Well Coached with Chris Weinberg

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with Carolyn Nugent and Alen Ramos, owners and pastry chefs of Poulette Bakeshop, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, partnership, resilience, and what it takes to turn world-class craft into a business that actually works. Carolyn and Alen share their journey from elite fine dining and Michelin-level kitchens to building their own nationally...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with Andrea Anderson of Andrews Cadillac Sales for a conversation about grit, resilience, personal branding, and what it takes to create trust in an industry many people walk into with their guard up. Andrea shares how she went from working as a registered dietitian and personal trainer to becoming one of the top Cadillac sales producers in the coun...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with bestselling author and speaker Jon Acuff for a conversation about procrastination, progress, and what it takes to stop stalling and start moving toward the life and work you actually want. Jon shares insight from his book Procrastination Proof, unpacking why procrastination is not just a time-management problem — it is often tied to fear, overt...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with Andy Kerr and Rachel Kerr Lovelace of Kerr Entertainment Group for a conversation about family business, leadership, live entertainment, and what it takes to build trust in a high-pressure, relationship-driven industry. Andy and Rachel share what they have learned from working side by side, growing a business across generations, and helping cli...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with Tensley Almand, President & CEO of Atlanta Mission, for a conversation about leadership, service, calling, and what it means to meet people in some of the hardest places of their lives. Tensley shares how his background in ministry shaped the way he leads, and how his work at Atlanta Mission has expanded his understanding of compassion, respons...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with Brandon Gill, Senior VP of Management & Records at Creative Nation for a conversation about artist management, creative leadership, and what it takes to help artists build sustainable careers. Brandon shares insight into the role of a manager as both strategist and steady presence, helping artists navigate the many moving pieces around them, fr...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg sits down with Chris Blair, founder of Nashville’s iconic Listening Room, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, creativity, and building a business around authentic human connection. What began as a passion for songwriters and live music has grown into one of Nashville’s most respected listening venues, known for creating an intimate space where...

Season 8 of Well Coached is all about momentum. The kind that changes your business, your relationships, and your purpose. Hosted by Chris Weinberg, this new season features conversations with visionary leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives who know what it takes to move forward with clarity and intention. From Nashville icons like Chris Blair of The Listening Room Cafe to Brandon Gill of Creative...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg sits down with Nashville-based attorney and entrepreneur Nancy Stabell to explore how smart legal strategy can become a true growth driver, not just a risk management tool. Nancy shares her journey from corporate law to building her own firm, and how her approach to law centers on helping business owners create opportunity, not just avoid problems. T...

In this solo episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg explores a leadership tension every growing business faces: how to become more professional without losing what made the business special in the first place. Chris breaks down the concept of being “corporate enough” and reframes professionalism as a tool for clarity, fairness, and scalability, not rigidity or bureaucracy. Through the lens of Peo...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with Lauren Johnson of Choose Joy Nursing to explore what it really takes to build and scale a service based business rooted in purpose. Lauren shares how she has navigated growth, leadership, and the emotional weight of working in healthcare while staying aligned with her mission to serve families well. Together, they unpack how to build systems wi...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris sits down with Brittney Kelley of Tribe Kelley to talk about what it really takes to build a brand with conviction. Brittney shares how Tribe Kelley grew into a nationally recognized apparel company by staying committed to ethical production, American made manufacturing, and real community connection, even when it would have been easier to take shortcuts. Thr...

In this solo episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg tackles a topic most entrepreneurs resist but desperately need: systems. Not the kind that make your business feel cold or corporate, but the kind that save you. Chris makes the case that a lack of systems is what creates chaos, drains creativity, and leads straight to burnout. Using the People, Sales, Profit, and Self framework, Chris breaks do...

In this solo episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg breaks down the core philosophy of being “corporate enough” and why it is essential for sustainable growth. Many entrepreneurs resist structure because they fear it will strip away creativity, but Chris makes the case that the right amount of structure is what actually protects the business and allows it to scale beyond solo survival. Using the...

Empathy is often misunderstood in the business world. Some see it as softness. Others see it as optional. In this solo episode, Chris makes the case that empathy is not just kindness. It is a competitive advantage. Through the four pillars of people, sales, profit, and self, Chris explains how empathetic leadership builds loyalty, strengthens client relationships, reduces costly turnover, and crea...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg sits down with Brittany Schaffer for a conversation about transferable skill sets, reinvention, and leading with vision across very different environments. Brittany shares her career path from entertainment law in Los Angeles, to building and leading teams at Spotify, to her current role as Dean of Belmont University’s Curb College of Entertainment a...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg sits down with Nikki Boon of Neon Coast for an inside look at what it really takes to build an artist career in today’s creator economy. Nikki shares how she worked her way from Michigan to Nashville, got her start in touring, and grew into artist management - where her job is equal parts vision, strategy, relationship building, and execution. Throug...

In this episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg sits down with Stacy Richter, CEO of Live Lingua, to unpack why communication is quickly becoming one of the most important competitive advantages in a borderless economy. Stacy shares his path from leading major brand accounts in the agency world to building a business focused on business driven, ROI focused language training. Together, they explore...

Season 7 of Well Coached launches February 24th, and this season is all about leading and scaling without losing your humanity. In this trailer, Chris Weinberg shares what’s ahead: conversations with founders, creatives, legal minds, operators, and leadership experts who are building strong, sustainable businesses rooted in both structure and soul. If you’re done choosing between professionalism a...

In this solo episode, Chris Weinberg takes you backstage into the world of music empires to reveal how artists, managers, and labels scale careers, and what small business owners can learn from their playbook. Whether you’re building a brand, a business, or a legacy, the same success principles apply. Looking through the lens of People, Sales, Profit, and Self, Chris shares real-life takeaways fro...

Behind every hit song is a crew of unsung heroes, and the same is true for every thriving business. In this solo episode, Chris Weinberg pulls back the curtain on the "hidden team" that powers success, drawing parallels between music industry tour teams and the behind-the-scenes talent in your business. Through the typical lens of People, Sales, Profit, and Self, Chris shares what it really takes...

What does it take to lead through chaos, serve in crisis, and build a global impact organization without losing yourself along the way? In this powerful episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg sits down with Ken Isaacs, Vice President of Programs and Government Relations at Samaritan's Purse and the author of his new book "Running Toward the Fire". Ken shares stories from his 37 years on the front...

In this inspiring conversation, Chris Weinberg sits down with former Baltimore Ravens linebacker Vince Biegel for a deep dive into mindset, motivation, and navigating adversity. Vince shares powerful stories of his journey - from growing up on a cranberry farm in Wisconsin to recovering from multiple injuries and rediscovering his "why" in the NFL. This episode is about more than football; it's ab...

In this AMA-style solo episode, Chris answers listener-submitted questions about work-life rhythm, team dynamics, and his own journey with burnout and business ownership. Candid, unfiltered, and full of takeaways, this episode is a window into the real conversations founders and leaders are having but don’t always say out loud. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How Chris manages personal boundari...

Chris looks back at his own personal and professional growth in 2025; sharing the unexpected lessons, hard-won insights, and the quiet realizations that changed everything. It’s a vulnerable, honest snapshot of life behind the scenes of Well Coached, and a call to slow down and notice what’s shaping us. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How emotional awareness makes you a better entrepreneur The...