PODCAST · business
Ask Brien Show
by Peter Bronstein and Traci DeForge
Why, you ask, in the world would you spell Brien B- R- I- E- N? Well, I'll tell you why- because the E stands for a lot of different things that happen to represent the Ask Brien Podcast. The E stands for EMPATHY, putting yourself in other people's shoes. EXCELLENCE, because this show exudes excellence. Another E, is the ENGINEER, because you can't run this show without the engineer. And last but not least, EXPERTS, because you need to be an expert to be on the Ask Brien show. Every business owner has questions for which they seek answers. And week after week, hosts Peter and Traci answer YOUR burning questions by bringing you tips, strategies, and business hacks that will help you reach your business goals and overcome your obstacles that you face as a business owner. Along with sharing their best kept secrets, AskBrien interviews the best in the industry who will share their knowledge and experience. And if you've learned something, Ask Brien has done it’s job. As part of the AskBrie
Episodes
-
From Chemist to Acclaimed Author: Chris Skates' Publishing Success
Welcome to the Ask Brien Radio Show with hosts Peter Bronstein and Traci DeForge. This engaging episode delves into Chris Skates' multifaceted career, exploring his evolution from a chemist to a successful writer and political advisor. Chris recounts his experiences writing for the Governor of...
-
Skilled Trades Revolution: Insights from Andrew Brown, CEO of Tool Fetch
This week on the Ask Brien radio show, we're thrilled to welcome Andrew Brown, CEO and co-founder of Tool Fetch, a one-stop shop for tradespeople's equipment needs. Andrew shares his inspiring journey from a tech professional to a leading advocate for the skilled trades industry. Discover how the...
-
EP 178 - The Challenges of Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership with Peter Bronstein and Alex Grossman
The Ask Brien podcast dives into entrepreneurship and business success with host Peter Bronstein and co-host Alex Grossman. Alex shares his wealth of knowledge gained from various business ventures. The discussion covers key challenges faced by entrepreneurs, essential steps for business success,...
-
Office Health Essentials with Dr. Gina Williams, CEO of Mobility Health Physical Therapy
The Ask Brien podcast welcomes Dr. Gina Williams, CEO of Mobility Health Physical Therapy, to discuss the importance of work-life balance and physical well-being for entrepreneurs. Hosts Peter Bronstein and Traci DeForge delve into Dr. Williams' transition from working in a "physical therapy...
-
Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act: Insights from Peter Bronstein
In this episode of the Ask Brien podcast, host Peter Bronstein and guest-host Alex Grossman dive into the crucial topic of corporate compliance for small businesses. They’ll explore the intricacies of the Corporate Transparency Act, which requires businesses to file a Beneficial Ownership...
-
Business Mastery with Corey Anker, Executive Coach and Founder of Ankerline Coaching and Consulting
In this episode of the Ask Brien podcast, hosts Peter Bronstein and Traci DeForge welcome executive leadership coach Corey Anker. Corey shares insights from his 15 years of experience coaching high-performing leaders across various industries. The conversation covers a wide range of business...
-
Human-Centered Marketing: Insights from Patricia Pinckney, Founder of Rima Strategy
In this episode of the Ask Brien podcast, hosts Peter Bronstein and Traci DeForge welcome Patricia Pinckney, founder of Rima Strategy. Patricia Pinckney shares her journey from working with marketing powerhouses like Procter & Gamble and Coca-Cola to founding her own strategy firm. The discussion...
-
Ep. 173 - The Charitable LLC Tax Exemption Strategy: Kevin Waldher of Wealth Retention Strategies
In this episode, hosts Peter and Traci chat with Kevin Waldher, CEO of Wealth Retention Strategies, to explore how his firm helps clients minimize tax exposure, maximize charitable giving, and build customized financial plans. Learn how to assess your current financial position, identify…
more -
How to Drive Business Growth Through Podcasting with Traci DeForge of Produce Your Podcast
In this episode of the Ask Brien radio show, hosts Peter Bronstein and Traci DeForge dive into the world of podcasting. Traci is a podcasting expert, sharing insights from her experience as the Founder and CEO of Produce Your Podcast, a full service podcast production agency. This episode…
more -
The Future of Small Business Marketing: Geofencing with Calleri and Wardell
In this episode of the Ask Brien podcast, hosts Peter and Traci welcome Ernesto Calleri and Barbara Wardell, co-founder of Calleri and Wardell, a geofencing advertising agency. The guests share their journey from diverse backgrounds into the world of location-based digital marketing. This...
-
From Burnout to Balance: Reclaiming Your Entrepreneurial Spirit with Maegan Megginson
In this episode of the Ask Brien podcast, co-hosts Peter and Traci dive into the topic of entrepreneurial burnout. Guest Maegan Megginson, a former psychotherapist turned business coach, shares her expertise on recognizing and addressing burnout. She highlights the importance of self-awareness…
more -
Jose Berlanga, CEO of Houstonian Capital and Onyx Land Partners
On today’s episode of Ask Brien, Traci DeForge sits down with Jose Berlanga, CEO of Houstonian Capital and Onyx Land Partners. With 35 years of entrepreneurial experience, Jose helps business owners tackle critical questions like breaking even, valuing their time, and managing budgets. As a real...
-
Lessons from the Trenches: A Journey from the Construction Site to Consulting Excellence
In this episode of the Ask Brien podcast, hosts Peter and Traci welcome guest Jesse Hernandez Jr. of DepthBuilder.com. Jesse discusses his transition into consulting, focusing on improving communication and productivity in organizations. He opens up about his initial struggles with pricing his...
-
The Profit Playbook: Strategies for Entrepreneurs to Enhance Financial Literacy
In this episode of the Ask Brien Podcast, hosts Peter and Traci delve into the essentials of business success, focusing on financial management and strategic planning with Michele Williams the Founder and CEO of Scarlet Thread Consulting. Michele shares her journey from financial software...
-
Changing the Way the World Innovates: Tony Ulwick of Strategyn
This week we were joined by Tony Ulwick, CEO of Strategyn. Tony shares the importance of doing research to understand what potential customers are really looking for and what their current unmet needs are. Instead of spending time testing out several different solutions or products, go directly…
more -
The Customer Experience Blueprint: How Customer Insight Drives Innovation with Aransas Savas and Dave Norton of Stone Mantel
Customer experience can make a huge difference in the success of a company, but it often gets overlooked. This week, we are joined by Aransas Savas and Dave Norton of Stone Mantel, a business that helps create better experiences for customers and helps clients create more value. Our guests…
more -
Marketing 101 with Cyndee Harrison of Synaptic Approach
This week we are joined by marketing expert, Cyndee Harrison. Cyndee has worked with many entrepreneurs and businesses on sharing their stories and creating success in the marketing world. She explains why internal and external messaging is critical, and why your team needs to all be on board…
more -
Start Smart: Legal Must-Knows for New Business Owners with Peter Bronstein
Should you form a corporation or LLC immediately when starting a business? This week, our very own Peter Bronstein is discussing how to set up a business correctly, and the impacts that could happen if you don’t. He describes what companies need to know when it comes to written and verbal...
-
Mastering the Art of Branding with Personal Brand and PR Advisor, Michelle Griffin
Does it feel like you're spinning your wheels to get your business noticed? This week, we have Michelle Griffin on the show who is an expert on branding. As a Personal Brand and PR Advisor, Michelle discusses how to get your name out into the world as a small business and the best way to create a...
-
Business Financing Made Simple: Expert Tips from Glenn Russo of Avatar Financial Consultants
There are so many financing options available, sometimes it can feel confusing to know which option would be best for your business. This week, we have Glenn Russo from Avatar Financial Consultants on the show to discuss the various funding options, as well as what to watch out for. He goes in...
-
Perfect your Marketing Game with John Davenport of Salt Mine Development
Are you a new business owner or entrepreneur who is looking for the best tips to get your business started right? This week, John Davenport joins the Ask Brien Show to talk about business development, marketing, and social media strategies. He shares some incredible tips on the best ways to…
more -
Workplace Diversity Redefined with Judith Weigle
Diversity is so much more than just gender or race, according to Judith Weigle. Today, we have workshop leader and diversity expert Judith Weigle on the show to discuss how she has redefined diversity and why human connection is crucial to employee retention and a successful business. Judith...
-
Understanding Inventory and Brick and Mortar Stores with Alex Grossman
As a serial entrepreneur, it seems that Alex has done it all. His latest venture into the retail space has proven to be more challenging, but he’s learned a lot. In this episode, Alex shares more about his specialized venture into the motorsports industry and his advice on running a brick and...
-
From Hollywood to Marketing: Jenna Capozzi's Journey to Empower Women Over 40
Empowering women over 40 is Jenna Capozzi’s speciality, especially when it comes to helping them market their businesses! This week, Jenna joins the show to talk about how she transitioned away from Hollywood into marketing and mentorship. She shares the best ways to cold call businesses in order...
-
Search Engine Optimization with David Lowbridge, Owner of Two Feet Marketing
Have you been trying to get your website to rank on Google, but you can’t get it past the second or third page? This week, we are joined by David Lowbridge of Two Feet Marketing to discuss SEO (Search Engine Optimization). David shares best practices to get your website seen, including…
more -
Why Storytelling is Essential to Your Business with Park Howell, Founder of The Business of Storytelling
Storytelling is one of the most important aspects of your business, because it allows your customers to know what to expect when they choose to work with you. This week we are joined by the Founder of The Business of Storytelling, Park Howell. Park shares why storytelling is so critical to your...
-
Understanding Values, Niching Down, and Business Growth with Ben Utley from Physician Family Financial Advisors
Unlock the secrets to business growth by understanding your ideal customer. This week, we are joined by Ben Utley , a seasoned Certified Financial Planner™ professional from Physician Family Financial Advisors. Ben shares his journey into financial planning and the advantages of niching down his...
-
Utilizing Economic Development Programs to Expand Your Business: Drew Mercy from AV EDGE
Antelope Valley is growing at a rapid pace, and AV EDGE is ready to help businesses get started with expansion into the area. This week, we have Drew Mercy from Antelope Valley Economic Development and Growth Enterprise on the show to discuss how they can help all sizes of businesses take…
more -
Creating Your Leadership Philosophy with Audrey Kwan
After her mother unexpectedly passed away, Audrey knew she needed to take her business into her own hands so that she could enjoy her life to the fullest. This week on the podcast, Audrey Kwan, founder of AJK Consulting, joins us to talk about how she started her own agency, with the mission to...
-
How NFIB Supports Small Businesses with John Kabateck
NFIB is a wonderful home for small businesses. This week, John Kabateck is joining the show to talk about NFIB and all the work they are doing to keep small businesses safe and get their voices heard. John talks about the amazing benefits that members of NFIB receive as well as the top three…
more -
Hedge Funds to Health Coach: Jenn Trepeck from Salad With a Side of Fries
Building a side hustle while working a full time job can be difficult, but this week's guest was able to turn that side hustle into her now full time job after years of work. Jenn Trepeck joins us this week to talk about her transition from working in hedge funds into creating her business…
more -
Pros and Cons of Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing with Chuck Schwerin
Inspired by his three years teaching at a junior boarding school in the Adirondacks, Chuck Schwerin wrote a fiction book about a 15 year old ninth grader and a 63 year old headmaster who are haunted by events that they’ve caused and for which they struggle to address. Chuck joins Peter and Traci…
more -
Planning your Retirement Strategy with Courtenay Shipley from Retirement Planology
Are you looking into retirement plans for your employees and are not sure where to start? There are many different types of retirement plans available, so we brought on Courtenay Shipley from Retirement Planology to help understand the different types of plans and when businesses should start...
-
Utilizing Lead Magnets and Funnels with Jason Kramer, Founder of Cultivize.
How do you get potential new customers to inquire about your business? Jason Kramer, the Founder of Cultivize joins the show to discuss several tactics that can be used to drive potential customers to inquire about your products or services. He breaks down what funnels and lead magnets are and…
more -
Innovating the Small Business Digital Landscape with Jen McFarland, CEO of Marit Digital
Today on the Ask Brien Podcast, our resident experts Peter and Traci interview Jen McFarland, founder of Merit Digital, a digital operations agency. They discuss various topics related to small businesses like digital support, business skills, technology, and artificial intelligence. Jen shares…
more -
Making A Million Dreams Come True with Charlie Rocket of Dream Machine Foundation
Charlie Rocket realized the need to chase his dreams after being diagnosed with a brain tumor. So, after making some big life changes, Charlie started the Dream Machine Foundation. During this episode, Charlie shares more about his journey and how he is using his foundation to change the lives of...
-
Finding Confidence in Your Entrepreneur Journey with Confidence Coach Regina Bonds
“Reach for the moon, because even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.” This week on the Ask Brien Radio Show Podcast, Confidence Coach Regina Bonds joins Peter to discuss her coaching business. She explains how she went from working as a banker to thriving as a confidence coach. In the...
-
Succeeding Off the Ice: Neil Smith goes from Winning in the NHL to Building a Successful Podcast
After building a successful career in the NHL, Neil Smith decided to make a shift into a new career. In doing so, he found a way to utilize his experience and passion for the NHL in a new way. On this episode, sports manager turned senior wealth strategist, Neil Smith joins us to talk about his...
-
Tangible Tips to Create a Successful Business with Ben Bucher from Bucher Family Allstate Insurance
Ben Bucher decided to take a chance on himself when he transitioned from being a manager at McDonald’s to opening his own Allstate Insurance business. Ben joins us on this episode to talk about how he decided to open his own business and the challenges that came along with being a new…
more -
Introducing a New Product in a Saturated Market with Marcin Malyszko of Mission Craft Cocktails
Creating a brand new product in the beverage industry has its challenges, but this week's guest, Marcin Malyszko of Mission Craft Cocktails explains how they’ve been able to promote their business. Marcin talks about how they differentiate their product from other top name beverages out there,...
-
Creating a Better For You, Better For The World Product with Kevin Hartley of Cambio Roasters
Using his knowledge of the beverage industry, Kevin Hartley created a product that not only is better for the environment, but it also tastes great, and gives money back to coffee farming families. Today, we are joined by Kevin from Cambio Roasters to learn all about his product and how to enter...
-
An Entrepreneur's Dream with Barry Meisel, President and CEO of MeiGray Group
Finding an authentic Super Bowl 3 jersey, working with an incredible business partner, and turning a hobby into a thriving business can truly be classified as entrepreneur Barry Meisel's dream. This week, Barry Meisel joins the show to talk about his business MeiGray Group, which sells authentic...
-
Marketing to Your Ideal Client with Wayne Lutomski of Hydro Shot Energy Drink
Do you have a business idea, but don’t know how to get it on the market, where to share the product, or how to identify your target consumers? This week, Wayne Lutomski of Hydro Shot Energy Drink joined the show to talk about his incredible success in the food and beverage industry space, and…
more -
Turning an E Commerce Business into a Seven Figure Business with CEO of NATPAT, Michael Jankie
Do you have a bunch of ideas in your mind that might make a great product to sell, but you aren’t sure how to get started? This week, we have CEO of NATPAT Michael Jankie on the show to talk about how he and three partners started their e Commerce business. Michael talks to us about how they...
-
Take Your Business to the Next Level with Founder and CEO of Masterful Coaching, Robert Hargrove
Are you ready to take your business to the next level, but you are feeling stuck? This week, we have Founder and CEO of Masterful Coaching, Robert Hargrove, on the show. Robert’s company helps CEOs and Founders take their businesses to the next level by helping them find their originality, grow...
-
Optimizing Your Business Using Leedly, with CEO Clayton Turner
Do you find your small business missing out on customer opportunities because you don’t have the bandwidth to get back to everyone? This week, on the Ask Brien Podcast, Clayton Turner from Leedly joined us to talk about his lead generation tool and how it can impact all businesses. Clayton...
-
Successfully Utilize Facebook Ad Campaigns to Launch Your Business Forward with Jodi Sodini
Have you been thinking about using Facebook Ads to launch your business forward but you aren’t sure where to start? This week we have digital marketing expert Jodi Sodini on to talk about Facebook advertising and marketing. Jodi discusses how to start campaigns and make them successful, the...
-
Funding Your Small Business with Matt Olsen, Vice President of Nano Banc
Are you looking to start a small business, but you don’t have the funding readily available in your bank? If so, you don’t want to miss this episode where we spoke with Matt Olsen, the Vice President of Nano Banc. Matt provides so many valuable resources regarding the various types of funding...
-
Peter Bronstein on New Laws For 2024 Business Owners Should Know
Do you keep track of the new laws passed each year? There are some critical laws that are being passed that every business owner needs to know about. During this episode, Peter and Traci discuss new laws, specific to California, for 2024 that are passing that are crucial to business owners. Then...
-
Striving for Excellence with Entrepreneur, Catalina Gaete-Bentz, CEO of Catan Pisco
Today, Catalina Gaete-Bentz, CEO of Catan Pisco, a spirit distilled 100% from grapes, shares the challenges she faced as a female entrepreneur. Catalina was told that she could not attend business school, but did not let that stop her from pursuing her dream. She utilized her resources to start…
more
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Why, you ask, in the world would you spell Brien B- R- I- E- N? Well, I'll tell you why- because the E stands for a lot of different things that happen to represent the Ask Brien Podcast. The E stands for EMPATHY, putting yourself in other people's shoes. EXCELLENCE, because this show exudes excellence. Another E, is the ENGINEER, because you can't run this show without the engineer. And last but not least, EXPERTS, because you need to be an expert to be on the Ask Brien show. Every business owner has questions for which they seek answers. And week after week, hosts Peter and Traci answer YOUR burning questions by bringing you tips, strategies, and business hacks that will help you reach your business goals and overcome your obstacles that you face as a business owner. Along with sharing their best kept secrets, AskBrien interviews the best in the industry who will share their knowledge and experience. And if you've learned something, Ask Brien has done it’s job. As part of the AskBrie
HOSTED BY
Peter Bronstein and Traci DeForge
CATEGORIES
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Ask Brien Show have?
Ask Brien Show currently has 177 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Ask Brien Show about?
Why, you ask, in the world would you spell Brien B- R- I- E- N? Well, I'll tell you why- because the E stands for a lot of different things that happen to represent the Ask Brien Podcast. The E stands for EMPATHY, putting yourself in other people's shoes. EXCELLENCE, because this show exudes...
How often does Ask Brien Show release new episodes?
Ask Brien Show publishes regularly with 177 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to Ask Brien Show?
You can listen to Ask Brien Show on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Ask Brien Show?
Ask Brien Show is created and hosted by Peter Bronstein and Traci DeForge.
URL copied to clipboard!