My mission of this podcast is simple. Workin’ 218 is out to connect entrepreneurs through a collection of stories, learning what passions have landed and/or kept them here to live their dream of owning and operating their businesses in Northern Minnesota. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/workin218/support
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"Workin' 218" Special Episode - Curt Christensen / Brainerd Area Networking Group
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In this episode we chat with Curt Christiansen about networking groups. Why should you be in one? What re the benefits to you? You don't have to be a business owner to network and grow your own business, use these groups to grow your own number of "Personal assistants" and let them help you be more successful! Find a group near you and get involved…
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“Workin’ 218” Episode 11 - Chris Shucker / Digital Horizons
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In this episode of the “Workin’ 218” podcast we meet Chris Shucker of Digital Horizons. Chris has a passion for home electronics and can make your place like the ones you see in movies! Here is his story...--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/workin218/support
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“Workin’ 218” Episode 10 Alexis Weber - Wandering Pine Studio
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Meet Alexis, she is the owner of a new little business in the Franklin Arts Center in Brainerd. Wandering Pine Studio features handmade items in the shop that vary from prints, books, jewelry, and paintings! Each are one of a kind, and she can also custom make her creations just for you! Here is her story...--- Support this podcast: https://podcast…
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“Workin’ 218” Episode 9 - Josh Collins - The Fort Bar & Grill
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In episode 9 of the Workin' 218 podcast, we meet Josh Collins. Josh and his wife are the owners of The Fort Bar & Grill in Fort Ripley. We will get to know Josh's history, and hear what makes "The Fort" the only restaurant of its kind in the entire state of Minnesota! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/workin218/suppo…
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"Workin' 218" Episode 8 - Patrick Sundberg / Jack Pine Brewery
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Meet Patrick Sundberg, owner of Jack Pine Brewery in Baxter, MN. From College to the brewhouse, Patrick has had a passion for beer. Listen to his story of how he turned it into a business in one of the most beautiful custom built buildings in town! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/workin218/support…
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"Workin' 218" Episode 7 - Kevin Vogel / Safari North
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This week we meet Kevin Vogel of the Safari North. How difficult is it to start your own zoo? What lessons can we take from Kevin when trying to get our own dreams to come to reality? It all started with a pet racoon! Here is the story...--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/workin218/support…
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“Workin’ 218” Episode 6 - Larry Middleton / Sullivan’s Resort
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In his previous career, Larry Middleton helped businesses with their success. Not only guiding them along their path, but building relationships, while making others become, and even stay successful. Now Larry and his wife Julie, take care of those on vacation. Here is his story.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/work…
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"Workin' 218" Episode 5 - Amanda Stone / Erickson's Greenhouse
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In this episode, we get to know Amanda. We learn that her little greenhouse is is the OLDEST retail establishment in the state?! Listen to her story and hear of some of the experiences that you just may not get in another industry. How can the lessons she has learned be used in your everyday life? And REALLY?! She can take a motorcycle over 130 mil…
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"Workin' 218" Episode 4 - Riley Nelsen / Dying to Film
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In this episode of the Workin’ 218 podcast, we meet Riley Nelson! Riley is a graduate of Brainerd high School and is in the business of creating videos that will help drive business to you. Listen to Riley's story, and his goals as we get to know him and the story of his company, Dying To Film! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.c…
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"Workin' 218" Episode 3 - Vern Lewis - Jacobs Realty / Red Rider Resort & Campground
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In this episode of the Workin’ 218 podcast, we meet Vern Lewis! After years in real estate, Vern and his wife Teffany are beginning a new adventure. We get to hear Vern’s history and a bit about this beautiful little resort just outside of Crosby, MN. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/workin218/support…
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"Workin' 218" Episode 2 - Keith Johnson - KJT / Kid Trucker
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In this episode we meet Keith Johnson. Keith started a small trucking company in Brainerd in 2008. How did he overcome the economic struggles? What is this new "Kid Trucker" project that he is working on now?? Lets find out!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/workin218/support…
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"Workin' 218" Episode 1 - What is this all about? And, just who is "The Real Craig J"?!
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Here is the first episode of the Workin’ 218 podcast! It is just an introduction to get rid of some of the fears, and run a practice session through the equipment. This episode is nothing more than a brief history of my work life. There will be many more stories, and examples of lessons I have learned as they are relevant in the conversations you h…
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