Business Lunch

Work Backwards: The Key to Effective Marketing and Sales

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore effective marketing and sales strategies for high-ticket services, emphasizing the importance of working...

Why Your Lawyer Shouldn't Lead Your Exit

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We discuss the critical role of negotiation in business exits and why relying solely on lawyers can jeopardize deal...

The Secret to Authentic Connections (For People Who Hate Networking!)

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We dive into the world of networking, something that many dread but is crucial for business success. They discuss t...

Building an AI Chief of Staff with Obsidian and Claude Code

12 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We discuss how to transform note-taking apps into AI-powered chief of staff systems that manage daily operations, l...

Building Collaboration and Ownership

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We get into the importance of shared goals and alignment in achieving success, whether in business relationships or...

Getting Off The Org Chart, Part 2: How to Exit the Day-to-Day and Still Control Your Business

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore how business owners can effectively exit the org chart while maintaining control and generating revenue....

The $10M Exit Mistake Most Founders Make

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: The conversation breaks down why most founders lose millions when selling their business, not because of poor perfo...

Getting Off The Org Chart: How to Hire a CEO Who Fits Your Next Chapter

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the critical process of getting off the org chart, hiring a CEO, and preparing your business for a succe...

Mastering Business Valuation: The Power of Quality of Earnings

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the critical factors that influence business valuation, focusing on Quality of Earnings (Q of E), recurr...

The Morality of Mass Layoffs: What Business Leaders Need to Know

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the ethics and practicalities of layoffs, the importance of stewardship in business, and how to handle d...

The Future of Business: Single Person Companies vs Giants

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the dynamics of single person companies versus scaled organizations, the impact of AI on workforce and p...

Stop Hiring Operators. Start Building Systems.

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: We explore the multifaceted role of an operator&nb...

Unlocking Business Potential Through Creativity

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: This conversation delves into the multifaceted role of creativity in various aspects of business, including finance...

The Unexpected Power of a Dynamic Business Plan in Today’s Unpredictable Market

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss break down why most business plans fail and what to do instead. Rather than relying o...

The Right Time to Hire a CEO: Secrets from Top Entrepreneurs

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss explore the critical aspects of CEO succession, when to hire outside leadership, and ...

Defining the Health of Your Business

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Ryan and Roland discuss the best indicator of a business’s overall health. Although having different ideas, the ...

The Smartest Businesses to Acquire Next

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier breaks down simple, practical ways to grow by buying the right businesses.He explains the difference...

Amazon's Grocery Strategy: A New Direction

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Richard Lindner discuss Amazon's recent strategic shift in the grocery sector, focusing on the c...

The Death of the Task Economy: A New Era

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the evolving landscape of business in the age of AI, emphasizing the shift fr...

Lessons from Failure: A Path to Growth

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier discuss the importance of reflecting on failures to extract valuable lessons for futu...

Building Your Individual Empire: The New Entrepreneurial Shift

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier explore the evolving landscape of personal branding and entrepreneurship, focusing on...

Navigating the Challenges of 2025: AI as a Strategic Partner in Business

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Richard Lindner reflect on the challenges and triumphs of 2025, discussing the importance of mak...

Why Smart Businesses Froze in 2025 and What Will Separate Winners in 2026

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss reflect on the challenges and lessons learned from 2025, emphasizing the disappearanc...

How Behavioral Design Beats Willpower Every Time

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch, Roland and Sarah dig into why most business failures aren't actually motivation problems—they're friction problem...

AI Is Fallible. Systems Aren’t (If You Build Them Right)

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch, we unpack why the real power in AI isn’t the model itself—but the protocols wrapped around it. Even advanced AI...

The CFO Reality Check Every Entrepreneur Needs: Leading Through the Numbers

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In This Episode of Business Lunch, join Ryan Deiss and I in this enlightening episode of Business Lunch, where they delve into the often overlooked ye...

The Cash Flow Reality Check Every Business Owner Needs

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Lunch, we walk you through the ins and outs of managing business finances. We explain the potential pitfalls of keeping mo...

Why the First One-Person Billion-Dollar Company Is Closer Than You Think

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Lunch, we dive into extreme leverage—how solo founders are building multi-million dollar businesses with basically zero ...

The 90-Day Proof Pack: How PE Firms Engineer Instant Value

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Lunch, we dive into the critical 90 to 100-day period following a private equity acquisition, emphasizing the need for rap...

Identity Trust: Why 125 Years of Marketing Just Died

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Lunch, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the evolving landscape of the customer journey, emphasizing the importance of...

Navigating Business Transitions: From Epic to Scalable

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Lunch, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the recent transition from Epic Network to a more focused approach with the S...

The Hidden Cost Of Dead Brands

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Business Lunch Podcast: We discuss the recent SEC lawsuit against Tai Lopez and the implications of his business model involvin...

Snack Time: How to Thrive in a Frozen Funding Market

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Lunch(Snack Time): This conversation delves into the significant impact of the federal shutdown on small business financin...

The Embedded Influencer Playbook

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Lunch: Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the evolving landscape of personal branding and the necessity of becoming an ...

Own the Upside: Why Consulting for Equity Beats Selling Time in the AI Era

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AI isn’t just speeding up your work—it’s collapsing the market price of your time. In this urgent episode, we trace how the hourly model took ov...

The Bottlenecks Billionaire Playbook Pt. 2: Secrets to Scaling Wealth Without Losing Control

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss crack open the 2025 Forbes 400 and spot a seismic shift: 71% are now self-made, the cutoff is a record $3.8B, and the ne...

The Bottlenecks Billionaire Playbook: How the World’s Richest Build, Scale, and Keep Their Fortunes

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode of Business Lunch, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss continue breaking down the “Bottlenecks” framework—the 11 proven playb...

The Collapse of the Funnel: How Trust Now Drives Every Purchase

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Lunch, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss explain how the classic four-stage buying journey has collapsed into one moment—and...

The Subscription Trap: Why Recurring Revenue Isn’t Always King.

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Business Lunch podcast, Host Roland Frasier and guest Richard Lindner break down the subscription trap and why recurring revenu...

The Loyalty Illusion: Why Points Don’t Create Love

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss break down the “loyalty illusion”—why points and perks often backfire, how spreadsheet thinking killed customer lo...

Intelligent Data: Empowering Ai Development With Lucy Guo

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Business Lunch podcast, host Roland Frasier sits down with Lucy Guo, a remarkable entrepreneur who made her mark in a short amo...

The CEO Shift: The Changing Roles in Business

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we delve into the dynamic world of executive leadership and pivotal moments of transition in this engaging episode of the Business Lunch po...

From Cash Crunch to Cash Flow: Expense Optimization Tactics

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, hosts Roland Frasier and Richard Lindner dive deep into a practical framework for optimizing busine...

The Lean Team Dilemma: AI, Efficiency & Business Value

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Richard Lindner take a look at the current trend of running businesses...

Merging Old-School with AI: Strategies for Success

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive into the emerging trend of rolling up traditional busi...

AI, Disruption, Sales, and the Path to Success as a Small Business

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive into the real challenges facing small and medium-sized...

The Great Flattening: How AI Is Reshaping Teams and Management

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch!In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive into "the great flattening"—the radical shift where A...

Navigating Economic Slowdowns: Strategies for Summer Success

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch. Today, we discuss practical strategies to navigate economic slowdowns, particularly during summer. They sh...

The Power of Taking Time Off: Why Entrepreneurs Need to Unplug

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the importance of taking real vacations as e...

The Importance Of Your Personal Brand

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss on another exciting episode of "The Business Lunch Podcast." In this installment, they follow up on their recent co...

High-Impact Offers: Strategies for Sales Success

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch. In this episode, Ryan Deiss and I dive deep into the art of creating effective offers and adapting sales s...

Don't Get Killed by the Hype - AI Gadgets Failing to Deliver

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch, Ryan Deiss and I dissect the recent hype surrounding two new AI-powered gadgets - the Humane AI pen and th...

The Ethics of Outsourcing Yourself

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss tackle the controversial topic of 'shadow standards' in the...

The Art of the Deal: Disruptive Strategies for Business Growth

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! This episode is a deep dive into how unconventional thinking and strategic agility can transform business ...

Decoding Influencer Marketing

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for a lively conversation with Ryan Deiss as we unravel the mysteries of influencer marketing. Explore the world of micro-influencers and mega...

The Exit Trap: What Most Founders Miss When It's Time to Sell

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a New Episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the world of mergers, acquisitions, and priv...

Wealth, Work, and What Matters Most

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss delve into the intricate dance between pursuing success and...

Netflix’s Downgrade and the Subscription Economy Apocalypse

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Business Lunch! Join Roland and Ryan as they discuss the changing landscape of subscription businesses. This episode is a must-listen for e...

The Accidental Viral Moment That Changed Everything

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! On today’s episode, Ryan Deiss unpacks the full story behind his viral “retirement” post, a headline...

The Exit Playbook: How to Avoid Leaving Millions on the Table

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a New Episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the world of mergers, acquisitions, and priv...

Turn Your Business Expenses into Hidden Profit Machines

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this conversation, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss break down one of their favorite business strategies: ...

Rich People Use AI Differently - Here's How

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland and Ryan break down how different groups exploit the power of AI, emphasizing the ...

Overwhelm vs. Innovation: Finding Business Balance in the Age of AI

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Join Roland Frasier and Ryan Diess as they dive deep into the current business landscape, exploring the su...

Reinventing Marketing Education through AI

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Join host Roland as he sits down with Richard Lindner, president of Scalable.co and DigitalMarketer.com, t...

From Training Humans to Training AI: The New Marketing Revolution

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier sits down with Richard Lindner to discuss the evolution of Digital Markete...

The Business of Diplomacy: Understanding the Current Trade Wars

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Join hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Diess as they dive deep into the complex world of international trade n...

Kicking the Hornet's Nest: Controversial Business Advice

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive into a viral social media post about management strategies that ...

The Entrepreneur's Path to Financial Freedom

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Roland Frasier and Ryan Diess dive into the fastest ways entrepreneurs can build wealth, focusing on strat...

Why Your Business Can’t Scale Without the Right COO & CFO

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Business Lunch! In today’s episode, Roland dives into one of the biggest reasons businesses fail to scale: hiring the ...

Surviving the AI Revolution: Turning Headwinds into Opportunities

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Business Lunch! Hosts Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier dive deep into the current business landscape, exploring how entrepr...

Navigating Trump’s Tariffs: The Art of Negotiation in a Changing Global Market

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Join Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss as they discuss tariffs as an opportunity, not a challenge, exploring h...

The Newsletter Apocalypse: Survival Strategies for Content Creators

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the changing landscape of media, newsletters, and information...

Branding in the AI Era: Beyond Features and Benefits

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, Roland and Ryan discuss the changing landscape of marketing and branding. In this episode, they exp...

Micro Ownership: A New Way to Motivate Employees

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss explore an innovative "micro ownership" concept that ...

Duo's Demise: Duolingo's Viral Rebranding Stunt

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Ryan and Roland dive into the fascinating world of brand marketing, using Duolingo's rece...

Elon Musk, Risk-Taking, and the Power of High Agency in Business

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the concept of "high agency" - exploring wha...

The Perfect Week: Time Blocking Tips for CEOs

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch with Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss! In this episode, Ryan shares his time blocking strategy, which includes...

The Antidote to Overwhelm: How to Turn Stress into Solutions

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss strategies for managing overwhelm and maintaining h...

Mastering Authentic Brand Storytelling and User-Generated Content

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier dive deep into the power of user-generated content (UGC) an...

The Demise of Google Search and the Rise of Generative AI

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland and Ryan explore the impact of AI on the business landscape, discussing Gartner's ...

Intentionality vs. Drift: Charting Your Path to Success

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the concept of "drift" - the insidious ways in whic...

The Pros and Cons of Musk's "Demon Mode"

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss Elon Musk's unique approach to problem-solving, whe...

Rethinking Corporate Budgeting: Lessons from a CEO's Radical Experiment

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier discuss a recent article about a CEO who overhauled h...

Riding the Waves of Disruption: Trends to Watch in 2025

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland and Ryan engage in a lively discussion about their predictions for the busin...

From Conversations to Cash: The Art of Networking

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In today’s episode, Roland Frasier dives into the concept of turning casual conversations into lucrative...

Beyond Discounts: The Future of Black Friday

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, we dive into the historical context and evolution of Black Friday, exploring how discount...

Overcoming Limiting Beliefs in Business

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the process of setting and achieving amb...

Marketing Missteps: What Went Wrong at TNC?

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss share insights on the challenges faced during the acquisiti...

From Passion Project to Corporate Casualty: The TNC Saga

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss cover the story of Traffic & Conversion Summit (TNC), detailing i...

Luxury Brands, Inflation, and Consumer Choices: A New Reality?

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch with your host Roland Frasier. In today’s episode, we delve into the current state of the luxury market, ...

The New Frontier: AI, Paid Media, and Organic

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the intricacies of search marketing versus p...

Redefining Success Beyond the Financial Spectrum with Craig Siegel

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, we sit down with Craig Siegel, a former Wall Street professional turned motivational spea...

Why Starbucks is Ditching Discounts for Premium Drinks

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In today’s episode, we dive into the latest strategic shift at Starbucks, where the company is moving aw...

Decoding Team Dysfunction and Navigating Conflict

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this session, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the nuances of building a cohesive lea...

Can You Build a Business for Both Cash Flow and a Big Exit?

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Business Lunch! In today’s episode, Roland and Ryan discuss the key differences between building a business for cash f...

Beyond Expertise: Hiring Leaders for Growth

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of the Business Lunch podcast! In this episode, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the complexities of hiring...

How to Live Without Regret: Life, Money, and Choices

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a New Episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, the hosts dive deep into what it means to live intentionally and avoid the most common re...

Founder Mode vs. Manager Mode: Striking the Right Balance

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, we dive into the intriguing dynamics between being in 'founder mode' and 'manager mode' within a bu...

Equity, Conflict, and Opportunity: A Strategic Partnership Breakdown

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the nuances of deal-making. They disse...

The Power of Simplicity in Business Metrics

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into the critical role that metrics and scorecard...