House Coffee Podcast

Part 1 of this week's episode starts with Rich talking about the vibes he is curating at Storied Coffee which leads to an impromptu phone call with TJ. We hear his hot take of "unhinged vibes" at the shop while working behind the counter. In Part 2, Maggie and Rich delve into the often challenging and relatable topic of work-life balance. They aim to provide their listeners with a reassuring messa...

Maggie and Rich delve into a compelling and relatable topic that affects many entrepreneurs and business professionals - "Business Envy." They explore the common feeling of envy and jealousy in the business and social world and discuss how it can impact individuals and their creative ventures. Spoiler alert: Maggie and Rich experience Business Envy differently! Listen in as they discuss. We would...

Maggie just completed her largest staging project to date, and she can't wait to share her experience with Rich. She shares intricate process of transforming the space and "going rouge" sourcing local works of vintage art. Meanwhile, Rich delves into the captivating building history behind the first Storied Coffee shop location. Rich's anecdotes take us through the evolving coffee culture and the...

This week our hosts dive into two intriguing tech-related scenarios that often confront us in our daily lives. Maggie recounts her recent experience of biting the bullet and upgrading her cell phone plan, while Rich opens up about his internal struggle with the idea of hiring a social media manager. Join Maggie & Rich in this engaging episode as they explore the importance of embracing change...

Today Maggie & Rich talk about getting more done with 85% effort, based on the article published in the Harvard Business Review by Greg McKeown called: "To Build a Top Performing Team, Ask For 85%" They talk about the key points of the article, systematizing workflow, optimizing effort vs maximizing effort and whether or not it is realistic for their particular businesses. It's a GOOD one!! We...

Do these phrases sound familiar? "You gotta know your cash flow." "If you don't own your numbers, you don't own your business." "Don't fudge the numbers." If you're an entrepreneur or creative (or both!) then you have heard these preached from all the gurus. But when you're in the thick of the grind, (or double grind) pausing to understand and get control of your business seems daunting when you a...

This Episode Is Brought to You By: Burnout. Maggie and Rich both at separate times recently have been experiencing burnout in their small businesses. As we know, creative pursuits and pursuing our dreams can be both amazing and super stressful especially if we are wearing all the hats. This episode isn't meant to be a downer, but simply to let you know- we get you and we see you, friends! We'd lov...

Have you ever started a new thing and didn't assume it would work? Rich can relate. He takes a deeper dive into opening day of Storied Coffee and how they were grossly under-prepared for the 6-hour rush they had. Maggie shares a conversation she had early on in her real estate career that changed her mindset. Extra special thanks to TJ McMaster for mixing this episode using the audio from our vide...

Today Maggie & Rich sit down with the infamous TJ McMaster: Audio Engineer and Producer of House Coffee Podcast. This episode is jam-packed! They talk about principles of hospitality and experiences with local businesses. Maggie shares a story of getting a contractor estimate for a client, TJ shares how he helped a 7 year old overcome her fear of heights, and Rich shares an epic experience wit...

Maggie & Rich are flipping out over this discussion! Maggie shares her opinion about the concept of flipping houses (hint, its the other half of the reason she got her real estate license) and Rich talk about how he recently almost joined a multi-level marketing business.

The reality of being a entrepreneur is sometimes business is slow. In this episode, Maggie & Rich get unfiltered and talk about the hardships of their business and diversifying income streams. Maggie talks about how we have normalized the craziness in the real estate market. Rich admits he assumed his business would fail from the start and how Storied has evolved since 2018. Visit housecoffeep...

A back and forth between Maggie and Rich on what goes into a 5-star (or 1-star) experience. Maggie turns the question back to Rich and he shares his 1-star rant. They also share feedback from Instagram followers and their conclusion about business in general. Spoiler Alert: "Its not about us". Visit housecoffeepodcast.com to submit a question or feedback! Special thanks to TJ McMaster for mixing a...

This week is all about how Maggie started taking her staging business 'Welcome Home Co' seriously after years of using her own personal furniture and accessories in her client's homes. Does staging actually benefit a home? Maggie tells all. Plus Rich shares some new potential developments in Storied Coffee he is reticent to go public about yet. Visit housecoffeepodcast.com to submit a question or...

Rich does a deep dive on the Coffee Expo that he and his team attended in Portland Oregon. He also goes on a mini soapbox about the phrase “specialty coffee.” Maggie shares her opinions on the subject. At the end, Rich asks for her hot take on what her soapbox issue is. Visit housecoffeepodcast.com to submit a question or feedback! Special thanks to TJ McMaster for mixing and editing our episode!

Maggie & Rich talk about their Enneagram types and how relevant (or irrelevant) it is in their lives. Learn what their core motivations are and how it pertains to business. Maggie shares what number she hates the most and Rich shares a quote from one of his favorite influencers. Visit housecoffeepodcast.com to submit a question or feedback. Special thanks to TJ McMaster for mixing and editing...

Maggie and Rich follow up on some talking points from their previous discussion about education and career histories and discuss some of the forces that have influenced them along the way. Starting with Part 1 is recommended! Visit housecoffeepodcast.com to submit a question or feedback! Special thanks to TJ McMaster for mixing and editing our episode!

Maggie and Rich re-trace some of life's steps that got each to where they are today in their education and careers. Visit housecoffeepodcast.com to submit a question or leave feedback. Special thanks to TJ McMaster for mixing and editing our episode!

Maggie & Rich discuss the origins of their friendship and the conception of House Coffee, a podcast idea more than a year in the making. Recorded late February 2023, the pair rip the Band-aid off and maneuver their first on-mic conversation through the awkward pauses and transitions of an inaugural podcast episode to explore what they hope to pour out through House Coffee. Visit housecoffeepod...