In this guest episode of Get on Track, Jim Adams sits down with entrepreneur and business leader Kasey Kohtala for a candid conversation about the evolution of business mastermind groups, the value of true collaboration, and how surrounding yourself with the right people can accelerate your growth. Kasey shares her unconventional journey from direct mail sales to franchise ownership, and how she now co-leads a powerful business group helping entrepreneurs get unstuck and scale with purpose.

This conversation is filled with insights on what it really means to be in the right room, the dangers of chasing titles, and how burnout in corporate America led her to rediscover her passion for business—on her own terms. Whether you're an emerging entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode will remind you why aligned community and clarity of purpose are critical to sustainable success.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• Mastermind vs. Collaboration – Why Kasey avoids the overused term “mastermind” and instead focuses on real, meaningful collaboration between business owners.
• From Direct Mail to Device Sales – Kasey’s early career with J&L Marketing and how it led to a move to Atlanta and a transition into corporate sales.
• Burnout and Reinvention – How Kasey stepped away from corporate life and invested in a Massage Heights franchise to take control of her entrepreneurial path.
• Owning the Title Without the Title – Why Kasey and her business partner believe in serving over being seen, and how leadership is about impact, not labels.
• Lessons from the Field – Real business challenges she’s helped solve through her group’s collaborative approach to growth and problem-solving.
• Reconnecting Through Podcasting – How a guest appearance on a former colleague’s podcast sparked a new chapter in Kasey's business journey.
• Why the Right Room Changes Everything – How being in the right group of business minds helped Kasey level up after plateauing in her own company.

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·         Jim Adams Website: jimadams.com

·         Kasey Kohtala Instagram: @krkohtala_

·         Kasey Kohtala LinkedIn: Kasey Kohtala