In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Founder & Director of N-Stinctive, Rosie Tomkins. Rosie is not only the author of the insightful book “Instinctive: The Power of Natural Intelligence” but also the founder of Instinctive and the mind behind the new book “Let Nature Be Your Compass.” Rosie illuminated the concept of …
1784 – Creating Highly Performing Teams with David Greenspan & Justin Follin
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Chief Growth Officer & CEO of BLUECASE, David Greenspan & Justin Follin. Justin and David have dedicated their careers to elevating mid-market companies by forging high-performing teams. Their approach is a blend of strategic planning and leadership development designed to harness a company’s collective intelligence, creativity, and …
1783 – Scale Your Business 10X with Clare Price of Octain
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the President & CEO of Octain, Clare Price. Claire Price brought her extensive background as an analyst and research director for Gartner, greatly influencing her marketing approach. She passionately spoke about the necessity of a systematic approach to marketing, especially for small business owners who often face significant …
1782 – Expanding your IT team with Tatiana Melnichuk of LUCKY HUNTER
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Executive Coach & Speaker of Lucky Hunter, Tatiana Melnichuk. Lucky Hunter has carved out a niche in the global market as an international recruitment agency with a laser focus on IT staffing. With over six years of experience and main offices in London and Dubai, they’ve established …
1781 – How to Double Your Leads in 90 Days with Mark Osborne
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Author and Marketing Technology Trailblazer of Modern Revenue Strategies, Mark Osborne. Mark Osborne is a seasoned expert who has worked with CEOs, founders, and sales leaders in early-stage B2B firms. His focus is on helping these companies build systems for generating revenue. This includes attracting the …
1780 – Authentic Sales with Coach Dan Gordon
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Executive Coach & Speaker, Dan Gordon. A fascinating concept that Coach Dan introduced was the idea of a “qualified no.” This is when a prospect declines your offer with a valid reason that keeps the door open for future engagement. It’s not the end of the conversation; …
1779 – The Art of Buying and Selling Law Firms with Victoria Collier of Quid Pro Quo
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the CEO & Owner of Quid Pro Quo, Victoria Collier. Victoria Collier brings a wealth of knowledge to the table with her expertise in guiding lawyers through the sale of their practices. Her approach is about finding a buyer and ensuring that law firm owners can find their …
1778 – Boosting Business Value in M&A with Christine McDanell
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Principal, Business Intermediary & Broker of The Magnolia Firm, Christine McDanell. Christine McDanell is not just an expert in her field; she’s a guiding light for those navigating the often turbulent waters of M&A. As the principal and founder of The Magnolia Firm, she brings a unique …
1777 – How to Separate the Best from the Rest with William Vanderbloemen
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the CEO & Founder of Vanderbloemen Search Group, William Vanderbloemen. William’s journey is a testament to the power of diverse experiences. His transition from being a pastor to working for a Fortune 200 company equipped him with a unique perspective that ultimately led to the creation of …
1776 – The Power of Personal Accountability with Jason Pearl
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the President of Nacre Consulting, Jason Pearl. The name “Nacre Consulting” is derived from the organic compound that forms a pearl, a fitting metaphor for the transformative work Jason and his team do with businesses. Nacre Consulting is dedicated to helping small and medium-sized businesses scale faster …
1775 – The Evolving Role of Communication Agencies with Jules Herd
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Managing Director & Founder of Five in a Boat Limited, Jules Herd. Jules explained how the role of communication agencies like Five in a Boat has shifted from traditional communications to more of a business consultancy. They help scale-up companies secure funding by advising them on …
1774 – The Importance of Marketing and Product Validation with Marcy McKenna
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder & CEO, Marcy McKenna. Marcy founded the Women Inventors Club to support ambitious women with creative ideas and guide them toward product success. Two statistics that motivated her to help inventors were the low percentage of patents filed by women and the low percentage of …
1772 – The Power of Authenticity in Leadership with Josefine Campbell
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Executive Coach, Author & Inspirational Speaker of Campbell Company, Josefine Campbell. Josefine has worked with renowned organizations such as Maersk, Novo Nordisk, Deloitte, McDonald’s, and KPMG. She coaches individual leaders and groups within these organizations, focusing on challenges, personal growth, and career development. Interestingly, she mentioned …
1771 – Candidate Experience with BestFirstNow’s Kolby Goodman
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the Founder & Lead Consultant of BestFirstNow, Kolby Goodman. Kolby Goodman works with business owners and leaders grappling with building a great team. Kolby steps in to help when they’re inundated with too many candidates or need help attracting enough. He assists these leaders in understanding not …
1770 – Custom Advisory with Manny Skevofilax of PORTAL CFO Consulting
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks with the Principal of Portal CFO, Manny Skevofilax. When asked about the services Manny renders as a fractional CFO, in response, he elucidated that numerous business proprietors initially seek assistance from accountants but often grapple with comprehending profitability and executing data-driven decisions. Manny underscored the significance of grasping …
1769 – The Impact of Team Building Exercises with Tim Walther
In this episode of the Thoughtful Entrepreneur, your host Josh Elledge speaks to the President of Grand Dynamics International, Tim Walther. Tim Walther’s company is not your typical team-building organization. They specialize in creating outdoor adventure-based retreats and events beyond the usual ropes courses and trust falls. From multi-day executive retreats to keynote speakers, Grand Dynamics International is all about …