What makes us become the people we become?  How do we discover our difference and truly embrace our authentic selves?

These are the stories that made me and developed the Grit needed to become a Difference Maker...the Raw & Vulnerable nothing is held back in this episode of Coffee & Grit.  I have to admit I may have blacked out in the studio as I railed through this marathon episode, because listening back I thought "Oh shit do I really want to share all that?!"   

This episode is dedicated to overcoming our pasts, no matter how much they sucked, moving forward & shedding the victim mentality, and how our trauma from our youth forms us into the adults we are today.   The question is which wolf are you choosing to feed?  We do GET A CHOICE!

Through these stories served as data with soul learn the secret to Becoming The Difference in sales and leadership, how a surprising email from a boss changed my life, and tthat there's nothing you can't overcome with Grit & Authenticity.

Tune in to this great episode, and don't forget to like and subscribe.

Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
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Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Time to jump into the Growth Zone both literally and figuratively as I sit down with returning guest Trisha Turner, Owner and Landscape Designer at Turner Design Group for a raw and inspiring conversation.

This episode dives into the reality of running a business with your name on the truck and the passion that fuels her success. On this entrepreneurial journey Trisha shares some of the sacrifices she’s made (like those tuna fish dinners) to get what she wants out of life, and the opportunities she seized to grow. 

Tune in for a lively conversation between two friends, fellow Gemini, and entrepreneurs about planting dreams and building a business from the ground up!

If you found inspiration within this episode please share it with a friend! 

Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931



Guest Links
Turner Design Group provides complete landscape design and planning services to Mid-Michigan and surrounding areas. Serving both residential and commercial clients, we offer everything from landscape design and architecture to installation and maintenance.


Website: TurnerDesignMI.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TurnerDesignGroup/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turnerdesigngroupmi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/turner-design-group/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TurnerDesignMI

Numbers aren't scary, and you don't have to be a slave to your business.

These are 2 myths that are busted this week on Coffee and Grit as James Lippens, Fractional CFO & Founder pf Mill Town Consulting, joins us to share how we can be intentional with building our business to create a life that truly makes us happy. 

In this highly engaging conversation we also talk about:

• Being miserable in the corporate world & finding a way to escape
• Accounting & Accountability
• Valuable lessons learned through entrepreneurship
• Building a brand you are proud of
• Passion for empowering Main St American and Mill Towns

Make sure you visit Mill Town Consulting's website, and if you live near Dexter, swing into Lily's Place Boutique and pick up some great gifts and apparel.

Don't forget to like and subscribe!


Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Guest Links
Mill Town Consulting: https://www.milltownconsulting.com/
Lily's Place Dexter: https://www.lilysplacedexter.com/
Lily's Place IG: https://www.instagram.com/lilysplacedexter/
Lily's Place FB: https://www.facebook.com/dexterlilysplace/

We never know what people are going through.  While my friend Shasta was consistently being named by her peers as the person they most looked up to, she was mired in a rough marriage, depression, and anxiety that left her crying in the shower in the morning askingi herself "why am I so stupid?"

Listen in as Shasta Grifka, Community Relations Coordinator at WAVE (Western Washtenaw Area Value Express) shares her personal journey to defining her happiness, personal growth, finding true love, raising leaders, and truly Becoming The Person That People See. 

As an added bonus they also discuss the WAVE bus, a Difference Making organization that provides transportation for the community at large. As always, don't forget to like and subscribe, and enjoy the show!


Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Guest Links
WAVE Website: https://ridethewavebus.org/
Facebook: @thewavebus
Instagram: @thewavebus
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/shasta.grifka
Email: [email protected]

Grab a cup of Lions Breath coffee and prepare to get grounded...okay okay electrical pun and dad joke aside this episode is a game changer!

It only took 1 year for Mike Noonan to know that, while he loved playing baseball, college was not for him. This week on Coffee & Grit, I sit down with Mike Noonan, owner of Noonan Electrical Services, to discuss his path from electrician to entrepreneur and building the dream life. During their chat, they also talk about the importance of teamwork, and how being part of a sports team can teach valuable lessons about interacting with coworkers and management, leading to a more successful career. They also talk about the importance of getting and staying healthy, not just for you, but for your family and friends.

Check out the show, and don't forget to like and subscribe!


Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Guest Links
Noonan Electrical: https://noonanelectricalservices.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoonanElectricalServices
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noonanelectrical/

Guess whose back...Back again again...Kevin Brown is back and he brought a friend 🎵

Thats right this week on Coffee and Grit Kevin Brown returns to the studio along with Co-Owner of Motor City Truck Collision, Jim Gray.  This is an incredibly inspiring as well as entertaining episode as Kevin & Jim join Jason to talk about building a small business the right way, work ethic, raising a family & self sacrifice, becoming a business owner as an employee, serving clients, and of course taking on the big insurance companies. 

Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Guest Links
Website: https://www.motorcitytruckcollision.com/
Phone: Phone: (248) 986-8000

New this week on Coffee & Grit...

As her kids were going through the hardest time of their life after losing their father Joni Woods took a long look in the mirror to realize the situation was her fault. 

Listen in as Joni, from @Journey Coaching, shares her story and life's mission with Jason for a great episode! Joni is an experienced Relationship and Communication Coach, and she promotes honesty, respect, and openness in both her business and personal life.

Jason and Joni discuss her background and life experience, which leads to a touching highly entertaining (and touching!) conversation. We hope you enjoy, and don't forget to like and subscribe!

Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Guest Links
Website: https://journeylifecoaching.life/
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joniwoods/

What does it take to make a Difference as a career sales professional?  Listen in this week as we are joined by a master of his craft Scott Lee from Exceptional Mortgage Services. We start off talking about something that totally "sucks"... selling Kirby vacuums door-to-door! Scott got his start pounding the pavement and selling vacuums,and we discuss the work ethic it takes to succeed in such a hard sales gig.  

But that was just the start for Scott in a career that has spanned over 30 years, and he has certainly found a way to serve people at the highest level.  Tune in to meet Scott and learn from a master of the craft!

Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Guest Links
Website: https://www.exceptionalmtg.com/
Email: scott@exceptionalmtg.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exceptionalmortgage

This week on Coffee and Grit, Kevin Brown returns to the studio! This time, he brought along Co-Owner of Motor City Truck Collision, Jim Gray. They chat with Jason about work ethic, bringing up the next generation, and even martial arts! Tune in and enjoy!

Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Guest Links
Website: https://www.motorcitytruckcollision.com/
Phone: Phone: (248) 986-8000

Listen in as we are joined by Difference Maker Christie Hajduk from 925 Wellness. Christie shares her remarkable story of transition, from losing herself in the demands of corporate life to rediscovering her true essence through wellness. After experiencing complete burnout, Christie made the courageous decision to reclaim her identity, shedding the persona of "Corporate Christie" to prioritize her well-being.

In this episode Christie reflects on the pivotal moment that sparked her journey towards self-discovery, revealing how she resurfaced elements of joy and inspiration buried beneath the busyness of life. Delve into Christie's passion for movement and mindfulness, from childhood adventures to solo yoga sessions with Denise Austin VHS tapes.

Through vulnerability and resilience, Christie empowers listeners to embrace wellness as a catalyst for personal growth and fulfillment. Tune in to gain insights and inspiration for your own journey towards a balanced and authentic life.

Show Links
Learn more about Jason's work!
Website: https://www.roar.consulting
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtroarconsult
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/roarconsultinginc/
Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@coffeeandgritpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-tracey?trk=org-employees
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (810) 522-8931

Guest Links
Website: https://www.925-wellness.com/
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/925wellness
Instagram: ttps://www.instagram.com/925wellness
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/925-wellness/