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26. Building cash flow and investing in your future with James Dentley

Introducing Co-host ERock Christopher

This week we’re pleased to announce that our podcast has a new co-host, ERock Christopher!

Eric Christopher, also known as ERock, is a successful marketing strategist and business consultant. He is the founder and CEO of Biz Famous Media Group, which is a business advisory group designed to promote large brands and enterprises. Erock is an accomplished writer, business strategist, inventor, and award-winning speaker. He’s a featured contributor on Entrepreneur.com, Business.com, Thrive Global, and Huffington Post among other major media outlets. He’s been a successful entrepreneur for over two decades and has mentored thousands of entrepreneurs on how to run successful businesses. 

About this week’s guest: James Bentley

James Dentley is a professional speaker, trainer, author, entrepreneur, and business strategist to many notable business celebrities. He’s been a successful entrepreneur for over 30 years helping over 400,000 people throughout the world learn what it takes to become high performers in their businesses and their personal lives. He has personally helped create over 80 millionaires using proven success strategies. Furthermore, James has also consulted many companies in the areas of trading profitability, communication, and leadership development. Author of “The 5 Frequencies of High Performance”, James is a motivational speaker inspiring thousands of people to live and lead better. James believes in the power of effective communication and founded the #1 communication training platform Inspired2Speak. 

Overcoming challenges

James Dentley overcame several personal challenges throughout his life. He rose from poverty in childhood through hard work and perseverance. Later on, after having achieved tremendous business success, he felt dissatisfied with life. Through losing his father and wife to cancer, he got a new perspective on life and committed to greater personal growth, and shared his wisdom with others. After being diagnosed with cancer he found a deeper connection with his family and realized that when you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change for you. 

Key ingredients in the recipe for success

James Dentley believes the key ingredients for success include:

  • Having a vision
  • Clarity about what you want
  • Persistence
  • Being prepared for challenges
  • Perseverance

Advice for Business Owners 

  • Communication 
  • Being adaptable to a shifting culture
  • Believing in yourself
  • Endurance and understanding that adversity comes to serve you
  • Focusing on where you want to get instead of worrying about where you are.
  • Spending time with people who uplift you and reading books to inspire you.
  • Never giving up and continuing to grow gives other people permission to grow too.
  • Staying prepared and sharpening your axe
  • Never stop and think you’ve got it all.

Tips for entrepreneurs to communicate their vision

“Never let what you want to say get in the way of what they need to hear.” –James Dentley

  1. Be clear and concise: “Don’t give a person a drink of water with a firehose.”
  2. Identify your core values, which will determine the energy that you create for your business.
  3. Ask the right questions. Don’t try to figure everything by yourself. Find resources and people who can help.

The favorite mistake that you learned the most from?

James’s experience with depression taught him valuable life lessons. He says his greatest mistake was beating himself up and not taking care of himself. He believes that becoming an alcoholic and giving up everything that he had achieved actually helped him get back up again and find a greater appreciation for life. It helped him build programs to help other people overcome self-defeating behaviors and breakthrough challenges. His experience taught him humility and love for himself and other people. 

Find out more about James Dentley here

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Robert L. Duncan – corporate strategy, and investor relations

Robert L. Duncan brings extensive experience in finance, corporate strategy, and investor relations to companies seeking growth and capital. He specializes in guiding businesses through the complexities of securing funding.

Duncan’s primary focus is on working with companies in the Food, Energy, Medical, and Housing sectors who are seeking growth capital. He plays a crucial role in assisting these borrowers in securing both loans and equity financing, leveraging his expertise to navigate financial markets. His responsibilities also include managing day-to-day operations and working with financial institutions on loan portfolios.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Duncan served as President and CEO of Pinnacle Investor Relations, LLC (2010-2015). In this capacity, he developed and executed impactful marketing and advertising campaigns for publicly held companies, presenting them directly to investors and investment managers. A testament to his strategic approach, he formulated campaigns that led to a 40% increase in firm revenues within a six-month period. He also has experience in client engagement and negotiation from his time as a Sales and Leasing Consultant at Mercedes Benz of Buckhead (March 2015-May 2018), where he consistently achieved recognition for his sales performance.

Robert Duncan’s academic background includes a Master of Business Administration from the University of South Carolina (1985). He shares his practical knowledge and insights as a frequent Guest Speaker at esteemed institutions, including the Clemson University Master of Accountancy Program (since 2023) and the University of Georgia Law School (since 2024), engaging with the next generation of financial and legal professionals.

Fadi Malouf – Strategic Buyer & Business Growth Architect

With over two decades of experience in scaling businesses and leading high-impact M&A strategies, Fadi brings deep expertise in acquiring and growing ventures across tech, real estate, and service industries. As President of FM Enterprises, he partners with private equity firms and investors to drive enterprise value, scale operations, and position companies for high-value exits. Fadi has access to over $2B in funding, a network of 800+ investors, and a proven track record of building companies from $200K to $5M+ in under a year. His structured, ROI-driven approach has led to successful outcomes across 62 U.S. healthcare locations, multiple private ventures, and large-scale advisory roles. At the heart of his work lies one mission: to engineer legacy-driven businesses that win.

Irina R. – Operations Manager | Digital Business Strategist

Irina R. is a seasoned Operations Manager with over 4 years of experience in project, team, and operations management for digital businesses, complemented by nearly a decade of leadership and management expertise as a B2B Account Manager at a French multinational universal bank and financial services company – Société Générale.

 

At Angel Investors Network, Irina plays a pivotal role in streamlining operations, optimizing workflows, and ensuring seamless execution of both internal and external projects.

Luisa B. - Web Designer and Marketing Design Strategist

Luisa B. is an accomplished Web Designer and Marketing Design Strategist with over 5 years of experience in web design, creative design, and digital marketing. As the creative lead, she collaborates on planning, developing, and launching high-converting campaigns that drive business success.

At Angel Investors Network, Luisa guides the design team, developing high-impact design and marketing solutions that ensure brand consistency and contribute to the successful launch of projects fueling company growth. Her creative expertise and collaborative approach strengthen Angel Investors’ digital presence.

John Reighard, Partner & EVP

John Reighard is a Partner at Angel Investors Network, where he leverages his expertise in business development, networking, and investor relations to help entrepreneurs secure funding and scale their businesses. With a passion for connecting people and ideas, John plays a pivotal role in fostering strategic partnerships and guiding business owners toward sustainable success. In addition to his work with Angel Investors Network, he also owns and operates two other small businesses.

 

A Connector and Networking Extraordinaire, Business Coach/Consultant, and Inspirational Speaker, John is deeply committed to helping individuals and businesses achieve meaningful results. His mission is to empower entrepreneurs and leaders to create lasting impact through strategic growth, financial acumen, and powerful relationship-building.

 

John has trained with, been mentored by, and provided consulting services to some of the world’s top thought leaders in personal development and business transformation, including Jack Canfield (America’s #1 Success Coach and Founder of Chicken Soup for the Soul), Stephen Covey, T. Harv Eker, Bob Proctor, Blair Singer, Robert Kiyosaki, Neil Rackham, Marcia Wieder, and Roger (Bud) Seith. These experiences have shaped his ability to guide clients through personal and professional growth, helping them unlock their full potential.

 

Before joining Angel Investors Network, John took a sabbatical in 2002, living with his family in Norway, Portugal, and France—an enriching experience that followed 15 award-winning years in Silicon Valley. During his time in the tech industry, he worked for leading companies such as Lucent Technologies, Exodus Communications, Octel Communications, and Brady Corporation.

Meet Jeff Barnes

Jeff Barnes is a former US Navy Nuclear power plant operator on a Submarine, Navy diver, risk management director, technology enthusiast, business growth expert, advisor and management consultant. Mr. Barnes sits on the boards of startup companies, runs a venture fund, supports non-profits supporting military vets, and spends most of his time helping CEOs and founders of growing companies automate, systemize, and scale to 8 and 9-figure valuations.

With over 20 years of technology, systems, operations, and marketing experience, Mr. Barnes has advised over 1,000 companies, invested tens of millions in advertising campaigns, and helped companies generate over $1 billion in investment capital.

As the chairman of Angel Investors Network and founder of Digital Evolution Marketing Group, Mr. Barnes has worked with founders, entrepreneurs, and CEOs around the world to accelerate the growth of their businesses and achieve substantial exits. He’s a father, husband, veteran, business owner, advisor, and mentor, and his true passion in life his helping others achieve success, freedom, and autonomy in theirs.