Hate cold calling? Here’s a smarter, warmer approach to lock in new sales.

Today we’re diving deep into a game-changing strategy to fill your calendar with sales calls – all without making a single cold call.

Imagine landing 30 new sales appointments using leads you already have but maybe aren’t fully tapping into. In this episode we’ll break down how to tap into your warm leads, leverage simple scripts, and use the brilliance of the 9-word email to connect with potential clients, all without the discomfort of cold outreach.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur juggling business and family life or just fed up with traditional sales tactics, this episode will provide you with actionable insights to help you grow.

Sometimes, the best opportunities are already within your reach. Tune in as we share practical steps to elevate your lead generation strategy!

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

• It’s not about generating more leads, but making the most of the ones you already have (01:09)
• How nurturing your warm leads can unlock greater results (01:46)
• The power of the 9-word email and how it works (03:11)
• Why warm calls are about building relationships, not selling (05:24)
• A behind-the-scenes look at Carl’s team and their approach to warm conversations (05:56)
• Your action plan to book 30 new appointments (06:48)

For full show notes visit: rising.show

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Are you really providing for your family, or just chasing someone else’s idea of success?

In this snapshot, Carl challenges the hustle culture and the myths around success. He dives deep into the real meaning of provision, and it's not about the latest car or a million-dollar business.

You have to ask yourself the tough questions: Is your business truly providing, or are you lying to yourself about what your family needs? What if providing meant less hustle and more time spent with your family? Are you willing to make sacrifices that matter, or just the ones that look good on paper?

Tune in to rethink what it really takes to care for those you love!

Listen to the full episode here

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/042-are-you-truly-prepared-to-do-what-it-takes-to-provide/id1509876869?i=1000590657507

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2KLFNffc53fBmfmU9UBPbE

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Dadpreneurship isn’t just about building a business and providing for your family — it’s also about rebuilding yourself and being the dad and partner your family deserves.

Fatherhood and entrepreneurship — two roles that often clash, yet in today’s episode, we explore how to bring harmony between them. Carl shares the top five insights from his conversation with Ryan Bowles, co-founder of The Good Grief Project, a devoted husband, and dad to his 14-week-old daughter.

From navigating grief and loss, to figuring out if that extra hour with your child is worth more than the business task at hand, this episode offers raw, relatable, and actionable advice for anyone balancing work and family life.

Whether you’re struggling with routines as a new dad, seeking deeper male friendships, or trying to understand how grief shapes us as men, these takeaways are your strategies to grow and thrive.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

• An overview of the full episode with Ryan Bowles (00:25)
• How men connect and build stronger friendships when words feel too heavy (01:14)
• A powerful decision-making tool: “What will I regret more?” (02:53)
• How routines help you bend without breaking (05:18)
• Therapy as a tool in unpacking trauma and improving your life (07:11)
• How grief takes many forms and how to process and work through it (09:55)

For full show notes visit: rising.show

WHERE YOU CAN FIND CARL TAYLOR

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The secret to thriving in business and at home? It’s all about showing up where it matters most.

In this episode of Dadpreneurs Rising, Carl sits down with Ryan Bowles, a Sri Lankan-Aussie dad and entrepreneur with a remarkable story of transformation. From his days as a frontman for a touring metal band to his current mission helping women overcome grief, Ryan’s journey is filled with heart, humour, and hard-won wisdom.

In this candid yet heartfelt conversation, Ryan opens up about the loss of his father in a plane crash, becoming a new dad, and how his work with the Good Grief project has brought healing to himself and countless others.

Tune in as Carl and Ryan explore the intersections of grief, fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and life’s unexpected lessons.

Ryan Bowles’ journey is a powerful reminder that no matter how much life changes, we can always find purpose in the unexpected.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

• Meet Ryan Bowles (00:10)
• The tragic loss that inspired Ryan’s mission to help others through grief (05:06)
• How a bathroom conversation birthed the Good Grief project (07:21)
• How becoming a dad shifts perspectives on life, business, and purpose (08:40)
• The power of routine in balancing work, fatherhood, and personal time (16:17)
• Seeking out parenting styles and how reparenting yourself can be key to showing up as the best version of yourself for your kids (23:41)
• Ryan’s reflections on losing his dad and how it shaped his adulthood (27:44)
• Could AI-generated versions of loved ones help or hinder the grieving process? (31:44)
• Practical advice on managing different kinds of grief (37:19)
• Tips on balancing the responsibilities of parenthood with entrepreneurship (46:39)
• The importance of living in the moment (52:06)

For full show notes visit: rising.show

WHERE YOU CAN FIND CARL TAYLOR

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When your wife says she wants a divorce, is she really asking for an exit or for help?

In this episode, we dive into the all-too-common mistake men make when they assume divorce is the only way forward — they shut off emotionally and shift straight into logistics.

Carl shares his personal experience of going into this mode, only to realise too late that what his partner really needed was empathy and for him to fight for the relationship.

Learn the importance of checking in with yourself before jumping into planning mode and why acting from a loving heart rather than a controlling one could be the key to becoming the North Star your partner needs.

This episode is a reminder that relationships need fighting for, especially when things seem at their worst. Don’t let the logistics of divorce be your first step.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

• Should you shift straight into planning mode when your wife asks for a divorce? (00:00)
• When “I want a divorce” isn’t what you think (00:48)
• Why shutting off emotionally can make you miss the chance to fight for your relationship (01:31)
• Re-learning how to fight for what truly matters (03:15)
• A mindset shift that could save your marriage (05:46)

For full show notes visit: rising.show

WHERE YOU CAN FIND CARL TAYLOR

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Are you unwittingly training your team to fully depend on you?

In this snapshot, Carl and James Kemp, dive into the art of leadership, sharing their insights on how to effectively shift between being a mentor, coach, and consultant.

They discuss the dangers of “learned helplessness” in teams and how business owners can untrain this mindset to create a more autonomous and capable workforce. They also unpack the parallels between leadership in business and parenting, offering a refreshing perspective on how leading at work and at home aren't so different after all.

If you've ever struggled with balancing authority and guidance, this episode is your blueprint for mastering the art of leadership.

Listen to the full episode here

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/114-the-path-to-entrepreneurial-freedom-with-james-kemp/id1509876869?i=1000640936049

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ij25bWAgXfsXBUWD8F2bx

Can you really work with your spouse and not lose your sanity?

In this episode, Carl discusses some of the lessons learned from his conversation with Dean Evans, a successful entrepreneur who runs a business with his wife, Rachel.

From embracing a four-day work week to fostering deeper communication in both business and personal life, Carl shares six transformative takeaways that can help you create a more harmonious relationship — especially if you’re working alongside your significant other.

Carl emphasises the importance of these practices not just for business success, but for nurturing a fulfilling relationship. Whether you’re in business with your partner or just navigating life together, these insights are worth their weight in gold.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

• Dean and Rachel’s four-day work week (00:33)
• Why regular partnership meetings could be the key to a smooth sailing life and business (02:24)
• Embracing the evolution of your relationship and why adapting to change is crucial (04:31)
• The working genius framework and how it can clarify roles in both business and relationship (05:52)
• The values elicitation exercise and how it can reveal why you’re clashing or why you’re perfectly aligned (07:24)
• Understanding the balance between individual needs and the relationship’s needs (09:50)

For full show notes visit: rising.show

WHERE YOU CAN FIND CARL TAYLOR

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Is it possible to find happiness in business and love post-divorce?

In this episode Carl sits down with leadership expert Dean Evans to discuss the intertwining paths of business success and personal resilience.

Dean with over a decade of experience coaching senior executives and mentoring top athletes, and opens up about the challenges of navigating a complex personal life while scaling a business to multi-million-dollar success. From the end of his 16-year marriage to finding love again and managing a blended family of six children across two states, he shares the highs and lows of his journey.

Carl and Dean dive deep into the intricacies of maintaining work-life balance when both your personal and professional lives are intertwined. They explore the emotional and psychological challenges of divorce, the lessons learned from failed relationships, and how Dean has used these experiences to build a stronger, healthier partnership in his current marriage.

This episode is a must-listen for any dadpreneur navigating the complexities of blended families, divorce, and business leadership. Dean Evans’ journey is a testament to the power of resilience, self-awareness, and the importance of setting boundaries.

Whether you’re in the midst of relationship challenges or looking to balance your entrepreneurial ambitions with family life, the insights shared in this conversation are invaluable.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…

• Dean’s journey from a career in medical imaging to founding a successful executive coaching business (03:18)
• How Dean and his wife, Rachel, implemented a four-day workweek for their team and themselves (07:12)
• Navigating a blended family across two states (09:20)
• Dean and Rachel as newlyweds separated by state borders during COVID lockdowns (12:17)
• Challenges of maintaining boundaries between work and personal life when both partners are involved in the business (14:14)
• The need to understand each other’s values and behavioural tendencies to strengthen your relationship (24:10)
• Recognising and addressing unhealthy patterns in your relationship (29:51)
• Dean’s difficult decision to end his first marriage and the growth that followed (37:51)
• The importance of setting a vision for the relationship and leading by example (45:20)
• Why Mr. Nice Guy is out (48:50)
• Maintaining a balance between under-functioning and over-functioning masculine traits in a relationship (58:00)
• A practical approach to navigating the emotional and logical aspects of ending a relationship (01:06:25)

For full show notes visit: rising.show

WHERE YOU CAN FIND CARL TAYLOR

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