The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 217: With Bill Barnett
The Entrepreneurs' Guild Podcast
Release Date: 04/22/2025
The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 234: “Issues, Ideas & Resolutions” … De-Risking
The Entrepreneurs' Guild Podcast
Plan for calamity! That is the premise of this program. A wise businessperson will continually take a hard look at all potential risks that are inherent in their business, in their planning and decisions, and among their clientele, and identify the steps to be taken to minimize the impacts of significant problems or setbacks. The term “de-risking” was new to until recently, but it’s a powerful concept that we’ve taught clients for years, just using other terminology. A wise and proactive entrepreneur may even be able to leverage risk to create competitive...
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 233: Issues, Ideas & Resolutions - Delegation
The Entrepreneurs' Guild Podcast
No individual has all the skills necessary to succeed at the highest level all by themselves. And as a business grows, time also becomes a factor, resulting in the need to delegate responsibility to others in your organization – whether employees or contractors. But why, when, how and to whom? In this program we tell stories and answer questions about delegation, and discuss best practices in becoming great at delegation, and as a result, great at managing your time and workflow.
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 232: Issues, Ideas & Resolutions - An Introduction
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This program introduces a new series which we will occasionally mix in with our interviews. In the more than 250 podcasts we have done in the past decade, we’ve met some very interesting people who brought us issues to solve, or great ideas to implement, or unique ways to resolve business problems. Sharing those stories and putting them into the context of improving your business today is what this program is all about. Failures & successes … wisdom & stupidity … stumbles & pivots … they all have their lessons!
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 231: With Jeremy Bower
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Jeremy is the Founder & CEO of Givr Packaging, located in Melbourne, FL. He holds a B.S. in Paper Science from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science & Forestry at Syracuse University. He has been working in sustainable packaging since 2003. Jeremy founded Givr Packaging in 2018 out of a desire to give environmentally conscious buyers a full-service packaging company that contributes to protecting this amazing planet by offering his customers a better option for the packaging products they already buy. All of Givr’s boxes are 100% recyclable and are made...
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 230: With Ken Miller
The Entrepreneurs' Guild Podcast
Ken helps individuals and organizations harness the power of resilience. His message goes beyond survival—it's about reclaiming identity and integrity in adversity. Through speaking engagements, seminars, and small group work, he guides leaders and teams in navigating setbacks to unlock their true potential. His passion stems from his own journey—20 years of homelessness and his transformation into a successful business owner and Ivy League graduate. As a Black man who has overcome immense challenges, he shares an authentic, powerful message of hope, success, and resilience.
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 229: With Reed Hanson
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Reed is a seasoned digital marketing executive and the Chief Growth Officer at MarketSurge, a CRM platform built to help businesses grow the smart way. His journey spans from running his own successful company, Million Dollar Studio, to leading growth initiatives at institutions like Northwestern University and tech powerhouses like Punchkick Interactive and Solstice. What sets Reed apart is his rare mix of data-driven strategy and creative execution. He’s helped scale everyone from scrappy startups to Fortune 500 companies, always with one goal … real results! Reed will help you build a...
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 228: With Mike Perlow
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Mike stands at the helm of Perlow Productions as its President & Founder, leading a dedicated team in delivering exceptional corporate video production, animation, and livestream services from their base just outside Philadelphia. Boasting over 21 years of industry experience, Mike's leadership drives the creation of high-quality sales and marketing videos for clients spanning the US, Canada, and beyond. With a background rooted in broadcast journalism and sports reporting, Mike brings a wealth of storytelling expertise to his role. His accolades include nominations for a New England...
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 227: With Ann Gusiff
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Ann uses video to enable business professionals to communicate authentically, effectively, and persuasively. She takes a unique collaborative approach with her clients to develop videos that resonate and get people to take action. Her ProVideo Pages are designed to build trust, nurture relationships, and effectively communicate the unique value that businesses bring to their clients. She earned her MBA from UCLA Anderson and was a Duct Tape Marketing Consultant for 12 years. She now lives in the Seattle area after making her way up the coast from Southern and Northern California.
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 226: With Sean Malone
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Sean has a knack for turning conversations into cash! As the Co-Founder of FlowChat, Sean helps business owners close deals in personal DMs. He has closed over $200 million in revenue personally and helped his clients do more than $20 million last year alone. Sean’s path has been anything but straight - and that’s exactly why it’s valuable. His mission? Equip founders with systems, mindset, and momentum to communicate better, grow faster, and have fun along the way. NOTE! Use to get 30 days of great sales tips, directly from Sean, at no cost. It will improve your sales process!
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The Entrepreneurs' Guild EP 225: With Ronnie Teja
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Ronnie’s journey is a true ‘from-the-ground-up’ entrepreneurial story. He moved from India to Canada at the age of 20 with no connections and no prior experience in eCommerce—yet he built multiple successful online businesses from scratch. His expertise in digital marketing and scaling brands comes from real-world trial and error, navigating failures, and learning how to adapt in an ever-changing market. Ronnie leads a fully remote team while traveling the world and embracing new cultures, proving that you can build a thriving business without being tied to a desk.
info_outlineBill is an entrepreneur, business advisor, investor, and author of “Smarter Minds: Recruit and Leverage Others for Sustainable Success”. His latest consulting venture, Smarter Minds Network, is a culmination of years of experience working with college graduates, career transitioners, veterans starting their own businesses, and parents and high schoolers learning about financial literacy. He emphasizes that learning these skills early is the key to long-term financial well-being, helping individuals build sustainable wealth, make smarter career choices, and avoid common financial pitfalls. Bill offers personalized strategies to help you thrive.