CEO Podcasts consists of CEO Chat (CC), I AM CEO (IAM) & CBNation.TV (TV) podcast episodes. Value-packed episode including interviews & resources for CEOs, entrepreneurs, startups founders & business owners. The CEO Chat episodes are our long-form episodes w/ interviews and digital marketing resources. The I AM CEO episodes are laser focused (about 16 min.) w/ interviews & a discussion about what it means to be a CEO. Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co. Hosted by Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Episodes
3 hours ago
3 hours ago
Why it was selected for “CBNation Architects”:
In this episode, the guest is Wes Gay, a marketing consultant, TEDx speaker, and writer based in Suwanee, Georgia.
Key Points:
Wes's Approach: Wes believes in the power of clarity – he asserts that with clarity, organizations can reach more customers, grow their sales, and align teams around their mission.
Role as a Marketing Consultant: Wes has assisted dozens of clients in understanding and implementing the StoryBrand Framework in their businesses. This approach allows them to attain the clarity they need to meet their objectives.
CEO Hack: Wes relies on a number of strategies to stay productive and effective in his work. He uses the Bullet Journal Method by Ryder Carroll, delegates tasks whenever possible, and maintains an offline calendar for daily planning.
CEO Nugget: Wes emphasizes patience and long-term thinking as key components of success.
CEO Defined: For Wes, a CEO is someone with a stable character who helps people reach their own version of success.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
2 days ago
2 days ago
Why it was selected for “CBNation Architects”:
In this episode, the guest is Wendy Schultz, the founder of The Simple Life Hospitality. Wendy, along with her husband Scott, is transforming the vacation rental sector.
Key Points:
Wendy's Journey: Wendy left a high-stress job in healthcare to pursue her dream of owning a business. Utilizing her love for vacations and real estate, she established The Simple Life Hospitality.
The Simple Life Hospitality: The business involves teachings for investors on how to get started in vacation rentals. Services include consultation on property selection, remodeling/furnishing, and ongoing property management.
CEO Hack: As an entrepreneur, Wendy appreciates having a lifestyle that allows her to be location and time-independent.
CEO Nugget: Wendy believes in being open to opportunities and learning to go with the flow. She emphasizes enjoying the journey, implying the importance of the process over the destination.
CEO Defined: Wendy sees being a CEO as the visionary of the company. As a creator and leader, she guides the company towards her envisioned goals.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
3 days ago
3 days ago
Why it was selected for “CBNation Architects”:
In this episode, the guest is Charles DiGisco, the owner of a martial arts gym and the host of the podcast "The Lover & The Fighter".
Key Points:
Charles's Journey: Charles integrates his life experiences as a martial arts gym owner, an MMA fighter, and a relationship advisor in his podcast "The Lover & The Fighter".
The Lover & The Fighter Podcast: The podcast covers a multitude of topics relating to fighting and relationships. Taking on various questions on the subject, Charles utilizes his expertise to provide insight and advice.
CEO Hack: Charles credits his effectiveness to strong project management skills and maintaining organization in his professional life.
CEO Nugget: Charles advises looking at the bigger picture, emphasizing a long-term approach.
CEO Defined: For Charles, being a CEO means taking charge of your own life, making decisions, and shaping one's own destiny.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
4 days ago
4 days ago
Why it was selected for “CBNation Architects”:
In this episode, the guest is Dee Bowden, the founder of BCS Solutions.
Key Points:
Dee's Story: Dee is an alumnus of Steve Harvey's Act Like A Success School of Business Acceleration (2018). She specializes in helping companies and government agencies recover lost revenue and increase cash flow for services provided but not yet paid.
BCS Solutions: The company assists client firms in recovering lost revenue and increasing cash flow. Dee has managed to collect over $50 million for several companies and government agencies over the past decade.
Street Cred: Dee has been a guest on various podcasts, including Sean Douglas's Life Transformation Radio, the Tamie Collins Markee Radio Show, and WJMS Radio NYC with Jaymie Jams.
CEO Hack: Dee's hack includes a daily 30-minute session focused on gratitude, meditation, and reading. Furthermore, she believes in adding value to others.
CEO Nugget: According to Dee, it's essential for entrepreneurs to not lose their passion or perspective.
CEO Defined: Dee believes that a CEO is a servant leader.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
5 days ago
5 days ago
Why it was selected for “CBNation Architects”:
In this episode, the guest is Fiona Gilbert, a biohacker. Makes solutions that impact the mind and body.
Key Points:
Out of desperation, Fiona became a biohacker after receiving a diagnosis of a degenerative demyelinating neurological condition.
Biohacking taught Fiona that small changes can have an exponential impact on a person’s mind and body. Solutions exist and they aren’t complicated – and they aren’t reserved for the elite.
That’s why Quanta Therapies exists. It makes the methods and technology that saved her available to everyone else.
CEO Hack: Fiona emphasizes on taking five minutes break every hour.
CEO Nugget: Fiona emphasizes two things: (1) Get your corporate hygiene in order (2) There's never a perfect time for anything
CEO Defined: For Fiona, CEO means the company's curator.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
6 days ago
6 days ago
Why it was selected for "CBNation Architects":
In this episode, the guest is Nicole, a certified nutrition and wellness coach and the owner of Dark Horse Nutrition LLC.
Key Points:
Nicole's Story: Nicole’s journey through her own weight loss process, which involved dealing with emotional eating and losing 50 lbs, led her to delve deep into understanding the root causes of such problems. Realizing the importance of mental and emotional health in the journey to sustainable weight loss and wellness prompted her to get certified in nutrition.
Dark Horse Nutrition LLC: This company aims at helping individuals struggling with emotional eating create healthier habits and alternatives to food.
Business Service: Nicole takes a unique approach with her clients. She spends the first week in a "back seat", observing and analyzing the client's existing lifestyle and eating habits. Based on this, she creates a personalized plan for each client.
Secret Sauce: Nicole focuses on the root cause, enabling lasting behavior and lifestyle changes for her clients.
CEO Hack: Nicole uses Asana and Trello for project management and planning. Her other productivity hack is to close web tabs that are not in use to maintain focus.
CEO Nugget: Nicole advises laying the foundation of your business first and not rushing. Getting systems in place beforehand can help make the process smoother when clients begin to come on board.
CEO Defined: Nicole defines her role as a CEO as making a positive impact in other people's lives.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
7 days ago
7 days ago
Why it was selected for "CBNation Architects":
In this episode, the guest is Jay Helms, an author, real state investor and a mastermind coach.
Key Points:
Jay's Story: Jay started his journey in real estate in 2014, having some early success even if it was done as a side hustle. But in 2020, Jay focused on real state investing and has been successfully growing and helping other people achieve their goals in life.
Business Service: Mastermind service community. Virtual multi-family calls. Having a closed community group that is willing to be helped and willing to help other people.
Secret Sauce: Motivating and encouraging other people. Not pretending to know everything.
CEO Hack: App Notepad works best for Jay. To-do list is on it.
CEO Nugget: Don’t sweat on the small stuff. Pay attention to your health.
CEO Defined: Knowing when to lead and what to lead on.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
Saturday Dec 02, 2023
Saturday Dec 02, 2023
Why it was selected for "CBNation Architects":
In this episode, the guest is Neel Parekh, the CEO and Founder of MaidThis, a modern, remotely operated work-from-anywhere cleaning franchise focused on Airbnb cleanings.
Key Points:
Neel's Story: After working in the finance industry post-college, Neel realized it wasn't the right fit for him. He started several side hustles, and it was the cleaning service that ultimately took off. He eventually made it his full-time work and is now scaling it up through franchising.
MaidThis: Known as "the franchise for millennials," MaidThis has put a new-age spin on the traditional cleaning industry with its innovative fully remote model.
Business Service: MaidThis is primarily focused on cleaning vacation rentals. The company operates on automated schedules, completing cleanings as soon as a guest checks out. It also provides residential cleaning with automated scheduling and notifications.
Secret Sauce: For the business, being a new-age, tech-savvy, and easy-to-use service is part of its success. On a personal level, Neel’s ability to swiftly identify the core problems is what sets him apart.
CEO Hack: Neel emphasizes the importance of planning ahead of time. He usually focuses on priority tasks by asking himself, "what is the biggest driver of my business?".
CEO Nugget: Neel advises delegating tasks you dislike by hiring and outsourcing. This strategy allows you to free up yourself and focus on meaningful tasks.
CEO Defined: Neel sees being a CEO as having the freedom to guide his company. He views his role as an extension of himself, with the company functioning to serve his vision.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
Friday Dec 01, 2023
Friday Dec 01, 2023
Why it was selected for "CBNation Architects":
In this episode, the guest is Laura Spawn, CEO and co-founder of Virtual Vocations, a service dedicated to hand-screening telecommute job opportunities.
Key Points:
Laura's Story: Laura Spawn found it challenging to locate authentic work-from-home opportunities online. This experience led her to co-found Virtual Vocations in 2007, serving as the CEO.
Virtual Vocations: Spawn created the company to provide a more efficient way for job seekers to find legitimate remote work online. Virtual Vocations is now listed as the web's No. 1 hand-screened, all-telecommute job board.
Business Impact: Since inception, Virtual Vocations has assisted more than two million individuals in their pursuit of remote work, revolutionizing the remote work landscape.
CEO Hack: Laura believes in the importance of clearing her mind before delving into any project or starting her day.
CEO Nugget: Laura advises against trying to become an expert in every area. Instead, she encourages creating more partnerships.
CEO Defined: To Laura, being a CEO means acting as a connector.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Why it was selected for "CBNation Architects":
In this episode, the guest was Daniel Ramsey, the founder and CEO of MyOutDesk, a highly-rated virtual assistant company.
Key Points:
Daniel's Story: Daniel saw the challenges in searching for genuine work-from-home opportunities. This insight led him to establish MyOutDesk during the global financial crisis of 2008. As the CEO, he aimed to assist businesses in leveraging remote workplaces and scaling up using virtual assistants.
MyOutDesk: The company has emerged as the highest-rated Virtual Assistant company in the market with over 500 five-star reviews. MyOutDesk has served more than 6000 clients over 13 years, helping businesses scale and grow profitably.
Impact: Daniel has worked with a wide range of companies, from large sales organizations and tech startups to insurance, real estate, and healthcare firms. His expertise is in guiding businesses to exploit the remote workspace effectively.
CEO Hack: Daniel explains the "sticky challenge" hack.
CEO Nugget: Daniel emphasizes creating a "play positive" environment.
CEO Defined: To Daniel, being a CEO means serving others.
I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!