Amy Franko

I call it FSO — Figuring Stuff Out. It’s the cycle of entrepreneurship: Discovery. Setback. Reinvention. My journey’s been a rollercoaster of frustrations, successes, and hard-earned lessons. But here’s what I’ve learned: There’s real joy and growth in tackling things head-on. Every setback? It wasn’t the end. It was the start of a comeback fueled by tenacity and a refusal to quit. The tough moments forced me to adapt, innovate, and grow in ways I never expected. If you’re a CEO, remember this: Doing hard things daily builds confidence. It builds resilience. And it changes you — in life and in leadership. Growth isn’t just about success. It’s about embracing the process. Learning from failure. Evolving, again and again. That fear of the unknown? It’s not a warning.  It’s a launchpad for growth and innovation. So if you’re in the thick of your own “FSO” cycle, keep going. The growth on the other side is worth it. I’d love to hear: What’s one lesson your setbacks have taught you? Comment below. I'm David Trent. I help CEOs scale, grow and prep for a successful exit. If you're navigating your next chapter as a business owner... Join us at one of our TrentSuccess Roundtables.  Because smart CEOs don’t have to figure it out alone. Check out trentsuccess.com to learn more. #Entrepreneurship #CEOGrowth #Leadership #Resilience #TrentSuccess

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Make an IMPACT: 3 Steps to Get and Keep Clients If you missed last night’s Get Paid to Speak 2025 webinar hosted by NSA Ohio, here’s a quick recap of what I shared on the expert panel. Whether you’re a speaker, coach, or consultant, getting paid once is great—but getting paid again and again is where the real impact happens. Here are 3 steps that consistently work: 🔹 Lead with Intention You’re not just selling a service; you’re offering transformation. Start with your why. Passion builds trust. Values build connection. That’s what makes you memorable and referable. 🔹 Align with People & Problems. Every client has a challenge. Show how your message solves it. → Listen first → Tailor your solution → Use AI to research their pain points → Be responsive and easy to work with. 🔹 Stay Strategically Visible Marketing isn’t a rescue; it’s a rhythm. → Build relationships before asking for business → Post consistently, follow up, speak up → Visibility creates opportunity. Consistency keeps it coming. 💡 Communicate your value if you want to make an impact and get more paid clients. Lead with intention. Solve real problems. Stay visible. Ready to advance your speaking or professional services business? I provide tailored coaching and training to help you communicate effectively and grow purposefully: https://lnkd.in/grbN-EBc #ClientSuccess #MakeAnImpact #CommunicationSkills

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Your board is one of your nonprofit’s most important leadership assets. So why not approach recruitment and onboarding with the same care and strategy you give fundraising and programming? According to Boardsource 2021 Leading with Intent study; only 25% of organizations considered field specific knowledge as a high priority when recruiting new board members. Here are a few hits and highlights of what you can do or should be doing to recruit quality board members, implement training, and foster leadership growth opportunities. ⬇️ 🔹 Create a defined process for identifying, vetting, and inviting new board members. Set clear timelines each year for recruitment, nominations, and onboarding.     Be intentional about who you bring in by performing a roster audit and measure it against your current strategic initiatives as well as the bylaws. 🔹 Identify specific skills, backgrounds, and experiences your board needs to advance your mission. Recruitment shouldn’t be based on who’s nearby or says “yes” – focus on what the organization truly needs now and, in the future, to ensure the right people are filling board seats.     Clarify expectations from day one  🔹 Start the relationship off right with a signed board commitment form. Explain the expectations of board service, time commitment, financial commitment, fundraising participation, program involvement, and special event support.   🔹 Take a field trip to see the mission in action.     Make onboarding meaningful   🔹 Ask new members what they’re most excited about and have them serve on a committee that is aligned with what they are excited about as well as their skill set when applicable.    An effective board service doesn’t begin at the first meeting - it starts with how you recruit, welcome, and equip people for their role. When you lead with clarity, structure, and connection, your board becomes more than a group of volunteers - they become partners in driving your mission forward. Does recruitment or onboarding feel overwhelming at times? Let Elevated Momentum guide you through the process. Give us a call: (833)-538-8669 or send us an email: info@elevatedmomentum.com  

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Discover how to transform your sales team into a powerhouse of motivation and collaboration! In “9 Ways to Build a Positive Sales Culture”, author Megan Totka shares practical strategies—from hiring right to boosting self-esteem—that inspire growth, teamwork, and client trust. Read more to energize your sales success! https://shorturl.at/4aQcd

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Many sales professionals are fearful of using text messaging in the sales process. However, the key to successful utilization is using text messaging in the right way, at the right time, with the right messaging. Check out these tips! #sales #salestraining #sellmore

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Most businesses do not intentionally half-implement EOS. It usually happens slowly. Meetings slip. Scorecards lose credibility. Rocks become overloaded. Leaders stop holding the line. In this episode, I walk through the practical consequences of partial EOS use, and what leaders can do to restore clarity, accountability & momentum. We look closely at the role of leadership discipline, LMA, and recommitting to the fundamentals. 💡 The hidden costs of half-using EOS 💡 Why leadership consistency matters more than enthusiasm 💡 How LMA strengthens accountability across the business 💡 Practical steps to get EOS working properly again If your business feels busy but not moving forward, this episode offers a clear, steady way back to traction. Listen to the episode: https://lnkd.in/gBJ3bCai #BetterBusinessBetterLife #EOSImplementer #BusinessAction

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Master Deal Closures: Predict Your Sales Success! Learn how to accurately forecast deal closure likelihood with our sales team's expert insights! Discover pipeline stages, understand deal dynamics, and improve your forecasting accuracy. Get ready to close more deals and boost your sales performance! #SalesForecasting #DealClosure #SalesStrategy #PipelineManagement #SalesPerformance #BusinessGrowth #SalesTips #ForecastingAccuracy #SalesProcess #SalesManagement

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In this episode of Scaling in Public, Lee Kantor and Stone Payton are joined by coach Mike Brunnick to discuss strategies for scaling Business RadioX® by partnering with coaching organizations and certifying agencies. They emphasize refining their ideal client profile—service-oriented coaches, consultants, and executives seeking authority and meaningful connections. The conversation explores overcoming traditional networking challenges, leveraging in-studio experiences, and experimenting with hybrid and roadshow models for expansion. The episode highlights the importance of clear messaging, authentic relationship-building, and value alignment in growing a business network. Maggie Ishak Todd Howard Trisha Stetzel #Coaching

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