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Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business

Brian Lofrumento

Brian Lofrumento reveals everything you need to go from wantrepreneur – or someone who WANTS to own their own business – to a money-making, action-taking entrepreneur. Discover exactly how to start a business and build a raving audience of fans and customers who want to buy your stuff, and learn exactly how to best serve your customers and clients by building a customer-centric line of products and services. Brian has built multiple six-figure businesses, including a six-figure SEO agency at the age

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34:26

1268: Growth Isn't Guesswork: The Blueprint for...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/13

In this powerhouse episode, revenue growth architect Jen Manswell dismantles the myth that business growth is a game of chance. With the powerful mantra "growth isn't guesswork," Jen shares her framework for building predictable, scalable, and repeatable revenue systems. She reveals why connecting marketing, sales, and finance is non-negotiable for creating a true revenue engine, not just a cost center. For any wantrepreneur or entrepreneur tired of chasing trends and ready for a

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20:54

1267: Is it all plugged in? This is the truth about...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/12

Ever wonder why some entrepreneurs can launch a podcast, website, or social media channel and see immediate traction, while others do the same things for months or even years with nothing to show for it? In this Solo Sunday episode, Brian Lofrumento dives deep into one of the most common—and costly—misunderstandings in business: the difference between a tool and an engine. Brian reveals that success isn't about having the best tools (like a podcast, a website, or even AI). It's about building...

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32:33

1266: Stop Frankenstein-ing Your Tech Stack... Here's...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/11

In this episode, Brian sits down with Victoria Balkissoon and Matthew Proetsch, the co-founders of NightShift Codes, a software engineering company that started by helping local businesses streamline their operations. They share their incredible journey from working as civilian scientists for the U.S. Navy to building a thriving company that solves real-world business problems with custom code. Victoria and Matt reveal how their complementary skills—her creative front-end expertise and his back-end

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31:05

1265: Your Next AI Engineer is an AI: The Future of...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/10

In a world saturated with general AI tools like ChatGPT, Eshan Chordia is carving a new path for entrepreneurs. As the founder and CEO of Impulse AI, he's on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence and make it a powerful, accessible tool for everyone—no coding skills required. This episode dives deep into the world of custom AI, explaining why specialized models trained on your own data can solve business problems that generic tools can't touch. For any wantrepreneur or entrepreneur

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41:16

1264: From Pennies a Day to a $2M/year Business (and...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/09

Tim Cassidy shares his incredible journey from a 14-year career as a "clipboard commando" for the federal government to co-founding Online CE Credits, a seven-figure online education platform. Tim gets brutally honest about the realities of scaling a business, detailing the inflection points, the mental toll, and the near-crippling fear that comes with downturns after periods of massive success. This episode is a masterclass in perseverance, revealing how Tim’s company experienced 350%

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31:16

1263: The Counterintuitive Secret to Attracting...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/08

Tired of only talking to your accountant during the stressful tax season? Garrett Paul is here to completely change your perspective. With a powerhouse background in sales, Garrett brings a unique, growth-oriented mindset to the world of accounting as the co-founder of a CPA and Business Advisory firm. He reveals how pairing complementary skills—like sales and technical expertise—can create an unstoppable business partnership.This episode is a masterclass in building a business that thrives on

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30:59

1262: The Hidden Leak Sinking Your Business (And How...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/07

Every business, regardless of size, struggles with a costly disconnect between their sales and finance systems. This gap leads to revenue leakage, delayed payments, and poor business visibility. In this episode, Sandra Bustos, founder and CEO of Meshly, breaks down how she’s tackling this universal problem head-on. She shares her journey from being a "dot connector" in major tech companies to building a solution that acts as a "Google Translate" between go-to-market and finance

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32:11

1261: From Firefighter to Founder: How a Side Hustle...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/06

From firefighter and paramedic to the CEO of a multi-location lighting company, Chris Rios shares the gritty details of how he turned a simple side hustle into a thriving, multi-service business. His journey with Ultra Shine Holiday Lights is a masterclass in grit, strategic growth, and the power of continuous learning. This episode is packed with value for any entrepreneur feeling stuck, as Chris breaks down how he navigated pricing a premium service in a small town, leveraged technology to manage

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19:43

1260: This frustrated me... and I know you'll get it!

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/05

Ever had a no-show for a big call, a proposal go unanswered, or a launch fall flat, leaving you feeling utterly frustrated? In this raw and real Solo Sunday episode, Brian pulls back the curtain after a frustrating no-show experience of his own. Instead of just venting, he reveals how these moments of annoyance are actually powerful trigger points for massive growth. He shares the exact mindset shift that turns frustration into innovation, and walks through real-life examples from his busines...

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33:59

1259: The Scrappy Founder's Playbook: Turning...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/04

In this raw and inspiring conversation, Brian sits down with DevRaj Patel, the first-generation Indian American founder behind Jivati, the first Indian-inspired beverage brand in the US. Dev shares the unfiltered story of Jivati's creation, from the initial idea to navigating massive hurdles, including a formulator who disappeared with $10,000, and having his product rejected by federal regulators. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, scrappy problem-solving, and the power of building a

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34:41

1258: The Hospitality Secret to Sales That Don't Feel...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/03

Tired of the constant pressure to be "salesy"? This episode flips the script on traditional sales by revealing how a hospitality-first mindset can create sustainable, long-term growth. Sales expert Shelley Mann shares her unique journey from the hotel industry to sales consulting, offering a fresh perspective that prioritizes service, relationship-building, and genuine understanding over aggressive closing tactics. This episode is a must-listen for any founder struggling with the

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32:32

1257: How to Blend Corporate Structure and...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/02

This episode features a truly unique and inspiring story: the mother-daughter duo behind Corporate Coach & Co. (C3), a business that’s been thriving for over 32 years. Carrie Mayers, the "accidental entrepreneur" founder, shares her journey of building a powerhouse consulting firm purely on referrals, while her daughter, Sam Mayers, explains her intentional leap from the hyper-structured corporate world of PwC to join the family business. This conversation is a masterclass in blending

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35:57

1256: The Bitcoin Boat Hasn't Sailed (Yet!)... Here's...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/10/01

Matthew Halfacre, a 25-year trading veteran and multi-time entrepreneur, joins the show to completely demystify the world of Bitcoin and digital assets. He breaks down the complex shift of Bitcoin from a volatile, speculative asset into a Treasury-style reserve asset, much like digital gold. Matthew explains why the boat for crypto investing hasn’t sailed yet—in fact, it’s just leaving the shore. This episode is a masterclass for entrepreneurs on how to gain a competitive edge through deep

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34:38

1255: From 5 to 50 Employees: Your Guide to Scaling...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/09/30

Tired of thinking of HR as just paperwork and a necessary evil? In this episode, 20-year HR veteran Melanie Parrish flips the script, revealing how to transform your people strategy from a dreaded cost center into a powerful growth driver. She explains that for small businesses, people solutions aren't about bureaucracy; they're about building a customized, intentional foundation that scales culture, retains top talent, and directly fuels your bottom line. This episode is packed with

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37:30

1254: Become a MASTER OF YOUR CRAFT and authority...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/09/29

Tired of hearing that your industry is "dead"? In this episode, David Drucker, a 42-year veteran of the printing world, proves that mastery and innovation can make any craft thrive. He shares his incredible journey of starting a business at 23 with no experience, navigating three major economic crises, and reinventing himself from a local shop to a global influencer. David explains why your clients "don't know what they don't know" and how educating them is your biggest

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18:54

1253: NOTHING works.

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/09/28

Ever find yourself saying (or thinking) that a certain strategy just “doesn’t work anymore”? Whether it’s Facebook Ads, SEO, or cold outreach, it’s easy to blame the platform when you don’t see results. In this powerful Solo Sunday episode, Brian calls out this dangerous mindset for what it is: an excuse that lets you off the hook. He argues that no channel, strategy, or tactic works unless WE do. This episode is a crucial reminder that you are the single most important variable in your busin...

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32:59

1252: How to Stop Being the Busiest Person in Your...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/09/27

Are you building a business or just creating a high-stress job for yourself? Christy Cox, founder of VeriScale, joins the show to share how she went from building a misaligned multimillion-dollar company to creating a business that fuels her dream lifestyle of traveling the country in a camper with her family. This episode is a masterclass in how to escape the "founder's trap," where you become the single biggest bottleneck to your own growth. Christy breaks down her Founder Freedom

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38:05

1251: From NBA Coach to AI Pioneer: The Secret to...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/09/26

Former NBA shooting instructor Wesley Horne reveals the gritty, unglamorous truth behind elite performance and entrepreneurial success. He shares his incredible journey from coaching pros to becoming a tech pioneer, driven by seeing players lose multi-million dollar contracts over correctable flaws. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and taking the path of most resistance to build something truly impactful.For wantrepreneurs and entrepreneurs, Wesley’s story is a powerful

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36:24

1250: The Future of AI is Video! Here's How to Get...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/09/25

In this episode, Brian sits down with brothers and co-founders Sagar and Vishal Gandhi to explore the next frontier of artificial intelligence: video. Forget just transcribing your content; Sagar and Vishal are building the technology at JoySpace AI to understand the people, objects, actions, and emotions within your videos at scale. They reveal how 75% of all video data sits unused on servers and how entrepreneurs can tap into this goldmine—from sales calls and webinars to marketing videos—to

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33:20

1249: Is Your Business Ready to Sell? This M&A Expert...

Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your... ·

2025/09/24

Ever dream of selling your business for a life-changing sum or acquiring another company to fast-track your growth? This episode demystifies the intimidating world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A). We're joined by Brad Bostic, an M&A expert who went from a corporate career to launching his own firm, Bostic Advisory, after an unexpected layoff. Brad breaks down the complex process of buying and selling companies into actionable advice for entrepreneurs at any stage. You'll learn

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