What do chicken farms, carbon capture, and Miracle-Gro have in common?

CFO Turner Tomlinson joins Alan Bennett to share how Carbon Chicken is turning poultry litter into a high-performing soil amendment that’s not just natural—it’s revolutionary.

From startup stories to soil science, this episode is a must-watch for entrepreneurs and eco-innovators alike.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Intro: Meet Turner Tomlinson, CFO at Carbon Chicken

02:12 – What is Carbon Chicken and how does it work?

05:40 – What’s biochar and why it matters

08:33 – The problem with chicken litter

12:00 – Ancient origins: Terra Preta and Amazonian farming techniques

15:22 – Building the founding team and defining roles

19:15 – From spreadsheets to seed funding

23:00 – Trust, startup culture, and hiring philosophy

27:12 – Mindset, motivation, and perseverance in entrepreneurship

30:00 – Advice for aspiring founders

31:30 – Where to learn more about Carbon Chicken

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🔗 Connect with Turner & Carbon Chicken

🌐 https://carbonchicken.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnerjtomlinson/

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Whether you're a therapist dreaming of starting your own practice, or a business owner figuring it out as you go, this one’s packed with insight, warmth, and hard-earned wisdom!

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Licensed Clinical Social Workers Beth and Stacey didn’t set out to become business owners—but when their careers intersected at a group practice, they discovered a shared vision for what therapy could be: compassionate, connected, and deeply human.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Meet Beth & Stacey: From social work to entrepreneurship

02:00 – Why therapists aren’t taught to run a business

04:00 – Learning the hard way: Google, grit, and 2 AM calls

06:30 – Building a practice rooted in connection and culture

09:00 – Creating a clinic that feels safe—for clients and clinicians

11:00 – Trust, teamwork, and finding the right business partner

14:00 – Structuring the business for clarity and protection

17:00 – Boundaries, autonomy, and honoring the contractor model

20:00 – Work rhythms, admin systems, and burnout prevention

23:00 – Bringing holistic care back into the counseling center

26:00 – Self-awareness, therapy, and emotional sustainability

29:00 – Why social workers make scrappy, strategic business owners

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🔗 Connect with Beth & Stacey

🌐 https://www.creativenwa.com/

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If you’re a business owner who wants to build something meaningful and community-driven, this conversation will both challenge and encourage you!

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In this episode of the TrustBuilt Podcast, Alan Bennett sits down with Courtney, co-founder of Underbrush, a cozy and community-focused indie bookstore in Rogers, Arkansas.

From launching her first business nine months out of college to creating a thriving space during a pandemic, Courtney shares her unconventional journey into entrepreneurship, the heart behind her business, and why passion and compassion—not just profit—drive long-term success.

⏱️Chapters

[02:20] – How Underbrush Bookstore began

[05:45] – Building community through books

[08:50] – The role of authenticity

[13:50] – Book clubs that welcome disagreement

[15:25] – Why Courtney chose entrepreneurship

[19:20] – Passion, resilience & hard days

[23:00] – Redefining retail as a third space

[27:05] – Competing with Amazon & evolving tech

[30:50] – Niching down for customer loyalty

[33:05] – Collaboration over competition

[36:25] – Real-world advice for new entrepreneurs

[39:15] – Sharing struggles builds community

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🔗 Connect with Courtney & Underbrush Books

🌐 https://underbrushbooks.com/

👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-ulrich-smith-211683107/

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Whether you're a business owner looking to scale, an investor curious about food innovation, or someone who wants to learn how to build a brand on values—this one’s is for you.

In this episode of The TrustBuilt Podcast, Alan sits down with Gabe from Plainview Beef to unpack the business behind the beef. From launching a regenerative farming operation to building a vertically integrated brand, Gabe shares how Plainview was designed from day one with clarity, scalability, and trust at the center.

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⏱️ Chapters

[00:00] – Intro & Gabe’s Unconventional Path to Ranching

[01:30] – From Global Ventures to U.S. Startup

[04:00] – Starting Plainview: Mission Meets Market Gap

[06:30] – Building a Transparent, Health-Driven Brand

[09:00] – What Makes Their Beef (and Business) Different

[11:30] – Using Tech & Data to Monitor Cattle Health

[14:00] – Regenerative Agriculture as a Strategic Edge

[16:00] – Branding, Marketing & Direct-to-Consumer Growth

[18:00] – Scaling the Right Way (Without Losing Integrity)

[21:00] – Building a Trust-Driven Team

[24:00] – Where to Buy + Final Thoughts on Purpose-Driven Business

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🔗 Connect with Gabe & Plainview Beef

🌐 https://www.plainviewbeef.com/

👉 https://www.instagram.com/plainviewbeef

👉 https://www.facebook.com/PLAINVIEW.BEEF.C0

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In this episode of The TrustBuilt Podcast, business coach Alan Bennett sits down with real estate developer Cameron Clark to unpack the messy middle of entrepreneurship—figuring it out as you go, trusting your instincts, and staying flexible as things evolve.

⏰ Chapters

[01:45] Learning by Doing: Investment, Renovation, and Self-Education

[04:20] Finding His Niche: Commercial Development with a Creative Twist

[06:30] Building Trust with Tenants and Partners

[10:30] When Compassion and the Math Clash

[13:15] Why Vision-Aligned Teams Win

[15:50] Casting Vision Without the Sales BS

[18:30] Growing a Business with Purpose

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🔗 Connect with Cameron Clark

🌐 https://cjc-development.com/

💼 LinkedIn: Cameron Clark

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If you're a business owner struggling with messaging, lead flow, or clarity on next steps—this is a must-listen!

In this episode, host Alan Bennett sits down with Brad, a former pastor-turned-marketing strategist, to unpack the surprising overlap between ministry and business—and why clarity is the most underrated business advantage.

⏱️ Chapters:

[00:35] From Ministry to Marketing -Brad’s Story

[03:30] Why Character Still Wins in Business

[08:45] When Things Go Wrong: The Refund Story

[13:35] Why Clarity Always Wins

[17:00] Fixing the Real Problem in Your Sales Process

[22:30] Earning Trust Without Pitching

[27:00] Farming, Fishing & Hunting: Understanding Your Marketing Mix

[33:00] What to Do When You Attract the Wrong Clients

[36:00] Raising Prices Without Losing Loyalty

[45:00] The Messy Process of Getting Clear

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

The 1-Page Marketing Plan by Allan Dib

Brad’s Diagnostic Tool: “Clarity First Diagnostic” — reach out via https://clarityalwayswins.com/

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If you've ever wondered "Can I really start my own business & be successful?"

This episode is for you!

In this episode, Alan sits down with Brad Alexander—former pastor turned marketing strategist—to explore what it really takes to build a business from scratch when your back's against the wall.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Brad’s First Hustle: The Mint Toothpick Story

00:26 – Meet Brad Alexander + How Entrepreneurship Found Him

03:00 – From Ministry to Marketing: A Risky Career Pivot

09:53 – Building a Business with No Safety Net

15:10 – The Deadline That Changed Everything

20:04 – Brad’s First Big Win (and What Made It Work)

25:17 – The Power of Mentorship and Community

29:10 – Innovation, Value, and Doing Work You Actually Like

34:35 – Real Talk: Misconceptions About Entrepreneurship

39:11 – What Brad Would Tell His Younger Self

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🔗 Connect with Brad Alexander

🌐 https://clarityalwayswins.com/

💼 LinkedIn: Brad Alexander

📧 Book a no-pressure clarity call via the site

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Connect With Alan

🌐 https://www.trustbuiltsolutions.com/

If you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or team leader focused on growth without losing your purpose, this is a must-listen.

In this episode of the TrustBuilt Podcast, host Alan Bennett sits down with entrepreneur and leadership expert Stan Zylowski, co-founder of Movista.

We talk...

[00:00] Stan's Origin Story & Early Hustle

[20:00] Leadership, Feedback, and Company Culture

[38:00] Execution Over Ideas & Communicating Value

[44:00] Serial Entrepreneurship & Finding Your Role

[51:00] Final Lessons on Trust, Culture, and Growth

🔗 Resources and Links Mentioned:

Learn more about TrustBuilt and the TrustBuilt Podcast: https://trustbuilt.solutions/podcast

Take the Free Business Freedom Assessment: https://businessgrowth-alanbennett.scoreapp.com

Learn more about Movista: https://www.movista.com

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