Ali Parandeh on Startup Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, and Effective Storytelling
S2 E116 • Jun 12, 2025 • 30 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher introduces Ali Parandeh, who shares his journey to becoming a startup coach. They discuss the importance of speaking the investor's language and highlight client transformations. The conversation delves into emotional intelligence, storytelling, and necessary mindset shifts in business. Ali emphasizes the balance between brand building, product development, and marketing. They address imposter syndrome and explore the future of communication. Ali offers entrepreneurial advice focusing on passion, mentors, and coaching. The episode wraps up with tips on marketing and storytelling for startups, along with a recap and call to action for listeners.
Sarita Parmar on Burnout, Authenticity, and Thriving as an Entrepreneurial Parent
S2 E115 • Jun 9, 2025 • 38 minsJoin Katherine Martín-Fisher as she chats with Sarita Parmar about her inspiring journey. They delve into battling burnout, promoting women in business, and the importance of authenticity. Sarita shares her experiences overcoming health challenges while running a business and how she guides clients through adversity. They discuss cultural influences on her entrepreneurial spirit and strategies for managing personal energy. The episode also offers insights into mastering life and business transitions and parenting from an entrepreneur's perspective. Tune in to connect with Sarita Parmar and gain valuable insights.
Steve and Cory Nunes on Family Values, Dairy Farming, and Building a Life of Purpose
S2 E114 • Jun 5, 2025 • 48 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher welcomes Steve and Cory Nunes, who shares his journey from overcoming early challenges to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Steve discusses losing a parent, community support, and lessons from working on a dairy farm that shaped his life. He talks about the trials of starting his own farm, setting priorities, and building trust. Joined by Cory Nunes, they explore family values, history, and the importance of second opinions. The episode wraps up with reflections on family pride, work experiences, and retirement thoughts.
Matt Dillingham on Credit Education, Repair, and Empowering Clients for Financial Success
S2 E113 • Jun 2, 2025 • 29 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher introduces Matt Dillingham, who provides an overview of A One Solutions Group and its focus on credit education. Matt shares his journey, emphasizing the significance of personal credit and how it can be improved. The conversation delves into understanding credit scores and their impact on securing business loans, while dispelling common misconceptions. Matt outlines the steps in starting and continuing the credit repair process with his service, highlighting the benefits for clients. The episode concludes with a discussion on empowering clients, details on how to contact Matt, and a teaser for the next episode.
Serge Krjatian on Storytelling in Videography, Overcoming Camera Shyness, and Relatable Marketing Strategies
S2 E112 • May 29, 2025 • 50 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher introduces Serge, who shares his journey from a career in car sales to becoming a videographer, emphasizing the power of storytelling in business. Serge discusses finding ideal clients and overcoming camera shyness, offering practical advice for those new to being on camera. They delve into the importance of consistent messaging in video content and explore the Hook, Story, Offer framework. Serge highlights the value of relatability in marketing and provides tips for starting video content creation. He also shares insights on self-assessment in videography and his future plans. The episode concludes with information on connecting with Serge and Katherine’s final remarks, encouraging audience engagement.
Sabrina Guler on Resilience, Intuition, and Balancing Success in Business and Life
S2 E111 • May 26, 2025 • 52 minsJoin Katherine Martín-Fisher as she chats with Sabrina Guler about her inspiring entrepreneurial journey. Sabrina recounts overcoming the 2008 economic crash, transforming trauma into triumph, and her rise from earning $8 an hour to six-figure success. Discover her experiences at Apple, the importance of intuition, and strategies for self-led growth and balancing life. Sabrina shares insights on outsourcing, documenting operations, and tackling procrastination. Tune in for career transitions, client success stories, and Sabrina's future vision. Connect with Sabrina online and catch Katherine's closing thoughts.
Ryan Christensen on Hypnosis, Military Transition, and Unlocking Personal Potential
S2 E110 • May 22, 2025 • 31 minsJoin Katherine Martín-Fisher as she chats with Ryan Christensen about his journey from military service to hypnosis practitioner. Ryan dispels hypnosis myths, shares a client success story, and explains session dynamics. He discusses business challenges, client backgrounds, and transformative outcomes. Ryan also touches on living with autism and his military experiences. The episode wraps up with insights on ideal clients, benefits of virtual sessions, and how to connect with Ryan, along with key takeaways and listener engagement.
Don Lazzari on Building Customer-Centric Teams and Effective Sales Strategies
S2 E109 • May 19, 2025 • 23 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher introduces Don Lazzari, who shares insights into his company's mission and team structure. Don discusses the challenges he has faced in business and the valuable insights gained from clients. He delves into techniques for recruiting effective salespeople and emphasizes the importance of training sales teams and marketing. The conversation highlights the significance of building a customer-centric organization, offering final advice on avoiding micromanagement. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and provides Don's contact information for further engagement.
Leslie Brown on HR Insights, Employee Well-Being, and Navigating Career Transitions
S2 E108 • May 15, 2025 • 50 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher is joined by Leslie Brown, who shares her unique journey from psychology to HR, highlighting what fuels her motivation. They delve into crucial topics such as employee rights, well-being, and the role of leadership in shaping company culture. Leslie discusses the impact of HR on managing micromanagement and handling workplace discrimination, emphasizing the significance of understanding employment contracts. They explore professional communication regarding company policy concerns and navigating a rapidly changing job market. Leslie offers advice on self-promotion and shares her personal aspirations. The episode concludes with guidance on career transitions and how to reach Leslie for career coaching.
Rochel Marie Lawson on Ayurveda, Resilience, and Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
S2 E107 • May 12, 2025 • 49 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher welcomes Rochel Marie Lawson to discuss her journey from nursing to entrepreneurship and her embrace of Ayurveda. Rochel shares insights into her successful venture, Blissful Living, and the holistic treatments it offers. She talks about her inspiration for a healthcare career, the benefits of Ayurveda, and her transition from telecommunications to healthcare. The episode also covers her authorship, the Brave, Bold, Unstoppable Women's Summit, and support for women veterans. Rochelle emphasizes health and well-being, discusses her podcast journey, and offers ways to connect with her work, concluding with goal setting and intentions.
Nick Yerhart on Podcasting for Growth, Overcoming Challenges, and Business Success Strategies
S2 E106 • May 8, 2025 • 43 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher welcomes Nick Yerhart to discuss his journey and the impact of his upbringing on personal growth. They delve into the Infinite Abilities Podcast and its significance for business owners. Nick shares insights on overcoming limiting beliefs, morning routines for productivity, and stress management strategies. They explore how podcasts can enhance branding and client engagement, along with tools and offers for business expansion. Nick emphasizes the effective use of CRM systems, strategies for thriving in competitive markets, and the importance of follow-up processes. The episode also gives a glimpse into podcast preparation. Connect with Nick for further insights, and hear his final advice before closing.
Rita Garcia on Self-Compassion, Merging Passions, and Creating Extraordinary Abundance
S2 E105 • May 5, 2025 • 33 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher welcomes Rita Garcia, who shares her journey of overcoming adversity through self-compassion. They discuss key learnings and emphasize the importance of self-care, particularly for women. Rita talks about her clients' successes and the challenges she faced in her career evolution. The conversation explores merging her passions for coaching, comedy, and spirituality. Rita introduces her book, "Extraordinary Abundance," and discusses her path to self-compassion. They touch on her love experiments and coaching approach. The episode concludes with Rita offering final advice to listeners, followed by appreciation and a call to action for audience engagement.
Cory Nunes on Pivoting Careers, Financial Planning, and Building Trust in Business
S2 E104 • May 1, 2025 • 48 minsIn this episode, Katherine Martín-Fisher talks with Cory Nunes about his unique journey from dairy farming to construction, and eventually into the world of finance. Cory shares his upbringing, daily life, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career path. They discuss the challenges he faced in the construction industry, his transition to finance, and the mindset shifts required along the way. Corey delves into the nuances of good versus bad debt and the importance of building trust with financial advisors. He shares client success stories and offers valuable financial planning advice for all generations. The episode concludes with a call for listener feedback, gratitude for sponsors, and a teaser for upcoming topics.
Carolyn Wilman on Sweepstakes Success, Marketing Strategies, and a Winning Mindset
S2 E103 • Apr 28, 2025 • 39 minsKatherine Martin-Fisher introduces Carolyn Wilman, known as the Contest Queen, who shares her journey in sweepstakes and marketing. Carolyn discusses the mindset required for marketing and winning sweepstakes, highlighting key strategies and the significance of republishing Helene Hadsell's works. She delves into her methods and the impact of motivational techniques, providing comprehensive advice for developing a winning mindset. Carolyn also talks about her book projects and the Silva Method, identifying her ideal clients. The episode concludes with information on how to find Carolyn and her latest offerings, along with closing remarks and a call for audience engagement.
Gwendolyn Young on Virtual Business Success, Productivity Tools, and Balancing Work with Life
E102 • Apr 24, 2025 • 32 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher chats with Gwendolyn Young about her entrepreneurial journey, influenced by her lupus diagnosis. They discuss the shift to virtual workspaces and its benefits, along with Gwendolyn's favorite productivity tools and password management strategies. They explore delegation challenges, balancing work and life, and client success stories, especially in healthcare. Gwendolyn also shares her experience in system setup, her ideal client profile, and future plans. Tune in to hear about overcoming business challenges and self-doubt. Connect with Gwendolyn and get a sneak peek at upcoming topics.
Rachael Espaillat on Business Storytelling, Overcoming Challenges, and Content Improvement Tips
S2 E101 • Apr 21, 2025 • 19 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher welcomes Rachael Espaillat to discuss her journey into business storytelling. Rachel shares her transition into this field and emphasizes the significance of storytelling in business. They explore the struggles she faced, including challenges with social media, and how she overcame them. Rachel discusses pivotal lessons learned during her time at ABC and how she overcame limiting beliefs. She offers valuable tips for improving content creation and shares how listeners can connect with her. The episode wraps up with Rachel's final advice and closing remarks, encouraging listeners to engage with the content.
Kurt Fisher on Steel Industry Growth, Skilled Labor, and Leadership Insights
E100 • Apr 17, 2025 • 50 minsJoin Katherine Martín-Fisher and Kurt Fisher as they explore Kurt's career path and the founding of Steel Fab Enterprises. They discuss his work ethic, industry safety standards, and the transition to Steel Fab. Kurt shares insights on business growth, the skilled labor shortage, and the future of American trades. Discover the company's unique industry relationships and commitment to community and employee welfare. Kurt offers leadership advice and reflects on mentorship's impact. Celebrate the podcast's 100th episode with listener engagement, a sponsor mention, and a teaser for what's next.
Peter Bray on Storytelling, AI, and Transforming Businesses Through Digital Presence
S2 E99 • Apr 14, 2025 • 26 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher welcomes Peter Bray to explore his career evolution and the transformative power of storytelling in business. They discuss the essence of business storytelling, focusing on client transformations and overcoming challenges. Peter shares client success stories and insights on engaging with his services. The conversation delves into leveraging AI for effective storytelling and identifying target audiences, highlighting Peter's ideal clients. They also discuss enhancing digital presence through website development. The episode wraps up with key takeaways, final tips, and encourages listener engagement with Peter's insights.
Maggie Perotin on Leadership Growth, Overcoming Burnout, and Balancing Business with Family
S2 E98 • Apr 10, 2025 • 34 minsJoin Katherine Martín-Fisher as she chats with Maggie Perotin about her journey from burnout to entrepreneurial success. Maggie shares her early challenges in starting a business, balancing family, and evolving from a doer to a leader. They discuss mentorship, coachability, and overcoming self-doubt. Maggie offers leadership insights, advice to her younger self, and key success habits. The episode covers identifying ideal clients, online vs. in-person coaching, and growth strategies. Maggie highlights a client success story, the importance of delegation, and announces the Legacy Makers show. Tune in for closing remarks and a call to action.
Bill Blankschaen on Storytelling's Role in Leadership, Culture, and Living Authentically
S2 E97 • Apr 7, 2025 • 30 minsKatherine Martín-Fisher engages in a conversation with Bill Blankschaen, delving into his early life and passion for storytelling. Bill shares key lessons from stepping into the unknown and discusses how identifying and serving the ideal client has shaped his journey. The dialogue highlights the impact of mentors and coaches on Bill's success and explores the power of cohesive storytelling in business. Bill reflects on storytelling's influence on culture and client breakthroughs, as well as its integration into corporate leadership. He offers personal and professional insights into his legacy and concludes with thoughts on living authentically. The episode wraps up with ways to connect with Story Builders and Katherine's closing remarks.