In this episode of the Business Coffee Hour with William Garay Jr., William talks about how focusing on finances can lead to financial freedom and success in leadership. He shares his personal experience of struggling with finances and drowning in debt, and how he turned his life around by following Dave Ramsey's baby steps plan. William believes that having a budget is important, yet 50% of Americans don't follow one. He also discusses the difference between good debt and bad debt and explains why he differs from Ramsey's philosophy on all debt being bad. He stresses the importance of talking about money and being aware of where it's going, saying that rich people talk about money while poor people don't. By following his financial plan, William has achieved his dream of financial freedom and now shares his journey to inspire others to do the same. 

In this episode of the Business Coffee Hour with William Garay Jr., the focus is on work-life balance and its importance in achieving success and leadership. The host begins by discussing the challenges faced when trying to balance work and personal life, and how being fully present in all aspects of life can lead to improved mental health, stability, and productivity. William emphasizes the need to manage time effectively, set expectations, and regularly check in with oneself and loved ones to ensure that work does not consume one's life. By aligning one's passion with their work, it becomes easier to represent one's whole self, both at home and in the workplace. The host shares his personal experiences as an entrepreneur and leader, and the measures he takes to achieve work-life balance. He also discusses how to overcome the common challenges and stresses that come with balancing work and personal life. Tune in to learn more about how to find balance and lead a successful and fulfilling life, both at work and at home. 

In this episode of Business Coffee Hour with William Garay Jr., we explore the importance of goal setting for achieving success and developing leadership skills. Goals allow us to have a set of plans and directions to get to where we want to be, and it's crucial to celebrate every step along the way. William dives into different methods of goal setting, including the SMART goal framework, objectives and key results (OKRs), and big, hairy audacious goals (BHAGs). He also shares his favorite definition of success. The key is to give yourself time and space to dream and get creative, as well as to stay disciplined and consistent in achieving your goals. Tune in to learn how to set yourself up for success as a leader and entrepreneur through effective goal setting. 

In this episode of Business Coffee Hour, host William Garay Jr. explores the importance of morning routines for both personal and professional success. Drawing on his own experiences and scientific research, William emphasizes how establishing a morning routine can set individuals up for success by helping them take charge of their day and reduce decision fatigue. He also discusses how successful people are more likely to have a morning routine and how it can contribute to greater job satisfaction and healthier habits. Through this discussion, William highlights the significance of leadership in shaping one's own routine and creating a positive impact in both personal and professional endeavors. 

Welcome to the Business Coffee Hour, the podcast where we explore the human side of entrepreneurship and leadership over a cup of coffee. Our host is an Army veteran, small business owner, and change agent who believes in self-awareness and self-development for personal and professional growth. Subscribe and listen, as we chat with local business owners and community leaders sharing stories of resilience, change, and growth. Whether you’re starting a business or leading others, discover valuable insights and practical advice achieving success to drive growth and change as a leader.