Mixing Family and Business Podcast

In this I dive deep into what it’s really like to run multiple businesses alongside family—and not just any family, but one that’s weathered the storms together for over 62 years! I sit down with Tom, Shirley, and Kim to uncover the biggest challenges they’ve ever faced as a couple in business, including stories of setbacks that almost cost them everything and how sticking together (and staying ho...

Ever wondered how to balance gut instinct with hard data in business—and still sleep at night? In this episode, I sit down with Shirley, Kim, and Tom to share stories of our very first cars and what those memories taught us about risk, reward, and decision-making in both life and business. We open up about the moments when trusting our gut paid off, and the times we had to learn the hard way. You’...

Ever wonder what it truly takes to juggle multiple businesses, especially when family is involved? In this episode of the Mixing Family and Business Podcast, we kick things off by sharing those memorable moments when we felt we had “made it”—from the excitement of buying a first brand-new car without worrying about the price tag, to the quiet pride of paying every bill on time, to the fulfillment...

Are you looking for real stories of what it actually takes to run and promote a family business? In this episode we dive deep into the wild world of business promotions—sharing everything from our earliest jobs (and surprising pay rates!) to the creative ways we’ve brought customers through the doors over the years. I talk about the legendary car giveaways and the chaos of selling 10,000 Dilly Bar...

On this episode of the Dixon Family and Business podcast, we took a nostalgic journey into the foods and kitchen traditions of our childhood—long before juice boxes and Lunchables were ever a thing. I loved hearing Shirley and Beth reminisce about life on the farm, from homemade bread and bacon fried in lard to that weekly tradition of oven-baked beans and Oscar Mayer hot dogs. We talked about all...

On this episode I’m joined by Kim, Tom, and Joe Moy for a warm, nostalgic conversation about what it really takes to run multiple businesses as a family. We start off by sharing vivid childhood memories of Christmases before age twelve, touching on everything from decorating the house with lights, favorite meals (think ham, turkey, duck, and goose!), lively gift exchanges, and annual traditions li...

In this episode we're back after a much-needed sabbatical, joined by Tom, Beth, Shirley, and Kim for a heartfelt and honest conversation about what it really takes to mix family and business. We kick things off by sharing our most vivid childhood Thanksgiving memories, from big family suppers around fancy tablecloths and homemade pumpkin pie, to kitchen mishaps that still make us laugh today. But...

In this episode of the Mixing Family and Business podcast, I, alongside Shirley, Tom, and Kim, take you behind the scenes—sharing REAL stories from our journey growing and sustaining family businesses. Hear candid memories: how our families marked Labor Day (or didn’t!), with everything from small-town celebrations in McCausland, Iowa to quiet days spent prepping for back-to-school. Then, buckle u...

In this episode of the Mixing Family and Business Podcast, I’m joining Kim, Shirley, and Tom as we head way back into childhood memories. We swap stories about our favorite birthday meals (spoiler: homemade noodles, chicken, and a legendary lemon cake), those classic small-town surprises, and the simple joys of old bikes and “sloppy” chocolate cupcakes at school. I open up about what birthdays wer...

We down with Kim, Tom, and Shirley to swap stories about Fourth of July traditions on the Iowa farm, grandma’s fried chicken, backyard fireworks, and big family gatherings. Then, we dive into the realities of working with Gen Z: what motivates them, what challenges come with managing them, and why things like technology and social skills are shifting the workplace in new directions. Tune in for re...

Join me as I sit down with Kim, Tom, and Shirley to look back at how our family's small businesses grew while staying true to our local roots. We share stories from our early days, how Father's Day wasn’t always a big deal, and the changes that come with going from knowing every customer to running stores across several towns. If you want a real look at balancing growth with community connection,...

Join host Brian Hahn on this episode of Mixing Family and Business as we look back at childhood Memorial Day traditions and explore how technology has transformed family businesses—from the days of charcoal grills and party-line phones to QuickBooks, scanners, and AI. You’ll hear real stories and practical advice on staying open to change, the challenges and rewards of adapting to new tech, and th...

On this week’s episode, I’m diving into what it truly takes to keep family and business running smoothly during the holidays. Joined by Tom, Shirley, Kim, and Don, we reminisce about the old days—when Mother’s Day gifts were handmade at school, holiday meals brought everyone together, and family traditions had to bend around the relentless schedule of running grocery stores and restaurants. It’s a...

On this episode of the Mixing Family and Business Podcast, I take you right to the heart of what it really means to blend the two, family and business, drawing from memories, wisdom, and a few laughs along the way. Joined by Shirley, Kim, Beth, and Don, we reminisce about our classic family Easter traditions from the 1940s and beyond, from sugary Easter baskets and church sunrise services to those...

Are you ready to dive into the real stories behind running multiple businesses with your family? In this episode, I’m joined by Shirley, Tom, and Beth as we open up about what it truly takes to mix family and business—from our earliest holiday memories to the behind-the-scenes grit that launched our first ventures. You’ll hear about our journey starting everything from grocery stores and car washe...

Ready for a trip down memory lane? In this episode, I’m diving into the world of small-town grocery stores, reflecting on the wild days before credit cards and digital systems took over. Join as we swap stories with Joel Fenton, Jonathan Bannister, Tom, and the rest of the Mixing Family and Business crew. We’re talking about the chaos and charm of counterchecks, rolling “bad check” lists, cash-and...

On this week’s episode I take a nostalgic journey back through the decades with Kim, Tom, and Beth as we dig into the holidays, family traditions, and what business life used to look like. From epic Fourth of July fireworks and neighborhood water fights to big family Thanksgivings and Halloween adventures, we laugh about all the memories that shaped our childhoods. We also get into the nuts and bo...

Ever wondered what it’s really like to run multiple businesses with your family—and survive the messy parts? In this episode, I open up with Tom, Shirley, and Kim about what happens when great ideas don’t quite hit the mark. We share our honest stories about businesses that fizzled, the lessons we learned from ventures that were just a little too early (or too late), and the importance of knowing...

Ready to dive into the real-world chaos and rewards of mixing family and business? In this episode, I sit down with Tom, Shirley, and Kim for an honest, lighthearted look at how each of us differs from our parents—not just at home, but where it matters most: at work. We talk about the unexpected curveballs you face in a family business, and how adaptability is a skill you can’t afford to skip. Fro...

In this episode, I sit down with Shirley, Tom, and Kim for some honest, lighthearted stories about growing up in big families, sibling rivalries, and how childhood dynamics evolve into working relationships as adults. We open up about the lessons we’ve learned running multiple businesses together—what we wish we’d known at 30, the business mistakes we don’t regret, and why neither success nor stru...

In this week's episode of the Client Podcast, I'm delving deep into the intricate dance of mixing family and business. I sit down with Shirley, Kim, and Tom to explore how our relationships with parents evolve as we grow older. It's a journey that influences both personal life and business endeavors. Listen as Tom and Shirley share poignant memories, and Kim provides a modern take on balancing fam...

In this episode of the Mixing Family and Business Podcast, I dive into the everyday challenges and triumphs of balancing different business ventures while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. Joined by my insightful guests, Shirley and Tom, we reminisce about the games we played in grade school, like Red Rover and kickball, and draw unexpected parallels to the strategies we employ in our busine...

In this episode of the Mixing Family and Business Podcast we take you on a journey through the intricate balancing act of running multiple businesses while staying rooted in family values. Joined by our insightful guests Shirley, Tom, and Kim, we delve into their rich family stories, tracing their fathers' ventures from farming to grocery stores and beyond. These narratives set the stage for a dee...

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mixing Family & Business Podcast! I'm Brian, and today I'm thrilled to explore the delicate art of mixing family and business with our insightful guests Tom, Shirley, and Kim. We kick things off by sharing some enchanting tales from our childhoods, including gems like "Susan in the Rain" and the classic "Hardy Boys." These stories serve as a nostalgic...

I'm thrilled to invite you to this episode of the Client Podcast, where I welcome Shirley, Tom, and Kim to an engaging discussion on blending business systems with family dynamics. We kick things off by reminiscing about the first major news stories that left an impression on us, from the launch of Sputnik to the infamous Watergate scandal, and how these events shaped our perspectives over the yea...