In this episode of BizBlend, host Sana dives deep with Willy Kuhne, Vendor Operations Lead at Google Ads and founder of nortehaus, a boutique retreat space in Canada. From scaling systems to leading multicultural teams across time zones, Willy unpacks the truth behind sustainable high performance. He shares his framework for consistency rooted in standards, structure, and skill-sharpening—and reveals how growing up in East Germany, living in the Philippines, and becoming a father reshaped his understanding of success. This is not a conversation about hustle culture—it’s about showing up smarter.

About the Guest: Willy Kuhne is a global operations leader at Google Ads, an athlete, and the founder of nortehaus, a retreat space merging intentional design with personal reset. With a background spanning cultures, teams, and industries, Willy brings a structured yet human approach to leadership and performance. His consistency model offers a grounded roadmap for sustainable results.

Key Takeaways:

• Real high performance isn’t hustle—it’s structured consistency.

• Standards, structure, and sharpening skills form the foundation of sustained success.

• Emotional intelligence and community drive fulfillment more than material gains.

• Fatherhood reshaped his priorities and deepened his leadership capacity.

• Building the right systems allows individuals and teams to thrive without burnout.

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On this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with bestselling author and founder David Goldstein to unpack why 91% of businesses fail—and what the successful 9% do differently. David shares tactical, no-fluff strategies from his book The 9% Club, including his STEER framework and the importance of execution, revenue quality, and strategic focus. This is a grounded, real-talk episode for founders who are overwhelmed, burning out, or unsure if their hustle is actually building something meaningful.

About the Guest: David Goldstein is a serial entrepreneur, leadership mentor, and the bestselling author of The 9% Club. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, David is known for helping founders build scalable, revenue-generating businesses while avoiding common pitfalls. His mission includes supporting homeless veterans through proceeds from his book and building a values-driven community for founders via the 9Percenter platform.

Key Takeaways:

• 91% of businesses fail—not just due to poor ideas, but because of poor execution.

• The STEER framework (Strategy, Tactics, Execution, Evaluation, Reporting) helps teams focus, measure, and course-correct.

• Hustle is not a substitute for structure. Founders must learn leadership or hire it.

• Progress is about results, not busywork—track what moves the needle.

• Sustainable success requires feedback loops, strategy-driven actions, and accountability.

Connect with David Goldstein: Website & Resources: www.9percenter.com Get the book The 9% Club and join the $9/month founder community supporting homeless veterans and business growth.

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In this episode of BizBlend, host Sana explores the powerful intersection of strategy, intuition, and the quantum field with Taryn Voget, founder of The Genius Lab. Together, they unpack how top leaders and entrepreneurs tap into subconscious brilliance, make faster decisions, and innovate by trusting what’s already within. From decoding mental habits to creating space for inspiration, Taryn shares actionable insights on accessing genius not by doing more, but by tuning into joy, silence, and aligned strategy. If you're navigating overload, second-guessing data, or chasing someone else’s blueprint—this conversation is your reset.

About the Guest: Taryn Voget is a strategist, soul whisperer, and founder of The Genius Lab. Blending neuroscience, executive coaching, and quantum concepts, she helps high-growth founders and leaders unlock clarity and genius. Taryn’s work focuses on helping individuals access intuitive insights, uncover their unique gifts, and scale aligned businesses without burnout.

Key Takeaways:

• Intuition isn't mystical—it's a blend of subconscious pattern recognition and quantum receptivity.

• True genius often emerges when the mind goes quiet—during walks, showers, or creative breaks.

• High performers use intuition strategically, backed by mental checklists built from experience.

• Over-relying on data can block innovation. The best leaders know when to trust their gut.

• Joy is a compass. Doing what excites you generates energy, creativity, and sustainable success.

• Be wary of adopting someone else’s success blueprint. If it doesn’t bring you joy, it won’t work.

• Beliefs act like mental code. With inquiry and presence, they can be rewritten for greater clarity and intuition.

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In this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with global speaker, strategist, and author Lirone Glikman to uncover the underestimated power of authentic business relationships. Lirone shares how founders often miss the mark by prioritizing product over people, and why early relationship-building can be a game-changer. She unpacks her signature Human Factor Method, a six-pillar framework designed to help anyone—from solo founders to global execs—build meaningful, strategic connections that lead to real business outcomes. From cultural insights to practical hacks like the Q&A tactic, this conversation will shift the way you think about networking and personal branding.

About the Guest: Lirone Glikman is a French-Israeli global business relationship strategist, speaker, and author of The Super Connectors Playbook. She’s consulted across 26+ countries and worked with startups, corporates, and accelerators like Techstars. Her Human Factor Method helps entrepreneurs and professionals build genuine connections that convert into business success. Her work bridges strategic networking, cultural nuance, and personal brand development.

Key Takeaways:

• Authentic relationships are the real currency in business—not just the product.

• The Human Factor Method offers a system to achieve business goals through relationships, even without an existing network.

• Founders often delay networking until it’s too late; start early and build before you pitch.

• Maintaining relationships is the hardest and most overlooked step—having a people plan helps.

• Cultural context matters: personalize your outreach style based on ecosystem and values.

Connect with Lirone Glikman: Website: https://lironeglikman.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lironeglikman/ Book: The Super Connectors Playbook – Available on Amazon Bonus: Get Lirone’s workbook and video masterclasses by registering your purchase on her website

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In this episode of BizBlend, Sana sits down with visionary entrepreneur Austin Holmes, co-founder of Publicity For Good and Signal Raptor, to unpack what it really takes to cast a clear and compelling vision for your company. From building a mission-first PR platform while living in a 23-foot Airstream to now leading a 60-member team, Austin shares battle-tested insights from both the Navy Special Ops and startup trenches. Learn how to differentiate goals from vision, handle distractions, lead under pressure, and keep moving forward when most people give up. This episode is a no-fluff guide to aligning purpose with execution in today’s fast-moving world of business.

About the Guest:

Austin Holmes is a Navy Special Operations veteran turned PR-tech entrepreneur. He scaled Publicity For Good from a mobile lifestyle to a multimillion-dollar agency and is now pioneering Signal Raptor, a platform reshaping how startups engage media. Austin’s leadership is rooted in clarity, growth, and grit—balancing family, business, and legacy with a mission to bring positive messaging back to media.

Key Takeaways:

• Vision vs. Goals: Vision is your "why"—your long-term, evolving north star. Goals are measurable steps along the way.

• How to Handle Distraction: Prioritize deep work, define your top 3 daily tasks, and don’t let distractions decide your direction.

• Effective Communication: Most founders give up too soon. It can take 10,000 conversations to get your vision seen—don’t quit early.

• Leadership and Culture: Austin’s company culture is built on accountability, growth, and the mantra: “Be champions.”

• Stress Management: Use breathwork, gratitude, and emotional reframing to stay grounded under pressure.

Connect with Austin Holmes:

• Instagram/X/LinkedIn: @AustinHolmes

• Website: Signal Raptor | Publicity For Good

• Also follow: Heather Holmes (Heather DeSantis) on all major platforms

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In this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with Susan M Barber—executive coach, Fortune 500 leadership veteran, and bestselling author of The Visibility Factor. Together, they unpack the mindset and practical steps needed to go from being overlooked to becoming a leader who's seen, heard, and valued. Susan shares real-world strategies for building authentic visibility, overcoming imposter syndrome, and aligning your inner worth with outer recognition—especially critical for women and remote professionals navigating modern workplaces.

About the Guest: Susan M Barber is a former IT Director at Kraft Heinz with 25+ years of corporate leadership experience. Today, she’s a transformational executive coach, keynote speaker, and author of The Visibility Factor. Through her podcast and upcoming workbook Your Journey to Visibility, she helps high achievers get seen without self-promotion, claim their impact, and step into bigger opportunities with confidence.

Key Takeaways:

• Visibility isn’t about bragging—it’s about owning your value.

• Hard work alone won’t get you promoted; strategic visibility will.

• Women often face unique barriers to being recognized at work—Sue shares how to overcome them.

• Visibility can start small: speak up in meetings, share on LinkedIn, or advocate for your ideas with intention.

• Personal branding and external visibility can reinforce your internal reputation.

Connect with Susan Barber:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanbarbercoaching/

• Website: https://www.susanmbarber.com

• Book: The Visibility Factor (available on her site)

• Workbook (Coming Soon): Your Journey to Visibility

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In this episode of BizBlend, we’re shifting gears with Moira Sheehan, founder of CARma AutoCare—a woman-led, family-owned auto repair business in Pooler, Georgia. With an MBA and a past life in corporate consulting, Moira turned her lifelong passion for cars into a mission-driven company that blends transparency, trust, and tech innovation. From confronting gender bias in the garage to integrating AI and community partnerships, Moira shares what it takes to lead with heart in a traditionally male-dominated field.

About the Guest: Moira Sheehan is the founder of CARma AutoCare, a progressive auto repair shop rooted in integrity, service, and empowerment. A lifelong car enthusiast with a background in business consulting, Moira has dedicated over 17 years to transforming the auto repair experience—especially for women. She’s also deeply involved with nonprofits supporting women and children and uses her platform to promote trust, education, and tech-savvy service in the automotive space.

Key Takeaways:

• Moira broke into the male-dominated auto repair industry after losing her consulting contracts during the 2007 recession.

• She leverages transparency, visual inspection reports, and honest communication to build customer trust.

• CARma AutoCare is redefining service with tech-forward features—remote diagnostics, AI-powered phone support, digital invoices, and lockbox pickups.

• Moira remains committed to fair pricing, quality parts, and kindness-driven leadership—values she refuses to compromise.

• Through partnerships with nonprofits, she supports women in crisis, donates refurbished cars, and mentors the next generation of female technicians.

Connect with Moira Sheehan: Website: https://www.carmaautocare.com (That’s Karma with a C: “Because we create great karma in auto repair”)

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In this thought-provoking episode of BizBlend, host Avik sits down with healthcare executive, author, and leadership mentor Emily Erstad to explore a leadership dilemma that often goes unspoken—vulnerability vs. transparency. Are you oversharing or truly connecting? Are you being real or just seeking validation? Emily dives deep into emotional intelligence, how to communicate with intention, and why your "why" matters more than your words. If you’ve ever felt too intense, not enough, or just misunderstood as a leader, this conversation offers practical insights and grounded clarity.

About the Guest: Emily Erstad is a hospice director, indie author of It’s Not That Deep, and mentor to emerging leaders navigating emotionally complex environments. With a background that bridges end-of-life care and boardroom strategy, Emily teaches leaders how to communicate authentically without losing credibility. Her work focuses on emotional intelligence, conscious leadership, and inner alignment.

Key Takeaways:

• Transparency is a tool, not a default—use it wisely and with intention.

• Vulnerability should be earned, not broadcasted. Avoid sharing with the wrong audience, at the wrong time, or for the wrong reason.

• Leadership isn't about oversharing—it’s about being consistent, clear, and human.

• Fear often masks the need for connection. Awareness and mentorship are key to navigating tough conversations.

• One-on-ones are powerful opportunities to build authentic rapport.

• You don’t need to connect with everyone. Discernment protects your energy and builds trust over time.

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