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No matter how much you prepare, surprises are guaranteed when you run your own business. Who better to learn from than the people who have stood in your shoes? Success is not accident. Level up with the Entrepreneur’s Studio – an on-demand suite of lessons, tools and tips from entrepreneurs who have been there before, to help you to run and grow a better business.

  1. 5h ago

    Why Great Leaders Tell Better Stories | Dr. J.J. Peterson

    Every leader is telling a story. The question is whether it's a story people want to follow.  Dr. J.J. Peterson is the founder of Conscious Brand Agency and a leading voice in brand messaging and marketing strategy. Over the past two decades, he has helped thousands of brands find their voice and grow their impact, working with organizations including Microsoft and Certified Angus Beef and thought leaders such as Amy Porterfield and Will Guidara.  In this first of two conversations, host Chris Allen and J.J. explore why storytelling isn't just a marketing tactic; it's one of the most overlooked leadership skills in business. They explore how the stories leaders tell can shape culture, influence behavior, and determine whether people choose to follow a vision. J.J. also explains his framework of the hero, villain, victim, and guide, and why the most effective leaders position themselves as the guide rather than the hero.  Key Points  • Why effective leadership communication requires more than information, and how a clear, compelling narrative can help align people around a shared vision.  • How understanding what your audience wants and the problems they're experiencing can make communication more relevant, memorable, and effective.  • Why empathy and authority must work together in leadership, and how intentionally creating moments of joy can increase creativity, connection, problem-solving, and productivity.  Quote from the Episode  "The best leaders position themselves as the guide, not the hero." — Dr. J.J. Peterson  Resources & Links Dr. J.J. Peterson Website: https://www.drjjpeterson.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-j-j-peterson-1b4011a2/  If this conversation changed the way you think about leadership, storytelling, communication, and influencing others, subscribe to The Entrepreneur's Studio and leave a review on Apple podcasts. Then share this episode with a business owner, leader, or entrepreneur who could benefit from learning how to become a better guide for the people they serve.  https://www.auris.io/ Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com The Entrepreneur’s Studio is sponsored by Auris, helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll and HR with powerful tools and real human support. Learn more at https://www.auris.io

    Why Great Leaders Tell Better Stories | Dr. J.J. Peterson

  2. Sep 1

    The Voice Holding You Back: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome | Tina Robinson

    What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't a lack of ability or experience, but the voice in your head telling you that you don't belong? Imposter syndrome can keep us small, keep us stuck, and prevent us from living up to our full potential. And while it may feel deeply personal, it can have a very real impact on our careers, our leadership, and the decisions we make at work. Tina Robinson is the founder of WorkJoy Executive and Leadership Coaching and a former corporate executive who spent more than two decades climbing the corporate ladder before realizing that the success she had worked so hard to achieve wasn't actually what she wanted. Today, she helps leaders develop greater self-awareness, quiet their inner critics, and become more confident in using their voices. In this episode, host Chris Allen and Tina explore how imposter syndrome shows up in our careers and why even accomplished, experienced professionals can struggle with feelings of not being enough. They unpack the difference between evidence and the stories we tell ourselves, how to recognize and "name" the inner critic, and why surrounding yourself with a trusted personal board of directors can help you see yourself more clearly. Tina also shares practical tools for quieting the voice of self-doubt and explains how leaders can create environments where people feel safe enough to speak up, share imperfect ideas, and use their voices. Key Points • Why imposter syndrome can keep capable people small, hold them back from opportunities, and prevent them from reaching their full potential. • How to distinguish between the evidence of what is actually happening and the stories our inner critics tell us—and how naming that inner critic can take away some of its power. • Why leaders have a responsibility to create environments where people feel safe to speak up, while individuals must also learn to quiet their own inner critics and trust their voices. Quote from the Episode "Imposter syndrome can keep us small. It can keep us stuck. It can hold us back in our career." — Tina Robinson Resources & Links Tina Robinson Website: https://workjoycoaching.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinarobinsonspeaks/ If this conversation challenged the way you think about imposter syndrome, self-awareness, and finding your voice, subscribe to The Entrepreneur's Studio and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Then share this episode with a business owner, leader, or professional who could use a reminder that their inner critic doesn't always tell the truth. Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com https://www.auris.io/ Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com The Entrepreneur’s Studio is sponsored by Auris, helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll and HR with powerful tools and real human support. Learn more at https://www.auris.io

    The Voice Holding You Back: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome | Tina Robinson

  3. Aug 25

    Building a Billion-Dollar Industry Before It Existed | Blake Lawrence

    What if the biggest business opportunity of your career didn't exist yet? Long before college athletes could earn money through NIL, Blake Lawrence saw a future that everyone else thought was impossible. Instead of waiting for the rules to change, he spent years building the technology and infrastructure that would eventually power one of the fastest-growing industries in sports. Blake Lawrence is the co-founder of Opendorse, the leading athlete marketplace and NIL technology platform used by more than 200,000 athletes worldwide. A former Nebraska linebacker whose football career ended unexpectedly after multiple concussions, Blake transformed personal adversity into a mission to help athletes build careers that extend far beyond the game. In this episode, Blake shares the entrepreneurial journey behind Opendorse, the risks of building a company years before its market existed, and what founders can learn about betting on the future. He also explains how NIL is transforming college athletics, why today's student-athletes are becoming entrepreneurs at 18 years old, and what business leaders can learn from hiring athletes and investing in personal brands. Key Points  Why building for the future often means solving problems before the market exists.  How NIL is creating a new generation of entrepreneurs by teaching athletes business, branding, and financial responsibility.  Why founders should embrace coaching, build around core values, and know when it's time to bring in experienced leadership. Quote from the Episode "You never know when your last play is going to be... so make the most of every opportunity."— Blake Lawrence Resources & Links Blake Lawrence Website: https://opendorse.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakelawrence/ X: https://x.com/blakelawrence If this conversation challenged the way you think about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building for the future, subscribe to The Entrepreneur's Studio and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Then share this episode with an entrepreneur, founder, coach, or student-athlete who could benefit from Blake's perspective on creating opportunity before everyone else sees it. https://www.auris.io/ https://www.auris.io/ Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com The Entrepreneur’s Studio is sponsored by Auris, helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll and HR with powerful tools and real human support. Learn more at https://www.auris.io

    Building a Billion-Dollar Industry Before It Existed | Blake Lawrence

  4. Aug 18

    Why Great Employees Really Leave | Dick Finnegan

    Employee turnover isn't just expensive, it's often preventable. In this episode of The Entrepreneur's Studio, Chris Allen sits down with employee retention expert Dick Finnegan to discuss why most organizations approach retention the wrong way. Drawing from decades of experience helping companies around the world reduce turnover, Dick explains why accountability starts with managers—not HR—and why building trust is the single biggest factor in keeping great employees. From practical leadership frameworks to unforgettable stories from global consulting engagements, this conversation is packed with actionable advice for founders, executives, HR leaders, and people managers who want to build stronger teams and reduce costly turnover. In this episode, you'll learn:  Why manager accountability has a greater impact on retention than employee engagement surveys.  How Stay Interviews uncover issues before employees decide to leave.  Practical leadership habits that build trust, improve engagement, and reduce turnover. Resources & Links Learn more about Dick Finnegan:  https://www.finneganinstitute.com/ https://www.auris.io/ Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com The Entrepreneur’s Studio is sponsored by Auris, helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll and HR with powerful tools and real human support. Learn more at https://www.auris.io

    Why Great Employees Really Leave | Dick Finnegan

  5. Aug 11

    The Hidden Cost of How You Pay People | Nicole Armstrong

    Pay isn't just a number on a paycheck. It's one of the clearest signals employees receive about how much their work is valued. Yet many organizations unknowingly rely on outdated compensation systems that create mistrust, increase turnover, and make hiring even more difficult. In this episode of The Entrepreneur's Studio, Chris Allen sits down with Nicole Armstrong, Founder & CEO of Ellequate, to explore the hidden costs of outdated compensation systems and why the best companies are building transparent, data-driven pay strategies that strengthen culture and improve performance. Whether you're a founder, CEO, HR leader, or people manager, this conversation offers actionable insights for creating compensation practices that strengthen culture, improve retention, and better align pay with organizational strategy. In this episode, you'll learn:  Why market-based compensation alone often creates long-term pay inequities.  How transparent and explainable pay systems improve trust, retention, and hiring.  Practical steps leaders can take to build compensation strategies that reflect the true value of work. Resources & Links Connect with Nicole Armstrong  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-armstrong/ Eloquate: https://eloquate.ai/https://www.ellequate.com/fair-pay-indexhttps://www.auris.io/ Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com The Entrepreneur’s Studio is sponsored by Auris, helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll and HR with powerful tools and real human support. Learn more at https://www.auris.io

    The Hidden Cost of How You Pay People | Nicole Armstrong

  6. Aug 4

    Family, Leadership, and Playing The Long Game | Mario Lopez

    What if the secret to long-term success isn't working harder, but staying true to who you are?  In Part Two of our conversation, Mario Lopez shares why the strongest careers are built on strong values. From family and leadership to authenticity and relationships, he explains how playing the long game has shaped both his personal life and professional success.  Mario Lopez is an actor, television host, entrepreneur, and bestselling author whose career has spanned more than 40 years. Best known for his role as A.C. Slater on Saved by the Bell, Mario has become one of entertainment's most enduring personalities through his work as a television host, producer, radio personality, and entrepreneur.  In Part Two, the conversation shifts from career to character. Mario shares how meaningful relationships have created unexpected opportunities throughout his career, why his wife has been the anchor behind his success, and how leading by example has shaped the way he parents and builds teams. He also discusses protecting your personal brand by saying "no" to opportunities that don't align with your values, surrounding yourself with the right people, and why authenticity, not trends, is the key to lasting influence.  Key Points  Why relationships, humility, and a strong reputation often create the greatest opportunities. How family, leadership, and surrounding yourself with the right people provide the foundation for long-term success. Why authenticity, consistency, and playing the long game will always outlast chasing the latest trend. Quote from the Episode  "The audience is smart. They respond to authenticity. They can tell when someone's phony and someone's not." — Mario Lopez  Resources & Links  Mario Lopez Website: https://www.mariolopez.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariolopez  If this conversation encouraged you to think differently about leadership, relationships, and building a life of lasting impact, subscribe to The Entrepreneur's Studio and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Then share this episode with a leader, entrepreneur, or friend who could benefit from Mario's reminder that the strongest brands—and the strongest lives—are built by staying true to who you are.  https://www.auris.io/ Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com The Entrepreneur’s Studio is sponsored by Auris, helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll and HR with powerful tools and real human support. Learn more at https://www.auris.io

    Family, Leadership, and Playing The Long Game | Mario Lopez

  7. Jul 28

    Career Longevity and Building A Personal Brand | Mario Lopez

    How do you build a career that lasts for decades instead of chasing your next success? Most people know Mario Lopez as A.C. Slater from Saved by the Bell, but that role was only the beginning. In this episode, Mario shares the mindset, discipline, and personal branding principles that helped him reinvent himself and build a career that has remained relevant for more than four decades. Mario Lopez is an actor, television host, entrepreneur, and bestselling author whose career has spanned more than 40 years. Best known for his role as A.C. Slater on Saved by the Bell, Mario has successfully evolved into one of entertainment's most recognizable personalities as the longtime host of Access Hollywood, a nationally syndicated radio host, producer, and entrepreneur. Success isn't built on one defining moment. It's built through continual reinvention. In Part One of this conversation, Mario reflects on growing up as the son of Mexican immigrants, navigating the challenges of child stardom, and learning to pivot when opportunities changed. He shares how Dick Clark challenged him to think beyond acting and build the Mario Lopez brand, along with the daily disciplines and values that have fueled his longevity in entertainment and business. Key Points Why your greatest success should never become your identity—and how learning to pivot creates long-term opportunities.The mentorship from Dick Clark that transformed Mario's approach to personal branding and career longevity.Why discipline, consistency, and staying true to your values matter more than chasing trends. "Once people are comfortable being in their living room with you as yourself, then you can be there for the next 50 years." — Mario Lopez Resources & Links Mario Lopez Website: https://www.mariolopez.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariolopez Be sure to join us next week for Part Two of our conversation with Mario, where we move beyond career strategy and explore the values, relationships, and leadership principles that have shaped both his personal life and professional success. https://www.auris.io/ Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com The Entrepreneur’s Studio is sponsored by Auris, helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll and HR with powerful tools and real human support. Learn more at https://www.auris.io

    Career Longevity and Building A Personal Brand | Mario Lopez

  8. Jul 21

    AI Implementation and The Modern Workplace | Arturo Ferreira

    How do you prepare your business for AI when the biggest challenge isn't the technology, but the people expected to use it? Artificial intelligence is changing the way organizations operate, but successful implementation requires far more than new software. It demands new ways of thinking, new habits, and leaders who can help people adapt to a rapidly changing workplace. Arturo Ferreira is an AI educator, business owner, and workplace strategist who helps organizations navigate the intersection of artificial intelligence, leadership, and the future of work. Drawing from his experience implementing AI inside businesses, Arturo focuses on helping leaders move beyond the hype to build practical, responsible strategies for AI adoption. In this episode, host Chris Allen and Arturo explore why AI implementation is ultimately a leadership challenge rather than a technology challenge. They unpack how large language models actually work, why critical thinking is becoming more valuable—not less—in an AI-driven world, and what organizations can do today to build cultures that embrace innovation while keeping people at the center. Arturo also shares practical guidance for business owners, HR leaders, and employees who want to prepare themselves for the next wave of workplace transformation. Key Points Why successful AI implementation depends more on culture, leadership, and human adoption than on the technology itself.How leaders can build AI-ready organizations by creating governance, developing internal champions, and helping employees learn to think alongside AI.Why critical thinking, curiosity, and adaptability will become the most valuable competitive advantages in the modern workplace.Quote from the Episode "AI isn't taking anybody's jobs… it's coming for a lot of job processes." — Arturo Ferreira Resources & Links Arturo Ferreira LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arturoferreira/ If this conversation challenged the way you think about AI, leadership, and the future of work, subscribe to The Entrepreneur's Studio and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Then share this episode with a business owner, executive, or team leader who's looking to build an organization that's ready for what's next. https://www.auris.io/ Follow The Entrepreneur’s Studio so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/ Youtube: http://www.youtube.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com The Entrepreneur’s Studio is sponsored by Auris, helping small and mid-sized businesses simplify payroll and HR with powerful tools and real human support. Learn more at https://www.auris.io

    AI Implementation and The Modern Workplace | Arturo Ferreira
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No matter how much you prepare, surprises are guaranteed when you run your own business. Who better to learn from than the people who have stood in your shoes? Success is not accident. Level up with the Entrepreneur’s Studio – an on-demand suite of lessons, tools and tips from entrepreneurs who have been there before, to help you to run and grow a better business.

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