The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO & Founder of InCommon , Dan Michelson . Dan's extensive experience in building and growing companies, particularly in the healthcare sector, has given him unique insights into the importance of culture in fostering growth and creating a positive work environment. The onset of COVID-19 has brought about sig...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder & Principal of Sales Acceleration Group , Kristie Jones . Kristie shared some common misconceptions and challenges she has observed in organizations that may not have a background in sales. The first is mis-hiring, where organizations don't understand the difference between different types of sales pro...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO of beCause Global Consulting , Nadine Hack . Nadine's company, beCause Global Consulting, has earned recognition as the best stakeholder engagement consulting firm, a testament to her expertise in improving connections within the corporate world. Her upcoming book, "The Power of Connectedness," features a fore...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO & Founder of Cascade Insights , Sean Campbell . Sean's journey to owning a research firm was an interesting one. Initially aspiring to be a college professor, he found his calling in solving complex business problems, a passion that led him to establish Cascade Insights. Sean emphasized the importance of w...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder of Madhu. Life , Madhu Dasa . Madhu is not your typical lifestyle coach. His journey to becoming a holistic lifestyle coach is as unique as his approach to life. He spent six months living in a monastery in India, where he learned various practices that he now shares with others. His mission is to help p...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder of Limitless Women , Laura Gisborne . Laura Gisborne is not just an ordinary woman; she does extraordinary things. As the founder of Limitless Women, she explained that the organization is more than just a business. It's a vehicle for creating a positive impact in families and communities. Since its ince...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Owner & Founder of ClearPeg LLC , Todd White . Todd's background is as diverse as it is impressive. He started as a mechanical engineer before transitioning into strategy consulting and global HR. His experience working across various industries and functions allows him to have a unique approach to coaching in...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO of Hughes Integrated , Rob Hughes . Rob started the conversation by highlighting a common issue many businesses grapple with - ineffective marketing strategies and wasteful spending. He likened this to branding cattle with multiple branding irons, leading to confusion rather than clarity. Instead of this sca...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder of APEX Conversion , Nate Morse . Nate Morse is the brains behind Apex Conversion System, a company dedicated to helping industry leaders generate high-quality leads on LinkedIn. Apex's mission is to assist those with valuable offerings who struggle to find and attract the right clients. They have a three-...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Chief Impact Officer of PurposePoint , Paul Epstein . Paul Epstein, the author of the book " Better Decisions Faster ," emphasizes that life and business are essentially a series of decisions and actions. Drawing from his experience as a sports executive and working with elite performers, he underscores the import...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founde & Partner of CourtAvenue , Kenny Tomlin . Court Avenue primarily works with Fortune 1000 companies and emerging challengers in the venture-backed and private equity-funded space. They offer various services, including managing and operating clients' digital presence, utilizing AI and emerging techn...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and Co-Owner of Jafton , Sardor Akhmedov . Jafton has been in the business for ten years, working with various clients, from startups to enterprise clients like Alaska Airlines. Their main focus is on app development, and they have worked on projects for well-known companies such as Kro...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Executive Coach, Former Chief of Staff, Founder & ICF-Certified Coach of Next Level Coaching, LLC , Emily Sander . Emily likens herself to "Yoda" for leaders, guiding them to operate at the peak of their potential. She believes that while leaders can gain a lot from books and videos, there comes a point where...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Chief Executive Officer, Founder & President of Pace Public Relations , Annie Pace Scranton . Annie started the conversation by acknowledging the rapid changes in the media landscape, with traditional media outlets facing layoffs and closures. Despite these challenges, she emphasized that earned media will alw...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder of VirtualDOO , Lloyd Thompson . Lloyd Thompson, who has carved a niche for himself in operational leadership, shed light on the common pitfall founders often encounter. They get entangled in the day-to-day operations of their business, which hampers their ability to focus on strategy and sales. This is...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Chairman of Wesrom , Robert Indries . Robert Indries is not just a business advisor; he's a visionary with a purpose. His vision for the next 25 years is to help humanity achieve complete peace and abundance. This is not just a lofty ideal; it's a goal that drives his businesses. Robert's companies are geared to...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Keynote Speaker & Facilitator of Growth.how™ , Eduardo Briceño . Eduardo's work is centered around the concept of a growth mindset, a belief that we can change and improve. It's not just about believing in the potential for change, but also understanding how to change and develop effective habits and systems f...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founder & CEO of Delia Associates , Ed Delia . Delia Associates works with clients who are part of the supply chain of larger brands, helping them position themselves to win in the market and drive growth. One recurring challenge they face is attracting talent to these B2B companies, which may not always...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Co-Founder & CEO of Strata Identity , Eric Olden . Eric broke down the concept of identity orchestration. He explained that it falls within a new software category designed to enable organizations to maintain identity management across multiple cloud platforms consistently and automatically. This software ensu...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Co-Founder & Publisher of GracePoint Matrix Publishing , Michelle Vandepas . Michelle Vandepas is not just a publisher; she's a catalyst for authors, helping them discern their standpoints and broadcast their messages to the world. Through her company, GracePoint Publishing, she offers book coaching and publ...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO & Founder of AdOutreach, Aleric Heck Aleric Heck is not just a CEO; he's a changemaker whose work transcends the boundaries of advertising. Aleric spoke passionately about his mission to create a positive impact in the world. He believes that marketing, particularly video-based ads, can serve as a catalyst...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO & Co-founder of Gembah , Henrik Johansson . One of the critical aspects Henrik discussed was the potential time savings that Gemba offers. In today's fast-paced landscape, time is a precious commodity. According to Henrik, Gemba can reduce the time and cost of product development by up to 50% or even 70%....

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO of ATAK Interactive , Austin LaRoche . Austin started the conversation by exploring the importance of marketing technology, or martech, in bridging the gap between sales and marketing teams. As Austin explained, the traditional silos separating these two crucial departments are gradually crumbling, thanks to t...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Chief Executive Officer of Automation Empire LLC , Ron Earley . Automation Empire is an investment company focusing uniquely on the wholesale world. They partner with big brands and manufacturers to start Amazon storefronts for investors. Their To build robust investment portfolios. Automation Empire handles eve...

In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder & Google Ads Lead Generation Expert of Level 28 Media , Michelle Kop . Michelle began by explaining the difference between SEO and PPC advertising. While SEO focuses on ranking a website organically on Google, PPC advertising helps clients appear at the top of organic listings through paid advertising....