• Ep #120: Trent Griffin Braaf's Prison Story | Listen For Hope and Inspiration!
    May 13 2024

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    Listen Trent's remarkable journey from incarceration to major entrepreneurial success, inspiring hope and resilience along the way.

    In this episode of the Business Growth Architect Show, we explore the remarkable journey of Trent Griffin-Braaf, who transformed adversity and jail time into advocacy, shaping a narrative of resilience, redemption, and empowerment.

    Trent reflects on his tumultuous past, the mistakes he made by recounting his brushes with the law and subsequent incarceration and what ultimately saved him. Despite facing significant challenges when he was only a teenager, Trent had a pivotal moment recognizing his true potential while incarcerated. Through education and self-discovery, he shares how he began his journey of personal growth, embracing a commitment to lifelong learning and self-improvement.

    Trent shares his transformation from a troubled youth to a successful business owner and community leader as he, with unwavering determination, navigates obstacles of reintegration, embracing humility and seizing opportunities for growth.

    Imagine this: When your condition of release is a job, but nobody wants to hire you because you are a felon, how do you turn cleaning toilets into becoming a General Manager? And yet, that is what Trent's journey exemplifies: the power of perseverance and the ability to rise above adversity.

    Central to Trent's narrative is his profound spiritual journey, marked by introspection, faith, and redemption. He candidly discusses his exploration of different religious beliefs while incarcerated, ultimately finding solace in principles of faith, hope, and personal accountability. Through his faith, Trent found the strength to confront shame and stigma, transforming his past mistakes into catalysts for positive change.

    To pay it forward and because he feels called to use his story for the betterment of others who have made mistakes like him, Trent created his groundbreaking leadership development program, the "Roadmap to Success." Rooted in his lived experiences, this innovative curriculum is gaining traction as it empowers individuals from underserved or overlooked communities to chart their path to success.

    Trent is discussing advocacy in driving systemic change and the need for employers to recognize the potential and talent within marginalized communities, advocating for inclusive hiring practices and supportive work environments. Through partnerships with organizations and government agencies, Trent seeks to dismantle barriers to employment and foster economic empowerment. This part was my favorite to see how passionate he is about making a difference.

    The episode concludes with a message of hope and empowerment, echoing Trent's steadfast belief in the transformative power of resilience and community support.

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    29 Min.
  • Ep #119: Michael Tucker: Make a Bigger Impact with These Powerful Event Strategies
    May 6 2024

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    Ready to skyrocket your earnings with events? Learn the game-changing strategies of Michael Tucker to boost your income and transform your financial future.


    In this episode of Business Growth Architect Show meet Michael Tucker of Funnel Pros, a seasoned entrepreneur and globally recognized event success business strategist, as he shares how belief coupled with a solid strategy can transform your business. Michael has helped some of the most successful names to finally nail their event strategy. He is one of those guys who really knows his stuff and is widely recognized as one of the best in his field. I am very privileged to have him on the show.

    Michael believes that virtual events are one of the best ways to build relationships with people as they allow for authentic interactions and the creation of trust, ultimately leading to increased purchasing. It’s a powerful strategy you can use, too.

    Michael shares his personal journey in business and as we are moving into the spiritual portion of the show he talks about the moments where belief made a big difference in his own ventures. He breaks down how having a positive mindset can lead to better outcomes in business. By believing in yourself and your ideas, you can become more innovative, resilient, and adaptable.

    In addition, Michael Tucker explores the connection between spirituality and entrepreneurship. He explains how faith can guide your business decisions and give you a sense of purpose. Through personal stories, Michael shows how aligning your business with your values can lead to greater fulfillment and success.

    Michael doesn’t just talk about the importance of belief—he also gives practical tips for how to cultivate it. He shares strategies for developing a success-oriented mindset and overcoming self-doubt. Listen to the full episode and you’ll learn how to turn obstacles into opportunities and embrace abundance in your business.

    As the episode wraps up, Michael challenges you, the listener, to examine your beliefs and start cultivating a mindset of success. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your business, Michael’s insights will empower you to believe in yourself and achieve your dreams.

    To connect with Michael Tucker and start implementing powerful strategies to elevate your success, visit his website https://www.thefunnelpros.com/ to schedule a complimentary call and discover how events can boost your business. Follow Michael on Instagram at @officialmichaeltucker and listen to his podcast “Daily Gems Podcast” of daily inspiration and insights.

    Subscribe, share, and connect today!

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    34 Min.
  • Ep #118: Marissa Levin: Feeling Good: Why Energy Matters for Success
    Apr 29 2024

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    Learn how to think better for business success! Find out how to improve your mindset to achieve your goals with Marissa Levin.

    In this episode of the Business Growth Architect Show podcast we speak with Marissa Levin, a seasoned entrepreneur and abundance business coach. We explore the complexities of managing business challenges while prioritizing personal growth and well-being.

    Marissa shares valuable insights drawn from her extensive experience in coaching entrepreneurs and business leaders. She emphasizes the importance of protecting our energy and frequency, highlighting the need to say no and set boundaries even with family members when necessary. To demonstrate this, she shares a recent coaching example involving a client grappling with familial business pressures, Marissa underscores the significance of safeguarding personal priorities amid external demands.

    Our conversation evolves into strategic business considerations, with Marissa addressing common obstacles faced by entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the critical need for businesses to pivot and adapt to changing circumstances, using the COVID-19 pandemic as a pivotal example. Marissa's approach emphasizes the importance of identifying and removing bottlenecks within organizations to facilitate growth and sustainability.

    Moreover, we explore shifts in work culture and generational perspectives, examining the impact of instant gratification and evolving attitudes towards career progression. We touch upon the positive aspects of societal changes, including increased awareness around mental health and emotional well-being.

    The episode culminates with a poignant reflection on the power of storytelling and vulnerability in healing and personal growth. Marissa shares her vision of empowering you through joyful principles and creating a global dialogue that embraces authenticity and resilience.

    Join us for this transformative conversation on business strategy, leadership, and the pursuit of joyful, purpose-driven entrepreneurship. Tune in to the Business Growth Architecture podcast for insights and inspiration!

    Time Stamps:

    00:00 - Introduction
    02:18 - Understanding Joy
    03:14 - Business Strategy and Spirituality
    04:59 - Fulfilling Potential and Creating Community
    06:20 - Rethinking Retirement
    08:08 - Confidence and Inner Drive
    11:30 - Adversities Faced in Entrepreneurship
    13:05 - Embracing Resilience and Gratitude
    13:53 - Advertisement
    14:22 - Practical Mindset Tips
    15:48 - Strategic Mindset
    17:04 - Overcoming Business Challenges
    19:20 - Building a Culture of Accountability
    22:57 - Redefining Workplace Expectations
    25:17 - Growing Awareness and Mental Well-being
    28:11 - Healing and Changing Lives Together
    32:52 - Connecting with Marissa Levin

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    34 Min.
  • Ep #117: Joshua Berry: Think Like a Naive Genius!
    Apr 22 2024

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    Find out how a naive approach can actually help your business!

    In this episode of the Business Growth Architect show, I sit down with Joshua Berry, author of "Dare to be Naive," to go deep into the power of questioning assumptions and embracing naivety in business. Joshua shares profound insights into how challenging ingrained beliefs can lead to breakthroughs in customer service and business innovation.


    One key strategy Joshua advocates for is asking better questions to truly understand customers and their needs. He stresses the value of active listening and curiosity in uncovering insights that can drive business growth. By challenging assumptions about customer preferences and behavior, businesses can tailor their products and services more effectively, leading to greater customer satisfaction and loyalty.

    Throughout the episode, Joshua shares real-world examples and practical advice for implementing these strategies. He discusses how his company, Econic, transformed its compensation system by questioning the underlying beliefs and practices. By challenging the assumption that client-facing roles are inherently more valuable than back-office roles, Econic was able to create a more equitable compensation structure that aligns with our values as a certified B Corp.

    As the episode draws to a close, we reflect on the intersection of ego, purpose, and drive in entrepreneurship. We emphasize the importance of finding balance and giving ourselves grace amidst the pressures of business ownership. Joshua leaves listeners with a powerful message: to embrace naivety as a superpower and approach each day with openness and curiosity.

    In conclusion, this episode offers insights and strategies for business owners looking to innovate with purpose, and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement. I encourage you to subscribe to the Business Growth Architect Show and share the episode with your networks. You can also connect with Joshua and learn more about his work at daretobenaive.com and econic.co.


    Time Stamps:

    00:00 - Introduction
    01:03 - Discussing 'Dare to Be Naive' concept
    03:15 - Understanding your customer's needs is critical
    05:22 - Sales approach levels
    07:26 - Intuition and spirituality in business
    10:45 - Understanding non-judgmental naivety
    12:28 - Navigating insecurities with curiosity in business
    14:13 - Overcoming limiting beliefs and exploring entrenched views
    16:16 - Promoting awareness of beliefs and fostering growth
    18:21 - Implementing transformation in company practices
    20:21 - Self-awareness, vulnerability, and personal growth in business leadership
    22:41 - Balancing vulnerability and growth in business teams
    24:49 - Exploring drive, purpose, and self-judgment in business motivations

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    32 Min.
  • Ep #116: Rebecca Whitman: Your Guide to a Better Life: The Seven Pillars of Abundance
    Apr 15 2024

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    I'm excited to share "Your Guide to a Better Life: The Seven Pillars of Abundance" with you! In this captivating episode, Rebecca Whitman takes you on a transformative journey towards balance, beauty, and abundance. From her humble beginnings as an actress in Hollywood to her surprising success as an entrepreneur, Rebecca's mission is to empower women to embrace holistic well-being and success.


    This episode dives deep into the concept of balance, emphasizing how you can cultivate it in your life and enhance overall satisfaction, starting right where you are. Rebecca introduces the seven Pillars of Abundance as a framework for achieving balance, with health being a key pillar. She underscores the significance of prioritizing your health, represented by the acronym "H N M" for hydration, nutrition, movement, and meditation, within the context of abundance.


    Going deeper, Rebecca explains the transformation needed to shift from scarcity-based emotions to an abundance-based perspective. She highlights the importance of mindset and emotional well-being in shaping your own experience of abundance. By cultivating positive emotions and abundance-oriented thinking through the seven Pillars of Abundance, you can create a roadmap to a more enriching and fulfilling existence.



    Time Stamps:

    0:00 - Introduction
    1:06 - Rebecca Whitman's Background and Journey
    2:06 - Finding Success Amid Loss and Transition
    3:06 - The Seven Pillars of Abundance and Life Transformation
    4:14 - Role of Spiritual Development in Success
    4:31 - Importance of Spirituality as the Foundation
    5:32 - Harnessing Spirituality for Stability and Growth
    6:34 - Navigating Business Challenges with Spirituality
    7:42 - Surrendering Control and Trusting the Process
    8:44 - Pragmatism in Spiritual Business Practices
    9:50 - Strategies for Surrender and Letting Go
    10:52 - Overcoming the Fear of Surrender
    11:55 - Embracing Curiosity and Letting Go of Expectations
    12:59 - Finding Happiness in the Process and Redefining Failure
    14:01 - Embracing Failure and Removing the Fear of Failure
    14:16 - Importance of Enjoying the Process
    16:41 - Prioritizing Health as Wealth
    17:46 - Transitioning from Scarcity to Abundance Through Mantras and Gratitude
    19:17 - Discovering Feminine Energy and Balancing Personal and Work Life
    21:29 - Importance of Continuous Learning for Mental Growth
    23:29 - Building Community and Immunity Through Social Connection
    25:23 - Balancing Financial Abundance with Overall Well-being
    27:29 - Prioritizing a Full and Abundant Life in the Present


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    Rebecca Whitman: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook

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    33 Min.
  • Ep #115: Lance Graulich: Cracking the Code of Franchising: Secrets Exposed
    Apr 8 2024

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    This episode of Business Growth Architect Show features Lance Graulich who provides insights drawn from his personal journey, tracing his path from a career on Wall Street to becoming the “Donut King.”

    Lance explains the core concept of franchising – the acquisition of a license to utilize another entity's established system and brand identity and its viability as a business model. Lance stresses selecting the perfect franchise for you, underlining the pivotal role the right fit plays in the ultimate success or failure within this business model. Lance emphasizes the strategic significance of choosing the right franchise as a fundamental step toward achieving positive cash flow positions as an entrepreneur.

    Lance expounds on the advantages associated with franchising. He explains the support structure inherent in franchise systems, highlighting how this framework can shortcut success because you use a proven system. The potential for fast profitability within franchising vis-à-vis a standalone enterprise is a key point of focus during the conversation.

    Illustrating his points with a practical success example from the HVAC industry, Lance Graulich recounts a scenario where an established service provider engaging with a franchise resulted in rapid revenue growth, far outpacing the trajectory of an independent business route. Through this anecdote, he underscores the transformative impact that aligning with a franchise model can have on business expansion and financial performance.

    Lance underscores the strategic wisdom in considering franchise investments as a means to access established systems, valuable expertise, and a robust support network. These factors collectively serve as pivotal drivers for accelerated business



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    Lance Graulich: Website | Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook



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    31 Min.
  • Ep #114: Jake Stahl: From Small Talk to Big Results
    Apr 1 2024

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    This episode of Business Growth Architect Show takes on communication. Especially in the age of bad LinkedIn pitches we were looking for a guest to share best practices around making meaningful connections.


    Meet Jake Stahl who designed a principle he calls the 2/10 rule," which serves as a guiding framework for effective communication and engagement in conversations. Jake emphasizes the power of the 2/10 rule to maintain interaction and elicit responses from conversational partners every two minutes. Additionally, Stahl underscored the importance of periodically reviewing and summarizing the dialogue after every 10 minutes to ensure clarity and understanding between participants. By adhering to the 2/10 rule, you can enhance the quality of your conversations, foster meaningful exchanges, and avoid potential pitfalls of passive communication.


    Then we moved to exploring strategies for initiating conversations in a manner that captures the interest and attention of the other party. Stahl gave insights into approaching interactions with authenticity and a genuine curiosity about their perspective and experiences. By showing a sincere interest in the other person, asking thoughtful questions, and actively listening, you can lay the groundwork for engaging and fruitful dialogues.


    Focus on the other person in the first few minutes of a conversation, refrain from self-centered monologues, and instead, prioritize understanding, connection and rapport. Creating a positive and engaging atmosphere from the outset as it sets the stage for productive communication and meaningful exchanges.



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    Jake Stahl: Website | LinkedIn





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    32 Min.
  • Ep #113: Gary Rochlin: Managing Your Anger: How Personal Growth Helps Your Business
    Mar 25 2024

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    In this episode of Business Growth Architect Show we are featuring Gary Rochlin, the owner of Blue Sky Energy, a company specialized in microgrids and renewable energy. Our key themes are mentorship, the role of anger in business, and the integration of spirituality with strategic decision-making in the business.


    One of the most memorable moments of the episode showcases the discrepancy of Gary's introspection on his leadership style, and the actual feedback he received about how he led and his handling of his anger. When faced with the reality of how he was perceived he used it as a catalyst to become more aware and start his personal transformation journey, prompting him to work on managing his anger effectively and redirecting it toward positive outcomes. Gary's journey of self-improvement and development on emotional intelligence serves as a powerful example to embrace and channel one's emotions for personal growth and professional success.


    Beyond his own journey, Gary also touches upon broader themes of forgiveness, ongoing personal development, and giving back to the entrepreneurial community through mentorship. His holistic approach to business leadership, intertwining personal growth with professional endeavors, underscores the profound impact of aligning inner values with external actions in fostering sustainable business practices and meaningful relationships.


    The episode encapsulates the fusion of personal evolution, leadership philosophy, and business strategy, illustrating how introspection, emotional intelligence, and a strategic mindset can synergistically drive innovation, resilience, and success in the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship and sustainable energy solutions.


    Go and listen to the entire episode now.



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    Gary Rochlin: Website | Facebook | LinkedIn

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    26 Min.