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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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16:48

IAM2570 - Founder Elevates Companies That Have a...

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2025/08/26

Sacha Cohen is the founder of Grassfed Media, a strategic communications agency focused on supporting conscious companies and mission-driven organizations. With a career spanning journalism, branding, PR, and digital strategy, Sacha brings a holistic and values-driven approach to helping clients amplify their message and connect with the right audiences. Her agency has worked with high-profile clients such as National Geographic, the American Kidney Fund, the Partnership for a Healthier

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07:19

IAM2569 - Daily Marathon Training Adventure: Day 225...

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2025/08/25

In this special episode, Gresham’s reflection reveals a deep personal understanding of his franchise broker journey as a long-term process, much like training for a marathon. Gresham shares how trying to push himself too hard — whether running close to four miles or in his business — led to physical and emotional burnout, reminding him that pacing and patience are essential. He acknowledges the importance of continuing to build skills and relationships without feeling pressured to force

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05:40

IAM2568 - Achieving Your Goals with a 12-Week Year

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2025/08/24

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless opens up with a sense of grounded clarity and renewed focus as he begins a new 12-week cycle—his fourth so far. He emphasizes a strong commitment to sales and digital marketing as key priorities, particularly exploring ad campaigns to drive traffic to his newsletter. At the same time, he’s leaving space for creative opportunities, like expanding his CEO Hacks project, which he hopes could become a meaningful income stream. Gresham shares a personal

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07:17

IAM2567 - Navigating the Pressure to Buy Leads

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2025/08/23

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless shares an update about the internal push and pull of staying committed to his path. He recently spoke with a coach who encouraged him to invest in software and buy leads—something he’s been intentionally avoiding since day one. While he understands why many others go that route, he questions its effectiveness, especially since widespread adoption hasn’t necessarily led to widespread success. Gresham explains that he’d rather build something more

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06:19

IAM2566 - Mastering the Art of Broker Meetings

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2025/08/22

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless is having a powerful realization—he’s not just building a business, he’s stepping into his true calling. After connecting with another nearby broker, he sees clearly how fast the Franchise Brokers Association is evolving, moving toward a model that elevates content creators and influencer-type leaders. Gresham is embracing his role as a connector, the person who brings the right people together and tells the stories that matter. He’s exploring the

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16:57

IAM2565 - CEO Leads #1 Rated Headless CMS Platform in...

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2025/08/21

Dominik Angerer is the CEO and co-founder of Storyblok, a leading headless CMS platform used by major brands like Tesla, Netflix, Adidas, and Pizza Hut. He started coding at 15, worked as a freelance developer across Europe, and by 19 was leading teams focused on e-commerce. In 2017, he co-founded Storyblok to solve real content challenges faced by businesses. Since then, the company has grown into a global, fully remote organization with over 230 employees and more than 200,000 users in 130

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16:59

IAM2564 - Creative Content Writer Tells Stories to...

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2025/08/20

Robin Catalano is the founder of Robin Catalano Digital and Content Marketing, where she helps small and mid-sized businesses, particularly women-led brands, discover and express their unique voices through powerful storytelling and smart strategy. Robin has written over 1,000 blog posts, published more than 75 articles, and edited more than 350 books for top-tier publishers like Penguin Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Workman. As the travel editor for Greylock Glass, she explores

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16:52

IAM2563 - Author and Skin Care Doctor Helps Clients...

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2025/08/19

Dr. Trevor Cates is the author of the bestselling book Clean Skin From Within and host of The Spa Dr. Podcast. She’s also the creator of a natural and organic skincare and supplement line designed to support healthy skin from the inside out. Known for her PBS special Younger Skin From Within, Dr. Cates blends her journey of overcoming chronic skin issues with her professional expertise in holistic and integrative medicine. Dr. Cates emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of

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07:07

IAM2562 - Revolutionize Your Recording Experience:...

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2025/08/18

Gresham Harkless shares an update about shifting priorities, the challenges he's facing, and the evolving direction of his business focus. He admits that while he initially intended to dive fully into franchise brokering, he never completely stepped away from his digital marketing business, which has remained his foundation. Now, he sees CEO Hacks taking on a more prominent role as it offers more flexibility and revenue potential, especially through affiliate partnerships and future subscription

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06:59

IAM2561 - Identify Growth Gaps in Your Strategy

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2025/08/17

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless reflects on a strategic shift in his approach to lead generation, moving away from prioritizing quantity to focusing on the quality of leads, particularly in the context of his Google Ads campaign. He initially aimed to collect as many leads as possible, but soon realized that this strategy resulted in mostly low-quality prospects. Gresham emphasizes the importance of finding the right prospects rather than chasing volume and expressed a goal of

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07:15

IAM2560 - Starting Anew: Embrace the Reset Button

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2025/08/16

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless reflects deeply on the concept of starting anew, particularly in light of the uneven success between his digital marketing efforts, which are gaining traction, and his franchise brokering business, which hasn’t met expectations. He emphasizes the difficulty, but necessity of sometimes stopping what’s not working and starting anew, while still leveraging the lessons and small wins gained along the way. Gresham reconnects with the determined, focused

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05:57

IAM2559 - Am I Really Starting Over?

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2025/08/15

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless shares his surprise and disappointment that over 100 generated leads—mostly through Google Ads and Facebook—yielded limited traction, with only about 10 being truly qualified and just 1–2 currently viable. He acknowledges that while the business model requires volume, speed, and a long-term mindset, external factors, like economic uncertainty and personal life events, have significantly influenced lead engagement and conversions. Gresham chooses to

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16:58

IAM2558 - Financial Operations Firm Co-Founder...

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2025/08/14

Kevin Gwynn White is the co-founder of Exbo Group, a financial operations firm that supports early and growth-stage companies in building strong, investor-ready finance functions. With over a decade of experience at Ernst & Young, where he advised C-suite leaders on M&A, growth, and restructuring strategies, Kevin has developed a deep expertise in financial storytelling, strategic planning, and operational scalability. His work at the venture capital firm Rethink Education further

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16:50

IAM2557 - Internet marketer and Blogger Writes about...

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2025/08/13

Marc Andre has been self-employed as an internet marketer and blogger since 2008. He built successful websites in different industries like web design, photography, and finance. Currently, he is working on growing a personal finance blog, VitalDollar.com, where he writes about saving money, managing money, and making money. He discusses the importance of focus in business, prioritizing what truly moves the needle, resisting distractions, and sticking to proven strategies rather than chasing

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16:48

IAM2556 - Motivational Speaker and Coach Ignites...

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2025/08/12

Soulaima Gourani is a globally recognized entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker known for her bold insights on leadership, the future of work, and personal reinvention. With accolades from the World Economic Forum, UN Women, and TED, Soulaima now focuses on preparing women for the future of work through Women Reignite, aiming to help 60 million women transition away from jobs at risk of automation. She emphasizes the importance of taking full responsibility for your career, urging

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06:36

IAM2555 - Is Franchising Right for You?

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2025/08/11

Gresham Harkless shares a powerful reflection on his journey through entrepreneurship, using an early sales training lesson — "I'm not a onesie," as a metaphor to emphasize that entrepreneurship is not one-size-fits-all. He points out that while some individuals thrive by building businesses from scratch, others are better suited for structured, proven systems such as franchising. Gresham explains that franchising is ideal for people who are coachable, system-oriented, and ready to take action,

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06:36

IAM2554 - Embracing the Franchise Journey: Day 213...

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2025/08/10

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless emphasizes the importance of embracing the full journey, specifically the difficult and uncomfortable parts that often signal real growth. He acknowledges that while many people begin a new venture hoping for quick success, true development often doesn't start until the challenges arise — what he refers to as the "failure reps," moments where things get hard and self-doubt creeps in. Gresham recommends that these painful, questioning moments shouldn’t

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04:35

IAM2553 - Franchise Broker Journey: Life on the Run

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2025/08/09

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless reflects on the symbolism of the number 212 — the temperature at which water boils, to illustrate a key truth about progress and transformation. He emphasizes that transformation doesn’t occur because of a single moment, but rather due to the consistent build-up of actions and discipline leading up to it, much like how water only begins to boil after being gradually heated. Gresham expresses a mix of frustration and clarity, acknowledging that while

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06:38

IAM2552 - Simplify Your Life: Refresh and Recharge

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2025/08/08

In this special episode, Gresham Harkless is re-evaluating his direction after realizing that his current goals, including his 12-week plan, may not align with what truly needs his attention. He feels that he has a large network of relationships and leads that he hasn’t fully leveraged and now sees the importance of focusing on cultivating those existing connections. Gresham points out that operationally, things have improved with a stronger team and better systems in place, which allows him

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16:56

IAM2551 - Data Consultancy CEO Helps Equity Firms...

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2025/08/07

Anush Newman is the CEO and co-founder of JMAN Group, a leading data consultancy that specializes in empowering private equity firms and their portfolio companies with data-driven insights and solutions. Founded in 2010, JMAN Group now serves over 88 private equity funds and 152 portfolio companies across 38 countries, with a team of more than 300 consultants. Anush emphasizes the firm's unique ability to integrate disparate data sources into unified, actionable systems, setting a strong

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