

Waves Business Coaching
Jacob Karnes
Welcome to the Waves Business Coaching podcast, where we help you build your dream business so that you can have more freedom. Waves Business Coaching is hosted by Jacob Karnes, the owner of Waves Business Coaching and best-selling author of Master Your First Job. You'll hear from Jacob and other subject-matter experts so that you can create the dream business you need to get the freedom you desire. Visit our websites: WavesBusinessCoaching.com MasterYourFirstJob.com
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Jan 14, 2025 • 29min
36. Building Your Million Dollar Machine with Ernesto Mandowsky
In this episode of the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, Jacob Karnes interviews Ernesto Mandowsky, the creator of the Million Dollar Machine. They discuss the importance of creating systems in business, using the restaurant analogy to explain how every business operates similarly. Ernesto shares his five recipes for business success, emphasizing the need for integration and the role of the business owner in growth. He also highlights the use of Notion as a tool for managing business processes and the importance of measuring success through scorecards.
Calculate the Score with Ernesto's 5-Question Assessment: https://forms.yourmdm.co/scorecard
Get Jacob’s Book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com
Visit Our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Connect with Jacob on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483Visit our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ernesto's Journey
07:00 The Five Recipes for Business Success
12:41 Building Systems for Success
17:57 Utilizing Notion for Business Management

Jan 13, 2025 • 55sec
Waves Business Coaching Podcast Trailer
Welcome to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, where you can equip yourself with the tools and insights to build the dream team your business needs so you can lead with confidence, master your people challenges, and reclaim your freedom. On the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, you’ll hear from host Jacob Karnes, a business coach and best-selling author, as well as industry-leading subject matter experts to grow your business and your leadership capacity.

Nov 18, 2024 • 31min
35. The Power of Customer Experience with Brad Pearse
In this episode of the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, Jacob Karnes interviews Brad Pearse, a sales coach with a rich background in family business and consumer electronics. They discuss the importance of customer experience in sales, the impact of mentorship, and practical strategies for small business owners. Brad shares insights from his family's journey in building a successful business and how those lessons apply to modern sales techniques. The conversation emphasizes the connection between customer experience and sales success, highlighting the need for relationship-building and intentionality in business.
Take Brad’s Assessment: https://www.simplifiedsalesassessment.com/0
Connect with Brad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-swing-3aab3872/
Get Jacob’s Book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com
Visit Our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Connect with Jacob on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483Visit our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Brad Pearse's Entrepreneurial Journey
07:22 Defining Moments in Business Growth
13:21 The Importance of Mentorship in Sales
19:16 Connecting Customer Experience and Sales

Nov 11, 2024 • 42min
34. Why Aren’t You Winning? (with Josh Swing)
This episode of the Waves Business Coaching podcast delves into various themes, including athleticism, parenting, the importance of hard work, insights on success and wealth, the role of passion in life, reflections on life's challenges, and the value of relationships. Josh share personal anecdotes and insights that highlight the complexities of these themes and their interconnections.
Connect with Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-swing-3aab3872/
Wildsparq: https://www.wildsparq.com
Get Jacob’s Book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com
Visit Our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Connect with Jacob on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483Visit our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Josh Swing and His Journey
10:42 Winning at Life: The Sports Analogy
20:32 Defeating the Opponent: We Can Do It All
30:18 Pacing Yourself: The Importance of Rest
40:03 Understanding the Right Scoreboard
41:59 Overcoming Comparison and Apathy

Oct 28, 2024 • 30min
33. Avoiding Random Acts of Marketing (with Evan Cox)
In this episode of the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, Jacob Karnes interviews Evan Cox, a consultant specializing in marketing and messaging for nonprofits and businesses. They discuss the significance of first jobs in shaping careers, the critical role of effective messaging in business, and the importance of storytelling in marketing. Evan shares insights on avoiding random acts of marketing, the intersection of marketing and fundraising, and the necessity of building authentic relationships in nonprofit fundraising. They also explore how to create websites that convert and the impact of AI on marketing strategies. The conversation concludes with resources for listeners to enhance their marketing efforts.
Connect with Evan: https://evancoxconsulting.com/resources/
Get Jacob’s Book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com
Visit Our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Connect with Jacob on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483Visit our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Chapters
00:00 Shaping Your Career Through Experiences
08:36 Positioning Yourself as the Guide
15:29 Developing a Cohesive Marketing Plan
19:19 Building Authentic Relationships with Donors
24:23 Balancing Design, Copywriting, and Strategy

Oct 14, 2024 • 27min
32. Transform Your Ideas Into Impactful Storytelling (with Andrew Biernat)
In this episode of the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, Jacob Karnes interviews Andrew from Story Builders, who specializes in helping business leaders transform their ideas into impactful ecosystems. The conversation explores the importance of storytelling in business, the concept of an IP ecosystem, and how to effectively communicate and monetize knowledge. Andrew shares insights on creating courses, the storytelling structure, and real-world success stories of individuals who have successfully built their own IP ecosystems.
Connect with StoryBuilders: https://start.mystorybuilders.com/supercharge
Get My Book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com
Visit Our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Connect with Jacob on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483Visit our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Chapters
00:00 Andrew's Personal Journey and Communication Challenges
04:45 Understanding the IP Ecosystem
09:43 Transforming Knowledge into Intellectual Property
15:57 The Power of Storytelling in Business
20:29 Taking Action: Building Your IP Ecosystem
22:28 Success Story: Scott Greats' Transformation

Oct 7, 2024 • 27min
31. Prioritizing Authenticity in Leadership
In this episode of the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, Jacob Karnes interviews Elise Moore, a coach and entrepreneur, about the significance of authenticity in leadership and the lessons learned from failure. They explore the costs associated with being an authentic leader versus an inauthentic one, the importance of self-awareness, and how embracing failure can lead to personal and professional growth. Elise shares her journey, insights from her experiences, and practical advice for leaders seeking to cultivate authenticity in their own lives.
Elise’s Website: https://www.brdgecoaching.com
Get My Book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com
Visit Our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Connect with Jacob on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483Visit our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
06:26 Authentic Leadership and Chick-fil-A
12:58 The Importance of Authentic Leadership
20:57 Failure and Authentic Leadership
24:40 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Elise Moore

Sep 30, 2024 • 29min
30. Unlock Productivity with Your Morning Routine
In this episode of the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, Jacob Karnes speaks with Dr. Danielle McGeough about the significance of morning rituals, particularly for those dealing with anxiety and busy schedules. They discuss the importance of time management, the concept of deleting unnecessary tasks, and the transformative RISE Ritual Method, which encourages intentional planning and sensory activation. The conversation emphasizes practical steps listeners can take to incorporate these strategies into their daily routines, ultimately aiming to enhance productivity and well-being.
Danielle's Podcast: https://www.plangoalplan.com/podcast
Danielle's Website: https://www.plangoalplan.com
Get Jacob's Book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com
Visit Our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Connect with Jacob on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483Visit our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
07:16 Changing Our Relationship with Time
11:10 Saving Time and Being Present
16:11 The RISE Ritual Method
19:54 Incorporating Reflection and Intentional Planning
21:47 Sensory Activation and Embodying the Story
26:02 Simple Steps to Start Incorporating the RISE Method
28:12 Conclusion and Where to Find More Information

Sep 23, 2024 • 31min
29. Entrepreneurial Freedom Through Financial Management with Andrew Windham
In this episode of the Waves Business Coaching Podcast, Jacob Karnes interviews Andrew Windham, the owner of Educated Freedom. Andrew helps business owners implement a simple automated cashflow system to achieve true freedom. They discuss the importance of aligning personal and business finances, the concept of lifetime capital potential, and the need for a system that ensures financial stability. Andrew shares how implementing a simple automated cashflow system has transformed his own personal life and improved his relationship with his wife. Listeners can reach out to Andrew on LinkedIn or via email to learn more about implementing this system.
Connect with Andrew on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewwindham/
Get My Book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com
Visit Our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Connect with Jacob on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview of Educated Freedom
08:25 Family Office Services and Serving Founders
14:49 Pain Points and Solutions for Cashflow Management
22:24 Transforming Personal Finances with Simple Automated Cashflow
30:06 How to Implement a Simple Automated Cashflow System

Sep 9, 2024 • 20min
28. Having Fun at Work - Fun Stories From My First Job
Get the book: https://www.masteryourfirstjob.com/
Jacob is interviewed by his wife, Addi, and shares his story of working at Chick-fil-A for over a decade and how it inspired him to write a book called 'Master Your First Job'. He discusses the challenges young people face in their first jobs and offers advice on how to navigate them. Jacob emphasizes the importance of building a personal brand and shares strategies for leveraging your first job to advance your career. He also provides insights on how to get your first promotion and shares personal experiences that influenced his approach to career success.
Visit our Website: https://wavesbusinesscoaching.com
Subscribe to the Waves Business Coaching Podcast:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wavesbusinesscoaching
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pbBD2zFZKsq588qJOh9QW
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/waves-business-coaching/id1714852483
Connect with me on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobkarnes/
Chapters
00:00 Chapter 1: The Importance of Having Fun at Your First Job
02:18 Chapter 2: Creating Memorable Events and Activities at Work
07:05 Chapter 3: The Power of Pranks and Inside Jokes in the Workplace


