In this episode of Give a Sit, Wes sits down with Griffin Cook of Federated Insurance for an inspiring conversation about perseverance, faith, and finding the right path.Griffin shares stories from his roots—working in the fields with his family, growing up around business owners, and the lessons that shaped his work ethic early on. He opens up about his LDS mission to the one place he asked God not to send him, how he learned to speak Chinese, and the powerful personal growth that came from that experience.After returning home, Griffin pursued college with a clear plan—only to realize that his path was leading him somewhere else. That realization led him to Federated Insurance, where he discovered a company that values family so deeply they even interviewed his wife alongside him to ensure the next step was right for both of them.Join us as we dive into Griffin’s incredible story about hard work, humility, and aligning your life and career with your purpose.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you enjoy hearing real stories from real people making an impact.#GiveASit #Podcast #FederatedInsurance #GriffinCook #CareerJourney #FaithAndWork #LDSMission #Inspiration

In this heartfelt episode of Give A Sit, we sit down with Kara, a successful real estate agent, devoted single mom, and founder of a growing single parents support group.Kara opens up about her journey — moving from place to place until love brought her here, where she built a beautiful life for herself and her little boy. As a single mother, she’s faced her share of adversity and challenge, but through it all, she’s become a stronger woman, business owner, and parent.In real estate and in life, Kara believes in truly listening — understanding her clients’ root causes for change before giving advice and guiding them toward the best decisions for their future.This episode is filled with heart, resilience, and inspiration. Don’t miss Kara’s story of finding strength through change and using her experiences to lift others up.#GiveASitPodcast #Kara #SingleMomStrong #Resilience #RealEstateLife #Empowerment #Inspiration #MainStreetOfficeFurniture

In this powerful episode of Give A Sit, we sit down with Prosper, author of the book Clarity. Prosper opens up about his journey growing up in the tough neighborhoods of Fort Lauderdale, Florida — a childhood marked by hardship, being kidnapped and abused, and later sent to Haiti at just six years old to protect him during his parents’ divorce.Raised by a mother who was a pastor, Prosper found both comfort and conflict in his faith — asking God why his path was filled with so much pain. Through it all, he discovered passion, purpose, and strength in sports, eventually earning a college scholarship to Wisconsin and building a new life for himself.Having faced death and loss many times, Prosper chose not to be defined by his past but to use it as fuel to help others. Today, he’s a speaker, coach, and motivator dedicated to helping people find clarity in their own lives.This conversation is short, heartfelt, and deeply inspiring — you don’t want to miss it. Prosper is an amazing example of what it means to turn pain into purpose.🎧 Watch now and discover what finding true clarity looks like.#GiveASitPodcast #Clarity #Inspiration #Faith #Resilience #Motivation #OvercomingAdversity #Prosper #PurposeDrivenLife

In this episode of Give a Sit, we welcome Gabe Garcia, UCCU Branch Manager, Mountain West Chamber Member, and the man many know as Gabe the MC. Gabe’s story is one of opportunity, passion, and connection. What started as a one-time favor—announcing for a friend at a fitness competition—quickly turned into a spark that lit a fire in him. That moment opened the door to a whole new world, and Gabe leaned into it with enthusiasm and dedication, building a reputation as someone who brings energy and life to every stage he steps on.Beyond the microphone and his professional role in finance, Gabe is driven by relationships. He invests in people, always looking to build connections that not only help him grow, but also lift up those around him. He knows that real success comes from community, and he strives to make every interaction meaningful.We also explore the foundation that keeps Gabe grounded—his wife and son. For him, family and success are intertwined. As he puts it: when he wins, they win; and when they win, he wins. It’s a shared journey where victories are celebrated together, and challenges are faced as a team.Though Gabe isn’t sure exactly what the future holds, he’s excited to see it unfold. His story is proof that sometimes the best opportunities come by chance, and the way you respond can shape not only your path, but the lives of those you touch along the way.

From hockey rinks to the Olympics, and from classrooms to boardrooms — Sarah Henderson’s story is one you don’t want to miss. In this episode of Give A Sit, Sarah shares how growing up playing hockey — and proving she was just as tough as the boys — led to a college hockey opportunity in Maine. Her passion for the game evolved into refereeing, opening the door for her to ref in the 1998 Olympics — an incredible milestone in her journey.But Sarah’s story doesn’t stop on the ice. She went on to study the environment, building a career helping businesses understand how to properly manage and dispose of chemicals. She now consults companies, highlights their blind spots, and teaches them how to correct flaws in their processes — all while getting ready to launch a brand-new website to make this education even more accessible.Sarah is a hard-working, motivated business owner with a hugely supportive husband cheering her on as she makes it all work. This episode is a laid-back but deeply informative conversation packed with lessons on grit, growth, and building something meaningful.🎧 Watch now and get inspired by Sarah’s unstoppable energy and drive.#GiveASit #SarahHenderson #Olympics #WomenInBusiness #HockeyLife #EnvironmentalConsulting #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #PodcastEpisode

From her childhood days growing up on a farm with her parents and siblings, to introducing cupcakes to a Utah bakery for the very first time, Marcee Gundry has lived a life full of bold decisions and new beginnings. In this episode of Give a Sit, Marcee takes us through her inspiring journey — starting her own bakery, stepping into the corporate world with JetBlue, and facing one of her toughest moments: laying off hundreds of people during COVID. That experience completely shifted her perspective on the corporate world and opened her heart to find something that would truly make an impact.When the opportunity to apply for President of the Point of the Mountain Chamber came along, Marcee took a shot in the dark — and got the job! Now, she leads with passion, connecting businesses, supporting growth, and shaping the future of the Point of the Mountain community.This episode is packed with wisdom, courage, and a reminder to take the leap when life gives you the chance. 🚀🎧 Watch the full conversation and get inspired to write your own story!

In this episode of Give a Sit, we sit down with Robert, an inventor who has truly seen it all.From working with NASA and helping found some of their visionary software programs, to consulting with Hollywood actors on movies like Apollo 13, Robert’s career has been anything but ordinary. After moving to Park City, Utah, and building his dream home, he suddenly found himself out of work. Instead of giving up, he turned to his book of ideas and inventions — and from there came CarLashes, a product that helped keep him afloat and launched a whole new chapter of creativity.Robert also shares why patents and protecting intellectual property are so critical, including his own run-in with Amazon, as well as how some of his other inventions caught the attention of giants like Mattel.This episode is packed with wisdom, resilience, and lessons only a true inventor could share.✨ Don’t miss this conversation — it’s full of incredible stories, surprising turns, and inspiration for anyone chasing big ideas.

Travis Stringham shares his journey from banking to building a family business, reuniting with his high school sweetheart, and why merch—not swag—is the key to building a brand people remember.In this episode of Give a Sit, we sit down with Travis Stringham to talk about life, business, and why the little things matter most.Travis opens up about reuniting with his wife after being high school sweethearts, and how that relationship has shaped his perspective on family and business. After years in banking, he stepped into the family business, where passion, people, and purpose collide.We dive into his take on branding—why it’s never just “swag,” it’s Merch. To Travis, merch is everything. It’s what people remember, what they wear, and what keeps your name alive long after the first handshake.Beyond branding, Travis shares how building a healthy work culture is just as important as growing the business. With 75–100 employees depending on the strength of the company to provide for their families, leadership isn’t just about numbers—it’s about responsibility. He also discusses the shift to working from home and how trust, culture, and connection have to be intentional to keep teams thriving.Travis also gives a behind-the-scenes look at how the brand started—heat pressing t-shirts and jerseys in the basement—and how that hustle has grown into a major player in Utah, providing opportunities, jobs, and long-term impact.If you care about relationships, culture, and building a brand that truly lasts, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

Episode with Jaxon Cummings – Your Life LegacyOn the back of a boat after some wake surfing, we sit down with Jaxon, the founder of Your Life Legacy, to dive into the “why” behind what he does—and the deeply personal story that sparked it.Jaxon opens up about losing his father and the opportunity he missed to capture his story on video. That moment became the foundation for Your Life Legacy: helping others preserve their family’s stories, wisdom, and memories for generations to come.We talk about the lessons he learned from his parents, the changes he's made in his own life, and how his connection with his Heavenly Father helps him plan his life weekly with intention and purpose.He also breaks down how the Your Life Legacy process works, what you get from the experience, and why these videos matter now more than ever.---📍 Topics Covered:* Why Jaxon started Your Life Legacy* Regret turned into purpose* Lessons from his parents* Faith and life planning* How to set up your own legacy interview* Why capturing stories on video matters---🎥 A powerful conversation with heart, purpose, and legacy at the center.#GiveASitPodcast #YourLifeLegacy #FamilyStories #VideoLegacy #FaithAndPurpose #JaxonInterview #WakeSurfAndTalk #PodcastOnTheLake #LifeLessons #GenerationalWisdom

In this episode of Give a Sit, we hit the golf course with Garrett Blood — founder of Kajae, father of six, and someone who leads with both heart and strategy. 🏌️‍♂️Garrett opens up about his journey — from serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to building a business that started from a moment of deep empathy. After overhearing an employee say they couldn’t make a payment until the next paycheck, Garrett knew he wanted to build something better. That moment sparked the beginning of Kajae.Now, Garrett helps companies across the globe by placing the right people in the right roles — all while being a dedicated family man and living his values.You’ll hear about:✅ Life as a dad to six kids✅ His mission experience and how it shaped his leadership✅ The moment that inspired him to start his company✅ Why international talent placement matters more than ever✅ How to build a business that puts people firstThis one’s full of laughs, wisdom, and a reminder that business can be built on purpose.🎙️ Subscribe for more real stories from real people on Give a Sit.#GiveASitPodcast #Kajae #GarrettBlood #Entrepreneurship #PeopleFirst #FamilyMan #Leadership #MissionLife #GolfCourseTalks