The Cookies & Coffee Podcast (with Cale & Maggie Owen)

"People Always Remember The Way You Leave" - Following Last week's episode on Maggie's decision to leave the company, in this episode we're diving into what it really means to leave well. Whether you're thinking about leaving a role or managing a team through change, tune in because we're going to give you some insight into how to do that effectively without burning bridges.   Welcome to Cookies a...

We're taking seperate paths…at work. Maggie's stepping away from Gains after 6+ years, and it's the first time since 2015 that we won't be working together. In this special episode we're going to talk more in-depth on how she made this decision, what led to it and what's to come for Maggie in the future.   P.S. Don't worry, we're still going to keep doing this podcast.   Welcome to Cookies and Cof...

Feeling out of the loop? Well, you're not alone. In this random episode we keep it light hearted and dive into Gen Z slang, from "NPC" and "rizz" to "delulu", we try to decipher it all. At the end we close it off with a quick "Who Is More Likely To Do XYZ" game. Guess you could say this episode is…"bussin"?   Welcome to Cookies and Coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, ch...

We've decided to do something different this time around so we sat down for a round of "Would You Rather" with questions regarding parenting and business to see where our perspectives align (or don't).   Welcome to Cookies and Coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three, but use them to compliment each other and thrive in all areas...

Are you willing to keep running without knowing where the finish line is? That's what challenging seasons in life require, but that doesn't mean that you have to delay enjoyment and happiness for the next "easier" season. In this one we're going to talk about navigating challenging times, adapting time schedules accordingly and the importance of enjoying the process even if the path ahead is uncle...

As the years go by and seasons change, so do our values and priorities. In this one we're diving into how our perspectives on money, marriage and success have evolved and what it takes to stay aligned as a couple through different seasons.   Welcome to Cookies and Coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three, but use them to complim...

If you're a business owner, things will get tough and there is going to be a time where you just have to put your head down and do whatever it takes. This is a situation we're currently in, so in this episode we're going to talk about working long hours, the sacrifices and the mindset shifts required to move the business forward in this demanding phase.   Welcome to Cookies and Coffee where we tal...

You make thousands of decisions every single day and you're not even aware of it. A lot of these small decisions you make are wasting your energy and serve as a distraction from the important ones. In this episode we're focusing on cutting out all that noise, sticking to the plan and getting the highest ROI on your time.   Welcome to Cookies and Coffee where we talk about the struggles of business...

If you've set the right goals and have the right strategy but you're still not getting the outcome you want in your business, the bottleneck is your team. For an employee to be successful in their role, it is absolutely crucial that they have the right guidelines and massive clarity on what success in their role actually looks like. This is where scorecards come into play and the great thing is, t...

Time to look ahead and set a roadmap for success in 2025. We'll be sharing the framework we use for setting goals (desired superior outcomes) and diving into personal challenges, mindset shifts and key changes we're making in 2025. It's going to be a great year!   Welcome to Cookies and Coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three,...

We're back, it's been a while! In order to level up in 2025, it's important to reflect on the year behind us and spot the areas that can be improved. So, today we're unpacking the biggest lessons we learned in 2024 both in our personal and professional lives, sharing the wins, struggles and the growth that came with it all.   Welcome to Cookies and Coffee where we talk about the struggles of busin...

Running a 30 million dollar portfolio, i've made more mistakes than I can count..  As cliche as it sounds the way we've been able to make the most progress is by analyzing each mistake and using it to grow and avoid further mistakes. My goal for this episode is to just tell you about my mistakes so that hopefully you can learn the lesson without getting the scar.   Welcome to cookies and coffee wh...

How great leadership can unlock your employees' full potential. Learn how the right leadership approach can inspire your team, boost productivity, and help your business thrive. Welcome to cookies and coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three, but use them to compliment eachother and thrive in all areas.   Cookies and Coffee - Ma...

There are seasons in everyones life that can make it easier or harder to priortize things that are outside of that specific season. In this episode we go over how to manage family, marriage and daily habbits while being in a complete hustle season with work. Welcome to cookies and coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three, but us...

One of our clients recently asked us how to become a good leader. And this question had me really thinking about every step that I take daily to lead my team.  Welcome to cookies and coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three, but use them to compliment eachother and thrive in all areas. Follow Cale and Maggie on socials  https://...

Prioritizing your marriage over your children doesnt mean neglecting your kids, It means focusing on the foundation of the entire household: the marriage.  The strength of the marriage is usually the strength of the household and the example for the children. Welcome to cookies and coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three, but u...

It is NOT your job to be soley responsible for your spouses happiness. Happiness should come independantly.    Welcome to cookies and coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three, but use them to compliment eachother and thrive in all areas.   0:00 - Intro 0:47 - Best way to support spouse 2:52 - Communication Pt 1 6:30 - Recognizin...

Cookies & Coffee - Saying "No"  0:00 - Intro 1:20 - Saying "No" more than "Yes" 3:54 - Having a big enough 'Why' 4:34 - Care more about your vision 6:40 - More power in "No" 7:57 - Time studying and delegation

It  is  possible to over systemize your team and turn them to robots. Today Cale (@caleowen) and Maggie (@Maggsowen) break down how to hire A+ players, and how to make sure theyre thriving under your work enviornment rather then being suppressed because of it.    Welcome to cookies and coffee where we talk about the struggles of business, marriage, children and how to not only balance the three, b...

They shouldn't have to be "hard" conversations. Feedback is what most A players are usually looking for  feedback in order to improve and be better at whatever it is they're trying to do.   Today Cale (@caleowen) and Maggie (@maggsowen) dive into how to have "hard" conversations and how to conduct them in a way that supports growth rather then trying to insult somebody Welcome to cookies and coffe...

Do you know how much your team meetings are actually costing your company? Today Cale (@caleowen) and Maggie (@maggsowen) dive into how to have more efficient team meetings, how to keep everyone on the team alligned in the meetings and if the meeting is even worthwhile to have.  Welcome to cookies and coffee where we talk about the struggles of business marriage, children and how to not only balan...

Social media can be a cesspool of disturbing information. This week, Cale and Maggie came across a shocking statistic that Gen Z is bringing their parents to job interviews and screening calls. Dive into the discussion of how hands-on parents should be in their children's lives, and the realistic expectations employees should have around work life balance.  

There's a lot that goes into hiring a new employee at Gym Launch, Prestige Labs, and GymOwners.com. As VP of Operations, Maggie Owen has a wealth of experience knowing when to hire, who to hire, and how the hiring process should go. Maggie, and CEO Cale Owen, are sharing how they create a thriving culture across the portfolio.

With two kids under 10 home for the summer, the juggling act of high level executives and parents just got a bit more interesting. This week Cale and Maggie were asked by a 7-figure gym owner, how they balance parenting and business when the kids are home. They're sharing their tips to enjoy summer with the kids while continuing to push the businesses forward.

The best way to get sh*t done is by getting everyone on your team to make better, and faster decisions. Cale and Maggie are sharing how they're prepping their teams to think of second, and third order consequences when making decisions that will affect the entire team. Take a listen to the questions Cale asks, and the frameworks he follows to get to the root cause of a problem and facilitate a dec...