B is for Business

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On B is for Business, John Jakubisin sits down with entrepreneurs, founders, and inventors to hear their stories and share them with you! Each episode delves into the journey of the guest, uncovering their highs and lows, and their make-or-break moments. You’ll hear first hand how a guest has navigated obstacles, get their take on current trends, and gain valuable advice for making your ideas a reality. Find every episode on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or your favorite platform.

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November 25, 2024Episode 1257 min

Unleashing Creativity and Organizing Your Life ׀ Andy Hickman ׀ Ep.12

Andy is the founder of hēl, an organization dedicated to helping people unleash their creativity and organize their lives. If this conversation with Andy Hickman resonates strongly with you, you will want to read his Landmark Letters, which are a free and thoughtful distillation of the what and why of hēl. In this series of 13 letters you will: Hear audio clips of practitioners experiencing healing Learn the personal story of Andy's neurotic breakdown at age 17, which planted the seed for the creation of hēl Rediscover the nature of organization Understand how to make choosing in life easy To read Andy's Landmark Letters for free, go to www.hel.co and click the "hēl your creativity" button". To subscribe to the B is for Business newsletter, connect on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

March 11, 2024Episode 1130 min

Going and Getting as an Educator, Author, and Motivational Speaker ׀ Chip Baker ׀ Ep.11

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features Chip Baker. Chip is a fourth-generation educator as well as author and motivational speaker. Driven by his passion for learning and sharing knowledge with others, Chip’s career has all stemmed from his years of teaching and coaching. Chip has shared his experiences and others' experiences in a five-part series titled, "The Impact of Influence." This series is just five of the seventeen books Chip has penned. To share the message of these series and more, Chip became a motivational speaker. Connect with Chip Baker and follow Chip on Instagram @chipbakertsc and Twitter @ChipBaker19 as well as his YouTube channel and podcast, The Success Chronicles. To subscribe to the newsletter, connect on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

March 4, 2024Episode 1028 min

Advancing From Tradesman to Business Owner ׀ Tim Cook ׀ Ep.10

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features Tim Cook. From a young age, Tim watched his father operate a lumber yard and hardware store - observing contractors and tradesmen at work - a theme that would last throughout his career. His first official job was working in his brother's kitchen and bathroom remodeling business, learning all disciplines from plumbing to electrical. As his career advanced he thrived in two positions managing networks of hundreds to thousands of contractors and inspectors. Eventually, Tim found the right niche that would scratch his itch to start his own business. In 2017, Tim founded Level 1 Property Solutions a company that provides holistic remodeling and renovation services to property managers and investors. To subscribe to the newsletter, connect on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

February 19, 2024Episode 936 min

Enjoying the Journey from DJ to Entrepreneur ׀ Peter Schroeder ׀ Ep.9

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features Peter Schroeder. Peter started his career at a young age, touring around Denmark on Danmark’s radio at age 11. He launched his first company in his late teens, a social media platform for artists in Scandinavia. Peter then went full-time to DJing, producing, and recording - eventually being a part of 20 platinum records and 40 gold records. Peter launched his latest venture, Telzio, in 2013. Telzio is a cloud-based phone system and has been adopted by Fortune 500 companies as well as emergency service agencies. To subscribe to the newsletter, connect on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

January 15, 2024Episode 838 min

Connecting the Public and Private Sectors ׀ Dr. Rick Fernandez ׀ Ep.8

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features Dr. Rick Fernandez. Rick began his career as an educator and collegiate basketball coach. After a few short years, others began to recognize Rick’s ability to take leadership and make change happen. Rick began working his way up the ranks within education, advancing from roles as an Assistant Principal to a Principal and then to a superintendent. At every level, Rick saw things that needed improvement and wanted to influence more change. During this time Rick started The Path Forward podcast, a show where he sits down with those embedded in education to discuss the challenges they're facing and potential solutions. Rick currently serves as a consultant helping to bring innovative practices to education. To subscribe to the newsletter, connect on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

January 8, 2024Episode 727 min

Putting Ideas Into Action ׀ James O’Reilly ׀ Ep.7

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features James O'Reilly, founder of The Broken Binnacle and co-founder of Seeing Double Bartending. After his graduation from university James recognized the value in his humanities education and wanted to continue an exploration of philosophy and history and much more. James started The Broken Binnacle, a substack-based publication that shares articles, creative writing, and poetry while also fostering a community that discusses and furthers exploration into the humanities. While not growing The Broken Binnacle or helping DC-based non-profits, James is building a bartending business, Seeing Double Bartending with his identical twin brother, hence the name. To subscribe to the newsletter, connect on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

December 11, 2023Episode 61 hr 0 min

Scaling with Values and Trust ׀ Mark McShurley ׀ Ep.6

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features Mark McShurley, co-founder of RoofSimple. Mark's entrepreneurial journey kicked off in his early teens when he began knocking on doors, offering lawn-mowing services. Progressing into his high school years, he took the plunge into entrepreneurship by establishing a small company focused on staining decks, working alongside a friend and a handful of employees. As Mark delved into the realm of roofing sales, he honed his expertise in customer relations, preparing himself for the eventual leap into business ownership. In collaboration with his business partner, Marty, Mark co-founded RoofSimple, and since its inception in 2015, the company has flourished as a highly reputable company in the Shenandoah Valley. Learn more about RoofSimple here. To listen on all platforms, connect with us on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

December 4, 2023Episode 527 min

Creating Lasting Wealth Through Real Estate ׀ Brandon Lowkaran ׀ Ep.5

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features Brandon Lowkaran, the founder of The Lowkaran Group. Brandon embarked on his career in architecture, initially through an apprenticeship. After refining his expertise in both architecture and construction, he transitioned into the realm of real estate. His journey led to the establishment of The Lowkaran Group, a real estate investment firm. In addition to managing his own investments and facilitating client transactions, Brandon leads a community of real estate investors on a quest for financial freedom. Within this community, Brandon assumes the role of a guide, collaborating with strategic partners to empower individuals in attaining enduring wealth through real estate. Connect with Brandon on LinkedIn and learn more about The Lowkaran Group here. To listen on all platforms, connect with us on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

November 20, 2023Episode 433 min

Transitioning from a Career to Entrepreneurship ׀ Scott Jancy ׀ Ep.4

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features Scott Jancy, the founder and CEO of Networked Leaders. Scott began his career as an architect and then transitioned into project and program management roles. After building a successful 20-year career in these roles, Scott decided to branch out on his own. Through concepts developed in his blog, Scott realized that the next generation of leaders was being underserved. Scott founded Networked Leaders an organization that empowers emerging leaders with the skills to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Listen in to Scott's stories and advice on 'B is for Business.' To listen on all platforms, connect with us on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness

November 13, 2023Episode 332 min

Creating a New Social Network ׀ Dan Jakubisin ׀ Ep.3

This episode of 'B is for Business,' features Dan Jakubisin, the founder and CEO of Doorward. After cutting his teeth in property management and architectural firms, Dan realized there was gap in the resources available for independent real estate investors. To solve this need Dan founded Doorward, the first social network dedicated to real estate, otherwise known as ‘Social Real Estate.' The Doorward platform brings together the best of social media and real estate tools to provide a cohesive platform for real estate associations, DIY landlords, and independent operators. Listen in to hear Dan's stories and advice on 'B is for Business.' To listen on all platforms, connect with us on social, or learn more, go to: https://linktr.ee/BisforBusiness