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Episode OverviewIn this episode of Small Business Origins, host John Kelley welcomes sales expert Walter Crosby from the Sales and Cigars Podcast and Helix Sales Development. Walter dives deep into th…

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Episode OverviewIn this episode of Small Business Origins, host John Kelley welcomes sales expert Walter Crosby from the Sales and Cigars Podcast and Helix Sales Development. Walter dives deep into the world of sales strategies, the intricate dynamics of sales teams, and the essential mindset needed to thrive in business. They share insights on the importance of culture, leadership, and Personal Development in driving sales success.Main Topics DiscussedThe connection between personal experiences and professional success.The significance of sales skills and mindset for entrepreneurs.Strategies …

OverviewIn this episode of the Small Business Origins podcast, host John Kelley interviews Jason Hassenstab, the founder of Elevated Development. The conversation dives deep into Jason's personal jour…

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OverviewIn this episode of the Small Business Origins podcast, host John Kelley interviews Jason Hassenstab, the founder of Elevated Development. The conversation dives deep into Jason's personal journey, his entrepreneurial spirit, and the development process of Real Estate in the growing Tomball area. Listeners gain insights into construction, real Estate investment, and building community, making it a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs and those interested in real estate development.Key Topics DiscussedBackground Stories: Jason reflects on his childhood experiences in the construction b…

In this episode of the Small Business Origins podcast, host John The Marketer welcomes Teresa and Bryan from The Hutson Group, a prominent development and property management company based in Tomball,…

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In this episode of the Small Business Origins podcast, host John The Marketer welcomes Teresa and Bryan from The Hutson Group, a prominent development and property management company based in Tomball, Texas. Another feature of the Tomball Economic Development Corporation, they share their Family's journey into real estate, the importance of preserving the town's historical charm, and their commitment to supporting local businesses. The conversation dives into family Legacy, community impact, and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives their work in Old Town Tomball.Topics:The origin story of Th…

In this engaging episode of Small Business Origins, host John The Marketer sits down with Matt Lawrence, founder of Lone Star Development, to explore the journey of building a family-owned real estate…

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In this engaging episode of Small Business Origins, host John The Marketer sits down with Matt Lawrence, founder of Lone Star Development, to explore the journey of building a family-owned real estate development company deeply rooted in community values. From growing up in a small Texas town surrounded by entrepreneurship to managing multi-million-dollar development projects in Tomball, Matt shares insights on balancing work, family, and business Growth. Discover how Lone Star Development transforms properties with a people-first approach and works hand-in-hand with the Tomball Economic Devel…

This episode of the Small Business Origins podcast features guest Alexis Haselberger, a time management and productivity coach from San Francisco. She shares her personal journey into entrepreneurship…

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This episode of the Small Business Origins podcast features guest Alexis Haselberger, a time management and productivity coach from San Francisco. She shares her personal journey into entrepreneurship and Coaching, as well as advice for improving efficiency, prioritization, planning, focus, and more. You'll hear all about how she got started, and how she can help you.Main discussion points:- Alexis' transition from working at startups to starting her own business- Common time management myths and mistakes- Strategies for productivity, planning, prioritization - Building sustainable habits- Man…

This episode we speak with Tiago Fiara, a solopreneur, business coach, and consultant from Portugal. Hear Tiago's journey from working at Google to becoming an entrepreneur, the common traps entrepren…

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This episode we speak with Tiago Fiara, a solopreneur, business coach, and consultant from Portugal. Hear Tiago's journey from working at Google to becoming an entrepreneur, the common traps entrepreneurs fall into, and advice for starting and growing a business.Main Discussion Points:- Leaving corporate jobs to pursue entrepreneurial dreams- Dealing with "shiny object syndrome" and lack of focus - Importance of getting a business coach/consultant - Steps for identifying your target customer and finding product/market fit- Leveraging your existing network to generate leads and salesGuest Bio:M…

This episode of Small Business Origins features Sabrina Osso, the founder of OSSO Safe, an organization working to prevent domestic violence through Education and Technology. The conversation covers S…

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This episode of Small Business Origins features Sabrina Osso, the founder of OSSO Safe, an organization working to prevent domestic violence through education and technology. The conversation covers Sabrina's childhood experiences with domestic violence, the inspiration behind starting OSSO Safe, and details on their core product offering for landlords and property managers.Main Discussion Points:- Sabrina's challenging upbringing in a home with domestic violence and her realization that she wanted to help others in similar situations- An overview of the OSSO Safe certification program that co…

This podcast episode features entrepreneur Chris Joyce discussing his company Gusher, which helps founders build startups without needing external funding. He provides insight into leveraging "sweat e…

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This podcast episode features entrepreneur Chris Joyce discussing his company Gusher, which helps founders build startups without needing external funding. He provides insight into leveraging "sweat equity" and performance-based partnerships to get ideas off the ground. Gusher is a facilitator for startups, without a big investment needed.Key Discussion Points:- Origins of Gusher after seeing barriers entrepreneurs faced in securing traditional VC funding- Using "performance-based equity" model to build startups with expertise rather than Money - Recruiting team members who believe in the id…

This episode of the Small Business Origins podcast features guest David Encarnacion, the founder of Day Care Accounting Pro. They discuss David's journey into entrepreneurship, from working various jo…

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This episode of the Small Business Origins podcast features guest David Encarnacion, the founder of Day Care Accounting Pro. They discuss David's journey into entrepreneurship, from working various jobs like driving a cab and bartending while attending college, to becoming a stockbroker and eventually an accountant focused on helping daycares. If you have tax questions and would like to limit your liability, this episode is for you!Main discussion points:- The importance of tax planning for Small Businesses instead of just tax preparation- Common mistakes David sees daycares making with their …

This episode of Small Business Origins features Kat Polsinelli, founder of Agent Services Plus and host of the "A Real Chat with Kat" podcast. They have an insightful conversation about Kat's origin s…

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This episode of Small Business Origins features Kat Polsinelli, founder of Agent Services Plus and host of the "A Real Chat with Kat" podcast. They have an insightful conversation about Kat's origin story, from getting pregnant at 16 and overcoming an abusive relationship, to finding purpose in entrepreneurship and coaching. Listeners can expect to learn about limiting beliefs, rebuilding after Trauma, the importance of networking and collaborating, and Kat's unique approach to business coaching.Main Discussion Points:- Overcoming trauma and limiting beliefs - Leaving an abusive relationship a…

In this episode of Small Business Origins we speak with Marissa Fernandez, founder of Marissa Fernandez LLC, an executive coaching company. Tune in as we discuss Marissa's journey from climbing the co…

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In this episode of Small Business Origins we speak with Marissa Fernandez, founder of Marissa Fernandez LLC, an executive coaching company. Tune in as we discuss Marissa's journey from climbing the corporate ladder to starting her own business, how coaching can help both individuals and companies perform better, and mindset shifts around money and confidence that are critical for entrepreneurial success. Main Discussion Points:- Marissa didn't initially consider entrepreneurship. She followed a traditional corporate path inspired by her parents' careers (timestamp 00:09:44).- Getting laid off…

**Trigger Warning** We discuss some pretty heavy topics such as veteran & first responder suicide, Mental Health, life stressors, etc... We also use some colorful language. Nothing here is overtly…

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**Trigger Warning** We discuss some pretty heavy topics such as veteran & first responder suicide, mental Health, life stressors, etc... We also use some colorful language. Nothing here is overtly offensive, but you should use caution listening around children, or those sensitive to these subjects.Join us as we discuss veteran and first responder mental health with Wes Drake from Camp Comrade and Jason and Patty Corthell from Guardian Grounds Ranch. These guests represent non-profit organizations focused on supporting veterans and first responders through initiatives related to mental heal…