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Hosted by Scott Hartley · business · EN · 56 episodes
Tired of generic business advice that doesn't move the needle? Tune in to "From The Trenches: Success Shortcuts Revealed By Real-World Innovators Crushing It Right Now" – the podcast that brings you transformational insights from today's most successful entrepreneurs and business owners.We're not here to rehash old theories or give you fluffy motivational speeches. Instead, we're bringing you real, actionable strategies that are working right now in the trenches of business.Each week, we sit down with a different business owner or entrepreneur who's crushing it in their field. These aren't corporate bigwigs or retired CEOs – they're hands-on leaders who are out there every day, making things happen and driving their businesses forward.Our guests share the exact tactics they're using today to dominate in areas like:• Sales: Learn cutting-edge techniques to close more deals and boost your revenue.• Marketing: Discover the latest strategies to reach your ideal customers and stand out
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Signup to Generate a PitchTired of generic business advice that doesn't move the needle? Tune in to "From The Trenches: Success Shortcuts Revealed By Real-World Innovators Crushing It Right Now", the podcast that brings you transformational insights from today's most successful entrepreneurs and business owners. We're not here to rehash old theories or give you fluffy motivational speeches.
From The Trenches is hosted by Scott Hartley. The show has published 56 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Transforming Your Darkest Moments Into Your Greatest Strengths" (16 October 2025, 35 minutes), "How To Double Your Revenue In The Shortest Possible Time" (25 September 2025, 41 minutes), and "When Word of Mouth Isn't Enough" (18 September 2025, 35 minutes).
From The Trenches publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 56 episodes.
Booking probability for From The Trenches is 21%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. From The Trenches requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. From The Trenches's contact route on record: public web form.
The strongest fits for From The Trenches are Business & Management Consulting. From The Trenches has a business audience.
Scott Hartley hosts From The Trenches, a business show with 56 episodes published.
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Episode #55
<p>The path from childhood failure to business success runs straight through your deepest fears. Emmy Award-winning producer Barry Walton proves this truth through his remarkable journey from being held back in third...
Episode #54
<p>Your pricing strategy could be holding back massive growth in your business. In this value-packed episode, consulting expert Michael Zipursky reveals the fastest path to doubling your income - without working more...
Episode #53
<p>Steve Johnson recently had an uncomfortable realization - he was making the exact mistake he helped his clients avoid. </p><p>His own business relied entirely on word-of-mouth referrals, with no clear path for...
Episode #52
<p>Real connection beats digital shortcuts every time. That's the powerful message from Barry Kleiman, a 75-year-old former playground kid who spent 50 years helping executives build authentic relationships in business...
Episode #51
<p>At age 15, Gabe Arnold built his first website for $3,000. By 18, he owned a construction company. But in 2007, that business went bankrupt - teaching him painful but invaluable lessons about what it really takes to...
Episode #50
<p>Effective marketing demands discipline, whether you're spending millions on postage or sending "free" emails. </p><p>Direct response marketing veteran Brian Kurtz reveals how the constraints of direct mail shaped his...
Episode #49
<p>Need to get in front of key decision-makers but hitting walls? </p><p>Former Disney executive Steven Rowell reveals the exact 5-minute conversation technique that helped him land meetings with business icons like Sam...
Episode #48
<p>Poor service costs businesses countless customers and revenue - yet most owners don't realize the extent of the problem. </p><p>Marketing expert Rich Lamendola pulls back the curtain on why service matters more than...
Episode #47
<p>Your schedule shouldn't feel like pushing a boulder uphill. Professional organizer and certified life coach Tracy Hoth reveals her groundbreaking SPASM method for creating a schedule that works with your brain...
Episode #46
<p>Former investigative reporter Ryan Paul Gibson pulls back the curtain on what really drives B2B buying decisions. Through thousands of in-depth customer interviews, he's developed a research framework that helps...
Episode #45
<p>Your next big revenue boost won't come from another expensive lead generation campaign. It's sitting right there in your customer database.</p><p>Marketing veteran David Baer pulls back the curtain on why most...
Episode #44
<p>Most business owners walk past thousands in potential revenue every single day without realizing it. In this eye-opening episode, experienced entrepreneur Emylee Williams reveals her proven "Chase the Breadcrumbs"...
Episode #43
<p>Most businesses waste thousands on complex account-based marketing (ABM) programs that never deliver results. But what if you could build a high-performing ABM system without the hefty price tag?</p><p>Marketing...
Episode #42
<p>Most 12-year-olds make pocket money doing chores. Craig Schulze was different - he engineered a way to earn $25 per hour making gift boxes in the early 90s. That entrepreneurial spirit launched him into a 25-year...
Episode #41
<p>The difference between thriving local businesses and those that struggle often comes down to their Google presence. Marketing expert Rita Suzanne pulls back the curtain on proven strategies to dominate local search...
Episode #40
<p>The single most cost-effective marketing campaign in history turned $66 million into $5.9 billion in free media exposure. While many business owners let personal feelings block them from game-changing strategies...
Episode #39
<p>Most business owners waste thousands on marketing that gets ignored. Nathan Baws takes a different approach - using creative stunts and viral campaigns to generate massive exposure without spending a dime.</p><p>From...
Episode #38
<p>A failed multi-million dollar business. The loss of a child and a father. </p><p>Most entrepreneurs would crumble under such devastating blows. But Rob Lee used these painful experiences to completely reinvent his...
Episode #37
<p>Dog boarding entrepreneur Erin Schnute never planned to build a thriving pet care business. But after stumbling into pet sitting as a side gig, she discovered powerful leadership principles by observing pack...
Episode #36
<p>Businesses spend thousands chasing new leads while ignoring their most valuable asset - their existing customer database. Digital marketing expert Jay Vics pulls back the curtain on proven strategies to reactivate...
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CFO at Parker-Migliorini International, LLC / PMI Foods, Lisbon North Dakota Public Schools
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