Entrepreneurs on Fire

Dave Schneider is the CoFounder of Shortlist.io, an inbound marketing agency that grew to 7 figures in revenue. He is also a world traveler having visited over 60 countries. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Stand out in a crowded market by leading with a unique value proposition. Differentiation is key to rising above the noise. 2. Replace yourself first when hiring. Hire in the order of freeing your time, th...

Father-son investors teaching high earners to think like a bank. Dave Stech built a private lending track record through multiple cycles, Josh Stech is CEO of Sundae and ex-Kiavi. They are also Hosts of Just Be The Bank. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Stop protecting money and start deploying it with structure. Banks don't ask "Is this safe?" they ask "Is this structured properly?" 2. Ownership carries risk...

Lisa Druxman is the founder of FIT4MOM, empowering moms through fitness and community. A bestselling author, speaker, and podcaster, she people level up their business and life. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Lasting success is built by taking small, consistent steps, not giant leaps. 2. Mastering time and energy as a parent-entrepreneur means doing less, but better. 3. Designing a life you love starts with...

Todd VanDuzer is the owner of 13 vein clinics, advising 50+ nationwide on digital marketing. Runs a functional medicine clinic and is currently assembling a roll-up targeting a $120-200M exit. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You don't need to reinvent the wheel. Choose a proven business model and do it better than others. Consistency and execution beat novelty. 2. Business growth comes in stages. From solopr...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2023. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Lauren Maffeo is an award-winning writer and designer whose first book, Designing Data Governance from the Ground Up, is in beta and debuted at #1 in the...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2023. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Eric Upchurch is the Co-Founder of Active Duty Passive Income, the premier military real estate investing education platform and community in the US, wit...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Matt Lents is an entrepreneurial CPA specializing in eCommerce, crypto, and real estate taxes, passionate about self-development, helping others, and tra...

Maggie Berghoff is the Founder & CEO of a top business mentorship program for health and wellness business owners.  She is passionate about helping health business owners build their businesses while prioritizing their lifestyles. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. High-ticket programs create deeper transformation because clients are fully committed and supported at a higher level. 2. Saturation isn't the p...

Sophia Deluz Bhan is the COO of Search Atlas Group, a $30M+ ARR portfolio of AI-powered search marketing platforms serving over 6000 clients worldwide. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You don't need to be ready to succeed; you just need to refuse to quit. 2. Scaling fast requires product-market fit and simple metrics, not overengineered systems. 3. Saying no to good revenue protects your vision and unlocks f...

Michael Leung is the Founder and CEO of The Flo Group in Calgary. He redefined how people experience sound with FLO – TruBalance 2.0, an innovative, inclusive, and affordable alternative to hearing aids. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Real disruption comes from solving accessibility and affordability problems, not incremental improvements. 2. Open-ear bone conduction technology can dramatically improve qual...

Ujwal Arkalgud built and sold his company for $60 million by learning the hidden rules of business no one talks about. Today he teaches founders how to out-see, not out-spend, the competition. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success isn't about resources; it's about understanding how credibility is recognized in your industry. 2. Credibility scales faster than competence, especially in a world flooded with A...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Cole Thomas Gordon grew his consulting company to 8 figures in 1.5 years and now trains sales teams of hundreds of 7- and 8-figure companies through Clos...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Chris Zissis builds automated YouTube channels for investors to generate passive income. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Leverage controversial moments to gain atte...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Dean Graziosi is a multiple-time NYT bestselling author, entrepreneur, investor, and sought-after speaker and consultant, presenting to audiences of over...

Sky Mitchell is the Founder and CEO of Basecamp Resorts (2017), a Western Canada–based mountain hospitality and wellness platform. Her vision is to create modern, experience-driven accommodations rooted in community, nature, and long-term demand. An avid skier, mountain biker, and snowmobiler, Sky lives in Canmore with her husband and two children and continues to build durable, experience-led hos...

Adam Erhart helps entrepreneurs build one-person marketing agencies that generate 6 or 7-figures with zero employees. His psychology-based approach has attracted millions online and clients at Google, Amazon, and Meta. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Building a seven-figure agency without employees is realistic when you master positioning, psychology, and systems instead of chasing scale. 2. Premium clients...

Adrien Treccani is CEO of the Swiss AI startup Supervised. After scaling Metaco to a $250M Ripple acquisition, he developed an anti-process philosophy that inspired his shift into voice-first AI. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Not knowing exactly how things will turn out can be an advantage; ignorance often fuels persistence and long-term success. 2. Most startups stall at 30–40 employees because communicat...

Rachel Dove is the founder of Dungeons Not Dating, a platform helping players find tabletop parties. After setbacks and a beta year, she rebuilt, learned to code, and relaunched with a waitlist-first growth strategy. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Traction is behavior, not enthusiasm. Likes and compliments don't equal conversions or retention. 2. Setbacks are data; they reveal skill gaps and show you exactl...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2023. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Daniel Rusteen is a prior Airbnb employee, author of best-selling book for Airbnb hosts "Optimize YOUR Bnb", and Airbnb guest of 2,000 nights. Top 3 Valu...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2023. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Barbara Schreihans is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach. She's a tax strategist who aids business owners in saving millions of dollars in taxes while...

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Michael Brandt is CEO and Co-Founder of HVMN, creators of Ketone-IQ, bringing ketones to the mainstream, backed by a16z and $6M from the U.S. Military. T...

Michael Browne is the celebrated co-founder of Kosta Browne, creator of CIRQ and CHEV wines, renowned for connecting people through exceptional winemaking rooted in craftsmanship, innovation, and personal passion. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. There is no such thing as overnight success. Mastery is built through years of hard work, failure, and persistence. 2. Craftsmanship comes from learning by doing, ma...

Christian Rasmussen is a visionary entrepreneur, researcher, and spiritual scholar pioneering the modern Amanita movement, merging science, myth, and sacred commerce to awaken global consciousness through Amentara and MN Nice Ethnobotanicals. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Some of the most impactful businesses are built not by force, but by stepping back and allowing a greater mission to unfold. 2. Mission-...

Bryan Guadagno is the founder of It's That Simple. Brand builder and operator turning contrarian food ideas into scalable business through positioning, systems, and relentlessly simple execution. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Simplicity is not a branding choice; it's one of the most powerful growth strategies in business. 2. Complexity quietly drains cash, focus, and momentum long before founders notice th...

Vivian Weyll, known as The Sales Queen, is a speaker and entrepreneur teaching psychology-driven influence that helps leaders and salespeople sell, lead, and communicate with authenticity and alignment. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Real sales success comes from influence and alignment not pressure or hustle. 2. Your income is a direct reflection of your nervous system's capacity to hold wealth. 3. When yo...