Ditch Digger CEO with Gary Rabine

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Dave Durand (https://www.linkedin.com/in/davevdurand/) is currently the CEO of Leading Giants and Executive Chairman of Best Version Media, an international media company in Brookfield, Wisconsin. During Durand’s tenure as CEO, BVM was among the top 20 fastest-growing media companies in North America and the fastest-growing private company in Wisconsin of any type. In 2024, The Wall Street Journal publicized a BVM as one of the Top 100 Best & Brightest Companies To Work For in the Nation.

In this episode, Gary and Dave discuss:

1. Business Exits and Second Bites at the Apple

2. Scaling “Dirty” Businesses with Innovation

3. Organic Growth vs. Acquisition Strategies

4. Entrepreneurship Without Industry Experience

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davevdurand/  

Twitter: https://x.com/durandondemand 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@durandondemand 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/durandondemand/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Durandleadershipgroup/ 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/durand-on-demand/id1729237093 

Newsletter: https://leadinggiants.com/newsletter/ 

Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JS7XPM 

Courses: https://leadinggiants.com/courses/the-ceo-giant-masterclass/ 

Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

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Dr. Joel N. Myers (https://corporate.accuweather.com/company/about-us/dr-joel-myers/) is a proven visionary leader, founding AccuWeather in 1962 and successfully establishing it as the world's fastest growing and most trusted source of weather forecasts and warnings as well as a global leader in digital media. He has been recognized as one of the greatest entrepreneurs in American history in the Encyclopedia of Entrepreneurs.

In this episode, Gary and Dr. Joel discuss:

1. What Happens When Your Business Saves Lives

2. How Accurate Data Can Save Your Business Thousands—Literally

3. 24,900 Rejections Later: The Relentless Path to 1 Billion Users

4. Deliver More Than You’re Paid For

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myersj/ 

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/accuweather/ Website: https://www.accuweather.com/               joeymyers.com Twitter: https://x.com/accuweather YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/accuweather  Dr. Myers tedex talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkqyTJqgMU0 Recent interview at WEF in Davos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCoU3e-EgEg Interview in Medium.com about 5 Things I wish I knew before I began leading my company: https://medium.com/authority-magazine/accuweather-founder-dr-joel-n-myers-5-things-i-wish-someone-told-me-before-i-began-leading-my-comp-b956785dbcb8 

Press release on his book, Invisible Iceberg: When Weather and Climate Shaped History: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/invisible-iceberg-when-climate-and-weather-shaped-history-by-accuweather-founder-dr-joel-n-myers-releasing-tuesday-january-16-2024-302035276.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/accuweather/?hl=en

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Jose Herrera (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseherrerap/) is the CEO and Co-Founder of Horatio. Horatio is the trusted partner for some of the fastest-growing startups and enterprises in the world. Their on-brand customer support teams help them leverage CX as a revenue generator through personalized customer experience support. As seen on INC, Forbes, and Bloomberg, as well as the 2022 Customer Contact Week Next Generation Leaders Award recipient. Horatio is headquartered in New York City, with main offshore offices in Santo Domingo and Santiago, Dominican Republic.

In this episode, Gary and Jose discuss:

1. Do What You Do Best, Outsource the Rest

2. Helping Founders Scale with Documentation & Process

3. Why a Culture of Giving Builds Teams That Go Beyond the Paycheck

4. Profitability Is Not a Dirty Word: Rethinking Startup Growth

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseherrerap/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jose.horatio/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/hire_horatio   Website: https://www.hirehoratio.com/ 

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David Blake (https://degreed.com/) is the co-founder and Executive Chairman of Degreed. Millions of individuals and hundreds of organizations use Degreed’s platform to discover and answer for all of their learning and skills. Prior to Degreed, he consulted on the launched a competency-based, accredited university and was a founding team member of university-admissions startup Zinch (acquired by NASDQ: CHGG).  David Blake operates at the intersection of the future of work and the future of politics. He is the founder of VICE.RUN, a national bipartisan reform movement to reclaim America's 12th Amendment right to democratically elect the Vice President. VICE.RUN is an answer to President Lincoln’s age-old call for new thinking and new solutions: “As our case is new, so we must think anew and act anew…and then we shall save our country.”

In this episode, Gary and David discuss:

1. Jailbreaking the College Degree

2. The Future of Corporate Learning & Workforce Development

3. AI or Obsolescence

4. Why Founders Must Stay Politically Aware

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidblake/  

Website:           

(Company) https://degreed.com/            

(Blog) https://www.davidblake.com/ 

Twitter: https://x.com/davidblake 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidBlake 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidblake/ 

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Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Meet ⁠⁠Joe Kahn⁠⁠, founder of Condado Tacos, who turned his passion for the restaurant industry into a thriving 51-store chain. In this episode, Joe shares his journey from busboy to CEO, focusing on explosive growth, maintaining a strong company culture, and innovative strategies that set Condado Tacos apart. Discover his secrets to success and learn from his experiences and insights. In this episode, Gary and Joe discuss: 1. Joe's Inspirational Journey and Entrepreneurial Challenges 2. Building a Unique Restaurant Concept and Brand 3. Maintaining High Standards for Food Quality and Customer Experience 4. Culture and Inclusion in the Workplace 5. Lessons Learned from Industry Peers and Scaling Success LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-kahn-47052b8a/⁠⁠ Company LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/condadotacos/ ⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://condadotacos.com/ ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/condadotacos/ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/condado.tacos/ ⁠⁠

Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo⁠

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Stanley C. Middleman is the Founder, President & CEO of Freedom Mortgage Corporation. In today's episode, Stan recounts his journey from starting with nothing in 1990 to leading a multi-billion-dollar enterprise. He covers his entrepreneurial challenges, innovative strategies, and the significance of small wins. Learn about effective sales and leadership principles, the critical role of continuous innovation, and navigating market dynamics. In this episode, Gary and Stan discuss: 1- Building a Vision and Team 2- Sales Strategies and Success 3- Navigating Economic Downturns and Asset Values 4- Philanthropy and Giving Back

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-middleman/

Website: www.FreedomMortgage.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreedomMortgage

Twitter: https://twitter.com/freedommortgage

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FreedomMortgage

Book: https://www.freedommortgage.com/seeingaroundcorners Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ Satyen Sangani, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Alation. Discover Satyen's journey from Wall Street to Silicon Valley, the creation of a groundbreaking data intelligence platform, and the future of AI and data across industries. Gain insights into economics and market dynamics and valuable advice on business building and finding the right co-founder. In this episode, Gary and Satyen discuss: 1- The Birth of Alation

2- Data in Small Businesses

3- Entrepreneurial Spirit and Family Influence

4- Securing Funding and Building the Team

5- Creating a New Market Category LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ssangani/

Twitter: https://x.com/satyx

Website: https://www.alation.com/

Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdy6uaxXRLfVp8qUKKKxnCfJMEtA3z0P2

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Alation/videos Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ Pierre Dubuc (https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdubuc/), the Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and innovative CEO of OpenClassrooms shares his journey from starting a hobby business in middle school to creating a leading online education platform, Pierre shares his story of making education accessible and career-focused for everyone. Learn how OpenClassrooms upskills and reskills 52,000 individuals annually by bridging the gap between education and employment. Discover the company values—care, persist, dare, and transparency—that drive their success stories, and hear about the challenges and future ambitions of a leader revolutionizing global education. In this episode, Gary and Pierre discuss: 1- The Birth of Open Classrooms 2- Training for the Future: Skills and Apprenticeships 3- The Importance of a Solid Board 4- Building and Utilizing Networks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pdubuc/ Twitter: https://x.com/p_dubuc Website: https://openclassrooms.com/en/ Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

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Pat Kinsel is the founder and CEO of Proof (formerly Notarize). He shares his remarkable journey of transforming the notarization industry with cutting-edge digital solutions. Discover Pat's background, the obstacles he overcame, and how his company tackles fraud and builds trust in high-stakes transactions. Learn how Pat's innovative approach, from testifying in Congress to navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, has scaled his business.

In this episode, Gary and Pat discuss:

1- Challenges and Successes in Digital Notarization

2- Scaling the Business During COVID-19

3- AI in Business and Security

4- The Importance of Showing Up

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kinsel/

Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/notarize/

Website: https://www.proof.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patkinsel/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patkinsel/⁠

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Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠

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YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠

Brett Hurt, is the founder and CEO of data.world. Brett talks about his entrepreneurial journey from Austin, Texas to creating transformative tech enterprises. He discusses the impact of AI on data management, the significance of mentorship, and the role of venture capital in accelerating business growth. The episode explores how AI innovations boost productivity, employee satisfaction, and provide competitive advantages.

In this episode, Gary and Brett discuss:

1- Growing Up with Entrepreneurial Parents

2- Encouraging Children's Passions

3- Lessons from Successful Entrepreneurs

4- The Power of Curiosity and AI

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretthurt/

Twitter: https://x.com/databrett

Website: https://data.world/ │https://lucky7.io/portfolio

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bretthurt

Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on:

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YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠

Stuart Landesberg is the Co-Founder and CEO of Grove Collaborative, the leading digital-first brand & e-commerce platform for natural home and personal care. In today's episode, he delves into his journey from a sustainable upbringing to leading a top company in eco-friendly consumer products. Stuart also shares the obstacles of starting a business, the importance of a mission-driven culture, and strategic decisions that fueled Grove’s exponential growth to annual revenues surpassing $250 million per year.

In this episode, Gary and Stuart discuss:

1- The Problem with Single-Use Plastics

2- Building a World-Class Team

3- Leadership and Company Culture

4- Importance of a Mission-Driven Business

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartlandesberg/

Website: https://www.grove.co/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Stu_Land

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Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ Dean Donovan (⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-dean-donovan/⁠), MD and Co-Founder of DiamondStream Partners shares his captivating journey from his early entrepreneurial days in Silicon Valley to leading global businesses and founding Mexico's largest low-cost airline, Volaris. Donovan dives deep into his experience in starting his entrepreneurial journey, his passion for technological innovation in aviation, and the importance of mentorship and resilient leadership.

In this episode, Gary and Dean discuss:

1- The Profound Impact of Early Ventures

2- The Future of Aerial Robotics and Investments

3- Technological Innovations in Aviation 4- The Importance of Early Boards for Small Companies

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-dean-donovan/⁠   

Company LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/diamondstream-partners/⁠ 

Website: ⁠https://diamondstream.com/⁠ 

Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/deandonovan?lang=en⁠ 

Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠ Mauro Comuzzi (https://pavinglady.com/ ), founder of 'The Paving Lady,' shares his incredible journey from Venezuela to building a reputable paving business in the USA. Mauro talks about his experiences in the paving industry, the importance of clear expectations, and his thoughts on business growth and leadership. In this episode, Gary and Mauro discuss: 1. Mauro's Journey from Venezuela to Paving Success in the US

2. Business Philosophy and Leadership Insights

3. The Importance of Core Values in Business Growth

4. Innovative Approaches to Paving and Business Expansion

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauro-comuzzi-67a0188/ 

Website: https://pavinglady.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePavingLady/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepavinglady/?hl=en  Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: ⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Abdol Moabery (https://twitter.com/AbdolMoabery), aviation leader and founder of GA Telesis, covers his journey from modest beginnings to steering his company through major crises like the 2008 financial downturn and the COVID-19 pandemic, notably without layoffs. Moabery highlights the importance of a lean operational model, prioritizing financial wisdom and linking revenue growth with employee stability. In this episode, Gary and Abdol discuss: 1. Lessons on Adaptability 2. Strategic Foresight and Team Motivation 3. Importance of Resilience and Innovation 4. Sustaining Growth and Embracing Change LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abdol-m-6665763/

Website: https://www.gatelesis.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gatelesis

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbdolMoabery

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abdolmoabery Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Parker Perrien (https://www.thediamondsolutions.com/) is an exceptional entrepreneur with a compelling story of starting and growing a successful paving company, Diamond Solutions. From starting his business journey young to overcoming challenges, navigating personal trials, and achieving success. Parker shares insights into the evolution of his company. Parker also discusses the impact of technology on his business and his ambitious goals for future expansion and achieving a billion-dollar valuation. In this episode, Gary and Parker discuss: 1. Importance of Mentorship 2. Role of Core Values in Building a Solid Team 3. Providing Excellent Customer Service 4. The Power of Delegation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/parker-perrien/

Website: https://www.thediamondsolutions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParkerWP/ Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

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Rita Case (https://rickcase.com/) shares her journey in the automotive industry, from the establishment of the Rick Case Automotive Group to becoming the largest woman-owned dealership in the U.S. Rita details the origins of her family's business, starting with her father's dealership and how she learned the ins and outs of the industry from a young age. Rita also highlights the significance of corporate culture, and education in business, and provides empowering advice for female entrepreneurs.

In this episode, Gary and Rita discuss:

1. Importance of Brand Pioneering

2. Customer Loyalty

3. Overcoming Challenges in a Male-Dominated Field

4. Importance of Culture

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickcasegroup/

Website: https://rickcase.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RickCaseAutoGroup

Twitter: https://twitter.com/rickcasegroup?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickcaseauto/

Rita's Book:

https://www.amazon.com/Our-Customers-Friends-Business-Community-ebook/dp/B007JN4IUY

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Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Kevin Cassidy (https://cassidypaving.com/ ), is a successful entrepreneur who transitioned from running a landscaping business in high school to founding and growing Cassidy Paving, a major paving company based near Boston. Kevin shares his early business ventures, the pivotal moment of switching to paving, navigating financial challenges, and the importance of core values such as safety, teamwork, results, and reliability in business growth. He also discusses the power of mentorship, setting financial goals, and the future aspirations for his company. In this episode, Gary and Kevin discuss: 1. Maximizing Production Efficiency and ROI 2. Principles of Prompt Delivery and Execution 3. Earning Trust Through Accountability 4. Key Lessons for Entrepreneurs

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-cassidy-7b83299b/

Website: https://cassidypaving.com/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/CassidyPaving/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevin_cassidy_84/ Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠ Andrew Thoman is a fourth-generation co-owner of a family-run paving company Thomann Asphalt. Andrew shares the history of Thomann Asphalt, starting with his great-grandfather in 1925, and discusses the evolution of the business, core values, and the importance of family dynamics in its success. He highlights the challenges of maintaining quality during growth, the role of technology and equipment strategy, and insights into preparing for future generations to take over the business. The conversation encapsulates the passion, work ethic, and dedication that have driven the company's longevity in the paving industry. In this episode, Gary and Steve discuss: 1. The Work Ethic Legacy 2. Investing in Excellence 3. Nurturing a Company for Generations 4. Aligning Core Values in Business Decisions LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-thomann-b7b84067/ Website: ⁠https://thomannasphalt.com/⁠ Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

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Steve Tjornhom (https://trusealamerica.com/) is the owner / CEO of TruSeal America LLC and M & M Construction and Asphalt.Steve and his brother Pete founded TruSeal America in 2000 and both play a very active role in the day-to-day operations of the company. Currently Steve is responsible for the direction and vision of TruSeal America while still involved with sales, marketing, and strategic initiatives. He has been married 39 years, is the father of 2 and has 6 grandchildren. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys hunting, fishing, his hunting dogs, and spending time outdoors with his family.

In this episode, Gary and Steve discuss:

1. Lessons on Long-Term Customer Loyalty in Lawn Care

2. Building Customer Trust Through Clear Expectations

3. Delivering Excellence: Lessons on Service and Performance

4. Aligning Customer Success with Company Success

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-tjornhom-62549214/               https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-tjornhom-569285126/

Website: https://trusealamerica.com/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/TruSealAmerica1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trusealamerica/

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Tom Monaghan is an American entrepreneur who founded Domino's Pizza in 1960. He also owned the Detroit Tigers from 1983 to 1992. Monaghan also owns the Domino's Farms Office Park in the Ann Arbor Charter Township, Michigan, which he first started building in 1984.

In this episode, Gary and Tom discuss:

1. From One Dot to 21,000: The Domino's Pizza Success Story

2. Lessons in Resilience from a Business Founder

3. Innovations in Multi-unit Pizza Delivery

4. Transforming Pizza Delivery into a Success Story

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Monaghan

Article: https://limitlessmotivation1.wordpress.com/2020/05/23/biography-of-thomas-monaghan-founder-of-dominos-pizza/

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As Founder of Pariveda, having served 20 years as its first CEO, Bruce Ballengee (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceballengee/) has contributed to its success through his insight and industry knowledge. Bruce is sought out by leaders in the professional services community for his deep technical expertise and business acumen. His passion for developing people is evident in Pariveda’s training curriculum, proprietary cohort scale, review, and recruiting processes. Pariveda differentiates itself by developing technical and business leaders who help our customers achieve successful outcomes for their most complex, ambiguous problems. 

In this episode, Gary and Bruce discuss:

1. Falling in Love with the Problem

2. Tapping into the 70% of Unmet Business Challenges 

3. Nurturing Early Career Potential in Business

4. Harnessing Ownership for Enduring Impact

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceballengee/

Website: https://parivedasolutions.com/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/bruce.ballengee/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pariveda_Inc/status/1009460476848365570

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Pariveda

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Nicole Tanner (https://swigdrinks.com/) is the Founder of Swig, which sells customized drinks, cookies, and treats. She started Swig in 2010 due to her love of Diet Coke and because she noticed a lack of connectedness in other drive-thru concepts. She is a mom of five children and a grandma to four grandbabies who enjoys hiking outdoors and spending time with her family.

In this episode, Gary and Nicole discuss:

1. Building a Business Around Unment Consumer Needs

2. The Entrepreneurial Vision That Transformed The Beverage Industry

3. Nurturing A Young Management Team For Success

4. Growing Your Business Through Genuine Connections

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-tanner-813179169 

Website: https://swigdrinks.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swigdrinks

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swignsweets/

Article: https://kjzz.com/news/local/person-2-person-nicole-tanner

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@swigdrinks?_t=8coUrxPnM7u&_r=1

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swigdrinks/shorts

Articles:

https://www.utahbusiness.com/how-nicole-tanner-founded-one-of-the-biggest-utah-soda-shops/

https://www.inc.com/magazine/201805/kimberly-weisul/nicole-tanner-swig.html

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Michael Katz (http://www.mparticle.com/) is the Co-founder and CEO of mParticle, the leading customer data platform helping the world's best brands unify data across all consumer touch points to optimize marketing outcomes and CX. 

In this episode, Gary and Michael discuss:

1. The Power of Operationalizing Data Insights

2. The Entrepreneurial Journey of Taking The Leap

3. Challenges and Realities for Public Companies

4. Scaling Success in Niche Markets

5. The Importance of Refreshing Your Value System

6. Redefining Competition in Team Environments

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelskatz 

Website: http://www.mparticle.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.katz.965

Twitter: https://twitter.com/mkatz0630 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkatz/?hl=en#

Article: https://www.businessinsider.com/michael-katz-is-building-a-startup-with-money-from-nas-2014-12

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Keith Callaway Sr. (https://www.kandlindustries.com/) is the President and Founder of K&L Industries, a premier paving company based in the Portland Metro Area and a second-chance employer. Over the past 30 years, Keith has scaled his small mom-and-pop business to a company with his dedicated team of professional pavers to deliver high-quality solutions ranging from driveway paving to parking lot maintenance.

In this episode, Gary and Keith discuss:

1. Crafting a Career with Family at the Core

2. The Crucial Role of Partnerships in Business and Life

3. The Power of Selling Value Over Price

4. Lessons in Delegation for Business Leaders

5. Building A Business That Thrives Without You

6. The Power of Enterprise Value in Business Growth

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-l-callaway-10305519b/

Website: https://www.kandlindustries.com/

Podcast: https://www.keithlcallaway.com/podcasts/greatness-from-small-beginnings

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithl.callaway/ 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi5L4mbozRKnnZ8eNPJDXkw

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@keithlcallaway

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithlcallaway/?hl=es

Article: https://www.equipmentworld.com/contractor-of-the-year/article/15637154/oregon-paving-contractor-succeeds-as-secondchance-employer

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Glen Meakem (https://www.forever.com/) is a career entrepreneur and business leader whose objective is to create tremendous value for investors, customers, and employees by building businesses that make the world a better place. Since the beginning of 2013, he has been devoted full-time to building his latest company, Forever, which is the world's first permanent shareable storage service on the Internet.

In this episode, Gary and Glen discuss:

1. How Innovation Transformed an 'Unglamorous' Role

2. 6-Figure Opportunities in Trades and Technology

3. Accountability and Humility: The Traits of Exceptional Leaders

4. Finding Success without Sacrificing Happiness in Your Career

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-meakem-6890563/

Website: https://www.forever.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FOREVER/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/forever

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfBFL_W3FYW7W0wAr4EEGnA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forever_inc/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ph/FOREVER/

Article: https://thetechtribune.com/glen-meakem-of-forever/

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Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Austin Rabine is the son of Gary Rabine and the current CEO of Rabine Group. Austin shares updates on the various ventures of their company including SiteTechnologies, pavement assessments, exterior management and outlines their future plans for exponential growth by teaming up with smaller paving businesses across the country. The conversation also touches upon the importance of hiring smart people, adaptation of new technologies in construction and thoughts on leadership and innovation. In today's episode, Gary and Austin discuss: 1-The Evolution and Expansion of Site 2-The Future of Rabine Group and Site 3-Ideal Candidates for Expansion Opportunities 4-The Importance of Hiring Smart People Connect with Austin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-rabine-22b0b313/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/austinrabine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arabine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinrabine/ Website: http://rabine.com/, https://www.sitetechnologies.io/ Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ YouTube:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo⁠⁠⁠

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Nick Small (http://www.uspave.com/⁠) is the Founder of U.S. Pave Network™ and President of U.S. Asphalt™. U.S. Pave is a Southeast U.S.-wide paving contractor specializing in commercial parking lot maintenance. They provide the highest level of customer service and utilize top-quality materials for lasting results. 

In this episode, Gary and Nick discuss:

1. Differentiating Your Company

2. The Struggles of Starting Your Own Business

3. Lessons from the Evolution of National Paving Companies

4. Navigating the First Year in Your Paving Business

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-small-01232131/

Website: http://www.uspave.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicksmalljr/  

Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

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Arman Taheri (https://www.talentpop.co/careers) is a culture-first leader who is deeply invested in developing his talent and ensuring that his team members are in the best position to succeed. As the Co-Founder and Director of Customer Success at TalentPop, Arman brings a wealth of experience from his e-commerce background. 

In this episode, Gary and Arman discuss:

1. Being A Servant Leader

2. Developing Your Company’s Structure and Culture

3. The Impact of Effective Leadership

4. Adding Value To The Founders You Work With

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/armantaheri/ 

Website: https://www.talentpop.co/careers

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YourFifthFriend 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thearmantaheri/

Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: 

Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠⁠ Srinivasan KA (https://www.amagi.com/) is a technology entrepreneur with two decades of experience in building new technologies and taking them to market. Discover his journey, from developing one of the first Bluetooth software systems to steering Amagi into a significant role in the media tech industry. In this episode, Gary and Srini Discuss 1- Future of media advertising. 2- How Amagi is gearing up for global challenges. 3- Overcoming hurdles to business success 4- The future of media streaming. Connect with Srinivasan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasvasan/ Website: https://www.amagi.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kasvasan Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast ⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠ ⁠ YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo⁠⁠⁠

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Mayi de la Vega (⁠https://www.onesothebysrealty.com/⁠) is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty (ONE SIR), the premier source of luxury real estate and development along Florida’s East Coast. Discover how her experiences as a Cuban refugee shaped her views on freedom, diversity, and the American Dream.

In this episode, Mayi and Gary talk about:

1. From Cuban refugee to real estate mogul
2. Real estate development and Miami's skyline evolution
3. The significance of the American Dream
4. The role of integrity in conducting a business
5. Embracing diversity and mentoring the younger generations

Connect with Mayi: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/onesothebys/ 

Website: https://www.onesothebysrealty.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/mayidelavega 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayidelavega/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mayi.delavega1

Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast ⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠ ⁠ YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo⁠⁠⁠

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠⁠ Gary Rabine (⁠https://www.rabine.com/⁠) After graduating high school Gary Rabine discovered his passion for paving driveways. The start of a family pushed his drive to succeed in this industry. He married Cheryl, in 1985 and Rabine Paving grew as more companies were started, and then more were acquired.
This growth was the result of building an amazing team with a strong focus on client satisfaction, innovation and a desire to be world class. There are now 11 companies in the Rabine Group. Rabine Paving and Rabine Paving America are known to pave more concrete and asphalt parking lots than any other company in America.
7 companies serve the facilities real estate industry in commercial Paving, Roofing, Doors and Docks and Snow Removal. 2 companies are technology businesses serving the Natural Gas industry, the Real Estate industry and Municipal industry. Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website:⁠ ⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast ⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ ⁠ YouTube:⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo⁠⁠

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠ Greg Muzzillo (https://proforma.com/) established Proforma one year after graduating from college in 1978. In 1986, he launched the company's franchising operations which includes over 650 franchise offices worldwide, with revenues over $500 million. In this episode, Gary and Greg discuss: 1. Strategies for Sustainable Franchise Success 2. Tech Solutions for Mom and Pop Businesses 3. Scaling Your Franchise Without Barriers 4. The Real Essence of Franchising 5. The Thrill of Independence and Earnings LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-muzzillo-ba51ba2/ Website: https://proforma.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregMuzzillo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@proforma Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greg.muzzillo/ Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website:⁠ https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ ⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast ⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo⁠

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠ Dr. Michelle Longmire (https://www.medable.com/ ), CEO of Medable and a Dermatologist, shares her remarkable journey of breaking stereotypes and defying norms in the healthcare field. She has emerged as a pioneering physician leader, driving a groundbreaking $2 billion startup that is revolutionizing the landscape of clinical trials. In this episode, Gary and Michelle discuss: 1. Investing in Neuroscience 2. Transforming Drug Development 3. Navigating Ego and Team Morale 4. Empowering Women in Business LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellelongmire/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LongmireMD Website: https://www.medable.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@medable Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website:⁠ https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ ⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast ⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo⁠

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from ⁠https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/⁠ Sadie Lincoln (https://www.barre3.com/) is the Co-Founder and CEO of barre3, a fitness company focused on teaching people to be balanced in body and empowered from within. In this episode, Sadie and Gary discuss: 1. Letting Go of Future Goals and Embracing the Present 2. Franchisees are Passionate Investors 3. Inclusion is a Collective Responsibility 4. Good Service Trumps Five-Star Ratings 5. Navigating Franchising for Startups LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sadie-lincoln-aa90726/ Website: https://www.barre3.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadielincoln/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/barre3sadie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/barre3sadielincoln Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barre3/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barre3company Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website:⁠ https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ ⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast ⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO ⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo⁠

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Ryan Sitton (https://pinnaclereliability.com/) is the founder and CEO of Pinnacle, a global data-driven reliability program provider with over 500 employees, as well as a prominent energy market data analytics specialist with a diversified experience in engineering, data science, invention, entrepreneurship, and writing. In this episode, Gary and Ryan discuss: 1. The Journey of Constant Improvement 2. Building Businesses Beyond Individuals 3. Innovate or Stagnate: The Imperative for Business Survival 4. Re-Evaluating the Work-From-Home Approach Website: https://pinnaclereliability.com/ LinkedIn Pinnacle: www.linkedin.com/company/pinnaclereliability LinkedIn Ryan: www.linkedin.com/in/ryansitton Twitter: https://twitter.com/RyanSitton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryansitton4tx/?hl=en Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

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Scott Scully (https://www.abstraktmg.com/) is the Founder and CEO of Abstrakt Marketing Group with a main focus in the Marketing and Lead Generation space. 

In this episode Gary and Scott discuss:

1. Recruiting Challenges: Finding Leaders Who Embrace Your Culture

2. Future-Proofing Your Business: The Importance of a Robust Sales Pipeline

3. The Link between Enterprise Value and Business Desirability

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmscully/

Company Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abstrakt-marketing-group/ 

Website: https://www.abstraktmg.com/

Website: https://www.sapperconsulting.com/

Website: https://www.abstraktcloud.com/  

Twitter: https://twitter.com/carmarketing

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottmscully/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Abstraktmg/

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Fardad Zabetian (https://kudoway.com/), CEO and Co-Founder of KUDO Inc., went from humble beginnings to building a global business empire. Learn about his journey, the challenges he faced, and the valuable lessons he has to share about entrepreneurship, innovation, and serving customers. In this episode, Gary and Fardad discuss: 1. Landing Lucrative Contracts and Scaling

2. Lessons From Humble Beginnings 

3. Speed and Adaptability: Key Factors for Success

4. The Power of Customer Engagement and Learning LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fardadz/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Fzabetian Website: https://kudoway.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KUDO-inc Connect with Gary Rabine and DDCEO on: Website: https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DitchDiggerCEO TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ditchdiggerceopodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitchDiggerCEO Twitter: https://twitter.com/DitchDiggerCEO YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ditchdiggerceo

Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Nick Friedman (https://www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com/) is the Co-Founder and Visionary of College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving, North America's largest and fastest-growing junk removal and local moving franchise business. In this episode, Gary and Nick discuss: 1. Beyond the Surface: Building Lasting Business Relationships 2. Balancing Warm And Fuzzy Values With Accountability 3. The Myth of Early Retirement 4. Achieving World Class Status in Business

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Adam Harris is the Co-founder and CEO of Cloudbeds, the hospitality management platform powering more reservations and happier guests for lodging businesses worldwide. His people-centered leadership, alongside a fully remote, distributed workforce of 700+ people in more than 40+ countries, has grown Cloudbeds into a company that generates billions of dollars in revenue for tens of thousands of properties globally.

In this episode Gary Rabine and Adam Harris discuss:

1. Autonomy: The Ultimate Gift for Leaders

2. Reevaluating Team Members

3. Embracing Grit and Kaizen

4. The Three Pillars of Remote Work Success

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https://www.cloudbeds.com/

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Dr. Ivan Misner (www.IvanMisner.com) is the Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of BNI, the world’s largest business networking organization.  Founded in 1985, the organization now has over 10,900 chapters in 76 countries throughout every populated continent of the world. 

In this episode, Gary and Ivan discuss:

1. Growing an International Organization

2. The Power of Core Values

3. The Impact of Relationships on Your Mental Space

4. How Technology Revolutionized the Paving Industry

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https://www.bni.com/ 

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Jeffrey Terry (https://www.gehccommandcenter.com/) is the founder and CEO of GE HealthCare Command Centers, a consulting and software business. For more than a decade, Terry has been at the forefront of transforming care delivery through network design, dynamic optimization, and process re-engineering.

In this episode, Gary and Jeff discuss:

• Understand The Problem Before Jumping to Solutions
• We Treat Customer Dissatisfaction Like a Home Invasion
• Doership: Don’t Just Say it, do it!
• Military Precision Meets Engineering Ingenuity
• Empathy in Problem-Solving
• Building Strong Customer Relationships 

   https://www.gehccommandcenter.com/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrterry/    https://www.linkedin.com/company/gehealthcarecommandcenters/

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Greg Galant, co-founder and CEO of Muck Rack (https://muckrack.com/) and co-founder of the Shorty Awards (https://shortyawards.com/) talks about his journey to success - from building websites for businesses at 14, to starting his own podcast in 2005, way before the podcast industry exploded, to co-founding the Shorty Awards.

In this episode, Gary and Greg Galant discuss:

• Shorty Awards

• The Power of Shaping the Narrative

• The Evolution of Job Titles in Startups

• Scaling Up

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/galant/

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Jack Hammond (https://homebase.org/) is a retired U.S. Army Brigadier General with multiple combat commands and currently serves as the Chief Executive for the Home Base National Center of Excellence for Mental Health and Brain Injuries.

In this episode, Gary and Jack discuss:

● The Hidden Toll of War

● Reimagining Mental Health Care: From Stigma to Support

● Overcoming The Fear of Letting People Down

● Commit to Excellence, Not Perfection

● Taking Risks Can Lead to Success

● Leveraging Trust to Build Solutions

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https://homebase.org/

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Joe Riley (https://www.patriotfamilyhomes.com/) is a military hero and it is an honor to have him on the show. Not only did he serve his country with distinction, but he has also gone on to become a successful entrepreneur. We delve into Joe's upbringing, the reason he joined the military, and his experience serving our country. We also discuss the value of mentorship and how Joe is passing on his knowledge and experiences to help others on their entrepreneurial journeys.

In this episode Gary and Joe Riley discuss:

1.       Building a Real Estate Empire with Debt and Cash Flow

2.      Cap Rate 101

3.      Finding Success with a Strong Support System

4.      The Truth About Military Bureaucracy and Entrepreneurship

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https://www.facebook.com/patriotfamilyhomes

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Rupesh Sanghavi (⁠https://ergode.com/⁠) is the Founder and CEO of Texas-based Ergode Inc, one of the top resellers on Amazon.com and Walmart. In this episode, Gary and Rupesh discuss: 1. Build Your Business to Survive Your Absence 2. 10 Rules to Live By 3. Identifying New Business Opportunities 4. Building Wealth Through Employee Ownership 5. The American Dream of Entrepreneurship: Innovate, Risk, and Reward Website: ⁠https://bosontech.ai/⁠⁠ 

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Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Tom Ryan is the founder of ICR (http://www.icrinc.com) and serves as its CEO. Throughout his career, Tom has analyzed companies from the perspective of a communications advisor and Wall Street Journal-ranked sell-side analyst, and these perspectives bring a unique dimension to his counsel.

In this episode, Gary and Tom discussed:

1. The Entrepreneurial Path: One Step Forward, Two Steps Back

2. Pivoting From a WallStreet Career

3. Your Company is Not Your Family

4. Going Public: An Alternative to an IPO

5. The Value of a Crisis Communication Plan

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Jeff Frient (https://www.bluemarpartners.com) is the managing partner of Blue Marlin Partners, a private investment firm in Washington, D.C. that invests in established lower middle-market businesses looking to substantially grow and realize shareholder value.  

In this episode, Gary and Jeff Frient discuss: 

   1. Military Mindset in Business 

   2. War Time Leadership Lessons 

   3. Balancing Family and Career 

   4. Overcoming Fear of Failure

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Download Gary’s 13 Keys to Creating a Multi-Million Dollar Business from https://www.DitchDiggerCEO.com/ Jay Laabs, CEO of Spaulding Ridge, shares hard-learned lessons from life as a serial founder, acquirer, and board member of professional services firms. From defining value to measuring what matters most to firing clients, Jay offers priceless advice for his peers trying to create more valuable firms.

In this episode Gary Rabine and Jay Laabs discuss:

1. Importance Of Relationships In Business

2. All Business Is Personal

3. EOB In USA

4. Giving Back

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