Inside BS Show with The Godfather and Nicki G.
Would you like to work with better clients, make more money, and build a business that gives you true freedom? Have you struggled with the loneliness that comes with working long hours and solving the dozens of complex problems you face as an entrepreneur? Do you ever feel like the most valuable business secrets are shared behind closed doors—where only insiders have access? Welcome to The Inside BS Show—your daily invitation to step behind the velvet rope and into the room where real business leaders talk strategy, success, and scale. These are your people. They've been where you are, and they've gone where you want to go. But most importantly, they feel your pain and can help it go away. If you're an entrepreneur, CEO of a private company, or leader of a professional firm, this show is your secret weapon. Each day, we break down the business growth strategies that insiders use to win—revenue generation, building influence, succession planning, hiring top talent, navigating legal minefields, and crafting an exit strategy that maximizes value. But this isn’t just a podcast—it’s a community. We don’t just talk at you; we bring you into the conversation. Your hosts, attorney/entrepreneur Nicola Gelormino (Nicki G) and author/consultant Dave Lorenzo (The Godfather of Growth), give you an exclusive front-row seat to the insights, strategies, and behind-the-scenes conversations that drive business success. A new episode drops daily at 6 AM—because insiders start their day ahead of the game. Want to connect with Nicola, Dave, or our team? Call us at (305) 692-5531. What are you waiting for? Join us ON THE INSIDE.
Episodes
On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo, the Godfather of Growth and co-founder of Exit Success Lab, explains why leverage is the key to scaling your business. If you want to transform your company into an investment that produces predictable revenue, profit, and long-term value, you’ll want to hear this.
Key Topics Discussed
- Why hitting $1 million in annual revenue is a critical milestone for growth.
- The ...
What happens if your business suffers a data breach? The fallout can be devastating—lawsuits, financial loss, reputational damage, and loss of trust. On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo and Nicola “Nicki G” Gelormino speak with Cathy Miron, CEO of eSilo, also known as “CyberCathy,” about how businesses can protect their most valuable asset—data.
Cathy shares her journey from corporate leadership at GE to acq...
Most entrepreneurs make negotiation harder than it needs to be. In this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo, the Godfather of Growth, and his co-host Nicki G. strip away the fluff and deliver a no-nonsense negotiation framework you can use in any situation, from buying a car to closing a major business deal.
What You’ll Discover Today:
- How to uncover what the other side really wants before you even sit down
- Wh...
What’s the easiest way to grow your business? Work with clients who already know, like, and trust you. In this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo (The Godfather of Growth) and Nicki G reveal the practical steps you can take to turn one-time engagements into long-term client relationships.
What You’ll Discover Today:
- Why asking early (and often) is the simplest way to secure repeat business.
- How to identify hi...
What You’ll Discover Today
- A simple way to open any business conversation using common ground.
- How to prep fast when you have zero research time.
- The “wingman” move that gets decision-makers to lean in.
- How to get event organizers to make warm introductions for you.
- The right way to approach a speaker so they remember you.
Key Topics Discussed
Lead with commonality
- Do your homework. Pick one real point you share.
- Use i...
Hiring the wrong lawyer in a business dispute can cost you time, money, and leverage. In this episode, Dave Lorenzo and top litigator Nicki G (Nicola Gelormino) break down the five essential questions every business owner must ask before retaining legal counsel.
Key Topics Discussed
- Experience Matters – Why you must confirm that your lawyer has handled similar cases, not just “law in general.”
- Litigator vs. Transactional ...
Some clients aren’t worth keeping. In this episode, Dave Lorenzo (The Godfather of Growth) and Nicki G Gelormino break down the three red-flag situations where firing a client isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity.
What You’ll Discover Today:
- Not Following Your Advice
- Why clients who ignore or second-guess your guidance undermine results.
- Real-world examples of advice being challenged by unqualified outsiders.
- How ...
Traveling for business doesn’t have to be exhausting or inefficient. In this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo and Nikki G share proven tips that will make your business trips smoother, more productive, and even enjoyable.
Key Topics Discussed
- Airline Club Memberships: Why they’re worth it and how they save you time and frustration.
- Packing Like a Pro: The essential items that every frequent traveler should carr...
What You’ll Discover Today
• What a smartphone zombie is and why it kills relationships
• Simple rules for dinners, meetings, and events that make you magnetic
• How to reset client expectations without losing control of your time
• A no-excuses framework for being fully present and winning more referrals
Key Topics Discussed
• Presence beats notifications. Why attention is the real status signal in...
On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo and Nicola “Nikki G” Gelormino share practical strategies entrepreneurs can use to get more done without burning out. Productivity isn’t about cramming more into your day—it’s about making smart choices that reduce friction and increase focus.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Make Mundane Tasks Friction-Free
- Simplify repetitive activities like travel prep and daily routines...
On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo and Nicki G reveal their top four secrets to self-motivation. These aren’t fluffy affirmations, they’re practical, battle-tested strategies that push entrepreneurs through rejection, exhaustion, and the grind.
Key Topics Discussed
- Do What Others Won’t
Dave explains how working harder – and earlier – than everyone else creates an edge. Motivation comes from doing...
A founder with two adult children faces the classic question: pass the company to the next generation or sell and distribute the proceeds. Dave and Harry unpack how to evaluate successors, build a real leadership bench, separate roles from rights, and design governance that protects both relationships and enterprise value.
What You’ll Discover Today
- A simple framework to decide between succession and sale without torchi...
On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo explores what it really means to make a life-changing decision. While most of us think of big moments like marriage, buying a home, or selling a business as turning points, Dave shares how small, seemingly insignificant choices can alter the entire course of your life.
Drawing on personal stories, like accidentally turning into a Marriott parking lot instead of Hilton,...
On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo sits down with South Florida estate planning attorney and law firm owner Leslie Marenco. Leslie brings a decade of experience helping families and business owners protect what they’ve built while preparing for the future.
You’ll discover:
- Why estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy. Leslie explains the foundational documents every family needs to avoid government int...
“Predictability equals more value when you go to sell your business.”
What You’ll Discover Today
- The three types of contracts that increase business value
- How contracts create predictability that buyers pay a premium for
- Practical ways to strengthen client, supplier, and employee agreements
Key Topics Discussed
- Client Contracts
- Long-term agreements (3–5 years) provide stable, predictable revenue.
- Exclusive contrac...
What You’ll Discover Today
In this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo and Nicola “Nikki G” Gelormino break down the difference between real business consultants and fake gurus. If you’ve ever wondered how to separate true expertise from flashy marketing, this conversation will give you the clarity you need.
Key Topics Discussed
- Why fake gurus lead with Lamborghinis, jets, and flash instead of results
- How emot...
“Follow-up is where all the money is after networking.” – Dave Lorenzo
What You’ll Discover Today
On this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo and Nicola “Nikki G” Gelormino share five proven strategies for building authentic, long-lasting relationships through networking—without coming across as pushy or transactional.
Key Topics Discussed
- Deliver Value First
- Open relationships by helping others ...
If your business depends entirely on you, it’s not really a business you can sell. In this episode of the Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo explains why key person risk destroys value and what you can do to eliminate it.
Key Topics Discussed:
- The Problem of Key Person Dependence
Why businesses that revolve around the owner are unsellable, and how this traps owners in a job instead of creating real wealth. - Step 1: Build...
Most business owners sell themselves short when it comes time to exit. They settle for a financial buyer who only cares about return on investment, and they miss out on the real money—strategic buyers willing to pay a premium. In this episode of The Inside BS Show, Dave Lorenzo pulls back the curtain on how to position your business so competitors, suppliers, and even customers line up to fight for the chance to acquire yo...
Want to know the single number that determines how much your business is worth? It’s EBITDA—earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Buyers care about this number because it shows the true earning power of your business. In this episode, Dave Lorenzo breaks down three practical ways you can increase your EBITDA and, in turn, the value of your business.
What You’ll Discover Today:
- Why running p...
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