I’m proud of my clients’ success.

Working with Brian was one of the best investments I’ve made in my professional development. I was feeling stuck and in need of direction, but Brian provided a supportive space to figure out my next steps. His approach to identifying my strengths and aligning them with my passions has given me the confidence I needed. I went from feeling lost to having a clear action plan for a new, rewarding career!

Shawn Nykaza – Bensenville, Illinois

Brian has been an incredibly motivating career coach. I’ve felt comfortable with him throughout each step of my journey so far and walk away from each meeting with plenty of food for thought. I appreciate his guidance and support.

Joann Asakawa Huntz – Littleton, Colorado

Brian helped me open my eyes to entrepreneurship and looking at my career at a different perspective. I had the pleasure of working with him over 2 months. I would recommend reaching out to him if you need career guidance in entrepreneurship.

Osaretin Uwumarogie – Hobart, Indiana

I have been working with Brian exploring career opportunities. It has been an amazing personal journey for me as I have gained many new insights into my skills, career assets, goals, and possibilities I never imagined. Brian is great at actively listening, asking the right question to inspire deeper thinking and continually challenging me to maintain an open mind and not limiting my future possibilities. I can honestly say my time spent so far has been well worth it. I look forward to what exciting pathways lie in my forward.

Jill Hampton – Rochester, Minnesota

I have known myself all of my life — my strengths, my experience, and my professional identity — but working with Brian Smith introduced me to a part of myself I never thought I would meet: the entrepreneur.

Brian has a remarkable ability to bring clarity to complex career decisions and to help you see possibilities beyond the path you’ve always known. His thoughtful questions and strategic perspective challenged me in the best way and gave me the confidence to seriously explore entrepreneurship.

He combines insight with genuine encouragement, and you leave every conversation both informed and empowered. I highly recommend Brian to anyone considering business ownership or exploring what their next chapter could become.

Kimberly Walker – Fayetteville, Georgia

I was introduced to Brian through LinkedIn, and from our very first conversation the rapport was immediate—easy, genuine, and never forced. The experience felt like a thoughtful partnership built on trust and open dialogue, not a traditional client relationship.

In just a few sessions, Brian has helped me to reconnect with what truly motivates me, expand my thinking beyond traditional career paths, and explore income opportunities that align with both my strengths and my short- and long-term goals.

I’m deeply grateful for the resources and perspective he’s shared and would highly recommend Brian to anyone seeking clarity, encouragement, and a collaborative guide while reflecting on their career.

Brad Wagner – Nicholasville, Kentucky

Brian did exactly what he said he’d do, every time. He called on the dot, showed up to every appointment prepared, asked smart questions, and kept me accountable to clearly defined goals. He’s a strong coach, dependable, and genuinely insightful. I walked away with a clearer understanding of myself and a plan I actually can follow through on.

Sarah Friden – Denver Metropolitan Area

I highly recommend Brian Smith as a Career Ownership Coach. He is a professional, knowledgeable, and was truly focused on helping me understand career and business ownership opportunities. Brian takes the time to explain opportunities clearly and provides practical, no pressure guidance based on my goals. Working with Brian was a very positive and educational experience, and I’m confident others will benefit from his expertise.

Sinapao Roberts – Seaside, California

Working with Brian was incredibly easy and comfortable from start to finish. He truly creates a safe, judgment-free space. His guidance was practical, actionable, and grounded in realistic possibilities that helped me move forward with confidence. I left each meeting with clear next steps and renewed momentum in my career.

Jana Johnson – Denver Metropolitan Area 

I’ve had the privilege of working with Brian in the past and recently reconnecting with him in his role as a Career Ownership Coach at The Entrepreneur’s Source. Brian is one of those people who just gets business—he’s sharp, organized, and has a process that makes the whole experience feel clear and approachable. What really stands out is his ability to help you see your strengths and uncover opportunities you might not have considered. He doesn’t just give advice; he helps you think strategically about what’s next and connects you to resources that make things happen. If you’re exploring what the future could look like for your career, Brian is the person you want guiding you.

Nick Bloemen – New Braunfels, Texas

“I started with just me and one truck, working out of my garage. I now have four employees, and I am in a commercial space. The earnings potential is pretty well limitless at this point. I am busy. I do have to spend time away from my family just as I did before. But now, if I want to stay home and cook my kids breakfast, I can. On nice sunny days, if I want to cut out early to take the kids swimming, I do. I don’t just have weekends to choose from anymore.”

BRANDEN BOWDEN, New Business Owner

“After working as an executive in the Detroit area, I found myself at a crossroads. At the age of 64, many people are looking to wind down; but I was starting a whole new adventure. I considered taking another shot at the day-to-day corporate grind. I tried to find another position, but my wife and I have always dreamed of owning our own business, so we began to examine the possibilities. That’s when I found The Entrepreneur’s Source®. I feel my coach has developed his communication skills which allow him to listen with true empathy and I completely trusted The Entrepreneur’s Source process. Now I feel I have personal value in my work. I am loving being a business owner and can see the impact it can have on others. The Entrepreneur’s Source has a great process to help you explore self-sufficiency.”

RICK WEAVER, New Business Owner

“I was traveling across the country working in corporate sales and one day I realized that I didn’t want to travel anymore! That’s when I began to think about owning my own business. I began working with my Career Ownership Coach who helped me begin my Journey of Discovery. For me, it was a great process. I was learning about what excited and motivated me, but also what didn’t! That was just as important. I am so happy I went on the “journey,” and was also happy to have my coach along with me. He was a very good listener. He was genuinely interested in my long-term success. and he challenged me to see some things I didn’t even see in myself.”

LEE PUTNAM, New Business Owner

“I had worked for 15 years in the world of corporate finance when I was forced to make a sudden exit. I had always thought to myself, I have this great corporate job, I’m on easy street. But I was really in the wrong place at the wrong time. I had no control over my own destiny. My Career Ownership Coach helped me take a close look at Franchising to achieve self-sufficiency.  Franchising was a better choice for me rather than starting a business from the ground up. I have a good sense of how things should run and customer service but I tend not to be strong on the sales side and frankly, I am not the stereotypical idea-man. A franchise is giving you the playbook, and you have a product. In my mind a lot of the basics have been built, you just need to follow the proven system. When friends are approaching those exit ramps in life, the first thing I tell them to do is to connect with a Career Ownership Coach at The Entrepreneur’s source.”

ANDREW BROWN, New Business Owner

“The first time I met with my coach, I didn’t think I would walk out with a popcorn stand…Throughout my career, I never once dreamed I’d be in the place I’m in now. I thank E-Source for helping guide me.”

BILL BENTZ, New Business Owner

“Being an entrepreneur was always an idea in my head, but to be honest, I thought when I got to the point in my life that I had a family, that that ship had sailed. My wife and I met with our Career Ownership Coach and found The Entrepreneur’s Source® to be a valuable tool throughout our discovery process. Now, as a business owner I have not only raised nearly $1 million dollars for schools in my community, but I work hard, and I get the flexibility to do what I want to do when I want to do it.”

MICHAEL SCROOPE, New Business Owner