The Edge

What does it mean to be smart with your money? That is the golden question... In this episode we discuss budgeting and the idea of spending money. Whether that spending be on personal experiences, investing, your business, we talk about the importance of being smart and budgeting yourself appropriately. We also discuss the idea of having a "rainy day fund" for those expenses you cannot see coming, and ensuring that you live below your means. We hope you get some value from this episode, and would love to hear your feedback on our approaches! 

In this episode we have a very special guest, Connor Blas come on the podcast. We discuss the differences in his position and the new role that he has taken on as a business coach for 15 businesses in Northern Alberta. We have a great discussion about what he feels was missed in his own business and what he would implement in his business if he could go back and do it again. Enjoy another episode of the edge podcast!

In this episode we talk about a very important topic in comparing yourself to others - both upward and downward comparisons. We discuss the importance of ensuring that you are doing things for you, and not focusing on trying to relate to those around you. In this discussion we also touch on the importance of looking at others who are in a similar position to you - and if they are not, understanding that it would have a high inaccuracy to do so is important. Enjoy this episode of the Edge Podcast, and have an amazing week!

In this episode we discuss the notion of confidence and how it can affect your business, and those around you. We discuss the idea of being a leader to those around you, and what being a leader really means. After a tough week, Jacob realizes it is the confidence that was lacking in his quoting process, and has taken the necessary steps to correct his process and move forward. Enjoy another weekly episode of the edge podcast!

In this episode we have a great discussion above the value of school, and seizing opportunities that are presented to you. Jacob explains the purpose behind a post-secondary education and provides some insight on his experience with schooling. We discuss the value that a degree/diploma can play, as well as the opportunity without attending a post secondary institution. We hope you enjoy this episode, and if you have anything you would like to challenge us on in this discussion we would love to hear your feedback! 

In this episode we discuss the idea of working around your environment and being able to adapt to the situations that are thrown your way. We also talk about the importance of knowing the necessary sacrifices one must take to grow and evolve as a business owner; how we must understand that time always comes from somewhere, and how it's your choice if you use that time to grow or if you use it for more personal means - but that it was your state of happiness that was the most important at the end of the day. We hope you enjoy another episode of the edge podcast, and have an amazing week!

In this episode we talk about the topic of intentions, and the role they play in your day to day life. In this discussion, Jacob talks about how his lack of intention behind his actions has led to a lower-than-normal mindset and charisma and we work through the why of the situation. We also discuss the importance of sticking to a schedule and ensuring there is purpose behind what you are doing - with the topic of urgency being subtly underlying. Lastly, we discuss the idea of the leaderboard in our company's website domain and the open mindset that you must have with regards to your placement on it, if at all. Thank you for tuning into another weekly episode, we hope you enjoy, and remember SOYA! 

In this episode we delve into the mentor and mentee relationship. We discuss the nervousness associated with having someone who is there to push you and critique you, but how this ultimately is in the benefit of your growth as a business owner and as an individual. We also discuss the importance of being honest and true to yourself in your efforts, and by not being truthful you are simply cheating yourself. Grab your favorite cup of Jo, hit the road, and thanks for tuning in to another episode of The Edge Podcast! 

Jump into an immersive discussion about how consistency is the most important part in our business; both Riley and Jacob share some personal stories about past experiences with consistency and how it has benefited our businesses. Dive in and take a listen to our first content only episode - Thanks for listening!

There is some really great information in here to take away and implement into your own businesses; whether you are a Student Works Operator or are in a completely different field of work. The core habits of staying organized, listening and following a plan, having a strong coach to push you, and working your butt off are all amazing habits to build! Thanks for listening, and we hope you are able to take something away from this great conversation. Special Guest Speaker - Jordan Kipnes (VP with Student Works West).