Best Thomas Helfrich Podcasts (2025)

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“You Can’t Lead Others Until You Lead Yourself”—Evan Mestman on Fueling Leadership Through Health 25:24

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Evan Mestman What if the very drive that made you successful is the same thing destroying your health? In this powerful episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with Evan Mestman, founder of ProAttitudes and a health transformation and leadership coach for high-performing executives. After 20 ye…

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“Retirement Is a Death Sentence”—Michael J. Frank on Staying Sharp, Giving Back, and Building Again 28:32

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“Every Day I Wondered, Am I Really Doing This?”—Erica Tuggle on Facing the Fear of Entrepreneurship 40:20

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“The Goal Isn’t One Franchise—It’s an Empire”—George Knauf on Multi-Generational Wealth Through Franchising 22:03

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with George Knauf What if your path to financial freedom and legacy isn’t in a corporate office—but in franchising? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with George Knauf, a franchise fanatic with over 30 years of experience helping people find their perfect business fit. George isn’t jus…

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“Freedom Isn’t 50/50—It’s What You Design It To Be”—Wilson Zehr on Balance, Entrepreneurship, and Reinventing Direct Mail 26:10

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Wilson Zehr What does real balance look like for an entrepreneur—and how do you design a business that supports it? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Wilson Zehr, professor, entrepreneur, and CEO of Zairmail, a company that has been reinventing direct mail for more than 20 years. …

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“I’m Unapologetically Multi-Passionate”—Anika Jackson on Owning Who You Are in Business 24:11

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Anika Jackson What happens when you realize you don’t fit into a box—and you’re not supposed to? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Anika Jackson, founder of Your Brand Amplified®, professor at USC Annenberg, single mom, podcaster, and executive director at the ICL Foundation. From…

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“It Took Cutting the 80% That Was Draining Me”—Masi Willis on Leadership, Transformation, and Thriving Cultures 25:47

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Masi Willis What happens when your career is non-linear, your calling won’t leave you alone, and the pandemic forces you to face the truth? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich talks with leadership coach and consultant Masi Willis, who walked away from a draining career to build a practice focused…

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“If It’s Killing You, Kill It First”—Moe Choice on Shedding Old Identities 26:30

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Moe Choice What does it take to completely reinvent yourself—and actually mean it? In this raw and unfiltered episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Moe Choice, a solopreneur and mentor who walked away from businesses, investors, and even his old identity to start over from scratch. From leavi…

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“Dream First, Then Execute”—Jason VanDevere on Choosing Purpose over the Family Business 30:54

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Jason VanDevere What happens when the family business is your “golden ticket”—but not your dream? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Jason VanDevere, entrepreneur, creator of the Goal Crazy planner, real estate investor, and author of Dream Driven. Jason shares how he walked away f…

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“Soft Skills Win Every Time”—How Laurie Jane Roth Helps Invisible Candidates Get Hired 22:14

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Laurie Jane Roth What happens when talented professionals keep getting passed over despite great résumés? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich talks with Laurie Jane Roth, founder of The Inside Game and a 25-year IT recruiting veteran. Laurie reveals the real reasons candidates fail interviews, why…

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“Start Where You Are”—Faris Alami on Resilience, Refuge, and Building Entrepreneurs 21:27

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Faris Alami What does it take to rebuild your life—then turn that grit into a mission that helps others do the same? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Faris Alami, founder of International Strategic Management (ISM), to unpack a journey that spans fleeing war, navigating years of …

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“Aim for premium.” — How Christian Ray Flores Builds Personal Brands That Win 30:58

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Christian Ray Flores What happens when you stop aiming for the crowded middle and build a brand that’s truly you? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich talks with Christian Ray Flores—entrepreneur, former international pop artist, and founder of Xponential Life—about cutting ties with safety, creati…

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“Just Get in the Water”—Brandy Lawson on Starting Before You’re Ready 25:34

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Brandy Lawson What happens when a thriving craft business gets stuck on outdated tools and habits? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich talks with Brandy Lawson, founder of FieryFX, about helping kitchen & bath designers modernize with AI, apps, and better systems—without the fluff. Brandy shares h…

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“Coaching Isn’t a Cost, It’s an Investment”—Why Kevin Weir Says Owners Get $4 for Every $1 28:02

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Kevin Weir What happens when fear of sales, fear of risk, and fear of decisions hold you back from your calling? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Kevin Weir, business coach with ActionCOACH Business Coaching, to talk about cutting ties with false security, overcoming fear, and le…

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“You Have to Reinvent Yourself or You Get Stuck”—Devon Gummersall on Taking Control of His Career 38:11

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Devon Gummersall What happens when early success makes you think the road will always be easy—until it isn’t? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Devon Gummersall, former teen star of My So-Called Life turned director and founder of Authentic Content Productions. Devon shares the hi…

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“Your Point of View Still Beats the Prompt”—Why Erich Archer Believes AI Expands Creativity 28:05

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Erich Archer What happens when a longtime TV producer discovers generative AI and feels the same spark he once had as a college soccer player? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich talks with Erich Archer, a Massachusetts-based television producer turned AI creator, about cutting ties with limi…

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“Eight is the Sweet Spot”—Why Brian Keltner & Francesca Kenney Elevate Entrepreneurs Together 25:15

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Brian Keltner & Francesca Kenney What happens when two co-founders build multiple ventures without ever meeting in person? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with Brian Keltner and Francesca Kenney, co-founders of ELEV8ORS, to talk about how they’re reinventing networking. From nea…

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“Don’t Die on the Sofa Scrolling”—Why Steven Puri Helps People Unlock Their Greatness 26:17

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Steven Puri What if the biggest tragedy in life isn’t failure, but never trying? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with Steven Puri, founder of The Sukha Company, to talk about cutting ties with safe paths, failed ventures, and the weight of other people’s opinions. From winning a…

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“The Bee Goes to the Flower—Not the Other Way Around”—Donna Chiacchia on Attracting Clients Instead of Chasing Them 22:56

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Donna Chiacchia What happens when you stop chasing clients and instead let them come to you? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with Donna Chiacchia, founder of 1 Advantage Consulting, to explore her journey from ballet to boardroom to entrepreneurship. Donna shares how discipline,…

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“I Crashed Three Brands in Three Years”—Pasha Knish on Learning the Hard Way 26:19

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Pasha Knish What does it take to walk away from a traditional path—college degree, steady career—and instead double down on entrepreneurship? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with Amazon seller and agency founder Pasha Knish to explore what it means to define success for yourself…

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“Break Every Problem Into Small Pieces”—Steve Chiama’s Engineering Secret for Business 36:19

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Send us a text What happens when years in corporate America teach you how to make money—for someone else’s business—but leave you wondering if you could do it for yourself? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with Steve Chiama, a business coach with ActionCOACH Western Fairfax, to talk about scaling companies, pricing cor…

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“Hermie the HR Crab Has Legs”—Why Rich Cruz is Blending Humor, Art, and Business 28:03

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Send us a text What happens when your creative passion won’t leave you alone, even as you juggle work, consulting, and family responsibilities? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich reconnects with Rich Cruz—organizational development consultant, podcaster, and cartoonist—who is turning his lifelong love of art into something bigger than …

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“What If You Fly?”—Why Danielle Turner Bet on Herself Through Side Hustles and Purpose 30:25

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Send us a text What happens when your side hustle becomes more than just a hobby? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Danielle Turner, a travel agent specializing in Disney experiences, fitness apparel founder, and full-time professional who’s proving that betting on yourself doesn’t require an MBA—it just requires passio…

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“Bad Things Are Going to Happen”—Mike Swenson on Why Every Business Needs Crisis Prep 34:16

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Mike Swenson What do you do when your lifelong dream career takes a sudden turn—and leads you somewhere better than you imagined? In this episode, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Mike Swenson, a retired PR executive, former journalist, and creator of the CrisisTrak system. Mike’s journey started with a childho…

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“Communication Is Confidence”—Iesha Westmoreland on the Real Competitive Edge 29:47

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Iesha Westmoreland What if the key to your business growth isn’t a new marketing tactic, but learning how to truly communicate? In this episode, Thomas Helfrich talks with Iesha Westmoreland, a conflict resolution and communication specialist who helps businesses bridge communication gaps between leaders, emp…

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“Life Happens For You, Not To You”—Rob Lee on Cutting Ties With Old Stories and Building a Business From Nothing 32:47

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Rob Lee What happens when you start a business with no corporate background, no MBA, and no plan—just the willingness to figure it out? In this grounded and inspiring episode, Thomas Helfrich talks with Rob Lee, CEO and co-founder of Swift Passport and Visa Services. Rob shares how he and his wife built a thr…

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“Go with the Decision That Makes You Most Uncomfortable”—Stefanee Clontz’s Growth Mindset 18:54

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Send us a text How do you know when it’s time to leave a “comfortable” role for something that will truly stretch you? In this engaging episode, Thomas Helfrich talks with Stefanee Clontz, Director of Operations at The Hydra+, a growing med spa brand in metro Atlanta. Stefanee shares how she cut the tie to a stagnant role, embraced a massive challe…

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“You Might as Well Build Where You Live”—Why Amanda Fischer Stopped Reaching Backwards 28:34

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Send us a text How do you grow a business when the “safe” path is making you feel stuck? In this candid and energizing episode, Thomas Helfrich welcomes back Amanda Fischer, a marketing strategist, agency founder, and stand-up comedian who’s spent 15 years helping companies focus less on fluff and more on revenue. Amanda shares how she cut the tie …

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“I Was Drinking a Lot—and Getting Nothing from It” — Ben Wolff on Cutting Ties with Coping and Going All In on Vision 33:55

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Ben Wolff What if the biggest tie holding you back isn’t your job, your routine, or your comfort zone—but a habit you thought was helping you cope? In this honest and energizing episode, Thomas Helfrich talks with Ben Wolff, a former McKinsey consultant who walked away from the predictable path to build one o…

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“Money Isn’t Real—Joy Is” — Why Karolyn Denson Landrieux Stopped Chasing the Dollar 21:03

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Karolyn Denson Landrieux What if success wasn’t measured by money, status, or stuff—but by peace, presence, and purpose? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with Karolyn Denson Landrieux, co-founder and CEO of Landrieux Wineries, to explore how she redefined success after moving to …

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“I Hit Six Figures—and It Didn’t Feel Like Winning”—Marc Perea’s Wake-Up Call 19:36

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Marc Perea What do you do when the six-figure salary, the house, and the retirement plan still leave you unfulfilled? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Marc Perea—CEO of Thaea and founder of the MikroTik management platform—to explore the journey from comfortably miserable to purp…

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“Marketing Isn’t Optional—It’s the Second Half of the Job” — Don Manigly Gets Real About Growth 20:52

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Don Manigly What happens when you hit the ceiling with your current approach and need to think bigger? In this dynamic episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich welcomes Don Manigly, VP and Director of Creative Development at Boathouse Pictures, an independent motion picture studio that specializes in both prod…

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“I Wasn’t Born Into It—So I Built It Myself” — How Alice Ksendzova Created Her Own Entrepreneurial Path 24:33

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Alice Ksendzova What does it look like when you start chasing success before you're old enough to drive? In this inspiring episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Alice Ksendzova, a 15-year-old entrepreneur already working across multiple startups—from Amazon tools to YC-backed AI companies. Wi…

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“Let the Knot Loosen”—Corrine Ishio’s Take on Cutting Ties Without Cutting People Off 19:50

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Corrine Ishio What happens when being a top performer becomes a trap? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Corrine Ishio, founder of My Working Soul, a company built on the radical idea that “talent is built, not found.” After a high-achieving career in corporate HR, Corrine made the…

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“Most Companies Are Flying Blind” —Scott Morris on the Real Cost of Missing Clarity 36:13

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Scott Morris What happens when your people don’t know what success looks like—or why their work matters? In this powerful episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Scott Morris, founder and CEO of PropulsionAI. After 25 years in the aerospace industry, including 20 in C-level roles, Scott saw fir…

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“The Hustle Is Not a Badge of Honor” —Rai Cornell on Unlearning Toxic Ambition 22:46

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Rai Cornell In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Rai Cornell, founder of Cornell Content Marketing, to unpack what it really takes to build a business that reflects who you are—and supports the life you actually want. From freelancing burnout to scaling an agency, Rai shares hard-won…

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“My Dreams Got Louder Than My Doubts” — Ric Mystro Holcomb on Trusting His Voice 31:54

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Ric “Mystro” Holcomb What do you do when the image you've crafted no longer fits the person you're becoming? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich talks with Ric “Mystro” Holcomb—a creative voice, coach, and guide for people ready to tell the truth about who they really are. From hiding behind …

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“You Can’t Lead with a Title—You Lead by Serving” —Scott Packard on Real Leadership 29:50

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Scott Packard What happens when your job title, rank, or uniform becomes your whole identity? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Scott Packard—a Marine Corps veteran turned startup executive—who shares his journey of shedding institutional expectations to build a second life in inn…

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“I Wanted More Than Just Paying the Bills” —Frances Schagen on Choosing Freedom 26:57

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Frances Schagen What happens when your business starts running you instead of the other way around? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Frances Schagen—a digital nomad, serial entrepreneur, and systems strategist—who traded a two-bedroom condo in downtown Toronto for a suitcase and …

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“Brutal Discipline Is the Goal”—Why Antwon Davis Cut Ties With Comfort to Reclaim His Edge 24:18

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Antwon Davis What happens when success makes you soft? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Antwon Davis, founder of 4THPARK and Enclave Co-Living, to talk about the uncomfortable, necessary act of redefining manhood, discipline, and purpose. From building two successful businesses t…

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“The Hardest Part Was Letting Go of the Paycheck”—John Evans on Making the Leap 33:33

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with John Evans What if success wasn’t about working more—but about designing smarter systems? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with John Evans, founder and CEO of EverLine Coatings and Services, to explore how building a simple, scalable model from day one set the stage for explosive fran…

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“The IRS Doesn’t Want You to Know This”—Adam Bergman on Smart Retirement Plays 28:24

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Adam Bergman What if everything you’ve been told about retirement and investing is outdated—or worse, rigged against you? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Adam Bergman, founder of IRA Financial, to talk about the myth of financial freedom through Wall Street and how entrepreneurs…

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“Corporate Told Me to Shrink—Entrepreneurship Let Me Expand”—Candyce Edelen on Finding Her Voice 38:26

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Candyce Edelen What happens when a driven founder realizes the hustle is costing more than it's giving back? In this candid episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Candyce Edelen, founder of PropelGrowth, to unpack her journey from relentless workaholism to a life of intention, delegation, and …

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“Grind It Out”—Jason Greer’s No-BS Advice for Entrepreneurs 22:18

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Jason Greer What happens when you wake up and realize you’ve been living someone else’s definition of success? In this revealing episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich talks with Jason Greer, co-owner of Peel Business Design, about the moment he realized he was living under fear, guilt, and shame—and how he …

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“Success Isn’t Promotion”—What the Air Force Taught John Teichert About True Leadership 24:54

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with John Teichert What happens when your boss tells you—11 days into a major leadership role—that you’re the wrong guy for the job? In this commanding episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Brigadier General (Ret.) John “Dragon” Teichert to talk about what true leadership looks like when your care…

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“What If You Took the Leap Now?”—Jim Wylie Asks the Question That Changed His Life 30:29

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Jim Wylie What if everything you believed about the freedom of entrepreneurship was wrong? In this reflective and powerful episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with Jim Wylie, co-owner of experiential marketing agency Envy Create, to unpack the difference between chasing freedom and choosing…

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[Atlanta Entrepreneur] “I Season Like Your Grandma Did”—Why Nick Kemp Went All-In on Soul Food and Self-Belief 25:14

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Nick Kemp What happens when the dream you buried in college won’t stay buried? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Nick Kemp, a former educator who walked away from a 20-year career to go full-time with Grillgasms BBQ—a soul food, smoke-driven brand based in Atlanta. From smoked bri…

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“I Stepped Into the UFC Cage, Then Built a Business That Could Punch Back”—Clifford Starks on Turning Discipline into Entrepreneurship 24:58

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Clifford Starks What if the only thing holding you back was the belief that you’re not enough? In this empowering episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Clifford Starks, former UFC fighter turned peak performance coach, to explore what it really means to lead from within. Clifford shares how h…

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“I Got Tired of the Sales Rollercoaster”—Chaz Horn on Building Predictable Revenue 34:20

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Chaz Horn What if the real reason your business isn’t growing… is you? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Chaz Horn, a sales leadership coach and founder of Mastery of B2B Sales, to unpack how ego, fear, and lack of clarity can quietly stall your business—even when you’re doing eve…

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“Your 9 to 5 Will Never Make You Wealthy”—Sherman Merricks on Building Real Freedom 28:50

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Send us a text Cut The Tie Podcast with Sherman Merricks How do you go from college dropout to multiple seven-figure businesses—with no roadmap and no excuses? In this episode of Cut The Tie, Thomas Helfrich sits down with Sherman Merricks, founder of Dynasty CrossFit and co-owner of the LASSO Framework, to talk about ownership—of your time, your c…