Show Notes:Leveraging Social Proof to Elevate Your Brand with Zachary BernardIn this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater speaks with Zachary Bernard, a young entrepreneur and founder of the PR firm We Feature You. Zachary shares his expertise on leveraging social proof to grow businesses. He discusses the main problems his firm addresses, such as building credibility and gaining exposure through media placements. Zachary explains their unique performance-based model and...

Show Notes:Expanding Without Losing Talent: Insights from Talent Boost's Claire ChandlerIn this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater sits down with Claire Chandler, founder and president of Talent Boost.Claire discusses her proven Growth on Purpose framework which helps businesses expand without losing their best talent. She explains the common challenges organizations face during growth, such as low attraction, retention, engagement, and mobility of talent.Claire shares her...

Show Notes:Building a Premium Consulting Business with Ann CardenBill Prater hosts Ann Carden on the Business Builder Show to discuss strategies for building a lucrative and impactful consulting and professional coaching business.Ann shares her expertise as a top business growth expert, marketing strategist, and CEO of her own company, emphasizing the importance of leveraging one's background and expertise to create high-end, premium packages.She details her four-step system for success,...

Show Notes:The Future of Sales with John Barrows: AI, Fundamentals, and Business AcumenIn this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater interviews John Barrows, the CEO of JB Sales, a sales training company. John shares his insights on how the rapidly changing sales landscape is demanding a return to the fundamentals of sales and an increase in business acumen, especially with the rise of AI. He provides actionable advice for sales organizations and individuals on adapting to...

Show Notes:From Overworked to Organized: David Jenyns on Business SystematizationIn this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater talks with David Jenyns, the founder of Systemology, about the transformative impact of systematizing businesses.David, drawing from his own experiences as an overworked entrepreneur, shares practical insights on documenting and delegating processes to help business owners step away from daily operations and scale effectively. He discusses the...

Show Notes:Transforming Executive Assistance through AI and Innovative TrainingIn this episode of the Business Builder Show, we explore the transformative impact of AI on executive assistance with Hoyin Cheung, founder and CEO of Hermesi. He shares how Hermesi uses advanced AI and comprehensive upskilling to enhance productivity for C-level executives, addressing challenges leaders face in a post-pandemic world. Additionally, the episode highlights a unique 30-day training program that aims...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater discusses with Mark Donegan, a virtual CMO and business consultant, how to ignite change and meet market demands for B2B companies.Mark targets technical founders and helps them understand the new complexities of the buyer's journey in B2B, which has seen a significant transformation over the past few years. He explains the challenges faced by founders, such as the belief that building an innovative product will...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater welcomes Kimberly Crowe, an internationally renowned public speaker and entrepreneur, to discuss the benefits of guest speaking on podcasts to grow a business.Kimberly shares her insights as a speaker, keynote, and TEDx authority, and founder of Speakers Playhouse. She aims to make public speaking engaging and accessible for entrepreneurs and coaches seeking to expand their audience and influence.Kimberly highlights her...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater interviews Matt Bailey, a leading expert in digital marketing training and owner of SiteLogic.Bailey discusses his comprehensive approach to training, emphasizing the importance of core marketing concepts and effective communication. He shares insights on serving a diverse audience, from university graduates to mid-career changers and corporate marketing teams.Matt highlights key industry challenges, from keeping...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builders Show, host Bill Prater interviews Gregory Stebbins, a global authority on wise leadership. ​Stebbins shares insights from his four-decade career, discussing the development of leadership wisdom through his Journey to Wise Leadership program.He emphasizes the importance of inner wisdom and self-awareness for leaders at all levels. Through compelling case studies,Greg illustrates the transformation of both emerging and senior leaders. He also...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater interviews David Deane-Spread, an expert in fostering workplace culture.David shares insights from his extensive background, including his experience in the military and law enforcement. He explains his coaching strategies for leaders in crafting a thriving business environment, emphasizing cultural alignment, effective delegation, and leadership communication.David also highlights the importance of attitudinal...

Show Notes:Welcome to the Business Builder Show with Bill Prater, where we feature industry champions from around the globe. Our guest today, Joe Frankie III, West Point graduate and former U.S. Army warfighter, shares insights on why your LinkedIn profile must be a one-stop shopping experience. Joe, now an author, coach, and search consultant, advises executives, transitioning military leaders, and students on better merchandising themselves using LinkedIn. He discusses the importance of...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater interviews Debbie Allen, a seasoned entrepreneur turned professional speaker, about her journey from purchasing her first business at 19 to becoming a self-made millionaire by 32.Debbie shares her expertise in mentoring solo entrepreneurs, focusing on building and growing million-dollar businesses through effective branding, marketing, and the art of public speaking. She discusses the challenges and solutions faced by...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater interviews Bob Norton, a seasoned entrepreneur, technologist, and founder of the CEO Bootcamp and Entrepreneurship University. Bob shares his insights on scaling businesses to $100 million and beyond, emphasizing the importance of a strong management team, innovation, and differentiated strategies. The discussion covers the role of niches, stages of business development, and the critical management systems required for...

Show Notes:Amplifying Wealth and Engineering Independence with Devesh SharmaIn this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater introduces visionary Devesh Sharma, founder of Axis Solutions. Devesh discusses how he helps business owners trapped in the 'golden cage' of their success to amplify their wealth and achieve full independence. Highlighting his thoughtful auction processes and customer-focused strategies, Devesh illustrates how his approach often generates significantly...

Show Notes:Bill Prater hosts the Business Builder Show, featuring industry champions from around the world. In this episode, Rick Yvanovich, founder and CEO of TRG International and co-founder/CFO of Great People Inside, shares insights on thriving in today's ever-changing business landscape.Rick, a serial entrepreneur and business coach, emphasizes the power of transformation and continuous learning. He guides listeners through his nine-step process in a masterclass, helping individuals...

Show Notes:Bill Prater, the host of the Business Builder Show, interviews Thomas Douglas from JMARK, a leading company in technology solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. Tom shares his journey of joining JMARK, making tough decisions, and growing the company to over 120 employees. He talks about the common problems faced by businesses in terms of security, instability, and backup/disaster recovery. Tom also highlights the importance of empowering people, creating a stable...

Show Notes:Bill Prater welcomes Eric Nehrlich to the Business Builder Show.Eric, an executive coach at too many trees dot com, helps leaders have more impact by challenging mindsets and habits that hold them back. They discuss common leadership problems, such as the challenge of working harder but not getting better results, and the transition from being a problem solver to a leader who creates teams to solve problems.Eric shares a real-life example of a client and how he helped them shift...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater interviews Kristi Piehl, the founder and CEO of Media Minefield.Kristi shares her mission to innovate the public relations industry and help businesses grow through being a social CEO. She discusses the common problems her clients face, such as wanting to be more well-known and struggling with social media and getting press coverage.Kristi also provides insights into her company's approach to handling crisis situations...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater interviews Bryan Gerber, founder and CEO of Hara Supply and Hera Brands. Bryan shares insights into scaling a business in the emerging cannabis industry. He discusses the challenges and solutions for serving both the direct-to-consumer and B2B markets, as well as the unique problems his organizations solve for their customers. Bryan also talks about differentiating his business from competitors, his vision for the...

Show Notes:This episode of the Business Builder Show opens with host Bill Prater introducing the mission of the podcast. He aims to bring champions from a variety of industries worldwide to provide timely, provocative, and actionable resources. These resources are intended to inspire, promote, and accelerate listeners in their quest for business excellence.Bill then introduces the guest of the episode, Denny Cherry. Denny is the owner and principal consultant for Denny Cherry and Associates...

Show Notes:In this episode of the Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater talks to Hope Horner, three-time entrepreneur and founder of Lemonlight.Hope shares her insights on entrepreneurship and discusses how her company assists 'challenger brands' or mid-market companies eager to level up their marketing efforts to vie with established, enterprise-level brands. Hope explains her management philosophy including Lemonlight's core values, how she shapes the team, and her reliance on patience...

Show Notes:In this episode of Business Builder Show, host Bill Prater interviews Bill Spohn, the CEO and founder of True Tech Tools. Spohn shares the journey of his company from a small operation running out of a spare bedroom to a multi-million dollar business offering curated tools and essential support to technicians and the energy industry worldwide. They serve businesses as well as individual technicians, advising them on best practices and selling tools direct.Additionally, Spohn talks...

Show Notes:In this episode of Business Builders Show, Bill Prater interviews Joseph Soria, the co-founder of Flash Routers, a custom router and Wi-Fi networking solution provider that focuses on privacy and VPN integration.Joseph discusses his journey from early entrepreneurship through to the formation of Flash Routers, describing the value his company adds through custom router solutions aimed at integrating privacy and VPN services. He also highlights the company's 'Privacy Hero' product,...