{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F3ae9080c-4220-4bad-8bee-beb24ef74af1","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Casting Vision That Actually Works with Austin Holmes\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/3ae9080c-4220-4bad-8bee-beb24ef74af1\"></iframe>","title":"Casting Vision That Actually Works with Austin Holmes","description":"In this episode of BizBlend, Sana sits down with visionary entrepreneur Austin Holmes, co-founder of Publicity For Good and Signal Raptor, to unpack what it really takes to cast a clear and compelling vision for your company. From building a mission-first PR platform while living in a 23-foot Airstream to now leading a 60-member team, Austin shares battle-tested insights from both the Navy Special Ops and startup trenches. Learn how to differentiate goals from vision, handle distractions, lead under pressure, and keep moving forward when most people give up. This episode is a no-fluff guide to aligning purpose with execution in today\u2019s fast-moving world of business.\n\nAbout the Guest:\nAustin Holmes is a Navy Special Operations veteran turned PR-tech entrepreneur. He scaled Publicity For Good from a mobile lifestyle to a multimillion-dollar agency and is now pioneering Signal Raptor, a platform reshaping how startups engage media. Austin\u2019s leadership is rooted in clarity, growth, and grit\u2014balancing family, business, and legacy with a mission to bring positive messaging back to media.\n\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nVision vs. Goals: Vision is your \"why\"\u2014your long-term, evolving north star. Goals are measurable steps along the way.\n\n\nHow to Handle Distraction: Prioritize deep work, define your top 3 daily tasks, and don\u2019t let distractions decide your direction.\n\n\nEffective Communication: Most founders give up too soon. It can take 10,000 conversations to get your vision seen\u2014don\u2019t quit early.\n\n\nLeadership and Culture: Austin\u2019s company culture is built on accountability, growth, and the mantra: \u201cBe champions.\u201d\n\n\nStress Management: Use breathwork, gratitude, and emotional reframing to stay grounded under pressure.\n\n\n\nConnect with Austin Holmes:\n\n\nInstagram/X/LinkedIn: @AustinHolmes\n\n\nWebsite: Signal Raptor | Publicity For Good\n\n\nAlso follow: Heather Holmes (Heather DeSantis) on all major platforms\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on BizBlend?DM on PodMatch \u2013 DM Me Here\nTune into all 15 podcasts by Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122:https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\nSubscribe To Newsletter:https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com\nJoin the Community:https://nas.io/healthymind\nStay Tuned And Follow Us:YouTube \u2013 @healthymind-healthylifeInstagram \u2013 @healthyminds.podThreads \u2013 @healthyminds.podFacebook \u2013 Podcast Healthy MindLinkedIn \u2013 Avik Chakraborty | Reema Chatterjee\n#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #bizblend #PublicityForGood #SignalRaptor #VisionCasting #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #PurposeDrivenBusiness #StartupSuccess #PRtech #BusinessMindset","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8749df67-2e89-47dd-9fdd-acf47e22a55b/1b228e298d805a68.jpg"}