Will AI Powered Systems be the KEY to Your Business Success?

Growing a small business can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode of Knack 4 Business, hosts Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt explore how the Canada Growth Network helps entrepreneurs scale smarter with AI-powered tools, CRM systems, and referral marketing. Guests Percy Barr and Chris Sturges share real-world strategies for building community, mastering the perfect pitch, and creating consistent revenue without burnout. Learn why collaboration, education, and smart automation are the future of small business growth. Perfect for founders, coaches, and service-based professionals ready to grow with support. What if the key to business growth wasn’t just technology—but the people around you? In this episode of Knack 4 Business, hosts Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt talk with Percy Barr and Chris Sturges about the Canada Growth Network—a business growth community designed to help entrepreneurs scale efficiently without the overwhelm. In This Episode, You’ll Discover:How CGN uses AI-powered CRM systems to save time and increase revenueThe referral marketing model that turns conversations into clientsWhy weekly learning-focused events are more valuable than traditional networkingHow to practice your pitch in a safe, supportive environmentReal stories from entrepreneurs who have pivoted successfully with community backing Perfect for: Startup founders, solopreneurs, service-based businesses, and growth-focused professionals looking for business coaching, networking opportunities, and referral partnerships that work.Guests share insights on:Leveraging automation and AI tools for better client managementUsing CRM systems to stay connected with past and future clientsWhy collaboration beats competition in long-term growth 🎧 Listen & Watch:Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/bdctyfnjYouTube: https://youtu.be/WWrY8i_CgMY🌐 Explore More:Canada Growth Network: https://canadagrowthnetwork.comKnack 4 Business Podcast: https://knack4business.com📩 Contact the Hosts:Bernie Franzgrote: [email protected] | KreativInsight.comWayne Pratt: [email protected] | Motive8U.ca Disclaimer: Everything you heard today is for educational purposes only. It's not professional advice. Before you act on anything — talk to a certified expert in your area. Your accountant. Your lawyer. Someone who knows your situation.We share perspectives. You make the decisions.Want more? Head over to blog.knack4business.com — packed with practical episodes on AI, marketing, leadership, and growth. No fluff. Just the good stuff. Subscribe while you're there.Until next time; keep building. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.