The Heart-Led Business Show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Scott Darragh, founder of Jet Set Trainer and former Army Black Hawk pilot turned airline captain, for a powerful conversation on health, leadership, and heart-led business. We unpack what it really means to serve while selling with integrity, how Scott built a six-figure fitness business in one year, and why owning your value is essential to lasti...

Send us Fan Mail What do ski gear, frozen cookies, and CFO strategy have in common? Michael Barbarita and a powerful lesson in what actually drives business success. In this episode, I sit down with Michael Barbarita, a veteran entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience across retail, manufacturing, and finance. From scaling companies to $8M in revenue to navigating humbling failures, Michael s...

Send us Fan Mail Today on the Heart-Led Business Show, I sit down with John Heringer, founder of Method3 Fitness, to dive into his 20+ year journey of building a community that leads with heart. From starting at a local gym to leading a team of 17 and serving nearly 600 clients, John shares his lessons on relationships, leadership, and balancing purpose with profitability. His story is full of ins...

Send us Fan Mail What if your business could be deeply profitable and deeply human? In this episode of The Heart-Led Business Show, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Ally Machate, a literary luminary and the mastermind behind The Writer’s Ally, bringing over 25 years of wisdom from the publishing world. From breaking away from traditional publishing to building a business that truly puts...

Send us Fan Mail What if the secret to landing your dream client—or even your dream partner—was hiding in your junk drawer? In this episode, Kathi Burns, board-certified professional organizer and author of How to Master Your Muck, shows how clearing clutter can unlock clarity, creativity, and cash flow. We dive into everything from decluttering your closet and digital workspace to creating mental...

Send us Fan Mail What if the secret to extraordinary business success isn’t strategy, systems, or even hard work—but the courage to lead with your heart? Randy Lyman knows this truth intimately. A former physicist, engineer, and serial entrepreneur, he transformed not just his companies but his life by embracing emotional truth, vulnerability, and authentic connection. On today’s episode, Randy re...

Send us Fan Mail From streets to strategy: Jim Padilla, Founder & CEO of Gain the Edge, shares his journey. On this episode of The Heart-Led Business Show, Jim shares how he turned a chaotic past into a masterclass in high-stakes leadership. Learn how he transforms stress into strategy, scales businesses without losing humanity, and builds systems that turn setbacks into serious success. 🎧 Ge...

Send us Fan Mail Discover what it truly means to run a heart-led business with Heather Adams, CEO of Choice Media & Communications. Heather leads an all-female powerhouse team, has launched over 100 New York Times bestsellers, and builds brands with compassion at their core. In this episode, she shares her journey from PR pro to entrepreneur, how to navigate crises without losing your values,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Jake Prince, owner of Prince Health, a thriving chiropractic and regeneration practice. We dive into his journey of building a $2 million health empire rooted in compassion, community, and heart-led leadership. Jake shares his experience overcoming personal health challenges, redefining success in the wellness industry, and how leading with heart c...

Send us Fan Mail 💥 What if building wealth didn’t have to come at the expense of your heart? Today, I’m sharing an incredible conversation with Brad Blazar, a former oil CEO turned capital-raising expert who has helped raise over $2 billion—all while leading with purpose, compassion, and vision. Brad shares his path to becoming a “fulfillionaire”—rich in purpose, relationships, and impact. We exp...

Send us Fan Mail What if everything you’ve been working toward — the revenue, the recognition, the “success” — ends up draining you instead of filling you? In this episode, I sit down with serial entrepreneur Mike Brcic, founder of Wayfinders. Mike opens up about the moment he realized he was building his business for validation — not fulfillment. That realization transformed everything and led hi...

Send us Fan Mail Join me on the Heart-Led Business Show as we dive into the inspiring journey of Alice Maria James — host of Read This! Authors Corner and Executive Director of the Black Authors Hall of Fame.  After more than 30 years in the fashion industry, a sudden health challenge rerouted her path. Today, Alice is on a heartfelt mission to celebrate Black authors, amplify untold stories, and...

Send us Fan Mail What if putting people first could transform your business—and your life? ❤️ This week, I sit down with David Hancock, founder of Morgan James Publishing, to explore heart-led leadership and building a purpose-first business that leaves a legacy, not just a ledger. 🎧 Hear how David flipped frustration into innovation, built a hybrid publishing empire, and empowers authors to succ...

Send us Fan Mail Can you truly run a business with heart and still make a profit? This week’s guest, Johnny Beirne, helps coaches and course creators turn ordinary presentations into captivating experiences that inspire action and convert with authenticity. In this heartfelt conversation, he shares what it really means to build a heart-led business, let go of guilt, and balance generosity with pro...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Heart-Led Business Show, I sit down with Ken Rusk, a bestselling author and seasoned entrepreneur, to delve into his inspiring journey at Rusk Industries. Ken shares his unique approach to fostering an employee-centric culture, emphasizing the importance of empowering employees to achieve their personal and professional goals.  Discover how Ken’s heart-led s...

Send us Fan Mail What if the biggest thing holding you back in business isn’t your strategy… but who you think you’re allowed to be? In this episode of The Heart-Led Business Show, Curtis McCullom dives deep into breaking free from hidden blocks, embracing authenticity, and building a heart-led business that thrives in both impact and profit. From uncovering subconscious patterns to aligning with...

Send us Fan Mail What if connection didn’t have to revolve around cocktails? ✨ In this episode of The Heart-Led Business Show, I sit down with Laura Nelson, co-founder of Sober Life Rocks and author of The Inclusive Event Planner. She’s rewriting the rules of networking and events, proving that the most powerful connections happen when inclusivity, not alcohol, takes center stage. Think less “hap...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a Fortune 10 executive ditches the corporate grind to lead with heart? Kyle McDowell joins us to share how his 10 “We” principles sparked a cultural revolution in the workplace—one that’s as profitable as it is people-first.  Get ready for leadership truths, a few laughs, and a whole lot of heart. In this episode of The Heart-Led Business Show, Kyle shares how he...

Send us Fan Mail Healthcare shouldn’t feel transactional—it should feel human. In this episode of the Heart-Led Business Show, I sit down with Matthew Gillogly, founder of Mavrix Profit System, to explore how doctors can break free from the constraints of insurance-driven healthcare and return to what truly matters: healing with heart. From a professional golf career to pioneering a healthcare rev...

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when achievement leaves you exhausted instead of fulfilled? That’s the exact crossroads Mohamed “Mo” Ahmed faced after climbing the ladder at Microsoft and Amazon, only to discover that success without purpose can feel empty. Instead of chasing hustle, Mo chose heart. In this episode, he shares how aligning your business with your deepest “why” can transform not onl...

Send us Fan Mail Looking to transform your approach to business and life? In this episode, I chat with Jason Wolbers, motivational speaker and author, about heart-led business, authentic connections, and cultivating a positive mindset. Learn how to turn sales into meaningful relationships, align your work with your purpose, and start each day with optimism, plus insights from his book, “The Power...

Send us Fan Mail Passion without profit? Not here. In this powerful conversation with Barton Henderson—founder of one of the fastest-growing promo companies and co-creator of the Agora Guild—we unpack what it really means to run a heart-led business while still making money, growing community, and staying true to your values. From networking hacks that actually work to building a men’s group that...

Send us Fan Mail What if the light around you could heal your mind, balance your hormones, and boost your energy? Roudy Nassif, founder of VivaRays, shares how living in sync with nature’s light and dark cycles helped him reverse ADHD, depression, and fatigue—and why light is far more than just something that helps us see. From hormone health to mental clarity, he reveals how the right light can t...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to build a heart-led business and keep it that way for nearly 30 years? 💡 In this episode, Fredrick Hahn, founder of SlowBurn Personal Training, reveals how purpose, passion, and people-first values have guided his journey in the fitness industry. Learn the philosophy behind the SlowBurn method, how he’s scaling through franchising without losing heart, and why...

Send us Fan Mail What if your business gave you the kind of life you didn’t need a vacation from? Yeah—that’s the kind of conversation we’re having today. In this episode, I’m talking with the incredible Leslie Hocker, a woman who walked away from a high-powered oil & gas career (the ultimate boys’ club) to open Houston’s first-ever Pilates studio… back when “core strength” was still considere...