The Start, Scale & Succeed Podcast

In this placating episode, Kirk Teachout, Owner of IV Quarter Coaching, shares how he has built up tactics throughout his career to help him get the most out of his professional and personal life.You will discover:- the for pillars for scalable success in medical practices- the difference between team culture and client(patient) culture and how you need to align both- the fundamental problem with the formula more work = more revenue
Kirk Teachout is a business coach, serial entrepreneur, and bestselling author. With the launch of his latest venture, "The Seven Figure Dentist" program through IV Quarter Coaching, he now unlocks secrets of dental practice management. His diverse experience across multiple industries has armed him with invaluable insights and tactics that ensure personal and professional growth. Teachout aims to empower other dental practice owners to realize similar successes. His four pillars—culture, team, systems, and schedule—are the secrets to successfully scaling dental practices without burning out.
Want to learn more about Kirk Teachout's work at The Seven-Figure Dentist? Check out his website at https://www.thesevenfiguredentist.com/ or follow him at https://instagram.com/kirkteachoutMentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

In this global episode, Rick Tamlyn, Co-Founder & Owner of Its All Made Up, Inc., shares how he became a trusted advisor for Fortune 100 companies, small businesses, nonprofits, and churches.You will discover:- How success differs in the first half of life from the second- Why most successful founders find themselves asking, "Now what?"- Why our problem as a society isn't working too much (and what it is instead)
Rick Tamlyn inspires people to be their best. In 2001, Rick co-created The Bigger Game, a tool that encourages people from all walks of life to leave their comfort zones and invent the lives they want. Rick is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and a Master Certified Coach (MCC) as designated by the International Coach Federation (ICF) and is a senior trainer for The Coaches Training Institute, a world-renowned coach training and leadership development organization. He has a B.A. in Communications from Hope College in Michigan and an MFA from the University of Connecticut.
Want to learn more about Rick Tamlyn's work at Its All Made Up, Inc.? Check out his website at https://www.ricktamlyn.com/ and get a copy of his book Play Your Bigger Game from your favorite bookseller.Mentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

In this inspiring episode, Anna Urnova, owner of Anna Urnova Executive Coaching, shares how she gained world-class experience as a corporate leader and used this to help her clients navigate transition and change. You will discover:- why so many men and women feel stuck in their career- how entrepreneur and employee are no longer your only two options- the joy of pursuing a better way
Anna Urnova is an award-winning career coach. She helps mid-career professional men break free from being stuck, feeling undervalued, and burning out in unfulfilling jobs, empowering them to pivot successfully and thrive without starting over. Getting her business up and running took a lot of trial and error. Still, thanks to her commitment and the career transition method she developed, she fully recovered from her losses and even tripled her investments in just three years! Now, the colleagues who initially doubted her decision to start her own business ask for advice on taking their careers away from their 9 to 5.
Want to learn more about Anna Urnova's work at Anna Urnova Executive Coaching and watch her free video The 5-Step Mid-Career Overhaul For Men? Check out her website at https://annaurnova.com/Mentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

In this bootstrapping episode, Sara Nay, Chief Operating Officer of Duct Tape Marketing, shares how she takes care of all the little things that make our community members feel appreciated, informed, special, and cared for. You will discover:- why strategy must precede tactics for marketing success- how to implement your first real marketing strategy- why you may want to outsource your marketing for better results
Sara Nay is the COO of Duct Tape Marketing. With 14+ years working in the small business space, it is her passion to install marketing and operating systems for small business owners so they can get more clarity and freedom in their lives. As the COO, she oversees company-wide operations, work to support the company culture and vision, and designs and implements business systems. She has always believed in focusing on strategy before tactics. She and her company champion sustainable marketing strategies over quick fixes and gimmicks, ensuring their clients feel confident and in control, as their business achieves predictable growth.
Want to learn more about Sara Nay's work at Duct Tape Marketing? Check out her website at https://ducttapemarketing.com/ and get your free resources at dtm.world/growth. Mentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

In this courageous episode, Morgan Anderson, CEO of Golden Lion Tax Solutions, shares how she applies 22 years of knowledge and experience in the tax debt resolution industry into a business that focuses on efficient, effective, top-notch tax resolution for those who need help!You will discover:- the primary job of the IRS (and it's not to help you)- how to make sure you never lose your power when dealing with the IRS- the #1 way to avoid ever falling into tax debt
Morgan Q. Anderson, EA, is the CEO and Founder of Golden Lion Tax Solutions and the author of "Tax Debt Rule #1: There's ALWAYS a Solution!" For the last 24+ years, Morgan has successfully resolved thousands of client cases before the IRS and state tax agencies by identifying the best solution option given each client's unique financial condition and relentlessly pursuing its acceptance. She has mastered the complex labyrinth of the IRS and state tax systems during her career, even successfully negotiating solutions for her clients with the National Taxpayer Advocate and the Director of Collection Appeals.
Want to learn more about Morgan Anderson's work at Golden Lion Tax Solutions? Check out her website at https://www.goldenliontaxsolutions.com/Mentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

In this innovative episode, Danny Nathan, Founder and CEO of Apollo 21 LLC, shares how he has built products and executed go-to-market strategies for companies ranging from pre-seed startups to Fortune 100 corporations.You will discover:- how you need to evolve your ability to innovate as you grow your success- how to regain your innovative edge if you've lost it- how to leverage data for innovation (the right way)
Danny Nathan is the founder of Apollo 21 — a unique company that sits at the intersection of a management consultancy, product design studio, and venture studio. Apollo 21 helps clients foster transformational growth through new venture creation, new product development, and the formation of internal venture-building operations. It removes barriers to scale by building technology that solves complex business and operational challenges. In doing so, they help organizations rediscover an entrepreneurial spirit and establish a culture of innovation. 
Want to learn more about Danny Nathan's work at Apollo 21 LLC? Check out his website at https://www.apollo21.io/Mentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

In this inspirational episode, Kate Blake, Owner of Kate Blake, shares how she helps startup founders build the team they need to succeed.You will discover:- The four things every startup needs- The two types of founders and how to tell which one you are- Who the right hire is for your team
Kate Blake is a catalyst for powerful human beings ready for breakthroughs. After a decade of experience advising start-up founders, Kate created a program that unleashes the human potential often buried by outdated workplace infrastructures. Part business wizard, part energetic businesswoman, part straight-talking best friend you didn't know you needed, she helps you stay aligned as your mission's power, responsibility, and business compounds. Consider her your guide to unlocking the nuanced agreements you've made to perform as you "should" instead of fighting for who you are.
Want to learn more about Kate Blake's work at Kate Blake? Check out her website at https://kateblake.com/Mentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

In this aiding episode, Anna Hislop, Owner of Unfolding Success, shares how she provides bespoke training, talks, and workshops to help organizations bridge the gap between their leaders and their Gen Z employees.You will discover:- Your role in the lack of knowledge, passion, and engagement from your team- How to improve your generational intelligence- Why should leaders speak less, and what should they do instead?
Anna Hislop is an experienced leadership coach, facilitator, and author known for her expertise in understanding and maximizing the potential of Generation Z in the workplace. With her Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential from the International Coaching Federation, Anna brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her coaching practice. She is currently doing an MSc in Business and Organizational Psychology. Her book, "You Only Have to Ask! How to Realize the Full Potential of Gen Z at Work," is a comprehensive guide for organizations aiming to harness the unique strengths of Gen Z employees.
Want to learn more about Anna Hislop's work at Unfolding Success? Check out her website at https://unfolding-success.com/

In this redeeming episode, Richard Walsh, CEO of Sharpen the Spear Coaching, shares how he has developed programs and coaching to bring his vision to life, working one business at a time toward his goal of helping 10,000 enterprises.You will discover:- What closes a business, the market, or the leader?- How to start a business that you can run (instead of letting it run you)- Why should you define your exit strategy before you begin
Richard Walsh is a 30-year seasoned entrepreneur. He's the best-selling author of Escape the Owner Prison, the contractor's new way to scale, regain control, and fast-track growth while loving life. He's a speaker and podcast host, a husband and father of six children, a US Marine, champion boxer, black belt, and internationally recognized steel sculptor. His expertise lies in combining both the strategic and the tactical. He's able to deliver immediate, problem-solving results (tactical), along with strategic, long-term implementation of systemization and scalability. Richard shares his secrets and strategies that bring rapid and lasting results to the companies he works with.
Want to learn more about Richard Walsh's work? Check out his website at https://sharpenthespearcoaching.com/Mentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz

In this revenue-focused episode, Kyle Mealy, CEO of Next Level Coaching, shares how he specializes in helping small B2B businesses between $1M and $10M achieve their next profitable and predictable revenue level.You will discover:- one simple exercise you can do to scale your revenue dramatically- why you need to stop talking about sales and what you should do instead- Why, as entrepreneurs, do we never graduate from taking courageous action, and how does that courage change shape over time?
Kyle Mealy is a fractional chief revenue officer who helps clients in professional services and recurring revenue businesses between $1M and $10M find profitability and growth. He offers Fractional Chief Revenue Officer services designed to give affordable executive leadership to small businesses. His company, Next Level Coaching, has a 100% success rate in doubling top-line revenue in 3 years or less, including an average 1st-year growth rate of 30.4% and 10X profitability. Kyle has sat in COO, CEO, and CRO seats with businesses from startups to over $26M in revenue.
Want to learn more about Kyle Mealy's work at Next Level Coaching? Check out his website at readyforthenextlevel.com/revenue-cascadeMentioned in this episode:Take the Founder's Evolution Quiz TodayIf you’re a Founder, business owner, or CEO who feels overworked by the business you lead and underwhelmed by the results, you’re doing it wrong. Succeeding as a founder all comes down to doing the right one or two things right now. Take the quiz today at foundersquiz.com, and in just ten questions, you can figure out what stage you are in, so you can focus on what is going to work and say goodbye to everything else.Founder's Quiz