Business Lunch
Episodes
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...
Generational Dynamics: Seasoned Insights for Young Leaders
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch with your host, Roland Frasier, featuring guests John and Maria Assaraf. Today, we explore the shift from k...
The Secret to Authentic Connections (For People Who Hate Networking!)
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland and Ryan dive into the world of networking—something that many dread but is cruc...
Building a Multi-Million Dollar Empire with Sam Khorramian
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch with Roland Frasier! Today, we have an incredible guest—Sam Khorramian, a visionary entrepreneur and real...
The New Era of Private Equity
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In today’s enlightening discussion, Roland and Ryan delve into the evolving landscape of private equity,...
The Power of Pillar Content and Discovery Ads for YouTube Virality
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive deep into leveraging YouTube for business growth, high...
How Equity Consulting Can 10X Business ROIs
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, join Roland Frasier and his business partner Ryan Deiss as they unpack the insights and strategies ...
The Impact of AI on Business Growth
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, hosts Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier delve deep into the practical applications and the realistic ex...
The Fine Line Between Clickbait and Effective Marketing
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch with Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss! Today, we dive deep into the nuances of direct response marketing, the ...
The Art of Curating Your Advisory Board
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Ryan Deiss and Roland Frasier dive into the importance of community, especially for...
The Power of Cold Outreach in Business Acquisitions with Jesse Jackson
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier sits down with Jesse Jackson, one of his business partners and a successfu...
Retire Early or Live Fully? The FIRE Debate
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In today's discussion, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss dive into the nuances of the FIRE (Financial In...
Duolingo’s Secret to Keeping You Hooked
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss have a discussion about the genius behind Duolingo's market...
Scaling a Business Through Effective Tax Management with John Briggs
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this session, we dive into the complexities of tax management and business scaling with John Briggs, a ...
The Power of Mindset: DeAnna Rogers' Business Journey
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, Roland Frasier sits down with his longtime friend and business partner, DeAnna Rogers. Together, th...
Walking The Line: Personal Growth, Family, and Entrepreneurship
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss the real-life challenges of entrepreneurship, personal growth...
Insights on Branding, Business, and Work/Life Balance
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, we’re looking back at some of Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss’ discussions. They cover the Hermes...
Streamlining for Success: Lessons from Amazon's Playbook
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss key strategies for maximizing business effici...
Navigating Business Challenges: Lessons from Amazon's Leadership Shift
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a New Episode of Business Lunch! This episode is all about the transformative leadership strategies employed by Andy Jassy, the CEO of Amaz...
The Ethics of Outsourcing Yourself
05 Jul 2024
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...
Eric Worre’s $25 Million Studio: A Leap of Faith
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! Today, Roland Frasier is joined by the renowned network marketing expert, Eric Worre. In this episode, Eri...
Tips to Recession-Proof Your Business Strategy
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch! In this episode, hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss discuss essential strategies for businesses to not ju...
From Lead to Sale: Proven Strategies to Shorten Sales Cycles
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch with Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss! In today's episode, we dive deep into the critical challenges of lead c...
Words Shaping the Future: Insights from Top Commencement Speeches
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch with hosts Roland Frasier and Ryan Deiss. In this episode, we discuss the importance of shifting from a vic...
Managing Like Musk and Bezos: Unconventional Leadership in Tech
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a new episode of Business Lunch. In today’s episode, we dive into the unorthodox management styles of tech titans like Jeff Bezos and Elo...