HabitStack Podcast
Join us for honest, informal conversations with startup and agency founders who are deep in the trenches, actively growing their businesses.
Instead of glorified success stories, we share authentic experiences about the ongoing battles, everyday wins, and relatable struggles.
Perfect for entrepreneurs navigating the challenging middle stage of growth, this podcast offers real insights and genuine advice from peers who are right there with you.
Episodes
48 episodes
Growing an E-Commerce Agency with Chris Purcell of Nexus Brand Group
In this episode of the HabitStack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Chris Purcell, founder of Nexus Brand Group, who brings experience as a business analyst at Target, vendor manager at Amazon, and global director of e-commerce at Renfro befo...
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Event-Based Marketing and Double-Sided Marketplace Startups with Bobbie Carlton
In this episode of the HabitStack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Bobbie Carlton, founder of Innovation Women, Innovation Nights, and Carlton PR & Marketing. Bobbie runs a unique business structure where her entire team works for Carlto...
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From Doing It All to Leading Leaders: Brad Solomon on Building a World-Class Team
In this episode of the HabitStack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Brad Solomon, co-founder of SC Digital. Brad shares what he's learning from rereading Perry Marshall's "80/20 Sales and Marketing" and "Cashvertising," plus his unexpected fa...
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40:48
Cold Email Secrets: Bill Stathopoulos on Life as a Founder, OKRs, and Cold Email
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Bill Stathopoulos, author of Cold Email Secrets and CEO of SalesCaptain. Bill shares what he's learning from Measure What Matters about implementing OKRs to align his growing team, and The ...
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Your Mess Becomes Your Message: Brian Swan on Reinvention, Resilience, and Unstoppable Branding
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Brian Swan, co-founder with his wife Rhonda of the Unstoppable Branding Agency. Brian shares his unconventional journey from robotics engineer selling actuators to SpaceX to becoming a bran...
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Brett Farmiloe: Connecting Experts with Journalists Through Featured.com
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Brett Farmiloe, founder of Featured.com, a platform connecting journalists with vetted experts. Brett also recently acquired and revived HARO, an email ne...
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38:25
Second Time's Different: Randy Herbertson on Building The Visual Brand After Selling His First Agency
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Randy Herbertson, president of The Visual Brand (TVB), a branding studio based in Westport, Connecticut. Randy shares his journey from building his first agency to 40 people in New York Cit...
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From Music Industry to Digital Marketing: Chris Rodriguez on Hustle Culture, Hiring, and Scaling iExcel
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Chris Rodriguez, CEO of iExcel, a digital marketing agency based in the greater DC/Virginia area. Chris shares his unconventional journey from earning a music degree at the University of Vi...
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From TV Journalist to Rainmaker and Closer: Dr. Sheila Brooks on 35 Years of Pivoting, Perseverance, and Purpose-Driven Leadership
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Dr. Sheila Brooks, founder, president, and CEO of SRB Communications, celebrating 35 years in business. Dr. Brooks shares her journey from being the first in her family to attend college to...
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The Psychology of Marketing: Dr. Renee Fraser on Emotional Connection and Strategic Leadership
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Dr. Renee Fraser, CEO of Fraser Communications and host of the Dr. Renee Fraser Show. With a PhD in social psychology and over 25 years running a full-service advertising agency, Renee shar...
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Karley Cunningham on the Surefire Method and Why Alignment Drives Growth
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Karley Cunningham, founder of Big Bold Brand and creator of the Surefire Method. They explore how Karley's approach goes far beyond traditional branding to create business-wide alignment th...
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Building a Sustainable E-Commerce Agency: Himanshi Raj on Client Success Over Growth
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Himanshi Raj, founder of Growth Gurus, an e-commerce agency specializing in Amazon, Walmart, and TikTok Shop. They discuss the realities of selling on Amazon versus common misconceptions, w...
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From $199/Month to Seven Figures: Jason Hunt on Building Merged Media with Focus and Discipline
Scott Ward, host of the HabitStack Podcast, interviews Jason Hunt, co-founder of Merged Media, a digital marketing agency combining SEO and social media expertise. They discuss how Gary Keller's "The One Thing" shaped Jason's approach to priori...
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39:53
Corey Morris' Guide to Smarter Marketing and Goal Setting
Scott Ward, founder of Habit Stack, interviews Corey Morris, CEO of VOLTAGE and creator of the Digital Marketing Success Plan. They discuss Corey's approach to strategic planning, the importance of clear messaging, and the need for objective ac...
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39:48
Kevin Koskella's Entrepreneurial Adventure with Work Hero
In this podcast episode, host Scott Ward, converses with Kevin Koskella, founder of Work Hero, to discuss the ongoing journey of building and scaling a business. Kevin highlights a book he has been reading on leadership, 'Accelerated Acce...
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Mastering Habits with Chris Tompkins: A Dive into Creativity and Leadership
In this episode of the Habit Stack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Christopher Tompkins, CEO of The Go! Agency and host of the Bulletproof Marketer Podcast. They explore Chris's passion for art as a grounding practice, his approach to mindf...
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Lessons in SEO and Social Media Strategy with Saga Pixel's Frank Olivo
In this episode of the Habit Stack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Frank Olivo, CEO of Saga Pixel, a digital marketing agency specializing in healthcare. They discuss the importance of real-time lessons from business growth, the less disrup...
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From Startup to 4,000 Clients: Jesse Galati's SEO Agency Success Story
Welcome to the HabitStack Podcast! In this episode, host Scott Ward interviews Jesse Galati, CEO and Co-founder of Page Pros, a rapidly scaling SEO agency serving over 4,000 clients across Canada. The conversation explores Jesse's strategic app...
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42:50
How to Succeed in SEO in AI Era: Chris Raulf's Approach
Welcome to the HabitStack Podcast in this episode, host Scott Ward interviews Chris Raulf, the founder of Boulder SEO Marketing and a global expert in SEO and AI. The conversation dives into the impact of AI on digital marketing, the developmen...
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40:25
Redefining PR in the Age of AI with Christina Pilarski of CIPR
Join Scott Ward, founder of HabitStack, on the HabitStack Podcast as he chats with Christina Pilarski, CEO of CIPR Communications and founder of Two Babies and a Business. They delve into the significance of authenticity in business, the impact...
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The Intersection of Heritage and Innovation: Dan Salganik on Modern Marketing
In this episode of the Habit Stack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Dan Salganik, CEO and Founder of VisualFizz. The conversation explores the journey of VisualFizz, focusing on the agency's strategic positioning as a specialist in establish...
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Exploring AI-Driven Business Solutions with Jonathan Lupo
In this episode of the Habit Stack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Jonathan Lupo, co-founder of NXT Humans, an AI native advisory and agency. Jonathan discusses the complexities and rapid evolution of the AI field, sharing insights into his...
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43:53
Balancing Leadership and Growth with Santiago Luna, CEO of Charly Agency
In this episode of the Habit Stack Podcast, host Scott Ward discusses with Santiago Luna, Founder and CEO of Charly Agency, about leadership, growth, and balancing daily operations with long-term strategic initiatives. Santiago shares insights ...
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CleverClick 360: Carolina Salinas on Marketing and Meaningful Work
In this episode of the Habit Stack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Carolina Salinas Garcia, CEO and co-founder of CleverClick 360. The conversation delves into various topics including Carolina's recent studies in psychology and coaching to...
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41:08
Innovative Marketing and Humble Leadership with Jim Matuga
In this episode of the Habit Stack Podcast, host Scott Ward interviews Jim Matuga, founder of InnerAction Media and author of 'Humble Influence: The Strength of True Followership. They discuss the importance of followership in business and lead...
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