CEO Podcasts: CEO Chat Podcast + I AM CEO Podcast Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co
CEO Podcasts consists of CEO Chat (CC), I AM CEO (IAM) & CBNation.TV (TV) podcast episodes. Value-packed episode including interviews & resources for CEOs, entrepreneurs, startups founders & business owners. The CEO Chat episodes are our long-form episodes w/ interviews and digital marketing resources. The I AM CEO episodes are laser focused (about 16 min.) w/ interviews & a discussion about what it means to be a CEO. Powered by Blue16 Media & CBNation.co. Hosted by Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Episodes
Chris Seveney, a real estate veteran with 25+ years of experience and the founder of 7e Investments.
Chris shares his journey from a high-level corporate career to building a thriving investment firm specializing in mortgage note investing.
He discusses the inevitable ups and downs of entrepreneurship. There will be tough times, and you'll face challenges, but what matters is getting back up after each setback.
He emphasizes...
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Ladana Drigo is the founder of My Fairy GodParents, a nonprofit based in the D.C. metro area that supports underserved youth and kids with incarcerated parents.
Her experiences with homelessness, single motherhood, and community support inspired her to create a charitable organization that connects resources to those in need.
Ladana discusses the power of giving, how being authentic opens doors, and why it’s essential to build...
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April 29, 2025 • 16 mins
Chermika Farkwar, the founder of Soka Tribe, discusses her entrepreneurial journey and how she built her brand.
Her business, Soka Tribe, now offers a variety of services, including fitness classes, performances, and products that connect people to Caribbean culture, especially Carnival.
Chermika highlights the importance of storytelling in connecting with consumers, noting that her narrative resonates with her audience.
Che...
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April 28, 2025 • 7 mins
Gresham Harkless shares a lesson learned from his trainer about silent objections, which are when potential customers or clients stop responding or disappear without saying why.
Gresham explains that sales aren't just about selling a product or service. Everyone is involved in sales in some form—whether it's convincing a client to buy, persuading a team member to join, or even getting your kids to go to bed.
He discusses the B...
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April 27, 2025 • 7 mins
Gresham Harkless discusses his journey and mindset around lead generation as a broker, emphasizing the importance of warm and cold markets.
He shares his evolving approach—initially avoiding leveraging close personal connections in favor of proving himself in a cold market, but now recognizing the value in his existing network.
Gresham explains the importance of experimentation in the early stages of a brokerage, the power of...
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April 26, 2025 • 7 mins
Gresham Harkless discusses his progress approximately 45 days into his journey post-training and reflects on one of the biggest ongoing challenges: generating quality leads.
Gresham explains that while his initial package included a set number of leads, he has likely exhausted them and now faces a key decision—whether to continue buying leads from the same source despite their limited success.
He notes the psychological boost o...
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April 25, 2025 • 16 mins
Matt Hall is a Business Development Representative at Pivotal Advisors, where he assists business owners and sales leaders in identifying growth opportunities and enhancing sales effectiveness.
Matt’s approach is centered on systems, structure, and consistent processes—combined with a passion for coaching and meeting clients where they are.
His career began in sales out of necessity after college, taking the only job offer avai...
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April 24, 2025 • 16 mins
Natasha Cornstein was the president and CEO of Blushington from January 2015 to January 2024, overseeing the national expansion and digital transformation of the beauty service and retail business.
Outside of Blushington, Natasha co-founded the Courts of Dreams Foundation, which restores outdoor basketball courts in underserved areas of New York City. She also mentors women of color in the beauty industry.
Natasha emphasizes th...
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April 23, 2025 • 14 mins
Quanna is an artist and founder of CareFree Black Girl (CFBG), a powerful platform and community centered around celebrating Black women through art, empowerment, and real-life experiences.
Quanna shares her journey from indie rapper to CEO, building something much bigger than a brand — a cultural movement.
She emphasizes the importance of authentic community engagement, hosting events in underrepresented areas.
Quanna highli...
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Jim Haudan is the CEO and co-founder of Root, an organization dedicated to helping leaders engage and motivate their teams.
He is the author of The Art of Engagement, a best-selling book that focuses on bridging the gap between people and possibilities, and What Are Your Blind Spots?, which he co-authored with Root President Rich Behrens.
Jim started his business with a belief in helping leaders see what he saw—especially in t...
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April 21, 2025 • 6 mins
In this special episode, Gresham Harkless is wrapping up the last week of a 12-week period, transitioning into a rest week (week 13). While he anticipates the next phase to be busy, he plans to take things slowly and not rush.
His main focus is staying intentional with his actions and prioritizing what’s most important as he moves forward.
This year has been challenging for Gresham, notably with personal losses, including the ...
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April 20, 2025 • 6 mins
Gresham Harkless discusses his current journey toward franchise brokering, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and rest in professional and personal life.
He frames his current day as a "rest day" after running six miles the previous day, recognizing the value of listening to your body and adjusting plans when needed.
Gresham discusses planning for the future—both for his marketing business and his franchise brokerage—and...
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April 19, 2025 • 7 mins
Gresham Harkless begins by referencing Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, which speaks about different seasons in life—times of joy, struggle, growth, and loss.
He highlights the challenge of accepting that not every moment is about success or reaping rewards; sometimes, life requires patience and perseverance through tough times.
Gresham recognizes that it can feel like something is wrong when facing difficulties, but it’s often just part of...
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April 18, 2025 • 16 mins
Amrit Dhaliwal is an innovative entrepreneur leading Walfinch, a premium home care franchise in the UK.
Amrit's entrepreneurial spirit began at a young age, when he was 8, and he started trading Ryan Giggs posters in the playground. After university, he worked in various businesses, including cafes and delis, winning business awards by his early twenties.
Walfinch now has a turnover of £18 million, with 36 locations and 32 fran...
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April 17, 2025 • 17 mins
Susan Levin is an expert consultant with over 25 years of experience working with thousands of employees across 40 countries.
Susan specializes in helping organizations recognize employee strengths, improve productivity, enhance teamwork, and provide strategic solutions.
She also teaches at Columbia University and is passionate about unleashing the authenticity of her clients to help them achieve their goals.
Susan explains...
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Vikram Rajan is a co-founder of PhoneBlogger.net and VideoSocials.net—two marketing services tailored for attorneys, accountants, and consultants.
Vikram has been featured in Forbes and other major publications, and he shares his journey from working with his father, a management consultant, to launching his businesses focused on word-of-mouth referral marketing.
Vikram explains how he initially helped attorneys and accountants...
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Michael Blank is a successful entrepreneur, investor, and author specializing in apartment investing. He is the CEO of Nighthawk Equity, author of Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing, and host of the Apartment Building Investing podcast.
He shares how his journey began in software development, leading to a lucrative IPO, only to realize that true wealth comes from passive income.
After reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, Michae...
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April 14, 2025 • 6 mins
Gresham Harkless is conducting a brand presentation for a candidate but isn’t certain they will move forward. He views this as part of his learning process, gaining valuable experience through repeated practice.
Gresham recognizes that some candidates may seem like a perfect fit but don’t work out, while others may unexpectedly succeed.
He underscores the importance of customized presentations tailored to territories, business ...
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April 13, 2025 • 6 mins
In this special episode, Gresham Harkless is nearing day 40 of his journey and considers himself "ready" to start after completing training. He has an upcoming presentation and is preparing a deck for it.
Gresham acknowledges the challenge of juggling multiple responsibilities, citing the quote, "He or she who chases two rabbits catches none."
He intends to refine his focus through a "detox" process—eliminating unnecessary dist...
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April 12, 2025 • 6 mins
Gresham Harkless shares his experience with Google Ads, noting that while he has heard mixed reviews, he sees some leads.
He emphasizes the importance of exploring multiple lead generation avenues rather than relying on just one method.
Gresham highlights that in the early stages of a business, testing and iterating are crucial for finding the best strategy.
Gresham acknowledges that marketing for niche audiences (like aspiri...
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