Episodes

  • Episode 1116: The Private Equity Playbook: Strategies to Accelerate Growth and Exit Profitably with Adam Coffey

    Episode 1116: The Private Equity Playbook: Strategies to Accelerate Growth and Exit Profitably with Adam Coffey
    Jan 15 2025
    Visionary empire builder, CEO coach, top 1% speaker, and three-time #1 bestselling author, Adam Coffey builds high-performance cultures that drive transformative exponential growth. Coffey is a founding partner of CEO Advisory Guru, providing consulting services to PE portfolio companies, founders, family offices, and elite executives. A CEO for more than two decades, he led three national private equity-backed service companies for nine PE sponsors, realizing billions of dollars and averaging 5X MOIC at exit. Coffey has served as an official member of the Forbes Business Council since 2021. Specialties include growth strategy, M&A, development, and exits. A pilot and proud US Army veteran, he and his family call Texas home. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Adam Coffey about how to accelerate growth and exit profitably. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How The Private Equity Playbook helps entrepreneurs understand the evolving world of private equity. - How private equity accounts for more than 50% of all companies bought and sold globally. - Why many business owners fail to understand private equity. - How private equity often creates value, supports employees, and fosters growth in the companies it supports. - How selling to private equity allows entrepreneurs to take chips off the table while retaining an opportunity for future financial growth. Connect with Adam: Guest Contact Info X: @AdamECoffey1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamecoffey/ Links Mentioned: https://adamecoffey.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Episode 1115: The Inspiration Behind Conspiracy Ignited: A Legal Thriller Rooted in Reality with Raymond Paul Johnson

    Episode 1115: The Inspiration Behind Conspiracy Ignited: A Legal Thriller Rooted in Reality with Raymond Paul Johnson
    Jan 13 2025
    Raymond Paul Johnson is an attorney, author, aviator, aerospace engineer and combat veteran who holds the Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal, and five Air Medals, among other awards. Ray has been a trial attorney for over 35 years, concentrating in product liability and aviation law, selected as a Super Lawyer by Los Angeles Magazine every year since 2006, and an adjunct instructor at the University of Southern California since 2021. He is also certified as a Mediator by Pepperdine University School of Law/Strauss Institute for Dispute Resolution. While in the U.S. Air Force, Ray flew as a fighter pilot, jet instructor and functional test pilot. He also received a master-of-science degree in astronautics from the Air Force Institute of Technology and co-chaired the DOD/NASA working groups on Space Shuttle design and integration. Ray graduated from New York University (BS Aerospace Engineering) and the School of Law at the College of William and Mary. He is principal co-author of the legal treatise Defective Product: Evidence to Verdict, Juris Publishing/New York (Supp 2003) and has written more than 50 articles published in law journals and nationally circulated periodicals. Ray has also served as a legal consultant to the Los Angeles Times, New York Times and USA Today, and has been interviewed by CNN, NBC News and other televised programs. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Raymond Paul Johnson about the inspiration behind his book Conspiracy Ignited. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How writing without a strict outline allows the characters to guide the story. - Why it’s important to write what you know and draw on your real life experiences. - How writing a book of fiction is much different than writing non-fiction for law publications. - Why attracting literary agents and publishers is a difficult endeavor. - How Conspiracy Ignited is being considered for a movie adaptation. Connect with Raymond: Guest Contact Info X: @RPJohnsonBooks Instagram: @raymondpauljohnson_author Facebook: facebook.com/RaymondPaulJohnsonThrillerWriter Links Mentioned: https://raymondpauljohnson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Episode 1114: Creating Communities: The Impact of Real Estate Development with Brandon Cobb

    Episode 1114: Creating Communities: The Impact of Real Estate Development with Brandon Cobb
    Jan 8 2025
    Brandon Cobb is the owner of HBG Capital, a real estate firm providing investors with superior risk-adjusted returns and downside principal protection backed by real assets in the residential single-family sector in Nashville, Tennessee. HBG Capital’s construction arm, HBG Construction, executes ground-up new developments, land development, and residential property rehabilitation. HBG Capital's acquisition arm, HBG Holdings, sources off-market land for redevelopment by working with the local communities to identify, rezone, and entitle land to bring the community's vision to life. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Brandon Cobb about creating communities and the impact of real estate development. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How HBG Capital gives back to the community and dedicates a portion of its profits to support veteran homelessness initiatives. - Why having strategic partners and consultants accelerates business growth. - How providing a larger piece of the profit to partners can lead to greater overall success. - Why HBG Capital focuses on creating passive income opportunities for business owners through real estate investments. - How HBG Capital aims to empower individuals to build a legacy and make a positive impact through informed investment decisions. Connect with Brandon: Guest Contact Info Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn: @hbgcapital Links Mentioned: https://www.hbgcapital.net/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Episode 1113: Mindset Mastery: How to Align Your Beliefs with Your Financial Goals with Marley Harris

    Episode 1113: Mindset Mastery: How to Align Your Beliefs with Your Financial Goals with Marley Harris
    Jan 6 2025
    Marley Rose Harris is a business and money coach on a mission to help women clear their fears to unlock their greatest potential. Through her powerful approach, she guides you to reprogram your subconscious mind, break free from limiting beliefs, and step into a life of freedom, abundance, and purpose. With Marley’s expert guidance, you’ll clear the subconscious fears that have been standing in your way, unlock your true potential, and financial freedom. Her work gives you the inspiration, confidence, and tools to create lasting transformation and live the life you truly deserve. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Marley Harris about mastering your mindset and aligning your financial goals with your beliefs. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How there is a direct correlation between effort and reward as a business owner. - Why changing your mindset attracts opportunities that lead to financial success. - How your personal beliefs, not strategies or techniques, drive success in business. - Why changing long-held limited beliefs enables personal transformation. - How doing away with your fears and limiting beliefs allows you to step into your purpose. Connect with Marley: Guest Contact Info Instagram, TikTok: @marleyharrisrose Links Mentioned: https://www.marleyrose.ca/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • Episode 1112: Secrets to Building a Thriving Newsletter Business with Max Bidna

    Episode 1112: Secrets to Building a Thriving Newsletter Business with Max Bidna
    Jan 1 2025
    Max Bidna, “Marketing Max,” is a serial entrepreneur who built & sold an award-winning 7 figure ad agency. Since then, he’s earned more than 200,000+ followers with his impactful growth marketing content. Through Max’s agency, 1-on-1 consulting, & portfolio of businesses, his work has driven $100m+ in attributable revenue for brands of all shapes & sizes. Featured in Forbes, Business Insider, USA Today, & Market Watch, Marketing Max has consulted for more than 250 fast-growing brands’ on everything growth & marketing including Juicepress, Hubspot, Notion, Techday, Statefarm, Licorice.com, and countless more. Max hosts The @MarketingMax Show, and is also becoming a regular on conference stages for his easy-to-implement marketing strategies and great marketing battle-stories. Whether optimizing ad campaigns based on my $10m+ in managed ad spend experience, building dozens of outside-the-box high-ROI marketing funnels, or teaching growth marketing tactics to his 200,000+ followers, Marketing Max helps companies grow faster. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Max Bidna about the secrets to building a thriving newsletter business. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Growth Daily has three different newsletters and over 120,000 subscribers. - How Growth Daily’s sponsors include HubSpot, Notion, MailChimp, and Tony Robbins. - Why marketing through a newsletter can be more effective than marketing on social media. - How many advertisers lack sophistication when it comes to purchasing newsletter ads. - How newsletters are a great way to reach founders and CEOs through targeted marketing. Connect with Max: Guest Contact Info X, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn: @MarketingMax Links Mentioned: https://www.growthdaily.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • Episode 1111: Avoiding Tax Pitfalls: Insights From a Former IRS Insider with Sherry Peel Jackson

    Episode 1111: Avoiding Tax Pitfalls: Insights From a Former IRS Insider with Sherry Peel Jackson
    Dec 30 2024
    Dr. Sherry Peel Jackson is a retired IRS agent, CPA, and Certified Fraud Examiner who has helped over 100,000 individuals and businesses Keep, Protect, and Grow their earnings using her proprietary KPG System. With over 35 years of experience, Sherry is an expert in tax reduction and wealth building. Through her speaking, books, and consulting, she has shared her wealth of knowledge to not just educate but also create lasting wealth and security. She empowers people every day to achieve financial freedom and legacy. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Dr. Sherry Peel Jackson about avoiding tax pitfalls. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How asset protection strategies are a key part of the KPG system to safeguard earnings from taxes. - Why starting a home-based business allows people to leverage tax benefits. - How traditional employment doesn’t lead to wealth. - Why many individuals are unaware of the various deductions they could claim. - How there are legal tax deductions available to business owners that employees cannot access. Connect with Sherry: Guest Contact Info Instagram, LinkedIn: @sherrypeeljackson Links Mentioned: https://sherrypeeljackson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • Episode 1110: Unlocking Agency Growth: How Hydra Transforms Operations and Profitability with Joshua Johnston

    Episode 1110: Unlocking Agency Growth: How Hydra Transforms Operations and Profitability with Joshua Johnston
    Dec 23 2024
    Joshua Johnston is the founder of Hydra, a consulting firm that partners with digital agency owners to optimize their operational systems, processes, and service offerings to scale to multiple seven figures and beyond. After successfully leading and scaling a multiple seven-figure agency himself, Joshua recognized that many agencies lacked the systems needed for rapid growth. This insight inspired him to create Hydra, with the goal of helping agency owners streamline their operations and unlock their full potential for long-term success. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Joshua Johnston about how Hydra transforms operations and profitability. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How Hydra specializes in helping seven- and eight-figure digital agencies improve lead generation, sales, and overall operations. - Why it’s critical to provide a unique selling proposition and market yourself effectively. - How scaling your company requires simplicity and rhythm in agency operations. - Why social media should be approached with intentionality. - How funnel-hacking ads on social media can provide key insights for your business while revealing what’s working in the market. Connect with Joshua: Guest Contact Info X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn: @joshykobyashi Links Mentioned: https://www.workwithhydra.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Episode 1109: Doubling Revenue on Amazon: The HYPERZON Approach with Hristo Arakliev

    Episode 1109: Doubling Revenue on Amazon: The HYPERZON Approach with Hristo Arakliev
    Dec 18 2024
    Hristo Arakliev is the co-founder and COO of HYPERZON, a leading Amazon marketing agency based in Europe, dedicated to helping brands worldwide double their revenue through Amazon as a sales channel. A serial entrepreneur with a deep passion for Amazon marketing, Hristo has spent the past seven years honing his expertise in areas such as Amazon optimization, growth hacking, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and the development of successful sales strategies. Listen to this informative Sharkpreneur episode with Hristo Arakliev about doubling revenue on Amazon. Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week’s show: - How it can be challenging to open and optimize an Amazon account. - Why optimized product listings are attractive to potential buyers. - How gathering reviews for your products on Amazon is vital. - Why HYPERZON avoids working with bulky products, drug-related products, and most clothing. - How gaining more exposure and reaching the next level of growth can be difficult. Connect with Hristo: Guest Contact Info Instagram: @hyperzon.io Facebook: facebook.com/hyperzon LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hyperzon Links Mentioned: https://hyperzon.io/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins