The 7% Club

The 7% Club podcast is for business founders, CEOs and leaders of companies on the path from 7 to 8 figures. It is also for those aspiring to make the shift from 6 to 7 figures, providing helpful insights about business growth and strategy, and how to upscale in a manageable and profitable way.

The 7% Club is a business podcast hosted by Jenny Stilwell, with 51 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.

Jenny Stilwell hosts The 7% Club, a business show with 51 episodes published.

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  Episode #51

  Episode 51: Renee Giarrusso - How a Gift Mindset lifts people and culture

  Dec 18, 202529 min

  In this episode, I sit down with Renee Giarrusso - a highly sought-after communication, leadership and mindset expert, four-time international award-winning author, speaker, educator and coach. Renee works with organisations and leaders to elevate communication, collaboration and culture, with one clear purpose: to make workplaces exceptional places to work. Together, Renee and I dive deep into one of her most powerful frameworks: The Gift Mindset - a concept that asks us to stop, reflect and look for the “gift” in every experience, challenge and change. 💡 In This Episode You'll Learn: ✨ What inspired The Gift Mindset Renee shares how a personal loss at a young age sparked a lifelong approach: turning events into experiences, wounds into scars, and challenges into opportunities for growth, insight and connection. ✨ The 12 Gifts that shape purposeful living Renee explores key gifts - including optimism, curiosity, courage, connection, growth, forgiveness and re-energising - and how these human skills help leaders create more conscious, connected and resilient workplaces. ✨ Why optimism and realism must coexist True leadership isn’t surface positivity. Renee explains how grounded optimism fuels resilience, momentum and culture - and how leaders can cultivate it authentically. ✨ Courage, comfort zones & the stretch zone Renee unpacks how courage expands through action, how to move beyond the “safe zone,” and why courage is built through small steps that compound over time. ✨ The human skills AI will never replace Connection, curiosity, empathy and emotional intelligence - why these skills matter now more than ever and how leaders can intentionally build them. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reneegiarrusso_official/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ReneeGiarrussoConsulting LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneegiarrusso/ X: Connect 💡 Need help scaling your business from 7 to 8 figures? Get in touch jenny@jennystilwell.com.au Remember: Better strategy, better business, better life! See you next time!

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  Episode #50

  Episode 50: Erin Huckle, Strategic PR Consultant and Director of Chuckle Communications

  Nov 13, 202543 min

  Erin Huckle is the founder of Chuckle Communications, a strategic PR consultant, book publicist and host of the PR with Purpose podcast. She helps authors, founders, speakers, thought leaders and experts secure money-can’t-buy media opportunities and connect with their ideal audience through smart, story-driven PR. Episode 50 – The Power of PR with Purpose: How to Build Visibility and Credibility through Smart, Story-Driven PR (with Erin Huckle) A milestone moment! In this special 50th episode of The 7% Club Podcast , I celebrate a major milestone with an insightful conversation featuring Erin Huckle , founder of Chuckle Communications , strategic PR consultant, book publicist, and host of the PR with Purpose podcast. Together, Erin and I unpack what public relations really is, how it fits into your broader marketing mix, and why smart, story-driven PR can be one of the most powerful tools for founders, business leaders, and experts looking to grow their visibility and credibility. https://chucklecommunications.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinhuckle-pr-and-copywriting/ Connect 💡 Need help scaling your business from 7 to 8 figures? Get in touch jenny@jennystilwell.com.au Remember: Better strategy, better business, better life! See you next time!

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  Episode #49

  Episode 49: 8 Strategies to Lead Through Uncertainty with Clarity and Strength

  Oct 15, 202512 min

  8 Strategies for CEOs to Navigate Challenges with Clarity and Strength Every business hits tough times - whether it’s market uncertainty, cash flow pressure, team disruption, or all of the above. What matters most is how you show up as a leader when it happens. In this episode, I share eight proven ways to guide your business and your team through difficult periods with clarity, composure, and confidence. These are the same strategies I’ve used (and continue to use) in my own business experience - to stay focused, keep teams engaged, and uncover opportunities, even in challenging circumstances. In this episode you’ll learn how to: Reassure and Redirect Your Team – Why silence breeds uncertainty and how honest, proactive communication builds trust and focus. Protect and Strengthen Your Core – How to tighten where needed while staying optimistic about future growth. Look Outward, Not Just Inward – Where to find fresh ideas and inspiration when your instinct is to retreat. Inject Energy with Innovation – How to re-engage your team through creative thinking and collaboration. Invest in Client Relationships – The power of generosity, empathy, and connection during tough times. Strengthen Supplier Ties – Why open conversations and loyalty create flexibility when you need it most. Stay Visible and Steady as a Leader – How your calm presence can be the anchor your team relies on. Celebrate Small Wins – Why progress in small steps keeps morale high and momentum strong. 💡 Key Takeaway Your team, your clients, and your business all take their cues from you . How you show up as a CEO in uncertain times will shape how your business emerges on the other side. Connect 💡 Need help scaling your business from 7 to 8 figures? Get in touch jenny@jennystilwell.com.au Remember: Better strategy, better business, better life! See you next time!

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  Episode #48

  Episode 48: Trademark Attorney - Helping companies protect their brand with Binh Rey

  Oct 2, 202541 min

  Your brand is your business’s most valuable asset - but is it really protected? In my latest podcast, I sit down with Binh Rey , Trademark Attorney & General Manager of Applied Marks, who has personally managed over 2,500 trademark applications . With 13+ years in trademarks and 15 years in marketing, Binh brings a unique commercial perspective to protecting brand names. We cover: ✅ Why registering a company name or ABN does not protect your brand ✅ The difference between wordmarks, logomarks & what’s most powerful for SMEs ✅ What happens when businesses overlook trademarks (and the costly fallout) ✅ Expanding internationally - how to safeguard your brand in new markets ✅ Practical steps & costs for getting started If you’re building a business with growth in mind, this episode is a must-listen. Have you trademarked your brand name yet? Email: binh.rey@appliedmarks.com Website: www.appliedmarks.com Connect 💡 Need help scaling your business from 7 to 8 figures? Get in touch jenny@jennystilwell.com.au Remember: Better strategy, better business, better life! See you next time!

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  The 7% Club

  Episode 47: 7 Reasons Why Investors & Acquirers Buy

  Sep 11, 202510 min

  In this episode of The 7% Club Podcast , I explore a crucial question for founders and business owners: What makes a business attractive to investors and acquirers? With a generational wave of business ownership change on the horizon - especially, as many Baby Boomer–led companies prepare for sale - the stakes have never been higher. Whether you’re planning to step back, exit in the next few years, or even considering acquisitions yourself, understanding why buyers buy, is the key to maximising value. Too many founders wait until they’re ready to sell before thinking about value. By then, it’s often too late to optimise returns. The reality is: acquirers aren’t just buying your revenue or client base - they’re buying opportunity, growth potential, and reduced risk. I break down the 7 most common reasons investors and acquirers purchase businesses and what you can do now to make your company more attractive. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Access to new markets & customer segments – Buyers may acquire to expand into new regions or niche markets quickly. Intellectual property & proprietary systems – Proven, commercialised IP is a valuable shortcut for buyers. Speed to scale – Acquisition accelerates growth far faster than organic methods. Industry roll-up strategies – Investors consolidate small firms to dominate a market. Client base & recurring revenue – Loyal, compatible clients with annuity income streams increase attractiveness. Distribution channels – Established sales or distribution networks can open new pathways for buyers. Brand value – Strong, trusted brands with sustainable margins are prime acquisition targets. The time to think about your exit strategy isn’t later - it’s now. Connect 💡 Need help scaling your business from 7 to 8 figures? Get in touch jenny@jennystilwell.com.au Remember: Better strategy, better business, better life! See you next time!

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