The Power of Two

What do you do when your product launch goes live… and nobody buys?That’s exactly the situation Laura Sprinkle found herself in after running a webinar launch supported by affiliate partners. Twenty-four hours in, there were no sales coming through, emotions were high, and it felt like the launch was failing. But one partnership changed everything.In this episode of The Power of Two, Danny interviews Laura Sprinkle, founder of Rootabl, an affiliate partnership platform designed to help course creators and entrepreneurs build stronger, more profitable collaborations. Laura has helped generate more than $50 million in affiliate revenue for clients ranging from emerging entrepreneurs to seven-figure industry leaders, with her expertise featured in Forbes and leading business podcasts.In this week's episode, Laura shares how a trusted affiliate partner helped her pivot a struggling launch into a huge success — and why the future of partnerships isn’t about transactions, obligation, or “you promote me, I’ll promote you.” Instead, it’s about trust, generosity, personalization, and building relationships that genuinely serve your audience.Throughout the conversation, Danny and Laura explore what makes partnerships thrive, why appreciation is one of the most overlooked growth strategies in business, and how a small number of aligned partners can completely transform the trajectory of a launch.Catch these highlights from our discussion....>> Why Laura’s launch initially looked like a complete failure, and the conversation with one partner that turned everything around>> How just 8 affiliates helped quadruple Laura's launch revenue>> Why “clean energy” matters in partnerships and promotions>> The “Attract, Activate, Amplify, Appreciate” framework that will help you crush your partnerships>> How frustrating it can be track affiliate activity, and how Laura built her own app, Rootabl to solve this problem>> Why it often takes just a handful of great partners to drive the majority of your salesAnd much more!Laura’s story shows how quickly a launch can turn around when you have the right people in your corner. You'll hear first-hand about the emotional reality of launches, the importance of having partners you can brainstorm with when things don't go according to plan, and why a small number of deeply engaged affiliates will almost always outperform a huge list of disengaged promoters. Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Laura Sprinkle's Website➡️ Laura Sprinkle's Rootabl App➡️ Laura Sprinkle's LinkedIn ProfileConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

Being an entrepreneur can be lonely. You carry the responsibility, make the decisions, and often face challenges on your own. But imagine facing true isolation—alone in a prison cell.In this episode of The Power of Two, we hear the extraordinary story of Jose Pereira, who was wrongfully imprisoned in Venezuela for nearly five years on fabricated charges.Jose Pereira is a best-selling author, international speaker, resilience coach, and former CEO of Citgo Petroleum. After a long career in the oil and gas industry, Jose was preparing to retire in 2017 when he was called to a meeting in Caracas. What he thought was a routine presentation turned into an ambush. Jose and five colleagues were arrested and accused of being American spies. The media later dubbed them the “Citgo Six.” After enduring harsh conditions and years of uncertainty, Jose was eventually released in a prisoner exchange and now dedicates his life to teaching resilience and leadership.One of the most powerful lessons from Jose’s story is that survival—and success—rarely happens alone. Jose's first year of imprisonment was in solitary confinement. When he was finally placed together with his fellow executives, they created what they called a “survivor plan,” assigning roles based on each person’s strengths. By supporting each other, respecting expertise, and creating structure, they formed a partnership that helped them endure unimaginable circumstances.Catch these highlights from our discussion....>> Why entrepreneurs often struggle when they try to do everything alone>> How respecting the expertise of others on your team brings you closer together raises everyone's performance>>The importance of routine and structure during difficult times>> How strong relationships support resilience and mental wellbeing>> Why humility is essential for effective leadership>> How the power of collaboration can help you overcome even the most adverse challenges in your business and your lifeJose’s story is a powerful reminder that resilience is rarely a solo effort. Whether in business or life, the right people around you can make the hardest journeys possible—and even transformative.Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Jose Perreira's Book 'Unbreakable'➡️ Jose Perreira Website➡️ Jose Pereira's LinkedIn ProfileConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

You’ve heard that Joint Venture partnerships are one of the fastest ways to grow your business.But when you try them…Partners don’t promote.Audiences don’t show up.Sales don’t land.So what’s missing?The issue probably isn’t the partners… it's that you're not JV ready.Most entrepreneurs jump into JVs believing that exposure alone will create growth. But without the right foundations in place, even the best partnerships fall flat.In this episode of The Power of Two, I’m joined by award-winning business strategist Estie Starr, who built a seven-figure business without paid ads and now uses Joint Ventures as a core growth strategy. But Estie didn’t find success with JVs overnight. Her first attempts fell flat — because she, too, wasn’t JV ready.Catch these highlights from our discussion....>> What it actually means to be JV ready in today’s market>> Why Estie’s early JV attempts fell flat — and what she changed>> The danger of sending JV leads straight to a sales offer>> Why relationship-first partnerships outperform transactional ones>> The memorable “Trix vs Cornflakes” rule for market stand-out>> The non-negotiable foundations every successful JV must haveAnd much more...Even if you attract outstanding partners to work with you, Joint Ventures won’t deliver results if your offer is weak, your messaging unclear, or your audience disengaged. As Estie reveals, JVs don’t repair broken foundations — they amplify what’s already there. When you become truly JV ready — once you've built an audience, have a compelling offer, and are clear about who are the right partners for you — partnerships stop feeling unpredictable and start becoming reliable, repeatable growth strategies.Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Estie's Free Gift to you➡️ Estie Starr's Website➡️ Estie's LinkedIn ProfileConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

As entrepreneurs, we’re taught to be strong, self-sufficient, and to have all the answers. But what if the very thing holding your business back is the belief that you can do it all yourself?In this episode of The Power of Two, Danny Bermant speaks with Andrea Isaacs, founder of the Emotional and Life Mastery Institute and creator of the EQ Quiz.  Andrea knows firsthand that growth doesn’t happen alone — the key is being willing to ask for help and support in the areas where you’re not strong. After nearly dying on an operating table and confronting the fear of leaving her gifts unexpressed, Andrea committed her life to helping entrepreneurs live fully and make their impact now.Her clients in 30 countries have transformed self-doubt into unshakeable confidence, building six- and seven-figure businesses by aligning their inner world with the impact they’re here to create.In this episode, Andrea shares her journey from professional dancer to master coach and reveals how bringing in the right partners can accelerate your business growth.Catch these highlights from our discussion....>> Why acknowledging areas where you’re not strong is actually a strength.>> How partnerships allow you to ask for support without feeling vulnerable.>> The mindset shift required to see potential partners as allies, not competition.>> How reciprocity and non-transactional support create lasting, meaningful partnerships.>> Why partnerships are especially powerful for introverted entrepreneurs.And much more....Andrea also explains how joint ventures can multiply your impact by connecting you with aligned audiences, and how the right partner can see your potential in ways you may not even see yourself.Whether you’re hesitant to ask for help or unsure how to find the right collaborators, this episode will give you actionable insights to grow your business through partnership and support.Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Take Andrea Isaacs’ EQ Quiz to uncover your unique gifts and accelerate your impact➡️ Andrea Isaacs Website➡️ Andrea Isaacs LinkedIn ProfileConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

What actually makes a good JV partner — and how do you spot one before it costs you time, reputation, or revenue?In this episode of The Power of Two, I am joined by Virginia Muzquiz, partnership strategist and founder of Master Connectors, to unpack what separates powerful, trust-based joint ventures from frustrating, transactional collaborations that go nowhere.Drawing from decades of real-world experience — from network marketing and franchise leadership to building multi-million-dollar divisions through referrals — Virginia shares the hard-earned lessons most entrepreneurs only learn the hard way: you can’t force alignment, you can’t shortcut trust, and you can’t partner successfully without being JV-ready first.This conversation goes far beyond “I’ll email for you if you email for me.” Together, we explore how to filter potential partners, why giving value without clarity backfires, and how your offer, follow-through, and relational assets determine whether partnerships will multiply your business — or quietly damage your reputation.Catch these highlights from our discussion....>> Why you can’t turn transactional people into relational partners>> The real reason most joint ventures fail before they even begin>> How to identify whether someone is JV-ready or JV-risky>> Why your offer, marketing, and follow-through matter more than your list size>> What “giving value in advance” actually means — and when it’s a mistake>> How to use filters, test collaborations, and clear expectations to protect your reputation>> What is "sweat equity"? How both this and relational assets can open doors to higher-level partnersAnd much more....This episode is a powerful reminder that successful joint ventures are built on clarity, credibility, and commitment — not convenience. A good JV partner isn’t defined by list size or promises, but by alignment of values, readiness to deliver, and consistent follow-through. As Virginia makes clear, partnerships work best when both parties know exactly what they’re bringing to the table, communicate openly about expectations, and protect each other’s reputations as carefully as their own. When you focus on being JV-ready and choosing partners intentionally, collaboration stops feeling risky — and starts becoming one of the most reliable growth strategies in your business.Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Virginia Muzquiz's Business By Referral Blueprint➡️ Virginia Muzquiz's Website➡️ Virginia Muzquiz's LinkedIn ProfileConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

Who makes the best strategic partner? It's not necessarily the person with the biggest network or the best connections. Sometimes it’s the person who knows you most intimately — who understands your strengths and weaknesses, who knows how to motivate you, and who believes in you when you stop believing in yourself......Your own family. This week’s special guest is Monique McDonald, a Grammy-nominated opera singer turned transformational voice coach, speaker, and mentor. Monique helps entrepreneurs, coaches, and speakers find their authentic voice, stage presence, and confidence — transforming the way they show up in their business and life.Monique’s journey began with her first and most profound partnership — her mother, who was also her voice teacher and confidant. “She was the person who believed in me when I stopped believing in myself,” Monique recalls. That early bond shaped how she views every collaboration today — not as a transaction, but as a shared journey of trust, belief, and co-creation.After her mother’s passing, Monique reinvented herself — moving from the opera stage to helping speakers and entrepreneurs find their authentic, magnetic voice. Along the way, she discovered that partnership isn’t just a business strategy — it’s a way of being. From joint ventures to her “Manifestation Squad,” Monique shows how the right partnerships multiply both impact and joy.Catch these highlights from our discussion:>> How Monique’s first and most powerful partnership — with her mother — shaped her life and career>> Why the people who know you most intimately often make the most impactful collaborators>> The story behind her “Manifestation Squad” and how they supported each other’s growth>> How to move beyond transactional partnerships to creative, heart-led collaboration>>How Monique’s experience collaborating with other musicians shaped her view of business partnerships>>  Why asking for help is a key skill for successful entrepreneurs…and much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Monique McDonald's Website➡️ Monique Magnetic Voice Visibility Kit➡️ Monique McDonld's LinkedIn ProfileConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

Struggling to get your book noticed in a crowded marketplace? Wondering how to turn your ideas into something that actually reaches readers? In this episode of The Power of Two, host Danny Bermant sits down with bestselling author and publishing pioneer Suzy Prudden to reveal how she uses joint ventures to help authors succeed.Suzy is the founder of Itty Bitty Books, which transforms the expert knowledge of its authors into ultra-short, easy-to-read guides designed for readers who want clear, actionable insights without the fluff. Suzy shares the game-changing approach behind her authors’ success: 👉 Turn your book into a joint venture by co-creating it with someone else who already has the audience you're targetig.This is the insight that transformed her career. It’s the reason her collaboration with Louise Hay became so powerful it led to an appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show. And it’s the model she uses today to help authors rapidly expand their reach, credibility, and impact.Catch these highlights from our discussion:>>The #1 mistake authors make when publishing their books>> The story behind Suzy’s collaboration with Louise Hay and the Oprah Winfrey show>> How to identify the right partner who already has your readers>> Why co-creation accelerates visibility, sales, and introductions>> Strategies from Suzy's company, Itty Bitty Books to help authors market, launch, and succeed collectively…and much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Itty Bitty Publishing➡️ Suzy Prudden's LinkedIn ProfileConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

You’ve sent dozens of LinkedIn messages. Fired off email after email. Spent hours crafting perfect pitches… only to be met with silence or polite rejection.For most speakers, booking gigs feels like a grind — endless outreach, constant follow-ups, and rejection after rejection. But what if there was a smarter way to fill your calendar without the burnout?In this episode, host Danny Bermant talks with Leisa Reid, a speaking coach who has helped countless speakers scale their visibility and revenue through partnerships. Leisa shares her “Speaker Soulmate System,” a proven method for finding the right partners — speakers at a similar stage who share your audience but not your topic — to exchange referrals and get booked consistently.Catch these highlights from our discussion:>>The Speaker Soulmate System: How to identify and collaborate with the right speaking partners to create a steady stream of gigs.>> Why collaboration beats competition: How other speakers can become your best referral partners.>> Lessons from missteps: What Leisa learned from burned partnerships and how she now safeguards trust and expectations.>> The mindset shift that accelerates growth: Moving from “solo hustler” to “collaborative connector.”…and much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Leisa Reid's Speaking Training Academy➡️ Leisa Reid's Youtube Channel➡️ Connect with Leisa Reid on LinkedInConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

Some entrepreneurs chase every opportunity that comes their way — while others, like Jayne Warrilow, grow faster by being highly selective about who they partner with.In this episode of The Power of Two, host Danny Bermant sits down with Jayne Warrilow — global speaker, best-selling author, executive coach, and founder of Sacred Changemakers — to explore how choosing the right partners, not the most partners, can transform your business.From her first collaboration with Allied Dunbar — a partnership that brought her a steady stream of warm, qualified clients — to the alliances that helped her relaunch her career in the U.S., Jayne shares how she built a business rooted in trust, alignment, and mutual growth.This conversation reveals the art of conscious partnering — how to identify collaborators who amplify your impact, share your values, and open doors you couldn’t access alone.Catch these highlights from our discussion:>> How Jayne’s first partnership with Allied Dunbar created a consistent flow of new clients through shared trust and aligned purpose.>> The difference between busy collaboration and conscious collaboration — and how selectivity leads to sustainability.>> How Jayne rebuilt her business from scratch after moving countries by focusing on aligned, trust-based partnerships.>> Why the best partnerships are personal: built on relationships, shared values, and a common mission.>> The evolution of Sacred Changemakers — and how Jayne’s community empowers leaders to grow through connection and purpose.…and much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Access Jayne Warrilow's free quiz➡️ Sacred Changemakers➡️ Connect with Jayne Warrilow on LinkedInConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

What if your Virtual Assistant wasn’t just someone you handed tasks to—but a true business growth partner who helped you scale, innovate, and stay in your zone of genius?In this episode of The Power of Two, Danny Bermant sits down with professional organizer and personal stylist Kathi Burns to explore how treating your VA as a partner—not a subordinate—can transform the way you run your business.Kathi shares how she’s cultivated long-term relationships with her VAs—some lasting over 18 years—and why success depends on trust, clear communication, and empowering them to own their role.Catch these highlights from our discussion:>> Why your VA should be seen as a partner in business, not just a task-taker>> How proper onboarding and communication lay the groundwork for lasting success>> The role of SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) in helping VAs work independently>> How delegating “below your pay grade” frees you to focus on your highest-value work>> Real stories of productivity breakthroughs (and lessons learned) from hiring VAs…and much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Download Kathi’s free productivity checklist: organizedandenergized.com➡️ Kathi Burns Energised and Organized! Podcast➡️ Connect with Kathi Burns on LinkedInConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

What if scaling your business didn’t depend on paid ads, cold calls, or complicated funnels, but on leveraging other people's audiences?In this episode of The Power of Two, marketing veteran Tom Poland shares how he built a wildly successful lead generation system using a method he calls OPN—Other People’s Networks. And one of the most powerful tools in his OPN toolkit? Podcast interviews.Tom’s been doing this since 1995. He started by partnering with accountants and CPAs to promote his workshops, slashing a $5,000 direct mail budget to nearly zero.   That approach now powers a global business that fills his calendar with ready-to-buy leads. In one JV campaign alone, Tom’s team generated 284 high-quality leads.His podcast conversations last just 7 minutes. But that brief conversation becomes the entry point for a JV discussion built on trust, alignment, and mutual value.In this week’s episode of The Power of Two, Tom shares:>> Why podcasting is the smartest “first date” for building lasting JV partnerships>> How to use Other People’s Networks (OPN) to scale your business without relying on ads or SEO>> Key red flags and green lights when choosing JV partners to ensure mutual success>> How Tom built a team-managed JV engine that fills his calendar with warm, ready-to-buy leads>> The key difference between referrals, cold traffic, and JV leads—and why it matters>> Why Tom believes the quality of your JV partner matters more than the size of their list…and much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Get Tom's Free Book➡️ Tom Poland's Podcast➡️ Connect with Tom Poland on LinkedInConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

What if the key to growing your business wasn’t another tactic—but a shift in how you think? In this episode of The Power of Two, mindset coach Nina Cooke shares how clearing deep-rooted limiting beliefs helped her unlock confidence, clarity, and a steady flow of powerful joint venture partnerships. After leaving a corporate career in marketing, Nina launched her coaching practice—but it was a pivotal early partnership that sparked real momentum. She offered complimentary coaching to a well-connected business leader, who was so impressed that he promoted her to his entire community. That single act of generosity led to a surge of new clients—and revealed the power of authentic partnerships. And the one strategy that’s worked especially well for her? Being a guest on podcasts.  Nina has been interviewed on numerous shows and it has led her into long-term partnerships, referrals, and clients. She breaks down how to approach guesting as a JV opportunity, and how showing up with value leads to trust—and traction.In this week’s episode of The Power of Two, Nina shares:>> How Nina transformed her business by addressing her own limiting beliefs—and how you can too.>> Why JVs are more than just about dollars and cents, how they can also help you overcome your limiting beliefs.>> The story behind her first JV success, where a complimentary coaching session led to an unexpected wave of clients>> How a simple outreach email led to a long-term partnership with a financial adviser, unlocking a new niche, and resulting in a co-authored book!>> Why guesting on podcasts is one of her top joint venture strategies—and how to make it work.>> How to turn a single podcast appearance into ongoing referrals, content, and collaborations.…and much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Nina Cooke's Millionaire Mindset Scorecard➡️ Nina's Wealthy Advisor Mindset Podcast➡️ Connect with Nina Cooke on LinkedInConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

Would you rather sell books in ones and twos… or in bulk?For Susan Friedmann, the answer was clear. As a leading authority in nonfiction book marketing and founder of Aviva Publishing, she’s spent over 30 years helping authors get their books into the hands of the right readers.Her first book? It sold over 500,000 copies—to just one company. And the secret behind that success? A single, powerful partnership.But that’s just one example of how Susan has leveraged partnerships to grow her business.In this week’s episode of The Power of Two, Susan shares:>> The power of partnerships in book marketing – Why selling in bulk is the smartest move for authors.>> How she built a thriving business after being laid off three times – The entrepreneurial journey she never planned to take.>> Why partnerships aren’t just about transactions – Trust, relationships, and genuine collaboration matter more.>> The role of JV partnerships in scaling a business – From publishing to marketing, how she chooses the right partners.>> The #1 mistake entrepreneurs make with partnerships – And how to avoid it.…and much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Susan Friedmann's website➡️ Susan 5-Day Book Marketing Mini-Course➡️ Connect with Susan Friedmann on LinkedInConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

Would you go in business with your spouse?When I ask my clients this question, I usually get strange looks followed by the answer - "Are you crazy? We wouldn't last together 5 minutes!!!", yet a surprisingly large number of entrepreneurs go into business with their life partners. And in the case of Cyndi and Jim Padilla, it has been a thriving partnership.   Jim Padilla is a master sales trainer, expert team builder and launch expert.  Together with his wife Cyndi, he set up Gain the Edge, a leading sales consultancy that has helped dozens of entrepreneurs to achieve huge success in their product launches, driving sales, and surpassing goals and expectations.Jim Padilla didn't have a great start in life. He experienced an abusive childhood and ended up in jail when he was in his teens, yet he turned his life around and went on to become an accomplished entrepreneur and renowned sales consultant. And he credits much of this to his partnership with Cyndi. Like any JV partnership, they have brought complimentary strengths into their relationship and it has helped them to thrive. "I'm the visionary. I'm the strategy guy. I think bigger than everybody. And I'm always looking for ways to monetize this opportunity or make this work or find the path forward to get to the outcome. And Cyndi is fantastic leading the team and getting stuff done...It feels like we have done a hundred years of growth in the last decade".Catch these highlights from our discussion:>> Jim’s inspiring story of how he turned his life around - He grew up in abusive environment, in foster care at 13, in gangs at 16, and in jail by 19  >> Jim's journey to entrepreneurship - he had to 100 jobs in the early years of his working life, and it eventually spurred him into his sales career.   >> His first joint venture partner.... a client who didn’t want to a pay their bill! >> The impact of going into partnership with his wife? Their communication has never been better, and their marriage has never been stronger!  >> The difference between being a “boy” entrepreneur and a grown-up entrepreneur – “most salespeople calculate ROI with a stopwatch instead of with a calendar. If they just stayed the course, it would have happened!”   >> Jim describes the basic ground rules for working with your spouse - never discuss the D word!  >> Jim describes the division of labor with his wife. She’s the visionary….great at leading teams, he’s the strategy guy>> Being an entrepreneur can be lonely. Jim’s harrowing story of how he had to grow up coping by himself and how he had to learn to be vulnerable to others >> Jim’s lesson for entrepreneurs, be willing to do it alone, but be fully prepared, because you can’t do it alone. No one looks like they need help, until they raise their hand. Even though you’re alone as an entrepreneur, you never have to be scared to ask for help. Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Cyndi and Jim Padilla's website➡️ Connect with Jim Padilla on LinkedInConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

When we think of successful entrepreneurs, we often imagine them as solitary figures, "going it alone."  In fact, so many of the JV partners I meet tell me that growing their business is a lonely journey. But here’s the truth: you can't scale a business by working alone. Barry Shore learnt this lesson when he was just 9 years old. He launched his first business shoveling snow from dozens of driveways—not by working alone, but by partnering with his friends. Around the same time he started his business, his father revealed a simple yet profound insight: the word "B U S I N E S S" places the "U" before the "I." The message was clear—when you prioritize others ("you") and offer value, what you need ("I") will naturally follow. That principle has guided Barry ever since. Known as the “Ambassador of JOY”, Barry Shore is a mental health activist, philanthropist, serial entrepreneur, speaker, author and former quadriplegic who inspires millions with his Joy of Living podcast. He is also the Founder of EinsteinCares.com, whose Mission is to Give $1 Billion dollars to Charity without costing any Giver a penny. In this episode, Barry shares his formula for successful living, and what helped him to recover from almost complete paralysis…. his unwavering belief that you can never fail.  Catch these highlights from our discussion.... >> The three biggest lessons Barry learned from starting his very first business >> The most important word every entrepreneur needs to know…Hint: It starts with “N” >> Why everyone should think like an entrepreneur, even if they’re an employee >> The remarkable story of how Barry bounced back from almost total paralysis, he now swims 2 miles a day, 6 days a week! >> The most important quote that Barry learned during his career ….  “You can’t fail” – And how he’s been living by this motto for over 60 years >> His latest partnership?– Teaming up with 18,000 brands who will make a donation to a charity of your choice without it costing you a pennyAnd much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Barry Shore's website and podcast➡️ Connect with Barry Shore on LinkedIn➡️ Barry's New Einstein Cares InitiativeConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

When we think of a "successful entrepreneur", the image that often comes to mind is a bright young 20 something business owner in jeans and t-shirt. Think about young Bill Gates (Microsoft), Mark Zuckerberg (Facebook), and Evan Spiegel (Snapchat).  The reality is often very different.  After two divorces and going broke three times, Rennie Gabriel had hit rock bottom at age 50.  But just eight years later, he was a multi-millionaire with the freedom to choose whether he wanted to work or not.  So what was the secret to his success?  #1 has been financial education.  But tied very closely to that has been his partnership with others.  “When I look over my history, the businesses that were successful and the businesses that were a failure, the failures were when I was solo, and the successful ones where when I had partners”.  Today Rennie is a highly sought after financial coach who work with financial professionals, entrepreneurs, coaches, authors and speakers. His is author of the #1 best-selling book, Wealth on Any Income, which teaches effective money management skills from both an emotional and practical standpoint. In this week’s podcast, Rennie shares the highs and the lows of his entrepreneurial journey, and demonstrates why partnerships are crucial—not just with those outside your business, but within your team as well.Catch these highlights from our discussion.... >> How Rennie went broke three times before finally succeeding. Listen to his inspiring journey  >>Why building a business is a team sport, not a solo endeavor. Discover how an $18,000 investment turned into $125,000 through partnerships  >> How Debtors Anonymous taught Rennie to handle money….by pairing him with financial experts  >> Understand the key difference between being rich and being wealthy—rich is visible, but often fleeting  >> Why the difference between success and failure often hinges on whether you're going solo or working with partners  >> Why excelling in business doesn’t require you to be an expert at everything. Rennie’s success came from focusing on execution while his partner drove the vision And much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Rennie Gabriel's website➡️ Rennie Gabriel's TEDx talk➡️ Rennie Gabriel's #1 bestselling book➡️ Connect to Rennie Gabriel on LinkedInConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again   ➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter➡️ Danny’s Get JV Ready in Just 5 Days Bootcamp

Who do you think are your best JV partners? You can start by looking for other businesses whose audiences are aligned with yours, who share your values, and who have offers that compliment yours.  Better still are the partners who know you personally. E.g. Friends, suppliers, your networking group. They are part of your community, they have previous experience of working with you. They can vouch for you.  But the best partners of all? Your existing clients.  Meet Joanna Lindenbaum founder of the Applied Depth Institute, and my special guest on this week’s ‘Power of Two’ podcast.  Joanna teaches master level facilitation and coaching skills to coaches, healers, therapists and speakers so they can respond powerfully & effectively to the issues their clients bring to them. When Joanna is looking to get new clients, she knows exactly who to talk to.... As Joanna explained to me, “Your clients know you better than anyone, but if you want them to refer business to you, you need to  make sure they are your raving fans”.  For 20 years Joanna has cultivated a very loyal client base, leading numerous retreats, workshops, and trainings, impacting thousands both in the US and globally. But you can’t just sit back and wait for clients to refer business to you, you need a reliable, repeatable process to get them to promote you.  This is  exactly what Joanna has created.  During our discussion, Joanna shares her secret sauce for turning her raving fans (aka her clients) into her best JV partners, and reveals a hidden benefit of JVs that's about so much more than just business.  Catch these highlights from our discussion.... >> Proactively ask your clients to promote you, don’t wait for them to do it >> Why clients and those who know you well make such great JV partners >> How to go about asking clients to support you >> One major benefit of clients promoting you? – they don’t expect you to reciprocate! >> How to ensure that clients promote you in a way that’s reliable and repeatable  >> Why JV partnerships are so much more than just getting new business >> The hidden benefit of JV partnerships….they also boost your confidence! And much more!Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Joanna Lindenbaum's website➡️ Joanna's Youtube channel➡️ Coaching Revolution Facebook Group➡️ Coaching Revolution PodcastConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:➡️ Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again   ➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter

Would you partner with a business that has never done a Joint Venture before?For Simone Vincenzi, it’s a definite yes. In fact, it’s his entire business model, and he’s my special guest on “The Power Two” podcast. Simone Vincenzi is a multi-award winning serial entrepreneur and author who has helped his clients to launch more than 500 profitable businesses before he reached the age of 30 with his company GTeX. Simone saw the potential of JVs early in his entrepreneurial career, going to every free event imaginable, connecting with other speakers, inviting them to speak at his events, and asking them to promote the events they were speaking at. Over just 5 years, he organized 1,000 events, and since then he has never looked back. But the biggest game changer for him?Finding JV partners who have never done a partnership beforeSimone collaborates with co-working spaces, professional associations, even software companies. They have proven to be his best partners, and they don’t even ask for reciprocation!In this week's podcast, Simone demonstrates why newbie partners have been such a win for him, and they can be a game changer for you too. Catch these highlights from our discussion.... >> How he grew his event business, by inviting speakers to promote his events>> How he successfully transitioned from in person events to online events during COVID, with only 3 cancellations! >> The power of “co-opetition”. Simone would attend other events in order to collect email addresses, and would allow other event organisers to come to this events to the do the same >> Why Simone loves to partner with businesses who have not done partnerships before >> How Simone goes about finding new partners - Hint - Start with the people you already work with!>> Knowing when NOT to partner with someone>> Simone’s advice on how to go about collaborating with a new partner? - Hint: start small!>> How to get started if you’re new to JVs ...and much more.Here are some useful resources from our interview:➡️ Simone Vincenzi's website ➡️ Simone Vincenzi on LinkedIn Connect to the host, Danny Bermant: ➡️ Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again    ➡️ Connect to Danny on LinkedIn ➡️ Connect to Danny on Facebook ➡️ Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter

Rahti Gorfien is a certified life coach and ADHD coach.  For over 20 years, she has been helping creative professionals, many of whom are neurodivergent, focus, follow through and make money doing what they love.  But her original career was in a very different space.  At just 4 years of age, Rahti knew she wanted to be a performer. And after graduating NYUs Acting Program in 1978, she went on to pursue a career in Theater for thirty years, during which she was also professional standup comic, originated many roles off-off Broadway, and wrote several plays, one of which was included in Backstage's listing of the best plays of 2004.    Then in the mid 1990s, she began forming and facilitating peer support groups for her own professional accountability as a theatre artist. These groups were the gateway to her becoming a trained and certified professional coach.  She now facilitates the very same peer support groups for her coaching clients, helping them to become accountable and follow through on their goals.   As an artist, Rahti discovered that acting is a collaborating endeavour. You can’t produce a play alone.   But the same principle applies to business. To quote Rahti, “Working in isolation doesn’t work. You need to get out and meet people!” In this podcast, Rahti looks back at her career in acting and reflects on how it has influenced the way she partners with others: >> What it’s like to partner with your life partner -  one of her earliest partnerships was with her husband…on the stand-up comedy circuit! >> What applies to acting applies to business …. Entrepreneurship can be lonely. You need a support group behind you >> How accountability partners have propelled both Rahti and her clients to success >> How Rahti’s business blew up….through a partnership with her business coach >> Joint ventures are so much more than just promoting each other online. Rahti now collaborates with partners in person >> If you can’t find the right JV partners – create your own networking group – Rahti set up her own meetup for those working in the creative industries>> Rahti’s controversial messages to our listeners – if you want to meet partners, get out of the house, COVID is over! ...and much more.>> Rahti Gorfien’s website  >> Rahti Gorfien on LinkedIn >> Rahti Gorfien’s new book, The Five Emotions That Stop Success in Coaches, Clients, and CreativesConnect to the host, Danny Bermant:  >> Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again  >> Connect to Danny on LinkedIn >> Connect to Danny on Facebook >> Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter 

Heather Pearce Campbell is a warrior mama, nature lover, and dedicated attorney and legal coach for world-changing entrepreneurs. Based in Seattle, she is mom to two little, wild munchkins, and founder of Pearce Law PLLC, home to her legal practice.  She is also the creator of The Legal Website Warrior, an online business that provides legal education and support to information entrepreneurs (coaches, consultants, online educators, speakers & authors) around the U.S. and the world. In 2002 Heather made the choice to launch her own legal practice straight out of law school, something unheard of at the time.  It was shortly after 9/11, the worst period in 30 years to be graduating, and she had zero connections in the legal field.  Yet she rapidly built up a thriving business by cultivating relationships with other leading attorneys who were only too happy to refer cases to her.   In this podcast, she reveals the secret sauce behind her success: >> Don’t be scared to reach out to others in your industry and ask for help... Even from total strangers  >> The secret to generating perfect fit referrals for your business, Hint: A little bit of research ahead of a meeting can go a long way  >> Having a network of experts on speed dial. How Heather’s JV partners offer her so much more than just referrals >> How JV partnerships have turned out to be a great time saver, essential for any overstretched business owner >> How her parent’s values – her father’s love of entrepreneurship and her mom’s love of life has influenced how she runs her business  >> How to build a complex JV network even with the most system tools. Heather did it all with Excel!>> Why being shy is no hindrance to networking with others in your industry ...and much more. Resources mentioned in this podcast:  >> Heather’s Legal Basics Bootcamp>> The Legal Website Warrior Website >> Heather’s Law Firm Pearce Law, PLLC  >> Heather’s Guts, Grit and Great Business Podcast Connect to the host, Danny Bermant: >> Discover Danny’s Simple 3-Step Method for Creating JV Partnerships That Deliver Perfect-Fit Leads For Your Business Again and Again  >> Connect to Danny on LinkedIn >> Connect to Danny on Facebook >> Danny’s Joint Venture Mastery Newsletter