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Exploring Growth
by Lee Murray
Business Growth Advisor and Content Marketing Agency CEO, Lee Murray, interviews experts on growth from all types of backgrounds. Lee’s goal is to provide Founder/CEOs and Sales & Marketing Leaders with practical wisdom they can take back and deploy in their companies and with their teams. This podcast serves as a resource to second stage growth companies, to help them unlock next level growth.Each week Lee gives his thoughts and interviews experts around mindset, marketing & sales strategy, building systems and forming teams.
Episodes
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Brand Awareness Means Nothing Without Trust
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Warren Kornblum to explore the concept of “Share of Heart” and why lasting brand loyalty goes far beyond great marketing. Warren shares lessons from his time as CMO of Toys “R” Us and explains how trust, consistency, and customer...
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How to Build an Infrastructure for Generating Higher Quality Leads with Maeve Ferguson, CEO at Maeve Ferguson Consulting
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Maeve Ferguson, CEO of Maeve Ferguson Consulting, to explore how B2B companies can generate and qualify better leads. Maeve shares how diagnostic assessments, personalization, automation, and AI can help businesses identify...
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Adopting a Military Mindset as a Civilian Business Leader with Chris Hallberg, Founder & President at GoExpand
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Chris Hallberg to discuss why strong businesses are built on clear standards, accountability, and disciplined leadership, not constant firefighting. Chris shares how EOS, better management systems, and AI can help leaders build...
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How Most Businesses Waste Their Best Network with Nathan Klug
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Nathan Klug, Founder of LIFT Growth System, to challenge one of the biggest assumptions in modern marketing: the constant obsession with finding new leads. Nathan shares why businesses often overlook the value already sitting...
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Leveraging PR for Greater AI Search Visibility with Jackson Wightman, Founder & CEO at Proper Propaganda
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Jackson Wightman, Founder & CEO at Proper Propaganda. They unpack how AI is reshaping search, discovery, and public relations. They explore the shift away from traditional SEO and volume-based PR metrics, and how AI engines like...
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How to Go From COO to CEO with Aspen Noonan, CEO at Elevate Holistics
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Aspen Noonan, CEO of Elevate Holistics, to discuss her journey from COO to CEO and the lessons she learned along the way. Aspen shares how empathy, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning have shaped her leadership...
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Practical Advice on Leveraging AI for Growth with Gaurav Bhattacharya, CEO at Jeeva AI
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Gaurav Bhattacharya, CEO of Jeeva AI, to explore how AI is transforming modern sales and growth strategies. They discuss how combining traditional guerrilla marketing with AI-driven personalization and storytelling can help...
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Why Companies Don't Use Their CRM with Justin Rashidi, Co-Founder at SeedX
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Justin Rashidi, Co-Founder at SeedX to explore how B2B companies can better leverage their CRM systems to drive smarter growth. Justin shares insights into the common mistakes organizations make with CRM adoption and why aligning...
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Scale, Chill or Kill Your Marketing with Scott Desgrosseilliers, CEO at WickedReports.com
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with with Scott Desgrosseilliers, CEO at WickedReports.com. Scott explains how marketers can move beyond channel-first thinking and instead focus on attribution-driven strategies that reveal what’s actually driving results. They…
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Building A $2M Business, A Community & A New Life Inside 2 Years with Elina Panteleyeva, Founder at Dood Woof
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Elina Panteleyeva, founder of Dood Woof, to unpack how she turned DIY dog content into a fast-growing pet brand in just two years. With no prior product experience, Alina bootstrapped her company from zero to nearly $600K in year...
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5th Generation CRE, 1st Generation GTM with Adi Soozin, Best Selling Author and Managing Partner at Heritage Real Estate Fund
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Adi Soozin, Best Selling Author and Managing Partner at Heritage Real Estate Fund. They uncover the strategy behind exponential, community-driven growth. Adi shares how building hyper-focused networks and cultivating exclusivity...
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How to Pick the Right Market When You Have a Global TAM with Kevin Gast, Founder & CEO at VVater.com
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Kevin Gast, founder and CEO of VVater, to explore how innovation is transforming the water purification industry. They discuss Water’s Faraday reactor technology and its potential to disrupt traditional purification methods…
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How to Use ChatGPT Locally and Privately with Dan Sanchez, Senior AI Marketing Strategist at Social Media
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray welcomes back Dan Sanchez, marketer and AI enthusiast, for a timely conversation on the rapidly evolving AI landscape. They explore the concept of local AI, including the privacy advantages and practical implications of self-hosting AI models...
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Personalizing the D2C Product Experience with Ken Rapp, CEO at Blustream.io
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Ken Rapp, CEO of Bluestream.io. They explore why the customer journey shouldn’t end at the point of purchase. Ken shares how Bluestream.io helps brands stay connected with customers after the sale by delivering personalized…
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How Companies Should Build Trust with Their Customers, Partners and Investors with Margaret Upshur, Founder & CEO at Mobius Materials
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Margaret Upshur, founder and CEO of Mobius Materials, to explore one of the semiconductor industry’s biggest hidden challenges: excess components and the unchecked gray market. Margaret shares her journey building a trust-driven...
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Building Connections Through Authenticity with Mary Keough, Director of Marketing at CoLab
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray reconnects with Mary Keough, Director of Marketing at CoLab. Mary shares how she built a LinkedIn audience of nearly 30,000 by leaning into authenticity, vulnerability, and real-world experience. They explore the unique challenges of industrial...
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Slow Tourism & Company Retreats in Barbados with Evlyn Mondo, Managing Director at Casablanca
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray sits down with Evlyn Mondo, Managing Director at Casablanca, to dive into the concept of slow tourism and how it’s reshaping company retreats in Barbados. They also explore why privacy, cultural connection, and curated experiences matter more...
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The 3 U's of Paid Search with Morgan Blake, CEO of Construction Marketing Online
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Morgan Blake about the complexities of paid advertising, with a special focus on the construction industry. They discuss common pitfalls like unclean data and misaligned goals, emphasizing the importance of understanding your…
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How to Build Offers that Convert with Jeff Wenberg, CEO at Offer Evolution
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Jeff Wenberg, CEO of Offer Evolution. Jeff emphasizes the power of simplicity in messaging—focusing on clear, benefit-driven communication rather than technical details. They explore how to adapt messaging for different audiences,...
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Building a Complex Technical Product for a Non-Technical Audience with Harish Chandramowli, Founder at Flaire Software
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Harish Chandramowli, founder and CEO of Flaire. He shares his journey from computer science engineer to tech entrepreneur in the fashion industry. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs, fostering honest...
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How to Build an Affordable Board of Advisors Who Won't Take Equity with Julie Matzen, Founder of Boarderline
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Julie Matzen, founder of Borderline. They discuss the balance between AI tools and human validation, and how Borderline’s platform makes expert collaboration easy and adaptable. The conversation emphasizes the enduring value of human...
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Using AI to Listen to Your Customers with Eli Portnoy, Founder & CEO at Backengine.ai
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Eli Portnoy, Founder and CEO of Backengine.ai, about the critical role of customer feedback in scaling B2B companies. He explains how Backengine.ai uses AI to turn customer interactions into actionable insights, empowering teams to...
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Building Brands That Last: Lessons from Insurance & Finance with Cat Holt, Founder & Chief Brand Officer at Coologee
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Cat Holt, Founder and CEO of Cool OG, about the art of brand transformation and corporate communications. She emphasizes the importance of creativity, authenticity, and understanding audience needs. The conversation highlights the…
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Reimagining Direct Mail as a Primary Marketing Channel with Ryan Ferrier, CEO at Lob.com
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Ryan Ferrier, CEO of Lob.com, about how direct mail is being reinvented as a powerful marketing channel. He emphasizes the importance of personalization and cost-effectiveness in direct mail campaigns and explains how to integrate…
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The Cure to a Common Disease Called Profititis with Ben Hansen, Owner of Profit Doctor
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Ben Hansen, Founder of Profit Doctor, about the concept of “profititis”. Ben explains why businesses must look beyond revenue and focus on optimizing profitability. He shares practical strategies, from separating growth investments...
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How to Use AI in Your Company & In Your Home with Andrew Amann, Co-Founder & CEO of Nine Two Three AI Studio
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Andrew Amann, CEO and Co-founder of NineTwoThree AI Studio. They discuss the transformative role of AI agents in business. Andrew shares insights on how AI enhances productivity, reduces costs, and drives revenue growth. The...
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Building AI Infrastructure to Utilize Your Private Data with Tyler Hochman, Founder & CEO at FORE
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee sits down with with Tyler Hochman, Founder & CEO at FORE. They dive into the transformative power of integrating private data with AI to unlock valuable business insights. Discover how companies are using AI to analyze proprietary data, drive...
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How to Fix Your Culture if You Feel Stuck with Ashish Gupta, Founder/CEO at ScaleUpExec.com
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee sits down with Ashish Gupta, CEO of ScaleUpExec.com, to explore the power of team values and culture in driving business success. Ashish shares how defining clear values and building a strong culture can align teams, inspire performance, and create...
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How to Go From $2MM to $10MM with Joshua Monge, Founder at Think Adapt Build
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee sits down with Joshua Monge, Founder at Think Adapt Build. They dive into the power of systems in driving business success. Discover why systems are the backbone of growing businesses and how you can leverage them to take your company to the next…
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Where Are They Now? Gabe Lullo at AlleyOOP.io - Getting 600% Conversion Rates
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee sits down with Gabe Lullo, CEO of AlleyOOP.io, to explore the art of building a powerful LinkedIn presence. Gabe shares actionable strategies to boost your professional brand, engage authentically with your network, and leverage LinkedIn’s unique...
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Scaling a Tech Enabled Functional Medicine Company with Dr. Erica Armstrong, Founder at Root Functional Medicine
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Dr. Erica Armstrong, founder of Root Functional Medicine. She shares how she scaled from a small practice to a tech-enabled functional medicine company. She breaks down the challenges of sustainable growth and why addressing root...
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The REAL Application of AI for REAL Businesses with Mehdi Tehranchi, Co-Founder & CEO of KnowledgeNet.ai
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Mehdi Tehranchi, Co-Founder & CEO of KnowledgeNet.ai. They break down how Organizational AI is transforming mid-market B2B companies. Learn how internal data can power AI assistants, streamline operations, and unlock growth. Want…
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Pros & Cons of Podcast Guesting for Founder/CEOs with Dana Lindahl, Founder & CEO at LegendaryPodcasts.com
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Dana Lindahl, founder and CEO of LegendaryPodcast.com. He shares how entrepreneurs can use podcast guesting to reach new audiences, build brand authority, and shorten sales cycles. Dana breaks down why micro-audiences matter, how to...
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How to Find, Vet & Hire Your Next Marketing Agency with Behdad Jamshidi, Founder at CJAM Marketing Matchmakers
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray welcomes back Behdad Jamshidi, Founder at CJAM Marketing Matchmakers. With experience across nearly 1,000 agencies, Jim breaks down agency types, the importance of strategy alignment, and why culture fit matters. He offers actionable tips on...
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How to Build Strategic Partnerships with Kim Kargbo, President & CEO at Accessible Hope International
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Kim Kargbo, President and CEO of Accessible Hope International. They discuss the power of strategic partnerships, the realities of fundraising, and why collaboration—not competition—is key in the nonprofit world. Have a guest...
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Maximizing B2B Saas Paid Ad Campaigns with Eran Friendinger, Co-Founder & CTO at Voyantis.ai
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Eran Friendinger, co-founder and CTO of Voyantis, and an expert guest about modern B2B SaaS marketing strategies. They discuss the changing landscape of paid ads and the importance of testing and feedback loops. The conversation…
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Zero to $3MM in 12 months Using Cold Email & Integrated Marketing with Frank Sondors, Co-Founder & CEO at Salesforge.ai
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Frank Sondors, Co-founder and CEO of SalesForge about scaling sales teams and the evolving role of AI in sales operations. Frank shares how blending human insight with AI can streamline outreach, cut costs, and accelerate growth.…
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How High Achievers Can Combat Burnout Without Settling for Less, with Dr. Laura Gallaher, CEO, Speaker & Leadership Coach
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with leadership coach Laura Gallaher about the challenges high achievers face: stress, burnout, and the elusive pursuit of balance. Laura shares insights on self-acceptance, self-awareness, and self-accountability. The episode invites...
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FOCUS with David Heacock, CEO at Filterbuy.com
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with David Heacock, CEO of FilterBuy. The conversation highlights the importance of focus, learning from mistakes, and creating a mission-driven company. David also offers practical advice on personal branding and accountability for...
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40 Years of Failure = A Life of Success // Jose Berlanga's Story
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with José Berlang, Real Estate Developer, Author, and Investor. He shares his entrepreneurial journey from humble beginnings in Mexico to success in multifamily and commercial real estate. The conversation highlights the power of...
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Pros & Cons of Hiring a LATAM Development Team with Roger Einstoss, Co-Founder & CEO at Braintly.com
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Roger Einstoss, co-founder and CEO of Braintly. They talk about the advantages of nearshoring technical talent from Latin America. Roger shares how time zone alignment, cultural fit, and cost-effectiveness make nearshoring a smart...
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How to Create Independent Leaders Inside Your Org with Sarah Levitt, Author, Speaker & Trusted Guide to the C-Suite
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Sarah Levitt about the critical shift from Founder to CEO. She offers practical frameworks for externalizing thinking and empowering teams to take initiative and operate independently. The conversation explores how proactive…
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How to Audit Your Company to Find What's Keeping You from Growth with Ryan Drake-Lee, Founder & President at RDL Consulting
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Ryan Drake-Lee, Founder and President of RDL Consulting, about driving operational growth in small businesses. He shares how business owners can identify barriers to growth through process mapping and improve communication and...
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Cracking the Sales Code: Expert-Level Sales Advice with Garrett Wood, Founder/CEO at Get Scale
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Garrett Wood, Founder and CEO of Get Scale, about building successful sales and marketing teams. Garrett shares 4 steps every successful sale should follow. The episode offers valuable strategies for sales and marketing leaders…
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How to Increase the Value of Your Business Before Exit with John Martinka, Co-Founder at Nokomis Advisory Services
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with John Martinka, Co-founder at Nokomis Advisory Services about how to boost a company's value ahead of a future exit. John outlines seven essential factors that make a business more attractive to buyers: strong financial systems…
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The Secret Sauce for Successful Cold Email with Nikita Bykadarov, Founder/CEO of Maildoso
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Nikita Bykadarov, Founder and CEO of Maildoso, about the power of cold email in B2B customer acquisition. Nikita also discusses the challenges of scaling and why cold email remains an affordable, growing strategy for modern…
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A CEO's Guide to Adopting & Implementing New Technology with Nathan Whittacre, CEO of Stimulus Technologies
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Nathan Whitacre, CEO and Founder of Stimulus Technologies,. They discuss the challenges and strategies involved in adopting technology as a growing business. Nathan emphasizes the need for founders to shift from tactical...
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The Future of Content Marketing (I'm convinced) with Jon Gilham, Founder/CEO at Originality.ai
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Jon Gilham, Founder of Originality.ai about the impact of AI on content marketing and SEO. They discuss the challenges of maintaining authenticity in an AI-driven world and highlight strategies for standing out with human-centric...
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How to Find, Vet & Hire a Fractional CMO with Behdad Jamshidi, Founder at CJAM Marketing Matchmakers
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Behdad Jamshidi, Founder at CJAM Marketing Matchmakers. They discuss the role and benefits of a Fractional CMO for growing businesses, including when to hire one, how to go about it, and the process for success. The episode…
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Breaking Down the Four Essential Parts of Building a Great System with Nick Foy, Founder & CEO Silverdale Technology
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Nick Foy, Founder and CEO of Silverdale Technology. They discuss the importance of building effective systems for scaling companies. With over 30 years of experience, Nick introduces the 4 steps to build structured systems. This...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Business Growth Advisor and Content Marketing Agency CEO, Lee Murray, interviews experts on growth from all types of backgrounds. Lee’s goal is to provide Founder/CEOs and Sales & Marketing Leaders with practical wisdom they can take back and deploy in their companies and with their teams. This podcast serves as a resource to second stage growth companies, to help them unlock next level growth.Each week Lee gives his thoughts and interviews experts around mindset, marketing & sales strategy, building systems and forming teams.
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