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The Impatient Entrepreneur is a storytelling podcast for people building businesses with heart, grit, and urgency. Hosted by Lauren Kwedar Cockerell, each episode features candid conversations with founders and leaders about the real journey — what’s working, what’s hard, and what no one tells you when you’re trying to build something meaningful. If you've ever felt like you're behind, alone, or overwhelmed by the pace of growth, you're not. Pull up a seat.

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May 6, 202647 min

Power Skills in Practice with Andrew Geesbreght

Andrew Geesbreght is a passionate advocate for self-leadership, helping individuals unlock their potential by leading from within. With firsthand experience and powerful insights, he inspires audiences to take ownership of their growth and purpose.Andrew is the Founder and Partner of PRAX Leadership, LLC, Geesbreght Capital, LP, and Geesbreght Group LLC. He is a former Owner and COO of PhysAssist Scribes, the nation’s first medical scribe company. PhysAssist transformed the manner in which emergency medicine was practiced in the electronic medical record era. And to this day, PhysAssist is regarded by former clients and employees as having been one of the most reliable and enjoyable places to work in all of healthcare. Since the sale of PhysAssist in 2014, Andrew has dedicated his professional life to the study and implementation of neuroleadership, and its effect on corporate culture.Andrew has an undergraduate degree in history and political science from Texas Christian University and a Master’s degree in Psychology, with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership from the Chicago School. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas with his wife, their son and daughter, and their dog. In his free time, he changes diapers, enjoys soccer, Luka Doncic, and an occasional date night with his wife.Andrew's Links:Website: https://www.praxperformance.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/praxperformance/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewgeesbreght/Book Recs:Neuroscience for Dummies: https://amzn.to/46thug6The Complete Fables (Penguin Classics): https://amzn.to/3ZflxZOStrong Ground: https://amzn.to/3NQO1XjUnreasonable Hospitality: https://amzn.to/4rfAOGp The Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

April 1, 202623 min

Grace and Grit with Kara Williams

Kara Williams is a business strategist and tech simplifier who helps entrepreneurs turn ideas into streamlined, scalable systems. As the founder of GHL Mastery Academy, she works with CEOs to remove themselves as the bottleneck by translating their vision into clear, actionable roadmaps — then training their VA, OBM, or EA to execute inside one cohesive platform. With over 15 years in online business and more than 1,000 coaching calls in the past year, Kara has supported 600+ entrepreneurs in simplifying their backend, launching digital offers, and scaling without the usual tech overwhelm.Kara is known for helping clients move faster and follow through. She works closely with coaches, service providers, and consultants to bring digital offers to life, whether that means hands-on implementation or strategic guidance to get it done right. Her focus stays on clarity, momentum, and execution so business owners can run lean, scale with confidence, and stay focused on growth instead of getting stuck in the weeds.Kara’s Links:Website: https://helpmekara.com/oneloginonevaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/helpmekaraInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpmekaraLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kara-williams-tech/The Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

March 4, 202633 min

The Networking Funnel with Ely Delaney

Ely Delaney is an Email Marketing Architect known as “The People Whisperer.” He is the creator of The Follow Up Rockstar System, where he teaches entrepreneurs how to move from surviving to thriving in any economy by mastering relationship-building and lifelong follow-up. Ely is the author of the Amazon bestsellers Marketing Tidbits and Networking Tidbits, and the creator of the popular course Networking Like a Rockstar, which has enrolled more than 1,400 students worldwide. He helps speakers, authors, and coaches automate their follow-up systems so they can grow their businesses without needing an MBA.As co-founder and lead trainer of Purple Knight Marketing and Your Marketing University, Ely focuses on simplifying marketing so business owners can take control of their growth both online and offline. He has trained thousands of entrepreneurs globally and has spoken for organizations including S.C.O.R.E., Icon Builder Bootcamp, the National Association of Women Business Owners, and the Arizona Small Business Association. Ely specializes in building 24/7 automated marketing systems that work like a full-time employee, so business owners can focus on what they do best.Ely's Links:Website: https://elydelaney.com/homepageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/elydelaneyInstagram: https://instagram.com/elydelaney/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elydelaney/Podcast:https://podcast.meetcoolpeople.live/The Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

February 4, 202649 min

Built on Purpose with Ashli Blumenfeld & Ben Rosenthal

Ashli Rosenthal Blumenfeld and Ben Rosenthal are fourth-generation leaders of Standard Meat Company, serving as Co-President and CEO and Co-President. Ashli’s path into the business started early and took her beyond it — from growing up in the family’s food companies to building a career in communications, sales, and marketing, including several years in New York City. Ben came to Standard from a different angle, beginning his career in investment banking at Goldman Sachs before returning home with a sharp financial lens and a long-term mindset. Both are actively involved in the Fort Worth community and serve in leadership roles across civic, nonprofit, and industry organizations.Together, Ashli and Ben lead Standard Meat Company with a focus on stewardship, culture, and sustainable growth — honoring a multi-generation legacy while continuing to evolve the business. Their partnership reflects complementary strengths shaped by experience both inside and outside the family enterprise. In 2024, they were named Entrepreneur of the Year® Southwest and National Award winners.Ben & Ashli's Links:Website: https://www.standardmeat.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/standardmeatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/standardmeat/Ashli’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashli-blumenfeld-45637910/ Ben’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-rosenthal-b81076a2/Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/standard-meat-company/The Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

January 22, 202631 min

Purposeful Persistence with Ethan Dowie

Ethan Dowie is the founder of Indigo Promotions, where he helps brands turn merch from an afterthought into a competitive advantage. Through creative strategy, a massive global factory network, and an obsession with the details, he’s worked with companies of all sizes — from startups to global enterprises — to design branded merchandise that people actually want to keep, use, and talk about.Known for blending marketing smarts with a straight-talking, energetic style, Ethan has become a go-to voice for how to make merch campaigns land. When he’s not creating products that elevate brands, he’s sharing behind-the-scenes insights on how the right merch can drive real business results.Ethan’s Links:Website: https://www.indigopromos.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indigopromos/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/indigopromotions/Book Recs:Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike: https://amzn.to/4rt2esBSteve Jobs: https://amzn.to/3MkIQhjThe Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

January 7, 2026Episode 1221 min

Built to Last with Jake Cross

Jake Cross is General Manager and a fourth-generation leader at Seldens, a family-owned home furnishings and design business serving the Pacific Northwest for 85 years. Born into a legacy of craftsmanship and customer service, Jake’s journey with Seldens began long before he officially joined the business. Growing up immersed in the values of integrity, quality, and community stewardship, he now helps steer the company toward an exciting and innovative future. As part of the leadership team, Jake has been instrumental in Seldens' expansion, bridging the gap between honoring the company’s deep heritage and pursuing forward-thinking strategies that meet modern customer needs.Seldens has been the Puget Sound region’s home furnishings destination since 1940. Offering over 150 quality designer brands and expert design services, Seldens is dedicated to providing an exceptional client experience. With a commitment to quality, craftsmanship and community, and showrooms in Tacoma, Olympia and Bellevue, Seldens continues to be a trusted name in home furnishings.The Seldens family of furniture brands also includes Bassett® Furniture and Summer House Patio outdoor furniture showrooms, each with locations in both Bellevue and Tacoma.Jake's Links:Website: https://seldens.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Seldens/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seldensdesignLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobcross1/Freebie: https://seldens.com/pages/seldens-catalogThe Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

December 24, 2025Episode 1128 min

Powering Fort Worth's Future with Steve Montgomery

As President and CEO of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce — the leading voice of the business community in the fastest-growing city in the nation — Steve keeps his finger on the pulse of local business and would bring valuable insights to your audience. Through leadership, engagement, and advocacy, the Chamber brings the people of Fort Worth together to identify issues, solve problems, and align resources resulting in a stronger business climate and greater economic prosperity for all. Steve helms these initiatives for the Chamber’s more than 1,300 member businesses. Steve brings more than 30 years of public and private sector experience in the areas of executive leadership, public affairs, and strategic communications. Prior to the Chamber, he not only worked on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. and in the state capitol in Austin, but he also helped build and lead a successful healthcare information technology firm. Steve received his BA in Government from the University of Texas at Austin and his MBA from the University of Texas at Arlington — and has spent much of his career as a policy advocate in the healthcare, energy, transportation, and economic development sectors.Steve's Links:Website: https://www.fortworthchamber.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FTWChamberInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftwchamber/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-montgomery-311717b/Book Recs:Traction: https://amzn.to/47hg4GKThe Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

December 10, 2025Episode 1045 min

The Multi-Hyphenate Advantage with Jeff Holman

Jeff is the founder of Intellectual Strategies, a law firm changing the way startups and scaling businesses access legal support through a “Fractional Legal Team” which gives innovators access to the right legal expertise from the right attorney at the right time, on a fractional basis and budget.Given his background, Jeff has a “superpower” to translate between technical, legal, and business topics with ease. He’s also focused on bringing perspective and insight into every conversation. Admitted to practice in California, Utah, and before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, he’s a true jack-of-all-trades—an inventor, a strategist, and an attorney who’s helped founders tackle complex business and legal problems for over two decades.Jeff’s work and passion spans business strategy, technology, intellectual property, and law. He’s revolutionizing how companies access the legal support they need, empowering them to “Innovate with Confidence” while his team handles the complexities in the background. He’s committed to innovative solutions and being a go-to resource for ambitious companies looking to thrive in today’s fast-paced world.Jeff's Links:Website: https://www.intellectualstrategies.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holman/Podcast: https://www.intellectualstrategies.com/podcastThe Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

November 26, 2025Episode 739 min

Reinventing Agencies with John Ghiorso

John Ghiorso is the founder and CEO of VantaFive, a venture studio that builds and scales specialized marketing services companies. After selling his first company — Orca Pacific, a full-service Amazon agency he launched in 2008 and grew into a global leader — to Media.Monks in 2020, he stayed on for three years before realizing he wasn’t finished creating. VantaFive is the next evolution of that entrepreneurial drive: a studio model that pairs expert operators with market demand to launch new agencies from the ground up.Since launching in 2023, VantaFive has already introduced Influent, a full-service LinkedIn agency helping B2B brands grow through content and ads, and Longbow, an AI-powered outbound messaging agency built for scalable outreach. With plans to launch a new agency every quarter, John is building VantaFive in public — sharing the realities of entrepreneurship, lessons learned, and how better decisions, fueled by continuous learning and smart use of AI, lead to lasting success.John's Links:Website: https://www.vantafive.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnghiorso/Book Recs:The Innovator's Dilemma: https://amzn.to/3SUUCivZero to One: https://amzn.to/44T0BM7 The Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation

November 12, 2025Episode 541 min

The Global Gardener with Matthieu Mehuys

Matthieu Mehuys is an award-winning author and landscape architect on a mission to create a greener, healthier world. His journey began on a family farm in Belgium, where, from the age of three, he was captivated by the magic of turning tiny seeds into vibrant plants.After earning a Master of Engineering in Landscape Architecture, Matthieu landed what he thought was his dream job, but quickly realized he was stuck in a system that didn’t align with his purpose. Frustrated and unfulfilled, he took a bold leap: quitting his 9-to-5 job to embark on an epic quest around the globe. Along the way, he worked on some of the world’s most breathtaking gardens and pioneering eco-projects, shaping his vision for how people can live in harmony with nature.Today, Matthieu runs an international landscape architecture and consulting business, designing biodiverse, ecological, and high-value developments, gardens, and farms. He helps clients around the world create stunning, low-maintenance spaces that work with nature to restore ecosystems and maximize land potential.Matthieu's Links:Website: https://www.paulownia-la.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthieumehuys/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthieumehuys/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthieu-mehuys-64b0b5111/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-regenerative-design-podcast/id1756295578The Impatient Entrepreneur's links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theimpatiententrepreneurpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheImpatientEntrepreneurPod⁠Online: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.comConnect with us⁠⁠: https://www.theimpatiententrepreneurpod.com/contact⁠Kwedar & Co.'s links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwedarco⁠LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kwedarco⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwedarco⁠YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KwedarCo⁠Online: www.kwedarco.comConnect with us: https://www.kwedarco.com/book-consultation