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Official #IAMCEO Podcast Powered by CBNation.co and Blue 16 Media. This our anchor podcast, check it out for behind the scenes from CEO Chat Podcast (CEOChat.co), roundups and short snippets to help out CEOs, entrepreneurs, startups and business owners.

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  • IAM2481 - Founder Helps Business Owners Get the Right Legal Support through Fractional Legal Team

    29/05/2025 Duración: 16min

    Jeff Holman is the founder of Intellectual Strategies, a groundbreaking legal services firm changing how startups and scaling companies access legal support. With a background in engineering, law, and business, Jeff combines technical know-how with strategic legal insight to support entrepreneurs navigating growth and complexity.   Jeff emphasizes the critical but often overlooked concept of "freedom to operate," helping businesses avoid legal landmines that can stall growth.   Jeff discusses the importance of documentation, proactive legal planning, and having trusted advisors, especially for CEOs who often carry the weight of the business alone.    Jeff advocates that leaders embrace experimentation, lean into their blind spots, and build with confidence, knowing they have the right support.   Website: Intellectual Strategies  LinkedIn: Jeff Holman   Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE.  I AM CEO Handbook

  • IAM2480 - Founder and Best Selling Author Helps Thousands of Students Get Into Their Dream College

    28/05/2025 Duración: 16min

    Neha Gupta is the founder of College Shortcuts, a TEDx speaker, and bestselling author who has helped thousands of students gain college admission by aligning their passions with their academic goals.   Neha shares her deeply personal journey of navigating the college admissions process as the daughter of immigrant parents, which led her to create a mentorship-driven platform that supports students from middle school onward.    She discusses how College Shortcuts empowers students to uncover their “superpowers” through personalized guidance, early exposure to real-world experiences, and intentional packaging of their achievements for college applications.   In addition, Neha’s approach blends purpose, precision, and personal connection, making this a must-listen for parents, educators, and entrepreneurs alike.   Website: College Shortcuts  LinkedIn: Neha Gupta   Previous Episode: iam293-founder-and-best-selling-author-helps-thousands-of-students-get-into-their-dream-college   Check out our CEO Hack Buzz New

  • IAM2479 - Founding Partner Helps Baby Boomers Navigate Medicare and Supplemental Coverage

    27/05/2025 Duración: 16min

    Danielle Roberts is a founding partner of Boomer Benefits, a national top-producing agency specializing in Medicare-related insurance products across 47 states.   She's a member of the Forbes Finance Council, where she writes about Medicare Retirement and Personal Finance, and is also a past president of the Fort Worth chapter of the National Association of Health Underwriters.   Danielle discusses her pivot from journalism to business, sparked by financial necessity and nurtured through hands-on learning in the staffing industry.   She explains how her early hustle—cold-calling and door-knocking—laid the foundation for a business serving clients in 47 states.   Danielle highlights the complexity of Medicare and how Boomer Benefits stands out by offering not just insurance, but exceptional, ongoing client support.   Danielle emphasizes the importance of simplifying complex topics for clients, investing in team culture, and maintaining confidence and persistence as a new entrepreneur.     Website: Boomer Benef

  • IAM2478 - Navigating Life's Challenges with Clients

    26/05/2025 Duración: 07min

    In this reflective episode, Gresham Harkless emphasizes the importance of staying attuned to the human side of business, especially during unpredictable and challenging times.    Gresham shares real-life examples, such as a candidate needing to postpone meetings due to a family emergency, to highlight how “life-lifes” often disrupts even the best-laid plans.   Gresham recommends embracing these moments with empathy and flexibility, reminding listeners that business isn’t just a mechanical process but one deeply rooted in people’s lives, emotions, and evolving circumstances.   Gresham points out that being a beacon—offering consistency, understanding, and support—can be a powerful force amid market uncertainties and personal setbacks. Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) - http://franch

  • IAM2477 - Day 157 Insights: Unlocking Franchise Success

    25/05/2025 Duración: 05min

    On day 157 of his franchise broker journey, Gresham Harkless reflects on the challenges and lessons of staying focused while managing both personal and professional responsibilities.   Gresham discusses the importance of blocking out distractions and leveraging early morning routines to lock in on key goals.    His current focus is on building a lead generation system that supports his ventures like Blue Star, Blue 16, and CB Nation. Although he didn't make significant progress during the first week of his 12-week year, he recognizes the value in the feedback he received and intends to use it to refine his approach moving forward.   Additionally, with his baby starting to sleep better and grow, he now has more time to focus on his business, emphasizing the balance between sacrifice and growth.    Gresham emphasizes the importance of staying focused on his goals and being flexible as new challenges come up, with the 12-week year providing a framework to ensure steady progress. Blue Star Franchise: http://b

  • IAM2476 - Day 156: Starting Anew: Embrace Change

    24/05/2025 Duración: 06min

    Gresham Harkless reflects on the challenges he's facing as a new franchise broker, particularly when candidates encounter unexpected financing obstacles.   Gresham shares that one of the toughest but most important parts of the process is recognizing when a candidate may be heading in the wrong direction and making the pivot early, even if it sets the timeline back by several weeks.    He emphasizes how financing plays a central role in determining what brands are accessible, with more established brands often being easier to fund than emerging ones.   Gresham also mentions the importance of leaning on funding experts earlier in the process to provide clarity and avoid delays.   Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) - http://franchiseceo.co Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our

  • IAM2475 - The Art of Setting Expectations

    23/05/2025 Duración: 07min

    In this special episode, Gresham Harkless reflects on the often underestimated challenge of managing the human side of business relationships, especially in roles involving sales or brokering.   Gresham explains that while processes and logistics matter, it’s the emotional and interpersonal dynamics that are hardest to navigate.    Through his experiences, Gresham realizes that success hinges less on leads or inventory and more on understanding each individual’s personal journey and emotional readiness.   Gresham notes that creating space for honest, consistent conversations helps uncover hidden concerns and builds deeper trust.    Moreover, he emphasizes the long-term value of authentic connections, where empathy and open dialogue drive better outcomes and lasting partnerships.   Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franchise CEO

  • IAM2474 - CEO Helps Sales Agents Boost their Sales and Broaden their Market

    22/05/2025 Duración: 17min

    Kash Fadaie is the founder of Fadaie Insurance, an $11 million revenue agency he built from the ground up.   His early life was marked by political upheaval and multiple cultural transitions, which he credits as foundational to his resilience and personal growth.    Kash believes success stems not from chasing outcomes, but from authenticity, alignment, and high-frequency living rooted in service and presence.    Kash emphasizes building strong daily routines—especially morning rituals—as key to personal and professional effectiveness.   He also champions the integration of one’s spiritual path with their work life, arguing that this unity naturally draws in clients, builds trust, and creates a lasting impact.   Website: Fadaie Insurance  LinkedIn: Khashayar (Kash) Fadaie   Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE.  I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3.

  • IAM2473 - Virtual Assistant Supports Small Business Owners With Online Office Support Services

    21/05/2025 Duración: 13min

    Melissa St. Clair is a seasoned virtual business support expert and the founder of Paper Chaser, a company she launched in 2006 to help small business owners streamline operations, communications, and administrative tasks.   As a military spouse, Melissa built a portable career that allowed her to thrive professionally while relocating frequently with her active-duty husband.   She shares how technology enabled her early adoption of virtual services and highlights the importance of supporting clients through strategic partnerships, helping them focus on what they do best.    Melissa discusses her “three B’s for success”—be present, be persistent, and be positive—as her guiding principles.   Additionally, Melissa underscores the importance of preparing a business “ICE” (In Case of Emergency) standard operating procedure from day one.   Website: Paper Chaser  LinkedIn: Melissa St. Clair   Previous Episode: iam290-virtual-assistant-supports-small-business-owners-with-online-office-support-services   Check out

  • IAM2472 - Motivational Speaker and Best-selling Author Empowers People by Sharing Her Story

    20/05/2025 Duración: 17min

    Amberly Lago is a former professional dancer and athlete and a leading expert in the field of resilience, transformation, and health and wellness.    She's a motivational speaker and the best-selling author of True Grit and Grace. Amberly empowers people around the world by sharing her story of how she turned a tragedy into triumph.    Amberly has recently been featured on NBC's The Today Show and contributed to magazines such as Shape, Fit Pregnancy, and Health and Disability Magazine.    After enduring 34 surgeries to save her leg and navigating life as a once nationally recognized fitness coach turned bedridden patient, she discovered her true calling: helping others build resilience.   Amberly shares her signature PACER framework—Perspective, Acceptance, Community, Endurance, and Rest—which she developed to manage physical and emotional pain, and now uses to guide her coaching clients.    Amberly emphasizes the importance of gratitude, daily habits, and inner strength, reminding listeners that resilience

  • IAM2471 - The Rollercoaster Ride of a Franchise Broker's Journey

    19/05/2025 Duración: 07min

    On day 154 of his franchise broker journey, Gresham Harkless reflects on the emotional and strategic challenges of building momentum without having closed a traditional deal.   While others in his cohort have closed deals—mostly through personal connections—he’s navigating the harder road of building a system that doesn’t rely on warm leads.   Gresham acknowledges the temptation to press clients when deals lag, especially with long lead times, like one prospect who keeps pushing meetings back months at a time—but he consciously focuses on planting seeds and celebrating small wins.   Gresham recognizes lead quality as the biggest challenge and is shifting his strategy toward more targeted outreach, including cold emailing, LinkedIn messaging, and Google Ads aimed at experienced franchise owners.   He also sees potential in reconnecting with candidates who didn’t complete the process with other brokers, viewing partnerships and strategic collaborations as a smart path to create new opportunities. Blue Star

  • IAM2470 - Mastering Decision-Making: From Fear to Action

    18/05/2025 Duración: 07min

    In this special episode, Gresham Harkless shares a transparent and introspective update on his franchise broker journey, now over 150 days in, noting the emotional weight of not yet closing a deal.   He expresses a mix of hope and frustration, acknowledging his strengths in lead generation but recognizing a gap in nurturing leads through the lengthy sales cycle.    Gresham identifies a key mistake in not qualifying candidates financially early enough, realizing that without proper funding, even motivated prospects can’t move forward.   In addition, Gresham is confronting the emotional fatigue of ghosted candidates and unclear financing paths, and he’s beginning to see that focusing on mindset, money, and motivation, especially securing the financial piece, is crucial before advancing candidates too far. Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/a

  • IAM2469 - Overcome the Feeling of Being Behind

    17/05/2025 Duración: 07min

    In this special episode, Gresham Harkless offers a thoughtful and vulnerable update on the emotional and practical challenges he's facing.    He reflects on the frustration of feeling like he should be further ahead, despite putting in consistent effort, and how that mindset can cloud the real progress being made.   Gresham emphasizes the importance of the three core elements in the franchise process—mindset, money, and motivation— in evaluating candidates and maintaining his momentum.   He shares examples of how deals have stalled or fallen through due to candidates lacking one of these elements, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the business. Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franchise CEO (A CBNation Site - coming soon) - http://franchiseceo.co Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hack

  • IAM2468 - Embracing a Fresh Mindset: Day 151

    16/05/2025 Duración: 05min

    On day 151 of the Franchise Broker journey, Gresham Harkless kicks off the second day of a new 12-week year, using it as a chance to step back and re-evaluate his systems, especially around lead generation.    Gresham emphasizes that most of his successful connections reaching the "Zore" stage came organically through Facebook outreach, highlighting the strategic value of personalized direct messaging.   In contrast, leads from Google Ads have been less fruitful, producing a few quality leads but mostly low-quality ones, prompting a need to refine that channel.   He also sees potential in LinkedIn but hasn’t tapped into it effectively yet.    Moving forward, he's focused on building a lead-gen system starting with a newsletter where people can opt into what they’re looking for.   Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franchise CEO

  • IAM2467 - Sales Strategist Helps Business Owners Attract Ideal Buyers and Close Sales Confidently

    15/05/2025 Duración: 16min

    Justine Beauregard is a seasoned sales strategist and People Over Profit podcast host.   Justine’s entrepreneurial spark began at just 6 years old, and her passion evolved into a career focused on helping business owners grow their income in authentic, feel-good ways.    She shares the powerful story of leaving her corporate job after becoming a mom, navigating early struggles in business, and landing a breakthrough $3,000 client through her talent in cold calling.   Justine introduces her Close Sales on Repeat program, which teaches business owners how to attract ideal buyers, close sales confidently, and build systems for sustainable growth.    She encourages entrepreneurs to discover their “zone of genius”—that unique space where passion and talent meet.   Website: Justine Beauregard  LinkedIn: Justine Beauregard   Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE.  I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your

  • IAM2466 - Business Consultant Focuses on Leading Companies in Incorporating Sustainability

    14/05/2025 Duración: 16min

    Kevin Wilhelm, CEO of Sustainable Business Consulting, shares his journey from being a “reluctant entrepreneur” to one of the leading voices in sustainability consulting.   Kevin started his firm after realizing that no one was effectively making the business case for sustainability, and he stepped up to fill that gap.    His firm helps companies integrate sustainable practices by showing how they align with core business goals, like improving efficiency, saving money, and enhancing employee engagement.   Kevin emphasizes the importance of trust and customization in his consulting work, often advising clients to scale back or shift focus if it better serves their long-term success, even at the cost of short-term revenue.    He believes in translating sustainability into practical terms for every department and helping organizations realize they’re often already making progress.    Website: Sustainable Business Consulting  LinkedIn: Kevin Wilhelm   Previous Episode: iam280-business-consultant-focus-on-leading-

  • IAM2465 - Founder Helps Clients Gain Exposure in Mainstream Media

    13/05/2025 Duración: 16min

    Justin Breen is the founder and CEO of BrEpic, a PR firm specializing in crafting compelling, newsworthy stories for clients and pitching them to media nationwide.    Justin explains that his business was born out of frustration with traditional PR methods that he found ineffective during his 20-year journalism career.   Justin highlights the importance of building genuine relationships with media contacts and only pitching stories that are newsworthy and relevant.    He emphasizes that his success comes from doing what he loves—writing and pitching—and from being highly selective with clients.   Justin also shares his insights on balancing entrepreneurship with family life, the importance of long-term networking through groups like ProVisors, and the lessons he learned from books like Traction and The E-Myth.   Website: The Epic F.I.T. Network  LinkedIn: Justin Breen   Previous Episode: iam278-founder-helps-clients-gain-exposure-in-mainstream-media   Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsl

  • IAM2464 - Unleash Your Potential with the 12 Week Year

    12/05/2025 Duración: 06min

    In this special episode, Gresham Harkless reflects on personal and professional growth as he kicks off a fresh 12-week year, marking day 64 of his overall franchise broker journey.   Gresham set three focused goals: adding $5K in recurring revenue (mainly through CEO Hacks), generating 300 new leads for Blue Star Franchise, and completing a year-long Bible reading plan.   Gresham emphasizes the importance of lead measures—daily, controllable actions that drive results over time, particularly for building a sustainable lead generation system for Blue Star.   Amid personal losses from the previous year and the joys of new fatherhood, he’s using this season as a reset—to plant seeds, instill strong habits, and build his business "brick by brick," with both resilience and long-term vision.   Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to see: http://bluestarfranchise.com/assessment Franch

  • IAM2463 - Embracing the 63rd Day with Baby Gresh

    11/05/2025 Duración: 05min

    On Day 63 of the Franchise Broker journey, Gresham Harkless shares a candid update about recent life changes and their impact on his focus and priorities. With the arrival of his new son, he's been adapting to a new routine, which has brought both challenges and clarity.   Gresham highlights how having less time has helped him become more intentional and focused, a concept aligned with the principles of the 12 Week Year, which he’s actively implementing.    Gresham discusses the value of "disruptions," both internal and external, as opportunities for growth and resilience.   He’s refining his 12-week goals, possibly reducing them from three to two, as one health-related goal may not be realistic given his current sleep schedule.   Furthermore, Gresham expresses gratitude for his supportive family and the progress in his business, maintaining excitement and optimism about what’s to come. Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchis

  • IAM2462 - Franchise Broker Journey - Consistency is the Key

    10/05/2025 Duración: 06min

    On Day 59, Gresham Harkless explores how chasing perfection can stop people from getting started.   Gresham explains that high-quality work doesn’t come instantly—it’s built over time through consistent practice and action.   He challenges the habit of merely checking off tasks, urging a focus on impactful activities that align with core KPIs and business goals.   Gresham highlights the importance of leadership in creating clarity, aligning team efforts, and harnessing individual talents to drive collective success.   He also reflects on the unique power of franchising, where success is easier to define and model thanks to proven systems.   Looking ahead, Gresham shares plans for 2025 that include doubling down on Blue Star Franchise, CB Nation, and CEO Hacks, and aims to create more impact through clearer strategy and stronger execution. Blue Star Franchise: http://bluestarfranchise.com Browse the Franchise Inventory: https://bluestarfranchise.com/franchise Is franchising right for you? Check this out to

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