Entrepreneurs on Fire

Lowering the Barrier to Entry: Turning Trade Skills Into Scalable Entrepreneurial Opportunity with Clayton Tomasino 17.07.2026 23min

Clayton Tomasino is CEO of Scorpion Coatings, transforming a family business into a global platform empowering entrepreneurs through accessible tools, technology, and systems that lower barriers in skilled trades. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Profit does not equal cash; many businesses fail not because they aren't profitable, but because they run out of cash. 2. Lowering barriers to entry is the key to unlocking scalable opportunities in skilled trades. 3. Consistent, focused effort even in short bursts creates more progress than waiting for the "perfect" time to act. Visit Clayton's website and explore tools even if not in the automotive space. Check out emerging products like smart films and tech-enabled coatings - Scorpion Coatings Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Strawberry - Discover what's possible with a professional coach by your side. Start today and get 50 percent off your first coaching session at Strawberry.me/fire.

How a Cancer Survivor Is Using AI to Disrupt the $6B Wellness Industry with Rob Rene 16.07.2026 26min

Rob Rene spent 25 years in Fortune 500 enterprise tech before five near-death experiences, including cancer, ignited a radical pivot to build Exodus Strong, a faith-based wellness company powered by AI. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Your body is your true business infrastructure; optimize it first, and everything downstream improves. 2. Corporate experience can be a massive advantage in startups if you leverage systems, discipline, and real-world sales lessons. 3. The future of entrepreneurship is leverage through AI; founders who build systems early will outpace those relying on hustle alone. Check out Rob's website for exclusive offers. Access the Total Body Reset Kit and bonus tools. Learn about AI-powered business systems for founders - Exodus Strong Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

Building Emotional Infrastructure in the Age of AI with Freddy Del Barrio 15.07.2026 23min

Freddy Del Barrio is a founder and investor building Companion AI, focused on restoring human connection through technology. His work sits at the intersection of AI, healthcare infrastructure, and emotionally intelligent systems. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Technology has connected us digitally, but often weakened meaningful human connection, the future of AI should restore humanity, not replace it. 2. The companies that will thrive are those using emotionally intelligent systems to strengthen human connection. 3. Founders should ask not just what they can build, but how their products shape people over time. Check out Freddy's website to learn more about Companion AI's mission to restore human connection through emotionally intelligent healthcare systems. Get updates about Companion AI, pilot programs, and future developments - Companion AI Website Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. ThriveTime Show - Is your business stuck? Join Eric Trump and Clay Clark at America's highest rated business conference November 5th and 6th in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Request life-changing tickets today at ThriveTimeShow.com/eofire.

Building, Scaling, and Reinventing a Family Business with Vincent Yoder 14.07.2026 25min

Vincent Yoder is CEO of RT Yoder, scaling a family-founded trades business into a multi-division platform through AI, acquisitions, and systems-driven growth across electrical, plumbing, and HVAC services. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Emotional discomfort often reveals the biggest opportunities for personal and entrepreneurial growth. 2. Creative deal structuring, like consulting for equity, helps entrepreneurs gain ownership by delivering measurable value. 3. AI becomes far more powerful with strong SOPs and context-rich systems, giving businesses a major advantage. Check out the website and connect with Vincent to discuss acquisitions, AI systems, and scaling service-based businesses - Yoder Enterprises Group Website Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. vs. Start. Scale. Keep. with Colin C. Campbell 13.07.2026 28min

Colin C. Campbell, is a Serial Entrepreneur and #1 best selling author in 15 categories and 13 awards on Amazon of Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. Colin started, scaled, and exited over a dozen companies worth almost 1 billion dollars including Tucows, Hostopia, .CLUB Domains, GeeksforLess and Paw.com. Colin also runs Startup Club with 1M members. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Great entrepreneurs build wealth by knowing when to start, when to scale, and when to exit. Holding on forever can be far riskier than taking chips off the table at the right time. 2. The best business ideas solve real problems, scale efficiently, and create defensible moats that competitors cannot easily copy. 3. AI is creating the greatest startup opportunity of our generation. Entrepreneurs who immerse themselves in AI today will be positioned to benefit from the next major wave of wealth creation. Grab a copy of Colin's bestselling book on Amazon - Start, Scale, Exit, Repeat. Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. NetSuite - NetSuite Next is the next huge leap in how business gets done, with AI built into everything you do. If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, try NetSuite Next for free at NetSuite.ai/fire. Built for every industry. Ready for every boardroom. Framer - Learn how you can get more out of your site from a Framer specialist, or get started building for free today, at Framer.com/fire for 30 percent off a Framer Pro annual plan.

Investing in Life Essentials with Ivan Anz: An EOFire Classic from 2022 12.07.2026 34min

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Ivan Anz is a three-time Inc500 serial entrepreneur with investors in 14 countries, and now he owns companies on 3 continents. He is the creator of the Philanthroinvestors Phenomena. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Becoming successful requires you not to be the person creating your success. 2. Philanthroinvesting is getting a financial return for your philanthropy. 3. Life essentials is everything humans need - and will constantly need - whatever the situation is. Grab your copy now - Housing Philantroinvesting book on Amazon Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

Adapt and Overcome: How to Tactically Evolve for Success with Karim Hijazi: An EOFire Classic from 2022 11.07.2026 25min

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Karim Hijazi is a spy-turned-spy hunter, serial cyber security entrepreneur, podcast creator, and host. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You don't need to have it all figured out to succeed. 2. Perfection slows progress, take action even if it's imperfect. 3. There's never been a better time to start a business, don't let fear stop you from taking action. Connect with Karim on Twitter - Karim's Twitter Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

The Hidden Bottleneck in Your Business: Your Nervous System (And What Top AI Founders Are Doing About It) with Stephen Zerfas 10.07.2026 23min

Stephen Zerfas is CEO of Jhourney, which trained 1,400 people, including OpenAI and Anthropic founders, to reach profound meditative states in a week previously believed to require thousands of hours. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Nervous system mastery is your ability to regulate your inner state. It is a greater competitive advantage than intelligence, hustle, or strategy. 2. Meditation fails for most people because of poor feedback loops; progress accelerates when you treat it like a skill with real-time feedback and experimentation. 3. Emotional regulation is the future edge in a world where intelligence is commoditized; those who stay calm, clear, and present under pressure will outperform. Check out Stephen's website for retreats & programs. Join live calls and guided experiments - Jhourney Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Strawberry - Discover what's possible with a professional coach by your side. Start today and get 50 percent off your first coaching session at Strawberry.me/fire.

How Preparing My 11-Year-Old for a TEDx Talk Reinvigorated My Passion for Speaker Coaching with Alexia Vernon 09.07.2026 20min

Alexia Vernon, CEO of Step into Your Moxie, coaches entrepreneurs and leaders to use their voice to make a positive impact on stages, in interviews, and during high-stakes conversations. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Vocal empowerment isn't just about sounding confident—it's about ethically moving people to act, especially in uncertainty. 2. Helping her daughter prepare for a TEDx Talk rekindled Alexia's own passion for speaker coaching. 3. Soul-stirring speaking blends evidence and emotion in a way that galvanizes action and ignites change. FREE digital guide, grab topic descriptions, marketing copy, and sample curriculum to land corporate clients - 5 Timely Topics to Pitch Organizations Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

The 3 Time Leaks Killing Your Business Right Now with Brent Wm. Bauer 08.07.2026 22min

Brent Wm. Bauer equips entrepreneurs to reclaim lost time and focus by identifying hidden inefficiencies and making small, intentional shifts that drive clarity, momentum, and measurable business results. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Most entrepreneurs don't have a time problem; they have a decision problem driven by unintentional choices. 2. Clarity before action eliminates rework, accelerates execution, and prevents wasted time. 3. Growth stalls when founders refuse to let go; real scale happens when decisions move beyond the founder. Get the copy of the book at Brent's website - Time Gambit Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Shopify - With Shopify, nothing stands between your idea and a real business. So go make it one. Start your free trial at Shopify.com/onfire.

How to Generate 10X More Leads Now Plus Celebrating the 300% Growth of LaserSKN.com Tattoo Removal with Clay Clark 07.07.2026 28min

Clay Clark is the co-founder of five kids, the host of the 6X iTunes chart-topping ThrivetimeShow.com Podcast, the 2007 Oklahoma SBA Entrepreneur of the Year, the 2002 Tulsa Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneur of the Year, an Amazon best-selling author, a singer / song-writer and the founder of several multi-million dollar businesses. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Without leads, even the best product, service, and market opportunity will fail to generate business success. 2. Predictable growth comes from implementing repeatable systems, documented processes, disciplined time management, and tracking key performance indicators. 3. Knowledge creates awareness, but wisdom comes from executing what you learn consistently and relentlessly. Check out LaserSKN website - LaserSKN Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. ThriveTime Show - Is your business stuck? Join Eric Trump and Clay Clark at America's highest rated business conference November 5th and 6th in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Request life-changing tickets today at ThriveTimeShow.com/eofire.

Building GenNx360 Capital Partners with Ron Blaylock 06.07.2026 25min

Ron Blaylock is founder of GenNx360 Capital Partners and former head of Blaylock & Company, leading over $150B in transactions and serving on major corporate and nonprofit boards including Pfizer and Carnegie Hall. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success isn't just hard work; luck plays a role, but consistent effort puts you in position to capitalize when opportunities arise. 2. Overlooked, "boring" industries often hold the biggest opportunities when paired with operational excellence and smart technology. 3. Enduring businesses are built by serving all stakeholders, employees, customers, and shareholders with long-term thinking. GenNx360 is a private equity firm driving value through Operational Engagement and Investment Excellence -GenNX 360 Capital Partners Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more. ZipRecruiter - Find candidates who really want YOUR job — on ZipRecruiter. Try it for free at ZipRecruiter.com/fire. Meet your match on ZipRecruiter. Framer - Learn how you can get more out of your site from a Framer specialist, or get started building for free today, at Framer.com/fire for 30 percent off a Framer Pro annual plan.

How to Build a High-Performing Team with Steffen Schebesta: An EOFire Classic from 2022 05.07.2026 28min

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Steffen Schebesta is the CEO North America at Sendinblue. He is passionate about business and technology and always open to new ideas, discussions and contacts. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success comes from the work you put in and the obstacles you overcome. 2. Hiring is essential, the heart of a company is its people. 3. People are everything, hire the best and focus on the right fit. Turn Every Email, SMS, Order, and Interaction into a Lifetime Customer - SendinBlue Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

How to Get Booked as a Guest on Podcasts with Alex Sanfilippo: An EOFire Classic from 2022 04.07.2026 25min

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Alex Sanfilippo is a software founder focused specifically on serving the podcasting industry. He is the creator of PodMatch, a service that automatically matches podcast guests and hosts together for interviews. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Be a person of value, not just profit, it benefits both you and the world. 2. Key essentials include your tagline, bio, photos, links, focus areas, questions, media, reviews, and call to action. 3. People buy from those they know, like, and trust. Learn more about Alex - Alex Sanfilippo Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

Longevity Is the New Wealth: Inside Fountain Life's Vision with Dr. William Kapp 03.07.2026 26min

Dr. William Kapp, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon and CEO/Co-Founder of Fountain Life, focused on proactive, AI-driven healthcare. A former USAF Flight Surgeon, he previously built healthcare ventures and now advances early detection and longevity-focused medicine. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Health is the ultimate form of wealth; without it, you can't sustain success or fully enjoy the results of your work. 2. Most life-threatening diseases develop silently for years, making proactive detection far more valuable than reactive treatment. 3. The combination of AI and personalized health data is transforming healthcare from guesswork into precise, predictive action. Check out Dr. William's website to explore programs. Speak with a program advisor to learn options. Sign up for educational resources and newsletters - Fountain Life Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

Let's Hear it for the Late Bloomers with Zane Carson Carruth 02.07.2026 23min

Zane Carson Carruth is an internationally recognized, award-winning children's book author and a certified etiquette and protocol professional. Her dedication to advancing children's literacy and preserving childhood innocence has earned distinction from USA Today, Woman's World Magazine, and numerous television programs. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Success isn't about rushing to the finish line; true fulfillment comes from fully experiencing the journey. 2. Being a "late bloomer" isn't a disadvantage; it means you're stepping into your purpose at the right time. 3. Doubt is temporary; stay grounded in what you love, and keep moving forward without forcing outcomes. Check out Zane's website for more information - Zane Carson Carruth Website Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.

Defiant Hope: Frontline Lessons on High-Stakes Execution and Scaling Under Fire with Yuriy Boyechko 01.07.2026 27min

Yuriy Boyechko is the founder of Hope for Ukraine and author of Defiant Hope, leading a network that has served over 100 million meals under fire in dangerous war zones. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Planning can become a liability when action is delayed; momentum and courage often create the opportunities that detailed plans never will. 2. Courage is contagious. When one person steps forward to solve a problem, others are inspired to join and amplify the impact. 3. People support proven impact. Radical transparency, consistent communication, and visible results build trust faster than promises ever can. Visit the website to learn more. Support humanitarian aid, food distribution, and the Solar Resilience Program through Hope for Ukraine - Hope for Ukraine Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. ThriveTime Show - Is your business stuck? Join Eric Trump and Clay Clark at America's highest rated business conference November 5th and 6th in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Request life-changing tickets today at ThriveTimeShow.com/eofire.

Hypnosis for High Performers: Training the Mind for Clarity, Confidence, and Innovation with April Norris 30.06.2026 22min

April Norris is a board-certified hypnotherapist, master hypnosis trainer, and author of Mind Manual: Train Your Mind, Transform Your VIbe. She helps leaders rewire subconscious patterns, transform anxiety into clarity, and unlock innovation using rapid-change hypnosis and evidence-informed mind-training tools. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You can't force a nervous system that doesn't feel safe into high performance; true transformation happens at the subconscious level. 2. Clarity isn't automatic in today's world; it must be actively protected through intentional mental inputs and awareness. 3. The quality of your questions determines the quality of your thinking; your subconscious responds powerfully to precise, empowering questions. Check out April's website for free tools and hypno-breathwork resource - Mind Mood Vibe Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. 50 Days - Join JLD on his free '50 Days to Something' video series on YouTube and create something special in 50 days. Revenued - Built for small business owners who need fast, flexible access to working capital, without relying on your personal credit score. Apply now at Revenued.com/fire.

The $100M Retirement Mistake: Why Crypto Belongs in Your IRA with Chris Kline 29.06.2026 24min

Chris Kline is co-founder of BitcoinIRA, building a full-service platform that enables individuals to invest in cryptocurrency for retirement through secure, turnkey solutions and strategic industry partnerships, nationwide investor access. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Financial markets are evolving, and getting even a small allocation into crypto can significantly improve long-term portfolio performance. 2. Holding crypto inside a retirement account eliminates capital gains taxes on trades, preserving more of your investment gains. 3. Simplicity wins; using turnkey platforms and expert guidance helps investors avoid costly mistakes and confidently enter the crypto space. Check out the website bitcoinira.com to open an account and explore crypto investing. Take advantage of special offers and referral rewards - Bitcoin IRA Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. 50 Days - Join JLD on his free '50 Days to Something' video series on YouTube and create something special in 50 days. Revenued - Built for small business owners who need fast, flexible access to working capital, without relying on your personal credit score. Apply now at Revenued.com/fire. Framer - A website builder that offers real-time collaboration, a robust CMS with everything you need for great SEO, and advanced analytics that include integrated A/B testing. Get started building for free today at Framer.com/fire. For 30 percent a Framer Pro annual plan use code FIRE.

Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth with Avery Carl: An EOFire Classic from 2022 28.06.2026 20min

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Avery Carl is the author of "Short Term Rental, Long Term Wealth," and host of "The Short Term Show" podcast. He is the CEO of the nation's top STR real estate brokerage/team, The Short Term Shop. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. You learn by doing - not by overanalyzing. 2. You can self-manage a short-term rental without a property management company. 3. You can scale with short-term rentals, but keep in mind that there is also a lot of value in a diverse portfolio. Learn how to start your short-term rental investment journey - TheShortTermShop Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. 50 Days - Join JLD on his free '50 Days to Something' video series on YouTube and create something special in 50 days.