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The Future of Business: AI, Automation & Digital Tools with Ken Cox

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses must evolve or risk being left behind. From AI-powered automation to CRM solutions, the right tools can be game-changers for growth and efficiency. In this episode of Biz Blend, host Sana welcomes Ken Cox, President of River City Internet Group and the visionary behind Inlink.com. Ken shares insights on how businesses can streamline operations, leverage AI employees, and integrate digital tools without overcomplication. Discover how AI is transforming customer service, sales, and business processes—making it more affordable and accessible for small businesses than ever before.About the Guest:Ken Cox is a technology entrepreneur and digital innovator with over 25 years of experience helping businesses optimize their online presence. As the founder of Inlink.com, he is on a mission to provide small and medium-sized businesses with AI-powered tools to boost productivity, enhance customer experiences, and scale efficiently.Key Takeaways:AI Employees Are the Future: AI can handle front desk tasks, customer inquiries, and follow-ups—reducing the need for costly hires.Choosing the Right Tools: Businesses should focus on CRM, automation, and AI to streamline operations.Avoiding Common Tech Mistakes: Businesses often waste money on unnecessary tools. Simplifying and integrating solutions under one platform can boost efficiency.Cybersecurity & Data Protection: As businesses move online, ensuring data security and compliance with privacy regulations is critical.Inlink’s All-in-One Platform: Eliminates costly per-user CRM fees, integrates AI employees, and simplifies business operations with automation.Connect with Ken Cox & Inlink.com:Website: Inlink.comJoin the Free AI Employee Workshop (Tuesdays @ 4 PM CT): Sign up on Inlink.com for insights into AI-powered business automation.LinkedIn: Ken CoxWant to be a guest on BizBlend?DM on PodMatch: Send a messageStay Tuned & Follow Us!Subscribe to Newsletter: Join HereJoin the Community: NAS.IOYouTube: @healthymind-healthylifeInstagram: @podhealth.clubThreads: @podhealth.clubFacebook: Podcast Health MindLinkedIn: Connect Here#BusinessGrowth #AIforBusiness #Automation #DigitalTools #CRM #Entrepreneurship #BizBlend

The AI Freedom Method: Scaling to 7 Figures Without Sacrificing Family Time – with Nathan Newberry

In this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with Nathan Newberry, a business scaling expert and former pastor who transitioned into entrepreneurship, built a successful marketing agency, sold it, and now helps entrepreneurs scale to 7 figures using the AI Freedom Method.Nathan’s AI Freedom Method is a game-changer for founders trapped in the 10k-30k monthly revenue plateau, helping them automate, leverage AI, and build high-ticket sales systems—all while ensuring family and personal time remain a priority.This episode covers:🔥 The AI Freedom Method – Scaling without working more hours💡 Why hustle culture is outdated and what to do instead🤖 How AI and automation can help entrepreneurs buy back their time📈 Breaking through revenue plateaus and scaling beyond 7 figures👨‍👩‍👧 Balancing business growth and family time without burnoutIf you’re tired of working endless hours and want to create predictable revenue while keeping your sanity, this episode is packed with insights to help you scale smarter, not harder!About the Guest: Nathan Newberry is an online scaling coach, business strategist, and former marketing agency owner. With a background in high-ticket sales and AI-driven automation, he has helped numerous entrepreneurs break past growth barriers and build businesses that serve their lives, not the other way around.He is also the host of The Nathan Newberry Show where he shares business scaling strategies, AI insights, and interviews with top entrepreneurs.Key Takeaways:✅ Scaling isn’t about working harder; it’s about working smarter with AI & automation✅ Hustle culture leads to burnout—focus on strategic delegation and efficiency✅ AI can streamline sales, marketing, content creation, and customer service✅ To break through revenue plateaus, refine your offer, pricing, and sales systems✅ The 4 essential skills every entrepreneur must master: Marketing, Sales, Fulfillment, and Leadership✅ Your personal brand is your greatest long-term asset—build it now!Connect with Nathan Newberry:🎙 Podcast: The Nathan Newberry Show – Available on all major platforms📷 Instagram: @nathannewberryofficial📺 YouTube: Nathan Newberry Channel🎁 Free Playbook: DM “EA” on Instagram to get Nathan’s exclusive guide to buying back your time and scaling fasterStay Connected & Join the Community!Follow for More Insights & Growth Strategies! 📩 Want to be a guest on BizBlend? Send me a message on PodMatch!👉 DM Me Here: PodMatch📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter: Healthy Mind by Avik🤝 Join the Community: Health Mind Community▶️ YouTube: @healthymind-healthylife📷 Instagram: @podhealth.club🧵 Threads: @podhealth.club📘 Facebook: Podcast Healthy Mind💼 LinkedIn: Connect with me🎙 Loved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with fellow entrepreneurs!Success isn’t just about making money—it’s about creating a business that supports your life and legacy. 🚀✨

Mastering Tough Conversations in the Trades with Traci Austin

Navigating difficult conversations in the workplace—especially in high-stakes, high-pressure environments like the trades and construction industries—can be a challenge. In this episode of Biz Blend, host Sana sits down with Traci Austin, an HR and leadership expert specializing in skilled trades.Traci shares practical strategies for handling tough talks, balancing authority with approachability, and turning conflict into collaboration. She also explains why many field leaders struggle with communication and how to shift from avoidance or aggression to effective leadership.If you’ve ever found yourself hesitating to address workplace issues, worried about being too “soft” or too “harsh,” this conversation will equip you with the mindset and tools to lead with confidence.About the Guest: Traci Austin is the Founder and Chief Talent Officer at Elevated Talent Consulting, where she helps construction and trades businesses build high-performing teams and future-ready leaders. With over 20 years of HR and leadership experience, Traci specializes in people development, communication strategies, and accountability frameworks tailored for the skilled trades industry.Key Takeaways:✅ Why Tough Conversations Feel Difficult – Understanding why trades professionals often struggle with direct communication.✅ The Shift from Worker to Leader – How to move from “getting the job done” to leading effectively.✅ Balancing Authority and Empathy – Why being too “nice” isn’t the problem—it’s unclear expectations.✅ The Power of Curiosity Over Complaints – Turning workplace frustrations into productive solutions.✅ The Accountability Dial – A step-by-step method for delivering feedback without creating resentment.✅ Open-Door Policy vs. Hierarchy – How leaders can encourage feedback while maintaining clear decision-making structures.How to Connect with Traci Austin:Website: Elevated Talent Consulting🎙 Podcast: The People Strategy Podcast📩 LinkedIn: Traci Austin📚 Leadership Training: Learn more about Traci’s leadership development programs for the trades on her website.Want to Be a Guest on Biz Blend? 📩 DM Me on PodMatch: Click Here📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter: Join Here📩 Join the Community: Connect Here🎥 Stay Tuned & Follow Us:🔹 YouTube - @healthymind-healthylife🔹 Instagram - @podhealth.club🔹 Threads - @podhealth.club🔹 Facebook - Podcast Healthy Mind🔹 LinkedIn - Avik ChakrabortyLoved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review! Your support helps us bring valuable leadership insights to business owners and entrepreneurs worldwide.

Breaking Free from Burnout – A Mindful Success Strategy with Sal Holden

In this episode of BizBlend, host Sana welcomes Sal Holden, a global expert in kinesiology and emotional healing, to discuss the science and strategies behind preventing burnout. Entrepreneurs and business owners often fall into the trap of hustle culture, leading to exhaustion, stress, and declining mental health. Sal shares practical mindset shifts, daily habits, and strategies to achieve sustainable success while maintaining mental and physical well-being.About Our Guest – Sal Holden:Sal Holden has helped thousands of women worldwide overcome burnout and reclaim their energy through her science-backed yet intuitive approach. With a deep understanding of stress management, emotional resilience, and holistic healing, she empowers business owners to balance success with well-being.Key Takeaways:✔ Mindset is Everything – How your thoughts, beliefs, and inner narratives shape your business success.✔ Burnout & Business – Why constant hustle isn’t sustainable and how to redefine success.✔ Healing from the Inside Out – The role of past traumas and subconscious beliefs in burnout.✔ Sustainable Success Strategies – How to balance mental and physical health while excelling in business.✔ Daily Rituals for Energy & Focus – Simple habits that boost resilience and prevent overwhelm.✔ Overcoming Inconsistency – How to stick to routines without guilt or self-judgment.Connect with Sal Holden:Explore Her Work & Resources: LinktreeGet Her Bestselling Book "Thrive"Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PodMatch – Click HereSubscribe to Our Newsletter – Click HereJoin Our Community – Click HereStay Tuned & Follow Us!YouTube:@healthymind-healthylifeInstagram:@podhealth.clubThreads:@podhealth.clubFacebook:Podcast.HealthyMindLinkedIn:@newandnew#BurnoutRecovery #MindsetMatters #EntrepreneurHealth #SuccessWithoutStress #HealthyMindByAvik

Progress Beats Perfection: Action Over Hesitation with Devon Dickinson

In this dynamic episode of BizBlend, host Reema dives into why great leaders can’t afford to wait for perfection. Devon Dickinson, an entrepreneur and investor who built multi-million dollar companies from just $5,000, shares his personal journey of overcoming decision paralysis. He explains how the weight of responsibility can lead to inaction—and how embracing mistakes as learning opportunities can fuel progress. Devon highlights the importance of launching a minimum viable product, gathering market feedback, and iterating quickly instead of striving for flawless execution. He also recounts a powerful personal story about his son’s decisive college choice, illustrating that even imperfect decisions pave the way to success. This conversation offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs and professionals ready to break free from hesitation and transform challenges into growth opportunities.About the Guest:Devon Dickinson is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host who has scaled multiple companies while balancing family life and coaching high school soccer. His hands-on approach and willingness to learn from failures make him a trusted voice in business innovation.Key Takeaways: Embrace imperfection to drive decisive action Launch your MVP and iterate with real-world feedback Learn from failures to fuel future successConnect with Devon:Listen to his podcast, The Whiteboard Entrepreneur, and follow him on Instagram @whiteboardentrepreneurWant to be a guest on BizBlend? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch, DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymindStay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podhealth.club/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

Transforming Managers into Inspiring Leaders with Ali Stewart

In this insightful episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with award-winning leadership coach, speaker, and best-selling author, Ali Stewart. With over 30 years of experience, Ali has transformed countless managers into inspiring leaders using her Liberating Leadership framework. She shares her journey from being a secretary to becoming a sought-after leadership expert, the core principles of her methodology, and actionable strategies that help leaders thrive in today’s fast-changing corporate landscape.About Our Guest – Ali Stewart:Ali Stewart is a renowned leadership coach and business psychologist with decades of experience helping organizations foster high-performing leaders. She founded the Liberator Framework, a game-changing approach that empowers managers to shift from directive leadership to an engaging, people-first mindset. Ali has worked with global giants like Vodafone, Gillette, and UK government agencies, ensuring leaders lead with strength, dignity, and compassion.Key Takeaways:✔ Leadership Mindset Matters – The best leaders share a common mindset, regardless of industry.✔ The Four-Step Process – Clear vision, strong ground rules, motivation, and skill-building drive transformation.✔ From Manager to Leader – How struggling managers evolve into high-impact leaders.✔ Balancing Empathy & Accountability – The key to effective leadership in today’s workforce.✔ Future-Proofing Leadership – Why leadership training is critical to prevent workplace burnout and mental health issues.✔ Communication is the Key – Leaders must foster open, two-way conversations to drive team performance.Connect with Ali Stewart:Website:www.alistewartandco.comLinkedIn:Ali Stewart & Co.Twitter:@AliStewartandCo📢 Want to be a guest on BizBlend?📩 DM on PodMatch – Click Here📩 Subscribe to Our Newsletter – Click Here📩 Join Our Community – Click Here🎧 Stay Tuned & Follow Us!▶ YouTube:@healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram:@podhealth.club💬 Threads:@podhealth.club👍 Facebook:Podcast.HealthyMind💼 LinkedIn:@newandnew#Leadership #BusinessSuccess #LeadershipMindset #LiberatingLeadership #HealthyMindByAvik

Resilience Redefined: Roman L. Binder’s Breakthrough Blueprint

Join host Sana on BizBlend as she explores Roman L. Binder’s remarkable journey from the highs of scaling a $10M nanotech business to the lows of bankruptcy—and his inspiring comeback. Roman reveals how embracing daily resilience, through self-care and disciplined routines, transformed his setbacks into stepping stones for success.About the Guest:Roman L. Binder is a seasoned entrepreneur and former nanotech founder whose raw, real-life experiences have shaped his unique 5-day breakthrough system. After facing personal and financial challenges, Roman now mentors entrepreneurs, sharing his authentic insights on balancing relentless drive with mindful self-care, clear communication, and spiritual introspection. Listeners can connect with the guest by visiting their blog on the Nomad CEO website, signing up for a weekly Friday newsletter, or reaching out via social media DM or email.Key Takeaways:• Resilience is a daily choice built on habits like meditation, exercise, and mindful eating.• Authentic leadership and clear storytelling help transform failures into growth opportunities.• Digital nomadism can spark self-discovery but requires structured routines for productivity.• Prioritizing health and rest is essential for overcoming adversity and sustaining success.Want to be a guest on BizBlend? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch, DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymindStay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podhealth.club/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

Silent Threats: Uncovering the Hidden Cost of Financial Fraud with Kelly Todd

In this engaging episode of BizBlend, host Reema tackles the often-overlooked issue of financial fraud. Joined by Kelly Todd, President of Forensic Strategic Solutions, the discussion dives deep into how fraud—from embezzlement and asset misappropriation to financial statement manipulation—can silently undermine businesses of every size. Kelly explains that while trust is essential in any organization, it must be balanced with proactive oversight, such as regular independent reviews, surprise audits, and clear fraud policies. The conversation highlights that early detection, a transparent reporting culture, and continuous fraud education are key to mitigating risk and protecting financial assets.About the Guest:Kelly Todd brings over 30 years of expertise as a financial investigator. With a proven track record in unraveling complex deceptions, she is a dedicated advocate for fraud awareness, helping organizations build robust systems to prevent financial betrayal.Key Takeaways: Fraud is not just a high-profile corporate scandal—it can occur in any business setting. Effective prevention hinges on a balance of trust and vigilant oversight. Fostering an open, educated culture encourages early fraud detection.Connect with Kelly:Visit her firm’s website at forensicstrategic.com or connect on LinkedIn (Kelly J. Todd).Want to be a guest on BizBlend? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch, DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymindStay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podhealth.club/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness