<description>&lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley, and ran his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;Since 2012, John has been the host of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast, where he has interviewed hundreds of CEOs, founders, authors, and entrepreneurs, including Peter Diamandis, Adam Grant, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Marie Forleo.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;John is also the Co-founder of Rise25, a company that connects B2B businesses with their ideal clients, referral partners, and strategic partners. They help their clients generate ROI through their done-for-you podcast service.&lt;strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2 dir="ltr"&gt;In this episode…&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;Launching a podcast, navigating a complex industry, or managing personal growth can feel overwhelming, especially with the pressure to stand out or address a dense workload. For many, the quest for uniqueness delays action, while balancing creativity with clarity remains a persistent challenge. In an era of limitless tools and information, finding strategies to streamline efforts while fostering authentic connections is more vital than ever.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;John Corcoran shares invaluable insights on overcoming these challenges, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and purpose. He reveals how custom GPTs can transform dense documents into efficient, searchable resources, offering a practical solution for saving time and effort. Drawing from his own podcasting experience, John advises aspiring hosts to focus on authenticity, asserting that the uniqueness of a podcast lies in the host-guest dynamic, not a perfect concept. Additionally, he credits mentor Rob Castaneda with inspiring him to pause his drinking, demonstrating how personal growth can enhance professional focus and clarity.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p dir="ltr"&gt;Tune in to this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast as Chad Franzen interviews John Corcoran, Co-founder of Rise25, about harnessing past experiences for personal and professional growth. They discuss how John’s involvement in The West Wing inspired storytelling, the transformative potential of custom GPT tools, and how a pause on drinking improved his productivity. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for those seeking to enhance their podcasting journey and personal growth.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

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John Corcoran

Behind the Mic and Beyond With John Corcoran

DEC 18, 202417 MIN
Smart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship Advice

Behind the Mic and Beyond With John Corcoran

DEC 18, 202417 MIN

Description

John Corcoran is a recovering attorney, an author, and a former White House writer and speechwriter to the Governor of California. Throughout his career, John has worked in Hollywood, the heart of Silicon Valley, and ran his boutique law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area, catering to small business owners and entrepreneurs.

Since 2012, John has been the host of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast, where he has interviewed hundreds of CEOs, founders, authors, and entrepreneurs, including Peter Diamandis, Adam Grant, Gary Vaynerchuk, and Marie Forleo.

John is also the Co-founder of Rise25, a company that connects B2B businesses with their ideal clients, referral partners, and strategic partners. They help their clients generate ROI through their done-for-you podcast service.

In this episode…

Launching a podcast, navigating a complex industry, or managing personal growth can feel overwhelming, especially with the pressure to stand out or address a dense workload. For many, the quest for uniqueness delays action, while balancing creativity with clarity remains a persistent challenge. In an era of limitless tools and information, finding strategies to streamline efforts while fostering authentic connections is more vital than ever.

John Corcoran shares invaluable insights on overcoming these challenges, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and purpose. He reveals how custom GPTs can transform dense documents into efficient, searchable resources, offering a practical solution for saving time and effort. Drawing from his own podcasting experience, John advises aspiring hosts to focus on authenticity, asserting that the uniqueness of a podcast lies in the host-guest dynamic, not a perfect concept. Additionally, he credits mentor Rob Castaneda with inspiring him to pause his drinking, demonstrating how personal growth can enhance professional focus and clarity.

Tune in to this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast as Chad Franzen interviews John Corcoran, Co-founder of Rise25, about harnessing past experiences for personal and professional growth. They discuss how John’s involvement in The West Wing inspired storytelling, the transformative potential of custom GPT tools, and how a pause on drinking improved his productivity. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for those seeking to enhance their podcasting journey and personal growth.