Episode 10 - "Iconic Restaurant Rebranded" - Embracing change and Succeeding with David Finlayson

Episode 14 - "Becoming Better than Average" with LJ Walker

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295421/open_sms] LJ Walker found a passion for learning and gaining knowledge at a young age. He quickly began helping others his own age gain knowledge in grade school, and  also started developing skills to better mentor and help others with schoolwork. Through just an idea, his passion of helping others quickly turned into a business! With over 10,000 tutoring sessions to date, and 600,000 hours of logged tutoring time, LJ and his staff of 10 at "Better than Average Tutoring" are quickly helping the next generation gain an advantage in both Academics and life! They have received multiple awards, including Top 3 Tutoring center in Montgomery (2 years in a row), Voted Top Tutoring Center, Rising Star Award (LJ) Beta Sigma Alumnae Chapter, and LJ's personal achievement of "Top 40 under 40".  We talk about his journey, his passion for constant growth, and overcoming the many obstacles a young entrepreneur goes through in their pursuit to leave a legacy!

Episode 13 - "Building Communities" - New Construction and Development with Jimmy Rutland, President of Lowder New Homes

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295421/open_sms] James (Jimmy) W. Rutland, IV is a third-generation home builder and developer that has been in the residential construction, development and real estate sales business in Alabama for over 30 years.  A native of Montgomery and graduate of Auburn University, he currently serves as President of Lowder New Homes, Inc., which has been named numerous times to the Builder 100 by Builder magazine and Giant 400 by Professional Builder magazine.  He became a Certified Graduate Builder in 2004 and a Certified Green Professional in 2009 through the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and has been a Green Energy Key Builder as designated by the Home Builders Association of Alabama (HBAA) since 2007.

Episode 12 - "Serving with Honor: A Soldier's Lessons in Leadership" with Colonel Glenn Schmick

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295421/open_sms] Colonel Glenn Schmick has  been in an Army uniform for over 34 years, and just recently released "Serving with Honor: A soldier's lessons in leadership".  He started as a Private First Class in the National Guard and his last assignment with the Army before coming to Maxwell to teach was the commander of the 18th MP Brigade (about 2500-3000 folks) in Europe. He has spent the last 4 years teaching senior government leaders how to make the change to thinking strategically and leading at the national and international level.   Colonel Schmick has been to roughly 51 countries, served about 1000 days in the desert and Afghanistan, with the longest tour being about 15 months. We talk about his journey, the lessons learned, and how he applies those lessons to everyday life! He is retiring soon and is looking to coach and mentor in leadership.

Episode 11 - 10 lessons learned from my first 10 podcasts

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295421/open_sms] After my first ten episodes of the podcast, I felt I owed it to those who shared their story, to share how it impacted me. I share what lesson I walked away with from each guest that attended the show. I hope these lessons are helpful and give you something to think about!  Also, if you enjoyed this, please take a few seconds and like and subscribe, or rate the channel on Spotify/Apple Podcast - it helps out tremendously!  All the best, Lyle

Episode 10 - "Iconic Restaurant Rebranded" - Embracing change and Succeeding with David Finlayson

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295421/open_sms] David Finlayson, owner of "Epicure and Jack's Tavern" (formerly Fantail) is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to owning and operating a successful Restaurant.  Involved in the food and service industry since 1994, David's parents were Restaurant owners as well - owning multiple Iconic Restaurants in the area. David has since taken over formerly the largest Restaurant in Alabama, with seating for over 600, and has set a new standard for dining experience. Epicure & Jack's Tavern actively supports the local community by sourcing ingredients from local producers, from beer to grits, to enrich our menu with locally inspired dishes. Their commitment extends beyond the kitchen; by engage in community events and fostering partnerships that contribute positively to our local economy. Their dedication to quality, community, and sustainability shapes every aspect of their dining experience!