Epic Entrepreneurs

Unlock the secret to business relationships that not only last but thrive—discover why Theodore Roosevelt's wisdom holds the key to winning hearts in the corporate world. This episode peels back the layers of what it means to truly care about your clients and customers, a quality that speaks volumes beyond any product pitch or sales strategy. We're not just highlighting how to be more th...

Can happiness be a constant companion in our entrepreneurial voyage? This week's 'Always Be Happy' episode challenges the notion with a blend of wisdom from Bobby McFerrin's "Don't Worry, Be Happy" and actionable advice to light up your days. We dissect the 80/20 rule of happiness, revealing that while life's waves may rock our boat, setting sail towards con...

Ever received a business gift that genuinely made you feel valued? That's the power of thoughtful gifting we're unpacking on this week's Epic Entrepreneurs. We take you through an array of personal tales highlighting the ripple effect of well-chosen corporate gifts, from the practicality of a branded flashlight that saved me in a pinch, to a cunning puzzle that left me scratching my...

Do you ever wonder why the most successful people are often the most disciplined? Hold that thought because in this week's episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, we're dissecting discipline - the one attribute that distinguishes the good from the great, the mediocre from the epic. Get set to unravel the two types of discipline: external discipline, think parents, bosses, or coaches, and the ofte...

Imagine being 1% better every day. Sounds simple, right? Well, on this week's episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, we explore the extraordinary power of making small, manageable steps toward your larger goals. Taking inspiration from Matthew McConaughey's desire to meet the person he becomes in 10 years, we dive into how we grossly underestimate what we can achieve in a decade. Using James Cle...

Do you want to do more with your life and business? If so, start by becoming different! I share some powerful insights from my time working with Joe, a successful salesperson who mastered the art of asking. We will unpack the different types of questioning, including asking for information, for help, for what's next, and for directions. Most importantly, we delve into the importance of asking...

Have you dreamt of stepping away from the humdrum of corporate life and delving into entrepreneurial ventures of your own? Well, our guest today, Stacy Fields, did just that. With her family, she embarked on a journey of transforming a raspberry farm in Fletcher, North Carolina into a successful business venture, despite having no prior farming experience. Stacy's story is a masterclass in th...

Join us on our exciting journey with Holly Fisher, the creative mind behind Fisher Creative Marketing, as we unravel her inspiring transition from journalism to marketing. This enlightening episode is an opportunity to gain insights from Holly's entrepreneurial experience and learn valuable lessons about setting up a business, like understanding when to expand and how to price services effect...

Jason purchased an outdoor retail business in 2005 that was founded in 1971. He spent the next eleven years wearing various hats, from marketing to operations to inventory control and process improvement. Over his career in retail, he grew the business from $750k to $2m in sales and the team from 12 to 24. During this time, he volunteered as a business mentor and guide at Appalachian State Univers...

Connecting businesses and the locals they serve. First delivered in August 2005, DISCOVER HOMETOWN Magazine is published quarterly by Annamarie Jakubielski and is part of a family-owned business located in beautiful Western North Carolina. Over the years, DISCOVER HOMETOWN has grown to be the local savings and information resource guide everyone looks forward to receiving and using to save money,...

Don owns his firm MOVE Asheville Realty and has consistently been one of the top-producing Realtors in WNC year after year. He prides himself on honesty and integrity by using his passionate and heartfelt drive to serve his clients' best interests. He implements creative ideas using niche marketing to get his client's properties sold for the highest and best as quickly as possible. With...

Simply Noted has always been about building relationships through meaningful communication. Handwritten notes showcase a personal touch and make you stand out against competitors. Perfection should be at the top spot. At 25, I found myself in an unexpected position and didn’t know what my next step was going to be when I retired from my professional football career. But I have an ambitious drive t...

Brittany Bettini is an award-winning entrepreneur, writer, and philanthropist from Asheville, North Carolina. She is the founder and CEO of I Need A VA, Bettini Financial, and Bettini Business Academy. Over the last six years, Brittany has been the On-Site Chief Of Operations for her family's company, Clean Streak Incorporated. Her multiple businesses have been nominated for and received nume...

After high school, served in the USAF 1989-1993, Honorable discharge. Electrical apprentice in 1993 in New Mexico, relocated to Texas in 1994. Married Katrina in 1994, and we have a daughter and a son. We moved to NC in 1997, Katrina is a teacher and I earned my NC Electrical Contractors license.  Fast forward to 2010, when I became licensed in HVAC. That same year, we started Horizon with four pe...

Michael Manes is the director and co-owner of Blue Spiral 1 Gallery (Asheville, NC) - one of the Southeast’s most established galleries of contemporary fine art and craft. Michael earned his BFA from the Columbus College of Art and Design and started his career in Ohio at the Columbus Museum of Art, moving on to the exhibitions departments at the Akron Art Museum and the Cleveland Museum of Art. B...

The Warren Restoration Team Husband and wife owners, Josh and Toni Warren do whatever is necessary to provide the highest-quality service possible. When you suffer property damage — from a fire to a flood from a broken water pipe while you’re out of town — that trauma alone is difficult enough. Dealing with multiple contractors, insurance companies and even emergency responders makes your situatio...

Brian and Cheryl Stuller started Stuller Power Solutions as an Electrical Contracting business in 2000. They began with Brian doing small electrical jobs out of his personal truck, and Cheryl managing the monetary side. Finally, after much effort and many long days, Brian won the bid to wire an entire house. The couple hired their first employee, Artur, that same year. Artur was with them until hi...

Lesson: What’s Your Pricing Strategy?  Thanks for Listening. You may contact me or our team at https://billgilliland.biz/ All the best! Bill Please hit the subscribe button, leave us a 5 star review,  and share this podcast. You can reach me at williamgilliland@actioncoach.com or at https://billgilliland.biz/

Vikrant Shaurya is the Founder & CEO of Authors On Mission (formerly BestsellingBook.com). He has transformed his life by making his own bestselling book, dedicating his time to helping entrepreneurs, coaches, and thought leaders in producing their own bestselling book to generate high-quality leads, attract high-value clients, and skyrocket their authority. http://authorsonmission.com/ https:...

Lesson: What's the Role of a CEO? Thanks for Listening. You may contact me or our team at https://billgilliland.biz/ All the best! Bill Please hit the subscribe button, leave us a 5 star review,  and share this podcast. You can reach me at williamgilliland@actioncoach.com or at https://billgilliland.biz/

Lesson: How to Select a Business Coach? Thanks for Listening. You may contact me or our team at https://billgilliland.biz/ All the best! Bill Please hit the subscribe button, leave us a 5 star review,  and share this podcast. You can reach me at williamgilliland@actioncoach.com or at https://billgilliland.biz/

Lesson: Questions? - Part 2 Thanks for Listening. You may contact me or our team at https://billgilliland.biz/ All the best! Bill Please hit the subscribe button, leave us a 5 star review,  and share this podcast. You can reach me at williamgilliland@actioncoach.com or at https://billgilliland.biz/

Lesson: Questions? - Part 1 Thanks for Listening. You may contact me or our team at https://billgilliland.biz/ All the best! Bill Please hit the subscribe button, leave us a 5 star review,  and share this podcast. You can reach me at williamgilliland@actioncoach.com or at https://billgilliland.biz/

Lesson: Training 101 Thanks for Listening. You may contact me or our team at https://billgilliland.biz/ All the best! Bill Please hit the subscribe button, leave us a 5 star review,  and share this podcast. You can reach me at williamgilliland@actioncoach.com or at https://billgilliland.biz/

LESSON: How Easy Is Your Process? Thanks for Listening. You may contact me or our team at https://billgilliland.biz/ All the best! Bill Please hit the subscribe button, leave us a 5 star review,  and share this podcast. You can reach me at williamgilliland@actioncoach.com or at https://billgilliland.biz/