Square One goes beyond surface-level discussions and delves into the nitty-gritty details of real-world entrepreneurship. Our guests openly share their failures and setbacks, along with the lessons they learned from these experiences. You’ll gain a profound understanding of the challenges entrepreneurs face and how they overcome them, allowing you to anticipate and navigate similar hurdles on your journey.
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E40 - What’s Your Budget? How to Win Business in Video Production – Seth Loomis Goes Back to Square One
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Seth Loomis is the owner of Loomis Productions, a film production company that specializes in video advertising. Key Takeaways: Why you should never lower your rate to win a project Building a portfolio, even if it’s “fake” Why you should hide your camera gear, especially in hotel elevators Links: Loomis Productions website: loomisproductions.com A…
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E39 - Deep Dive into the Scuba Business – Kevin Angelilli Goes Back to Square One
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Kevin Angelilli is the owner of TriStar Scuba and is a PADI certified instructor. Key Takeaways: Why you should check the books before going into business with someone How to do a breakeven analysis (with examples) so you price your services properly The ins and outs of diving and becoming PADI certified Links: Tri-Star Scuba: tristarscuba.com Abou…
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E38 - Balancing Family and Business - Brandon Goff Goes Back to Square One
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Brandon Goff is the owner of Idaho Elite Inspection Team. He previously owned and sold Mountains to Sound Home Inspection in Seattle. Key Takeaways: In our first-ever virtual episode, we welcome Brandon Goff all the way from Idaho. He shares how he balances time between his business and family by having date days with his kids and wife. Plus, what …
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E37 - Job Security is a Myth - Haydynn Fike Goes Back to Square One
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Haydynn Fike is the owner of SouthEast Best Real Estate Meetup. He’s a professional connector, real estate investor, and podcast host of “The Art of Connecting.” Key Takeaways: In this episode, Haydynn shares how “misplaced words” cost him his lucrative job, but launched the start of his entrepreneurial career. We also talk about how job security i…
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E36 - "Whatever, Fridge" - Neil Turner Goes Back to Square One
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Neil Turner is the owner of River City Moving, a residential and commercial moving company. Key Takeaways: In this episode, Neil shares the challenges he faced in branching off from a major moving company in Greenville, South Carolina to start his own venture in Chattanooga. He also shares a few moving horror stories, why partnering with ineffectiv…
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E35 - Mickey Swafford Goes Back to Square One
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Mickey Swafford owns Chattanooga Jiu-Jitsu Academy, Chattanooga’s premier self-defense martial arts academy. He also co-owns Swafford Beef, a cattle farm in Pikeville that has been in operation for five generations. Key Takeaways: In this episode, Mickey shares what led him to turn his passion for Jiu-Jitsu into a business, the difference between o…
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E34 - Andrew Ball Goes Back to Square One
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Andrew Ball is the owner of Basement Correctors, a company that corrects water issues in basements, crawl spaces, and foundations. Key Takeaways: In this episode, Andrew shares why it’s always important to do things the right way and give 100% effort, how to retain employees, and how he got started in the industry - which is how he recommends other…
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E33 - Vincent Phipps Goes Back to Square One
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Vincent Phipps is the owner of Communication VIP Training and Coaching, where he teaches people how to communicate with others effectively through keynotes, interactive workshops, and 1:1 consulting. In this episode, for possibly the first time ever, Vincent defends the word “um”?? If you have ever met him, you know this is a big deal! He also shar…
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E32 - Rich Mozingo Goes Back to Square One
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Rich Mozingo is the President of the Chattanooga Lookouts. In this episode, Rich shares advice for professionals on what actions could lead to a positive ROI, why the Lookouts have an alternate identity of the Wreckers this season, and, of course, the most up-to-date information about the new stadium. Rich also shares two of his favorite Lookouts s…
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E31 - Cameron Brown Goes Back to Square One
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Cameron Brown is the Membership Representative for the National Federation of Independent Businesses, a member-driven organization that advocates for small and independent business owners nationwide. In this episode, Cameron shares his 4 daily disciplines (G.E.T. R.E.A.L.), why you should get rid of things that are in “4th place,” and the story beh…
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E30 - Jason Smith Goes Back to Square One
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Jason Smith is a coach for Catch a Lift, a non-profit that enables post-9/11 combat injured veterans all over the U.S. to recover and rehabilitate both physically and mentally through physical fitness, motivation, and support. In this episode, Jason shares how he lost both of his legs by stepping on an IED, which led him down a dark path but ultima…
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E29 - Dr. Callie Lance Goes Back to Square One
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Dr. Callie Lance is the owner of Chattanooga Sports Chiropractic Institute, a chiropractic clinic that focuses on empowering the athlete within you. Some people have stigmatized the chiropractic industry as “cracking necks and cashing checks” but in this episode, Callie shares her vastly different approach to patient care. She also shares her two-h…
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E28 - Jessie Gantt-Temple Goes Back to Square One
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Jessie Gantt-Temple is the owner of Feathers & Fruit, a farm with about 200 chickens and an orchard with a variety of fruits. In this episode, Jessie shares the blunt realities of farm life (it’s not all that the farmfluencers crack it up to be), the importance of sustainable practices like zero-waste and composting, and why you should follow your …
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E27 - Jordan Lindley Goes Back to Square One
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Jordan Lindley is the owner of Market Street Creative, a social media management company that specializes in helping realtors and mortgage lenders. In this episode, Jordan shares her technique of “friendship first, business second,” how to partner with other businesses to grow each other’s spheres, and why you should start and end your day with the…
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E26 - Madison McCann Goes Back to Square One
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Madison McCann is the owner of SpeakEasy Productions, which provides podcast production and editing services. In this episode, we talk about what to do when a potential client ghosts you, why you should compete with your spouse financially, how to invest for the future, and why you should start your business with a good team. You can learn more abo…
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E25 - Mac Hibbett Goes Back to Square One
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Mac Hibbett owns a property management company, Hibbett Homes, and is a realtor with Crye-Leike. In this episode, we talk about how never having a “real” job has led him to be a successful entrepreneur, how someone could make $5M/year in property management, and how “cheaping out” on projects never works out… and might end up with you showering in …
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E24 - Ashley Schendel Goes Back to Square One
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Ashley Schendel is the owner of Transaction Management Support, which provides administrative support to real estate agents (which is not just paperwork, by the way). In this episode, Ashley shares how she starts her day by taking care of the “minimum effective dose” that Tim Ferriss teaches about in his book, The 4-Hour Work Week. We also talk abo…
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E23 - Andrew Zito Goes Back to Square One
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Andrew Zito is the Vice President of the Chattanooga Lookouts. In this episode, Andrew shares how he worked his way up through the Lookouts since starting in 2012 as a concessions intern. He also shares advice for building a positive workplace culture and an update on the new stadium. You can learn more about Andrew Zito on the Lookouts website her…
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E22 - Darren Miller and Sydney Blackwell Go Back to Square One
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Darren Miller and Sydney Blackwell have started a joint venture, Goosehead Insurance, after seeing an area that their real estate clients needed help with. In this episode, we talk about operating agreements, waking up early and hustling, getting burned in business (and what to do about it), and surrounding yourself with people who are at the level…
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E21 - Matt Hullander Goes Back to Square One
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Matt Hullander is a serial entrepreneur and successful businessman. Matt grew Hullco to become one of the largest exterior remodeling companies in the country before selling the business in 2021. Now, his companies include V2 Strategy, V2 Ventures, V2 Properties, and V2 Aviation, and he’s a partner in several real estate development, private equity…
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E20 - Jonathan Gonzalez Goes Back to Square One
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Jonathan Gonzalez is a local Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty and he is also the host of The JG Podcast, which brings together exceptional high achievers from various industries. In this episode, Jonathan shares how conquering his past addictions completely reframed his mindset. We also talk about hiring a business coach, why you should go all in …
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E19 - Dr. Matt Smith Goes Back to Square One
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Dr. Matt Smith co-owns REV Optimal Living with his wife, Dr. Monica Smith. In this episode, we talk about working with your spouse (and other family members), how to create a community within your business, accepting stress and growing through it, the theory of “radical transparency,” and taking ownership of your life. You can learn more about Dr. …
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E18 - Justin Bethune Goes Back to Square One
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Justin Bethune is the owner of Crawl Logic, Window Source, Home Source Network, and Build Something Media. In this episode, we discuss building your business (not your ego). We also break down what the proper percentages should be for overhead, fixed costs, and profit. Plus, how Justin is “bringing respect back” to tradesmen. You can learn more abo…
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E17 - Bri Goodrich Goes Back to Square One
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Bri Goodrich is the owner of Goodrich Homes, a Keller Williams real estate team. In this episode, we discuss what it’s like to work with a spouse, specifically when it’s not a partnership and one person is the boss! Bri also shares what it’s like to be a recovering workaholic and how she combats hustle culture and sets boundaries. *Content Warning:…
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E16 - Thomas DeMoss Goes Back to Square One
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Thomas DeMoss is the owner of Chattanooga Property Solutions, a company that provides solutions for folks with challenging real estate issues and those who need to sell their home for cash. In this episode, we discuss the ups and downs of owning 40+ rental properties, tips for people wanting to get started in real estate investing, and how to have …
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E15 - Meet the Host (Pt 2) Isaiah Williams Goes Back to Square One
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Isaiah Williams is the Head of Business Development for Omni Home Services, the parent company of Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, Yellow Door Vacation Rentals, and Radon Eraser. In this episode, Isaiah shares practical tips for hiring and retaining employees, including personality tests, job postin…
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E14 - Meet the Host (Pt 1) Malcolm Godwin Goes Back to Square One
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Malcolm Godwin is the owner of Omni Home Services, which is the parent company of Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, Yellow Door Vacation Rentals, and Radon Eraser. In this episode, Malcolm shares the path that led him to start Chattanooga Home Inspector 8 years ago, the failures that he’s experienced…
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E13 - Jason Bowers Goes Back to Square One
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Jason Bowers is the owner of Bitter Alibi, Dilemma, Daily Ration, Clever Ale House, and Civil Provisions, and the soon-to-be owner of two more restaurants opening in 2024. In this episode, Jason shares how he comes up with the names of his restaurants/bars, how he went from teaching ESL to opening Bitter Alibi with only $11,000, and how he handles …
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This week we're going back to square one with our very own, Drew Bain, the CEO of Chattanooga Home Inspector. In this episode, Drew shares horror stories of home inspections gone wrong, how he implemented the Entrepreneurship Operating System (EOS) to help employees succeed, and his loyalty to the company by getting a CHI-inspired tattoo. You can l…
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E11 - Todd Stancil Goes Back to Square One
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Todd Stancil is the SVP of Commercial Banking at Truist. In this episode, Todd shares advice for business owners who are looking for funding, as well as for people who want to grow their careers in the banking industry. He also shares how to bounce back after a big failure and then we crunch numbers and break down industry jargon that is often over…
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E10 - Justin Mace Goes Back to Square One
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Justin Mace is the CEO and Founder of Moxie Van Co, which converts campervans. In this episode, Justin shares the key to Moxie’s success over the past three years, including pricing models, managing employees, and his unique mindset of how customers should leave as friends, all of which can be implemented in other industries too! You can learn more…
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E9 - Collin and Tim Daniell Go Back to Square One
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Collin and Tim Daniell are Financial Planners at BD Planning Partners (co-owned with Brad Burcham). In this episode, we hear from “The Money Doctor” and “The Quarterback” about making money with a healthy work/life balance, why succession planning is so important, and their go-to sales tactic to keep the phones ringing. You can learn more about Col…
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E8 - Jon Lawrence Goes Back to Square One
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Jon Lawrence is the Sales Director for Chattanooga Whiskey Company, which was named Craft Producer of the Year this year in both America and worldwide. In this episode, we discuss the successes and failures of building a brand over the course of 12 years. Jon also shares a great sales tactic called the “Fast Muscle Twitch” and the meaning behind “W…
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Chris Wood (AKA “Startup Chris”) is the co-owner of Be Caffeinated, HiveThink, Morning Bee Bakery, and New Wave Coffee Roasters. In this episode, we dive mostly into Be Caffeinated and Chris shares his “upside down trickle down effect” behind prioritizing employees’ happiness, why he doesn’t view other shops as competition, and where each of the bu…
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E6 - Elaine Zambos Goes Back to Square One
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Elaine Zambos is the Executive Director of BNI Southeast Tennessee, which she purchased in 2017, and since then has doubled the number of chapters in the region. In this episode, Elaine explains the complexities of managing 23 groups of people, how to successfully build 1:1 relationships, and how to work in your “flame” rather than your “wax.” She …
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Will Jones is the owner of Tom’s Carpet and Flooring Outlet, which he purchased in March of 2022 after working in the business for over 15 years. In this episode, Will shares the pros and cons of buying an established business, what gave him the motivation to complete a 100-mile Ultramarathon, and his story of recovery from addiction. **Please be a…
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Tom Ferry is the Founder and CEO of the real estate industry’s leading coaching and training company, Ferry International. He has over 35,000 hours of coaching experience and works daily to help agents and brokers grow a prosperous business. Tom is also a highly sought-after keynote speaker, best-selling author, and startup investor. In this episod…
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E3 - Bryan Hensley Goes Back to Square One
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Bryan is the co-owner of Right at Home, which provides personalized in-home care and assistance. In this episode, we discuss what you should know before you buy into a franchise, why you should never say no for someone else, and how to define your business’s core values. You can learn more about Bryan Hensley and Right at Home here. Follow us on Fa…
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E2 - Matt Carlson Goes Back to Square One
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Matt is the President and CEO of Boundless Moving & Storage, which operates in Chattanooga, Cleveland, and Charlotte. In this episode, we discuss how to retain good employees and how to successfully expand your business into new markets. Plus, Matt shares the story of the time he ran to Boston (literally) and why long-distance running is similar to…
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E1 - Doug Edrington Goes Back to Square One
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Doug is the Managing Partner of The Edrington Team, the top-producing real estate team in Chattanooga which is ranked #6 nationally within the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices network for the amount of homes sold. In this episode, we discuss how to set clear expectations with employees, the only situation in which you should have a business partner,…
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Introducing the Square One podcast, where hosts Malcolm Godwin and Isaiah Williams deep-dive into the stories of CEOs, small business owners, investors, and other remarkable individuals who are making waves in their respective industries. Our guests openly share their failures and setbacks, along with the lessons they've learned from these experien…
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