Welcome to the Knack 4 Business podcast, where we explore business ideas and share those ideas globally. Knack 4 Business is about sharing Knowledge, Networking, Architecture, Connecting and being Kreativ. That is what KNACK stands for. The common threads of any business are people, money, continuous change and information. In a diverse world, we are unique and face the same wins and challenges. In this podcast, we invite you to learn about what is out there and how connecting with people and ideas helps us all succeed. We cover business topics that range from the mind, the body, finances, legal, accounting, real estate, manufacturing, networking, IT, marketing, and social media, and add anything to the list that supports your work. Even your competitors have something to offer you.
All content for Knack 4 Business is the property of Bernie Franzgrote, Wayne Pratt and is served directly from their servers
with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
Welcome to the Knack 4 Business podcast, where we explore business ideas and share those ideas globally. Knack 4 Business is about sharing Knowledge, Networking, Architecture, Connecting and being Kreativ. That is what KNACK stands for. The common threads of any business are people, money, continuous change and information. In a diverse world, we are unique and face the same wins and challenges. In this podcast, we invite you to learn about what is out there and how connecting with people and ideas helps us all succeed. We cover business topics that range from the mind, the body, finances, legal, accounting, real estate, manufacturing, networking, IT, marketing, and social media, and add anything to the list that supports your work. Even your competitors have something to offer you.
The “Rule of Thirds” that can transform your leadership strategy — discover why focusing on the right people drives culture change faster and more sustainably.
🎯 Who This Podcast Is For: Startup founders, solopreneurs, emerging leaders, and scaling business owners seeking to improve team culture, enhance leadership skills, and drive lasting change.
✅ What They’ll Gain: Actionable insights, hard-won leadership lessons, and simple, research-backed frameworks to shift team dynamics and elevate organizational culture — starting today.
How outsourcing early—using VAs, AI tools, and smart systems—can help entrepreneurs reclaim time, scale faster, and grow sustainably. Featuring Jessica Koch of Jessica Koch Consulting, with real-world tips on automation, delegation, and leadership.
👥 Podcast Audience: Startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners.
💡 What They’ll Gain: Actionable insights, proven delegation systems, and automation strategies that create time, peace of mind, and sustainable business growth.
Discover how Bond Aster helps founders grow profits 5X, pay employees more, and reclaim their time using trust-based systems and creative business architecture.
Problem Solved: Most founders feel stuck working too much while profits remain stagnant—this episode shows you how to reverse that.
This Episode is For: Startup founders, solopreneurs, small business owners, and entrepreneurs looking to reclaim their time, grow revenue, and lead inspired teams.
If you’ve ever felt alone building your business, this episode is your wake-up call. Susan Jarema of Grand Connection joins Bernie and Wayne to unpack how authentic, strategic networking fuels real growth. From her Brand Align Framework to collaboration strategies, she shares actionable ways to grow visibility, attract ideal clients, and build meaningful business relationships. Whether you're new to entrepreneurship or scaling fast, this episode is packed with insights to help you stop hustling solo and start building partnerships that multiply your impact.
Who This Podcast Is For: Startup founders, solopreneurs, business coaches, service providers, and scaling business owners looking for real connection over competition.
What You’ll Gain: Actionable insights, powerful networking strategies, and real-world examples to grow your visibility, attract ideal clients, and build authentic collaborations.
Unlock powerful communication tools to build stronger relationships, boost sales, and live with more impact — from the home to the boardroom.
Michelle Angiolillo, award-winning BANK trainer and entrepreneur, joins us to reveal how reverse-engineered personality science can transform your communication, deepen relationships, and drive exponential business results. Learn how the BANK system saved her family and scaled her startup from zero to $2M.
How Jacques Skuteeki uses AI tools and a 12-step cashflow system to help businesses stop losing leads, boost engagement, and close sales faster—especially in high-pressure times like post-COVID.
Who the Podcast is For: Startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners
What They’ll Gain: Actionable insights, hard-won lessons, and real growth strategies powered by AI, lead generation tools, and smarter follow-ups.
Discover how JoJo LaRiccia helps entrepreneurs craft video stories that connect emotionally, build trust, and drive action—with insights into storytelling, authenticity, and the secrets behind creating video intros that truly convert.
🎯 Who This Podcast Is For: Startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners.
🎁 What They’ll Gain: Actionable insights, hard-won lessons, and real growth strategies for video marketing and brand storytelling.
Fred Crouch reveals how commercial real estate, co-tenancy, and leverage can turn average investors into wealth builders—without the late-night tenant calls.
👥 Who This Podcast Is For: Startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners ready to build long-term wealth through smart real estate investing.
🎁 What They’ll Gain: Actionable insights, real-world investing strategies, and clarity on commercial property, co-tenancy, and using leverage to grow wealth.
Many business owners struggle to keep talented people while staying profitable and grounded in their values.
Who This Episode Is For: Startup founders, solopreneurs, scaling small business owners, and organizational leaders who want to create strong team cultures and lead with emotional intelligence.
What You’ll Gain: Actionable insights, real-life leadership lessons, and sustainable strategies to build an appreciative, values-driven organization where people thrive.
Can your business do good and thrive? Shel Horowitz from Going Beyond Sustainability shows how. He shares his journey from saving a mountain to transforming companies into forces for social and environmental change. Learn how ethics, smart resource use, and regenerative strategy can fuel profitability for solopreneurs and growing enterprises alike.
🌎 Ideal for startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners
💡 Gain: actionable strategies, inspiring case studies, and sustainable growth insights
Reclaim 1 Hour a Day: Productivity Hacks for Entrepreneurs Who Feel Stretched Thin
Who it's for: Startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners
What they’ll gain: Actionable insights, hard-won lessons, and real growth strategies to reclaim time and optimize team productivity
How Richard Kaye turns publicity into business power — from press releases to top-of-mind visibility.
Who this podcast is for: Startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners
What they’ll gain: Actionable insights, publicity strategies, and systems to stay visible long term
Alissa Bickar, founder of The Consultress, shares how personal storytelling can set your business apart in a noisy market. This episode dives into Alissa’s SIMPLE method, why personal stories convert better than pitches, and how being real builds deeper trust. Perfect for solopreneurs and service providers ready to stand out.
🎯 This podcast is for: Startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners
📈 What you’ll gain: Actionable insights, hard-won lessons, and real growth strategies
From stage to boardroom: Meredith’s 5 secrets to speak boldly, simply, and with real presence—so your message lands.
Who this podcast is for: Startup founders, solopreneurs, scaling business owners
What you’ll gain: Actionable storytelling tips, authenticity tools, and communication strategies that land
Business Optimization Expert Reveals Top Tips for Sustainable Growth
🏁 Audience: Startup founders, solopreneurs, and scaling business owners
🎧 What You’ll Gain: Actionable insights, hard-won lessons, and real growth strategies for long-term business sustainability
From stutter to spotlight—how Rich “Trigger” Bontrager transformed adversity into media success and teaches others to shine on camera and stage.
🔹 Who This Podcast Is For: Startup founders, solopreneurs, public speakers, and scaling business owners
🔹 What They’ll Gain: Media coaching strategies, storytelling techniques, personal branding tools, and confidence-building insights from a lifelong broadcaster.
Discover how Mitch Weisburgh helps entrepreneurs retrain their brains to break free from self-sabotage and tap into resourcefulness, resilience, and collaboration for real growth.
🔹 Audience: Startup founders, solopreneurs, educators, and scaling business owners.
🔹 Value Proposition: Gain actionable insights, mindset mastery techniques, and practical strategies to overcome self-doubt, shift from survival mode to resourcefulness, and lead with clarity.
How Vera Belaoussoff helps life science startups build solid financial models to attract investors — plus real stories, tips & tools to get you funded without equity loss.
Who this podcast is for: Startup founders, life sciences & health tech entrepreneurs, solopreneurs charting growth
What they’ll gain: Actionable advice, financial modeling know how, real funding strategies, clear next steps
5 STRATEGIC PLANNING Secrets to Survive Market Chaos — with Electra Govoni sharing how leaders can stay steady, find clarity, and make big moves in uncertain times.
Who This Podcast Is For: Startup founders, scaling business owners, executives, growth leaders
What You’ll Gain: Actionable insights, real life lessons, focus frameworks, resilience strategies
Join us as we sit down with Birket Foster (STORM Internet) to explore his journey from starting MB Foster in 1977 to leading a global software company. Birket opens up about bringing reliable internet to rural communities, overcoming early challenges, and fostering innovation in underserved regions. Whether you're launching a startup or scaling a business, this episode delivers inspiring stories, practical lessons on leadership, technology, and rural impact. Tune in to learn how small moves can drive big change—and leave a comment to let us know your biggest takeaway.
Who this podcast is for: Startup founders, rural business leaders, tech entrepreneurs, scaling business owners
What you’ll gain: Actionable lessons in rural innovation, leadership strategies, internet infrastructure, and growth mindset
Welcome to the Knack 4 Business podcast, where we explore business ideas and share those ideas globally. Knack 4 Business is about sharing Knowledge, Networking, Architecture, Connecting and being Kreativ. That is what KNACK stands for. The common threads of any business are people, money, continuous change and information. In a diverse world, we are unique and face the same wins and challenges. In this podcast, we invite you to learn about what is out there and how connecting with people and ideas helps us all succeed. We cover business topics that range from the mind, the body, finances, legal, accounting, real estate, manufacturing, networking, IT, marketing, and social media, and add anything to the list that supports your work. Even your competitors have something to offer you.
