Anywhere, Anytime: The Story of Liam Martin's 8-Figure Remote SaaS Journey
S1 E26 • Nov 30, 2023 • 34 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Liam Martin about his journey into remote work, the success of Time Doctor, and the narrative around "returning to work". They discuss the benefits, challenges, and financial implications of remote work, as well as brand advocacy and global team management. The conversation also touches on personal and corporate branding, and the current and future state of remote work in the US.
Breaking Through the Starving Artist Mentality with Bree Noble
S1 E25 • Nov 16, 2023 • 23 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Bree Noble about surviving as a freelance musician, the 'starving artist' mindset, and the necessity of business skills. Bree shares advice on diversifying income and using other skills to fuel a music career. They also discuss her podcast, 'Women of Substance', and the challenges musicians face when transitioning into independent artists.
The Godfather of Unreasonable Success: Marx Acosta-Rubio
S1 E24 • Nov 2, 2023 • 43 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Marx Acosta-Rubio about his entrepreneurial journey, marketing strategies, and overcoming personal and business failures. They delve into concepts of fluid and crystallized intelligence, the power of belief change, and the importance of doing what you love. The episode concludes with an introduction to the BBR Formula.
Tia Lumarque: The Real Struggles of Scaling a Company
S1 E23 • Oct 19, 2023 • 29 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Tia Lumarque about her venture, Order of the Bookish. They delve into its origin, unexpected success, and future plans. They discuss the impact of technology on publishing and reading habits, services for indie authors, and the challenges of getting books into libraries.
JR Spear: How Business Owners Can Survive an Ambush
S1 E22 • Oct 17, 2023 • 35 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with JR Spear about his transition from a military career to becoming a successful business coach. They discuss Spear's experiences in Iraq, how they influenced his business mindset, and his journey to starting a martial arts school. Spear also shares insights on sales and marketing training, and the significance of team-building and leadership.
CJ Stratte: How On the Move's Trucking Fleet Became the 4th Largest in America
S1 E21 • Oct 10, 2023 • 22 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with C J Stratte, from On the Move Trucking, about their branding strategies, organic marketing, and business model. They discuss the company's expansion into real estate, the impact of the pandemic on the self-storage industry, and their new software developments.
David Asarnow Has Big Deal Energy, How About YOU?!
S1 E20 • Oct 5, 2023 • 29 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with David Asarnow about the concept of 'big deal energy' in business. They discuss the importance of brand identity, knowing your audience, and maintaining company culture in remote work setups. They also delve into strategies for business growth, acquiring ideal clients in the digital era, and the role of podcasts in building an audience.
Mary Kathryn Johnson: What NOT to do to Create Your Next-Figure Brand Voice
S1 E19 • Oct 3, 2023 • 28 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun talks with Mary Katheryn Johnson about her personal journey in business, her transition to agency work, and how she navigated her business during the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the concept of next figure brand, the shift towards genuine video content, and how to infuse a founder's personality into marketing a SaaS product.
Optimizing and Humanizing Marketing Materials with George Huff and Opal
S1 E18 • Sep 28, 2023 • 25 minsThis episode features George Huff, founder of Oval, discussing his journey starting a software company, the importance of company culture, and the relationship between culture and brand. They delve into the non-linear path of company growth, strategies to overcome stagnation, and how to make marketing impactful for large organizations.
From YouTube Ads to Youth in Business, with Benjamin Jones
S1 E17 • Sep 26, 2023 • 23 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun speaks with Benjamin Jones, the mind behind Titan Marketer and his project, Youth And Business. They discuss teaching business skills to kids, personal branding, and strategies for scaling businesses. They also delve into the challenges of Facebook advertising and Jones' unique approach to achieving significant growth.
This Goes to 11: Sean Mullens is Causing a Pickle Riot!
S1 E16 • Sep 21, 2023 • 54 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Sean Mullens about his disruptive marketing approach and his new venture, Pickle Riot. They delve into the history of Pickleball, its post-pandemic appeal, and how it bridges age and cultural gaps. Sean shares about his career shift, the creation of Pickle Riot, and how AI impacts the creative industry. They discuss Pickle Riot's future goals, expansion, and marketing strategies.
Stephen Dobos: The Infinite Business of Continuous Improvement
S1 E15 • Sep 19, 2023 • 38 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Stephen Dobos about the Silva Method. They delve into brand impact, the role of intuition in business, and creating real value for people. They discuss the importance of both in-person and online events, word-of-mouth marketing, and brain balance for performance. Stephen also shares his plans for expanding the Silva Method in Canada and creating a personal development retreat.
Kute Blackson and The Magic of Surrender
S1 E14 • Sep 14, 2023 • 31 minsHersh Rephun delves into Kute Blackson's life journey, from his early years to establishing a TV show and discovering his purpose in India. The conversation uncovers Hersh's doubts about motivational speakers, Kute's appreciation for his journey, and the significance of branding, trust, and integrity in constructing his brand. Additionally, they discuss the strategic role books play in Kute's brand.
A Word with the Wizard: The Art of Being Steve D. Sims
S1 E13 • Sep 12, 2023 • 34 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Steve D. Sims about understanding client needs, the evolution of his brand, and the importance of authenticity in business. They also discuss transitioning from financial goals to personal ones, maintaining high standards, misconceptions about success, and effective time management.
Sales Maven Nikki Rausch on Selling Without the Sleaze
S1 E12 • Sep 7, 2023 • 25 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Nikki Rausch about her business journey, the growth of Sales Maven, and her unique sales philosophy. They discuss Nikki's Strive 5 list technique, the importance of rapport in sales, and how to increase the lifetime value of clients. They also delve into the challenges of digital age communication and the role of authenticity in personal branding. Lastly, Nikki shares her future goals, including building her group coaching program.
Larry Mercado_ A $100M Success Story Goes Back to School & Goes BOLD
S1 E11 • Sep 5, 2023 • 40 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with entrepreneur Larry Mercado. They discuss the rise of Mercom, its evolution, and Mercado's transition to the cannabis industry with Bold Biologics. They also touch on expansion strategies, the inception of global digital marketing company Napkin, and lessons learned from business failures.
Winning on Every Level with Carolyn Wilman
S1 E10 • Aug 29, 2023 • 47 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Carolyn Wilman, the Contest Queen. They delve into the inception of Contest Queen and Idea Majesty, Carolyn's work with Helene Hadsell, and her third business, Words for Winning. They discuss sweepstakes misconceptions and growth strategies for Contest Queen, examine the future of Words for Winning, and explore the role of motivational books in Carolyn's business ventures.
Ross Youngs Has the Molecular Cancer Moonshot. Now He Just Needs the Sound Bite.
S1 E9 • Aug 22, 2023 • 33 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Ross Youngs, BioSorsha's founder and CEO, about the challenge of communicating complex scientific concepts and branding. They discuss the role of AI chatbots, ARPA-H funding, and addressing urgent issues like climate change. Ross shares insights on capturing attention, dealing with external forces in science and Hollywood, and the importance of perseverance in business.
The Brand Voice of Reason & Safe Money: Kris Miller
S1 E8 • Aug 15, 2023 • 15 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Kris Miller, delving into her approach to wealth management and branding. They discuss the concept of "safe money", changes in the financial system, and the importance of financial education. Kris also shares her unique financial fitness strategy and offers listeners access to free strategy sessions.
From Broke & Stuck to 7 Figures+ with Chris Felton
S1 E7 • Aug 15, 2023 • 26 minsIn this episode, Hersh Rephun chats with Chris Felton about his journey, his book "Think and Grow You", and his vision of reaching 10 million people. They discuss commitment, overcoming fear, self-sabotage, brand voice, and the link between personal growth and helping others.