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Can I Borrow Your Car?

The Can I Borrow Your Car Podcast is dedicated to transforming how financial advisors and client-focused professionals approach client acquisitions. Drawing on decades of expertise, best-selling books, and industry recognition, the podcast’s mission is to help listeners fill their sales funnel with more ideal clients than they require—by building a referral system rooted in generosity, respect, and genuine care for relationships. Core Themes and Approach Giving, Not Begging: The podcast champions a

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10:47

Design Your Life, Not Just Your Business

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2026/04/10

Most business owners are building for a future that isn’t guaranteed.In this episode of Can I Borrow Your Car?, Mike Garrison breaks down a powerful shift:👉 Stop delaying your life👉 Start designing your business around what actually mattersFrom fly fishing in the middle of the week to building deeper client relationships, this episode is a reminder that:Your life is your greatest marketing assetReal connection beats surface-level networkingAnd the best businesses are built around real humans, not

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11:30

Own It: Reputation, Referrals & Reality

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2026/04/03

This week’s episode of Can I Borrow Your Car? brings together a series of real, unfiltered conversations from Mike Garrison’s “Under the Hood Series.”Inside this episode, Mike tackles a few things that matter more than most people want to admit:Why saying “I’m going to steal that” is the wrong mindset, and what to say insteadThe simplest (and most overlooked) way to generate referralsA hard truth about marketing: organic reach is disappearingWhy word-of-mouth still works, but only if you’re

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28:19

Networking vs. Collaboration (Why Most People Get It...

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2026/03/27

Mostpeoplethinknetworkingistheanswer.It’snot.InthisepisodeofCanIBorrowYourCar?,MikesitsdownwithJimRies—businessdevelopmentleaderandmasterconnector—tobreakdownthedifferencebetweenknowingmorepeopleandknowingpeoplemore.Jimshareshisjourneyfromthefamilyshoebusinesstobecomingakeygrowthdriveratamajorlawfirm—andwhathe’slearnedabouttrust,referrals,andbuildingrelationshipsthatactuallyproduceresults.You’lllearn:WhytrustisthefoundationofeverygreatreferralThedifferencebetweennetworkingandtruecollaborationHowtobui

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36:20

Referrals Fail Without This One Thing

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2026/03/20

Most professionals think referrals are about relationships.They’re wrong.In this episode of Can I Borrow Your Car, Mike sits down with process expert Adi Klevit to unpack the real reason referrals succeed—or fall apart.Because it’s not just about getting the business…It’s about what happens after the sale.They break down:Why sales without delivery is a broken systemThe critical role of handoffs inside your businessHow poor processes quietly kill referralsWhy collaboration needs structure—not just

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14:30

Stop Pretending You're Not in Sales

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2026/03/13

In this episode of Can I Borrow Your Car?, Mike dives into a hard truth many professional advisors avoid:You are in sales whether you admit it or not.Too many professionals hide from the sales process while expecting referrals, introductions, and new clients to magically appear. But successful firms understand that real growth comes from embracing sales as a disciplined, strategic process.Mike breaks down:Why professionals must embrace sales to truly help clients succeedThe danger of becoming a

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24:33

The Execution Age: Why Professional Services Must...

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2026/03/03

We are no longer in the Information Age.And if you’re in professional services, that should make you uncomfortable.In this episode of Can I Borrow Your Car?, Mike unpacks what he believes is the biggest shift facing accounting, legal, consulting, coaching, and financial advisory firms:We are entering the Execution Age.AI isn’t the problem.It’s the symptom.The real challenge?Repricing. Transparency. ROI. Alignment.Mike dives into:Why information is now a commodityThe danger of optimizing an outdated

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01:18:53

Nothing Happens Until You Sell Something with George...

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2026/02/27

What if the real reason advisors struggle… isn’t skill, it’s sales?In this episode of Can I Borrow Your Car?, Mike sits down with George Sandmann, founder of Growth Drive, to unpack what truly separates elite professional advisors from everyone else.George shares his bold strategic intent: helping $1 trillion of private businesses increase strategic capacity. But here’s the catch:Nothing happens until you sell something.They dive deep into:The difference between a qualified client and an ideal

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22:07

You’re Worth More Than 1%, If You Can Prove It

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2026/02/23

In this episode, Mike tackles one of the most uncomfortable topics in professional services: fees.AI is changing buyer behavior.Transparency is reshaping trust.And fee compression is coming whether you like it or not.If you’re an advisor, consultant, CPA, attorney, coach, or firm owner, this episode is a wake-up call.Mike dives into:Why “1%” isn’t the real conversationHow AI is already influencing your prospectsWhy information alone is becoming worthlessThe danger of sunk cost fallacy in your

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22:10

Stop Hiding from Sales (And Start Preparing for...

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2026/02/16

Last week I recorded a series of short videos that turned into something bigger.This episode brings them together into one message:You are in commercial sales.AI is here.And how you buy determines how you’ll be bought from.If you’re a CEPA, attorney, CPA, consultant, financial advisor, or professional service firm selling to business owners, you are in commercial sales whether you like it or not.And if you don’t embrace that? You’ll struggle.In this episode we talk about:Why sales is the only

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43:32

Can I Borrow Your Car? What Happens When You Stop...

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2026/01/09

In this episode, I sit down with my friend, Carl Cox, a “recovering CPA,” strategic thinker, and one of the most authentic leaders I know. What starts as a conversation about strategy quickly turns into something much deeper: faith, fear, identity, and the courage it takes to show up fully as yourself.Carl shares a powerful story about stepping onto a stage, abandoning the polished business persona, and speaking from the heart, and how that single decision transformed his business, his

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14:39

Do You "Need" Social Media to Grow Your Business?

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2025/12/19

Social media isn’t the problem.How we use it is.In this episode, I unpack a paradox I see every day: good people using social media in ways that strip out their humanity. Automation, mass DMs, shallow tactics — all in the name of “marketing.”But here’s the truth: you don’t have to do social media.And if you are doing it, you should do it on purpose.We talk about:Why vision and mission must drive your marketing (not fear or trends)Why social media is a tool — not a Swiss Army knife for everythingHow

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01:07:43

The Shift in Buyer Behavior: Why Your Clients Decide...

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2025/12/12

In this eye-opening episode ofCan I Borrow Your Car?, Mike Garrison sits down with marketing strategist and longtime collaboratorJohn Lusherto break down the latest 6sense Buyer Experience Report — and what itreallymeans for small, elite professional service firms.Buyers are moving upstream. Decisions are being made before a seller ever enters the conversation. 80% of deals now go to a vendor someone on the buying team already knows personally. Meanwhile, AI isn’t replacing research — it’s

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43:08

Ideal Client Acquistion and Why it Matters

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2025/11/14

In this episode of Can I Borrow Your Car?, Podcast, I sit down with my good friend and marketing partner, John Lusher, founder of The Social Buzz Lab, to talk about one of the most misunderstood, yet absolutely vital, parts of business growth: Ideal Client Acquisition.We dig into what it really means to define your ideal client, why so many business owners get it wrong, and how refining your focus can transform not only your marketing, but your entire business.From sales and systems to the role

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13:22

The New Scarcity: Meaning, Trust, and Ideal Clients...

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2025/11/07

In this episode of the Can I Borrow Your Car? Podcast, Mike discusses the dual nature of AI, exploring its potential to simplify life while also questioning the authenticity of relationships and trust in a world increasingly influenced by technology. Mike also emphasizes the importance of human connections that cannot be replicated or replaced by AI.TakeawaysAI has the potential to simplify life for many.The impact of AI on content creation is significant.Real-world relationships cannot be replaced

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06:59

Can I Borrow Your Car? Marketing with Soul

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2025/10/31

In today’s tech-driven world, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. In this episode, Mike challenges entrepreneurs, advisors, and professional service providers to ask a deeper question — does your marketing feed your soul?He explores how to build significance while building your business, why tactics alone will never replace relationships, and how true growth starts with being human. Drawing parallels from fly fishing to referral marketing, Mike shares why marketing without soul might

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31:46

Building Relationships Beyond Profit with Mike Cook

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2025/10/10

In this episode of Can I Borrow Your Car?, I sit down with my longtime friend Mike Cook—entrepreneur, rancher-at-heart, and author of People & Profit—to talk about collaboration, referrals, and why vendors are people first, not just line items. We dig into the faith-driven mindset behind serving everyone who touches your business (customers, employees, vendors, stakeholders), and how an abundance + stewardship framework creates healthier profit.Mike shares his “first day in outside sales”

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47:56

Bob Goldsmith: Investment Banking & Exit Planniing

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2025/10/03

In this encore episode of The Can I Borrow Your Car Podcast, Mike talks with Bob Goldsmith, founder of Northern Edge Advisors, to discuss the intricacies of investment banking, the importance of trust in financial transactions, and the role of financial advisors in guiding business owners through mergers and acquisitions. Bob shares insights on valuation, the need for proactive investment bankers, and the significance of building strong relationships with clients. The conversation emphasizes the

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15:07

The Power and Necessity of Authenticity in...

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2025/09/26

In this episode of the Can I Borrow Your Car? podcast, Mike discusses the complexities of building business relationships through referrals. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and understanding personal differences in collaboration. Mike shares insights on how to navigate these differences while maintaining genuine connections and the significance of sharing one's story in professional settings.TakeawaysDoing business by referral can be challenging.Not everyone is compatible for

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39:54

Collaboration is the New Competitive Edge

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2025/09/19

In this engaging conversation, Mike is joined by Tina Corner Stolz to explore the transformative power of collaboration in business. They discuss the importance of explicit roles and agreements, the impact of AI on collaboration, and the necessity of authenticity in building strong partnerships. The dialogue emphasizes that collaboration is not just a strategy but a vital component for personal and professional growth, urging listeners to start their collaborative journeys without delay.Key

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12:55

In the Age of AI, Referrals Will Still Be Relevant

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2025/09/12

In this episode of the Can I Borrow Your Car? Podcast, Mike discusses the transformative impact of AI on customer relationships and decision-making processes. He emphasizes the importance of trust and personal connections in business, particularly through referrals. Garrison shares insights on how to navigate the evolving landscape of AI in marketing and sales, advocating for a proactive approach to building relationships with clients. He encourages listeners to leverage their existing networks and

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