WHY would someone run away from all the opportunity in the world, make a decision to leave it all behind, and run and towards the American dream. Today's guest is Andre "Dedeco" Almeida, business man, father, jiu-jitsu champion, and co-owner of Origin. He discusses immigrating to America, leaving it all behind bootstrapped with $100. We also delve into how to handle employees that are stealing from the company, trust, changing an employees perspective, learning english, and what it means to BE AMERICAN.

E16: COMING TO AMERICA

America was forged. From nothing came everything we believe in. But the America our grandparents once knew is not the America we now know. Pete Roberts explores how our ancestors used their minds, hands and daylight to build this great nation. Have you forgotten your history? Have you forgotten that you and me, men and women are the ones who drive true change. Have you forgotten that our independence was won through the sacrifice of our ancestors. That what we have is the sum of their works. A movement of the people is the true power we have. But the greatest legacy they left is not the bridges and buildings, it's this thing we call Freedom. That unified we can move mountains. It's not business as usual, Pete builds parallels between the past, the present and the future. He discusses how to reconstruct the grit, values, and work ethic through his personal experiences and of those who have been there.

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Before corporate raiders and runaway capitalism, there was a company who owned the industry of shoe machinery. A 70 year battle with the federal government resulted in the monopoly broken up. This is that story.

E99. Monopoly In America (1/2)

Pockets of manufacturing are still alive in this country. In this episode Pete talks about the past month of travel he has had, laying down roots and building relationships to take Origin to the next level.

E98. America's Next Big Brand is Expanding

Partner in Origin and Pete's JiuJitsu instructor, André Dedeco Almeida tells the story of how he continued to win during pandemic lockdowns. If you like to laugh and want to learn something new, this is the podcast for you. GO GET TO WORK.

E97. Opportunity Costs, Risks & Rewards

It's been a long time since we had the opportunity to field some of your questions, today that's exactly what we do. Diving into subjects such as supply chain hurdles that have thrown a wrench in our growth over the past year, dealing with tough customer service questions, and also a bit on capital, wealth and cryptocurrency.  GO GET TO WORK.

E96. YOU ASKED, WE ANSWERED

Back after a year in the grind, pivoting, working, winning. Pete and Brian discuss the last 12 months, politics, government, coronavirus and how to pivot your mind for 2021.

E16: COMING TO AMERICA

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