In Episode 19 of the Business, Brains & BS Podcast, hosts Eric Knam and Greg Sutmiller talk shop with Dani Myers, the CEO and Lead Strategist of Myers Marketing Management.

Dani pulls back the curtain on what it’s actually like to run an agency while staying true to your roots as a "girl from Ohio" who did everything in the "wrong" order. From selling cars and time-shares to managing a full-service marketing team in Tulsa, Dani explains why the most important thing you can give your employees isn't a bonus—it's permission.

About the Guest: Dani Myers is a marketing veteran who built her agency from the ground up. Her firm specializes in full-service strategy for leaders who want to make a real impact in their communities.

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Are you stuck in the "do the work, get paid once" cycle? It’s time to master Leverage—the ultimate business hack for doing the work once and getting paid forever.

In this episode of Business Brains & BS, Eric and Greg break down the "Divide to Multiply" strategy that allowed Greg to grow his therapy practice from a solo operation to a thriving team of 17. Learn how to stop doing "employee work" and start doing "owner work" by focusing on the four pillars of leverage: People, Systems, Marketing, and Money.

Stop working harder and start working smarter. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a freelancer, or a small business owner, these strategies will help you regain your time and increase your freedom.

In this episode of the Business Brains & BS Podcast, we sit down with Erin Renfrow, the founder of EKA/Renfrow Construction. Erin didn't start with a fancy office or a corporate manual—he started by selling roofs as a 1099 contractor. Today, he manages a multi-faceted construction firm, but the journey from "guy with a truck" to "CEO with a copy machine" was anything but smooth.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The "70% Rule": Why entrepreneurs love starting things but hate finishing them—and how to hire people to bridge the gap.
• Managing "Free-Range" Employees: How to track production and location without feeling like "Big Brother" is always watching.
• Family vs. Business: The honest struggle of being a boss to your wife, son, and best friends.
• The "Wonderful, Sad Day": Why getting a real office and a copy machine felt like the end of an era—and the beginning of a real legacy.
• Abdication vs. Delegation: A hard lesson on why handing off a task isn't the same as making sure it gets done right.

Stop treating your software like a traditional business. In Episode 16 of BB&BS, we break down the fundamental shift you need to make to succeed in the SaaS world. Are you trying to apply "old school" business logic to a digital product?

It might be the very thing holding you back. This week, we dive into the core differences between a standard business model and a Software as a Service (SaaS) model.

We discuss why scalability in software requires a completely different mindset than scaling a service-based or physical product business. Whether you're an aspiring founder or a seasoned entrepreneur, understanding these nuances is the difference between a product that stalls and one that scales.

Being a business owner can be a lonely journey, but it doesn’t have to be. In Episode 15 of the Business, Brains & BS Podcast, Greg and Eric dive deep into the essential role that support systems play in professional and personal success.

From late-night kitchen table strategy sessions with a spouse to the "Golden Age" of digital mentorship, we explore how to find the right people to help you navigate the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. We discuss the Stages of Change model, how to identify "Corner Coaching," and why vulnerability is actually your greatest strength when building a business.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to utilize your spouse and family as a foundational support system.
• The difference between healthy mentorship and "negative" corporate circles.
• How to vet a mentor based on track record, care, and truth-telling.
• The 5 Stages of Change: How to transition from denial to sustainable action.

Whether you are a veteran entrepreneur or just starting your first side hustle, this episode will help you audit your inner circle and find the accountability you need to reach the next level.

Subscribe for more insights on business strategy, mental health for founders, and real talk on what it takes to succeed.

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In this episode of the Business Brains & BS Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Witten, founder of Family Tree Roofing, to discuss his journey from pitching in college to building a powerhouse roofing company in Tulsa.

Brandon shares his unique "boots on the ground" perspective on what it takes to survive and thrive in the trades. We dive deep into:

• The Transition to Ownership: Moving from a top-tier national company to starting a family-run business.
• The Power of Service: Why Brandon prioritizes "band-aid" repairs to build long-term trust with homeowners.
• Navigating Insurance Claims: The truth about denied claims and why being a "Certified Shingle Repairability Assessor" changes the game for clients.
• Team Retention: Why the installation crew is the heartbeat of the company and how to treat them so they never want to leave.

Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur in the construction industry or a homeowner looking to understand the roofing process, Brandon’s candid advice on margins, people-first business, and perseverance is a must-watch.

How do you transition from being a high-level CFO in the private sector to leading a state agency with 600 employees?

In this episode of Business, Brains & BS, we sit down with Doug Linehan, the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Tax Commission. Doug shares his incredible journey from international accounting and Fortune 500 finance roles in Omaha to a "retirement" that was cut short by a call to serve his home state.

Doug breaks down the fundamental differences between managing (focusing on widgets) and leading (focusing on people). We dive deep into his mission to turn a "sleepy" state agency into a high-performance team by prioritizing radical transparency, pushing decision-making power down to every level, and firing the "technical geniuses" who are workplace "jackasses."

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The essential leadership shift from "individual contributor" to "people motivator."
• Why Doug chooses "humanity" and "decency" over "fear and intimidation."
• How to build a culture where employees feel safe to make decisions.
• The "Price of Admission": Why technical skill is the bare minimum, but soft skills are the key to success.

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In this episode of the Business Brains & BS Podcast, hosts Eric and Greg (founder of Evolution Mental Health Services) dive deep into the mechanics of setting and achieving goals. Whether you are a solo entrepreneur or managing a growing team, understanding the difference between "Will Power" and "Want Power" is the key to sustainable success.

We discuss the SMART goal framework, the importance of accountability, and why taking imperfect action is often better than waiting for the perfect plan. Plus, Greg shares his journey of scaling his practice from 1 to 17 therapists and how his vision for the future has evolved.

Timestamps

• 0:00 – Introduction: Kicking off the New Year.
• 0:45 – Greg’s Story: Scaling from 1 to 17 therapists.
• 2:30 – The Mountain Analogy: Visualizing the top vs. the clouds.
• 4:30 – The Evolution of Goals: Why the journey matters more than the destination.
• 6:15 – Eric’s Corporate Background: The danger of stopping goal setting.
• 8:10 – Mental Health & Physical Health: Lifting the "mental weight".
• 10:15 – Who do you need to become to reach your goal?.
• 11:45 – Affirmations and the Reticular Activating System.
• 12:40 – SMART Goals: Breaking down the framework.
• 14:20 – The "Cheetos on a Treadmill" Analogy: Focus on what you WANT.
• 15:45 – Will Power vs. Want Power: Internal vs. External motivation.
• 17:30 – Staying out of prison: A lesson on sustainable motivation.
• 19:10 – How to Achieve: Clarity and the Warren Buffett 25/5 Rule.
• 21:00 – The Power of Accountability: Sharing your goals publicly.
• 22:15 – Embracing Imperfect Action.
• 24:00 – Final Recap & Wrap-up.