Expert In You

In this high-impact episode of Expert In You, Ann Carden tackles one of the biggest mistakes consultants and service-based entrepreneurs are making today: moving downmarket in response to AI, competition, and economic pressure. While many are lowering prices and chasing volume, Ann explains why this strategy leads straight into the competition trap—and how going upmarket is the real path to profit...

In this thought-provoking episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with renowned economist and leadership expert Dr. Don Barden to explore a bold prediction: women could dominate global leadership roles by 2028. Drawing from his research and insights from his book Here Come the Girls, Dr. Don breaks down the economic, cultural, and leadership trends driving this major global shift - and...

In this powerful episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Cathy Fyock, a renowned book coach who has helped over 275 authors bring their business books to life. If you’ve ever thought about writing a book - or wondered how authors leverage books to build authority, attract clients, and open new doors - this conversation breaks it down with clarity and strategy. Ann and Cathy explor...

In this inspiring episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Lesle Lane of Studio 13, a third-generation entrepreneur who transformed a traditional family photography business into a modern, scalable enterprise. From navigating succession without a clear roadmap to evolving through the shift from film to digital and now AI Lesle shares how she reimagined her business model to stay re...

In this eye-opening episode of Expert In You, Ann Carden reveals the one critical mistake that’s costing consultants, agency owners, and service-based entrepreneurs hundreds of thousands if not millions in lost revenue. If you’re working harder but not seeing exponential growth, the problem isn’t effort, it's elevation. Using her powerful “turtle vs. giraffe” analogy, Ann explains why so many expe...

In this insightful episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Mindy Flanigan, CEO and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspiring HR, to reveal how growing businesses can build strong, scalable HR systems - without hiring a full-time HR team. With nearly 20 years of experience, Mindy shares how founders can move from reactive people management to proactive, people-first infrastructure tha...

In this powerful episode of Expert In You, Ann Carden challenges one of the biggest myths in business growth: that success comes from doing more. Instead, she reveals how true 10X growth happens by elevating your positioning, targeting higher-level opportunities, and competing for bigger contracts - not more clients. Inspired by concepts from 10x Is Easier Than 2x and real-world experience, Ann br...

In this insightful episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden is joined by David Saxby, accomplished speaker, coach, and CEO of Spark Communications, to explore how speaking can become one of the most powerful drivers of business growth. With more than 2,500 presentations delivered worldwide, David shares how entrepreneurs and experts can leverage their voice - on stages, podcasts, webinars, and vi...

In this powerful episode of Expert In You, Ann Carden reveals how to turn speaking opportunities into serious revenue drivers - without relying on volume, email lists, or hope marketing. If you’re an entrepreneur, founder, or B2B expert who wants more than visibility from the stage, this episode breaks down how to engineer every speaking engagement for high-ticket client conversions and six- to se...

In this forward-thinking episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Scott Talley, founder of Network in Action (NIA), to explore how business networking is being reimagined for modern entrepreneurs and decision-makers. If you’re tired of outdated networking models, weekly meetings, repetitive elevator pitches, and pressure-based recruiting this conversation will open your eyes to a s...

In this high-impact episode of Expert In You, Ann Carden reveals how to transform speaking engagements into a predictable revenue engine for your business. If you’ve ever wondered how entrepreneurs generate $50,000 or even $100,000 days from a single stage, Ann breaks down the strategy behind it. With over 40 years of speaking experience, she shares how to move beyond “hope marketing” and engineer...

In this strategic episode of Expert In You, Ann Carden breaks down why your business growth today depends on how well your offline relationships and online positioning work together. Even if your best clients come from referrals, networking, or in-person conversations, decision-makers are still validating you online. Ann explains how to make sure what they find positions you as the only logical ch...

In this eye-opening episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Jasmine Jonte, CEO of a leading done-for-you course creation company - CRE8TION , to uncover the real truth behind turning expertise into profitable, scalable digital offers. If you’ve ever wondered whether online courses truly create passive income - or why so many experts struggle to make them work - this conversation d...

In this episode, host Ann Carden is joined by Gina Trimarco, organizational health strategist and founder of Carmen Communications, to explore an unexpected but powerful advantage in business success: improv comedy skills. Gina shares how she blends improv principles with consulting and leadership strategy to help organizations strengthen culture, improve decision-making, and create workplaces whe...

In this visionary episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden is joined by Aurora Winter - award-winning screenwriter, TV producer, and CEO of Same Page Publishing - for a powerful conversation on how experts can stand out, scale, and thrive in the age of AI. Aurora shares how storytelling remains the ultimate differentiator as technology evolves and how experts can combine human creativity with AI...

In this forward-looking episode of Expert In You, Ann Carden breaks down what’s really coming next for consultants, coaches, and professional service providers as we move into 2026 and beyond. Drawing from major industry research by McKinsey and Deloitte, Ann unpacks how AI is reshaping professional services, increasing competition, and accelerating the divide between commodity experts and premium...

In this high-impact episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden is joined by Adam Torres, co-founder of Mission Matters Media and best-selling author of One Billion Podcast, to break down why right now is the most powerful time in history to launch a podcast - and how to do it the smart way. Adam shares his journey from recording raw, unedited conversations on a cell phone to launching 250+ podcasts...

In this powerhouse episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Bradley Jacobs, founder and CEO of MyLance, to reveal how to grow your business and authority on LinkedIn using authentic content, smart AI tools, and trust-driven strategies. From building new business lines at Uber to leading an AI-powered platform for consultants, Bradley shares his insider perspective on how LinkedIn s...

In this high-impact episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden reveals how to scale your business by elevating - not complicating your model. If you’re a coach, consultant, or expert entrepreneur,  tired of hustling for growth, this episode shows you how to simplify your structure, reposition yourself as a trusted advisor, and attract high-level clients willing to pay premium rates for your experti...

In this empowering episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Ellie Hobert, independent consultant and leadership coach, to share the real roadmap for leaving corporate life and building a thriving consulting business - especially for moms ready to redefine success on their own terms. With over a decade of experience in management consulting, Ellie reveals how she made the leap from...

In this powerful episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Fractional CFO Stas Sukhinin to demystify the financial side of business growth - especially for healthcare entrepreneurs and clinic owners. With years of experience helping multi-million-dollar healthcare businesses scale profitably, Stas reveals how to build strong financial foundations, cut unnecessary expenses, and final...

In this high-impact episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden reveals the six powerful strategies that help entrepreneurs and consultants break through their revenue ceiling and finally scale beyond inconsistent income. If you’re tired of working hard but not growing fast enough, this episode is your roadmap to higher profits and better clients. Ann unpacks why so many experienced experts get stuc...

In this deeply transformative episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden sits down with Dr. Brian Arnold (Dr. B) to unpack the powerful “Be, Do, Have” principle - a framework that reshapes how entrepreneurs and leaders approach growth, purpose, and fulfillment. Dr. B shares his journey from chasing validation and “doing more” to realizing that true success begins with who you become, not what you a...

In this thought-provoking episode of Expert In You, host Ann Carden talks with Laura Neri Baebler, Founder & CEO of LNB Studios, about the hidden connection between architecture, human emotion, and performance. With over 30 years of experience and more than 800 projects completed, Laura reveals how purpose-driven, human-centered design can transform commercial spaces into environments that ins...

In this episode, host Ann Carden sits down with Adi Klevit, founder of Business Success Consulting Group. Adi shares her journey from solopreneur to leading a team of consultants, emphasizing the critical importance of documented processes, streamlined systems, and the right mindset for sustainable growth - especially during periods of rapid expansion. Ann and Adi dive into the real-world challeng...