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The Business Development Podcast

Kelly Kennedy
Business Development
Entrepreneurship
Personal Branding
Podcasting
Leadership
Linkedin
Content Creation
Artificial Intelligence
Mental Health
Authenticity
Marketing
Burnout
Imposter Syndrome
Capital Business Development
Mindset
Canada
Community Building
Alberta
Social Media
Recruitment

The Business Development Podcast is the global show for founders, entrepreneurs, and sales leaders who want real growth without the hype. Hosted by Kelly Kennedy, the show delivers honest conversations, real world lessons, and proven strategies on business development, sales, leadership, and mindset. Each episode breaks down what actually drives momentum, trust, and bigger deals over the long term... more

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Latest Episodes

The Art of Rainmaking: How to Become the Obvious Choice with Scott Love

When legal recruiting became more crowded and candidates stopped returning his calls, Scott Love narrowed his focus. He specialized in recruiting corporate and finance partners ... more

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From Professional Snowboarder to CEO: Building a $5 Million Junk Removal Business with Barry Hartman

When Barry Hartman left professional snowboarding to start a junk removal company, a Vancouver newspaper summed up his career change with a headline... more

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The Cost of Success: Why Walking Away Isn’t Failure with Jesse Schewchuk

After speaking on a TED stage about the cost of burnout, Jesse Schewchuk realized she needed to act on her own message. She had spent nearly a decade building Modern Muse Media... more

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A family construction company tripled its revenue in one year. Behind the growth, the owners were still carrying the business themselves. He was leading in the field. She was handling payroll, scheduling and the administrative work. They hired Laina ... more

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Recent Guests

Barry Hartman
Co-founder and CEO of 505 Junk and founder of Bolt Accelerator.
505 Junk
Episode: From Professional Snowboarder to CEO: Building a $5 Million Junk Removal Business with Barry Hartman
Jesse Schewchuk
Award-winning producer, media strategist, speaker and founder of The Menopause Mission.
The Menopause Mission
Episode: The Cost of Success: Why Walking Away Isn’t Failure with Jesse Schewchuk
Laina Neudorf
Founder and success strategist with nearly two decades of experience in industrial construction, oil and gas, and software operations
LPT Success Solutions
Episode: The Messy Middle: Why More Growth Won’t Fix Your Business with Laina Neudorf
Jennifer Moss
Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of JAR Podcast Solutions, with experience at CBC Radio and the National Film Board of Canada.
JAR Podcast Solutions
Episode: The Future of Podcasting: Why Human Connection Wins with Jennifer Moss
Dave Sanderson
Leadership speaker, author, survivor of The Miracle on the Hudson
Resilience Partners Group
Episode: Miracle on the Hudson: Leadership Under Pressure with Dave Sanderson
Trevor Muir
Transformational leader, founder of Someday to Today Initiative
Surepoint Group, Someday to Today Initiative
Episode: The Reluctant CEO: How Caring Saved a Company on the Brink with Trevor Muir
Karli Grove
Founder of Kantency Consulting; organizational change strategist
Kantency Consulting
Episode: The Change Strategist: What the Janitor Knows That Leadership Doesn’t with Karli Grove
Alex Marr
Founder and CEO of Gazing Canada; Co-founder and CEO of Fractional Execs Canada
Gazing Canada; Fractional Execs Canada
Episode: How High Performers Think Under Pressure with Alex Marr
Carl Buehl
Executive producer, showrunner, director and creative leader with three decades in television
Cre8TV Spot
Episode: What Content Creators Can Learn from Reality TV with Carl Buehl

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • 🇨🇦

    Finally found a Podcast from Canada! Currently working in Car Sales and creating a business on the side that could pull me out. I’ve been trying to find Podcasts to listen to, to learn and insure my success! Looking forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    69bumpside
    Canadaa year ago
  • Informative and Entertaining Business Development Pod!

    Kelly has a knack for bringing out the best in biz dev advice from seasoned pros while keeping it entertaining. Thanks for being awesome Kelly! Highly recommend this cast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaggieJaneMar
    Canada2 years ago
  • Insightful

    Been listening to Kelly’s podcast for about a year. Generally while out for a walk. Information for BD professionals is top notch. I always seem to walk away from his episodes with a pearl of wisdom or two to help me in my career. From strategy to the lost recent show marketing materials that you need has me hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Datsweatlife
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent BD Podcast

    For anyone looking to grow their business this is a must listen. Kelly and his guests offer great advice for anyone looking to grow their sales!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stu Morawski
    Canada2 years ago
  • A Must-Listen!

    Kelly is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to elevate their business development and growth strategies. Kelly shares insightful, actionable advice that’s both practical AND inspiring. His approach to business development really stands out and makes this podcast a must-listen for professionals aiming to drive meaningful results. Highly recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melissa Grippando
    United States2 years ago

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Energetic, well-prepared host with a knack for guiding diverse expert guests.
Host asks thoughtful, relevant questions that surface actionable insights.

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From Professional Snowboarder to CEO: Building a $5 Million Junk Removal Business with Barry Hartman
Q: I'd love to better understand your account management strategy because I think that's something that gets super overlooked by a lot of organizations.
Hartman segments commercial clients by type, identifies decision makers and site contacts, and builds trust with decision makers while prioritizing responsive execution for on-site contacts.
From Professional Snowboarder to CEO: Building a $5 Million Junk Removal Business with Barry Hartman
Q: How did you take an idea, something that essentially you could run with one person, and scale it?
Hartman credits early mentorship, a strategic plan, standard operating procedures, paid advertising and hiring his first employee with giving him time to focus on building the company.
The Cost of Success: Why Walking Away Isn’t Failure with Jesse Schewchuk
Q: Why has The Menopause Mission become such a passion project for you, and why is menopause such an underserved area?
Schewchuk describes her own menopause-related mental health crisis and the lack of open discussion and support. Researching the subject for a documentary series led her to found The Menopause Mission to provide education, community and advocacy.
The Cost of Success: Why Walking Away Isn’t Failure with Jesse Schewchuk
Q: If people are running themselves ragged and questioning their entrepreneurial path, can you speak to them and help them with that decision?
Schewchuk says she cannot make the choice feel right for someone else. They need to decide for themselves whether to leave, after reflecting on what they want and what the work is costing them.
The Messy Middle: Why More Growth Won’t Fix Your Business with Laina Neudorf
Q: Is there a safe way to test what happens if you cut back on activities in your business?
Neudorf recommends proactively considering what would break if the owner stepped away for two weeks, then designing operations so the business does not rely on the owner for daily decisions.

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What is The Business Development Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A pragmatic show focused on real-world business development, sales growth, and leadership mindset. Episodes mix founder journeys, growth strategies, and practical frameworks—often grounded in storytelling, neuroscience, and humane leadership—to help founders, sales leaders, and marketers move from ideas to bigger deals without hype. Notable throughlines include authentic communication, sustainable growth, and the human side of leadership, with recurring attention to burnout, AI's impact on business, and how to build long-term customer trust.

A standout aspect is the host's interviewer style—well-prepared, curious, and supportive of diverse perspectives—coupled with a guest roster spanning founders, coaches, authors, and industry practition... more

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1. Barry Hartman
2. Jesse Schewchuk
3. Laina Neudorf
4. Jennifer Moss
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6. Trevor Muir
7. Karli Grove
8. Alex Marr

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