Business Stories for Small Business

     Born to teenage parents in the South, James Webb grew up poor. He began working in sales at just five years old. His environment alone taught him how to survive in business and life. His book, "Redneck Resilience: A Country Boy's Journey To Prosperity" showcases James's amazing stories in life and in business. He's out to teach young entrepreneurs how important resilience is when it comes to being successful. 

     James went from working for free at a hospital for two years to selling MRI machines in Central America (Nicaragua). He eventually became a franchise owner in Orangetheory Fitness and now works with ScentHound. 

    As a prior franchise candidate James shares why he chose the brands he did and why franchise sales people really need to change their approach to selling territories over anything else. 

As a young boy I was fascinated by science fiction movies like, "Terminator 2." I never knew 30 plus years later I'd be a grown adult seeing robots working in real life. 

On this amazing episode I speak to Timothy Tanksley with RichTech Robotics about how robots are improving operations, enhancing the customer experience, and even driving in customers from miles away. 

Despite popular opinion, robots are not taking away jobs or making customers feel less appreciated. They're restructuring businesses to operate more efficiently and improving the overall customer experience. 

If you're interested in learning more about robotics reach out to myself or Tim timothy.t@richtechsystem.com.

(Don't forget to mention this episode) 

I promise you, Timothy is a live human. 

In 2008 Scott Neal hit a wall. He had a family, bills, and responsibilities. He also had just been laid off of a job in a city that wasn't offering him much as far as opportunities. 

Thanks to the help from a franchise consultant Scott bought a painting franchise and built his own empire. 

On this episode, Scott shares his journey from franchisee to franchise consultant and why he made the decision to take control of his own success at a time when it was was scary to. 

Scott's story is one of courage, drive, and will power. 

We also talk about his success using ClientTether in his own franchise consulting business. 

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It is not everyday you get a chance to speak to someone who inspired you (and many others) as an artist and musician. On today's episode I was joined by Mr. Greg Norton, bass player for influential punk/alternative band, Husker Du. 

Husker Du was a powerhouse trio, born out of the Twin Cities in the 1980s. They left an indelible mark on future generations of musicians that still exists today. 

Talking to Greg, I felt like we knew each other for years. We talked about Husker Du, his love of cooking and wine, and the birth of his new band, UltraBomb. 

UltraBomb is a supergroup consisting of Greg, Finny McConnell (The Mahones), and Jamie Oliver (formerly of UK Subs). 

They're just about it hit the road and will be playing the main stage at Punk Rock Bowling later this month! 

Check them out! 

I fell in love with punk rock music as an early teen in the 90s. The music was fast, the energy was potent, and the art was awe inspiring. That lead me on a journey to playing in various bands for over a decade. I made so many friends and fun music along the way. 

So when I found out there was going to be a punk rock museum built in Las Vegas, NV I knew I had to be there. Not only that, I knew I had to get the story of how 50 years of punk music, art, and culture would be curated. 

On this episode I have a fun conversation with Mona, Lisa, and Fat Mike (of NOFX and Fat Wreck Chords) who all helped make this amazing place a reality. 

Thanks to everyone who built the punk rock museum!

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Growing up in Malaysia and later joining the Army taught Joel Yi some valuable lessons. After coming to America he decided success was going to be his only option. 

Over ten years later, Joel Yi is now coaching entrepreneurs and salespeople all over on how to 20X-50X their sales. 

If you feel like you're in sales slump. Or, maybe your business is taking a hit. This episode might be a breath of fresh air. 

Joel Yi is currently helping business people "revive dead leads" with a new program. 

You can get in touch and learn more about Joel at his website joelyi.com

Franchising your business is exciting. Having someone take legal action against you because you're not in compliance, is not so exciting. My guest Matthew Kreutzer with Howard & Howard Attorneys in Las Vegas, NV is here to help you avoid any legal snags in your franchise sales and operational processes. He talks about new regulations in 2023 as well as other things to consider as you venture into franchising your business. We also talk about how things like A.I. can change our lives and businesses for better or worse. 

Find Matthew on Linkedin

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Yaro Starak started his business ownership journey as a high school kid with a passion for playing Magic The Gathering. MTG is a highly popular tabletop card game, which has gained a massive underground following for many years now. 

Yaro started his website about MTG and later evolved into blogging, selling training courses, and email marketing. 

Now Yaro is the Founder of InboxDone, a company that helps busy entrepreneurs release themselves from "Inbox Prison" by providing a human being to respond to emails so business owners can better focus their time elsewhere. 

If you feel bogged down by your email, inbox InboxDone could be just the solution you need. 

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(Warning: some of this discussion may be graphic for some listeners)

Not many people would jump at the opportunity to start a business cleaning up crime scenes, helping hoarders, and dealing with other unforeseen issues. But, Michael Fulweber is one of the few who took the opportunity. 

We talk about how tough this business can be emotionally, but also how fulfilling it can be to help families and communities process tragedy and move forward. 

We also discuss how one of his first jobs was to respond to the October, 1st shooting in Las Vegas back in 2017. 

Bio-One is an amazing brand out there helping communities clean up after tragedy and rebuild. They're doing the work many people may not want to do. But, they know they are a necessary element when it comes to these situations. 

I want to thank Michael for joining me and for all the work he is doing. 

You can reach out to Michael at:

michael@360franchiseconsulting.com

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If your work life is taking a toll on your mental health, your marriage, or your family, it may be time to rethink your goals and career plans. Becoming a business owner is not for everyone, but at the same time is has made plenty of people happier and more successful. 

Careyann Golliver joins me to talk about her journey as a corporate executive to a franchise owner, and eventually into becoming a franchise advisor. 

Could franchise ownership work for you? 

Careyann is here to help you answer that question. 

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With over 40 years of business/sales experience Jim Shulman has seen and done quite a bit. In this episode we discuss how build trust in your sales approach. We also talk about the importance of tapping into the "human element" when connecting with prospects. Jim also gives us some tips when it comes to networking in your local and virtual groups. This is a great episode to help take your business skills to the next level! 

Learn more at:

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Many people think you can't "have your cake and eat it too" when it comes to business. If you're working 24/7 on your business, spending less time with your family, and feeling overwhelmed you need to listen to this episode with Vanessa Zamy. She's here to help you create a true "balance" in your work and in your life. 

She helps business owners travel and enjoy life while their business "successfully runs itself." 

Connect with Vanessa Zamy here on Linkedin. 

Casey Stubbs began his journey into investing while in the Army at a very young age. With a nominal income and a little self discipline, he was able to build a significant investment "nest egg." Then, in 2008 he developed a website about stock trading which quickly gained web traffic. He now runs his website, his very own podcast, and educates people on how to make money in stock trading. 

On this episode we talk about everything financial from trading, to NFTs, and Bitcoin. 

If you're interested in investing, this is the episode for you. 

You can get free tools and more at Casey's website:

tradingstrategyguides.com

You can also listen to his podcast "How To Trade It" via the link below. 

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Red Apple Fireworks started with a Father who came to the USA hoping to catch the American Dream by selling fireworks out of his car in Michigan. Jump ahead decades later, his son's Doug and Mike are now running Red Apple Fireworks. 

Doug & Mike teach me that fireworks are not just for the 4th of July. People from all over the country buy them for all sorts of special occasions all year round. On this episode we talk about the technology, marketing, and appeal of fireworks. 

This is also my first video podcast as well! 

Buy your fireworks online at:

redapplefireworks.com

 (always be safe and follow instructions)

In 2004 Yolanda Stevenson was a Mom just wanting to make sure her young children were able to get to and from school, safely. She started by transporting kids to school with just one vehicle. Jump ahead eighteen years later and she is now operating in multiple areas of Texas and rapidly expanding. 

taxiMom is making communities safer and giving parents more peace of mind in a world where people are generally more concerned for the well-being of their children. 

If you're interested in learning more, check out taxiMom @

taximomfranchise.com

I met Mandy Rowe at a franchise event weeks ago where she told me about the concept of "floating" and how it originated with the Navy SEALS. True Rest Float Spa an amazing brand helping people of all ages feel better, reduce pain, and eliminate stress. True Rest guests lay in ten inches of salt water allowing them to relax, meditate, listen to music, and for a brief moment forgot about all the pain and stresses of life. Mandy has also amassed millions of views on TikTok after getting the idea to look into it while doing laundry at 2:00 am. 

Here's Mandy's story. 

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When most people think of franchising the first thing that comes to mind is fast food, pizza, or quick service restaurants. While these are common businesses, there are also quite a few business opportunities in the non food franchise space. 

Jon Ostenson specializes in helping people find amazing business opportunities in the non food franchise world. He's recently won and award through the International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG), and has released a book. 

Visit Jon's website to learn more!

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Mr. David Weaver is no stranger to business. He got his start owning businesses during some turbulent economic times and rose above it all to find success. On this episode, we discuss why a recession may be the best time to find your passion, own a business, and live the life you always dreamed of. 

Connect with David on Linkedin here.

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The Holidays and New Year are just around the corner and if you're like most people you're probably saying to yourself, "This coming year I'm going to work out more" or "That's it, I'm going to get more discipled with my fitness goals come January 1st." 

Jesse and Tiffany Leyva with Outlaw Fitcamp are here to make communities happier, healthier, and more fit and want to help you too. Jessie even shares a remarkable story of one of his members who went from being stuck in a wheelchair to becoming a trainer with the brand! 

They're teaching us all to rebel against a sedentary lifestyle and become our own personal fitness "outlaw". 

Are you ready to become an outlaw or own a location? 

outlawfitcamp.com

Joel Neumann has found the "secret sauce" to eliminate the manual "admin" work by using Clienttether to automate his communications with leads. Since working with their team, he has saved time and was actually able to finally enjoy a stress-free vacation thanks to the automation this system provides. 

Here, Joel and I talk about the value it brings him and how it has made his business life much easier. He also discusses how texting has played a huge part in connecting with his leads and developing a deeper relationship. 

We also talk about how the Buffalo Bills will do this year and about the home of the "Original Buffalo Wing" Anchor Bar.