Episodes

Building a successful business takes more than hard work; it takes the right systems, mentors, leadership, and a mission bigger than yourself. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Digna Deleon-Morris, Co-Founder of Nationwide Financial Firm, who shares her journey from arriving in the United States at 17 and earning $5.25 an hour to leading one of the fastest-growing Hispanic financial firms in the country. A Forbes-featured entrepreneur whose agents have produced more than $...

An accident can disrupt far more than a vehicle, and the decisions made in the first days can shape medical care, financial recovery, and a family’s future. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Brent Couture, an attorney at Couture Law P.A., who explains why listening is central to effective representation, the mistakes people make when managing a claim on their own, and the questions attorneys must ask to assess liability, causation, and damages. Brent also discusses why und...

The right executive hire can accelerate everything, while the wrong one can cost a company far more than a bad résumé suggests. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews David Ulrich, Founder and Principal at David Ulrich Associates, who shares how business owners can distinguish polished candidates from leaders truly equipped to perform, why entrepreneurial capacity matters, and where companies often go wrong when hiring senior executives. He also explains the evolving role of Li...

After an accident, the first call from an insurance adjuster may seem helpful, but it can shape the outcome of a claim before an injured person understands their options. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Kevin Kaufman, Founding Partner and Attorney at Kaufman & McPherson Personal Injury Lawyers, who discusses how his transition from corporate law to a client-centered personal injury practice shaped his approach to advocacy, communication, and client reassurance. Kevin als...

Your packaging may be costing you sales, attention, and margin before a customer even tries your product. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Jason Wong, Founder and CEO of Paking Duck, who discusses his transition from selling products to manufacturing custom packaging for consumer brands. He explains how factory-direct production, e-commerce experience, and attention to design details can help brands improve packaging quality while reducing costs. Jason also shares how pac...

What if a single real estate deal could generate upfront cash, monthly income, and long-term wealth without relying on traditional bank financing? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Chris Prefontaine, Chairman and Founder of Smart Real Estate Coach®, who shares how he rebuilt after the 2008 real estate crash and developed a creative-financing approach to investing. He explains his Three Paydays system, designed to generate upfront income, monthly cash flow, and long-term we...

Most companies are not failing at marketing because they chose the wrong platform; they are failing because the strategy, message, and target audience are misaligned. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Sheila Kloefkorn, CEO & President of KEO Marketing Inc., who shares how B2B companies can move beyond scattered marketing and build strategies that connect with the right audience, answer real buyer questions, and support long-term growth. She also discusses the impact of AI ...

What if successful trading is less about staring at screens all day and more about building a proven plan that gives you the freedom to walk away? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Troy Noonan, The Backpack Trader, who shares how an early British pound trade helped launch his lifelong connection between trading and freedom and shaped his philosophy of trading with structure, discipline, controlled risk, and a lifestyle-first mindset. He also explains why traders need more ...

What if the real reason your business cannot scale is not your people, your market, or your effort, but that everything still depends on you? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Hector Alvarado, Co-Founder of Optimize Business Systems, who explains how small and mid-sized businesses can reduce founder bottlenecks by building stronger systems, clarifying roles, improving leadership, and ensuring consistent execution. He also explains why business owners must shift from day-to...

What happens when a simple idea to connect with other moms becomes a national brand, secures major retail partnerships, and launches a new mission to help women entrepreneurs grow smarter? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Lindsay Pinchuk, Founder and CEO of Lindsay Pinchuk Marketing + Consulting. She shares how she turned a $500 investment into a seven-figure brand, partnered with major companies such as Target, Nordstrom, Huggies, and Unilever, and ultimately navigated t...

What happens when boxing, engineering, and connected fitness collide to create a smarter way to train at home? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Khalil Zahar, CEO and Co-Founder of FightCamp, who shares the journey from prototyping for elite athletes to creating a scalable home fitness solution, the challenges of pivoting and right-sizing during growth, and the balance between accessibility and authentic boxing training. He also discusses the future of connected fitness, h...

Most high earners follow the traditional path, but true financial freedom comes from earning, saving, and strategically leveraging money. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Ryan D. Lee, Founder of Wealth Outside Wall Street, who shares his journey from a six-figure corporate career to building a system for financial freedom. He also explains the three engines of wealth: earning, protecting, and generating passive income. He discusses the difference between investing and spe...

Most adults operate in survival mode far too often, limiting critical thinking, empathy, and leadership effectiveness. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Dr. Eugene K. Choi, Founder & CEO of Destiny Hacks, who explains how fight, flight, and freeze responses hijack the nervous system and impede decision-making, resilience, and executive presence. He also shares practical tools for emotional regulation, accessing higher-level brain functions, and creating more effective, emp...

A business can be profitable and still leave its owner exhausted, trapped, and wondering why success feels so heavy. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Andy Clark, the Creator of The Whole PIE System™, who explains how small-business owners can build profitable, impactful, and enjoyable companies without getting stuck in constant reaction mode. He also shares how owners can shift from operator to true owner by clarifying priorities, strengthening accountability, improving f...

As software becomes more deeply embedded in everyday life, poor quality is no longer just an inconvenience. It can become a serious business risk. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Adam Sandman, Founder and CEO of Inflectra Corporation, who explains how Inflectra began by solving the problem of manual, spreadsheet-based software testing and has since evolved alongside cloud, mobile, and AI-driven technologies. He also discusses the rising stakes of software quality, the im...

Scaling is not just about selling more. It is about knowing when the business is truly ready to grow. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Mark Roberge, Co-Founder & Managing Director at Stage 2 Capital, who shares lessons from helping HubSpot scale from its earliest days to IPO, including why founders often mistake early sales traction for true readiness to scale. He also discusses the role of product value, go-to-market strategy, venture capital, AI, fast-follower opportuni...

Most business owners do not lose control all at once. They lose it slowly, one missed number, one poor structure, and one reactive tax decision at a time. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Peter Holtz, President of Peter Holtz CPA, who explains why traditional once-a-year accounting often leaves owners overpaying taxes, missing deductions, and making last-minute decisions that undermine long-term growth. He also explains how proactive planning, accurate books, smart busine...

What if the reason your marketing isn’t working has nothing to do with your ads? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Shamir Duverseau, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Smart Panda Labs, who explains why the post-click experience is the most overlooked yet critical part of the marketing funnel, especially for high-consideration purchases. He shares how aligning teams, applying behavioral psychology, and improving digital experiences after the click can dramatically increas...

What if one piece of content could open doors to opportunities you never imagined? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Shiloh Rodriguez, a Music Composer, Producer, & Songwriter, who shares how he strategically uses Instagram to reach decision-makers, build relationships, and create opportunities without relying heavily on paid ads. He explains how consistency, targeting specific individuals, and delivering value upfront have helped him turn creative content into real-world ...

What if the platform you think is too expensive is actually your most profitable channel? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Anthony Blatner, Managing Director at Speedwork Social, who explains how LinkedIn advertising has evolved and why it often delivers higher-quality leads despite higher upfront costs. He shares new strategies, including thought-leader ads, improved attribution tracking, and ways B2B marketers can use LinkedIn to drive demand and scale their pipelines m...

What if the financial advice you’ve been following is holding you back? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Garrett Gunderson, Wealth Liberation Expert and Best-Selling Author, who challenges traditional financial advice and explains why entrepreneurs need a fundamentally different approach to money, investing, and growth. He shares how mindset, cash flow strategy, and investing in yourself can create sustainable wealth and true financial independence. Key Takeaways: → Scar...