I’m Burke Franklin, and after 35+ years in business helping new and established businesses raise capital and gain higher success, I wanted to engage others to share their insights as well. <P> I hate it when good products, companies or people fail! <P> Building a successful business and being a mindful and responsive entrepreneur is an emotional, mental, physical and spiritual bootcamp. <P> Yet, few things are more rewarding and gratifying than succeeding with your own ideas and making a difference in the world. <P> In these Business Black Belt podcasts, I interview successful investors, experts in business development, financing, marketing or management, and entrepreneurs who offer some enlightened insights into building your business... Ideas you can implement immediately. <P> You can learn a lot from these interviews with these innovative thought leaders. <P> So... if you have a vision and are inspired to do something... And if you want to build a profitable business doing what ne