Join host Brian Stone as he interviews Joe Graci from Jova Ventures and Advisory, a seasoned expert in building and scaling businesses. In this insightful episode, Joe shares his journey and expertise in helping business owners navigate growth and successful exits.

✨ Episode Highlights:

• Understanding dependency risk and its impact on business value
• Strategies for mitigating owner and operational dependencies
• The importance of systematizing processes and succession planning
• Leveraging third-party providers for risk reduction

Joe provides invaluable advice on how to prepare your business for a successful sale and ensure its long-term sustainability. Whether you're a first-time business owner or an experienced entrepreneur, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you think ahead and safeguard your business's future.

Connect with:

• Brian Stone: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-stone/ |
• Joe Gracchi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joegraci/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/jovaventures/

Produced by Titan Media Worx: This episode is part of the “Small Business Chronicles” series, bringing you the latest insights and strategies from industry professionals. Stay tuned for more episodes featuring expert advice to help you thrive in the business world.

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Brian Stone talks with Ammean DeJohn, who brings a rich history of the beauty industry and an impressive portfolio of building and selling businesses. Hear about her beginnings, growth and lessons learned along the way.

What you will learn:

• The real challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship.
• The importance of financial education in entrepreneurial success.
• Ammean's unique approach to combining creativity with business insights.
• Practical ideas and strategies based on Ammean's experience.

Perfect for entrepreneurs at any stage.

Connect with us:

Brian Stone:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-stone/
• https://titanmediaworx.com/
• https://smallbusinessdelivered.com/

Ammean DeJohn:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameanndejohn/
• http://clarismabeauty.com/

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Tune in now for this interesting conversation that could change the way you think about business.

Join Brian Stone at Unlocking Growth as he sits down with Edgar Diaz of the Kukenan Group for a discussion on customized business coaching. With a background in engineering and over 20 years in the corporate world, Edgar brings a wealth of experience to his customized coaching sessions, focusing on strategy, profitability and scalability.

Edgar's unique approach to coaching emphasizes simplicity, strategy, planning and accountability, ensuring that his clients not only design effective plans, but also execute them successfully. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to bring your idea to life or you have a small business looking to grow, Edgar's insights on how to break big challenges into manageable actions and prioritize tasks will guide you toward achieving your business goals.

Tune in for this episode full of practical tips to transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality.

Connect with:

Brian Stone:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-stone/
• https://titanmediaworx.com/
• https://smallbusinessdelivered.com/

Edgar Diaz:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgarfranciscodiaz/
• https://kukenan-group.com/
• https://linktr.ee/edgarfdiaz

Discover the secrets of business agility with Larry Apke, leading VUCA consultant and agile coach, in Small Business Chronicles hosted by Brian Stone.

In this episode, Larry shares unique strategies for businesses to not only survive, but succeed.

You will learn the importance of agility and the dangers of decisions based on intuition.

He points out while Larry explains the transformative power of scientific thinking to make informed decisions.

Tune in to discover the secrets to resilience and growth in the VUCA world with Larry Apke.

Connect with:v

Brian Stone:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-stone/
• https://titanmediaworx.com/
• https://smallbusinessdelivered.com/

Larry Apke:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/larryapke/
• http://www.larryapke.com/
• https://www.vucamba.com/
• https://www.youtube.com/@LarryApke

Join Brian Stone on "Unlocking Growth" for an insightful episode with Christopher Chamberlin, a real estate agent turned mindset coach. Christopher's journey from aerospace engineering to real estate and coaching is an example of the power of personal transformation.

Discover Christopher's practical approach, which combines neuroscience, cognitive-behavioral psychology and meditation, to equip people with tools to manage emotions, seize opportunities and prosper in the face of adversity. Whether you work in real estate or seek personal development, Christopher's insights will provide you with practical strategies for growth and success.

Tune in to this inspiring conversation that will enable you to unlock your full potential.

Connect with:

Brian Stone:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-stone/
• https://titanmediaworx.com/
• https://smallbusinessdelivered.com/

Christopher Chamberlin:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-chamberlin/
• https://www.christopherchamberlin.com/

Join Brian Stone on "Unlocking Growth" for a discussion with Dr. Kate Price, psychologist and author of "Taming the Culture Tiger." Dr. Price combines psychology with business strategies to explore the principles that govern human behavior in the workplace.

Explore Dr. Kate's journey from executive search consultant to organizational psychology expert, and discover the role of self-awareness, vulnerability, and adaptive communication in promoting cultural growth and development in organizations. This episode is for leaders and entrepreneurs looking to gain understanding of human interaction in leading organizational success. Tune in to this episode to discover the power of psychological insights with Dr. Kate Price.

Connect with:

Brian Stone:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-stone/
• https://titanmediaworx.com/
• https://smallbusinessdelivered.com/

Dr. Kate Price:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkateprice/
• https://drkateprice.com/
• https://www.amazon.com/Taming-Culture-Tiger-Transforming-Organizations/dp/1544534523

Join Brian Stone on "Unlocking Growth" for a conversation with Ken Paskins, co-founder of The Shift Spot, as they explore the impact of specific leadership development. Ken shares his journey from supervising operations in the software industry to launching The Shift Spot, a platform dedicated to facilitating on-demand personal and professional growth.

Ken's ideas on vulnerability, adaptability, and the importance of continuous learning provide guidance for companies aspiring to scale through effective leadership. Tune in for practical strategies to foster a culture of growth and improvement with Ken Paskins.

Connect with:

Brian Stone:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-stone/
• https://titanmediaworx.com/
• https://smallbusinessdelivered.com/

Ken Paskins:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenpaskins/
• http://www.theshiftspot.com/
• https://www.theshiftspot.com/podcast/

Take a journey into the meta world of coaching with Brook Bishop, co-founder of Empire Partners and co-author of "The Coaching Equation", in this episode of "Unlocking Growth".

Bringing a diverse background ranging from real estate training to executive positions with Tony Robbins, Brook brings a wealth of experience to the coaching industry.

Brian Stone, goes into the fundamentals of a successful coaching business - marketing, sales and fulfillment - and explores the common pitfalls coaches encounter in each area. Brook shares transformative insights on how to establish heart-to-heart connections with clients, address their fears, and guide them to meaningful change.

Whether you're a beginning coach or an experienced mentor looking to improve your approach, Brook's strategies for creating impactful coaching relationships and building a sustainable business are invaluable. Connect to discover how you can elevate your coaching practice and make a lasting difference in your clients' lives.

Connect with

Brian Stone:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-stone/
• https://titanmediaworx.com/
• https://smallbusinessdelivered.com/

Brook Bishop:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookbishop/
• http://brookbishop.com/
• http://proximityladder.com/
• https://www.empirepartners.io/
• https://www.amazon.com/COACHING-EQUATION-Profitable-Coaching-Businesses/dp/B0C7F8X6WN?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER