Knack 4 Business

Many business leaders struggle to foster a culture of appreciation that drives efficiency and profitability. In this episode, we welcome Roy Barroso , a seasoned business development strategist with over 30 years of experience in commercial real estate and building maintenance. Roy dives deep into the power of appreciative leadership , revealing how making team members feel genuinely valued can re...

The Problem Paige Solves: How to build an authentic brand that stands out in a tech-driven, AI-saturated market. In this engaging episode, we sit down with Paige Arnof-Fenn , the founder and CEO of Mavens and Moguls , to explore the evolving landscape of branding in the age of artificial intelligence. Paige brings decades of experience working with global brands like Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, a...

In this episode of Knack 4 Business , we sit down with Dr. Kieth Deats , founder of Recree8 , to explore the journey from chaos to clarity in leadership. With decades of experience leading organizations across continents and sectors, Dr. Deats shares his strategic approach to decision-making amidst economic and political uncertainty. The Problem Solved: How leaders can confidently navigate chaos t...

Providing food security with dignity and choice for those in need. In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Cara-Leigh Wyllie —Executive Director of the Kanata Food Cupboard —to explore how the organization has grown from a referral system in 1985 to a leader in community-based food security. With over two decades of experience in nutrition and dietetics, Cara-Leigh shares the Kanata Food Cupbo...

How to turn a podcast into a powerful business development tool that drives real, measurable results. In this episode, we’re joined by Megan Dougherty , co-founder of One Stone Creative and creator of the Business Podcast Blueprints . Megan dives deep into the strategic side of podcasting—how to leverage your podcast to generate leads, build brand authority, and avoid common pitfalls like 'pod fad...

Many small business owners don’t know how to protect their companies from cyberattacks—until it’s too late. In this episode of Knack 4 Business , we sit down with Raj Thukral , founder of SecureToolkit , to explore how entrepreneurs can build strong cybersecurity systems without breaking the bank. Raj explains: Why cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue—it's a business survival strategy How to prote...

Problem Solved: Many small business owners and entrepreneurs struggle to find a flexible, inspiring place to work and grow. In this episode of Knack 4 Business , your hosts  Bernie Franzgrote and  Wayne Pratt talk with  Mohamed Faris from  @Hive —a coworking space that is more than just desks and Wi-Fi. It’s a place where people connect, learn, and build powerful businesses. Mohamed shares how Hiv...

Small business owners often lack digital tools and systems to grow their brand. Bill Davey changes that. Summary: In this episode of Knack 4 Business , hosts Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt sit down with Bill Davey , founder of IMAX Digital, a business automation expert and faith-driven entrepreneur who has spent over three decades helping businesses grow smarter. Bill has done something truly r...

Many entrepreneurs feel nervous or unsure about using video to grow their business. In this episode of Knack 4 Business , we welcome Andrea Stenberg , video marketing strategist and founder of The Baby Boomer Entrepreneur . Andrea teaches how to use video marketing to attract the right clients and increase your income. She shares how she moved from old-school marketing to modern video strategies a...

Public speaking can be scary. Sylvain Haché helps you master it. In this episode of Knack 4 Business , we sit down with Sylvain Haché—aka Sly—from Next Level Public Speaking , who shares how he turned a lifelong stutter into a six-figure public speaking system. Sylvain was once stuck in a stressful corporate job. But after a deep personal awakening, he transformed his fear of public speaking into...

Most entrepreneurs struggle to align leadership with performance—Chris Steely shows you how to bridge that gap. Summary: In this episode of Knack 4 Business , we welcome Chris Steely , business facilitator, certified NLP practitioner, and founder of GPS Business Group . Chris brings a diverse background as a Marine Corps logistics officer and Silicon Valley executive, offering a wealth of leadersh...

In today’s episode, we welcome David Perry , founder of CanFlowThrough.com , to talk about how flow-through shares could change Canada’s tech future. David is a top recruiter and strong supporter of Canadian innovation. He shares how one simple policy shift could bring billions in private investment to Canadian startups, create high-paying jobs, and help Canada lead the world in tech. Listen as Da...

Problem solved: Many creatives struggle to turn their passion into a profitable business. Episode summary: In this inspiring episode of Knack 4 Business , we chat with bestselling author J.D. Barker , who shares how he turned his love for storytelling into a thriving career. Known for working with literary legends like Stephen King and James Patterson , Barker takes us behind the scenes of the pub...

Too many entrepreneurs feel stuck, burned out, or misaligned in their pursuit of success. In this inspiring episode of Knack 4 Business , Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt sit down with Toms Astahovskis, also known as the Dream Accelerator. Toms is a transformational coach who fuses life coaching, hypnotherapy, and Tarot Coaching into a powerful system for sustainable performance and personal grow...

It’s hard to stand out and connect with people in today’s noisy digital world. About the Episode: In this episode of the Knack 4 Business podcast, we talk with Karl Pontau , a freelance content systems and strategy consultant who helps businesses tell real stories that touch hearts and build trust. Karl shares how his own life challenges shaped his belief in the power of human-to-human connection....

Problem solved: SaaS founders and marketers often struggle to earn trust and convert leads. This episode reveals how authentic video testimonials can fix that. In this episode of Knack 4 Business , hosts Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt talk with Neil Carroll , founder of vidwheel Creator Network , about how video testimonials can grow your SaaS business faster and smarter. Neil shares why real c...

Problem Solved: Too many businesses fail because people aren’t aligned or communicating well. About This Episode: Today, we sit down with Camilla Bignell from Camilla Bignell: Better Relationships, Better Business . She opens up about running her family business and the tough lessons she learned when teams don’t share a clear vision. Camilla introduces her Circle of Strength approach—an easy-to-us...

The Problem This Episode Solves: Hiring the wrong person can break your startup. This episode helps you avoid that. Today’s guest is Allen Ackerman, founder of A-List Search and an experienced angel investor . Allen has worked with both big companies and fast-growing startups to help them find the right leaders . He’s not just about filling a job—he’s about matching culture with talent so business...

Problem Solved: Most entrepreneurs struggle to grow fast without breaking their systems—Graeme Barlow shares how to scale smarter, not harder. In this episode of Knack 4 Business , we’re joined by Graeme Barlow , visionary co-founder and CEO of Iversoft , a fast-growing tech company. Graeme dives deep into how he built a strong business foundation, the value of team culture, and how smart use of t...

Brian Wallace went from working in tech to becoming one of the best content storytellers around. He started NowSourcing to help brands tell great stories through smart design and simple words. In this talk, Brian shares how his team takes big, tricky ideas and turns them into infographics and content that gets shared all over the internet. We also talk about how AI is changing marketing, how to us...

In this episode, Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt talk with Stefanie Curtis , the founder and CEO of Pace Creative Grou p . Stefanie shares how her agency helps businesses break down communication walls and use data to plan smarter. If you're a business owner, startup founder, or solopreneur, this episode is packed with simple tips and big ideas to help your business grow the right way. You’ll le...

In this episode, hosts Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt talk with podcast expert Carl Richards from Podcast Solutions Made Simple . They explore how podcast co-ops work and how they help people start a show without doing it all alone. Carl explains how a podcast co-op brings people together to share tasks like recording, editing, and promoting. You don’t need to be a tech expert or have lots of t...

Welcome to another episode of Knack 4 Business ! Today, Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt explore the future of video sales with special guest Eitan Koter , Co-CEO of Vimmi . In this value-packed session, you’ll learn how to turn your video content into a selling machine using interactive, shoppable videos. Eitan shares real strategies, future trends, and practical advice on boosting online sales...

In this episode of Knack 4 Business , we’re joined by Lori Karpman, CEO of Lori Karpman & Company, a multi-award-winning franchise expert. From her roots as a tax lawyer to becoming one of the top voices in franchising, Lori walks us through how entrepreneurs can grow smart by using franchising as a business model right from the start. Lori dives deep into what makes a franchise model successful,...

In this episode, hosts Bernie Franzgrote and Wayne Pratt sit down with Stanisław Raczyński and Mateuz Krainsk i, the innovators behind Revoize, a forward-thinking company on a mission to improve voice communication using artificial intelligence. With years of experience between them—Stanisław, with two decades in speech tech and leadership roles at BabbleLabs and Cisco AI, and Mateuz, a seasoned s...