
The Elite Entrepreneurs Podcast
If you’re one of the 3-5% of entrepreneurs that’s grown their business to seven figures in revenue, congratulations! You are an ELITE entrepreneur. Few people can say they’ve accomplished what you have. I’m sure that success hasn’t stopped you from wondering: What’s the next step?
Getting from six to seven figures is a commendable and extremely difficult feat, but it’s not smooth sailing after you clear the $1 million mark. If you’re like a lot of entrepreneurs, you’re probably encountering a host of new problems you’ve never fought through before. Leadership changes, vision changes, and you might find yourself wearing ten hats in a given day. That climb up to $10 million seems insurmountable, right?
Welcome Brett Gilliland, your host of the Elite Entrepreneurs podcast. Brett Gilliland is Founder and CEO of Elite Entrepreneurs, a company that specializes in giving $1M+ business owners the knowledge, processes and tools to grow to $10M and beyond. Brett is an expert in organization development, leadership and strategy and spent 10 years helping Infusionsoft grow from $7M in revenue to over $100M. Brett was involved in the foundational work of Purpose, Values and Mission at Infusionsoft and facilitated the strategic planning process for many years.
Latest episodes

Mar 5, 2025 • 36min
Why Most Food Startups Fail (And How to Succeed)
From a college care package to a multimillion-dollar business, Alessandro Gerbini shares how he transformed his mom’s granola recipe into Gather’s Granola, one of the top contract manufacturers in the industry. In this episode of the Seven Figure Journey Podcast, Alessandro reveals the critical lessons of delegation, mentorship, and innovative marketing that helped him scale.

Mar 4, 2025 • 25min
How to Stop Being the Bottleneck in Your Business
In this episode of Elite Entrepreneur’s 7-Figure Journey, we sit down with Michael Boaz, CEO of Boaz Construction, to uncover his journey from overeducated trim carpenter to leading a multi-industry construction firm.

Mar 4, 2025 • 23min
The Risk That Won 20 Contracts in 100 Days
In this episode of Elite Entrepreneur’s 7-Figure Journey, we sit down with Brett Tatum, CEO of Tatco Construction, to discuss how he scaled his construction company from a one-man operation to a 50-employee powerhouse across multiple states.

Mar 4, 2025 • 28min
The Wealth-Building Strategy Most Entrepreneurs Overlook
In this episode of Elite Entrepreneur’s 7-Figure Journey, we sit down with Victoria from Downtown Financial Group to uncover the real strategies behind scaling a successful mortgage business. Victoria went from being a solo loan officer to running a multi-million-dollar company, all while building financial freedom for her clients and herself.

Mar 3, 2025 • 24min
The Hiring Strategy That Scales Companies FAST
In this episode, Shannon Oelkers shares how she transformed her company by building an elite leadership team that operates independently, freeing her from daily decision-making. She reveals her biggest leadership challenges, how she overcame ego struggles, and the unique hiring process that filters out the best talent. Plus, she dives into her vision for scaling beyond Alaska into the Pacific Northwest.

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Feb 24, 2025 • 44min
How to Build Recurring Revenue & Scale Your Business
AJ, co-founder of Agency Coach, is an expert in helping agencies build recurring revenue. He shares how they transitioned from a feast-or-famine model to consistent income streams. The conversation dives into the importance of stable client relationships and the shift to leveraging freelance talent for efficiency. AJ discusses fostering empowered leadership to create a self-sustaining business and explores innovative content reuse strategies for growth. Listeners gain valuable insights on scaling and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Feb 11, 2025 • 28min
Erosion to Empire: How DJ Moore Revolutionized Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Welcome to this week’s episode of the Seven Figure Journey Podcast, featuring DJ Moore, the visionary founder of Erosion and Construction Solutions, Inc. Discover how he transformed a struggling home-building business into a thriving seven-figure company by solving one of construction’s biggest headaches: stormwater pollution prevention.

Dec 26, 2024 • 29min
Orama Digital Design’s Vision: Entrepreneurial Growth
In this episode of the Seven Figure Journey podcast, we sit down with Vasilios Sinagridis, founder and CEO of Orama Digital Design, to explore his entrepreneurial journey. From navigating the challenges of the pandemic to scaling his business to seven figures, Vasilios shares his strategies for building a resilient team, leveraging market trends, and creating exceptional customer experiences. Learn how he integrates digital and print solutions to empower small businesses and his vision for the future of his company. Tune in for actionable insights and inspiration to transform your own business!

Dec 20, 2024 • 32min
Franchise Challenges and Growth Strategies with Wade Millward
In this episode of the Seven Figure Journey Podcast, we sit down with Wade Millward, CEO and Founder of rikor.io and Protect My Franchise, to explore how he’s revolutionizing the franchising industry. Wade shares his journey of identifying systemic challenges in franchise insurance compliance and turning them into opportunities for innovation and growth.Discover Wade’s strategies for scaling a business, creating operational efficiencies, and driving team alignment, as well as his philosophy of “question everything.” Whether you’re an emerging franchise owner or an established entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable insights to take your business to the next level.Tune in now and learn how to overcome franchise challenges and build for sustainable success!

Dec 20, 2024 • 41min
Mastering Client Acquisition and Growth with Jason Langkammerer
Welcome to this week’s episode featuring Jason Langkammerer, the founder of AT6, a leader in residential remodeling. Discover how Jason overcame the challenges of navigating a feast-or-famine industry to scale his business while maintaining quality and client satisfaction. Learn about his strategies for controlling growth and aligning his team to meet both high demand and market fluctuations.
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