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Victoria Pelletier shares her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful corporate executive and entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of personal branding and how it has played a significant role in her career success. Victoria highlights four key components of a strong personal brand: subject matter expertise, storytelling, differentiation, and legacy and impact. She als...

Summary: Anne Laffin, a marketing consultant and fractional head of marketing, joins Matt Levenhagen on The Builders podcast to discuss how she helps early-stage startups wrangle their chaos and get organized. Anne shares her own journey from working in market research and financial services to starting her own company and working with startups. She emphasizes the importance of being open to feedb...

In this riveting episode of The Builders podcast, we sit down with Roy Coughlan, a man whose story is a beacon of resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. Roy takes us through his remarkable journey, starting from his early days as an entrepreneur in Ireland to becoming an influential podcast coach. We delve into the highs and lows of his career, exploring how he navigated through significant challe...

Welcome to this inspiring episode of 'The Builders' featuring the dynamic Dan Hafner! In today's talk, we delve into Dan's incredible journey from embarking on a DIY app-building project to founding a thriving business and agency, Dapper Mobile Apps. Discover how Dan, starting with a passion for technology and a self-taught approach, turned his app-building hobby into a professiona...

Welcome to another engaging episode of The Builders. I'm your host, Matt Levenhagen, and today I'm excited to share my insights on a topic that's fundamental to the success of any agency: The Art of Capturing. In this episode, I delve into how capturing every detail, be it client requests, teamwork dynamics, access control, or the creation of comprehensive how-to guides, forms the back...

In this solo episode of The Builders, I'm thrilled to share my journey with you – a story of growth, learning, and innovation. We delve into how my agency has evolved over the years, embracing challenges such as full-site editing themes and headless CMS in WordPress. Our conversation takes you through the trenches, revealing how we've expanded our services beyond traditional WordPress deve...

Join me, Matt Levenhagen, as I welcome David Caha to "The Builders" for a captivating episode where we delve deep into the realm of marketing analytics. David isn't your typical marketing guru; with a background steeped in academia and science, he brings a fresh, meticulous perspective to the digital marketing landscape. In this episode, we explore how David transitioned from the aca...

I'm delighted to welcome Joel Salomon back to another episode of "The Builders." Joel is a master prosperity coach, and he's got some serious wisdom to share about the power of mindset in business. I was particularly struck by his story about starting his hedge fund, where he "acted as if" he had secured initial investments—and then actually secured them. It's a mus...

Hey everyone, welcome back to "The Builders" podcast, Episode #143. Today, we delve into the nitty-gritty of business challenges and the transformative power of understanding your numbers with Colin Sanburg. Colin is not just a business owner; he's a business turner-arounder. He's navigated the complexities of financial difficulties, made tough calls, and ultimately emerged stron...

In this episode of #TheBuilders, we dive deep into the journey of transitioning from an operator to an owner in your business. If you've ever felt stuck in the daily grind, handling every detail yourself, this episode will offer you actionable insights to break free and elevate your role. We discuss the importance of systems, processes, and clear communication within a team. You can't expe...

In this episode, I delve into a weekend getaway that turned into an unexpected business troubleshooting adventure. As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves in situations where business challenges don't respect our personal time. This weekend was no exception. As I was enjoying a Frank Lloyd Wright tour, the tranquility was punctuated by client emergencies that needed my immediate attention. B...

Welcome to another eye-opening episode of "The Builders" podcast. Today, I'm thrilled to bring you an enlightening conversation with Kris Ward, a visionary entrepreneur and author who knows a thing or two about work-life balance. In this episode, we delve into how you can build a business that enhances your life instead of draining it —because let's face it, who wants to be a sla...

Hey there, Builders! Welcome to Episode #139 of "The Builders" podcast. This episode is an absolute treasure trove for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, AI, and business growth. I had the pleasure of diving deep into a conversation with Jonathan Green, an expert in AI and ChatGPT technologies. We explored everything from the setbacks that fueled our entrepreneurial journeys to the s...

Hey everyone, it's Matt Levenhagen! In this special episode of "The Builders," I sit down with an incredible guest, Joel Salomon, who shares his remarkable journey from starting to pursue his dream job in money management in 1992 after finding a roadmap to follow to eventually launching his own hedge fund by 2012. But the didn't end up being all smooth sailing; just as he thought...

Hey everyone, Matt Levenhagen here, and welcome to episode #137 of The Builders podcast. In today's episode, I'm giving you an agency update on Unified Web Design — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Over the past year, we've been scaling like never before. While growth is exciting, it's also packed with challenges that I can't wait to share with you. We've bee...

In this latest episode of The Builders podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with Amy Foley, the co-founder of Inbound Backoffice. We get into the nitty-gritty of her journey from working solo at home to heading a thriving business. We discuss how she scaled her team to handle growing demands and share valuable pointers on networking and referrals—essential tools for any entrepreneur. If you&#3...

In today's enlightening episode of "The Builders," we sit down with Tyler Pigott, a seasoned marketer and entrepreneur, to delve deep into the art of crafting a compelling vision for your business. But we don't stop there. Tyler shares his perspective as a generalist vs a specialist (someone going into a business being 'known' for a specific craft) . Ever wondered what fu...

Entrepreneurs, get ready to dive into the world of servers, growth, and security without a hint of techy jargon (or a minor hint). In this episode, I'm sharing my personal journey from the trenches, revealing how I've navigated the complexities of servers and growth strategies without the tech overwhelm. Discover the actionable insights I've gleaned from the front lines of my own serve...

This episode explores the power of visualizing ideas through the art of graphic recording with Ashton Rodenhiser. Ashton explains how she turned her creative skills into a career as a graphic recorder, capturing the key ideas and insights from meetings, conferences, and presentations through illustrations. She discusses how graphic recording can improve meetings by helping people engage, remember...

Welcome to Episode #132 of "The Builders" podcast, hosted by me, Matt Levenhagen. In this engaging episode, I sit down with Ron, a recovering engineer turned team builder, who has set out to change the stories we tell ourselves. Our conversation isn't just about transforming team culture; it's about redefining the very art of connection and openness within teams. Join us as Ron s...

Welcome to the 131st episode of "The Builders" where I, Matt Levenhagen, your seasoned host and founder of Unified Web Design, delve deep into the why and how of building authority online. We kick things off with a throwback to my humble beginnings, navigating the treacherous waters of early online entrepreneurship, and the stash of old products that paved the way for my business's s...

In Episode 130, we dive into a fascinating conversation with David Van Beekum, one of the minds behind Tweva, a revolutionary platform that's redefining local advertising. David shares his journey from being a tech enthusiast to becoming a successful entrepreneur, and how his father's passion for sound and audio technology in the '70s influenced his career path. We delve into the compl...

In this episode of The Builders Podcast, I, Matt Levenhagen, delve into the process of navigating change and balancing business priorities while exploring new strategies. I share my journey of starting a new YouTube series on The Builders channel , a venture that was both exciting and challenging. This series was a departure from my usual style, featuring a completely new format and approach. Howe...

Welcome to Episode #128 where we delve deep into the heart of my business operations: time tracking. We'll pull back the curtain on how I've mastered this crucial aspect in running my web design agency efficiently. From invoicing to hourly tracking, discover how I've developed an intricate dance of cash flow, all while staying close to the numbers and enjoying the process. I share with...

In episode #127, I delve into a topic that's truly close to my heart: optimizing for conversions through a holistic look at website performance. This episode serves as an in-depth exploration of how every element of a website, from its loading speed to its design, influences its ability to convert visitors into customers. From an SEO perspective, we discuss the importance of site speed and rel...