Love Your Work

Surprise, I sold my company! In this episode I interview our co-host, Ryan Patrick to gain insight into what it is to work for a company that is undergoing an acquisition.

Grant Pollock is a conversationalist who brings new insight to the other side of loving your work; when you're not an entrepreneur.  His outlook and positive attitude toward life impart a sense of happiness, force us to examine our true selves, and question our motives.

In this episode Jeff and Patrick discuss confidence. Identifying it in colleagues, yourself, clients and competition. From how we approach it to how we healthily grow it, we cover a pseudo sensitive topic that everyone struggles with from time to time, in business and in life.

Tim Gibbons is the Co-Founder and Co-Owner of The Flipside Nashville, a truly one of a kind restaurant that embodies a bygone era of classic americana culture. Hear Tim's take on the key differences between running a unique operation and a scalable business fit for multiple locations across the nation.

Jeff and Patrick discuss what it means to be the new guy, and how to act as a leader when dealing with one. From expectations to awkward encounters the guys share some embarrassing stories from their past to highlight the ups and downs of being a New Guy.

BEER! BEER! BEER! Carl Meir is a founding member and co-owner of Black Abbey Brewing Co. based in Nashville TN. His love for the craft, crew and family is evident as he discusses how to live like a family in the work place, not just talk about it.

In this episode Jeff and Patrick discuss the complexities of staying relevant to the outside world once you've been emersed in small business for too long. From applying to jobs post-ownership, to social media, we talk about the internal struggle with identity and staying relevant.

Kidd Epps is a designer, master craftsman and family man who runs his own company here in Nashville Tn. His unconventional approach to business, unique style and bold attitude have separated him from the competition laying a rock solid foundation for success in his business.

In this episode Patrick and I talk about the dangers of living in a life of excess as it relates to work. In particular, the perils of owning your own business and letting it take over your life. Warning: this episode is a bit heavier than normal.

In this episode we are pumped to introduce you to our Company's graphic designer, web curator, branding specialist and all around super woman, Kailey Sullivan. We focus on shared stories to highlight her ability to maintain grace and focus under pressure, while constantly pushing herself to get more from life.