💡 "Your health is your wealth, and business is a journey."  

Mathew Gilliard dives into the realities of being a multifaceted entrepreneur, owning a successful franchise, and balancing a government job, fatherhood, and business ownership. 

From his experience with failed partnerships to finding the right mentor and investing in Nectar Juice Bar, Mathew's story is one of resilience and dedication to community health. 

In this episode, Mathew shares:  

✅ The intricate details of starting and running a franchise 

✅ How personal health challenges inspired his business 

✅ The importance of partnerships and mentorships 

✅ Balancing a 9-5 job with entrepreneurship 

✅ Expanding his business while managing a team  

Mathew's journey is a testament to overcoming challenges and staying committed to your dreams. 

🎧 Watch now!  https://youtu.be/WnLJfDSHnbw

Guest & Hosts: 

🎤 Guest: Mathew Gilliard 

🎤 Co-host: @1domenickepps 

🎤 Co-host: @randallmonfiston 

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00:00 Welcome to the Forte Experience

00:43 Introduction to the Forte Podcast

01:30 Family Reunion Highlights

02:56 Upcoming Forte Events

05:04 Meet Our Special Guest: Matt from Nectar Juice Bar

07:13 Matt's Journey: From Government Job to Juice Bar Owner

10:46 Balancing Entrepreneurship and a 9-to-5 Job

13:06 The Challenges of Running a Business

27:21 The Inspiration Behind Nectar Juice Bar

32:52 Next Steps After Tasting the Smoothie

33:12 Flipping Houses and Early Business Ventures

34:17 Lessons from Failed Partnerships

34:46 The Importance of Business Partnerships

37:48 Personal Growth and Business Maturity

38:46 Meeting a Business Partner on Craigslist

41:53 The Franchise Journey Begins

45:54 Challenges of Setting Up a Franchise

49:38 Goals and Future Plans

54:45 Engaging with the Community

58:51 Conclusion and Upcoming Events