The Tony DUrso Show - Journey to Success!

Leadership problems often appear to be strategy problems. But many times the real issue is alignment. When leaders lack clarity about the principles guiding their decisions, teams lose cohesion, choices become reactive, and organizations slowly drift from their original intent. In this conversation, Robert Glazer explains why most companies misunderstand core values, why common values rarely function as true decision filters, and how leaders can define principles that help guide hiring, culture, and long-term business decisions.   What You'll Learn • Why belief inside a company directly impacts sales performance • The hidden structural mistakes that quietly sabotage sales teams • How leaders unintentionally weaken revenue systems • Why mindset, systems, and language drive sales success • What it takes to lead clients and teams one relationship at a time   About Robert Glazer Robert Glazer is a leadership expert, bestselling author, and founder of the global marketing agency Acceleration Partners. He has built organizations recognized as some of the best places to work and now advises leaders and companies on culture, leadership development, and decision-making. His book The Compass Within explores how individuals can identify their personal core values and use them as practical guides for leadership and life.   Sponsors & Partners Shopify powers millions of businesses worldwide and offers everything you need to build, run, and grow an online store — from design and marketing to payments and checkout. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial at shopify.com/tony. For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned 🔗 Connect with Robert Glazer 🎙️ Listen to the Episode (audio/video) 🎵 Explore Tony's Music 📧 Get the Newsletter   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   leadership core values, why leaders drift, leadership alignment, decision making for entrepreneurs, business culture values, scaling leadership principles, personal core values framework, leadership clarity for entrepreneurs, building company culture, values based leadership strategy

Most sales problems aren't really sales problems. They're leadership problems, structural problems, or belief problems inside the organization. When leaders misunderstand those foundations, teams struggle to perform no matter how talented they are. Sales trainer and leadership advisor Jim Effner explains why sustainable revenue growth begins with mindset, systems, and language — and how leaders can build environments where sales performance becomes consistent instead of unpredictable. What You'll Learn • Why belief inside a company directly impacts sales performance • The hidden structural mistakes that quietly sabotage sales teams • How leaders unintentionally weaken revenue systems • Why mindset, systems, and language drive sales success • What it takes to lead clients and teams one relationship at a time About Jim Effner Jim Effner is a sales strategist and leadership advisor who works with organizations to strengthen the mindset, systems, and communication that drive revenue performance. Drawing on decades of experience in leadership development and sales training, Jim helps companies build cultures where sales professionals operate with clarity, confidence, and accountability. His work focuses on aligning leadership behavior, organizational structure, and sales language so teams can consistently deliver value to clients and generate sustainable growth. Sponsors & Partners Monarch is an all-in-one personal finance platform that helps you track spending, manage investments, plan future goals, and see your entire financial picture in one place. Use code DURSO at monarch.com to get 50% off your first year. Shopify powers millions of businesses worldwide and offers everything you need to build, run, and grow an online store — from design and marketing to payments and checkout. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial at shopify.com/tony. For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned 🔗 Connect with Jim Effner 🎙️ Listen to the Episode (audio/video) 🎵 Explore Tony's Music 📧 Get the Newsletter   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   sales leadership strategy, sales mindset systems language, building high performing sales teams, leadership that drives revenue, sales performance culture, business growth systems, leadership communication sales, revenue generation strategy, entrepreneur sales leadership, client relationship leadership

Most people follow the financial path they're handed because it's familiar, not because it's been tested over time. - Save more. Stay invested. Wait long enough and hope it works out. - But as Robert G. Allen has seen firsthand over decades of building and teaching wealth, financial systems change — and advice that once worked doesn't always hold up forever. In this conversation, we step back and look at what actually endures when markets rise and fall, tax rules shift, and entire financial eras come and go.   What You'll Learn • Why Wall Street retirement models fail many entrepreneurs • The difference between equity wealth and true cash-flow security • How taxes can be planned for legally — not just endured • Why inflation doesn't have to be your enemy • The mindset shift required to build lasting financial freedom   About Robert G. Allen Robert G. Allen is a bestselling author and investor whose books on real estate and wealth-building have sold millions of copies worldwide. Known for challenging conventional financial wisdom, Robert focuses on cash-flow strategies, tax efficiency, and building long-term independence outside traditional market-driven models.   Sponsors & Partners Notion is an AI-powered, connected workspace that brings all your notes, docs, and projects into one place. Repetitive workflows like status updates, task routing, and internal Q&A can run automatically — right inside Notion, where your team already works. Try Custom Agents now at notion.com/tony. Shopify powers millions of businesses worldwide and offers everything you need to build, run, and grow an online store — from design and marketing to payments and checkout. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial at shopify.com/tony. For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned 🔗 Connect with Robert G. Allen 🎙️ Listen to the Episode (audio/video) 🎵 Explore Tony's Music 📧 Get the Newsletter 💰Rethinking Retirement Security   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   retire tax free, cash flow investing, financial freedom for entrepreneurs, alternative retirement strategies, Wall Street retirement myths, wealth outside the stock market, passive income strategies, inflation and investing, tax efficient wealth building, real estate cash flow, entrepreneur retirement planning, financial independence mindset, wealth preservation strategies, long-term cash flow assets, exit Wall Street investing    

Most founders don't stall because they lack intelligence or effort. They stall because complexity creeps in faster than clarity. Systems multiply, decisions slow, and leaders end up thinking harder instead of moving forward. This conversation challenges the assumption that being "smart" is the advantage — and explores why simplification, speed, and execution often outperform intelligence at scale. What You'll Learn • Why overthinking quietly slows execution and momentum • How to test ideas without wasting months or capital • When being the smartest person in the room becomes a liability • How to hire people smarter than you without losing control • What founders must unlearn to scale cleanly About Safeer Qureshi Safeer Qureshi is an entrepreneur and investor who has helped build and scale more than two dozen companies across industries including software, media, aviation, insurance, and data systems. He focuses on simplifying execution, validating ideas quickly, and building teams and systems that scale without unnecessary complexity. Sponsors & Partners Scaylor unifies all of your business data systems into one intelligent operating system — delivering full visibility, governance, and instant answers without spreadsheets or exports. Learn more at scaylor.com. Shopify powers millions of businesses worldwide and offers everything you need to build, run, and grow an online store — from design and marketing to payments and checkout. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial at shopify.com/tony. For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned 🔗 Connect with Safeer Qureshi 🎙️ Listen to the Episode (audio/video) 🎵 Explore Tony's Music 📧 Get the Newsletter 🐌 When "Smart" Slows Growth   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #FounderMindset #ScalingCompanies #StartupStrategy #DecisionMaking #Execution overthinking in business, founder decision fatigue, how to scale without complexity, simplifying business systems, hiring smarter teams, startup execution strategy, validating business ideas, leadership clarity, scaling operations, founder mindset shift

Most entrepreneurs spend years mastering the outer game — growth, systems, pressure, and results — yet still feel stretched, restless, or stuck. In this conversation, Gino Wickman explores why lasting clarity and impact come from strengthening the inner foundation that drives every decision. This episode looks at how disciplined inner work can sharpen focus, protect energy, and help leaders operate with both drive and peace. What You'll Learn • Why mastering the inner game matters as much as building the business • The difference between operating from pressure versus clarity • How inner disciplines compound to improve leadership and decision-making • Why self-awareness is a critical advantage for entrepreneurs • How driven leaders can pursue success without burning out Special Insider's Brief: Stock Market Ping Pong After the second break in this episode, Tony shares a special Insider's Brief called Stock Market Ping Pong. It's a short, practical look at why so many people feel stuck trusting the stock market — and a different way to think about growing money without getting pulled into constant volatility and noise. Learn more here: stockmarketpingpong.com About Gino Wickman Gino Wickman is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author who has spent decades helping leaders build stronger companies and operate with greater clarity. He is the creator of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and the author of multiple bestselling books, including Traction and Shine. His work focuses on helping driven people maximize their impact while developing inner peace and long-term sustainability. Sponsors & Partners Imagine you're a business owner relying on a dozen different software programs to run your company — each one more complicated than the last. Odoo solves that by bringing CRM, accounting, HR, marketing, inventory, and more into a single, simple, scalable platform.  Streamline everything with Odoo at odoo.com. • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com. Resources & Links Mentioned 🔗 Connect with Gino Wickman 🎙️  Listen to the Episode (audio/video) 🥵 Drive Without Burning Out 🎵 Music by Tony D'Urso 📧 Join the Newsletter   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   Hashtags #Entrepreneurship #LeadershipDevelopment #InnerGame #FounderMindset #BusinessClarity #PersonalGrowth #HighPerformanceLeadership #EntrepreneurLife #DecisionMaking #InnerPeace   Keywords entrepreneurial inner power, master the inner game, inner leadership for entrepreneurs, Gino Wickman interview, EOS leadership principles, driven entrepreneur mindset, leadership clarity and focus, avoid founder burnout, inner peace and performance, business leadership habits, self-awareness for leaders, operating from clarity not pressure, entrepreneur decision making, leadership discipline framework, sustainable business success, inner vs outer success, founder mental resilience, leadership energy management, habits of high-performing entrepreneurs

Most businesses don't stall because people stop working hard. They stall because complexity creeps in faster than clarity. Systems multiply, decisions slow down, and leaders lose sight of what's actually driving growth. In this conversation, Scott Kelly explains why scaling too fast often creates bigger problems — and how smart founders prepare for growth before pressure forces costly mistakes.   What You'll Learn • Why businesses often get stuck even when everyone is working hard • What investors actually expect before committing capital • Why money amplifies confusion instead of fixing it • How leadership gaps quietly slow growth • What clarity looks like before scaling responsibly About Scott Kelly Scott Kelly is a business accelerator and founder of Black Dog Venture Partners. He works with entrepreneurs and leadership teams to prepare companies for growth, investment, and long-term stability. In this episode, Scott shares what investors actually look for before committing capital, why money doesn't fix broken systems, and how leaders can build clarity and discipline before scaling. Sponsors & Partners Monarch Monarch is the all-in-one personal finance platform that helps you move from tracking money to planning your future with confidence. From budgeting and net worth to investments and long-term goals, Monarch brings your entire financial life into one simple dashboard. Use code DURSO at monarch.com for 50% off your first year. Scaylor Scaylor unifies all your business data into one intelligent operating system. Instead of chasing answers across CRMs, ERPs, spreadsheets, and documents, Scaylor delivers instant, accurate insights across your entire organization — with full data governance and clarity. Visit scaylor.com to get your free demo. Shopify Shopify is the commerce platform behind millions of businesses worldwide, powering 10% of all U.S. e-commerce. From building your store to marketing, payments, and checkout, Shopify helps entrepreneurs turn ideas into real businesses. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial at shopify.com/tony. • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned 🔗 Connect with Scott Kelly 🎙️  Listen to the Episode (audio/video) 🏎️ Scaling With Speed 🎵 Music by Tony D'Urso 📧 Join the Newsletter   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #BusinessScaling #StartupGrowth #RaisingCapital #VentureCapital #InvestorReadiness #EntrepreneurLeadership #BusinessClarity #ScalingSmart #FounderMindset #GrowthStrategy   scaling a business before investment, what investors look for before funding, how to prepare for raising capital, business clarity before scaling, startup investment readiness, venture capital expectations, scaling too fast business mistakes, founder leadership during growth, building systems before scaling, investor due diligence preparation, sustainable business growth strategy, leadership teams for scaling companies, capital raise preparation for entrepreneurs, scaling with discipline, business growth without chaos  

Dave Burnett is a serial entrepreneur, former hockey enforcer, and AI-driven marketing strategist who has built and rebuilt businesses through extreme disruption. From taking punches on the ice to navigating a $70K-per-month business loss, and later recovering from a traumatic brain injury that erased nearly two years of memory, Dave's journey reveals what resilience really looks like when the pressure is real. His work today focuses on helping companies gain visibility in an AI-dominated search landscape — a frontier every entrepreneur must now understand. What You'll Learn • How early experiences in high-performance sports shape entrepreneurial discipline • The hard decisions required when a business suddenly drops to zero revenue • Why resilience is built through structure, not motivation • Lessons from recovering after a traumatic brain injury • How entrepreneurs can reclaim time as their most valuable asset About Dave Burnett Dave Burnett is the founder of AOK Marketing and PromotionalProducts.com. He began his career as a hockey enforcer in Canada before transitioning into entrepreneurship, building multiple companies including an early digital rewards platform later acquired for over $100M. After surviving a traumatic brain injury, Dave re-engineered how he works, structures time, and builds businesses. Today, he helps organizations adapt to AI-powered discovery, reputation management, and digital visibility. Sponsors & Partners Imagine you're a business owner relying on a dozen different software programs to run your company — each one more complicated than the last. Odoo solves that by bringing CRM, accounting, HR, marketing, inventory, and more into a single, simple, scalable platform.  Streamline everything with Odoo at odoo.com. Shopify gives entrepreneurs everything they need to start and grow a business — online and in person. With beautiful templates, built-in AI tools, and integrated marketing features, Shopify makes launching and scaling simple. Start your business with a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/tony. • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com. Resources & Links Mentioned 🔗 Connect with Dave Burnett 🎙️ Listen to the Episode (audio/video) ⏰ When Time Becomes Precious 🎵 Music by Tony D'Urso 📧 Join the Newsletter Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessResilience #LeadershipDevelopment #AIinBusiness #DigitalTransformation #FounderJourney #TimeManagement #StartupLessons #BusinessRecovery #FutureOfWork resilient leadership, recovering from business failure, traumatic brain injury recovery story, entrepreneur time mastery, AI search visibility strategy, entity authority marketing, business pivot during recession, high performance habits, leadership under pressure, rebuilding after loss, future of digital marketing, entrepreneur discipline systems, AI reputation management, scaling through adversity, infinite game of business, founder survival strategies, marketing in AI era, high-stakes decision making, entrepreneur recovery mindset, modern leadership lessons  

Chris Hunsicker is a leadership strategist and culture coach who helps organizations move beyond outdated management models and build teams that thrive in today's hybrid and AI-driven world. He challenges long-standing leadership assumptions and explains why traditional command-and-control approaches are quietly failing modern businesses — and what leaders must do instead to create sustainable performance, accountability, and trust.   What You'll Learn • Why traditional leadership habits are sabotaging long-term team success • Why performance reviews often fail to produce real improvement • How leaders can shift from managing people to coaching culture • What high-performance teams look like in a hybrid and AI-enabled workplace • How systems — not micromanagement — create consistent excellence   About Chris Hunsicker Chris Hunsicker is a leadership advisor and organizational coach focused on helping leaders modernize how they lead, communicate, and develop their teams. His work centers on replacing outdated leadership frameworks with practical systems that foster ownership, engagement, and high performance. Chris works with leaders who want to build resilient cultures where people grow, contribute, and perform without beaing managed into submission.   Sponsors & Partners NordVPN helps protect your privacy and security online by encrypting your internet connection and shielding your data from hackers, trackers, and snoopers — especially on public Wi-Fi. One click gives you fast, reliable protection across up to ten devices. Get peace of mind online with a 30-day money-back guarantee at NordVPN.com/tony. Monarch is an all-in-one personal finance platform designed to help you manage your money proactively, not reactively. From budgeting and investments to net worth tracking and future planning, Monarch brings everything together in one clear dashboard. Use code DURSO at monarch.com to get 50% off your first year. Shopify gives entrepreneurs everything they need to start and grow a business — online and in person. With beautiful templates, built-in AI tools, and integrated marketing features, Shopify makes launching and scaling simple. Start your business with a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/tony. • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned 🔗 Connect with Chris Hunsicker 🎙️ Listen to the Episode (audio/video) 😱 Leading Without Fear 🎵 Music by Tony D'Urso 📧 Join the Newsletter   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.     #Leadership #TeamBuilding #CompanyCulture #PeopleManagement #HighPerformance #PerformanceReviews #ExecutiveLeadership #CoachingLeadership #HybridWork #FutureOfWork #AIinBusiness #OrganizationalDevelopment modern leadership skills, coaching culture not managing people, replace performance reviews with coaching, how to build high performance teams, leadership in a hybrid workplace, leading remote teams effectively, command and control leadership fails, culture systems for accountability, employee development systems, leadership habits that sabotage teams, building a resilient team culture, creating ownership in employees, leadership communication frameworks, AI impact on leadership and management, scalable culture for growing companies, executive coaching for founders, management systems that drive excellence, team performance without micromanaging, leadership mindset for modern executives, future of leadership in an AI world

Tony DUrso is a veteran entrepreneur, author, and host of The Tony DUrso Show, with over 11 years of conversations with world-class performers and leaders. In this solo episode, Tony steps away from the interview format to speak directly to you about what entrepreneurs are facing right now — uncertainty, noise, and complexity — and how clarity, structure, and intentional thinking create stability and forward momentum when conditions are unpredictable What You'll Learn • Why lack of clarity — not lack of effort — is the real obstacle for many entrepreneurs • How vision, purpose, and objective work together to restore focus • Why certainty comes from structure, not optimism or hustle • The difference between strategy and tactics — and why confusing them causes burnout • How 30/60/90 days reveal what's working, what's not, and where income truth shows up Sponsors & Partners • Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today at shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com. Resources & Links Mentioned •🎙️ Listen to the Episode (audio/video) •🎵 Tony's Music •📧 Join the Newsletter Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.     #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #BusinessClarity #Vision #Strategy #PersonalGrowth #DecisionMaking #BusinessMindset #LongTermThinking #Adaptation clarity in business, entrepreneurial decision making, vision vs goals, building certainty in business, business strategy vs tactics, 30 60 90 day planning, leadership in uncertain times, business framework thinking, entrepreneurial focus, long term business planning, sustainable growth mindset, clarity over hustle, building systems for success, business structure and planning, adapting in business leadership, how to regain focus as an entrepreneur, strategic thinking for entrepreneurs, building confidence through structure, leadership clarity framework, practical business wisdom

In today's digital economy, anyone can launch a course or automate a business—but very few succeed at scale. In this episode, Tony explores the hard-earned lessons behind building a high-revenue digital brand in a space filled with noise, speed, and skepticism. You'll learn what it really takes to grow fast, lead with systems, and build trust along the way—even when controversy follows success. What You'll Learn • The systems behind multi-million-dollar course and product sales • How to grow fast without losing credibility • How to handle public criticism while scaling • The backend metrics that matter: sales, refunds, affiliate payouts • Automation, community building, and the next wave of digital entrepreneurship About Jesse Frimpong Jesse Frimpong is the founder of Prestige Knowledge LLC, a digital brand focused on e-commerce education, automation, and AI-driven business systems. With millions in sales and a growing community of students and affiliates, Jesse represents a new generation of digital entrepreneurs reshaping how online businesses are built. He's been featured in Authority Magazine and is known for his direct, systems-first approach to scale. Sponsors & Partners • Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com. Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Jesse: https://aiacquisitions.io 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎵 Tony's Music: https://tonydurso.com/music 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #Entrepreneurship #DigitalAutomation #EcommerceGrowth #OnlineCourses #AIinBusiness #AffiliateMarketing #BusinessTransparency #ScalableSystems #ControversialSuccess #ShopifySuccess

Adam Rosen is the founder of EOC Works, where he helps entrepreneurs rethink how they communicate, connect, and grow through modern outreach. His work focuses on clarity, intention, and building real relationships in a digital-first world. This conversation explores how thoughtful communication—not louder marketing—can open doors, build trust, and create sustainable growth for business leaders.   What You'll Learn • Why most outreach fails before the message is even written • How clarity and intention separate meaningful communication from noise • The mindset shift entrepreneurs need to communicate value effectively • How to follow up professionally without being pushy • Where AI fits—and where it doesn't—in human connection • How modern outreach can support freedom, focus, and scalable growth   About Adam Rosen Adam Rosen is the founder of EOC Works, a company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and business owners improve outbound communication through clarity-driven cold email strategies. His approach emphasizes human connection, ethical outreach, and systems that support both business growth and personal freedom.   Sponsors & Partners • Imagine you're a business owner relying on a dozen different software programs to run your company — each one more complicated than the last. Odoo solves that by bringing CRM, accounting, HR, marketing, inventory, and more into a single, simple, scalable platform. 👉 Streamline everything with Odoo at odoo.com. • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Adam Rosen: https://eocworks.com 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎵 Tony's Music: https://tonydurso.com/music 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #ColdEmail #OutboundStrategy #BusinessCommunication #LeadGeneration #B2BMarketing #EntrepreneurMindset #SalesSystems #GrowthStrategy #AIinBusiness #DigitalOutreach

Aaron Fraser is the founder of The Action Sports Club and a leading voice in helping athletes transform their passion into a sustainable business. He teaches performers, creators, and entrepreneurs how to structure their brand, position their value, and build partnerships that last. His insights extend far beyond sports—into leadership, influence, and long-term strategic growth. In this episode, he explains why the future belongs to individuals who know how to turn visibility into opportunity, and how anyone can create systems that make their brand sponsor-worthy in any industry. What You'll Learn • Why performance alone isn't enough—and why brand clarity wins • The biggest misconceptions people have about sponsorships • How small audiences land big brand deals with the right positioning • What treating your passion like a business actually looks like • The role of social media in landing and keeping partnerships • How business structure and tax strategy impact long-term success • The first actionable step to becoming "sponsor ready" today About Aaron Fraser Aaron Fraser is the founder of The Action Sports Club, a platform dedicated to helping athletes build real careers through brand strategy, content systems, and sponsorship mastery. He teaches athletes how to think like entrepreneurs—structuring their financial foundation, positioning their expertise, and creating partnerships that fuel long-term success. His work bridges the worlds of athletic performance and business strategy, showing performers at every level how to build influence that lasts. Sponsors & Partners • Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com. Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Aaron Fraser: https://theactionsportsclub.com/ 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎵 Tony's Music: https://tonydurso.com/music 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.     #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MarketingAudit #ScaleSmarter #FractionalCMO #MarketingStrategy #CustomerAcquisition #StartupScaling #BusinessOptimization #ProfitLeaks

Larry Weidel is a renowned business leader, bestselling author, and host of Big Hitters, known for his decades of experience building an award-winning financial organization across North America. In this episode, he shares how top performers break plateaus, sustain momentum, and apply what he calls the Cycle of Winning to achieve long-term success. Entrepreneurs, founders, and leaders will walk away with practical frameworks to elevate their mindset and performance.   What You'll Learn • How elite performers break plateaus and create unstoppable momentum • The mindset shifts that separate average achievers from true Big Hitters • Why accountability drives long-term success • The power of mentorship and how to choose the right mentors • How setbacks become catalysts for bigger breakthroughs • The most important first step for anyone feeling stuck today   About Larry Weidel Larry Weidel is a bestselling author, investor, entrepreneur, and host of the Big Hitters podcast. For over 40 years, he built and led one of the most successful financial organizations in North America, guided by a simple mission: to help people become high-achievers by mastering the principles of winning. Today, he teaches these principles through his books, interviews, and leadership work, inspiring others to develop clarity, confidence, and performance at the highest level.   Sponsors & Partners • Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Larry Weidel: https://www.larryweidel.com 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎵 Tony's Music: https://tonydurso.com/music 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MarketingAudit #ScaleSmarter #FractionalCMO #MarketingStrategy #CustomerAcquisition #StartupScaling #BusinessOptimization #ProfitLeaks

Kalin Karakehayov is a digital strategist, investor, and founder of SEO.Domains, where he oversees an extraordinary portfolio of over 150,000 SEO domain names. His approach fuses the precision of a chess grandmaster with the foresight of an entrepreneur — turning digital assets into strategic instruments of leverage and long-term value. In this conversation, Kalin and Tony explore how mental models, strategic patience, and clarity of purpose can redefine how entrepreneurs build wealth and freedom in the digital age.   What You'll Learn • The mindset and systems behind owning 150,000 SEO domains • How "chess thinking" leads to smarter business decisions • Strategies for digital asset investing and valuation • Avoiding burnout while scaling an empire • The future of SEO and domain-driven business growth • How to optimize for life's "immeasurables" — freedom, creativity, and intuition   About Kalin Karakehayov Kalin Karakehayov is the founder of SEO.Domains, a global marketplace that specializes in aged and SEO-rich domain names. With over 800,000 domain evaluations under his belt, he's built one of the most extensive domain portfolios in existence. His entrepreneurial philosophy emphasizes clarity, strategic structure, and the integration of life and work — a balance that allows him to grow without burnout.   Sponsors & Partners • Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Kalin: seo.domains, i.gy, youtube.com/@growyounger 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://tonydurso.com/spotify 🎵 Tony's Music: https://tonydurso.com/music 📧 Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #Entrepreneurship #DigitalAssets #ChessMindset #SEO #DomainInvesting #StrategicThinking #EntrepreneurMindset #OnlineBusiness #BusinessFreedom #WealthBuilding

Spencer Williams is the visionary CEO behind West Paw — the first Certified B Corp in the pet industry and one of the most respected purpose-driven manufacturers in the world. He transformed a small Montana pet toy company into a global brand centered on sustainability, innovation, employee culture, and the "quadruple bottom line": people, pets, planet, and profits. In this episode, Spencer reveals how mission-led leadership creates competitive advantage, how to innovate in a mature industry, and why long-term thinking is now the ultimate entrepreneurial superpower. This is a masterclass in building companies that last — and leading teams who love where they work.   What You'll Learn • Why purpose-driven leadership outperforms traditional growth models • How to build an award-winning company culture people never want to leave • The advantage of becoming a B Corp — and how it transforms your brand • The innovation process behind West Paw's sustainable products • How to stay resilient through economic swings without sacrificing values • Practical steps for scaling a mission-led business in any industry • How the "quadruple bottom line" creates long-term competitive strength   About Spencer Williams Spencer Williams is the CEO of West Paw, a pioneering pet products company known for sustainable manufacturing, innovative materials, and a deep commitment to values-based leadership. Under his guidance, West Paw became the first Certified B Corp in the pet industry and developed one of the most innovative recycling programs in the category. With more than 100 employees, West Paw continues to thrive through a commitment to culture, creativity, and conscious business practices.   Sponsors & Partners • Imagine you're a business owner relying on a dozen different software programs to run your company — each one more complicated than the last. Odoo solves that by bringing CRM, accounting, HR, marketing, inventory, and more into a single, simple, scalable platform. 👉 Streamline everything with Odoo at odoo.com. • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Spencer Williams: https://www.westpaw.com/ 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://tonydurso.com/spotify 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #LeadershipPodcast #SustainableBusiness #BCorpLeadership #EntrepreneurSuccess #PurposeDrivenBusiness #BusinessInnovation #HighGrowthLeadership #ConsciousCapitalism #TopEntrepreneurs #GlobalBusinessInsights

Jess Jensen is a communications strategist and digital leadership expert who has spent more than 20 years helping global executives clarify their voice and inspire their teams. Her work across Microsoft, Adidas, Nestlé, and Qualcomm gives her a rare perspective on how leaders can show up online with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.   What You'll Learn • Why your digital presence is now a core part of your leadership • How to elevate trust and influence in under 30 days • Simple ways to humanize your brand without spending big money • The six reasons digital media is essential for executives in 2025 • How founders lose momentum — and sales — by staying silent • Bringing more optimism, gratitude, and connection into your messaging   About Jess Jensen Jess Jensen is the founder of Co-Pilot Communications, where she helps executives and entrepreneurs build authentic influence in a noisy digital world. With leadership experience at Microsoft, Adidas, Nestlé, and a decade leading Qualcomm's global digital communications, Jess has shaped narratives at the highest levels. Her work focuses on inspiring leaders to communicate with clarity, optimism, and gratitude — and to use digital platforms as a force for connection instead of negativity.    Sponsors & Partners • Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Jess Jensen: https://copilotcommunications.com 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://tonydurso.com/spotify 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MarketingAudit #ScaleSmarter #FractionalCMO #MarketingStrategy #CustomerAcquisition #StartupScaling #BusinessOptimization #ProfitLeaks

Peter J. Bissonnette is the former President of Shaw Communications and author of Count on Me: My Life, Lessons, and Legacy. From humble beginnings to the boardroom, Peter's story shows how resilience, integrity, and compassion can shape both a career and a life well-lived. In this conversation, Peter reveals how he rose through the ranks of one of Canada's top telecommunications companies, the personal philosophy that guided his decisions, and why authentic leadership still matters in a world driven by speed and change.   What You'll Learn • How resilience and integrity create lasting success • The leadership lessons behind Shaw Communications' growth • Why mentorship and empathy matter at the executive level • How to build trust through transparency and consistency • The personal side of leading through transformation   About Peter J. Bissonnette Peter J. Bissonnette is a seasoned executive, dynamic speaker, and the former President of Shaw Communications Inc. During his 35-year career, he helped shape Canada's communications landscape, guiding Shaw through major technological and organizational change. He's also an accomplished musician, photographer, and now author of Count on Me, a memoir blending personal reflection with leadership wisdom. Today, Peter speaks and writes about integrity-based leadership, resilience, and building legacy through values-driven action. Sponsors & Partners • Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com. Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Peter J. Bissonnette: ingeniumbooks.com/peter-j-bissonnette 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://tonydurso.com/spotify 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #Leadership #Resilience #BusinessGrowth #IntegrityInBusiness #TelecomIndustry #Entrepreneurship #Mentorship #CorporateCulture #ExecutiveWisdom #LegacyBuilding

Dr. Alan Barnard is one of the world's leading decision scientists and the author of From Fragile to Antifragile: How to Transform Organizations, People, and Relationships. As founder of Goldratt Research Labs, he's worked with leaders across the globe to help them make better decisions, eliminate bottlenecks, and build systems that thrive under stress—not collapse from it. This episode dives deep into the science of antifragility—how some businesses and leaders not only survive pressure but actually grow stronger because of it. You'll learn the hidden decision mistakes that keep organizations fragile, the frameworks for building resilient systems, and how to turn chaos into clarity in your business and life. What You'll Learn • Why resilience isn't enough—and what it really means to be antifragile • How to identify whether your business is fragile, robust, or antifragile • Common decision-making traps that weaken leaders and organizations • How to transform stress into a strategic advantage • The mindset that helps entrepreneurs thrive in uncertainty About Dr. Alan Barnard Dr. Alan Barnard is a decision scientist, author, and CEO of Goldratt Research Labs. He has pioneered new ways to apply the Theory of Constraints to leadership, strategy, and organizational performance. His latest book, From Fragile to Antifragile, distills decades of research into a roadmap for building people and companies that gain from stress instead of breaking under it. Sponsors & Partners • Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com. Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Dr. Alan Barnard: dralanbarnard.com 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://tonydurso.com/spotify 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode. #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MarketingAudit #ScaleSmarter #FractionalCMO #MarketingStrategy #CustomerAcquisition #StartupScaling #BusinessOptimization #ProfitLeaks

Every entrepreneur wants their marketing to work harder — but most are quietly leaking money without realizing it. Draye has seen it all: seven-figure ad budgets with zero return, teams chasing vanity metrics, and agencies over-promising results they can't deliver. He breaks down how to stop the waste, simplify your strategy, and install systems that actually drive profit. Whether you're scaling a service firm or building your next big exit, this conversation will show you exactly where to focus for real, measurable growth. What You'll Learn • The hidden leaks draining your marketing budget — and how to fix them • Why most agencies fail to deliver sustainable growth • How a $15K audit saved a multi-million-dollar business • The smarter way to scale without hiring more people • How to build a company that grows — and sells — without you About Draye Redfern Draye Redfern is the founder of Fractional CMO and Redfern Media, advising 1,000+ founders and dozens of 7- and 8-figure firms. Featured in Forbes, Inc., HuffPost, and Psychology Today, Draye is known for bringing precision and grit to fast-growing service businesses. His mission: help founders plug their marketing leaks, simplify their systems, and scale with profit-driven clarity. Sponsors & Partners • Shopify — Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com. Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Draye Redfern: https://fractionalcmo.com 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://tonydurso.com/spotify 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode.   #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MarketingAudit #ScaleSmarter #FractionalCMO #MarketingStrategy #CustomerAcquisition #StartupScaling #BusinessOptimization #ProfitLeaks  

Entrepreneurs, if you've ever wondered how to turn trust, mindset, and relationships into scalable wealth — this episode shows you how. Discover the strategies behind one of the most inspiring syndication success stories, built not on luck but on positivity, persistence, and people-first leadership.   What You'll Learn • How syndication can help you raise millions and grow true wealth • The mindset that took one entrepreneur from $7 to $1 billion in assets • The habits that make positivity a real business strategy • Where the next major investment opportunities are emerging • How joy and integrity can scale your business further than hustle alone   About Vinney Chopra Vinney "Smile" Chopra is a multifamily syndication expert, best-selling author, and founder of Moneil Investment Group, Moneil Management Group, and Moneil Senior Living. With over $1 billion in managed assets and 40+ successful syndication deals, he's proven that positivity and consistent action create extraordinary results. Through his books Apartment Syndication Made Easy and Positivity Brings Profitability, Vinney teaches entrepreneurs to lead with energy, trust, and purpose while building lasting wealth through real estate.   Sponsors & Partners • NordVPN — Stay safe online with the world's leading VPN. Protect your privacy, browse securely, and enjoy total peace of mind. 👉 Get your exclusive offer today: NordVPN.com/tony • Shopify — Turn your dreams into cha-ching with the best platform for entrepreneurs. 👉 Start your $1/month trial today: https://shopify.com/tony • For sponsorship opportunities, email ad-sales@libsyn.com.   Resources & Links Mentioned Connect with Vinney Chopra: https://vinneychopra.com 🎧 Listen on Apple: https://tonydurso.com/apple 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://tonydurso.com/spotify 📧 Join the Newsletter: https://tonydurso.com/news 🎥 Watch the Video: https://tonydurso.com/videos   Tony's Closing Words Use this and let's help you Move on YOUR Journey to Success! Just Take Action. – Success awaits those who persevere and remain steadfast despite the odds. Sow good seeds, do good deeds and join me on the next episode. #Entrepreneurship #RealEstateInvesting #Syndication #SuccessMindset #WealthBuilding #Leadership #Positivity #BusinessGrowth #TonyDUrso #Podcast