279. Turning Setbacks Into Strategy: How Ben Albert Grew His Business During The Pandemic
Release Date: 07/15/2025
The Positive Polarity Podcast
Monica Hidalgo from Eat Pretty Please joins us this week for a conversation on the powerful connection between nutrition and productivity. Together, she and Dave discuss the mindset behind healthy nutrition choices and why they’re essential to our daily lives and overall success. Monica pushes us to rethink how we fuel our bodies for better results everywhere.
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This week, we’re joined by Scott Abbott of BOS-UP, who shares insights on maximizing time, talent, and teamwork. Scott explains how effective systems and processes drive productivity and introduces his CLEAR framework for stronger leadership. He also calls out common leadership mistakes and challenges leaders to rethink how they show up.
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We’re honored to welcome two special guests this week, Mike Pochowski and Heather Novoselac from the Wisconsin Assisted Living Association. They join Dave to discuss the importance of association involvement. Whether it’s a local association or a chamber of commerce, being part of a like-minded community offers valuable benefits and meaningful networking opportunities. Tune in to hear their insights and learn how getting involved can help you grow both personally and professionally. Their conversation highlights why connection, collaboration, and community are key to long-term success.
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In our 300th episode, we’re taking a moment to look back at the journey—one built at the intersection of business growth and personal growth. Over the years, this show has explored what it really takes to build something meaningful: the mindset shifts, the tough decisions, the wins, the lessons, and the uncomfortable but necessary evolution that fuels success. From deep dives on investing in your team to elevating the customer experience, mastering sales, and leveling up your leadership, every episode has added a piece to the bigger picture. We’ve unpacked strategy, celebrated...
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Sean Malone joins the podcast this week to dive into the world of sales. Having started and grown eight businesses, he shares the key lessons he’s learned along the way. Sean and Dave also explore the most effective ways to connect with prospects and how to stand out from the competition.
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Brad Davis, the Director of Sales and Marketing from Charter Wire, joins us this week to discuss how to build an effective sales process and hire the right people to create a successful sales team. He shares the three key elements he believes are essential for growing your business. Brad and Dave also dive into the topics of sales prospecting and how to drive engagement within large organizations.
info_outlineThis week on the podcast, serial entrepreneur Ben Albert joins Dave for a compelling conversation about building success during a global pandemic. Together, they explore the challenges and rewards of growing a business, forging meaningful connections, and establishing thought leadership in your industry. Ben also shares his insights on the role of core values and how they shape your personal and professional story.