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CEO Podcasts: CEO Chat Podcast + I AM CEO Podcast Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co

CEO Podcasts consists of CEO Chat (CC), I AM CEO (IAM) & CBNation.TV (TV) podcast episodes. Value-packed episode including interviews & resources for CEOs, entrepreneurs, startups founders & business owners. The CEO Chat episodes are our long-form episodes w/ interviews and digital marketing resources. The I AM CEO episodes are laser focused (about 16 min.) w/ interviews & a discussion about what it means to be a CEO. Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co. Hosted by Gresham W. Harkless Jr.

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14:39

IAM2409 - DMV Entrepreneur Specializes in Modern...

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2025/03/18

Crystale Spearman is the founder of Eye Imagery, a photography business primarily focused on headshots for entrepreneurs and business owners. Crystale organizes a monthly event called “Smize and Socialize” for female entrepreneurs, business owners, and bloggers, where they can network and get free headshots. Crystale discusses Eye Imagery, focusing on her work with headshots, primarily for entrepreneurs and business owners who need professional photos for business cards, websites, and social

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07:24

IAM2408 - Franchise Broker Journey: Overcoming Day 36...

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2025/03/17

Gresham Harkless shares the harsh truth about sales in entrepreneurship – not every conversation will lead to a sale. It's crucial to accept that not every potential client will become a customer, no matter how much effort is put into the process. Gresham discusses how candidates sometimes get cold feet due to the perceived risks, even when they see the opportunity and believe in the business. He reflects on how often sales that seem certain don’t close, while those that seem unlikely can

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07:10

IAM2407 - Franchise Success: Embracing Challenges

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2025/03/16

Gresham Harkless discusses how challenging it can be to stay motivated, even when doing something like working out. He compares this to the challenges faced in business, such as losing clients, broken systems, and missed deals. He emphasizes the importance of not comparing oneself to others, which can lead to frustration and distraction. Gresham shares a lesson from a coach who identified three types of people: starters, maintainers, and finishers. Throughout the journey, Gresham mentions

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07:21

IAM2406 - Revitalize Your Routine!

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2025/03/15

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless mentions how impatience can be both a superpower and a downfall for entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs often want success quickly, but sometimes they give up or pivot too soon before seeing the long-term results. Gresham notes that consistency is significant in business success, particularly in franchising. He refers to people with backgrounds in the military or government often succeeding in franchising due to their ability to execute tasks

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17:00

IAM2405 - Branding Expert Helps Small Businesses...

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2025/03/14

Dan Craddock is a serial entrepreneur, running Sure Shot Screen Printing, launching a brewery called The Barking Barley, and having a creative agency, Metro Nova Creative. Dan has been in the design and branding world for over 20 years. He’s passionate about making branding accessible to small business owners to help them succeed, believing that their success directly impacts community growth. Dan shares his approach to educating clients about the branding process. He points out that while

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16:53

IAM2404 - Wellness Coach Helps People Experience...

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2025/03/13

Chloe Markham is an award-winning wellness coach, yoga teacher, and joyful living coach. She is the founder of The Yoga Revolution and Joy Unplugged, programs designed to promote mindfulness, movement, and mindset to help people experience happiness every day. Chloe launched a Substack six months ago, where she writes about wellness, joy, and mindfulness, and she encourages others to join her there as it serves as an antidote to social media. She describes herself as a "modern-day classical

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14:31

IAM2403 - Marketing Consultant and Founder Provides...

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2025/03/12

Ashley Mason founded Dash of Social, a digital marketing consultancy specializing in social media management, SEO, paid ads, and public relations. She focuses on service-based businesses. Outside of work, she enjoys running and reading. Ashley explains how Trello has been a game-changer in her business. Initially a pen-and-paper person, she switched to digital tools for project management and loves the visual, creative aspect of Trello. Ashley emphasizes the importance of networking,

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17:00

IAM2402 - Founder and Civil Rights Attorney Focuses...

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2025/03/11

Kisha A. Brown is a passionate civil rights attorney and the founder/CEO of Justis Connection, an online platform designed to connect lawyers of color with communities needing legal resources. She has extensive experience across the federal, state, local, nonprofit, and private sectors and focuses on civil rights, police reform, and empowerment. Kisha realizes that people often ask for legal referrals, but the process is inefficient, requiring multiple steps and often not connecting people of

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07:13

IAM2401 - Unleashing the Power Within: Running Journey

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2025/03/10

Gresham Harkless shares that he wasn't always a runner and didn't enjoy it initially, but he started running after the tragic loss of a friend's daughter to cancer. This motivated him to participate in his first long-distance run for the Lynn Marie Foundation. Gresham emphasizes the importance of "running your own race," focusing on personal growth rather than comparing yourself to others. He found peace in this mindset, recognizing that progress comes with consistent practice. Running became a

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07:17

IAM2400 - Franchise Broker Challenges: Day 32 Insights

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2025/03/09

Gresham Harkless reflects on the challenges and transitions he's facing in his entrepreneurial journey, particularly as a franchise broker. He mentions the potential loss of a client, which could impact his team and business. Gresham discusses the unpredictable nature of business and life, likening it to a plate of spaghetti, where things often change unexpectedly. He acknowledges the difficulty of losing clients, especially when the client had previously expressed optimism for the future. While

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07:06

IAM2399 - Embrace Rest and Community on Your Broker...

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2025/03/08

Gresham Harkless shares that he takes Wednesdays as a rest day, which he feels is crucial for recharging. He compares his need for rest to Jesus taking time off from his miracles, emphasizing the importance of rest in any journey. Gresham reflects on his sales experience, explaining that rejection and indirect communication are part of the process. Gresham reminds the importance of having a supportive environment and a positive network to stay motivated. He emphasizes the need to stay

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16:58

IAM2398 - Founder Helps Companies with AI-Driven...

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2025/03/07

Volodymyr (Vlad) Panchenko is a seasoned entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the gaming industry and artificial intelligence. He's the founder and CEO of Portal.ai, an AI-driven platform designed to act as a COO and CMO for businesses, transforming how companies approach marketing and operations. Vlad founded DMarket, a platform for trading in-game items, which was acquired by Mythical Games in 2023. Vlad highlights the significance of managing mental health and building a

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16:47

IAM2397 - Founder Offers Viable Alternative in...

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2025/03/06

Darrick Horton is the founder and CEO of TensorWave, a leading AI compute and cloud solutions company based in Las Vegas, Nevada. He has a strong background in technology and has led successful startups focusing on data centers, cloud infrastructure, and semiconductor tech. Darrick shares his early career at Lockheed Martin, where he worked on nuclear fusion technologies, but found the corporate structure limiting. Darrick emphasizes the importance of understanding the balance between business,

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10:43

IAM2396 - Host of EOFire Shows the World the Power of...

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2025/03/05

John Lee Dumas, the founder and host of EO Fire (Entrepreneurs On Fire), an award-winning podcast with over 1,400 episodes and seven figures in annual revenue. John explains how EO Fire has grown over the years, with 2,000 episodes and over 75 million listens to date. He discusses the importance of providing value to the world, knowing that success will follow. John emphasizes time blocking and how he uses Parkinson's Law to ensure focused and efficient work. Additionally, John values the

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13:42

IAM2395 - Chief Instructor Dedicated to Keeping Women...

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2025/03/04

Patti Stewart is a proud mom, owner, and chief instructor at Defense in Heels, a program dedicated to keeping women and children safe. Patti is a former model, and an internationally certified self-defense instructor, passionate about educating others, especially women and kids, on self-defense. Her mission is to change crime statistics by empowering individuals to protect themselves. Patti shares her journey of starting Defense in Heels and her passion for weapons and martial arts. She also

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07:14

IAM2394 - Mastering Time and Effort with Pareto &...

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2025/03/03

Gresham Harkless shares his journey as a franchise broker, focusing on time management, entrepreneurship, and starting a business. He emphasizes that many people delay taking action because they feel they need to have everything perfect and all their time available. Gresham highlights the importance of focusing on the key activities that produce the most significant results rather than trying to do everything. Gresham also discusses Parkinson's Law, which suggests that work expands to fill

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04:55

IAM2393 - Capture the Essence of Thanksgiving Moments

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2025/03/02

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless shares how he was reminded that when people pray or manifest things, the answers may not come in the way they expect. Gresham emphasizes the importance of being open to God's answers, even if they don’t align with one's expectations or desired methods. He discusses his entrepreneurial journey, particularly in the franchise world, and how he’s learning to focus on the “why” of his goals rather than the “how.” Moreover, Gresham is excited about the

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06:09

IAM2392 - Unveiling Day 28: Franchise Broker Chronicles

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2025/03/01

Gresham Harkless reflects on his journey as he approaches the 30-day mark of his current business phase, feeling like time has moved quickly. Gresham shares that he feels a bit "in-between," trying to transition but unsure whether he can meet his goal by the end of the year, as he initially intended. He mentions a podcast he hosted about being an AI-first company, discussing how AI can help humans focus on more meaningful tasks rather than replace them. Gresham emphasizes the importance of

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17:00

IAM2391 - Founder Helps Business Owners with Growth...

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2025/02/28

Renita Wolf is the founder of Poe Wolf Partners, a consulting firm focused on helping mid-market businesses with growth and operational improvements. Renita specializes in business exit planning, focusing on presale preparation to ensure companies are well-prepared before approaching potential buyers or investors. Renita emphasizes the importance of advance preparation—giving clients time to shore up any weaknesses and get their businesses ready for sale. Her unique approach lies in

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16:54

IAM2390 - Chief Revenue Officer Bridges the Financial...

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2025/02/27

James Hatfield is the Chief Revenue Officer at Liveswitch and with extensive leadership experience in companies like IQVIA and Sageworks. Liveswitch uses instant video to drive less, give more estimates, assess issues remotely, pre-qualify leads better, and document your work. With a simple click and no apps, LiveSwitch Contact is the fastest and easiest way to connect with customers and team members to make more money and save time. James co-founded a company that turned financial statements into

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