Speaking Of Speaking

Send us Fan MailA lot of podcasters say they want growth, but what they really want is fast proof that they were right to start. That pressure can turn a show into a pitch, or worse, into a numbers game that drains the joy out of creating. Carl sits down with Barry Labov, two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, brand strategist, speaker, and author of The Power of Differentiation, to talk about what actually builds a lasting podcast and a lasting business: purpose, patience, and trust.Barry shares the true origin of his entrepreneurial journey, including the moment he quit his job on principle and immediately faced the double hit of losing income and losing housing. From there, we unpack resilience during recession conditions, why entrepreneurship can feel isolating, and how having the right support system changes everything. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re the only one struggling, this conversation gives you a grounded, honest kind of hope.We also get tactical about modern podcasting stra