"You can't manage what you don't measure."

Brian Gray of Gray Acre Consulting is helping small businesses turn financial chaos into clarity—without the CFO price tag. From cash flow forecasting to fraud prevention, Brian brings peace of mind and strategic growth to the table.

Ready to work on your business instead of in it?
Listen to this episode of Growing Your Business with Buddy Broyles to learn how fractional CFOs like Brian are changing the game.

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1. Fractional CFO Value: Small businesses ($2–5M revenue) gain big-league financial insight without the full-time CFO cost. Brian delivers flexible, high-impact support exactly when and where it’s needed.

2. Strategic Cash Flow Mastery: Businesses often lack visibility into expenses and cash flow. Brian builds simple, effective dashboards and KPIs that drive clarity and decision-making confidence.

3. From Cleanup to Growth: Whether it's cleaning up books or setting strategic KPIs, Gray Acre meets businesses where they are—then guides them to where they want to go.

4. Risk Mitigation & Internal Controls: Brian helps owners spot financial red flags—like inventory miscounts or fraud risks—early, protecting both profit and peace of mind.

5. Tech-Driven Insights: Leveraging tools like QuickBooks and AI automation, Gray Acre enables business owners to shift from working in their business to working on it.

Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios in Plano:

https://www.bluemicstudios.com/

https://caddooffices.com/

How do you turn a red hat into a red-hot brand?

Larry Roberts of Red Hat Media joined the Growing Your Business podcast with Buddy Broyles and dropped branding wisdom, AI insights, and his journey from hobbyist podcaster to media powerhouse.

Learn how Larry:

• Built an unforgettable personal brand

• Uses AI tools like ChatGPT to fuel creativity

• Helps others turn stories into business assets

Whether you’re a content creator, entrepreneur, or just trying to stand out—this one’s for you.

https://larryroberts.com/

Five Key Takeaways from Larry Roberts on the “Growing Your Business with Buddy Broyles” Podcast:

1. Authentic Branding Breakthrough – Larry’s iconic red hat originated from a casual comment at Podfest, but evolved into a powerful personal brand rooted in his lifelong habit of wearing hats. It's now his signature visual identifier, helping him stand out and spark connection.

2. From Hobby to Industry Leader – Larry began podcasting as a fun side project, inspired by Joe Rogan, but a pivotal experience at Podfest 2020 transformed his understanding of the medium, launching his career into media production, speaking, and brand strategy.

3. Champion for Independent Creators – Larry’s passion lies with the indie podcasting community. He values their authenticity and freedom, and he thrives in supporting them through Red Hat Media by helping craft brand stories that reflect personal truth and value.

4. AI as a Creative Catalyst – Larry leveraged his background in business intelligence to become an early adopter and evangelist of AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude. His practical focus is on ideation, podcast planning, and even co-authoring books using AI.

5. Content Creation with Purpose – Larry doesn’t just talk about AI—he applies it. When faced with demand for a book after a speaking event, he used ChatGPT to write “Under the Red Hat: Strategies to Stand Out in a Crowded Marketplace”—a testament to practicing what he preaches.

Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios in Plano:

https://www.bluemicstudios.com/

https://caddooffices.com/

"Everyone has a story—and it's time to tell yours."
On the latest Growing Your Business podcast, media maven Sarah Strackhouse of @StrackhouseMedia shares how authentic storytelling drives business growth, builds personal legacy, and connects you to the clients who need your voice.

From DIY video wins to empowering entrepreneurs through media training, this episode is a must for founders, speakers, and experts ready to shine.

Listen now & get inspired!

Contact and Courses:

sarah@strackhousemedia.com

https://www.strackhousemedia.com/

https://www.strackhousemedia.com/mediacourse

• **Everyone has a story—**Sarah helps entrepreneurs uncover and authentically craft their unique voice to stand out and build trust.

• **Media training with impact—**Clients have landed business just from how they told their story—proof that good storytelling converts.

• **DIY legacy storytelling—**She helped a client create a viral video series honoring her mother, using just a phone and affordable gear.

• **Empowering thought leaders—**Her upcoming media course teaches professionals how to pitch themselves, appear confidently on camera, and build brand authority.

• **Journalist-driven content creation—**With a team of former journalists, Strackhouse Media merges production quality with purpose-driven storytelling.

Recorded at the Blue Mic Studios in Plano:

https://www.bluemicstudios.com/

https://caddooffices.com/