In this episode of How to Ride a Roller Coaster, David sits down with Bo Burlingham — acclaimed author of Small Giants and founder of the Small Giants Community. Bo shares the inspiration behind his now-classic book and the updates made in its latest edition, reflecting how the world of entrepreneurship has evolved over the years. Together, they dive deep…
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In this episode, David chats with Rithesh Menon — founder of InCall IQ, a fast-growing AI company that’s transforming how businesses understand their customer conversations. Rithesh shares the unexpected way he launched InCall IQ, inspired by ideas from Cody Sanchez and a deep curiosity about why so many potential customers drop off during calls. Together, we dig into how his…
In this episode, David sits down with Elina Panteleyeva, founder of Dood Woof, to talk about how she built a passionate following in the doodle dog community—before ever launching a product. Elina shares how she tapped into niche groups, truly listened to the needs of her audience, and used those insights to shape both her brand and her business. They…
In this episode, I’m joined by Borja Cuan, co-founder of Four15Digital, for a deep dive into the paid marketing strategies that actually move the needle. Trained in world-class hospitality at The Ritz Hotel, Borja brings a unique perspective on customer experience and attention to detail — and how those “small things” can create outsized marketing results. We break down:• What…
In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Hancher for a powerful conversation on all things leadership—what it means, where entrepreneurs often go wrong, and how to build a team that actually thrives. We dig into the difference between constant hiring and real empowerment, and Jeff shares the story of the best leader he ever worked for. From his book…
In this episode, David sits down with Zach Tsakiris, founder and CEO of Fastwill.com, to explore why so many people put off creating a will or trust—and how Fastwill is changing that. Zach shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days as a business-minded kid to launching a tech-driven solution that simplifies estate planning for the everyday person. If you've…
In this episode of How to Ride a Roller Coaster, David is joined by personal branding expert Katrena Friel. Katrena shares her unique blueprint for helping individuals define and amplify their personal brand—and become known as the expert in their space. They dive into the real struggles that come with building a personal brand from scratch, when you should start…
In this episode of How to Ride a Roller Coaster, David Ezell sits down with David Price, founder of The Price Group. Since stepping into the insurance world in 2018, David has scaled his network to over 100,000 agents and leaders—proving that brand authenticity and relentless execution win every time. David shares the habits that helped him grow fast, the…
In this episode of How To Ride A Roller Coaster, David chats with Alessandro Grampa, founder of Wholegrain Wisdom, about the intersection of entrepreneurship and holistic wellness. Alessandro shares his personal journey through depression and how it led him to develop wellness remedies specifically for entrepreneurs. He dives into the power of breathwork, habit formation, and other holistic tactics that…
In this episode, David sits down with Mike Glick, co-founder of Goode Health, to talk about the journey of building a standout brand in a competitive market. Mike shares insights from the early days of Goode Health, key strategies that helped propel the company forward, and practical tactics for success. Plus, if you’re in Columbus, Ohio, don’t miss Mike’s top…