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From Silent Phones to Fully Booked; A Car Detailing Startup Story

What does it really take to start a business from nothing? In this episode, we sit down with a local business owner who launched her car detailing company just a few months ago, and has already experienced the highs and lows that come with building something from the ground up. From days of silent phones and slow starts to suddenly juggling more she than expected, she shares the real, unfiltered journey of getting a business off the ground. We talk about thepower of persistence, figuring out the financial side as you go, and the people and tools that helped turn an idea into something real.

The Business of a Good Time: Behind the Scenes of Profitable Events

What does it really take to pull off a successful festival? In this episode, we sit down with one of the masterminds behind northern Michigan favorites, Flapjack & Flannel and Suds & Snow, to go beyond the beer, wine, and flannel, and into the real story behind the scenes. From early financial risks and unexpected costs to what actually makes these events profitable, we’re breaking down the numbers, the lessons learned, and the moments that almost made him walk away. If you’ve ever thought about starting your own event, side hustle, or business, this one’s packed with real talk you won’t hear anywhere else.

Small Start, Smart Scale: The Happy Camper Coffee Story

A coffee shop in a camper might sound like a fun experiment, but for Happy Camper Coffee Co [https://www.happycampercoffee.co/] it was just the beginning. In this episode, we talk about the unexpected leap from mobile setup to full storefront, how that transition happened so quickly, and the intentional choices that made it work, like keeping prices steady while everything else scaled up. It’s a story about timing, trust, and building something your town shows up for again and again.

Hooked on Hustle: Turning Crochet into Cash

Crocheting might look like a cozy hobby, but behind every handmade piece is time, strategy, and a whole lot of decision-making. In this episode, we sit down with the creator of Yarn Over Hook (YOH) to talk about what it really takes to turn a creative passion into a source of income. From the cost of materials and hours spent on each piece, to pricing, sellingon Etsy, and navigating craft shows, we’re breaking down the business side of handmade goods. We also get into the real questions: Is it actually profitable? What’s worth the time, and what’s not? And how do you balance doing something you love with making sure it pays? If you’ve ever thought about turning your hobby into a side hustle… this episode is your reality check, in the best way.

From One Key to Many Doors: Growing a Short-Term Rental Business

Ever wonder how someone turns one short-term rental into a full-blown business? In this episode, we sit down with Dan Brady, owner of Adventure North Vacation Rentals, to talk about how he started with just one Airbnb and slowly grew it into a thriving portfolio of properties.   Dan shares the real story behind getting started, how he keeps each property budget-friendly, and the smart money moves that helped him grow without going broke along the way.   Even better? Dan genuinely loves helping others get started in the short-term rental world, so we dig into the lessons he’s learned, mistakes to avoid, and why this business can be more accessible than people think.   If you’ve ever thought about owning a vacation rental, or just love a good entrepreneurial story, this episode is packed with insight.