The Kronos Group Podcast

Most entrepreneurs talk about scaling business. Very few talk about surviving 61 hospital visits, losing 100+ pounds, and rebuilding their body from scratch. In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie breaks down: His hypertrophic cardiomyopathy diagnosis 61 hospital visits since 2017 Losing over 100 pounds on a strict carnivore protocol Dropping from 19 medications to 2 Building a lifestyle of discipline Why health is upstream of business, family, and leadership And why government inefficiency destroys growth This isn't motivation. This is lived experience. This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Have an idea for a podcast, but don't know where or how to even start one? PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to start your podcasting journey today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup If you're an entrepreneur, founder, or someone wanting to make a change in their life and network, join us inside The Kronos Group community: https://www.skool.com/the-kronos-group/about Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

Eric Hinman joins Jerry Brazie to discuss endurance sports, building wellness brands, and why progression matters more than outcome. From being a 5x Ironman athlete to launching Founders Only Club, Eric shares how intentional living, structure, and brand equity create long-term success. This is a masterclass on intentional living, focus, and building sticky businesses that last. This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Have an idea for a podcast but don't know where or how to even start one? PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to start your podcasting journey today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup If you're a founder who's tired of building alone, join us inside The Kronos Group community: https://www.skool.com/the-kronos-group/about Connect with Eric Hinman Website: https://www.erichinman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erichinman Founders Only Club: https://foundersonlyclub.com/ Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In Episode #301 of The Kronos Group Podcast Live, Jerry Brazie, Matt Floyd, and Steve Floyd sit down with Bart Merrell for a raw conversation about leadership pressure, decision-making under stress, and the real value of peer advisory groups. This isn't theory. It's operators talking through real-world challenges. In this episode, we cover: How founders handle high-stakes decisions Why isolation kills growth The difference between networking and true peer accountability What makes a founder group actually valuable Lessons learned from years of operator experience If you're navigating growth, leadership pressure, or major business decisions, this conversation will resonate. This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Have an idea for a podcast but don't know where or how to even start one? PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to start your podcasting journey today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie sits down with serial entrepreneur R. Scott Edwards, founder of Laughs Unlimited and operator of multiple comedy clubs, restaurants, travel agencies, and even a tourist submarine. This is a raw conversation about entrepreneurship beyond hype — what it really takes to build businesses without capital, survive bankruptcy, lead teams, and make decisions under founder pressure. Scott shares how he: Started his first construction company at 17 Opened a comedy club with no restaurant experience Built and sold multiple ventures Navigated business failure and personal sacrifice Learned leadership through real operator experience They discuss: Why peer advisory groups and surrounding yourself with smarter people matter The difference between employees and founders Decision-making under uncertainty Risk tolerance and resilience Balancing business ambition with family life This episode is for business owners, founders, operators, and anyone navigating the weight of responsibility that comes with leadership. Entrepreneurship isn't about Lamborghinis or four-hour workweeks. It's about work ethic, sacrifice, failure, and getting back up. Guest: R. Scott Edwards StandUpComedyYourHostAndMC.com This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Have an idea for a podcast but don't know where or how to even start one? PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to start your podcasting journey today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is designed for business owners who understand that growth is more effective when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie, Matt Floyd, and Steve Floyd break down what happens when individuals, companies, and institutions lose touch with reality—and why echo chambers are one of the fastest ways to fail. Using real-world examples from media, business, sports culture, health, and leadership, the conversation cuts through comfort narratives and exposes the hidden cost of avoiding accountability. From the decline of legacy institutions to the personal consequences of ignoring health, discipline, and opposing viewpoints, this episode is about one thing: adapt or fall behind. Whether you're a business owner, professional, parent, athlete, or someone trying to build a better life, this conversation challenges how you think, who you listen to, and the rooms you choose to sit in. This is not theory. It's pattern recognition—from people who've lived it. If you want one platform to find businesses or individuals to be a guest on your podcast or you want to be a guest on another podcast, then PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to sign up today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

Betrayal isn't just emotional pain — it's a different kind of trauma that impacts leadership, decision-making, health, trust, and business performance. In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, host Jerry Brazie sits down with Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute, two-time international bestselling author, and leading researcher on post-betrayal syndrome. Dr. Debi shares groundbreaking research showing how unhealed betrayal silently sabotages entrepreneurs and executives, often disguising itself as burnout, overworking, anxiety, micromanagement, health issues, and stalled growth. In this conversation, we cover: Why betrayal is not the same as other trauma The 5 stages of betrayal recovery and where most people get stuck How unhealed betrayal impacts business performance, trust, and leadership Why time and traditional therapy often don't heal betrayal The connection between trauma, health, weight, stress, and execution How leaders move from survival mode to clarity, strength, and grounded authority If you're a business owner, executive, or entrepreneur operating under pressure — this episode will challenge how you think about stress, discipline, health, and leadership. Guest: Dr. Debi Silber Website: https://thepbtinstitute.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/debisilber If you want one platform to find businesses or individuals to be a guest on your podcast or you want to be a guest on another podcast, then PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to sign up today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

Entrepreneurship isn't viral — it's disciplined. In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie, Matt Floyd, and Steve Floyd break down why building a real business is far more like sports than social media. Championships aren't won on highlight plays. They're won in practice, repetition, and fundamentals. This conversation connects lessons from sports, leadership, and life to entrepreneurship — and why consistency, execution, and discipline matter more than motivation or visibility. In this episode, we cover: Why business is a long season, not a highlight reel How discipline beats motivation every time What sports teach us about leadership and pressure Why fundamentals matter more in tough markets The danger of chasing attention instead of execution How real entrepreneurs stay focused long-term This episode is for business owners who are building something real — even when it feels slow, quiet, or unrecognized. If you want one platform to find businesses or individuals to be a guest on your podcast or you want to be a guest on another podcast, then PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to sign up today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

I've watched a lot of platforms come and go. What hasn't changed is this: business still moves through relationships. In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, I sat down with Daniel Alfon, one of the earliest LinkedIn users, to talk about why most entrepreneurs are frustrated with LinkedIn — and why it's usually not the platform's fault. Daniel's been on LinkedIn since the early 2000s. He's made the mistakes, chased the metrics, tried the automation — and figured out what actually works for business owners. Here's the short version: LinkedIn isn't social media. It's the world's largest business network. In this conversation, we break down: Why networking beats posting every time The difference between most connected and best connected Why vanity metrics don't translate to revenue How referrals really happen on LinkedIn Why peer groups outperform ads and automation If you're running a business between $1M–$25M in revenue, this episode will change how you think about LinkedIn — and relationships in general. If you want one platform to find businesses or individuals to be a guest on your podcast or you want to be a guest on another podcast, then PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to sign up today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie is joined by Matt Floyd and Steve Floyd for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, economic pressure, culture shifts, and what business owners are actually dealing with in 2026. From global events like Davos and government spending, to the real impact of debt, inflation, and avoided conversations, this episode breaks down how external pressure exposes internal leadership gaps — especially for entrepreneurs running businesses between $1M–$25M in annual revenue. This isn't political commentary for clicks. It's an operator-level discussion about responsibility, decision-making, and the cost of inaction. In this episode, we cover: Why rising debt and inflation amplify leadership mistakes How avoided conversations quietly turn into six-figure problems What global economic shifts signal for small and mid-sized businesses The pressure business owners carry that no one talks about Why peer advisory groups matter more in uncertain markets Leadership, accountability, and the human cost of ownership If you're a business owner feeling squeezed from every direction, this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar. If you want one platform to find businesses or individuals to be a guest on your podcast or you want to be a guest on another podcast, then PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to sign up today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

Many founders build profitable companies — and still feel trapped. In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie talks with George Rivera about the hidden cost of success, why owner-dependent businesses burn people out, and how founders can reclaim time without slowing growth. George shares his personal journey from building a $20M+ business that consumed his life to creating systems that allowed him to step back, double revenue, and be present with his family. This conversation is essential listening for business owners between $1M–$25M in revenue who want to scale sustainably. Learn more about George Rivera and his work here: https://buybacktimeformula.com Connect with George on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-rivera-53b3296/ If you want one platform to find businesses or individuals to be a guest on your podcast or you want to be a guest on another podcast, then PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to sign up today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

What happens when rising credit card rates collide with avoided leadership decisions? In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie, Matt Floyd, and Steve Floyd break down a reality many business owners are feeling right now — tighter cash flow, higher interest costs, and more pressure to make decisions that have been delayed too long. This isn't a conversation about politics or predictions. It's about how financial pressure exposes leadership gaps. Jerry shares a real example of how avoiding one hard conversation ended up costing $125,000, and why rising credit card interest rates only amplify the cost of indecision for businesses operating between $1M–$25M in annual revenue. In this episode, we cover: If you're a business owner using credit cards as working capital, managing debt, or feeling margin pressure — this episode will hit close to home. If you want one platform to find businesses or individuals to be a guest on your podcast, or you want to be a guest on another podcast, then PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to sign up today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, host Jerry Brazie sits down with world-class speaker, author, and communication expert Danny Brassell to break down what actually makes communication convert — in business, leadership, and life. Danny has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide, written 20+ books, and coached entrepreneurs, executives, and organizations on how to turn ideas into action through clear, compelling storytelling. This conversation goes far beyond public speaking. It's about: • Why clarity beats charisma • How leaders lose trust without realizing it • The difference between applause and real results • Why most entrepreneurs struggle to explain what they do • How peer advisory groups accelerate better decision-making • The hidden cost of trying to do everything alone If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or executive doing $1M–$25M in annual revenue, this episode will challenge how you think about communication, leadership, and growth. Free Storytelling Blueprint from Danny Brassell: https://wellcraftedstoryworkshop.com/blueprint If you're a business owner doing $1M–$25M in annual revenue and want monthly access to real operators working through real scenarios — not generic advice — learn more about joining a Kronos Group Peer Advisory Cohort: https://www.thekronosgroup.co/apply If you want one platform to find businesses or individuals to be a guest on your podcast or you want to be a guest on another podcast, then PodMatch is your one-stop shop. Use our affiliate link here to sign up today - https://www.joinpodmatch.com/thekronosgroup This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. This show is built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of the Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie, Matt Floyd, Steve Floyd, and special guest Jacob Floyd - rip apart the social‑media fantasy of "easy entrepreneurship" and show what it actually looks like to build something real. From committing to 365 podcasts and over 1,000 pieces of content this year to dissecting a $1M laundromat + real estate deal, they walk through the grind, the risk, and the no‑excuse mindset required to win.​ What you'll hear in this conversation: The truth behind "easy entrepreneurship" and why social media sells you a fantasy about money, freedom, and work.​ The 365‑podcast and 1,000‑piece content commitment for 2026: what that workload really looks like for Jerry and Matt day‑to‑day.​ A real $1M laundromat + real estate opportunity: how to think about equipment age, maintenance, upgrades, cash flow, and seller motivation.​ Why Jerry focuses more on what takes his money than what makes his money when evaluating deals and opportunities.​ How buying the building under your business can become a long‑term "wealth hack" through appreciation, rents, and tax advantages.​ Why "I can do it better than my boss" is a dangerous way to start a business and a classic Monday‑morning‑quarterback trap.​ The hidden cost of comfort: how staying in a "good" job or environment for five years can quietly stall your growth and ambition.​ Filtering terrible podcast guests and why boring, low‑energy conversations are a massive drag on any brand or show.​ Why most stage "experts" are uninspiring at best and how real operators (not course sellers) communicate value, clarity, and urgency.​ The operator mindset on work, sacrifice, and accountability: no guarantees even when you do everything "right," but guaranteed nothing if you don't execute.​ Risk vs reward in content and business: why "just hit record" is fine for beginners but nowhere near enough if you want serious results.​ How your circle (beer buddies vs killers) either anchors you in place or forces you to level up as an entrepreneur.​ If you're stuck in a comfortable job, debating your first acquisition (like a laundromat, car wash, or vending route), or tired of being told to "just hit record," this conversation will either wake you up or prove you're not cut out for this game. For founders doing $1–25M who want that unfiltered operator room Jerry describes, check out The Kronos Group and stop trying to figure this out alone. This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. Built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, host Jerry Brazie sits down with serial entrepreneur and investor Jordan Solender to talk about founder extraction, breaking bottlenecks, and building the systems that let a business scale beyond the founder.​ Check out Jordan's business here: https://www.jordansolender.com/ Jordan has built and exited multiple companies—including an eight‑figure exit in 2023—and now focuses on helping founder‑led businesses move from "everything runs through me" to true ownership.​ What you'll learn in this episode: Why entrepreneurs are natural problem solvers—and how that strength turns into a bottleneck as the business grows.​ The difference between working in vs on the business (beyond the social media clichés).​ How to document, teach, and delegate so you can stop doing low‑impact tasks like living in your inbox.​ "Hire slow, fire fast" and why hiring without systems just multiplies chaos.​ A practical definition of founder freedom and the "disappearing test" for your business.​ How to balance ambition, risk, and family—without pretending that success requires choosing one over the other.​ This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thekronosgroup New episodes weekly. Built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

What does it actually take to build a real business? In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie and Matt Floyd have a raw, unscripted conversation about what most entrepreneurs never hear — the real work, pressure, accountability, and sacrifice required to build and scale a company. This episode breaks down: This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie New episodes weekly. Built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

Most creative businesses struggle to grow past the founder. In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie talks with Alisa Sparks, founder of Linden Creek, about how she turned a creative service into a scalable, multi-location business. Alisa didn't start with a master plan. She started with a problem — and built systems to solve it. From staging luxury homes to franchising across the country, this conversation highlights what business owners between $1M–$25M in revenue need to hear: Creativity doesn't scale — systems do Inventory and cash flow determine freedom Franchising is a shortcut when done correctly Peer advisory groups accelerate better decisions Leadership means hiring people better than you This episode is a reminder that successful businesses aren't built on hustle alone — they're built on frameworks that work even when the founder steps back. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie New episodes weekly. Built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie sits down with Dennis "DM" Meador, founder of the Legal Podcast Network, for one of the most honest and perspective-shifting conversations we've had on the show. This isn't a surface-level business discussion. It's a deep dive into how lived experience, hardship, and perspective shape better leaders — and why peer advisory groups play such a critical role in entrepreneurial growth. Dennis shares his story of growing up in unstable environments, learning survival skills early in life, and how those experiences translated into leadership, empathy, and the ability to build and scale companies across industries and countries. Jerry reflects on his own background and explains why joining a peer-to-peer advisory group in his early 30s fundamentally changed the trajectory of his businesses and life. Topics covered include: Why many entrepreneurs feel like outsiders How hardship builds perspective and leadership resilience The difference between advice and experience Why peer advisory boards accelerate growth and decision-making How founders get stuck when they try to do everything alone The loss of elder wisdom in modern business culture Why perspective is a competitive advantage Authority built through lived experience — not theory How peer groups reduce costly mistakes for business owners This episode also explores how digital platforms, podcasts, and modern media can restore authority to experienced operators — and why entrepreneurs must learn to listen beyond their own generation. This conversation is for: Business owners and founders Entrepreneurs navigating leadership and isolation Operators considering peer advisory boards Leaders who value experience over hype Anyone building a business for the long term If you've ever felt like you didn't quite fit in — in business or life — this episode explains why that might be your edge. This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie New episodes weekly. Built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie sits down with Borja Cuan, co-founder of 415 Digital and a veteran of the digital advertising world since 1998, for a grounded conversation on leadership, performance marketing, and what it actually takes to scale a business. Borja breaks down what performance marketing really means — and why so many small and mid-sized business owners have lost trust in digital marketing after being burned by empty promises, vague metrics, and agencies that don't understand their business. This episode covers: What performance marketing actually is (and what it's not) How founders should evaluate digital marketing partners Why guarantees and "easy leads" are red flags The importance of clear metrics like CAC and return on ad spend Why giving free value builds real trust in sales relationships The leadership shift required to scale beyond founder-dependence Why delegation is necessary — even when others won't do it your way Employee retention, post-COVID work culture, and in-office vs remote work How leadership, focus, and communication determine long-term success Jerry and Borja also explore deeper themes around work ethic, upbringing, perspective, and gratitude — and how those traits shape better leaders and more durable businesses over time. This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie New episodes weekly. Built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Matt Floyd and Steve Floyd recap their experience attending the Small Business Expo in Dallas — and unpack the real lessons that come from showing up before everything is figured out. This conversation isn't about tactics or trends. It's about what entrepreneurship actually feels like when you're in it: long drives, imperfect preparation, real conversations, and learning in real time. They also share firsthand observations from dozens of conversations with business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs — highlighting how many people crave community, perspective, and honest feedback but try to build alone. This episode is for: Small business owners and operators First-time founders and entrepreneurs Anyone sitting on an idea but waiting for "the right time" Business owners looking for clarity, accountability, and perspective If you've ever felt like you're carrying the weight of your business by yourself, this conversation explains why you don't have to. This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie on socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie New episodes weekly. Built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone.

Join Jerry Brazie and Curtis Sprouse on The Kronos Group Podcast as they explore the intersection of science, business, and leadership. From 40 years in healthcare to founding the Institute for Biomedical Entrepreneurship, Curtis shares how to overcome mindset barriers, commercialise innovations, and build teams that thrive. Curtis Sprouse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curtissprouse/ Whether you're navigating business scenarios solo or in a peer group of 10, this episode is packed with actionable insights on life, business, tech, and more. This episode is part of The Kronos Group Podcast, where experienced operators and founders share real-world lessons on building, scaling, and protecting their businesses. Learn more about The Kronos Group and our peer advisory community: https://thekronosgroup.org Connect with Jerry Brazie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie X (Twitter): https://x.com/thekronosgroup Substack: https://substack.com/@jerrybrazie New episodes weekly. Built for business owners who know growth is better when you're not doing it alone. Don't miss it—subscribe and connect with like-minded owners!