The Journey Podcast

We hired a consultant to scale our business to 30 million dollars in the next 5 years. In this episode, we break down everything he taught us in our first consulting session and how you can do this for your business too. If you feel like there is something you’re missing to get you to that next level, watch this episode. We talk about intentionality and follow through, how to tell when you need accountability, and how to take your ...

This week we sat down with Chris Howard of Softeq. A lifelong entrepreneur, he shares how he scaled his service based business from a solo venture out of his house to a global company with over 400 employees. Chris shares how he negotiated major contracts with companies like Disney in the early stages of his career and how his perspective towards leadership and business has changed over the years. It isn't often we get to speak wit...

In this Episode of The Journey Podcast, your co-hosts dive into their MASTER strategy for networking. Whether you're moving to a new city or wanting to tap into your current locale, this episode has major tips and tricks for making yourself known. They talk about diving deep, what it means to network with purpose, the necessity of being your own champion, and of course how to tell your story. #networking #businessstrategy #business...

All month long we've been diving into what it really takes to start a business, from finding your idea to building the business plan and hiring a great team. It's finally time to talk about the elephant in the room: money. How to find funding for your business is SO hard. In the episode we hold NOTHING back. If you've ever wondered how to start your own business with no money, this episode is for you. We dive into creative financin...

A product is nothing without a brand. In this episode of The Journey Podcast, hosts Jose and Emma share what they've learned about how to develop a strong brand identity, the role branding strategy plays in marketing, and how the way you depict your brand directly connects to the audience you build. They discuss what it takes to build a brand that feels cohesive and authentic, how to avoid hopping on a bandwagon, and what makes App...

This week we sat down with Elmer Muñoz, the founder of Liberté coffee to discuss the challenges of scaling a purpose-driven business. Elmer is a Guatemalan entrepreneur who has spent the last 5 years building a vertically integrated impact-driven specialty coffee company that uplifts small farmers and is changing the coffee landscape. In this episode, we dive into identifying your niche audience, building a plan for longterm succes...

In this episode we don't just talk the talk, we walk the walk. We're going behind the scenes to show you how we plan on scaling our pomade company, Broki. We discuss our go-to-market strategy including how we plan to launch our direct to consumer product line and Jose's plans for growing the wholesale side of the business. If you're wanting to. know how to scale your online business, this is the podcast for you. #businessstrategy #...

Last episode, we talked about how to find a great business idea (and how sometimes, that idea finds you!). In this episode, we dive into the actual steps to start a business including using AI to write a business plan, when to hire a lawyer, how to figure out what business structure is right for you, and so much more. #businessplan #businessstrategy #startup Time Stamps: 1:33 How to use AI to build a business plan 6:00 When to get ...

Before you can get started with refining your team, building a story brand, or scaling your business, you have to come up with a great business idea first. In this episode, Jose and Emma dive into different methods they've used in real life to look for ideas and how they know a successful idea when they see one. If you've ever thought to yourself, "what kind of business should I start?" then this video is for you. #entrepreneurship...

This week we sat down the founder of JetQuest, Jonathan Lewis. A Houston Native, he didn't have a passport until 21 when he landed a job at an international travel company. Little did he know a few years later he'd be running one of the fastest growing group travel startups in the country. We talk about how AI is going to impact the future of travel, the power of building a powerful brand and one major life hack: planning your life...

This week we sat down with Kim Roxie, the founder and CEO of LAMIK Beauty. She shares her journey building a big time beauty brand from the ground up and what it took to land her in coveted spaces with investors, strategists, and other startup founders.Lamik has been featured on CBS Mornings and worn by the likes of Megan Markle and Tiffany Haddish. Kim’s mission is to give women of color access to safe, natural beauty products. He...

We unlock the secrets behind successful marketing campaigns in our latest video by dissecting Michael Cera's strategic collaboration with Cerave and Kanye West's spontaneous Super Bowl ad that sold out his website in hours. We discuss their digital marketing campaign examples and how their social media strategies have propelled these brands to success. Discover how storytelling can be the game-changer for your business as we provid...

We dive into crucial topics such as when to hire your first employee, hiring independent contractors, and how to hire employees for a small business or startup. Our discussion covers essential aspects like budgeting for your new hire, whether they should be a full-time employee, part-time worker, or a contractor. We'll share practical advice we wish we had known on how to create a budget for your business as an entrepreneur, offeri...

In this must-watch interview, join us and the incredible Akeel Bernard, Life Coach,  as we dive deep into the art of overcoming burnout and finding your drive again. 

Discover the crucial steps to identify your stress stage, unravel the impact of your lifestyle and habits on stress levels, and unlock the key to aligning your work with your purpose. Akeel drops wisdom bombs on how to navigate toxic workplace environments, how to get...

Dive into the wild world of business partnerships with us in this juicy episode! We spill the tea on the good, the bad, and the downright ugly of partnering up in the entrepreneurial game. Wondering if a business partner is your ride-or-die? We've got the answers. Searching for your business soulmate? Let us guide you through the matchmaking process. We're also baring it all about what we wish we knew before going into business tog...

Do you want to succeed in a space not designed for you? We get it. In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we sit down with Juliet Garcia, a seasoned Property Manager for Central Square Commercial Properties in Houston. Juliet shares her unique journey into the commercial real estate world, a path marked by resilience and determination.  She talks about her unorthodox rise into the commercial real estate world. Listen as she recoun...