You don't need a million-dollar marketing budget to build a thriving business. Maria Guy shares how she used her construction background to build a successful coaching practice, all by leveraging practical solutions and her existing network. We talk about why over-serving early clients creates lifelong customers, the importance of being practical, and how to use strategic partnerships to scale quickly.

Maria also talks about finding your unique business voice, how to navigate client expectations, and why authenticity beats copying others. If you're in the early stages of business or feeling stuck in your growth, Maria's story will inspire you to rethink how you approach growth, partnerships, and networking.

Timestamps:
00:00 — Cold Open & Intro
03:37 — Maria's Journey: From Construction to Coaching
05:27 — The Power of Structure in Building a Business
06:00 — Using Your Network to Build a Consulting Business
09:37 — Over-Serving Early Clients to Build Loyalty
12:20 — The Importance of Building Credibility Early
14:21 — The Mistake of Copying Others' Business Models
17:52 — Partnering with Others to Scale Your Business

Links:

Guest: Maria Guy
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mariaguy

Travis Chappell knows how to connect with the best. He went from knocking on doors to securing interviews with top names in business, entertainment, and sports - all through the power of his podcast. In this episode, Travis shares how podcasting became his secret weapon to network with the world's best, and how you can do it too.

We dive into how starting small and building credibility led to massive relationships, why podcasts are the perfect vehicle for connecting with high-profile guests, and why rejection is just part of the game.

If you're looking for real strategies on how to grow your network, build trust, and create valuable relationships, this episode is a masterclass in how to build your platform from scratch.

Timestamps:
00:00 — Cold Open & Intro
03:49 — Starting from Scratch: Travis's Journey to Building a Network
11:53 — The Power of Asking (and How to Get Your Foot in the Door)
22:50 — Using Podcasts to Build Real Relationships
26:06 — The Magic of Cold DMs: Reaching Out to High-Profile Guests
28:08 — The Importance of Credibility in Networking
30:05 — The Law of Averages: How Consistency Gets Results
32:02 — How Rejection Is a Step Toward Success
35:14 — The One Thing That Will Always Work: Just Keep Asking
37:31 — Building a Platform Through Consistency and Authenticity
40:03 — Leveraging Your Show to Get High-Profile Guests

Links:

Guest: Travis Chappell
Founder of Guestio
Website: travischappell.com
Guestio: guestio.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/travischappell
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@travismakesfriends

Mark Tilsher has built a movement that's changing the face of leadership – and in this episode, he shows you exactly how he did it. From military precision to leadership influence, Mark breaks down the real secrets behind scaling a business and building an army of committed followers.

We dig into why it's not about "getting the business" but about creating a movement – one that serves and scales naturally. Mark talks about how small beginnings led to massive growth, the importance of authentic messaging, and why leaders have to tackle the real dissatisfaction their people face. It's not about pushing a product; it's about creating true connection and vision.

Timestamps:
00:00 — Cold Open & Intro
03:00 — The Power of Small Beginnings in Building a Business
06:01 — Scaling: From Solo-Preneur to a Team of 10
08:01 — The Millionaire Mindset: Thinking Bigger Than the Next Sale
10:39 — Leadership and Influence: Lessons Learned in the Military
14:35 — The Concept of Building a Movement, Not Just a Business
17:28 — Tackling Dissatisfaction: The First Step to Building a Following
21:29 — Authentic Vision: Connecting with Your Tribe
25:01 — The Importance of Natural Next Steps in Building a Movement
29:12 — A Peek into the Future: Scaling Your Business to New Heights
34:50 — Practical Action: Building Influence and Advocating for Your Movement

Links

• Guest: Mark Tilsher
• Website: www.marktilsher.com