Discipline and Determination with Emmanuel Rivera's Journey with The Come Up Kids

In this conversation, Dr. John Paul Meisner discusses his journey as a chiropractor and entrepreneur. He shares the challenges of starting a chiropractic practice and the importance of learning business skills. Dr. Meisner emphasizes the balance between pricing and value in chiropractic care and the need to promote wellness and preventative care. He also discusses the challenges of building referral streams and networking. Dr. Meisner highlights the importance of taking breaks and managing time as an entrepreneur. He shares insights into the psychology of business owners and the challenges of Brews and business. Overall, the conversation explores the personal and professional growth of an entrepreneur in the healthcare industry. The conversation covers topics such as the frustration of not living as an entrepreneur, the importance of consistency and taking action, surrounding yourself with the right people, creating your opportunities, balancing work and personal life, finding harmony in life, the importance of networking, figuring out your audience, the challenges of networking, and promoting Brews and business merchandise.


Takeaways:

• Starting a chiropractic practice requires learning business skills and adapting to the challenges of entrepreneurship.
• Balancing pricing and value is crucial in promoting chiropractic care and wellness.
• Building referral streams and networking is essential for business growth.
• Taking breaks and managing time effectively are important for personal and professional well-being.
• Understanding the psychology of business owners and the challenges of Brews and business can lead to success. Take action and be consistent in your entrepreneurial journey.
• Surround yourself with the right people who can support and inspire you.
• Create your opportunities and be resourceful.
• Find harmony in balancing work and personal life.
• Networking is important but can be challenging.
• Figure out your target audience and where to find them.

Chapters:


00:00 Introduction
00:39 Starting a Chiropractic Practice
03:18 Working as an Associate and Opening Own Practice
04:34 Learning Business Skills as an Entrepreneur
08:49 Balancing Pricing and Value in Chiropractic Care
10:42 The Challenges of Being an Entrepreneur
13:31 Promoting Chiropractic Care and Wellness
17:17 Building Referral Streams and Networking
20:14 Taking Breaks and Managing Time
25:43 The Psychology of Business Owners
27:26 The Importance of Referrals
29:46 Taking a Leap of Faith and Balancing Work and Personal Life
33:49 Building a Brand and Nurturing a Business
38:23 The Challenges of Brews and Business
40:34 Making Changes for Personal and Business Growth
41:38 The Frustration of Not Living as an Entrepreneur
43:04 The Importance of Consistency and Taking Action
44:19 Surrounding Yourself with the Right People
45:14 Creating Your Opportunities
46:12 Balancing Work and Personal Life
47:19 Finding Harmony in Life
48:17 The Importance of Networking
49:32 Figuring Out Your Audience
52:59 The Challenges of Networking
55:36 Promoting Brews and business Merchandise
57:45 Shoutout to Back to Play Chiropractic

Summary:
In this episode, the host interviews Don Burdick, the CEO of the Tulsa Irish Festival and an oil company. Don shares his journey of starting the festival and the challenges he faced along the way. He emphasizes the importance of building the right team and the roles of a visionary and integrator in a business. Don also discusses the unique features of the festival and the food offerings. He shares his experiences transitioning from an employee to a leader and the importance of self-awareness in making business decisions. Don's story highlights the value of persistence and loyalty in achieving success. In this conversation, the host and guest discuss various topics related to entrepreneurship and business. They touch on taking risks, starting a business, facing challenges, and the importance of supportive partners. They also explore the reasons for business failure and the importance of financial management and relationships. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the vision for the Tulsa Irish Festival.

Takeaways

• Building the right team is crucial for the success of a business or event.
• The roles of a visionary and integrator are important in driving a business forward.
• Unique features and offerings can set an event apart from others in the industry.
• Transitioning from an employee to a leader requires self-awareness and a willingness to take risks.
• Persistence and loyalty are key qualities for achieving business success. Taking risks can lead to unexpected opportunities and growth.
• Knowing yourself and your partners is crucial for business success.
• Financial management and strong relationships are key to business success.
• Building a business requires resilience and the ability to learn from failure.
• Surrounding yourself with people of good character can contribute to a positive and supportive business environment.

Chapters"
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:20 Starting the Tulsa Irish Festival
04:08 The Unique Features of the Festival
06:04 Food Offerings at the Festival
08:46 Building a Team for the Festival
09:26 The Roles of Visionary and Integrator
10:50 Transitioning to a Leadership Role
13:56 The Challenges of Starting a Business
17:22 The Importance of Self-Awareness
20:14 Transitioning from Employee to Leader
22:59 Starting an Oil Company
25:43 Recognizing the Right Team
27:51 The Success of the Oil Company
30:13 The Importance of Persistence
32:21 The Challenges of Starting a Business
36:29 The Value of Loyalty and Dedication
39:39 The Importance of Self-Awareness
43:52 Recognizing the Right Team
44:46 Taking a Chance on the Unknown
45:14 The Start of Threaded
45:58 The Challenges of Threaded
46:28 The Threaded Giveaway
47:21 The Importance of Supportive Partners
48:44 Knowing Yourself and Your Partners
49:53 The Entrepreneurial Mindset
50:41 The Challenges of Business Failure
51:40 Reasons for Business Failure
52:31 The Importance of Financial Management and Relationships
52:55 Knowing Yourself and Your Partners
53:48 Building Tulsa Irish Festival
54:11 Partnering with People of Good Character
54:28 The Vision for Tulsa Irish Festival
58:47 Wrap-Up and Shout-Outs

Today's episode delves into must-reads and resources for entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts. From game-changing books to sports updates, we cover it all. "Traction" introduces the Entrepreneurial Operating System for business growth. "Profit First" revolutionizes financial management. We explore marketing fundamentals and the lessons sports news offers in teamwork and leadership. "High Tech Before" takes us on a journey through tech evolution. Key takeaways emphasize structured business management, financial health, effective marketing, sports lessons, and innovation. Tune in for insights and inspiration to elevate your business!

Emmanuel Rivera, founder of the Come Up Foundation, shares his journey and the mission of his organization. He discusses the challenges of fundraising and the importance of community support. Emmanuel emphasizes the need for structure and growth to make a lasting impact on the lives of underserved children. He also highlights the humbling experiences and lessons learned in martial arts. Emmanuel envisions the foundation expanding to other cities and providing opportunities for children to develop leadership skills and achieve their full potential. This conversation covers various topics related to personal growth, mental training, and finding balance in life. The guest, a martial arts instructor, discusses the role of coaches as father figures and the importance of starting martial arts at a young age. He also shares insights into the mental challenges of training and fighting, as well as managing anxiety and pressure in business. The conversation emphasizes the importance of hard work, mental growth, and gratitude. It also touches on finding happiness in life's ups and downs, creating special moments for loved ones, and balancing work and family life. The guest shares personal experiences and offers advice on developing mental and emotional stability through martial arts. The conversation concludes with information on how to get involved with The Come Up Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on empowering youth through martial arts.

Takeaways:

• Coaches can play a significant role as father figures and mentors in the lives of young athletes.
• Starting martial arts at a young age can provide numerous benefits, including physical fitness, discipline, and mental growth.
• Training and fighting in martial arts require mental strength and the ability to manage anxiety and pressure.
• The challenges faced in martial arts training and fighting can be similar to those encountered in business.
• Hard work, preparation, and mental training are essential for success in both martial arts and business.
• Developing mental growth, gratitude, and the ability to find happiness in life's ups and downs is crucial.
• Creating special moments and showing appreciation for loved ones is important in maintaining strong relationships.
• Balancing work and family life can be challenging, but communication and support are key.
• Finding harmony in life's peaks and valleys is more beneficial than striving for constant balance.
• Martial arts can provide mental and emotional stability, teaching discipline, respect, and resilience.
• Getting involved with organizations like The Come Up Foundation can make a positive impact on the lives of youth.

Chapters

00:00 Constant Improvement and Reflection
03:19 Background and Connection with Abel
07:41 Emmanuel's Journey and the Come Up Foundation
09:41 Transition to Focus on the Foundation
14:23 Challenges and Fundraising
20:37 Expansion and Structure
23:27 Humbling Experiences in Martial Arts
26:38 Financial Challenges and Fundraising
35:05 Building a Community and Family Involvement
42:45 Future Vision for the Organization
43:48 The Role of Coaches as Father Figures
44:18 Starting Martial Arts at a Young Age
45:13 The Mental Challenges of Training and Fighting
46:21 Managing Anxiety and Pressure in Business
46:46 The Importance of Hard Work and Preparation
47:32 The Mental Training in MMA and Business
49:05 Developing Mental Growth and Gratitude
50:21 Finding Happiness in Life's Ups and Downs
51:01 Creating Special Moments for Loved Ones
52:48 The Challenges of Parenting Twins
53:49 Balancing Work and Family Life
56:05 The Importance of Communication and Support in Marriage
57:46 Finding Harmony in Life's Peaks and Valleys
58:12 The Need for a Swift Kick in the Ass
01:08:59 The Role of Martial Arts in Mental and Emotional Stability
01:10:51 Getting Involved with The Come Up Foundation

In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to business and personal life. They talk about navigating controversial questions, reflecting on the past year, implementing business strategies, dealing with the loss of a loved one, acquiring a comedy club, balancing multiple businesses, and the challenges of small business ownership. They also discuss the importance of taking breaks and prioritizing family time, upcoming comedians at the comedy club, confidence in giving advice, the reality of running a business, appreciating small gestures in relationships, moving into the insurance industry, buying a new house, and plans. The conversation covers topics such as coveting houses, excitement about new ventures, lessons learned in 2023, the importance of taking time off, balancing work and family, the difference between supporter and producer roles, creating a positive customer experience, the value of experience in coaching and business, the importance of taking action and not relying on courses, the importance of persistence and learning from failures, the need for space changes and reducing anxiety, striving for authenticity and reducing worry, expanding Blue Studio and striving for growth, and the drive for greatness and never being content. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the upcoming Irish Fest After Dark event, followed by plans for a private snug at the festival. The episode ends with closing remarks and a call for feedback from listeners.

Takeaways

• Navigating controversial questions requires careful consideration and the ability to bob and weave when necessary.
• Reflecting on the past year can provide valuable insights and help in making plans for the future.

• Implementing business strategies like Traction and Rocket Fuel can have a positive impact on the overall dynamics of a business.
• The loss of a loved one can have a significant impact on a family business and require adjustments and adaptation.
• Balancing multiple businesses can be challenging and requires effective time management and accountability.
• Taking breaks and prioritizing family time is crucial for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Expanding a comedy club business can be exciting and provide opportunities for growth and success.
• Confidence in giving advice comes from personal experience and the ability to practice what is preached.
• The grind of running a business can be demanding and requires perseverance and dedication.
• Appreciating small gestures in relationships can strengthen bonds and create a positive atmosphere.
• Moving into a new industry, such as insurance, can open up new opportunities and challenges.
• Buying a new house and utilizing billboard advertising can contribute to personal and professional growth.
• Building cars and making plans can be exciting and fulfilling for car enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. Irish Fest After Dark is a new event happening before the Irish Fest.
• Tickets for Irish Fest After Dark are $200, but there is a 15% discount available with the code TIF SMS 2024.
• A private snug will be available at the festival, sponsored by McNellies.
• Listeners are encouraged to leave reviews, comments, and questions for the hosts.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Controversial Questions



02:15 Reflecting on the Past Year
03:12 Implementing Traction and Rocket Fuel
03:43 Dealing with the Loss of a Loved One
05:12 Acquiring the Looney Bint Comedy Club
06:09 Balancing Multiple Businesses
08:04 The Challenges of Small Business Ownership
09:22 Taking Breaks and Prioritizing Family Time
10:41 Expanding the Comedy Club Business
11:51 Upcoming Comedians at the Looney Bint
14:05 Confidence in Giving Advice
14:35 The Importance of Pushing Forward
15:29 Creating Time Blocks for Family
19:00 The Reality of Small Business Ownership
20:58 The Grind of Running a Business
23:16 Appreciating Small Gestures in Relationships
28:05 Moving into the Insurance Industry
32:04 Buying a New House and Billboard Advertising
36:39 Building Cars and Future Plans
40:18 Discussion about houses and coveting
41:53 Excitement about new ventures
43:29 Reflecting on lessons learned in 2023
44:53 The importance of taking time off
46:24 Balancing work and family
48:58 The importance of being a business owner, not just self-employed
50:19 The difference between supporter and producer roles
52:09 The value of creating a positive customer experience
54:29 The importance of hiring and firing quickly
56:38 The value of experience in coaching and business
58:07 The importance of taking action and not relying on courses
59:04 The importance of persistence and learning from failures
01:02:25 The need for space changes and reducing anxiety
01:15:45 Striving for authenticity and reducing worry
01:19:00 Expanding Blue Studio and striving for growth
01:22:46 The drive for greatness and never being content
01:23:45 Irish Fest After Dark
01:24:15 Private Snug at Irish Fest
01:24:44 Closing Remarks

We're back with another information-packed episode of Brews & Business! This week, we're thrilled to welcome back Mary Ann Pruitt for a deeper dive into the world of paid media. If you thought our last session was enlightening, brace yourself for even more invaluable insights in Part 2.

In this episode:

• Decoding the Target Audience: Mary Ann breaks down the nuances of understanding and pinpointing your ideal customer profile, ensuring that every dollar you spend hits the mark.
• Monitoring Digital Ads: What are the key metrics and indicators to keep an eye on? How can you tell if your campaign is truly effective? Mary Ann provides a roadmap to dissecting your ad performance.
• Google vs. Social Media: Discover the strengths, weaknesses, and best practices for leveraging both these platforms. Whether it's the vast reach of Google or the engagement-driven environment of social media, learn how to utilize each for maximum impact.
• Beyond the Basics: Mary Ann delves deeper into navigating paid media, highlighting advanced strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and industry secrets that can give your campaigns an edge.
• Q&A Session: Our hosts pick Mary Ann's brain, getting answers to some of the most pressing questions in the realm of digital advertising.

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Join us as we once again journey through the ever-evolving landscape of digital advertising with an industry expert by our side. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting in the digital domain, Mary Ann's insights are bound to revolutionize the way you approach paid media. Grab your brew and let's dive in!

In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the OnlyFans platform, their new website and merchandise, Kyle's speaking engagements, the rewards and challenges of being a business owner, and their involvement in community projects such as the Tulsa Irish Festival and the Tulsa Girls Home. They emphasize the importance of networking and making connections in business. In this conversation, the importance of building relationships in business is emphasized. The hosts discuss the challenges of cold calling and networking, and how building genuine connections can lead to growth and opportunities. They also explore the balance between managing relationships and building a team, and the impact of relationships on personal and professional success. The conversation concludes with a discussion on setting revenue goals and the desire for continuous growth, as well as the authenticity and ease of conversations on the podcast.

Takeaways

• Networking and making connections can lead to new opportunities and projects.
• Involving family in the business can create meaningful experiences and strengthen relationships.
• Being a business owner comes with both rewards and challenges, but the ability to create opportunities and make an impact is fulfilling.
• Public speaking can be nerve-wracking, but it is a valuable skill that can have a positive impact on business.
• Supporting and participating in community projects can make a difference and create a sense of fulfillment.

Chapters


00:00 Introduction and Discussion about OnlyFans
02:21 Discussion about the New Website and Merchandise
07:01 Conversation about Kyle's Speaking Engagements
09:21 Kyle's Nervousness and Best and Worst Speaking Moments
19:43 Discussion about Family Involvement in the Business
25:14 Reflection on the Rewards and Challenges of Being a Business Owner
34:25 Announcement of Tulsa Irish Festival and Other Projects
37:09 How Kyle Got Involved in the Tulsa Irish Festival
40:13 Discussion about the Tulsa Girls Home Project
41:47 Importance of Networking and Making Connections
42:47 The Importance of Building Relationships
46:22 The Challenges of Cold Calling and Networking
49:55 The Power of Building Relationships with Business Owners
52:11 Managing Relationships and Building a Team
54:58 Balancing Relationships and Business
56:24 The Journey of Growth and Scaling
01:01:17 Setting Revenue Goals and Scaling Speaking Engagements
01:07:09 The Desire for Continuous Growth and Contentment
01:10:30 The Authenticity and Ease of Conversations on the Podcast

In this enlightening episode of the Brews & Business Podcast, we're honored to sit down with Mindi Salvino, the owner of Pure Health Collective. Mindi is not just an accomplished Naturopathic Doctor, but also an inspiring figure with an incredible journey from a survivalist upbringing in the backwoods of Arkansas to owning the largest Naturopathic practice in Oklahoma.

Join us as we delve into Mindi's unique background and how her experiences have shaped her approach to health and wellness. Mindi shares her expertise in a variety of therapies, including Naturopathic Medicine, Biofeedback, Ozone therapy, Rife therapy, Holistic Therapies, and pH correction, all aimed at finding the actual root cause of illness.

Learn about the innovative techniques Mindi uses to heal her patients, who travel from across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Mexico for her specialized services. But her journey doesn't stop there. Mindi is also a dynamic entrepreneur, currently launching two new businesses and actively involved in real estate investing.

Tune in for an engaging and enlightening conversation that explores the power of resilience, determination, and a holistic approach to health and wellbeing.

Episode Highlights:

1. Mindi's journey from survivalist upbringing to a successful naturopathic doctor.
2. An exploration of Mindi's range of therapies and their benefits.
3. The driving force behind patients traveling far and wide to see Mindi.
4. Mindi's venture into entrepreneurship and her upcoming businesses.
5. Her involvement in real estate investing.

Listen and Learn:
You can listen to our full conversation with Mindi Salvino on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, or directly on our website Tune in to discover how resilience and determination can drive success across various fields.

Welcome to another invigorating episode of the Brews & Business Podcast! This time, we're brewing up an engaging conversation with our esteemed guest, Linda Tucker, the co-owner of T3 Roasters.

Linda and her husband, Gary, turned their passion for coffee into a flourishing local business. With a heartfelt dedication to their craft and a strong commitment to their community, they've taken T3 Roasters from a kitchen hobby to a highly successful local coffee roaster.

In this episode, Linda shares:

• The journey of T3 Roasters, from its humble beginnings to its rapid growth and upcoming first storefront in Collinsville, OK.
• The in-depth process of coffee roasting and sourcing, and their commitment to quality in every batch.
• How T3 Roasters goes beyond just a coffee business, serving as advocates against child labor and unjust practices in the coffee trade.
• The role of passion and belief in achieving your dreams, as well as overcoming the inevitable failures along the way.
• Their wide range of offerings - retail, wholesale, fundraising, and custom options - cater to every coffee need.
• The impact of T3 Roasters, not just in their local community, but globally, thanks to their dedication to sourcing fully traceable beans directly from farmers.

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Join us as we delve into the aroma-filled world of T3 Roasters and learn how Linda and Gary's unwavering passion for coffee has made a difference in their local community and beyond. Grab a brew and tune in to this inspiring episode about entrepreneurship, dedication, and the love of a good cup of joe!

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Welcome back to another episode of the Brews & Business Podcast. Today, we're excited to bring you an insightful conversation with our guest, Tyler Trumbo, Owner of iMove PT Tulsa.

Tyler is not just a business owner; he's a physical therapist, a wellness mentor, and a staunch advocate for the power of a growth mindset and habit formation in achieving healthy lifestyle changes. He specializes in optimal fitness routines for longevity and injury prevention/rehabilitation. In this episode, he shares his wealth of knowledge to help entrepreneurs maintain their health, ensuring they can savor the fruits of their hard work for many years.

But beyond his expertise, Tyler has a unique and inspiring story. Having lived across the U.S. and internationally, he's treated patients from all walks of life, gaining a rich tapestry of experiences along the way. A small-town farm boy who didn't initially excel academically, Tyler's journey is a testament to the transformative power of hard work and determination. He believes he can inspire many young men to tap into their inner warrior and overcome challenges to reach their goals.

And as a bonus, we might also get a glimpse into his wife's even more remarkable story.
In this conversation, we'll delve into:

• Tyler's journey from a small-town farm boy to the owner of a successful physical therapy business.
• The importance of a healthy lifestyle for entrepreneurs and the best ways to achieve it.
• Tyler's philosophy on growth mindset and habit formation, and their role in making healthy lifestyle changes.
• Stories from his diverse experience living and working across the U.S. and internationally.
• And much more!

So grab your brew and join us as we uncover the secrets to health, longevity, and success with Tyler Trumbo.

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