Episode #284: Benj Miller
Benj Miller is a serial entrepreneur, business coach, and the chief architect/co-founder of System & Soul—an operating framework built to help companies scale by combining the rigor of systems with the heartbeat of culture. He matters because he’s walked the path himself: from self-taught designer to agency founder who grew 300% and then rebuilt through better leadership, clarity, and process. Today, he helps founders move from founder-led to leadership-team-led so their businesses can truly grow.
Episode #283: Enrique & Joslym Den
Tania Khazaal (Tanya the Herbalist), CEO of Your Life Tania Khazaal—better known as Tanya the Herbalist—is a coach, creator, and community builder helping people reclaim health, purpose, and agency. After witnessing her mother’s decline on pharmaceuticals, Tania dove into herbalism, rebuilt her own well-being, and transformed a tea side-hustle into a seven-figure, mission-driven brand. Today, through CEO of Your Life and her She’s Empowered community, she champions faith, emotional resilience, and practical daily habits that create lasting change. In this episode, Tania shares how she shifted from corporate life and basement tea packing to digital products, courses, and coaching—while keeping her compass set on faith, family, and service. Her framework centers on four pillars (inner world/spirituality, lifestyle & well-being, relationships, and vision/legacy) and a deceptively simple cadence: 18 minutes a day. Top Takeaways From crisis to calling: Her mother’s health battle sparked a deep dive into herbalism and holistic healing, leading to a purpose-led business. Product → platform: Moving from physical teas to ebooks, funnels, and courses unlocked scale and financial freedom. Four-pillar operating system: Inner world (faith), health, relationships, and vision—progress across all four creates durable happiness. Relationships matter: She spotlights estrangement as a “silent epidemic” and teaches emotional regulation over cut-off culture. 18 minutes a day: Small, daily commitments compound to ~100 hours/year—enough to change your health, business, and life. Ready to be the CEO of your life? Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42QHMV4EYW0 (search: “Clicks and Bricks Tanya the Herbalist”) Memorable Quote: “You can literally change your entire life in 10 years with 18 minutes a day.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Tania Linkedin Instagram Facebook
Episode #280: Bryant Cruse
Tania Khazaal (Tanya the Herbalist), CEO of Your Life Tania Khazaal—better known as Tanya the Herbalist—is a coach, creator, and community builder helping people reclaim health, purpose, and agency. After witnessing her mother’s decline on pharmaceuticals, Tania dove into herbalism, rebuilt her own well-being, and transformed a tea side-hustle into a seven-figure, mission-driven brand. Today, through CEO of Your Life and her She’s Empowered community, she champions faith, emotional resilience, and practical daily habits that create lasting change. In this episode, Tania shares how she shifted from corporate life and basement tea packing to digital products, courses, and coaching—while keeping her compass set on faith, family, and service. Her framework centers on four pillars (inner world/spirituality, lifestyle & well-being, relationships, and vision/legacy) and a deceptively simple cadence: 18 minutes a day. Top Takeaways From crisis to calling: Her mother’s health battle sparked a deep dive into herbalism and holistic healing, leading to a purpose-led business. Product → platform: Moving from physical teas to ebooks, funnels, and courses unlocked scale and financial freedom. Four-pillar operating system: Inner world (faith), health, relationships, and vision—progress across all four creates durable happiness. Relationships matter: She spotlights estrangement as a “silent epidemic” and teaches emotional regulation over cut-off culture. 18 minutes a day: Small, daily commitments compound to ~100 hours/year—enough to change your health, business, and life. Ready to be the CEO of your life? Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42QHMV4EYW0 (search: “Clicks and Bricks Tanya the Herbalist”) Memorable Quote: “You can literally change your entire life in 10 years with 18 minutes a day.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Tania Linkedin Instagram Facebook
Episode #279: Neil Twa
Neil Twa is the CEO of Voltage Holdings and a serial entrepreneur who’s helped launch and scale Amazon FBA brands to seven and eight figures. In this Clicks & Bricks episode, Neil shares how he went from coding on a Commodore 64 to managing global projects at IBM—and why he left corporate life to build lifestyle-driven eCommerce companies. If you’re serious about creating intrinsic brand value (not just flipping products), Neil’s playbook will resonate.
Episode #278: Jeff Bettag
Jeff Bettag is a certified health coach, longtime Juice Plus+ independent distributor, and the creator of EatTheDamnSalad.com. With nearly two decades in fitness and wellness, Jeff blends practical nutrition, simple training frameworks, and entrepreneurial grit to help busy people—especially business owners—protect their most valuable asset: their health.
Episode #277: Phillip Miranda
Phillip Miranda — Building Miranda Detailing from the Ground Up Phillip Miranda is the co-founder of Miranda Detailing in Chesterfield, VA, which he runs alongside his wife, Jessica. What began as a leap of faith—moving to a new state with debt and no safety net—has grown into one of the most recognized detailing services in their region. Phillip’s story is a masterclass in perseverance, adaptability, and transforming passion into a thriving multi-stream business. Top 5 Takeaways from the Episode: Started from scratch: Phillip and Jessica moved from Vermont to Virginia with debt, no clients, and no formal business plan—but built a successful detailing shop through sheer determination. Pivoting with trends: Early partnerships with Groupon helped them gain traction, and today they leverage YouTube, affiliate marketing, and merch sales for multiple revenue streams. Passion as a driver: Their love for detailing turned what many see as a simple service into a high-value luxury experience for their clients. From local to global reach: YouTube enabled Phillip to teach detailing worldwide, growing a following of enthusiasts and pros, and opening new income avenues beyond their local market. Future-focused: He’s developing an online subscription training platform for aspiring and seasoned detailers, featuring monthly guest experts, business tips, and hands-on demos. Watch the full episode now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOr_KaMFoU4 Memorable Quote: “If you’re on the fence… now’s the time to jump into it. Don’t wait. Just do it.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Phillip Linkedin Globe Facebook
Episode #276: Niki Dealey
Niki Dealey is the President & Founder of Dealey Media International, a major media and digital marketing firm serving small businesses nationwide (and overseas). A self-taught, 15+ year veteran, Niki blends affordable execution with advisory-level strategy—matching each client’s objectives, budget, and deadlines to tools that actually move the needle.
Episode #303: Jenn Garrett
Tania Khazaal (Tanya the Herbalist), CEO of Your Life Tania Khazaal—better known as Tanya the Herbalist—is a coach, creator, and community builder helping people reclaim health, purpose, and agency. After witnessing her mother’s decline on pharmaceuticals, Tania dove into herbalism, rebuilt her own well-being, and transformed a tea side-hustle into a seven-figure, mission-driven brand. Today, through CEO of Your Life and her She’s Empowered community, she champions faith, emotional resilience, and practical daily habits that create lasting change. In this episode, Tania shares how she shifted from corporate life and basement tea packing to digital products, courses, and coaching—while keeping her compass set on faith, family, and service. Her framework centers on four pillars (inner world/spirituality, lifestyle & well-being, relationships, and vision/legacy) and a deceptively simple cadence: 18 minutes a day. Top Takeaways From crisis to calling: Her mother’s health battle sparked a deep dive into herbalism and holistic healing, leading to a purpose-led business. Product → platform: Moving from physical teas to ebooks, funnels, and courses unlocked scale and financial freedom. Four-pillar operating system: Inner world (faith), health, relationships, and vision—progress across all four creates durable happiness. Relationships matter: She spotlights estrangement as a “silent epidemic” and teaches emotional regulation over cut-off culture. 18 minutes a day: Small, daily commitments compound to ~100 hours/year—enough to change your health, business, and life. Ready to be the CEO of your life? Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42QHMV4EYW0 (search: “Clicks and Bricks Tanya the Herbalist”) Memorable Quote: “You can literally change your entire life in 10 years with 18 minutes a day.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Tania Linkedin Instagram Facebook
Episode #292: Chris Krimitsos
From small meetups to one of the world’s largest podcasting events, Chris Krimitsos is on a mission to help content creators grow, connect, and thrive. As the visionary behind Podfest Expo, Chris has turned a humble 13-person meetup into an international conference drawing thousands of podcasters, YouTubers, and media innovators each year. His story is proof that big things often start ugly—but with passion, consistency, and community, they can grow beyond imagination.
Episode #274: Shelly Norris
Shelly Norris is the co-founder of Corey’s Network Inc. and the mother of Corey, whose 2013 homicide ignited her mission. With 35 years in social work—spanning women’s shelters, adjudicated youth, the Missouri Department of Corrections, school systems, and sexual-abuse investigations—Shelly built a Kansas City–based nonprofit that delivers immediate support, advocacy, and practical services to surviving victims of homicide. Her story is a masterclass in channeling grief into action.