Intentional Disruption

Today I wanted to get a little vunerable and discuss the stories of growing up in an entrepreneurs family when it isn't going right.  We had a bit of a scare and I had to bring my wife to the emergency room. Quite a bit happened and it brought back some feelings and memories.  I wanted to share today because it reminded me of times and things from my past that may help you gain perspective. You se...

Today I discuss some real life examples of needing to go back to basics inside business. I break out the key reasons we exist as businesses and how to excel at the little things that make you stand out.  I do this in preparation for being a judge for the University of Connecticut's Entrepreneurial Bootcamp for Veterans. As a judge I was asked to help break down the pitches from these pre-revenue a...

Today on the Intentional Disruption podcast I am taking you behind the scenes on not only the massive growth that has occured inside my company, The Delta Enhancement Group, LLC, but teh why behind it.  The conversation is related to entrepreneurship, small business incubators, government programs and re-establishing the small community connection to business.  There is more to say in future episo...

My client grew his business over 41% by learning his numbers. No fancy ads, affiliate specials or click funnels.  His business has so many new customers that we're looking to open multiple additional locations.  Today I have a nice chat about business finance and how knowing the basics is critical. It doesn't matter if you are a pre-revenue start up, a post revenue start up, looking at an acquisit...

Recently I had a post garner a fair bit of attention. I talked about how I had delegated out a call that could have a significant financial impact to my business and my family.  I wanted to break the WHY behind this in greater detail for you here. See so often we end up out of alignment in business and in relationships because we do not have clear intention. (there's a reason this pod is called In...

Today I am discussing the good the bad and the ugly of DEBT.  We will discuss the ways to properly use debt inside your household, how you can generate revenue using debt inside your business and how you can create passive income streams with no money out of pocket.  For more on how business owners, entrepreneurs and veterans leverage these strategies reach out to me on social media LinkedIn Faceb...

Today I am discussing lessons from the recent acquisitions and consulting clients I have the pleasure of working with. Whether you are running a business or want to buy a business the key metrics for success come down to managing the data. Knowing not just the raw goods costs but also the finished cost factoring in labor rates. Many very successful companies are hindered by not knowing their numbe...

Today's episode of the podcast is focused on your independence. Not from British tyranny or taxation without representation.  I am focusing in on your personal and financial freedom. As a business owner the next 24 months will be pivotal in your ability to create generational wealth for your family.  It will decide what the face of your community looks like for the next 20 years or more. See durin...

In the last month I have been guiding select companies for their growth and scale, expansion and acquisitions.  One of the key pieces you need to know is something that these established businesses were not readily able to produce.  If you do not know these basics it is hard to forecast and develop a quality plan to grow your businesses through the next phase of the economy.  If you enjoy the show...

Today I take you though a must do to grow your business, your family and yourself.  Pardon the live stream audio but the message was important to my clients and I had to share.  Do you control your life or do the urgent things control you? Do you feel like you are on the "right path" Do you feel a sense of accomplishment at the end of the week? If not you need to listen to this.  As always you can...

I wanted to take the time to have a reset for Fathers Day. Recently I posted episode #58 The Kids Aren't Alright. It was more than a play on an Offspring song (especially if you listen to it.) We need to have a conversation as a nation. Not about right or left. Not about taking away rights versus restoring them. We need to discuss the responsibilites of the parent versus the state. Far too many ar...

Today we are sharing a live stream discussing the critical numbers most business owners under $5m in revenue do not know or correctly track.  I have had multiple clients that were in the same boat. Knowing these data points will change a few things. 1) your goal setting will be based in real data 2) your mindset will become more positive  3) you will feel like you control your business 4) if you w...

Today I share a free tip that will generate a normal small business owner an extra 100k in a year easily.  I have implemented this for business owners and the long term impact is as follows: More time for your family - Very important for long term success. More efficient communications - less friction means more gets done. More efficient production - Higher margins means cash in your pockets.  Thi...

Today's episode is a bit somber but it will give you a very actionable item.  Parenting and leadership share many commonalities. When I discuss growth with clients we talk about who is the visionary and who is the implementer.  In parenting there are similar responsibilities and structure. Unfortunately many children do not have that two person structure. This leads to a cultural issue, especially...

In episode 57 I discuss the double edged sword that is social media. As a business owner you need to get the word out about your services but the internet can be quite a toxic place.  Today I discuss the decision I made to mute many of my groups that I am a part of eventhough there are many of my target clients inside them.  I hope this open and frank conversation allows you to do an audit of how...

In today's episode I discuss the degredation of output that comes with fatigue.  Fatigue can take an "A" level performer and revert them to the mean. Errors, poor judgement, negative attitude and more follow.  As a leader, parent, high level producer your results will trend downwards if you do not get proper rest. It may not seem like it at first, the results aren't that bad. Growth can slow somet...

So the worldwide sensation that has been ruining lives since late 2019 finally came to our doorstep. I spent the week in isolation but everyone still got sick.  it's a terrible thing to see your young children sick. I wanted to share the shift in mindset that is making this event not just tolerable but something that will make us stronger this directly applies to the contingency plans inside your...

Today I discuss taking back your power when your process gets destroyed by external forces.  One of my biggest holdbacks has been keeping a routine. In this episode I discuss the power of my morning routine and why I am taking it back. 

Today's podcast is a first. I wanted to share a conversation from a podcast I was a guest on.    I was interviewed by Keith McKeever from the Battle Buddy Podcast. This is a longer format episode compared to my normal format. I think the questions he raised are worth the additional time commitment, even if you have to break it into two sessions.  We dive into setting intention for your business an...

Good morning!  As I type this it is Easter Sunday. My podcasts are not normally completed this close to launch but the week threw a curveball my way.    Our baby girl arrived a week early.  I was able to experience first hand how Intentional Parenting can create the culture and outcome you want. Take a listen as I describe the enculturation process I used with my son to create the desired response...

Janae is coming on the podcast to discuss her journey. She went from being homeless to serving in the Navy. She took her passion for fashion and turned it into a multiple 6 figure business.   She discussed how the skills learned in the Navy aided her transition into business management and entrepreneurship.      She has a large following on social media created by being authentic, vunerable and in...

Today I am excited to share the journey of Paul Tokgozoglu, the President and CMO of @podcastpowertrain on Facebook as well as the host of the Beyond Homo Sapien podcast.  We have a fantastic discussion of some of the charitable works they are conducting to benefit natural disaster relief. We also discuss a little about how they can help you if you want to start a top tier podcast for your busines...

Jason Anderson is a Army vet (Apache pilot... you'll understand why i typed this 30 seconds in) He has a fantastic business designed to help military servicemembers with their transition from duty station to duty station.  His service goes above and beyond real estate to help with information and services at the new location as well.  If you want to know how to do business the right way take a lis...

I was very excited to have a conversation with today's guest. Al Bellamy ( On LinkedIN ) is the "the Marine who smiles at spreadsheets" He was an enlisted Marine who went to the dark side (kidding Al! ) As a part of that journey he turned around multiple underperforming units through the use of data analytics. If you own a business you need to hear how quality data can turn around your business! H...

Times they are a changing.. but Mike Demo had never heard that song... In today's episode I discuss my decision to shirk my responsibility to my family and take the easy route. I will also talk about the immediate ramifications it created. This quick hit episode is a reminder of the power of personal choice in your success.  This episode also gives updates on upcoming guests Albert Bellamy, Jason...