The Entrepreneurial Journey

Every last Tuesday of the month, The Entrepreneurial Journey Podcast turns its focus to a non-profit that is changing the world. Dave is excited to welcome Beth Kovarik, Executive Director of LIfe House Ministries, an organization dedicated to meeting the needs of single moms affected by domestic violence, teen pregnancy, homelessness or loss of a spouse. Join us LIVE for this special event! "The...

One thing that can often get missed when starting a new business venture is coming up with a clear set of SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and processes that help you and your team know and understand how things should be done, as well as the standards these processes and procedures should be held to. On this podcast, Dave will give you some SOPs to help you create your own SOPs! Join us LIVE,...

Being a founder, owner, or CEO is not for the faint of heart. It takes grit and determination. But, if asked to sit down and write a job description for what it is that you do day-in and day-out in that position, it can be challenging to do. On this episode, Dave walks through some essential bullet points that define the role of a CEO. Hope you can join us LIVE for this event! "The Entrepreneurial...

What types of businesses thrive in urban areas? Suburban areas? Rural areas? How can you set yourself apart for success in these specific demographics or other regions? Today, Dave is excited to welcome Dan Eernissee, Director of Economic Development for the City of Everett, Washington to talk about this and more. We hope you can join us live for this event! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave...

Having reliable equipment, systems, and equipment is pivotal to running a successful business. On this week's episode, Dave welcomes Billy Blough, National Accounts Sales Manager for Douglas Dynamics, to talk about the importance of identifying what makes something - or someone - dependable. Join us LIVE this Tuesday morning at 9:15 a.m. PST! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a we...

On this week's podcast, Dave is welcomed by a very special guest, Matt McLaughlin, Director of Development at Dawson Place Child Advocacy Center. Dawson Place CAC is a safe place where abused children and non-offending family members can come for safety, justice, and healing. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, Faceboo...

You've cold-called, you've sent an email with a perfectly targeted message, you've mailed beautiful marketing collateral, and still...crickets. The question is, how do you get through to the right person - the decision makers - when trying to reach a potential client? On this episode, Dave is joined by Todd Chapman to discuss just that. Join us LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST! And a special thanks to Shawn...

It's been a while, but Dave is happy to welcome Dave Vetter, Senior Vice President at Transblue, back to the podcast to talk about something they're both passionate about: SNOW SALES! Be ready to join us LIVE this Tuesday! "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...

Say you have a revenue goal, and need to know what it's going to cost to get there. Then this podcast is the one for you. Dave walks you through the process of pricing out lead generation pipelines, sales team salaries, the cost of the bidding process, and everything in between. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, Face...

This week's guest is Dorcus Noble (and her husband John), founder of Dee's Hope/Dorcus' Hope for Girls Foundation, a nonprofit organization helping orphaned girls and girls in need in Uganda to have a better life by giving them education, food and shelter. "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 prof...

Dave is thrilled to welcome Melanie Towey, Professional EOS Implementer®, to this week's podcast to talk about the power of using systems to help you and your business "clarify, simplify, and achieve your vision." "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...

This week, we are thrilled to have Liz Stenning, Executive Director of the Downtown Everett Association, engage with us on partnerships between businesses and cities for mutual growth and success. You can reach out to Liz via the DEA website ( https://downtowneverettwa.org/ ) or send her a note at liz.stenning@downtowneverettwa.org. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podca...

Balancing building a business and time with your family can be a challenge. Today, Dave talks from Ponte Vedra, Florida where he is attending the SIMA Leadership Forum with his family, and shares some valuable tips on how you can prioritize family time while on your entrepreneurial journey. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's Y...

Feeling stuck in your role or feel like everyone around you in your business circle has more knowledge and skills than you in certain areas? This week, Dave talks about ways you can level up your entrepreneurial journey by expanding your skill set through training, education, and other learning opportunities. We hope you'll join us LIVE for this week's podcast! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Da...

On this episode, Dave welcomes business coach Paul A. Perez, PCC, CWPM, Founder of Accelerated Breakthrough, as well as Pastor David Lundquist, to talk about what it means for an entrepreneur to build something that holds true to their values and leave a lasting legacy and impact. "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, Fa...

On this episode of the podcast, Dave is very excited to welcome fellow SIMA Board Member Jeff Heller, CSP, PFP, to the show. Jeff is the President of Innovative Maintenance Solutions, and a Profit First Consultant for The Green Executive©. This discussion covers why understanding concepts like cash flow management, profit margins, ROIs, financial planning, and so much more are vital to being a suc...

In uncertain financial times, how can you best hedge yourself from unexpected losses or changes in the marketplace? This is one of the most challenging thing an entrepreneur or business owner can face, especially when even legacy brands can fall on hard times - or fail completely. In this week's episode, Dave shares real-life experiences from his 20+ years in business and offers advice on how to m...

On today's podcast, Dave is going to take us all the way back to the beginning of the journey: coming up with the right business idea and where to start. He discusses the 3 ways you can start your business, the processes to put in place to set yourself up for success, and some great tips on vetting your business idea. We hope you'll join us for this Fourth of July event! This podcast is hosted by...

In today's episode, Jeff Laurence, Owner & President of JL Remodeling joins Dave and Pastor David Lundquist to talk about creating a philanthropic culture within their businesses, encouraging their entire team to be involved with causes and service projects that impact communities locally and worldwide. They discuss how giving back - or giving forward - has not only changed the way they do bus...

In this episode, Dave is joined by Todd Chapman (VP of Franchising at Transblue) as they delve into the trials and tribulations of entrepreneurship, drawing parallels to owning a professional sports team. From the emotional rollercoaster of losing contracts and laying off employees to the high stakes of choosing the right players for your team, they share personal experiences and valuable lessons...

What does "having grit" mean to you? On The Entrepreneurial Journey this week, Dave is very happy to welcome Chris Pegnia, the Chief Visionary Officer of Busy Beaver Lawn and Garden, to talk about pushing through the challenges that all business owners face. Sign up for email reminders! Dave's LinkedIn [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-wescott/ ] Dave's Twitter [ https://twitter.com/davidwescott...