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Business Superfans®: The Service Providers Edge

Frederick Dudek (Freddy D)

Growth Strategies for Service-Based Businesses — Build Your Championship-Caliber Crew Your Prosperity Pathway™ to Freedom — transforming People, leveraging Systems + AI to build an unstoppable team of Business Superfans® — the ultimate growth engine. You don’t win championships without a playbook — and you don’t scale a business without a system. If you’ve ever searched “how to get more clients,” “increase profitability,” “retain employees,” or “automate my service business,” you’re in the right

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39:42

Performance Marketing Mastery: Jake Tlapek on DSPs,...

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2025/11/04

Episode 162Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Performance marketing takes center court as Jake Tlapek of Finch breaks down demand-side platforms (DSPs), TikTok SEO, and conversion optimization playbooks that win customers on every channel. He shares his journey from Air Force IT to agency leader and founder-creator, including how posting twice daily sparked 100K+ TikTok followers and a steady stream of leads. You’ll learn why DSPs let brands place ads where buyers actually are—from Hulu to digital

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Thanking to Grow: Turn November Gratitude into a...

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2025/11/03

161 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) n this episode of Business Superfans®, Freddy D Take dives into the power of gratitude marketing—how saying “thank you” can transform your business ecosystem into a community of loyal superfans. Using real-world service examples, Freddy breaks down how appreciation emails, anniversary cards, and automated check-ins can drive referrals, retention, and revenue. Discover how gratitude isn’t just good manners—it’s a competitive advantage that fuels growth and connection

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40:37

B2B Marketing: How Richard Levy Wins the 95%...

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2025/10/31

Episode 160Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) B2B marketing with Richard Levy centers on aligning sales and marketing to win today’s 5% in-market buyers while educating the 95% who aren’t ready yet. In this episode, Richard shares 25 years of lessons—from Santander’s graduate scheme to leading Sophera Marketing—on building demand without racing to discounts.You’ll hear why thought-leadership newsletters outperform hard sells, how to use global cultural nuance in messaging, and why AI is a true business

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37:12

Trust in Leadership: How Adam Malone Sustains High...

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2025/10/28

Episode 159Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Trust in leadership drives everything—and Adam Malone explains why it’s the linchpin of sustained high performance. In this episode, Adam breaks down a practical, three-part trust model—empathy, authenticity, and performance—and shows leaders how to inspire reciprocal trust so teams truly operate with autonomy, speed, and accountability. You’ll hear how “window-and-mirror” leadership creates superfans on your team, why trust is contextual (not universal), and

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40:08

Employee Empowerment: Jon Grannis & Bob Chonka Build...

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2025/10/25

Episode 158Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Employee empowerment takes center stage as Sollah leaders Jon Grannis and Bob Chonka reveal how to turn training into behavior change and build superfan cultures. They unpack their E+I=C formula—Emotion + Information = Communication—and explain why “dramatic edutainment” outperforms lecture-style compliance courses. You’ll hear real stories: a major automaker whose teams started raving about sexual-harassment training, and a lean HR group that delivered ~500

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09:58

Beyond the Cubicle: Fun, Friendship, and Leadership...

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2025/10/21

157 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddie D dives into the pivotal relationship between leadership and culture in the tech industry, drawing from his own experiences from decades ago. He reflects on his early days in the CAD Cam field, where he learned the importance of empowering teams under the guidance of his manager, Tom. Tom's approach of fostering camaraderie through shared experiences, like happy hours and group outings, created a strong culture of teamwork and appreciation. Freddie emphasizes

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32:47

Steven Schneider (Trio SEO) on How to Rank in...

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2025/10/16

Episode 157Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) The search landscape has changed forever. AI search engines—like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Bing Copilot—now rely on classic SEO signals to decide which businesses to recommend.In this episode, Trio SEO Co-Founder Steven Schneider joins Freddy D to reveal how service providers can dominate this new era through a unified strategy called GEO (Generative Engine Optimization). GEO is about positioning your brand where prospects now ask questions—AI chat interfaces—not

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08:27

Freedom: The Business Superfans Engine at Full Power

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2025/10/11

155 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddy D emphasizes the ultimate goal of achieving true freedom in business, where one can step away for weeks while everything continues to run smoothly. He elaborates on how this isn’t just a distant dream but a tangible reality attainable through building a network of superfans—loyal stakeholders who actively support the business. Throughout the episode, he outlines the five stages of the Prosperity Pathway, culminating in the freedom stage, where a business

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08:36

From Stability to Scale — How to Expand Through...

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2025/10/10

154 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddy D dives into the concept of expansion in this enlightening episode, emphasizing how businesses can grow without the burdens of increased weight. He advocates for the creation of business superfans—loyal customers, engaged employees, and supportive partners—as a key strategy to elevate success exponentially. By focusing on client experience and stakeholder advocacy, they explain how to build a sustainable growth engine that runs on retention and referrals, rather

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09:12

From Growth to Control — How to Turn Acceleration...

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2025/10/09

153 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddy D emphasizes the crucial stage of growth in business during this episode, focusing on how to maintain control while accelerating success. He discusses the importance of building a strong foundation of business Super Fans—customers, employees, and partners—who can amplify growth through referrals and reviews. As he dives into the complexities of this acceleration phase, Freddy D highlights the necessity of implementing structured systems to prevent chaos, making

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09:58

From Firefighting to Focus: How to Finally Stabilize...

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2025/10/07

152 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Freddy D dives into the essential strategies for moving a business from chaos to clarity in this insightful episode of the Business Superfans Podcast. He emphasizes that if a business runs more than its owner, it’s time to embrace the concept of creating business superfans—advocates who can significantly enhance success. The discussion centers on the pivotal transitions needed to stabilize operations, focusing on key elements like hiring the right team, establishing

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08:52

Stop the Chaos: The First Step to Taking Back Control...

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2025/10/06

151 Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Feeling like your business is a relentless treadmill? If that resonates, this podcast episode is tailor-made for those stuck in survival mode. Freddy D introduces his Prosperity Pathway, a five-part series designed to help service-based business owners shift to freedom mode, reclaiming their time and energy. He emphasizes the importance of building a loyal community of business superfans — customers, employees, and partners who can elevate your success to new heights

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35:23

From Risk to Revenue: Jeff Holman on Fractional...

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2025/10/05

Episode 150Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) When should founders really call their lawyer? In this episode, Freddy D sits down with Jeff Holman, Founder of Intellectual Strategies, to unpack how fractional legal teams help startups and service providers protect IP, tighten contracts, and move faster—without breaking the bank.If you’ve ever felt that traditional law firms move at the speed of red tape, you’re not alone. Jeff’s fractional model flips the script—offering predictable retainers, proactive

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How Debbie Deknight Helps Service Businesses Protect...

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2025/10/04

Episode 149Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Too many business owners wake up anxious, wondering, “Can I cover payroll this week?”That uncertainty isn’t just stressful—it’s a profitability killer.In this episode of Business Superfans®: The Service Providers Edge, Freddy D sits down with Debbie Deknight, the powerhouse behind Rightway Profits, to tackle the root cause of inconsistent cash flow: reactive money management. Debbie reveals how applying Profit First principles flips the script so you pay

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34:32

Why Leadership Development is Profit Development—with...

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2025/10/03

Episode 148Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Too many businesses promote top performers into leadership roles without preparing them to lead. The result? Micromanagement, toxic cultures, high turnover, and disengaged teams. Jennifer Jensen has seen it firsthand: 60% of new managers fail within their first 24 months because they lack the training and mindset shift needed to lead authentically.What You’ll Learn:Break free from micromanagement and shift from “subject matter expert” to trusted leaderStop toxic

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41:55

Roberto Martinez: Scaling Service Providers through...

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2025/10/02

Episode 147Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Most service providers and small businesses struggle to compete with big-box brands. They’re buried in daily fires, stuck in short-term survival mode, and often left behind when it comes to digitization, AI, and PR. That’s where Roberto Martinez and his team at Braven Agency step in.In this episode of The Business Superfans® Podcast, Roberto shares his mission-driven journey from diplomacy to digital empowerment. He reveals how service providers and small

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34:34

Smarter Review Engagement: George Swetlitz on Scaling...

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2025/09/30

Episode 146Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) For service-based business owners, a single online review can make or break a sale. You invest in advertising, SEO, and social media, but when a potential client searches your business, the very next step they take is reading your reviews. And if they see silence — no response, no engagement — you’ve likely just lost a customer.That’s where George Swetlitz, Co-Founder of Right Response AI, steps in. With decades of experience leading multi-location businesses

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45:30

How Sean Garner Helps Service Businesses Protect...

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2025/09/26

Episode 145How Sean Garner Helps Service Businesses Protect Margins with Smart Marketing Systems Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC Is your marketing agency quietly draining your profits?In this powerful episode of the Business Superfans® Podcast, host Freddy D sits down with marketing strategist and former gym owner Sean Garner, founder of Sean Garner Consulting. Sean's unique journey from frustrated agency client to successful digital marketing expert is packed

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40:35

From 9 Failed Businesses to Franchise Business...

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2025/09/23

Episode 144From 9 Failed Businesses to Franchise Business Success: Tariq Johnson’s Turning Point Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC What turns a client into a lifelong raving fan?In this powerhouse episode of the Business Superfans® Podcast, host Freddy D welcomes Tariq Johnson, founder of Franchise Empire, to explore how franchise business success becomes the catalyst for long-term loyalty, glowing reviews, and powerful referrals.From nine failed businesses before

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39:12

From Chaos to Clarity: Victor Idoko Transforms...

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2025/09/19

Episode 143From Chaos to Clarity: Victor Idoko Transforms Personal and Business Finances that Create Advocates Frederick Dudek (Freddy D) Copyright 2025 Prosperous Ventures, LLC If you’ve ever felt like financial chaos was holding your business back from delivering the experiences your clients deserve, this episode is your turning point. In Episode 143 of the Business Superfans®: The Service Providers Edge podcast, Freddy D sits down with Victor Idoko to explore how transforming both personal and

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