Hark Herold brings three decades of military precision to the entrepreneurial world. As a retired U.S. Air Force colonel turned EOS implementer, Hark shares how his leadership experience in high-stakes environments—from coordinating air operations in Desert Storm to overseeing base recovery during rocket attacks in Iraq—shaped his approach to business.

Now, he empowers small and medium-sized businesses to build clarity, cohesion, and execution with the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). In this episode, Hark explains why leadership alignment is non-negotiable, how ego can cripple growth, and what it means to have the “right people in the right seats.” He also highlights resources available for veteran-owned businesses and shares why coaching is essential, even when all the tools are already at your fingertips.

Want to learn more about Hark Herold's work? Check out their website at https://www.eosworldwide.com/hark-herold.

Connect with Hark Herold on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeharkherold/.

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Hillary Gale didn’t just pivot careers—she rewrote the script entirely. A former college writing teacher, she stepped away from academia, launched a one-woman marketing firm, and then discovered she was pregnant—all within days. With nine months on the clock, she had to lead fast, build smart, and carve out space for maternity leave while launching Moneta Copy.

In this episode, Hillary breaks down how strong writing skills are foundational to leadership. She challenges the myth that good writing must follow rigid rules, arguing instead for authenticity, emotion, and real connection. Craig and Hillary dig into what makes content persuasive, how AI is changing the writing landscape, and why personal voice still matters.

Her story is a lesson in resilience and resourcefulness. She didn’t wait for permission to lead—she made the deadline non-negotiable. If you’re a business owner relying on stale content and ChatGPT shortcuts, this conversation will remind you that powerful words—and clear leadership—still win.

Want to learn more about Hillary Gale's work? Check out her website at https://monetacopy.com.

Connect with Hillary Gale on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary-meehan/.

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Want to learn more about Craig Andrew's work at allies4me? Check out his website at https://allies4me.com/.

Donovan Ryckis is leading a healthcare revolution—one grounded in leadership, accountability, and total transparency. As CEO of Ethos Benefits, he exposes the broken incentives in traditional benefits brokerage, where rising premiums often pad broker commissions. His fiduciary approach flips the model: no backdoor deals, no hidden fees, and no vague renewals. Just clear numbers and bold decisions.

In this episode, Donovan walks through how he saved a client from a 37% rate hike—without cutting coverage. He explains how ERISA laws make employers responsible for plan decisions, even if they don't understand them. He also breaks down how healthcare lawsuits are forcing CEOs, CFOs, and HR leaders to take their fiduciary duties seriously—or face legal consequences.

Donovan doesn’t talk about leadership in theory—he practices it by telling hard truths, navigating complex data, and challenging a system rigged for opacity. This episode is a must-listen for any leader responsible for a company’s healthcare decisions.

Want to learn more about Donovan Ryckis' work? Check out his website at https://www.EthosBenefits.com.

Connect with Donovan Ryckis on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/donovanryckis.

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Want to learn more about Craig Andrew's work at allies4me? Check out his website at https://allies4me.com/.