What's Kenner French Thinking!

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way people manage money, but many entrepreneurs and investors still hesitate to use it. Is AI safe? How much personal information should you share? Can it really help with bookkeeping, taxes, and financial planning? In this episode, R. Kenner French and Elaine Mingus discuss how AI can become a valuable financial assistant when used responsibly. They exp...

What does it take to build an audience of millions on social media? In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with Garner Hall, an 18-year-old entrepreneur behind the Instagram page Brain Nourishment, which has grown to more than 4.7 million followers. Even more impressive, Garner built this audience organically through consistency, relatable content, and a mission to encourage healthier digital...

How to Protect Your Assets with LLCs and Reduce Lawsuit Risk? 🎧 Many entrepreneurs start their businesses with limited time, limited budgets, and big dreams. It's common to launch a business under your own name, file a Schedule C, and put off forming an LLC because there always seems to be something more urgent. But what happens when your business grows and your personal assets are still exp...

How do you turn a nationally recognized brand into a trusted local business? Many entrepreneurs dream of building a nationally recognized brand, but what happens when you want to strengthen your presence in your local community? 🎧 In this episode, the conversation explores how successful businesses can translate national credibility into local trust while continuing to grow through strategic mark...

Government hiring is often criticized for being slow, expensive, and burdened by administrative processes. Some leadership positions remain vacant for months—or even years—while communities wait for decisions that impact everyday life. In this episode, R. Kenner French joins Elaine Mingus to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) could fundamentally change the way cities operate. Rather than rep...

Starting a business is one challenge—convincing customers, investors, and partners to believe in it is another. 🎧 Many entrepreneurs spend countless hours perfecting their products but overlook one of the biggest factors that determines success: how they communicate their vision. A great business idea isn't enough if the story behind it fails to connect with the right audience. In this episo...

Have you formed an LLC but aren't sure what a registered agent actually does? Many business owners don't fully understand the role of a registered agent until they miss an important legal notice, tax document, or state filing. A registered agent isn't just another business expense; it's a required part of maintaining compliance and protecting your company. In this episode, R. K...

Many entrepreneurs believe that having a great product is enough to succeed. But as this conversation reveals, products alone rarely create long-term business growth. Without strategic marketing, brand positioning, and a clear understanding of customer behavior, businesses often struggle to scale. In this episode, the discussion explores why marketing is much more than advertising. Effective marke...

Success in business doesn't always come from having decades of experience. Sometimes, it comes from seeing opportunities differently, staying consistent, and using today's technology wisely. 🎧 In this episode of What's Kenner French Thinking?, R. Kenner French and Elaine Mingus wrap up their conversation about young entrepreneur Garner Hall and discuss what business owners of every...

Success in real estate isn't just about finding the next great property. It's about building the systems, leadership skills, and community that allow you to grow beyond being a solo investor. In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with Mark Stubler of Joe Homebuyer to discuss what it really takes to build a sustainable real estate investing business. Rather than focusing only on acq...

Many business owners have a registered agent and don't even realize it. When forming an LLC or corporation, especially in a state where you don't reside, a registered agent is often required. Yet many entrepreneurs never fully understand what a registered agent does, why it matters, or how it helps protect their business. In this episode, R. Kenner French of VastSolutionsGroup.com explai...

Many business owners believe that a great product is enough to succeed. Unfortunately, that mindset often becomes the biggest obstacle to growth. In this episode, international marketing strategist Karina Karn shares insights from years of working with global brands and studying consumer behavior. Drawing from her experience in marketing, behavioral science, and international business, she explain...

Building an audience online feels overwhelming for many entrepreneurs. Some give up after a handful of posts, while others struggle to gain traction despite consistent effort. In this episode of What's Kenner French Thinking?, R. Kenner French and Elaine Mingus discuss the remarkable story of Garner Hall, a high school entrepreneur who quietly grew an Instagram audience to approximately 5 mil...

Are you working harder to grow your business, but still feeling like everything is held together with duct tape? Many entrepreneurs believe that more leads, more marketing, or more sales will solve their growth challenges. But according to business strategist Laurel Pendle, the real issue often lies beneath the surface. In this episode, Laurel shares why businesses struggle when they scale without...

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept—it's already influencing how businesses, governments, and communities operate every day. Yet many city leaders, business owners, and professionals remain hesitant to embrace AI because they either don't understand its capabilities or fear its impact. In this episode, R. Kenner French and Elaine Mingus explore the growing role of artif...

Writing a book isn't just about publishing ideas. It can sharpen your thinking, strengthen your brand, open unexpected doors, and create a community around the message you want to share. In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with Philip Atkinson, author of BeeWise and founder of Hive Logic, to explore the surprising benefits of authorship and why curiosity remains one of the most valuab...

Artificial intelligence is everywhere today, but few people were talking about it when R. Kenner French first saw its potential. Long before ChatGPT became a household name, Kenner was exploring how AI could help small business owners become more efficient, reduce tax burdens, and create better work-life balance. In this episode of What's Kenner French Thinking?, co- host Elaine Mingus sits d...

Building wealth is one challenge. Preserving it, growing it efficiently, and passing it on to future generations is an entirely different game. In this episode, R. Kenner French sits down with financial consultant Mark Miller, partner at Hilton Tax and Wealth Advisors and manager of the Hilton Family Office. Together, they explore how family offices operate, why some of the wealthiest families in...

Artificial intelligence is changing the way businesses operate, but many entrepreneurs still wonder how AI can be used beyond simple chatbots and content generation. In this episode of What's Kenner French Thinking?, R. Kenner French shares how he has integrated AI into nearly every aspect of his business operations. From bookkeeping and tax mitigation to media production and business managem...

Many entrepreneurs and business leaders focus heavily on starting new initiatives, landing new clients, and chasing the next opportunity. But what if one of the most overlooked drivers of success isn't how you start—but how you finish? In this episode, Philip Atkinson, author of Be Wise, shares powerful lessons from the world of beekeeping and explains how the natural cycles of a hive mirror...

In this episode, Elaine Mingus and R. Kenner French explore one of the biggest questions facing business owners today: how can artificial intelligence help companies grow without overwhelming the people running them? Kenner shares how AI has become central to his business operations, especially as his company serves thousands of clients and brings in dozens of new clients each month. Without techn...

Learn how entrepreneurs and small businesses can leverage press releases to gain visibility, improve search rankings, and position themselves as industry leaders.  In this episode, host R. Kenner French sits down with Mickie Kennedy, founder of eReleases, to discuss how entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses can use press releases to generate media coverage, build authority, improve SEO, an...

Many entrepreneurs and professionals spend years searching for the right career path, only to discover that the lessons they needed were already present in their early life experiences. In this episode of What's Kenner French Thinking? Elaine Mingus sits down with R. Kenner French to explore his journey from a sports-focused childhood to becoming a financial professional, business owner, and...

What if the biggest lesson about business growth isn't coming from a billionaire, CEO, or business guru—but from a bee? Most entrepreneurs spend their days working harder, longer, and faster, believing that's the formula for success. But according to Philip Atkinson, author of Bee Wise: 12 Leadership Lessons from a Busy Beehive, constantly staying busy may actually be holding your busine...

Artificial intelligence is changing the way businesses operate, but many entrepreneurs still feel overwhelmed by the technology. Some worry AI is too complicated, while others are unsure how it can actually improve their daily lives. In this episode of What’s Kenner French Thinking?, R. Kenner French shares how AI can simplify business operations, improve work-life balance, and help small business...