The Refinery Podcast

The Refinery Podcast

The Refinery Podcast is for you if you believe in your entrepreneurial dream and you want great content that is relevant to your journey and will advance the way that you think. Are you ready to host a podcast? We'll help you get it right from the start. https://www.leadersfuel.com/my-podcast

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March 4, 2025 69 mins

In this compelling episode of The Refinery Podcast, host Rick Burris welcomes back Laurel Johnson, a master negotiator and sales expert with over 40 years of experience in sales, negotiation, and business brokerage. Laurel, often called the “deal whisperer”, has spent nearly two decades training negotiators worldwide, helping individuals and businesses navigate high-stakes deals with confidence and strategy.

Join us as we explore:

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In this powerful episode of The Refinery Podcast, Rick Burris sits down with internationally recognized hypnotist, speaker, and author Scott Schmaren to discuss the transformative power of the mind. Scott shares his deeply personal journey from struggling with obesity and self-doubt to becoming a leading expert in hypnosis and human p...

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 We sit down with Diane Burton, a dedicated Women’s Coach and motivational speaker. Diane shares her inspiring journey from being bullied as a child due to her weight to becoming an empowering coach who has helped countless women embrace their wholeness in Christ.

Diane, a TEDx speaker and author of The Master’s Masterpiece, provides insights into her 54-year weight-release journey, overcoming toxic thoughts, and building a fulfill...

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Welcome Naomi and Rami Bareket, Master NLP Trainers, entrepreneurs, and authors of the Meta Thinking Persuasion book series. Originally from Israel, Naomi and Rami share their journey from running a successful eight-figure business to dedicating their lives to helping entrepreneurs and leaders unlock their full potential through Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).

With over 30 years of entrepreneurship experience and a deep underst...

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In this compelling episode of The Refinery Podcast, Ricky and Gracie Boyter take us on a journey through their extraordinary lives, weaving together stories of resilience, faith, and love. From their unique role as great-grandparents raising their great-grandchildren to their battles with serious health challenges, Ricky and Gracie offer a heartfelt testament to the power of hope and perseverance.

Ricky shares vivid recollections o...

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In this episode, The Refinery Podcast welcomes Matt Green, founder of Ledger Medial Accounting, to discuss his unique path from aspiring musician to successful entrepreneur in the accounting world. Matt shares stories of his early passion for music, his time in Nashville honing his craft, and the pivotal moments that led him to a career in accounting.


Matt reveals how his creative background influenced his approach to building a c...

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In this powerful episode of The Refinery Podcast, Lizette Cloete, an innovative dementia care expert and founder of Think Different Dementia, shares her journey from occupational therapy to becoming a leading voice in Christian dementia caregiving.

Drawing from over 30 years of experience, Lizette discusses:
✅ How her faith uniquely informs her approach to dementia care.
✅ The difference between being forgetful and early dementia war...

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In this heartfelt episode of The Refinery Podcast, Seth and Jacob Buckley, the inspiring father-son duo behind Fire Pit Ranch, share their mission to transform young lives and strengthen communities through mentorship, faith, and outdoor experiences.

🔥 What you'll discover:

  • The powerful story of how Fire Pit Ranch was born.
  • Why fatherhood and positive male role models are vital for today’s youth.
  • How fireside conversations...
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This episode of The Refinery Podcast features guest Thomas Bookhammer, founder of Leaders Factor, Inc., and co-creator of the Grow Karma platform. The episode delves into Thomas's journey as a serial entrepreneur and executive coach, tracing his evolution from building and selling businesses to his current focus on fostering environments of growth and belonging.


Key highlights include:


Entrepreneurial Origins: Thomas shares his e...

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This episode of The Refinery Podcast features guest Lance Cummins, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Nectafy, a content marketing agency. The conversation provides a candid exploration of Lance’s entrepreneurial journey, from his early ventures in website design to his leadership at Nectafy, where he has focused on high-quality, human-written content.

Key Highlights:

Entrepreneurial Roots: Lance shares his background, starting...

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🌍✨ In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Rick Cross, founder of Acorn Global Advance, who shares his journey of transforming business for a greater purpose. If you’ve ever wondered how your work can have a deeper impact, this conversation is for you! Rick opens up about his mission to empower entrepreneurs to advance the gospel worldwide, his passion for corporate prayer, and amazing “boat stories” 🚤 where he’s witnessed Go...

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In this episode of the Refinery Podcast, 🎙️ Rick interviews Andy Sharp – a nutritionist, fitness expert, and advocate for gut health 🌱💪. Andy shares his journey from being the smallest kid in school, struggling with bullying, to discovering strength training and eventually finding his passion in helping others improve their health. He talks about his wife’s severe health challenges, which standard medical treatments couldn’t sol...

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In this episode of The Refinery Podcast, 🎙️ host Rick sits down with the founders of MJ Senior Living, Jason Lang and Mary Lynn Bolden, to dive into their journey of building a compassionate and thriving senior living community 🏠💖. They talk about MJ Senior Living’s origins from a single facility to a network of nine 🌱➡️9️⃣, their “people-first” philosophy, and a leadership approach that prioritizes connection, purpose, and res...

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July 18, 2024 59 mins

In this episode of The Refinery Podcast, we are honored to welcome Lonnetta Albright, an Executive Director of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team. Certified to facilitate, speak, train, and coach individuals and groups, Lonnetta brings extensive experience in leadership development, professional skills, and personal growth. Trained by John Maxwell and his world-class faculty, she offers exclusive content and tools to boost your ...

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July 16, 2024 44 mins

Join host Rick Burris on The Refinery Podcast as he welcomes Jan Dégallier, a corporate finance and accounting expert with over 30 years of strategic experience. As a certified public accountant with a passion for adding value and inspiring growth, Jan has a proven track record of driving transformative growth in businesses.

Discover the results a business can achieve with an advisor who combines deep financial expertise with a com...

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July 16, 2024 45 mins

In this episode of The Refinery Podcast, we sit down with Philip Haywood, the legendary head football coach at Belfry High School in the small town of Belfry, Kentucky. Coach Haywood holds the title of the all-time winningest high school coach in Kentucky, boasting 472 career victories and eight state championships over an impressive 48 seasons, 39 of which have been at Belfry.

Coach Haywood's remarkable career has earned him n...

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April 24, 2024 37 mins

This episode of The Refinery Podcast features a conversation with Sensei Joe Beckham, an eighth-degree black belt and the founder of Beckham Martial Arts and Fitness and Beckham Hoshiki Aikido.

Join me as we discuss Sensei Beckham's journey in martial arts and gain insights from a respected instructor and friend.

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April 17, 2024 58 mins

In this episode of The Refinery Podcast, I interview Justin Adams, the owner of Adams and Co Roofing. We delve into how Justin's strong integrity influences his business decisions and shapes his approach to customer service. You'll gain valuable insights into how ethical practices can lead to success in the business world.


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April 10, 2024 68 mins

This episode features two inspiring guests!

First, we chat with Sean Tario, owner of mark37.com. Sean brings his experience in big tech to the table, offering valuable insights you won't want to miss.

Next, we connect with Jimmy Sorrells, founder of Liberty Networking. Jimmy shares the motivations behind creating this unique network for entrepreneurs who value liberty and integrity.


https://www.libertynetworking.org/

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April 3, 2024 70 mins

Join us for our exciting premiere episode!

I'm thrilled to be talking with the one and only, Paul Martinelli. A powerhouse in the coaching world, Paul has trained more coaches than anyone else. He's the founder of the John Maxwell Team and Empowered Living, and I've had the incredible honor of being his writing partner and calling him a friend and mentor.

https://paulmartinelli.net/

https://yourempoweredlife.com/

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