Down 2 Business

Send us Fan Mail "My big belief is let's get off the sidelines, quit talking in hypotheticals and jump in...that's just where the magic happens." You may not have everything 100% figured out, but movement towards the goal is always a step in the right direction. Jon got his start in non-food franchising around 10 years ago and it wasn't long before he began helping others...

Send us Fan Mail "What I learned in my business is do marketing before you need marketing." When you hit a rough patch in business or in life, what is your response? Matt knew that he was destined for greatness and although his business took a hit at one point, he refused to accept defeat. Instead he decided to shift his focus on marketing and being intentional with building an authentic...

Send us Fan Mail "What if someone is able to figure out a way to use your technology in 10 years and they made all the money in the world?" It's not everyday that you get to pick the brain of a patent attorney, but do you know the ins and outs of what they do? Austin will walk you through the entire process, but also let you know that engineering school is where it all started for h...

Send us Fan Mail "Your family adapts to the version of you that's only partially there." Achieving a true work-life balance can be difficult, but it is not impossible. After losing his father, George refused to follow in the same footsteps of not being as present as he'd like in his son's life.  George decided to take it a step further by creating an outlet for other Found...

Send us Fan Mail "If you can run a lemonade stand, you can own a business." While we strive to provide value to everyone in our audience, we assure you this episode will be no different. However, we particularly want all of our gamers to step to the front!  Paul Pape may be one man, but he wears an array of hats - creative genius being one of them. Take a second and think about your favo...

Send us Fan Mail "I think momentum beats perfection." Wes and the team at Uplift 360 believe that it isn't just about bringing something to a higher level or acquiring more business, but also being considerate of people throughout the process. If a client is having a bad day, why not do everything in your power to turn it into a good day? Wes has been running his agency for over 20...

Send us Fan Mail Well well well, what better way to bring a live event to the City of Brotherly Love than with the person it all started with?! So much has happened since the initial interview in 2019 and we are ready to unpack it all.  Have you checked out We Dj, LLC? They may be coming to a city near you, very soon!  We would be remiss if we didn’t sincerely thank everyone who made this happen -...

Send us Fan Mail Credibility is the name of the game and for this episode we sat down with a Global Credibility Expert. What does your vetting process look like? Does it vary depending on what you are deciding partake in? In your opinion, do trust and credibility go hand in hand? Mitchell recalls his Napoleon Hill journey from 2019-2020 in which he interviewed 500 thoughts leaders and his findings...

Send us Fan Mail It’s always fun when there’s enough out there for everyone. This is exactly how we feel the more we sit down with those involved in the real estate industry.  Kamyar got his start back in 2004 on the residential side of things. He decided to switch over to commercial in 2011 and hasn’t looked back since.  So what are some of the benefits to working in commercial? What exactly does...

Send us Fan Mail While there is no such thing as a perfect parent, a child’s upbringing can have a major impact on their life as a whole.  It is important to consider the stages of development children undergo and how that influences their behavior.  After much diligent research, Osayi developed the “Connect to Influence” parenting method which helps parents create an even more positive impact on...

Send us Fan Mail “I don’t mind all of the other stuff being out there. It just drives me to say how can I be different?” Cash will tell you firsthand that it took an immense amount of sacrifice to be in the position that he’s in today. He will also tell you that it was all worth it at the end of the day.  His passion for sports, specifically statistics goes as far back as he can remember. So when...

Send us Fan Mail When you hear the statistic that startups in the United States have a 90% failure rate - what thoughts come to mind? Does it deter you from chasing your dreams of becoming a business owner or entrepreneur?  On the other hand, Matt came into business as a private equity investor with a firm belief that buying a business is a better strategy than starting one.  Furthermore, the proc...

Send us Fan Mail We are curious…what type of work do you do and is it something that fulfills you?  Shaté takes pride in helping others not only live in their purpose but truly love what it is that they do. However, to get to where she is today there were quite a few pivots and transitions along the way.  Ultimately, she fell in love with career strategy and  development and has been paying it for...

Send us Fan Mail Fear can truly be a mind-killer. It can ruin a great thing before it even gets its start.  Brian can attest to this because there was a point in time where he was afraid to make decisions and living for others and not himself.  So what happened in the late summer of 2017 that shifted everything for him?  Tune in to episode 223 as Brian details his COMPASS Framework, reveals a posi...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever thought about what goes on behind the scenes every time a monetary transaction of some sort is made? We won’t speak for you, but we love seeing that “approved” message pop up one way or another 😂 Jodie is as passionate as they come when talking about the payments industry and it shows within her business - Electronic Transactions Association. Education is a pivotal...

Send us Fan Mail The beauty of the podcast is that we speak with experts who went through the hoops and hurdles and are doing everything in their power so that YOU don’t have to.  Cody watched his dream die because of money and despite getting his start in the live band and concert booking industry - he had to give it all up. Who would’ve thought that a pandemic would change the trajectory for so...

Send us Fan Mail When you think about your job or your business - where does company culture rank on the list? Tevia will be the first to tell you that it is arguably one of the most important things to consider.  TeKoda Accounting was not built overnight, but rather with the customer as the top priority. They pride themselves on serving across multiple industries with a unique approach.  Tevia is...

Send us Fan Mail Knowledge is power and sometimes all it takes is one conversation to realize there is more out there than you thought. Dr. J took some time to sit down with one Elder in particular to truly learn history - needless to say his mind was blown!  In addition to this, Dr. J recognized the importance of being of service to others, no matter what it is that you do. ConsciRise is focused...

Send us Fan Mail Ready. Set. Real Estate.  Darcy has dabbled in practically every aspect of real estate that there is but once he found his niche there was no turning back.  Not only does he love new construction and land development but he enjoys passing this knowledge along to others because the opportunities are endless.  However, the journey to finding what works best for you can be a unique o...

Send us Fan Mail Ladies, what if we told you that there is a mastermind community out there to assist business owners and leaders? What if we told you this same community focuses on accountability, support, networking and so much more? Kelly and the team over at GoBundance are on a mission to not only shift your mindset but help you overcome abundance blocks and self-sabotage.  Tune in to episode...

Send us Fan Mail “Once you learn how to solve a problem, you have a business.”  A lot of you may know him as DeAndre but for this episode he will be referred to as Mr. Make It Happen.  No matter what obstacle stood in the path, it never deterred DeAndre from continuing to focus on the grind and whatever it takes to move forward. All he needed was someone to take a chance on him and that all starte...

Send us Fan Mail Brad got his start in financial advising and has always had a knack for helping people find various ways to cut costs and save money. However, as he began to realize how expensive college is becoming - he shifted his focus.  He will be the first to tell you that there are a host of different tactics that can be implemented to lower the cost of college, but not everyone knows where...

Send us Fan Mail Knowledge is power, but paying it forward can be extremely powerful just the same.  Scott would have never guessed that his first corporate job at an accounting firm would have somehow introduced him to real estate - but here we are!  23 years later and Scott has grown to truly appreciate the partnership within the industry and is all for helping those who want to earn passive inc...

Send us Fan Mail The book has been published! Man oh man, what a journey it was and Claire is here to tell us about it firsthand. Did you catch Claire’s first appearance on D2B? If not, check out Episode 172 for a formal introduction to Talent Boost and how they’re helping organizations keep growth at the forefront. Tune in to episode 213 as Claire breaks down her 4 pillars as they relate to her l...

Send us Fan Mail Ah, the infamous topic of real estate has graced the podcast yet again - but this time from the perspective of distressed assets.  Saint Investment Group not only prides themselves on being able to make their clients money but educate them in the process. Nic will attest to your net worth being directly related to who you surround yourself with and the knowledge you are taking in...