Today’s Business Leaders with Gabe Arnold

If you're a Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brand owner struggling with cash flow, profit margins, or growing your brand without breaking the bank, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered.In this episode of Today's Business Leaders, Gabe Arnold sits down with Jarrod Sousa, founder of DTC Wealth, to expose the biggest financial mistakes killing DTC brands—and how to fix them before it’s too late. Plus, If you're a Shopify brand owner trying to scale from $1M to $50M+, this episode will change the way you see your numbers forever.🎙️ What You’ll Learn:🚀 The #1 Reason Most eCom Brands Struggle with Cash Flow (And how to fix it NOW)💡 The Financial Formula for Scaling a DTC Brand to 8-Figures🔎 The Most Important Metric You’re Not Tracking (But Should Be!)⚠️ Why Your Profit Margins Are Lying to You – The CFO Breakdown📈 The Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) Rule That Can Make or Break YouIf you're tired of guessing your way through eCommerce finance, this episode is your wake-up call. Jarrod reveals real strategies used by multi-8-figure brands to increase profitability, scale with confidence, and stop stressing about cash flow.Connect with Jarrod Sousa & DTC Wealth:🌐 Website: DTCWealth.com📘 Facebook: Jarrod Sousa💼 LinkedIn: Jarrod Sousa📸 Instagram: @jarrod_souza🎥 YouTube: DTC Wealth🚀 If you enjoyed this episode, hit LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more insights from today’s top business leaders!

"The only way to succeed is to suck long enough to stop sucking." - Nathan BrooksIn this episode of Today's Business Leaders, Gabe Arnold sits down with Nathan Brooks, a powerhouse entrepreneur, author, and real estate mogul. Nathan's journey from mowing lawns at age 6 to leading multi-8-figure businesses is nothing short of inspiring. With an unfiltered and honest take, Gabe and Nathan break down what it really means to succeed in entrepreneurship—beyond the fluff and get-rich-quick myths.🎙️ What You'll Learn in This Episode:✨ The Truth About Entrepreneurship: Why it's NOT easy, but worth it.💡 Key Skills for Entrepreneurs: Nathan shares his framework of 125 entrepreneurial skills every leader must master.📚 The Power of Leadership and Culture: How Nathan built a team that stands by him even in tough times.📈 Consistency is Key: How showing up daily on social media builds a brand that lasts.✍️ The CEO as a Copywriter: Why mastering copywriting can unlock exponential business growth.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parenting and Business: Teaching kids to become creators instead of consumers.📚 Grab Nathan's book, The No Quitters Guide to Crushing Real Estate Investing and Building an Extraordinary Life, and get a firsthand look at how he overcame obstacles to crush it in real estate and life!🔗 Connect with Nathan Brooks:📘 Get the Book: The No Quitters Guide to Crushing Real Estate Investing and Building an Extraordinary Life.📸 Instagram: Nathan Brooks REI💼 LinkedIn: Nathan Brooks

"The problem with most marketers online is they act like a horny teenager on prom night.” - Mark MawhinneyIn today’s episode, long-time friends Gabe and Mark provide an unfiltered look into the world of online entrepreneurship. Mark shares his journey, from building successful Facebook groups to navigating the pitfalls and truths of online business. They discuss everything from the deceptive practices often seen online to the importance of consistency and integrity in growing a real business. Mark reveals his approach to curating a successful Facebook group and shares wisdom from his personal experiences, including the rise and fall of his past business ventures. Tune in to uncover valuable insights and realistic advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. If you want to learn more about Mark and his work, check out the links below! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcmawhinney/?hl=enLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcmawhinney/?originalSubdomain=caThe Coaching Jungle: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheCoachingJungleNatural Born Coaches: https://www.naturalborncoaches.com/

“Create something that's more rich than just text and pictures.” - Todd GiannattasioIn this episode of Today’s Business Leaders, Todd Giannattasio, founder of Tresnic Media, shares his journey from building websites in high school to running a successful digital marketing agency. Todd dives into the importance of creating helpful, humanized content with digital leverage to attract and serve your audience authentically. From discussing the evolution of digital media, managing entrepreneurial distractions, and leveraging AI technologies, Todd brings a wealth of experience and insights. He also shares his core principles that help guide his business decisions and client interactions. Tune in to explore how you can build consistent, value-driven content strategies that stand the test of time. If you want to learn more about Todd Giannattasio and his work, check out the links below!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itstoddg/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddgiannattasioTresnic Media: https://tresnicmedia.com/todd-giannattasio/

“You get a lot of bumps and bruises along the way. If you haven’t, you probably have not gotten any real experience.” - Doug BeaverLeadership is one of the most sought-after qualities in the business world, yet one of the most elusive skills to master. Many aspiring leaders spend years studying what it takes to become successful leaders. But sometimes, the best lessons come from those who have experienced them firsthand.In this episode of Today’s Business Leaders, Doug Beaver, an accomplished business leader, shares his insights and wisdom on navigating the path to becoming a strong and effective leader.From leading youth groups to leading in the corporate world, this episode provides valuable lessons for individuals at any stage of their leadership journey.Plus, Doug shares his top principles for effective leadership and how to cultivate these skills in yourself and your team.Tune in now!If you need support on your own leadership journey, let’s chat. We would love to help you develop the skills and qualities needed to become a successful leader in your industry.https://businessmarketingengine.com/contact-us/

“We believe that creating real human connections online builds long lasting relationships, clients and brand advocates that last a lifetime. "  - Joshua B. LeeAutomation and AI have served as a game-changing force for businesses worldwide.But while these technologies offer incredible efficiency tools, they can also distance us from the customers we're trying to reach.According to Joshua Lee, the "Dopamine Dealer of LinkedIn," human algorithm is key to building relationships and standing out in a world of automation.In this episode, Joshua shares his experience with ditching cold calls and emails to create authentic connections- driving his ideal customers directly to his doorstep.Want to learn how you can do the same? Tune in to hear Joshua's insights to humanize your brand in the age of AI.Plus- get inside tips on leveraging LinkedIn for effective business growth.Connect with Joshua and learn more about his success by checking out the links below!Website: http://www.standoutauthority.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshualeeofficial/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshuabyronleeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoshuablee/Check out our past podcast episode with Joshua here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crCNNonLY6E

 “It was a little more exciting to me than what color nail polish I should have on and talking about boys.”When it comes to marketing- it’s easy to get caught up in sales figures and ROI. But for Theresa Pantanella, the owner of an all-female marketing agency, branding and storytelling are just as important. In this episode, Theresa breaks down her entrepreneurial journey, from starting her first business in her early twenties to becoming a successful direct response marketer.Sharing her top secrets for branding success, Theresa emphasizes the importance of showcasing who you are and what you stand for as a business leader…And how her love for storytelling has shaped her marketing strategies and helped her stand out in a crowded industry.Learn more about Theresa and her success by checking out the links below!Website: https://rightawayleads.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Theresa.Superwoman/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-theresa-pantanellaP.S. If you want to learn more about how to boost your business using branding, join our next live marketing workshop.Link: https://bmecrew.tv/ 

“People have it backward- they think it’s going to get in the way of connection.”The topic of AI is nothing short of controversial in today’s business landscape. But when it comes to Chat GPT, Kole Whitty is living proof that this technology is most certainly a force for good.In this episode, Kole breaks down how she has used Chat GPT to fuel her business growth and the growth of her clients.From explaining how she’s used AI to connect people to their past loved ones to sharing how she’s harnessed technology to accelerate her own success, Kole dives into the power of Chat GPT and how you can use it, too.If you’ve ever used AI in your business, or if you’re just getting started with Chat GPT, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Learn more about Kole and her success by checking out the links below!Website: https://www.condorcoach.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/physikoleP.S. If you want to learn how to use AI to power your business, join our free live marketing workshop, hosted every Wednesday at 8:00 pm EST!Link: https://my.demio.com/ref/6Vuf2xzwW3phVjBA

“Podcasts are the best vehicle to get PR attention.”Meet Jeremy Slater, a renegade and renowned podcaster since 2015, when his debut episode of Create Your Own Life aired.Quickly growing to over 10,000 listeners within the first couple weeks of airing, his podcasting expertise striked the interest of many. When others began asking for his help, an organic start to his company, Command Your Brand took way.From his own speedy deliverance into the world of public relations and from the help of his wife– a PR expert– he’s joining us on Today’s Business Leaders to tell us what PR is really all about.Hint: We’ve been getting it wrong, all along!Tune in to this episode and discover what it’s like to truly become an authority in your industry through creating trust and authentically cultivating relationships with the right clients.#TodaysBusinessLeaders #podcasting #publicrelations #jeremyslateWant to learn more about our special guest? Check out his website below!https://www.jeremyryanslate.com/

“It’s been a dance of merging our gifts together and making it really impactful for our clients”Meet Holly and Chad Ockstadt, co-founders of Quantum Impact, a coaching and consulting firm that helps business leaders and entrepreneurs develop the skills and strategies they need to build their companies and reach success.In this episode, the duo shares their story of how they came together to create Quantum Impact and the unique partnership they’ve built throughout their business.They also share insight into their different roles and how they complement each other in the areas of business development, alignment and problem-solving.From therapy sessions to 3:00 a.m. ideas, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Tune in now to listen to the inspiring story of Quantum Impact and gain insight into how two entrepreneurs (and life partners) can work together to reach success.#TodaysBusinessLeaders #Entrepreneur #QuantumImpactWant to learn more about Holly and Chad Ockstadt’s story and business success? Visit the links below!Website: https://www.quantumimpactcoaching.com/home-page32516766Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ondemandersPodcast: https://www.youtube.com/@ChadandHollyOckstadt