Passage to Profit Show - Road to Entrepreneurship

Richard and Elizabeth Gearhart

The Passage to Profit Show is a nationally syndicated weekly radio show and podcast about entrepreneurism and innovation from multiple perspectives. Show hosts Richard Gearhart (a patent and trademark expert) and Elizabeth Gearhart (a startup entrepreneur), interview a variety of entrepreneurs, company founders, inventors, startups and experts from a range of industries. Each show presents listeners with real-life experiences, seen through the eyes of the different guests - providing valuable advice and a unique perspective on the Road to Entrepreneurship. From innovation to invention hang-ups, the show offers insight and expertise in launching a product or service, building a company, manufacturing, licensing, branding and much more. read less
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Entrepreneurs Growing Businesses to $100 Million with John St. Pierre + Others (Full Episode)
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Entrepreneurs Growing Businesses to $100 Million with John St. Pierre + Others (Full Episode)
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of The Passage to Profit Show along with Kenya Gipson interview John St. Pierre, author of "The $100M Journey", R.M. Easterly from THYIM and Justin Chen from Pickfu.   John St. Pierre is the Author of "The $100M Journey", a Coach, & Co-host of Entrepreneurs United Podcast. From scaling companies to $50 million each to facing the unexpected challenge of being fired from his own creation, John's story is a testament to the importance of building and protecting equity, mastering cash flow management, and the transformative role of coaching in entrepreneurial success. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind navigating the messy middle of growth, redefining leadership roles, and the critical lessons learned along the $100 million journey. Read more at: https://100mjourney.com/   R.M. Easterly is the founder of the THYIM, a new revolutionary tech marketplace company meeting the needs of many. THYIM provides common indoor, outdoor, and roadside services to everyday people in 15 minutes or less such as tire changes, car jumpstart, home cleaning, trash removal, dog walking, pet grooming and snow removal. Simply download the THYIM App and sign-up to start requesting services within 15 Minutes. Read more at: https://www.thyim.com/   Justin Chen is the co-founder of Pickfu, a do-it-yourself consumer research enterprise-level tool anyone can use to help you unlock consumer insights instantly! Connect to an on-demand panel of consumers giving honest opinions. Create polls to get feedback on your product designs, images and copy from people in your target market. In just minutes, you'll get in-depth feedback on your creative ideas. Use these insights to help your business thrive! Read more at: https://www.pickfu.com/   Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.
An Entrepreneur Empowering Women After Divorce: Rene Mondy from Dear John the Box
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An Entrepreneur Empowering Women After Divorce: Rene Mondy from Dear John the Box
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of The Passage to Profit Show along with Kenya Gipson interview Rene Mondy from Dear John the Box.   Join us as we delve into the inspiring journey of Rene Mondy, founder of Dear John the Box, the first black-owned post-divorce self-care box and registry. As a licensed therapist specializing in divorce recovery, Renee shares her personal experience and the pivotal moments that led her to create a platform dedicated to supporting women navigating the challenging aftermath of divorce. From the genesis of her in-person support groups in Atlanta to the evolution into an online platform during the pandemic, Renee's innovative approach combines therapy-backed resources with practical tools for setting boundaries, rebuilding trust, and rediscovering self-confidence. We uncover the heartwarming story behind Dear John the Box and explore how humor, community, and resilience are woven into every aspect of its offerings, empowering women to embrace healing and find hope amidst adversity. Read more at: https://dearjohnthebox.com/   Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.
Entrepreneurs Building Wealth Through Franchising with Gregory Mohr + Others (Full Episode)
Apr 8 2024
Entrepreneurs Building Wealth Through Franchising with Gregory Mohr + Others (Full Episode)
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of The Passage to Profit Show along with Kenya Gipson interview franchise consultant Gregory Mohr from Franchise Maven, Rene Mondy from Dear John the Box and Na’Shya Donnelly from Broken Baby Apparel.   Journey into the lucrative world of franchising with Gregory Mohr! From understanding the fundamentals to uncovering lesser-known opportunities, we explore how franchises offer a pathway to financial freedom and entrepreneurial success! Gregory Mohr is the Wall Street Journal Best Selling author of “Real Freedom, Why Franchises Are Worth Considering and How They Can Be Used For Building Wealth”, and has managed restaurants, been a micro-electric circuit engineer, owned and operated dry cleaners, storage units, rental properties, and franchises. Read more at: https://www.franchisemaven.com/   Our Entrepreneur Presenters:   Rene Mondy, founded the first black-owned, post-divorce self-care box and registry, Dear John the Box, with handpicked products to show your friends a little love. With women in mind, Dear John creates products and therapy aids that offer women a sisterhood of self-love and connection after a breakup. It’s like having the support of your girlfriends delivered to your front door. Backed by therapy research, newly released therapy aids are offered uniquely in each box! Read more at: https://dearjohnthebox.com/   Na’Shya “Ceo Naay Moe” Donnelly-Johnson is the founder of Broken Baby Apparel, offering hoodies, tshirts, hats, track pants, sweat pants, bubble vests and more with Broken Baby designs. Na’Shya is a rap artist and established the brand in 2018 in Bloomington Illinois. The design started out as just the words “Broken Baby”, and the crying baby was added later giving the design a memorable logo. Read more at: https://shopbrokenbabyapparel.com/   Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.
Entrepreneurs: Transform and Strengthen Your Brand for Success with Doug Zarkin + Others (Full Episode)
Mar 11 2024
Entrepreneurs: Transform and Strengthen Your Brand for Success with Doug Zarkin + Others (Full Episode)
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of The Passage to Profit Show along with Kenya Gipson interview Doug Zarkin, author of “Moving Your Brand Out of the Friend Zone”, screenwriter, director, and actor Sadie Bones and David Cantor from Folk Revival.   Doug Zarkin is an award-winning CMO and author of the book “Moving Your Brand Out of the Friend Zone”. He’s a Brandweek “Marketer of The Next Generation” and a consecutive honoree in Crain’s NY Notables in Marketing. With two decades at the marketing helm, Doug has catapulted iconic brands like Avon and Victoria’s Secret PINK to new heights. His recent role as CMO of Pearle Vision caught Harvard Business School’s attention, becoming a case study in brand revitalization. Doug was recently was named Chief Brand Officer of Good Feet Holdings, LLC, a global holdings group of premium wellness brands, including The Good Feet Store and ING Source. Read more at: https://www.dougzarkin.com/     OUR ENTREPRENEUR PRESENTERS:     Justin Crosby and Jason Anderson are from The Dream Commission, a pioneering force, dedicated to elevating municipalities and Institutions of Higher Learning through transformative financial literacy summits. The commission brings together luminaries from the realms of entertainment, entrepreneurship, business leadership, and education to champion Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of providing economic empowerment to the marginalized. Read more at: https://www.thedreamcommission.org/     Sadie Bones is a 19-year-old triple threat in the world of filmmaking as a screenwriter, director, and actor, brings a fresh and youthful perspective to the industry. Her first feature film, “That Mockingbird Don’t Sing”, received private financing, fueled by confidence in Sadie’s talent and dedication. Sadie also created the short film, “The Vanishing Point”, a project that garnered acclaim, earning her accolades such as “Most Promising Filmmaker” and “Best Young Filmmaker.” Read more at: https://www.asadiebonesfilm.com/     David Cantor is a natural foods industry veteran and the founder of Folk Revival. He has created a new hot cereal perfect for any time of the day! Each cup of Folk Revival contains 20g protein, is low carb, Keto-friendly, zero sugar, made with wild harvest acorns, and is delicious both hot and cold. Acorns have been consumed by people for millennia and have profound environmental and health benefits and are a largely untapped resource. Read more at: https://folkrevival.com/     Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.
Entrepreneurs Mastering a Positive Mindset: Daily Habits for Success with Niyc Pidgeon + Others (Full Episode)
Feb 19 2024
Entrepreneurs Mastering a Positive Mindset: Daily Habits for Success with Niyc Pidgeon + Others (Full Episode)
Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of The Passage to Profit Show along with Kenya Gipson interview coach and positive psychologist Niyc Pidgeon from Unstoppable Success, Herman Dolce and Demaris Long from Bella Sloan Enterprises and Kimberly Currie from OUI Beauty.   Join us for an electrifying episode as we dive into the world of positive psychology and entrepreneurial triumph with special guest Niyc Pidgeon. As a triple certified coach and founder of Unstoppable Success, Niyc shares invaluable insights on maintaining a positive attitude amidst life's challenges, harnessing the science of happiness for personal and professional growth, and unlocking the secrets to unstoppable success. From strategies to prioritize health and overcome fear to anecdotes of rubbing shoulders with icons like Richard Branson and Elon Musk, Nick's journey inspires and empowers us to embrace optimism, take bold risks, and carve our path to greatness. Don't miss this transformative conversation on turning passion into profit and living life to the fullest! Read more at: https://www.niycpidgeon.com/   Herman Dolce is the founder of Bella Sloan Enterprises, a financial literacy company specializing in credit repair services. He is joined by his CEO Damaris Long. Bella Sloan helps credit bruised clients back on the road to stress-free financials. Credit repair services involves removing questionable items that cause credit scores to go down. When this information is removed it can in turn help reduce interest rates, help make the purchases needed, or even improve eligibility in an interview or on a rental application. Read more at: https://www.bellasloanllc.com/   Kimberly Currie is a master esthetician, acne specialist, skin educator and the founder of curator of OUI Beauty, offering a skincare line made in the USA, paraben-free, vegan, cruelty-free & EU compliant. The cutting-edge formulations of OUI Beauty products, backed by years of research and innovation, are crafted to deliver exceptional results for those with sensitive or problematic skin. She also founded the OUI Beauty Studio and Spa, and started Pittsburgh's first acne treatment clinic. Her upcoming book will be released in April. Read more at: https://www.ouicosmetics.com/   Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a startup, an inventor, an innovator, a small business or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, tune into Passage to Profit Show for compelling discussions, real-life examples, and expert advice on entrepreneurship, intellectual property, trademarks and more. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest updates and episodes.