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Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
Brian Lofrumento
1302 episodes
22 hours ago
Ever pride yourself on being the one who gets things done? The person clients can always count on to deliver, no matter what? In this Solo Sunday episode, Brian pulls back the curtain on a hard-learned lesson he calls “The Finisher’s Trap” — the dangerous paradox where the very skill that makes you valuable at the start becomes the single biggest obstacle to scaling your business. Brian shares a pivotal, life-changing story from a snowy Christmas Eve back in 2013 that forced him to confront t...
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Ever pride yourself on being the one who gets things done? The person clients can always count on to deliver, no matter what? In this Solo Sunday episode, Brian pulls back the curtain on a hard-learned lesson he calls “The Finisher’s Trap” — the dangerous paradox where the very skill that makes you valuable at the start becomes the single biggest obstacle to scaling your business. Brian shares a pivotal, life-changing story from a snowy Christmas Eve back in 2013 that forced him to confront t...
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Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1302: This is what made me quit. But it also changed my businesses forever...
Ever pride yourself on being the one who gets things done? The person clients can always count on to deliver, no matter what? In this Solo Sunday episode, Brian pulls back the curtain on a hard-learned lesson he calls “The Finisher’s Trap” — the dangerous paradox where the very skill that makes you valuable at the start becomes the single biggest obstacle to scaling your business. Brian shares a pivotal, life-changing story from a snowy Christmas Eve back in 2013 that forced him to confront t...
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1 day ago
18 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1301: How an Ex-Hacker Who Roomed with Whitey Bulger is Revolutionizing Small Business with Automation w/ Robert Yeager
What do you get when you combine a genius-level IQ, elite computer skills, and a hustler’s spirit forged in federal prison? You get Robert Yeager. In this powerful episode, Rob shares his incredible journey from a notorious hacker to the founder of Fusion Data Company, an innovative firm that builds custom AI and automation solutions for small businesses. This isn't just a story about technology; it's a masterclass in resilience, opportunity-spotting, and the art of problem-solving. Rob’s sto...
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2 days ago
32 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1300: Your Customers WANT to Leave Reviews! Here's How to Ask w/ Lindsay Kingsley
Tired of hearing crickets when you think about your business's reviews and testimonials? You’re not alone. Most entrepreneurs are awkward, forgetful, or just plain bad at asking for them, leaving a massive gap in their marketing. In this episode, Lindsay Kingsley, a marketing pro and mompreneur, breaks down exactly why this happens and reveals her simple, automated system for generating a steady stream of positive Google reviews. She shares how to make the "ask" fun and effective, turning a d...
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3 days ago
33 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1299: Franchising's Top Expert Reveals the 5 Unstoppable Industry Trends w/ Cliff Nonnenmacher
Ready to trade your 9-to-5 for a scalable empire? In this powerhouse episode, we're joined by franchising legend Cliff Nonnenmacher, who demystifies the world of franchising and provides a no-nonsense blueprint for building wealth. Cliff pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to succeed, from financing your first location for explosive growth to working ON your business, not IN it. This isn't your typical high-level chat; it's a granular, tactical masterclass for anyone who wants to l...
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4 days ago
38 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1298: The 5 Levels of Digital Operations That Separate Amateurs from Pros w/ Michael Greenberg
Tired of feeling like you're brute-forcing your business to the next level? In this episode, serial entrepreneur and digital operations expert Michael Greenberg breaks down the single biggest differentiator between businesses that stall and those that scale to 8-figures and beyond: the flywheel effect. Michael demystifies the buzzwords, offering a clear, step-by-step framework to build a rock-solid operational foundation. He reveals the five levels of digital maturity, the crucial difference ...
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5 days ago
32 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1297: He Built a $40M Company, Now He's Building an AI Vet for Your Pet w/ Tim Maliyil
What if AI could translate your pet’s barks and behaviors into early health warnings? In this episode, Brian sits down with Tim Maliyil, a visionary tech founder with over 30 years of experience, to discuss his latest venture, PerkyPet. Tim unpacks the journey of building an advanced AI platform designed to interpret your pet's vocal and physical cues, essentially acting as a 24/7 vet in your pocket. This episode is a masterclass for entrepreneurs on building a complex, high-stakes product fr...
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6 days ago
32 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1296: From Meta Strategist to AI Founder (Without Writing a Single Line of Code!) w/ Eric Levine
Tired of generic AI outputs and complex business strategies that go nowhere? In this episode, we sit down with Eric Levine, a former strategy leader at Meta who is revolutionizing how we approach business planning. Eric shares why most businesses are using AI in its most elementary form and reveals the untapped potential for automating deep, strategic work. This episode is a masterclass for any entrepreneur who wants to move beyond basic prompts and use AI to create powerful, actionable strat...
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1 week ago
31 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1295: It's NOT about thinking with more ambition, it's about thinking BIGGER in a different way...
Ever been told to "think bigger," only to feel like it just means chasing more ambitious, overwhelming goals? In this deeply personal Solo Sunday episode, Brian pulls back the curtain on the dominant thought that has been reshaping his entire approach to business for the past six months. He challenges the traditional definition of "thinking big," arguing it's not about the size of your ambition, but the size of your perspective. Join Brian for a raw, unfiltered look inside his head as he expl...
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1 week ago
22 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1294: The People Playbook: Unlock Growth by Getting Your People Strategies Right w/ Deya Booker
People are the most important—and the most difficult—part of any business. In this episode, HR expert and founder Deya Booker breaks down how to turn your people strategy into your biggest competitive advantage. Drawing from her experience in Fortune 500 companies, Deya shares the powerful systems and leadership tools that big corporations use, but makes them accessible and actionable for solopreneurs and small businesses. This episode is a masterclass in building a strong foundation for grow...
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1 week ago
33 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1293: From Therapist to Tech CEO: The Future of Mental Health is Here w/ Carlos Castaneda
Dr. Carlos Castañeda is revolutionizing the mental health industry by bridging the gap between clinical expertise and cutting-edge technology. In this episode, he shares his journey from licensed counselor and professor to the founder and CEO of ThinkAITA, a digital health company using AI to support, not replace, therapists. He breaks down how he identified a critical gap in patient care—the time between sessions—and built a HIPAA-compliant AI platform to provide support when it's needed mos...
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1 week ago
32 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1292: Why Curiosity, Not Coding, is Your Greatest Tech Advantage w/ Chandra Brubaker
In this powerhouse episode, Brian sits down with Chandra Brubaker, the founder and CEO of Brainchild Technologies and a true "Olivia Pope of tech fires." Chandra shares her incredible journey from a curious kid taking apart computers and running an Italian ice business to becoming a fractional CTO for fast-growing companies. This isn't your typical tech-heavy talk; Chandra masterfully breaks down how to combine technology, AI, and strategy with the irreplaceable human element of business. For...
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1 week ago
33 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1291: Your Local Grocer Will Soon Have Its Own AI Team... Here's Why and How w/ Yehoyada (Yoyo) Mandeel
Tired of hearing about AI in theoretical terms? This episode is your antidote. We sit down with Yehoyada (Yoyo) Mandeel, an AI implementation expert who is bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and traditional, non-tech businesses. Yoyo explains why every company—from your local moving company to a real estate agency—is about to become a digital business, and how accessible AI makes this possible. This episode is packed with value for any entrepreneur who wants to move beyond the h...
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1 week ago
33 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1290: The 10 Timeless Patterns That Govern All Successful Businesses w/ Victor Costa
After a panic attack in a six-star hotel ended his glamorous-on-the-outside corporate consulting career, Victor Costa set out on a journey to find meaning, studying philosophy, religion, and even filmmaking. This exploration led him to a profound discovery: just like music has 12 notes, business is governed by timeless patterns. In this episode, Victor shares how he decoded these patterns into his proprietary "Ten Pillars of Harmony," a framework he now uses to help businesses diagnose their ...
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1 week ago
32 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1289: Stop Scrolling, Start Watching: The Entrepreneur Solving Your Biggest Netflix Problem w/ Chris Pearcey
Tired of endlessly scrolling through streaming services only to give up and rewatch The Office for the tenth time? You’re not alone. In this episode, we sit down with Chris Pearcey, the founder of Decisio Media, who is tackling the universal problem of decision fatigue in entertainment. Drawing from his extensive experience leading product and engineering at giants like Nike and AWS, Chris is building a patent-pending platform designed to help you discover what to watch, read, and listen to w...
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2 weeks ago
32 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1288: Oh no! They keep growing! (An unintentional lesson I've learned...)
What can watering flowers teach you about building a successful business? As it turns out, everything. In this Solo Sunday episode, Brian shares a powerful analogy that started in his front yard and applies directly to your entrepreneurial journey. He discovered that while he was nurturing his flowers, he was also unintentionally watering the weeds right alongside them—and they were growing just as fast. This episode is a crucial wake-up call for every entrepreneur who is pouring time, energy...
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2 weeks ago
15 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1287: From Bride-to-Be to CEO: How Wedding Stress Built a Thriving Company w/ Hannah Roze
Frustrated by her own overwhelming wedding planning experience filled with endless spreadsheets and email threads, Hannah Roze turned her pain point into Plannerd, a modern wedding planning platform. This episode is a masterclass in building a business with intention and strategy. Hannah breaks down her journey from identifying a problem she knew she could solve to iteratively building a product that truly serves its users. For any wantrepreneur or entrepreneur, this conversation is packed wi...
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2 weeks ago
32 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1286: SEO is Dead? Think Again. How AI Supercharged the Fundamentals w/ Francois Bergeron & James Binda
In a marketing world filled with Lambo-driving influencers and "get rich quick" schemes, Francois Bergeron and James Binda are a breath of fresh air. The brothers and co-founders of Digital Aspect Marketing join the show to cut through the noise and deliver the truth about what actually works. They debunk the "SEO is dead" myth, revealing how AI is actually rewarding businesses that focus on genuine value and solid fundamentals. This episode is a masterclass for any entrepreneur tired of chas...
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2 weeks ago
36 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1285: Stop Solving Problems... and Start Making Things Better! Here’s How w/ Andrea Finck
Ever feel like you have too many ideas and not enough time? Multipreneur Andrea Finck is here to show you how to turn that creative energy into a thriving business ecosystem. In this episode, Andrea shares her incredible journey from a corporate career to launching three distinct businesses—Lightsome, Home Watch Madison, and Finding Flow Feng Shui—all unified by a single mission: helping people reclaim their most precious resource, their time. This episode is a masterclass in strategic entrep...
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2 weeks ago
31 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1284: From GED to Harvard: How this Founder is Using AI to Disrupt College Admissions w/ Jane Alexander
In this episode, Brian sits down with Jane Alexander, the founder and CEO of Emma Advisor, an AI-powered platform transforming the chaotic college admissions process. Jane shares how her own unconventional journey—from homeschool in rural Idaho to graduate work at Harvard—inspired her to build a tool that makes college guidance accessible to all families, not just the wealthy. This episode is a masterclass for any entrepreneur looking to build a truly user-centric company. You'll learn why li...
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2 weeks ago
33 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
1283: Why Waiting 15 Years Was His Best Move... and How He Built a 40K+ LinkedIn Audience w/ Troy Fine
In this powerful episode, Troy Fine, co-founder of Fine Assurance, shares his incredible journey from a 15-year career in cybersecurity to launching his own firm. Motivated by a desire to honor his entrepreneurial father and live a life without regret, Troy unpacks the patient, calculated approach he took to build a business that serves his life, not the other way around. He reveals how he turned the "boring" world of compliance into a platform for thought leadership, amassing nearly 40,000 f...
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2 weeks ago
34 minutes

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business
Ever pride yourself on being the one who gets things done? The person clients can always count on to deliver, no matter what? In this Solo Sunday episode, Brian pulls back the curtain on a hard-learned lesson he calls “The Finisher’s Trap” — the dangerous paradox where the very skill that makes you valuable at the start becomes the single biggest obstacle to scaling your business. Brian shares a pivotal, life-changing story from a snowy Christmas Eve back in 2013 that forced him to confront t...