Love Mondays Again

Oklahoma City, OK - Katie Rock is 4th generation in the floral industry. After selling her first orchid on Instagram during COVID, Katie began to envision a floral shop that would “make it easier to share life with others.” Katie talks about opening a shop that is just the right size and being married to a husband that also took major risk in the small business world.  References: Hazelwood: https...

Leipers Fork, TN - - - - -  References: Electrum Motors: https://electrummotors.com/ Electrum Motors on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/electrummotors/ Editing/Sound Design/Social Media Packaging: https://martinmediaco.com/⁠ Video/Audio Equipment Used*: Canon R5 Canon R50 Zoom H6 6-Track Portable Recorder Shure MV7X XLR Podcast Microphone MAONO Low Profile Microphone Arm XLR Microphone Cable...

011 - The Muhlenfelds Richmond, VA - David and Leah Muhlenfeld found themselves at the top of the advertising world early in their careers. They founded English Major LLC in 2009 and have used their unique song-based creative approach to help brands ignite growth again and again. Working with your spouse is not for everyone but the Muhlenfelds have found their groove. We discuss their approach to...

Oklahoma City, OK - The Ferguson brothers grew up in a small town in Oklahoma studying their father’s newspaper operation and their mother’s boutique shop. Small business runs in their blood and as they got older, their passion for the marriage of brand and place led them to start and sell two small businesses; Capitals Ice Cream Shop and Sincerely Coffee Roasters.  References: Layne Ferguson on L...

Little Havana, Miami, FL - Growing up in Cuba, Peter Bello never knew life without the scent of cigars filling the rooms of his home. Cigars were simply part of everyday life to everyone in Cuba and it was not until Peter moved to Miami at the age of 10 that he realized other children did not grow up the same way. His family started their cigar business over 100 years ago in the Canary Islands, mo...

Huntsville, AL - Owen Franklin was a rocket engineer and found himself bored one day at work so he googled, “How to make money on the internet.” Starting with selling envelopes on Amazon, he quickly launched a new career path and became an office supply juggernaut in just a few years. Franklin speaks about taking big swings and how important simply taking the first step in small business can be. R...

Franklin, TN - Oscar Martin began playing in bands while in high school and eventually became a music producer in Nashville, Tennessee. Like many others, 2020 threw a professional curveball that led Oscar to become a video content creator for a local agency. In 2023 Oscar’s position was eliminated he had no choice but to hustle and start up his own content creation company, Martin Media Co.  Oscar...

Franklin, TN - Join me as I interview young entrepreneurs at a local Young Entrepreneurs Business Fair. We discussed how they got started and what inspired their business and asked a few questions to see what they knew about the struggles of running a small business, profits, risk, and more.

009 - Golden Word Richmond, VA - Hustle runs cold in the veins of Golden Word founder, Elisabeth Edelman. Working her way up through the public relations world one opportunity at a time, Elisabeth has always been ready to capitalize on the opportunities in front of her. Under the neon banner “Talk Like a Human™,” we discuss the power of empathy in communication and her approach to help others tell...

Nashville, TN - While still in college, Bryan Currier started Advantage Technologies from his parents’ basement. Currier has expanded Advantage Technologies’s reach from those humble beginnings over 24 years ago and has grown it to include 100+ employees and over 700+ customers. In this episode, we discuss his IT business, passion for aviation, his journey to start a private jet business, MyJet, a...

Oklahoma City, OK - Austin Tunnell moved to OKC in 2020 determined to achieve proper urbanism one neighborhood and building at a time. After getting hit by a literal bus, Austin began the long journey of never giving up and building his business brick by brick. This conversation goes deep into understanding “durable ideas” and a heart of one of the best people you’ll ever meet. References: Buildin...

Franklin, TN - Courtney Sanders is everything you want at a party or celebration. She started Franklin Celebrations during COVID when her friends were trying to lift the spirits of their children celebrating birthdays. She has since grown the business and provides balloon arrangements for friends and businesses of all sizes. Courtney shares how she started, learned her pricing, and how she can par...

Franklin, TN - David grew up around salons with his first job as a shampoo boy at age 14. Working his way to the top salons around the world, he eventually became a coach, podcaster, and overall powerhouse in the salon industry. David speaks about finding what is the most valuable service he and other stylists can offer in their industry.  References: The Haven Barber Parlour: http://www.thehavenb...