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Business Roundtable

Welcome to the Business Roundtable Podcast, hosted by David Carr of Steward Your Business. This engaging and informative podcast series is dedicated to helping business owners, and entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of running a successful enterprise. Each episode features David Carr and a roster of industry experts, including regular contributors like Curtis Cochran, who bring their wealth of experience in mergers and acquisitions, organizational health, and team building.Dive into discussions

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All Episodes

32:00

ERP Systems Done Right: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes...

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2026/03/31

Choosing the wrong ERP system can cost your business millions.In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr sits down with Danny Kaplan, founder of SMC Data Systems, to unpack what most companies get wrong when selecting enterprise resource planning software — and how to avoid expensive implementation failures. Danny founded SMC Data Systems in 1980 and has helped thousands of mid-market manufacturers and distributors optimize operations, strengthen inventory control, and scale

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48:53

Why Your Marketing Messaging Is Failing and How to...

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2026/03/26

Why do so many companies invest in marketing tools and still get ignored?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr, founder of Steward Your Business, sits down with Ben Baker, strategic communications expert and founder of Your Brand Marketing, to unpack why most outreach fails today — and it is rarely about the tools being used. It is about the alignment, or lack of it, behind the message.Ben brings over twenty-five years of experience helping mid to large size

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45:54

How to Get Seen, Heard, and Remembered: Storytelling,...

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2026/03/19

In a world full of noise, how do you actually stand out?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr, founder of Steward Your Business, sits down with JoJo LaRicci, video strategist, super connector, and media veteran with over six decades of experience, to explore what it really takes to get seen, heard, and remembered in business and in life. JoJo shares her remarkable journey from learning photography at MIT at age eleven, to building recording studios, appearing on MTV,

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43:26

You Don’t Have a People Problem — You Have a System...

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2026/03/05

You don’t have a people problem — you have a system problem that’s showing up as a people problem.In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr, founder of Steward Your Business, sits down with Joel Schwan, founder of Schwan Stratify, to unpack why hiring struggles, burnout, turnover, and workforce chaos are rarely about “bad employees” and almost always about broken or missing systems.With more than 20 years of experience in workforce strategy, HR, and operations, Joel has

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33:59

HR as a Growth Engine: How Talent Strategy Drives...

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2026/03/03

Why do so many business owners see HR as an administrative cost instead of a growth engine?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David Carr is joined by Bruce Nichols, a global HR executive and people-first strategist, to challenge the traditional view of human resources and reframe HR as a profit multiplier and strategic advantage.Drawing from decades of experience across private equity, Fortune 100 companies, startups, and high-growth organizations, Bruce explains why most businesses

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36:04

When Systems Break People: Aligning Leadership,...

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2026/02/26

Why do organizations keep fixing symptoms instead of solving the real problem?In this episode, David Carr sits down with Hanna Bauer, leadership strategist and founder of HEARTnomics, to explore why misalignment between people, systems, and purpose quietly erodes performance, culture, and trust.Drawing from Hanna’s experience as a CEO, board chair, and executive advisor, this conversation examines what happens when organizations rely too heavily on process, technology, or structure without tending

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39:30

Neurodivergent Leadership, ADHD, and AI: Designing...

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2026/01/30

Why do so many capable leaders feel exhausted, unfocused, or misaligned, despite doing everything right? In this episode, David Carr sits down with Sara Gayle, founder of EverKind Strategies, to explore how neurodivergence, burnout, and broken systems quietly undermine leadership effectiveness and what it actually takes to design environments where people can thrive. Drawing from Sara’s journey as a late diagnosed ADHD leader and her work with mission driven organizations, this conversation examines

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37:19

Why Networking Conversations Don’t Convert Into Sales

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2026/01/15

Why do so many networking conversations never turn into real opportunities? In this episode, David Carr examines the leadership dynamics behind stalled conversions and why relationship-driven professionals often struggle to move conversations toward commitment.Inspired by the operating principles of Success Champions Network, this conversation explores how leadership, structure, and accountability shape whether conversations lead to results.David also references the systems-focused leadership behind

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35:01

ESOPs Explained: Succession, Legacy, and Employee...

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2026/01/14

What if exiting your business did not mean selling out your people, your culture, or your legacy?In this episode, David Carr sits down with Kelly Finnell, President of EFS ESOP Consultants and one of the nation’s leading experts on Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), to unpack how employee ownership can be a powerful succession and liquidity strategy for business owners.With more than 40 years of experience helping founders transition ownership, Kelly breaks down what ESOPs actually are, how

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47:28

Your Brand Isn’t Your Logo: Building Clarity and...

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2025/12/16

In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, David W. Carr, founder of Steward Your Business, sits down with Stephanie Simpson, founder of Brand-ification, to explore the powerful intersection of leadership, message clarity, and brand confidence.Stephanie shares her journey from Warner Bros. to launching a brand strategy firm that helps business owners define who they are, what they stand for, and how to communicate it clearly. Together, they unpack why so many professionals struggle to

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41:55

How Storytelling and Web Design Power Business Growth

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2025/12/11

What happens when a lifelong Star Wars fan turns his creative energy toward helping business owners tell better stories?In this episode, David W. Carr of Steward Your Business sits down with Roger Jorns, founder of Reanimation Design, fellow Success Champion Network member, and the creative mind behind the new LightsideCollectibles.com redesign. Roger shares how faith, humor, and storytelling shape his approach to design and how any small-business owner can transform their website into their best

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39:30

The Winning Game Plan: Simplify Strategy and Build...

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2025/12/09

What if your business plan actually worked?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr, founder of Steward Your Business, sits down with Michael Stewart, founder of Business Planning PLUS and a member of Success Champion Networking (SCN). Together, they unpack how to turn your business plan from a static document into a living system that drives growth, alignment, and accountability.Michael shares his powerful football (soccer) analogy — mapping every department to

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37:08

Scaling to $1M Profit Without Burnout with Davis Nguyen

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2025/12/04

In this episode, David W. Carr of Steward Your Business and Davis Nguyen, founder of Purple Circle, share the systems and mindset that help coaches and consultants scale to $1 million in profit—without burning out. They unpack what it really takes to simplify operations, build scalable systems, and create a business that serves your life instead of consuming it. Key takeaways:How clarity beats complexity in business growthThe three pillars of the Purple Circle FrameworkBuilding a company that runs

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30:53

Stop Letting Your CPA Keep You Broke: Strategic...

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2025/12/02

Are you unknowingly paying more in taxes than you should?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David Carr, founder of Steward Your Business, sits down with Catrina M. Craft, CPA — a tax and wealth strategist known for helping entrepreneurs, agencies, and practice owners turn thriving businesses into wealth-building engines.Catrina reveals how her Craft Money Map System helps clients cut tax liability by 25 percent and boost profitability by 20 percent — by shifting from reactive

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32:22

How to Use AI as a Co-Thinker, Not a Competitor

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2025/11/25

What does it mean to co-think with AI instead of fearing it?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr speaks with Philip Topham, Board and Executive AI Advisor, founder of CRAFT Thinking, and co-founder of SavionAI. Philip has published more than 130 essays on AI, is completing a new book on CRAFT Thinking, and helps boards and CEOs turn AI disruption into clarity, foresight, and measurable results.David and Philip explore how small-to-mid-sized professional service

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31:38

The Power of Storytelling in Business with Jennifer...

Business Roundtable ·

2025/11/20

How do you tell stories that move people to action?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr speaks with Jennifer Crosswhite, founder of Tandem Services and an award-winning writer, editor, and ghostwriter. Jennifer helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals harness the power of storytelling to communicate with clarity and impact. Jennifer shares how her career as a novelist and editor shaped her ability to help others craft authentic, engaging narratives that

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34:13

Secrets From a Marketing Pro You Need to Hear!

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2025/11/13

How can small business owners cut through the noise online and create content that actually connects?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr speaks with Moniek James, digital marketing strategist, speaker, and founder of Renegade Creative Media Group. Moniek helps entrepreneurs and small business leaders build visibility and authority with practical, sustainable content strategies.Moniek shares her journey from military service to marketing leadership, and how she now

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41:04

Demystifying ERP and SAP with Chris Carter

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2025/11/11

What does ERP really mean for your business—and why should even small companies care?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr speaks with Chris Carter, four-time best-selling author, global SAP leader, and founder of Approyo. With more than three decades of experience, Chris has guided companies from $3 million startups to billion-dollar enterprises in implementing ERP systems that unify finance, HR, logistics, and operations into one source of truth.Chris shares his

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36:40

The Founder Freedom Flywheel: Mindset, Systems, and...

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2025/11/06

Most business owners eventually hit a ceiling: too many demands, too little time, and a constant pull in every direction. In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr speaks with Justin Lund, entrepreneur, coach, and founder of Propel, about how leaders can break free from bottlenecks and reclaim both their time and their growth.Justin shares his powerful journey—from early success scaling a company to nearly nine figures, to losing tens of millions through poor systems and

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34:01

Scaling Smarter with Strategic Support featuring...

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2025/11/06

Many business owners and nonprofit leaders are overwhelmed by the day-to-day tasks of running their organizations. From bookkeeping to HR, social media to project management, these critical functions can consume valuable time and energy. In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr speaks with Marney Lumpkin, President of Strategic Management & Logistics, about how outsourcing the right tasks creates clarity, capacity, and confidence for leaders.Marney shares her

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