Fastlane Founders and Legacy with Jason Barnard: Personal Branding, AI Strategies, and SEO Insights for Visionary CEOs

Josh Davis talks with Jason Barnard about scaling past grit. What got you here won't get you there—and Josh Davis knows this better than most. In this episode of Fastlane Founders and Legacy, we sit down with Josh Davis, a 5x founder and turnaround expert who scaled his logistics startup to acquisition in just 3 years. Drawing from his experience building and exiting multiple companies, Josh reveals the exact moment grit stopped working and what replaced it. 🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS: ✓ Grit gets you to $1M—but systems, people, and delegation get you beyond✓ Account management over acquisition: expand existing customers before hunting new ones✓ Hire for attitude, character, and values—skills can be taught✓ A rigorous hiring process with real-world test projects reduces hiring failure✓ The $1M ceiling is typically a leadership problem, not a strategy problem✓ The shift from working IN the business to working ON the business is transformational 🎖️ GUEST: Josh Davis | Co-Founder & CEO, JL Davis Enterprises #FastlaneFounersAndLegacy #Entrepreneurship #BusinessScaling #Startups #Founders #Leadership #BusinessExit #Scaling #JoshDavis #EntrepreneurJourney #BusinessStrategy #Delegation #GritAndGrace #FounderMindset #BusinessAdvisory #ScaleUp #EntrepreneurialMindset Links to pieces of content relevant to this topic:Josh Davis Join Josh Davis and Jason Barnard for this week’s episode of Fastlane Founders and Legacy! Scheduled for 18 November 2025 at 18 H CET (Paris) The event is 100% free: Book your place (free) >> Set a reminder on YouTube >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GZr-jaH54s Organized by Kalicube®.

Tom Freiling talks with Jason Barnard about the authority engine. Is Publishing a Book Your Authority Engine? Publishing isn't just about book sales—it's about building unstoppable authority, discoverability, and legacy in the AI era. In this episode, Jason Barnard sits down with Tom Freiling, founder of Freiling Agency and veteran publisher, to reveal why writing a book is the fastest way to establish yourself as an expert in your field. Discover how books unlock opportunities that podcasts and social media can't: speaking engagements, media appearances, high-stakes algorithmic visibility, and long-term credibility that compounds for years. Tom shares the truth about self-publishing vs. traditional publishing, the AI writing debate, and the real timeline for launching your book. The takeaway: If you want algorithmic authority and human credibility, a published book is your most powerful asset. #AuthorityEngine #Publishing #BookAuthor #Authority #Discoverability #ThoughtLeadership #FastLaneFounders #JasonBarnard #Kalicube #AuthorEntrepreneur Links to pieces of content relevant to this topic:Tom Freiling Join Tom Freiling and Jason Barnard for this week’s episode of Fastlane Founders and Legacy! Scheduled for 11 November 2025 at 18 H CET (Paris) The event is 100% free: Book your place (free) >> Set a reminder on YouTube >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeYqnU7jczs Organized by Kalicube®.

Peter Goldstein talks with Jason Barnard about integration over balance. Is balance overrated? In this compelling episode of Fastlane Founders and Legacy, we sit down with Peter Goldstein, seasoned CEO, entrepreneur, and author of The Entrepreneur's IPO, who challenges conventional wisdom about work-life balance. With 35+ years of experience building businesses, taking companies public, and scaling enterprises across three continents, Peter reveals why integration—not balance—is the key to sustained success and avoiding burnout. Drawing from his Wall Street insights and personal journey from the trading floors to leading companies globally, Peter shares battle-tested strategies for CEOs and founders seeking to: ✅ Unlock your natural 15% sweet spot and scale the rest✅ Build systems and processes that protect your values during aggressive growth✅ Master self-leadership and embodied leadership for sustainable performance✅ Design your life intentionally around what matters most✅ Navigate high-stakes decisions without sacrificing well-being or mission This conversation delivers pragmatic frameworks for CEOs who want to grow their business tenfold without losing themselves in the process. Peter's approach combines rigorous business discipline with holistic leadership—proving that the most successful entrepreneurs aren't those working 12-hour days, but those working with intention, integration, and impact. Discover why integration is the ultimate competitive advantage for founders, CEOs, and high-performing leaders. #IntegrationOverBalance #LeadershipDevelopment #SelfLeadership #CEOGrowth #Entrepreneurship #IPO #StartupScaling #BusinessStrategy #Fastlane #LeadershipCoaching #WallStreet #BusinessLeadership #JasonBarnard #PeterGoldstein Links to pieces of content relevant to this topic:Peter Goldstein Join Peter Goldstein and Jason Barnard for this week’s episode of Fastlane Founders and Legacy! Scheduled for 04 November 2025 at 18 H CET (Paris) The event is 100% free: Book your place (free) >> Set a reminder on YouTube >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt4vMVaPFfc Organized by Kalicube®.

David Steele talks with Jason Barnard about multifaceted entrepreneurship. What if you could run multiple successful businesses while working just 25 hours a week? In this episode, Jason Barnard sits down with David Steele, founder and CEO of One Wealth Advisors (managing over $1 billion in assets) and executive chairman of Flour + Water Hospitality Group (7 restaurants and growing). Drawing from 34 years of entrepreneurial experience across finance, hospitality, and the arts, David reveals why building generational companies beats chasing venture-backed unicorns—and how "delegate to elevate" can transform your work-life balance. This conversation delivers battle-tested strategies for entrepreneurs managing multiple passions, showing you how to scale without burnout, hire for determination over talent, and why AI won't replace human connection in business. Catch this episode to discover how slow, intentional growth creates lasting wealth while others chase quick exits. #Entrepreneurship #MultifacetedLeadership #GenerationalBusiness #WealthManagement #Hospitality #DelegateToElevate #AIResistantBusiness #LegacyBuilding #CEOCoaching #BusinessStrategy Links to pieces of content relevant to this topic:David Steele Join David Steele and Jason Barnard for this week’s episode of Fastlane Founders and Legacy! Scheduled for 28 October 2025 at 18 H CET (Paris) The event is 100% free: Book your place (free) >> Set a reminder on YouTube >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NER326942QY Organized by Kalicube®.

Jonathan Kazarian talks with Jason Barnard about events ROI. Can events do more than fill seats? Absolutely. In this episode of Fastlane Founders and Legacy, Jason Barnard and Jonathan Kazarian (Founder and CEO of Accelevents) unpack how to maximize event ROI by transforming offline participation into online authority. You’ll learn how smart event strategies can: Boost your brand visibility on Google and AI search Build credibility with both humans and algorithms Extend event content for year-round impact Connect attendees and sponsors more effectively through digital tools Whether you’re an entrepreneur, event organizer, or B2B marketer, this conversation lays out proven frameworks to make every event work harder for your brand. Watch until the end to learn how events can shape your digital footprint and create measurable business growth that lasts long after the lights go down. #EventROI #EventTech #AIMarketing #JasonBarnard #JonathanKazarian #BrandVisibility #EventStrategy #SEO Links to pieces of content relevant to this topic:Jonathan Kazarian Join Jonathan Kazarian and Jason Barnard for this week’s episode of Fastlane Founders and Legacy! Scheduled for 21 October 2025 at 18 H CET (Paris) The event is 100% free: Book your place (free) >> Set a reminder on YouTube >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GO2q2PIDEfg Organized by Kalicube®.