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July 27, 2026Episode 5649 min
Why People > Profits: CPA Reveals What Drives Real Growth: The Boardroom Podcast #56 with Salim Omar
In this powerful episode of The Boardroom Podcast, seasoned CPA and entrepreneur Salim Umar shares why your team and company culture are the real drivers of profitability, not just revenues. Learn how engaged teams protect your gross margin, why leadership sets the tone for innovation and efficiency, practical financial habits every business owner should adopt, year-round tax strategies, cash flow vs. profitability traps, and the mindset that separates thriving entrepreneurs from the rest. Whether you're a startup founder, scaling business owner, or established entrepreneur, this conversation delivers actionable insights on building stronger teams, smarter finances, and sustainable growth. Sponsored by Perugia Partners - The financial management company I founded that helps entrepreneurs gain clarity, make better decisions, and build stronger businesses. Visit: PerugiaPartners.com Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Perugia Partners Sponsor 02:00 Welcome to the Boardroom Podcast – Salim Umar 03:10 30 Years of Entrepreneurship: Challenges & Learning from Mistakes 06:55 Why People Are the Foundation of Profitability 08:00 Gross Margin, Team Engagement & Efficient Operations 12:20 Building Core Values, Culture & Communication Rhythm 15:00 Leadership Problems = Culture Problems (High Turnover Signs) 19:30 The Simon Sinek Hotel Story – Culture Changes Everything 23:10 Financial Review Habits Every Business Owner Needs 27:00 Startups: Proof of Concept Before Spending Big 32:30 Year-Round Tax Strategy – Minimize Legally & Strategically 38:20 KPIs, Dashboards & Cash Flow vs. Profitability Traps 43:30 Building Cash Reserves for Tough Times 48:00 The Entrepreneurship Mindset – Making a Difference 52:00 Final Advice: Leave the World Better Than You Found It
July 13, 2026Episode 5557 min
#55 | Losing Everything, Starting Over & Building America's First Bookkeeping Franchise with Max Emma
After losing his business, home, and nearly everything during the 2008 financial crisis, Max Emma was forced to start over with a growing family and no clear path forward. Instead of giving up, he rebuilt everything, eventually creating Booxkeeping, America's first bookkeeping franchise, while helping entrepreneurs across the country improve their financial management and grow stronger businesses. In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, Max joins Jabez Roberts to discuss: • Recovering after bankruptcy • Lessons from the 2008 financial crisis • Transitioning from corporate life into entrepreneurship • Why bookkeeping is critical for every business • Growing a company from 3 employees to nearly 100 • Building a national franchise • The habits of successful entrepreneurs • Leadership, systems, and work-life balance • Preparing financially before starting a business Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, franchise enthusiast, or someone rebuilding after failure, this conversation offers practical advice and timeless business lessons. Support the podcast: https://patreon.com/JabezRoberts
July 8, 2026Episode 553 min
The Boardroom Podcast #55 (Trailer) | He Lost Everything in 2008... Then Rebuilt It All | Max Emma
What happens when you lose everything? In this trailer for Episode 55 of The Boardroom Podcast entrepreneur and Bookskeeping founder Max Emma shares a preview of his incredible journey from bankruptcy and financial collapse during the 2008 financial crisis to building America's first bookkeeping franchise. In the full conversation, Max discusses: • Recovering after losing everything • Transitioning from corporate finance into entrepreneurship • Why bookkeeping is essential for every business • Building a national franchise • Leadership, resilience, and long-term success Listen to the full episode for practical business lessons, financial insights, and one of the most inspiring entrepreneurial comeback stories we've featured on the podcast. Support Zeilhan Media and get early access to every episode on Patreon: https://patreon.com/ZeilhanMedia Learn more: https://linktr.ee/zeilhan
June 7, 2026Episode 5510 min
5 Powerful Sales Lessons From A Luxury Car Sales Executive
Learn high ticket sales from a Jamaican high-ticket salesman for the Mercedes and Maybach brands.
October 2, 20241 hr 5 min
Will AI Destroy or Save Humanity?
In this special episode of The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan, we dive deep into the pressing topic of AI’s impact on humanity’s future with four distinguished experts from the fields of AI, decentralization, and disruptive technology. As AI continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the question of whether it will be a threat or a benefit to society becomes more crucial than ever. Join us as our expert panel discusses the future of artificial intelligence, its potential risks, and the opportunities it presents. Meet Our Panelists : Roberto Capiodieci – A pioneer in blockchain, Web3, and decentralized systems, Roberto brings over three decades of experience in shaping emerging technologies. His insights into the future of decentralized AI systems and the Metaverse provide a unique perspective on how AI can be integrated into society without compromising control. Eva Dong – An AI and data science expert with McKinsey & Company, Eva has led AI-driven marketing innovations for Fortune 500 companies. She discusses how AI can be used to revolutionize business operations and drive efficiency, while also addressing potential ethical concerns. Garik Tate – An AI futurist and entrepreneur, Garik specializes in combining AI with human intelligence to drive business growth. His futuristic outlook on AI’s evolving role in business and its impact on human development sparks intriguing questions about the balance between technology and humanity. Stefan Fehr – Founder of ModernIQs.com and an AI pioneer, Stefan is at the forefront of AI-driven content creation and the future of work. He shares his expertise on how AI will shape industries, jobs, and the way society functions in the coming decades. This conversation brings together powerful insights and diverse perspectives on whether AI will ultimately be a threat or a boon to our future. Don’t miss this thought-provoking discussion! Watch Now to learn what’s coming next in the world of AI and how it will affect your life and business. Thank you for watching the best podcast for entrepreneurs, business owners, investor, marketers, and successful people - The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts. Hit subscribe to know when future episodes and videos goes live. 🔹 🔹 HIRE OUR TEAM 🔹 🔹 🌐 🌐 Learn How We Can Help You Increase Revenues & Profits: https://zeilhan.com/online-business-success/ 🌐 🌐 Join Our Email List For Free Business Growth Tips: https://zeilhan.com/youtube-email-subscribe/ 》》》 BECOME A GUEST ON THE BOARDROOM PODCAST 《《《 🌐 Link: https://zeilhan.com/podcast-guest-application/ 》》》 PODCAST LINKS 《《《 🌐 Find Us On Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zeilhan 🌐 Find Us On Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/jm/podcast/the-boardroom-podcast-by-zeilhan/id1715997061 🌐 Find Our Other Shows On Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zeilhan1 》》》 EPISODE CHAPTERS 《《《 🧿 Episode Preview & Intro: 00:00 🧿 Episode Start: 2:45 🧿 Pros and Cons of Emotional Support AI: 4:30 🧿 "AI Should Be A Means & Never An End" 10:00 🧿 Why AI Should Be Decentralized For Better Security: 11:15 🧿 Will AI Get Better In The Future? 12:50 🧿 AI Will Make Humanity's Progress Faster: 15:20 🧿 AI Is Getting More Specialized: 18:00 🧿 Why They Make AI So Cheap & Even Free: 19:15 🧿 On-Device AI & Small LLM AI Security Threats: 21:40 🧿 How AI Will Get More Popular & Used By More People: 23:30 🧿 The Best & Worse Outcomes of Using AI: 30:30 🧿 Rebuild Civilization On Another Planet With AI: 32:00 🧿 Society Will Be Amazing or Chaotic With AI: 33:20 🧿 Using AI Will Be Positive For Humanity: 36:20 🧿 AI Can Be Positive In The Short Term But We Need Better Data Transparency: 38:50 🧿 Can I Make Us Smarter? 41:10 🧿 AI In Minecraft & Being Used Creatively: 43:10 🧿 What's The Next AI Model After Transformers: 44:30 🧿 How AI Is Learning & Growing: 46:30 🧿 Outro & End: 53:30 🧿 Meet Our Guests: 54:30 🧿 What We Should Discuss Next: 1:00:00
September 9, 2024Episode 5456 min
Callum Armstrong: Your Marketing Doesn't Work Because You Don't Care About Your Customers
In episode 54 of The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts we will speak with Callum Armstrong. Callum Armstrong is a marketing coach and social entrepreneur. Over the last 6+ years, he has developed a content marketing agency, coached clients, and started, built and exited a handful of companies. In his current role, he helps B2B service businesses go from ‘not knowing when the next client will show up’ to ‘owning a 24/7 customer-getting machine that works in your sleep’. He also runs The Reforestation Fund, a charity that uses content to share the stories of people helping the environment. Thank you for watching the best podcast for entrepreneurs, business owners, investor, marketers, and successful people - The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts. Hit subscribe to know when future episodes and videos goes live. 》》》SPECIAL OFFER《《《 🌐 Join Our Email List & Learn To Grow Your Business For FREE: https://zeilhan.com/youtube-email-subscribe/ 🌐 Learn How We Can Help You Increase Revenues & Profits: https://zeilhan.com/online-business-success/ 》》》BECOME A GUEST ON THE BOARDROOM PODCAST《《《 🌐 Link: https://zeilhan.com/podcast-guest-application/ 》》》EPISODE LINKS《《《 🌐 Paste & Publish website: www.pasteandpublish.com 🌐 Conservation Amplified environmental charity: https://www.conservationamplified.org/ 》》》EPISODE CHAPTERS《《《 🧿 Episode Preview & Intro: 00:00 🧿 Episode Start: 2:45 🧿 Guest Introduction - Who Is Callum Armstrong? 3:20 🧿 Marketing Is Costing You Results: 4:10 🧿 There Is A Right Way & A Wrong Way To Do Marketing: 7:00 🧿 How Callum Got Great At Marketing: 9:20 🧿 Meet The Entrepreneur Caring For The Earth: 14:10 🧿 What You Need To Know To Help More People: 21:30 🧿 Signs You Are Working Too Much: 24:40 🧿 How To Make Money Teaching People About What You Do: 31:45 🧿 How To Get Better Marketing Results In Your Business: 38:30 🧿 Why Your Marketing Strategy Isn't Working: 41:00 🧿 What's Wrong With Marketing: 44:00 🧿 Marketing Is A Long Term Investment: 46:30 🧿 Did Apple Invent Podcasting? 50:00 🧿 Outro & End: 51:40 🧿 Callum Armstrong's The Boardroom Podcast Guest Recommendation: 55:20
September 2, 2024Episode 5355 min
Why Getting Everything You Want Won't Make You Happy
In episode 53 of The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts we will speak with Peter Teuscher. Peter Teuscher has a diverse background that includes basketball coaching, entrepreneurial ventures, and top management roles in the corporate world. He brings over a decade of experience as a life coach, guiding individuals and business leaders to overcome personal and professional hurdles. His journey, marked by battles with depression and anxiety, culminated in his book "Rethinking Happiness," where he challenges conventional definitions of happiness and offers a fresh perspective on achieving it on one's own terms. Peter's message is deeply rooted in both his professional expertise and personal experience. He emphasizes a personalized approach to happiness, which empowers individuals to define and achieve happiness on their own terms Some of the topics Peter will discuss include: 1) Developing Beliefs that Support Success and Happiness: He will discuss the importance of recognizing and changing limiting beliefs to clear away inner barriers to success and happiness. 2) Overcoming Mental Health Challenges, Personal Growth and Resilience: By sharing his personal journey with depression and anxiety, He aims to inspire listeners with actionable steps for overcoming similar struggles. 3) Integrating Happiness into Daily Life, Habits and Mindset Shifts: He will provide practical advice on daily habits and mindset shifts that help individuals find joy in the present moment and maintain a balanced life. Thank you for watching the best podcast for entrepreneurs, business owners, investor, marketers, and successful people - The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts. Hit subscribe to know when future episodes and videos goes live. 》》》SPECIAL OFFER《《《 🌐 Join Our Email List & Learn To Grow Your Business For FREE: https://zeilhan.com/youtube-email-subscribe/ 🌐 Learn How We Can Help You Increase Revenues & Profits: https://zeilhan.com/online-business-success/ 🌐 Earn up to $500 per referral as an affiliate: https://zeilhan.com/affiliates 》》》BECOME A GUEST ON THE BOARDROOM PODCAST《《《 🌐 Link: https://zeilhan.com/podcast-guest-application/ 》》》EPISODE LINKS《《《 🌐 Peter's Website: https://www.peterteuscher.com 🌐Peter's Book Rethinking Happiness: https://a.co/d/4YaDzAm 》》》EPISODE CHAPTERS《《《 🧿 Episode Preview & Intro: 00:00 🧿 Episode Start: 1:50 🧿 How To Overcome Anxiety & Depression: 3:25 🧿 Why You Should Stop Trying To Please Everyone: 6:30 🧿 You Won't Be As Successful If You Don't Take Care of Yourself: 7:50 🧿 Your Negative Thoughts About Yourself Are Hurting You: 9:00 🧿 Do I Need Therapy & Help Dealing With Trauma? 13:00 🧿 How To Overcome Depression & Anxiety: 17:30 🧿 How To Overcome Anxiety, Depression, Destructive Thoughts: 22:30 🧿 Why You're Still Not Happy After Getting Everything You Wanted: 28:30 🧿 How Society Is Making Us Unhappy: 32:55 🧿 How Psychologists Suggest You Fix Your Mental Health And Unhappiness: 36:40 🧿 How To Hire Peter Teuscher: 42:10 🧿 Peter's Experience And Career: 43:50 🧿 Jim Rohn Quote To Help You And Others: 48:40 🧿 Outro & End - Don't Get Caught In The Victim Trap: 49:40 🧿 Peter Teuscher's The Boardroom Podcast Guest Recommendation: 52:20
August 26, 2024Episode 5152 min
How My Entrepreneurship Experience Will Make Your Success Easier
In episode 52 of The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts we will speak with Peter Sorgenfrei. Peter Sorgenfrei is a CEO and Founder Coach who serves clients globally from his base in Copenhagen. He created the Whole Human Approach as a way to help his clients work on their professional and personal development concurrently. The Whole Human Approach allows individuals to evolve and develop a greater sense of self and of personal and professional purpose. It leverages behavioral science, human understanding, and Peter’s decades of experience building companies and accelerating careers. Peter brings a focus and intensity to his coaching program that gets clients results quickly, and he creates lasting impact and relationships with the clients he serves. Currently working with clients in seven countries, with executives leading categories such as financial services, consumer products, building materials, internet, and professional services, he is a trusted advisor to some of the fastest growing companies in their categories. Prior to launching his coaching practice in 2019, Peter spent almost 20 years working for global organizations including Toyota and UBS, starting and leading companies (six in total). He has experienced all the ups and downs of both startups and corporate life, and is driven to help others navigate them. Peter writes frequently online, primarily on his blog and LinkedIn where he is recognized as a Top Voice globally. Thank you for watching the best podcast for entrepreneurs, business owners, investor, marketers, and successful people - The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts. Hit subscribe to know when future episodes and videos goes live. 》》》SPECIAL OFFER《《《 🌐 Join Our Email List & Learn To Grow Your Business For FREE: https://zeilhan.com/youtube-email-subscribe/ 🌐 Learn How We Can Help You Increase Revenues & Profits: https://zeilhan.com/online-business-success/ 🌐 Earn up to $500 per referral as an affiliate: https://zeilhan.com/affiliates 》》》BECOME A GUEST ON THE BOARDROOM PODCAST《《《 🌐 Link: https://zeilhan.com/podcast-guest-application/ 》》》EPISODE LINKS《《《 🌐 Sorgenfrei's Website: https://www.petersorgenfrei.com/ 》》》EPISODE CHAPTERS《《《 🧿 Episode Preview & Intro: 00:00 🧿 Episode Start: 3:13 🧿 How To Start A Successful Business In 14 Days: 4:20 🧿 The Biggest Mistake New Entrepreneurs Make: 9:40 🧿 The Most Important Skill Needed To Start A Business: 11:30 🧿 The Three Most Important Things To Know To Be A Successful Entrepreneur: 14:40 🧿 Why We Need More Entrepreneurs: 18:30 🧿 When Should You Give Up On Your Business: 22:25 🧿 What Would I Do Differently To Make My Business Better: 24:40 🧿 Entrepreneurship Is Hard And About Grit: 26:00 🧿 I Woke Up Paralyzed But Things Got Worse: 27:00 🧿 Peter Sorgenfrei's The Whole Human Approach: 29:20 🧿 Client Success Stories: Saving Three Marriages In 4 Years: 31:50 🧿 How Do I Know I Need Personal Help In My Business: 35:00 🧿 Get The Right Help From The Right Person: 37:00 🧿 The Biggest Misconception About Being Successful & Happy: 39:55 🧿 3 Most Important Lessons For People Starting Out: 41:45 🧿 Ask Yourself This Question Now: 44:10 🧿 Do This If You Love What You Do But Don't Make Enough Money To Do It: 45:00 🧿 Avoid This Mistake And You Will Be Successful: 48:00 🧿 Outro & End: 49:40 🧿 Peter Sorgenfrei's The Boardroom Podcast Guest Recommendation: 50:20
August 19, 2024Episode 5151 min
How I Used AI To Make Lead Generation Easier And Better For You
In episode 51 of The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts we will speak with Garik Tate. As an AI Futurist, Investor, and AI Strategy Consultant with over a decade of entrepreneurial experience, Garik brings a unique perspective on the intersection of AI, IQ, and EQ. His expertise in making companies more valuable and profitable through AI, along with his experience in founding and leading companies in various sectors, positions him as a knowledgeable and engaging guest on using Artificial Intelligence to generate leads, increase revenues, and increase profits. Learn how to use AI to generate leads, revenues, and growth for your business. Thank you for watching the best podcast for entrepreneurs, business owners, investor, marketers, and successful people - The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts. Hit subscribe to know when future episodes and videos goes live. SPECIAL OFFER 🌐 Join Our Email List & Learn To Grow Your Business For FREE: https://zeilhan.com/youtube-email-subscribe/ 🌐 Learn How We Can Help You Increase Revenues & Profits: https://zeilhan.com/online-business-success/ 🌐 Earn up to $500 per referral as an affiliate: https://zeilhan.com/affiliates BECOME A GUEST ON THE BOARDROOM PODCAST 🌐 Link: https://zeilhan.com/podcast-guest-application/ EPISODE LINKS 🌐 Valhalla Team: https://www.valhalla.team/ AICO - https://aicoldoutreach.com/ EPISODE TIMESTAMPS 🧿 Episode Preview & Intro: 00:00 🧿 Episode Start: 1:56 🧿 How To Use AI To Increase Profits In Your Business: 2:20 🧿 How To Use AI To Automate Lead Generation: 4:00 🧿 How To Generate 7 Figures With This AI-Powered Sales & Marketing System: 5:44 🧿 How To Sell High Ticket Products With An AI-Powered Sales System: 9:05 🧿 Where It Gets Leads: 10:40 🧿 Success Story: 12 Appointment Worth 240K: 12:45 🧿 Price & Use Case: 13:30 🧿 Generate 7 Figures With This AI Sales System: 16:00 🧿 Meet The Founder: Garik Tate: 17:00 🧿 We Are Richer Than Ever But Why Don't We Feel It: 22:20 🧿 Can We Use AI To Analyze The Economy: 28:30 🧿 Using AI In Day-Trading: 30:45 🧿 Can AI Take Away Our Blue Collar Jobs? 32:45 🧿 Can AI Cause A Skynet Situation In The Future: 36:00 🧿 How AI Will Improve Our Lives In The Future: 40:00 🧿 How Entrepreneurs Plan For Future Success: 44:25 🧿 Outro & End - Use Garik's AI Model: 46:30 🧿 Garik Tate's The Boardroom Podcast Guest Recommendation: 48:35
August 16, 2024Episode 512 min
Generate 7 Figures With This AI-Powered Sales & Marketing System - Ep 51 TRAILER
In episode 51 of The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts we will speak with Garik Tate. As an AI Futurist, Investor, and AI Strategy Consultant with over a decade of entrepreneurial experience, Garik brings a unique perspective on the intersection of AI, IQ, and EQ. His expertise in making companies more valuable and profitable through AI, along with his experience in founding and leading companies in various sectors, positions him as a knowledgeable and engaging guest on using Artificial Intelligence to generate leads, increase revenues, and increase profits. Learn how to use AI to generate leads, revenues, and growth for your business. Thank you for watching the best podcast for entrepreneurs, business owners, investor, marketers, and successful people - The Boardroom Podcast by Zeilhan hosted by Jabez Roberts. Hit subscribe to know when future episodes and videos goes live. 》》》SPECIAL OFFER《《《 🌐 Join Our Email List & Learn To Grow Your Business For FREE: https://zeilhan.com/youtube-email-subscribe/ 🌐 Learn How We Can Help You Increase Revenues & Profits: https://zeilhan.com/online-business-success/ 🌐 Earn up to $500 per referral as an affiliate: https://zeilhan.com/affiliates 》》》BECOME A GUEST ON THE BOARDROOM PODCAST《《《 🌐 Link: https://zeilhan.com/podcast-guest-application/ 》》》EPISODE CHAPTERS《《《 🧿 Episode Intro - Generate 7 Figures With This AI-Powered Sales & Marketing System: 00:00 🧿 Success Story: This System Works: 0:50 🧿 The System To Make 1 Million Dollars Per Year: 1:15 🧿 Trailer End: 1:35 🧿 Full Episode Details: 1:50 》》》FULL EPISODE LINK《《《 🔴 Full Episode Link: https://youtu.be/yFa0rP89KIc
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