Business Partnerships

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2286 - Unleash Your Entrepreneurial Spirit by Breaking Free from Limitations with KDCC International's Kara Duffy

Josh Elledge

Published on: 13/10/2025

In this episode, host Josh Elledge interviews Kara Duffy, CEO of KDCC International, who helps entrepreneurs realign their businesses with their passions for greater fulfillment and success. Kara shares how creativity, simplicity, and authenticity drive both her coaching philosophy and her own entrepreneurial journey. She and Josh discuss focusing on your strengths, building genuine connections, and using purpose-driven strategies to create a business that truly lights you up.

Business Growth & ScalingEntrepreneurship & StartupsMarketing & BrandingBusiness Partnerships

2283 - How One Veteran Overcame Self-Doubt to Achieve Business Success with Gary MacDermid

Josh Elledge

Published on: 10/10/2025

In this episode, Josh Elledge interviews Navy veteran and entrepreneur Gary MacDermid, who shares his journey from military service to acquiring and growing financial services businesses. Gary explains the advantages of business acquisition, creative financing strategies, and how veterans can leverage their skills in civilian life. He also introduces his book, *Set Your Own Goals or Someone Else Will*, offering guidance for veterans, CEOs, and founders to overcome limiting beliefs and take control of their futures.

Business Growth & ScalingEntrepreneurship & StartupsBusiness Partnerships

2266 - Discover How to Leverage Speaking Opportunities for Business Growth and Impact with Speakers Gigs' Dannella Burnett

Josh Elledge

Published on: 08/09/2025

In this episode, Josh Elledge talks with Dannella Burnett, founder of Speakers Need to Speak and Encore Elite Events, about her journey from culinary arts and event planning to helping experts secure speaking opportunities. She explains the challenges speakers face, how her company uses AI to match clients with curated gigs, and the evolving landscape of paid and free engagements. Dannella also highlights the power of leveraging the stage for business growth and offers personalized guidance to advance listeners’ speaking careers.

Business PartnershipsPublic Speaking

2258 - Transforming Local Government Challenges into Opportunities with Silsby Strategic Advisors' Shane Silsby

Josh Elledge

Published on: 20/08/2025

In this episode of *The Thoughtful Entrepreneur*, Josh Elledge talks with Shane Silsby, CEO and Founder of Silsby Strategic Advisors, about helping local governments and businesses navigate workforce challenges and major disruptions. Shane shares how generational shifts and the pandemic have reshaped public sector leadership, and why long-term relationship-building is key to winning government partnerships. He also discusses his dual role as a fractional executive and strategic advisor, and points listeners to free resources on his website.

Entrepreneurship & StartupsMeaningful Connections & SalesBusiness Partnerships