Points of Failure

On this episode, we talk to Dustin Solomon, owner of Mutiny FX, an Arkansas-based visual effects company that has been creating VFX work for over 12 years on shows with companies like Netflix, Disney+, and Universal. He is a widowed father of two and a small business owner, so he spends a good deal of time with one eye open, one eye closed, and fingers crossed on both hands. We discuss mental speed limits, parenting, and the perfect gift.https://mutinyfx.comSupport the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to J Haleem Washington, author, business coach, and corporate trainer. He went from working for $8.00 an hour at the Hampton Inn to earning 6 figures as a Commercial Photographer in just a few years. He accomplished all this while being a convicted felon. While working for $8.00 an hour he developed his mantra #IWon'tStarve, which was the catalyst for him to leave his job after only one year. Over his career, he's been able to work with Nike, the Save The Children Foundation, NFL, Amtrak, and The WNBA. He's since been pardoned and is now a best-selling author and motivational speaker.  The platform he created, #IWontStarve, catalyzed his business growth, and he uses the #IWon'tStarve message to encourage and motivate students, entrepreneurs, and career-oriented individuals. His goal is to inspire you to build a platform to ensure that U Won't Starve. We discuss drive, personal impact, and not having a plan b.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Dustin Williams, Owner, and Head Coach for Precision Fitness, Northwest Arkansas' premier group and personal training studio. Dustin attended one of the most prestigious boot camp training sessions in Las Vegas and has also trained with 4X Mr. Olympia, Jay Cutler. He has been studying functional neurology through Z-Health since 2014.  In addition to personal training, Dustin is co-author of the best-selling fitness book, “The Fit Formula”, and was invited to Hollywood, California, to accept a Quilly award for making the Best Sellers list on Amazon.com. He has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX affiliates as well as Newsweek, Men's Health, USA Today, Yahoo! Finance, and CNBC.com. Most recently he was selected by the Arkansas Business Journal as a 40 Under 40 recipient for the state of Arkansas for 2016. We discuss tracking, family, and the benefits of building slowly.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Lori Carcich, Founder and CEO of Country Smooth Spirits. She's America's first female founder of a whisky company. She proudly serves as a Member of the Board of Advisors for CW.COM, LLC and The UCSB PaCE Extension, Women in Leadership Executive Program at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Lori has been engaged as a keynote speaker to multiple audiences. She has been honored at multiple whiskey festivals as an influential woman within the industry. We discuss backpacking, planning, and the four “p's.”Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Daniel Hintz. He's the Founder and Chief Experience Officer of Velocity Group, and co-owner of Bauhaus Biergarten in Springdale. He previously served as the Executive Director of both Downtown Bentonville, Inc., and Fayetteville Downtown Partners. Daniel brings with him a broad range of experience and knowledge, and he shares his wisdom and unique perspective with us. We discuss community development, not having your “why,” and the joys of mismatched socks.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Jessica G. She's a woman on a mission. With an established career as a successful entrepreneur, she combines her talents of brand management and persuasive speaking to be a beacon of light, creating momentum for change. Her natural ability to raise the vibration of any room is felt through her illuminating sparkle, tenacity, and desire to create hope for so many. We discuss loving life, protecting your energy, and leaving a legacy.This episode contains discussions about suicide. While suicide is often associated with feelings of loneliness and isolation, it is a shared and far-reaching public health problem. As the tenth leading cause of death in the United States in 2019, suicide affects all ages and types of people. But thanks to an increase in awareness and resources, prevention efforts have become more common and effective.Despite outdated misperceptions, suicide is neither a personal failure nor the evidence of mental illness, but rather a common human response to difficult environmental factors and emotional pain. Improving life circumstances, enhancing social connections, and reducing emotional pain are the most effective ways to reduce the frequency and intensity of suicidal thoughts and feelings.Mental health organizations around the country recognize National Suicide Prevention Week and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month during the month of September each year. However, working together to develop our collective understanding and awareness of suicide in order to prevent it is something we need to be doing every day. Talking to a counselor about any questions you have about how to help support others or how to get help for yourself is a great place to start. 988 is the new three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The ACA has produced a series of relevant educational videos available to the public for free.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Leah Thrasher. She's a mother, entrepreneur, investor, coach, and author. We discuss taking a business from the bottom to the top, breaking away from traditions, and why you should completely fill your sandbag.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Ana Vazquez. She's a former teacher turned real estate agent in Northwest Arkansas. We discuss overcoming setbacks, learning to delegate, and the joys of pozole at Christmas.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Brandon Gore. He's a concrete craftsman, furniture designer, rammed earth builder, teacher, and father. We discuss failures in design, the importance of integrity, and being a judge on a design/build competition TV show.Find Brandon's work online at www.goredesignco.com, and Instagram at www.instagram.com/hardgoodscoSupport the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Chef Erin Rowe. She is the author of "An Ozark Culinary History," and the Founder of Ozark Culinary Tours, guiding people around the best food scenes of Northwest Arkansas' downtowns. We discuss globetrotting, employing yourself, and the difficulty of pancakes.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

This episode is an emotional tribute to our sweet Hadly, to whom we recently said our painful goodbyes. Part sweet angel, part little monkey. All perfect little blessing. We loved her so much.. Now she is at rest, and forever in our hearts.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode we talk with Glenn Sibley, General Manager of the Wellington in Springdale, Arkansas. Glenn has over 30 years experience and has established himself as a leader and mentor in the bar and restaurant industry, as well as his local community. We discuss fatherhood, mutual respect, and top-down cultural failure.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Heather Fallen, Founder of Stage 28 Talent and Casting. She's made a name for herself in the entertainment industry working as a model, a tour manager, and as an agent booking actors to work alongside stars like Ashley Judd. We discuss communication, mentors, and having a backup plan.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this episode, we talk to Brian Sage, founder and CEO of Sage Digital, a software agency that specializes in ecommerce, marketing, and fintech. He's also had a lot of trial and error experience while wearing different hats at various startups and agencies—some successful and some not so much. He's a big advocate for affirmative action in tech and for working from abroad. We discuss his real estate dalliance, selling cowboy boots, and living the nomadic dream.Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com

On this inaugural episode, we talk to Dr. Jeremiah Beene. He was in Counter-Intelligence in the Army, and has a Ph.D. in Psychology. We discuss several points of failure, including lack of values and the reality of toxic masculinity. Support the showYou can support the show by going to: https://pointsoffailure.buzzsprout.com