Swing…Aim…Let go! | Elite Breakaway Coaching | Jaya Nelson
The Engler Journey
“I play for the girls just like me who don't come from a rodeo family.” For Jaya, breakaway roping can be related to the basics of entrepreneurship. You start by swinging and thinking about your passions, then aim for what you want to achieve. Then, most importantly, you have to let go, take the risk and start your business. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming current Engler senior, Jaya Nelson! She is the owner and founder of Elite Breakaway Roping where she teaches young people how to breakaway rope. She came from a ranching family, not a rodeo family and she is giving back to young...
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Who much is given much is expected | Flying Y Leather | Sam Skavdahl
The Engler Journey
To see the beauty of a snowflake you have to stand in the cold. Sam knows that hardwork and dedication are vital to entrepreneurship. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming Engler senior, Sam Skavdahl! He is the owner and founder of Flying Y Leather where he creates leather products from wallets to belts. He is also an inspiring poet and member of the Engler experience team! Tune into this episode to hear how Sam got involved in Engler and found his outlet for storytelling.
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Jump Over The Fence | Trailblazers | Nathaly Dragoo
The Engler Journey
Some of the most valuable skills are not often found inside of the school classroom. Nathaly found her classroom outisde in Curtis, Nebraska. Before, she had been on the outside of the fence, but decided to jump over into the agriculture industry. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming rising Engler junior, Nathaly Dragoo! She is the owner and founder of Trailblazers where she creates agricultural inspired clothing. She is advocating for the agriculture industry and hopes that we can be trailblazers by advocating for agriculture as well. Tune into this episode to hear how Nathaly continued to...
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Rolling into Entrepreneurship | Alexa Carter | Rising Rolls Baking Company
The Engler Journey
You can be unsure about what you want to do, but still be on the right track. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming a rising Engler sophmore, Alexa Carter! She is the founder and owner of Rising Roll Baking Company where she combines two Nebraska favorites; chili and cinnamon rolls! Her family has strong connections to entreprenuership and she believes that there are so many opportunties available for people to get started. Tune into the episode to hear how Alexa continued to find her passion for baking through the Engler program!
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Carving Out The Journey | Seth Wright | Scrappy Woodworks
The Engler Journey
Never doubt yourself by thinking you aren't cut out for entrepreneurship. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming a future Engler senior, Seth Wright! He is the founder and owner of the business Scrappy Woodworks which upcycles scrap wood. Through his business he creates cutting boards to picture frames and so much more. Seth enjoys his business because he can make an impact on so many lives by creating unique woodworking pieces. Tune into this episode to hear how Seth has found a passion for woodworking through the Engler program!
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The Driver's Seat | Abby Miller | Pat On Tap and Abby Miller Photography
The Engler Journey
Stick with your heart and do what you really love. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming a recent Engler graduate, Abby Miller! She is the owner and founder of Pat On Tap and Abby Miller Photography. Through both of her businesses she creates precious memories by making an impact on people's lives. Abby enjoys doing her businesses because she gets to do what she loves and provide quality work for communities. Tune into this episode to hear how Abby literally chose the driver's seat and starts taking control of her life journey.
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Molding The Future | Jenna Knake | The Tipsy Armadillo and Connect Ag Ed
The Engler Journey
Step outside of your comfort zone and find your inner creativity. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming current Engler sophmore, Jenna Knake! She is the owner and founder of both The Tipsy Armadillo and Connect Ag Ed and through her businesses she does leather crafting and solves problems for agriculture teachers. Jenna enjoys doing her businesses because they fufill both of her passions of creativity and giving back to the agriculture industry. Tune into this episode to hear how Jenna is molding leather and the future of agriculture.
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Crafting Legacies | Sydney Wellsandt | Double U Silver
The Engler Journey
Pay attention to the details of your craft and your life. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming current Engler junior, Sydney Wellsandt! She is the owner and founder of Double U Silver and through her business she creates handmade sterling silver jewelry. Sydney enjoys making jewelry especially because it becomes such an important part of people's lives. Tune into this episode to hear how Sydney found the Engler community, to now bringing together two of her passions of agriculture and jewelry.
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Reconnect to Yourself | Elijah Riley | Big Gumdrop Outdoors
The Engler Journey
The outdoors provides opportuntities for personal growth. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming current Engler senior, Elijah Riley! He is the owner and founder of Big Gumdrop Outdoors with the mission of connecting urban young people back to nature. Elijah enjoys being a mentor for young people and inspiring them to give back to the outdoors through conservation. Tune into this episode to hear how Elijah came to understand his passion for nature and giving back to the community that raised him.
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Live the Abundant Life | Lana Hebda | lana hebda creative |
The Engler Journey
Never be afraid to start something and just take a leap of faith. Join Olivia Vanderford in welcoming current fifth year student in Engler and true storyteller, Lana Hebda! She is the owner and founder of "lana hebda creative" where she captures the special moments in people's lives through photography. Lana enjoys being a generational entreprenuer and she hopes to share her photography with generations to come. Tune into this episode to hear how Lana learned the power of comparison and understanding her own journey.
info_outlineJoin in on the first guest of Season Eight of the Engler Journey Podcast as Dylan Tegtmeier shares his story and entrepreneurial spirit.
From military experience to flipping houses, Dylan has his boots on the ground each day making a difference in the community. In this episode, Dylan talks about his journey in and out of college: his intriguing story, job search and path to his current career.
Throughout his experience, he has managed to shift his mindset away from a scarcity mindset. Now his story is a great example for entrepreneurs today.