Do you have an Inner Circle?
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If you don't have an Inner Circle, you need one. It's changed my life and I'm beyond convinced that every human needs one. In this episode, I talk through what it is, why it's so crucially important for your life and how to get one.
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Crossfit Mudtown: Jacki Rodgers
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Today we’re taking a more nuanced approach and we’re going to hear some thoughts specifically on the subject of fitness. The longer I live the more I am convinced that fitness has the ability to change so much more than just our physical bodies. It affects our minds, our relationships, our confidence, our sleep, our grit, our energy levels, our focus. There aren’t a whole lot of areas in our lives that aren’t touched by how we take care of our physical bodies. To help me talk through this subject I have recruited my dear friend and coach, Jacki Rodgers. Jacki is a co-owner at Crossfit...
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Great Bear Wax Co: Jake Carnley
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Jake Carnley is the founder of Great Bear Wax Co. and they make some of the most amazing candles you’ll ever smell. Jake started pouring candles in his apartment while he was attending Auburn University in 2013 and since then he’s seen the brand really take off. He's been able to get into some large retailers and he’s hoping to announce partnerships with more stores you’ve definitely heard of very soon. I was curious to hear what Jake’s journey has been like and why he chose to build a business selling candles in the first place. How do you know if this episode is for you?...
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Mason Music: Will Mason
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Will Mason's plan was to be a rockstar. That was until his band got dropped from their label. Having no backup plan, Will was forced to figure out what to do next. Through a fateful interaction with a kid wanting to learn to play the guitar, he realized he loved teaching people to play music. Shortly thereafter, he started Mason Music. Today he has four locations and employs dozens of teachers. I think you'll learn a lot from Will's story and his thoughts on letting go of control on the path to pursuing a dream. How do you know if this episode is for you? We discuss: One question...
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Mini Episode: Making the most of 2017 and 2018
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The end of the year is quickly approaching! So, how do we get the most out of 2017 while preparing for 2018? I share my thoughts in this mini episode. Merry Christmas!
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Planet Fundraiser: Kasey Birdsong
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Kasey Birdsong is a serial entrepreneur who loves solving problems. In 2015, he co-founded Planet Fundraiser, a fundraising app that helps users raise money for the cause of their choice. They've grown very quickly since their inception and currently over 25,000 users and hundreds of participating merchants. Kasey candidly shares his experiences leading a startup and how he's developing as a leader in the process. How do you know if this episode is for you? We discuss: Facing your fears to start something you believe in Why building a great company is a vehicle but not the...
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Knight Eady: Michael Eady
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Michael Eady believes in the power of sports to transform lives. So much so, that he founded his entire company on this belief. Knight Eady is a sports marketing and event management company based in Birmingham, Alabama. I've really enjoyed watching their growth since their start in 2013 and I'm inspired by how they're building this company. I sat down with Michael to pick his brain on company culture development and how he's been forced to change as a leader. How do you know if this episode is for you? Here's a few things we discussed: Why sometimes leaving a "secure" job is your best...
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Zkano Socks: Gina Locklear
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In its heyday, there were over 100 active sock mills in Forty Payne, Alabama. However, due to outsourcing and cheaper overseas manufacturing, all but a few of them have shut down their mills for good. That did not deter Gina Locklear from starting her own sock company, Zkano, in 2008. I’m fascinated by stories of people who defy the odds to start something they believe in, especially in an industry that is so challenging. Gina was kind enough to invite me to her mill, show me around and talk to me about how she got into the business and the adversity she’s had to overcome to make her...
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Kulture City: Julian Maha
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The quality of our lives and the impact we have is often dictated by how we respond to challenges. When Julian Maha found out his son had autism he was devastated. Yet, it was in the face of this hardship that he and his wife founded Kulture City, a non-profit looking to create a culture of acceptance and inclusion for all individuals with unique abilities. Kulture City is doing some incredibly impactful work, but they're also shaking up how we think about non-profits all together. The thoughts Julian shares are not just valuable for non-profits, but for all organizations looking to...
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Steel City Pops: Jim Watkins
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In 2012, opening a storefront that only sold popsicles may have seemed like a pretty crazy idea; but today, Steel City Pops is a growing brand with new locations opening all over the Southeast. The founder is Jim Watkins and this is a true grit and grind story of a leader who dreamed a dream and wouldn't give up until he succeeded. I'm a huge fan of Steel City Pops and Jim's story is as inspiring as it is insightful. How do you know if this episode is for you? We discuss: How to build and develop an autonomous and responsible team When you should bring more people into your...
info_outlineIn his 20 years in the real estate industry, Derek Walchack has seen plenty of ups and downs. Despite the recent recession he and his team have led Shannon Waltchack to become a thriving and dominant broker, investor, developer and manager of commercial property throughout the Southeast. In this episode, we discuss the current state of the real estate market as well as the trends he sees brought on by advances in technology and the Millennial workforce.
In this episode, you'll learn:
-How Millennials are changing work environments and what it means for businesses
-Why real estate matters and the impact it has on cities and people
-What's it's like to take a big risk and see it pay off
-Basic guidelines for making wise real estate investments and some pitfalls to avoid