Systems of Scale

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode of Systems of Scale, I sit down with Elie Bouzaglou, founder of Fish Tank, to explore how startup fundraising is changing and why the next generation of founders may be judged less by pitch decks and more by their ability to build in public.Elie makes the case that access to capital should be more open, more visible, and more connected to real market validation.We talk about why traditional fundraising often fails founders without credentials or warm intros, how founder-led content is becoming a serious go-to-market signal, and why Fish Tank is being built as a platform where entrepreneurs can share, refine, and fund their ideas in public.We also explore the shift from the engineer-founder archetype to the content creator-founder archetype, why public feedback matters, and how failure becomes part of the process when you are building something meaningful.Watch the full conversation to understand how Fish Tank is rethinking startup funding, founder visibility, and the future of entrepreneurship.===============Elie’s Links:- Website: https://www.fishtank.vc/- LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/elie-bouzaglo- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FishTank.vc===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:35 Introduce Elie02:34 Exploring investors06:15 Question validation12:07 Unpack fundraising17:01 Exploring evolution19:27 Discuss content23:25 Ask feedback28:15 Revisit fundraising31:53 Discuss entrepreneurship35:39 Explore pressure38:05 Ask launch39:49 Elie’s vision41:17 Billboard Message

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode of Systems of Scale, I sit down with Omar Zenhom to unpack why the traditional “safe path” may carry more risk than most people realize.Omar shares why entrepreneurship forces real personal growth, how taking action creates clarity, and why thinking too long can become its own form of avoidance.We also get into the role AI is playing in making business creation more accessible, why the first sale teaches lessons no course can fully replicate, and how founders should think about painful problems, margins, and value creation.This conversation is a direct look at what it actually takes to move from theory into action.===============Omar’s Links:- Website: https://omarzenhom.com/- Website: https://100mba.net/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omarzenhom- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ozenhom- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omarzenhom/- YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@100mba===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 I Open00:42 I Ask Risk04:09 Omar Pushes Back07:45 I Discuss Time11:13 Omar Explains Failure16:52 We Discuss AI23:37 Omar Shares Start28:09 I Ask Process31:04 Omar Explains Sales38:08 We Study Apple41:13 Omar’s Billboard43:09 I Close

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, I sit down with Daryl Urbanski to unpack what separates businesses that grow consistently from businesses that keep trapping the founder inside the day-to-day work.Daryl walks through the eight critical success factors behind predictable growth, including market intelligence, strategic planning, marketing, sales, money management, operations, and business intelligence.We also get into why founder dependency becomes such a common bottleneck, how to think about offer standardization, and why the customer journey is often the best place to diagnose what is really holding a business back.Toward the end, we explore freedom, entrepreneurship, client execution, and how business owners can build something that creates value without becoming another form of indentured servitude.===============Daryl’s Links:- Website: https://darylurbanski.com/- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/darylurbanski- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealDarylUrbanski/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@skillsforsuccess- YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DarylUrbanskiHero Habit App:https://sales.bestbusinesscoach.ca/1-for-30-days-hh-trial-2025/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Intro Setup 01:03 Growth Difference 05:28 Market First 11:41 Success Factors 16:15 Founder Bottleneck 23:19 Finding Constraints 27:03 Quarterly Planning 33:19 Measuring Performance 36:39 Marketing Engine 43:29 Business Freedom 57:47 Execution Gap 01:02:15 Final Question

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, I sit down with Stan Gibson to explore what it really means to live with intention.We talked about the moment a friend’s cancer diagnosis changed Stan’s view of life, why so many people drift through their days, and how identity, affirmations, and self-awareness shape the future we create.Stan breaks down the neuroscience behind intentional living, the five key areas he helps clients improve, and why a clear internal framework matters more than vague ambition.We also discuss grief, purpose, relationships, and how to stop postponing the life you actually want.This conversation is a thoughtful look at how to move from drift to design.===============Stan’s Links:- Website: https://www.stangibsonspeaks.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stangibsonspeaks/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stankgibson- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stangibsonLiving A Rich And Intentional Life:https://www.amazon.com/Living-Rich-Intentional-Life-Gibson/dp/B08NMD828RStan’s Free Tools:https://leadwithstan.com/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 I introduce Stan00:24 Death changed life03:46 I ask memento05:21 Intentionality explained neuroscience10:47 I ask why12:24 Brain changes behavior15:13 Cancer grief perspective18:00 Five life areas20:04 I discuss ikigai21:49 I map process25:01 90 day strategy26:57 Life out balance27:40 Therefore I must30:00 One more day33:30 Book and tools34:51 Why write book38:22 AI and meaning40:53 Service creates wealth42:10 Billboard question42:54 Powerful beyond measure

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, I sat down with Kelly Roach to unpack what actually drives business growth when a company starts to plateau.Kelly explains why so many founders get stuck by focusing inward instead of staying market facing, and why the most effective CEOs keep returning to the basic fundamentals rather than chasing more tactics.We also explored Kelly’s concept of conviction marketing, how category leadership is built by solving the gaps others ignore, and why trust has become one of the most important forces shaping buying behavior today.Our conversation also covers activation over activity, the role of feedback loops in building useful offers, and why simplicity matters when trying to improve client execution.This is a practical episode for founders who want clearer growth decisions, stronger positioning, and more consistent business momentum.===============Kelly’s Links:- Website: https://kellyroachinternational.com/- Website: https://www.thebusinessadvisory.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KellyRoachThe Miracle Hour Book:https://www.themiraclehourbook.com/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Intro Setup00:35 Revenue Drivers03:50 Strategy Hopping08:23 Market Facing11:25 Highest Best16:14 Conviction Marketing21:33 Category Creation23:55 Coaching Gap25:20 Trust Recession29:21 AI Hype35:19 Execution Gap37:18 Miracle Hour40:27 Outreach Simplicity42:25 Feedback Loops45:12 Billboard Message

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============What if the real skill we need in an AI-driven world is not just technical fluency, but the ability to stay grounded, responsive, and clear under pressure?In this episode, I sat down with Sara Nakamura to explore her concept of adaptive intelligence, what she calls “the other AI.” We unpacked how sensory awareness, emotional regulation, critical thinking, and body-based awareness help people navigate fast-moving change without slipping into reactive mode.Sara also shares the personal story behind her work, how burnout and emotional overload often show up behind the scenes for high performers, and why sustainable performance starts with self-awareness, not just strategy.Our conversation looks closely at what it actually takes to stay steady in high-stakes environments and lead from a more regulated place.If you work in fast-changing environments, lead a team, or want to perform at a high level without sacrificing your well-being, this episode will give you a more grounded framework for thinking about growth, resilience, and change.===============Sara’s Links:- Website: https://stressxpert.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-nakamura-bctmb- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sara_stressxpert/Stressed Out And Don’t Know What to Do?: https://www.amazon.com/Stressed-Out-Dont-Know-What/dp/B0BNV4M7WVFree Gift:https://freegiftfromsara.com/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Intro Setup01:35 Defining Adaptive Intelligence02:20 Adaptive vs Resilience03:27 Reactive Mode04:48 Adaptation In Practice06:49 Adaptive Intelligence Components09:24 Building Self-Regulation10:59 Sara’s Backstory14:08 Internal Wellbeing Matters18:06 Stillness And Performance22:06 Regulation In Real Time27:37 Awareness Before Change29:27 Bringing This To Teams32:03 Organizational Transformation Process35:57 Sara’s Free Gift38:56 Billboard Message40:18 Create Wow Moments

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, I sat down with Lindsay Friedman to explore what separates a clever idea from a business that can actually work.Lindsay shares the hard lessons she learned from early ventures that lacked true market fit, and how those lessons shaped the companies she later built in long-term care.Our conversation unpacks product-market fit, monetization, founder motivation, and the role of genuine care in building something meaningful.We also explored how founders should think about customer value, sales cycles, and launching before a product feels perfect.This is a grounded conversation about building with real market understanding instead of just chasing interesting ideas.===============Lindsay’s Links:- Website: https://ltcarenav.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfriedman1- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ltcarenav/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LTCareNav- The Caregiver’s Compass Podcast: https://ltcarenav.com/caregiver-compass===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Opening context00:27 Lindsay's background03:05 Early company lessons04:00 Understanding the market05:51 Two company model07:14 Why ideas fail10:34 Passion and market14:14 Designing with dignity15:00 Building CareBloom thoughtfully17:58 Long-term care planning19:44 Ethical monetization model21:01 Profit versus impact24:30 The go-giver mindset26:29 Growth and scaling29:12 Hardware sales cycles32:09 Better product discussion36:23 MVP and validation40:53 Entrepreneurship and AI44:40 Billboard message

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============Most founders think their content is the problem.But in many cases, the real issue is what happens after the content gets someone’s attention.In this conversation, Cora breaks down why content alone rarely drives growth without the right backend system, conversion path, and nurture process behind it. She explains how messaging, audience specificity, belief shifting, and offer clarity all work together to turn attention into qualified leads and sales.Cora and I also unpacked the role of PMBs, stages of awareness, long-term nurture, and why improving the actual offer is often a more powerful growth lever than simply creating more content.If your content is getting seen but not producing consistent business results, this episode will help you see what is likely missing.===============Cora’s Links:- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cora-annadale-b0639819a- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cora.annadale/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cora.annadale/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Content Problem00:24 Backend System01:36 Funnel Breakdown03:36 Business Ecosystem05:43 Nurture Strategy06:21 Value Delivery07:21 Belief Rewiring08:57 Client Process10:04 Messaging Strategy11:37 Audience Specificity14:32 Demand Matrix18:56 PMB Framework24:32 Awareness Stages27:21 Lead Nurture29:42 Marketing Lever31:31 Better Offer33:33 Quick Wins34:54 Sales Expectations38:51 Live Congruently

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode of Systems of Scale, Ian Gatzke sits down with Bob Burg to unpack what real influence actually is and why it has less to do with pressure and more to do with trust.Bob explains the difference between persuasion and manipulation, why listening is central to understanding value, and how sales has shifted as buyers have become more informed and more skeptical of outdated tactics.The conversation also explores why genuine concern for the other person is not just ethical, but commercially effective.If you care about selling in a way that builds trust, creates better outcomes, and leads to stronger long-term relationships, this episode will give you a clear framework for thinking about influence differently.===============Bob’s Links:- Website: https://burg.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobburg- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realbobburg/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/burgbob/Bob’s Books:https://burg.com/books/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 - Intro00:13 - Influence Defined03:11 - Creating Pull05:29 - Persuasion Vs Manipulation09:16 - Changing Sales14:29 - Why Listening18:07 - Sales Questions21:17 - Walking Away23:02 - Billboard Question24:37 - Living Practically

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, I sat down with Katherine Tuominen to explore what real thought leadership actually requires, and why it cannot be reduced to shortcuts, soundbites, or AI-generated content.We unpack how founders can identify the deeper threads in their personal and professional story, then turn those insights into a clear framework, message, and market position.Katherine shares how her team helps founders uncover the through line behind their expertise, translate it into a coherent narrative, and build a more holistic communication ecosystem around it.Our conversation also expands into ethical marketing, long-term credibility, and why improving the product itself may be the most important lever for growing a business.This is a strong episode for founders who want to build visibility in a way that is durable, honest, and structurally sound.===============Katherine’s Links:- Website: https://catalystbrandstrategy.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-tuominen- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinetuominen/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Intro And Setup01:19 Defining Thought Leadership05:17 Finding Personal Threads10:18 Katherine's Story15:02 Holistic Marketing Systems18:10 Why Product Matters22:48 Ideal Client Profile24:05 Measuring Real Impact27:10 Choosing One Channel29:54 Catalyst Vision33:23 Long Term Credibility35:48 Billboard Message

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this conversation, Jay Samit breaks down why reinvention is not something that happens by accident, but something people can design with intention.He explains how AI is reshaping the labor market, why most people will be replaced by someone using AI better than they are, and how disruption can become an opening rather than a dead end.We also explore the practical structure of a second act, from identifying meaningful problems to building around your unique experience, purpose, and strengths.Along the way, Jay shares stories about entrepreneurship, aging, mentorship, digital guidance, and the role of purpose in both longevity and meaningful work.This episode is a deep look at how people can navigate change, create value, and design a more intentional next chapter.===============Jay’s Links:- Website: https://jaysamit.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaysamit- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaysamit- TikTok: https://twitter.com/jaysamitOrder The Second Act Advantage Book: https://amzn.to/4rMxvHm===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:0:00 Intro1:22 Reinvention Framework8:03 Problem Identification11:59 Digital Mentorship17:43 Motivation And Purpose23:46 Opportunity Recognition30:27 Entrepreneurship Mindset33:08 Longevity Basics39:23 Ikigai And Reading44:41 Personalized Guidance47:37 Second Act Community50:33 Final Billboard

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============What happens when your life forces a reset and the story you tell about it becomes the thing keeping you stuck?In this episode, author Jeanette Harrison joins Systems of Scale to talk about identity after disruption, the moment she realized she was dealing with PTSD (not just anxiety), and the practical tools she used to rebuild from multiple major life shifts.We also unpack a trap that shows up for a lot of high-functioning people: rehearsing the struggle story long after the crisis is over, and how to flip that narrative into proof, progress, and self-trust.In this episode, we cover:Identity shifts after life resetsPTSD vs anxiety, and recognizing the differenceTools that helped: therapy, meditation, journaling, and “empty chair” processingBreaking assumptions and unhelpful internal narrativesLetting go of the struggle story without denying what happenedIncremental steps that rebuild confidence and capacityWhy walking became a body-mind reset and emotional release===============Jeanette’s Links:- Website: https://www.howhealthcareworks.net/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanetteharrisonmph- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJeanetteHarrison/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jrharrison2014/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Starting the show01:01 Identity resets impact06:29 Stress and DNA08:11 PTSD realization moment10:40 Recovery tools overview18:03 Empty chair therapy19:58 Struggle story trap23:40 Reframing to proof25:30 Workshop and worksheet32:56 Walking as anchor38:02 Small wins matter41:52 Billboard message

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============Build Your Own Systems Assistant GPT Guide:https://www.canva.com/design/DAHCWkW_9Ng/9VjJUKuJ-_X5ueaPmlbWhw/edit?utm_content=DAHCWkW_9Ng&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton===============What does it actually look like to build a career where every move compounds instead of competing for your attention?In this conversation, Julia Hurley unpacks how to grow a personal brand by starting with one core capability, then expanding into adjacent offers, relationships, and income streams that reinforce each other.We also get into delegation, systems, networking with purpose, and why long-term growth depends less on flashy tactics and more on consistency, clarity, and structure.For coaches, mentors, consultants, and info-product founders, this episode is a practical look at how real leverage gets built over time.If you are trying to turn expertise into a durable business, this one gives you a strong operating model.===============Julia’s Links:- Website: https://linktr.ee/thejuliahurley- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliahurley- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TheJuliaHurley- YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJuliaHurley===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 - Cold Open00:37 - Career Compounding04:18 - Build Bench07:11 - Super Connector14:27 - Purposeful Networking20:03 - Build Systems25:50 - Real Estate33:22 - Athlete Management40:31 - NIL Support Model51:52 - Do Your Best

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, Ian sits down with Dr. Kevin Mays to explore why leadership breakdowns often start beneath the surface, inside the hidden patterns, assumptions, and emotional defaults that shape how we lead.Kevin explains his framework for self-leadership, including the difference between the “robot brain,” presence, awareness, intention, and vision.They unpack how these internal patterns affect delegation, performance, culture, and business growth, and why many founders hit a ceiling when they fail to evolve their leadership alongside their company.This is a deep conversation on how to lead yourself first so you can lead others more effectively.===============Dr. May’s Links:- Website: https://maysleadership.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kevin-mays-3b893210/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maysleadership/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maysleadership/- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maysleadership- YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@maysleadership5398Lead Yourself First Book:https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Yourself-First-Achievers-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0GK9K9GQC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1VOE3OVNN6ZJG&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9q7Utsb1gk7w1kBVSq5QxJ188Fjql7ZCiFhOEsi7PGE.xzE9OZj_fOJbvtZTazKCOzE219fYi8c3Mg6KRDU7_gw&dib_tag=se&keywords=lead+yourself+first+kevin+mays&qid=1771463076&sprefix=lead+yourself+first+kevin+mays%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-1===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Recording Setup01:22 Robot Brain06:16 Pattern Awareness14:02 Business Outcomes21:15 Leadership Growth26:40 Mental Rehearsal36:47 Awareness Practices42:08 Vision Design51:22 Evolve Intentionally55:16 Final Billboard

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, Kathryn Eipl breaks down how self-doubt, self-sabotage, and nervous system dysregulation can quietly shape the way people think, act, and move through life.She explains the structure behind her NeuroResonance Method, a process that blends cognitive behavioral work, energy work, and sound healing to help clients uncover the beliefs and stored experiences driving unwanted patterns.The conversation explores how limiting beliefs are formed, how they can be challenged, and what it looks like to create change that feels both personal and durable.Kathryn also shares her own story of leaving a misaligned career, working through substance dependence, and building a method rooted in the kind of support she could not find herself.It is a grounded conversation about healing, structure, and what it takes to create real internal change.===============Kathryn’s Links:- Website: https://eiplhealing.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-eipl/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eiplhealing- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eiplhealing- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eiplhealingThoughts Tracker Workbook: https://eipl-healing.involve.me/thoughts-tracker===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Cold Open01:22 Method Overview03:25 Personalized Process06:05 Sound Healing09:17 Founder Self-Doubt15:22 Inner Parts18:47 Processing Tools23:17 Intentional Change28:23 Tech Interruption40:02 Scaling Personalization45:54 Kathryn’s Story56:25 Life Alignment1:01:38 Breaking Point1:07:50 Be Kind

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============Dr. Patrice J. Carter breaks down what it actually takes to go from “I think I’m called to coach” to running a real coaching business.We unpack how she structures Breakpoint Coaching Collective as a 12-week transformation that builds the coach and the business in parallel, including why she gets students coaching early instead of hiding behind branding work.Patrice also clarifies a key distinction many new coaches miss: coaching vs. mentoring, and why asking and listening is the real skill.We talk about niche selection, the fear of “too many coaches,” and how community and accountability close the execution gap inside any program.If you’re serious about starting a coaching business, this episode is a clean reminder: stop overthinking and start.===============Dr. Patrice J. Carter’s Links:- YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrPatriceJCarter- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpatricecarter- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patrice.s.carter/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:35 12-week journey overview02:52 Start coaching early05:09 Niche from past07:27 Money not enough09:52 Betting on yourself13:04 Do it scared17:11 Mission and niche28:48 Faith and business39:11 What sets apart43:08 Community drives completion48:45 Stop overthinking, just jump

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In 2009, Mickey Lyles experienced a moment that forced a permanent shift in how he sees life, work, and responsibility. After losing his father unexpectedly, he discovered there was no safety net, no inheritance, and no one coming to rescue him.That moment became the foundation for his core message: no one’s coming, stop waiting, start building.In this episode, Mickey breaks down how that mindset changes the way entrepreneurs make decisions, why many founders accidentally “own a job,” and what it looks like to build a business that creates real margin, real leverage, and real freedom.We also get tactical on scaling: reverse-engineering KPIs, using employee scorecards without micromanaging, hiring past the fear of “what if it doesn’t work,” and designing incentives that actually drive outcomes.What you’ll learn:The 2009 moment that reshaped Mickey’s worldviewWhy “no one’s coming” is the foundation of extreme ownershipHow to choose the right business “vehicle” for your goalsThe Time, Money, Control framework for decision-makingWhy revenue can lie, and why margin matters moreHow to scale without becoming the bottleneckScorecards + KPIs that create accountability without micromanagementThe traits Mickey sees in the most successful entrepreneurs===============Mickey’s Links:- Website: https://mickeylyles.com- Website: https://immeasura.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickey-lyles- YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MickeyLylesImmeasura===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Minimal intro start00:59 Defining moment 200905:13 Belief shapes decisions08:59 Business vehicle fit13:01 Roadmap planning horizons16:32 Time money control19:10 Million dollars realization22:09 Time matters most24:16 Savings not security27:18 Reinvestment fear hurdle30:58 Reverse engineer KPIs36:29 From job scaling40:45 Scorecards not micromanage48:38 Traits of winners51:39 Billboard core message52:42 Closing remarks wrap

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============John Prather explains how he uses AI and leverage to build multiple income streams while still working a full-time job.We cover the real mechanics behind leverage, mentorship, and building an online business, plus the execution problem most programs ignore: people buy, but they do not implement.If you’re trying to build an online business, start a side income stream, or use AI to launch faster, this episode gives you a clear model to follow.===============John’s Links:- Website:https://johnprather1.com/- Plug & Profit Guide: https://bit.ly/plugprofitguide- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-prather-318b2b102/- All Social Media Platforms: @johnprather_1===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:01 Podcast influences00:43 Leverage realization01:13 Assets vs hours02:16 Four leverage types03:47 Network marketing leverage04:10 Mentorship origins07:08 Start business steps11:07 Mentorship impact14:01 Mentor definition19:30 AI funnel model30:00 Luck and timing44:03 Billboard message

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, Ian sits down with JV Crum III to unpack what it actually means to run a conscious business without drifting into vague language.JV breaks consciousness into three practical lenses: awareness, visionary insight, and values-driven sustainability, then ties them back to one foundational skill: presence.From there, he shares a simple 3-step flow formula (be present, be open, let it feel authentic) and explains why “surrendering control” is often the hidden lever behind better decisions, better timing, and better outcomes.The conversation also explores intuition as a pattern you can learn to recognize, plus how JV thinks about ultra performance as an iterative loop of mindset, strategy, and execution.If you’ve ever felt like your plans are solid but reality keeps rewriting the schedule, this is a framework-first way to work with the uncertainty instead of fighting it.===============JV Crum’s Links:- Website: https://consciousmillionaire.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jvcrum- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jvcrum===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Conscious business lens01:00 Defining consciousness04:05 3-step flow formula09:00 Meditation and presence16:45 Intuition patterns22:15 Surrender to flow32:05 Planning vs flow41:10 Ultra performance loop46:15 Why new book52:40 Live true journey

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============What happens when a video production agency stops “figuring it out as we go” and builds repeatable systems for hiring and pre-production using custom AI assistants?In this episode, Jake Cross (Owner, Uncharted Film Co.) breaks down two real implementations:A Hiring Assistant that helps define the role, write job descriptions, create onboarding plans, scorecards, KPIs, and a “daily winning formula”A Pre-Production Assistant that compiles call notes and transcripts into a creative brief, then supports scripts, shot lists, storyboards, and interview questions aligned to the agency’s voiceIf you run an agency or service business, this is a practical blueprint for using AI to:save time on tedious backend workimprove candidate qualitycreate consistent project handoffsmake delegation easier with clear protocols===============Feel free to experiment with the tools that I built for Jake and his team:Hiring Assistant GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68bb531b83108191868b6b8bb1b2a9c3-uncharted-film-co-hiring-assistantPre-Production Assistant GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68eeb8766b648191a7a3bd2bba27bfe5-uncharted-film-co-pre-production-assistant===============Jake’s Links:- Website: https://www.unchartedfilmco.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-cross-27547ab1- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnchartedFilmCo/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Intro and context00:57 Meet Jake Cross01:11 Two AI assistants01:52 Time constraint explained03:49 Hiring before system04:18 Role blueprint built06:49 Pre-production challenge08:15 Creative brief workflow08:45 Scripts shots storyboards11:28 Better candidate quality13:32 Why outside help14:47 Build process overview16:51 Hiring system today18:09 Pre-production before after19:32 Scale without quality20:23 Hard becomes easy23:22 Founder time leverage25:27 Who should use31:53 Custom vs ChatGPT34:31 Protocols remove prompting34:55 Wrap and thanks

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============Autonomy is not something you stumble into, it is something you design.In this episode, Brandon Fluharty shares his “Autonomy Architecture” framework, and why many high performers accidentally trade freedom for status, promotions, and lifestyle inflation.We break down Brandon’s MAP system (Mindset, Abilities, Progress), including the three stages of a career: Learn, Earn, and Evolve.We also dig into calendar ownership, financial runway, optionality, and how sales can be the fastest corporate vehicle to build real freedom.If you want a life you actually own, this is your roadmap.===============Brandon's Link- Website: https://www.brandonfluharty.com- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonfluharty===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Autonomy is designed00:19 Traps of success04:20 MAP framework overview09:20 Learn Earn Evolve13:54 Corporate vs freedom20:38 Rewrite the roadmap27:42 Sales as training32:39 Defining “enough”45:46 Execution gap solved53:51 Billboard takeaway

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============What if your execution problems are not a systems problem at all?Zach Price breaks down why founders burn out when they try to fix performance at the behavior level, without addressing the identity and beliefs underneath it.We unpack how failure becomes a self reinforcing story, how self judgment quietly drains momentum, and how curiosity can interrupt the spiral.Zach shares a simple framework for finding what you actually want, plus a practical way to design habits, goals, and even business growth around alignment instead of pressure.If you have ever blamed your tools, routines, or discipline, this conversation will help you look at the real bottleneck.===============Zach's Link- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/impulsetoimpact- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pricez_right/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:32 Identity drives execution03:48 Rebuilding self identity06:48 Judgment vs curiosity11:18 Fix your scorecard19:24 What do you want29:15 Failure is story43:03 Business that fits51:55 Closing execution gap1:02:42 Billboard message

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============What separates leaders who scale from leaders who stay stuck?In this episode, business coach and former pro sports executive Matt Bresee breaks down the art of letting go, and why delegation is not just a time saver, it is a leadership skill that unlocks unstoppable business growth.We talk about what professional sports teaches about performance under pressure, why capable leaders still plateau, and how real growth requires the right tempo, not more hustle. Matt shares practical frameworks for planning, focus, and delegation with purpose, plus the mindset shift required to stop being the bottleneck and start multiplying leaders.If you want to scale without burning out, this episode is your blueprint.Key Takeaways- The best leaders take ownership when things go wrong, and share credit when things go right- Growth comes from focus, clarity, and systems, not adding more tasks- Open-door leadership often creates dependency and kills deep work- Delegation is a leadership development tool, not a task dump- Unstoppable growth happens when leaders multiply other leaders===============Matt's Link- Website: https://mattbresee.actioncoach.com- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbresee/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights01:46 Matt’s background: sports leadership to business coaching02:23 Lessons from pro sports that shape business leadership08:16 Coach vs business leader: what’s actually different11:19 What separates great coaches: consistency and the “boring work”18:34 Tempo of growth: patience, planning, and small wins23:06 Planning as a filter: what to say yes to and what to drop36:46 Why capable leaders get stuck: availability, control, and letting go46:10 Multiplying leadership: delegation with purpose and feedback loops54:02 Closing the execution gap: why accountability drives follow-through01:00:35 Billboard advice: “Win today.”

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============Most coaches think money is the reason they cannot start or scale, but Marc Mawhinney has seen the real blockers up close: impatience, lack of discipline, and chasing shiny objects.After growing a real estate business to roughly 100 agents and employees before it collapsed, Marc rebuilt from what he calls a “dental floss budget,” and that constraint became an advantage.In this conversation, we break down what it really takes to stay consistent for years, why “burn the ships” is usually a trap, how to build a community that stays alive, and the simple pillars Marc used to compound results over time: podcasting, community, and email.If you are a coach who wants real momentum, without hype, this is a blueprint for the long game.Takeaways:- Why “no money” is often a disguise for fear of rejection and visibility- The hidden benefit of starting lean, you build skills instead of outsourcing your voice- Why keeping your job can be the smartest move early on- How to think like a farmer, plant, water, and trust the compounding- What “ripping the filter off” actually looks like in content and email- Why most communities die, and what Marc did to keep the Coaching Jungle active for a decade- The “three pillars” strategy that keeps you focused and out of platform chaos- How to reduce the client execution gap by filtering for the right people and tightening delivery===============Marc's Links:- Website: https://www.naturalborncoaches.com/- Coaching Jungle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CLDbFYzYy/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Schedule Free Blueprinting Call: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/implement-ai-blueprinting===============Highlights:00:00 Intro00:35 Starting with “almost nothing” and why it helped02:20 Discipline learned from real estate03:30 Money as an excuse, and what is really happening06:40 Do not burn the ships, keep your job while you build09:30 Why Marc chose coaching after business collapse12:50 The discipline habits that compound, daily email and 900+ episodes16:45 Most people quit too early, think like a farmer19:30 Rip the filter off, email, trolls, and thick skin24:50 Polarization and why politics can hijack attention30:50 Build a community that does not die, the Coaching Jungle playbook34:10 The three pillars strategy, podcast, community, email37:10 Why coaches chase shiny objects and complicated plans41:20 AI clones, AI content, and what still needs to stay human45:10 Closing the client execution gap in programs52:20 Billboard message: KMF, Keep Moving Forward52:50 Outro

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============If your program is growing but fulfillment is getting chaotic, this episode is your roadmap.Ian sits down with Austin Schneider to break down what actually changes when you scale a coaching program, and why a “hands-off course” model is not the only path.They unpack how to build a scalable offer by mapping the client journey, how onboarding and expectation-setting prevent churn, and what it really takes to move from operator to orchestrator without losing quality.They also dig into the client execution gap and how community, accountability, and AI tools can reduce friction and improve follow-through.===============Austin's Links:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaustinschneider/- YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AustinrSchneider- Enrollment Call for AgencyU: https://www.agencyu.co/book?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnw6-3WRyXapNLhI5h2KIlmA61C8eLpplSN-vI5bO77Bf62Qw33i0Jrgh_hAQ_aem_8XkxjkjtfndzAzhr6VTwNQ===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- Ideal Client Avatar Profile Builder GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-690fb034594481919bc6644d97c6885a-ideal-client-avatar-profile-builder===============Highlights:00:00 Intro: Scaling coaches, offers, and delivery02:00 Coaching vs agency scaling, more similar than people think05:45 Why Austin exited the agency and built Agency You09:30 The offer roadmap: stop selling skillsets, sell a clear path15:10 What makes an offer scalable, and what to focus on early18:55 Operator to orchestrator: delegating identity, control, and ego23:05 Onboarding and expectations: “all frustrations come from unmet expectations”29:20 The execution gap: building accountability, tasks, and AI support34:50 Closing: “Get after it” and what scale looks like in 5 years

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============What actually causes standards to slip as your organization scales, even when everyone “knows” what the standard is?In this episode, Jon Hunter breaks down why performance erosion is rarely a tactics problem and almost always a leadership integrity problem, rooted in consistency, self-esteem, and systems.Jon shares the origin of his “half monk, half hitman” philosophy and how integrating calm discipline with ruthless execution creates cultures that perform under pressure.You’ll also hear Jon’s practical frameworks for customer obsession you can measure, anti-sales selling through trust-based discovery, and turning customers into true advocates.If you lead teams, coach clients, or sell in a high-stakes environment, this conversation is a blueprint for building repeatable, scalable high performance without losing your humanity.===============Jon's Link- Website: https://hunterxlife.com/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jhunter1/===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- The AI Starter Kit for SMBs: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG7JVaubgA/qN9TF6OfHYJaGgODw7MX1Q/edit?utm_content=DAG7JVaubgA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton===============Highlights:00:00 - Why standards erode as organizations scale06:04 - Consistency creates safety, credibility, and performance09:30 - Chasing “king status,” the wake-up call, and redefining success13:36 - Half monk, half hitman: calm discipline plus ruthless execution18:44 - Packaging leadership coaching: meet people where they are22:29 - Power messaging and making frameworks memorable26:05 - Change is loss: building safety and avoiding unintended consequences29:33 - Customer obsession you can measure: Jon’s A Plan scorecard35:44 - The anti-sales sales method and discovery that earns trust42:20 - Red, Yellow, Green customers: building “raging fans” systematically48:08 - Closing the execution gap: filters, belts, and accountability53:15 - Rapid fire: “You’re good enough,” feedback lessons, and the 5-year vision#halfmonkhalfhitman #jonhunter #systemsofscale #leadershipstandards #enforcingstandards #highperformanceculture #leadershipintegrity #consistencyinleadership #selfesteemandleadership #scalingteams #operationalexcellence #customerobsession #customerretention #employeeengagement #changemanagement #unintendedconsequences #salesleadership #enterprisesales #antisalessales #discoveryprocess #highvaluenetworking #trustbasedselling #clientexecutiongap #accountabilitysystems #coachingfulfillment #scalableleadership

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============Artificial intelligence is moving fast, but the biggest risks are not technical. They’re human.In this episode of Systems of Scale, Ian Gatzke sits down with psychologist, author, and keynote speaker Ana Melikian to explore what leaders are misreading about the AI moment we’re in right now.Ana describes AI as a 100-foot wave, unavoidable and powerful, but not something you need to be crushed by. The real challenge is not learning more tools, but strengthening the human side of leadership so better decisions can be made under pressure.This conversation covers:- Why AI adoption fails when it’s treated as a tool problem instead of a human decision-making problem- How AI is affecting people at a nervous system level- The three human strengths leaders must build to ride the AI wave: inner strength, connection strength, and culture strength- Why pausing and reflecting is a competitive advantage, not a delay- How AI could reshape work, education, and small to mid-sized businesses for the betterThis is a grounded, thoughtful conversation for leaders who want to navigate AI with clarity instead of panic.Guest: Ana Melikian. Psychologist, Author of Mindset Zone: Actualize Your Human Potential, Host of the Mindset Zone podcast.===============Ana's Links:- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anamelikian/- Mindset Zone Podcast: https://anamelikian.com/mindset-zone-podcast/- Ana's Book: https://a.co/d/elaW3J9===============- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/- The AI Starter Kit for SMBs: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG7JVaubgA/qN9TF6OfHYJaGgODw7MX1Q/edit?utm_content=DAG7JVaubgA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton===============Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction0:58 - What Leaders Are Misreading About AI3:10 - The Human Impact AI Is Already Having6:20 - Why This AI Shift Feels Different From Past Technologies9:45 - Why the Impact of AI Is Hard to Predict12:40 - The 100-Foot AI Wave Metaphor Explained15:50 - Inner Strength, Connection Strength, and Culture Strength19:10 - Where Leaders Should Actually Start22:40 - Mental Fitness, Pausing, and Better Decisions27:50 - Urgency vs Strategy in the AI Era31:40 - Why Ana Focused on the Human Side of AI34:40 - AI Literacy vs Human Literacy38:30 - What a Better AI Future Could Look Like42:00 - Responsibility vs Response-Ability45:10 - AI, Education, and Closing the Execution Gap53:47 - My Three Core Takeaways===============

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============Most creators think the biggest risk today is someone copying their ideas. Kary Oberbrunner argues the real danger is far worse: creators are getting locked out of their own ideas entirely.In this conversation, bestselling author and entrepreneur Kary Oberbrunner explains how intellectual property actually works in the AI era, why unprotected ideas are more vulnerable than ever, and how creators can build with confidence instead of fear.If you are a coach, course creator, author, or founder building frameworks, content, or products, this episode will change how you think about ownership, creativity, and scale.In this episode, we cover:- What it really means to get “locked out” of your own ideas- Why AI is accelerating IP risk, not causing it- The fence metaphor and how boundaries unlock creativity- What creators should protect first and in what order- How to use AI as a strategic thinking partner without giving your ideas away- Turning ideas into scalable assets instead of disposable content======================Resources Mentioned:- Free IP Credit: https://instantip.app/- Instant IP Lab: https://www.instantip.today/the-ip-lab/- AI Implementation Toolkit: https://forms.monday.com/forms/4a4c38d16550ce898e735cfd9efee2f1?r=use1======================Socials:- Kary LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karyoberbrunner/- Kary Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kary.oberbrunner/- Ian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-gatzke/======================Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction1:03 - How Creators Get Locked Out8:28 - What Counts as IP (Most Miss This)12:01 - Blockchain Explained for Creators18:16 - The Fence That Unlocks Creativity27:33 - 18 Income Streams From One Book36:53 - What to Protect First (In Order)42:27 - How Creators Should Use AI45:53 - My 3 Takeaways (Quick Recap)======================

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, Nina Fortuna Franks shares the frameworks she’s used across four decades of building and scaling companies from startup to IPO. We break down how small business owners can outperform much larger competitors by using leverage, systems, and speed instead of relying on big budgets or large teams.Nina explains why clarity beats complexity, how the Trust Contract creates a focused offer that sells, and why durable growth comes from circuits rather than one-off wins. If you’re a founder or coach who wants to build a business that supports your life, not consumes it, this conversation gives you a practical blueprint for doing exactly that.=================Create Your Own Trust Contract: {coming soon}=================Connect with Nina on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ninafortunafranks?originalSubdomain=ukJoin the Boom Viral Wait List: {link coming soon}=================Transformation Engine Builder Toolkit: https://forms.monday.com/forms/4a4c38d16550ce898e735cfd9efee2f1?r=use1Podcast Guest Application: {coming soon}===================╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ :) ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝===================Chapter Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction0:59 - Sustaining Ambition for Over 40 Years2:38 - Why Nina is Drawn to Serving SMEs5:08 - How to Punch Above Your Weight14:25 - The Trust Contract27:51 - The Four Stage Sales Circuit46:09 - Why The Transformation Engine52:32 - Goals for Boom Viral54:42 - How To Find Your Business Idea1:03:36 - Three Main Takeaways===================

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============In this episode, business coach Tom Dougherty shares the patterns he has seen after coaching more than 500 business owners across dozens of industries. We talk about the habits that consistently show up in successful founders, the traps that keep people stuck, and why mastering your time is the foundation for scaling without burnout.Tom also breaks down his process for time audits, default diaries, and building a business that can grow even when the owner steps away. We close with the personal story that fuels his mission today and how it shaped the creation of Toolbox Millionaire.=================Tom's Time Audit Template: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pYsCeLWzax86DFUJ8bgJTY2EAr-1_L3Q/view?usp=sharingDestination Mastery GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68793d687d748191928db1d794dcdc02-destination-mastery-gptThe Five Ways GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68755c8bdce48191b878c2de6705faff-the-five-ways-gptGrowthClub GPT: https://chatgpt.com/g/g-6844b718a92081918e377a66f522a944-growthclub-gpt=================Book a 10 Minute Call w/ Tom: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/booking/aFAsI3Tf9G3Nd6EyIHrjLearn More About ActionCOACH Arizona: https://actioncoachofaz.com/Rocks, Pebbles, Sand Story: https://youtu.be/v5ZvL4as2y0?si=8ZoEGUGPa3uu3048Get Tom's Recap of 'Eat That Frog' by Brian Tracy by emailing Tom the word 'Frog' at [email protected]=================Transformation Engine Builder Toolkit: https://forms.monday.com/forms/4a4c38d16550ce898e735cfd9efee2f1?r=use1Podcast Guest Application: {coming soon}===================Chapter Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction1:11 - Patterns of Successful Founders4:30 - Self-Mastery & Five Paths of Leverage19:19 - Achieving Destination Mastery27:34 - Make Progress By Eating the Frog33:54 - Scaling a Coaching Program40:16 - How to Get Clients to Actually Do The Work47:19 - How Will AI Affect The Coaching Industry?52:28 - Tom's 'Why'55:56 - Three Main Takeaways

Check out the Program Execution System Toolkit:https://implementgpts.com/pestoolkit===============Bethany Graver is a leadership coach with more than two decades of experience leading teams in the demanding world of hospitality. We talk about why curiosity is a superpower, how ownership transforms leadership, and what it actually means to build a healthy culture inside a growing organization.Bethany shares hard-earned insights from her time developing leaders, making people decisions, and helping teams communicate more effectively. We explore how great leaders listen, how culture shapes behavior, and why clarity matters in every hire you make.If you want to create teams that take ownership, communicate better, and thrive under strong systems, you’ll get a lot from this conversation.===================Connect with Bethany on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethany-graver-9690a17a/Bethany's Website: https://www.alimentalbusiness.com/===================Free Download for the Transformation Engine Builder Toolkit: https://forms.monday.com/forms/4a4c38d16550ce898e735cfd9efee2f1?r=use1Are you a coach, course creator, or author and want to appear as a guest on the podcast? Fill out the Guest Application here: {coming soon}===================╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ :) ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝===================Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction0:43 - Curiosity is a Superpower6:15 - How to Foster Curiosity in Yourself and Your Team20:44 - The Most Important Reframe for Leaders to Adopt30:04 - What is Culture and How Do You 'Find Yours'? 38:56 - How to Evaluate Candidates for Culture Fit44:04 - Developing Leaders Inside Your Organization53:35 - What a World-Class First Day Looks Like===================