On the Flywheel

On the Flywheel is a weekly podcast hosted by Jonathan Mahrt of Flywheel Consulting. Each week we talk to professionals and entrepreneurs about the practical things they do to build and maintain momentum in their personal and professional lives.

On the Flywheel is a business podcast hosted by Jonathan Mahrt, with 25 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jonathan Mahrt hosts On the Flywheel, a business show with 25 episodes published.

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  Episode #25

  Hope Is Not a Strategy

  Feb 22, 202644 minS0

  <h1>Summary</h1> <p>In this episode, Mike Hansen, a commercial real estate broker with Sotheby's International Realty, shares his unique journey from the fitness industry to specializing in vineyard and winery sales. He discusses the challenges facing the wine industry, the importance of understanding financial metrics, and the role of institutional investors and lifestyle buyers in the market. Mike emphasizes the value of building connections, providing value to the community, and the complexities involved in selling wineries. He also shares insights on using CRM tools and leveraging LinkedIn for networking, concluding with life advice on being present and enjoying...

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  Episode #24

  Why Great Businesses Are Built by Teams

  Jan 10, 202646 minS0

  <h1>Summary</h1> <p>In this episode of On the Flywheel, I’m joined by Paul Herrerias, Founder and CEO of Herrerias & Associates. We talk about leadership, team building, and why strong businesses are built by teams—not individuals. Paul shares lessons from growing up in agriculture, his path through accounting and executive search, and what he’s learned about hiring, accountability, and building high-performing teams. We also discuss communication, culture, and the mindset leaders need to create long-term momentum.</p> <h1>Takeaways</h1> Growing up in agriculture teaches responsibility, ownership, and value creation early in life. Businesses are built by tea...

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  Episode #23

  The Power of Customer Experience in Business

  Dec 14, 202543 minS0

  <h1>Summary</h1> <p>In this conversation, Ash Gomez, founder of Digital Twinners and co-founder of Orion Sky Studios, shares her journey from a sales career to running successful media companies. She emphasizes the importance of customer experience, building a strong team, and leveraging technology to enhance business operations. Ash discusses the impact of AI on the creative industry, lead generation strategies, and the significance of networking and partnerships. She also reflects on handling customer feedback and the diverse projects undertaken by Orion Sky Studios, concluding with insights on business philosophy and mindset.</p> <h1>Takeaways</h1> Ash Gomez transitioned...

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  Episode #22

  Systems, Structure, and Surviving Growth

  Nov 30, 202543 minS0

  <h1>Summary</h1> <p>In this episode, I sit down with consultant Jon Rickards to talk through his unique path—from the Navy’s nuclear program to decades in the wine industry—and how all of that led him into helping small and micro-businesses bring order to their chaos. Jon shares what most business owners struggle with, why understanding your numbers matters so much, and how he’s helping his wife build a community-focused salon business.</p> <h1>Takeaways</h1> Non-linear paths create powerful skill sets. Exposure broadens character and capability. Small business owners often lack business foundations. Understanding your numbers...

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  Episode #21

  Inside the World of Modern Recruiting

  Nov 23, 202544 minS0

  <h1>Summary</h1> <p>In this episode, I sit down with Adrian Gould, Practice Director at Robert Half, for a conversation about career pivots, productivity, and the evolving world of accounting and finance consulting. Adrian shares how he went from managing rental car branches to overseeing more than 60 active projects at once, and we dive into trends shaping the labor market today—from AI’s growing influence to why companies are running leaner than ever.</p> <h1>Takeaways</h1> Career trajectories don’t need to be linear Project-based staffing is on the rise Time-blocking is Adrian’s productivity superpower AI is resha...

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