Tell Crossroads

So, I know I’m not the only one who struggles with knowing what to do with the seemingly endless ideas that find their way into my head. It can be overwhelming at times and makes it almost impossible to know where to focus your energy and then to know and which projects are even worth pursuing. Carl Winans is a serial entrepreneur whose vast array of ideas cover everything from digital design including virtual reality, to physical products like the insanely cool Anti Gravity Case for iPhone and Galaxy, to selling his homework to his classmates… Ok - that last one was how he got his entrepreneurial start in 7th grade - but the way the story ends is so… junior high - you gotta listen!

You know what's the worst? Stale networking events filled with a bunch of people you don't know rubbing elbows, shoulders, maybe even knees. Find out what Nathan Mersereau did to set up truly unforgettable networking events in this episode.

Joe Sanok’s story which includes huge financial success as a counselor and running an online business at practiceofthepractice.com among other online ventures ALSO experienced some very big challenges like cancer, struggles in his marriage and more. I’m sure you’ll be able to identify with his story and learn from some of the things he’s implemented to help get things done - while learning how to focus on the right things.

Every business has a story to tell. A lot of businesses begin with, “We were founded in (insert year) by our founder (insert name) and we make (insert widget). #boring. Today’s marketplace is much more competitive than it has ever has been - and one thing that can help set businesses apart is by diving deeper into what it means to tell your business’s story. Matt Dibble from Final5 is our guest and helps us understand his passion for helping organizations find and share their great stories in order to create community, build trust, and propel change.

I recently interviewed Scott Hauman from NewFoundry in Ann Arbor, Michigan. NewFoundry helps businesses "go from idea to 1.0 in just weeks." Pretty awesome. Scott does a much better job talking about how they come alongside businesses - so, without further ado, enjoy!