Passage to Profit Show - Road to Entrepreneurship

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Ralph Sutton from The SDR Show and GaS Digital Network, Joe Scaretta and Moses Carrasco from MasonMade Ventures and GG Mirvis from Desolas Mezcal. Ralph Sutton, host of The SDR Show, joins the show with a wild, no-rules journey through radio, rock, and the rise of one of the most successful indie podcast networks in the game. From DJ to VH1 host to creator of Gas Digital, Ralph reveals how relentless hustle, genuine authenticity, and a refusal to follow trends took him from midnight radio shifts to hosting top-charting shows and building the 5-million-listeners-a-week GaS Digital network. Read more at: https://gasdigital.com/ and https://www.thesdrshow.com/ Joe Scaretta and Moses Carrasco are the powerhouse entrepreneurs behind MasonMade Ventures, bringing two decades of ground-up success to a new era of people-first investing. With a proven track record of scaling national companies and disrupting outdated industries, they’re redefining what operational excellence and meaningful growth look like. Read more at: https://www.masonmade.co/ Meet GG Mirvis, the founder behind Desolas Mezcal — a spirit born from the sun, crafted by tradition, and perfected with pure Salmiana agave. From sun-soaked fields in San Luis Potosí to small-batch, hand-crafted bottles, GG is preserving the soul of mezcal one sip at a time. Read more at: https://www.desolasmezcal.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

In this segment of "Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind" on Passage to Profit Show, our guests reveal the real secrets behind entrepreneurial success—from why hustle culture is a trap, to how systems, action, and deep purpose reshape your path. You’ll hear why waiting until you're “ready” keeps you stuck, how tapping into your legacy can fuel unstoppable motivation, and why embracing AI can reignite your business in surprising ways. Packed with raw insights, hard truths, and mindset shifts you can use today, this episode challenges you to step forward, find your pull, and build the future you’re meant for. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show have this discussion with “The Business Bully”, Dave Anderson, Melissa Franks from OnCall COO and life and fitness coach Derick Johnson. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview life and fitness coach Derick Johnson. In this powerful interview, trainer and transformation coach Derek Johnson shares how he went from a bullied, insecure kid to a mission-driven leader helping people break lifelong patterns. Derek reveals why real change starts in the mind long before it shows up in the mirror, unpacking how trauma, stress, mindset, faith, and even mineral deficiencies shape our health. Through raw personal stories and striking client breakthroughs, he shows how getting to the root—not the reps—is what finally frees people to rebuild their confidence, their bodies, and their lives. Read more at: https://fitwithderick.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Melissa Franks from OnCall COO. Founder of OnCall COO, Melissa Franks shares how she went from accidental entrepreneur to powerhouse fractional COO, transforming chaos into clarity for business owners who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or on the brink of burnout. She reveals how she built a seven-figure operations firm from scratch as a newly single mom, the real reason most entrepreneurs hit plateaus, and why fixing your business starts with telling the truth about what’s not working. Packed with candid insights, hard-won lessons, and a refreshing no-drama approach to growth, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone ready to scale with confidence and finally let go of doing everything themselves. Read more at: https://www.melissafranks.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

In this segment of "Intellectual Property News", Passage to Profit Show co-hosts Richard and Elizabeth Gearhrt dive into one of the most shocking scandals to hit the U.S. Trademark Office: the overnight cancellation of 52,000 fraudulent trademarks. Our hosts break down how a foreign network used stolen attorney credentials, forged signatures, and even “specimen farms” to flood the system with fake applications—jamming up the USPTO and blocking legitimate entrepreneurs from protecting their brands. We explore how AI may have played a role in uncovering the scheme, why this crackdown matters for business owners, and what every entrepreneur should know to keep their trademarks safe. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview “The Business Bully”, Dave Anderson. Dave Anderson is back — and he’s not holding anything back. Seven years after his first appearance, 21 time best selling author and former radio executive "The Business Bully" returns with hard truths about discipline, identity, and why most people never reach the success they say they want. If you’re tired of excuses, ready for a breakthrough, and craving a mindset reset heading into 2025, this episode is your wake-up call. Read more at: https://www.thebusinessbully.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

This segment of "Your New Business Journey" dives straight into the myths that trap new entrepreneurs, with a candid round-table featuring Dave Anderson and a powerhouse panel of seasoned founders. From the fantasy that slapping “CEO” on a business card guarantees instant success, to the belief that your first customer defines your future, our guests expose the biggest lies entrepreneurs tell themselves—and the hard-earned truths that replace them. They unpack why passion beats clout-chasing, why success isn’t measured solely in dollars, and why staying flexible (and realistic) may be the most valuable skill of all. If you're starting a business—or thinking about it—this conversation might save you from some painful lessons. Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show have this discussion with “The Business Bully”, Dave Anderson, Melissa Franks from OnCall COO and life and fitness coach Derick Johnson. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview “The Business Bully”, Dave Anderson, Melissa Franks from OnCall COO and life and fitness coach Derick Johnson. Dave Anderson is back — and he’s not holding anything back. Seven years after his first appearance, 21 time best selling author and former radio executive "The Business Bully" returns with hard truths about discipline, identity, and why most people never reach the success they say they want. If you’re tired of excuses, ready for a breakthrough, and craving a mindset reset heading into 2025, this episode is your wake-up call. Read more at: https://www.thebusinessbully.com/ Meet Melissa Franks, the powerhouse Fractional COO and founder of On Call COO, who went from administrative assistant to leading a $350M company—and now helps small businesses scale with the proven strategies that make growth faster, easier, and unstoppable. Read more at: https://www.melissafranks.com/ Meet Derick Johnson, a U.S. Army Veteran turned life and fitness coach, bestselling author, and keynote speaker who helps leaders and teams build unshakable resilience, discipline, and mental strength to thrive in every area of life. Read more at: https://fitwithderick.com/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

In this segment of "Secrets of the Entrepreneurial Mind", our panel of entrepreneurs pulls back the curtain on the real secrets behind business success—from the power of consistent follow-up and choosing the right CRM, to embracing an abundance mindset and launching your big idea before you quit your day job. You’ll hear how automation, AI tools, and smart planning can fast-track your growth, why lingering legal issues can quietly drain your business, and how tapping multiple sources of information can sharpen your strategy.  Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show have this discussion with media strategist Jess Todtfeld from Media Ambassadors, Micki Vandeloo from Lakeview Consulting and Kenny Kelley from Silent Beacon. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of Passage to Profit Show interview Kenny Kelley from Silent Beacon.   After a near-fatal motorcycle crash left him unable to call for help, Kenny Kelley turned his brush with death into a groundbreaking life-saving device: Silent Beacon. In this episode, Kenny reveals how a simple, one-tap emergency button is revolutionizing safety for everyone—from lone workers and nurses to joggers, parents, and everyday people who just want peace of mind. Hear the unbelievable real-world saves, the tech behind the device, and why this tiny beacon is becoming a must-have in an increasingly unpredictable world. Read more at: https://silentbeacon.com/     Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.