🎙️ Breaking Business Podcast
Hosted by Dr. Brandon Wood
Welcome to the Breaking Business Podcast — where marketing myths get roasted, entrepreneurship gets a reality check, and success is stripped of its Instagram filters. 👀💥
Each week, Dr. Brandon Wood (yeah, the actual doctor of business, not a self-proclaimed guru) brings you raw insights, real strategies, and the occasional hot take on what it really takes to build a brand, grow a business, and stay sane in the age of hustle culture.
Expect deep dives into topics like:
🧠 Why most marketing advice is just recycled fluff
📉 What to do when your business is tanking
📈 How to sell without selling your soul
💰 Making money without becoming a walking sales funnel
🧊 And yes, we talk brand, burnout, bots, and big moves
Whether you’re an underdog with a vision 🐺, a corporate dropout 🚫💼, or just trying to figure out what the hell SEO actually means — this podcast is your go-to firehose of real-world business wisdom.
🔗 Connect & Conquer:
🎥 YouTube (Full Episodes + Visual Vibes):
👉 youtube.com/@Dr.WoodRecommends
📸 Instagram (Clips, Rants, and Behind the Mic):
👉 instagram.com/drwoodrecommends
🐦 Twitter/X (Hot Takes & Threads That Slap):
👉 twitter.com/DrWoodOfficial
📘 Facebook (Yes, Boomers Still Get Business Done):
👉 facebook.com/DrWoodRecommends
💼 LinkedIn (When You Wanna Look Smart):
👉 linkedin.com/in/drwoodrecommends
🧠 Who’s this for?
Business nerds ✔️
Startup junkies ✔️
Tired employees dreaming of freedom ✔️
Anyone who’s ever thought, “There’s gotta be a better way to do this…”
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Because here at Breaking Business…
📢 We don’t chase trends. We break them.
Building your own business sounds like freedom — until reality hits.
In this episode, Dr. Wood gets brutally honest about what it really takes to run a business in 2025: the pressure, the pivoting, t…
It’s one of the most heated debates in modern work culture:
If your team works from home, should they earn less?
In this episode, Dr. Wood explores the economics, ethics, and employer logic behind re…
Social media isn’t what it was last year — or even last month.
In this episode, Dr. Wood unpacks the latest shifts in platform algorithms, content formats, and audience behavior that are quietly resh…
Cold email isn’t dead — but lazy outreach is.
In this episode, Dr. Wood dives into the truth about cold emailing in 2025 — what still works, what’s getting flagged as spam, and how to write emails th…
Can you lead a team without being the smartest person in the room?
In this episode, Dr. Wood explores whether subject-matter expertise is still necessary for effective leadership — or if the best man…
You’ve been told to save every penny. But what if that mindset is holding you back?
In this episode, Dr. Wood challenges the traditional advice around saving money and explains why the smartest entre…
You’ve optimized your site, published content… now what?
In this episode, Dr. Wood breaks down how long SEO actually takes to show results — based on realistic timelines, not hype.
Learn what to expe…
You’re posting. You’re creating. But are you converting?
In this episode, Dr. Wood breaks down the silent killer of most content strategies: no plan to turn attention into action.
Learn how to struct…
“Niche down or drown.” That’s the advice… but is it still true in 2025?
In this episode, Dr. Wood challenges the popular wisdom around niche marketing and explores whether being multi-passionate can …
It’s the ultimate traffic showdown: long-term strategy vs instant visibility.
In this episode, Dr. Wood breaks down the strengths, weaknesses, and real ROI of SEO and social media in today’s fast-mov…
🎙️ Ep. 15 – The Future of Influencer Marketing: What to Expect in 2025 and Beyond
Influencer marketing isn’t dying — it’s evolving fast.
In this episode, Dr. Wood breaks down where the creator econom…
Is your team disengaged — or just done with bad leadership?
In this episode, Dr. Wood tackles the controversial trend of quiet quitting and what it really says about today’s workplace dynamics.
Is it…
Can you really level up your business in just one week? Dr. Wood put it to the test.
In this episode, you'll hear the exact 7-day challenge he used to create momentum, attract new customers, and shar…
It’s not dead — it’s just misused.
In this episode, Dr. Wood unpacks the real potential behind cold email as a growth tool — and why most people get it horribly wrong.
Discover how to craft emails th…
Want your business to grow? Start with the person running it.
In this episode, Dr. Wood dives into the direct (and often overlooked) link between your mindset, habits, and leadership skills — and you…
Think your brand color is just a “vibe”? Think again.
In this episode, Dr. Wood breaks down the psychology, strategy, and flat-out myths behind brand colors — including the common traps that make bus…
Most startups don’t fail because of bad products — they fail because of avoidable traps.
In this episode, Dr. Wood exposes the 3 silent killers that destroy promising businesses before they ever get …
Artificial Intelligence isn’t just hype — it’s a competitive edge.
In this episode, Dr. Wood breaks down exactly how AI tools are reshaping content creation, customer targeting, ad performance, and t…
It sounds wild... but can selling reptiles actually turn a profit?
In this episode, Dr. Wood explores the surprising world of niche pet businesses — with a deep dive into the economics, startup costs…
Think skipping a website saves you time or money? Think again.
In this episode, Dr. Wood uncovers the real-world consequences of relying solely on social media or word of mouth — and why NOT having a…