In this episode of The Results Loading... podcast, Michael Atkin converses with Alex Smith, co-founder of Fuego UX, about the dynamic journey of building a business with friends. Alex delves into the early challenges faced and the critical decisions that fueled their growth, emphasizing the role of customer feedback. The discussion covers strategies for generating inbound leads, the nuances of defining success, and the balance of innovation speed with market response. Alex also shares insights on the mental hurdles of startup life, including the fear of success, offering candid reflections and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

(0:00) Introduction and Guest: Alex Smith of Fuego UX

(2:24) Overcoming Early Obstacles in Business with Friends

(9:34) Pivotal Growth Decisions and Customer Feedback Importance

(14:12) Inbound Leads and Defining Success

(18:22) Innovation Speed, Market Response, and Overcoming Fear

(23:13) Mental Challenges of Startup Life and Fear of Success

(24:33) Closing Remarks with Alex Smith and Farewell

In this episode of The Results Loading... podcast, Michael Atkin engages with Kathy Freeman to explore her journey from academia to construction safety. Kathy shares her innovative approach to safety training and the opportunities that shaped her career. The discussion highlights key leadership qualities such as humility and partnership, addressing the modern challenges faced in maintaining construction safety. Kathy delves into her role at Amphibious Medics, enhancing on-site medical care, and the company's expansion. The episode examines the impact of mentorship, generational gaps in construction, and the integration of technology for improved safety and efficiency. Kathy offers advice for aspiring leaders and reflects on her career and values.

(0:10) Introduction of Kathy Freeman and sponsor mention

(1:09) Kathy Freeman on industry stories and her academic to construction safety transition

(3:16) Kathy Freeman's innovative safety training and early industry opportunities

(6:30) Leadership: humility, partnership, and modern-day challenges

(11:00) Addressing workers' personal challenges for construction safety

(16:32) Overcoming challenges in safety and the role of planning and data analysis

(25:11) Kathy Freeman's transition to Amphibious Medics and enhancing on-site medical care

(30:19) Amphibious Medics' expansion and balancing leadership with safety passion

(33:37) Mentorship's impact on leadership and generational gaps in construction

(41:27) Embracing technology for safety and operational efficiency

(43:58) Advice for aspiring leaders and the importance of business presence

(45:32) Reflections on career, values, and closing remarks