How to Publish a Book and Build Authority with Angela DeCaires (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 145) For many professional service providers, writing a book is more than just a dream. Becoming the author of a well-crafted book is one of the most effective ways to establish authority, strengthen client trust, and create new […]

How Banks Shape Workforce Housing in North Fulton (North Fulton Voices, Episode 13) Affordable housing is often discussed in terms of zoning, development, or politics, but the financial system behind it is just as critical. In this episode of North Fulton Voices, hosts Jack Murphy and Kathy Swahn examine workforce housing through the banking lens with […]

The State of Arts Funding in Georgia with Laura Hennighausen (Good2Give Podcast, Episode 17) Laura Hennighausen, Director of Strategic Philanthropy at Purpose Possible, joins hosts Maria Walden and DePriest Waddy to discuss Arts Capital Atlanta, a collaborative campaign addressing the urgent need for arts funding in the region. Laura shares how the initiative grew from […]

Richard W. Smith on Moving from Price Taker to Price Setter (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 144) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey with host John Ray, Richard W. Smith explains how professional service providers can stop undervaluing themselves and make the shift from being price takers to price setters. Drawing on […]

Heartspoken Notes for Genuine Connection with Elizabeth Cottrell (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 143) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey with host John Ray, Elizabeth Cottrell shares how the simple act of writing a heartfelt note can create genuine connections, open up opportunities, and make a lasting impression in both business and […]

Thor Legvold on Nordic Leadership, Purpose, and Pricing (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 141) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, Thor Legvold joins host John Ray to talk about how the way we lead ourselves, our clients, and our firms shapes how others understand our value. Drawing from the Nordic leadership […]

Why You’re Really Afraid to Raise Your Prices with John Ray (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 141) Are you afraid to raise prices? You’re not alone. Raising your prices isn’t just a financial move. It’s an emotional decision that can stir up fear, doubt, and second-guessing. In this solo episode of The Price and […]

North Fulton Economic Alliance Launch with Rich Johnson (GNFCC 400 Insider, Episode 109) Join Kali Boatright, President and CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, as she sits down with Rich Johnson, the newly appointed Executive Director of the North Fulton Economic Alliance. In this episode, discover how this innovative public-private partnership is […]

Why Value Pricing Still Feels Hard with Alastair Dryburgh (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 140) Value pricing sounds great in theory. So why does it often fall flat in practice? In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, pricing strategist and author Alastair Dryburgh joins host John Ray to explore the gap between creating […]

100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life with Richard Weylman (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 139) In this compelling episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray interviews Richard Weylman, international bestselling author of 100 Proven Ways to Acquire and Keep Clients for Life. Despite being orphaned at age […]

Hard Truth from Atlanta Home Builders: ‘We Can’t Build What People Need’ (North Fulton Voices, Episode 12) In this episode of North Fulton Voices, Nancy Diamond and Kathy Swahn of the North Fulton Improvement Network sit down with Corey Deal of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association and Jordon Tench of O’Dwyer Properties for a candid […]

Why Charging Premium Fees is Actually a Service to Your Clients, with Criminal Attorney Joshua Baron (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 138) In this second part of a compelling conversation, host John Ray continues his deep dive with criminal defense attorney Joshua Baron, exploring the life-changing effects of charging premium fees and the philosophy […]

Ditching Google Ads: Criminal Attorney Joshua Baron’s Referral Practice Revolution (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 137) In this compelling first part of a two-part series, host John Ray sits down with Joshua Baron, founding partner of SB Legal and author of The Business of Criminal Law and Criminal Defense Referrals. Josh shares his remarkable transformation […]

2025 GNFCC Nonprofit Award Winners Making a Lasting Impact: Chattahoochee Nature Center and RUMC Job Networking (GNFCC 400 Insider, Episode 108) In this special episode of the GNFCC 400 Insider podcast, host Rebekah Anderson sits down with the 2025 Nonprofit Award Winners to explore the remarkable impact of two standout organizations: RUMC Job Networking Ministry and […]

Build Authority and Clients Through Podcast Guesting, with Noémi Beres, Podcast Connections (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 136) Join host John Ray on The Price and Value Journey as he speaks with Noémi Beres, co-owner of Podcast Connections booking agency, about the powerful strategy of podcast guesting for service professionals. Discover why podcast guesting […]

Johns Creek: Number One Best U.S. City to Live In, with Mayor John Bradberry and Brian Lynam, Boston Scientific (GNFCC 400 Insider, Episode 107) Join GNFCC CEO Kali Boatright in this episode of the GNFCC 400 Insider podcast as she chats with Johns Creek Mayor John Bradberry and Boston Scientific Senior Director Brian Lynam, discussing […]

How Purpose Builds Value Confidence, with Shane Jackson (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 135) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, host John Ray shares a powerful conversation with Shane Jackson, leader of Jackson Healthcare and author of This Is the Thing: About Life, Joy and Owning Your Purpose. They explore the […]

The Role of Human Capital in Successful Business Exits, with Steve Keck and Maria Forbes (The Exit Exchange, Episode 24) In this episode of The Exit Exchange, host John Ray sits down with experts Steve Keck, President of Span the Chasm, and Maria Forbes, President and Founder of FIREPOWER Teams, to discuss the significance of […]

Price Without Fear, with pricing expert Andrew Bailey (The Price and Value Journey, Episode 134) In this episode of The Price and Value Journey, pricing expert Andrew Bailey joins host John Ray to explore why fear and hesitation dominate so many conversations around pricing. Drawing on his extensive experience as a pricing strategist and negotiation coach, […]

How Hemophilia of Georgia Transforms Lives Through Innovation, Care, and Community, with Vic McCarty (Good2Give Podcast, Episode 16) In this episode of the Good2Give podcast, hosts Maria Walden and DePriest Waddy sit down with Vic McCarty, Chief Community Engagement Officer at Hemophilia of Georgia (HoG), to explore how this remarkable nonprofit is redefining comprehensive care for […]