Creating Powerful Impact

In this powerful re-release, Shay sits down with Brian Galke — The People Problem Solver — to explore the subtle but transformational skill of reading faces, understanding non-verbal cues, and communicating in a way that actually lands. Brian went from introverted help-desk employee to Regional VP overseeing a $40M book of business… and he credits one thing: Learning how to read people accurately...

Your client wants to host an event… now what? In this 10-minute mini training, Shay explains exactly what to look for when a client says they want to host an event — whether it’s a summit, a lead-generation event, a retreat, a fulfillment event, or a high-ticket enrollment event. She shares the real questions that must be answered first, including vision, purpose, intention, the offer being sold,...

What happens when a physician stops chasing security and starts embodying freedom? In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact, Dr. Param Baladandapani , Founder & CEO of Generational Wealth MD, joins Shay Wheat to share the identity shift that changed everything, from radiologist to real-estate investor to transformational leader. Param reveals how hosting her first live event, the Physicians...

After betrayal, burnout, and rebuilding from scratch, Brit Nicole—founder of The Unstoppable SheEO— discovered that scaling sustainably isn’t about pushing harder, it’s about leading from a regulated nervous system. In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact, Brit opens up about what it really takes to rebuild after loss, how trauma can become the catalyst for alignment, and why “doing the work”...

What if the smartest move you could make as a founder… was firing yourself? In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact , Shay Wheat sits down with Jesse Gilmore , Founder & CEO of Niche in Control and creator of the Leverage for Growth™ framework. After running three unsustainable businesses, Jesse discovered the systems that gave him back his time, his sanity, and his profits. Together, Shay...

If your business is growing but your bank account isn’t — this episode will change the way you look at profit. Founder, CFO, and strategist Michael Barbarita joins Shay to reveal how small, intentional financial shifts can transform chaos into clarity and scale your business without adding more hours. Michael grew a company from $2.5M to $8M by fixing what most founders ignore — hidden revenue lea...

Coach Jackie Cote proves that freedom and profits don’t require a massive funnel. In this episode, she and Shay unpack the soul-led strategies behind her sold-out retreats, her “spaghetti strategy” for scaling, and how to know when an offer is aligned vs. just another hustle. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why Jackie’s “spaghetti strategy” built the foundation of her 6-figure business How she...

Most people think you need high-ticket offers or complicated funnels to scale a creative business. Ali Kay proves otherwise. Ali is a contemporary artist, educator, and founder of Fresh Paint , a thriving membership community that boasts a stunning 94% monthly retention rate . She’s also the creator of Paint Week , a 5-day online event that has drawn over 8,000 participants and welcomed thousands...

Your image is saying more than you think. In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact , Shay Wheat sits down with Paul Fishman, founder of Image Alchemy , to uncover how aligning your image shapes trust, leadership, and influence. Paul reveals why style isn’t about performance, it’s about presence, and how leaders can shift the beliefs that keep them hiding in plain sight. You’ll hear stories of t...

You gave everything to your event: The energy, the content, the connection. The audience was engaged, taking notes, and fully present. But when it came time to enroll… silence. In this solo episode of Creating Powerful Impact , host Shay Wheat shares why this happens and reveals the hidden reason your event isn’t converting. Drawing from her years of producing high-ticket events, Shay explains the...

In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact , Shay Wheat sits down with Owen Chambers, CEO and Co-Founder of The Professional Builder, an international company that has helped over 650 custom home builders scale with systems, client acquisition strategies, and high-ticket conversion events. A marketer first, Owen reveals why live events still outperform funnels in 2025 and how he used nothing but...

Are you high functioning on the outside but stuck in loops of anxiety or self-doubt on the inside? In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact , host Shay Wheat sits down with Human Potential Coach Curtis McCullom, founder of Bespoke Human Potential Coaching and creator of the L.G.E.T. Mindset™ framework. With over 35 years of experience, Curtis helps CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs eliminate su...

David Price went from starting over to building a 7-figure virtual business in under a year. But his biggest breakthrough wasn’t just success — it was creating a system that others could duplicate. David is a self-made entrepreneur, founder, and agency builder who has hired and trained over 5,000 agents. His model is built on simplicity, duplication, and systems that empower everyday people — from...

What if you could scale a 7-figure business—without funnels, without sales calls, and without burnout? In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact , Shay Wheat sits down with Lauren Tickner, founder of Scale Systems, to reveal the invisible infrastructure behind her organic client acquisition machine. Lauren has cracked the code on using AI, systems, and strategic content to scale—while keeping he...

In this powerful episode, Shay sits down with Ryan Deiss , Founder and CEO of The Scalable Company and the visionary behind Traffic & Conversion Summit and DigitalMarketer.com . You’ve seen Ryan on stage. You’ve probably used his frameworks. But today, he shares the untold story behind the brand that changed marketing—and what it cost him to walk away. This isn’t another funnel-hacking intervi...

What if the path to financial freedom wasn’t coaching, courses, or even real estate... but flipping websites? This week on Creating Powerful Impact , Shay Wheat sits down with digital investor and eBusiness Institute co-founder Matt Raad , who helps everyday people— without tech skills —create sustainable income online by buying and renovating websites. In this episode, Matt shares: How he started...

What if your business could land government contracts and run without you in the weeds? In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact , Shay Wheat sits down with Sam Cody, founder of Savannah Services Group and a strategic partner to dozens of small businesses scaling in the federal contracting space. Sam shares how he helps contractors grow through acquisitions, joint ventures, and systems that act...

What if your story could scale a movement—and rewire your brain for wealth in the process? In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact , host Shay Wheat is joined by bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and Thought Leader Academy founder Sara Connell . After going from earning $20K a year to building a multi-million dollar business, Sara now helps coaches, authors, and experts turn personal transform...

What if your biggest marketing asset—your email list—was actually sabotaging your business? In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact , Shay Wheat is joined by marketing automation pioneer Dave Lee , co-founder of PlusThis, SixthDivision, and ListDefender. They uncover the silent killers of your deliverability, why bots are poisoning your forms with fake contacts, and how most entrepreneurs are...

If your business looks successful on the outside but feels misaligned on the inside… this episode is for you. This week on Creating Powerful Impact , host Shay Wheat is joined by Steffani LeFevour, soul strategist, bestselling author, and founder of the Soul Happy Movement, to explore what it really takes to grow a business that feels like you . Steffani shares how she went from resisting her inne...

Scaling your business can feel like navigating a maze, but what if it could feel like taking a breath of fresh air? In this powerful rerelease, Christine Campbell Rapin of Clear Acceleration Inc. joins Shay Wheat to illuminate the path from six to seven figures with simplicity, strategy, and soul. Together, they unpack what it takes to grow sustainably, without burning out your team or overcomplic...

Meet Ryan Davis: Digital pioneer. Political strategist. COO of People First—the first influencer agency dedicated to Democratic politics, public health, and social good. With past campaigns including Obama's 2012 campaign, marriage equality, and Alicia Keys' justice work, Ryan brings decades of digital leadership to the table. What do political campaigns, nonprofit fundraising, and fridge cleaners...

Struggling to fill your event without draining your time, energy, or ad budget? In this episode, I’m sharing the exact 7 event marketing strategies we use to consistently sell out client events—without relying on hype, massive teams, or last-minute scrambles. Whether you're planning your first enrollment event or you're a seasoned speaker looking to scale attendance, this episode is your blueprint...

Tired of feeling invisible, no matter how good you are? Authority isn’t given — it’s built. In this episode, Shay Wheat is joined by Christine Blosdale, Expert Authority Coach™, who shares how to build credibility, monetize your expertise, and scale without hustle or burnout. You’ll learn: How to overcome impostor syndrome and claim your space Why podcasting is the new business stage How collabora...

What if your offer isn’t broken—your strategy is? In this 16-minute episode, Shay Wheat unpacks the real reason one seasoned sales expert spent $30K on ads, ran four virtual events… and still walked away with zero sales. (Spoiler: It wasn’t because she couldn’t sell.) If you've ever launched something with high hopes only to hear crickets, this is your wake-up call. Shay walks you through the exac...