Small Business Origins

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Welcome to an insightful journey with Heather and Anne from Caliber Leadership Systems. This episode unveils inspiring stories of resilience, heartwarming moments of reconnection, and the daring embrace of the unknown. The conversation underscores the power of support and connection within the entrepreneurial community, emphasizing how even small acts can significantly impact these passionate trai...

Join us for a captivating exploration with Jim Spence of Sports Quest, an innovative organization melding soccer training with faith-based principles. Throughout this profound discussion, Spence illuminates the transformative power of sports and faith in shaping the youth's future, emphasizing the critical role of positive male role models. Dive deeper into the offerings of Sports Quest, from grou...

Discover the inspiring journey of Dr. Kelly Kessler and how she overcame chronic pain and an eating disorder to create Optimal You Health & Wellness. In this conversation with John Kelley, they discuss the importance of mental, emotional, and physical healing, and the unique approach to health and wellness that has transformed the lives of many. As Dr. Kessler says, "What we need to do is be a...

Unveiling the Transformative Power of the Arts: Prepare to be Inspired! In this captivating episode of Small Business Origins, entrepreneur Diane Strand reveals the incredible impact of JDS Creative Academy and how the arts have revolutionized lives. From childhood epiphanies to thriving businesses and awe-inspiring manifestations, this conversation will leave you in awe. Guest Bio: Diane Strand i...

Today's guest shares his passion for helping people manage their finances and how he started his own financial group at a young age. We discuss the importance of communication when working with an agency and deliver advice on what to look for in a good agency. Kimsey also talks about his personal financial goals and how they want to invest in certain companies or people. They're proudly serving cl...

Our Sponsor: Tractor Beverage Company Jessica Millhiser is the sole founder of JMills Consulting where her mission is to help business owners prepare for internal growth which will allow their business scale over time. While Jessica’s independent consulting business is fairly new, she has been working in an operational, administrative and leadership capacity for over 15 years. She also received he...

Proud Sponsor of The Small Business Origins Podcast In this episode, we learn all about Kevin Sherman, CEO of Tractor Beverage Company, as he discusses his experience working in the beverage industry, including creating the first sugar-free beverage for children at a previous company. Listen to his journey to becoming a board member and eventually CEO of Tractor Beverage Company, an organic non-GM...

In this thought-provoking episode, our guest shares an inspiring journey of overcoming life's challenges. From confronting a life-threatening tumor and navigating the journey of recovery, to finishing school, the guest reveals how adversity can be a catalyst for change and resilience. The discussion takes us through the stages of transitioning from being a travel agent to becoming a successful bus...

Join us for a Tomball EDC update for #econdevweek and as we discuss economic development with Kelly and Tiffani, as well as their experiences working in economic development and the importance of growth and progress for a city. They mention their organization's annual report and conferences, as well as the challenges of balancing progress with citizen concerns. They emphasize the importance of sup...

In this episode of Small Business Origins, we interview Jacob Darr with Talent Acquisition Blueprint, a leading recruiting firm that helps companies find top talent. Jacob shares his journey from working in a job he loved but that didn't fulfill his needs, to starting his own business in North Carolina. Discover the ins and outs of executive-level recruitment, the importance of investing in top ta...

On this episode, we discuss the importance of leveraging different channels for sales and marketing efforts, including handwritten notes. Simply Noted is a powerful tool that can be used to send personalized, handwritten notes quickly and easily through their website or by exporting data from a CRM. The notes are created using technology that mimics actual handwriting, making them appear authentic...

In this episode of Small Business Origins, we talk to the founder of Half Baked Goodness, a creative cookie company known for its unique flavors and treats. As we discuss the company's online presence and its nationwide shipping options, the founder also encourages listeners to suggest new flavors. The conversation highlights the significance of homemade treats, plans to expand with more stores, a...

Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions about drugs, specifically the use and sales of legal cannabinoids in Texas. We advise listeners to be cautious about listening around children, as the content may not be appropriate for young audiences. We do not endorse the use of illegal drugs, and any information provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Please use your o...

In this episode, we speak with Matson Breakey to discuss his experience building a customer list for Metal Cloak and promoting it through various channels, the importance of consistency in marketing & podcasting and compare it to the world of television, where getting to 100 episodes leads to syndication. He shares his personal experience with finding ways to make money on the side, including...

In this episode, we sit down with PS Trax, a cloud-based program that automates truck and equipment checks for fire departments and first responder agencies. The program tracks inventory, expiration dates, and narcotics to ensure that departments are not losing money due to expired drugs, or maintenance issues, and assists first responders with daily inventory. We also talk about the importance of...

This episode of the podcast follows the story of a young entrepreneur who was faced with an unexpected challenge when trying to move into a larger warehouse. After being told that the only way to make it happen was to pay a year's rent in advance, which amounted to close to $100,000, he had to find a way to make it happen. He recounts his journey of scraping together change and taking out loans in...

In this episode, John interviews Kate Bradley Chernis, the CEO of Lately AI, about how artificial intelligence can help businesses revolutionize their social media marketing strategies. Kate discusses the challenges businesses face with content creation and how Lately AI can help automate the process by turning content into a variety of social media posts. She also shares tips on how to write cont...

Tune in as we are joined by Alyssa Marshall of Owwlish to discuss the importance of pursuing one's passions and how no-code tools can help individuals invest in their passions without having to worry about the technical aspects of building a course platform. Alyssa shares her experience with creating an online course platform and how she designed it to be user-friendly for those who want to focus...

In this podcast episode, we discuss the importance of finding good leaders and matching them with the right positions, and how that is exactly what Ghost Mountain Executive Search does. Kyle Martin evaluates leaders, companies and positions to ensure a good match. The conversation also touches on personal addictions, such as video games and TikTok, and the value of sharing conversations like this...

How much do we truly know about hypnosis? Should hypnotherapy as an industry be getting more recognition as a proven method of healing? Returning to us today for part two of an intriguing conversation is the Founder of Journeys to Heal, Kristine Ovsepian. Kristine began her life’s journey in Armenia before her parents immigrated to America with hopes of a better life for her and her brother. We bu...

We can all go a little further in life with more effective communication skills. Today’s guest, Brenden Kumarasamy is dedicated to building bulletproof executives through his work as a communication coach. Tune in today to hear why he believes that focus is the one powerful skill that every entrepreneur needs to have, why he doesn’t consider himself a born entrepreneur, and how he came to create c...

As an entrepreneur, you need to know what your services are worth and have the confidence to value them accordingly. Today’s guest is a creative, performer, tutor, and entrepreneur. Nathaniel Dolquist is here to tell us all about his incredible business Groove Prep and today he inspires us to change our lives by knowing our own worth. In this episode, you’ll hear all about Nathaniel’s background,...

One of the most crucial stages of entrepreneurship is having a clear exit strategy in place once your business is booming. Synonymous with the way you’d use a realtor to help sell your house, a business broker is just as effective when it comes to selling your business! Joining us today is entrepreneur extraordinaire and business broker on WebsiteClosers.com, Joseph Pergolizzi. After telling us wh...

Join us for another episode of Small Business Origins where we hear from Travis Lamance of Haven Aero. Travis explains how he moved to Pampa working on aircraft, which exposed a need in the market for booking private flights nationwide. He explains the difference between a first class ticket on a commercial airline versus a private aircraft, noting that smaller aircraft such as King Air or Citatio...