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Builders of Authority
Builders of Authority is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs looking to level up their game in all facets. With a focus on personal branding and growing your business, host Adam McChesney, brings on high level entrepreneurs who have experience growing companies through branding. You will learn tactics and strategies, not theories, from guests on the podcast while understanding what you need to do in order to reach new levels of success.
Episodes
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Crafting Your Narrative & Amplifying Your Reach w/PR Strategies (Interview w/Justin Charpentier)
I always enjoy interviewing people that I’ve known for a long time. I think it makes the episode that much better because we both know each other, what we have…
Builders of AuthorityThe Journey From Jewelry Salesman to Jewelry Store Owner & Discussing Bullion w/Charles Marks
We have another in person episode coming to you live from Half Coast Studios in St. Louis. Today I’m joined by someone who I’m a huge fan of. I was originally…
Builders of AuthorityInterviewing My Brother, Andrew McChesney, the Newest Member of the Builders of Authority Team
This is going to be a special episode. A few months ago, I had the opportunity to interview my dad in person on the podcast, and it was one of the best and…
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Real Estate, Business Acquisitions, & The Importance of Mentorship w/Josh Wilson
Today’s guest and I are talking live for the first time. We have been connected online for a bit, and he was looking to get on some more podcasts. Our mutual…
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On the Road to $1B in Revenue via Roofing & Real Estate w/Tony Flattum
Today’s guest and I got connected last year through a mastermind called Apex. We had a quick phone call one afternoon, and I was blown away at what he has…
Builders of AuthorityNiching Down, Listening to your Customers & Building a Luxury Service w/Jeremy Thraikill
Today I’m joined by one of the brightest minds I’ve ever met in the marketing & advertising space. We have known each other for the last few years, and I’ve…
Builders of AuthorityWhat is Builders of Authority?
Today we have a solo episode. I’ve only done a few of these, and the last one was announcing the transition from Entrebrewer to Builder of Authority for the…
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Learning About What a Strategic Growth Facilitator Does w/Nathan Bush
Today we continue with another in person episode here at Half Coast Studios here in St. Louis. This guest and I got connected on social media awhile ago, but…
Builders of AuthorityFinding Purpose through Serial Entrepreneurship w/Kevin Oldham
I’m honored to have today’s guest on the podcast with me. I was honestly shocked that I hadn’t had him on yet when I went to go ask him, but at least now we…
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Discussing Life, Entrepreneurship & The Thing Events w/Terry Weaver
Today is a first for the Builders of Authority Podcast. We are originally recording this episode as a "live" recording on social media via Streamyard, and then…
Builders of AuthorityDiscussing the Life of Serial Entrepreneurship & Building a Legacy w/Matthew Boyer
Today we have another in person episode for you. He and I actually just got connected here recently before the last BOA LIVE event. We knew a lot of the same…
Builders of AuthorityZero to Hero: Noe Madrigal Bought a Roofing Company w/ No Experience & Grew it to Multiple 7-Figures
Today’s episode will be great. I originally got connected with him over 2 years ago. He was a client of Hite’s for a bit. Since then, I’ve been watching him…
Builders of AuthorityFrom Backyard Business to Brick & Mortar w/David Marks of Quality Auto Repair Tire & Auto Sales
Today we have another in person episode for you. This is someone I’m really excited about interviewing today. We have been connected for almost 4 years now…
Builders of AuthorityHow Chugging Beers During The Pandemic Grew into the Movement “The End Is Near, So Let’s Drink Beer”
Today we have another in person episode for you. You may know him from the insanely popular Facebook Group he created right as the pandemic started in 2020…
Builders of AuthorityLessons Learned from a Failed Company to Becoming the Entrepreneur he is Today w/Brad Starnes
Today we have another in person episode for you. This is someone that to be honest, has made such a big impact on who I am today, and he probably doesn’t even…
Builders of AuthorityFrom Rock Bottom & Being on the Streets, to Building an Empire w/Kenny Baden
Today’s episode is one where I’m joined by someone that I’ve been connected to for over a year now through Apex. I’ve been a guest on his podcast “The Kitchen…
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Utilizing AI to Revolutionize the Sales World in Home Service Companies w/Corey Berrier
Today I’m joined by someone that I’ve been connected to online for a few months. We had a chance to briefly meet last year at RoofCON. A few weeks after the…
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Learning How to Set the Standard & Be the Example in Our Lives w/Ben Newman
I’m not going to lie, I have been looking forward to this episode ever since I started podcasting. While this guest may have not known he was going to be on my…
Builders of AuthorityDiscussing the Radio Business, Entrepreneurship, and What it Takes to be Successful w/Tim McKernan
Today we have another in person episode with someone I’ve been following since 2015/2016. Back when I was in medical device sales I was driving around and…
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Sitting Down for a Conversation w/my Dad, Brian McChesney, to Talk Life & Entrepreneurship
Today’s episode is going to be like none I’ve ever done before. It’s an in person episode. Today’s guest has known me longer than anyone else who will ever be…
Builders of AuthorityBuilding a Company & Brand Through Promoting Fitness & Healthy Living w/Brendan Glijum
I’m excited for today’s episode. It’s the 1st in person episode of Builders of Authority. No pressure. Today’s guest is someone that I’ve known for years…
Builders of AuthorityLeveraging Your Personal Brand to Build an Empire w/Jordan Stupar
Well, here we are. The first official episode of Builders of Authority. If you have been following my podcast for any period of time, you know that it’s been…
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Introduction to Builders of Authority, a Podcast for Entrepreneurs Looking to Become THE Authority
Welcome to the 'Builders of Authority' podcast! Your go-to destination for shaping a powerful, influential brand." In a world where brand strength is king…
Builders of AuthorityEp #100: Reaching the 100th Podcast Episode Milestone for Entrebrewer & a MASSIVE Announcement!
100 Episodes. Crazy to think that we have finally hit that exclusive mark in podcasting. When I first got started, I thought there’s no way I’ll get to 100…
Builders of AuthorityEp #99: Building A Success Plumbing Company on Core Values w/Mitch Smedley of Smedley Plumbing
I’ve been excited for this episode since we booked awhile back. I’ve only known this guy for about the past 18 months or so, but I am massive believer in…
Builders of AuthorityEp #98: Transitioning from Employee to CEO, Building a Multi-Million Dollar Empire w/Jose Escobar
Today we have an excellent episode lined up for you. I originally met this guest at an event in December 2022 in DC, where we both spoke on stage. After that…
Builders of AuthorityEp #97: The Story of a Man Traveling the USA Pretending to be Australian w/Tannon Sweet
We are live here at Half Coast Studios in St. Louis for another in person episode. Today’s guest is someone I’ve known now for over a year. We originally got…
Builders of AuthorityEp #96: From Being Employed in the Car Warranty Industry, to Serial Entrepreneurship w/Justin Dossey
Today we have back to back in person episodes here at Half Coast Studios in St. Louis. For this episode, I’m joined by someone I’ve been connected to online…
Builders of AuthorityEp #95: From Mowing Lawns at 13, to Building a 7-Figure Landscaping Company at 22 w/Chase Gallagher
Today’s guest is someone I’ve been watching online for the last few months. We have some mutual connections and once I saw him on my friend Kyle’s podcast, I…
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Ep #94: From the NFL to the Professional World w/Taylor Symmank
Today we have a first. At least a first that I know of. We have an ex-pro athlete. Today’s guest is a retired NFL athlete. He has been featured in major media…
Builders of AuthorityEp #93: The Business Coach Who Has Actually DONE It w/Tony Whatley
Today’s episode is one that I’ve been excited for, for quite some time. He’s someone I’ve been connected to online for the past few years and someone I truly…
Builders of AuthorityEp #92: How to WIN at Life w/Eric Rios
Today we have an in-person episode with someone I’ve been connected with for a while. A few months ago I had the opportunity to be on his podcast, and earlier…
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Ep #91: Becoming ICONIC in ALL Areas of your Life w/Kris Whitehead
Today we have a special episode for you. This is someone that I had on my original list for my guests when launching the podcast almost 2 years ago. I’m…
Builders of AuthorityEp #90: The Art of Never Giving Up & Always Finding a Way to Win w/Tanner Dallas
Today we have an in-person episode with someone I’ve known now for over 3 years. We got connected online, and then started doing business together as he’s been…
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Ep #89: Keys to a Successful Painting Company: Do Great Work, Hire Exceptional People
Today we have an in-person episode with someone I’ve been following for the last few months. Earlier this year he became a client of ours, and we had a few…
Builders of AuthorityEp #88: Finding Purpose & Autonomy in Life To Reach Your Fullest Potential w/Daniel Burke-Aguero
Today’s guest and I just got connected for the first time a few months ago through an online community called Connected Leaders Academy. We were chatting over…
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Ep #87: Building a Call Center Empire for Contractors & Home-Service Businesses w/James King Baskin
Today I’m joined by someone I’ve got the chance to get to know over the past few years from Apex. He’s a world traveler and has a great story that I’m excited…
Builders of AuthorityEp #86: Taking Lessons from Corporate America, and Implementing Them in Entrepreneurship w/Nathan Johnson
Today I’m joined by someone I got the chance to meet almost a year ago now through a group we are a part of called Apex. He’s got a lot going on, and I have…
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Ep #85: Unlocking the Keys to Success: Mindset, Discipline & Accountability w/Lisa Small
Today I’m joined by someone I got the chance to meet over Zoom last week through a mutual connection. I knew a little bit about her, but really had the chance…
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Ep #84: Success in Entrepreneurship By Taking Action & Providing For Your Family w/Todd Liscombe
Today is an in person episode at Half Coast Studios. This is a special one for me because this guest and I have known each other for 3 plus years at this…
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Ep #83: Life-long Growth Through Experiences as an Employee & Entrepreneur w/Mark de Grasse
Today I’m joined by someone I got the chance to briefly meet and hear speak at TCS in June in Costa Rica. He’s one of the brightest minds I’ve met, and he gave…
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Ep #82: How To Do What You Love, Without Sacrificing Who You Love w/Kimberly Holmes
Today I’m joined by someone I met at TCS over the summer in Costa Rica. I got the opportunity to listen to her speak, and I’m really excited to have her on the…
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Ep #81: From Working as a Police Officer to Building a Dominate Roofing Company w/Kenny Robinson
Today I’m joined by someone I’ve gotten to know really well over the past 2 years. He’s a family man, entrepreneur, coach, podcast host and much more. I’ve had…
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Ep #80: Impact Over Income & Making a Difference w/Michael Fabber
Today I’m joined by someone I have never actually talked to before or met, but feel like I’ve known him for years. I have the utmost respect for him and what…
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Ep #79: Addicted to Winning in All Areas of Life w/Jeff Brekken
Today’s guest and I have been connected online for awhile through Apex. I was a guest on his podcast last month, and I absolutely love his energy and his…
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Ep #78: Building Businesses w/Partnerships & Great People w/Ryan Fox
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I got connected last month at a CLIPA Training event. We got to talking at dinner, and he’s…
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Ep #77: How a Craigslist Ad Turned Him into a Millionaire w/Victor Rancour
Today I’m joined by someone who I’ve watched from a distance for the last few years level up, time and time again. Many of you listening probably know who he…
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Ep #76: Learning Entrepreneurship Through Family & Lifelong Experiences w/Jake Stone
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I got connected a few months back after meeting through a program called Junk Academy. He is…
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Ep #75: Helping People Do Things They’ve Never Done Before w/Josh Wiesler
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. It’s here in person at Half Coast Studios, live from St. Louis, MO. My guest and I got connected a few…
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Ep #74: Protect Your Time and Operate in Your Zone of Genius w/Angela Schroeder
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I got connected a few months back on Facebook. I was one of her podcasts earlier this week…
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Ep #73: Turning Pain Into Clarity & Growing From It w/Matthew Brackett
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I originally met back in December at a BLN event in Washington DC. Since then we have been…
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Ep #72: Continuing a Family Legacy & Being Authentic w/Eric Oberembt
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. He has one incredible story. My guest and I have only met virtually through Facebook, and had a series of…
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Ep #71: From Playing Poker to Entrepreneurship & Digital Marketing w/Patric Shannon
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. Of all the guests that have come on the show, this guest may have known me the longest. We originally got…
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Ep #70: Importance of Focus & Niching Down w/Russ Perry
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I haven’t officially met yet. We chatted back and forth via email to get this podcast…
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Ep #69: Don’t Compare Your Journey To Anyone Else’s w/Casey Bubba Lawrence
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I have been connected online, like many of my guests. He has a vast range of experience in…
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Ep #68: Information is Free; Implementation is the Fee w/Brenden Kumarasamy
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I connected earlier this year through PodMatch. If you haven’t heard of PodMatch before, I…
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Ep #67: Being Open To Being Shaped, Zig & Zag, & Grab The Lesson Elzie Flenard III
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I originally connected last year, when I was a guest on his podcast, Enterprise Now! He’s an…
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Ep #66: Fail Fast, & Don’t Make the Same Mistake Twice w/Jacob Jones
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I got connected late last year through our Apex community. He’s an overall great dude with a…
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Ep #65: Finding Passion in Serving Others Daily w/JC Chanowsky
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. My guest and I just met over the past few months online. In the world we live in, there’s so many…
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Ep #64: Dumb Enough to Keep Going, Smart Enough to Hire Smart People w/Derek Mabie
Today we have another great episode lined up for you. It’s another in person episode which always turn out great here at Half Coast Studios. My guest and I…