From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
John Day quit his job and sold everything to launch AV HERO in March 2020. AV HERO is now the largest network of audio visual experts in the United States.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Don’t let fear stop you. Every day you show up, do the scariest thing first. Once you do that, fear will have much less power in your life.
2. Everybody is rethinking their lives, creating issues in the workplace. People realize that their value is more than what they were being compensated for.
3. AV Hero is taking advantage of the freelance gig economy, providing people options around their schedule and compensation. It’s going to be the obvious choice for people who may have issues with audio-visual technology.
Connect with John via email! The first 10 people to send an email will get a complimentary AV Hero visit - Email John
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All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA and SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an experimental AI tool powered by GPT-4. Its output may be inaccurate and is not investment advice. Public makes no guarantees about its accuracy or reliability - verify independently before use. Rate as of 6/24/25. APY is variable and subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Ray Blakney is a serial entrepreneur who has bootstrapped multiple 6 and 7-figure businesses ranging from online language schools and SaaS products to chocolate factories in Asia. All from home in his superman pajamas.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Having your own podcast is a lot of work. it’s not just about getting a good microphone. You have to find great guests, prep for interviews, edit, share on social media, promote to your listeners, etc.
2. Keep it short, but give enough so they want to find out more about you, and give them a way to do so.
3. Podcasts are great for SEO. Most podcasters have websites and show notes. In the show notes, they link back to your website.
The smartest way to get booked on 1000's of podcasts. Visit to download free media kits, email templates, and a fancy spreadsheet with some code on it to help you do things right - Podcast Hawk
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From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Daraine Delevante got into credit repair because he saw that there was a need for consumer education and for consumers to understand the power of credit. Credit has transformed his life; he moved from a 604 credit score to an 805 credit score in 6 months. He understood the power of credit. Since learning credit, he's been able to change many lives, significantly reducing high interest rates through refinancing.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. It’s easy once you have the right information. It’s all about the things you don’t know that you don’t know. When you do know these things you’ll be able to play the game of credit like chess.
2. Mentorship is the shortcut to success.
3. Credit is the most beautiful thing ever created. Whoever came up with the concept was a brilliant person. You don’t have to use your own money for your business. You can fund your entire operation off of credit. No money out of pocket, you just have to fix your credit.
Visit Daraine’s website - Daraine's Website
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Liz Germain, founder of Vidfluence, is one of the world’s top YouTube and online video marketing experts. Liz has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs and influencers grow and monetize their YouTube channels with profitable organic growth strategies that have produced multi-millions in sales online. Her agency, Vidfluence, has generated 850 million plus YouTube views for clients across industries and she's sharing her secrets today.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. YouTube is more monetizable than ever before. Thanks to AI tools and improved analytics, anyone with a message can build passive income from organic video content.
2. Success on YouTube is about audience understanding and data. Knowing who you’re creating for and reading the data correctly makes you unstoppable.
3. Don’t just create, leverage and retarget. Organic growth is top-of-funnel. To drive real revenue, use retargeting and strategic lead generation to convert views into buyers.
Check out Liz’s website to dive deeper in growing your YouTube channel - Channel Amplifier
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies! Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
Public - Build a multi-asset portfolio of stocks, bonds, options, crypto, and more. Go to Public.com/fire to fund your account in five minutes or less.
All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA and SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an experimental AI tool powered by GPT-4. Its output may be inaccurate and is not investment advice. Public makes no guarantees about its accuracy or reliability - verify independently before use. Rate as of 6/24/25. APY is variable and subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply.
Sean Finney is a Navy vet, Naval Academy and UT MBA grad, and former Tesla leader, now building Tano Skincare - a clean brand rooted in science, storytelling, and banana sap.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Expertise is overrated. Not knowing the 'right' way can lead to more innovation and better outcomes.
2. Being an outsider is a superpower, it gives you the freedom to ask “stupid” questions and avoid bias.
3. Authenticity is the new currency. In a polished world, real human connection wins hearts and builds trust.
Check out their website. Restore, Rejuvenate, and Strengthen skin with banana sap - Tano Skincare
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David built four of the fastest growing companies in his industry. His recent venture, Aptive, grew to 500m dollars in just eight years into the third largest residential competitor in America.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. A company’s secret sauce is really the recipe of best practices, key metrics and its people.
2. A great brand is a story that never stops unfolding. Entrepreneurs should continually innovate in order to survive.
3. Innovation just makes work fun. Humans are always happiest when we’re striving after our true potential.
Award-winning pest control. Pest expertise with neighbourly care - Aptive Environmental Expert Pest Control
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Erik Braund is the founder of Katmai and his mission is to make digital connections way, way better than Zoom or Teams. His passions are grunge music and pomeranians.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Spontaneous human connection is missing from today’s video conferencing tools. Katmai solves that with immersive, 3D virtual office spaces.
2. Success doesn’t follow a blueprint. Erik bootstrapped Katmai through grit, creativity, and a willingness to go broke for the problem he believed in solving.
3. Culture, collaboration, and communication thrive in digital workplaces when there’s a real sense of place and not just another meeting link.
Experience the product. Check out Erik’s website and start a free trial - Katmai
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies! Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
Public - Build a multi-asset portfolio of stocks, bonds, options, crypto, and more. Go to Public.com/fire to fund your account in five minutes or less.
All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA and SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an experimental AI tool powered by GPT-4. Its output may be inaccurate and is not investment advice. Public makes no guarantees about its accuracy or reliability - verify independently before use. Rate as of 6/24/25. APY is variable and subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Taijaun Reshard is a 20 year old who helps business owners make 10,000 plus dollars/month in their business by utilizing JUST Instagram Theme Pages - no Facebook or Google ads.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Be comfortable being uncomfortable. Find new and creative ways for people to consume your content.
2. Instagram theme page marketing is so effective because it allows you to reach your target audience in a direct and cheaper way.
3. Constantly test new pages and ads. One ad may do good and another ad may do bad. Even if you have a good ad, don’t be complacent. Continuously test new ads and new pages.
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Franocity - Franocity has helped hundreds of people leave unfulfilling jobs, invest in recession-resilient businesses, and create legacy income for their families through franchising. Get started today by downloading Franocity’s Franchise Funding Guide at Franocity.com.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Hunter Ballew is the founder of Roofing.com and Fueled & Cornerstone Construction (Acq. by SIRC). He is a partner in RepCard. He has multiple 8 Figure companies with acquisitions and has helped thousands through annual conferences and retreats.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. You can have more time at work if you understand your purpose and the people around you know why you are doing that.
2. Surround yourself with mentors who will hold you accountable.
3. If you want to make a huge impact, you have to build a team. To build a solid team, you must have a common mission.
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies! Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
Franocity - Franocity has helped hundreds of people leave unfulfilling jobs, invest in recession-resilient businesses, and create legacy income for their families through franchising. Get started today by downloading Franocity’s Franchise Funding Guide at Franocity.com.
From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2022. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant.
Grant Cardone is the CEO of Cardone Enterprises, Cardone Capital, international speaker, entrepreneur, author of The 10X Rule and creator of 21 best-selling business programs. He owns and operates seven privately held companies and a 2B dollars portfolio of multi-family properties. Named the number 1 marketer to watch by Forbes Magazine, Cardone is also the founder of the The 10X Movement and The 10X Growth Conference, the world’s largest business and entrepreneur conference.
Top 3 Value Bombs
1. Start thinking about how you can get your life 10x better than it is. The more you have, the easier your life is going to get. Bigger is better.
2. You’ll have an audience of people who’ll either love you or hate you. The ones who love you will throw down for you. The ones who hate you for whatever reason will do their best to promote you unknowingly.
3. A great artist can become a great business person, and a great business person will not be great without having really tapped into their artist.
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HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies! Learn more at HighLevelFire.com.
Public - Build a multi-asset portfolio of stocks, bonds, options, crypto, and more. Go to Public.com/fire to fund your account in five minutes or less.
All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA and SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an experimental AI tool powered by GPT-4. Its output may be inaccurate and is not investment advice. Public makes no guarantees about its accuracy or reliability - verify independently before use. Rate as of 6/24/25. APY is variable and subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply.