Build Stuff. Be Kind.

Jason Allen, co-founder of Offseason, shares his journey of starting his own business and the motivations behind it. He discusses the importance of being true to oneself and following the entrepreneurial path. Jason emphasizes the value of consistency and dedication in building a successful business. He also highlights the significance of working with good people and prioritizing kindness in all aspects of business. Jason and his partner are focused on acquiring positive cash-flowing service-based businesses and building a portfolio of profitable businesses run by good people.

In this episode, Matt Grebosky, head of operations at Nose to Tail, discusses his work and passion for building community. He shares his involvement in Nose to Tail, a direct-to-consumer online business that partners with regenerative ranchers to provide high-quality animal products. Matt also talks about his side project, Base Brands, which aims to connect people with authentic, honest brands. He emphasizes the importance of shared values and intentionality in building a good community.

Sean Flanagan, a commercial real estate developer turned author, shares his journey of writing a children's book titled 'Dad Goes on a Work Trip.' The book was inspired by his need to communicate with his daughters while he was frequently traveling for work. Sean emphasizes the importance of commitment and optimism in the creative process, as well as the role of family and community support. He hopes that the book will resonate with other dads who face similar challenges and provide a tool for communication with their children. Kindness has played a significant role in Sean's success, both in building his community and in his personal growth.

In this episode, Waleed Bekheet, the Founder and CEO of Protagona. Waleed shares his background in engineering and consulting, and how he transitioned into building his own company. He discusses the importance of building a team with complementary skills and creating an environment that allows individuals to stretch and grow. Waleed also emphasizes the significance of understanding individual motivations and utilizing core values to enhance employee engagement and fulfillment. In this conversation, Waleed and Sean discuss the importance of intent and intention in leadership, the different perspectives on winning, and how to motivate different teams. They also explore the idea of building a community rather than just a company, the importance of leaving a legacy, and the role of kindness in success.

In this conversation, Shane, the co-founder and CEO of Boostly, shares his journey of building the company and the evolution it has undergone over the past six and a half years. He emphasizes the importance of personal growth, grit, and a hunger for success as driving forces in his entrepreneurial journey. Shane also discusses the process of defining and codifying Boostly's core values, which include cooking, winning, and growing. These values shape the company's culture and guide their hiring process to align with individuals who share the same growth mentality.

Devyn Gillespie, founder of Main Street Growth Partners, shares his journey from corporate job market to starting his own venture. He emphasizes the importance of being intentional with ROI and valuing every lead that comes in. Devyn believes in the power of partnerships and an abundance mindset, always looking for ways to help others without expecting anything in return. Kindness plays a crucial role in building success, as it fosters positive relationships and creates a desire for collaboration.

In this conversation, William Welser, co-founder and CEO of Lotic, discusses the mission of his company and the importance of understanding one's own story and context. He shares his motivation to help humans gain better insights about themselves through data and how his upbringing in a military family influenced his values. William also talks about the diverse team he has built and the core values they embody. In this conversation, William discusses the importance of water as a symbol of navigating change and the significance of the challenge coin in capturing company values. He highlights the values of curiosity, inclusivity, expertise, purposeful action, dynamism, deliberation, and authenticity.

Ezgi Arslantay, founder of Fucimo, discusses her journey as an entrepreneur and the motivations that led her to start her advertising platform. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and accessibility in her work and how these values shape her company. Ezgi also shares her insights on team building and the qualities she looks for in potential team members. She explains the mission of Fusimo to level the playing field in the advertising space and provide accessibility to advertising knowledge and opportunities. The platform uses AI to create smart media plans for businesses of all sizes. The conversation revolves around the themes of authenticity, accessibility, and the power of networking.

Sean Holladay, co-founder at The Spacestation, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the growth of the Spacestation brand. From starting as a tech startup called Crowd Mics to expanding into influencer marketing, gaming, animation, and investments, Sean and his team have built a diverse portfolio of companies. The partnership between Sean and his co-founder, Shonduras, has been driven by a shared vision and a natural connection. Their focus on building community and providing value has been key to their success. Holladay shares insights on building a team aligned with values, deliberate hiring for culture fit, nurturing relationships and connections, opportunistic expansion and growth, adapting to changing markets and directions, finding gaps and opportunities in the market, creating value and connection in a community, and the long-term impact of kindness.