Corner Store Millionaires Podcast https://cornerstoremillionaires.podbean.com Real Conversations with Business Owners Building Wealth Behind the Counter

Corner Store Millionaires is a business podcast featuring candid conversations with successful operators who have built real, cash-flowing businesses, often right in their own communities.

Each episode pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to build and run a profitable business. From multi-location owners to fast-growing local brands, these are entrepreneurs who didn’t just chase ideas: they built systems, teams, and revenue.

We go beyond surface-level success stories. These conversations explore how businesses are started, how they scale, what challenges owners face behind the scenes, and how their perspective on money, growth, and opportunity evolves over time.

This isn’t about theory... it’s about operators in the real world. The people who are in it every day, making decisions, solving problems, and figuring out what to do with the success they’ve created.

Corner Store Millionaires is for business owners, operators, and ambitious individuals who want a behind-the-scenes look at how real businesses are built and how those businesses can become a foundation for long-term wealth.

]]> Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:07:59 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Business 1440 episodic Corner Store Millionaires is a business podcast featuring real conversations with the people behind the businesses you see every day. Host John Misarti sits down with small business owners who have built real, cash-flowing operations, from local staples to multi-location brands to unpack how they actually did it. These aren’t polished success stories. Each episode goes deeper into what it takes to build, run, and scale a business in the real world the decisions, the challenges, and the lessons most people never see. This show is for business owners, operators, and anyone who wants a behind-the-scenes look at how everyday businesses become serious wealth-building assets. John Misarti John Misarti No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22211473/Corner_Store_Millionaires_Podcast_Cover7onlf.jpg Corner Store Millionaires Podcast https://cornerstoremillionaires.podbean.com 144 144 How One Hunter Turned His Passion Into A Successful Bow Shop How One Hunter Turned His Passion Into A Successful Bow Shop https://cornerstoremillionaires.podbean.com/e/how-one-hunter-turned-his-passion-into-a-successful-bow-shop/ https://cornerstoremillionaires.podbean.com/e/how-one-hunter-turned-his-passion-into-a-successful-bow-shop/#comments Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:07:59 -0400 cornerstoremillionaires.podbean.com/4e1cb15a-91fd-30a9-8ad3-c6f57ddbc46d Running a successful specialty business takes more than technical skill—it takes trust, expertise, and genuine passion.

In this episode of Corner Store Millionaires, John Misarti sits down with Chris Heilbrun, owner of Big Sky Bow Shop, to discuss building a business around bowhunting, servicing compound bows and crossbows, and educating customers on proper equipment maintenance.

Chris also shares why customer relationships matter more than sales and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to turn a hobby into a business.

What You'll Learn
  • How a bow shop actually operates
  • Why bow strings need regular replacement
  • Common maintenance mistakes hunters make
  • How customer service builds long-term loyalty
  • Advice for starting a niche retail business

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]]> Running a successful specialty business takes more than technical skill—it takes trust, expertise, and genuine passion.

In this episode of Corner Store Millionaires, John Misarti sits down with Chris Heilbrun, owner of Big Sky Bow Shop, to discuss building a business around bowhunting, servicing compound bows and crossbows, and educating customers on proper equipment maintenance.

Chris also shares why customer relationships matter more than sales and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to turn a hobby into a business.

What You'll Learn
  • How a bow shop actually operates
  • Why bow strings need regular replacement
  • Common maintenance mistakes hunters make
  • How customer service builds long-term loyalty
  • Advice for starting a niche retail business

Be My Guest. Book Now!
https://www.cornerstoremillionaires.com/booking

]]> John Misarti false No 1534 2 full CRM, AI, and Compliance: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know CRM, AI, and Compliance: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know https://cornerstoremillionaires.podbean.com/e/crm-ai-and-compliance-what-every-business-owner-needs-to-know/ https://cornerstoremillionaires.podbean.com/e/crm-ai-and-compliance-what-every-business-owner-needs-to-know/#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:35:57 -0400 cornerstoremillionaires.podbean.com/e8196dc2-c071-3797-8a44-8bcacdb13bf0 AI is no longer a future concept, it's already reshaping how businesses communicate, qualify leads, and manage customer relationships.

In this episode of Corner Store Millionaires, John Misarti sits down with Jordan Fleming, Co-Founder and Chairman of Smartphone.io, to discuss the evolution of AI-powered conversations, CRM integration, and what businesses need to understand about the emerging AI workforce.

Jordan shares how Smartphone.io grew from a simple Podio phone integration into a sophisticated conversational platform, explains why most companies are implementing AI incorrectly, and reveals how AI agents are changing sales, lead qualification, and customer engagement.

The conversation also explores FCC regulations, TCPA compliance risks, and Jordan's upcoming book, The AI Workforce.

What You'll Learn
  • How AI voice agents actually work
  • Why CRM integration matters
  • The future of human + AI collaboration
  • Speed-to-lead automation strategies
  • FCC and TCPA compliance concerns
  • The biggest mistakes businesses make with AI
  • Why focus remains the ultimate entrepreneurial advantage
Chapters

[00:00] Introduction [01:10] What is Smartphone.io? [04:30] How Smartphone.io Started [08:45] Why CRM Integration Matters [13:10] The Truth About AI Implementation [18:20] AI Voice Agents Explained [25:00] TCPA Compliance & FCC Changes [31:20] The AI Workforce Book [34:00] Success, Focus, and Entrepreneurship

 

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]]> AI is no longer a future concept, it's already reshaping how businesses communicate, qualify leads, and manage customer relationships.

In this episode of Corner Store Millionaires, John Misarti sits down with Jordan Fleming, Co-Founder and Chairman of Smartphone.io, to discuss the evolution of AI-powered conversations, CRM integration, and what businesses need to understand about the emerging AI workforce.

Jordan shares how Smartphone.io grew from a simple Podio phone integration into a sophisticated conversational platform, explains why most companies are implementing AI incorrectly, and reveals how AI agents are changing sales, lead qualification, and customer engagement.

The conversation also explores FCC regulations, TCPA compliance risks, and Jordan's upcoming book, The AI Workforce.

What You'll Learn
  • How AI voice agents actually work
  • Why CRM integration matters
  • The future of human + AI collaboration
  • Speed-to-lead automation strategies
  • FCC and TCPA compliance concerns
  • The biggest mistakes businesses make with AI
  • Why focus remains the ultimate entrepreneurial advantage
Chapters

[00:00] Introduction
[01:10] What is Smartphone.io?
[04:30] How Smartphone.io Started
[08:45] Why CRM Integration Matters
[13:10] The Truth About AI Implementation
[18:20] AI Voice Agents Explained
[25:00] TCPA Compliance & FCC Changes
[31:20] The AI Workforce Book
[34:00] Success, Focus, and Entrepreneurship

 

Connect!

Share your own entrepreneurial story: CLICK ME!!!

]]> What happens when AI can answer calls, qualify leads, remember conversations, and work alongside your team? In this episode of Corner Store Millionaires, John Misarti interviews Jordan Fleming, Co-Founder and Chairman of Smartphone.io, about the rise of conversational AI, AI voice agents, CRM automation, and the future of the AI workforce. Jordan explains why many businesses are approaching AI incorrectly, how AI agents are transforming sales operations, and what entrepreneurs need to know about compliance, automation, and organizational design. If you’re a business owner, real estate investor, sales leader, or entrepreneur trying to understand where AI is headed, this conversation delivers practical insights and forward-looking strategies. Episode Highlights: - The origin story of Smartphone.io - Real-world AI agent examples - AI-powered lead qualification - FCC enforcement trends - Building an AI-ready organization - Jordan’s philosophy on entrepreneurship and success Share Your Story: https://www.cornerstoremillionaires.com/ John Misarti false No 2198 1 full