Purpose Under Pressure

When most kids dream big, they think about dance recitals or football games. But when Charlie Johnson was six years old, she wanted to start a business. Now at just ten, she’s the CEO of Big Guns Coffee , pitching national retailers, closing major deals, and inspiring everyone who meets her. In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies talks wit...

Logistics in the food, beverage, and gasoline industry is what drives this country. And what drives these logistics is truck drivers. Their job is not an easy one, filled with long hours, pressure-packed road conditions, and expectations that allow near-zero room for error. We owe much to them, yet we rarely give it a thought. In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder...

Who is responsible for sales success? Is it the sales person? Is it the Sales Director? Is it the marketing department? (Some salespeople will point to them!). For our purposes, let’s take marketing out of the mix, ok? Leadership matters. But at the end of the day, it’s the sales person that brings in the bacon. Sales training can add heat to the frying pan. &nbs...

There’s no shortage of opinions when it comes to what others think you should do with your life. And for a while, we all try to do as we’re told. But, sooner or later, that “Purpose” starts to kick in and push back. When do you push back from your purpose because of what they say, and when do you go all in, no matter what they say.    In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure,...

Purpose under pressure means having the guts to stick to what you’re made for, instead of giving in to the easy path or the short road. When things get dicey, do you stand strong? It matters in business, and it matters at least as much in marriage. What choice will you make when the going get’s tough? In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies...

Career Education is interesting because it seems so pigeonholed. Isn’t career education what school in general is all about? Yet, career education is funded differently, received and perceived differently by parents and students, and separated from public and private schools in general.  Still, despite the stigma and the odds, career education is booming, and it’s helping to rebuild...

When we’ve reached the pinnacle, are we necessarily done? Or is it ok to take another leap, take on another challenge, and work to deliver excellence again? Is it ok? I think for life’s successful individuals, it’s not just OK. It’s a way of life.   When life calls, we need to be prepared to answer the call. There is a reason, and that may just be your purpose.   In t...

We see the empty field, or the abandoned storefront, and perhaps we wonder…”What if?” Then, maybe we see a realtor’s sign in front of that same space, and perhaps we wonder…”Could I?” You see, every one of us dreams. Some of us make dreams come true. In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies welcomes Nick Kyriazis, the developer of...

When you see a product on the store shelves, do you ever think about what it took to make that happen? Do you think about the family behind the business and the challenges they’ve overcome together. Do you think about the future in front of the business and what it will take to keep that product in demand? Or do you simply chalk it up to “overnight success” and move on with your day...

There’s a lot of money out there in the broadcasting world, maybe a little bit of fame to chase. There are easier ways to spend your days, perhaps than others. It is true, that doing the right thing isn’t always the easy thing.  Yet, those who do their work on purpose, believing in a higher calling and a larger responsibility, rarely choose the easy road.   There is nothing easy abo...

The overwhelming purpose stated by guests on this show is a desire to help people. It’s the stated purpose in almost every show, of almost every guest. But that looks different for each of us. Sometimes, we see one way to help others, and we think that is the only way. If we aren’t helping in that direction, well, are we helping? That was the pressure that rose when Debbie...

Freedom. It’s what entrepreneurs want, right? To do their own thing, on their own mission, with their own purpose. But freedom has its price. Less time. Tight cash flow. Circumstances beyond control. Nobody said freedom is easy. But it’s the driving force that brings entrepreneurs to do whatever it takes to get it. And to do it again and again.  In this...

If someone told you they wanted to be a Professional Wrestler, what would you say? Now, what do you really think? I'll leave that response to you. While you're figuring it out, check out this episode of the Purpose Under Pressure podcast. Dreams come true if we have the guts to go after them! Jason Sanders does...and he's living the dream as The One J Sun! In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure...

If you think you've got it down, you probably do. But if you think you can't battle back, you're wrong. People who have been as low or lower than you have done it, and our guest this week is proof. In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies speaks with Chef Todd Whitman, the executive chef at Serenite Culinary Institute . Todd is a convicted f...

In this final episode of Season 6 of the Purpose Under Pressure podcast, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies , welcomes Katy Spicer , a Lieutenant Colonel in the Marine Reserves, a commercial litigation attorney, and an aspiring entrepreneur. She's also a Mom! Thus the Work/Life Balance focus for our show! Katy shares her journey of balancing motherhood, military service, and a...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies , talks sales success and strategies with Doug Whittington, a partner at Sandler by the Ruby Group . They explore how Sandler Training methodologies have shaped Doug's approach to sales, emphasizing the significance of being a trusted advisor rather than a "typical" salesperson. Doug shares insights f...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder and owner of Bryan Media Strategies discusses the mission and impact of the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Ashland, Ohio, with Major Billy Francis and Dan Lawson. They explore the Kroc Center's role in providing essential services to the community, especially during the holiday season, and share heartwarming stories of individu...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies , speaks with Ron Jones, a national account manager at Delavan Spray Technologies . Ron shares his journey of faith, identity crises, and the pressures of life that have shaped his purpose. He discusses the importance of finding meaning beyond career roles, the struggles of midlife, and how he overcam...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies , speaks with Gerry Engelhart, a successful entrepreneur and founder of Automated Print and Promo . Gerry shares his journey from being an accountant to owning a printing business, discussing the challenges he faced, the importance of sales training, and how he navigated employee relationships. He emp...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, owner of Bryan Media Strategies , engages with John Liebler, founder of RSC Insights , who shares his unique perspective on business growth, motivation, and the challenges faced by entrepreneurs. John discusses his self-identified role as a "Swiss Army Knife of Business", emphasizing the importance of purpose and the drive to help oth...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies talks with Scott Donley and Phil Garrett from Good Deed Entertainment as they prepare to go live with the launch of their new streaming service, Cranked Up TV . There is pressure when it comes to going toe to toe with the big boys in the streaming industry. Scott and Phil are up to the challenge, with...

In this episode of the Purpose Under Pressure podcast, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies engages with Stacy Schiemann, the Executive Director of the United Way of Ashland County . They discuss the pressures and challenges faced by nonprofit organizations in fundraising and community support. Stacy shares insights on the importance of individualized care, the long-term impact o...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc of Bryan Media Strategies speaks with Monica Grays, a dedicated teacher and founder of the Second Semester Consignment Shop in Cleveland, Ohio. Monica shares her journey in education, and the challenges teachers face as they work to do their difficult but important jobs. The key outcome of her efforts how her consignment shop helps pro...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc, founder of Bryan Media Strategies discusses the critical role of AEDs in saving lives with David Fritzsche, founder of SaveHeart by Heart Nation . They explore the challenges of placing AEDs in public spaces, the regulatory landscape, and the entrepreneurial pressures faced by David in his mission to increase awareness and accessibili...

In this episode of Purpose Under Pressure, host Bryan Lefelhoc of Bryan Media Strategies talk with Dr. Chad Burton, an emergency physician turned healthcare consultant, to discuss the complexities of the American healthcare system. They explore the challenges patients face in understanding emergencies, the need for proactive healthcare solutions, and the importance of addressing life regrets. Dr....