The Rooted Founder Show

On this episode, Staci Gray and Isabelle Guarino discuss integrating family and business - the unique challenges and rewards of working together, dealing with loss and grief as leaders, and the importance of embracing both masculine and feminine energies. They explore leaving a positive legacy, making tough decisions, self-awareness and finding success in the present.  CONNECT WITH ISABELLE: stacigray.com/listen Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 0:00 Our Experience being Integrators for Our Fathers 03:22 Stepping into Visionary Roles 12:31 Navigating Grief and Therapy 26:29 Building a Legacy: Leaving an Impact 27:49 Toxic Positivity and Authentic Expression 29:14 Transitioning from Integrator to Visionary 30:06 Integrating Alpha and Feminine Energy 31:30 Making Tough Decisions as a Leader 35:17 Embracing Self-Awareness and Change 39:07 Measuring Success in Small Wins 45:43 Empowering Young Entrepreneurs through the Young Boss Podcast

On this episode, Staci Gray talks with seasoned real estate investor Nathan Brooks about scaling businesses and portfolios while nurturing meaningful relationships. They explore personal growth, inner reckoning, extreme ownership, emotional boundaries, and integrating femininity and masculinity. Packed with insights on being present, setting boundaries, meeting people where they are, and self-honoring choices. They discuss having a clear North Star to guide priorities in business and life. Don't miss this inspiring conversation on building success while staying true to your values! CONNECT WITH NATHAN: stacigray.com/listen Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 Extreme Ownership and Personal Growth 02:03 Balancing Business and Relationships 03:02 The Journey of Self-Reflection 06:49 Integrating Femininity and Masculinity 09:43 Setting Boundaries for Success 31:22 Unblocking Mental Barriers 32:48 The Power of Asking Questions 36:45 Meeting People Where They Are 48:01 Creating Space for Self and Others 54:46 The Role of Core Values in Leadership 55:15 The Journey of Self-Acceptance and Self-Love 58:03 Integrating the Dreamer and the Doer

On this episode, Staci Gray speaks with entrepreneur Rafael Cortez as he shares his journey from burnout to building a thriving business and integrating fulfillment.  Gain wisdom on self-awareness, aligning visions, assembling the right team, counterbalancing work-life, embracing ownership, and reigniting your entrepreneurial spark. CONNECT WITH RAFAEL : stacigray.com/listen Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 Moving Away from Constant Hustle 04:07 Overcoming Burnout and Finding Joy 08:28 Rediscovering Yourself 10:52 Aligning Actions with Your Truth 15:31 Empowering Others 24:02 Understanding Oneself and Embracing Personal Growth 25:28 The Impact of Personal Growth on Relationships 27:43 Alignment in Personal and Business Visions 29:08 Empowering Team Members and Creating Accountability 31:31 Staying Focused and Avoiding Distractions 33:22 The Power of Journaling and Self-Evaluation 35:43T aking Ownership of Results and Personal Empowerment 44:26 Excitement and Collaboration in Driving Growth

On this episode, Dr. Jessica Tranchina of Generator Athlete Lab shares her entrepreneurial journey and unique mind-body wellness protocol combining infrared sauna, contrast therapy, compression, vibration, and red light therapy. She discusses the SAVERS method, being a mompreneur, cycle-syncing energy, finding happiness through vulnerability, managing teams with personality insights, and optimizing life harmony. Packed with insights for entrepreneurs, wellness enthusiasts, and those seeking personal growth. CONNECT WITH DR. JESSICA : stacigray.com/listen Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Generator Lab 06:50 Starting Each Day with Intention 13:29 The Power of Community 34:19 Working with a Spouse in Business 42:24 Embracing Different Energy States 49:33 Blending Vulnerability and Leadership 59:58 How to Connect & ****Exploring Coaching as a New Venture

On this episode, Wagner Nolasco shares his entrepreneurial journey from Brazil to owning 7 companies. He discusses breaking norms, listening to your gut, and finding meaning beyond money.  Wagner stresses staying rooted, avoiding burnout, and not sacrificing your soul while scaling. He talks about honesty, vulnerability, building trust in teams, and his "lifestyle development" projects like creating a winery community that fosters family memories. Tune in for Wagner's wisdom on integrating business, family and fulfillment. CONNECT WITH WAGNER : stacigray.com/listen Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction: The Pursuit of Money and Success 06:16 Teamwork and Success as an Entrepreneur 13:53 The Importance of Gut Feeling and Learning from Mistakes 26:36 Gaining Perspective from an Outside Point of View 32:38 Investing in Personal Relationships for Success

On this episode of The Rooted Founder, Staci sits down with fellow entrepreneur Chad Zdenek of CSQ Properties for a deep conversation about the realities of entrepreneurship. They explore finding better ways, integrating passions and priorities, and the psychological shifts required. Chad shares insights on building trust in family and non-family businesses through leading by example and shared challenges. They discuss the intense pressures of entrepreneurship, creating multiple income streams, and Chad's passion for real estate opportunities.  Tune in for an honest, motivating discussion packed with real-talk and key insights for entrepreneurs. CONNECT WITH CHAD : stacigray.com/listen Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 The Challenges and Lessons of Entrepreneurship 06:19 Integrating Multiple Passions and Roles as an Entrepreneur 14:16 Evaluating Trust on a Spectrum 33:59 The Psychological Burden of Pressure 40:28 Finding A Blend Between Work and Personal Life 48:01 Embracing the Journey and Doing Hard Things

In this episode, Mike Krass and Kerry Guard of MKG Marketing take you behind the scenes of their powerful visionary-integrator relationship. Discover how self-awareness, trust and mutual respect formed their unstoppable partnership. They share insights on delineating roles, overcoming challenges, fostering transparency, integrating intuition and logic as thought partners, framing ideas for the future, and their vision for MKG Marketing's specialization. Get inspired by their journey, definition of success, and the legacy they aim to leave. CONNECT WITH MIKE AND KERRY : stacigray.com/listen   Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 Discovering the Entrepreneurial Spirit 03:20 Forging the Visionary-Integrator Relationship 08:06 Defining Roles and Responsibilities 28:09 Crucial Conversations and Commitment 29:12 Triggers and Win-Win 30:11 Intuition and Logic 32:42 Thought Partnership 35:00 Framing Ideas and Planting Seeds 36:03 Specialization and Evolution 40:06 Acclimation and Future Plans 45:49 Success and Legacy 50:37 Connect with MKG Marketing

In this episode, Andreas Konstantinou shares his transformative journey of self-discovery through entrepreneurship, overcoming trauma to reclaim his authentic self, and integrating the alpha and empathic aspects to become an impactful leader. His wisdom unveils the power of listening to your inner voice, embracing personal growth, and building a thriving culture rooted in trust, vision and being a "multiplier for multipliers”. CONNECT WITH ANDREAS : stacigray.com/listen   Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Personal Transformation 03:10 The Journey of Self-Discovery 05:00 The Turning Point and Choices 06:26 Becoming a Survivor and Rediscovering True Self 09:22 Journeying Back to Our True Selves 10:51 Transformation in Entrepreneurial Journey 13:12 The Cognitive and Emotional Transformation 20:21 Integrating the Alpha and Empathic Sides 25:10 Building a New Business and Culture 30:31 Releasing Shame and Owning Version 2 33:48 Discovering True Self and Inner Voice 38:17 Micro Moments and Sensation to Action 44:31 Defining Success as a Multiplier for Multipliers 45:01 Passionate Projects and Rethinking Culture 48:22 Closing Remarks and Call to Action  

In this episode, Staci Gray speaks with Bart Davis, Co-Founder of 512Financial, about blending alpha leadership and empathy in entrepreneurship. Gain insights on leadership, resource management, and redefining success. Explore Bart's journey of merging confidence and empathy, embracing diverse definitions of success, and continuous entrepreneurial evolution. Discover the importance of self-reflection and finding balance for entrepreneurial success   CONNECT WITH BART : stacigray.com/listen   Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 Scaling Trust and Identifying Problems 03:03 Integrating the Alpha and Empathy Sides 06:54 Recognizing Different Goals and Visions of Success 09:03 Realizing the Stomach to be an Entrepreneur 11:48 Reinventing Identity and Giving Permission to Change 13:28 Surprising Oneself and Enjoying the Journey 15:01 Range of Alpha and Empathy 18:22 Transitioning from COO to CEO 21:52 The Role of a Business Partner 23:28 The Visionary and Integrator Roles 27:32 Top Traits to Embody and Avoid 30:47 Understanding the Pace as a Leader 35:35 Projects and Growth of 512 Financial 40:18 Scaling the Fractional Model and Resource Management 41:33 Defining Success 41:49 Redefining Success 44:12 Fulfillment as Success

Warner Moore, cybersecurity CEO & mentor, shares his journey developing emotional intelligence to create people-centric cultures that prioritize human value. Learn how Warner builds trust, automates tasks, and empowers teams for high-impact work through continuous learning, mentorship, and prioritizing team members and client value. CONNECT WITH WARNER : stacigray.com/listen   Get 4 Essential Tips for Quickly Organizing Your Business to Scale: https://bit.ly/3qZJoyT Join my FREE Weekly Newsletter for Proven Strategies to propel you and your business forward: https://bit.ly/41IiaKY   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:00 Realization of Entrepreneurial Spirit 03:05 Transition from Curiosity to Business 05:11 Innovation Driven by Startups 07:49 Taking Action on Ideas and Rallying People 08:30 Overcoming Limitations as a Leader 12:18 Transition from Engineer to Founder CEO 13:40 Developing Empathy as an Engineer 19:03 Leadership Journey and Continuous Development 20:31 Blending Alpha and Empathy in Engineering 23:40 Technology and Human Integration 27:15 Creating People-Centric Cultures 30:22 Trust and Overprocessing in Organizations 31:41 Automation and Empowering Humans 37:12 Deciding What to Automate 39:53 Exciting Upcoming Projects and Definition of Success 41:23 Connect with Warner