The Business Growth Pod with Allan Draper

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes writer and leadership expert, Andrew Ryder. Andrew and Allan discuss what it means to be a leader versus an expert. Leaders are clear with casting their vision in what they do, and why it matters. The vision that leaders create, is also used to help grow and motivate their people. Leaders have true success when they help others become successful. For the latest f...

In this week's episode, Allan speaks with Torii Rowe, Co-Founder, and COO of MANSSION, a top-selling men's jewelry brand. Torii is a marketing expert, who taught himself Facebook ads through YouTube. Torii gives simple tips on things he learned early on as an entrepreneur, with digital marketing through Facebook ads. Allan and Torii also discuss how business partners play an important ro...

In today's episode, Allan welcomes podcast host and author of The 5 AM Miracle, Jeff Sanders. Jeff is incredibly knowledgeable about time management and advises entrepreneurs about the importance of setting morning routines. Many entrepreneurs get in the habit of multitasking, which can lead to several distractions. Allan and Jeff discuss the significance of having focus blocks of time each d...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes entrepreneur, Maceo Jourdan. Maceo has decades of experience building and scaling businesses. Maceo and Allan discuss what personality traits are essential to be a successful entrepreneur. They also discuss how entrepreneurs use their resources to make their business function. An important resource for any entrepreneur is having a mentor. This is a must-listen fo...

On today’s episode, Allan welcomes finance expert, Jesse Mecham, founder of You Need A Budget (YNAB). Jesse is a Wall Street Journal best-selling author of, You Need A Budget. Allan and Jesse discuss why budgeting is so important for entrepreneurs, and how budgeting can be used as an important strategy for your business. They also discuss how budgeting can create a road map. And Jesse explains his...

In this heartfelt interview, Allan speaks with Jeremy Van Tress. Jeremy was diagnosed with ALS in 2017 and is the Founder and President of Smile Inside, Inc., an online non-profit agency that provides a variety of services for people with ALS. Jeremy also just received his Ph. D. and was recently honored as a 2019 Pat Tillman Scholar. Jeremy speaks with the help of a speech-generating device using...

Allan welcomes business transformation coach and entrepreneur Jeff Chastain.  Jeff is the founder of Admentus Inc., a coaching company focusing on teaching entrepreneurs how to systemize their business, to maximize efficiency. Allan and Jeff discuss the importance of working on your business and not getting stuck in the day-to-day.  For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Instagram! https:...

In today’s episode, Allan discusses why having a financial investor is so important to scaling your business.  He explains in detail, three elements that need to be presented when pitching an idea to an investor.  Entrepreneurs looking to grow their business need to understand their competition and have a great pitch in place. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! For the latest from Allan, g...

Allan welcomes successful entrepreneur Tom Karren, founder, and partner of Insight Pest Solutions and Vantage Marketing. Allan and Tom discuss the highs and lows of scaling their businesses. Tom talks about the basic principle of being profitable and why bigger is not always better. This episode is packed with advice on how you can successfully scale your business.  For the latest from Allan, give...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Dr. Philip Zimmerman, an expert in executive leadership. Dr. Zimmerman is the author of the book Unleash the Millennials and Save the World. Allan and Dr. Zimmerman discuss the positive impact that millennials can have on your business and what you can do to recruit top-level talent. For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram...

In today’s episode, Allan interviews serial entrepreneur Henry Daas. Henry has decades of experience as a business and financial coach, and he is the author of the book FQ: Financial Intelligence. Allan and Henry discuss the top five reasons businesses fail, and how to avoid financial mistakes as an entrepreneur. For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Luke Layman. Luke spent his early years as an Air Force fighter pilot where he learned the principles of communication, initiative, and accountability. After that incredible career, he spent the next decade perfecting ways to grow businesses. Allan and Luke discuss the important aspects of having business partners, and why you should not let fear get in the way o...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Aurimas Juodka “AJ” who is an international expert in human optimization and high-performance.  AJ discusses the 4 pillars of high-performance; biology, leadership, efficiency, and mindset. Each of these key factors can be optimized by using the Minimal Effective Dose method. AJ gives a great overview of simple daily hacks using minimal inputs, resulting in maxim...

In today’s episode, Allan welcomes Matthew Mottola, an experienced expert in the freelance economy. Matthew is the founder of Venture L, a freelance platform. Matthew is also the author of The Human Cloud. In his book, Matthew empowers his readers with practical advice for freelancing. Listen to this captivating conversation between Allan and Matthew, as they discuss the very hot topic of freelanc...

Allan welcomes leadership and workplace communication expert Brandon Smith. Brandon is a therapist, executive coach, professor, consultant, speaker, podcast host and author. Brandon’s mission is to eliminate all workplace dysfunction. In 2020, he wrote a book titled The Hot Sauce Principal. In this episode, Allan and Brandon discuss topics in the book, and how to properly use urgency to motivate y...

Allan welcomes successful business owner Shane Orlando. Shane started with a paper route at just 8 years old. For decades, Shane has used his passion for helping people, to create a successful autobody shop and home restoration business.  In this episode, Shane discusses setbacks, personal development, and what has kept his business going strong over the last 30 years! For the latest from Allan, g...

In this episode, Allan welcomes mental toughness coach Chris Pierce. Chris is an expert on teaching performance enhancement skills to professional surfers.  Chris discusses his life experiences, and how his path led him to be a mental toughness coach for soldiers and salesmen.  He also explains how mental toughness is unique to each individual. Allan and Chris discuss that everyone has their own s...

In this episode, Allan welcomes Joseph Hagan, founder of WealthColony and SCRYPTmob. Joe spent 25 years on Wall Street and is now an expert in alternative investment strategies. Allan and Joseph talk about many facets of cryptocurrency including where Bitcoin is headed, the path Litecoin has taken, and the Dogecoin surge. They also discuss the craziness that is the current stock market. For the la...

Allan welcomes tax guru Preston Anderson.  Preston discusses his incredible journey as an entrepreneur, father, and husband.  Preston’s unusual circumstances, led him and his wife to success while overcoming a serious hurdle in their life. His passion and expertise in tax strategies are what separates him from other CPA’s.  This is an episode you don’t want to miss! For the latest from Allan, give...

In this episode, Allan welcomes Lenny Gray, a successful business owner and author of Door-to-Door Millionaire. Lenny’s mission is to leave the industry better than he found it. Lenny’s coaching and experience has made him a legend in the door-to-door industry. Allan and Lenny talk about what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and why rejection is a necessary part of business. For the latest...

Allan is pleased to welcome former Major League Baseball pitcher Jason Jarvis. Jason discusses his experience playing in the big leagues. Jason points out what separates the good from the great, in both business and baseball. Nothing is given, everything is earned. For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/realallandraper/ And check out his website at all...

In this episode, Allan welcomes, Jake Bastian, co-owner of Icon Power.  In 2020, Icon Power was listed in the Phoenix Business Journal as the 5th FASTEST growing company in Arizona.  Jake discusses his journey and how his business had exponential growth in just a few short years. Allan and Jake also talk about how our toughest challenges can lead us to our greatest success. For the latest from All...

Are you ready for 2021? In this episode, Allan discusses his strategy of creating a vision, and setting goals in 7 different areas of his life; spiritual, family, mental, physical, professional, financial, and social. He discusses how to create a plan to achieve those goals. For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/realallandraper/ And check out his webs...

In this episode, Allan welcomes Wayne Martella, the 2019 Spartan race series World Champion and owner of AAMCO in Mesa, Arizona. Wayne discusses how his passion and love for competing helped him in both athletic and business endeavors. For the latest from Allan, give him a follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/realallandraper/ And check out his website at allandraper.com!

Welcome to season 2!  In this episode, Allan welcomes personal development coach and real estate magnate Brian Corr. Allan and Brian discuss goal-setting strategies that will improve your current processes. They also discuss one of the most important investments you need to make right now. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! Brian can be reached at brian@ corrpropertygroup.com or on his web...