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The Friday Habit

Mark Labriola II
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Sales
Lead Generation
Customer Interviews
Rocket Dollar
Social Media Marketing
Email Marketing
Leadership Development
Nick Calaris
Remote Work
Knapsack
Simplero
Mark Labriola II
Amazon
Core Customer
Seven Practices
Product Market Fit
Advertis
Team Building

Grow your business. Lead with purpose. Love your life. The Friday Habit gives entrepreneurs and small business owners actionable tips, inspiring interviews, and real-world strategies to help you scale smart and stay sane. Hosted by Mark Labriola II, this weekly show is your permission slip to build a business that works for you—not the other way around.

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In this episode of The Friday Habit, Mark sits down with Tom Kubanik, founder and CEO of SecureIt Tactical. Tom shares the remarkable story of building a company that transformed firearm storage—from military armories to consumer gun safes—without ve... more

In this episode of The Friday Habit, Mark sits down with Kevin Downey, a Kansas City-based entrepreneur and recruitment leader who helps B2B companies build high-performing sales teams and create scalable lead-generation systems.

Kevin shares how hi... more

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Mark welcomes Calvin Correlli, founder and CEO of Simplero, an all-in-one SaaS platform combining courses, community, email, payments, and AI for coaches and creator-led brands. Calvin shares his Denmark upbringing in an entrepreneurial, tech-focused... more

Growing a business isn't just about generating more sales.

In this episode of The Friday Habit, Chad Prinkey shares lessons from working with hundreds of contractors and business leaders. The conversation explores why growth often exposes weaknesses... more

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Kevin Downey
Kansas City-based entrepreneur and recruitment leader who helps B2B companies build high-performing sales teams and generate inbound leads through smart, scalable email marketing systems
Active Index / Kevin Downey
Episode: Building a Lead Generation System for Sustainable B2B Growth
Calvin Correlli
Founder and CEO of Simplero
Simplero
Episode: Identity Work, Personal Development 3.0, and Building Simplero with Calvin Correlli
Nick Calaris
Entrepreneur, investor, civic leader; leads multiple eight-figure enterprises; Profit Plus newsletter founder
Profit Plus; Nick Calaris show
Episode: Ethical Business Over Everything | How This Founder Rebuilt Right
Jacob Hicks
Sales strategist and systems thinker focused on helping entrepreneurs push past their comfort zone
Independent
Episode: Stop Being Busy. Start Being Productive.
Jay Sapovitz
Serial entrepreneur and founder of InkedStores
InkedStores
Episode: Why Taking Action Beats Having The Perfect Plan
Walter Crosby
CEO of Helix Sales Development
Helix Sales Development
Episode: The Real Reason Sales Stop Working In Tough Markets
Henry Yoshida
CEO and co-founder of Rocket Dollar
Rocket Dollar
Episode: Why Regret Is More Dangerous Than Risk With Henry Yoshida
Greg Stevens
Executive coach, professional mediator and master trainer
Alignment Resources
Episode: Why Every Tough Conversation Goes Wrong
Chad Prinkey
Founder and CEO of Well Built Construction Consulting; author of Well Built
Well Built Construction Consulting
Episode: Compete On Value, Not Price

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Mark Labriola II
Host focusing on practical business growth, leadership, and balanced entrepreneurship.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Time Tested Show For Business

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for 3yrs and it never gets old. The the banter between the guys and the guests they have on… a hidden gem for sure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Labz2
    United States3 years ago
  • Wow! Master Level Content!

    Wow! This podcast absolutely blows me away! Master level content from the various guests! And the hosts are Leadership Jedi’s themselves! So very impressed with the insights and content! After listening to 5 episodes, I’m definitely hooked!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CTK1310
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    Mark & Benjamin, host of The Friday Habit podcast, highlight all aspects of entrepreneurship and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clarisse Gomez
    United States5 years ago
  • Eargasm

    Explosive information to grow your business. Full of gratuitous titillating tidbits that will leave you feeling satisfied and slightly off balanced. Place this into your ear and submit to the insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Everett Options
    United States6 years ago
  • Friday Habit for Breakfast, Greatness by Lunch

    I can’t believe this hidden gem hasn’t blown up yet. The Friday Habit has helped me to change the voice inside my head and in turn the voice I share with others. Happier, healthier, Friday habit-er. Absolute gold!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KodiakBlackhouse
    United States6 years ago

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Fans love the host banter and guest mix, calling it insightful and motivating.
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Many say episodes are short, crisp, and full of takeaways they can apply immediately.
Listeners describe it as consistently actionable and practical for growing a business.
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Why Strategic Finance Can't Wait
Q: When should a company think about its exit and strategic timing for transitions or sales?
Think about exit trajectories early, even for smaller firms, to avoid rushed decisions later; set a five-year horizon as a flexible target while maintaining shorter-term cash flow discipline.
Why Strategic Finance Can't Wait
Q: What first steps should a business take to start thinking more strategically rather than being stuck in the day-to-day grind?
Begin with a V360 strategic roadmap and a clear, revenue-backed plan; benchmark financials, leadership, infrastructure, and risk, and use a 12-month rolling cash flow to stay ahead of cash needs while building a longer-term view.
Episode 200 Part 2: What Happens After You Sell
Q: What is the one thing that listeners could focus on starting next week to build a sellable business?
Focus on building a durable, well-documented operating system for the business, including a centralized manual, training videos, and clear processes so a new owner can continue running it with minimal handholding.
The Art of Customer Interviews in Business
Q: What is the most surprising or transformative insight you gain from conversations with customers?
People often have a problem and think they want a solution, but when shown a solution they don't want it; the real value comes from tracing actual past behavior and journey rather than hypotheticals to map true decision processes.
From Burnout to Breakthrough: Russel’s Journey to Purpose-Driven Success
Q: What was the key to aligning you and your partner during the sale process?
We focused on separating equity from operational roles, established clear leadership assignments, and kept the process tightly scoped to protect the team and ensure a fair and smooth transition.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Friday Habit

What is The Friday Habit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A pragmatic, founder-focused show delivering actionable guidance for growing small businesses without compromising balance. Across episodes, hosts unpack real-world tactics on scaling with systems, hiring and leadership development, and authentic branding, often featuring guests who run agencies, fintechs, construction firms, e-commerce brands, or coaching practices. Listeners can expect clear playbooks, relatable founder journeys, and discussions that blend profit with purpose, team culture, and personal growth. A notable strength is the consistent emphasis on practical frameworks, measurable outcomes, and values-driven leadership, making it attractive for entrepreneurs seeking repeatable strategies you can implement in the next week.

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1. Kevin Downey
2. Calvin Correlli
3. Nick Calaris
4. Jacob Hicks
5. Jay Sapovitz
6. Walter Crosby
7. Henry Yoshida
8. Greg Stevens

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