The Biztape

In an era where AI can generate content in seconds, building a memorable brand means standing out. You want to be the eye-catching house a block where everyone else painted their house the exact same color. AI generation can aggregate best practices, but real depth of connection in professional services still hinges on empathetic human trust. In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick sits down with...

Courtney Otte started The Modern Hive Interior Design at 22 — not out of confidence, but out of a fear that no one else would hire her. Fourteen years later, she runs a luxury, white-glove design firm that helps homeowners and business owners avoid the kind of costly mistakes that come from skipping professional guidance, like a client's $50,000 set of doors that never should have been ordere...

Cory Wilson saw firsthand how a single bad contract and a missing subcontractor payment could tear down a thriving business. Watching his father’s oil-field construction company collapse was the spark that eventually led Cory to open Resolute Law. In this episode, Cory sits down with Brodrick to discuss why so many business owners accidentally stumble into success without locking down legal protec...

It’s one thing to build a business, but it’s another to create a brand that captures life’s most meaningful moments. While a meeting with a local brewmaster initially pulled Zac Triemert  away from pre-med and into the world of brewing, it was caring for his terminally ill father years later that revealed the deeper purpose behind his work: using his craft to help people celebrate, commiserate, an...

It’s easy to print mission statements, but it’s a lot harder to get your entire team to live them out every day. When push comes to shove, is your company culture genuinely built on trust and shared values, or is it just surface-level slogans? In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick chats with organizational facilitator Lucy Lantis about what really goes into building workplaces people love. They...

For a financial advisor, a client can agree with every chart and every recommendation and still walk away thinking, "Why would I invest like that?" That's the problem Zach Conway, Founder and CEO of Seeds, is trying to solve. On this episode of The Biztape, we talk about the meeting that changed everything for Zach, and how it highlighted a bigger issue in the wealth management indu...

Most business owners think a brand is just a logo, a color palette, and a slogan. But what happens when your external marketing doesn't match who you actually are behind closed doors?  In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick sits down with Jodi Krymuza, founder of Authentically Yours Development, to talk about breaking free from corporate conformity and building a business that aligns with y...

Starting a business has a reputation for being glamorous, but for most founders, the early years are spent on a lonely island working 90-hour weeks. But what if there’s a better way to scale? In this episode of The BizTape, Brodrick sits down with Amber Crow, CEO of Midwest Disability Services, to talk about the grinding reality of entrepreneurship and the systems needed to survive it. They dig in...

Most business owners don’t realize they are paying a hidden tax every single day. It isn't a government fee, though. It’s the hours lost to manual data entry, the friction of switching between disconnected apps, and the “copy-and-paste” method of running a company. In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick sits down with Brandon Zobel, founder of Prosper Spark, to discuss how to stop the bleed...

Real estate is often pitched as the ultimate path to early retirement and "easy" passive income. But as any seasoned landlord knows, the gap between a social media highlight reel and a midnight plumbing emergency can be pretty costly. In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick chats with Phil Friedrich, co-owner of PassGo Real Estate, to pull back the curtain on the true cost of property i...

You've invested in a sales team. Maybe even hired great talent. But if your deals keep stalling at the same stage or falling apart right before the close, the problem probably isn't your people. In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick sits down with Christa Patton Fisher, a 20-year veteran in sales enablement and learning & development, to break down what sales enablement actually i...

Most firms invest in branding. New logos. New colors. A redesigned website. And yet… visitors still leave confused about what the business actually does. In this episode of The BizTape, Brodrick sits down with Josh Passler, founder of FinArt, to unpack what real brand strategy looks like and why design alone isn’t enough. Josh shares how a side project posting sketches on FinTwit turned into a ful...

Golf has a reputation problem because, for years, it’s been labeled expensive, exclusive, and reserved for retirees in Florida. But what if that’s old news? In this episode of The Biztape, Brodrick sits down with Casey Brown, manager of Net Par’s downtown Omaha location, to talk about the changing face of golf and the business strategy behind it.  They dig into: Why golf might not be the hardest s...

Season Two of The Biztape kicks off with Pete Brown, the first guy who jumped into the chaos with Brodrick when PodPony was barely more than a vision, a basement, and a Vegas trip with one hotel bed. We talk about building culture the hard way, hiring the wrong people, almost running out of time, and why most podcasts never make it past ten episodes. So why start a podcast? Here’s the truth: conte...

Meg Carpenter didn’t exactly plan to become one of the most recognized marketers in financial services — unless you count “I’ll take any paid internship” as a plan. Thirteen years later, she’s running a firm that’s shaking up how advisors think about growth, brand, and what “strategy” actually means. In this episode, she touches on: Crafting a marketing strategy that’s more than just busywork Spea...

Jennifer DiMotta shares how she went from biochemical specialist in the Army Reserves to scaling online businesses like Sports Authority from $50M to $250M. She breaks down what really drives growth:  Smart, efficient operations  Happy customers Data-driven decisions (not emotions) Plus, how platforms like Shopify opened the doors for everyday entrepreneurs and how Gen Z is changing how we all sho...

On this episode of the Biztape, Josh Jeske, founder of Terraform Tillage, shares how he created a technology that improves soil management and agriculture sustainability. Through his innovative app and understanding of soil compaction, Josh is already hurtling through the startup stages and talks with Brodrick about the successes and growing pains of being a business owner.  Key Takeaways: • How J...

Today Brodrick is joined by the minds behind Acres, a tech platform that is transforming the land investment sector by integrating technology and customer feedback to provide accessible land valuation data for professionals. This episode discusses the importance of building strong relationships through advice, the role of culture in business, and future land applications. Key Takeaways: • The chal...

Today, Brodrick is joined on The Biztape by Brittany Mason, Chief of Staff at Banríon Capital Management. She shares her extraordinary journey from modeling and pageantry to the finance industry. Brittany reveals the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way, including: • Experiences and insights from modeling in New York • The power of pageantry in young women's lives, both for good AN...

In this episode, Kara Cuddigan of Commerce Village joins us and dives into the post-pandemic work shift. We explore how co-working spaces are redefining professional balance. We tackle AT&T’s return-to-office mandate and its broader implications, from logistical hurdles to the emotional toll on employees navigating tough choices. Hear insights on working mothers, tech leaders’ stances, and how...

Join us as we chat with Mark Hasebroock, founder of Dundee Venture Capital, whose entrepreneurial journey started with selling moccasins in college and led to revolutionizing e-commerce. From dye-stained shoes to Walmart acquisitions, Mark’s story is packed with humor, resilience, and game-changing lessons on adapting, scaling, and thriving in business. Tune in for insights on customer care, the e...

In this episode, we chat with Zach McDonald from Clay Pigeon Communication about using podcasts and writing to build real connections. We explore how financial advisors and marketers can create authentic content, the role of AI in creativity, and tips to overcome writer’s block. Discover why storytelling is the key to content that truly resonates—whether in blogs, emails, or podcasts. Plus, get a...

In this episode, Candice Carlton shares her game-changing strategies for financial advisors (and beyond!) to stand out online—not for fame, but to create a digital ecosystem that attracts clients, referrals, and partnerships. Learn the secrets to keeping website visitors hooked with the “five-second rule” and how clear, concise messaging can drive growth in any industry. Authentic calls-to-action...

Why do some products stand out on the shelf? In this episode, Eric Preissler from Voltage Golf and packaging expert Adam Peek reveal the secrets of great design, from golf balls to Coca-Cola’s iconic glass bottles. We talk sustainability, trends in non-alcoholic drinks, and the psychology behind what makes you pick one product over another. Plus, Adam shares his escapades from the UN Climate Chang...

Eric Preissler turned his passion for golf into a business, but he also designed his business to help grow the game and increase the accessibility of the sport. From beginner tips to breaking dress codes, he’s shaking up the sport's old-school image.  To help his business grow, he realized he needed to make content. But that’s a lot scarier when you have no prior experience! Eric shares the u...