The Real Bottom Line

Mar 17 2025 144 ep. 34 mins 3
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Dive into the heart of success with Wendy Brookhouse, the Ultimate Wealth Amplifier, as she delves deep into the 8 pivotal drivers of business triumph. From financial acumen to customer satisfaction, every episode unravels a new secret to achieving unparalleled success. Welcome to Season 4, where we break down the core elements that shape prosperous businesses.

• Financial Performance
• Growth Potential
• The Switzerland Structure
• The Valuation Teeter-Totter
• Recurring Revenue
• Monopoly of Control
• Customer Satisfaction
• Hub & Spoke

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Episode 145 - Stop the Social Media Overload

Mar 17 2025 28 mins  
Guest: M. Shannon Hernandez, Messaging & Marketing Strategist and Founder of Joyful Business Revolution™Episode Summary: Feeling drained by social media? Struggling to see real business results from all your posts? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with M. Shannon Hernandez to talk about a more sustainable, joyful approach to marketing—one that doesn’t leave

Episode 144 - How to Build a Brand Story That Sells

Feb 07 2025 34 mins  
Your business has a story—are you telling it in a way that connects, engages, and drives sales?In this episode of The Real Bottom Line, Wendy Brookhouse sits down with Andrea Sampson, storytelling expert and CEO of Talk Boutique, to break down the art and science of storytelling in business. Whether you're pitching investors, marketing to customers, or leading a team, a compellin

Episode 143 - Maximizing Time, Energy, and Confidence for Entrepreneurs

Jan 23 2025 31 mins  
Welcome to The Real Bottom Line with Wendy Brookhouse. In this episode, Wendy sits down with April Roberts, a high-performance coach for female entrepreneurs, to explore her incredible journey from practising law to building and selling a successful financial planning business.What You’ll Learn:How April transitioned careers and built her financial planning firm from the ground u

Episode 142 - Why Humanity and Emotion Are the New Currency in Writing and Business

Jan 13 2025 42 mins  
What makes a story truly unforgettable? It’s the humanity and emotions behind it. In this episode of The Real Bottom Line, I chat with Crystal Adair-Benning, a prolific ghostwriter and storytelling expert, about why the most impactful content comes from real, human experiences.Crystal opens up about her journey, from ghostwriting her first New York Times bestseller at just 14 to

Episode 141 - Building a Business that Lasts: Marketing Insights from Christine Tolton

Dec 09 2024 34 mins  
In this episode of The Real Bottom Line, I sit down with Christine Tolton, CEO of Red Cat Marketing, as she celebrates 20 years in business. Christine shares her journey from corporate to entrepreneurship, the lessons she’s learned, and her top marketing insights for 2025. Discover how to adapt to changing trends, harness creativity, and build a business that thrives.

Episode 140 - Success is Rarely a Straight Line

Nov 20 2024 35 mins  
Success is rarely a straight line—it’s more like a bowl of spaghetti! In this episode of The Real Bottom Line, I chat with Jackie Dinsmore, a lawyer-turned-serial entrepreneur and investor, about her unconventional journey. Jackie shares how she built two successful businesses, navigated high-stakes exits, and disrupted the legal industry with her innovative approach at Caravel

Episode 139 - Turning Tides in Entrepreneurship: Navigating Post-Pandemic Events

Oct 07 2024 29 mins  
In this special edition of The Real Bottom Line, we’re diving deep into the world of live events and how they’ve evolved since the pandemic. Wendy sits down with three incredible guests—Menna Riley, founder of Leading Ladies Networking, Tyler Hayden, a renowned keynote speaker and author, and Ravi Tangri, a facilitator and expert in soul engineering—to explore how live even

Episode 138 - How to Build a Business That Runs Without You

Sep 12 2024 29 mins  
In this episode of The Real Bottom Line, I sit down with Talmar Anderson, founder of Boss HQ, to discuss one of the most crucial aspects of scaling any business—building the right team. Talmar shares her journey from being the "number two" in law firms to becoming a successful entrepreneur, and she breaks down the key difference between your Dream Team and your Freedom Team.We di

Episode 137 - Building, Scaling, and Selling: Lessons from Julie Ellis of Mabel's Labels

Sep 03 2024 29 mins  
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Real Bottom Line, I sit down with Julie Ellis, co-founder of Mabel’s Labels, to discuss her incredible journey from corporate life to building an eight-figure business and ultimately selling it. Julie shares candid insights into the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the importance of speed in a competitive market, and the emotion

Episode 136 - The Sale Of A 35-Year Business with Donna Alteen

Aug 27 2024 36 mins  
Insights from Selling a 35-Year Business: A Conversation with Donna AlteenIn this episode of 'The Real Bottom Line,' host Wendy welcomes her guest Donna Alteen, a seasoned entrepreneur who shares her extensive experience in running and eventually selling her business after 35 years. Donna emphasizes the importance of early planning, setting up a leadership team, and engaging financ