Business On Purpose Podcast

In this episode of the Business On Purpose podcast, host Barry Barrett with guest Taylor Milliken engage in a candid conversation about the delicate balance between ambition and burnout. Taylor opens up about the challenges he faces in striving for excellence and how it occasionally feels like he's caught in a relentless "rat race." He expresses concern about pushing himself to the...

In this episode of The Business On Purpose podcast, host Barry Barrett welcomes Aldo Gomez, the lead sales trainer at Business With Purpose. Aldo shares his remarkable journey in the world of sales, offering valuable insights and experiences. Here's a summary of their conversation: * Learning Through Experience: Aldo's early sales training was primarily a result of on-the-job learning an...

Ben Lampron is Chief Operating Officer and Integrator at Gassen Company, a property management and construction business, headquartered in Eden Prairie, MN.  Ben joined Gassen in 2022 and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the company.   Ben also leads the executive team in developing and executing the long-term growth strategy for the Gassen businesses.  He is driven by his commitmen...

Doug C. Brown is the CEO of CEO Sales Strategies and a Sales Revenue and Profit Growth Expert. He is the creator of the Top 1% Academy, where he trains on how to sell to buyers, whether they be CEOs, business owners, or entrepreneurs, and how to be in the top 1% of sales earners doing so. Doug has coached, consulted, and advised companies and thousands of people in business including Enterprise-Re...

- Strategy is the what and the planning is the how - Introduction: In this episode of the Business On Purpose podcast, host Barry Barrett interviews guest Carm Capriotto, an expert in the automotive aftermarket industry and hosts his own podcast Remarkable Results Radio. They discuss their mission to advance the aftermarket and help people excel in their businesses and lives. Carm also shares his...

In this episode, we dive into the unique mentor-mentee relationship between Barry and his mentor, Dan Gilley. Over the course of four to five years, Dan imparted invaluable knowledge and life lessons that surpassed expectations. Barry reflects on their time together, the importance of tough love, and the enduring bond that goes beyond professional connections. Highlights: Unexpected Discoveries: ...

In this episode, host Barry Barrett interviews Jim Coyle, a seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse background in various industries. Jim shares his early experiences as a young entrepreneur, starting with his jewelry design and sales company in high school, where he made thousands of dollars selling jewelry out of his locker. Even during college, Jim continued his entrepreneurial endeavors by contin...

In this episode Barry Barrett interviews Therese, a healthcare consultant and keynote speaker based in Dallas, Texas.  Therese draws upon her 20+ years of experience in hospitals and healthcare staffing to empower leaders who struggle with imposter syndrome and self-doubt. Her consulting firm specializes in accreditation change management training and leadership development, helping organizations...

Episode 25: Cole Barrett is Barry's 22 y/o nephew; and is the current Sales & Marketing Manager and Integrator at Auto Excel, in which Cole's dad started and owns. Cole's Leadership Role:  Cole discusses his current leadership roles at Auto Excel.  He serves as the marketing and sales manager, and he is the Integrator involved in implementing EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Syste...

Join us for an insightful episode as we dive into the world of speech therapy with Bev Jessup, a highly experienced speech language therapist from the UK. With over 30 years of expertise, Bev made a pivotal transition to online therapy to expand her client base to reach individuals around the globe. She also discusses her role in training other speech therapists to excel in online practice, enabli...

On today's episode, we will be discussing the life and work of Matan, a man who has dedicated himself to transforming the lives of others. Matan is known for his creativity, dedication, compassion, and honesty. Over the past 20 years and in over 20,000 sessions, he has employed and taught many modalities, including hypnosis, therapeutic movement, yoga, Pilates, meditation, wellness and transf...

The Copy Closer, with Yvette Haughton On today’s episode of the Business On Purpose podcast, we are interviewing Yvette Haughton from Jamaica. She is a copywriter, and works primarily remote and online with her clients.  In previous episodes, we have talked with experienced and seasoned entrepreneurs and getting advice for all stages of growing a business. Yvette is very much in the growth and sta...

On this week's podcast episode, I interviewed Justin Barrett (no relation - that we know of!) from Cornelia, GA and owner of Barrett Automotive.  His story is one that a lot of entrepreneurs can relate to, as he started his business in a barn.  And grew from there.  I love how he now, with 2 locations, takes his new hires back to "the barn" to show them where it all started.  How di...

In this podcast episode, Jon LoDuca, the founder of Playbook Builder, shares how he discovered his unique approach to helping successful individuals scale their businesses. Jon talks about entrepreneurism, using wisdom as an asset, and what to do with it. Rather than trying to be the expert in the room, John embraced his role by asking questions, asking his clients the tough questions that challen...

In this special episode, timed perfectly after the Master's weekend, we sit down with Tyrus York, a PGA teaching professional and co-owner of the High Performance Golf Academy in Lexington, KY. With an impressive golf career of his own, Tyrus now focuses on teaching both kids and adults how to play and provides lessons at his own Academy. Join us as we dive into Tyrus's journey from bein...

Meet Phillip Petrie - Entrepreneur and Home Improvement Expert - co-owner of Craftsmen Contractors in Lexington, KY.  I welcome Phillip Petrie, who is a client and specializes in roofing, windows, doors, and other exterior home improvement services.  Phillip is a serial entrepreneur with big ideas, he has been entrepreneurial since he was young and was always selling or building something.  He fou...

I'm speaking with one of the Bates' brothers on today's episode of the Business On Purpose podcast, Jeremy Bates.  He is an owner of Bates Security in Lexington, KY, a 2nd generation family business.  He talks about their Core Values, and how he lives them out in every decision he makes for his business and his team.  This is an exceptional company with a awesome brother duo leading...

On today's episode of the Business On Purpose Podcast, I'm talking to Joe Hanson, owner of Gordy's Garage in Michigan, now with several locations. From growing up as a kid in the family business to owning the business, he talks about how that changed his perspective over time.  And how did a Leadership Team change his business?  Wow.  He was almost speechless to explain it.  Listen...

On today's episode of the Business On Purpose Podcast, we hear from Kim Garmon Hummel, owner of Sauce Agency (previously Sauce Marketing).  They changed their name recently to Sauce Agency because they have grown and now do more than marketing! Kim talks about many different topics of great value, including the importance of processes and documenting them, the relationship between sales and m...

On today's episode of the Business On Purpose Podcast, Barry talks with owner of Top Rep Sales Training, Chuck Thokey. Chuck has been in the Sales industry for 20+ years and has taken all his experiences, seen what works and what doesn't work, and created his own system that has proven results. With Barry's extensive experience in sales and now with a sales training company plus Chu...

On today's episode, Barry interviews the energetic Troy McCracken. He is the owner of TMG in Cincinnati, OH. His spirit is contagious, and fits Barry's nature of comedic relief and laughable moments for a fun interview! Troy's story is likely relatable to so many entrepreneurs - little to no experience in sales, business, or technology, but he knew he wanted to start his own busines...

Did you get a chance to listen to last weeks episode with Amy Holtz, Certified EOS Implementer? In that episode, Barry mentioned what you guys didn't get to hear was Amy asking Barry a bunch of questions for the first 30 minutes of their call, before her interview officially started. Well, luckily the recording had already started and it was all captured on tape. And it's too good to kee...

I had a great conversation with Certified EOS Implementer, Amy Holtz. She is a ball of energy!  She has a great background in multiple business ventures, which ultimately has helped her become an excellent EOS Implementer. Her specialty is helping other companies grow and get what they want from their business.  Join us as she discusses how the need to learn is so important.  Always learning.  Alw...

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Gary Mottershead is the President at GCP Industrial Products, and doubles as a Business Coach at Strategic Coach. Being an entrepreneur is unconventional and there is no playbook. Gary will give his insights on how this is true, and the lessons he has to tell new entrepreneurs of what not to do! Gary has been Barry’s coach for the past 2 years at Strategic Coach, and helped Barry grow as an entrep...