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Founder Talk with Alex Sheridan
Welcome to the Founder Talk Podcast. The show where we have real conversations with founders turning their businesses into assets, not jobs! The show is hosted by Alex B Sheridan founder of Impaxs Marketing and Podcast Builders. If you want honest conversation, practical insight, and a community of founders who are actually doing the work to build a business that runs without them, you are in the right place!
Episodes
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Marketing Genius Behind Nerds Candy with Bob Lambert
In this episode, I sit down with Bob Lambert, who draws on decades of real operating experience building iconic consumer brands like Nerds to explain why…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanDrone Expert on Building a Tech Company, UAPs, and Whether We’re Alone
In this episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with Ryan Walsh, a drone industry veteran operating at the intersection of advanced technology, regulation, and…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanSEO Expert on How to Get Found on Google and AI Search
In this episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with Mark Bealin, SEO Expert and founder of SearchLab, to unpack what it really takes for businesses to get found…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanPodcast Expert Reveals How He's Built Top Shows That Drive Revenue
In this episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with John Morris, founder of 444 Media and host of Golf with JMO, to break down how podcasting can be used as a…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanFormer Shark Tank Contestant: They Passed On Us, and Then We Built An Empire
Most great businesses start with a personal problem. For Brittany Hizer and Addie Gundry, a public restroom moment with Addie’s infant son led to Pluie, the…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Channel Your Dark Energy For Good With Jennifer Guzman
On this powerful and emotional episode of Founder Talk, Jennifer Guzman, founder of Bestola Collective, and I dive into what it really looks like to scale a…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanWhy Ignoring Stress Is Silently Destroying Founders w/ Nick Greco
Most founders don’t realize how much their work is reshaping who they are. Until it’s too late. In this episode of Founder Talk, Nick Greco, mental health…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Hidden Growth Advantage Top CEOs Swear By with Christoff Poppe
In this episode of Founder Talk, Christoff Poppe, founder of Half of Eight and a Vistage Chair who works with CEOs across industries, breaks down why peer…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanFrom 0 to 8-Figure Business in 3 Years With Alex Iannessa
In this episode of Founder Talk, Alex Iannessa, founder of EnRoads Paving, shares the real story behind going from zero to eight figures in under four years…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Playbook Behind $1 Billion in International Sales with Zach Selch
Zach Selch didn’t start with a network, a brand, or a head start. He started in a trailer park, found sales early, and turned it into a billion-dollar career…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanRethinking How We Learn With Erin Huizenga
Most founders say they want a smarter team, but they keep handing their people training that makes them dumb. In this episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanGrow Your Business Without Sacrificing Your Family With Matt Sidman
Most founders obsess over growth, but few think about staying in business long enough to enjoy it. In this episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with Matt…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Unexpected Business That Came From Retirement With Rajeev Khanna, M.D.
Most founders dream about the day they can finally “retire.” But what happens when you actually get there, and it’s not what you thought it would be? In this…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Build a Business Without Breaking Yourself With Magdalena Wrobel
Most founders talk about scaling their businesses — but few talk about the hidden cost their body, mind, and family pay along the way. In this episode of…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanStop Losing Deals and Win More High-Value Clients With Howard Fisher
Most teams move fast, thinking more speed means more sales. But in the rush, they lose the big deals: the ones that actually grow the business. In this episode…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Death of 9–5: How AI and the Gig Economy Are Changing Everything with Brian Horwath and Arben Koliqi
The 9–5 workday is disappearing. Faster than most people think. In this episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with Brian Horwath and Arben Koliqi, founders of…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Future of Work No One’s Ready For With Jason Krantz
In this episode of Founder Talk, Jason Krantz, founder of Strategy Titan and Labor Titan, pulls back the curtain on what’s actually happening in the world of…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanWhy Slowing Down Is the Secret to Growth With Brian Smith
In this episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with Brian Smith, founder of IA Business Advisors, to talk about the myth of hypergrowth — and why the best…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanWhy America is So Divided With Founder Mike Nellis
America seems to be more divided than ever before. But why is that? Is it because of leadership? or algorithms? or social media? In this episode of Founder…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Build a Brand That Stands Out and Attracts Clients with Jason Vana
Most companies think brand is just a logo, tagline, or color palette. The truth? That’s design. Brand is who you are, how you show up, and why people choose…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Hidden Reason Your Business Fails With Ryan Weiss
Most founders think they have a “people problem” or a “process problem.” The truth? It’s almost always both. Without clear systems, people get frustrated…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Build a Personal Brand on LinkedIn With Jared Gibson
Most founders quit creating content too early. They get frustrated when posts flop, blame the algorithm, and let ego get in the way. The truth? Building a…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Rise of Autonomous Lawnmowers (And What It Means for Jobs) With Ilya Sagalovich
Most people think of autonomous vehicles as futuristic cars on city streets. But what if the real disruption starts in your backyard; with machines that mow…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Build a Profitable Business that Runs Without You with Keith Seebeck
Most founders end up trapped in their own business. They’re the bottleneck, still responsible for sales, still putting out fires, still working in the business…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow Drones Will Change Everything With Ryan Walsh
What happens when a former Army Ranger decides to take on the future of logistics? Ryan Walsh, founder and CEO of Valqari, shares the raw truth of building a…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Customer Experience Lessons Behind Tesla and BMW, with Frank Ziede
In this episode, I sit down with Frank Ziede, CEO of Common Ground Consulting, who’s trained global brands like Tesla, BMW, and Rolls-Royce on how to deliver…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanWhat’s Your Business Really Worth With Henry Kaskov
In this episode I sit down with Henry Kaskov, founder of Kaskov Valuations, for a raw, behind-the-scenes conversation about what it really takes to evaluate…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanFounded and sold his business in just 3 years?! With Gary Benedik
In this episode of Founder Talk, Gary Benedik shares the journey of launching Arch Advisory Group in the middle of a pandemic, growing it into a seven-figure…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanSurviving a Mass Shooting, Healing PTSD, and Finding Purpose Again with Chris Maliszewski
In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Chris Maliszewski, a leader turned first-time entrepreneur, who was on-site during…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Be a GREAT Leader (Top 1%) With Clay Stelzer
In this powerful return episode, Clay Stelzer joins us again to go even deeper into the leadership patterns that shape team performance, culture, and personal…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to use FLOW STATE to be 500% more productive with Rob Krecak
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Rob Rech, founder of Humans First and a seasoned entrepreneur who has built 10 businesses and successfully…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanDownsizing Wasn’t Failure, It Was Freedom: How Duane Draughon Rebuilt On His Terms
In this raw and wide-ranging second round of Founder Talk, Duane Draughon returns to unpack what it's really like to grow, downsize, re-evaluate, and redefine…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanIf You're Successful and Still Feel Empty Watch This: With Isabel Draughon
In this deep and vulnerable episode of Founder Talk, Isabelle shares the personal story behind her “Loud Whisper” philosophy and how the journey from external…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanProtecting Your Assets, Offshore Trusts, and Building A 250k Following with Attorney Blake Harris
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Blake Harris—an asset protection attorney, founder of the nation's largest exclusively offshore asset…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanA.I. is changing the way we sell: How Christina Brady is reinventing sales training
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Christina Brady, CEO and Co-Founder of Luster, an AI-powered platform that's fundamentally transforming how…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThis Founder Runs a 7-Figure Business From an RV—With His Dog as His Wingman
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Rick, founder of Impact Promotions, who’s spent the last six years running a thriving direct mail business…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Save Six Figures on Taxes with Jim from Revenue Task Force
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Jim, founder of Revenue Task Force, to unpack the hidden tax incentives, energy rebates, and…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanWhy Retention Beats Acquisition: The Logistics Founders Who Built a Forever Company With Bob Moran and Karen Galena
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Bob Moran and Karen, the CEO and President duo behind First Logistics. Together, they’ve grown their…
Founder Talk with Alex Sheridan4-day workweek, modern marketing that works, and just a fun conversation with Paul Gregory
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Paul Gregory, founder of Paul Gregory Media and one of the few certified B Corp marketing agencies in the…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Old You Is Holding You Back. It’s Time to Step Into 2.0 with Duane Draughon
From the Marine Corps to the outdoor living industry to becoming a private pilot, Dwayne Draughon’s story is anything but ordinary. But it’s his mindset and…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Truth About Failure, Fear, and Focus With Keith Velcich
What separates top performers from the rest? Whether you're a founder, investor, or high-stakes trader, mastering your emotional and mental game is the key to…
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How to Build a Personal Brand That Actually Wins Clients with Jason Vana
Struggling to grow your personal brand on LinkedIn? Posting consistently but not seeing inbound leads? Jason Vana, founder of Shift, joins us for round three…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow Dude Wipes Built a $300M+ Iconic Brand With Sean Riley
In this episode, we sit down with Sean Riley, the Chief Executive Dude of Dude Wipes, to dive into the bold branding, viral marketing, and relentless hustle…
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The Leadership Blind Spot That’s Holding You Back with Rick Lochner.
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Rick Lochner, founder and president of RPC Leadership and Associates, to discuss the real difference between…
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The Hard Truth About Marketing in 2025 With Lisa Canning
In this episode ofFounder Talk, we dive into the heated debate around the effectiveness of social media marketing and what it takes to build in-house content…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanBuild a Better Business: Hiring Mistakes, Partnerships, and Life-Changing Practices with Renee Beckman
In this episode of Founder Talk, Alex Sheridan sits down with Rene Beckman, founder of M Seed Search and a seasoned entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Get a 100% Response Rate from Prospects with Steve at Gilded Box
Podcast Description: In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Steve from Gilded Box to uncover the art of cutting through the digital noise with…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanHow to Scale with Purpose and Hire Elite Level Talent with Spotter Staffing CEO Ryan Cleaveland
Podcast Description:In this episode of Founder Talk, we dive deep with Ryan Cleaveland, Co-Founder of Spotter Staffing, a specialized staffing firm focusing on…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe Future of Work: Navigating the Office vs. Work-From-Home Dilemma with John Wallace
In this episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with John, founder of Workbox, a rapidly growing flex office space company that’s redefining the commercial real…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanShould You Grow Your Current Business or Start a New One? Plus, Marketing Insights From a 4x Founder with John Tsourakis
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with John Tsourakis, a multi-business founder, to explore the delicate balance between staying focused on your…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanWhy Traditional Marketing Strategies Are Failing & How Founders Can Break Through in 2024
In this episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Amy Schuster, Founder and CEO of Bandwidth Strategy, to discuss the most pressing marketing challenges facing…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanWhy Being Different Beats Being Better: A Branding Masterclass with Jason Vana
In this episode of "Founder Talk," we're joined by branding expert Jason Vana for a deep dive into why businesses should focus on being different rather than…
Founder Talk with Alex SheridanThe CEO Whisperer: How to “Wake up" to the unconscious patterns keeping you from achieving what you want in business and in life, with Clay Stelzer
In this episode of Founder Talk, we're joined by Clay Stelzer, an exceptional CEO coach who shares his profound insights on leadership, business growth, and…
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Husband and Wife Founders That Scaled a Business Their Way, With Two Boston Owners Adreanne and Andy
In this special episode of Founder Talk, I sit down with the dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind Two Bostons, a beloved pet store chain in the Chicagoland…
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Business employment lawyer reveals what legal advice all Founders need to know, with Kristen Prinz
In this episode, we are thrilled to have Kristen Prinz, an influential business and employment lawyer from Chicago, join us. Kristen shares her journey of…
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From 0 to a $50 Million Exit: Mike Wallace's Secret to Massive Success as a Founder
In this exciting episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Mike Wallace, a seasoned entrepreneur who successfully built and sold his company for a whopping $50…
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Father-Son Duo's Shocking Hiring Secrets Revealed! With Gary and Travis Miller
In this unique episode of Founder Talk, we sit down with Gary and Travis Miller, a dynamic father-son duo who own and run a successful staffing and recruiting…
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The journey from top sales performer to starting his own IT consulting business with Brian Ligon
Description: In this engaging episode of Founder Talk, Alex sits down with Brian Ligon, a seasoned entrepreneur who helps businesses evaluate and procure…
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Why understanding human behavior is the business cheat code with Rob Kelly
In this episode, we sit down with Rob Kelly, founder of Achieve Talent Solutions, to uncover invaluable lessons from his extensive 15+ years in sales and…
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Why networking doesn't work, how to build real relationships, and loneliness vs being lonely with Benny Mathew
In this episode we dive deep with Benny Mathew, founder of Orion 3, to explore his unique approach to business and life. Benny shuns the typical "networking"…