# episode growing (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover episode growing. Page: Feed: --- ## [She Left AECOM to Build Her Own Construction Consultancy | Yaeger Irwin - Bloom Project Management Ep52](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/She-Left-AECOM-to-Build-Her-Own-Construction-Consultancy--Yaeger-Irwin---Bloom-Project-Management-Ep52-e3njmrf) _2026-08-19 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ What does it really take to leave the security of a senior corporate role and build your own construction consultancy from scratch? This week on Growing Consultancies, Paul Micallef is joined by Yaeger Irwin, Founder of Bloom Project Management, for an open and refreshingly honest conversation about the realities of starting and growing a construction consultancy. Yaeger shares how she took the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/124426543/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-19%2Fef72cb6d-524b-d961-a50a-4e8f9e2d73f8.mp3) ## [How Firms Are Reaching 7x EBITDA](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/how-firms-are-reaching-7x-ebitda) _2026-08-16 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Is your accounting practice built to scale—or positioned for a high-multiple exit? In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello welcomes back Geoff Bruskin, founder and CEO of White Tiger Connections. Geoff pulls back the curtain on the current "white-hot" public accounting M&A market in 2026. From the rise of Fractional COO engagements to 7x+ EBITDA multiples, Jeff breaks down what… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/JW-EP13-Geoff_Bruskin-full_episode_with_trailer_for_audio.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [Solo Project Manager to £3m Construction Consultancy | Freddie Edwards of Dragonfly Projects Ep 51](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/Solo-Project-Manager-to-3m-Construction-Consultancy--Freddie-Edwards-of-Dragonfly-Projects-Ep-51-e3nabl5) _2026-08-12 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ What does it really take to build a successful construction consultancy from the ground up? In this episode of Growing Consultancie s , Paul Micallef is joined by Freddie Edwards, Founder of Dragonfly Projects, to talk about his journey from project manager and sole trader to building a growing construction consultancy focused on commercial office and residential projects. Freddie shares the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/124120165/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-12%2Fbbe83622-41ab-59ea-46b5-ab77e2036a74.mp3) ## [Larry Levine: The Relationships You Build Drive the Business You Grow](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/larry-levine-why-nobody-should-be-able-to-out-care-you/) _2026-08-05 · Growing with Purpose_ Building Trust. Guarding Your Time. Getting Back to the Basics. In this episode of Growing with Purpose, Jean Moncrieff speaks with Larry Levine, Author, Podcast host, and Co-Founder of the agency Selling from the Heart, all of which speak to the issue of founder development, and how they can modernize their approach to sales without losing their authenticity and personal touch. Drawing on more… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/vepwvhkd4hh2mcqt/Larry_Levine8o3nb.mp3) ## [Is Construction Failing Women? | Vanessa Murray and Ceri Moyers of The Circle Partnership Ep 50](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/Is-Construction-Failing-Women---Vanessa-Murray-and-Ceri-Moyers-of-The-Circle-Partnership-Ep-50-e3mth78) _2026-08-05 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ Why are talented women still leaving construction before reaching senior leadership? In our 50th episode of the Growing Consultancies podcast, Paul Micallef is joined by Vanessa Murray and Ceri Moyers from The Circle Partnership , an award-winning consultancy dedicated to developing and retaining mid-level women across construction, property and the wider built environment. They discuss why the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/123699880/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-3%2F429130441-44100-2-77cc5ae87fc61.mp3) ## [Firing Clients & Making $100K/mo](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/building-an-8m-impact-hyper-local-cpa-practice) _2026-08-02 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Can you run a thriving, hyper-local accounting practice while living in Mexico for four months of the year? Most accounting firm owners and managing partners assume that running a local firm requires being chained to a brick-and-mortar office—especially during busy seasons. In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello sits down with Nancy McClelland, CPA (widely known as The Dancing… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/ep012-nancy_full_episode_audio.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [AI, Athletes and Apprentices: How BCS Is Solving the Skills Shortage | Chris Coward of BCS Consultancy Ep 49](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/AI--Athletes-and-Apprentices-How-BCS-Is-Solving-the-Skills-Shortage--Chris-Coward-of-BCS-Consultancy-Ep-49-e3mbqnn) _2026-07-29 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ How do you grow a specialist consultancy from four people to 170 without losing the culture, quality and relationships that made it successful? In this episode of Growing Consultancies, Paul Micallef is joined by Chris Coward , COO of BCS Consultancy , to explore the rapid growth of one of the data centre sector’s most exciting businesses. Chris shares how BCS expanded across the UK and Europe,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/123119799/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-21%2Fd4c0a02e-0cd7-d113-6e79-e872f120388f.mp3) ## [Is MRICS worth it? | David Shaw of Torridon Ep 48](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/Is-MRICS-worth-it---David-Shaw-of-Torridon-Ep-48-e3m6ott) _2026-07-22 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ Is becoming more specialised the secret to growing a successful construction consultancy? Paul Micallef is joined by David Shaw of Edinburgh-based Torridon Cost Consultancy to discuss building a refurbishment-first Quantity Surveying practice, finding the right niche and navigating the realities of running a growing consultancy. David shares how he moved from Davis Langdon and AECOM to launching… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/122954109/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-17%2F881582f4-528f-499e-b24a-4100c7bf6422.mp3) ## [Sam Adiv: The Culture You Build Is the Company You Become](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/sam-adiv-the-culture-you-build-is-the-company-you-become/) _2026-07-21 · Growing with Purpose_ Building Community. Leading with Intention. Staying Human in the Age of AI. In this episode of Growing with Purpose, Jean Moncrieff speaks with Sam Adiv, Founder and CEO of OpenTent and the Community Builder Group, about creating a company rooted in relationships, meaningful rituals and genuine community. Sam shares how his original plan to become a rabbi unexpectedly led him into… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/vvyv3m98y3n92hr6/sam_podcast_audio92wxx.mp3) ## [CPA Firm Succession and Profitability Blueprint | Ira Rosenbloom](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/cpa-firm-succession-and-profitability-blueprint-ira-rosenbloom) _2026-07-19 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Are you running an accounting practice that can survive independent of your personal production, or are your key successors already looking for the nearest exit? In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello sits down with Ira Rosenbloom, CEO of Optimum Strategies, known across the industry as the "Merger and Profitability Optimizer." With over 25 years of hands-on experience as a… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/EP010-Ira_Rosenbloom-full_episode_with_trailer_audio_updated.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [Persona-led AI publishing (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/EC3qtr9M30Zy) _2026-07-19 · **Sponsored**_ Generate drafts, schedule subdomain publishing, and keep human review where needed. ## [Can UK Construction Fix Its Productivity and Housing Crisis? | Michelle Hannah & Danny Garwood of CAST Consultancy - Ep 47](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/Can-UK-Construction-Fix-Its-Productivity-and-Housing-Crisis---Michelle-Hannah--Danny-Garwood-of-CAST-Consultancy---Ep-47-e3m3v41) _2026-07-15 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ In this episode of Growing Consultancies, Paul Micallef is joined by Michelle Hannah and Danny Garwood, Owner Directors at CAST Consultancy, to discuss how the project management and cost consultancy has grown from around 13 people to a team of approximately 90. They explore CAST’s journey through the residential market, the future of Modern Methods of Construction, the Building Safety Act,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/122862145/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-15%2Fae59571d-8ded-f020-b402-cebd81454302.mp3) ## [Construction's Succession Crisis, AI & The Future of Consultancy | Luke Turner of Playle and Partners- Ep 46](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/Constructions-Succession-Crisis--AI--The-Future-of-Consultancy--Luke-Turner-of-Playle-and-Partners--Ep-46-e3lnn25) _2026-07-08 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ Is the construction industry doing enough to prepare its next generation of leaders? In this episode, Paul Micallef speaks with Luke Turner, Managing Partner at Playle and Partners, about succession planning, consultancy ownership, AI, leadership and the future of construction. From completing a management buyout to embracing new technology, Luke shares practical lessons for consultancy leaders… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/122460677/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-6%2F4a81fe6e-9681-abd4-4b5a-eff1b97b964e.mp3) ## [How to Build and Sell a 2M CPA and Law Firm | Mike Payne](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/how-to-build-and-sell-a-2m-cpa-and-law-firm-mike-payne) _2026-07-05 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Whether you're a CPA starting a firm, an operations manager, or a managing partner looking at succession options, understanding what actually drives firm valuation in today's intense M&A market is critical. In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello sits down with Mike Payne, a veteran M&A consultant who has spent nearly two decades facilitating accounting firm mergers,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/EP009-Mike_Payne-_full_ep_with_trailer_V2_audio_.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [Why UK Construction Is Stuck | How Archus Scaled Internationally & Embraced AI - Victoria Head Ep 45](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/Why-UK-Construction-Is-Stuck--How-Archus-Scaled-Internationally--Embraced-AI---Victoria-Head-Ep-45-e3lfdrt) _2026-07-01 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ What does it take to lead one of the UK's fastest-growing specialist consultancies? In this episode of the Growing Consultancies podcast, Paul Micallef is joined by Victoria Head of Archus, to explore how the business has grown from a specialist healthcare consultancy into an international organisation operating across the UK and Canada. Victoria shares her journey from studying sociology and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/122189117/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-30%2F60261c2f-ee1f-e224-5d24-e01f659437cd.mp3) ## [AI Is Changing Construction Faster Than You Think | Tom Haley of Quantik Ep 44](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/AI-Is-Changing-Construction-Faster-Than-You-Think--Tom-Haley-of-Quantik-Ep-44-e3l5tno) _2026-06-24 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ What happens when a Quantity Surveyor decides to build a consultancy around systems, automation and AI rather than traditional ways of working? In this episode of Growing Consultancies, Paul Micallef sits down with Tom Haley, Managing Director of Quantik, to discuss how his business has automated a significant proportion of its internal administration and why he believes AI will fundamentally… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/121877688/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-23%2F68023482-5a5b-26eb-8b1d-e8aa0eb50c32.mp3) ## [Solo CPA to $290k Revenue | Yuri Kapilovich](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/solo-cpa-to-290k-revenue-yuri-kapilovich) _2026-06-21 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Can you run a hyper-profitable tax and advisory firm while heavily restricting your personal work hours? Most accounting firm owners and managing partners assume that scaling past six figures requires sacrificing their personal life to the grind. In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello sits down with Yuri Kapilovich, Managing Partner of Kapilovich and Associates—known across… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/EP001_-_Yuri_Kapilovich_full_episode_with_trailer_updated_with_ad_rolls_audio.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [Nenuca Syquia: Better by Design, Building a Company People Would Pay to Work At](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/nenuca/) _2026-06-18 · Growing with Purpose_ From Corporate to Founder. Navigating Growth. Building with Intention. In this episode of Growing With Purpose, Jean Moncrieff speaks with Nenuca Syquia, Founder and CEO of Better Organizations by Design (BOxD), about building a business that grows without losing sight of what matters most. Nenuca shares her journey from corporate leadership to launching BOxD just before the pandemic, stepping… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/59sgw7nvjuan4287/Nenuca_GwP_episode96yhc.mp3) ## [Leading 52 Quantity Surveyors, Women in Construction & The Future of AI | Gemma Prior, AtkinsRéalis - Ep 43](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pegasusradio/episodes/Leading-52-Quantity-Surveyors--Women-in-Construction--The-Future-of-AI--Gemma-Prior--AtkinsRalis---Ep-43-e3kqjul) _2026-06-17 · Paul Micallef · Pegasus Radio_ What does it take to go from leaving school at 16 to leading a team of more than 50 construction professionals across one of the UK's largest regions? In this episode of Growing Consultancies, Paul Micallef is joined by Gemma Prior, Head of Cost Management at AtkinsRéalis, for an honest and inspiring conversation about leadership, career progression and the future of the construction industry.… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/51a32b8/podcast/play/121507221/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-15%2F30a3fc50-f6ad-1308-74c0-7695464729ca.mp3) ## [How This CPA Built and Sold a $2M Accounting Firm with Adam Shay](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/how-this-cpa-built-and-sold-a-2m-accounting-firm-with-adam-shay) _2026-06-07 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Are you a firm owner trying to break past that next big growth plateau? Many managing partners and bookkeeping firm owners find themselves stuck in the daily grind, struggling to build a practice that can survive independent of their personal production. In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host Dave Cristello sits down with Adam Shay, CPA, a dad, entrepreneur, and high-performance firm coach.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/EP007-Adam-Shay_Full_episode_with_trailer_updated_with_ad_rolls_audio_1.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [How This Accounting Firm From 0 to $10M in 7 Years with Joe Manganelli](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/how-to-grow-an-accounting-firm-to-10m-without-raising-a-single-dollar-with-joe-manganelli) _2026-05-23 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Are you running an accounting practice that relies entirely on your own personal production, or have you built a scalable business that can exist independently of you? For accounting firm owners, managing partners, and CPAs starting firms, understanding how to shift from manual operations to an acquirable business model is the ultimate goal. In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/EP006-_Joe_Manganelli_Audio_episode.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [Make any domain metal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/donQYWlXOxkN) _2026-05-23 · **Sponsored**_ Turn any domain into a blacked-out metal landing page with an email waitlist ## [15 minutes to Complete a Month-End Close? Interview with Issac Perdomo](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/how-to-scale-your-firm-without-new-hires-with-isaac-perdomo) _2026-05-08 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello sits down with Isaac Perdomo, founder of Opzer, to discuss the practical application of AI and low-code/no-code tools in modern accounting practices. Isaac shares real-world case studies of firms drastically reducing manual workloads and increasing their capacity for high-value advisory services. In this episode, we explore: - The "Window… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/0506_1.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [How to Build a 90% Automated Accounting Firm](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/how-to-build-a-90-automated-accounting-firm) _2026-04-25 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Is the traditional general ledger dead? As small businesses and startups demand real-time data, the standard "wait two weeks for a black-and-white P&L" model is becoming obsolete. In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello sits down with Jeff Seibert , co-founder and CEO of Digits and former Head of Consumer Product at Twitter (now X). Jeff reveals why he spent over five years and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/Jeff_Seibert.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [Adria Marshall: Scaling a Business While Staying True to Your Values](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/12345/) _2026-04-15 · Growing with Purpose_ From Side Hustle to Purpose-Driven Growth. Staying True to What Matters. Building with Intention. In this episode of Growing With Purpose, Jean Moncrieff speaks with Adria Marshall, Founder of EcoSlay, about building a business rooted in values, sustainability, and community. Adria shares her journey from engineer to accidental entrepreneur, creating her own haircare products in her kitchen after… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gs25jqc383uxhykn/Adria_Marshall_GWPbry3s.mp3) ## [Why Accountants Are Leaving Money on the Table (And How to Fix It)](https://jetpackworkflow.libsyn.com/mega-api-is-her) _2026-04-10 · Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals_ Are you tired of the "compliance grind"? Most accountants overlook a goldmine sitting right in their current database: Tax Resolution . With over 27 million Americans currently facing IRS issues, the demand for representation has never been higher. In this episode of Growing Your Firm , host David Cristello sits down with Michael Rozbruch , founder of Roz Strategies and a pioneer in the tax… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/jetpackworkflow/Michael_Rozbruch.mp3?dest-id=219588) ## [Brandon Neely: Profit, Purpose, and the Discipline to Build What Lasts](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/brandon-neely-rethinking-profit-stability-and-stewardship/) _2026-02-25 · Growing with Purpose_ Profit. Purpose. Financial Clarity. In this episode of Growing With Purpose, Jean Moncrieff sits down with Brandon Neely, real estate investor, entrepreneur, Co-Founder and CEO of Wealth Wisdom Financial and founder of Counterflow, for an honest conversation about money, systems, and what it really takes to build a business that lasts. Brandon shares the story of launching a purpose-driven coffee… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wbc9mgp2fu4cb5dm/Brandon_Neely951fd.mp3) ## [Ashish Kothari: Rethinking Success, Happiness, and Leadership](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/ashish-kothari-rethinking-success-happiness-and-leadership/) _2026-01-29 · Growing with Purpose_ High Performance. High Well-Being. Redefining Success. In this episode of Growing With Purpose, Jean Moncrieff speaks with Ashish Kothari, Founder and CEO of Happiness Squad, about success, well-being, and what it truly means to live and lead a meaningful life. Ashish reflects on his journey from a high-pressure career at McKinsey to a deeper exploration of happiness, purpose, and human… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/tsw85mpw2wtu6n2i/Ashish_Kothari_audio845qk.mp3) ## [John Costello: Letting Go to Build a Company That Lasts](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/john-costello-letting-go-to-build-a-company-that-lasts/) _2026-01-14 · Growing with Purpose_ Leading with Purpose. Building a Values-Driven Business. In this episode of Growing With Purpose, Jean Moncrieff speaks with John Costello, owner of Cherry’s Industrial Equipment Corp, about his leadership journey and the evolution of building a values-driven company. John reflects on aligning personal and company values, navigating the emotional challenges of ownership, and learning how to let go… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/qpnspnibaq26y5xy/John_Costello_GwPbnp5v.mp3) ## [Megan Gluth: The Truth About Leading Through Uncertainty](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/leading-with-equanimity-how-megan-gluth-built-catalynt-through-crisis-and-courage/) _2025-12-04 · Growing with Purpose_ In this episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast, host Jean Moncrieff sits down with Megan Gluth, CEO of Catalynt, for an honest conversation about resilience, self-awareness and leading with steadiness in uncertain times. Megan shares her journey from an “accidental entrepreneur” to the leader of a merged, $100M business. She reflects on how growing up with limited resources shaped her… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/vytv7ejhdsrp6rvq/Megan_Gluth_audioaweg3.mp3) ## [Paul Spiegelman: From Small Giants to Kintsugi Village](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/paul-spiegelman-from-small-giants-to-kintsugi-village/) _2025-08-19 · Growing with Purpose_ This is a very special episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast. For the first time, longtime host Paul Spiegelman takes the guest seat as he officially passes the torch to new host, Jean Moncrieff. Paul reflects on his transition from leading the Small Giants Community to launching Kintsugi Village, a nonprofit in Detroit dedicated to community, relationships, and innovative education. He and… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/igc95p8cev8su7q6/Paul_Spiegelman7lofk.mp3) ## [Leslie DeMent & Rob Dube: Meet the 2025 Hall of Fame inductees](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/final-podcast/) _2025-07-22 · Growing with Purpose_ This is a very special episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast. Not only are there two beloved return guests, but it’s also Paul’s last episode as host. As he transitions away from his role as the owner of the Small Giants Community to pursue his newest endeavor, Kintsugi Village , Paul is switching off the microphone. Talk about bittersweet! But before he does that, he has one last meaningful… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/iv2ziew6ixzhhtfx/Final_Podcast6yhnh.mp3) ## [Open directory of blogs for agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/O28RyqOiGfxC) _2025-07-22 · **Sponsored**_ Submit URLs or OPML; receive feed pages with summaries, plus JSON/OPML/plain text ## [Zach Mercurio: Creating a Mattering Movement](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/zach-m/) _2025-05-28 · Growing with Purpose_ On this episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast, host Paul Spiegelman speaks with Zach Mercurio, a researcher, author, and leadership development facilitator specializing in purposeful leadership, mattering, meaningful work, and positive organizational psychology. His latest book, The Power of Mattering , is available now. Zach is an expert in the importance and implementation of mattering in… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/eeivu5xvgpkwaymf/105_-_Zach_Mbdcf4.mp3) ## [Greg Toback: Bringing Smiles to the Healthcare Industry](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/dr-gregory-a-tobac/) _2025-04-06 · Growing with Purpose_ On this episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast, host Paul Spiegelman speaks with Greg Toback, Founder and CEO of Resolute Dental Partners . As a periodontist and member of the healthcare community, Greg has seen various areas of the industry become consolidated over the years. In 2018, he decided to do his part in keeping practices doctor-owned. When two fellow dentists in his community felt… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/avx5gjmf2p7d782e/104_-_Dr_Gregory_ATobac9ak4j.mp3) ## [Hamsa Yaqo: Resourceful, reflective, and ready for new adventures](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/hamsa-yaqo/) _2025-03-04 · Growing with Purpose_ On this very special episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast, I sit down with Hamsa Yaqo, formerly the Executive Director of the Small Giants Community, and now a board member. Hamsa is also the Co-Founder of Kintsugi Village , a non-profit hub in Detroit that will provide a childhood education center, artist incubator, culinary kitchen, and more to the local community. Many of you likely know… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/uy3vgivrpg7agn3n/103_-_Hamsa_Yaqo7fxz0.mp3) ## [Kevin Schnieders: Living the Servant Leader Life](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/kevin-s/) _2025-02-04 · Growing with Purpose_ On this episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast, host Paul Spiegelman speaks with Kevin Schnieders, Chief Servant Leader and CEO at Educational Data Systems, Inc. (EDSI). From sports broadcaster to English teacher to owner of the family business, Kevin has tried on several seemingly different careers, but he’s always had a throughline: a passion for connecting with people. When he stumbled… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/x2x5y76td54rz9xw/102_-_Kevin_S_-_1_22_25_1125_AM66qy4.mp3) ## [Amy Courter: Flying High and Staying Grounded](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/amy-courter/) _2025-01-07 · Growing with Purpose_ On this episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast, host Paul Spiegelman sits down with Amy Courter , the Principle of Azimuth Centers of Excellence and a Certified EOS Implementer. Amy grew up outside of Flint, MI with humble beginnings and parents who lived out their heart-first, community values. 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Due to childhood autoimmune issues, he couldn’t participate in a lot of physical activities, and instead turned to reading – mostly… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/hkav9r2qjkk2szwz/100_-_Kyle_Davidbc5q9.mp3) ## [Bill Roark: ESOPs and Integrity](http://podcast.paulspiegelman.com/e/bill-roark/) _2024-11-05 · Growing with Purpose_ On this episode of the Growing with Purpose podcast, host Paul Spiegelman sits down with Bill Roark, co-founder of Torch Technologies, Inc. , as well as the founder of Starfish Holdings, Inc. and Freedom Real Estate & Capital, LLC. He is also the author of Built with Purpose . Bill grew up in the mountains of Southeastern Kentucky, in a small community where people looked out for one another. 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