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Garret Orr is a Serial Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster and Business Advisor. As the Founder of Generation Optics and AddeyPro, and over 20 years in corporate partnering with organizations such as FranklinCovey, major Universities and helping entrepreneurial ventures like TurnKey Podcast and QCL Incubator. Through these companies he has generated $400M+ in sales for his clients. Garret is the new host of the Biz Wiz podcast and shares the raw lessons of his entrepreneurial journey along with other seasoned entrepreneurs, business consultants and coaches. Garret’s professional focus is to help entrepreneurs build their companies that enable freedom of time and financial profitability. He does that by being an active entrepreneur in the trenches and through training others on entrepreneurship, leadership, sales & marketing. I’ve seen Garret in action and me and the producers of Turnkey Podcast Productions hand picked Garret to fill the host role.  He and his wife Laurel of 30 years have five children. And Ga

Mark M. Hanna grew up in Inglewood, California adjacent to Hollywood Park horse track. This is where his love of horses began and he pursued his passion to become an Arabian horse breeder and imported horses from Europe. His compassion and spiritual bond with horses led him to become “The Horse Listener.” Hanna shares his life story in The Horse Listener, an international best-selling book and the first book of an anticipated trilogy.   Questions You'll Hear Today: Do you believe animals have spirits and communicate with humans? How do lessons taught in the book apply to human relationships? What are fundamental and proper ways to communicate with animals?  Tell the audience more about organically embraced themes of spirituality, destiny, hope, and redemption. Why did you write The Horse Listener? You mentioned your goal is to bring horses and man back together again. How do you do that?   Connect with Mark Hanna: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHorseListener/  Website: https://markmhanna.com/ Book:

Bruce Glenn is a real estate appraiser, who has successfully been flipping houses part-time for over 30 years. During this time he has flipped over 150 homes. His company name is Flippin Bruce and he teaches classes on flipping houses and launched "Flippin Bruce," a membership website that brings his knowledge to the national market.  Glenn is also the author of First Flip: 30 Years of Secrets So Your First Flip Isn't a Flop.     Questions You'll Hear Today: How to find your first flip, and things to consider when looking at properties Flipping houses is a numbers game - use a simple formula that will let you know if a property is a real deal Finding money for your flips What renovations give you the most bang for your buck and what improvements are not worth it Should you stage and/or do open houses? You got your first offer. Now what?   Connect with Bruce Glenn: Website: www.flippinbruce.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlippinBruce2  Email: bruce@flippinbruce.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/

Dr. Bill Blokker is passionate about developing high achievers. Blokker created a leadership and change process. He then trained his 60 consultants in this process.  These consultants then implemented this process in the troubled schools and within three years, the schools were transformed into high achieving schools based on the results of state-wide testing results.  His book, Achieve Beyond Expectations is a no-nonsense, get real, wake-up call for those who want real change in their lives. You will learn there’s no quick fix for success. The achievers in this book overcame oppressive conditions by transforming their emotional, intellectual and physical performance.    Questions You'll Hear Today: What matters in life is not what happens, but YOUR REACTION to what happens. How you learn to control situations or your reaction to situations. How the 5 intangibles impact human performance How you eliminate self-imposed barriers to your success How expectations determine your reality Habits are hidden mind ch

Today we are sitting down with Adrian Koehler, an entrepreneur, executive coach, and co-host of the podcast “Raising the Bar with Alli and Adrian.” Koehler is a leadership engagement expert and founder of the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground. He coaches executives and entrepreneurs in the art and science of leadership to help them create new, unprecedented results and experience fulfillment through their work.     Questions You'll Hear Today:   Can you give our community a little overview of your background and how you came to get involved in leadership coaching? How do you communicate the hard truths to a scared team?  And please tell us why this is so important! Why crisis is sometimes the best way for a business leader to see the cracks in their company, and how to move forward? Telltale signs? How to turn conflict into profit?  How to lead during this new normal? Can you please tell the community a little bit about your podcast?   Connect with Adrian Koehler:   Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/po

Welcome back Biz Wiz community, Today we are sitting down with Roger Burnett.  As co-founder of PromoCares and PromoKitchen, host of the popular So, You’re in Sales? podcast, executive producer of the PromoCares Radio podcast and co-author of the book Red Goldfish; Promo Edition, Roger offers a unique perspective on the many values of organizational alignment and the ways purpose capably serves as the 5th P of Marketing. He makes his living as founder of Social Good Promotions, a purpose-based marketing agency.     Questions You'll Hear Today:   How did you get into promotions?  I know you used to be a copier sales guy? Tell our community a little about your book, and why you decided to write it? What is the most effective piece of promo material? What do you think should be the #1 consideration for business owners who want to invest resources to succeed in this economy? How has COVID shifted how consumers and business view alignment? What conditions are driving that choice? Has COVID had an effect here?  Ho

Heather Pearce Campbell is a warrior mama, nature lover, and dedicated attorney and legal coach for world-changing entrepreneurs. Based in Seattle, she is mom to two little, wild munchkins, and founder of Pearce Law PLLC, home to her legal practice, and The Legal Website Warrior®, an online business that provides legal education and support to information entrepreneurs (coaches, consultants, online educators, speakers & authors) around the U.S. and the world.   She hoards information, paper, and books while secretly dreaming of becoming a minimalist, and relishes an occasional rare night with her hubby when the kiddos are miraculously asleep and she can soak up HGTV without guilt.     Questions You'll Hear Today: I would imagine being a minimalist with two kids would be quite the task? Can you give us some background on yourself and speak a little to how your life journey. I understand you didn’t initially go to college to study law?  What led you to start Pearce Law? What is the downside of not putting

James has 15+ years of “in the trenches” marketing experience. He is happy to have worked together with businesses from dozens of industries and hundreds of people over that time. James meets you where you are (with no judgment), and specializes in coming up with a concrete plan to move your business forward. Most importantly, James teaches you to believe in your business & yourself.   James teaches his clients, not just the step-by-step “how-to”, but how to think about marketing strategically,   putting the power back into your own hands.       Questions You'll Hear Today:     What does “in the trenches marketing” mean? Small business doesn’t know how to spend extra money - Why is social media advertising right for me? I’ve tried it, why hasn’t it worked? COVID putting on more of an emphasis for social media What is a lookalike audience? Why should I social?  Three reasons? How can people reach you?       Connect with James Lam: Facebook: LAM - Look Ahead Marketing Facebook Group: LAM - Loo

A Business Networking Coach who helps entrepreneurs create profitable partnerships through authentic connection. Shereese went from being a PhD candidate at an Ivy League school to being homeless in New York City at the height of the 2008 recession. That experience taught her that, while achievements and degrees are something to be proud of, human connection is the most valuable asset a person could have. Now she teaches entrepreneurs the power of making a micro-impact, one person at a time, in order to grow their network and their business.     Questions You'll Hear Today: What are the major mistakes entrepreneurs make when networking? How do you get your product incorporated in networking? What is micro-impact? How to connect with an influencer without looking like a fanboy/fangirl?   Connect with Shereese Alexander: Facebook: Shereese Alexander Consulting Website: jvjoy.com Email: Care@ShereeseAlexander.com Book: Conference Networking Blueprint for Entrepreneurs YouTube: The Be You Crew LinkedIn: Sher

Mark has been helping businesses succeed through leadership development and strategic planning. He has assisted organizations by identifying and establishing strong and successful culture built upon the right foundation of values and principles. It is through proper strategic planning and execution that creates long-term sustainable results. Mark coaches’ leadership development through one on one mentorship and conducts leadership and strategic planning workshops through live and online workshops. Mark is a 3-Time International Best Selling Author.     Questions You'll Hear Today: Why is it important that business organization build a strong foundation starting with their values and principles? What is the best thing organizations can do, when developing their leadership team and staff that will help them through difficult times and a crisis. When in a crisis, what are some important factors that leaders need to demonstrate when leading their team? When managing through a crisis, what should the leader and l

Susan is President/CEO of Steinbrecher and Associates, a leadership development firm formed in 1992. SAA provides custom design leadership development, executive coaching services and facilitates off-site meetings. Susan is the author of three books and her most recent one is Meaningful Alignment- How to master emotionally intelligent interactions both at work and in life.   Questions You'll Hear Today: What is meaningful Alignment and why is it important? You talk about the inside game and the outside game. What is the inside game? What is the outside game? How does one build emotional resilience and composure? What do you do if the person that you are communicating with, shows a lack of emotional composure?   Connect with Susan Steinbrecher: Twitter: @SteinbrecherInc Facebook: Steinbrecher & Associates, Inc. Leadership Training & Executive Coaching Website: MeaningfulAlignment.com & Steinbrecher.com Email: Susan@Steinbrecher.com Book: Meaningful Alignment: Mastering Emotionally Intelligent Int

Michael is an entrepreneur, 3x CEO, leadership coach and former drug addict. His new book, Great Leaders Live Like Drug Addicts, which is out on May 26th, talks about the 3 principles he learned in recovery that helped propel his career.     Questions You'll Hear Today:   Why it is valuable to be an authentic and vulnerable leader How to have difficult conversations with your colleagues  Why you should start saying no at work more often  How to stop holding back your unique perspective How to gain back 500 hours every year   Connect with Michael Brody-Waite:   Twitter: @mikebrodywaite Facebook: Michael Brody-Waite Website: MichaelBrodyWaite.com & GreatLeaderBook.com Email: Michael@MichaelBrodyWaite.com Book: Great Leaders Live Like Drug Addicts: How to Lead Like Your Life Depends on It Instagram: @michaelbrodywaite TEDx Talk: Great Leaders Do What Drug Addicts Do     Check Out Michael’s Book Great Leaders Live Like Drug Addicts   BizWiz Links  Amazon #1 Best selling book Nice Guys Finish First. Doug's

Sharon Rowe is the Founder, of the green lifestyle brand, ECOBAGS and author of The Magic of Tiny Business (you don't have to go big to make a great living). Seth Godin has praised her book... "This is a powerful book - tiny is mighty. Sharon Rowe's simple shift in thinking is a profound idea, precisely what we need to hear."     Questions You'll Hear Today:   What is a Tiny business? Can you be a Tiny business and make money?  Why did you introduce your brand and when?  Why is being socially responsible in business so important?  What do you think the function of business is?   Connect with Sharon Rowe:   Twitter: @ecobags Facebook: Sharon Rowe & ECOBAGS.com Website: SharonRowe.com & ECOBAGS.com Book: The Magic of Tiny Business: You Don’t Have to Go Big to Make a Great Living LinkedIn: Sharon Rowe Instagram: @sharonrowe_ & ecobags_us     BizWiz Links  Amazon #1 Best selling book Nice Guys Finish First. Doug's Business Building Bootcamp (10 Module Course)   Partner Links: Amazon.com: Click be

Marissa Nash is a Leadership and Wellness Coach as well as a Meditation Teacher and Founder of The Well Co., a wellness coaching firm designed for leaders and corporations. As a Coach and Teacher, her mission is to equip and empower leaders to overcome negative beliefs, self-doubt, stress, and overwhelm through wellness practices so they can live more aligned and fulfilled lives both personally and professionally.     Questions You'll Hear Today:   What are holistic ways to deal with work stress? How does gratitude impact overall happiness? What are limiting beliefs and how can I overcome them? What is self-leadership and how can I practice it in my life? What are the types of self-care and how can I implement them into my lifestyle? What tips do you have for staying nourished and inspired while working?   Connect with Marissa Nash: Facebook: The Well Co. Website: TheWellCo.org Instagram: @marissarosenash Email: Marissa@TheWellCo.org Show: Stay Well Podcast   Want to work with Marissa? Find out more about h

Alina Vincent is a speaker, author, and creator of the Challenge Launch Formula, which helped her grow her own business from zero to over a million dollars.    Alina works closely with entrepreneurs looking to package and monetize their expertise, and create a leveraged and scalable business. Experts hire her for strategic advice and a simple step-by-step approach to creating successful online programs, engaged Facebook communities, and profitable 5-day online challenges.      Questions You'll Hear Today:   What are online challenges and how can they be used to grow your business? How did you get started with online challenges? Why online challenges are such a hot trend? Why do they work so well? What are some of the biggest mistakes people make when they host their first online challenge? How can someone start from scratch (no list, no SM followers, no budget for FB ads) and run a successful challenge? What kind of results can people get with their free 5-day challenge?   Connect with Alina Vincent:   Twit

Michael Diettrich-Chastain is the CEO of Arc Integrated, an Organizational Consulting and Professional Coaching practice.    Michael is a best selling author, leadership coach, facilitator and speaker.  Michael and his team focus on improving employee engagement, managing change, communication, emotional intelligence and leadership effectiveness in order to improve an organization’s health, culture and profit.  His writing has been featured on Time, Money, Entrepreneur and The Washington Post. His new book, CHANGES – The Busy Professional’s Guide to Reducing Stress, Accomplishing Goals and Mastering Adaptability released in 2019.          Questions You'll Hear Today:   How do we appropriately pivot our businesses?  What are the opportunities in the midst of these changes? How do I effectively manage the stress involved with all the uncertainty?      Connect with Michael Diettrich-Chastain: Twitter: @ArcIntegratedHQ Facebook: Arc Integrated Website: ArcIntegrated.com Email: Michael@ArcIntegrated.com Book: Th

Dr. Christopher Croner is a Principal with SalesDrive, LLC, a company that specializes in helping companies perfect the salesperson hiring process. Dr. Croner developed the proprietary DriveTest® sales assessment and the Drive Interview®, both used for hiring “Hunter” salespeople. Using this method, he has helped more than 1,000 companies worldwide to hire and develop top-performing salespeople.     Questions You'll Hear Today: What are the most important characteristics for “Hunter” salespeople? Are successful salespeople motivated by money/ Do former athletes make good salespeople? What is the most effective way to identify high potential sales candidates prior to the interview? Is it better to hire salespeople with a track record of success at larger companies? What are the best interview questions to ask sales candidates? As companies adopt more virtual working models, does this impact the traits essential for high-performing salespeople?    Connect with Christopher Croner: Twitter: @SalesDriveLLC Faceb

Kurian Mathew Therakan the Founder & Managing Director of Strategy Peak Sales & Marketing Advisors,  a strategic marketing consultancy. A seasoned veteran with over 27 years of marketing experience, he is also a guest lecturer and keynote speaker, as well as the author of The 7 Essential Stories Charismatic Leaders Tell, a best-seller in nine categories in eight countries.      Questions You'll Hear Today: The Coronavirus is having an emotional and financial impact in our society, how should business leaders address these issues to their employees?  What is the number one reason companies and organizations fail? What is something companies should be doing during COVID-19 to ensure the success of their business? Why is it a misconception that people follow leaders...first? What is the most powerful story category you can tell to persuade anyone? What are the seven primary pillars of culture and how do they work together to drive people forward?    Connect with Kurian Tharakan: Twitter: @KurianTharaka

Debi Ronca is President of Sequoia Coaching, a certified life coach, speaker and DISC Profile trainer with the John Maxwell team. She is also the author of The Family Letter: How to Intentionally Develop a Culture of Honor, Encouragement & Value With Your Loved Ones, a best-seller in nine relationship and parenting categories. Ronca wants to start a global movement so other families      Questions You'll Hear Today: What is The Family Letter and what is the impact of it?  How do you start a family letter, and when is a good time to start? How can letters be a catalyst for accomplishing forgiveness? Besides the family, who else would benefit from receiving a letter (teachers, mentors, parents, grandparents, extended family)? What are legacy letters and how do they impact family members? The last letter - how can it bring comfort to those left behind? Why did you write The Family Letter? How have your readers, to date, been impacted? What is the ripple effect?      Connect with Debi Ronca: Twitter: @Autho

Monica M Bijoux is a bestselling author, podcast host, business strategist and chief executive officer of DECIDE TO MOVE, LLC.  She helps entrepreneurs get back in the game when they are ready to make the pivotal shift to more meaningful financial wealth and freedom.      Questions You'll Hear Today:   How did you come up with DECIDE TO MOVE? What is a Pivotal Shift and why are you passionate about it? What experiences have you had in your life that makes you qualified on shift changes? Why is change so difficult for some? What is the benefit of making a pivotal shift?   Connect with Monica M. Bijoux:   Twitter: @DecideToMove Facebook: Decide To Move - Coaching and Consulting Services & Monica M Bijoux Facebook Group: Confident Professional Women Circle Website: DecideToMove.com Email: mbijoux@decidetomove.com Instagram: @decide.to.move Show: Decide To Move Podcast YouTube: DECIDE TO MOVE Podcast LinkedIn: Monica M Bijoux   Work with Monica and find out more about the Pivotal Shift Program!     BizWi