Risk doing something that excites you or do nothing? You know what we think you should do. Also, why being besties with your team might be selfish...Where are my friends though?

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Resources:

Reezy Resells | Food Stamps to Freedom episode: https://apple.co/2sDtHLZ

R.O.A.D. Podcast: https://apple.co/2RVv2Nf

DJ Impulse IG: https://www.instagram.com/djimpulse

DJ Excel IG: https://www.instagram.com/excelagram

Jen Gotch podcast (Therapy episode): https://apple.co/2UfSLEJ

Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby 

How to come up in the game when the odds are stacked against you: Foster care runaway, teenage dad, pushing packs, pirating cartoons and a few really cool shitty jobs. Sound cray? Yeah, we think so too. Peep game.

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Resources:

Real Chris Baca video: https://bit.ly/2SVnczM

Reezy Resells: https://reezyresells.com/

Mike Reezy Youtube channel: https://bit.ly/1QlcxaJ

Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby 

We discuss a handful of books that helped us last year and share ways we've applied them in our lives. Also - thoughts behind office hours, goal-setting, and leading up the chain of command.

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Resources:

Relevant episode: https: https://apple.co/2D1QQxH

happylilmistake by Kristen Hutson

insta: @happy.lil.mistake | shop: https://rdbl.co/2M0Ml9K

James Altucher Podcast: https://jamesaltucher.com/podcasts/

StrengthsFinder: https://bit.ly/2fZnIuO

Books!

Choose Yourself by James Altucher: https://amzn.to/2VAsEd1

How To Be A Boss by Justin Kerr: https://amzn.to/2LVK3IM

How To Write An Email by Justin Kerr: https://bit.ly/2FgqSrR

The Coaching Habit by Michael Stanier: https://amzn.to/2TAax5c

The Road Back to You by Ian Cron: https://iancron.com/books/

The Enneagram Made Easy by Renee Baron + Elizabeth Wagele: https://amzn.to/2H0lOKI

Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink + Leif Babin: https://amzn.to/2QuzcpH

The Dichotomy of Leadership by Jocko Willink + Leif Babin: https://amzn.to/2Ha7vTI

Discipline Equals Freedom by Jocko Willink: https://amzn.to/2H0ooR1

Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby 

What do cream cheese frosting and brining your own steak to Christmas dinner have in common? This plus all of life's other hard questions finally answered. You're welcome.

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Resources:

1&1s | Kristen | Cat & Cloud Coffee Podcast: https://apple.co/2TjE3MA

Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby 

Chris, Jared and Charles head to the hot springs to get dialed for 2019! They reflect on the importance of values alignment for business partners, open and honest communication, and the necessity in taking time to plan. We'll take a peek into personal and professional challenges that preceded opening Cat & Cloud Coffee and how those helped shape the owner's and company into what they are today.

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Resources:

"Guatemalan Bungalo Party" pod episode: https://apple.co/2EPd2gN

The Coaching Habit: https://bit.ly/2RTZ7sM

Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby 

The Sprudgie Awards + Voting Ballot: https://sprudge.com/sprudgies

We we're nominated for a few Sprudgie Awards! Chris and Alex shed some light on they ways they plan for speeches and videos, then dive into the downsides of direct comparisons and importance of constructive feedback flowing both ways, both down and up the chain of command.

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Resources:

The Sprudgie Awards + Voting Ballot: https://sprudge.com/sprudgies

Coffee Professionals Skate Deck: https://bit.ly/2Br1GLE

The SproCast: https://apple.co/2R77mod

Jen Gotch insta: @jengotch

Matt D'Avella: http://mattdavella.com/

Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby 

Jared doesn't miss his appendix, Chris hates hospitals, and the two reflect on major "aha" moments in their respective leadership journeys and explore the opportunity in saying "No."

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Resources:

The Coaching Habit / Box of Crayons: https://bit.ly/2RTZ7sM

It Doesn't Have To Be Crazy at Work: https://basecamp.com/books/calm

Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby 

What happens when a wholesale partner thousands of miles away flies in and speaks at your staff meeting? Sh**t pops off that's what. The crew at g&gbmore pair amazing breakfast sandwiches and coffee with high energy hospitality that's infectious and inspiring. Their contact email is [email protected], need we say more?

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G&G! : gandgbmore.com

Former World Barista Champion James Hoffmann has been commenting on the modern specialty coffee movement since 2004 and shows no signs of stopping now. He talks with Baca about tipping culture, sustainable and equitable green buying, wholesale coffee, big specialty coffee buyouts, and more. So many gems in this one - enjoy!

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James Hoffmann YouTube: https://bit.ly/2gekpSj

World Atlas Of Coffee: http://www.theworldatlasofcoffee.com/

Chris Baca Video Interview with James: https://bit.ly/2QileLJ

Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby 

Being an effective leader isn't always what we imagine it to be. How can we use our own seemingly negative personality traits to our advantage to teach, learn, and grow? How can we practice what we ingest? Baca and JT unpack it for you.

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Podcast Info and Contact: www.catandcloud.com/podcast 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ 

Webstore: www.catandcloud.com/ 

Roasters Choice Subscription: www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions 

Wholesale Partners: Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale

Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first.

Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations.

Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby