You’ve built the business, achieved the goals, checked every box, but something still feels missing.
In this episode, we explore the invisible burnout that often hides behind high achievement and the journey to rediscover who you are beyond your title, your company, and your success story.
Through real, grounded conversation, we unpack what happens when your outer success no longer matches your inner truth, and how aligning from within changes everything: your energy, your clarity, your leadership, and your legacy.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
Because real success isn’t about doing more, it’s about feeling whole again.
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Chaos is every entrepreneur’s shadow… but it doesn’t have to run your life.
Kevin McGrew breaks down how to master strategic entrepreneurship while balancing ownership, delegation, and trusting your team, even when it’s messy, imperfect, and uncomfortable.
In this episode, you’ll get the SMACK Framework [Shoot. Move. Adapt. Communicate.] Kevin’s battle-tested system for:
Acting with intention, not just activity
Moving faster than your competitors
Adapting before yesterday’s “best practice” becomes obsolete
Communicating clearly so your team and customers rally behind you
Here’s what you’ll walk away with:
Design your own exit: Build your business on your terms and leave when you’re ready.
From player to coach: Empower your team, trust them, and let go without losing control.
Focus on outcomes, not perfection: Consistency beats imitation every time.
Move fast, adapt faster: Action creates clarity, waiting creates doubt.
Outsmart the giants: Use your unique edge, hit the weak spots, and stop playing by their rules.
Stop being a “player” in your own business. Step into the role of the wise leader calling the shots, and building a legacy that actually lasts.
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Ever wonder why some founders’ brands explode while others barely move?
In this episode, Charles Gaudet breaks down how combining your founder brand + business brand can create growth that’s more than just “1 + 1 = 2” it’s exponential.
You’ll learn how to:
- Turn your personal brand into a magnet for leads, influence, and opportunity.
- Align your founder and business brands so both grow faster, smarter, and more efficiently.
- Use AI strategically to anticipate trends, sharpen your team, and stay ahead of the curve.
- Apply human context to AI insights to make smarter, actionable decisions.
- Evolve your brand to match your next chapter, selling, scaling, or reinventing.
- Shift your mindset from fear of change to curiosity and opportunity.
If you’re a founder, thought-leader, or entrepreneur ready to future-proof your brand and multiply your impact, this episode is your blueprint.
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Ever feel stuck in self-criticism, even after achieving the success you worked so hard for?
In this episode, John Mollura shares his journey from burnout and self-doubt to making conscious decisions that align with his future self.
You’ll learn how to:
- Break free from autopilot and start making decisions that truly serve you.
- Transform self-criticism into clarity and strategic action.
- Leverage your past experiences and skills to build a meaningful legacy.
- Become a hero for your future self, every day.
If you’re a founder or entrepreneur looking not just to sell your business but to leave a lasting legacy, this episode gives you practical guidance for taking intentional steps toward your next chapter.
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Starting and scaling a business is exciting but knowing when and how to exit is just as challenging.
Joanna Track, serial entrepreneur behind Sweet Spot, The Bullet, Newsworthy, and Good Eggs, shares her journey through multiple exits, pivots, and reinventions.
What you'll discover:
From startup to exit, uncover the strategies and lessons that make businesses scale, with Joanna Track.
Ever feel like running a business is like sailing in unpredictable waters? For entrepreneurs and leaders, the journey is full of unexpected turns, but that’s where growth happens.
In this episode, Shelby Hacala, seasoned entrepreneur and passionate sailor, shares how lessons from the open sea, adaptation, resilience, teamwork, and strategic thinking, directly apply to running and growing your business.
What you’ll gain:
- Navigating uncertainty
- Preparing your business for sale: right buyer, ensuring “cash is king,” and creating systems
- Protecting your vitality while leading a team
- Real-life stories from Shelby’s personal journey, showing how resilience and adaptability win in both sailing and business
Whether you’re scaling, pivoting, or planning an exit, this conversation offers practical guidance and inspiration to help you steer your business, and your life, toward lasting success.
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What if preparing for an exit wasn’t just a smart business move, but a mindset shift that changes everything?
Imagine packing up the home you’ve lived in for 20 years… only to find closets full of things you forgot you had.
That’s what it feels like to look at your business with fresh eyes, to see what’s working, what’s weighing you down, and what it’s time to release.
In this honest and powerful conversation with business strategist Monica Garcia, we explore what most founders miss when building their business:
Because beyond the metrics and marketing, what truly determines your success as a founder… is your ability to think with an exit mindset, from day one.
Whether you're scaling, selling, or simply craving more freedom in your work, this episode will shift the way you think about success.
Inside, you’ll learn:
“If you’re always thinking about an exit strategy, you’ll always stay relevant, even if you keep your business forever.”
Tune in to rethink how you build, lead, and one day… leave your business, on your terms.
Many founders dream of a big exit, but what happens when it doesn't feel like a win?
In this episode, Brian Dukes, entrepreneur and co-founder of ExitWise, the identity crisis so many founders face after selling their business, and why most aren't ready for what comes next.
He shares how taking time off, redefining success, and setting clear boundaries helped him reset and build again, this time, on his own terms.
We talk about identity loss, founder ego, post-exit regret, why empathy matters so much in M&A and how to avoid the post-exit regret no one prepares you for.
If you're building to sell, or already thinking about what comes after, this conversation will help you prepare beyond just the numbers.
What happens after the exit? In this honest and powerful conversation, Krystyn Harrison opens up about what it really felt like to sell her first tech company, the unexpected pain, identity loss, and the journey back to finding purpose.
We unpack the emotional and practical lessons most founders aren’t prepared for, including why so many regret their exits, and how to start preparing for what comes after the sale, long before you’re ready to let go.
You’ll also hear why separating your personal brand from your business matters, even if selling isn’t on your radar yet. We’ll talk about how to build a business that can run without you, and the powerful mindset shift that protects both your company and your peace of mind.
Whether you’re years away from exiting or in the thick of building, this is an essential listen for any founder thinking long-term.
In this thought-provoking episode of Legacy Branding, I sit down with legendary coach and business mentor Taki Moore for a conversation that moves far beyond tactics.
Together, we explore what it truly takes to build a coaching business that’s not just scalable, but deeply meaningful. One that serves others, supports your lifestyle, and stays deeply aligned with who you are.
Taki shares his unique philosophy on choosing the right niche (without the pressure), pricing based on value (not self-worth), and building systems that create freedom, not burnout. We also dive into his personal journey: from inherited money beliefs and a fear of sales, to building a business that helps “the good guys win.”
And “Coaching Beyond the Self”? That’s his quiet rebellion, coaching not from ego, but from service. It’s about creating real impact, leaving a thumbprint on your clients’ success, and building a business that truly matters.
Whether you’re just starting out or already growing, this episode will inspire you to rethink how you coach, how you grow, and how you show up. Expect frameworks, funny stories, sharp insights, and a fresh perspective on legacy.
What if your next chapter isn’t about achieving more, but feeling more?
In this raw and refreshingly honest conversation, Kelsey Kitsch, entrepreneur, author of Success Hangover, and champion of radical self-expression, opens up about what happens when the life you built no longer fits.
After chasing success and doing all the “right” things, Kelsey hit a turning point: What if there’s more to life than checking boxes?
We talk about intimacy, desire, and why being truly seen, by yourself and others, can be the most healing experience of all. From building multimillion-dollar companies to diving into psychedelics and pleasure work, Kelsey shares what it means to live with radical authenticity, especially in midlife.
This episode is full of truth bombs, laughter, and powerful takeaways about reinvention, identity, and the messy beauty of being fully alive.
If you’ve ever wondered what’s next, this is your invitation to find out.
What if emotional intelligence was the real foundation of great leadership and the legacy you leave behind?
In this episode of The Legacy Branding Podcast, I’m joined by Mike Desjardins, strategic advisor, founder of ViRTUS, and one of the most emotionally intelligent leaders I’ve ever met.
Mike doesn’t just talk about leadership, he lives it. From building a purpose-driven business to guiding others through high-stakes transitions, his journey is a beautiful example of leading with intention, clarity, and heart.
We talk about what it means to grow people, not just companies, and how the way we show up (especially in the hard moments) is what truly defines our legacy. Mike also shares powerful insights on emotional intelligence, the difference between reacting and responding, and why your personal brand matters long after you leave the business behind.
If you’re a founder, a leader, or just someone who wants to show up more fully, this one’s for you. Tune in, you might never see leadership the same way again.
In this deeply resonant episode of the Legacy Branding Podcast, I sit down with Derek Coburn, entrepreneur, bestselling author, financial advisor, and co-founder of the Cadre community. We dive into the big, bold question: What if retirement isn’t the goal?
Derek shares the thinking behind his book Let’s Retire Retirement, challenging the outdated narrative that fulfillment comes after we stop working. We talk about building a life that feels aligned and joyful now, not just someday. From parenting with presence to redefining success, this episode is a heartfelt conversation about creating a life rich with meaning, connection and intentional choices.
If you’ve ever questioned the traditional path, or want more joy, purpose and fun in the one you’re on, this episode is for you.
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In this honest and inspiring conversation, I’m joined by Julie Cole, co-founder of Mabel’s Labels, bestselling author, speaker, and proud mom of six. Julie shares her journey from making labels in her basement to becoming the face of a beloved multi-million dollar brand, even after selling the business.
We talk about what it really looks like to sell your company and stay on board, the power of personal branding, not just for founders and visible leaders, but for every team member representing your company, and why your team’s alignment with your values matters more than ever. Julie gets real about how her personal brand helped build trust and drive growth, and why it’s so important for founders to separate who they are from what they’ve built.
We also dive into the balance between motherhood and entrepreneurship, the choices and sacrifices that come with both, and how creating independence at home shaped how she leads her team.
If you’ve ever wondered what happens after the exit, or how to show up authentically as a leader, this one’s for you.
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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, I sit down with Mike Brown—former Navy fighter pilot, founder of a wildly successful investment firm, and now a transformational coach helping entrepreneurs redefine wealth on their own terms.
Mike shares his deeply personal journey of achieving everything society says will make us happy—wealth, status, success—only to find himself asking, “Is this it?” From the disorienting silence after the deal closes to the pressure of figuring out what’s next, Mike opens up about the emotional reckoning, identity crisis, and eventual healing that came through creating space.
If you’ve ever wondered who you are without your business, or what a meaningful, joy-filled life looks like beyond the hustle, this one’s for you.
Running a business is demanding. But running it while feeling stuck, disconnected, or constantly reacting? That’s a fast track to burnout.
In this episode of The Legacy Branding Podcast, I sit down with Josselyne Herman-Saccio, transformational coach, TEDx speaker, and host of the Unmessablewith podcast, to unpack what it really takes to stop living in reaction and start creating from vision.
We dive into the subtle traps that keep founders spinning like “shoulds,” burnout, and survival-mode thinking and how to shift into a space where real freedom and fulfillment can happen.
She shares her powerful “Instant Reset” tool, why most people spend 99% of their time in reaction (without even realizing it), and how to define a vision that isn’t just another goal, but a way of being.
Because selling your business or shifting your identity isn’t just a transaction. It’s a transformation.
If you’re navigating what’s next, this episode will help you reconnect with your purpose, create from a place of clarity, and become truly Unmessablewith.
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Building a business is one thing. Building a business that sells? That’s a whole different game.
In this episode of The Legacy Branding Podcast, I sit down with Nick Bradley, world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, to unpack what it really takes to build and sell a high-value company.
With over a decade in private equity, 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and more than $5 billion in value created, Nick doesn’t just talk strategy, he’s lived it. We dive into the critical difference between a lifestyle business and a performance business, and why so many founders unknowingly build companies that are nearly impossible to sell. Nick shares how to reverse-engineer your ideal exit, what private equity is actually looking for, and the often-overlooked factors that influence your valuation far beyond EBITDA.
But it’s not just about strategy or spreadsheets.
We also explore why founders need 12–36 months to prepare, not just the business but themselves. Because letting go is rarely simple, and the emotional readiness is just as important as the financials.
If you’ve ever dreamed of selling your business for 8 or 9 figures, or simply want more freedom and impact, this one’s a must-listen.
True leadership isn’t about the title. It’s about the impact you make and the lives you elevate along the way.
In this episode of the Legacy Branding Podcast, I sit down with Jay Rosenzweig—a globally recognized entrepreneur, human rights advocate, and leadership strategist—who’s built a career at the powerful intersection of profit and purpose.
We talk about what truly defines impactful leadership today, how to build a life of meaning (not just success), and why legacy isn’t about being remembered—it’s about making a real difference now. From investing in climate-forward ventures to producing Emmy-nominated films, Jay shows us what it looks like to lead with intention, integrity, and impact.
This one’s a masterclass in conscious leadership.
Letting go of certainty might be the boldest—and most freeing—move you ever make.
In this episode of The Legacy Branding Podcast, I sit down with Joe Mechlinski—bestselling author, founder of Shift and Latch, and one of the most honest, thought-provoking voices I know. From growing up in Baltimore’s inner city to building mission-driven companies and advising CEOs, Joe’s journey is a powerful reminder that we’re all just figuring it out as we go.
This conversation goes deep.
We talk about unlearning the rules we’ve been handed, challenging the status quo, and making peace with not having it all figured out. Joe shares why curiosity is a superpower, why success can get in the way of growth—and how true legacy isn’t about what you build, but what you help others do.
If you’re ready to stop living on autopilot and start living on purpose, this one’s for you.
🎧 Tune in—you might just see your life, your work, and your legacy through a whole new lens.
Is success really the end goal—or just the beginning of something bigger?
In this episode of The Legacy Branding Podcast, I sit down with Justin Curzi, an entrepreneur and investor who’s grown, sold, and reshaped businesses across industries and continents. From scaling PWCC to $600M in revenue to selling a platform used by thousands of CPA firms, Justin’s story is one of bold growth—and even bolder reinvention.
But this isn’t just about business wins. We talk about the real transition founders face after a big exit. The identity shifts. The uncomfortable unknowns. And how legacy isn’t just the size of the sale—it’s the impact you choose to make next.
Whether you’re scaling, selling, or searching for what’s next, Justin’s story will spark new ideas—and maybe even a little discomfort (in the best way).
Tune in now and start thinking about your next evolution.