Get Back 2 Work

A teenage kid from South Modesto joins the Marines, survives brutal deployments in Afghanistan, comes home broken, and starts over as a busboy. In this episode, you’ll hear how he rebuilt his life through hard work, mentorship, and family—on a journey from combat infantry to train engineer. In this episode, Bob Campana and Danny Tabera discuss: Childhood in South Modesto, family, and losing his fa...

A 25‑year veteran of the restaurant world shares how strategic partnerships, authentic storytelling, and a renewed focus on community are helping independent operators rebuild after a decimated industry. Hear how a lifelong collaboration with Cisco, a new café buildout, and a content‑driven approach are redefining what it means to serve food and connect people. In this episode, Bob Campana and Hen...

From flipping cows into cars at 14 to transforming a crime-ridden roadside motel into a stunning boutique hotel, Steven and Vanessa Parks share a raw, real look at what it actually takes to build wealth, take big risks, and keep your marriage and faith at the center of it all. If you’re an entrepreneur wrestling with risk, cash flow, and calling, this episode will feel like a masterclass in bettin...

In this episode, Bob Campana and Marco discuss: Turning small-town news into big-time buzz Cracking the code on “locally viral” TikToks From random rants to purpose-driven storytelling Building real-world community from online clips Patterson’s glow-up: growth, Amazon, and what’s coming next Key Takeaways: The power of “local viral” beats follower counts, and Marco shows that dialing in on hyper-l...

In this episode, Bob Campana and Laureen Campana-Schermeister discuss: What Tai Chi and Qigong Are (and How They Differ/Relate) Origins and History of Qigong and Tai Chi Health and Scientific Benefits of Tai Chi/Qigong How to Practice: Frequency, Class Structure, and Accessibility Energy, Grounding, and Emotional Effects Key Takeaways: Tai Chi and Qigong are presented as intertwined practices: Tai...

In this episode, Bob Campana and Neil Buettner discuss: Suzuki method and early violin training Camp Jack Hazard and campfire music influence Transition from education/autism work to full-time music Building a local music career as a business Real estate investing and long-term financial planning Key Takeaways: Treat music (or any craft) as both art and service, and Neil shows that when you think...

In this episode, Bob Campana and Doug Sandler discuss: Power of human connection in business Evolving, empathetic leadership Designing experiences, not just products Growth through immersive, hands-on experiences Legacy built on relationships and memories Key Takeaways: Genuine human connection is a business advantage, not a soft extra; Bob built his pool company and restaurants by making people f...

In this episode, Bob Campana and Doug Sandler discuss: Human connection in business Entrepreneurship after 60 Brick-and-mortar business challenges Global sourcing and travel experiences Inspiration, resilience, and persistence in work Key Takeaways: Bob created this podcast to share five decades of small business experience and the lessons learned from the people he’s met along the way, as he beli...