๐๏ธThe Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast
15-minute power convos with the sharpest minds in business ๐ผ๐ก
This show is built for founders, executives, and operators who care deeply about their craft and want ideas they can actually use.
Every episode is a focused, thoughtful conversation with experienced leaders who are actively in the trenches.
No fluff. No theory for theoryโs sake.
Just real insights from people doing the work.
Many listeners discover this show while researching a problem theyโre trying to solve or a leader theyโre considering learning from.
My role is simple: make the introduction meaningful, human, and worth your time.
Josh Elledge
Host of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur. Veteran journalist with 3,000+ media appearances, founder of UpMyInfluence and PodVerified, and builder of multiple 7-figure businesses powered by podcasting and media.
๐ 2,300+ episodes featuring 6โ8 figure leaders
๐ 100k+ global audience across platforms
โ What youโll get:
๐ The strategies theyโre using to scale, lead, and dominate in their niche
๐ A masterclass-level summary of their domain expertise
โ Zero โbroโ energy. Just clear, high-trust insight for seasoned professionals
๐ฑ Real operators. Real frameworks. Real takeaways you can use immediately
๐ฅ Our audience?
Thoughtful professionals: Founders, executives, and experienced operators who want smart takes from people whoโve actually done the work.
๐ If thatโs you, welcome to our global community of thoughtful listeners. If youโve got insights worth sharing, weโd love to have you as a guest.
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2441 - Building Human-Centered Companies Through the Power of Presence with Guild Collective's Justin Ricklefs
Josh Elledge interviews Justin Ricklefs on human-first branding, leadership, and meaningful connection. Justin shares how a silent retreat reshaped his priorities and why clarity, culture, and authent... ...more
Business Growth & Scaling ,Entrepreneurship & Startups Networking & Relationship Building &Meaningful Connections & Sales
June 08, 2026โข5 min read
2440 - Transforming Workforce Performance by Hiring for Innate Talent with The Talent Genius' John Pyke
Josh Elledge interviews John Pyke on hiring, talent assessment, and sales performance. John explains why most business problems stem from poor hiring and how identifying innate talents can dramaticall... ...more
Business Growth & Scaling ,Entrepreneurship & Startups Networking & Relationship Building &Meaningful Connections & Sales
June 06, 2026โข5 min read
2439 - Why Internal Leadership Failures Are the Real Cause of Business Collapse with Mandelberg Consulting's Lawrence Mandelberg
Josh Elledge interviews Lawrence Mandelberg on leadership, business success, and organizational growth. Lawrence shares why companies fail from internal issues, explores his maturity framework, and of... ...more
Business Growth & Scaling ,Entrepreneurship & Startups Networking & Relationship Building Marketing & Branding &Meaningful Connections & Sales
June 05, 2026โข5 min read
2438 - When Rerouting a Cruise Ship Becomes a Lesson in Leadership and Accountability with Anthony Reeves
Josh Elledge interviews Anthony Reeves on leadership, accountability, and embracing discomfort. Anthony shares lessons from endurance sports and Amazon, explaining how discomfort, transparency and hig... ...more
Business Growth & Scaling ,Entrepreneurship & Startups Networking & Relationship Building Marketing & Branding &Meaningful Connections & Sales
June 04, 2026โข5 min read
2437 - The Growing Importance of Fractional Chief Communications Officers for Businesses with Beltway Media's with Joshua Altman
Josh Elledge interviews Joshua Altman on brand messaging, communication strategy, and podcast marketing. Joshua shares frameworks for building trust, aligning business communication, and the long-term... ...more
Business Growth & Scaling ,Entrepreneurship & Startups Networking & Relationship Building Marketing & Branding Meaningful Connections & Sales &AI and Technology
May 25, 2026โข5 min read
2436 - Winning in Online Advertising Through AI and Authenticity with Digital Goliath's Jeremy Yang
Josh Elledge interviews Jeremy Yang on digital ads, AI disruption, and authentic marketing. Jeremy shares insights on Google and Meta advertising, why human content still wins, and practical strategie... ...more
Business Growth & Scaling ,Entrepreneurship & Startups Networking & Relationship Building Marketing & Branding &Meaningful Connections & Sales
May 24, 2026โข5 min read
2435 - Farming Your Business for Freedom and Profit with Tap The Potential's Dr. Sabrina Starling
Josh Elledge interviews Dr. Sabrina Starling on burnout recovery, delegation, and business systems. Sabrina shares strategies for focusing on high-value work, unplugging daily, and building a business... ...more
Business Growth & Scaling ,Entrepreneurship & Startups Networking & Relationship Building Marketing & Branding &Meaningful Connections & Sales
May 22, 2026โข5 min read
2434 - A Voice Actorโs Take on AI and the Future of Voice Work with Aaron Ryan
Josh Elledge interviews Aaron Ryan on voice acting, writing, AI, and creativity. Aaron shares his sci-fi success, voiceover career, and why human emotion and nuance remain essential despite AI advance... ...more
Business Growth & Scaling ,Entrepreneurship & Startups Networking & Relationship Building &Meaningful Connections & Sales
May 21, 2026โข5 min read
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