How to Publish a Book and Build Authority with Angela DeCaires (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 145) For many professional service providers, writing a book is more than just a dream. Becoming the author of a well-crafted book is one of the most effective ways to establish authority, strengthen client trust, and create new [...]

Richard W. Smith on Moving from Price Taker to Price Setter (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 144) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey with host John Ray, Richard W. Smith explains how professional service providers can stop undervaluing themselves and make the shift from being price takers to price setters. Drawing on [...]

Heartspoken Notes for Genuine Connection with Elizabeth Cottrell (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 143) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey with host John Ray, Elizabeth Cottrell shares how the simple act of writing a heartfelt note can create genuine connections, open up opportunities, and make a lasting impression in both business and [...]

Thor Legvold on Nordic Leadership, Purpose, and Pricing (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 141) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, Thor Legvold joins host John Ray to talk about how the way we lead ourselves, our clients, and our firms shapes how others understand our value. Drawing from the Nordic leadership [...]

Why You’re Really Afraid to Raise Your Prices with John Ray (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 141) Are you afraid to raise prices? You’re not alone. Raising your prices isn't just a financial move. It's an emotional decision that can stir up fear, doubt, and second-guessing. In this solo episode of The Price and [...]

Why Value Pricing Still Feels Hard with Alastair Dryburgh (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 140) Value pricing sounds great in theory. So why does it often fall flat in practice? In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, pricing strategist and author Alastair Dryburgh joins host John Ray to explore the gap between creating [...]

100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life with Richard Weylman (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 139) In this compelling episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray interviews Richard Weylman, international bestselling author of 100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life. Despite being orphaned at age [...]

Why Charging Premium Fees is Actually a Service to Your Clients, with Criminal Attorney Joshua Baron (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 138) In this second part of a compelling conversation, host John Ray continues his deep dive with criminal defense attorney Joshua Baron, exploring the life-changing effects of charging premium fees and the philosophy [...]

Ditching Google Ads: Criminal Attorney Joshua Baron’s Referral Practice Revolution (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 137) In this compelling first part of a two-part series, host John Ray sits down with Joshua Baron, founding partner of SB Legal and author of The Business of Criminal Law and Criminal Defense Referrals. Josh shares his remarkable transformation [...]

Build Authority and Clients Through Podcast Guesting, with Noémi Beres, Podcast Connections (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 136) Join host John Ray on The Price and Value Journey as he speaks with Noémi Beres, co-owner of Podcast Connections booking agency, about the powerful strategy of podcast guesting for service professionals. Discover why podcast guesting [...]

How Purpose Builds Value Confidence, with Shane Jackson (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 135) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray shares a powerful conversation with Shane Jackson, leader of Jackson Healthcare and author of This Is the Thing: About Life, Joy and Owning Your Purpose. They explore the [...]

Price Without Fear, with pricing expert Andrew Bailey (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 134) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, pricing expert Andrew Bailey joins host John Ray to explore why fear and hesitation dominate so many conversations around pricing. Drawing on his extensive experience as a pricing strategist and negotiation coach, [...]

You Don’t Have to Be Perfect to Be Powerful, with Diana Fritz (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 133) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, executive coach and author Diana Fritz shares the story behind her hard-earned wisdom. She talks about how surviving cancer, navigating single parenthood, and leading in high-stakes environments [...]

Self-Leadership for Sustainable Success, with Dr. Kate McCombs (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 132) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray discusses the often-overlooked aspect of self-leadership with Dr. Kate McCombs, assistant professor of management at Samford University and founder of RH Leadership. Kate defines self-leadership as the practice of [...]

The Invisible Value of What Never Happens, with Benny Carreon, Velocity Technology Group (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 131) How do you express the value of something that does not occur? That question is one area of focus in this episode of The Price and Value Journey, as host John Ray welcomes Benny Carreon, founder [...]

Divorcing Your Business Partner, with Bill Piercy, Berman Fink Van Horn (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 130) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray welcomes Bill Piercy, a widely respected business litigator with Berman Fink Van Horn and author of Life’s Too Short for a Bad Business Partner. Specializing [...]

Meg Rentschler’s Journey from Therapist to Executive Coaching (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 129) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray interviews Meg Rentschler, an executive coach known for her deep listening, practical insights, and real-world coaching expertise. Meg shares her transformative journey from a long-time therapist to a successful [...]

From Corporate to Calling: The Career Transition Blueprint with Rory Verrett (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 128) What does it take to leave behind a successful corporate career and pursue work that truly feels like a calling? In this episode, executive recruiter and coach Rory Verrett joins The Price and Value Journey to share The [...]

Building Genuine Connections: Janice Porter on Relationship Marketing (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 127) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray welcomes Janice Porter, a relationship marketing specialist, LinkedIn trainer, and host of the Relationships Rule podcast. Janice shares her unique approach to building genuine and lasting relationships through LinkedIn [...]

The Power of Persistence and Value in Sales, with Sales Coach Jacob Hicks (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 126) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray sits down with Jacob Hicks, a dynamic sales coach, consultant, and host of the Purpose Driven Progress podcast. Jacob shares his journey from a [...]