John Sheridan is the Principal of Sheridan Business Enterprises, where he works with business owners to systemize and grow their companies. He is also the Co-founder of MSP Growth Solutions, which prepares managed service providers (MSPs) for exit or long-term value creation. With more than 35 years of leadership, operational, and investment experience across startups and established firms, John began his career in real estate development and construction management before shifting into strategic advisory roles.

Many entrepreneurs chase growth but struggle to understand what drives profit and sustainable success. They get caught up in sales and new initiatives, often without clear visibility into their numbers, team performance, or systems. How can business owners build stronger, more disciplined companies that thrive through challenges and change?

Seasoned business coach and advisor John Sheridan says it starts with mastering the fundamentals, including knowing your gross margins and leading with clarity and accountability. John emphasizes building habits for forecasting, budgeting, and reverse-engineering goals rather than reacting emotionally to problems. He also highlights the importance of psychological awareness in pricing, communication, and team management, noting that consistent feedback and milestone tracking turn chaos into control.

In this episode of FuDog.TV, Mike Agugliaro talks with John Sheridan, Principal of Sheridan Business Enterprises and Co-founder of MSP Growth Solutions, about how to create structure and discipline in business. John discusses understanding profit drivers, using the GWC (get it, want it, capacity to do it) framework to evaluate teams, and tracking milestones weekly to ensure consistent execution.

Michael Agugliaro II is the Head Coach at FuDog Group, which provides personal growth coaching to executives and business owners. With a background in martial arts, he is the author of The Relentless Leadership Playbook, which offers strategies for business owners to amplify focus and inspire their teams. Michael was also named the Best Business Coach and Wealth Strategist of 2024.

Meghan Robinson is a Client Concierge at FuDog Group. With over 10 years of experience in marketing, communications, public relations, client success, events, and project management, she has held multiple roles at Acceleration Point, including Client Success and Project Manager. Meghan is also a member of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).

As AI becomes more accessible, many entrepreneurs struggle to balance automation with authenticity and speed with strategy. How can business leaders harness AI without losing the human touch that builds trust and connections?

Business coach Michael Agugliaro II and client experience specialist Meghan Robinson recommend combining human intelligence with AI to amplify performance rather than replace it. Michael urges leaders to use AI to amplify existing strengths and to set clear boundaries for how their teams use it. Meghan emphasizes crafting detailed prompts, checking tone and clarity, and using AI for organization and brainstorming. They maintain that meaningful results happen when AI enhances human insight instead of trying to replace it.

In this episode of FuDog.TV, Aaron Hoos hosts Michael Agugliaro II and Meghan Robinson of FuDog Group to discuss how entrepreneurs can use AI effectively. They talk about balancing AI with human intuition, designing prompts that reflect your brand’s voice, and using custom GPTs and tools to boost productivity and creativity.

Cathy Helin is the Founder of Bearcat Coaching, where she empowers athletes, teams, parents, and organizations to reach their full potential through mindset, grit, and heart. A former Division II basketball player at the University of Minnesota, Crookston, Cathy has worked with elite teams including the Gophers, Lynx, and Vikings. She has held roles, including Assistant Athletic Director, corporate leader, basketball coach, and is the Co-owner and VP of Northern Services, which is a residential and commercial plumbing, HVAC, and drain cleaning business.

While athletes train their bodies relentlessly to prepare for competition, their biggest opponent is often their mindset. From burnout and pressure to self-doubt and fear, the mental side of sports can make or break a player’s performance on and off the field. How can young athletes and teams build the mental resilience to thrive?

According to former collegiate athlete and seasoned coach Cathy Helin, lasting athletic performance begins with mastering mindset before mechanics. She advises athletes to schedule time for mental training, focusing on skills like focus, gratitude, and self-awareness. For parents, Cathy recommends shifting from pressuring performance to supporting effort and growth. Celebrating small wins, holding space for honest conversations, and modeling balance between ambition and self-care can create confident, resilient competitors.

In this episode of FuDog.TV, Michael Agugliaro II welcomes Cathy Helin, Founder of Bearcat Coaching, to discuss how mindset shapes athletic and personal success. She shares how parents can support their athletes, the power of celebrating small wins, and why accountability is key to long-term growth.