Real Business Connections

Fifteen Minute Friday Episode #72 with Lady Jen Du Plessis. Business owners love to stay busy, but busy does not always mean productive. Sometimes we are doing activities because someone told us we “should,” while the real needle-moving work keeps getting pushed aside. In this Fifteen Minute Friday, Lady Jen Du Plessis, Dame Commander, joins Ben Albert to talk about moving from hustle to harmony....

Learn Speak Teach Episode #160 with Michael Ceely. Business is a sport, and if you want to perform at a higher level, you have to train like a business athlete. In this episode, Ben Albert sits down with Michael Ceely, licensed psychotherapist, cognitive behavioral therapist, and executive coach, to talk about pressure, performance, leadership, and what it really takes to thrive without burning yo...

Fifteen Minute Fridays episode #71 Vincent A. Lanci. Building a business, a podcast, or a personal brand can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to do it all on your own. But sometimes progress does not start with a massive breakthrough. It starts with one decision, one action, one meeting, or one small step in the right direction. Today, we are joined by Vincent A. Lanci. Once left...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #35 featuring Marcus Campbell. Affiliate marketing is everywhere, but most people still overcomplicate it. In this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” session from the GrowGetters ONLY Inner Circle, we’re joined by Marcus Campbell, better known as The Affiliate Marketing Dude . Marcus has trained over 100,000 people, spent more than 20 years in the affiliate marketing wo...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #159 with Pia Silva. Scaling does not have to mean hiring a team, building a big agency, or burning yourself out trying to serve everyone. In this episode, Ben Albert sits down with Pia Silva, entrepreneur, author of Badass Your Brand and Scale Solo , host of The No BS Agency Podcast , and founder of No BS Mastery . Pia helps expert-led service providers build profitable...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #158 with Lilian Riad-Allen. You can be surrounded by people and still feel completely alone. Not because something is wrong with you, but because loneliness is not always about proximity. It is about belonging, connection, and whether you feel truly seen in the moment you are living. In this episode, Ben Albert sits down with Lilian Riad-Allen, host of Lil on Life Pod ,...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #157 with Anne Peterson. What happens when personal growth crosses the line into manipulation? In this episode, Anne Peterson shares her experience inside Landmark, why she now questions the harm caused by certain high-control groups, and how charisma, coercion, and intensity can get mistaken for transformation. Today, we are thrilled to have Anne Peterson on the show, au...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #34 featuring Nick Gray. Most people say they want better relationships, stronger networks, and more opportunities. But very few people actually create the spaces where those connections happen. In this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” session from the GrowGetters ONLY Inner Circle, we’re joined by Nick Gray — author of The 2-Hour Cocktail Party , founder of Museum Ha...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #156 with Peter Sage. What does it take to master your mind when life gets brutal? In this episode, Peter Sage shares lessons from rowing the Atlantic, spending 6 months in prison for something he says he didn’t do, losing everything, and building his life back from the ground up. Today, we are thrilled to have Peter Sage on the show, a serial entrepreneur, speaker, autho...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #155 with Markus Kaulius. What does it take to build confidence, wealth, and a bigger life without losing yourself? In this episode, Markus Kaulius shares how he went from a broken home, low self-worth, and getting bullied for being skinny to becoming a confident entrepreneur, investor, and leader. He also breaks down how discipline, consistency, and the right environment...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #154 with Jill Schulman. Bravery isn’t being fearless. Bravery is taking a step forward in the presence of fear. When you do the hard thing scared, you build confidence, resilience, and a deeper sense of pride in who you are becoming. Today, we are thrilled to have Jill Schulman on the show, a former United States Marine, positive psychology expert, speaker, and author of...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #33 featuring Nick Hutchison. Reading a book is easy. Applying it is rare. Building a life and business around what you learn? That’s where transformation happens. In this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” session from the GrowGetters ONLY Inner Circle, we’re joined by Nick Hutchison — founder of BookThinkers, host of BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books, and author of Ri...

Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/8QwCwGjDn-I Learn Speak Teach Episode #153 with Vinnie Potestivo. What does it really take to get discovered, build a personal brand, and create content that lasts? In this episode, Vinnie Potestivo shares why creators, entrepreneurs, and leaders need to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start making what they can with what they already hav...

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Learn Speak Teach Episode #152 with Anniston Riekstins. Mastering your energy is the bridge to greater peace, calm, presence, creativity, and success. As you become more intentional with your energy, you gain clarity, move with purpose, and attract opportunities and clients that truly align with who you are. Today, we are thrilled to have Anniston Riekstins on the show, a transformational mentor f...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #151 with Christian F Johnson.   In a world full of distractions and pressure, staying aligned with purpose can feel impossible. However, embracing the Presence-Centered Path helps you regain clarity, sharpen your focus, and perform at your best every day. In this episode, Ben Albert speaks with Christian F Johnson, a Presence-Centered Leadership Coach, Speaker, and...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #32 with John David Mann. Success is often chased through achievement, status, and outcomes. But what if real fulfillment comes from contribution, creativity, and who we become along the way? In this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from the GrowGetters ONLY Inner Circle, we’re joined by John David Mann — co-author of The Go-Giver, master storyteller, and one...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #150 with Tansel Ali. Being an entrepreneur demands focus, sharp thinking, and the ability to remember what matters most. However, our brains prioritize certain information and can become overloaded, causing us to forget important things. So how can we train our memory to effortlessly recall even the smallest but most important details, like names and numbers? Find out in...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #149 with Dr. Indre Viskontas. We are all musical creatures, and musical elements exist in everything we participate in. Just as music shapes our experiences, it also influences creativity, guiding how we think, problem-solve, and bring ideas to life. Joining us on the show is Dr. Indre Viskontas, a cognitive neuroscientist, creativity expert, Opera Singer, and science co...

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #31 with Robin Waite. Joining us in this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from GrowGetters ONLY is Robin Waite, better known as The Fearless Business Coach . Robin is a straight-talking expert in pricing, packaging, and positioning your services. Additionally, he is a regular keynote speaker at business events and the bestselling author of several books, inclu...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #148 with Scott Rouse.  Watch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/YdNN7JzeP3U Understanding how to read body language can give you a powerful edge in business, especially when pitching ideas or negotiating deals. By reading nonverbal cues and conveying confidence through your own gestures, you can build trust, influence decisions, and communicate more effec...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #147 with Amberly Lago. Even during life’s most challenging moments, you can find joy by focusing on the good in your life and appreciating what you’ve already overcome. Finding joy in these moments strengthens your spirit and gives you the resilience to move forward. Today, we are joined by Amberly Lago, a Top Influential Speaker, Global Top 1% Podcast Host, and the auth...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #146 with Jenn Drummond. Everyone is on a climb, pursuing their own mountain, whether it is a personal goal, a career milestone, or a life challenge. The journey can be tough, but by finding joy in the incremental progress we make and treating ourselves with kindness along the way, we gain the strength to keep moving forward and achieve more than we ever imagined. Jenn Dr...

Learn Speak Teach Episode #145 with Simona Costantini. Making video content is not just about having the right equipment. Videos resonate most with your audience when they are crafted with strategy, authenticity, and a deep understanding of their needs. In this episode, we learn from Simona Costantini, Founder and CEO of VOLT Productions , podcast producer and strategist, and host of As It Relates...

Email marketing remains one of the most effective ways to engage your audience and drive meaningful results. By understanding the strategies, tools, and techniques behind successful emails, you can turn your email list into a powerful growth engine for your business. Today’s exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from the GrowGetters Only community features Liz Wilcox, famously known as the “Fresh Pr...