“Money is never the goal. It’s only the scoreboard of your service to others.”

- Phillip Cantrell

Success Comes From Serving Others First

“The more people you help, the more success you’ll see reflected in your own wealth. Money itself isn’t the reward. It’s the relationships you build and the legacy you leave behind that truly matters.”
— Phillip Cantrell
Phillip Cantrell, a middle-aged man with gray hair and glasses, wearing a plaid blazer and white shirt, speaking at a podium in a conference room with red accent lighting and curtains.
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Add proven business wisdom to your next event

I combine real-world entrepreneurial experience with practical, actionable insights. Through more than 40 years in business, I've learned lessons the hard way that can help shorten the learning curve for your audience.

I'll give your audience strategies they can use today, not just inspiration.

When I speak to your group, I’ll share:

  • How I turned my business failures into stepping stones for sustainable success

  • My systems for building processes that scale businesses beyond the founder

  • Proven methods for creating a culture where people thrive, and profits follow

  • Strategic decisions that prepare your business for a successful transition

  • The "Purpose Beyond Profit" mindset that drives long-term growth

  • Navigating challenging business environments while leading with integrity

  • Building wealth that serves future generations and creates a lasting impact

My speaking engagements are never one-size-fits-all. I'll work with you to design a talk that addresses your audience's specific pain points with battle-tested solutions.

As the founder of Benchmark Realty and a veteran of multiple successful businesses, I bring authentic wisdom from the bloody trenches of entrepreneurship, where putting people before profits consistently delivers greater long-term success.

Reach out to me at Phillip@PhillipCantrell.com to talk about how I can serve your audience at your next event.

“Phillip,

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for the powerful message you shared. Your words truly resonated with me, and I’ve found myself reflecting on the lessons you offered over this last week. I’ve even had several follow-up conversations with members of my team, inspired by the insights you provided.

Your book was impactful, and I deeply appreciated the value you brought through your message. The old ways of doing business no longer guarantee success, and it’s those who show grit, discipline, and consistency that have risen to the challenge of today’s market. They adapt, learn, and ultimately have become stronger and more effective professionals and I believe that is why your message resonated with so many.

I’ve always believed in the power of servant leadership, and I credit much of my own impact to that philosophy. I’m constantly learning from others, and your message was a meaningful reminder of why we do what we do.

Thank you again for your passion, your perseverance, and your commitment to helping others. You’ve made a lasting impression and I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you again.”
— Tera B., Officer | Mortgage Retail Area Manager
“What a great call today!!

The pace and the content was terrific!! You easily kept us engaged for the entirety of the call, and it could have been even longer.”
— Brian D. | Managing Director, Senior Vice President