The Kronos Group Podcast

In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie sits down with entrepreneur and investor Tim Delaney for a real-world conversation about buying businesses, building cash flow, and creating financial independence without chasing hype. Tim shares how buying an existing liquor store — not a startup, not a tech company — became the foundation for long-term wealth, real estate ownership, and operational freedom. Together, Jerry and Tim break down what most people misunderstand about entrepreneurship and why boring, unsexy businesses are often the smartest path forward. You'll learn: Why buying an existing business can beat starting from scratch How SBA 7(a) loans actually work in real deals The importance of seller financing and deal structure Why "passive income" is mostly a myth The discipline required to run and scale a real business How small operational changes can dramatically increase profit This episode is for operators, founders, and aspiring business owners who want practical insight — not motivational noise. If you're a business owner and want to see if you're a fit to join a Kronos Group cohort, you can schedule a discovery call here: Schedule A Call The Kronos Group is a peer-to-peer advisory community for operators who want better decision-making, sharper execution, and stronger businesses — built through shared experience. Website: The Kronos Group YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheKronosGroup LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrybrazie/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrybrazie/

What if you could stop wasting time shopping, stop doing laundry, and still look incredible every day? This week on The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie sits down with Anya Cheng, the founder and CEO of Taelor Style — an AI-powered menswear rental and styling service changing the way busy men dress. Anya and Jerry dive deep into: How Taelor Style uses AI to predict fashion preferences and eliminate overproduction The real story behind building a startup from the ground up (and the truth about imposter syndrome) The future of fashion, tech, and entrepreneurship in the AI era It's an inspiring look at grit, innovation, and the mindset needed to build something that matters. If you're a business owner or entrepreneur looking to grow, scale, or find real accountability in your journey, The Kronos Group was built for you. Join our network of leaders, operators, and founders who are working together to solve real business problems, share hard-earned lessons, and build stronger companies. Learn more or apply to join at www.thekronosgroup.org About The Guest: Anya Cheng is the Founder & CEO of Taelor, an AI-powered men's clothing subscription service promoting sustainable fashion. A Silicon Valley entrepreneur, she has been recognized among "Girls in Tech 40 Under 40" for her expertise in tech product management and marketing. Anya played a pivotal role in launching Facebook and Instagram Shopping at Meta, led new business expansion at eBay, and helped grow McDonald's global food delivery. She also shaped Target's mobile commerce and has led teams in AI, e-commerce product management, and marketing across Fortune 500 companies. Anya's award-winning venture, Taelor AI, was named one of the Bay Area's Most Innovative Startups to Watch by Business Journal and is backed by early investors in NVIDIA, TikTok, Facebook, Lyft, and Spotify. Anya's work has earned her 30+ prestigious tech and marketing awards. A best-selling author and two-time TEDx speaker, she teaches at Northwestern University and is a popular keynote speaker worldwide. She holds a Master's in Integrated Marketing Communications from Northwestern University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Learn more: https://www.taelor.style Follow Jerry Brazie & The Kronos Group on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube for more episodes on business, mindset, and real-world entrepreneurship.

This episode goes deep — business, fatherhood, purpose, creative talent, and what it really takes to scale without losing yourself. Jonathan Grzybowski, co-founder of PENJI, joins Jerry Brazie to talk about: Bootstrapping a creative subscription service into an Inc. 5000 company Why so many entrepreneurs get burned hiring creative talent The communication gap that destroys projects before they even start Why simplicity and solving one clear problem always wins The real reason founders stay stuck (hint: ego + trying to do everything yourself) How becoming a dad reshapes the way you lead, work, and make decisions Why entrepreneurship feels lonely — and how peer groups change everything This is one of the most grounded, transparent conversations we've had on the show — a mix of raw entrepreneurship, humility, and the purpose that comes with raising a family while building something meaningful. If you're a business owner doing $1M–$25M a year, trying to scale without losing your sanity, this episode will hit home. Learn more about The Kronos Group peer advisory boards: https://thekronosgroup.org Entrepreneurship is hard. You don't have to do it alone.

If you want real support from real operators — not theory — you can learn more about joining The Kronos Group. Podcast breakdown: This week's conversation is a deep dive into something every entrepreneur faces — the battle between doing it alone and getting the right guidance. And as Jerry says in the episode… independence is the superpower that builds a business and the same trait that can quietly destroy it. In this episode, we break down: Why so many business owners ignore advice that could save them How accountability changes your decisions (and your outcomes) Why fierce independence needs to be paired with mentorship Real stories of businesses that collapsed because the owner waited too long Why peer-to-peer groups create clarity, confidence, and speed How young founders can avoid years of unnecessary mistakes What it really feels like to build a business in 2025 If you're a business owner, operator, or entrepreneur who wants to grow without losing years to trial and error… this conversation will hit home.

You're passionate. You're working hard. But you're stuck. PJ Glassey, owner of Xgym, has lived the founder grind—building a fitness business from the ground up. In this episode of The Kronos Group Podcast, Jerry Brazie dives deep with PJ about what it really takes to grow a gym that doesn't rely on you showing up every day. This isn't a flashy marketing play. It's systems, resilience, and real lessons from 20+ years in the fitness industry. Topics we cover: How PJ built a brand without sacrificing his health the moment he realized he had to stop doing everything himself Why most gym owners burn out before they break through Creating predictable revenue in an unpredictable industry If you're a founder, fitness entrepreneur, or just tired of doing everything on your own — this one's for you.