Go Get It with Rob Butler

Bailey Dougherty – Grit, Curiosity & Trusting Your Gut

🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Bailey Dougherty to explore a story of resilience, reinvention, and choosing purpose over expectations. From dreaming of becoming a sports agent, to building a successful career in marketing and advertising, to facing a life-changing cancer diagnosis — Bailey’s journey is one of grit, self-belief, and trusting your instincts even when the path isn’t straight. She opens up about what happens when life forces you to pause, reassess, and rebuild with intention, and why curiosity, courage, and alignment matter more than traditional definitions of success. ✅ Learn: How to turn adversity into clarity and direction Why curiosity fuels motivation and long-term growth The power of trusting your gut — especially when others disagree Why grit beats talent when it comes to meaningful success How to confidently pivot into new industries and opportunities 🚀 You’ll also hear how Bailey’s commitment to personal growth and purposeful living provides a grounded reminder: success isn’t linear — and sometimes the hardest chapters become the most defining. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories that inspire action and spark new ideas. 🔗 Connect with us 👉 instagram.com/gogetit.podcast [http://instagram.com/gogetit.podcast] 👉 linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast [http://linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast] 👉 tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast [http://tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast] #GoGetItPodcast #CareerPivot #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #Leadership #Motivation #GrowthMindset #CareerDevelopment #LifeAfterCancer

Taylor Simms-Brown: Success on Your Own Timeline

🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Taylor Simms-Brown, VP of Sales at Messy Mutts, to unpack a career built on consistency, curiosity, and long-term focus. From starting in housewares to helping grow a small pet brand into a North America–wide business, Taylor shares real lessons on staying committed, adapting to change, and finding freedom through flexibility and self-awareness. He talks candidly about watching industries collapse overnight, pivoting into new markets, and how to turn interpersonal skills into a lasting competitive edge. ✅ Learn: * Why success is a marathon, not a sprint * How curiosity and consistency build long-term opportunity * The realities of growing a business in a changing retail landscape * Why attaching revenue to your role unlocks flexibility * How knowing your motivations leads to real work-life balance 🚀 You’ll also hear how Taylor’s journey through entrepreneurship, product creation, and leadership offers a grounded perspective on building a fulfilling, resilient career. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories that inspire action and spark new ideas. 🔗 Connect with us 👉 instagram.com/gogetit.podcast [http://instagram.com/gogetit.podcast] 👉 linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast [http://linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast] 👉 tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast [http://tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast] #GoGetItPodcast #CareerGrowth #SalesLeadership #Entrepreneurship #WorkLifeBalance #Motivation #BusinessGrowth #PetIndustry

Jesse Clifford: Adapting Fast & Leading with Composure

🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Jesse Clifford, Sales Manager at Stream-Flo USA, to unpack what it really takes to rebuild your career and network from scratch — in a new country, new market, and during one of the most volatile periods in recent history. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Jesse made the leap to Texas to help expand Stream-Flo’s U.S. operations. What started as an exciting move quickly turned into a test of adaptability, leadership, and humility. From leading a distributed sales team through market swings to embracing technology and AI in a traditional industry, Jesse shares a grounded, insightful look at growth when nothing feels familiar. ✅ Learn: * How to rebuild your network from the ground up * The importance of adaptability and composure in volatile markets * Leading people through uncertainty and technological change * Investing in your team — and staying curious through it all * Why “it’s still a people business,” even in a digital age 🚀 You’ll also hear Jesse’s reflections on culture, leadership, and how to thrive when comfort and familiarity disappear. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real stories that inspire action and spark new ideas. 🔗 Connect with us 👉 instagram.com/gogetit.podcast [http://instagram.com/gogetit.podcast] 👉 linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast [http://linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast] 👉 tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast [http://tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast] #GoGetItPodcast #CareerGrowth #Leadership #Networking #SalesLeadership #EnergyIndustry #Adaptability #AIInBusiness #ProfessionalGrowth #GoGetIt

Rebecca Kacaba: Taking Risks & Owning Your Success

🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Rebecca Kacaba, Co-Founder and CEO of DealMaker, to unpack the mindset and momentum behind scaling one of Canada’s fastest-growing fintech companies. From her early days as a securities lawyer to leading a global platform that’s reimagined how capital is raised online, Rebecca shares a raw and practical look at entrepreneurship — what it really takes to bet on yourself, take risks that feel too big, and build a business through conviction and curiosity. ✅ Learn: * Why “there’s no bad time to take a risk” — and how Rebecca started DealMaker with two kids and a husband in grad school * How to turn legal expertise into startup innovation * The value of failing fast and learning faster * Why leadership starts with accountability and ownership * The importance of leaving every place better than you found it 🚀 You’ll also hear candid insights on scaling a tech company, communicating vision, and building a culture where resilience, risk, and results all work together. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories that inspire action and spark new ideas. 🔗 Connect with us 👉 www.instagram.com/gogetit.podcast [http://www.instagram.com/gogetit.podcast] 👉 www.linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast [http://www.linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast] 👉 www.tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast [http://www.tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast] #GoGetItPodcast #StartupMindset #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #DealMaker #FounderStory #BusinessGrowth #WomenInBusiness

Louise Whitehouse: Risk, Resilience & Restaurant Leadership

Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Louise Whitehouse, owner-operator of two popular Olly Fresco's restaurant locations in Calgary, to explore her unexpected leap from insurance and stay-at-home parenting into entrepreneurship. From opening her first restaurant while seven months pregnant to managing over 70 employees today, Louise shares her honest perspective on risk-taking, resilience, and building a people-first business. ✅ Learn: * Why risk tolerance and exit plans are critical in entrepreneurship * How Louise pivoted from insurance to restaurants — and thrived * The power of using your network (sometimes in surprising ways) * Why employees are the “gold” in any business and how to empower them * Lessons from balancing family, leadership, and ownership 🚀 You’ll also hear Louise’s candid take on the sacrifices, the steep learning curves, and the hidden rewards of chasing something new — even when it wasn’t part of the original plan. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories that inspire action and spark new ideas. 🔗 Connect with us 👉 www.instagram.com/gogetit.podcast/ [http://www.instagram.com/gogetit.podcast/] 👉 www.linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast [http://www.linkedin.com/company/go-get-it-podcast] 👉 www.tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast [http://www.tiktok.com/@gogetit.podcast] #GoGetItPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #WomenInBusiness #RestaurantOwner #Leadership #CareerPivot #Networking #TeamCulture