The SaaS Growth Podcast - Masterful Founders

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Donnie Bradley, founder of Lola Beans Coffee, who shares his journey from medical device sales to building a thriving coffee business.
Key Topics Covered:
🎯 Making the Career Leap: Moving from medical device sales to the coffee industry
🎯 Building a Customer-Centric Business: How to foster genuine connections with customers beyond transactions
🎯 The Importance of Team Culture: Establishing a positive, performance-driven work environment
🎯 Overcoming Early Challenges: Balancing business responsibilities and managing tough conversations
🎯 Growth Strategies: The impact of location, brand, and evolving customer needs on scaling the business
Join us to gain actionable insights into making a successful transition, building a strong team, and creating a memorable brand experience.
#entrepreneurjourney #smallbusiness #startuplessons #LolaBeans#entrepreneurship
Connect with the host Wilhelm Laubach (Will):
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilhelmlaubach/
Connect with Donny Bradley:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnybradley/
Lola Beans
https://www.lolabeans.com/
Books Recommended in This Episode:
1. 'Who' by Geoff Smart & Randy Street
2. The Road Less Stupid Hardcover by Keith J. Cunningham

In this episode, successful entrepreneur Steven Pope shares his journey from a TV reporter to running a $20 million agency. He reveals the crucial lessons learned in entrepreneurship, including how he hired 100 interns in 30 days, the importance of firing bad clients, and how to build a system that scales.
Learn why scaling fast requires the right team, how personality profiling can help you hire better, and why taking action immediately is the key to success.
Key Topics Covered:
- Hiring 100 interns in 30 days to double business size
- The importance of firing bad clients for business growth
- Using personality profiling to hire smarter
- The transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship
- Why taking fast, decisive action is the key to success
Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your business, this episode is packed with valuable insights for entrepreneurs at every stage.
#entrepreneurship #hiringtips #scalingbusiness #successstory #myamazonguy
Connect with the host Wilhelm Laubach (Will):
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilhelmlaubach/
Connect with Steven Pope:
https://myamazonguy.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-pope/
https://myamazonguy.com/services/design/amazon-main-image-ctr-upgrade/
https://www.youtube.com/@MyAmazonGuy
https://podcast.myamazonguy.com/

In this insightful conversation, a marketing expert provides valuable advice to a sustainability advisor on how to grow his consulting business.
Key Topics Covered:
• Identifying and targeting the right corporate clients
• Building authority through content creation and interviews
• Leveraging LinkedIn for professional networking and visibility
• Creating an effective marketing funnel for high-ticket services
• Balancing long-term brand building with short-term client acquisition
Learn how to position yourself as a go-to sustainability advisor for large corporations and overcome common marketing challenges in this niche field.
#Sustainability #BusinessAdvice #BusinessGrowth #MarketingConsultancy #Entrepreneurship
Connect with the Marketing Expert Wilhelm Laubach (Will):
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilhelmlaubach/
Connect with Alberto Monzonís:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-monzonis-comes/

In this inspiring episode, Kimberly Wiefling shares her insights on how to transform the impossible into reality by harnessing creativity, innovation, and risk-taking.
Discover how fear of failure limits creativity, why businesses must embrace failure as part of the innovation process, and how incremental changes can't always deliver breakthroughs.
Key Topics:
✨ Why "impossible" is just a mindset limitation
🎯 The STOP method: Stop, Think, Organize, Plan
💡 Open Innovation and why big companies struggle with it
🌱 Creating psychological safety for innovation
🔄 The three horizons of innovation
🎮 Dark side thinking: using negative ideas to find solutions
Learn why:
- 98% of 5-year-olds are creative geniuses (and what happens after)
- It takes 3,000 raw ideas to get one commercial success
- Japanese companies say "7 times fall down, 8 times stand up"
- Diverse teams create better innovations
Perfect for entrepreneurs, innovators, and anyone ready to challenge "impossible"!
#Innovation #Entrepreneurship #SiliconValley #StartupAdvice #Leadership
Connect with the host Wilhelm Laubach (Will):
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilhelmlaubach/
Connect with Kimberly Wiefling:
www.youtube.com/@ScrappyKimberlyWiefling
https://www.linkedin.com/in/scrappykimberlywiefling/
https://kimberlywiefling.com/

In this episode, ADHD expert and coach Anna shares powerful insights about navigating life and business with ADHD.
We explore the impact of ADHD in the business world and how it can be a hidden asset for entrepreneurs and professionals. From neurodiversity as a strength to managing executive function challenges, we dive deep into ADHD’s role in fostering creativity, problem-solving, and out-of-the-box thinking.
Believe in yourself, embrace your individuality, and discover how to turn ADHD into your superpower!
Special Focus on Business:
- Why 70-80% of entrepreneurs have ADHD traits
- How to leverage ADHD strengths in business
- Practical delegation and organization strategies
- Creating the right environment for success
Key topics covered:
✨ Why ADHD can be a business superpower
🎯 Executive function challenges and how to overcome them
💪 Practical strategies for better focus and organization
😌 Managing emotional regulation and self-confidence
🔋 Understanding dopamine, motivation, and productivity
💡 Tips for better sleep and work-life balance
#ADHD #Entrepreneurship #Neurodiversity #Leadership #EntrepreneurLife #adhdmanagement
Connect with the host Wilhelm Laubach (Will):
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilhelmlaubach/
Connect with the Anna Dafna:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/annadaphna/
https://www.annadaphna.com/
The book that reveals proper breathing techniques - 'Breathe' by James Nestor.

Ever feel like your own mind is holding you back? In this episode, hypnotherapist and well-being coach Laurel Van Woerkom shares powerful insights on how to reprogram the subconscious mind for success and happiness.
Laurel's got the scoop on how hypnotherapy can be a game-changer for entrepreneurs. We're talking busting through limiting beliefs, conquering social anxiety, and giving your career a serious boost.
But hey, this isn't just for the business crowd - anyone looking to level up their life will find golden nuggets here. Laurel breaks down how hypnosis can unlock your hidden potential and help you crush those big goals.
Special Offer for our subscribers: Mention the 'Masterful Founders Podcast' to get 50% off your first session with Laurel
Key takeaways:
- The power of hypnotherapy in overcoming limiting beliefs and traumas
- How reprogramming the subconscious mind leads to career success
- The importance of self-awareness in removing mental barriers
- Hypnotherapy's effectiveness in boosting confidence and personal growth
- How to leverage hypnosis for both professional and personal transformation
#Hypnotherapy #SubconsciousMind #EntrepreneurMindset #SelfGrowth #SuccessTools
Connect with the host Wilhelm Laubach (Will):
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilhelmlaubach/
Connect with the Hypnotherapist Laurel Van Woerkom
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurelveedub/
https://www.livewellwithlaurel.com/

Are you an entrepreneur struggling to find balance between success and happiness? In this eye-opening episode, mindset coach Christina Pikoula reveals the secrets to unlocking your true potential and achieving sustainable success.
Key takeaways:
- The crucial importance of self-knowledge in entrepreneurial success
- How to transform dreams into achievable goals
- Reframing failure as a stepping stone to success
- The power of breaking large goals into manageable steps
- Building a healthy relationship with yourself for long-term fulfillment
Christina shares invaluable insights on goal-setting, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the true meaning of success. Learn how to align your actions with your values, cultivate a growth mindset, and achieve your dreams without sacrificing your well-being.
Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, this episode will challenge your perceptions of success and provide actionable strategies to revolutionize your approach to work and life. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge by mastering your mindset and energy management.
Watch now and discover how to create a life of purpose, fulfillment, and sustainable success!
#MindsetCoaching #EntrepreneurialSuccess #GoalSetting #ChristinaPicoula
Connect with the host Wilhelm Laubach (Will):
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilhelmlaubach/
Connect with the Christina Pikoula:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-pikoula-happychoices/
Win Win Podcast:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCApAeGaaGyMUDeecYh13AYA

In this episode, Jared Kelnhofer shares his invaluable insights into building a successful startup, pivoting from B2C to B2B, and the critical importance of talking to customers. Learn how Jared transformed his business by identifying real-world problems and solving them with innovative solutions. He opens up about the challenges of product-market fit, the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and the strategies that helped him grow.
Key takeaways:
- Why customer feedback is crucial for refining your product.
- The importance of pivoting when your initial idea doesn’t take off.
- B2B vs. B2C: Which is better for startups and why?
- How persistence and adaptability lead to long-term success.
- Practical advice on how to overcome cold-calling fears and gain customer trust.
- Join us for actionable insights that will help you navigate the entrepreneurial journey!
Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from Jared's experiences and apply them to your own entrepreneurial journey. Watch now and discover how to turn setbacks into stepping stones for success!
#EntrepreneurshipLessons #B2BSales #StartupSuccess #JaredKelnhofer
Connect with the host Wilhelm Laubach (Will):
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilhelmlaubach/
Connect with the Jared Kelnhofer:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-kelnhofer/
Discover more about his project - https://www.picsgenie.com