You do not want to miss this combo! James O'Brien is a singer and aspiring piano player, James moved to Nashville over a decade ago to pursue music and still enjoys cooking, reading fantasy novels, and spending time with friends and family. James is the co-founder and COO of Ducky, a customer support AI designed to collaborate with humans and help them perform at their best.

Before Ducky, he was the COO of Valkyrie Investments, helping launch the U.S.’s second bitcoin futures ETF and growing assets to over $1 billion. As the first hire at AltoIRA, a fintech specializing in self-directed IRAs, he helped scale the company from pre-seed to Series A, expanding the team from 2 to over 100 employees.

Alyssa Young is the visionary behind The Unlimited Refills Blog and founder of Katurah Inc. A #1 best-selling author, Alyssa empowers individuals to prioritize self-care with the same dedication they give to their morning coffee. Through her blog, she inspires readers to nurture their emotional and mental well-being, drawing parallels between refilling a coffee cup and replenishing personal reserves.

As the leader of Katurah Inc., Alyssa champions "An Executive Supporting Executives," blending professional development with personal growth. Her holistic approach emphasizes resilience, empowerment, and the interconnectedness of well-being and success. Alyssa's mission is a steadfast reminder to prioritize self-care in a fast-paced world.

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A preview of this week's show:

• Discovery day for people to work for a day if they like it, then a two-week trial period, before hiring - Turnover has to do with culture
• Franchising help
  Focusing on processes and the power of linear workflows
  Death to micromanaging
• "You can't make a zebra a racehorse"

Ryan Wimpey is the founder of Tip Top K9 Dog Training. Over the last 18 years, Ryan has personally trained over 5,000 dogs and has a passion for both training dogs and teaching others how to train.

Despite being obsessed with dogs and wanting to spend all day training them, he currently manages three businesses: Tip Top K9 Franchising, which boasts 20 locations across the United States; Tip Top K9 Tulsa, an Oklahoma-based dog training facility with a staff of 32 people; and Tip Top International, a wholesaler of pet products.

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A preview of this week's show:

-How to reach the top of your field
-Lessons CrossFit provides in entrepreneurship
-Making his client's sessions “the best hour of their day”
-The power of word of mouth
-Why building a meaningful community means fewer locations

Dan is the Founder of King William District CrossFit, a Texas-based gym he built from the ground up, where the values of fitness and community come together to inspire healthier, happier living.

For 11 years, Dan’s gym has actively spearheaded San Antonio’s fitness scene. He has established it as a “collective republic” where people across fitness levels and age groups uplift each other to achieve their athletic goals and feel a sense of community. It has been featured on local news outlets KENS 5 and the San Antonio Report.

Dan’s coaching approach involves personalized training based on age, ability, and activity levels for optimal strength-building. He guides people who don’t want to take it easy as they get older and are pursuing new fitness goals intensely.

Dan earned his CrossFit certification in 2008 and has participated in the CrossFit Open for 13 years in a row.

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Happy listening, and Happy Sunday!

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Nick is the Founder and CEO of Renaissance Periodization, a multi-million dollar company that helps people achieve their health and fitness goals through evidence-based methods.

Renaissance Periodization runs the widely popular RP Diet Coach App and RP Hypertrophy App, which offer personalized diet and training algorithms created by sports scientists, dietitians, and coaches. The apps have thousands of 5-star reviews on Google Play and App Store, and have been featured on CNN, Fox News, and NPR.

An IFBB pro bodybuilder, Nick bootstrapped Renaissance Periodization from the ground up, rapidly turning it into a health tech brand with a lifetime revenue of over $100M. He has coached Olympians, Navy SEALs, UFC and CrossFit champions, and world record holders.

In 2020, Forbes did a feature story on Nick and his one-man business. He has also authored multiple fitness books, including the well-known “Fit For Success: Lessons On Achievement And Leading Your Best Life.”

Nick also discusses:

• The insights and setbacks he encountered while growing his business from scratch to generating over $100M in revenue
• The 7 Success Habits detailed in his book, Fit For Success
• How he evolved from a solo entrepreneur to the CEO of a team of more than 50 members.

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Madeleine Lambert stops by to discuss:

• Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Success Stories of Female Marketers
• Leadership Styles: How Women Lead Differently and Effectively
• Work-Life Balance for Female Leaders with Young Families
• Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Leadership Roles
• Content Marketing and Generative AI
• The Impact of Women in Tech: Innovators and Trailblazers

Madeleine has an impressive career trajectory, having co-founded Content Refined, a successful marketing company, alongside Jon Gillham, CEO of Originality.AI. Content Refined was sold for millions in 2022.

Madeleine can share valuable insights drawing from her entrepreneurial journey, including the successes and setbacks she faced while co-founding and growing Content Refined, which can inspire and motivate listeners to pursue their own business ventures.

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That Entrepreneur Show is Back with an Inspiring Guest: Matt Boden

In this episode of That Entrepreneur Show, we’re excited to introduce Matt Boden, the proud owner of Fresh Coat Painters of Tampa, known for providing professional painting services with a white glove approach. Matt brings over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having been a successful restaurant owner and operator before turning his passion for painting into a thriving business after surviving cancer.

Matt’s story is one of resilience and purpose. As part of the Fresh Coat Cares program, he donates a home paint makeover each year to a local family facing cancer and medical bills. Now, he’s on a mission to empower others by sharing his entrepreneurial journey and encouraging people to stay engaged with their own health.

In this episode, Matt offers invaluable advice for entrepreneurs shifting industries, challenges stereotypes about painters, and emphasizes the importance of treating people right in business and in life. His passion for helping others and his commitment to giving back make this episode truly inspiring.

Tune in to hear Matt's story of transformation and get actionable tips for navigating entrepreneurship and leading with empathy.

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Welcome to Another Exciting Episode of That Entrepreneur Show with Garrett Delph

In this episode, we’re thrilled to be joined by Garrett Delph, the Founder and Chief Clarity Officer of Clarity Ops, LLC. Garrett stands at the forefront of transformational business solutions, helping the new generation of leaders find faster, easier, and more profitable ways to scale their businesses. As a serial entrepreneur, he has built three successful international companies that have collectively generated over $50 million in revenue.

During this conversation, Garrett will share his journey into entrepreneurship—one that started by accident—and offer invaluable tips for anyone looking to start or grow a business. He’ll also dive into the QuadCore Management System, a powerful tool designed to help businesses thrive. Additionally, Garrett will explore the common reasons why employees leave their jobs and much more.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or an established business owner looking for fresh insights, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and real-world experiences that you won’t want to miss!

Tune in to hear Garrett Delph’s entrepreneurial wisdom and catch new episodes every week—available on all major podcast platforms.

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