John Caplan has built billion-dollar platforms, transformed global financial infrastructure, and helped millions of entrepreneurs access international markets. But his story isn’t just about success. It’s about restlessness, failure, truth-telling, and building with purpose.

In this conversation, John shares:

- Why most companies fail (and how timing kills good ideas)

- How Payoneer empowers small business owners in 190 countries

- The mindset shift needed to scale a company past $100M

- How to build a culture where failure is rewarded, and impact is everything

- The overlooked truth about leadership, ambition, and legacy

If you're an entrepreneur, CEO, or builder trying to create something meaningful, this one will hit deep.

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In this episode of Show Your Value, Lee Benson sits down with educator and founder of Apogee Strong, Matt Beaudreau, for a direct conversation about what's broken in the school system and how families can take control of their children's future.

Matt has spoken to over 250,000 people and worked with organizations like the U.S. Air Force, Stanford, Honeywell, and more. He shares how his personal journey through the system led him to question everything and create a new path focused on values, character, and freedom.

What You’ll Learn:

- Why school trains obedience, not value creation

- The real reason kids feel lost after graduation

- How to build confident, capable children at home

- Why most education reform fails before it starts

- What true leadership looks like across generations

This conversation goes beyond theory. Lee and Matt dive into what it actually takes to create a value-centered household, how to restore the role of parents in education, and why fitness and integrity are non-negotiables for growth.

If you’re a parent, entrepreneur, or leader, this episode will challenge how you think about success, fulfillment, and what it means to raise the next generation.

Connect with Matt Beaudreau
Website: https://apogeestrong.com
Email: matt@apogeestrong.com
Instagram: @mattbeaudreau

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I sit down with Frederik Pferdt, Google’s first Chief Innovation Evangelist and author of What’s Next Is Now, to unpack how we create the future, not wait for it.

We talk about the difference between mindset vs. mind state, how to shape your life through intentional emotion, and what it really means to live "future ready." This isn’t about goal-setting or five-year plans. It’s about how you show up now, and why emotional clarity, expansive empathy, and radical curiosity are your real competitive advantages.

We also explore:

- Why most people plan for a future that never comes

- How community can change your trajectory (and why it’s dying)

- The 6 dimensions of a future-ready leader

- How to build a culture of innovation (including what Frederik pioneered at Google)

- Why “letting go” may be your biggest growth unlock

- How to discover your Dimension X (aka your superpower)

This conversation is for leaders, creators, and families who are tired of empty success and ready to build a life and legacy of true value.

Grab Frederik's book: “What’s Next Is Now”
Listen to his podcast: “The Future Is How”
Subscribe to Frederik’s NEXTletter: your 1-on-1 meeting with your future

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Trust either builds your business or breaks it, there’s no middle. In this episode, I sit down with Matt Ebert, founder of Crash Champions, who scaled from one collision shop with no capital to a $2 billion national powerhouse. We break down what it really takes to grow, why embracing struggle is non-negotiable, and how relentless focus on trust, culture, and leadership at the ground level reshaped an entire industry. If you’re serious about building something that lasts, this is a blueprint.

You’ll learn:

• Why every interaction builds or destroys trust
• How to scale a business without losing your soul
• The mindset shift that unlocks massive growth
• What great private equity relationships really look like
• How to build an unbeatable company culture at scale

If you found value in this episode, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it.

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What if the real problem isn’t lack of information, but the inability to use it? In this powerful episode of Show Your Value, Lee Benson sits down with brand strategist and entrepreneur Mark Drager to talk about the uncomfortable truths behind success, failure, and what it really takes to create long-term value in today’s noisy, AI-dominated world.

Mark opens up about:

- Writing off $27M and the wisdom that came from it

- The trap of chasing complexity instead of clarity in business

- Why being a generalist in a commoditized industry is a death sentence

- How to build trust and influence when everything feels fake

- His mission to help others crush the fear and self-doubt holding them back

- The role of emotional energy in leadership and team culture

- Raising resilient kids in a world that doesn’t let them struggle

This episode is raw, real, and packed with insights for entrepreneurs, marketers, and leaders who actually care about making a difference, not just making a quick buck.

Connect with Mark Drager:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdrager

Podcast: How to Sell More

Agency: https://www.salesloopbrand.com

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That $4 latte you grab on the way to work? It’s built on a lie.

In this episode of the Show Your Value podcast, I sit down with Paul Rice, founder of Fair Trade USA, to uncover the brutal truth behind global supply chains, the myth of trickle-down economics, and why most of what you buy doesn’t benefit the people who need it most.

Paul has spent over 40 years working directly with farmers in 70+ countries. He’s seen firsthand how the system is set up to exploit labor and strip value from the people who actually grow, build, and harvest the things we take for granted. We talk about what fair trade really means, why most “ethical” labels are meaningless without third-party certification, and how real transparency can build stronger businesses that grow faster and last longer.

This conversation changed the way I see the world. If you care about building something valuable that doesn’t come at someone else’s expense, don’t skip this one.

In this episode:

- Why trickle-down economics doesn’t work in global trade

- How fair trade creates lasting impact without relying on aid

- The business case for paying farmers more and sourcing ethically

- Why major brands like Walmart, Patagonia, and Whole Foods are investing in fair trade

- How to spot greenwashing and choose products that actually make a difference

- What every entrepreneur needs to understand about supply chain transparency and trust

Resources:

Paul’s book: Every Purchase Matters

Learn more: https://www.fairtradecertified.org

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At some point, every leader faces the same question: When is it time to let go? Whether it's a team member who's underperforming or an initiative that’s draining resources, the cost of avoiding the decision adds up fast. In this episode, I want to share a clear, no-fluff framework for knowing when to move on, so you can protect your time, energy, and business.

You’ll learn:

- How to set crystal-clear performance expectations

- What to do when an initiative isn’t delivering

- Why letting go the right way builds trust, not resentment

- The ROI lens every business decision should be filtered through

Listen in to sharpen your decision-making and lead with value.

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Most leaders think they’re effective. Few actually are.

In this episode of Show Your Value, I'm joined by executive coach and former Microsoft leader Sabina Nawaz to unpack the real skill that separates average managers from transformative leaders.

We'll explore:

- Why talking less might be the smartest thing you ever do as a leader

- The leadership blind spot no one tells you about

- How one company found $500 million in hidden value

- What most leadership development programs get completely wrong

- Why power distorts your perspective, and how to fix it

- The mindset shift that changes how you build teams, give feedback, and create culture

Whether you’re running a small business or leading a global team, this conversation will make you rethink how you show up as a leader.

About Sabina Nawaz:
Sabina Nawaz is a global CEO coach, keynote speaker, and author of Permission to Speak. She spent 15 years at Microsoft before launching her own leadership development firm helping executives unlock their full potential.

Resources Mentioned:

Sabina’s website: sabinanawaz.com

Book: Permission to Speak by Sabina Nawaz

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