//podcastplus.net/feed/influencing-entrepreneurs~2a64bbb4 Whether it was starting his own companies, or teaching entrepreneurship to his students, Cassmer found the one resource that provided the most value and insight; other entrepreneurs.Influencing Entrepreneurs is a place for the would-be business owner, the corporate executive, and the aspiring “Steve Jobs” to hear the stories and lessons from entrepreneurs of varying success. Listen along as they share their journey. Wed, 13 May 2026 00:17:36 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2159724927-cassmer-ward-ie-dialing-in-sabir-semerkant-growth-by-sabir.mp3 IE Dialing In - Sabir Semerkant [Growth by Sabir] by Nexagy Education Tue, 02 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2159724927-cassmer-ward-ie-dialing-in-sabir-semerkant-growth-by-sabir.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2140978818-cassmer-ward-ie-dialing-in-nate-edgerly.mp3 Nate Edgerly thought music would be his career. It wasn’t.What followed was a complete pivot. From punk rock shows to a master’s in accounting. From chasing gigs to managing a beverage company, losing millions.In this episode, Nate shares what those chapters taught him about running a business, leading people, and why most of us get customer feedback and planning completely backward.It’s honest, it’s relatable, and it might make you rethink how you lead.Learn more about Blystone and Donaldson: https://www.blystoneanddonaldson.com/Like this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Interested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2140978818-cassmer-ward-ie-dialing-in-nate-edgerly.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2140976535-cassmer-ward-ie-dialing-in-damion-lupo.mp3 Damion Lupo has started 80 businesses, lost millions, and rebuilt his empire, more than once.From reselling video games at age 11 to getting kicked out of college for outcompeting the campus bookstore, his entrepreneurial story is packed with wild turns, brutal lessons, and honest insight into what it really takes to scale.Learn more about Damion Lupo: https://damionlupo.com/ Like this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Interested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2140976535-cassmer-ward-ie-dialing-in-damion-lupo.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2129428338-cassmer-ward-ie-dialing-in-whitney-bonds.mp3 From side hustle research to $300K per year on YouTube, Whitney Bonds built her business without shortcuts. Just strategy, persistence, and intention.In this episode, we unpack the real path behind “making money from home,” how she leveraged blogging and SEO to escape the 9-to-5, and why platform pivots like Pinterest to YouTube aren’t luck. They’re decisions.Whether you're building from scratch, tired of passive income hype, or just want to know what actually works, this conversation is your playbook.Learn more about Whitney Bonds at: https://www.youtube.com/@WhitneyBondsLike this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Interested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2129428338-cassmer-ward-ie-dialing-in-whitney-bonds.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2075833896-cassmer-ward-influencing-entrepreneurs-episode-510-josh-tarbutton-bravo-team.mp3 Josh Tarbutton, a finance professional turned founder proves that emotional intelligence belongs at the center of business strategy.Josh shares his journey from corporate burnout to building a firm that blends EQ with smart financial planning. You'll hear how he redefined leadership, scaled with heart, and built a culture that values people just as much as profits.Learn more about Josh Tarbutton at: https://www.bravoteam.tech/about-us/Like this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Listen to this interview at: https://youtu.be/Qm8mL2kzFjQInterested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2075833896-cassmer-ward-influencing-entrepreneurs-episode-510-josh-tarbutton-bravo-team.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2075813444-cassmer-ward-episode-509-carson-mataxis-locomotion-media-group-llc.mp3 Brand strategist, Carson Mataxis unpacks why most small business brands are too clever for their own good. He talks about messaging that actually drives sales, how to design for decisions (not just aesthetics), and the real ROI of simplifying your brand strategy.Learn more about Carson Mataxis at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mataxis/Like this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Listen to this interview at: https://youtu.be/s6dUyTYEp9EInterested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Wed, 30 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2075813444-cassmer-ward-episode-509-carson-mataxis-locomotion-media-group-llc.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2044332432-cassmer-ward-episode-508-chris-davis-buff-beauty-academy.mp3 Chris Davis of Buff Beauty Academy saw a gap in the beauty industry and turned it into an opportunity. Growing up in the salon world, she recognized that new professionals needed better training—and she built a business to provide it. Chris shares her journey from self-taught nail tech to educator, business owner, and mentor. Learn how she navigated industry challenges, leveraged social media for growth, and built a school that's shaping the future of beauty professionals.Learn more about Chris Davis at: https://www.buffbeautyacademy.com/Like this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Interested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2044332432-cassmer-ward-episode-508-chris-davis-buff-beauty-academy.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2044304512-cassmer-ward-episode-507-kevin-gatlin-playtime-edventures-llc.mp3 Great businesses start with a problem worth solving. In this episode of Influencing Entrepreneurs, Kevin Gatlin, founder of Playtime Adventures, explains how a hospital visit led to an innovative solution for pediatric care. From navigating manufacturing challenges to scaling through strategic partnerships, Kevin’s story is a testament to creativity, persistence, and smart business strategy. Learn more about Kevin Gatlin at: https://www.playtimeedventures.com/pages/about-usLike this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Interested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2044304512-cassmer-ward-episode-507-kevin-gatlin-playtime-edventures-llc.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2033855676-cassmer-ward-episode-506-steven-defalco-art-commerce-food-group.mp3 Steven De Falco shares how he built a thriving restaurant business, the lessons learned from generations of entrepreneurship, and how he turned a passion for food into a strategic business move.Learn more about Steven DeFalco at www.acfoodgroup.comLike this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Watch this interview at: https://youtu.be/SJJu_SQa3GMInterested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2033855676-cassmer-ward-episode-506-steven-defalco-art-commerce-food-group.mp3 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2033651040-cassmer-ward-episode-505-taylor-hayden-blackstone-shooting-sports.mp3 Taylor Hayden shares how he built a brand that not only sells but creates real connections. Entrepreneurs looking to scale know that customer loyalty isn’t just about great products—it’s about trust, engagement, and delivering real value.Learn more about Taylor Hayden at https://www.blackstoneshooting.com/Like this video? Subscribe Now to Influencing Entrepreneurs: @nexagyeducation Interested in learning about Cassmer Ward? Visit: www.nexagy.com Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2033651040-cassmer-ward-episode-505-taylor-hayden-blackstone-shooting-sports.mp3