Navigating Growth Podcast

Keywords bookkeeping, construction industry, entrepreneurship, financial mistakes, leadership, business growth, AI in bookkeeping, tools for bookkeeping, team culture, women empowerment Summary In this episode of the Navigating Growth Podcast, host Joel Calkins speaks with Jenny Rost of Construct Bookkeeping, who shares her journey in the bookkeeping industry, particularly focusing on the construc...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Navigating Growth, Joel Calkins sits down with Gary Cassill of The Leavitt Group to dive into a unique and often overlooked tool for employee retention—executive bonus plans using life insurance. Gary shares how these plans help business owners reward and retain top-performing employees while leveraging tax-advantaged financial strategies. If you're a business o...

In this episode of the Mastering the Hustle Interview Series, host Joel Calkins sits down with Anand Vadapalli, President and CEO of Light Curve, a leading broadband and internet provider in Washington State. Anand shares his journey from starting his telecom career at Cincinnati Bell to becoming CEO of Alaska Communications, and now leading Light Curve. He discusses the critical role broadband pl...

Introduction: • Host: Joel Calkins • Guest: Nathan Bosseler, President and Co-founder of Castus Corporation • Duration: 16:30 ________________________________________ 00:00 - 02:00 • Introduction: Joel introduces Nathan, discussing his background in video production and the inception of Castus Corporation. • Nathan explains his journey from video production enthusiast to founding Castus Corporatio...

Introduction: In this episode of "Master in the Hustle," host Joel Calkins sits down with Meghana, CEO and co-founder of Extra Slice, to explore her entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of office space solutions. Key Highlights: From Tech to Office Space: Meghana shares her transition from working with tech giants like IBM and Microsoft to co-founding Extra Slice, driven by a personal need fo...

Episode Summary: In this episode, Joel Calkins interviews Dan Giuliani, the CEO and co-founder of Volt Athletics, a groundbreaking company in the fitness and sports performance industry. Dan shares his decade-long journey from working with athletes at high schools and colleges to co-founding a company that leverages AI technology to provide personalized training programs. They discuss the origins...

Host: Joel Calkins Guest: Michael Dix, Founder and CEO of Intentional Futures Episode Summary: In this episode of the "Mastering the Hustle" interview series, host Joel Calkins sits down with Michael Dix, the founder and CEO of Intentional Futures, a creative and strategic consultancy based in Seattle. Michael shares insights from his extensive career, including his time at Microsoft and his journ...

Introduction: Host: Joel Calkins Guest: Aaron Shurts, Owner and Founder of Mentor Creative Group Duration:37:15 [00:00:19 - 00:14:00] Understanding the Landscape: Aaron introduces himself and his company, Mentor Creative Group, based in Seattle, Washington. The company specializes in digital design, including website and mobile app development, digital marketing, and campaign design. Aaron discuss...

In this episode of Mastering the Hustle, Joel Calkins interviews Rick Crabbe, CEO and founder of Portable Consultants. Rick shares his journey from an aspiring stockbroker to a leader in the telecommunications infrastructure industry. He discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of embracing discomfort for growth, and how he identified and addressed key problems in the telecom industry to...

Episode: From Ad Tech to Digital Development: Kevin Stubbs' Entrepreneurial Journey Host: Joel Calkins Guest: Kevin Stubbs, CEO of PubGenius [00:00:03] Introduction Joel Calkins: Welcomes listeners to the show and introduces the guest, Kevin Stubbs, CEO of PubGenius. [00:00:10] Kevin Stubbs' Background Kevin Stubbs: Discusses his background in ad tech and development. Highlights the inception of P...

Welcome to the Master in the Hustle interview series! In this episode, host Joel Calkins sits down with Geoff McDonald, CEO and Co-founder of Ambassador software, a leading social commerce platform. Geoff delves into the mission behind Ambassador and how it empowers consumers to own their relationships with brands. With over 170 global brands and 20 million active customers on their platform, Geof...

Welcome to another episode of "Mastering the Hustle"! 🎙️ In this edition, we're thrilled to host Adam Lieb, the visionary CEO of Gamesite, for an enlightening conversation that delves deep into the world of gaming and entrepreneurship. From the outset, Adam regales us with his awe-inspiring journey, beginning with his foray into gaming at a tender age and culminating in his groundbreaking role at...

Welcome to the latest episode of the "Master in the Hustle" podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, host Joel Calkins sits down with Tina Nole, the visionary founder of Larj Media, to uncover the secrets behind successful podcast production. Tina, drawing from her extensive background in broadcast journalism, offers a wealth of knowledge on how to navigate the world of podcasting. From understanding the impo...

Dive into the fascinating world of entrepreneurship and gaming with our latest podcast episode featuring Jordan Baker, CEO and co-owner of MoonRock Labs. In this captivating interview, Jordan shares his remarkable journey from the music industry to founding MoonRock. Discover the secrets behind his success as he navigates the challenges of the gaming industry, shares invaluable lessons learned, an...

In this episode, we're excited to host Dan Rogers, the visionary CEO behind WorkP2P. From driving trucks to steering a thriving event management agency, Dan's journey is a testament to resilience and innovation in the face of challenges. Join us as we delve into his entrepreneurial odyssey, exploring how he transformed adversity into opportunity and reshaped the event industry landscape. Get ready...

Join us as we unravel the exhilarating journey of bringing a product to life amidst the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. In this insightful discussion, Kendall lays bare the highs and lows encountered along the path of startup ventures, offering priceless wisdom drawn from personal triumphs and tribulations. From the electrifying rush of a successful product launch to the inevitable se...

Are you ready to embark on a journey of inspiration and entrepreneurial wisdom? Join your host, Joel Calkins, as he dives deep into the dynamic world of creativity and business with the remarkable founder of Flowerpress Creative Studio, Khaiersta English. In this captivating episode, Joel sits down with Khaiersta to unravel her fascinating journey from freelancing to entrepreneurship. Based in the...

Welcome to "Mastering the Hustle" interview series! In this episode, Joel Calkins sits down with Adam Livesay, the founder of Elevat-ITO, an industrial IoT platform revolutionizing heavy machinery management. Adam shares the story of Elevate's inception, tracing back to his previous experience in electronic controls for heavy machinery. Recognizing a gap in the market for remote service tools, Ada...

Dive into the world of entrepreneurship and tech innovation with Joel Calkins as he hosts Russ Whitman, the founder and CEO of Nodesource, in this engaging episode of "Mastering the Hustle." Russ shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur, tracing back to the early days of the internet in '95, and his transition into the dynamic realms of cloud computing, mobile tech, and AI. Listeners will gain...

Ben Stangland, President and Chief Operating Officer discusses leading a partnership and taking the learnings from one business to start another. Joel Calkins Web: https://joelcalkins.focalpointcoaching.com/ Email: jcalkins@focalpointcoaching.com

 Full-length interview with with Athena (Dean) Holtz, Founder of Redemption Press where we discuss her business, the opportunities she sees in the print space and the challenges she as overcome to make it a success. Company Website: www.redemption-press.com  Joel Calkins Web: https://joelcalkins.focalpointcoaching.com/ Email: jcalkins@focalpointcoaching.com

Full-length interview with Andy Zhulenev, CEO of OneForce where we discuss building your business around solving users' needs, reference customers, and the emergence of AI. Company Website: www.oneforce.com Joel Calkins Web: https://joelcalkins.focalpointcoaching.com/ Email: jcalkins@focalpointcoaching.com