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2374 - The Canadian Email Marketing Playbook for Compliance and Engagement with Cyberimpact's Geoffrey Blanc

Josh Elledge

Published on: 03/03/2026

In this episode, host Josh Elledge interviews leadership consultant and author Amy Leneker about her upcoming book Cheers to Monday and her journey from workaholic to joy strategist. Amy shares insights from her solo travel experiences and offers practical advice for reducing workplace stress while fostering authentic connection and presence in leadership. She also explores the human and financial costs of stress and provides actionable strategies to help employees, managers, and leaders build healthier, more connected workplace cultures.

Business Growth & ScalingMarketing & BrandingInnovationDigital Age

2335 - Smart Ways to Leverage Technology and Keep Real Connections with Kevin Surace

Josh Elledge

Published on: 01/12/2025

In this episode, Josh Elledge interviews futurist and entrepreneur Kevin Surace, who recalls his childhood fascination with AM radios and the joy of tuning into distant stations before the internet. Kevin then draws parallels between past and present by comparing AI’s evolution to the way Excel transformed math, arguing that today’s AI already exceeds human capability in many domains. He emphasizes the importance of thoughtful prompting, highlights the slow pace of AI adoption in organizations, and encourages listeners to view AI as an empowering tool rather than something to fear.

Business Growth & ScalingNetworking & Relationship BuildingCybersecurity and TechnologyAI and TechnologyInnovation

2311 - Mastering the Art of Logical Business Decisions with Thesis' Young Han

Josh Elledge

Published on: 07/11/2025

In this episode, host Josh Elledge interviews **Young Han**, founder of **Always Han** and a seasoned fractional COO/CFO who helps growing companies scale sustainably. Young shares how he guides founders to make logical, data-driven decisions about growth, risk, and financing while learning to separate emotion from business strategy. He also discusses his philosophy of building “boringly successful” businesses, offers book recommendations, and highlights his coaching community and resources for entrepreneurs seeking clarity and sustainable growth.

Business Growth & ScalingEntrepreneurship & StartupsMeaningful Connections & SalesInnovation

2310 - Reimagining Employee Benefits with Fringe's Jordan Peace

Josh Elledge

Published on: 06/11/2025

In this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge interviews Jordan Peace, CEO and Co-founder of Fringe, about how his platform is redefining employee benefits through personalization and simplicity. Jordan explains how Fringe consolidates rewards, wellness programs, and lifestyle perks into one easy-to-manage system, empowering employers to offer benefits that truly resonate with employees. The discussion explores the link between curated benefits and engagement, Fringe’s scalability for businesses of all sizes, and Jordan’s personal reflections on work, life, and leadership.

Business Growth & ScalingEntrepreneurship & StartupsNetworking & Relationship BuildingMarketing & BrandingInnovation