Harmonious at Lunch

Looking for alternative income sources to grow your wealth without creating another job for yourself? Fuquan Bilal, founder of NNG Capital Fund, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share his 25-year journey in real estate investing. From starting with individual deals to raising over $50 million and managing a diverse portfolio, Fuquan breaks down the path to scalable success. Discover why he believes a...

This week on the Harmonious at Lunch recap, host Brandon Gano dives into the essential takeaways from four powerful conversations with expert guests. After a call for listener feedback on future topics, Brandon breaks down the week's strategic themes, covering everything from operational systems to the future of AI search. Discover the impact of a structured employee onboarding process with Da...

What does it really take to build and scale a tech agency from the ground up, without outside funding? Meeky Hwang, CEO & Partner at Ndevr, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share her ten-year journey of bootstrapping a successful WordPress development agency. She discusses her "accidental" start to entrepreneurship, navigating early challenges like non-competes, and the vital role peer mas...

Is an unexamined bias holding your business back? Corinne Auman, founder of Choice Care Navigators and author of "Keenagers," joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss ageism in the workplace—a pervasive issue affecting both young and older professionals. This isn't just a social topic; it's a strategic business conversation about building stronger, more resilient teams. Discover how st...

What do Google, ChatGPT, and other AI models say when someone asks about you or your business? Are you in control of that narrative? Jason Barnard, "The Brand SERP Guy" and founder of CaliCube, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss how to "educate" these powerful AI systems to present you accurately and authoritatively. This isn't traditional SEO; it's a new approach to onli...

Constantly feeling like you're firefighting and can't find "good people" for your service business? David Forster, Fractional Integrator and founder of Systems Over Sweat, joins Harmonious at Lunch to challenge that common belief. He argues that up to 94% of business issues are actually PROCESS problems, not people problems. Your team doesn't lack common sense; they likely lack...

This week on the Harmonious at Lunch recap, host Brandon Gano shares his insights on four impactful conversations and reflects on the crucial importance of being a "whole entrepreneur"—focusing on mind, body, and business. He discusses why this theme became especially relevant after a personal health challenge, reinforcing the show's mission to help leaders build sustainable success. T...

What if the biggest obstacle to your success is a subconscious program you don't even know is running? Dr. Alain Salas, a mind & body expert and creator of the Mind Clearing system, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss how our minds are programmed from a young age with limiting beliefs that dictate up to 95% of our lives. He explains how these hidden programs create self-sabotaging loops t...

Are you leading your team based solely on numbers and KPIs, or is there a deeper, more human way to foster high performance and loyalty? Paul H Flowers Jr. joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss the transformative power of leading through love, authenticity, and trust. He shares why traditional metric-driven approaches can fall short, especially when challenges arise, and how genuine connection is t...

Are your decisions truly objective, or are hidden biases and assumptions clouding your judgment? Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, creator of the AREA Method and an investigative journalism veteran, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss a powerful decision-making system designed to navigate complexity with confidence. Born from the high-stakes world of financial reporting where her stories had major real-wor...

This week on the Harmonious at Lunch recap, host Brandon Gano distills the essential strategies from four powerful conversations designed to give you a competitive edge. This week's guests—Marla Ballard, James DuBos, Victor Vauss, and Michael Cole—covered a wide spectrum of topics, from personal energy to strategic business exits. Brandon breaks down the core lessons, starting with Marla Balla...

Are you leading from a place of true alignment, or are you caught in a cycle of striving without genuine fulfillment? Peter Awad, a coach to Christian businessmen, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss the profound impact of owning your unique identity as a leader. He explores why many of us, regardless of our role, don't fully see ourselves as leaders and often pursue goals or use solutions th...

Forget the usual tech buzz for a moment – the next real gold rush might be in an area many overlook: the skilled trades. Michael Cole, founder of Next Level Technician and a rapidly growing entrepreneur, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss why hundreds of thousands of crucial trade jobs (think electricians, plumbers, infrastructure techs) are going unfilled and how this presents a massive opportu...

Thinking of launching a new venture or even overhauling an existing one with a "start from zero" mindset? Victor Vauss, an entrepreneur who turned a mere $300 into a $30 million online business empire, joins Harmonious at Lunch to share his no-fluff strategies for rapid scaling. He dives into how today's tools, especially AI, allow for quick demand testing of digital and physical produ...

Want more freedom and options as a business owner, whether you plan to sell or not? James DuBos, an entrepreneur with 35 years of experience founding 10 companies and exiting 7, joins Harmonious at Lunch to discuss why building an "exit-ready" business is crucial. He explains how this approach provides not just a potential payday, but essential resilience against life's unexpected turn...

Ready to tap into a deeper source of power for your business and life? 🤔 What if your intentions, aligned with your heart, could create quantum shifts in your reality? This episode explores the fascinating intersection of quantum principles, intention, and practical business success. Meet Marla Ballard, CEO of YU2SHINE and a pioneer in Quantum Personal Development, here to guide us. ✨ ⚡ The fou...

Kevin Jans (GovCon in Flux: Navigating DOGE & Federal Shifts): 🧠 Be a Thermostat, Not a Thermometer: During times of significant government change like the DOGE initiative, proactively set your business course based on facts rather than just reacting to the fluctuating news cycle. ❓ Assess Real Impact with 3 Key Questions: Is the announced number (e.g., budget cut) truly "big" in the...

What if investing in your people delivered a higher ROI than your R&D budget? 🤯 It sounds bold, but the data on strategic employee development, particularly through group coaching, is compelling. This episode explores how focusing on your team's growth can dramatically reduce costs and build a thriving organization. Meet Francie Jain, founder of Terawatt, a B2B marketplace likened to an &...

Want customers so loyal they become your best advocates, practically "addicted" to your business? 🤩 It's not magic; it's about deep human connection. This episode unveils "The Loyalty Loop," a powerful framework for turning clients into raving fans who eagerly promote you. Meet Ray Lozano, a behavioral engagement expert and awarded stand-up comic, who reverse-engineered th...

Got a game-changing invention or a unique solution to a problem? 🤔 Understanding when and how to protect your intellectual property with a patent can be a minefield. This episode demystifies the patent process for entrepreneurs and innovators. Meet Austin Bonderer, an engineer with a law degree, who brings a practical, real-world perspective to patent strategy. 💡 🛠️ When should you even start th...

Heard the term "DOGE" dominating the news about the U.S. government? 🤔 Feeling uncertain about how these major shifts and budget discussions might impact your business, especially if you're in or considering government contracting? This episode cuts through the noise with a practical, non-political perspective. Meet Kevin Jans, a government contracting expert with decades of experienc...

Yosi Amram (The Power of Spiritually Intelligent Leadership - SQ): ✨ SQ is Practical, Not Religious: Spiritual Intelligence isn't about specific beliefs, but the ability to embody universal qualities like purpose, gratitude, presence, and compassion in everyday leadership and interactions. 🧠 SQ Complements & Enhances EQ/IQ: Research indicates that SQ can be a more significant predictor o...

Feeling stuck, just spinning your wheels in your business without real traction? 😫 What if the secret to consistent progress isn't more motivation, but crystal-clear CLARITY? This episode dives into why knowing exactly what you want is the most powerful driver for achieving your business goals. Meet Jake Smolarek, a high-performance coach and entrepreneur, who shares his framework for turning...

Are you mastering the right skills to truly elevate your business? 🚀 It's not just about working harder; it's about working smarter with focused abilities. This episode unpacks five crucial skills that distinguish thriving entrepreneurs from those stuck in the daily grind. Meet Tracey Sundkvist, a growth coach with a decade of experience helping business owners pinpoint the 20% of activit...

Tired of endless scrolling and clicking just to make a new business connection? 🖱️😩 What if Artificial Intelligence could handle the frustrating, repetitive tasks, freeing YOU up for genuine, human-to-human conversations? This episode dives into a unique approach where AI kickstarts authentic engagement. Meet Gillian Utesch, founder of Broken Glass Ceiling Marketing, who accidentally built a solu...