270: Andrew Frazier Unpopular Opinions That Could Save Your Business
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Is your business stuck because of what you think you know? In this episode of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, host Kandas Rodarte sits down with entrepreneurship educator Andrew Frazier to explore the unpopular truths that small business owners need to hear. Andrew shares what thousands of coaching sessions have taught him about: Why not every business should scale The real reason your marketing isn’t working How personal branding beats a business plan What most entrepreneurs get wrong about selling Why financial literacy is a game-changer If you're a solo entrepreneur, microbusiness...
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269: Chris Troka talks Human Touch Automation
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AI and automation are game-changers, but they can feel a little... well, robotic. In this episode, I sit down with strategic marketing expert Chris Troka to talk about how solopreneurs can automate workflows without losing the personal connection that makes small businesses thrive. Chris shares his journey from wedding DJ to automation expert and gives real-world advice on blending tech with heart. What You'll Learn: Why consistent follow-up is critical (and how automation makes it easier) How to keep your client communications feeling personal The best CRM tools for solopreneurs (and...
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268: Kim Beam on Building a Feel-Good Business
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What happens when you build a business that feels good? In episode 268, I sit down with intuitive healer and spiritual joy guide Kim Beam to explore how aligning your business with joy, gratitude, and purpose can lead to unexpected success and healing. Kim shares her journey from personal struggles to powerful breakthroughs, including how she turned pain into purpose and fear into flow. We talk candidly about cancer, entrepreneurship, intuitive practices, and the importance of body awareness. Kim reveals how simple shifts—like choosing aligned clients, saying no to energy-draining tasks, and...
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267: 12X Boxing Champion Cam F. Awesome on Positive Self-Talk
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In episode 267 of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, I interview Cam F. Awesome, a 12-time national boxing champion turned motivational speaker. Cam shares his journey from facing setbacks in the Olympic trials to embracing the mindset of a champion. We chat about the role of positive self-talk in overcoming challenges and building resilience—an essential skill for solopreneurs looking to grow their businesses with gratitude, grit, and determination. Through candid stories, Cam explains how he transformed his perspective on failure, success, and self-worth, offering powerful lessons for anyone...
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266: Alex Sanfilippo on the Business of Podcasting
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In episode 266, I chat with Alex Sanfilippo, founder of PodMatch, about what it really takes to grow a podcast—and a business—through guesting, hosting, and collaboration. We explore tools, monetization, content repurposing, and how community drives success in podcasting. 🎧 Full show notes: Gratitude Geek is part of the Podmatch Network. Learn how Podmatch can help you grow your visibility:
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265: How Joshua Dalzelle Built a Sci-Fi Empire Without a Publisher
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In episode 265 of Gratitude Geek, I chat with bestselling indie sci-fi author Joshua Dalzelle, who garnered enormous success without the backing of a traditional publisher. 🚀 Joshua shares his journey from self-publishing his first novel to selling millions of copies and earning a loyal fanbase. We chat about: ✅ How Joshua leveraged self-publishing to achieve success ✅ The secrets behind building a devoted reader community ✅ Why protecting intellectual property is essential for authors From his hit Omega Force series to expanding into audiobooks and foreign rights, Joshua’s...
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264: Nate Morse Talks Attracting Clients on LinkedIn
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Nate Morse joins Kandas Rodarte on episode 264 of the Gratitude Geek Podcast to share how solopreneurs can turn LinkedIn connections into paying clients. Nate, a LinkedIn strategist and entrepreneur, explains how to move beyond job searching and use LinkedIn as a relationship-building tool. He breaks down the importance of optimizing your profile, building trust, and offering value before making a pitch. ✅ In This Episode: Why LinkedIn is more than just a recruiting platform How to position yourself as a trusted guide for potential clients Tips to avoid “pitch slapping” and nurture...
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263: Heather Edwards on Transforming Lives Through Arts Education
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In episode 263, Kandas Rodarte sits down with Heather Edwards, founder of AhHa!Broadway, an arts education organization based in New York City. As part of Podcasthon 2025, an international week of podcasts promoting non-profits, Heather shares how AhHa!Broadway has adapted to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, expanding its reach through successful online arts programs. They discuss the transformative power of the arts, the importance of mentorship, and the vital role community plays in fostering creativity and emotional well-being. Heather also highlights the challenges faced by...
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262: Noah St John on Unconscious Success
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How to Stop Holding Yourself Back In this episode of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, Noah St. John, the "Father of Afformations®," reveals how to break free from "success anorexia" and rewire your brain for lasting success. Discover how to overcome self-limiting beliefs, the number one mistake entrepreneurs make, and actionable tips to create a mindset of abundance. Tune in to learn: Why you might be holding yourself back without realizing it How Afformations® can shift your mindset for better results The top strategies to unlock your full potential in business and life For more insights,...
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261: Michael V. Morgan on the Power of Networking
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In this episode of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with Michael V. Morgan, author of The Power of Networking, to discuss the essential strategies for building and maintaining meaningful professional connections. Whether you're a solopreneur, entrepreneur, or career professional, networking can open doors to new opportunities and long-term success. Michael shares actionable tips on leveraging relationships, tracking connections, and authentically promoting yourself without feeling salesy. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why starting your network early leads to long-term success ✔️...
info_outlineHibby is the Founder of World LOVE bank, a new health and wellness app designed to build and secure emotional health via positive messages from loved ones. Her mission is to provide people from all walks of life the opportunity to feel valued, accepted and most importantly loved.
Discussion
- Hibby’s Unique Story
- The power of “I Love You”
- Leaving messages of love in a private World Love Bank savings account
- How many times can you reuse a Styrofoam cup?
- Canadians are pretty darn nice
- Speed limits in Michigan are optional
- Life is like traffic, go with the flow.
- Kandas is on a mission to send 1000 birthday cards in 2022
- The skinny on the World Love Bank app
- Video takes up a lot of storage space
- I found Clara
- What if we had videos of our mom’s cooking?
- On being from District Six, Cape Town, South Africa
- The history of apartheid in South Africa
- A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles
- Truth can be subjective
- Being a decent human
- The law of reciprocity
- Being multi-cultural is groovy
- Humans adapt
- Practice receiving love
- Hibby’s Moment of Gratitude
About Hibby Bartlett
Hibby Bartlett is energized, committed, and passionate about leading wellness conversations around life balance, mental wellness, self-care, self-realization, and whole life wellness. Her joy is seeing individuals build healthy communication and wellness methods into their life that reduce stress, reconnect relationships and bring harmonious balance to their lives. She excels providing people from all walks of life, with practical communication advice and strategies that meet today’s struggles with disconnection . Hibby is a professional speaker and Founder of World LOVEbank, a new health and wellness app designed to build and secure emotional health.
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- Hibby on LinkedIn
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