Business Velocity - The Five Facets of Business™ Podcast

The season 2 finale! In our final episode of the season Hannah and Dave discuss A.I. and it's emphasis as a tool in the work place. It's not meant to be a monster but asset.Thank you all for joining us this season. We had a phenomenal guest line up and we want to say thank you to all who joined us and shared their knowledge. Please continue to follow and reference this podcast whenever you need help in your business. Don't be afraid to reach out! See you in Season 3!To find more information on The Five Facets and Evolve Leadership Consulting visit the link here or email us at info@theevolvedifference.comHosts: Dave Newell & Hannah Pniewski Produced by: Dave Newell, Hannah Pniewski and Christopher Paul Smith Edited by: Christopher Paul Smith Coordination: Katie Newell

This conversation features Deevo Tindall, a seasoned business and personal brand strategist known for helping clients achieve clarity in their branding. Deevo delves into the transformative power of self-awareness and vulnerability in personal branding. He discusses overcoming imposter syndrome and the importance of authentic storytelling in connecting with audiences. The dialogue also highlights the impact of emotional dynamics in team leadership and the shift towards group coaching, designed to foster community through shared narratives.

Work, Life, Domination. Words our guest Mac Lackey likes to live by but don't let it fool you. It's still about balance. In this episode Mac discuss his success in starting and selling six businesses, the idea of reverse engineering your mindset to scale and the importance of keeping your priorities in the midst of work.Mac Lackey is an American entrepreneur who has started, scaled, and sold six companies. Mac and his companies have been featured on CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Business North Carolina, USA Today and The New York Times. Notable ventures include KYCK (acquired by NBC Sports), Mountain Khakis (acquired by Remington), and InternetSoccer Network (acquired by a division of News Corp/Sky). He additionally served as a member of the Board of Directors for Lending Tree (NASDAQ: TREE) for over six years and is an angel investor in over 50 companies.Mac is currently focused on mentoring entrepreneurs via his proprietary platform, ExitDNA. He is also the proud owner of the 115-year-old Spanish soccer team, Algeciras CF.If you would like to stay up to date with Mac, follow the links below:Choose Option 3ExitDNAMac's WebsiteTo find more information on The Five Facets and Evolve Leadership Consulting visit the link here or email us at info@theevolvedifference.comHosts: Dave Newell & Hannah Pniewski Produced by: Dave Newell, Hannah Pniewski and Christopher Paul Smith Edited by: Christopher Paul Smith Coordination: Katie Newell

This week we invited on Wendi Held to discuss getting the right pieces in place for exiting your business, making those hard choices on who to take with and who to leave behind and the difference between delegation and adoption.Wendi Mathis Held leads In The Black Retail as a Fractional Revenue Officer, supporting SMBs with strategic insights and growth-oriented guidance. A passionate advisor and investor, she partners with businesses to help them unlock their potential and achieve sustainable growth.Previously, Wendi founded True Hero, a full-service Amazon agency that successfully grew premium brands on the largest e-commerce platform for over 14 years. In 2024, the company was acquired by Channel Key where she continues to serve as SVP with a focus on sales development and strategy.With 25+ years of experience in e-commerce and retail, Wendi is skilled in new business development, customer relationship management, and retail marketing. Her expertise enables her to navigate the ever-changing retail landscape and deliver impactful strategies.To find more information on The Five Facets and Evolve Leadership Consulting visit the link here or email us at info@theevolvedifference.comHosts: Dave Newell & Hannah Pniewski Produced by: Dave Newell, Hannah Pniewski and Christopher Paul Smith Edited by: Christopher Paul Smith Coordination: Katie Newell

This week we bring on fashion pioneer Ashlyn Greer. She shares insight on the highs and lows of growth, giving yourself space to enjoy what you have achieved so far and staying ahead of trends in your industries.Ashlyn Greer spent 10 years in the fashion industry before launching Fashivly officially in 2021. After obtaining her Master’s degree in Luxury Fashion Management and Marketing from Savannah College of Art and Design, she worked in events and PR, in creative strategy, partnerships, social media, brand management, and creative production, eventually leading the styling team and overseeing over 300 brands at Belk’s. Ashlyn quit her job in 2020 to start her company. Fast forward to 2024 and Fashivly has grown to over 20 industry experienced stylists serving over 3,000 clients worldwide. Today, Ashlyn is focused on building the future of shopping by personalizing and curating the over 1 billion options of apparel online.If you would like to stay up to date with Ashlyn and her company follow the link below:Fashivly Website @fashivly on Instagram, Tiktok, and Pinterest To find more information on The Five Facets and Evolve Leadership Consulting visit the link here or email us at info@theevolvedifference.comHosts: Dave Newell & Hannah Pniewski Produced by: Dave Newell, Hannah Pniewski and Christopher Paul Smith Edited by: Christopher Paul Smith Coordination: Katie Newell

Hannah and Dave dive into the 'iffy problem' many leaders face while tackling complex challenges. They emphasize the importance of moving beyond temporary fixes, using analogies like leaking roofs and pipes to illustrate long-term solutions. Personal anecdotes about wedding planning add humor and heart, highlighting the emotional journey of cherishing moments. The hosts also share joyful updates about baby goats, reminding listeners to celebrate life's little pleasures while addressing leadership growth.

This week we discuss the steps you should consider when exiting a business. Our expert, Tyler Jefcoat, goes into details regarding discipline when making an exit, warning signs to look out for and giving yourself time to sit with decisions.Tyler Jefcoat is the Founder of Seller Accountant, which he recently sold, and now dedicates his energy to leading The Sellers Roundtable, an exclusive mastermind for founders of 7 and 8-figure e-commerce businesses. He also serves on the board of a private equity fund and provides consulting services to select clients. Before founding Seller Accountant, Tyler co-founded Care to Continue, a home healthcare company that he scaled and later sold. If you would like to follow up with Tyler follow links below:Seller Accountant WebsiteTyler's Podcast: Return on PodcastTyler's LinkedInTo find more information on The Five Facets and Evolve Leadership Consulting visit the link here or email us at info@theevolvedifference.comHosts: Dave Newell & Hannah Pniewski Produced by: Dave Newell, Hannah Pniewski and Christopher Paul Smith Edited by: Christopher Paul Smith Coordination: Katie Newell

In this engaging discussion, Katie Lantukh, a seasoned writer at Murphy Marketing, shares her expertise in crafting concise marketing messages. She highlights the importance of testing your marketing strategies on LinkedIn and building relationships through storytelling. Katie emphasizes evolving tactics for small businesses and the necessity of authenticity and trust in marketing. Listeners will gain insights into effective online networking and the role of emotional connection in content creation that resonates with their audience.

This week we talk with West Coast counterpart Dan Coleman. We cover everything from having a strategic exit plan, the 4 capitals a company should examine and getting honest with yourself about the end game of your company.As a former certified EOS Implementer (#1 in the world) Dan understood that all things must evolve. So now, he takes a hybrid approach to help create & implement each company’s tailored “Business Operating System” and to level up their leadership team. By blending the best frameworks and business tools he meets his clients where they are at, with no limitations, all while keeping it simple and powerful. If you would like to stay up to date with Dan follow the links below:Dan's WebsiteScaling with DanDan's LinkedInTo find more information on The Five Facets and Evolve Leadership Consulting visit the link here or email us at info@theevolvedifference.comHosts: Dave Newell & Hannah Pniewski Produced by: Dave Newell, Hannah Pniewski and Christopher Paul Smith Edited by: Christopher Paul Smith Coordination: Katie Newell

In this weeks episode we discuss with business leader Brittney Bogues the practical use of AI, the 1% rule for company growth and how to show your clients and organization you care.Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of the Bogues Group, Brittney Bogues is an influential communications executive for brands, personalities and concepts with a proven track record of securing positive press, engaging public interest and generating significant social media buzz. With 10+ years of communication, business and nonprofit expertise and equipped with a masters degree, Brittney prides herself on providing quality, strategic and results-driven solutions for each client.  Brittney works closely alongside her killer team to offer award-winning, white-glove service, extensive industry experience, and a substantial network of cultivated relationships. If you would like to stay up to date with Brittney follow the links below:Bogues GroupBrittney's podcast: Business ChampsTo find more information on The Five Facets and Evolve Leadership Consulting visit the link here or email us at info@theevolvedifference.comHosts: Dave Newell & Hannah Pniewski Produced by: Dave Newell, Hannah Pniewski and Christopher Paul Smith Edited by: Christopher Paul Smith Coordination: Katie Newell