EPISODE SUMMARY:

In another compelling narrative, we open up about the unexpected pathways that lead to success, highlighting the importance of travel, diverse experiences, and the courage to pursue unconventional career journeys. From finance to manufacturing, our guest recounts his pivot during the 2007-2008 economic downturn, offering insights into how one can creatively leverage business relationships and stay accountable to strategic operations for sustained growth. Tune in for a conversation that promises to inspire you to seek out the richness in varied experiences and to understand the profound effects of strategic thinking and accountability in both business and life.

Josh Schultz is the Founder of Kaizen Labs, President of Canekast, and the Creator of the SMB Blueprint. With a diverse background spanning finance, entrepreneurship, small business ownership, corporate leadership, sales, software development, machine learning, and academia, Josh specializes in assisting small and medium-sized businesses within the industrial and manufacturing sector.

Leveraging his experience of scaling and selling multiple B2B industrial businesses in both the U.S. and Mexico, he focuses on building scalable operations and systems, particularly in the key areas of Sales, Operations, and Finance. Josh applies his proven playbook to empower businesses to acquire new customers, enhance margins, and establish self-sustaining operations.

(0:00:00) - Constructing LifeJosh Schultz's journey from Syracuse to Austin highlights the impact of environment on growth, mindset, and the power of community.

(0:06:53) - Exploring Opportunities and Personal JourneysTravel, diverse experiences, and unconventional career paths can lead to personal and professional growth in the business world.

(0:19:36) - Strategic Operations and Accountability in BusinessOperations, problem-solving, accountability, and alignment are crucial for business success in the current economic climate.