Episodes

In one of the most urgent and eye-opening conversation, Dwayne sits down with Karl Tabbakh—top Canadian business strategist, international dealmaker, and former chair of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce—to unpack the global forces redefining the rules of business, politics, and leadership. Together, they explore what rising geopolitical tension, fractured trade alliances, and shifting world orders mean for entrepreneurs, CEOs, and decision-makers across North America. With experience advising o...

In this bonus Q and A, Jeni Hott sits down with longtime friends to unpack the evolution of online entrepreneurship—from the early days of AOL chat rooms to today's AI-powered marketing tools. Jeni breaks down the four major business models she’s worked in, why she avoids ads (still!), and how she builds evergreen, automated systems that run themselves for months at a time. She shares how she chooses which ideas to pursue, why traffic is everything, and how she’s used the same core strategies f...

In Part 2 of this powerful series, Jeni Hott and host Dwayne Carrigan dive deep into the mindset and mechanics behind magnetic marketing. Jeni unpacks why traditional strategies fail, how to simplify your sales funnel, and how to shift from desperation to authority in your messaging. She breaks down the types of social media posts that actually convert, explains her timeline-based client targeting strategy, and shares how to create a "content vault" that makes your marketing repeatable and scala...

In this deeply inspiring and wide-ranging episode, Dwayne sits down with digital pioneer and serial entrepreneur Jeni Hott. What starts as a casual catch-up unfolds into a powerful conversation about life transitions, emotional intelligence, mindset mastery, and the future of business. Jeni shares her spontaneous decision to uproot her life, her son’s incredible generosity, and the legacy we leave behind—not just in business, but in how we live. They also dive into leadership identity shifts, ho...

In Part 2 of The Business of Doing Business with Emily Williams, we continue the gripping story of her fall and her inspiring rise. After leaving a toxic relationship, Emily found herself homeless. Through the depths of addiction, she reached a turning point—choosing sobriety and a fresh start. This episode delves into the hard truths of addiction, the power of structured recovery, and the mental strength required to rebuild a shattered life. Just when she thought she had overcome the hardest ch...

In this deeply moving episode, Dwayne sits down with Emily Williams to explore her remarkable story. Once a rising star in the equestrian world, Emily's life took a devastating turn following the loss of her mother. Battling grief, addiction, and an abusive relationship, she faced homelessness and despair before making a courageous decision to reclaim her life. This candid conversation delves into the emotional depths of her struggles, the impact of shame and guilt, and the strength it takes to ...

In this powerful continuation of our conversation with Jessica Janzen, author of Bring the Joy, we dive deeper into the transformational power of perspective, purpose, and resilience. Jessica shares deeply personal stories about finding gratitude in everyday struggles, embracing life's "nudges," and how shifting our mindset can unlock joy—even in our darkest moments. We discuss how to reframe challenges, the importance of energy management, and the impact of small, intentional actions. Jessica a...

In this deeply moving and insightful episode of The Business of Doing Business, host Dwayne Kerrigan sits down with Jessica Janzen, a speaker, author, philanthropist, and coach who has dedicated her life to bringing the joy. Jessica shares her extraordinary journey of resilience—from experiencing bullying and battling mental health struggles to facing the heartbreaking loss of her son, Lewiston, to spinal muscular atrophy. Despite unimaginable pain, Jessica embraced a mindset shift that led her...

In Part 2 of our conversation with Alan Stein Jr., we take a deep dive into elite performance principles that apply to business, sports, and life. Alan shares the three key pillars of success—mastering fundamentals, balancing confidence with humility, and focusing on the process over outcome. He also introduces the "Next Play Mentality", a game-changing mindset that helps high performers stay locked in, bounce back from setbacks, and consistently improve. If you're struggling with execution, ov...

In this episode of The Business of Doing Business, Dwayne Kerrigan welcomes Alan Stein Jr., a former basketball performance coach turned corporate keynote speaker and author. Alan shares powerful insights from his journey, including lessons learned from working with elite athletes like Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry, and how those lessons apply to business and life. Alan and Dwayne dive deep into overcoming limiting beliefs, developing an abundance mindset, and shifting perspectives...

In this second part of the conversation with Rod Khleif, the discussion dives deeper into specific real estate investment strategies, the power of mindset in overcoming setbacks, and the importance of self-reflection in personal growth. Rod shares detailed insights about wholesaling, house hacking, and how young investors can get started in real estate. He also opens up about his personal journey of overcoming limiting beliefs and the specific steps he took to rebuild after losing $50 million in...

In this episode, Dwayne sits down with Rod Khleif, a Dutch immigrant turned real estate mogul who has owned over 2,000 houses and thousands of apartment units. Rod shares his journey from humble beginnings to massive success, including losing $50 million in 2008 and rebuilding his empire. He provides valuable insights into multifamily real estate investing, the importance of mindset, and why giving back has been crucial to his success. The conversation covers everything from technical aspects of...

In this powerful episode, serial entrepreneur Mark Bradley shares his journey from tradesman to successful business owner, discussing the psychological aspects of selling a business, the importance of purpose, and strategic approaches to business growth and exit planning. Episode Timeline Introduction and Early Insights (00:00 - 05:00) 00:00 - Opening reflection on business growth and learning 00:13 - Host Dwayne Kerrigan's introduction 01:00 - Discussion on business metrics and simplificatio...

In this insightful episode, entrepreneur Mark Bradley shares his journey from running a landscaping business to developing and selling a successful software company. Learn about implementing balanced scorecards, preparing businesses for sale, and leveraging technology for operational excellence. Episode Timeline Introduction and Background (00:00 - 03:17) 00:00 - Episode introduction and balanced scorecard overview 00:13 - Welcome 00:46 - Introduction of guest Mark Bradley 01:33 - Year in re...

In this episode, Dwayne continues the conversation with Irfan Rajabali, a seasoned entrepreneur with a rich history of growth and success. They explore key entrepreneurial concepts such as continuous assessment and feedback loops, the importance of loving the process, internal and external alignment, handling business growth, and making strategic decisions. Irfan shares invaluable insights into maintaining family harmony in business, managing stress, and prioritizing reinvestment in the business...

In this podcast episode, Dwayne interviews Irfan Rajabali, from EB Box Company, about his journey from a corporate role to leading a family-owned business that became one of Canada's fastest-growing companies for 12 years in a row without a traditional sales team or a modern website. The discussion delves into key aspects of entrepreneurship, such as identifying market gaps, providing additional value, focusing on customer needs, and building scalable processes and teams. Rajabali shares insight...

As we stand at the threshold of a new year, what separates those who merely succeed from those who truly excel? How do we master ourselves before attempting to lead others? Welcome to part 4 of our special series, in this section we're exploring the connection between self-mastery and leadership evolution - insights that couldn't be more timely as we look toward the year ahead. First off, we'll explore the art of mind and self-mastery. At a time when many of us are setting resolutions and plan...

What separates businesses that successfully scale from those that plateau? How do you build systems that drive growth without losing the entrepreneurial spirit that made you successful in the first place? Welcome to part 3 of our series where we're looking at the art and science of scaling businesses and building effective systems. Today, you'll hear from entrepreneurs who've navigated the challenging journey from small operations to thriving enterprises. They share raw insights about the pivo...

What drives truly meaningful success? How do we find purpose in a world of constant change? And what does it take to make a lasting impact? Part 2 is a special compilation episode of The Business of Doing Business where we're bringing together the most powerful insights from our conversations about purpose, holistic success, adaptation and innovation. First, we explore purpose and contribution. You'll hear from guests who've discovered that true purpose often isn't about finding some grand mis...

Welcome to a special holiday edition of the Business of Doing Business. From Christmas Day to New Year's Day, we're bringing you a remarkable four-part series that distills powerful insights from our conversations throughout the year. We've had the privilege of sitting down with extraordinary individuals who've shared their journeys of transformation, growth, and leadership. In this series, we'll explore seven essential themes that emerged from these discussions: how personal crises become cata...

In part two of this compelling conversation on The Business of Doing Business, host Dwayne Kerrigan and Paralympic bronze medalist Jon Thurston dive deeper into the mental aspects of performance, personal growth, and finding purpose through adversity. Key Highlights: The importance of saying "yes" to opportunities, even when faced with uncertainty Jon's approach to managing stress through mindfulness, meditation, and breathing techniques His daily routines, including cold plunging in 40-degr...

In this powerful episode of The Business of Doing Business, host Dwayne Kerrigan sits down with Paralympic bronze medalist Jon Thurston to discuss his extraordinary journey of resilience and determination. Jon Thurston is a first-time Paralympian in wheelchair curling, with quite a list of accomplishments to date. He is a 4-time Provincial Wheelchair Curling Champion, a 3-time World Silver Medallist and a Paralympic Bronze Medallist in the sport of Wheelchair Curling. Jon is born and raised in ...

Discover the game-changing mindset secrets that help elite athletes and business leaders perform at their peak. In this powerful conversation with renowned performance mindset coach Emma Murray, learn how to identify and overcome your "B-game" - those moments when stress, fear, and overwhelm hold you back from reaching your full potential. Emma shares invaluable insights from her experience coaching Olympic athletes, AFL premiership teams, and high-performing executives, including: • Why under...

Breaking free from mental blocks and mastering your mindset - learn powerful techniques used by elite performers to overcome the "B-game" loop. In this deep dive, mindfulness coach Emma Murray reveals how top athletes and business leaders maintain peak performance under pressure. Discover practical strategies to: • Identify and break free from unhelpful thought patterns • Transform anxiety into focused performance • Master the physical and mental shifts needed for peak states • Build consis...