The Business Owner's Journey

Nick Berry
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The Business Owner's Journey

We shorten the learning curve of business ownership by bringing on entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators to share their stories, challenges, leadership practices, and winning strategies.  Welcome to ‘The Business Owner’s Journey', the podcast that’s here to help you navigate your way in the world of business ownership.  Hosted by 20+ year entrepreneur Nick Berry. Nick interviews entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators to share their personal stories, challenges, leadership, and strategies from their own business owner’s journey. Guests like: Anne McGinty, Nick Nanton, Chase Murdock, Jessica Rhodes, Matt Diggity, John DiJulius, John Jantsch, Roland Gurney, Brett Bartholomew, Kiri Masters, Matt Goebel, Austin Mullins, Dr. Haley Perlus, Kelly Berry, Dana Farber, Steve McFarland, Sara Nay, Scott Fay, Daniel Wakefield, Jessica Yarmey, Shireen Hilal, Vivien Hudson, Anthony Milia, Romi Wallach and Nicole Mastrangelo. It’s crowdsourced business mentorship in highly concentrated doses. We’ll cover: - Strategy - Leadership - Ideas & Opportunities - Best practices - Tools and resources - All of the Lessons and experience from our guests  This podcast for the business owners who are driven to grow and improve,  + Who want realistic and actionable insights.+ Who understand the immeasurable value in lessons learned from others.+ And that they’re just one lightbulb moment away from a big breakthrough.    The goal is to shorten your learning curve so you can get out in front of challenges and be prepared for opportunities.   The journey for a business owner is hard. It’s complex, it’s stressful, and can be lonely.   But it can also be exciting, rewarding, and fulfilling, and you don’t have to do it alone.   Take advantage of insights and experiences of other business owners and how they’re navigating their own Business Owner’s Journeys, so you don't have to figure it all out on your own.  Learn from businesses like Diggity Marketing, Duct Tape Marketing, Bobsled Marketing Agency, Treacle Marketing Agency, Moonstone Marketing, Vistage, EOS, John Maxwell Team, Life Intended, Top Tier Headshots, Milia Marketing, The Daily Drip  #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur #BusinessGrowth #SmallBiz #Startup #BusinessTips #BusinessLessons #BusinessOwner #OnlineBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #BusinessMentor #BusinessCoach # BusinessMastermind #GrowthHacking #BusinessSuccess #BusinessLeadership #BusinessStrategy #MarketingStrategy

  1. Abby Donnelly: Business Succession Planning, Leadership Transitions, and Life After Exit

    3D AGO

    Abby Donnelly: Business Succession Planning, Leadership Transitions, and Life After Exit

    Full Episode Page: Abby Donnelly: Business Succession Planning, Leadership Transitions, and Life After Exit Nick Berry sits down with Abby Donnelly to reveal why true business succession planning starts long before a term sheet appears. They explore values-based selling, internal versus external successors, the messy emotions behind ownership transfer, and Abby’s portfolio life model for a meaningful next chapter. Expect actionable insights and a few “never thought of that” moments. Find Out How to prepare early for a smooth, profitable successionWhat values-based selling means for your exit priceWhether insiders or outsiders best match your exit goalsHer take on grooming leaders into confident successorsBest and worst ways to design a portfolio lifeLinks The Leadership and Legacy GroupAn Insider’s Guide to Succession and ExitAbby Donnelly on LinkedInChapters 03:50 The Business Exit Transition Process 06:14 Identifying Successors 08:48 Financial Dynamics of Business Exit & Succession 12:00 Internal vs. External Successors 14:50 Leadership Transition & Successor Development 17:31 Portfolio Life Plan for Owners 20:20 Crafting Your Storyline for the Next Chapter 23:34 Recognizing Transferable Skills After Selling 31:34 Factors for a Successful Business Exit 33:46 Start with the End in Mind 37:46 The Challenge of Transitioning Out of Ownership 41:53 Ownership vs. Leadership in Succession Planning 45:09 The Holistic Approach to Business Succession and Exit Tired of flying blind in your business? I've finally found a business tool that analyzes MY business and maps the whole path.  The free 6-minute Business Alignment Checkup finally hit the mark. Get a personalized profile, pinpointing your growth stage, surface blind spots, and get a 90-day roadmap at Redesigned.Business/checkup.   The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join host and entrepreneur Nick Berry to share their personal stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners. 🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 🟢 Sponsors: SEOContentSurge, FR, Entrepreneur's Edge, Redesigned.Business

    47 min
  2. David McCombie: How to Sell Your Business - What Private Equity Knows That You Don’t

    JUL 2

    David McCombie: How to Sell Your Business - What Private Equity Knows That You Don’t

    Full Episode Page: David McCombie: How to Sell Your Business - What Private Equity Knows That You Don’t Episode Summary Host Nick Berry sits down with David McCombie to reveal what really separates regret-free exits from cautionary tales. David is the author of Selling Your Business with Confidence: A Practical Playbook for Mid-Market Owners, and if you plan to sell your business in the next decade - or just want the option - this conversation is your field manual. Find Out How prep boosts sale price and peace of mindWhat exit planning timeline top sellers followWhether DIY deals match banker-led returnsHis take on valuation, fit and private equityThe worst timing mistake owners still repeatLinks McCombie GroupDavid McCombie on LinkedInMcCombie Group YouTube ChannelMcCombie Group InsightsChapters 01:00 The Middle Market and Business Valuation 03:38 Top Seller Mistakes in Selling Your Business 05:56 Why Professional M&A Advisors Matter in Business Exits 08:13 Emotional Dynamics of Selling a Company 10:45 Navigating Buyer-Seller Relationships in M&A 12:11 The Role of Fit and Alignment in Business Exits 14:50 Psychological Aspects of the Business Exit Journey 18:58 Preparing for a Successful Business Sale and Exit Planning 21:23 Strategic Planning for Business Growth and Exit 23:46 Maximizing Value in Business Transactions Tired of flying blind in your business? I've finally found a business tool that analyzes MY business and maps the whole path.  The free 6-minute Business Alignment Checkup finally hit the mark. Get a personalized profile, pinpointing your growth stage, surface blind spots, and get a 90-day roadmap at Redesigned.Business/checkup.   The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join host and entrepreneur Nick Berry to share their personal stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners. 🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 🟢 Sponsors: SEOContentSurge, FR, Entrepreneur's Edge, Redesigned.Business

    43 min
  3. Tara Landes: Letting Go of Leadership for Your Small Business to Run Without You

    JUN 18

    Tara Landes: Letting Go of Leadership for Your Small Business to Run Without You

    Full Episode Page: Tara Landes: Letting Go of Leadership for Your Small Business to Run Without You Host Nick Berry sits down with Tara Landes to reveal how owners can step back without chaos, why managerial accounting is the hidden growth engine, and the systems thinking that keeps seven-figure firms humming. Tara’s 25-year track record and 300-plus client roster make this a masterclass in scaling smart. Find Out How to hand off leadership without burning the house downWhat really makes operations hum in small firmsHer best framework for sticky management trainingThe worst mistakes in founder succession and how to avoid themWhy managerial accounting beats guesswork every timeWhen to invest in pros who spot blind spotsLinks Bellrock ConsultingTara Landes on LinkedInNick Berry on LinkedInWatch on YoutubeThe Business Owner's JourneyChapters 02:00 Small Business Operations in a Pandemic 07:22 Business Consulting to Management Training 16:17 Finding the Right Successor for Small Businesses 18:41 Equitable Reward Systems 19:12 Leadership Transition: Managing Internal Perceptions 20:08 Trust, Accountability, and Leadership Dynamics 21:05 Overcoming Leadership Challenges in Small Business 22:58 Celebrating Wins: Leadership Growth and Team Success 24:37 Using Personal Stories to Teach Business Systems 26:11 Managerial Accounting for Growth 28:21 Overcoming Operational Pain Points in Small Business 30:08 Small Business Consulting Strategies Tired of flying blind in your business? I've finally found a business tool that analyzes MY business and maps the whole path.  The free 6-minute Business Alignment Checkup finally hit the mark. Get a personalized profile, pinpointing your growth stage, surface blind spots, and get a 90-day roadmap at Redesigned.Business/checkup.   The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join host and entrepreneur Nick Berry to share their personal stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners. 🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 🟢 Sponsors: SEOContentSurge, FR, Entrepreneur's Edge, Redesigned.Business

    35 min
  4. Bridget Hom: Unlocking Business Growth with Mindset and Alignment

    JUN 11

    Bridget Hom: Unlocking Business Growth with Mindset and Alignment

    Full Episode Page: Bridget Hom: Unlocking Business Growth with Mindset and Alignment Host Nick Berry digs into how Bridget Hom turned a side hustle into six-figure success and now helps leaders master mindset, emotional intelligence, and alignment for rapid business growth. She breaks down hiring and firing your “mental team,” setting success criteria that protect your zone of genius, and using organic market research to validate every next move. Expect plenty of actionable aha moments—plus a fresh take on why feelings aren’t your friends when it’s time to scale. Find Out How mindset shifts fire up business growthWhat emotional intelligence unlocks in leadershipWhether alignment accelerates scaling safelyHow self-leadership and delegation free your timeBest and worst market research moves for growthLinks Bridge to Freedom CoachingTalk to BridgetStuck on Ready bookBridget on InstagramBridget on LinkedInChapters 00:40 Bridget Hom’s Business Growth Journey 02:45 Networking for Entrepreneurs 05:38 Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Coaching 08:33 Intentional Living, Self-Discovery, and Business Alignment 11:15 Alignment in Scaling a Business 13:24 Success Criteria for Entrepreneurs and Business Growth 15:52 Self-Leadership and Delegation 18:37 Market Research 21:20 "Stuck on Ready" Tired of flying blind in your business? I've finally found a business tool that analyzes MY business and maps the whole path.  The free 6-minute Business Alignment Checkup finally hit the mark. Get a personalized profile, pinpointing your growth stage, surface blind spots, and get a 90-day roadmap at Redesigned.Business/checkup.   The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join host and entrepreneur Nick Berry to share their personal stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners. 🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 🟢 Sponsors: SEOContentSurge, FR, Entrepreneur's Edge, Redesigned.Business

    28 min
  5. Lindsey Anderson: How Social Media Can Actually Drive Revenue

    JUN 4

    Lindsey Anderson: How Social Media Can Actually Drive Revenue

    Full Episode Page: Lindsey Anderson — How Social Media Can Actually Drive Revenue Lindsey Anderson is a social media sales expert and CEO of Build & Monetize Agency. Host Nick Berry unpacks Lindsey’s four-part Social Media Sales Machine: create targeted content, spend 30 daily minutes in meaningful engagement, give followers a crystal-clear next step, then amplify what converts. She reveals lessons from unexpected Netflix fame, explains why most “post and pray” tactics fail, and shows how AI can scale authenticity instead of destroying it. If you’re tired of vanity metrics and hungry for revenue, this conversation delivers the playbook. Find Out 🟢 How a 4-step system turns followers into clients 🟢 Why Netflix virality reshaped Lindsey’s branding mindset 🟢 What makes content flop at client acquisition - and fixes it 🟢 The best and worst ways to deploy AI in marketing 🟢 How 30 minutes of engagement beats hours of editing Links 🔗 Lindsey Anderson’s Website 🔗 Social Media Sales Machine Masterclass  🔗 Lindsey on Instagram 🔗 Lindsey on Instagram 🔗 More about entrepreneur Nick Berry Chapters 01:40 Lindsey's Netflix story 03:58 Marketing tech to social media strategy expert 06:37 Audience reactions, personal branding, and polarizing attention 11:30 Pain points in social media management 14:23 4-part Social Media Sales Machine 20:20 Engagement marketing 22:47 AI for authentic content creation 27:30 Future-ready digital strategies 30:25 Building client relationships 36:49 Final thoughts Tired of flying blind in your business? I've finally found a business tool that analyzes MY business and maps the whole path.  The free 6-minute Business Alignment Checkup finally hit the mark. Get a personalized profile, pinpointing your growth stage, surface blind spots, and get a 90-day roadmap at Redesigned.Business/checkup.   The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join host and entrepreneur Nick Berry to share their personal stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners. 🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 🟢 Sponsors: SEOContentSurge, FR, Entrepreneur's Edge, Redesigned.Business

    39 min
  6. Joe Daniels: Using the Point of View Canvas for Business Positioning

    MAY 28

    Joe Daniels: Using the Point of View Canvas for Business Positioning

    Full Episode Page: Joe Daniels: Using the Point of View Canvas for Business Positioning  Joe flips the script by workshopping Nick Berry’s own coaching practice live. Using his four-pillar Point of View Canvas, he reveals why clarity outranks hustle, how a sharper stance attracts ideal clients and where most service founders misread the growth game. You’ll hear candid back-and-forth, quick pivots and the exact questions that expose hidden blind spots. Find Out How precise positioning attracts best-fit buyersWhat truly defines an unstoppable ideal client profileWhether blind spots or competition hurt growth moreThe best way to differentiate when every coach sounds the sameThe worst habits holding leaders back from real scaleLinks Joe Daniels WebsiteJoe on LinkedInFree LinkedIn AuditMore about entrepreneur Nick BerryChapters 01:33 Building the Point of View Canvas for Positioning 03:55 Identifying Your Ideal Client Profile 06:51 Defining the Core Problem for Business Growth 09:48 Blind Spots and Competitive Landscape 13:05 The Power of Decision Making in Positioning 15:47 Live Positioning Workshop and Client Engagement 24:32 Breaking the Hamster Wheel: Real Growth Challenges 27:26 Competitor Blind Spots in Positioning Strategy 29:53 Flaws in Common Coaching Methods for Service Businesses 34:13 The Duality Approach: Business Mechanics vs Leadership 41:05 Crafting a Unique Business Perspective 50:41 The Never-Ending Business Growth Journey Tired of flying blind in your business? I've finally found a business tool that analyzes MY business and maps the whole path.  The free 6-minute Business Alignment Checkup finally hit the mark. Get a personalized profile, pinpointing your growth stage, surface blind spots, and get a 90-day roadmap at Redesigned.Business/checkup.   The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join host and entrepreneur Nick Berry to share their personal stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners. 🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 🟢 Sponsors: SEOContentSurge, FR, Entrepreneur's Edge, Redesigned.Business

    53 min
  7. Arielle Lechner: Executive Coaching, Identity Shifts, and the Quest for Success

    MAY 21

    Arielle Lechner: Executive Coaching, Identity Shifts, and the Quest for Success

    Full Episode Page: Arielle Lechner: Executive Coaching, Identity Shifts, and the Quest for Success Is success a straight line or a winding quest? Host Nick Berry invites Arielle Lechner to map the inner terrain that shapes every outward result. They explore why founders who outgrow the hustle path lean on executive coaching to translate failure into data, reframe limiting beliefs, and shift identity from scrappy builder to strategic CEO. Expect lively talk on levels of creation, the superpower of deep listening, and triple loop learning that moves leaders from doing more to being more. Find Out How executive coaching turns failure into actionable dataWhat the inner game means for leadership mindsetHow triple loop learning speeds founder to CEO growthWhether identity shifts unlock business growth strategyBest and worst ways to use levels of creation in decisionsLinks NewPo executive coachingArielle on LinkedInArielle on XChapters 00:00 Curiosity, and Leadership Mindset 01:50 The Quest vs. The Path: Rethinking Success for Entrepreneurs 02:38 Shifting Mindsets through Executive Coaching 08:14 Journey to Executive Coaching and Identity Shifts 16:25 Superpower of Listening in Executive Coaching 19:05 Levels of Creation in Leadership Development 25:46 Vision, Identity, and Business Growth Strategy 34:33 Inner Game vs. Outer Game in Business Performance 41:08 Triple Loop Learning and Continuous Improvement 46:02 Transformative Coaching vs. Do Loop Coaching Tired of flying blind in your business? I've finally found a business tool that analyzes MY business and maps the whole path.  The free 6-minute Business Alignment Checkup finally hit the mark. Get a personalized profile, pinpointing your growth stage, surface blind spots, and get a 90-day roadmap at Redesigned.Business/checkup.   The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join host and entrepreneur Nick Berry to share their personal stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners. 🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 🟢 Sponsors: SEOContentSurge, FR, Entrepreneur's Edge, Redesigned.Business

    51 min
  8. Daniel Wakefield: The Accelerate Equation for Creative Entrepreneurs

    MAY 14

    Daniel Wakefield: The Accelerate Equation for Creative Entrepreneurs

    Full Episode Page: Daniel Wakefield: The Accelerate Equation for Creative Entrepreneurs From a sixty‑dollar first month to a six‑figure creative business inside a year, Daniel unpacks the frameworks that fueled his meteoric rise. Host Nick Berry digs into the Accelerate Equation, the Hype Tornado, and the mindset shifts that turn followers into superfans. Whether you sell pixels, products, or professional services, you’ll leave with a sharper compass for creative business growth. Find Out: How the Accelerate blueprint turns $60 into six‑figure revenue in a yearWhen to apply the Accelerate Equation for momentum that compoundsWhy a Hype Tornado sparks magnetic, referral driven marketingBest LinkedIn moves to convert curious followers into paying clientsWhether coaching or creative work should scale first for growthLinks: Daniel Wakefield's Official WebsiteTop‑Tier HeadshotsAccelerate on AmazonDaniel Wakefield on LinkedInTop-Tier Headshots on InstagramTop-Tier Headshots YoutubeDaniel Wakefield joins tBOJ PodcastMore about entrepreneur Nick BerryChapters: 00:00 The Launch of “Accelerate” and Creative Business Growth 05:45 The Journey to Six‑Figure Business Success 10:17 Building Authority Through Real‑World Experience 18:14 Applying the Accelerate Equation for Business Acceleration 28:33 Creating a Hype Tornado for Magnetic Marketing 37:36 Delivering Transformational Client Experiences Tired of flying blind in your business? I've finally found a business tool that analyzes MY business and maps the whole path.  The free 6-minute Business Alignment Checkup finally hit the mark. Get a personalized profile, pinpointing your growth stage, surface blind spots, and get a 90-day roadmap at Redesigned.Business/checkup.   The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators join host and entrepreneur Nick Berry to share their personal stories, challenges, and strategies from their journeys as business owners. 🟢 Official: NickBerry.info. tBOJ is hosted by Nick Berry, produced by Nick Berry, Kelly Berry & FCG. 🟢 Sponsors: SEOContentSurge, FR, Entrepreneur's Edge, Redesigned.Business

    43 min
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We shorten the learning curve of business ownership by bringing on entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators to share their stories, challenges, leadership practices, and winning strategies.  Welcome to ‘The Business Owner’s Journey', the podcast that’s here to help you navigate your way in the world of business ownership.  Hosted by 20+ year entrepreneur Nick Berry. Nick interviews entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators to share their personal stories, challenges, leadership, and strategies from their own business owner’s journey. Guests like: Anne McGinty, Nick Nanton, Chase Murdock, Jessica Rhodes, Matt Diggity, John DiJulius, John Jantsch, Roland Gurney, Brett Bartholomew, Kiri Masters, Matt Goebel, Austin Mullins, Dr. Haley Perlus, Kelly Berry, Dana Farber, Steve McFarland, Sara Nay, Scott Fay, Daniel Wakefield, Jessica Yarmey, Shireen Hilal, Vivien Hudson, Anthony Milia, Romi Wallach and Nicole Mastrangelo. It’s crowdsourced business mentorship in highly concentrated doses. We’ll cover: - Strategy - Leadership - Ideas & Opportunities - Best practices - Tools and resources - All of the Lessons and experience from our guests  This podcast for the business owners who are driven to grow and improve,  + Who want realistic and actionable insights.+ Who understand the immeasurable value in lessons learned from others.+ And that they’re just one lightbulb moment away from a big breakthrough.    The goal is to shorten your learning curve so you can get out in front of challenges and be prepared for opportunities.   The journey for a business owner is hard. It’s complex, it’s stressful, and can be lonely.   But it can also be exciting, rewarding, and fulfilling, and you don’t have to do it alone.   Take advantage of insights and experiences of other business owners and how they’re navigating their own Business Owner’s Journeys, so you don't have to figure it all out on your own.  Learn from businesses like Diggity Marketing, Duct Tape Marketing, Bobsled Marketing Agency, Treacle Marketing Agency, Moonstone Marketing, Vistage, EOS, John Maxwell Team, Life Intended, Top Tier Headshots, Milia Marketing, The Daily Drip  #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur #BusinessGrowth #SmallBiz #Startup #BusinessTips #BusinessLessons #BusinessOwner #OnlineBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #BusinessMentor #BusinessCoach # BusinessMastermind #GrowthHacking #BusinessSuccess #BusinessLeadership #BusinessStrategy #MarketingStrategy

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