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2372 - Quilting Your Way to Business Success and Stitching Together Joy and Achievement with Everyday Effectiveness' Gwen Bortner

Josh Elledge

Published on: 01/03/2026

In this episode, host Josh Elledge interviews Gwen Bortner, founder of Everyday Effectiveness and host of "The Business You Really Want" podcast. Gwen shares her journey from early programming to professional knitting and business consulting, focusing on helping women entrepreneurs define personal success and build sustainable businesses. She discusses the importance of aligning business goals with individual values, recognizing signs of burnout, and celebrating achievements. Gwen also explains her consulting approach, which centers on strategic guidance, accountability, and asking tough questions to help clients create businesses that truly reflect their aspirations.

Business Growth & ScalingEntrepreneurship & StartupsNetworking & Relationship BuildingMeaningful Connections & SalesWomen Entrepreneur

2371 - Networking Beyond Followers and Creating Value Through Meaningful Relationships with Ultimate Networking's George Dubec

Josh Elledge

Published on: 28/02/2026

In this episode, host Josh Elledge interviews George Dubec, author, entrepreneur, and founder of The Ultimate Networking, about the transformative power of networking in business and life. George shares his journey from athletics to business, now prioritizing family, and reveals practical networking strategies like collecting detailed contacts, consistent follow-up, and connecting people for mutual benefit. He stresses building genuine relationships over amassing followers, and the importance of hands-on training and coaching. George also discusses his book, assessment tools, and offers advice on leveraging networks for both professional and personal success, including finding a life partner.

Business Growth & ScalingEntrepreneurship & StartupsNetworking & Relationship BuildingMarketing & BrandingMeaningful Connections & Sales

2370 - Why Building a Business Is Like Racing and How to Avoid Crashing with Beta Ventures' Ike Eze

Josh Elledge

Published on: 27/02/2026

In this episode, host Josh interviews Ike, managing partner at Beta Ventures and author of "The Founder Fit." Ike shares his passion for Formula One, his journey from engineer and entrepreneur to venture capitalist, and his focus on investing in African startups. The discussion highlights Africa’s rapidly evolving startup ecosystem, the rise of unicorns, and the importance of founder-business alignment. Ike also discusses his book, offering advice to entrepreneurs on finding business ideas that match their skills and interests.

Business Growth & ScalingEntrepreneurship & StartupsNetworking & Relationship BuildingMarketing & BrandingMeaningful Connections & Sales

2369 - Practical Steps for Leaders to Foster Engagement and Connection with HEARTnomics' Hanna Bauer

Josh Elledge

Published on: 26/02/2026

In this episode, Josh Elledge interviews Hanna Bauer, keynote speaker, executive coach, and founder of HEARTnomics. Hanna shares how her passion for dance inspires her leadership philosophy and recounts surviving a terminal heart disease diagnosis, which shaped her commitment to servant leadership. She discusses the current trust crisis in organizations, emphasizing the importance of building trust, psychological safety, and alignment. .

Business Growth & ScalingEntrepreneurship & StartupsNetworking & Relationship BuildingMarketing & BrandingMeaningful Connections & Sales