The Authority Business Show

What if the fastest way to grow a city’s economy is simpler than you think... connect the right people, at the right time, for the right outcomes? Host Lisa Urbanski sits down with Loren Remillard, President & CEO of the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, to unpack how community, entrepreneurship, and smart risk-taking fuel real economic momentum. From leading Manitoba’s most diverse business network s...

If AI feels like a threat to your job, this episode helps you slow the panic and make smart, grounded decisions—starting now. In this conversation, Stacey Chillemi talks with April Elias about why fear shows up during AI change—and how people and leaders can adapt without burning out or breaking trust. You’ll learn how to: • Understand what AI actually changes (and what it doesn’t) • Calm fear and...

Are you working nonstop—but your business still isn’t growing the way it should? If you’re tired of trying “one more strategy” without seeing real traction, this episode is your reset. Host Lisa Urbanski sits down with business expert Roger Knecht to break down the Red to Black Turnaround Model—a practical framework designed to help struggling businesses regain control, improve cash flow, and rebu...

If the traditional path doesn’t fit you, this episode helps you build something that does—on purpose. In this episode, Lisa Urbanski talks with Hillary Johns of Hillary Trial Lawyers about carving a non-traditional career path with clarity, confidence, and integrity. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Decide if a career shift is realistic—not just exciting ✨ Build confidence when you don’t follow a standard...

If anxiety feels physical—tight chest, racing heart, constant fatigue—there’s a reason. In this episode, Lisa Urbanski talks with Dr. Melanie Gray about why anxiety often starts in the body, not the mind—and how nervous system regulation can help you feel safe again. You’ll learn how to: • Understand anxiety as a body signal, not a personal failure • Recognize inflammation, hormones, and stress pa...

What separates digital winners from the rest? On this episode of The Advisor, host Lisa Urbanski sits down with former Amazon executive and bestselling author John Rossman as he shares the insider playbook for launching, scaling, and reinventing businesses in today’s digital age. You'll discover how to: 🚀 Build & Scale Marketplaces: Lessons from Amazon Marketplace’s explosive growth 💡 Lead Trans...

Marketing doesn’t fail because you’re bad at it—it fails because you skipped the foundation. In this episode, Lisa Urbanski sits down with Chris Campbell, founder of Modern Marketing Solutions, to break down what actually works for small business marketing—without the overwhelm. You’ll learn: ✨ Why most ads fail (and how to avoid wasting money) ✨ How clear branding builds trust before you sell...

Ready to grow faster without chasing new customers? Retention strategist Michael Sean McCall reveals why up to 60 % of future revenue comes from clients you already have—and exactly how to keep them coming back.  In this value-packed 46-minute masterclass, you’ll learn: 3 “leaky-bucket” moments that quietly drain repeat sales A 15-minute onboarding tweak proven to lift revenue by 30 % Low-cost tha...

Most founders can start a business. Scaling it without burnout and exiting well is a different skill set. Host Lisa Urbanski talks with Jason Turner, co-founder of PowerShades, about what it really takes to build, scale, lead, and sell a company. You’ll learn: ✅ How to scale without becoming the bottleneck ✅ The leadership shifts required from 2 founders → 50+ employees ✅ When to “fail fast” (a...

If you want financial freedom but starting a business feels risky, overwhelming, or out of reach, this episode will help you see another option—clearly. In this conversation, Stacey Chillemi talks with Matthew Negron, Founder of Think Simplicit, about why buying an existing, profitable business is often a safer and more realistic path to long-term wealth than starting from scratch. You’ll learn ho...

If you’re hungry for real, life-changing advice, tap Follow right now. One click, endless breakthroughs—ready? Hit follow and let’s grow together. Why do four out of five small businesses crash and burn—and how do the outliers not just survive, but scale? In this power-packed episode, host Stacey Chillemi sits down with business turnaround specialist Roger Knecht to rip the mask off the numbers mo...

If investing makes you feel anxious, confused, or like one wrong move could ruin everything—this episode will help you feel calmer and more confident starting now. Host Stacey Chillemi sits down with Andrew Parrillo, a former wealth advisor to the ultra-wealthy and institutional investor, to break down individual investing in a way that’s simple, transparent, and empowering—so you stop second-gues...

In this 33-minute masterclass, host Lisa Urbanski sits down with renowned business expert Roger Knecht to unpack the 9 Principles of Success and the Universal Business Model—a clear, practical framework to map your short-, mid-, and long-term growth strategy. This episode is built for entrepreneurs who want structure, simplicity, and momentum—without getting buried in complicated business theory....

If your team is working hard but still feels confused, disengaged, or burned out, the issue might be role clarity... not effort.  Host Lisa Urbanski talks with David Cohen about how unclear roles create role conflict, role ambiguity, blame, delays, and quiet resentment You’ll learn:✨ Why job titles and descriptions don’t create real clarity ✨ The difference between role ambiguity vs. role confli...

Entrepreneurship stress isn’t just “in your head” — it’s your nervous system trying to keep you safe. In this episode, I break down how chronic pressure rewires your body into fight-or-flight (even when nothing is “wrong”) and the simple ways to calm your nervous system so you can think clearly, lead better, and stop running on adrenaline. Question: What’s triggering your stress most right now — w...

If you’re building a business but your body feels stuck in fight-or-flight, this episode shows you practical ways to calm your nervous system so you can think clearly, lead better, and get your energy back — without grinding harder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re stuck in overthinking, self-doubt, or waiting for the “right” moment, this episode will help you move forward now. Host Lisa Urbanski talks with author and publisher Carolyn Wilman about how belief, intuition, and inspired action quietly shape success—without hustle, pressure, or forcing outcomes. You’ll learn how to recognize when fear is driving your decisions, how to trust your inner...

AI doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, confusing, or dehumanizing. In this episode, host Lias Urbanski speaks with AI educator and entrepreneur Joe DiDanto about how to use artificial intelligence in a way that actually supports your thinking, creativity, and decision-making — without outsourcing your judgment or values. This conversation breaks AI down in a clear, human-centered way so you can sta...

If you’re a U.S. business owner making good money but still getting crushed at tax time, this episode is your reset. Stacey Chillemi joins Sebastian Fidilio to break down the legal, compliant strategies that help owners stop overpaying. You’ll learn: 🔥 When an S-Corp actually makes sense 🔥 How the Augusta Rule works (and what documentation you need) 🔥 How hiring your kids can be legit and tax-s...

If your company culture feels inconsistent—great in one department, chaotic in another—this episode is your fix. Host Stacey Chillemi sits down with leadership coach and Towns Square Advisors founder Matt Pson, author of the forthcoming book The Culture of Alignment, to break down a powerful framework for building high-trust, high-performing organizations: the Square Management System. Matt’s core...

If you’re leading a team and still feel exhausted, disconnected, or like you’re carrying everything alone... this episode is for you. The issue isn’t that you’re a “bad leader.” It’s that the leadership model most people were taught doesn’t work in today’s workplace. In this conversation, you’ll learn: ✨ Why top performers often fail in management roles ✨ The real cost of outdated leadership (bu...

Winning the hiring game in 2025 takes more than posting a job and hoping the right person applies. In this 55-minute deep dive, Stacey Chillemi sits down with industry strategist Roger Knecht to break down how forward-thinking companies are using AI, data analytics, and inclusive recruiting frameworks to build high-performing teams faster—and how you can apply these same tactics right now. In this...

Leaders often feel stuck when they’re overwhelmed with decisions, problem-solving, and managing the team. In this episode, host Lisa talks with executive coach Matt Williams about why “more advice” doesn’t work. You’ll learn: 🧠 Why advice creates dependency (and burnout) 🗣️ How to ask questions that transfer ownership fast ⚖️ The difference between coaching vs. over-coaching 🔥 How to handle diff...

If your business has hit a “flat mode”—where growth feels harder, competition is louder, and keeping great people feels like a constant battle—this episode is your blueprint. Host Stacey Chillemi sits down with Herb, CEO and founder of Aspire Growth Advisors, to break down what it really takes to scale a business—from solo operators and coaches to established companies ready for their next level....

Burnout isn’t a personal failure — it’s often a system problem that keeps your nervous system stuck in overdrive. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Melanie Gray about how leaders and teams can prevent burnout at the root. In this conversation, you’ll learn:🔥 The difference between burnout, moral injury, and exhaustion 🧠 Why your body stays “on” (and how to start regulating fast) 🛑 How to spot q...