In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with serial entrepreneur and marketer Chris LaMorte about how his company, Strictly AI, is helping small businesses and startups thrive in today’s fast-moving digital and AI-driven world. Chris shares insights on how AI is transforming marketing, why the future of the web is conversational, and how […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with relentless legal trailblazer Lem Garcia, who turned just a few thousand dollars and a Craigslist desk into one of Southern California’s top personal injury law firms. Lem shares his journey of betting on himself, overcoming setbacks, and proving that success isn’t about where you start […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with independent compensation consultant Scott Trumpolt about growth-driven compensation strategies for startups and business leaders. We explore how a company’s compensation philosophy impacts its success and evolves over time, highlighting the importance of building flexibility into pay structures. Scott shares insights on market-based pay, the balance […]

Listen to this article here: Every entrepreneur dreads the thought of failure. Not just small mistakes you can bounce back from, but the kind of failure that kills startups, wipes out bank accounts, and sends founders back to the drawing board wondering what went wrong. You’ve probably heard the statistic — 90% of startups fail. But that […]

Is AI going to replace entrepreneurs, or is it the ultimate tool for success? In this episode of Future Tech, I break down the impact of AI on business, exploring whether it’s a threat or an opportunity. From automating tasks to optimizing marketing and even generating business ideas, AI is transforming how we work. But […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with hospitality entrepreneur and belonging expert Dan Berger about the true meaning of belonging and its impact inside and outside the workplace. Dan shares insights from his book The Quest, where he explores the psychology of belonging and provides a framework for building it intentionally. We […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with visionary entrepreneur, innovator, and author Mitch Francis about bold solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges. Drawing from his new book, Bad-Ass Solutions for Today’s Big-Ass Problems, Mitch shares practical and non-partisan ideas for tackling issues like climate change, national debt, education reform, gun […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Matt Logan, Founder of Rise North Capital, about his mission to transform the financial services industry. With over 16 years of experience, Matt shares how he empowers financial professionals to thrive, expands access to financial advice, and creates lasting impact for clients. We explore his […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Robert McMillan, founder of Camping.Tools, about crafting value for both B2C and B2B customers in the digital age. We explore the challenges startups face when creating the perfect customer pitch and the importance of identifying market pain points to deliver meaningful solutions. Robert shares insights […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with entrepreneur, investor, and innovator Jason Schappert about his journey from bootstrapping a business to an 8-figure exit and how he’s now empowering others to achieve financial freedom through Moola. Jason shares his passion for financial literacy, the mission behind his AI-driven investment platform, and practical […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with CEO and Life Coach Vernessa Hopkins about the transformative power of the Influence Equation in leadership and career development. Vernessa shares her insights on how to elevate your leadership by maximizing your influence and impact, covering the 8 key points of the equation. From decoding […]

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Neil Twa, CEO and co-author of “Almost Automated Income with FBA,” about building profitable e-commerce brands on Amazon. Neil shares insights from over 15 years of experience, revealing the strategies behind creating, scaling, and exiting successful Amazon FBA businesses. We discuss how to identify profitable […]