My Biggest Takeaway Podcast

Mark Joe | It Takes A Village

This week we welcome Mark Joe to the show. Mark is the owner of Omen Coffee here in St. Louis, MO. In this episode we discuss the challenges of opening a brick and mortar coffee shop compared to running an online business, as well as exploring the fear of failure and the tendency to settle for mediocrity. Mark shares his experience of finding peace and gratitude in prison and the importance of not letting fear hold you back, and discusses the fear of not giving it your all and the desire to make the most of every moment. He shares his personal journey of finding happiness through being present, grateful, and doing his best in every moment. Mark also talks about the obligation to participate in building a better community and the desire to inspire and bring light to others. The conversation concludes with the power of celebrating little wins and the impact of being a life-giving person.

Matt Lee | Team Waves

Thanks for joining us for another episode! This week we welcome Matt Lee to the show. He is the founder of Team Waves, and shares his journey from starting an online fitness coaching business to going full-time with it. He discusses the inspiration behind the Team Waves brand and how it is connected to his love for the Jersey Shore. Matt also highlights the importance of having a coach and the impact of playing collegiate sports on his mindset. He emphasizes the value of enjoying the journey and making gradual progress in fitness and life, and discusses the dangers of rapid progress and the need to create sustainable habits. Matt shares his personal experience of rebounding after shows and the importance of learning from those mistakes. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of enjoying the journey and reflecting on personal achievements.

Casey Gilbert | Embracing The Journey

This week we are happy to welcome Casey Gilbert to the show. In this conversation, Casey discusses the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and surrounding yourself with the right people. He shares a powerful experience of seeing his sister's artwork in an Airbnb in Montana, which served as a sign that he was in the right place. He also talks about his preparation for the Leadville 100 race and the mindset required to achieve challenging goals. He highlights the value of patience, consistency, trusting the process in various aspects of personal and professional growth, defining success and self-worth, and the importance of being present.

Bakker Shields | Good Friend and Business Partner

Welcome back to the show, this week we are joined by my business partner and friend, Bakker Shields. In this episode, Bakker discusses the importance of relationship building, overcoming challenges in the SaaS world, and the levels of problem-solving. He emphasizes the need for persistence and continuous innovation in business, and highlights the significance of understanding clients and industry trends, building trust and connection, and leading by example. He also talks about the value of content creation, personal branding, and giving away information while selling implementation. We then start the conversation around the government ban on TikTok, including the reasons the government is citing for the initiative. The conversation continues with the idea of a potential power play in TikTok's sale, the impact of TikTok's ban on businesses, the line of control and freedom, the uncertainty of TikTok's future, and the importance of building your own database.

Colin Wayne | Long Time Friend, Powerhouse Businessman

This week we are happy to welcome Colin Wayne to the show. Colin is a successful entrepreneur and military veteran, and we go way back. In this episode Colin discusses his journey from the military to entrepreneurship, the importance of focusing on one thing at a time, and the myth of multiple streams of income. He shares his experience overcoming setbacks and taking risks, as well as the defining moments in his life. He emphasizes the importance of finding joy and balance in life, aligning personal values with business, and setting goals and deadlines. Colin also provides insights into scaling a business and effective advertising strategies. He also highlights his take on the biggest mistake in business, which is the lack of diversification, and encourages entrepreneurs to explore different market opportunities. Colin's main takeaway is to have faith in yourself, apply effort, and be resilient in the face of challenges.