Entrepreneurs United

Dr. Lisa Hale, CEO of Focused Leadership Consulting, dives deep into what she calls “Radical Ownership”—a transformative mindset and system that bridges the gap between leadership intention and execution. Drawing on over two decades of coaching high-level entrepreneurs, Lisa shares why so many leaders get stuck in cycles of over-functioning, how fear quietly drives ineffective behaviors, and how to build a company culture rooted in trust and clarity.Lisa offers tools, mindsets, and powerful questions that will have you rethinking control, trust, and the story you're telling yourself as a leader.⏱️ Key Highlights 📍 12:45 – The Trap of Over-Control vs. Under-Ownership Lisa introduces the concept of “Radical Ownership” and explains how leaders often overstep their own locus of control, unintentionally causing their teams to disengage.📍 21:30 – Recognizing Fear in Real Time Lisa breaks down the physical symptoms of fear and reveals how leaders can re-center themselves by shifting into inquiry instead of reaction.📍 34:10 – The Power of Co-Creating Leadership Norms John and Lisa dive into how teams can define leadership “dials” together—like accountability, risk tolerance, and communication styles—to create alignment and eliminate chaos.📍 46:15 – A Parenting Story That Changed Her Leadership Forever Lisa shares a raw moment of yelling at her son, and how one coaching question—“What do you have to give up in order to let him fail and love him anyway?”—transformed her approach to leadership.📍 58:00 – When Working Genius Unlocked 5X Growth Lisa explains how reassigning roles based on her team's strengths helped her scale her company exponentially without burnout.

Feeling overwhelmed as an entrepreneur in 2025? You’re not alone BUT, you can take back control. In this episode of Entrepreneurs United, John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann break down the #1 question they get from business owners: “How do I duplicate myself and get more done?”From getting clear on your priorities to using AI and automation the right way, they walk you through a 6-step framework to help you work smarter, not harder.Whether you're a solo founder or leading a growing team, this episode is packed with tactical tips and mindset shifts to help you delegate better, automate more, and finally feel in control of your time.✅ What You'll Learn:How to go from overwhelmed to organizedThe simple delegation framework your team needsHow to stop hoarding tasks and empower your peopleReal ways to use ChatGPT and automation tools for businessHow calendar control = time freedomWhy saying “I’m busy” is usually a leadership issue📣 Like what you hear?Subscribe to the Entrepreneurs United Podcast and drop a comment with your biggest takeaway. Or tell us—what should we dive into next?🔗 Full show also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen https://entrepreneursunited.us/links/

Are you stuck in the messy middle of your business? Too big to be scrappy, but not yet running a smooth, high-performance machine?In this episode, we sit down with Dominic Rubino—business coach, author of Construction Millionaire Secrets, and host of the Profit Toolbelt podcast—to unpack the six foundational levers every business must master:⏱️ Time👥 Team💰 Money📈 Growth🚪 Exit📣 MarketingThese aren't just theories—Dominic has worked with contractors and entrepreneurs around the world, and these challenges come up everywhere, from Vancouver to São Paulo to Singapore.🔍 What you'll learn:– How to finally escape the “technician trap” (thanks, E-Myth!)– The key differences between Traction and Scaling Up– How to build a strategic plan—and actually stick to it– Why profitability is rarely just a "money" problem– What separates business owners who act vs. those who stay stuck🎯 Whether you're a contractor, creative, or founder, this episode is your blueprint to getting unstuck and scaling smarter.🔗 Connect with Dominic Rubino:Website: http://www.profittoolbelt.comBook: Construction Millionaire Secrets

Only 3% of LinkedIn users post content... are you one of them?LinkedIn expert Caroline Pennington uncovers powerful strategies for standing out, building your brand, and generating real business results — all without paid ads.Caroline shares how she made the leap from a 15-year corporate recruiting career to becoming an entrepreneur, podcast host, and the CEO of The Feminine Founder. She reveals her LinkedIn growth blueprint — including how to optimize your profile, engage authentically, and train the algorithm to work for you.Whether you're a founder, coach, or small business owner, this episode is packed with tactical takeaways you can apply today to start turning visibility into opportunity.💼 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why LinkedIn is the most underrated growth tool for entrepreneursThe 3 pillars of LinkedIn success: Profile, Content, EngagementHow to build trust and attract leads using emotional intelligenceCaroline’s weekly LinkedIn posting system for visibilityDM strategies that convert with 80%+ response ratesHow to use LinkedIn’s “Grow” tab to find perfect-fit prospects⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction to LinkedIn's Potential 00:21 Meet Caroline Pennington 01:03 Caroline's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneur 01:54 The Power of LinkedIn for Personal Branding 02:14 Emotional Intelligence in Professional Growth 04:33 Building a Strong LinkedIn Profile 06:06 Engaging with Your LinkedIn Audience 08:39 Maximizing LinkedIn's Features for Success 15:08 Effective LinkedIn Connection Strategies 18:44 Training LinkedIn's Algorithm 22:05 Advanced LinkedIn Search Techniques 22:56 The Power of Organic Content and Female Entrepreneurs 24:34 Weekly LinkedIn Routine for Success 26:24 Engaging with Your LinkedIn Audience 31:34 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile 35:31 The ROI of LinkedIn Marketing 36:07 Final Thoughts and Takeaways 36:54 Hosts' Reflections and Actionable Tips🔗 Resources & Links🔹 Learn more about Caroline Website 🔹 Connect with her on LinkedIn 🔹 Entrepreneurs United Podcast 🔹 Attend the Empowerment Experience: October 4–6, Winston-Salem, NC👍 Like this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, hit the notification bell, and drop your favorite LinkedIn tip in the comments!

Are you scaling your business but still feel stuck?Holistic leadership coach Kasey D’Amato reveals why emotional intelligence may be the secret weapon you're missing. From burnout to team breakdowns, discover the invisible forces that hold entrepreneurs back—and how to break through them.🎯 Learn how to:Spot the signs of emotional blind spotsLead with clarity and confidenceAlign your business with your life purposeCreate win-win compensation structures that work00:00 The Impact of Low Emotional Intelligence00:38 Introduction to Kasey D'Amato01:05 Holistic Approach to Business Coaching01:47 Case Study: The Successful but Unfulfilled Entrepreneur04:10 Defining Emotional Intelligence04:43 Balancing Aggressive and Recovery Energy07:08 Aligning Business and Personal Goals13:54 Tools for Enhancing Emotional Intelligence18:01 Recognizing and Addressing Team Emotions22:51 Starting Conversations: Personal and Professional Goals23:24 Addressing Performance Issues Directly24:34 Building Trust Through Leadership Styles29:15 Compensation Strategies for Entrepreneurs32:41 The Importance of Skincare36:28 Emotional Intelligence and Personal Reflection👉 Listen now and start building smarter, not just harder.

From Near Collapse to Comeback: How Christy Cox Spencer Saved Her Business Against All OddsWhat would you do if your business lost 90% of its revenue overnight?In this episode of the Entrepreneurs United Podcast, hosts John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann sit down with Christy Cox Spencer—President of JKS Incorporated and owner of Robert Hall—to unpack a story of true entrepreneurial grit. When the pandemic hit Christy faced the unimaginable: mass layoffs, financial freefall, and betting her retirement savings on a comeback.🎯 Discover how she rebuilt from rock bottom, found creative ways to serve high-demand clients, and why Winston-Salem, NC, might just be one of the most under-the-radar event hubs in the country.This episode is for entrepreneurs who know the hustle is real—and that success often starts at your lowest point.What You’ll Learn:How to lead through crisis and hard decisionsThe creative thinking that helped Christy pivot and thriveWhy betting on yourself is the boldest—and smartest—move you can make👉 Tap into Christy’s story and walk away inspired to face your next challenge head-on.Timestamps:00:00 - COVID’s devastating impact on events01:03 - Meet Christy Cox Spencer02:00 - How Robert Hall came to life03:30 - Behind the scenes of elite event planning05:04 - From JKS to motorsports: diversifying services09:41 - The weirdest and wildest event requests12:23 - Why Winston-Salem?15:44 - Entrepreneurial lessons from the frontlines18:39 - Final thoughts on resilience and passion

What if the leadership skills you use in the boardroom could transform your home life, too?In this episode, John and Rich dive into the powerful intersection between business leadership and family life. Drawing from real-life coaching stories and personal experiences, they explore how principles like servant leadership, accountability, and consistency can strengthen both your team at work and your relationships at home.You’ll learn:How to apply business frameworks to parenting and partnershipWhy asking better questions leads to better outcomesThe importance of leading with values, not just rulesHow education often trumps punishment—in business and in familyWhether you're managing a team, raising kids, or both, this episode delivers practical tools and thought-provoking insights to help you lead with purpose in every role you play.🎧 Tune in to sharpen your leadership edge—at work and at home.

🚀 The AI Revolution: How Entrepreneurs Can Profit & Scale | Susan Sly on Entrepreneurs United PodcastAI isn’t just the future—it’s happening now. In this electrifying episode, John St. Pierre and Rich Hoffmann sit down with Susan Sly, a trailblazer in AI, to uncover how this technology is reshaping industries and creating massive business opportunities.Susan shares her groundbreaking work in computer vision and business intelligence, revealing how AI-driven strategies are boosting revenue, productivity, and decision-making for entrepreneurs worldwide. She also introduces thePause.ai, an innovative platform revolutionizing menopause management through AI.🔹 How can AI supercharge your business? 🔹 What are the biggest AI trends shaping the future? 🔹 How can entrepreneurs leverage AI for data, automation, and growth?Don’t miss this game-changing conversation packed with insights and actionable strategies. Hit play now! 🎧🔥

Kareen Walsh, Founder & CEO, Revampologist, joins the Entrepreneurs United Podcast to discuss leveraging businesses as assets, strategic clarity, and exit strategies. Kareen discusses her innovative Hey Kareen® App, which uses AI to provide business consulting and coaching. She also elaborates on her EVOLVE methodology that helps entrepreneurs continuously improve their ventures. Learn about the importance of having a life plan linked with your business plan, and discover how to identify and excel in your innate entrepreneurial role.00:00 Introduction to Business as an Asset00:33 Meet Kareen Zahr Walsh00:53 Strategic Clarity for Entrepreneurs04:03 The Assessment Toolkit05:00 The EVOLVE Methodology08:59 The Hey Kareen App17:44 The CEO Conundrum Quiz22:04 Understanding the Creator, Operator, and Entrepreneur Roles23:16 Coaching Business Partners: A Case Study24:11 Recruiting and Placement for Business Efficiency24:44 The Owner Role and Wealth Creation26:02 Operational Efficiency and Financial Strategies26:52 The EVOLVE Acronym and Exit Strategies28:45 Building a Legacy with Hey Kareen30:08 Integrating AI in Business Coaching32:43 Final Thoughts and Resources33:34 Hosts' Reflections and Key Takeaways

Unlocking the Secrets to Joyful Sales with Lynn Whitbeck, the 'Joyful Sales Queen,' to uncover key insights into what makes a successful sales process. Lynn shares her journey from selling Girl Scout cookies to becoming a sales expert, emphasizing the importance of understanding the client's perspective and focusing on their needs and desires. The discussion dives deep into essential strategies like creating client personas, the significance of follow-ups, the value of quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and the difference between referrals and introductions. Learn actionable tips to connect, capture, and close your ideal clients while keeping the sales process joyful and fulfilling.