Entrepreneur Network Podcast

People say they want eco-friendly products, but they rarely actually buy them. Why? Because their marketing is all wrong. Utah State University marketing professor Ed Stafford explains.  Sponsor: Paper & Packaging Board. Learn more at

On this episode of the podcast, host Jeff Fenster interviews NFL legend Drew Brees. Brees shares his journey from football to business, discussing his experience as a franchisee for Jimmy John's and his current success with Everbowl. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and resilience, and shares his insights on setting goals, embracing challenges, and achieving success. In this podcast episode featuring guest Drew Brees, the conversation revolves around Brees' transition from his football career to his post-football endeavors. Brees discusses his entrepreneurial mindset and his involvement in various small business ventures throughout his life. He shares his experience as a franchisee for Jimmy John's sandwiches and how it sparked his interest in franchising. Brees emphasizes the importance of authenticity in choosing the brands he wants to be involved with. He says, "I think it's important to be authentic and to be true to yourself and to the brands that you choose to be involved with." The discussion also touches on Brees' personal experiences with failure and adversity, highlighting the importance of resilience and finding love in difficult situations. Brees shares his belief in the value of the franchise community and the knowledge and wisdom that can be gained from fellow franchise owners. The conversation concludes with Brees' success in expanding his Everbowl locations and his appreciation for the lessons learned from both successes and failures. Overall, the episode showcases Brees' entrepreneurial spirit, his successful transition into the business world, and his insights on setting goals, embracing challenges, and achieving success.

Wade Dickinson has been passionate about engraving since he was a young adult. He opened his business Heirloom Engravers and started taking on various clients, from large scale companies to individual projects. In this episode, Wade talks about his personal business philosophy and how he has learned to utilize online forums for communicating with his clients despite his initial reservations. He’s joined by Sarah R., a reviewer who made a pivotal recommendation for the business. Theme Music by  and

On the season nine finale of "Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch," find out what happens when entrepreneurs with big ideas meet investors with big money. You can have an amazing product, plenty of sales and great traction, but none of that means anything if you're pitching the wrong person. So says Marc Randolph on the season nine finale of Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch. "Don't waste your time on somebody who is never going to bite," he cautions. It's great advice, but luckily for this week's contestants, not an issue they'll need to contend with. It's the last episode of an epic season of Elevator Pitch, and our board of investors is eager to sink their teeth into some tasty deals. As always, this week's entrepreneurs were challenged to step into an elevator and win over investors in just 60 seconds. Some of our contestants on this week's episode got through the elevator doors and into the boardroom, where they scored life-changing deals. And others...did not.

Shawn Green is the founder of Greenfly, a fundamentally new way for organizations and their advocates to collaborate at any scale. The Greenfly platform powers the future of fandom by automating the continuous flow of short-form digital media for sports and entertainment organizations. Previously, Shawn was a Major League Baseball player for 15 seasons and is also the author of The Way of Baseball: Finding Stillness at 95 MPH.

How can you achieve more by optimizing your use of time? In today’s conversation with Matt Ragland we discuss how to boost productivity without burning the midnight oil. Launch Your Business is presented by Comcast Business. With Comcast Business it's not just possible, it's happening. Comcast Business - Powering Possibilities. Learn more at .

Sara Kear, Chief Marketing Officer at Condado Tacos (@condadotacos), has embraced the power of social media as a game-changing tool. Sara and her team strategically mapped out Condado Taco's web presence, understanding the unique expectations of consumers for each channel. Listen to this interview to learn about effective use of social media, how to be a CMO, and being forced to pivot in the restaurant business. Sponsored by: Toast: All-In-1 Restaurant POS —

On this episode of the Jeff Fenster Show, we have Lessons Learned where we review our interview with Tim Grover where he shares his insights on building successful relationships, discovering the mindset of a champion, and creating balance in life. He encourages individuals to embrace their unique qualities and find joy in their journey towards success. Tim Grover discusses identity and style in a team environment, emphasizing the importance of allowing individuals to have their own unique style while forming a collective mental identity. He also stresses the need for leaders to maintain high standards and not lower them to meet the level of completion of their team. In a different episode, Tim Grover talks about leadership, success, and personal growth. He encourages individuals to raise the bar and set unrealistic expectations for themselves, as this eliminates limitations and allows for greater achievements. He also highlights the price of success, stating that it requires mental strength, time, and sacrifices. KEY TAKEAWAYS: The Loneliness of Excellence: Grover reveals that champions experience a defining moment of solitude when they celebrate their victories alone in a corner. This "loneliness of excellence" serves as a crucial time for reflection, allowing champions to appreciate the hard work and dedication that led to their triumphs. Grover points out that top athletes, CEOs, and successful business figures have all encountered this isolating but rewarding aspect of achievement. The Importance of Having a "Why": According to Grover, having a compelling purpose or "why" is a cornerstone of success. Whether it's a goal, mission, vision, or passion, having a clear sense of direction provides the motivation and perseverance necessary to overcome challenges and reach greatness. The Cost of Excellence: Grover candidly acknowledges that achieving excellence comes at a cost. Success demands consistent effort, unwavering dedication, and repeated sacrifices. Nevertheless, he assures aspiring champions that the rewards reaped from such commitment surpass anything they may have initially envisioned.  

In this podcast episode, renowned performance coach Tim Grover shares insights on achieving excellence and becoming a champion. He discusses the "loneliness of excellence" and the importance of having a clear purpose or "why" for success. Grover highlights the difference between motivation and elevation, emphasizing the need for passion and determination. He explains that success comes at a cost and emphasizes the value of having a coach or mentor during difficult times. Grover's advice underscores the significance of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice on the path to success. His words serve as a reminder that true greatness demands unwavering commitment. To learn more about Grover's insights, listeners can explore his book, Relentless, or access his free Network to Millions Playbook by texting "Jeff" to 33777. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Solitude of Success: Grover brings to light the often overlooked solitude that accompanies the pursuit of success. It's in these moments of quiet reflection where champions can fully grasp the magnitude of their achievement and the efforts they've made. From Motivation to Elevation: Grover differentiates between the initial spark of motivation and the sustaining fire of elevation. He underscores that real success goes beyond the initial motivation, and depends on the sustained passion, drive, and determination one can maintain. The Indispensable Guide: Grover emphasizes the critical role a coach or mentor plays in the journey to success. Drawing examples from legends like Kobe, Jordan, and LeBron, he underscores the necessity of having a guiding figure through the challenging voyage towards greatness.  

Adam Worth was the Victorian Era’s most infamous thief. He was so sneaky, so devious and so damn good at his job that he became Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s inspiration for Dr. Moriarity, arch-nemesis of Sherlock Holmes. Worth’s exploits earned him the nickname “The Napoleon of Crime,” a nod to his ceaseless drive to steal anything that wasn’t nailed to the floor. (And even if it was, he’d steal it anyway.) Worth and an array of ne’er-do-wells were as innovative as they were crooked, tunneling their way into bank vaults from adjacent building basements, setting up shape-shifting illegal gambling dens and slipping into new countries and identities when things got too hot. Worth was pursued across continents by the Pinkerton detective agency (which would one day become the Secret Service) and he cemented his status as one of the greatest thieves in history when he stole an incredibly famous painting of Georgiana Cavendish, The Duchess of Devonshire, right off the wall of a London gallery. Worth held onto the pilfered portrait for years, chauffeuring it around the world in the false bottom of a luggage trunk. Some say he was waiting for the right moment to sell it, others believe he fell in love with the Duchess’s beguiling image. So how did it end for the art thief and his prized score? Listen to the episode and if you like it (of course you will!) please leave our little show a big fat five-star rating and a review. Your comments might be featured in a future episode. Thanks as always for listening!