Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

How To Brand Your Way to Billions with Theresa Pantanella (Episode 140)

 “It was a little more exciting to me than what color nail polish I should have on and talking about boys.” When it comes to marketing- it’s easy to get caught up in sales figures and ROI. But for Theresa Pantanella, the owner of an all-female marketing agency, branding and storytelling are just as important.  In this episode, Theresa breaks down her entrepreneurial journey, from starting her first business in her early twenties to becoming a successful direct response marketer. Sharing h...

The Truth Behind Chat GPT and Business Growth with Kole Whitty (Episode 139)

“People have it backward- they think it’s going to get in the way of connection.” The topic of AI is nothing short of controversial in today’s business landscape.  But when it comes to Chat GPT, Kole Whitty is living proof that this technology is most certainly a force for good. In this episode, Kole breaks down how she has used Chat GPT to fuel her business growth and the growth of her clients. From explaining how she’s used AI to connect people to their past loved ones to sharing how s...

The Art of Conscious Sales Mastery with Oliver Wolf (Episode 138)

“I am just as excited for someone to truly tell me no as I am for them to truly tell me yes.”  If you’re tired of the old-school, pushy sales tactics that leave both you and your customers feeling uncomfortable, you NEED to hear about conscious sales- a new approach to selling based on authenticity, connection, and mutual respect. In this episode, we sit down with Oliver Wolf, a lifelong entrepreneur and co-founder of Beyond the Peak, a company that is leading the charge in conscious sales...

Leveraging The Power of PR through Podcasting with Jeremy Slate (Episode 137)

“Podcasts are the best vehicle to get PR attention.” Meet Jeremy Slater, a renegade and renowned podcaster since 2015, when his debut episode of Create Your Own Life aired. Quickly growing to over 10,000 listeners within the first couple weeks of airing, his podcasting expertise striked the interest of many. When others began asking for his help, an organic start to his company, Command Your Brand took way. From his own speedy deliverance into the world of public relations and from the he...

The Art of Making Successful Businesses With Holly & Chad Octstadt (Episode 136)

“It’s been a dance of merging our gifts together and making it really impactful for our clients” Meet Holly and Chad Ockstadt, co-founders of Quantum Impact, a coaching and consulting firm that helps business leaders and entrepreneurs develop the skills and strategies they need to build their companies and reach success. In this episode, the duo shares their story of how they came together to create Quantum Impact and the unique partnership they’ve built throughout their business. They al...

Holly & Chad Octstadt on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

“It’s been a dance of merging our gifts together and making it really impactful for our clients” Meet Holly and Chad Ockstadt, co-founders of Quantum Impact, a coaching and consulting firm that helps business leaders and entrepreneurs develop the skills and strategies they need to build their companies and reach success. In this episode, the duo shares their story of how they came together to create Quantum Impact and the unique partnership they’ve built throughout their business. They al...

Kevin Snow and Donnie Boivin on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

“My wife asked, ‘Why don’t you fix everything that people hate about networking and literally change how the world networks? Seven days later we launched Success Champion.’” Meet Donnie Boivin and Kevin Snow, co founders of the revolutionary networking group, Success Champion Networking. Together, these polar opposite friends are making a lasting impact in the world of networking by providing a unique platform for professionals to meet and connect. In this episode, the duo shares their sto...

Connecting Professionals Through Networking With Kevin Snow and Donnie Boivin (Episode 135)

“My wife asked, ‘Why don’t you fix everything that people hate about networking and literally change how the world networks? Seven days later we launched Success Champion.’” Meet Donnie Boivin and Kevin Snow, co founders of the revolutionary networking group, Success Champion Networking. Together, these polar opposite friends are making a lasting impact in the world of networking by providing a unique platform for professionals to meet and connect. In this episode, the duo shares their sto...

Improving Life Starts From a Good Sleep With Robin Westerlund (Episode 134)

“I saw some exotic cars and some big houses and I thought, I want that.” Meet Robin Westerlund. Robin is an incredibly motivated entrepreneur who specializes in helping people get better sleep. For the past four years, he has been working hard to build his business and create a life he loves. In today’s episode, Robin shares his journey from selling cookies at 13 to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He talks about how he followed his passions and took risks to create the career he wanted...

Robin Westerlund on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

“I saw some exotic cars and some big houses and I thought, I want that.” Meet Robin Westerlund. Robin is an incredibly motivated entrepreneur who specializes in helping people get better sleep. For the past four years, he has been working hard to build his business and create a life he loves. In today’s episode, Robin shares his journey from selling cookies at 13 to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He talks about how he followed his passions and took risks to create the career he wanted...

Joe Graham on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

Joe Graham on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

Helping Other Businesses Level-up With Joe Graham (Episode 133)

“Figure out what your customer needs, and not what you want to sell them.” Joe Graham is a highly regarded sales expert known for his expertise in business strategy. With a proven track record, he has become a trusted figure for individuals seeking reliable guidance in this field. During this podcast, Joe revealed that his entrepreneurial inclination was evident from an early age. His passion for selling candy bars as a child foreshadowed his future path as an entrepreneur. The turning po...

Anthony Aramini on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

Anthony Aramini on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

How Coaching Can Change Lives With Anthony Aramini (Episode 132)

“Sales is the most entrepreneurial job you can be in. If you want to be an entrepreneur, sales is first, everything else is after. There is no business, if there is no sales.” In today’s podcast, Anthony Aramini, a respected coach, graciously opened up about his personal journey. He discusses his transition from being a college student to making the bold decision of leaving his studies behind to fully pursue his newfound passion for coaching. During the discussion, Anthony shared the compe...

Paul Edwards on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold - (Episode 131)

Helping Others Thrive With Paul Edwards (Episode 131)

“Are you serving your fellow human beings to the point that they value what you do, and will open up their wallets to have what you offer?” In this podcast episode, Paul Edwards, the CEO and Founder of Emissary Publishing and the author of the book "Influencer Networking Secrets." Paul generously shared his personal journey, shedding light on his path to becoming the successful entrepreneur he is today. He initially pursued a career as an insurance agent, only to realize that it wasn't t...

Healthy Dads Can Make a Difference With Cam Hall (Episode 130)

“I need to teach more men to take control of their health, their fitness, and how to be more present with their families.” In the latest episode of Today’s Business Leaders, we feature Cam Hall, the Founder and facilitator of “Dads Making a Difference.” Cam Hall is a coach who generously shares his journey of becoming an entrepreneur. One of Cam's notable ventures is "Fight the Dad Bod," a business dedicated to assisting fathers in achieving better fitness and overall health. However, Ca...

Cam Hall on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold - (Episode 130)

Cam Hall on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

Adam Liette on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold - (Episode 129)

Adam Liette on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold - (Episode 129)

Helping Businesses Thrive With Adam Liette (Episode 129)

“I fell in love with the whole online marketing industry.” You won't want to miss today's podcast episode featuring Adam Liette from Smooth Operations. He's an incredible coach for operators and he's going to take us on a fascinating journey through his path to becoming an entrepreneur. Believe it or not, Adam's story starts with him being a member of a band and serving in the military. But that's not where it ends! He transitioned into becoming a tactician and eventually found his true ca...

Becoming the Master in Your Field With Aaron Antillon (Episode 127)

“It was like fitting a square peg into a round hole.” Meet Aaron Antillon. He is a remarkably skilled man with a choppy entrepreneurial journey and a certified DISC Master Trainer and Coach, who has delivered well over 1,500 paid presentations to corporations, professional associations and non-profit organizations, empowering them with foundational and critical skills. In today’s episode, Aaron shares how he used ONE master certification to build a multiple six-figure training and coachin...

Tom Gaddis on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold - (Episode 128)

From magician to entrepreneur… Meet Tom Gaddis. Tom is a super unique man and an entrepreneurial genius, whether he wants to admit it or not. Now, he helps everyday people follow their entrepreneurial passions and become successful without stumbling as much as he did. In today’s episode, Tom shares a lot of fascinating history about his life and unique entrepreneurial journey, ranging from his time at Olive Garden to a magic-themed restaurant, plus much more. In the process, he not only t...

Aaron Antillon on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold - (Episode 127)

“It was like fitting a square peg into a round hole.” Meet Aaron Antillon. He is a remarkably skilled man with a choppy entrepreneurial journey and a certified DISC Master Trainer and Coach, who has delivered well over 1,500 paid presentations to corporations, professional associations and non-profit organizations, empowering them with foundational and critical skills. In today’s episode, Aaron shares how he used ONE master certification to build a multiple six-figure training and coachin...

The Power of Flexibility in Building a Business With Tom Gaddis (Episode 128)

From magician to entrepreneur… Meet Tom Gaddis. Tom is a super unique man and an entrepreneurial genius, whether he wants to admit it or not. Now, he helps everyday people follow their entrepreneurial passions and become successful without stumbling as much as he did. In today’s episode, Tom shares a lot of fascinating history about his life and unique entrepreneurial journey, ranging from his time at Olive Garden to a magic-themed restaurant, plus much more. In the process, he not only t...

How to Avoid Creating Poverty for Yourself With Brandon Neely (Episode 126)

“If you want to be rich, don’t start a coffee shop.” We have a special guest on today’s podcast, Brandon Neely from Wealth Wisdom Financial Partners— a very passionate individual focused on educating entrepreneurs on their finances to help them avoid creating poverty for themselves. In this episode, he shares a dramatic story of how his coffee shop was practically left in ruins after a freak 30-minute storm during a roof replacement. Plus, he tells us how he bounced back and so much more...

Brandon Neely on Today's Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold - (Episode 126)

“If you want to be rich, don’t start a coffee shop.” We have a special guest on today’s podcast, Brandon Neely from Wealth Wisdom Financial Partners— a very passionate individual focused on educating entrepreneurs on their finances to help them avoid creating poverty for themselves. In this episode, he shares a dramatic story of how his coffee shop was practically left in ruins after a freak 30-minute storm during a roof replacement. Plus, he tells us how he bounced back and so much more...

The Secret to Profiting From Content With Luis & Luis of BIZBROS (Episode 125)

We’re switching things up on this episode of Today’s Business Leaders with TWO guests for the first time ever. We are meeting with both of the Luis brothers–yes real brothers! Their brand story began long before most of ours- as they weren’t even out of diapers when this business partnership sparked. It may have been long ago, but one thing about Luis & Luis remained true throughout, their passion and drive to build something big.  When completing college, trying to start their own vinyl st...

The Secret to Profiting From Content With Luis & Luis of BIZBROS - (Episode 125)

We’re switching things up on this episode of Today’s Business Leaders with TWO guests for the first time ever. We are meeting with both of the Luis brothers–yes real brothers! Their brand story began long before most of ours- as they weren’t even out of diapers when this business partnership sparked. It may have been long ago, but one thing about Luis & Luis remained true throughout, their passion and drive to build something big.  When completing college, trying to start their own vinyl st...

How to Help Your Kids Love Math With Adrianne Meldrum - (Episode 124)

We are here with Today’s Business Leaders, Gabe Arnold and Adrianne Meldrum, to discuss how we can make a difference with our children’s education and life by multi-sensory learning of math. – Where the kids will actually enjoy it! Could you imagine…enjoy math? Think of the possibilities that will open for them! Coming from a line of visionaries like her father, Adrianne wasn’t sure of following her own into the business world. This uncertainty continued even after she made efforts to promot...

How to Help Your Kids Love Math With Adrianne Meldrum (Episode 124)

We are here with Today’s Business Leaders, Gabe Arnold and Adrianne Meldrum, to discuss how we can make a difference with our children’s education and life by multi-sensory learning of math. – Where the kids will actually enjoy it! Could you imagine…enjoy math? Think of the possibilities that will open for them! Coming from a line of visionaries like her father, Adrianne wasn’t sure of following her own into the business world. This uncertainty continued even after she made efforts to promot...

How to Help Your Kids Love Math With Adrianne Meldrum

How to Help Your Kids Love Math With Adrianne Meldrum

Overcoming Adversity & Creating Success With Siavash Fashi

Join Gabe and Siavash Fashi on this special episode of Today’s Business Leaders. Fair warning, though– this episode is especially heart-wrenching. Siavash opens up for BME and tells the tales of his nearly unspeakable upbringing. Fashi talks about being a small child underestimated by his peers at the time, which seemed like the least of his worries growing up in a warzone. Being the only one in his home in Iran to attend university, Saiavash talks about having to hide his religion and belie...

Overcoming Adversity & Creating Success With Siavash Fashi (Episode 123)

Join Gabe and Siavash Fashi on this special episode of Today’s Business Leaders. Fair warning, though– this episode is especially heart-wrenching. Siavash opens up for BME and tells the tales of his nearly unspeakable upbringing. Fashi talks about being a small child underestimated by his peers at the time, which seemed like the least of his worries growing up in a warzone. Being the only one in his home in Iran to attend university, Saiavash talks about having to hide his religion and belie...

Overcoming Adversity & Creating Success With Siavash Fashi - (Episode 123)

Join Gabe and Siavash Fashi on this special episode of Today’s Business Leaders. Fair warning, though– this episode is especially heart-wrenching. Siavash opens up for BME and tells the tales of his nearly unspeakable upbringing. Fashi talks about being a small child underestimated by his peers at the time, which seemed like the least of his worries growing up in a warzone. Being the only one in his home in Iran to attend university, Saiavash talks about having to hide his religion and belie...

TBL Episode #122: Jacob Blanchard

Today’s guest, Jacob Blanchard, is an entrepreneur, a consultant and a problem solver. The first major problem Jake solved was earning a scholarship so he could stay in college. He earned the scholarship through the business school, so he switched his major from English to supply chain management, which he hoped to use working in international logistics.  As a senior, Jake completed an unpaid internship at a hospital. He was dedicated to getting a job, so he continued to show up every day ...

The Right Mindset Makes a Successful Entrepreneur With Jacob Blanchard (Episode 122)

Today’s guest, Jacob Blanchard, is an entrepreneur, a consultant and a problem solver. The first major problem Jake solved was earning a scholarship so he could stay in college. He earned the scholarship through the business school, so he switched his major from English to supply chain management, which he hoped to use working in international logistics.  As a senior, Jake completed an unpaid internship at a hospital. He was dedicated to getting a job, so he continued to show up every day ...

Jacob Blanchard - (Episode 122)

Today’s guest, Jacob Blanchard, is an entrepreneur, a consultant and a problem solver. The first major problem Jake solved was earning a scholarship so he could stay in college. He earned the scholarship through the business school, so he switched his major from English to supply chain management, which he hoped to use working in international logistics.  As a senior, Jake completed an unpaid internship at a hospital. He was dedicated to getting a job, so he continued to show up every day ...

Communication for Growth and Success with Meredith Bell - (Episode 121)

Today’s guest on the “Today’s Business Leaders” podcast is Meredith Bell, an author, podcast host and the president and co-founder of Performance Support Systems, Inc. She’s here today to speak with us about her passion: affecting lasting and meaningful change for her clients through improved communication skills and teamwork. Finding the Freedom to Call the Shots Meredith is an accidental entrepreneur. She began working in education as a teacher but grew bored with the routine after sever...

Episode #121: Communication for Growth and Success with Meredith Bell

Today’s guest on the “Today’s Business Leaders” podcast is Meredith Bell, an author, podcast host and the president and co-founder of Performance Support Systems, Inc. She’s here today to speak with us about her passion: affecting lasting and meaningful change for her clients through improved communication skills and teamwork. Finding the Freedom to Call the Shots Meredith is an accidental entrepreneur. She began working in education as a teacher but grew bored with the routine after sever...

Transforming Leaders from Inside Out - (Episode 120)

Today’s guest, Shannon Graham, realized he was an entrepreneur since his early teens. When he was in school, he would take the one-cent CDs from the Columbia House catalog and upsell them to his friends and classmates to make a profit. This was his very first taste of being a business owner, and he knew it was for him. Graham began his coaching career in his early 20s while working a full-time job. It did not take long for him to start making more income from his coaching business than his ...

Episode #120: Transforming Leaders from Inside Out

Today’s guest, Shannon Graham, realized he was an entrepreneur since his early teens. When he was in school, he would take the one-cent CDs from the Columbia House catalog and upsell them to his friends and classmates to make a profit. This was his very first taste of being a business owner, and he knew it was for him. Graham began his coaching career in his early 20s while working a full-time job. It did not take long for him to start making more income from his coaching business than his ...

TBL Episode #119: Creating and Keeping Connections with Kevin Thompson

Ensuring a good experience for everyone involved in a partnership is an underrated aspect of business relationships, but it’s one of the most essential for long-term success. Maximum Response Marketing’s Kevin Thompson is here with us today to explain how he creates and keeps connections. Kevin’s Path to Profit Kevin has known that he wanted to be an entrepreneur since he was a member of the Future Business Leaders of America while in high school, but getting there took time and a lot of h...

TBL Episode #119: Creating and Keeping Connections With Kevin Thompson

Ensuring a good experience for everyone involved in a partnership is an underrated aspect of business relationships, but it’s one of the most essential for long-term success. Maximum Response Marketing’s Kevin Thompson is here with us today to explain how he creates and keeps connections. Kevin’s Path To Profit Kevin has known that he wanted to be an entrepreneur since he was a member of the Future Business Leaders of America while in high school, but getting there took time and a lot of h...

The Importance of Relationship Building with George Bryant - (Episode 118)

When a prospect tells you, “I have a marketing problem”, the real problem typically lies in his or her relationships. How can you solve your prospects’ problems without communicating with them? Today’s guest, George Bryant has relationship building at the top of his priority list.  From Paper Routes to Digital Marketing George, like many serial entrepreneurs, started his journey at a young age. Having a tumultuous childhood, he knew that to get what he wanted, he had to go out and get it hi...

TBL Episode #118: The Importance of Relationship Building with George Bryant

When a prospect tells you, “I have a marketing problem”, the real problem typically lies in his or her relationships. How can you solve your prospects’ problems without communicating with them? Today’s guest, George Bryant has relationship building at the top of his priority list.  From Paper Routes to Digital Marketing George, like many serial entrepreneurs, started his journey at a young age. Having a tumultuous childhood, he knew that to get what he wanted, he had to go out and get it hi...

Reprogramming Your Brain for Better Business with Nic Peterson - (Episode 117)

Being an entrepreneur means learning how to show up effectively for your audience. However, what if your current tactics aren’t working? Are you often asking yourself: "Why don’t they get it?” “Why is my business stagnating?” “How do I effectively communicate my intentions?” Today’s guest, Nic Peterson may have the answer you’re looking for.  Nic has been an entrepreneur for most of his adult life. He is the co-founder and director of strategic development at Mastery Mode, a business consul...

TBL Episode #117: Reprogramming Your Brain for Better Business with Nic Peterson

Being an entrepreneur means learning how to show up effectively for your audience. However, what if your current tactics aren’t working? Are you often asking yourself: "Why don’t they get it?” “Why is my business stagnating?” “How do I effectively communicate my intentions?” Today’s guest, Nic Peterson may have the answer you’re looking for.  Nic has been an entrepreneur for most of his adult life. He is the co-founder and director of strategic development at Mastery Mode, a business consul...

Getting the Most Out of Your Connections with Brandon Fong - (Episode 116)

What’s the most important part of entrepreneurship? Is it money? Is it a big net of clients? Today’s Guest, Brandon Fong, says the most crucial part of being an entrepreneur is making connections, along with being resourceful.  Brandon knew he had the entrepreneurial spirit at a young age. While the other kids in his neighborhood had lemonade stands, Brandon was selling rocks. By the time he was in high school, he was a regular attendee of entrepreneurial conferences and networking events, ...

TBL Episode #116: Getting the Most Out of Your Connections with Brandon Fong

What’s the most important part of entrepreneurship? Is it money? Is it a big net of clients? Today’s Guest, Brandon Fong, says the most crucial part of being an entrepreneur is making connections, along with being resourceful.  Brandon knew he had the entrepreneurial spirit at a young age. While the other kids in his neighborhood had lemonade stands, Brandon was selling rocks. By the time he was in high school, he was a regular attendee of entrepreneurial conferences and networking events, ...

TBL Episode #115: Getting the Most Out of Your Digital Marketing Strategy with Gary Henderson

What’s the best way to build your audience? Are you using the right platforms to get your message across? Digital marketing and audience building expert Gary Henderson has spent years developing new ways for businesses to grow their audience.  Gary is the founder of Digitalmarketing.org, a full-service digital marketing agency with a focus on relationship building and consulting. He is also the host of the “All the Way Up” podcast.  The R3 Mat Method Gary’s approach to audience building i...