Working For A Dream

“Working For A Dream” With Patrick Bolanos is about the hard work and hustle it takes to build an empire. On a quest to help Nicaraguan students pursue careers as professional baseball players, entrepreneur Patrick Bolanos shares his story of climbing to the top in multiple industries. Coming from a background in finance and business development, Patrick shares his wisdom on this show and interviews iconic figures in the marketplace. Tune in for a show that will get you armed and ready to create your own dream life. It will take responsibility and hard work but with strong mentors and a will to succeed, you can do anything.

Season 2, EP 5- Lomeli Delgado, Founder Texas Front Yard BBQ: The 3:00 am Dream of a Lifetime 02/05/2024

Season 2, EP 5- Lomeli Delgado, Founder Texas Front Yard BBQ: The 3:00 am Dream of a Lifetime When you decide the life you have will not be better than it is, you're right. It won't unless you decide to take the action to be more, have more, and do more to help get you closer to that goal. Getting what you want requires a goal, a plan to do the work, and consistency to do the same thing no matter how boring, tedious, or tiresome it is. Today's guest is a prime example of what can happen when you make things happen. Lomeli Delgado is the founder and owner of Texas Front Yard BBQ and Catering in San Antonio, Texas. They've been serving up some of the most tender, fall-off-the-bone turkey legs mixed with Spanish rice, shrimp, elote', and mac and cheese. That's just the tip of the menu. Lomeli started his business when he was still in Sales at Budweiser. In this episode, Lomeli and Patrick reconnect after meeting many years ago in 2019. Lomeli was one of the very first clients for Trailer King Builders and they have a very candid conversation about life, raising children, the food truck industry, and the impenetrable mindset required to show up as a leader and innovator in the food industry. What You'll Learn: Why Lomeli woke up at 3 am when he started his business What inspired him to explore launching his own food truck How Lomeli used his experience in sales, marketing, and pricing to launch his food truck successfully The logic behind setting prices on your menu Why it's important to start a business with smaller price points The one thing Lomeli did even when he sold nothing during his "Pop-Ups" How Lomeli took Texas Front Yard BBQ from grossing $2K a week to $20K a week in just a few years How and why social media is so important for anyone in business to survive in any economy Why food and music tie together a better experience for patrons An interesting take on Red Bull's marketing plan One secret to having a successful campaign on social media His 5-day-a-week schedule A few businesses Patrick had and why Breaking Bad was the inspiration for one of them Why Lomeli added seafood to his menu Favorite Quote: "People get scared about pushing themselves. There should be no excuse why people can't do more." -Lomeli Delgado How to Connect with Lomeli: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/29997693

Season 2, EP 4- Brent Knott, Entrepreneur: Running the Race of Entrepreneurship 01/29/2024

Season 2, EP 4- Brent Knott, Entrepreneur: Running the Race of Entrepreneurship There are things in life we are not built for, but we do them anyway. It could come from a place of restlessness, circumstances, or even a higher calling. At the end of the day, there is a quick way to get to the place you're intended to be. It comes through the process of running......physically, mentally, and emotionally. Brent Knott is a serial entrepreneur and is the owner of 3 brick and mortar locations that wrap vehicles, as well as a digital marketing agency. He's highly focused on building a culture that has allowed him to empower his employees, managers, and executives, which allowed him to do a deep dive into living his best life. Today, Patrick and Brent have a highly connected conversation about what it means to really build a powerful culture inside of a business. It has allowed him to remove himself from the day-to-day operations of his business, and allow others to thrive. They talk about running and the direct correlation it has to life and business, how to handle difficult situations at work, and how to find the inspiration to keep moving forward. What You'll Learn: Why Brent lives in Mexico and why he decided to run a 100-mile marathon How long it takes to complete a 50-mile and 100-mile race What item Brent spent $400 on for his race The benefits of running starting with your mind What "controllables" are in business and how to identify the opportunities in the unexpected How Patrick handles people lying to him Some of the things Brent has had to do when being pulled over by police in Mexico Why corruption continues to hold countries like Mexico down Brent's favorite type of taco One of Patrick's favorite authentic Mexican restaurants in Houston The results Patrick got on IG from making one post about a controversial observation Self-validation that keeps most business owners stuck as technicians The power of mentorship and a powerful lesson Brent learned from his Why it's important to do P & Ls every single day How Brent only works 6 hours a week and how he spends the rest of his time A revenue model that keeps his staff motivated and helps with employee retention How being transparent has allowed him to retain good people Favorite Quote: "I'm not built like a runner and I can go run a hundred miles and build my identity around it. It's a metaphor for business and life. Since starting, with that, I use the same process in everything." -Brent Knott Connect with Brent: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/29997143

Season 2- EP 3- Jose Bolanos, Personal Coach/Founder of Vuca Fit: The Key to Expanding into a Magnificent Life 01/22/2024

Season 2- EP 3- Jose Bolanos, Personal Coach/Founder of Vuca Fit: The Key to Expanding into a Magnificent Life Life doesn't always start the way you think it should. There are moments when you recognize something isn't right, someone is not right, and instinctually you know there is a better way to live life. You begin to form opinions, and then you meet people who share their lives and experiences only to be able to confirm that what you thought is true.......you can have a magnificent life, but certain things are required starting with doing the hard work....... Jose Bolanos is a Personal Coach, and Founder of Vuca Fit whose overall focus is helping entrepreneurs unravel the complexities of the human condition by doing a deep dive to solve challenges within oneself and fill the holes in the soul. Their focus incorporates the mind, body, spirit, and business. On the show today, Jose and Patrick make no secret about how they know one another. (They're brothers). They do a deep plunge into the benefits of cold baths, unraveling family traumas, and frustrations most people face in life, especially entrepreneurs. What You'll Learn: Why it's important to set intentions in your life starting within yourself The practice of Yoga and how you can apply this process to every facet of your life A funny story Jose shares about one team-building event involving Yoga with mostly men The importance of building culture One practice Jose breaks down that helps him set his intentions Why Jose has decided to climb volcanoes and how this process is part of a bigger picture How having clarity is important for you to succeed in your life and your business One way to give you a path to controlling who you become Why it's important to build yourself up Jose shares his mission for entrepreneurs What a shallow life is and how to combat living one for the rest of your time here Questions to ask yourself when you get triggered The power of therapy and how to find the right therapist for you Life abroad versus living in the US and why you have no choice but to be a part of the game Where to find good food in Europe and why England is not it Favorite Quote: "He who has a clear why can endure any how." - Jose Bolanos How to Connect with Jose: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/29996773

Season 2, EP 2- Jeremy Limerick: Punxsutawney Phil Gets His Fill With Brody's BBQ 01/15/2024

Season 2, EP 2- Jeremy Limerick: Punxsutawney Phil Gets His Fill With Brody's BBQ What if you woke up tomorrow and didn’t have to do what you’re doing to support your family? What would that look like? Better, yet, what if you met someone who made a conscious decision to leave their high-paying corporate job and go all in on a dream? If you’re still reading this, you’re in luck! Jeremy Limerick is the founder and chief smoker at Brody’s BBQ serving up some of the best BBQ and macaroni in the Midwest and soon, across the nation. Back in 2014, he was working his dream job as a Sales Manager in Oil and Gas, wining and dining clients across the US, until something hit home with him………he was starting to sacrifice time away from his wife and children working for a company that reminded him the importance of hot letting himself or his family down. On this episode, Jeremy and Patrick share a candid conversation about the difference between making a leap and being forced to make a leap. Jeremy shares some of the struggles and successes he had in building Brody’s BBQ and drops some tips and tricks for anyone considering starting and launching their own food truck business. What You’ll Learn: Why Jeremy was torn between supporting his family and leaving his job Why Jeremy decided to buy a smoker while still working his high-paying corporate job and how much he paid for it How Jeremy came up with the name Brody’s BBQ The most money they made on their first summer weekend in business Some of the biggest opportunities with a food truck that can bring you six figures in a week if you’re prepared for it How long it took Jeremy and Brody’s BBQ to gross 6 figures after starting his business The best way to get into large-scale events Some of the challenges and the transition period Jeremy went through when he left his comfy corporate job One successful business he had before opening Brody’s BBQ Why most people quit their 1st year in business and how long you need to be able to sustain in order to really make it Why Jeremy started investing in himself and his mindset after being in business a few years Lessons learned from being a chaos commander and why working for someone else is one of the scariest things you can do in your life How Brody’s BBQ makes 90% of their revenue in 4 months The true schedule of a dyed-in-the-wool entrepreneur A big event Jeremy has coming up and exciting opportunities he’s about to roll out for his franchise Favorite Quote: “You’d be amazed at what you’ll do when your back is against the wall. You’ll learn real quick of what to do and what not to do.” -Jeremy Limerick Connect with Jeremy: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/29890623

Season 2, EP 1- Karen Summers: How to Make the Right Choice at the Fork in the Road 01/08/2024

Season 2, EP 1- Karen Summers: How to Make the Right Choice at the Fork in the Road There are no coincidences and no mistakes in life. Sometimes we go through life and do not understand why we’ve met some of the people we’ve met, or held the jobs we’ve had, and experienced the ups and downs we have until many years later. Today’s guest is no stranger to adversity, but there is one thing that keeps her going…….she loves what she does, and that spirit has been the one thing that has allowed her to overcome some of life’s toughest challenges. Karen Summers, is the Founder, Owner, and Operator of Fork in the Road Food Truck in Sedalia, Missouri, 2.5 hours from Kansas City. She serves up a farm to table menu with everything from Cajun chicken pasta, crepes, meatloaf, and International food, and mom-and-pop dishes that keep families smiling and connected. In this episode, Karen takes a deep dive with Patrick and shares about her journey into college, culinary school, and a pivotal moment that took her from a 9-5 to her life as an entrepreneur. She shares many of her struggles, challenges, and the great successes of her journey. What You’ll Learn: Where Karen gets her entrepreneurial spirit from What made her decide to go all in on building her own food truck One unsettling moment that set Karen up for success in building her business, Fork in the Road Why she is only a seasonal operator and her ultimate goal of moving to a brick-and- mortar location Some of the biggest expenses she encountered during the first year of purchasing her food truck The reason Karen took on a partner One simple piece of advice Karen shares for anyone doing anything worth their time How Karen found her food truck and the first thing she had to fix in the first year Locations she found to be the huge source of her success Why she’s moving to a new location The most number of meals served and the gross receipt amounts in one day Patrick shares a couple of tips to get more visibility on social media that cost you exactly $0 Karen’s advice to anyone thinking about getting a food truck of their own Favorite Quote: “If you it is not your passion, don’t do it. You must be willing to struggle and sacrifice, be creative, and imaginative.” -Karen Summers Connect with Karen: Email: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/29890603

EP 122 - Bob Trewyn: Why You SHOULDN’T Buy A Used Food Truck 01/01/2024

EP 122 - Bob Trewyn: Why You SHOULDN’T Buy A Used Food Truck EP 122 - Bob Trewyn, Why You SHOULDN’T Buy A Used Food Truck If you’re building out a food truck, you’re going to spend the same amount on your kitchen whether you upfit it into an old heap or a brand new chassis. So why invest all that money into something that could prove to be unreliable? Does that sound like a good business decision? Bob Trewyn is the Commercial Sales Manager at Russell Barnett Ford of Tullahoma and believes in commitment to his trade, to his dealer, to his manufacturer, to his product, and most of all, to his customer. He truly loves what he does, and therefore is constantly searching for the knowledge to provide his customers with a level of service that will set him apart from all others in his field. But most of all, he believes in providing his customers with the very best buying experience ever, and always being there to answer their questions and address their concerns, needs, and problems in the most professional way possible. What You Will Learn: How Bob got into the food truck slignin’ business trying to convert people to build food trucks on new chassis instead of using used vehicles What exactly is the Foundation Food Truck and how does it differ from other chassis The difference between a food truck builder that’s a fabricator or an assembler What makes the Foundation Food Truck easier to drive than most food trucks How going new versus used can help eliminate some hardships for food truck owners Why networking is so crucial and necessary to growing your business Favorite Quote: “They trade them in because they’re worn out. Most of your used trucks are going to have anywhere from 100, 200, to 300,000 miles on them.” -Bob Trewyn Connect With Bob: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/29290208

EP 123- Patrick Bolanos: Why I Joined Masterminds and How They Changed the Last 5 Years of My Life 12/25/2023

EP 123- Patrick Bolanos: Why I Joined Masterminds and How They Changed the Last 5 Years of My Life One thing you can count on in life is the pendulum will swing. You’ll find love, and lose it. You’ll have money, and go broke. You’ll try something and fail. You’ll show up year one as spouse of the year only to get penalized in year 5 for allowing things to fall by the wayside. There’s a solution to keep from getting knocked down by the swinging of the proverbial axe in life………..Masterminds. This week, Patrick takes a deep dive one-on-one with you to share the reason he joined a couple of Masterinds. It wasn’t something that happened overnight, but a gradual realization that he had hit a ceiling. This week, Patrick flashes back almost to the date of when he was laid off from his job as CFO of a regional Mexican restaurant chain. It was Christmas week, and he was dead broke with baby number 4 on the way. Fast-forward to 7 years later…..Life looks very different. What You’ll Learn: One of the best lessons Patrick learned after getting slammed the week of Christmas with a layoff Lessons he learned in navigating running a business on his own and the long hours required to do so effectively The importance of being surrounded by people who are more successful than you Arete, what it means, what it is, and the stringent processes required to apply What it means to “Build Your Machine” and why now is an important time to join a Mastermind to help set the future of your life and business How Patrick was able to go from sleeping in to waking up at 5:00 am. What core values are and specific ones that changed his life Who Patrick holds responsible for his termination back in 2017 A couple of great losses and unfinished things Patrick wanted to do, but never got the chance to An inspiring story of a man who was able to retire his Mom from her job Why it’s important for you to look into Arete Syndicate and Apex Business Solutions. Favorite Quote: “Before 2017, I was in the habit of signing up for things and not doing anything with them, but the results are there in those masterminds. Show up and do the work.” -Patrick Bolanos How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/29890503

EP 121- Brad Baldridge, Learning to Use The Process to Your Advantage 12/18/2023

EP 121- Brad Baldridge, Learning to Use The Process to Your Advantage EP 121- Brad Baldridge, Learning to Use The Process to Your Advantage Somet hing like 70% of kids end up going to college straight out of high school. It really makes you wonder how many of those kids were ready and prepared financially and how many just applied and flew by the seat of their pants. If they knew there was a better way would they have taken it? Brad Baldridge is a College Funding Consultant specializing in late stage college funding planning and the chief podcaster of Taming The High Cost Of College. He provides customized planning using the latest financial aid, tax, cash flow and academic strategies. With these strategies Brad may help a family save a significant amount of money on their college expenses and make a student’s college dream a reality. Over the past 10 years Brad has directly helped hundreds of families plan and pay for college. He has provided in-depth college plans resulting in increased financial aid, scholarships, identification of the right schools at the right price, and better loans. What You Will Learn: How Brad helps parents and students set and achieve their college funding goals How Brad can help people if they don’t start planning until their kid is in high school Why Sophomore year is a good year to start learning about and planning for college Why it’s so important to learn the process so you can really use it to your advantage Why starting planning earlier can always work to your advantage How someone like Brad can help you figure out not just how to pick and pay for college but also how to work within the system to pay less Favorite Quote: “My thing is just really nailing down the process and using it to your advantage.” -Brad Baldridge Connect With Brad: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28999328

EP 120 - Chef Mad Dog Maggert, Losing A Leg and Finding A Path 12/11/2023

EP 120 - Chef Mad Dog Maggert, Losing A Leg and Finding A Path EP 120 - Chef Mad Dog Maggert, Losing A Leg and Finding A Path Losing a leg would be devastating in anyone’s life, but what if that’s what led you to your path and the things that truly make you feel happy and fulfilled? In 2011, Chef Mad Dog Maggert got flesh-eating bacteria. In 2015 he had his left leg amputated due to complications. At that point, he asked me one question, “how can I make sure I never get sick like that again?” Mad Dog then turned to food, studying everything he could about eating good food. He became so fascinated with food that once he retired from the military, he went to the Institute of Culinary Education in Manhattan NY to become a chef. What You Will Learn: How Mad Dog went from being a weapons specialist in the military to being a chef How Mad Dog got flesh-eating bacteria and how that changed his trajectory What happened when Colin Powell got a flat tire and the impact surrounding that Why Mad Dog is so invested in helping other people and trying to be of service How the nickname Mad Dog came to be when Mad Dog was in the Marines The 3 things that Mad Dog lives by and where he picked them up Why it’s more efficient to do things right the first time instead of phoning it in Favorite Quote: “Nobody cares if you’re sick, nobody cares if you’re down. Everybody wants you to be that thing man. You gotta play the part. If you got hustle, people are looking for it” -Chef Mad Dog Maggert Connect With Mad Dog: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28999318

EP 119 - Jim Sheils, Building Family While Building A Business 11/20/2023

EP 119 - Jim Sheils, Building Family While Building A Business EP 119 - Jim Sheils, Building Family While Building A Business Life gets super busy, especially when you are busy building a business, or even multiple businesses. Up until now, there hasn’t been a lot of reading material teaching us how to balance our work and home lives as entrepreneurs. Through keynote presentations, workshops, team events, and private consulting, Jim Sheils has helped hundreds of the world’s top entrepreneurs and thought leaders focus and implement where it really counts—at home. Jim is a partner in the largest build-to-rent organization in the United States, with over $600 million in assets under management that generate over $40 million in annual recurring revenue for investors. He uses his passive income strategy to teach others how to buy back their time and create a legendary family life. What You Will Learn: Why Jim relocated from the Northeast and what he was seeking to find Tips for breaking into doing business in the real estate market Why Jim prefers to work with affordable properties rather than the more expensive ones How Jim came to write a book about family life for entrepreneurs How the 1-to-1 principle works and why you should institute it, especially if you have a bigger family Why it is important to take time away from technology, screens, and connectivity How to let your kids plan activities and design the day so you can embrace their interests Favorite Quote: “You gotta separate the parts that strengthen the whole.” -Jim Sheils Connect With Jim: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28789953

EP 118 - Alan Underwood, How Loss Led To A New Life 11/13/2023

EP 118 - Alan Underwood, How Loss Led To A New Life EP 118 - Alan Underwood, How Loss Led To A New Life Loss is never a good thing, but sometimes it ushers great things into our lives. Losing loved ones is indeed a part of life, but something we all struggle to deal with. Sometimes these tragic events can act as catalysts and bring things into our lives we never anticipated. Alan Underwood is the Wing Leader and a Pilot for Angel Flight West, a Husband and Father, Edifier, Go-giver, Entrepreneur, and Real Estate Developer and Investor. Alan is also a self-described Man of Faith & Purpose. Angel Flight West has been a beacon of hope since 1983, connecting volunteer pilots with people who need non-emergency medical care requiring travel. Our pilots offer free air travel for medical treatments, humanitarian missions, and special-needs camps, breaking down the distance barriers that often impede healthcare and essential services. What You Will Learn: How falling into depression led Alan to flying and how it helped him overcome it The mission of Angel Flight West and how there are helping people in need How helping people has left Alan in a place where he no longer has bad days How being a part of Angel Flight West has caused Alan to grow as an individual How Alan survived and then eventually thrived opening a car dealership right before the economic collapse of 2008 About the new gold rush happening currently in California in real estate How surrounding yourself with people who are pursuing things of similar size can help you in your journey since you have people you can really relate to Favorite Quote: “You start living the life that you’re meant to when you realize that’s the only life you have.” -Alan Underwood Connect With Alan: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28608118

EP 117 - Paul Tran, Belief Is EVERYTHING for New Franchisees 11/06/2023

EP 117 - Paul Tran, Belief Is EVERYTHING for New Franchisees EP 117 - Paul Tran, Belief Is EVERYTHING for New Franchisees When you are starting, it is all about belief in the concept and vision. That’s what will get you through the hard times and will convince others to invest time and energy in your concept. Without proven profits, your belief in the mission and vision is all that you have. Paul Tran aspires to put God first and throughout everything he does. Paul has sold over 1,000 franchises and helped small mom-and-pop restaurants create structure, increase profitability, grow unit counts, and share their brand with the world. This enables them to go nationwide, expand globally, go IPO, and get acquired by public companies, and in the process, countless franchisee clients and their families can build wealth, and legacy, and find meaningful work. Paul also owns and operates a Halal Guys franchise and directs a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that serves entrepreneurs and families in materially poor communities around the world. What You Will Learn: Why Paul decided to open a crawfish restaurant with no previous restaurant experience How Paul came to sell his business and open up a franchise in another restaurant chain Paul’s take on the food truck industry and where he feels it is headed How to create your own niche and sub-segment to make yourself easily distinguishable How to create a compelling story to get people behind your mission What is a ghost kitchen and how does Paul feel about them What do restaurant patrons really care about and how can you give it to them Favorite Quote: “As you and I know, high sales can fix a lot of problems.” -Paul Tran Connect With Paul: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28521737

EP 116 - Jose Angel Cepeda, You Earned It Now Protect It 10/30/2023

EP 116 - Jose Angel Cepeda, You Earned It Now Protect It EP 116 - Jose Angel Cepeda, You Earned It Now Protect It We work so hard for our money and to build a life for us and for our family. The truth is that reality can strike at any time and tragic events can strip those things away in a moment. Luckily there are ways to invest for your future, especially to insure yourself and/or your family in case something terrible happens. Jose Angel Cepeda is a Child of God, Husband, Entrepreneur, Builder of Champions, Financial Professional, and a USMC Veteran. He has been in the Financial Services industry for 7 years and is doing his best to help people plan for a better future. What You Will Learn: How to protect your family financially in case of an emergency How Jose came out of the depression he was in after he left the Marines Why so many Americans struggle to keep any money in their savings accounts Why changing your perspective is typically the first step in changing your financial life What exactly is a business and how do they work? The difference between owning a business and being self employed How companies like McDonalds succeed without always having the best product in the market Why you should always be recruiting and training new people in your business Favorite Quote: “We live in America where we can have the American Dream… I want to be an example of that for my kids.” Jose Angel Cepeda Connect With Jose: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28321766

EP 115 - Khyrie Neveaux, Model Your Life After Who You Want To Be 10/23/2023

EP 115 - Khyrie Neveaux, Model Your Life After Who You Want To Be EP 115 - Khyrie Neveaux, Model Your Life After Who You Want To Be If you’re looking to get somewhere you’ve never been, the easiest way to connect those dots is to ask someone who’s done it and been there before. Why do we so often forget that we can learn from the successes and failures of others, thereby accelerating the process through which we are able to grow? Sometimes it really is that simple, and we just take it and overcomplicate it. Khyrie Neveaux is trying to do just that. He is the host of The Khyrie Neveaux Podcast and is rapidly expanding his reach as well as the scope of how he is able to impact the world, aiming to go far beyond podcasting in the ways that he is able to add value to the world. What You Will Learn: What it’s like for a young black man to be in a room full of older white men How surrounding yourself with different opinions causes you to think and question what it is you truly believe Who some of Khyrie’s biggest influences are that led to him doing what he does How working with the underdog can sometimes be more beneficial than working with the top dog in an industry How Khyrie has modeled what he does after his heroes like Jay Z and Steve Jobs What Khyrie is working on for the future for his business Tips for getting in the mindset of using a job to fund your dream Favorite Quote: “If you want to be successful, why wouldn’t you follow what other successful people did?” Khyrie Neveaux Connect With Khyrie: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28321727

EP 114 - Jerry Curiel of EZBACHI, From a Food Truck to an Empire 10/16/2023

EP 114 - Jerry Curiel of EZBACHI, From a Food Truck to an Empire EP 114 - Jerry Curiel of EZBACHI, From a Food Truck to an Empire Nobody starts at the top. A National Franchise starts with one store or food truck. What does it take to go from one to many, to see what others cannot, to scale at a level that leaves others behind? What type of person does it take to accomplish something like that? Listen on to find out. Jerry Curiel is the founder of the restaurant EZBACHI, which is inspired by the time-honored art of teppanyaki. Their skilled hibachi chefs put on a mesmerizing performance as they showcase their knife-wielding skills. Every meal at Ezbachi is a culinary spectacle that combines the freshest ingredients with captivating showmanship. What You Will Learn: How marketing brought Jerry Curiel and Patrick together How Jerry grew his restaurant businesses into a $1.6 Mil Empire Tips for negotiating a good lease to lower your bottom line How increasing sales can solve most of your problems in business Tips for staying relevant through the use of social media platforms Handling adversity in a productive way when a crisis arrives Advice for how to grow from mistakes along the way Favorite Quote: “We have great visions, but we all need to start somewhere.” Jerry Curiel Connect With Jerry: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28321661

EP 113 - Moving On From Traumatic Events 10/09/2023

EP 113 - Moving On From Traumatic Events EP 113- Moving On From Traumatic Events What is it like to lose a loved one forever? The pain and sadness will never go away completely, and they may paralyze you emotionally and physically, bringing your life to a standstill. However, life is not going to stop for anything. So, instead of wallowing in misery, you must learn to cope with and overcome the situation. Patrick lost both of his parents in under 60 days. He lost his mom unexpectedly in September. His dad's been battling cancer for the past four years, and he breathed his last recently, this past Tuesday, in front of his kids and loved ones. As Patrick recounts, “It's one of the most surreal experiences that you can live.” His life came to a grinding halt, and he became powerless. Nothing started improving until he took responsibility and began working on resetting his mind and refocusing on the goals he’s yet to accomplish in life. In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, Patrick is here to empower you and offer you the tools to deal with any unexpected sadness or loss in your life. “This will not be your forever situation,” your host assures you. He is living proof to tell you “how you can change your environment once you change yourself.” Listen in to hear more about how to pick yourself up when life is falling apart. What You Will Learn: How Patrick is dealing with the crisis in his life at the moment. Why he is so strongly determined to make a comeback. What he learned from his father. How to reconnect with your goals. And much more! Favorite Quote: “Working for your dream is a never-ending pursuit.” Patrick Bolanos How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28263521

EP 112 - Jose Bolanos- Investing In Yourself 10/02/2023

EP 112 - Jose Bolanos- Investing In Yourself EP 112 - Jose Bolanos- Investing In Yourself What’s the best investment that you can ever make? “Nothing is more important than investing in your personal growth,” Jose says, and by doing so, he discovered his true calling in life. Jose Bolanos is a coach, speaker, and podcaster. He is Patrick’s brother and is here to share his wisdom on the show today. After seeing significant changes in his own life, his purpose is now to help as many people as possible live better lives through his coaching and training programs. He is committed to teaching leaders and entrepreneurs how to maximize their potential and effect major, long-term transformations to live a meaningful life in a complex and uncertain world. In this episode of the Working For A Dream podcast, Patrick and Jose take you back in time to share some of the amazing experiences they’ve had together. They also discuss how they strived to become their best selves and started living a life of significance. Listen in to learn how living your purpose will undoubtedly bring you joy and a sense of personal fulfillment. What You Will Learn: What transformations Jose went through in his life. Why personal development is the best investment you’ll ever make in life. How living by a set of core values transformed Patrick's life. What kind of coaching and training sessions Jose offers to people. How to connect to your life's purpose. And much more! Favorite Quote: “If you want to scale your business, you got to scale yourself.” Jose Bolanos Connect with Jose: Follow Jose on , , , or . You can find more about him through the Website . How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28194764

EP 111 - Daniel Blue, How to Dramatically Change Your Financial Life 09/25/2023

EP 111 - Daniel Blue, How to Dramatically Change Your Financial Life EP 111 - Daniel Blue, How to Dramatically Change Your Financial Life The more movers and shakers you surround yourself with, the more likely you are to realize that most have one thing in common — at some point, they’ve lived a f***ed up life. That’s according to Daniel Blue. “Most winners had some kind of tragedy or adversity hit them, usually on more than one occasion,” he says. “For me, I’m a product of my mistakes, and I happened to make countless mistakes in early childhood.” At 18, Daniel was addicted to Oxycontin, had gotten a woman pregnant, and dropped out of college. In need of some quick money, he turned to real estate sales — and in his first year made $95,000. By the following year, he was making six figures. The problem was that he had no clue how to be a responsible steward of this money. “I didn’t grow up with a bunch of money. I grew up with a single mom after my dad moved to Mexico when I was 12. We lived in a hotel, and there was a year in high school where I lived with one of my friends because we didn’t have our own place. So, I didn’t see a lot of money transactions and investing and financial literacy.” As an addict and new dad, Daniel was over-drafting his bank account, doing his taxes poorly, and stuck with “s*** credit.” Then, in his mid-20s, after getting clean from Oxycontin, he decided to change his financial habits, too. Exposed to entrepreneurs who introduced him to new ways of approaching investing, Daniel was able to turn a new leaf financially — and ultimately save and invest enough to, at 29, start his own financial literacy company. In this episode of the Working For a Dream Podcast, Patrick and Daniel talk about how to improve your cash flow with self-directed 401k’s and investments, as well as the path that brought Daniel to making financial literacy his mission. What You’ll Learn: Why self-directed retirement accounts are key for entrepreneurs in particular (and why traditional financial advisors won’t tell you about them) The two different types of “come-ups” Daniel has seen, and why only one is sustainable The steps Daniel took in order to comfortably sacrifice his salary and start a company And much more! Favorite Quote: “You have to make sure your purpose cup is being filled. Being in a funk happens when you’re going about your day without having your purpose cup and your passion cup filled.” — Daniel Blue Connect with Daniel: How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28124216

EP 110 - Jeff Smith, From Service to Civilian and Maintaining Authenticity 09/18/2023

EP 110 - Jeff Smith, From Service to Civilian and Maintaining Authenticity Jeff Smith, From Service to Civilian and Maintaining Authenticity One thing that life in the Special Forces and life as an entrepreneur have in common? Neither one is particularly comfortable — and that’s a good thing, according to Jeff Smith, a man who’s experienced both. “If you’re not challenging yourself, if you’re not doing hard things, if you’re not recognizing a level of discipline that makes you internally proud, I think you’re not in a great place,” Jeff says. “And I believe that for everyone. I just don’t think most people recognize it or have ever been challenged with having to go there.” As a coach, in addition to being the co-owner of a gym and 68 rental properties with his wife, that’s what Jeff helps people do: go there. He starts by helping clients reassess the narratives they’ve told themselves and instead opening them up to “the entire story.” “A lot of the time, we have the tendency to feel sorry for ourselves and make excuses, like, ‘Oh, this is why this is happening to me,’” he says. “My job is to snap you out of that s*** and be like, well, it doesn’t matter why it’s happening. How and where do we go from here?” In this episode of the Working For a Dream Podcast, Jeff tells Patrick what he’s learned going from the military to corporate life to entrepreneurship, as well as the ways he engenders empowered authenticity for his clients today. What You’ll Learn: How Jeff helps clients pinpoint what they’re facing, what they’re telling themselves, what the real story is and how to work their way out of it How his time in the military helped him learn to recognize his emotions without being dictated by them Why it’s so important to create abundance in your network and in your communities And much more! Favorite Quote: “If you start building wins, you will climb out of any situation. There’s no situation that doesn’t have a resolution.” — Jeff Smith How To Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/28060332

EP 109- Erick Sanchez: Flat Broke to 6 Figures in 3 Years 09/11/2023

EP 109- Erick Sanchez: Flat Broke to 6 Figures in 3 Years In 2018, Erick Sanchez had less than $500 to his name — and decided to sink $200 of that into a ticket to a Mastermind entrepreneurial event. “My financials were not really at their best,” he says. “But I made the decision that I was going to change my life. And I wanted to surround myself with people that are up there and to elevate my life, my mind, and energy.” Three years later, and Erick, at the age of 27, is a six-figure earner and the owner of the solar energy business. He’s “in the process right now,” he adds, of becoming a multi-millionaire: “I know that by the age of 30 if God allows me, I’ll be a multi-millionaire multiple times.” Jumping from flat broke to successful CEO in such a short window may seem unlikely, but it isn’t Erick’s first time overcoming significant adversity. At the age of 15, he was brought to the U.S. by his mother from their native El Salvador to help him escape a life that was headed in the wrong direction, fast. “My life at the time was completely lost,” he says. “I was lost in the streets, doing things I wasn’t supposed to be doing. That’s when my mom decided to bring me to the United States because she was afraid I would get killed.” Making the journey by bus and foot — the latter portion of which involved being chased by helicopters — Erick entered the U.S. without documentation and understanding English. Since then, he’s been manifesting one dream after the other, from obtaining a driver’s license and a green card to owning his own company. But it hasn’t happened without hurdles. In this episode of the Working For a Dream Podcast, Patrick and Erick talk about the choice to change your fortune and how he’s now helping others do the same. What You’ll Learn: Why being a little selfish can help foster selflessness, and why Erick believes in filling your own cup first How Erick taught himself financial literacy and learned to set boundaries that helped him grow his net income (and not just spend it) How he’s turned himself into an opportunity for others outside the U.S. who are growing up similarly to the way he did And much more! Favorite Quote: “I'm a firm believer in the Five Year Rule. If you stick with something for at least five years, no matter what, once you get to that fifth year, you're going to start to see results.” — Erick Sanchez How to Get Involved: Connect with Erick: Connect with Patrick: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27995319

EP 108- Patrick Bolanos: Do You Really Own and Do You? 09/04/2023

EP 108- Patrick Bolanos: Do You Really Own and Do You? Sometimes, powerful reminders come to us in seemingly innocuous ways. In this special solo episode of the Working For a Dream Podcast, Patrick reflects on two lessons while taking his wife’s van to the car wash. Within these reflections, he thought back to his lowest point nearly a decade ago, and he shares an email he found that exemplifies this period. “The main f***ing reason I had to write that type of email was that my mindset was broken,” he says. “I was broke — broke financially, broke mentally. It took about ten more years for me to wake the f*** up.” He also shares a vital lesson someone working at the car wash that day showed him and invites us to consider the question: Are you doing the right thing in life, regardless of who’s looking? What You’ll Learn: The mindset that led Patrick to live paycheck to paycheck for 15 years How he came to realize “no one is going to come to save my company or my marriage or my family” and learned accountability The profound lesson Patrick took away from a simple exchange at the car wash And much more! Favorite Quote: “How you do one thing is how you do everything.” — Patrick Bolanos How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. Connect with Patrick: /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27929346

EP 107- Danielle DuBois, The Hangry Houstonian: The Pursuit of Passion Allows You to Cash In 08/28/2023

EP 107- Danielle DuBois, The Hangry Houstonian: The Pursuit of Passion Allows You to Cash In There are many ways to obtaining happiness. Some find it in the work they do. Some find it in hobbies or continuing education. Others find it in things, while others find happiness in working with other people or being outdoors. At the core of your pursuit of happiness, it's important to remember that doing what you love first will always bring you everything else you could ever want or need. Danielle Dubois started her journey most people do.......college, graduation, and working in corporate America. Her first stint was working for one of the Top 5 Medical Device companies in the world. But there was a problem........she wasn't fulfilled. After figuring out what made her tick, Danielle embarked on a journey that has led her to become a Houston Influencer amongst the foodie community as "The Hangry Houstonian." Danielle is invited, summoned, and commissioned to try restaurants from all around Houston, share, tag, and post up her findings on social media. As of the date of this podcast episode, she has over 132K followers on Instagram and has built a company that now employs her Mother, Father, and a few other family members. What You'll Learn: Where Danielle Dubois is originally from and how she got her start When she started being the Hangry Houstonian What she did to become the Hangry Houstonian and build a brand bigger than herself The name of the company she worked for where she made great money and had a 401K and retirement only to give it up in pursuit of something more How long it took Danielle's parents to really get on board with her new venture How fashion bloggers on Instagram inspired her to become a household name in the ever-popular and diverse Houston Foodie Community Why she focuses on Mom and Pop Restaurants How she was able to get one video to go viral that created long lines out the door of one Houston restaurant The importance of getting outside your comfort zone, exploring new cultures, and one story that allowed her to dial in what she offers How she decides which restaurants to work with and why she highlights certain items over others The type of camera she uses The great debate between the effectiveness of social media versus traditional advertising methods such as billboards, print, and TV. Favorite Quote: "Follow your passion and the money will come!" -Danielle Dubois Connect with Danielle Dubois: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. Connect with Patrick: /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27871551

EP 106- Pedro Meneses, Meneses Real Estate, Chronicles of a Modern Beast: The Journey of Being a Stoic and Modern Man 08/21/2023

EP 106- Pedro Meneses, Meneses Real Estate, Chronicles of a Modern Beast: The Journey of Being a Stoic and Modern Man Growing up in Guatemala with wealthy parents, Pedro Meneses “had it all.” “That’s the reality,” he says. “I went to private school. My dad sponsored me for college and everything I've always wanted in my life… my friends were, like, politicians’ kids and people that had to have chauffeurs and security.” As he moved through his early 20s, Pedro realized that although his life was full of privilege, it wasn’t full of much meaning. “You start growing up in a way that you feel like the world owes you something,” he adds. “My entire life, for some reason, there was always something in me telling me that there was something that was not right.” He tried searching for meaning as a volunteer firefighter in Guatemala, where most of his time was spent working with poor, underresourced families. Eventually, the search for meaning would take him to the U.S., where he married and became an entrepreneur. But it wasn’t until the pandemic that he realized his struggle to find meaning could be attributed to one source, in particular: his relationship to masculinity. In this episode of the Working For a Dream Podcast, Patrick and Pedro talk about why COVID led Pedro to develop “a hunger to be more of a man” and how that led him to found his beard-care company and community, The Way of the Modern Beast. What You’ll Learn: What made Pedro realize that so many of the men he encountered in life had “emptiness in their eyes” Why he believes “self-mastery” and “self-care” go hand-in-hand Why he founded a community where men can grow and find their strengths alongside other men And much more! Favorite Quote: “Masculinity for me is that a man should have a purpose... because then you have something that you have the battle to fight for. You have the adventure to live, and you have a companion that can help you through that battle and who you can invite to that adventure for your life.” — Pedro Meneses Connect with Pedro: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. Connect with Patrick: /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27799659

EP 105- Patrick Bolanos: The Power of Perspective 08/14/2023

EP 105- Patrick Bolanos: The Power of Perspective Nicaragua, where Patrick Bolanos was born and raised, is one of the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere, right behind Haiti. He’s lived in the U.S. for some time now, but whenever Patrick returns — as he did recently, with his 15-year-old daughter in tow — he’s reminded of the way his native country’s extreme poverty “hits you every single time.” Patrick was back in Nicaragua to meet the parents of children he supports through his Working for A Dream Baseball Academy. “My goal in life was to make an impact, especially in the life of Nicaraguan boys and children that play baseball,” he says. “My ultimate dream was to play baseball. So that's why I support a baseball academy, and by support, I mean economically and financially. I made it a mission to help this academy so that we can give kids the opportunity to sign with Major League Baseball.” In this special solo episode of the Working For a Dream Podcast, Patrick talks about the impact he’s been able to help make through the academy and the importance of perspective. What You’ll Learn: What Patrick’s takeaways are from his recent return to Nicaragua The type of support he’s been able to offer Nicaraguan families Why baseball gives kids a unique opportunity to access a better-resourced life And much more! Favorite Quote: “I invite everybody that's listening to find something that you're passionate about. Find something that you can do to get out there and create some perspective in your life. It helps build that gratitude muscle.” — Patrick Bolanos Connect with Patrick: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27675063

EP 104- Sam Smith: Small Business Surgeon: A Climb Up From the Bottom 08/07/2023

EP 104- Sam Smith: Small Business Surgeon: A Climb Up From the Bottom Right before hitting rock bottom, Samuel Smith was on top. Or at least, it felt like he was. When the oil field crashed in 2009, Samuel needed a new way of making money. So, he googled “how to make money online” — and discovered what he calls the “wonderful rabbit hole of affiliate marketing and pay-per-click marketing.” Before long, it felt like his earnings had no cap. “I remember my first $100 day and my first $1,000 day,” he says. “By 2011, I was spending like $5,000 a day on Facebook, which was the most you could spend on an ad account back then, and it was nothing because I would make $7,000 a day in return. I thought I’d made it. I remember telling my buddy that I found a cheat code to life.” But, as Samuel says, all good things have “an equal and opposite reaction.” He was making more money than he’d thought possible, but he was a bad steward of it. He wasn’t taking care of his finances, and he wasn’t taking care of himself, his diet, or his relationships. What Samuel was doing a lot of us was drinking. And when the time came that his business faced a challenge, he wasn’t prepared. In this episode of the Working For a Dream Podcast, Samuel tells Patrick about the “complete collapse and absolute disaster” of that first business, what it was like to hit rock bottom after believing himself already retired at age 36, and how Samuel is doing business differently — and sustainably — today. What You’ll Learn: How drinking helped fuel his life’s rock bottom moment and lost him hundreds of thousands of dollars — and how he’s recovered with two seven-figure-earning businesses today How his life has changed for the better since he ditched the toxic masculinity instilled in him in his youth Why shifting his business attitude from making money to guiding people has been so impactful And much more! Favorite Quote: “What I've discovered is that most entrepreneurs have all been through the same stuff. You have a point in your story where you're sitting in the truck crying. I have a point in my story where my mom hugged me and whispered into my ear to ‘sort your f***ing life out.’ Every entrepreneur seems to have hit bottom.” — Samuel Smith How to Get Involved: Connect with Samuel: Connect with Patrick: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27674955

EP 103- Ramon Casaus, Serial Entrepreneur: A Life Ignited With Liberation 07/31/2023

EP 103- Ramon Casaus, Serial Entrepreneur: A Life Ignited With Liberation Our educational system is only designed to prepare you for one thing in life; programming. From the moment we enter school, we are programmed to make good grades, go to college, get a good job, get married, work 40 years, retire, and live happily ever after. There are some people who don’t quite make it that far and break the glass on the conventions of life. Today’s guest is one of those people. Ramon Casaus started his professional life in college, and got a job, only to find that like many people, he wasn’t living in alignment with his life. In 2015, Ramon got his license. This changed the trajectory of his life which opened options, secured him financially, and helped him launch into building newfound freedom and the balance found in working for himself. Not long after, Ramon became an investor and serial entrepreneur investing in various businesses across various industries. In this episode, Patrick and Ramon discuss the power of reaching optimal levels and going in search of what’s next. Ramon talks about certain characteristics that only exist in overachievers. He talks about how he found his drive and motivation by being tired of being broke. He shares how as he began to grow, he realized he was needing to grow his circle of friends and some of the new challenges he faced at each level of success. Patrick and Ramon share a common bond in having completed #75Hard and the effects it’s had on their individual lives. Ramon is a best-selling author and host of the Battle-Tested Business Podcast. What You’ll Learn: How many months in a row Ramon was told “no” before his father came to him with help Ramon discusses why he didn’t want to receive help from family Why changing routines helped transform Ramon into the person he needed to become to get to the next level in his life and business The importance of finding good operators, and why it’s necessary to provide training and resources to help them succeed Some of the Cannabis projects Ramon is currently pursuing Why connecting and networking with those who are successful at what you want to do is important to do starting today How removing emotion helped Ramon to find impenetrable focus in each endeavor he’s engaged in Why Patrick wears the same thing every single day The two important things you can do to master your time management challenges A hack to help you save time by limiting your drive time to physical locations Taking responsibility of being accountable to where your focus needs to go The importance of having really good mentors at each level you achieve in life and business People’s perception of those who work out and are in great shape The title of Ramon’s #1 Best-Selling book And much more! Favorite Quote: “You have to remove what society’s expectations on when you should sleep, when you should work, when you shouldn’t, what gets discussed at the dinner table. That’s whatever you want to do. I don’t care what my neighbor does. I’ll drive home and get right back on my computer. I have a lot of work-life balance. You have to remove the external noise on how you run your life and run it however it works for you.” Ramon Casaus How To Get Involved: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27609462

EP 102- Jesse Lee Ward: From Hot Mess to Huge Success 07/24/2023

EP 102- Jesse Lee Ward: From Hot Mess to Huge Success Jesse Lee Ward’s childhood set her up for later success as an entrepreneur — though not in the way you might think. “I grew up with nothing. I was the kid that got made fun of for not having the right clothes, not having the right food at lunch — if there even was food at lunch,” she said. “I was the kid that couldn't go on field trips. Like, it sucked. And I'm really grateful for that. Because it made me not so much know what my ‘why’ was — a lot of people in personal development are like, ‘What’s your deep-rooted why?’ And I’m like, I don’t know! But I can tell you very clearly what I don’t want because I lived it for so long.” After college, Jesse Lee found that she was still struggling. She was sick of the “glorification of the 9-to-5,” as well as the “glorification of going broke every two weeks.” She knew she could work hard, but not if it meant giving her everything to a job that was paying her $35,000 a year. She’d already been fired once and needed a way of making rent, fast. So, she decided to go out on a limb. “I just googled ‘at-home businesses that make the most money,’” she said. “I went to training. I showed up. I started personal development because I was a hot mess express. And at 26, I made my first million that year, and it’s been crazy ever since.” In this episode of the Working For a Dream Podcast, Jesse Lee tells Patrick how she made it big in network marketing after starting at zero — and how she ultimately created success on her own terms. What You’ll Learn: How being told no her “whole childhood” made Jesse Lee resilient against the rejection of early entrepreneurship How she turned the things that make her “not a great employee” into (profitable) strengths What helped her to overcome her scarcity issues And much more! Favorite Quote: “When was the last time you wrote down, pen to paper, where you want to be in five years? In 10 years? This year?... When is the last time you said out loud that you have, not even that you’re going to, but that you have multiple streams of income that flow abundantly to you? You’re gonna feel like a strange, little witch. That’s fine. But the crazy thing is when you start to see yourself as a different version of yourself, your brain literally reverse-engineers the steps necessary to get there.” — Jesse Lee Ward How to Get Involved: Connect with Jesse Lee: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27539235

EP 101: Brent Pourciau, Founder of Top Velocity: The Foundation of Performance Based Athletics 07/17/2023

EP 101: Brent Pourciau, Founder of Top Velocity: The Foundation of Performance Based Athletics Baseball is a national past-time in America. Civil War hero Abner Doubleday is often credited with developing the game in 1839, but the real history is much older and more complicated. In society, specifically "travel ball," society, Baseball is keeping one of the biggest ways some of baseball's brightest talent injure themselves due to over-exposure, and damage from not learning the proper techniques to prevent injury while maximizing performance. Brent Pourciau is the Founder of Top Velocity, a baseball performance training academy dedicated to performance enhancement and player development. In this episode, Patrick and Brent dive deep into the world of Baseball. Brent shares his journey from high school baseball, to Junior College baseball, but not without a rotator cuff injury and a complicated health journey. His injury kept him in pain for a couple of years. Brent's education in Kinesiology helped him improve his performance and maximize his career into his late 20s. What You'll Learn How the body works so you can push and challenge it Why performance enhancers are creating issues in baseball At what age most injuries occur A few famous baseball players had the chance to play pro ball with Why he went to Belgium The year Brent launched his online training which has grown to an average of 500,000 followers on multiple platforms The degrees he holds and why he went the medical route for his PhD What the Kinetic chain is and why it's so important to use Why Brent believes American travel ball culture needs to be revamped immediately Connect With Brent: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27481635

EP 100- Sam Kehayias, The CRM Bro: Around the World in 30 Days 07/03/2023

EP 100- Sam Kehayias, The CRM Bro: Around the World in 30 Days Have you ever had misconceptions about what you think another country is like? How about the people? Even though we have access to Google images, videos, and social media platforms to connect us all, we still have misconceptions about the people, customs, and everything else associated with a country based on what we've heard, people we've met from those countries, and stereotypes often promoted through media. Meet Sam Kehayias, aka The CRM Bro. He's a guru when it comes to everything Monday.com and is an expert in GoHighLevel. He was born and raised in Australia and is now looking at the prospects or possibilities to work and live in the U.S. Patrick and Sam kick off the episode by talking about the migrant and immigrant cultures. Patrick is from Nicaragua and has been in the country for 10 years and since has become a citizen. Sam shares how his family emigrated from Greece to Australia. They talk about the allure of country cultures and financial resources, the difference in population, and the opportunity to access wealth through networks and business. Sam shares some of the revelations that hit him after the world's biggest and most controversial time in human history. What You'll Learn: The importance of giving first How Sam got his start in the CRM Space How many clients do they have (the number will shock you considering most of them are in the United States) Why using automation is a nice way to dip your toes into the pool while you're building out your CRM Why it doesn't matter where you are in business The power of a network and the value of doing things step by step as you're building your business Patrick shares some earlier tracking processes they had in place that left them weeks behind How being organized and automating your systems and processes can allow you to have an easier time with project management Why it's important to hand the important tasks to people smarter than you. Favorite Quote: "If everyone's on the same page, it's an easier way to move." - Sam Kehayia Connect with Sam: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27257907

EP 99- Best Spudz: The Power of 2 Spuds From the Center of the Country 06/26/2023

EP 99- Best Spudz: The Power of 2 Spuds From the Center of the Country Every good thing starts with an idea, but what makes it great is the action-taking step of the process. In this episode, you'll meet two friends, Kevin and Kody that started off their journey and got inspired by shows like Shark Tank. At a young age, they knew they wanted to make their dream of being entrepreneurs a reality. So, they did what most entrepreneurs did........... They took a leap. A lot of their inspiration came from the challenging time they were having in school growing up. In this episode, the guys talk about dyslexia, college, and the hustle culture that propelled them into looking for the quickest way to make as much money as possible. One of the partners shares how they took their God-given creativity and started emulating what others were doing and started coming up with more creative ways to create their own thing. Some of the best tips they have around entrepreneurship is: Simply getting things started Be willing to work hard to fund your dream no matter what Why being a fun brand makes more money How it's important to not rush the process of building your business Why it's important to consistently hustle through this journey A rare view on how you should look at the "cost" versus the investment and how to justify the return Connect with Best Spudz: How to Get Involved: Patrick Bolanos is a serial entrepreneur, business owner, and CEO of in Houston, Texas. He was raised in Nicaragua, exposed to extreme poverty, and also had the fortune of being exposed to life in the United States traveling back and forth to both countries. After college, Patrick’s career took him into the corporate world of banking where he learned the important lessons of understanding what you’re selling and why it’s important to believe in it. Back in December of 2017, Patrick was fired from his job as a CFO for a Restaurant Group. With only $500 to his name, rent due, his wife, 3 children at home, and one on the way, he was forced to figure out how to pull his family out of this financial abyss that was strangling his life. With no knowledge of how to build a trailer, Patrick simply figured all of it out and has now built it into the thriving empire of what’s now become Trailer King Builders. /episode/index/show/foodtruckempirepodcast/id/27257790

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