I FINALLY Get it!

Our guest this week started her career as a Landman in the oilfield and ended up founding a wellness clinic that has become Lafayette’s premier vitamin IV infusion and wellness clinic.   Meet Jackie Hettich, Founder and CEO of Vivid Infusion and Wellness,   To learn more visit  https://www.vividinfusionla.com/ .  You can also pick up the book Jackie referenced called Compassionate Leadership.   Th...

As sad as this might sound, it’s actually hard to get a contractor to answer their phone.  That is just one example of how our next guests provides a “Red Carpet Experience” for their customers. Meet Anna Olivier, owner of Jim Olivier’s Home Improvements and Roofing Louisiana.    To learn more visit  https://jimolivier.com/ and https://roofinglouisiana.com/ .   Thank you for listening to I FINALLY...

Our guest this week has a passion for the performing arts and it has led to her creating one of the most unique businesses in Lafayette, LA.  Meet Allison Brandon, founder of Wonderland Academy and Wonderland Center for Performing Arts.  To learn more visit https://www.wonderlandperformingarts.com/ .  She also started a non-profit to serve adults called The Looking Glass Theatre Company.  Check it...

Our guest this week just might win the award for most “lightbulb moments.”  His insights from his career as a CPA for more than 50 years are filled with value.  You’ll hear how he grew his firm and was open to many entrepreneurial opportunities.  Meet Ron Prejean, CPA and entrepreneur.   Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  where you'll hear about shortcuts you can take and mistakes...

Our guest this week shares some of the lessons he has learned to help his company find their next gear.  Although he has found success early in his career it seems he’s just getting started.  Meet Hunter Thevis, co-owner S1 Technology.   Hunter mentioned several books that have inspired his growth.  Here they are in case you want to pick them up: 38 Letter From J. D. Rockefeller to His Son , by G....

There are several pathways to entrepreneurship.  Our guest this week didn't set out to own 38 Anytime Fitness locations, but he realized that every stop along his journey was for a reason. Meet Luke Andrus, co-owner Blue Star Investments which owns 38 Anytime Fitness locations and counting. To learn more about Blue Star Investments visit  https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-star-investments...

We all want to speed up business growth but it takes time to grow.  Our guest this week shares her experiences from her first year in business as well as what she wants to accomplish in the coming years. Meet Keesha Buteau, founder of Beacon of Light  To learn more about Keesha visit https://www.beaconoflightla.com/ . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  where you'll hear about short...

Our guest this week shares the difficulties of moving from one business to another.  And he also shares how surprised he was that he was able to bring so much knowledge and skills into his second business.    Meet Zachary Dubois, Founder and CEO of Cajun Lures and Lagniappe Productions.    To learn more about Zachary you can visit Cajun Lures at https://www.cajunlures.com/ or check out his newest...

Our guest this week started his entrepreneurial journey as a way to supplement his income and found that it was his true calling.  After years of exploration and adjustments he landed exactly where he was supposed to be. Meet Boyd Raborn, Founder and CEO of R.A.H. Homes and Construction. To learn more about Boyd visit https://www.facebook.com/boyd.raborn and R.A.H. Homes and Construction visit htt...

Have you ever felt like you were playing a role at work, or in life?  Too often we find ourselves in situations where we "fake it till we make it."  Our next guest has realized that's no way to go through life. Meet Melissa Bowen, founder and Counselor at The Authenticity Center. To learn more about Melissa and how she helps people reconnect with their authenticity visit https://www...

We face challenges daily and sometimes we allow the ups and down dictate who we are.  Our next guest believes we should let who we are control the challenges. Meet Nate Johnson, founder and owner of Reve Coffee.   To learn more about Nate and what he's up to visit https://revecoffee.com . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  Where you'll hear about shortcuts you should take and...

Have you ever figured out a better way to do something?  Most likely we've all discovered short cuts or better ways to do small things.  This week's guest discovered a better way to provide accessible, personal and very affordable healthcare.   Meet Dr. Creig Shute, founder of Elite Direct Primary Care.  Elite DPC is a Acadiana's first Direct Primary Care practice. To learn more abo...

Get ready for several lightbulb moments.  This week's guest proved you can (and should) be creative in any business. Meet Jady Regard, Chief Nut Officer at Cane River Pecan Company.  To learn more about Jady check out a few of his unique companies by visiting the following sites:    Cane River Pecan Company:   https://www.caneriverpecan.com/ Pie Bar:   https://www.caneriverpecan.com/piebar Th...

This week's guest discovered his life's purpose by reading one Bible verse, 1 John 4: 7-8. Meet Lance Strother, Co-founder of LEAD Professionals Group. To learn more about Lance visit https://www.leadprofessionalsgroup.com . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  Where real people share real lessons, so you can live a real good life.   Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://w...

As we wrap up 2023 and look forward to 2024, we look back on all the lessons we’ve learned and how we can improve in the future.     Meet Dustin Webb, Producer of I FINALLY Get It! To watch more episodes, visit https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1ywA2jSToi-uQNNRh83UC4P8NDBI-qKb . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  Where real people share real lessons, so you can live a real good li...

As business owners and entrepreneurs we need to take care of ourselves in order to take care of our businesses.  Our next guest has figured that out for himself and now helps others optimize their health.  Meet Health Coach, Michael Roberts.  To learn more about Mike and what he’s up to by visiting https://www.facebook.com/SUPERMANTAYLOR?mibextid=kFxxJD . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get I...

We rush through life trying to get as much done as we can.  Too often, we get overwhelmed and miss our mark completely.  Tune in to hear what our next guest has discovered.     Meet Monica Rougeau, Founder of Elevare. To learn more about Monica and what she’s up to by visiting https://www.elevareintl.com/ . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  Where real people share real lessons, so you...

We all have different roles in life and professionally.  We are parents, children, co-workers, friends, mentors and more.  But that doesn’t mean we have to act like different people in each role. Our next guest realized the importance of being your authentic self in all situations.     Meet Kirt Boudreau, C12 Chair in Lafayette, LA. To learn more about Kirt and what he’s up to visit https://www.jo...

It often takes self-employed advisors and counselors a while to realize they are business owners.  When they do, it’s a game changer.  Meet Taylor Davis, Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual.   To learn more about Taylor and what he’s up to visit https://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/taylor-davis/ .   Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  Where real people share real l...

If you’re a bad ass woman and looking for harmony in your life, Tara is the coach who can help your achieve get there.  In this episode, she offers practical tips and guidance to help us all.      Meet Tara Thimmesch-Bienvenu, Executive and Neuro Performance Coach. To learn more about Tara and what she’s up to visit https://www.facebook.com/tarabienvenuCoach . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY...

Leading a company that has been operating for more than four decades requires an ability to change.  Too often change is less than popular.  Our next guest has led his company through both technology and personnel changes with great success. Meet Bruce Brown, CEO of Computer One. To learn more about Bruce and what he’s up to visit https://www.computer1inc.com/ . Thank you for listening to I FINALL...

 Servant leaders serve where they are needed, at home, at work and in the community.  Our next guest shares how his serve first mentality has led to his success.   Meet Landon Fitzgerald, owner of Perfect Fitz. To learn more about Landon and what he’s up to visit https://www.perfectfitz.com/ . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  Where real people share real lessons, so you can live a rea...

We’ll never have all the answers, so why should that stop us from trying to win in the entrepreneurial world.  Our next guest started with a plan, made some adjustments, and simply went out and made it happen.   Meet Jason Guidry, Founder of ACTS Physical Therapy. To learn more about Jason and what he’s up to visit https://actspt.urpt.com/ . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  Where real...

If you’re employed and thinking about owning your own business our next guest shares how it requires a leap of faith.  His methodical approach is a lesson for anyone with entrepreneurial dreams. Meet Mark Fontenot, CEO of Louisiana Garage Solutions.  To learn more about Mark and what he’s up to visit https://garagesolutionsla.com/ . Thank you for listening to I FINALLY Get It!  Where real people s...

Everyone experience difficulties, and there are times when we all wonder, why life is so hard.  Our next guest shares insights from his overwhelming struggles during COVID and how he managed to come out better than before. Meet Roy Petitfils, LPC, Counselor specializing in adolescents and young adults. Do yourself a favor.  After listening to this amazing episode, go check out Roy’s Ted Talk at ht...