The Daily Grind

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The Daily Grind is a weekly goal-driven podcast hosted by Midwest native Kelly Johnson, motivating YOU on your ‘daily grind.' Every episode she sits down with a startup founder, business owner, sports professional, industry expert, or social media influencer giving you everyday tips and key takeaways to reaching your goals. Make every day count and as always, keep up the grind! #dailygrind

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June 16, 2026Episode 2335 min

S9 Episode 23: Gene Gerovich | Owner | B & M Mechanical

“Do the right thing, not the easy thing.” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Gene Gerovich @nyc_hvac_heroes. Gene is a sales leader, operator, and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience scaling businesses with a relentless focus on process, discipline, and people.He’s helped grow multiple companies 3X to 10X in under five years, and today he leads B&M Mechanical in New York City—an HVAC and refrigeration company serving the hospitality industry and major brands like Macy’s, McDonald’s, Burger King, Dunkin’, and more.S9 Episode 23: 6/16/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Gene GerovichFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://bmmechanical.nyc/Instagram: @nyc_hvac_heroes

June 11, 2026Episode 2229 min

S9 Episode 22: Rick Osborne | Co-Owner | Snowy Range Yurt Cabins

“Take one step at a time and your passion will show through.” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Rick Osborne @snowyrangeyurtcabins. Rick, along with his wife Stephanie, is the co-owner of Snowy Range Yurt Cabins—a family-owned mountain getaway nestled at the base of Wyoming’s stunning Snowy Range.What started as a personal love for hiking, fishing, and spending time in the mountains turned into something much bigger: a unique hospitality experience designed to help others unplug, reconnect, and create lasting memories. Snowy Range Yurt Cabins offer more than just a place to stay—it’s an immersive experience, combining the rugged beauty of the outdoors with thoughtful comforts like private hot tubs, cozy living spaces, and unforgettable mountain views. S9 Episode 22: 6/11/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Rick OsborneFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://snowyrangeyurtcabins.lodgify.com/ Instagram: @snowyrangeyurtcabins https://www.instagram.com/snowyrangeyurtcabins/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snowyrangeyurtcabins/

June 9, 2026Episode 2135 min

S9 Episode 21: Ariel Westphal | Founder | Blow Tissues

“Have some grit. Things get hard, but you are capable.” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Ariel Westphal @blowtissues. Ariel is the founder of Blow Tissues, a design-forward, refillable tissue system that swaps out those flimsy, forgettable cardboard boxes for a sleek, reusable solution made with bamboo-based tissues.What started as frustration with ugly, wasteful tissue boxes turned into a brand that sits at the intersection of home design, sustainability, and everyday convenience. With a background in retail buying and merchandising, Ariel built Blow on a simple idea: everyday essentials should be both pretty and useful.S9 Episode 21: 6/9/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Ariel WestphalFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://www.blowtissues.com/ Instagram: @blowtissues Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577071095758 TikTok: @blowtissues

June 4, 2026Episode 2021 min

S9 Episode 20: Meg Wold | Owner | Meg-A-Latte Coffee House

“If you have a vision, do it 110% and jump all in.” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Meg Wold @megalattecoffee, who is the founder and owner of Meg-A-Latte Coffee House—a specialty coffee brand that has grown from a single hometown shop into a nine-location business across North Dakota. They are known for its high-quality coffee, commitment to sustainability through partnerships like Dillano’s Coffee Roasters, and a culture rooted in passion, hard work, and loving others.S9 Episode 20: 6/4/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Meg WoldFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://meg-a-latte.com/ Instagram: @megalattecoffee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/megalattecoffee TikTok: @megscoffeehouse

June 2, 2026Episode 431 min

S9 Episode Bonus 4: Adina Solomon | Owner | Relevant Resume

“One of the most valuable traits is persistence.” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This bonus episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Adina Solomon @relevant_resume, the founder and head writer of Relevant Resume—a company dedicated to helping professionals tell their career stories in a way that actually gets results.Adina is a former journalist whose work has appeared in major publications like The Washington Post, Fast Company, and National Geographic. She’s interviewed thousands of people over the course of her career—an experience she now uses to uncover what makes each client stand out and translate that into compelling resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles.S9 Episode Bonus 4: 6/2/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Adina SolomonFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://atlantaresumewriters.com/ Instagram: @relevant_resumeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlantaresumewriting TikTok: @relevantresume

May 28, 2026Episode 1938 min

S9 Episode 19: Renea Moss | Author | Renea’s World

“Understanding yourself, understanding your quirks, understanding your weakness and your strengths, is your greatest strength.” with the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Renea Moss @rairenea, who is an award-winning, internationally recognized author, educator, inspirational speaker, and performer whose unapologetic creativity is reaching audiences around the world. Her latest project, No Apology in My Throat, is a powerful spoken word album which is an exploration of reclaiming your voice—especially after silence, doubt, or being told to shrink. It builds on a body of work that includes her books The Book of Rebellion and How a Honeybun Almost Took Me Out, both of which center honesty, identity, and growth. Beyond her artistry, Renea is also the founder of Forge Independent Schools, where she explores the intersection of education, creativity, and identity in transformative ways.S9 Episode 19: 5/28/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Renea MossFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://reneasworld.com/Instagram: @raireneaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RaiRenea/ X: @MamaMoss2TikTok: @reneasworld

May 26, 2026Episode 1833 min

S9 Episode 18: Matt Snyder | Founder | Bearwood Company

“Know thy self.” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Matt Snyder @bearwoodcompany, who is the founder of Bear Wood Company—a handcrafted woodworking business rooted in reclaimed materials, storytelling, and a deep sense of place.Founded in 2014, Bear Wood Company isn’t just about furniture or décor—it’s about preserving history. Matt and his team salvage wood from old barns, homes, and even bowling alleys, transforming those materials into one-of-a-kind pieces that carry the story of where they came fromS9 Episode 18: 5/26/26Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Matt SnyderFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://bearwoodcompany.com/ Instagram: @bearwoodcompany

May 21, 2026Episode 1326 min

S9 Episode 17: Jessica Renee | Personal Stylist

“Just try it on” with the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Jessica Renee @jessicarenee_style, who is a personal stylist who works primarily with female entrepreneurs and business owners, helping them align their wardrobe with the level of success they’re stepping into. Her work goes far beyond clothes—she helps women show up more confidently, attract higher-level clients, and feel powerful in their everyday lives. She specializes in refining wardrobes, building intentional personal style, and teaching women how to dress in a way that reflects the authority and brand they’re building.S9 Episode 17: 5/21/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Jessica ReneeFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://msha.ke/jessicareneestyle Instagram: @jessicarenee_style

May 19, 2026Episode 1655 min

S9 Episode 16: Michael Jacobson | CEO | French Florist

“Flowers are not a luxury” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Michael Jacobson @frenchflorist, who is CEO of French Florist, one of the fastest-growing floral brands in the U.S., redefining what’s possible in one of the world’s oldest industries. He’s built a high-performance franchise model that triples the revenue of traditional flower shops by fusing timeless artistry with modern technology and operational excellence. S9 Episode 16: 5/19/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Michael JacobsonFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://www.frenchflorist.com/ Instagram: @frenchfloristTik Tok: @frenchfloristX: @FrenchFlorist

May 14, 2026Episode 1539 min

S9 Episode 15: Jelena Ostrovska | Content Strategist | The Content Confidential

“Fortune favors the bold” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Jelena Ostrovska @jelenaostrovska, who is a content strategist, brand architect, and the voice behind The Content Confidential. Jelena is known for helping entrepreneurs close what she calls the ‘identity gap’ — the space between who you are and how you show up online — so your content doesn’t just look good… it actually converts.S9 Episode 15: 5/14/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Jelena OstrovskaFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/ X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://www.thecontentconfidential.com/identity-gap Instagram: @jelenaostrovskaX: @JOstrovska