Entrepreneur Intel

💬"A Fractional COO brings high-level experience and guidance without the long-term commitment and cost." - Melissa Rose In this latest episode of Entrepreneur Intel, we dive deep into the game-changing relationship between visionary entrepreneurs and Fractional COOs! 🌟 Tune in as our guest, Melissa Rose Founder & Fractional Chief Operating Officer at Operate Light, shares real-life insights on how a fractional COO can help founders stop being the bottleneck in their businesses and start achieving real growth. 🎙️ Key Takeaways: 💡 Fractional Leadership: Expertise without the full-time cost, so you can focus on what you do best! 🚀 Quick Wins: Why small, impactful wins matter for momentum. 🔄 Tailored Solutions: One size doesn’t fit all—finding the right approach for each founder. ⚖️ Vision vs. Execution: Striking the perfect balance between creativity and operations. 🎧 Don't miss Melissa’s powerful advice on why entrepreneurs need to delegate for success! 🎯 👉 Ready to level up your business? Listen now on your favorite platform! 🎧👇  - Transistor: https://lnkd.in/ekbxGaEf  - Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eDkn7Vmc - Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/g-uhUgAr - Youtube: https://lnkd.in/eTs5CqTb  #podcast #Entrepreneurship #ecommerce #Podcast #FractionalCFO #BusinessGrowth

🎙️ “You can't have a company full of donkeys when you're trying to raise thoroughbreds.” - Steve Hernandez Joining Host Wesley J. Mathews on Entrepreneur Intel this week is the CEO and President of The North Group, Inc, Steve H. Steve joins the show to discuss: - The importance of hiring the right people.  - Preparing for broader impact of risks. - The need to have strong communication channels.  - And so much more. Listen to the full episode with the links below! Youtube: https://lnkd.in/eg_ngxrX ApplePodcasts:https://lnkd.in/emGZt2uY Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e9YV89Ay Transistor: https://lnkd.in/ewPvMAvq #security #podcast #entrepreneurship

🎙️“If you think it’s just a sales or marketing game, you’re going to hamper your growth.” - Dave VanderJagt Sitting down with Host Wesley J. Mathews on Entrepreneur Intel this week is a Fractional CRO with over 15 years of experience in developing and managing high-performing B2B and B2C revenue teams. Meet Dave VanderJagt, CRO at VanderJagt CRO. Dave joins the show to share: - The role of a Fractional CRO. - How to drive team cohesion. - When to bring on a CRO. - And so much more. Listen to the full episode with the links below! Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e_ZGMUrf Youtube: https://lnkd.in/ekYw35xV Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e8v_pqGd Transistor: https://lnkd.in/ehSVg7fv #revenue #podcast #entrepreneur

🎙️“It fundamentally has to start with what's the problem that you want to solve.” - Jonathon Hensley Our guest this week on Entrepreneur Intel is an expert at helping companies develop products that drive results. Joining Host Wesley J. Mathews is Author of the book “Alignment”, CEO & Chief Product Officer at EMERGE - UX Agency, Jonathon Hensley! Jonathan joins this episode to explore: - The impact of AI on entrepreneurship. - The need to build alignment in your company. - What it takes to build the perfect B2B product. And so much more! Listen to the full episode with the links below! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ejYWn5w2 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eh98ygSb Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e5gU4YAp Transistor: https://lnkd.in/eqR8yZWW #AI #entrepreneurship #b2b #podcast

Joining Host Wesley J. Mathews on Entrepreneur Intel this week is a founder who has made the Inc 500 list twice. He successfully exited a company, wrote two books, and co-founded an organization that advocates for increased awareness around liver transplants. Our guest this week is none other than Co-Founder of Living Liver Foundation and the Global School of Entrepreneurship, David Galbenski! David joins Wes to talk about the importance of connecting passion and purpose with potential. David also shares the dangers of rapid growth, how to know when the right time to sell is, and how his own experience as a liver transplant recipient motivates his advocacy work. Listen to the full episode with the links below! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ezuupZzi Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ehrHbJef Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eGaE3YRG Transistor: https://lnkd.in/eigpwyqm #organdonation #entrepreneurship #podcast

Strategy and culture are two crucial aspects of business, but there is an often overlooked missing aspect in the middle. This week’s guest on Entrepreneur Intel is someone who helps business owners lead with authenticity. Please welcome to the show Founder and Principal at Affect Advisors, Bill Green ! Host Wesley J. Mathews interviews Bill to learn more about how businesses can instill a great company vibe. Bill shares the importance of vulnerability, how to build genuine relationships with coworkers, and some of the common pitfalls entrepreneurs face. Listen to the full episode with the links below! Youtube: https://lnkd.in/dCfA-Q6S Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/djxh84YS Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dwB7XRWn Transistor: https://lnkd.in/dNsFU444 #advisors #podcast #entrepreneurship

How does the pressure of being a Navy SEAL compare to the challenges of entrepreneurship? This week’s guest brings his unique perspective to Entrepreneur Intel. Please welcome to the show, CEO and Founder of the SOFX Network, Sam Havelock! Sam sits down with Wesley J. Mathews to detail why focus is one of the most important attributes for entrepreneurs. Sam also shares the parallels between making it through special forces training and entrepreneurship, the ways to align people around a common goal, and the importance of creating high trust spaces. Listen to the full episode with the links below! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/duDePF4S Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dU8bi_i6 ApplePodcasts: https://lnkd.in/drVpC7se Transistor: https://lnkd.in/d9gaAhEQ #entrepreneur #specialforces #podcast

Making the switch from a corporate 9-5 to being an entrepreneur can be hard, but this week’s guest on Entrepreneur Intel uses his first hand experience to help other entrepreneurs take the plunge. Welcome to the show, Wealth Coach and Member at MKD Wealth Coaches, LLC, Joe Mackey! Joe joins Host Wesley J. Mathews to share why grit and determination are the most crucial skills for any entrepreneur. Joe dives into the need to know your target market, the value of not needing to worry about your wealth, and the difference between offering help and taking action. Listen to the full episode with the links below! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/egwyDDJQ ApplePodcast: https://lnkd.in/eBxcEmdg Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e3Qu39Yr Transistor: https://lnkd.in/eK9EdZxa #finance #entrepreneurship #podcasting

From daredevil marketing stunts to harnessing the power of social media, differentiating your business is the key to success. Our guest on this episode of Entrepreneur Intel uses his skills as a helicopter pilot and content creator to add a unique flair to his selling process. Joining the show is Real Estate Agent at Signature Sotheby's International Realty, Dylan Tent! Dylan and Wesley J. Mathews dive deep into why consistency is the cornerstone of any business. Dylan shares the importance of utilizing your background to give you a competitive edge, the changing landscape of the real estate industry, and how to ask the right questions. Listen to the full episode with the links below! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/esgff2Wk ApplePodcasts: https://lnkd.in/eUSe43BV Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eQCbDh8R Transistor: https://lnkd.in/ermxNwPg #realestate #podcast #entrepreneur

Transitioning from a high-profile corporate role to the uncharted waters of entrepreneurship can be daunting. This week’s guest on Entrepreneur Intel did just that and led Death Wish Coffee Company to remarkable success before co-founding a new sparkling water brand. Please welcome to the show, Co-Founder of KEY Sparkling Water, Mike Pilkington! Mike sits down with Host Wesley J. Mathews to share his entrepreneurial story. Mike explains why having the right people is key, the need for food and beverage brands to have a cohesive omni-channel strategy, and how to create a culture of accountability. Listen to the full episode with the links below! Youtube: https://lnkd.in/eBRMXTgV Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eQG5SzaN Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eNGvGSkc Transistor: https://lnkd.in/eRQTcVwQ #retail #founders #podcasting