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Modern Mogul Podcast

by Marlyne Pierce

The Modern Mogul Podcast: Human-First Strategy for $100M+ Business GrowthAre you a CEO, Founder, or Executive striving for $100M+ business scaling without the cost of burnout? The Modern Mogul Podcast is your essential guide. Hosted by Marlyne Pierce, a seasoned Strategic Growth Advisor and Fractional CPO to leading digital and Fintech companies, this show unveils the blueprint for high-performance results through human-centered leadership.We bridge spiritual practices and business performance to forge a growth strategy that centers your core values. Tune in for expert solo insights and interviews with top-tier leaders who are mastering digital transformation and conscious capitalism. Stop sacrificing well-being for enterprise success. Learn to build your legacy with fulfillment.Keywords: CEO, Founder, Executive, Fractional CPO, Fintech, Digital Transformation, Business Scaling, $100M Growth, High-Performance, Human-Centered Leadership, Growth Strategy, Conscious Capitalism.Mod

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  1. 111: The Cost of Your Yes: Burnout and Boundaries ( for busy high-achieving women )

    Burnout sometimes looks like continuing to perform at work while dropping the ball everywhere else. You are still dependable, still producing and still showing up for everyone who needs you, but you no longer feel connected to yourself. In this episode of the Modern Mogul Podcast, Marlyne sits…

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  2. The C-Suite Soft Life: How Ambitious Executives Protect their Peace

    Bonus Episode: IG Live Stream with Marlyne Pierce & Krista Witherspoon For years, powerhouse women and first-generation corporate professionals have been taught to grind to the top, but no one taught us how to turn it off. In this episode, we unpack the mass exodus of women from the C-suite and...

  3. 110: Why Your Systems Aren't the Problem (And AI Won't Fix It)

    When operations feel fractured, most CEOs reach for a technical fix: a new software stack, tighter policies, or a fresh AI tool. But a recent BCG report reveals that despite heavy investments, only 6% of business leaders are actually seeing a return on AI. The problem isn't the technology—it’s a...

  4. 110: Why Your Systems Aren't the Problem (And AI Won't Fix It)

    When operations feel fractured, most CEOs reach for a technical fix: a new software stack, tighter policies, or a fresh AI tool. But a recent BCG report reveals that despite heavy investments, only 6% of business leaders are actually seeing a return on AI. The problem isn't the technology—it’s a...

  5. 109: Why the AI Power Villian vs. Hero Conversation is the Wrong One

    We're watching history unfold in real time and most people are missing the point entirely. In this episode, we break down the explosive rise of Anthropic's Claude, which went from $1B to $30B in annualized revenue in just over a year, triggered a 1,487% surge in user sessions in a single month…

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  6. 108: Leadership is Not a Job Title with Veronica Taylor

    In this episode, Marlyne sits down with leadership strategist and Life Leaders Coaching founder Veronica Taylor to explore a powerful reframe: leadership is not a title or role, it is an identity. Together, they unpack why so many founders and executives feel successful on paper but fragmented in...

  7. 107: The Leadership Practice You Need for Scaling

    If you’re building something meaningful and you feel the weight of it in your body, this episode is your reminder: leadership requires more than strategy, it requires capacity. In a cultural moment that feels heavy and uncertain, Marlyne reframes leadership growth as a nervous-system-led…

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  8. 106: Keep More of What You Earn: Tax Strategy for Wealth Builders

    Tax season isn’t a moment. It’s the result of everything you did (or avoided) all year. In this episode, Marlyne sits down with Mardochee Louis, IRS Enrolled Agent and founder of MLG Consulting Group, to talk about how modern business owners can keep more of their income—not for lifestyle...

  9. 105: Polarity Intelligence: Embracing Resistance and Conflict to Scale Value

    Most leaders treat tension like a problem to solve: pick a side, push harder, and move on. But the reality is, many challenges aren’t solvable, they’re polarities, meaning two interdependent values that both matter (like speed and quality, acquisition and retention, hierarchy and participation).…

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  10. 104: How to Scale With AI Without Breaking Trust

    Want to know how to use AI to grow faster, without scaling the wrong thing and breaking customer trust? This episode is for you. Most companies are using AI to move faster in the wrong direction, optimizing for efficiency while ignoring the real growth levers: trust, empathy, and innovation. In...

  11. 103: Productivity Isn’t the Point: Presence, Power, and a 2026 Leadership Operating System

    In this Year-in-Wrap conversation, Marlyne unpacks why emotional wellness is not optional “extra credit” for leaders in 2026. it’s the foundational infrastructure that shapes decision-making, health, relationships, and business outcomes. She connects the cultural signals to what people are really...

  12. 102: Why Good Products Fail: The 5 Unwritten Rules of Digital Growth in 2026

    Episode Summary: In 2026, building a "good" product is no longer enough. You are competing in an AI-fueled, attention-scarce market where your investors, your team, and your customers have endless options. So, why do some companies quietly compound into category kings while others stagnate? In…

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  13. 101: The One Upgrade Required for Founders & Execs to Hit 2026 Goals

    If you’re a founder or executive who keeps hitting goals but still feels stretched, scattered, and secretly unsatisfied, this episode is your pattern interrupt. In this conversation, Marlyne Pierce — fractional CPO, growth partner, and strategist for tech founders and executives — breaks down the...

  14. 100. Scaling with AI: 5 Exits Every Leader Must Make to Build Lean Teams & Recurring Revenue

    If your role, business model, or leadership chapter looks great on paper but feels expired in real life, this episode is for you. Marlyne breaks down what’s really happening in the AI-driven economy, the hidden cost of staying too long in a chapter that’s done, and the five exits every modern…

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  15. 99. Stop Losing Customers: 5 Uncommon Churn Fixes for Memberships, SaaS & Digital Products

    Big tech and big government are playing chess with the global economy. You still have churn, payroll, and your own nervous system to manage. In this episode of the Modern Mogul Podcast, Marlyne Pierce, Strategic CPO & Growth Advisor (who has helped scale digital platforms to over 100M+ users)...

  16. 98: The leadership shift redefining growth in the AI Business Era

    In this episode of The Modern Mogul Podcast, Marlyne unpacks the leadership shift redefining growth in the AI economy. She explores what it means to build a human-first, tech-powered business where purpose and profit align, and why the companies winning today aren’t just smarter; they’re more...

  17. 97. The Zero Burnout Path to Scale in 7 Shifts

    Episode Title: “7 Shifts for Effortless Scaling (Without Burning Out)” Host: Marlyne Pierce — Strategic CPO & Growth Advisor Episode Overview: We’ve been sold the myth that scale = more grind. Marlyne dismantles that belief and outlines a simpler way to scale: structure + flow → performance....

  18. 96. Scaling as a Spiritual Practice: How Business Teaches You About Yourself

    Episode Overview: Most leaders approach scaling as a purely operational game. But what if scaling is actually a mirror — reflecting your beliefs, your nervous system, and your capacity to receive support? In this episode, Marlyne reframes business growth as a spiritual evolution. Drawing from her...

  19. 95: Why Your Smartest People Are Disengaging in the AI Era — And What Leaders Must Do Now

    Episode Overview: This episode dives into one of the biggest unspoken issues in today’s workplaces—the decline of deep thinking and curiosity in the AI era. Marlyne explains why teams that once thrived on innovation are now playing small, and how leaders can restore critical thinking, creativity,...

  20. 94: The Future in a Post-COVID World: Navigating Work, Wellness, and Wealth

    Episode Summary: Five years after COVID-19 shut down the world, we’re still experiencing its ripple effects. Remote work changed employment forever, trust in institutions has eroded, digital security is more critical than ever, and the way we think about money, leadership, and business has...

  21. 93: Deepseek, Open Source v Close Source & Mars Retrograde

    The Open vs. Closed AI Battle & DeepSeek’s Disruption AI is at a crossroads. The debate over open-source vs. closed AI development is heating up, and recent market shifts have upended expectations—including the shocking rise of DeepSeek, China’s newest AI disruptor. In this episode, I break down:...

  22. 92. Growing Forward with Purpose - 2024 in Review

    Show Notes: Episode Summary: Welcome back to the Modern Mogul Podcast! In this reflective episode, host Marlyne Pierce looks back at 2024—a year filled with pivots, setbacks, breakthroughs, and clarity. She shares personal and professional lessons, highlights transformative experiences, and...

  23. 91: Leading an Unconventional Life & Financial Independence with Tax Expert Penny Rose

    In this episode of Modern Mogul, Marlyne chats with Penny, a former FBI forensic accountant turned entrepreneur, about her journey to financial independence. They dive into Penny’s early interest in financial independence, her life as a full-time RVer, and her philosophy of the "Triangle of...

  24. 90: Building Trust: A Blueprint for Effective Leadership with Ramona Baker

    Summary: This episode features a conversation with Ramona Baker, a leadership expert specializing in board and CEO relationships. Ramona discusses the importance of responsibility and trust in leadership, navigating generational differences, and the challenges of organizational change. She shares...

  25. 89: Plateaus as the Effect of CEO & Executive Learning Curve

    Episode 89: Plateaus as the Effect of CEO & Executive Learning Curve In this episode of the Modern Mogul podcast, host Marlyne dives deep into the hidden psychology behind business growth plateaus and the learning curve that all CEOs and executives face. Why does the learning curve become a…

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  26. 88: How Powerful CEOs Eliminate Burnout in Six Simple Steps

    How to Avoid Burnout and Prioritize Your Personal Life as a High Achiever Summary: In this episode, we dive into the common challenges faced by high achievers—overwhelm, anxiety, and burnout. You may be hitting your goals, but at what cost? We discuss how to avoid burnout without stepping back…

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  27. 87: Is Artificial Intelligence Disruptive Technology + Business Strategy Trends

    In this episode of the Modern Mogul Podcast, we explore the real impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business strategy, using Peloton and Starbucks as key examples of how market shifts and strategy need to better align. We discuss how AI, when strategically integrated, can drive…

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  28. 86. Dr. Kevin Gazzara - Leadership Development on the Field of Play

    In this episode, we welcome Dr. Kevin, a seasoned expert in leadership development and organizational growth. Dr. Kevin shares his leadership philosophies, the distinction between management and leadership, and the importance of relationship-building in leadership roles. We delve into effective...

  29. 85. Mike Kelly - Humanizing Work and Understanding the Symtoms of Success

    In this episode we welcome Michael "Mike" Kelly, author of "Meaning is the Mission." We discuss critical leadership topics including methods for identifying root causes of problems as an Executive and CEO, safety in the workplace and whether it is needed, and the benefits of writing a book for...

  30. 84. TEAM Framework & Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Part 2

    This episode explores how we can leverage the Human Element in AI-Driven Growth Topics: Introduction to the episode theme: The importance of human factor in AI-driven growth Overview of the TEAM Framework for integrating AI in business Time & Energy: Maximizing efficiency through AI automation...

  31. 83. Your Daily Life with Artificial Intelligence (AI - Part 1)

    In today's episode, we delve into the pervasive influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in our daily lives, exploring its unseen presence and its potential future implications. the challenges of integrating new technologies without a clear roadmap, and share insights on managing the…

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  32. 82. Engaging the 80% with Simple Emotional Regulation Techniques

    Marlyne continues in this final part of the series about building high-performance teams and leadership. We focus on the often overlooked impact of emotional labor and offer some simple and powerful techniques to improve emotional regulation at work. RESOURCES: Build a self-managing dream team to...

  33. 81. The Invisible Work of Intentional Leadership

    In this episode, Marlyne covers the often invisible and unacknowledged burden of emotional labor and its potential correlation with the often sighted 80% employee disengagement. We explore various facets of emotional labor, including its definition, and its impact on our physical and mental…

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  34. 80. 5 Strategies for Superior Leadership - Energy, Emotions & Identity

    In this episode discover the essential elements that every leader needs to master for their personal and team's success. From exploring your leadership identity to managing energy, emotions, and well-being, this episode is a goldmine for executives, business owners, and anyone aspiring to lead…

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  35. 79. Striking the Balance: Humanization vs. High Performance Teams

    In this episode of the Modern Mogul podcast, we explore how fostering human connections and ensuring psychological safety can coexist with the drive for high performance at work. We discuss the importance of informal relationships, critical research findings and offer insights into overcoming...

  36. 78. Building High-Performance Teams: 3 Key Insights for Leaders

    Topic: Building High-Performance Teams: Insights for leaders Key Topics: Discover the 3 key insights for creating high-performing teams. Learn how to personalize leadership for individual needs. Understand the importance of psychological safety and well-being. Gain actionable tips to improve your...

  37. 77. Trailblazing Change & Evolving Subscription Models

    This episode examines the concept of Technology Amplifying Human Voice i.e. voice of of customer and business as a catalyst for change, drawing insights from Marc Benioff's Trailblazer and culture. Additionally, we discuss the evolving trend of subscription models across various sectors, from...

  38. 76. 5 Threats to Your Business & Davos Economic Forum Thoughts

    In this podcast episode the conversation covers themes on growth and self-worth, the Davos Economic Forum, the five threats to business leadership and continue discussing your leadership and CEO priorities for 2024. Key points include: 1. Aligning business values with staff 2. Understanding the...

  39. 75. AI, Digital Customer Experience: 2024 CEO Priorities

    AI, Digital Customer Experience: 2024 CEO Priorities 1. Introduction: Overview of the evolving digital customer experience and emerging trends. 2. Key Customer Trends: Analysis of the latest trends in customer behavior and expectations in the digital space. 3. CEO Priorities: Discussion on how…

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  40. 74. The Human Factor is the FUTURE & THE Differentiator

    We delve deep into the heart of business - the human factor. Join us as we explore how empathy, understanding, and genuine care for people are not just nice-to-haves but essential elements for sustainable business growth. The Human Factor is the Future and the Differentiator in your business and…

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  41. 73. New Year, New Strategies: Discover Your Growth Path

    Marlyne rings in 2024 with a focus on Embracing New Opportunities, 2024 Economic Outlook from top Market Analysts and how the The Billie Business Model™ can help you to Diagnose and Approach Business Challenges, including Product and Customer-Centric Strategies. As always, we welcome your...

  42. 72. Make Innovation Easier in 7 Steps

    Today's episode deep dives into the heart of innovation, debunking the myths surrounding this often misunderstood concept. Innovation, as discussed, is more than just creating new products or adding features; it's about embracing disruption and navigating the unknown. We embrace that innovation…

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  43. 71. Avoid the Pitfalls of Growth

    While we all like to see results quickly and fast growth seems to be the only path to success, tune in to this episode to understand why we need to resist the allure of quick growth to focus on overall customer value and sustainable strategies. Doing this allows leaders the space to harmonize...

  44. 70. Navigating a Growth Plateau? What is working now

    Navigating a Growth Plateau? What is working now In this episode we review effective strategies for business growth and stability, by focusing on core principles that stand the test of time. We cover the common challenges faced by businesses in periods of uncertainty and how to overcome them by...

  45. 69. Beyond Goals: Mastering the Art of Mindful Achievement

    We delve more into effective goal setting and managing our mindset for success. Discover strategies for breaking down your goals, explore trauma-informed ways for personal coaching, and learn how to align your goals with your vision and values. Including using the Wheel of Life, maximizing return...

  46. 68. Your Business North Star & Retrospective

    As we approach the end of the year, it's the perfect time to reflect on the past and set goals for the future. Today we discuss the importance of retrospectives, a practice commonly used in technology development to review progress and identify areas for improvement in your business and life....

  47. 67. OpenAI, Power & Employee Voice

    The OpenAI Saga earlier this month ignited crucial questions about ethics, power dynamics, and the growing influence of employees in shaping the future of technology. In this podcast episode, we delve into the recent events and explore the implications. Show Notes: Introduction, Dominique Madhuri...

  48. 66: The Sudoku Analogy: Unveiling the Rules of Business

    In this episode we uncover an unexpected source of business wisdom—the game of Sudoku. Join us as we explore the parallels between Sudoku's simple logic and the rules of success in entrepreneurship. Topics covered: Sudoku's roots and the importance of adhering to the game's logic Discover how...

  49. 65: AI Revolution, Mogul Barbie's Playbook and the Future of Work

    In this episode of Modern Moguls Podcast, we explore the intersection of technology, business, and leadership.We dives deep into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on society, work, and the future. We'll also take a look at how the iconic Barbie brand has…

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  50. 64. Your Leadership Power Factor and Creative Confidence

    In this episode I am talking about the energetics of leadership and how you can assess and elevate your own power and growth and impact as a leader. Key Topics: What is the leadership Power Factor? Why is it important? What are the roadblocks to have it at optimal levels? What can you do to get...

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The Modern Mogul Podcast: Human-First Strategy for $100M+ Business GrowthAre you a CEO, Founder, or Executive striving for $100M+ business scaling without the cost of burnout? The Modern Mogul Podcast is your essential guide. Hosted by Marlyne Pierce, a seasoned Strategic Growth Advisor and Fractional CPO to leading digital and Fintech companies, this show unveils the blueprint for high-performance results through human-centered leadership.We bridge spiritual practices and business performance to forge a growth strategy that centers your core values. Tune in for expert solo insights and interviews with top-tier leaders who are mastering digital transformation and conscious capitalism. Stop sacrificing well-being for enterprise success. Learn to build your legacy with fulfillment.Keywords: CEO, Founder, Executive, Fractional CPO, Fintech, Digital Transformation, Business Scaling, $100M Growth, High-Performance, Human-Centered Leadership, Growth Strategy, Conscious Capitalism.Mod

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