Many businesses grow rapidly at first, only to hit a wall when the founder unknowingly becomes the main obstacle to scaling.

In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Sam Goodner, an Entrepreneur, Investor, Author, and Coach who has spent decades building and scaling successful companies. Sam shares the leadership principles behind his bestselling book Like Clockwork: Run Your Business with Swiss Army Precision, revealing how clarity, repeatability, and disciplined systems drive operational scalability. Drawing from his experience scaling companies like Catapult Systems and helping to build the world’s largest parking technology company, Sam explains how founders can break through growth plateaus and create businesses that run smoothly without them.

Key Takeaways:

→ True scalability begins with complete clarity throughout organizations.

→ Military leadership principles translate surprisingly well into business practices.

→ Operational scalability depends on clarity, repeatability, and time.

→ Founders should create a sales playbook before hiring their first salesperson.

→ Documenting best practices makes growth easier to replicate and teach.

Sam Goodner is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, and mentor known for leveraging technology to tackle complex business challenges. A dual citizen of Switzerland and the United States, his career ranges from serving as a mountain infantry officer in the Swiss Army to becoming an Inc. 500 CEO and Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

He founded Catapult Systems in 1993 and grew it into a prominent Microsoft systems integrator before its acquisition in 2013. During this time, he also launched and sold several software and digital companies, including PowerDOC, Inquisite, Mobile Alchemy, and Slingrock.

Sam later helped grow FlashParking into a billion-dollar company as president and chief strategy officer. Now retired from daily operations, he focuses on mentoring entrepreneurs and sharing insights from his decades of experience.

Connect With Sam:

Website: http://www.samgoodner.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samgoodner/

What happens when the business you built becomes your identity, and then it disappears?

In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Alan Underwood, a coach and mentor, who shares his powerful journey that transformed his life and career. After losing his business and facing deep personal struggles, Alan rebuilt his life around purpose, identity, and community support for high-performing men and entrepreneurs. Today, he helps leaders rediscover meaning, rebuild relationships, and create a legacy that goes far beyond just financial success.

Key Takeaways:

→ How to turn failure into a turning point and define what success means to you.

→ Many entrepreneurs and executives achieve success only to encounter burnout, loneliness, and a sense of meaninglessness.

→ Without clarity on who you are and who you want to become, even the best strategy will fall short.

→ Learning to change perspective can reveal solutions that once seemed out of reach.

→ Small daily choices about who you are becoming can gradually shape the life and legacy you want.

Alan Underwood is a sought-after coach, capital strategist, and entrepreneur who helps high achievers align identity, vision, and legacy. As founder of Alan Underwood, he works with entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders to connect inner purpose with outer performance, blending high-performance strategy with personal transformation. A devoted father of eight and licensed pilot, Alan also serves as Arizona Wing Leader for Angel Flight West, coordinating volunteer missions that fly patients to life-saving medical care at no cost. Whether teaching elite mindset, legacy-based leadership, or real estate strategy, Alan inspires others to lead with purpose and live in alignment.

Connect With Alan:

Website: https://thealanunderwood.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealanunderwood/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-alan-underwood/

Hormonal imbalances impact more than just sexual health; they can significantly change your mood, energy, and overall well-being.

In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Jay Campbell, founder of BioLongevity Labs, who shares his journey from suffering a life-changing injury to becoming a global authority on hormone optimization. Jay discusses how hormones like testosterone, peptides, and bioidentical regulators are crucial in transforming energy levels, brain function, and athletic recovery. As the founder of BioLongevity Labs, Jay educates listeners on how modern environmental factors contribute to widespread hormonal imbalances and offers solutions to address the root causes of illness instead of just masking symptoms.

Key Takeaways:

→ Testosterone therapy can significantly boost energy and mood.

→ Peptides and bioidentical hormones target the root cause of hormonal imbalances.

→ Environmental contaminants significantly impact hormonal health.

→ Many people experience hormonal imbalance without even realizing it.

→ Optimizing hormones enhances brain function and physical performance.

Jay Campbell is a 5-time international best-selling author, men's physique champion, and the Owner and Co-Founder of BioLongevity Labs. Widely recognized as an expert in hormonal optimization, therapeutic peptides, and biohacking for health and performance, Jay is dedicated to helping people break free from the failing "sick care" system and take charge of their health. His journey started after a sports injury led him to rethink traditional health approaches. Through years of intensive research and personal experience, he discovered the power of therapeutic testosterone and peptides—two transformative tools that changed his life and health. As the founder of BioLongevity Labs, Jay leads a revolution by offering cutting-edge peptides and bioregulators to promote cellular regeneration, hormonal balance, and metabolic health. His mission is to inspire and empower others to optimize their health, reverse aging, and realize their full physical, mental, and emotional potential.

Connect with Jay:

Website: https://jaycampbell.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycampbell333/

X: https://x.com/JayCampbell333

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JayCampbell333/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayccampbell/