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How to Master the Inner Game of Leadership and Build a Business That Thrives Because of It with Barrett Brooks

Release Date: 12/17/2025

Turning Tough Tech Interviews into Wins with Jonathan Corrales

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Jonathan Corrales is a tech-industry veteran and founder of Ready Aim Interview, leveraging 20 plus years of software and hiring experience to coach professionals to ace interviews and negotiate top roles. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. The number 1 differentiator in tech hiring isn’t talent, it’s consistent, disciplined action. 2. AI hasn’t replaced junior talent; fundamentals, portfolios, and practice still win interviews. 3. Motivation fades, discipline systems like the 3-3-3 method shorten job searches dramatically. Explore coaching and resources at his website - Sponsors - The ultimate...

From $30k in Debt to an 8-Figure Publishing Empire with Yehuda Niv

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Yehuda Niv is the CEO and Co-Founder of Spines, the only comprehensive AI-powered publishing platform simplifying the authorship journey so writers can focus on what they do best - telling great stories. The Spines platform revolutionizes every aspect of the publishing process, from editing, proofreading, and formatting to cover design, distribution, and marketing. Authors simply need to upload their manuscripts, and within less than three weeks, they will be able to see their books published, optimized, and available to readers globally. The company’s total funding stands at 22.5 million...

The Buyer of Your Business is a Full-Time Predator and You're Part-Time Prey - Armor Up with Kirk Michie: An EOFire Classic from 2022

Entrepreneurs on Fire

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Kirk Michie is the founder of Candor Advisors. For more than 30 years, he has worked with entrepreneurs, closely held business owners, and high net worth families to achieve their strategic planning, liquidity, investment, and legacy objectives. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Every successful business and every successful founder has figured out, whether...

Get What You Want with Julie Solomon: An EOFire Classic from 2022

Entrepreneurs on Fire

From the archive - This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Julie Solomon is a Speaker, Business Coach, Host of the top rated podcast, The Influencer Podcast, and Author of the upcoming book, Get What You Want - How to Go From Unseen to Unstoppable. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Be clear in knowing your challenges, and identify how you can start working with those instead of having them work against you. 2. Most women...

UNSUBSCRIBE™: Why Letting Go is the Secret to Getting Ahead with Ginny Priem

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Ginny Priem, keynote and TEDx speaker, number 1 bestselling author, and creator of UNSUBSCRIBE™, helps high-achievers reclaim time, energy, and boundaries by letting go of what no longer serves them--professionally and personally. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success is a subtraction game. Letting go often accelerates growth more than doing more. 2. Hustle culture keeps you busy but stuck; true ROI comes from space, clarity, and intention. 3. Alignment shows up in your body before your calendar, when you ignore it, burnout follows. Check out Ginny’s website for her podcast, blog, shop, and social...

Owning the Golden Arches: Journey from Entrepreneur to Empire Builder with Kerri Harper-Howie

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Kerri Harper-Howie is a dynamic entrepreneur, attorney, author, and public speaker. She co-owns 21 McDonald’s franchises in Los Angeles with her sister, Nicole Harper Rawlins. Together, they employ over 1,100 people and have built a thriving business empire rooted in family values and community impact. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Be intentional in growth. Scaling with purpose means delegating, training, and letting go so your organization and people can thrive. 2. Lead with integrity. Always do the right thing even when no one’s watching. That principle sustains true leadership and legacy. 3....

Mastering Metabolism for Peak Performance in Business with Angelo Poli

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Angelo Poli is a globally recognized transformation expert and founder of MetPro, the metabolic profiling system helping high performers achieve body transformations through personalized coaching, data-driven strategy, and proven results. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Motivation is a trap. The real driver of success is engineering your environment so you don’t rely on willpower. 2. Your metabolism is far more controllable than you think; when you understand it, you can intentionally raise, lower, and direct it. 3. High performers win by testing, tracking, and making data-driven adjustments instead of...

The Franchise Path to Freedom with Gregory Mohr

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Gregory Mohr is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Forbes Business Council member, and founder of Franchise Maven, helping high-achievers build wealth through strategic franchise investing. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Franchising isn’t about buying yourself a job; it’s about buying proven systems and processes that run without you. 2. Talking to at least 10 franchisees before investing dramatically reduces risk and reveals the truth behind the numbers. 3. Service franchises with recurring revenue and essential demand offer faster ROI and stronger exit opportunities. Check out Greg’s...

How Gambling Robs and Affects Your Productivity with Hugo Vrsalovic

Entrepreneurs on Fire

Hugo Vrsalovic is a creator, podcaster, speaker, and Entrepreneur of Life Is Wonderful. Love where they help gamblers and alcoholics find recovery and become their Best Self. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You can’t outthink an emotional issue. True healing requires emotional work, not just mental analysis. 2. Gambling lies to you. It tricks your brain into believing you’re winning, while you’re losing time, money, and peace. 3. Recovery starts with small wins. Building habits that release natural dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin are the foundation of lasting change. Check out Hugo’s website...

BYOB: Build Your Own Business, Be Your Own Boss with Brian Scudamore: An EOFire Classic from 2022

Entrepreneurs on Fire

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Entrepreneur and author Brian Scudamore pioneered the industry of professional junk removal with 1-800-GOT-JUNK, turning a chore into an exceptional customer service experience. Then scaled that success into two more brands, WOW 1 DAY PAINTING and Shack Shine. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Tell yourself the fears and worries you have and write them down. Then,...

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Barrett Brooks is an executive coach and former COO helping seven-figure creators grow their businesses and lead with integrity - blending strategy, psychology, and leadership to fuel sustainable success. In this episode, Barrett unpacks for the Fire Nation how mastering the inner game of leadership drives clarity, performance, and growth.

Top 3 Value Bombs

1. Most entrepreneurs don’t lack knowledge; they resist the emotional cost of action. Success depends on mastering your inner world, not collecting more tactics.

2. Burnout isn’t about overwork; it’s about underusing your agency. Taking back control of your choices restores energy and clarity.

3. Notice, pause, and choose differently. Awareness of your internal reactions is the foundation for sustainable leadership and growth.

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