Do Good Work

In this episode, Raul welcomes Stacy Brown Randall, an author, speaker, podcast host, and expert in generating referrals without asking for them. They discuss her new book, 'The Referable Client Experience,' and the significance of client experience in business growth. Stacy shares strategies on how to create a referable client experience, including understanding hot zones, identifying referral mo...

In this episode of the podcast, I welcome Robert Heath Sr., CEO of the Legacy Leadership Consulting Group, as he delves into empowering high-achieving professionals to overcome overwhelm and align their lives with purpose. Robert discusses the true definition of success, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's actions, thoughts, attitudes, and daily activities with their innate purpose. Throu...

In this episode of the Do Good Work podcast, I welcome Ana, the founder and President of Ground Control Research. Ana shares her journey and expertise in helping brands and agencies replace assumptions with actionable insights to fuel marketing strategy. We discuss the importance of focusing on core market territories, effective ways to communicate and expand market offerings, and the use of inter...

Join Raul as he dives deep into the world of business positioning with Jason Brewer, the founder and CEO of Brolik, who brings over two decades of experience in growth marketing. Jason discusses the ongoing debate between niching down versus maintaining a generalist approach in service-based businesses. Sharing examples from his own journey and insights from the book 'Range,' he talks about the be...

In this episode, Raul interviews Regina Bethencourt, the visionary behind Tenuto Consulting and a marketing expert specializing in brand identity, website, and marketing strategies. Regina shares her journey from working in a traditional PR agency to founding Tenuto in 2018, motivated by her experience as a new mother. She discusses how Tenuto empowers talented moms by offering flexible work sched...

In this episode of the podcast, we feature Gledsley Müller, a business coach and owner of Digivate Digital Marketing, who shares his extraordinary journey from working as a frontend developer to acquiring and transforming that same digital marketing agency. Gledsley discusses the challenges and strategies involved in shifting from traditional agency models to modern, client-focused approaches. Key...

In this episode, Raul dives into the journey of Cynthia Abbott Kerr and Richard Kerr, the power couple behind Wellpay AI. Cynthia, a former corporate executive, shares how a trip to Japan and Rich's encouragement led her to start a business focused on helping other companies design and align their pay strategies using AI. The discussion touches on the complexities of building an AI-driven company,...

In this episode, Raul delves into why many professionals feel underpaid and reveal the true reason behind it—how you measure value. Discover the importance of changing perceptions and beliefs in your clients, strategies for auditing your value, and the five steps to ensure you focus on transformational results rather than mere services. Learn how to reposition your offerings, attract the right cli...

In this episode, Raul dives deep into a real-life conversation with a legendary entrepreneur struggling with a failing marketing funnel. Discover why starting from scratch is a mistake and learn how to effectively refresh your marketing efforts by tweaking your front-end elements like messaging, headlines, hooks, and visuals. Get actionable tips to identify and fix issues to ensure your proven pro...

In this episode, Raul explores three strategic lenses to help you navigate market expansion and innovation. Whether you're entering a new market, launching a new offering, or capturing market share during disruptions, these steps will guide your journey. He dives into identifying historical context, analyzing future scenarios, and grounding decisions in unchanging principles. Learn how to qualify...

In this episode, Raul discusses the effective implementation of AI across your business ecosystem without causing fear or job insecurity among team members. Learn about the key business areas—sales and marketing, product fulfillment, and operations—that can benefit from AI. Discover a framework to identify high-level tasks, map daily habits, and start embedding technology to amplify your team's po...

In this episode, Raul dives deep into the concept of predictability in revenue for service-based companies. Learn about the challenges of project-based work and how to transition towards recurring, predictable revenue streams. Discover tactical and strategic methods to offer clients ongoing value through subscriptions, milestone-based payments, and smaller initial projects. He explored the importa...

In this episode, Raul explores why cold outreach never fails when done with the right mindset. The key? Building meaningful relationships. Rather than focusing on volume and quick wins, the focus should be on understanding the needs of the person you are reaching out to and how you can add value to their life or business. Raul shared real-life examples and strategies to illustrate how this approac...

In this episode, Raul shares personal reflections gained from training for a half iron man, focusing on the importance of the quality of inputs in determining success. The discussion highlights two key factors: finding something you love about your tasks and maintaining a healthy obsession. He emphasizes that while physical exertion requires hard work, mental tasks benefit more from passion and he...

Raul explores the misconceptions around AI taking over business functions and emphasizes the necessity of human involvement in the implementation process. He discusses practical approaches to applying AI for enhancing productivity and profitability in your business. The key focus is on two essential offers: teaching people to execute specific actions for tangible outcomes and providing done-for-yo...

Leadership Coach Daniel Ludevig joins Raul Hernandez on the pod to discuss his unique journey from various industries to leadership coaching. Daniel elaborates on his approach to modern leadership, emphasizing the importance of instilling ownership mentality within teams and fostering leadership cultures in startups and scale-ups. He introduces his leadership program, 'The Modern Leader,' which co...

Raul Hernandez dives deep into how artificial intelligence can be leveraged for exponential growth in businesses. He discusses the importance of understanding frameworks, identifying appropriate applications of AI, and developing efficient workflows. Viewers will learn how to profitably integrate AI into marketing, sales, and operations, focusing on tasks such as data management, content creation,...

In this episode, Raul delves into the nuances of effective messaging strategies in the current marketplace. Join him as he discusses with Richard, an expert from Provoke Agency, about the shift from high-volume email blasts to strategic and thoughtful communication. Learn how to put your client at the center of your message, improve cold outreach success rates, and understand the pitfalls of over-...

Feeling overwhelmed by your agency's operations? Join Raul Hernandez as he chats with Leah Leaves, founder and CEO of Alderaan Operations Solutions, about elevating your agency from a chaotic grind to a well-oiled machine. Discover how Leia embeds fractional ops professionals to transform your team dynamics, streamline systems, and reignite your original vision. Dive into the crucial components of...

Raul Hernandez discusses the three major constraints affecting service businesses—lead generation and deal creation, operations, and leadership. He provides actionable insights and steps on how to address each of these aspects to ensure long-term business success. Raul dives deep into topics like improving your marketing and sales strategies, enhancing customer experience through optimized operati...

Demystifying AI: Use Cases, Privacy & Recommendations With Varun Grover In this podcast episode, Varun Grover, a developer turned product marketing leader, shares his journey from coding to leading in the AI space. Varun, who runs a popular YouTube channel on generative AI, discusses his passion for AI, the importance of experimenting with new tools, and how companies can balance innovation wi...

Scaling Your Business with Your Spouse Without Relationship Ruin with Kyle and Ariel Tresch  In this podcast episode, host Raul talks to Kyle and Ariel, a couple who juggle marriage and business together. They share their journey of overcoming their 'anti-honeymoon phase', where early struggles in balancing their romantic and entrepreneurial lives led them to create unique strategies for success....

In this episode, Grant Hushek, head of GrantBot Co., an automation consulting and no-code agency, joins the pod to discuss the power of no-code solutions. Grant explains how his firm helps founders and their teams save time by automating repetitive tasks, often without needing complex AI models. The conversation delves into the common misconceptions about AI in automation, the importance of struct...

Mastering Performance Advertising with Hal Smith, Founder of H Street Digital In this podcast episode, the host welcomes Hal Smith, founder of H Street Digital, a performance advertising agency helping 8-figure DTC brands achieve over $1M in monthly e-commerce revenue. Hal discusses his experience managing $150M+ in ad campaigns and shares insights on profit-focused advertising strategies. Key top...

Join us in this episode as we talk to Sara Murray, a sales consultant, trainer, and speaker, who shares her insights on prospecting and business development. Sarah discusses her approach of adding value in every interaction, bridging the gap framework for sales, and the importance of creativity and genuine interest in building business relationships. Learn how to enhance your communication skills,...