Keith Ferrazzi

Artificial Intelligence is no longer optional for small business owners - it’s a competitive advantage you can start leveraging today. 🎧 Listen to Episode 577 of The How of Business Podcast: Mastering AI Literacy for Business with Susan Gonzales Susan Gonzales, founder of AIandYou, is joins me on this episode as we dive into the reality of AI adoption, the fears holding people back, and the simple steps you can take to get started. Susan shares her five-part formula for crafting powerful prompts and gives practical examples of how AI can save time, cut costs, and open new growth opportunities. Whether you’re brand new to AI or looking to level up your skills, this episode will help you move from curiosity to confident action.

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Culture isn’t what you write down. It’s what your body says — before you speak. If you’re leading from urgency, reactivity, or fear… that is the culture you're creating. Even with the best intentions. In this episode of Sacred Disruption, I share what culture really is, why it lives in your nervous system, and what I do when leaders ask me to “help them build culture.” It’s not about performance. It’s about coherence. 🎙 Listen now: Culture Is a Nervous System: https://lnkd.in/e3Ze5GXt #SacredDisruption #LeadershipFromWithin #EnergeticLeadership #NervousSystemHealing #QuietPower #EmbodiedCulture

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Are annuities a “bad investment”? Not exactly, because they aren’t meant to function like traditional investments. Annuities are designed to address 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 and 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, especially for retirees who want 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. They’re not for everyone, and the details matter, but understanding how they actually work changes the conversation. Education first. Decisions second. #RetirementPlanning #AnnuitiesExplained #FinancialEducation #SeniorFinance #IncomePlanning

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Business Biohack// As someone who builds companies, manages investor relations, and travels the globe for work, I consider NAD+ a mission-critical tool in my executive wellness arsenal. When you're operating at a high level, your recovery protocol needs to be just as intentional and strategic as your business plan. Because let’s face it: proactive wellness is the new competitive edge—and it’s time we normalize performance-driven self-care in leadership. After sharing my NAD+ protocol the other night, I received a flood of messages from so many biz contacts asking for details—so here’s what I personally use to stay sharp, energized, and immune-strong while navigating markets, meetings, and milestones: -100mg NAD+ intramuscular injection (glute = slow-release magic) -2x in 48 hours, ideally in the morning for optimal absorption -My bounce-back biohack when jet lag hits, my immune system dips, or burnout starts to whisper. 📍 Trusted clinics I use globally: CDMX — @drafabiolaaragon | $370 MXN Canada — @theivhealthcentre | $60 CAD Miami — @anatomy + @vitasquad | $120 USD So, what exactly is NAD+ and why should every busy professional know about it? Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide is your cellular co-pilot—fueling: -Mitochondrial energy (sustained stamina for long days) -Cognitive function (clarity under pressure) -Immune support (bounce back fast, keep moving) -DNA repair & longevity (because the long game matters) #ExecutiveWellness #NADProtocol #HighPerformanceLeadership #BusinessBiohack #JetLagRecovery #LongevityTools #BiohackingForWork #CrystalCarsonReport

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Staff departures are your culture's oracle. Listen to them. Managing partners, GCs, C-suite builders: this one's for you. In this micro-clip from my new Myth Slayer Café episode, author-coach Gail Kraft (spiritually grounded, battle-tested) names what most firms whisper around: behavior reveals the true gods your culture serves. The episode frames organizational culture around the Greek myth of Philoctetes -- Trojan War hero, snake-bitten and then abandoned -- who nearly died, but later healed, returning to his job and changing the course of the entire War. Gail's cancer journey, and the lessons she learned from it, have similarly changed the career trajectories of modern-day leaders whose missions are as daunting as the Trojan War. In the outtake clip below, she calls leaders to name what the organization actually worships -- so you stop hiring the wrong people, while bleeding trust, time, and cash. If the office walls preach ideals while calendars show another picture, this clip is your mirror. I learned the hard way: when rhetoric drifts from reality, cynicism surges, exits follow, and payouts pile up. Keep it real -- or pay the price. Watch the whole episode to learn how to:  ⚡️ Name the true values your culture serves ... and align them through shared purpose.  ⚡️ Attract warriors who thrive under your banner with radical clarity.  ⚡️ Turn pain into executive presence that moves rooms and decisions. Watch the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/es_9qCxU  Drop "Honesty" in the comments if you're ready to lead without the mask. I want your future to be EPIC! 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀: ⚡Interested in bringing lightning bolts, epic storytelling, and practical leadership takeaways to your organization's special event? Go here to find out how: https://lnkd.in/ea8s7k6r ⚡Ongoing actionable tips Greek myths can help you build a career worthy of Mount Olympus: https://lnkd.in/e6fmFHwU #MythicLeadership #LegalLeadership #ConsciousLeadership

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Small Business Success Podcast - Overcoming Broken Thought Processes - Marcus Lemonis 00:09:14 Marcus Lemonis, star of The Profit, joins us to talk about how he helps struggling small businesses. In this episode we cover how to move past your broken thought processes, become the conductor of your business, and how focusing on the fundamentals of people, process and product keeps you on track to be successful. Click this link to listen to this amazing podcast: https://bit.ly/3SPOQgp #Sales #Marketing #BusinessGrowth

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🔑 Is your leadership team functioning—or truly thriving? As a certified team coach, I’ve seen firsthand that getting along isn’t the same as trust. Too many leadership teams settle for polite collaboration—when what they really need is the kind of trust that fuels bold decisions, real connection, and lasting results. In my latest article, I share The Trust Continuum—a practical model I use to help leadership teams build the foundation for true high performance. 👉 What’s holding your team back? 👉 How can you move from functioning to truly thriving? If you're leading a team—this model might just shift your perspective. 📖 Read the article below #Leadership #TeamCoaching #Trust #TeamEffectiveness #ExecutiveTeams #HighPerformance #CatapultLeadership

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If you don't have 15 corporate partners or business owners in your network, stop everything you are doing and read this. So many non-profits spend all their time focusing on making IMPACT, but forget they also need to focus on making INCOME. The #1 thing that will help your non-profit grow financially is building relationships with people that fund major gifts. And you don't get that by hopes and prayers. You get that by sending 100's of DM's to ideal donors and build relationships with them. If you are not building your corporate partner data base, warming them up, and creating relationships, you are missing one of the biggest opportunities to grow. Want a free guide on HOW to build corporate partnerships? Comments "corporate partners" and ill send it to you!

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Are you hiding your past business "bruises" or using them as proof of your grit? In this episode, Jerry M. Conti and Mike C-Roc Ciorrocco discuss why honesty is the only policy when dealing with high-level investors. While many entrepreneurs fear their past failures, these seasoned pros explain why disclosing the "ugly" parts of your story can actually be your greatest asset. Integrity isn't just about doing things right; it's about being honest when things go wrong. The full podcast with Jerry Conti and Mike C-Roc drops TOMORROW on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & more! #JerryConti #MikeCRoc #InvestorRelations #BusinessIntegrity #EntrepreneurGrit #StartupAdvice #Transparency #BoardOfAdvisors #BAPodcast

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Great medicine needs great communication. When clients understand why you’re recommending something, they’re far more likely to say yes, and follow through. Slow down just enough to ask, “What questions do you still have?” That one line can transform the entire client experience. #DebbieBooneConsulting #ClientCommunication #VetMed #VeterinaryLeadership #PracticeGrowth #ClientExperience

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Entrepreneurs aren't buying advice anymore. In 2026, outcome-based and done-for-you business models win by delivering real results. Here's why clients now pay more for outcomes, not effort.

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This week on the Expert In You Podcast, I sit down with Devin Sizemore, Owner and Director of Strategic Partnerships, for a powerful conversation on building authentic connections and scaling with intention. ✨ Devin shares the mindset changes and tried-and-true tactics that drove his entrepreneurial journey, from starting and expanding several businesses to successfully selling them. We dive into why working yourself out of a job can be the smartest move, how to leverage your network for sustainable growth, and why leading with value opens the biggest doors. 🚀 Authentic relationships aren’t just networking; they’re the foundation for lasting business growth and high-value opportunities. 🎧 Listen now 👉 https://lnkd.in/gXAVwZQk #ExpertInYou #BusinessGrowth #NetworkingStrategy #AuthorityBranding #HighTicketClients #ClientAttraction #PodcastInterview #AnnCarden

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“You can’t keep people in your business just because you love them.” -Phil Ouellette, EOS Implementer and Business Strategist Most of us have values that we have created in our companies. Many of us have them hanging on the wall or displayed in our overview deck. Some of us recite them during our quarterly and yearly meetings. A few of us even use them as the cornerstone of cultural fit decisions during the interview process. And only a subset of us manage folks to these values before anything else, like understanding of the role, commitment to executing the work product, and does this person have the capacity to deliver) Are the values you decided were so important when you created them being lived, or are they just something for the about section on your website? The best companies and employees live by them and managers decide who is on and off the bus based on them. Are you living your values? Or would it be better if you didn’t have them at all? Our values: 1. Integrity First, Execution Follows - What we do in the dark will always make it’s way to the light 2. Show Up, Show Out - For yourself, your family, your company, and your community 3. Fix What’s Broken For Clients And The Money Follows 4. Put On Your Oxygen Mask First - You can’t help people when you have not helped yourself first 5. Submarine, Not A Sailboat - we go deep and ask the questions that others won’t, so we get the outcomes that other’s can’t Thank you Phil for a masterclass today in values and EOS Worldwide, presented to the Middleton Chamber of Commerce - WI.

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Gary Mitchell, Ontrac Coach, shares his story on Flywheel Leadership: #99 Build the Firm You Want: Find Fun Again & Spend Time with Your AND, Gary Mitchell, Ontrac Coach For attorney's this is a must listen/watch, and the principles hold for any entrepreneur looking to get a bit of their life back, AND grow. ... The conversation covers topics such as soft skills for lawyers, leadership in law firms, work-life harmony, success without sacrifice, leadership and technology, Gary's journey, SWOT analysis and leadership, and client impact and contact information for Gary Mitchell. The chapters are structured to provide a comprehensive exploration of each theme, ensuring a fluid and engaging listener experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Superpower 06:09 Work-Life Harmony 10:57 Success Without Sacrifice 16:07 Leadership and Technology 25:03 Gary's Journey 36:05 SWOT Analysis and Leadership

Finding the right seller is key when navigating business transitions. The biggest wealth transfer in history is coming, creating unique opportunities. Look for owners motivated by more than just money—personal transitions, burnout, or financial realities often signal ideal candidates. Finding a motivated seller is about aligning needs and creating win-win outcomes. #BusinessTransitions #WealthTransfer #MergersAndAcquisitions #BusinessStrategy

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Therapists: Feeling overwhelmed in private practice? Well, Melissa Bernstein (yes, that Melissa — co-founder of Melissa & Doug and now founder of the wellness brand Lifelines) knows a thing or two about business, has a heart for us therapists, and sat down with with me on Love, Happiness, and Success For Therapists to share her best business advice with you. And... you are going to love it. Melissa's perspective on business is deeply spiritual, believe it or not, and all about reclaiming the joy, the passion, the excitement about doing what you do and delivering it to people who need it. I left this convo feeling so inspired and excited. I'm going to warn you right now, this one might make you cry. But she also gave us some very practical to-dos to make your private practice more successful and your life easier. Here were her top tips. 1. Build a Bench Hire support before you feel ready. Think less about the money and more about the investment. A great part-time bookkeeper, admin, or freelance marketer can save you time, money, and stress — and let you focus on your clients. 2. Know Your Sweet Spot Get honest about what you love (and what you don’t). Do more of what energizes you — and delegate the rest as soon as you can. 3. Use the Tools That Exist I know we all mad at AI right now. However, there are some really useful applications for private practice owners that are ethical and appropriate! Melissa is all-in on using AI to save time and streamline operations. It’s efficient, affordable, and surprisingly effective for small practices. Those are just a few of her tips, but there's so much more. This conversation was packed with practical insight and heart. I can’t wait for you to hear it. Link to the full episode is in the comments. I will be so interested to hear what you think of this one....

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Ep 15 -One World in a New World with Dr. Eric Zabiegalski - Author, Senior Strategist You'll want to take notes on this apocalyptic chat as it is full of comparative ideas and resources to explore. Dr. Zabiegalski began his interest in human dynamics and questioning how we work together better from his own quest for such. We share that journey and weave a wonderful conversation through it. His experience and expertise at high-level consulting and strategic management offers another perspective of how business and human interaction evolve. Like, comment, subscribe and share: https://lnkd.in/eBZtDCrk One World: Uniting Voices - Conversations for a United World: https://amzn.to/4lrGDgH

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Two years ago, I was speaking at the San Diego Deep Dive Mastermind hosted by Jim Lutes and I shared this story about a man, a fellow business owner, who told me that 𝙖𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙬𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙙𝙞𝙙𝙣’𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩. Listen to the rest of the video for more but I think about that conversation often and about every other founder I’ve met since whose business has become entirely dependent on them. They built something real but now the business owns them. • The chronic stress of running a business can accelerate biological aging by up to 6x. • 75% of small business owners report concern about their mental health. • 56% have been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, or a stress-related condition. 𝗔𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗮 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁. It’s the move that protects the business 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶. If your business has become dependent on you, and you’re ready to install the operational foundation that lets your team finally step up and lead, DM me or email ali@wisdomandwayfinder.com. You built it. Now let’s make sure you’re still around to enjoy it. #mentalhealthawareness #businessowner #businessconsulting

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