SharkPreneur

<p>Your benefits plan may be getting more expensive for reasons unrelated to better care.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Chris Hamilton, Partner at Hotchkiss Insurance and a healthcare industry expert, who explains why employer health costs keep skyrocketing. He breaks down how misaligned incentives in traditional plans drive inflation and why mid-market employers often have far more control than they realize. You’ll hear practical, modern strategies such as self-funding, direct agreements, and transparency tools that can improve coverage while reducing total costs for both companies and employees.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Key Takeaways:</p><p>→ Traditional compensation structures can incentivize higher premiums rather than better outcomes for employers and employees.</p><p>→ When insurers own PBMs and other components, pricing can become a circular profit engine that justifies ongoing rate hikes. </p><p>→ If you reduce the underlying cost of care, the premium required to fund the plan naturally drops.</p><p>→ The same procedure can vary dramatically in price across facilities, with no reliable correlation to quality.&nbsp;</p><p>→ Employers can contract directly with hospitals and concierge physicians to simplify access, improve care, and reduce both company and employee financial burdens. </p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Chris Hamilton is a Partner at Hotchkiss Insurance in Texas, where he leads the employee benefits consulting practice. He specializes in managing healthcare and insurance costs to improve benefits coverage, reduce expenses, and enhance employee health outcomes. With over a decade of experience in corporate finance, Chris has advised clients across various industries, including private equity and oil &amp; gas. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, working out, attending live music events, and spending time with family.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Connect With Chris:</p><p>Website: <a href="https://hotchkissinsurance.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">https://hotchkissinsurance.com/</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@chrishamiltonbenefitsinsider" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">https://www.youtube.com/@chrishamiltonbenefitsinsider</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chamilton/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: windowtext;">https://www.linkedin.com/in/chamilton/</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>If your business only works when you’re working, it’s time to redesign how it runs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode of <em>Sharkpreneur</em>, Seth Greene interviews Lady Jen Du Plessis, DC, The Scaling Architect, who shares how she went from knowing nothing about mortgages to becoming a top-producing leader who helped fund more than a billion dollars in loans. A celebrated Amazon best-selling author, podcaster, and TV host, she’s helped more than 8,000 entrepreneurs transition from practitioner mode to scalable companies that don’t require daily intervention. She breaks down the mindset shift, systems, and leadership habits that drive real harmony and long-term growth.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><p><strong>→ </strong>Teams can’t execute consistently without documented, repeatable processes.</p><p><strong>→ </strong>People struggle when they aren’t empowered with clear workflows and expectations. </p><p><strong>→ </strong>Scaling a business requires clarity about vision, values, and voice. </p><p><strong>→ </strong>AI is useful, but it can’t replace the human touch.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>→ </strong>Know when to hire using lead indicators and KPIs, not out of desperation. </p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Affectionately known as The Scaling Architect, Lady Jen Du Plessis is the Leading Expert in helping powerhouse business owners create a company that runs smoothly without them - achieving massive revenue growth while gaining more freedom and fulfillment in life with grace and ease.</p><p> </p><p> Who would have ever thought that little "Jenny Who Ain't Got a Penny," now Dame Lady Jen, a member of the Royal House of Cappadocia and the Royal Order of Constantine the Great and Saint Helen, would have become a numerous #1 Amazon best-selling author, host of 3 top ranking podcasts, and producer and host of her TV show Business on the Vine.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong style="color: black;">Connect With Jen:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.ladyjenduplessis.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ladyjenduplessis.com</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenduplessis/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/jenduplessis/</a></p><p>X: <a href="https://x.com/JenDuPlessis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://x.com/JenDuPlessis</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JenDuPlessis22" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/JenDuPlessis22</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenduplessis/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenduplessis/</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p><span style="color: black;">Are you a high-income earner looking to build long-term wealth without spending more time on active investing? Learn the secrets of passive real estate investing and why it’s the key to financial freedom.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode of <em>Sharkpreneur</em>, Seth Greene interviews <span style="color: black;">Whitney Elkins-Hutten, Director of Investor Education at PassiveInvesting.com, Founder of Ashwealth.com, and Author of the #1 Bestseller&nbsp;</span><em style="color: black;">Money for Tomorrow: How to Build and Protect Generational Wealth,&nbsp;who </em><span style="color: black;">shares her journey from accidental real estate investor to expert in passive investing. With a wealth of experience, including a bestselling book&nbsp;</span><em style="color: black;">Money for Tomorrow</em><span style="color: black;">, Whitney explains how high-income earners can transform active income into passive income while capitalizing on cash flow and equity growth. If you’re looking for ways to achieve financial independence, Whitney's insights on real estate investments and market strategies are invaluable.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Passive investing enables high-income earners to focus on their jobs while building wealth through real estate.</span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Diversification across asset classes is crucial for long-term financial success, especially as capital stacks grow. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Market dynamics, such as job and income growth, are critical factors in evaluating investment opportunities. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Deals should have clear paths to capital preservation, cash flow, and equity growth, with tax benefits as a bonus. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">The current economic climate requires patience as investors must navigate volatility and identify genuine opportunities. </span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: black;">Whitney Elkins-Hutten is the Director of Investor Education at&nbsp;PassiveInvesting.com, founder of&nbsp;Ashwealth.com, and author of the award-winning #1 bestseller&nbsp;</span><em style="color: black;">Money for Tomorrow: How to Build and Protect Generational Wealth</em><span style="color: black;">. Through her proven wealth-building framework, Whitney empowers high-earning professionals and business owners to create secure, passive income streams that support a legacy of financial freedom for generations. With over $800MM in assets—including 6,500+ residential units, 15 express car washes, and 2,200+ self-storage units—Whitney guides clients to invest strategically, helping them confidently turn a single $100,000 investment into hundreds of thousands within a few years or millions over decades.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong style="color: black;">Connect With Whitney:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.passiveinvesting.com/welcome-whitney/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.passiveinvesting.com/welcome-whitney/</a></p><p><a href="https://ashwealth.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://ashwealth.com/</a> </p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneyelkinshutten/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneyelkinshutten/</a></p>

<p><span style="color: black;">Looking to raise capital and elevate your business? Discover how proximity, trust, and AI can be game changers in the world of family offices.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode of <em>Sharkpreneur</em>, Seth Greene interviews <span style="color: black;">Richard Wilson, Founder &amp; CEO of Family Office Club, who shares expert insights on navigating the world of family offices, capital raising, and building trust with investors. With 18 years of experience and a reach of 18 million across his social platforms, Richard discusses the power of proximity to highly successful entrepreneurs and how leveraging AI tools can give you an edge in investor relations. Tune in as he unveils the mental models and strategies that have helped him build a thriving community of capital-raisers and investors.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Surrounding yourself with highly successful entrepreneurs and investors elevates your thinking and expands your opportunities. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">The most important aspect of pitching is building trust before presenting. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Pitching without adding value or establishing trust is a common mistake among capital raisers. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Leveraging AI tools can significantly enhance decision-making, messaging, and client engagement for capital raisers. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Live events where investors and capital-raisers can meet face-to-face increase the chances of success by 16 times. </span></p><p><br></p><p>Richard C. Wilson is the founder of the Family Office Club, a global investor community with millions of members and dozens of live events each year, serving professionals in the family office and private wealth sectors. He has built the leading media platform in this niche, including the most-visited website, the top-ranked podcast, and the most-watched YouTube channel dedicated to family offices.</p><p><br></p><p>Richard is also the creator of Investor Super Intelligence, an AI platform that models how investment deals are sourced, evaluated, and closed, based on thousands of investor conversations and real-world deal workflows. He is the author of 13 books, has spoken on over 1,000 stages and podcasts across 20 countries, and runs Billionaires.com, a leading resource on the mental models and strategies of ultra-high-net-worth families.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong style="color: black;">Connect With Richard:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://familyoffices.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://familyoffices.com/</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/familyofficeclub/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/familyofficeclub/</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/familyofficeclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/familyofficeclub</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/familyoffices/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/familyoffices/</a></p><p>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FamilyOfficeClub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@FamilyOfficeClub</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

<p><span style="color: black;">If you’re looking to scale your business without breaking the bank on full-time hires, fractional staffing could be the game-changer you need.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode of <em>Sharkpreneur</em>, Seth Greene interviews <span style="color: black;">Nicole Grinnell, 2x Business Founder of Bosun Solutions and Mic'd Up Booking, who shares her entrepreneurial journey from executive assistant to building a staffing solutions business that helps small businesses thrive. With over nine years of experience, Nicole discusses the benefits of fractional staffing and virtual assistants, offering affordable and flexible solutions for growing companies. Tune in to learn how fractional teams can help you scale your business efficiently, avoid hiring mistakes, and create a well-balanced work-life environment.</span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">There is a growing need for fractional staffing solutions among small businesses. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Fractional teams provide the flexibility to scale without the overhead of full-time employees. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">The difference between traditional staffing and fractional work, and how they complement each other. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">The role of personality assessments in ensuring a successful candidate-client match. </span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">→ </strong><span style="color: black;">Common hiring mistakes small businesses make and how to avoid them. </span></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: black;">Nicole Grinnell comes from a long line of entrepreneurs and small business owners. She is a 2x business owner and launched her first business, Bosun Solutions, in 2017. As the daughter of a small business owner turned corporate executive support, she has unique insight into the needs entrepreneurs and CEOs face when scaling their businesses. Her entire career has been defined by finding a work-life balance, from working for her family business to getting married, having children, and climbing the corporate ladder. She is now married and has two teenage children, and her businesses have grown to $2 million in revenue. Her goal is to help other small businesses succeed.</span></p><p><strong style="color: black;">&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong style="color: black;">Connect With Nicole:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.bosunsolutions.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bosunsolutions.com/</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bosunsolutions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bosunsolutions/</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bosunsolutions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/bosunsolutions/</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/bosunsolutions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/bosunsolutions/</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p>