The Owner's Odyssey
The Owner's Odyssey is a business podcast focused on exploring the unique journeys of real business owners co-hosted by Brook Gratia, Paul McCoy, and Zach Jones.
Episodes
What do autopsy assistants, nuclear medicine, and successful financial planning have in common? For Matt Roop, Partner at Deerfield Financial Advisors, they're all stepping stones on an extraordinary career journey guided by a simple principle: "always raise your hand" for new opportunities.
Matt's path to financial planning began nowhere near the industry. With a degree in nuclear medicin...
Ever wonder what happens when a theatrical Navy veteran with a rebellious streak becomes an IT entrepreneur? Meet Steve Schulenberg, the self-proclaimed "Cyber Cowboy," who's breaking every stereotype about tech professionals while building a thriving cybersecurity business.
Steve's journey began over 14 years ago when, sitting at his local bar contemplating his future, a bartender suggest...
Unlock the secrets of strategic thinking and transform your entrepreneurial journey with our latest episode of the Owner's Odyssey. Drawing inspiration from Keith Cunningham's "The Road Less Stupid," we promise to guide you on fostering clarity and innovation amidst the chaos of business ownership. We'll share personal stories and insights that illuminate the power of asking the right question...
What if you could transform your personal values into a thriving business that makes a genuine social impact? Angela Parker, co-founder of Realized Worth, joins us to share her inspiring entrepreneurial story. From starting in a small church environment to partnering with corporate giants like Microsoft, Angela's journey is a testament to the power of aligning passion with purpose. Through her experiences, Angela...
Ever feel like you're constantly juggling challenges without a positive mindset to ground you? Join us, Zach Jones and Brook Gratia, as we share how transforming our headspace with positive content and meditative practices like binaural beats has helped us tackle obstacles with resilience. We share personal anecdotes and offer practical tips to maintain an optimistic attitude, crucial for effective leadership and...
When Starla West swapped the security of her consulting job for the roller-coaster ride of entrepreneurship amidst the 2008 economic crash, she wasn't just chasing a dream—she was leaping into a new reality. Our latest episode zeros in on Starla's unguarded revelations about the lessons learned through her coaching business's evolution. From trusting her gut over traditional business plans to nurturing ...
When the going gets tough, they say, the tough get going. Amy Kandrac embodies this adage, turning a deeply personal challenge into 'What Friends Do', a robust support network born from the chaos of a health crisis. Join us as Amy takes us through her entrepreneurial odyssey, from the platform's early days before smartphone ubiquity to its transformation into a sustainable modern business model. Her jou...
Embarking on a quest for entrepreneurial wisdom and personal transformation, we traverse the highs and lows of business growth and self-discovery with Zach Jones. The narrative weaves a tapestry of creative ambition and leadership evolution, transitioning from corporate structure to the rhythm of hip-hop production and back again. Our candid discussion sheds light on mentorship's profound influence, the art of co...
When the curiosity of a young farm tinkerer merges with the tenacity of a Formula One aspirant, you get Paul McCoy's enthralling saga of passion driving a career from mechanical engineering to global entrepreneurship. In our latest episode, Paul regales us with stories from his varied career, from the adrenaline release of rugby, to leading teams in Rolls Royce's engineering department, to the cultural shock...
Embark with us on an Owner's Odyssey, where the entrepreneurial journey is as diverse as those who walk it. Ever pondered how the fabric of family shapes your business aspirations? Our latest episode peels back the layers of influence and ambition, as our guest narrates their shift from KPMG accountant to nonprofit CFO in Africa, culminating in the courageous launch of their very own accounting firm.
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