The Entrepreneurial Journey

This week, Dave and Pastor David Lundquist welcome Shane Dougherty, Associate Director of New Heart Foundation, and a Coach and graduate of New Heart Place, a residential live-in recovery program offering twenty-four hour, personalized, spiritual formation, emotional wholeness, nutrition and fitness and vocational readiness. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airin...

This week, Dave welcomes Alex Ramirez, President of Collienar Group, for a wide-ranging conversation about what it means to be an entrepreneur in the 21st century. From the challenges of maintaining culture with remote workers, to the breakneck speed of technological advances, and the importance of community with other entrepreneurs, Dave and Alex fly through all these topics and many more. Join u...

Jeremy Ames is passionate about small businesses. As a founder and serial entrepreneur, he's got plenty of experiences that fuel his passion. Dave, Todd Chapman, and Jeremy's experiences as an entrepreneur and talk about the philosophy of "possibilism." Join us! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedI...

Join Dave as he talks with Alex Golimbievsky, a seasoned Coach, Consultant, and Speaker. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur seeking to scale your business or an established leader looking to enhance your organization's bottom line, this episode is your guide to unlocking the power of strategic partnerships. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15...

On this week's episode, Dave is joined by Pastor David Lundquist from mBridge Global, as well as Melanie Barwick, Program Director, and Jennifer Rhodes, Recovery Advocate, to talk about the incredible work being done at Haven at Blue Creek, a 24-hour nonprofit facility for women established for the purpose of shelter care and recovery from alcohol or other drug addiction. To donate to Haven at Blu...

What is an "autonomous organization?" Today, we're excited to welcome Philip Bredsguard, President of Æstus and Liber Forum, to break down what it means to be an autonomous organization. Join us LIVE! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn profiles, and available ahead of your Thursday morning commu...

Building a Borderless Team | The Entrepreneurial Journey As more and more companies move to providing 24/7/365 support and expand their businesses to markets across the globe, building teams that can respond and react quickly is more important than ever. But how do you source team members globally while ensuring it's done in an ethical and equitable manner. On this episode, Dave welcomes David Nil...

For your business to be scalable and sustainable, entrepreneurs need to focus on a number of variables. Building your organization with a clear structure and succinct processes ensures that your people know what to expect and what's expected of them. This week, Dave welcomes David Gallagher, Principal at Spiritus Business Advisors, to share their experiences with building companies that thrive. "T...

As an entrepreneur, there's many things to consider when your company starts making money. Having a financial planner as a trusted advisor is key to ensuring that your assets are protected, and that your money is working for you to achieve your goals. This week's guest is Aaron Terwedo, (ChFC®, FPQP®, NSSA®), Vice President of Financial Planning for TFS Advisors. From starting your company to reti...

This week, Dave welcomes Pastor David Lundquist from mBridge, and Isaiah Parker from Y2Believe, whose mission is to "prepare students to winsomely articulate a rational basis for the Christian faith, supported by evidence for the existence of God and reliability of the Scriptures." "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, F...

What does it look like to start from a single retail cellphone store and grow it into a multi-state, 1500+ location business? This week we are thrilled to welcome Rich Balot, Founder of Victra, Verizon’s largest exclusive premium retailer. In a wide-ranging conversation, Dave and Todd talk to Rich about his journey and the importance of philanthropy. This is a can't miss episode! "The Entrepreneur...

In 2024, it's not enough to simply market your new business, you need to understand how to market yourself. On this week's episode, Dave welcomes Marina Byezhanova, Co-Founder of BRAND OF A LEADER, whose purpose is to help entrepreneurs realize and express their greatness. Join us LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PS...

Our society has become more and more litigious over the years, and protecting yourself legally is incredibly important. From writing contracts and offers, to taking care of legal issues that entrepreneurs encounter, having legal representation ready to help when you need it is pivotal. On this week's episode, Dave is joined by Bill Kessler, attorney and the Chair of the Litigation Group for Beresf...

This week's episode is a special one. Dave is thrilled to welcome Skylar Lewis, Founder and CEO of Rise Up Kings, a company dedicated to empowering men and women to reach their full potential in all aspects of their lives by leveling up the RUK 4 Pillars: Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance. Join us for this exciting podcast! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airi...

Blind spots - everyone has them. Whether it's a result of internal or unconscious biases, inexperience, overconfidence, or a myriad of other factors, overcoming them can become a challenge. On this week's podcast, Dave is joined by Business Coach & Trainer, Dave Molenda, to discuss how you can recognize your own blind spots and give you tools to mitigate them. Join us LIVE! "The Entrepreneuria...

Today's economy is as volatile as ever, which is why it's vital to know how to secure your assets and investments, or even pivot entirely, if an inevitable downturn occurs. On this episode of the podcast, Dave is joined by Boris Desancic, Founder and Senior Partner at Ascent Wealth Strategies, for an engaging conversation about what every entrepreneur should be doing NOW to prepare for the future....

There could be a number of reasons on your entrepreneurial journey where the time comes to let go of what you've built and move on from it. But how do you prepare for that moment, and what should you be doing even now for that potential opportunity? On this week's episode, Dave and Todd break down some of the steps you should be taking before you decide to sell your business. Can't wait for you to...

One of the most important thing an entrepreneur must do is learn the skill of maintaining and retaining your customer base after you've earned their business. On this episode, Dave welcomes Ruben Diaz from The Diaz Group, to discuss what they have learned about client retention, how attitude can shape culture, and much more. We hope you'll join us for this great conversation! And make sure to inte...

On this special Christmas episode of The Entrepreneurial Journey Podcast, Dave is welcomes David Lundquist, Director of mBridge Global to talk about the importance of giving during the holidays. From personal stories to insightful anecdotes, plus plenty of laughter, this episode has it all. Join us in the comments! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at...

Welcome to our Christmas Special. Dave and Todd talk about managing teams around the holiday season and the importance of continuing to provide excellent service to your clients during the Christmas week. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn profiles, and available ahead of your Thursday morning c...

Many of the most important inventions and advances in technology have come from a spirit of entrepreneurship and a willingness to ask, "How can I create something to solve this problem or make this better?" On this week's podcast, Dave welcomes Mike Bott, Founding Partner at Clashmore Ventures and co-owner of Frost Solutions. Throughout Mike's career, he has helped launch and invest in new venture...

On this Giving Tuesday, Dave is excited to welcome Justin Winterhalter, Executive Director of Hope Unlimited, to the podcast. Hope Unlimited is a non-profit organization providing chaplain services and anti-human trafficking awareness and prevention information for communities in North Snohomish County, Camano Island, and south Skagit County areas of Washington State. We hope you will join us LIVE...

Being an entrepreneur is challenging almost every day of the year, so setting aside time to pause and reflect on what you are thankful for is important for you, your team, as well as your family and loved ones. Join Dave and Todd Chapman for a special episode of The Entrepreneurial Journey Podcast. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on...

Along your entrepreneurial journey, there will be a time when you will likely need to expand and grow both your staff and facilities, but knowing when and how can be a challenge. Today, Dave welcomes Blake Brannon, Owner of Hartford Truck Equipment, who is currently expanding again. Join us LIVE for this event, and feel free to engage with us in the comments during the show! "The Entrepreneurial J...

They say, "It's no good to go it alone," and that's especially true for business. Creating a "better together" culture is pivotal to success. This week, Dave welcomes Martin Tirado, CEO of SIMA )Snow & Ice Management Association). Join us LIVE! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn profiles, an...