Hard Hat to CEO with Chris Gilman

In this episode of A Titan’s Tale, Chris G. interviews Frank Rizzo, a real estate investor and mobile home community operator. Starting his career at just 13, Frank’s entrepreneurial path led him from a snack cake business to investing in mobile home parks across the Sunbelt. He shares the insights and experiences that shaped his journey, emphasizing the importance of a business mindset, resilienc...

In this insightful episode of A Titan's Tale, Chris G. interviews seasoned negotiator Patrick Griffin, uncovering the crucial strategies that lead to successful, mutually beneficial agreements. Patrick shares his expert advice on approaching negotiations with a preparation-focused mindset, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's priorities, having alternative options, and addressing obje...

In this episode of A Titan’s Tale, Chris G. sits down with digital marketing strategist Pamela Joan Dale to dive deep into the journey of building a purposeful business. Pamela shares her early struggles and the surprising realization that rapid growth wasn't her ultimate goal. She discusses the importance of aligning work with personal values and choosing a sustainable path to success. Now a digi...

Join host Chris G. as he sits down with Alan Lazaros, an inspiring motivational speaker, coach, and co-host of the global top 100 podcast “Next Level University”. Alan’s journey is one of resilience, having risen above a tough upbringing and life-altering events to build a successful life by design. In this episode, he shares powerful insights on achieving fulfillment, the importance of humble beg...

Join Chris G. as he interviews Christopher Terzakos, a former baseball player turned construction leader, who has been at the forefront of some of the largest projects in the U.S. Christopher discusses his lifelong passion for both baseball and building, the challenges he faced in his career, and the importance of giving back. This episode delves into how sports and construction have helped him in...

In this episode of A Titan's Tale, host Chris G. sits down with Daniel Seligman, a first-time founder and CEO who transformed his decade of sales experience into a thriving global talent business. Daniel shares his entrepreneurial journey, from navigating early side hustles to building "Hire with Talent," a company that helps North American businesses source top-tier talent from South Africa. He d...

In this episode of A Titan's Tale, Chris G. sits down with Carolyn Bennett-Sullivan, an entrepreneur, business coach, TEDx speaker, and author of Get the Fck Out*. Carolyn shares her journey of building a successful business and the importance of overcoming fear to unlock personal and professional growth. She delves into the power of mindset in navigating challenges, how setting clear expectations...

In this episode of A Titan's Tale, host Chris G. sits down with Joshua Sanabria, CEO of Go Architect, to explore his journey from publishing and early business challenges to leading a successful urban planning and technology firm in Chicago. Joshua shares his insights into starting a company, the importance of a strong team, and how Go Architect has evolved to focus on architectural services that...

In this inspiring episode of A Titan’s Tale, host Chris G. sits down with fitness innovator and cancer survivor Fitz Koehler. A prominent race announcer and fitness professional, Fitz shares her incredible journey from building a successful fitness business to battling breast cancer while continuing to motivate millions. She opens up about the challenges of cancer treatment, the importance of main...

In this episode of A Titan’s Tale, Chris G. interviews Gerry Strain, Director of Football at Hamilton Academical FC and a successful business owner. Gerry opens up about the personal and professional challenges of managing both a football club and a business. He shares his approach to recruiting in both arenas and how trust, honesty, and communication are key to building strong teams. From his hum...

Join Chris G. as he dives into a fascinating conversation with Henry Woodman, a seasoned entrepreneur, angel investor, and Emmy-nominated executive producer. With over three decades of experience in the travel, technology, and media industries, Henry shares his journey from founding and scaling IcePortal, a leading SaaS platform for the travel industry, to selling it to Shiji Group. Learn how he l...

In this episode of "A Titan's Tale," host Chris G. sits down with an AI expert, Ashley Gross, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the business landscape. Learn how AI can help entrepreneurs build and scale their businesses quickly, from idea validation to automating repetitive tasks. Ashley shares a compelling success story from her community and introduces her upcoming book on...

In this episode of "A Titan's Tale," host Chris Gilman sits down with a seasoned entrepreneur from California who shares her incredible journey from corporate life to building multiple successful businesses. The guest dives into her experiences of starting a viral Facebook group, scaling an Etsy store to six figures, and growing a brick-and-mortar hair company to a million dollars in revenue withi...

In this episode of "A Titan's Tale," host Chris Gilman interviews John Renken, an Army veteran, CEO of Sales Platoon Skill Bridge, and a 6-time MMA champion. John shares his journey from the military to mastering the art of sales, helping transitioning veterans achieve six-figure incomes in the tech industry. He discusses the critical role of consistency in sales, the challenges of transitioning f...

In this episode of A Titan's Tale, Stephen Jarvis Morris, a retired Army veteran, opens up about his challenging journey from military service to the business world. Struggling with the transition to civilian life, Stephen faced personal and professional hurdles until a mentor helped him adapt and thrive. He discusses the critical lessons he learned about effective communication, building strong c...

In this episode of "The Titan's Guide," Chris Gilman and Nicole Richards dive deep into the pervasive issue of burnout. Nicole, an expert in career reinvention, shares her personal journey from business burnout to finding renewed purpose and fulfillment. Learn practical strategies for identifying the signs of burnout, how to realign your goals, and the importance of balancing personal interests wi...

In this episode of A Titan's Tale, host Chris Gilman sits down with John Chappelear, a renowned leader and consultant, to explore his journey from traditional business to transformative leadership. John shares invaluable insights on the importance of emotional connections in leadership, how to navigate the challenges of scaling a business, and the power of aligning personal and professional goals....

In this episode of “A Titan's Tale”, host Chris Gilman sits down with Sean Douglas, a seasoned entrepreneur and former military member, to discuss how the military instilled in him a powerful mindset: "say yes and figure it out." Sean shares his journey from a teenager in the Knights of Columbus to building cars and envisioning future projects like a horse property for veteran therapy. They delve...

Join host Chris Gilman in this enlightening episode of A Titan's Tale as he sits down with Lisa Apolinski, hailed as "America’s Digital Content Futurist" by Forbes.com. Lisa has helped businesses generate over $1.5B in new revenue growth and is a renowned author and speaker in AI, content, and branding. In this episode, Lisa delves into the power of a positive personal brand and how it can be a ga...

In this enlightening episode of "A Titan's Tale," we are joined by Sara Vatore, a Nervous System Regulation & Embodiment Specialist and Mentor, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Peak Performance Coach, and MELT Method Instructor. Sara shares her remarkable journey from being a competitive athlete to becoming a transformative mentor and coach. Dive deep into her unique process for goal-setting and...

Dive into the world of branding and messaging with Glenn Rudin on "A Titan's Tale." As The Message Master, Glenn offers invaluable insights into crafting breakthrough branding strategies for companies and individuals alike. Learn how to make your brand stand out, resonate with your audience, and drive your business goals forward. Whether you're a startup founder, consultant, or aspiring speaker, G...

Welcome to "A Titan's Tale," where we share the stories and insights of remarkable individuals who have achieved extraordinary success. In this episode, we are joined by Ouly Reymond, a maximum performance coach with 18 years of experience as an osteopath and real estate investor, and a world vice-champion in judo. Ouly is also the co-author of "Succeeding" with Brian Tracy. Ouly's mission is to h...

Join us for an insightful episode of *A Titan's Tale* with Roberto Capodieci, a seasoned entrepreneur who started his first business at 14. Now a mentor and father of four in Bali, Roberto shares his journey through the IT industry's highs and lows. He discusses hiring ethical, independent individuals and managing virtual teams. Roberto also talks about past mistakes, staying ahead of tech trends,...

What mindset allows someone to remain calm in the most volatile hostage situations? And how can that same mental framework help the rest of us live with more purpose and resilience? In this episode of "A Titan's Tale", host Chris G is joined by Terry Tucker, a former elite hostage negotiator, cancer survivor, and entrepreneur who believes we're all born "full" - with the innate gifts for success a...

In the first episode of "A Titan's Tale," host Chris G. takes us through his entrepreneurial journey from mowing lawns to building a diverse business portfolio. Chris emphasizes the critical role of mindset and willpower in overcoming challenges and achieving business success. Learn about the importance of perseverance, delegation, and building a strong team.