Unique Genius

In this episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius , I sit down with Nicholas Stainsby—fourth-generation window cleaner, entrepreneur, musician, and visionary business owner—for a rich conversation about legacy, reinvention, and rewriting the equation of your life. From humble beginnings in Canada to now running a thriving multi-service business, Nick shares the challenges and joy of carrying forward a...

In this fun and fast-moving episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius , I welcome back my friend Dan Plata—bookkeeping boss, beer enthusiast, and co-creator of Service Rolodex—for a conversation that covers everything from business growth and mastermind magic to workout fails and deer hunting dreams. We talk about how unexpected conversations can change your trajectory (as Dan did for mine), what make...

In this lively episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius , I’m joined once again by my co-host and partner-in-life-and-business JC Chanowsky for a jam-packed conversation on business growth, event takeaways, and how virtual teams can completely transform your life. We talk about the booming opportunity in Christmas light installation, the energy of the upcoming Huge Convention and Sales Boost Live, an...

In this episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I sit down with Marvin Salcido—multi-business owner, home service powerhouse, and two-time Inc. 5000 recipient—for an honest, motivating conversation about resilience, reinvention, and relentless growth. From rebuilding his landscaping company after walking away from a previous partnership to launching Salcido Home Solutions, Marvin shares the gritty...

In this deeply honest and heart-centered episode, I sit down with my dear friend and fellow author, Kori Reed, for a powerful conversation on curiosity, courage, gender, and what it means to take a stand. From our early connection as “Dance Moms” to writing our books side-by-side, Kori shares the inspiration behind her new release Men in the Middle , a groundbreaking exploration of gender dynamics...

In this powerful and fun episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius , I sit down with Brant Thurgood—co-founder of Jill’s Office—to dive into the realities of business, marriage, and scaling with purpose. From building a virtual receptionist company that supports thousands of home service businesses to leading alongside his wife, Autumn, Brant brings wisdom, humor, and raw honesty to the conversation....

In this empowering episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius , I sit down with Jon Karmazyn—founder, speaker, coach, and visionary entrepreneur—to trace his journey from cleaning siding on his house to building a multi-location exterior cleaning company and a thriving leadership team. What started with a Craigslist ad and a broken pressure washer evolved into a purpose-driven company, a powerful leade...

In this powerhouse episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius , I sit down with Danny Lehr—former PE teacher turned entrepreneur, gym owner, co-founder of Caffeine & Kilos, and now author—to explore what happens when you say yes to bold ideas and follow your energy. From building one of the most recognized brands in fitness to co-owning a thriving gym, Danny shares the real behind-the-scenes story...

In this energizing episode, I sit down with Shawn Day—serial entrepreneur, leadership expert, and co-founder of Hire Lead Chill —for a powerful conversation about the people side of business. From building and selling multiple companies to transforming the way service businesses recruit and retain top talent, Shawn shares what it really takes to lead with intention, hire with clarity, and build a...

In this moving and inspiring episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I sit down with Spencer Hardin—firefighter-turned-entrepreneur and co-founder of First Response Pressure Washing and Louisville Illumination—for a raw and powerful conversation about courage, community, and choosing to rise. After being diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome and losing the ability to walk, talk, and eat, Spencer f...

In this deep and transformative episode, I sit down with Eric Kelly—veteran, entrepreneur, integrator, and powerful truth-teller—for a vulnerable and candid conversation about leadership, identity, transition, and radical self-honesty. From stepping out of a successful home service business to embracing a 3.0 version of himself, Eric shares what it really means to lead from a place of clarity, cou...

"In this packed episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I’m joined by Dan Fleisher, co-founder of HireBus, to explore one of the biggest growth barriers for business owners: people. Whether you’re struggling with hiring, unclear roles, or a team that just doesn’t quite click, this conversation breaks down the real reason most businesses hit a wall—it’s not marketing, systems, or sales… it’s people....

In this bold and energizing episode, I sit down with Clay Neisel—entrepreneur, visionary, and founder of Legacy Lights—to talk about what it really takes to leave everything behind, start over in a new city, and chase a bigger version of your life. From pressure washing to real estate to holiday lighting, Clay shares how he’s built multiple businesses by staying coachable, embracing risk, and refu...

In this special episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I’m joined once again by Curt Kempton—entrepreneur, speaker, and co-creator of the Wealthy Winter event—to talk about the season so many home service business owners dread… winter. Whether you’re facing a seasonal slowdown or struggling to stay profitable when demand dips, this conversation dives into what it looks like to not just survive win...

In this raw and empowering episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I welcome back my longtime friend and powerhouse leader Chelsey. Together, we dive deep into what it really means to enter a new season of winning—not from a place of proving, pain, or pressure—but from peace, joy, and authentic alignment. We reflect on how we both used to chase wins as a form of validation or distraction, and how w...

In this episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I sit down again with my friend and fellow entrepreneur Trevor Steel—owner of Clean Image Pressure Washing and Steele Realty—for a real, behind-the-scenes conversation on the season of recalibration. As we kick off the new year, Trevor shares why he’s focused on going back to the basics: refining operations, reviewing financials, and building systems...

In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius , I sit down with someone very close to my heart—my daughter, Hildy—for a raw and honest conversation about life, leadership, courage, and growing up with an entrepreneur mom. From managing a restaurant team at just 21 to jumping out of airplanes and traveling solo to Hawaii, Hildy shares her unique perspective on navigating ear...

Welcome to "Unleash your Courage where we dive deep into the intersection of recruitment, leadership, and business growth in the home services industry. In this episode, Angela Schroeder sits down with Shawn Day, co-founder of "Hire, Lead and Chill," to explore recruitment strategies, the importance of company culture, and the parallels between marketing and hiring. Shawn, with nearly two decades...

In this episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius , I sit down again with my friend and fellow entrepreneur Trevor Cowart—owner of Clean Image Pressure Washing and Steele Realty—for a real, behind-the-scenes conversation on the season of recalibration . As we kick off the new year, Trevor shares why he’s focused on going back to the basics: refining operations, reviewing financials, and building syste...

In this fun and inspiring episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I sit down once again with JC Chanowsky—entrepreneur, leader, and speaker—as we talk all things Sales Boost, courage, community, and yes… pizza. Broadcasting live from Boulder, Colorado, JC joins me for a candid conversation about what makes this upcoming Sales Boost event so powerful and why finding your tribe is the ultimate cataly...

Join us for this special and final episode of the "Unleash Your Courage" podcast as we prepare for an exciting transition to our new show, "Unleash Your Unique Genius!" In this episode, we explore the power of focusing on your unique genius, the art of delegation, and how virtual assistants can streamline your business operations. Packed with empowering insights and a sneak peek into what’s coming...

In this episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I’m joined by two powerhouse guests, Jon Szafran and Oscar Wimshurst, who share their incredible entrepreneurial journeys and offer a roadmap for business owners to work smarter, not harder. We explore how technology and automation can transform your business, improve work-life balance, and free up time for high-impact activities. Jon, a home service...

In this episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I sit down with Matt Hyden, President of Clippa, to uncover the incredible opportunities in the Christmas light installation industry. With over 8,000 members in Clippa, Matt shares how this niche business can generate massive income during the holiday season and beyond. We talk about ClippaCon, the must-attend event happening May 3-5 in San Diego, pa...

In this episode of Unleash Your Unique Genius, I team up with Martha Woodward to explore the highs and challenges of starting and running a cleaning business. We dive into the importance of quality management systems, the power of networking, and how tracking customer satisfaction and employee performance can transform your business. Martha shares her insights on hosting the upcoming Quality Drive...