The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Rocco Carriero. Rocco is a comprehensive Wealth Advisor specializing in working with Business Owners, CEOs, and Entrepreneurs. Rocco is the author of Three Cords Approach: To Life And Wealth Management For Business Owners. Allan and Rocco discuss the balance of running a business, self-care and supporting your family. Entrepreneurs should focus on these three asp...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Kathryn and Michael Redman. They are the husband-and-wife team behind Half a Bubble Out (HaBO), a marketing and business consulting firm that develops business leaders. They’re the co-authors of Fulfilled: The Passion & Provision Strategy for Building a Business with Profit, Purpose & Legacy. They discuss how entrepreneurs accomplish so much more, and hav...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Brad Blazar. Brad is the former CEO of a small oil company and is currently a highly sought-after speaker on the subject of raising capital. Having raised more than 2 Billion dollars, today he mentors others around the world as part of a global coaching business on how to raise funds from high-net-worth investors. Allan and Brad discuss how entrepreneurs can attr...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Mitchell Levy. Mitchell is a Global Credibility Expert, 2x TEDx speaker, an international bestselling author of over 60 books, and an executive coach at Marshall Goldsmith’s 100 Coaches. Allan and Mitchell discuss why credibility is the character of your employees and is determined by the culture of your company. There are specific values associated with credibil...

In today’s episode, Allan shares some thoughts about overcoming challenges and facing rejection. Allan recently attended a podcast conference in Los Angeles with keynote speaker Will Ferrell. Will shared his experience with being on Saturday Night Live and how his famous Cowbell Skit was pitched in 1999, and was rejected numerous times. Will did not give up on his vision for the skit and kept pitc...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes back former MLB pitcher Jason Jarvis. Jason has a diverse career that started as a professional MLB pitcher, now he is an entrepreneur and has spent the last 20 years in home building and land development for many national public builders. Allan and Jason discuss the importance of truly understanding what start-up costs an entrepreneur should anticipate. In addit...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Joshua Pettigrew. Joshua is an entrepreneur, coach, podcast host, and owns a men’s athletic apparel brand called It’s All Mental. It’s All Mental was created to encourage, empower and help men overcome their battles with mental health barriers through engaging in physical activity. Allan and Joshua talk about the struggles entrepreneurs face going through their j...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Steve Hoffman. Steve is the Chairman and CEO of Founders Space. Founders Space is a global startup accelerator with over 50 partners in 22 countries. Allan and Steve discuss the basic ideas that a start-up entrepreneur should consider. An entrepreneur should identify a key problem or issue that they want to fix. Solving problems during the early entrepreneurial j...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Justin Krane. Justin is a Certified Financial Planner and the founder of Krane Financial Solutions. Justin advises his clients on how to unite their money with their lives and businesses. Allan and Justin answer commonly asked financial questions that can give entrepreneurs a strategic plan for their business. In addition, they discuss how to balance keeping enou...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Paul Minors. Paul is a well-known productivity expert. His passion is to educate entrepreneurs about productivity, business, and self-improvement. His blog gets over 100,000 visitors a month, where he shares advice on how anyone can be more effective with their time. Paul discusses how he has helped hundreds of businesses optimize their workflows, so they can sca...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Ian Clifford. Ian is the Founder and CEO at FuelPositive. FuelPositive is a growth stage company focused on licensing, partnership, and acquisition opportunities building upon various technological achievements. Allan and Ian discuss the importance of establishing startup guidelines to help entrepreneurs create a path to success. In addition, they discuss the qua...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Dr. Obom Bowen. Dr. Bowen is the founder and CEO of Underdog Millionaire, he is committed to helping entrepreneurs and coaching professionals build predictable, repeatable, profitable 7 figure businesses. Dr. Bowen discusses his process of scaling businesses while building a lasting legacy. In addition, he discusses the importance of implementing the five F’s to...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Chris Kneeland. Chris is the founder and CEO of CULT. CULT is a Marketing Engagement Agency that specializes in turning everyday customers into brand advocates. Chris and Allan discuss the significance of “word of mouth” advertising by providing a remarkable service or experience. Not all marketing strategies have a high price tag. Your happy customers are your m...

In today’s episode, Allan discusses the quote “The man who does more than he is paid for, will soon be paid for more than he does” by Napolian Hill. Allan talks about different ways to invest and take risks with your money, to create wealth and gain financial growth. For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/realallandraper/ And check out his website at a...

In today's episode, Allan welcomes John Climaco. John is the CEO of the biotech firm CNS Pharma. John discusses his entrepreneurial journey, and how he made the decision to change careers from being a full-time lawyer, to an entrepreneur. John found an opportunity to grow and build a successful business by taking a risk and making the leap to becoming an entrepreneur. For the latest from Alla...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Lucas Root. Lucas has built a strong track record of success that includes many speaking engagements, podcasts, publications & his bestselling "Work From Home" course. Lucas and Allan discuss how entrepreneurs can create a successful work-from-home culture. There are several advantages and protocols that must take place to evolve your business, to c...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Randall Crowder. Randall is currently the Chief Operating Officer of Phunware, a technology company in Austin, TX. Allan and Randall discuss the principles of using technology to reach your ideal customer. It is crucial to get the right information to the right customer, at the right time and place. Reaching your customer on their mobile device gives you a simple...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Tim Redmond. Tim is CEO of Redmond Growth Consulting, an organization designed to help you grow your profits, grow your business and grow your life through Tim’s innovative coaching process. Tim and Allan discuss how entrepreneurs can build a firm foundation of reputation and integrity to grow their businesses. It is essential to be remarkable in your industry to...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Tom McCarthy. Tom is a leadership, communication, and peak performance expert. Tom and Allan discuss the importance of creating an effective action plan for your business. There are three main concepts that all entrepreneurs should take into action today. Staying focused, letting go of limiting beliefs, and creating an effective action plan to improve both yourse...

In today’s episode, Allan talks about simple and effective ways to start and grow your business. His mission is to give advice and provide the best resources for entrepreneurs who are looking to start or scale their businesses. Raising your risk tolerance, creating a healthy work-life balance, and understanding the financial health of your company are a few topics that will help you have success i...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Matt Remuzz, founder of CapForge. Matt’s company focuses on bookkeeping for entrepreneurs. Over the years, Matt has worked with thousands of clients and has helped them get their finances in order. Allan and Matt discuss the importance of proper accounting and why it is essential to focus on the financial health of your company to plan for future growth. For the...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Amazon bestselling author JM Ryerson. JM is a top mindset and performance coach. He believes in creating a healthy work-life balance and is passionate about helping entrepreneurs. Allan and JM discuss why working every minute or “grinding” in your business will not create massive success. Creating a work-life balance by having meaningful productivity will lead yo...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Erik Cabral, founder of the media agency On Air Brands. Erik found success as an investor, entrepreneur, and podcaster. Allan and Erik discuss the importance of gaining success with a balance of risk and confidence. A leap towards something great comes with trials and failures. Failure is success in progress. For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Instag...

In this episode, Allan discusses his strategy for creating a vision, and setting goals in seven different areas of his life; spiritual, family, mental, physical, professional, financial, and social. Allan answers a few commonly asked questions that will help you as an entrepreneur set goals, not just for 2022, but for the next five and ten years. For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Ins...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Clay Mosley. Clay is the CEO of Dripify, an online marketing training platform for service-based entrepreneurs. Allan and Clay discuss common marketing mistakes that entrepreneurs and small business owners make early on. Hiring a consultant or specialist to help put a plan together could help with adding value in your marketing plan. For the latest from Allan, gi...