Success Is _ Podcast

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What defines success? Every person has their own answer to this question. In this podcast, we're going to meet innovators, industry leaders, and thriving entrepreneurs who have found their own paths to success. What is it that they do that makes them successful? What motivates them? And what advice do they have for you?

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March 11, 202632 min

Success Is Success Is Growth Through Challenge w/ Alisa Sparks (S03E01)

The first episode of Season 3 is now available to watch. In this conversation, Alisa Sparks, Founder and CEO of Linden Creek, shares how she turned a side-hustle home staging business into a 20-location luxury franchise. Her journey from managing multi-million-dollar defense budgets to building a luxury design brand is a powerful story of vision, courage, and leadership. We talk about what success really means beyond titles and money, and how growth, resilience, and intentional leadership play a role in building something meaningful over time. In this episode we discuss: • Scaling a business from a side hustle to a national brand • Redefining success as a lifelong journey • Leadership and building a purpose-driven company • The courage it takes to pursue a bigger vision If you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or someone looking to redefine success on your own terms, this episode is worth the watch. Connect with Alisa Sparks & Linden Creek: Website: www.linden-creek.com Instagram: @lindencreek_Instagram: @Alisa_Sparks_ LinkedIn (Company): www.linkedin.com/company/linden-creek LinkedIn (Alisa Sparks): www.linkedin.com/in/alisasparkslc/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LindenCreek Connect with Phil Portman: Website: https://www.philportman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philportman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successispodcast

January 14, 202632 min

Success Is Turning What You Know Into Authority w/ Andrew Chesnutt (S02EP20)

📌PODCAST EPISODE S02EP20 - Andrew Chesnutt In this episode of Success Is…, I sat down with Andrew Chesnutt, founder of The Authority Forge, to unpack what it really means to build authority without feeling salesy. We talked about clarity, focus, and why most entrepreneurs already have everything they need they just haven’t simplified it yet. Andrew shares how to turn expertise into impact, cut through the noise, and grow a brand that feels authentic and human. If you’re an entrepreneur, coach, or creator trying to stand out without burning out, this conversation is for you. Know more about Andrew: www.theauthorityforge.com Free Authority Playbook eBook: https://theauthorityforge.com/playbook LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-authority-forge/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theandrewchesnutt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewchesnutt LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewchesnutt/ Connect with Phil Portman: Website: https://www.philportman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philportman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successispodcast

December 17, 202536 min

Success Is Growing with Intention w/ Pat Ahern (S02EP19)

📌PODCAST EPISODE S02EP19 - Pat Ahern In this episode of Success Is, I sit down with Pat Ahern, Managing Partner at Intergrowth, a marketing agency helping B2C brands acquire more customers through SEO, content marketing, and Meta Ads. Pat shares what it really takes to scale sustainably in today’s crowded digital landscape from building long-term organic growth systems to balancing ambition, leadership, and life as a new dad. Based in Stockholm, Sweden, Pat brings a global perspective on growth, discipline, and designing success beyond revenue alone. We talk about marketing strategy, entrepreneurship, and how success evolves as your responsibilities and priorities change. In this episode, we cover: • How B2C brands can drive predictable growth with SEO • The role of content in building trust and authority • When paid ads make sense and when they don’t • Building a business that supports life, not replaces it • Redefining success as a founder, leader, and parent Whether you’re a founder, marketer, or entrepreneur looking to grow with intention, this episode delivers practical insight and grounded perspective. 🎧 Watch now and subscribe for weekly conversations on what success really means. Connect with Pat Ahern: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pahern/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_intergrowth _ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@intergrowth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_intergrowth_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intergrowth Connect with Phil Portman: Website: https://www.philportman.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/philportman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@successispodcast

December 4, 202530 min

Success Is Scaling With Purpose w/ Dan Daly (S02EP18)

📌PODCAST EPISODE S02EP18 - Dan Daly 💡 Replay Available Now! In this episode of Success Is…, I sat down with Dan Daly, founder of Aim High and a proven leader in building people-first businesses. From starting out in the janitor’s union to scaling an automotive network to over $600M in annual revenue, Dan shared what it really takes to grow with purpose, passion, and impact. We talked about leadership, customer experience, life design, and how putting people first can actually drive massive profit. If you’re building a business or redefining your version of success, this episode is a must-watch. 📌 Connect with Dan: LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/daniel-daly1 Website: https://globalipllc.com/ https://aimhighnow.com/ Learn more about Philip Portman: Website - https://www.philportman.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/philportman/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman/ https://www.youtube.com/@successispodcast

August 29, 202529 min

SUCCESS IS IMPACT THAT LASTS W/ MICHELLE THAMES (S02EP17)

In this episode of Success Is…, I sat down with Michelle Thames—marketing strategist, content creator, speaker, and host of the Social Media Decoded podcast. Michelle shared her powerful journey of resilience and growth, from losing her job to building a six-figure business helping entrepreneurs and brands amplify their voice online. We talked about brand building, showing up authentically, and creating impact without burnout. If you’re ready to level up your marketing and mindset, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 📌 Connect with Michelle: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-thames Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.bridges.503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellelthames Podcast: https://bleav.com/shows/social-media-decoded/ Website: www.michellethames.com 🚀 Free Challenge: https://michellethames.kit.com/7daychallenge Learn more about Philip Portman: ⁠Website⁠ - ⁠https://www.philportman.com⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/philportman/⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman/⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman/⁠ 📌Available now 👇👇 Apple Podcast -https://shorturl.at/drDQS Spotify - https://shorturl.at/ruFJ3 Google Podcast - https://shorturl.at/anqDG Youtube - https://shorturl.at/kDH29

July 31, 202529 min

SUCCESS IS STAYING AHEAD OF THE THREAT W/ KESSINGTON EKHAIYEME (S02EP16)

📌PODCAST EPISODE S02EP16 - KESSINGTON EKHAIYEME 🎙️ Success is Peace of Mind | with Kessington Akaiyeme, CEO of Kenema Cybersecurity In this episode of Success is _, host Phil Portman sits down with cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur Kessington Akaiyeme to unpack the real-world threats businesses face today and how smart, accessible cybersecurity can be a game-changer. From growing up in Nigeria with an entrepreneurial mindset to founding a U.S.-based cybersecurity firm, Kessington shares how he built a company that simplifies complex security challenges for small and mid-sized businesses. 🔐 Discover why no one is exempt from cyber threats and why peace of mind is the true measure of success. 🔎 In this episode: Why success starts with inner peace Why your data is more valuable than you think Simple, practical security tips every business should know How AI is reshaping both defense and attacks Lessons from entrepreneurs who ignored the risks — and paid the price 👉 Watch now and learn how to protect what matters most — before it’s too late. FULL EPISODE HERE - https://youtu.be/HqRiPrDzaos FREE GIFT! - https://mssp.kenimacybersecurity.com/freetrial Learn more about Kessington Ekhaiyeme: Website - mssp.kenimacybersecurity.com Instagram: @kenima_cyber_security Linkedin: @https://www.linkedin.com/company/kenima-cyber-security/ Learn more about Philip Portman: ⁠Website⁠ - ⁠https://www.philportman.com⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/philportman/⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman/⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman/⁠ 📌Available now 👇👇 Apple Podcast -https://shorturl.at/drDQS Spotify - https://shorturl.at/ruFJ3 Google Podcast - https://shorturl.at/anqDG Youtube - https://shorturl.at/kDH29

June 19, 202533 min

SUCCESS IS IMPACT THAT LASTS BEYOND YOU W/ CRAIG ANDREWS (S02EP15)

📌PODCAST EPISODE S02EP15 - CRAIG ANDREWS 🎙 REPLAY AVAILABLE NOW What happens when a U.S. Marine-turned-marketer wakes up from a coma and finds his team ran the business without him? In this powerful episode of Success Is _ Podcast, Craig Andrews shares how a near-death experience reshaped his view of leadership, legacy, and success. From building trust through vulnerability to standing out in crowded markets, Craig breaks down the real human side of business growth. 🔑 Topics covered: – How to build trust with your audience – Why your story is your greatest differentiator – The dark side of AI in marketing – Lessons from the ledge of death Whether you’re an entrepreneur, marketer, or just someone redefining what success means — this episode is for you. FREE GIFT! - https://allies4me.com/successis Learn more about Craig Andrews: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-andrews/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CraigAndrewsMarketing Twitter - https://twitter.com/allies4me Learn more about Philip Portman: ⁠Website⁠ - ⁠https://www.philportman.com⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/philportman/⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman/⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman/⁠

June 12, 202532 min

SUCCESS IS LIVING ON YOUR OWN TERMS W/ WES SCHAEFFER (S02EP14)

📌PODCAST EPISODE S02EP14 - WES SCHAEFFER 🎙️ Missed the live episode? The replay is now available! In this powerful conversation, I sat down with Wes Schaeffer—former U.S. Air Force officer, Division-1 linebacker, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt, and founder of The Sales Whisperer®. Wes has trained thousands of sales professionals and entrepreneurs across 29 countries. He’s a master at building sales systems that actually work—with more results, less stress, and more fulfillment. In this episode of the Success Is Podcast, we dive deep into what drives high performance, how to create scalable systems, and what success really looks like when you’re balancing business, family, and discipline. Whether you're in sales, leadership, or just passionate about growth, this is one replay you’ll want to watch start to finish. #SuccessIsPodcast #PhilPortman #WesSchaeffer #TheSalesWhisperer #PodcastReplay #Leadership #SuccessMindset #SalesStrategy #Entrepreneurship Learn more about Wes: https://wesschaeffer.com/ daily.fixerwes.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesaleswhisperer/ Learn more about Philip Portman: ⁠Website⁠ - ⁠https://www.philportman.com⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/philportman/⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman/⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman/⁠ 📌Available now 👇👇 Apple Podcast -https://shorturl.at/drDQS Spotify - https://shorturl.at/ruFJ3 Google Podcast - https://shorturl.at/anqDG Youtube - https://shorturl.at/kDH29

June 5, 202532 min

SUCCESS IS HAVING OPTIONS W/ GERRY GADOURY (S02EP13)

📌PODCAST EPISODE S02EP13 - GERRY GADOURY Episode Replay – Ready to redefine what success looks like? 🚀 In this powerful replay of "Success Is...", we're honored to host Gerry Gadoury – a #1 best-selling author, dynamic speaker, and the visionary founder and CEO of Red Beard Solutions! If you've ever caught his insightful content on his YouTube podcast @GerryGadoury, you know Gerry is not just a thought leader – he's a results driver with a clear mission: to empower professionals and organizations to lead with purpose. In this episode, Gerry dives deep into his unique definition of success: "all about having options." He shares incredible wisdom from decades of leadership, including his journey from the Marine Corps, why "every problem I've ever seen in every company I've ever encountered is a leadership problem," and the absolute necessity of "killing your ego dead" for true growth. This is a masterclass in leadership, innovation, and transformational impact. Don't miss out! #SuccessIs #GerryGadoury #RedBeardSolutions #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #PodcastReplay #PurposeDriven #Empowerment #Ego #Options #ThoughtLeader @GerryGadoury Know more about Gerry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerrygadoury/ https://www.destinationemployer.co https://redbeardsol.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@GerryGadoury Learn more about Philip Portman: ⁠Website⁠ - ⁠https://www.philportman.com⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/philportman/⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman/⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman/⁠

May 29, 2025Episode 1229 min

SUCCESS IS IMPROVING COMMUNITIES W/ DUSTEN HENDRICKSON (S02EP12)

📌PODCAST EPISODE S02EP12 - DUSTEN HENDRICKSON Join host Phil Portman as he sits down with Dusten Hendrickson, founder of Mailbox Money and a visionary real estate developer dedicated to creating high-impact, wellness-centered communities. With over 20 years in design, construction, and syndication, Dusten shares how faith, innovation, and purpose fuel his mission to transform affordable housing in America. 📌 Get inspired by his journey, investment strategies, and passion for making a difference—both in business and in life. Know more about Dusten: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dusten-hendrickson/ Website - https://www.mailboxmoneyre.com/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@mailboxmoneyre Learn more about Philip Portman: ⁠Website⁠ - ⁠https://www.philportman.com⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/philportman/⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ - ⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/phil.portman/⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/philportman/⁠ 📌Available now 👇👇 Apple Podcast - Spotify - Google Podcast - Youtube #SuccessIs #DustenHendrickson #MailboxMoney #RealEstate #AffordableHousing #podcastreplay