Built to Last

In this episode, Megan chats with Dustin Riechmann, a podcast guesting expert who helps entrepreneurs leverage appearances for business growth. They discuss his journey from engineering to launching 7 Figure Leap and the transformative power of podcast guesting for generating leads and building relationships. Dustin introduces his "Five Ps" framework, detailing strategies for crafting pitches and...

In this episode, Megan welcomes Amanda Webster, CRO of Accruity, about the critical role of networking and relationship-building in our careers. Amanda reflects on her transformational journey from the legal industry to her current position, emphasizing the power of genuine connections and the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals. Together, they explore practical strategie...

In this extensive interview, Jay Conner, a seasoned real estate investor and coach, shares his journey and insights into building a successful coaching business over the past 14 years. He recounts his entrepreneurial journey starting in 2003 when he and his wife began investing full-time in single-family homes and describes the challenges he faced during the 2008 financial crisis that led to a piv...

In this episode, Megan revisits her new hero offer, Super Community, highlighting its successful launch and the reactivation of past clients, alongside new member growth. She discusses the shift towards a community-centric model in coaching and the implications of AI for our industry. Megan shares the transition of Super Community to a month-to-month subscription, enhancing member engagement and o...

In this two-part episode, Megan dives into the creation and launch of her new offer, Super Community. She shares the concept of a "hero offer," inspired by Sarah Blakely, and how she aimed to fill a gap in the coaching industry by building a program that not only addresses its challenges but also encourages community engagement. Megan discusses her own journey from individual coaching to developin...

Megan welcomes Kris Jones of Red Door Stories where she discusses the vital role of storytelling in connecting businesses with their audiences amidst rising AI influence. She shares her journey from early creative projects to a branding career with brands like Nike and Adidas, emphasizing authentic communication. Kris highlights the importance of clear messaging that addresses specific client prob...

In this episode of the Built to Last show, Megan engages in an insightful dialogue with Jenna Larson, founder of GroupTrack CRM. They explore how Jenna developed this tool to manage social media client interactions, stemming from her own experiences. Their conversation emphasizes the importance of genuine engagement in today's business landscape, especially within Facebook groups, where building t...

In this episode, Megan shares three actionable strategies to fill your group coaching program with clients this week, without the complexity of funnels or ads. She discusses using client interviews for feedback that can lead to service conversations, reconnecting with former clients through personalized outreach, and following up with past consults to remind them of their goals. Megan emphasizes t...

In this episode of the Built to Last show, Megan interviews Kendall Lejeune, exploring his multifaceted journey as an entrepreneur, educator, and branding expert. Kendall recounts his early influence from his entrepreneurial grandfather, which instilled a strong desire to forge his own path rather than adhere to traditional employment models. Though he initially thrived as a music teacher, he felt...

Meg Rentschler, a psychotherapist turned executive coach, discusses her journey with Megan, emphasizing the importance of mastering coaching skills over sales tactics. She highlights the challenges new coaches face in defining their identities and the pressures of group coaching. The conversation addresses the need for realistic client expectations, the adverse effects of a scarcity mindset, and t...

In this episode, Megan dives into a thoughtful conversation with Vincent Pugliese, an expert in building and nurturing memberships. As someone who recognizes the power of connections, Vincent shares insights distilled from his journey—from a successful sports photographer to a thriving membership coach. His passion for community and the impact of meaningful interactions are evident throughout our...

In this episode, Megan reconnects with entrepreneur, Art Bejarano, owner of Integrity Engineering and Design Solutions. They discuss his journey through entrepreneurship, including the challenges of the 2008 financial crisis and the strategic shifts that led to his company's success. Art highlights his upcoming book, *Fire Yourself: A Simple Way to Self-Direct Your Career*, which introduces the th...

"It's not just about what needs to be done, it's asking who do those goals require me to be." In this episode, Megan has a deep conversation with Dana Earhart, a business growth strategist whose passion for growth and strategy resonates throughout our discussion. They explore Dana's inspirational journey from corporate consulting to entrepreneurship, highlighting the pivotal moments that shaped he...

In this episode, Megan speaks with Dr. Cheri Toledo, a veteran in course creation and adult learning. They examine key concepts such as curriculum development and enhancing client success within the coaching sector. Dr. Cheri highlights her extensive experience in education and technology, advocating for engaging online learning environments. The discussion addresses high dropout rates in online c...

A vibrant conversation unfolds between Megan and her guest, Christie Mims that leads to an insightful exploration of Christie's journey and methodologies in the coaching industry. She shares her path to establishing her coaching business, emphasizing her non-linear trajectory from history major and consultant to a certified life coach. Throughout the conversation, Megan and Christie discuss common...

There's many ways to create income, but how about wealth? In this episode, Megan speaks with entrepreneur Jeanette Lowry about her journey from gymnastics to becoming an “accidental entrepreneur” in health and wellness. They discuss the importance of community in business, transitioning from a hustle mentality to creating balanced, purpose-driven enterprises, and the value of recurring income. Jea...

In this episode of the Built to Last show, host Megan interviews Megan Ketchigan, a seasoned copywriter, to explore her journey from teaching to entrepreneurship and the intricacies of effective communication in business. Their conversation underscores the significant overlap between copywriting and teaching and Megan K reveals that her role involves more than just writing; it’s about excavating h...

This episode features Dr. Camilla Moore, a chiropractor turned expert in lifestyle medicine and stress management, to explore the profound impacts of stress and burnout on entrepreneurs. Dr. Moore shares her journey, from running a successful chiropractic practice to working in a hospital lifestyle medicine department, and how personal experiences during COVID pushed her to specialize in stress ma...

In this episode, Megan takes a dive deep with Danielle Marggraf, who shares her transformative journey and insights into the inner workings of mindset, trauma, and financial empowerment. Danielle discusses her upcoming book, "Embodied Millions," which centers on the profound notion that 95% of our results stem from our inner world—our mindset, nervous system, and subconscious programming. Danielle...

In this episode of Built to Last, Megan interviews mindset and hypnotherapy expert Alicia Cramer, who shares her transformative journey stemming from a traumatic experience in 2005 that led her to explore alternative healing practices. Alicia discusses her unique approach that combines hypnotherapy, emotional freedom techniques (EFT), and energy work to create personalized healing sessions. She ad...

Angela Duncan, an experienced insurance expert, joins Megan to share insights from her diverse career in finance, emphasizing the importance of financial education and consumer protection. Reflecting on her early struggles with poverty, she discusses how her background as a stockbroker and real estate entrepreneur led her to the insurance field. Angela highlights the necessity of liability insuran...

In this episode, Megan chats with Brian Snider, COO of Collective Genius, about his journey from math teacher to real estate entrepreneur. Brian shares pivotal moments that led him to leave teaching and successfully manage over 200 properties. They discuss the importance of effective communication, building a strong company culture, and nurturing community within the Collective Genius mastermind....

In this episode, Megan is joined by Kristine Genovese, a dynamic thought leader and author of the new book "Healing Through Soul Intelligence." As a former corporate turnaround specialist turned energy healer, she defines soul intelligence as the ability to tap into one's inner knowing, facilitating clarity and guidance through a unique bioenergetic method she has developed. Kristine emphasizes th...

Megan's guest, Andrew Weiss, discusses his journey in building social media communities organically and his achievement as a Guinness World Record holder for a virtual podcasting event that attracted over 5,000 attendees during the pandemic. He shares insights from his experience at Podfest Expo, highlighting the importance of a compelling mission and clear communication in community building. And...

"Hustle is not the problem, it's how you're hustling." In this engaging interview, host Megan dives deep into the transformative journey and insights of Jenni Rae Oates, an expert in guiding high performers through the intricacies of entrepreneurship. Jenni Rae shares her personal evolution, highlighting how her professional identity shifted significantly after experiencing profound personal loss....