Boots, Beans, and Business

The Bottom Line: The entrepreneur builds the business. The intrapreneur finds ways to improve and grow the business. The employee helps keep the business running and delivers results. Successful businesses need people who are willing to take ownership, solve problems, and work toward a common goal. Small Business. Big Standards. www.davidrafus.com

You're a leader from day one. Do you know how you lead? Most people with a business idea never make a dime from it. Not because the idea was bad, but because nobody gave them a plain path to follow. In this episode of Boots, Beans, and Business, I'm breaking down the three big ideas behind my new book, From Idea to Income: A Practical Guide for First-Time Small Business Owners : building a real fo...

Your next business opportunity could start with a handshake. Join Dave on Boots, Beans, and Business for a conversation about the value of in-person networking. Discover how showing up, listening, and building real relationships can open doors for your small business. Grab a cup of coffee and tune in! www.davidrafus.com

The Value of Service Dogs for Veterans A service dog is more than a companion—it becomes a trusted teammate. Service dogs can help veterans with PTSD by: Interrupting nightmares and panic attacks Recognizing anxiety before it becomes overwhelming Creating space in crowded places Providing comfort and a sense of security Helping veterans feel confident leaving their homes They can help veterans reb...

“AI should support your business—not replace the human side of it.” Save time on repetitive tasks, Research options and brainstorm solutions, AI can make mistakes, Owners still need to review everything. Judgment, relationships, experience, and accountability remain human responsibilities.

Most military personal leave the service with a strong set of transferable skills, but one of the biggest challenges is learning how to describe those skills in civilian or small business language. Skills like: Leadership, Discipline, Teamwork, Commination, and so much more...

I wanted to talk today a little bit about if you're gonna go into business. So, one of the things you really need to do is you need to think about doing a self-checkup.

Interview with KVOI 1030 Am talking about Coffee Tariffs and the 1 Veteran Foundation

Today we talk with LTC. John Thayer about his time in the AF Academy and life after the service.

Today we had the pleasure of talking with Michael Cragholm the founder of Spacecoast Mobile Jiu-Jitsu and Grappl App as well as a United States Marine. You can follow him at: www.spacecoastmobilejiujitsu.com grapplapp.io Mobile Jiu Jitsu TV on Youtube

A great conversation with Ted Maxwell updates about what is happening with the 1 Veteran Foundation and the Combat Coffee Bean

Toby and I sit down and talk about filling the community needs by starting a non profit. One voice can make a difference.

Getting involved in your community

We talk about Coffee Tariffs, where you can get Combat Coffee Bean, and the 1 Veteran Foundation.

Interviewed by Ted Maxwell of The Morning Voice on AM 1030 KVOI. President and CEO of The Southern Arizona Leadership Council. Major General Edward P Maxwell, RET. Air National Guard.

Powerful, raw, and hope-filled, “Loving Someone Thru PTSD!” explores what it really takes to stand by a partner, friend, or family member living with post‑traumatic stress. This episode shares honest conversations, practical tools, and stories from Dave, and his wife Jo. Covering communication, triggers, boundaries, self-care, and rebuilding trust. Whether you’re supporting someone you love or see...

From Perfect to Progress: Military to Business is a weekly show for veterans turning service-tested skills into entrepreneurial momentum. Hosted by Marine veteran Dave, this episode cuts through perfectionism to share candid stories, tactical takeaways, and real resources—from funding and first customers to operations and leadership. Expect a short, practical conversations, Review with clear next...

“Your roadmap to life insurance as a disabled veteran: where to apply, how to qualify, and how to compare VA benefits with private options to lock in affordable protection.”

“From supply chains to psychology, Higher Prices exposes the hidden forces behind rising costs—and how they shape your wallet, your business, and your world.”

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