Why Investing in People Pays Off with Ben Gower & Brandon Sowers

What if access to personal growth programs didn’t depend on having cash up front? In this episode, Ben Gower and Brandon Sowers, co-founders of Shiloh Finance, unpack how their fintech startup is breaking down the financial barriers to coaching and education by helping programs offer affordable payment plans without sacrificing upfront revenue. The conversation also dives into their shared history in the coaching and sales world, key mentors who changed their lives, and why relationships are central to everything they do.     [00:01 - 06:57] | Reframing Access to Coaching Programs How financing removes the need for internal collections by paying programs upfront Why offering terms like $400/month increases accessibility for prospective clients The significance of presenting coaching offers in the same way as car companies advertise   [06:58 - 12:00] | From Double-Wides to Network Shifts The importance of financial accessibility in expanding someone’s network and opportunities What happens when a person joins a coaching program and enters a new, more empowered community Why investors now see both social impact and strong returns through ShiFi’s funding model   [12:24 - 18:33] | Mentors Who Redefined the Path The importance of mentorship in personal growth and business development How asking better questions leads to better self-awareness and ownership What Ben gained by relocating his family to surround himself with deeper mentorship and community   [18:34 - 24:16] | Relationship Capital and Big Bets Why long-term relationship-building often leads to opportunities you can’t plan for. The significance of showing up with trust and consistency before ever asking for anything How that one introduction shifted Brandon’s entire career path and vision   [24:17 - 29:17] | Trust, Timing, and Thinking Bigger What makes introductions effective: trust in both character and competence Why entrepreneurs should put bold ideas out into the world with clarity and intention The importance of having a simple test for whether to make a connection       Connect with Ben and Brandon:   Website: https://www.shilohfinance.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bengower1                   https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonsowers   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachbengower                     https://www.facebook.com/brandoncharlessowers         Key Quotes:   “Becoming a powerful coach comes from being powerfully coached.” - Ben Gower   “You can’t just seek value—you have to find where value is seeking you.” - Brandon Sowers     Thanks for tuning in!   If you liked my show, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe!    Find me on the following streaming platforms:   Apple Spotify Google Podcasts IHeart Radio Stitcher