The UTP Podcast

In this episode we give you an straight forward way to raise capital and how to do it.  If you've ever been curious how to start get started raising money, this is one episode you can't miss.

In this episode of the UTP podcast, we dive into the power of obsession and how it’s the key to greatness in business. We explore why the most successful entrepreneurs are the ones who are relentless about every detail, and how your business thrives in the areas you obsess over. From customer service to product quality, every aspect of your company will reflect the energy you put into it. If you'r...

In this episode of the UTP podcast, we break down the misconception that business is inherently risky. The real risk often lies in letting someone else control your destiny. We explore the mindset shifts required to take ownership of your path, why relying on others can be a bigger gamble than going out on your own, and how personal accountability shapes success. Tune in for a deep dive into takin...

"In this episode, we dive into the strategies and techniques that help overcome one of the most common hurdles in sales—price objections. Whether you're selling posters or any product, price can be a sticking point, but it's often more about value than the cost. We’ll walk you through how to present your product in a way that shows its worth, how to handle customer concerns, and the methods we use...

How we overcome this both daily and long term.

There are very few things you invest in that guarantee success in the longterm and that one thing is your investment in yourself and your skillset.

How to make the most of every sale.  

How we book events - best practices that we've learned over the years.

You are the sum of the 5 people you spend the most time with.  In this episode we go over how to determine if your friends are pushing you forward or holding you back.

This is a quick episode about a popular product most don't know we sell - break-a-way banners!  

You only have so much effort to give in a day... this was a concept that took a long time for us to learn... How is it that everyone on earth has the same 24 hours in a day, yet some people get way more out of it than others.

Are you putting in the effort?  We are the result of our actions and in this episode I discuss what we can do to level up our own effort.

This is how we structure our Mondays.  We hope this helps you build a better week!

When I see someone selling a poster for $25, I simply smile and thank them. Why? Because I know that at that price, they'll never be a real competitor on a national level—they won’t have the margins to scale or survive the inevitable challenges like a rainout weekend. Pricing is one of the most delicate aspects of any business, yet many fail to grasp its true importance. Consider how you perceive...

Having a backup plan is crucial in any business, especially when unexpected challenges arise. Whether it's a printer going down, software failing, or rain threatening to derail your event, being prepared can save you thousands of dollars and countless headaches. In this episode, we emphasize the importance of anticipating potential problems and having a solid Plan B in place. From dealing with del...

You never truly appreciate what you have until it's gone. This age-old wisdom has resonated throughout history, and in this episode, we dive into how it applies to our lives and the world of posters. Join us as we explore this timeless lesson and share insights that will help you recognize and cherish the things you might be taking for granted. We hope this conversation inspires you to hold on a l...

The way someone takes a team photo can reveal more than you might think about their approach to life. If you haven’t yet grasped that how you do anything reflects how you do everything, this episode is for you. We discuss the areas where we recognize the need for improvement and the steps we're taking to get better. Join us as we explore the connection between the small details and the bigger pict...

In both business and life, the only true competition we face is with who we were yesterday. It's easy to get caught up in comparing ourselves to others, but the real challenge is to outdo our past selves. This episode dives into the mindset of self-improvement and the importance of focusing on your own growth rather than external benchmarks. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, running yo...

We share a few books that really changed the path in our lives.  If you haven't read these, I'd put them on your list of things to do!

We go through the changes that we've made to our setups and why we've done it.  On top of that, we explain how this made us more money immediately. 

What it actually means to set goals that make you more money.  We've learned that our goals directly reflect what we do each day and how that leads to more money or sometimes less money... We hope you learn a thing or 2 from this!

We sure have a lot we'd like to tell our 20 year old self... We hope you learn and enjoy something!

In this episode, Julie and I take you through the transformative power of miracle mornings. We share how we’ve structured our mornings over the years, from the routines we swear by to the small but powerful habits that set the tone for a successful day.  Sometimes it just takes a simple win to win the day.  

Effective leadership begins with understanding the roles you’re filling—knowing the ins and outs of each position allows you to hire more successfully. We talk about how the quality of the people you hire directly impacts the level of leadership you’ll need to provide. We also discuss the major reasons why Julie an I rarely have issues with the people we hire.  There is also a mindset you need to...

Sorry if the volume sounds a little off, Julie an I tried a phone recorder for the first time to see how well it would work!  This is just a 6 minute episode about how we are working on improving our customer service and why its so important to us.