The Startup Life

Can entrepreneurship be a tool stop recidivism? We think so!

In this episode, we lay out a path for people released from prison that they cannot only re-enter society but have a successful transition. In the first segment, we discuss getting your financial house in order. We discuss making a budget, assessing the debts that may have accrued while serving time. Next, we share with people who do not want to start a company, organizations that are friendly to people that serve time. We also discuss how sometimes getting those jobs can lead to a path of entrepreneurship.

After the break, we share resources that can be used to start your company or even go back to school. We break the myth that there is no help out there for those who have made mistakes. Lastly, we share stories of people that have been to prison only to come out and start very successful companies. Some became consultants while others started tech companies.

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Is the way we pay for higher institution learning about to fundamentally change? One founder surly thinks so!

In this episode of The Startup Life, we talk to Austen Allred, Co-Founder of Lambda School. He shares with us his early beginnings in Utah and selling things on eBay. Next, he shares with us how one of his greatest challenges was understating the importance of instructional design in the beginning. Lastly, before the break, he shares with us that students at Lambda school not only learn how to code but they also go through a financial boot camp to help prepare them for the salaries they receive with their new found skill.

After the break, Austen discusses why he has to sometimes turn downs students and why its no fun. Later he shares his view on being an entrepreneur and commentating on social issues. Lastly, he shares with us his superpower.

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What does it take to start a business in a dorm room and grow it to a multiple location success?

In this episode of The Startup Life, we talk to Kelvin Woods, Co-Founder of The Tee Shirt Lab. He talks to us about how his car is a mobile university to why he calls his employees team members. Later, he shares why he purposely opened a store in Orange Mound, Tennessee.

After the break, he shares why his faith is important to him as he builds his business. Later goes on to share with us the lessons he teaches his daughter with her snacks and explains why determination is his superpower.

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Books mentioned in this episode:

Rich Dad, Poor Dad

Think and Grow Rich

The Art Of War

The Everything Store

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On your path of entrepreneurship, do you really have to take that journey alone?

In this episode of The Startup Life, we bring back Louisa Shepherd as she discusses her new role since we last spoke and how she helps entrepreneurs. She explains to us why Memphis is a hotbed for minority and women-owned businesses and other benefits new businesses bring to communities.

After the break, we discuss what the next generation entrepreneurs need to learn in order to be successful in a 21st-century economy. She goes on to describe what an entrepreneurial ecosystem builder is and what advice she gives to friends and family that want to start a business.

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What is the delayed gratification mindset? Are you staying on your spot?

In this episode of The Startup Life, we dive into the benefits of the delayed gratification mindset. Next, we dispel the myth that its really hard to make money in this country?

After the break, we hop into the perceptions of good debt vs. bad debt. Then, we talk about the pros and cons of capitalism. Lastly, we explain the the Networking/Reminding/Staying On Your Spot doctrine which is what all successful entrepreneurs do.

For our What Can We Learn segment, we explain why TellTale games is closing due to stretching itself too thin.

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Are you pitch competition ready? How can a family member or friend help you win?

In this episode of The Startup Life, we dive into the tools you need to win a pitch competition. We start off with explaining how to get rid of the nervousness. Next, we focus on a game-winning format to follow to win your next pitch competition.

After the break, we go over the game plan that has you in a winning position before you even step on stage. We break down why doing reconnaissance on LinkedIn will give you an edge. Also, we go over why watching game film is vital for your preparation.

For our What Can We Learn segment, we explain what you can learn from the recent podcast slump.

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Where has Dominic been? Is he still alive?

In this episode, we talk about taking a break from your business in order for it to move forward. In the first half of the show, we dive into where we have been from taking a real vacation in a few years to the growth of our parent company OWLS, LLC. Next, with the recent announcement of Colin Kaepernick being the head of a major Nike campaign it became a very hot topic around the country. We give our take on the situation. Lastly, before the break, we explain how Le'veon Bell is using the entrepreneurial mindset in his contract negotiations.

After the break, we discuss the signs that it might be time to take a break. We talk about from if your health starts declining to not being able to stay focus. Lastly, we discuss the benefits of taking a break. Working from a beach can give you a new perspective.

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Think you are ready to leave your job? In this episode, we discuss just that. In the first segment, we talk about some of the signs that may lead you leaving your job. Dreading going to work and then procrastinating when you get there come to mind. Next, we shift to the process of actually quitting. Properly quitting is very important.

After the break, we discuss the next steps after quitting. Doing some traveling or taking time to just relax are important before to take on your next phase. Lastly, we discuss if entrepreneurship is the right move for you. There are some questions you should be honest and ask yourself about.

Ep. 39 The Language Of Entrepreneurship

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Is starting your league out of reach? In this episode, we give you the tools to do just that.

In the first half of the show, we discuss learning the models of successful leagues before you get started. This could be pivotal as you decide to create a local or national league. Next, we shift our focus to the type of venues to seek out to play league games. Lastly, before the break, we break down what to look for in a league commissioner if you decide not to do it yourself.

After the break we discuss, forming a board and considering creating a nonprofit for your league. Next, we shift to creating a schedule of why it's important to space out games and avoid scheduling conflicts. Lastly, we close the show with ways to generate revenue from selling tickets and streaming rights.

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Far too often society tells us that young entrepreneurs are the standard, which is not true. So in this episode, we discuss this notion and more. We consider some of the reason why older entrepreneurs have advantages over their younger counterparts. Life experiences and established relationships come to mind. Later we discuss one of the most significant issues of starting a company while having a family and how to overcome them.

After the break, preparing for a life of instability can be hard after having stability for so long. So in our third segment, we discuss how to pay bills while trying to get your startup off the ground. Lastly, we give you proof of concept as we share successful entrepreneurs that started late in life.

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