Whether you're a business owner looking to scale, an investor curious about food innovation, or someone who wants to learn how to build a brand on values—this one’s is for you.

In this episode of The TrustBuilt Podcast, Alan sits down with Gabe from Plainview Beef to unpack the business behind the beef. From launching a regenerative farming operation to building a vertically integrated brand, Gabe shares how Plainview was designed from day one with clarity, scalability, and trust at the center.

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⏱️ Chapters

[00:00] – Intro & Gabe’s Unconventional Path to Ranching

[01:30] – From Global Ventures to U.S. Startup

[04:00] – Starting Plainview: Mission Meets Market Gap

[06:30] – Building a Transparent, Health-Driven Brand

[09:00] – What Makes Their Beef (and Business) Different

[11:30] – Using Tech & Data to Monitor Cattle Health

[14:00] – Regenerative Agriculture as a Strategic Edge

[16:00] – Branding, Marketing & Direct-to-Consumer Growth

[18:00] – Scaling the Right Way (Without Losing Integrity)

[21:00] – Building a Trust-Driven Team

[24:00] – Where to Buy + Final Thoughts on Purpose-Driven Business

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🔗 Connect with Gabe & Plainview Beef

🌐 https://www.plainviewbeef.com/

👉 https://www.instagram.com/plainviewbeef

👉 https://www.facebook.com/PLAINVIEW.BEEF.C0

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Are you a business owner who is ready to break free from the day-to-day grind & build a self-sustaining company?

👉 Set up a time to talk to Alan

🔗 https://www.trustbuiltsolutions.com/contact

In this episode of The TrustBuilt Podcast, business coach Alan Bennett sits down with real estate developer Cameron Clark to unpack the messy middle of entrepreneurship—figuring it out as you go, trusting your instincts, and staying flexible as things evolve.

⏰ Chapters

[01:45] Learning by Doing: Investment, Renovation, and Self-Education

[04:20] Finding His Niche: Commercial Development with a Creative Twist

[06:30] Building Trust with Tenants and Partners

[10:30] When Compassion and the Math Clash

[13:15] Why Vision-Aligned Teams Win

[15:50] Casting Vision Without the Sales BS

[18:30] Growing a Business with Purpose

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🔗 Connect with Cameron Clark

🌐 https://cjc-development.com/

💼 LinkedIn: Cameron Clark

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If you're a business owner struggling with messaging, lead flow, or clarity on next steps—this is a must-listen!

In this episode, host Alan Bennett sits down with Brad, a former pastor-turned-marketing strategist, to unpack the surprising overlap between ministry and business—and why clarity is the most underrated business advantage.

⏱️ Chapters:

[00:35] From Ministry to Marketing -Brad’s Story

[03:30] Why Character Still Wins in Business

[08:45] When Things Go Wrong: The Refund Story

[13:35] Why Clarity Always Wins

[17:00] Fixing the Real Problem in Your Sales Process

[22:30] Earning Trust Without Pitching

[27:00] Farming, Fishing & Hunting: Understanding Your Marketing Mix

[33:00] What to Do When You Attract the Wrong Clients

[36:00] Raising Prices Without Losing Loyalty

[45:00] The Messy Process of Getting Clear

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

The 1-Page Marketing Plan by Allan Dib

Brad’s Diagnostic Tool: “Clarity First Diagnostic” — reach out via https://clarityalwayswins.com/

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If you've ever wondered "Can I really start my own business & be successful?"

This episode is for you!

In this episode, Alan sits down with Brad Alexander—former pastor turned marketing strategist—to explore what it really takes to build a business from scratch when your back's against the wall.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Brad’s First Hustle: The Mint Toothpick Story

00:26 – Meet Brad Alexander + How Entrepreneurship Found Him

03:00 – From Ministry to Marketing: A Risky Career Pivot

09:53 – Building a Business with No Safety Net

15:10 – The Deadline That Changed Everything

20:04 – Brad’s First Big Win (and What Made It Work)

25:17 – The Power of Mentorship and Community

29:10 – Innovation, Value, and Doing Work You Actually Like

34:35 – Real Talk: Misconceptions About Entrepreneurship

39:11 – What Brad Would Tell His Younger Self

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🔗 Connect with Brad Alexander

🌐 https://clarityalwayswins.com/

💼 LinkedIn: Brad Alexander

📧 Book a no-pressure clarity call via the site

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Connect With Alan

🌐 https://www.trustbuiltsolutions.com/

If you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or team leader focused on growth without losing your purpose, this is a must-listen.

In this episode of the TrustBuilt Podcast, host Alan Bennett sits down with entrepreneur and leadership expert Stan Zylowski, co-founder of Movista.

We talk...

[00:00] Stan's Origin Story & Early Hustle

[20:00] Leadership, Feedback, and Company Culture

[38:00] Execution Over Ideas & Communicating Value

[44:00] Serial Entrepreneurship & Finding Your Role

[51:00] Final Lessons on Trust, Culture, and Growth

🔗 Resources and Links Mentioned:

Learn more about TrustBuilt and the TrustBuilt Podcast: https://trustbuilt.solutions/podcast

Take the Free Business Freedom Assessment: https://businessgrowth-alanbennett.scoreapp.com

Learn more about Movista: https://www.movista.com

#businessgrowth #entrepreneurship #businesstips

Feeling trapped by your business?

In this episode of the TrustBuilt Podcast, host Alan Bennett sits down with entrepreneur Russ to talk about how business owners can finally break free from daily operational chaos.

We talk...

✅ What owner dependency looks like (and how to recognize it early)

✅ Why building trust in your team is non-negotiable for growth

✅ The hidden costs of being the bottleneck

✅ Real examples of delegation and scalable systems in action

✅ How business freedom leads to higher company value

✅ Transition planning tips for long-term success

Resources and Links Mentioned:

🔥 Download the FREE Guide:https://www.trustbuiltsolutions.com/resources

🎯 Learn More About TrustBuilt: https://trustbuilt.solutions

📖 Recommended Read: The 8 Key Drivers of Company Value (Available on request via TrustBuilt)

#businessgrowth #entrepreneurship #businesstips

“Culture trumps everything."

In this episode of The TrustBuilt podcast, host Alan Bennett sits down with Jason Robinson, co-founder of IntegraTech, to discuss his journey from corporate IT to entrepreneurship.

He opens up about the challenges of running a service-based business, the importance of trust and relationships, and how he’s building a company culture that aligns with his values.

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

Jason Robinson’s Company: IntegraTech

Book: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber

Learn more about Strength Assessments for Teams: Gallup StrengthsFinder

🔗 How to Connect with Jason:

Website: https://integritech.io/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinsonjas/

The Secret to Better Teams, Higher Retention, and Real Growth? Core Values.

In this episode, we sit down with Roxanne Martino to discuss the power of hiring based on core values. Beyond technical skills, finding team members who align with your company’s mission and culture leads to stronger collaboration, better retention, and a thriving workplace.

Key Topics Covered:

✅ The importance of hiring for values alignment, not just skills

✅ How to craft interview questions that reveal a candidate’s core values

✅ The role of trust and communication in workplace culture

✅ Practical strategies for fostering a positive, high-performing team

✅ The long-term benefits of prioritizing culture in business growth

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

Gallup StrengthsFinder – Discover and develop your team’s strengths

The Pros of Positive Work Culture – Related blog post on how culture impacts the bottom line

Building a Team That Embodies Your Values – Nurture email on hiring beyond the resume

Thinking Outside the Financial Box: Three Ways to Measure Success – Free resource for redefining business success