Episode #187: Collin – Co-Founder and CRO at Sales Cast
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 #185: Paul Pacun
Paul Pacun, co-founder of Vablet, shares how the iPad sparked his vision for digital sales enablement and lessons every entrepreneur should know.
Episode #179: Good Wave – Brad Harris
Brad Harris – Founder of Good Wave, Building a Family-Friendly Outdoor Brand Brad Harris is the founder and driving force behind Good Wave, a mission-driven outdoor brand dedicated to making water and outdoor sports more accessible and family-friendly. With a background in tech, marketing, and startups, Brad turned his passion for adventure into a company that caters to families who want to enjoy the outdoors without the intimidating edge often seen in extreme sports brands. His journey from solo founder to growing an international presence in the U.S., Australia, Canada, and Europe is packed with lessons for entrepreneurs. Key Takeaways: Purpose as a North Star: Brad emphasizes that his company was built around a clear mission—creating family-friendly, approachable water sports products. The Solo Founder Challenge: He shares why launching a business alone is tough and why having a co-founder can make the highs and lows more manageable. Pandemic Pivot: Good Wave overcame severe supply chain disruptions by shifting from dropshipping to a warehouse-based model. Customer-Led Product Design: The upcoming “Fruities” surfboard line was created with direct input from hundreds of parents and kids. Start Small and Scale Smart: Brad stresses testing a minimal viable product and hiring experts for specialized roles like digital marketing to accelerate growth. Catch the full story of Brad Harris and his inspiring journey building Good Wave on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLqFFsTNh2s Memorable Quote: You’re going to be the number one believer in your product or business—if you’re not, you should drop tools now because no one else will be that for you. Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Brad Linkedin Globe Instagram
Episode #170: From CEO to Survivor to Superhero Mentor – Terrance McMahon
Terrance McMahon – From CEO to Survivor to Superhero Mentor Terrance McMahon | Author, Speaker, Transformation Coach Terrance McMahon’s story is one of extreme transformation. Once a wealthy CEO leading a billion-dollar financial franchise, he found himself on the brink of death from alcohol-related liver failure. After a miraculous transplant, Terrance didn’t just recover—he reinvented himself entirely. Today, he’s a bestselling author, speaker, and coach helping others transform their pain into purpose and build lives of freedom, health, and meaning. Top 5 Takeaways from the Episode: Reinvention Begins with Decision: Terrance teaches that true transformation starts by cutting away what no longer serves you and intentionally stepping into something new. From Algorithms to Impact: He scaled a door-to-door insurance hustle into a billion-dollar enterprise using sales “algorithms”—systems he now helps others develop for freedom-based businesses. The Kintsugi Mindset: Inspired by the Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold, Terrance believes our visible scars can make us more valuable, not less. Domino Strategy for Growth: By identifying your “change the world” domino and lining up each small win, you can build unstoppable momentum in life and business. From Deathbed to Digital Freedom: After a near-death experience and liver transplant, Terrance sold everything and built a business around helping others create location-independent lives. Watch the full episode to hear Terrance’s wild ride from boardroom to hospital bed to bestselling author: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IWRiPAhqNao Memorable Quote: “Once you assign meaning to your recovery, it’s no longer suffering.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Terrance Linkedin Globe Tiktok
Episode #168: Joyfully Badass Business Academy – Janifer Wheeler
Guest Profile: Janifer Wheeler – Joyfully Badass Business Academy From Classroom to C-Suite: How Janifer Wheeler is Revolutionizing Small Business Training Janifer Wheeler, founder of the Joyfully Badass Business Academy, turned burnout into breakthrough by transforming her skills as a certified teacher into a thriving productivity consultancy for entrepreneurs. With a mission to make business more joyful, efficient, and impactful, she’s helping small business owners ditch the overwhelm by teaching them how to streamline operations through effective microlearning. As a former elementary school teacher and curriculum designer, Janifer knows the real-world struggles of building something from scratch. She now supports entrepreneurs with time-saving training systems that help teams work smarter, not harder. If you’re tired of chaotic onboarding or inefficient processes, this episode is your roadmap to sanity. 5 Key Takeaways from Janifer’s Episode: Microlearning > Macrolearning: Short, focused trainings are more effective for busy teams than traditional long-form workshops. Start With What You Know: Janifer’s journey began by repurposing her teaching skills for adult learners and business operations. Map Your Business Joy: Document tasks, then identify which spark joy—and which can be delegated or automated. Be Flexible: SOPs are guidelines, not gospel. When weird stuff happens (and it will), adapt and update. Manifest with Intention: Success starts with staying grounded, aligned with your intuition, and building systems around your goals. Watch the Full Episode: Learn how Janifer helps business owners create productive teams without burning out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCXH1qWIR5c Memorable Quote: “If it’s not joyful, why do it?” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Janifer Linkedin Globe
Episode #165: Life & Business Coach at ProAdvisorCoach – Andrew Safnauer
Guest Profile: Andrew Safnauer – Life & Business Coach at ProAdvisorCoach Helping Entrepreneurs Move Forward With Intention Andrew Safnauer isn’t your average business coach. With a background in radio, voiceover work, and entrepreneurship, he’s a creative force who’s spent decades building a career on grit, adaptability, and intentional growth. Now with ProAdvisorCoach, Andrew helps business leaders define their goals, overcome limiting beliefs, and design a future that fits their personal definition of success. Top 5 Takeaways from the Episode: Intentionality Matters: Success doesn’t happen by accident. Andrew believes you must intentionally decide to move your life and business forward. Otherwise, life just “happens” to you. Price Integrity Wins: Competing on price is a race to the bottom. Andrew emphasizes the value conversation—don’t lower your rates to match Fiverr. Elevate your work by showing the results it delivers. Perfect is the Enemy of Progress: He shares that waiting for perfection stalls growth. “Ship it at 90%,” he says, and iterate from there. Small Wins Add Up: Whether it’s a workout at 4:30 AM or sending a proposal, daily wins build long-term success. One step forward each day is still progress. Success is Personal: From owning a van on the beach to leading a billion-dollar company—Andrew says success must be defined by you, not society. Whether you’re a founder looking to scale, a solopreneur craving momentum, or just feeling stuck—Andrew’s journey and practical insights will leave you inspired to take action. Watch the full episode now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhRNIl6lAvk Memorable Quote: “Don’t let life happen to you. Take control and move your life forward.” – Andrew Safnauer Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Andrew Linkedin Globe
Episode #159: The Alternative Board – Graeme Ward
Guest Profile: Graeme Ward of The Alternative Board – Helping Business Owners Take Back Control Meet Graeme Ward, serial entrepreneur and facilitator at The Alternative Board (TAB) in The Woodlands. With decades of hands-on business experience — including launching a radio station from scratch and turning around a failing tech company — Graeme brings hard-earned wisdom to help entrepreneurs stop being dragged by their business and start leading it. If your company feels like a big dog walking you, this episode is for you. Graeme shares how TAB gives business owners structure, accountability, and a peer group to regain control — not just of their company, but of their lives. This Episode’s Highlights From Chaos to Clarity: Graeme’s leadership turned a struggling dot-com era tech firm into a thriving, process-driven company — all during a market crash. Team Culture Wins: Empowering employees and removing toxic micromanagement helped land a $2.4M U.S. Coast Guard contract. TAB’s Sweet Spot: TAB is ideal for owners with 10–30 employees and $1M–$10M in revenue — when every hire really starts to matter. Culture Over Clock-In: Treating people with flexibility, empathy, and respect leads to better retention and performance. Entrepreneurship = Adaptability: Graeme proves that knowing when to pivot, let go, or build structure is key to business longevity. Watch the full interview with Graeme Ward on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLoRMyXRVeo Memorable Quote: “Sometimes your business starts running you — TAB helps you take the reins back.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Graeme Facebook Linkedin Globe
Episode #148: ADMANITY – Brian Gregory
Brian Gregory of ADMANITY: Cracking the Code of Emotional Advertising for Small Businesses Brian Gregory, Founder and CEO of ADMANITY, is on a mission to empower small businesses with the same emotional advertising power used by major brands. With a background in publishing and ad sales, Brian spent years developing a groundbreaking algorithm that decodes which emotions sell best—so any entrepreneur can market with confidence and clarity. Top 5 Takeaways from the Episode: Emotions drive sales: Brian’s ADMANITY Protocol identifies 15 core emotions that have sold everything on Earth—and teaches businesses how to apply them. Make a “Victory List” to boost mindset: Brian recommends listing your past wins to stay grounded and motivated through tough entrepreneurial seasons. Big-brand tactics, small-business price: The ADMANITY test delivers ad agency-level insights in five minutes—without the steep costs. Emotions combine like formulas: The secret isn’t just one emotion—it’s the right combination that creates powerful, conversion-driven ads. Technology finds the customer—emotion seals the deal: No matter how advanced targeting becomes, emotional connection is still what drives buying behavior. Get the full story on Brian’s journey, emotional branding strategies, and how small businesses can finally advertise like the pros.Watch it now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTmqzGEzi6g Memorable Quote: “If we forget who we are, they’re going to forget who you are. Make the list. You’ve conquered things before—this is just the next one.” Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Brian Calendar-alt Linkedin Globe
Episode #144: KimLevings.com – Kim Levings
Guest Profile: Kim Levings of KimLevings.com — Rewriting Your Mindset to Drive Life Forward Meet Kim Levings, founder of KimLevings.com, mindset coach, speaker, and trainer with over 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and leaders reshape their thinking to live more purposeful, balanced lives. From hitting personal rock bottom to becoming a master coach, Kim shares her transformational journey and teaches practical tools to rebalance your “four wheels of life” — physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual. In this episode of Clicks & Bricks, Kim walks host Ken through a powerful exercise that helps entrepreneurs identify which traits are steering their life and how to realign when the ride gets bumpy. Her blend of personal story, coaching frameworks, and neuroscience-backed tools makes this a must-watch for anyone feeling stuck or off-track. Top 5 Takeaways: You are the driver: Kim’s “four wheels” framework (physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual) helps identify which parts of your life are leading — and which need realignment. Your brain is reprogrammable: With neuroplasticity, even deeply rooted subconscious beliefs can be changed — with the right diagnostics and coaching. Don’t wait for rock bottom: Change doesn’t require a crash. Awareness is the first step, and small shifts can lead to massive outcomes. Coaching ≠ therapy: Coaches help you see blind spots, reframe narratives, and drive lasting change — especially for entrepreneurs and executives. Personal development = business ROI: Data shows that investing in mindset and leadership skills leads directly to higher income and greater team success. Ready to tune up your mental engine and get your wheels back in sync? Watch the full episode now at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqYeIAettZQ Memorable Quote: “If you don’t like the landscape of your life, you need to rethink you.” – Kim Levings Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Kim Facebook Linkedin Youtube Instagram Globe
Episode #128: Brainshare – Joe Siecinski
Guest Spotlight: Joe Siecinski of Brainshare – Helping Business Owners Master Time, Goals, and Growth Meet Joe Siecinski, founder of Brainshare and a business strategist with over 40 years of experience helping companies—from startups to global enterprises—scale smarter and faster. Joe’s mission is clear: help business owners create profitable, sustainable businesses that work without them. In Episode 128 of Clicks & Bricks, Joe shares his journey from the Army to Hewlett-Packard, and ultimately to helping over 2,000 businesses each year reach their potential. If you’re an entrepreneur looking to streamline your day, master your goals, and build a solid foundation for growth, this episode is packed with practical advice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aifoHs9yQc8 Top Takeaways from Joe’s Episode: Master Your Calendar: Plan your day every morning, review it every night, and take scheduled breaks to switch mental gears. Build a Strong Foundation: Focus on four cornerstones—time, your ultimate goal, standards, and financials—before scaling your business. Time Is Your Most Valuable Asset: Use time blocking and know which “hat” you’re wearing (CEO, Sales, Ops) at any given moment. Consistency Creates Confidence: Document your processes and train your team to deliver the same great experience every time. Set Smart Goals (or Milestones): Break down your long-term vision into actionable, measurable 90-day goals that fit your rhythm. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aifoHs9yQc8 Memorable Quote: The more money you make, the more people you can help—and that’s what it’s all about. Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Joe Facebook Linkedin Globe Youtube X-twitter