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Nathan Leathers is a younger, serial entrepreneur with an intense desire to compete, while motivating others to take calculated risks and understand the mindset associated with their purpose in life. His passion for business and valuing the process, versus the outcome, has created a unique environm…

Start-Up Nation


    • Jul 29, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 34 EPISODES


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    Start - Up Nation EP 35 Audio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 19:53


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    Episode 33: Exit Strategy with Zach King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2019 21:51


    Having an exit strategy is essential for any entrepreneur. Unfortunately, it's one of the least thought about things when starting a business. In this episode, Zach and I talk about exit strategies and other tips to help new entrepreneurs. Thanks for listening!

    Episode 32: What Motivates You with Zach King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 15:10


    In this episode, Zach and I try to understand what motivates this new generation of employees. We share our perspectives as employers and business owners, but we want to hear from you and listen to what you have to say about what motivates you. Send me a message, leave a comment! Thanks for listening.

    Episode 31: Leaving a Legacy with Zach King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 17:15


    Zach King joins us again for this episode, and we talk about what often gets forgotten the most when starting a business, legacy. Thanks for listening!

    Episode 30: Servant Leadership with Jim Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2019 33:38


    What's a servant leader? In this episode, we talk with Jim Robinson about how he came to see himself as a servant leader, and the rewarding aspects of serving those that work for you. Thanks for listening!

    Episode 29: Driving Employee Results

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2019 28:43


    In this episode, I'm joined by Jim Robinson of CGP and we discuss company culture and how to motivate employees to obtain the results that they want in their careers. Thanks for listening.

    Episode 28: Making Good Connections with Josh Barille

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2019 24:18


    In this episode, Josh Barille and I dive deep into what good business connections are and give insight as to how to provide value to current clients to build a long lasting relationship. Thanks for watching

    Episode 27: The Goods, Culture & Retention with Josh Barille

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 24:50


    In this episode, Josh Barille joins me to talk about his history in running two successful restaurants, the importance of culture, listening to feedback and employee retention.

    Product Market Fit Talk at San Diego Startup Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 79:12


    I had the chance to speak on stage with Hillary Anne from Agentology at San Diego Start-Up Week about strategies to find product-market fit and scaling it. If you're in that part of your business, either product development or looking to scale your business this is a great talk to listen to. Thanks

    Episode 26: Work Life Balance with Tommy Reynolds

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2019 20:17


    Balancing your business and personal life is always a challenge. In todays podcast, Tommy joins me as we discuss work life balance and what he does to handle both business and home life. Thanks for listening!

    Episode 25: Starting & Scaling a Business with Tommy Reynolds

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2019 27:59


    Tommy is an ex-fitness competitor and has transitioned over to being a business owner. We talk about how he got started and some of the methods he used to scale his business. Thanks for listening!

    Episode 24: Importance of Culture in the Service Industry with David Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2019 42:10


    Company culture in the service industry is vital to success. On this episode, I'm joined by David Jones and we discuss company culture in the service industry. Thanks for watching.

    Episode 23: Working with Vendors with David Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2019 29:23


    Your vendors are often the key to your business being successful. This week David Jones joins to talk about how important it is to have a good relationship with your vendors, they are just as important as having great employees. Thanks for watching!

    Episode 22: Building a Leadership Team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2019 24:29


    To grow a business, you need not just managers but leaders. In this episode, Javier, president, and CEO of Sombrero Mexican Food joins me to talk about what he's done to build a team of leaders for his business. We also dive deep into what a leader is, and what to expect from your team. Thanks for listening.

    Episode 21: Evolving as a Leader with Javier Correa

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2019 24:45


    This week I'm joined by Javier Correa, president, and CEO of Sombrero Mexican Food and we dive deep into leadership. Thanks for listening!

    Episode 20: The Metrics of a Restaurant

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2019 29:55


    In this episode, Grant Tondro and I discuss the metrics of running a restaurant, how important it is to know your metrics in regards to your business and the need to stay within those metrics to make sure your business stays alive and healthy. Thanks for listening.

    Episode 19: Opening a Restaurant with Grant Tondro

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2019 25:40


    Opening a restaurant can be a very challenging business. Today I talk with Grant Tondro, founder of Urge Gastropub about his story. We talk about how he started, what he did to get money, and the struggles of getting his restaurant off the ground. Thanks for listening. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nateleatherss/ Follow Grant on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masonalegrant/

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    Episode 18: Housing Impacts Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2019 20:23


    Mayor of San Marcos, Rebecca Jones, joins me on this episode to discuss how housing can affect local businesses. From longer commutes to traffic, it can not only impact a community but long term plans for businesses.

    Episode 17: How City Hall Impacts Business with Rebecca Jones, Mayor of San Marcos CA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2019 18:44


    In this episode, I'm joined by the Mayor of San Marcos, Rebecca Jones, and we discuss how city hall can have a big impact on your business. Getting to know your local right of use, and even your electeds can make a huge difference in getting your business up and running. Thanks for watching!

    Motivation Nation: My Entrepreneurial Journey Speaking Event

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2019 48:52


    Had a chance to speak to an event recently about my journey. Had a blast sharing my experiences as an entrepreneur and the challenges I had to overcome to get my businesses to where they are today.

    Episode 14: Growth Through Sales with John Bazzo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2019 30:21


    On this episode, John Bazzo joins me to discuss why sales are so key to the growth of a business, as well as giving key insights on how to improve your sales skills.

    Motivation Nation: Student to Entrepreneur

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 54:26


    On this episode of Motivation Nation, Brooke from CSUSM comes for a visit and interviews me on being an entrepreneur. Her hope is to get more info if being an entrepreneur is the right path for her. We discuss my history and get into the details on what to expect as an entrepreneur. If you're a student and thinking about pursuing the life of an entrepreneur I highly suggest you listen to this, as it will help clarify expectations, and the reality of what it takes.

    Episode 13: Facing Your Fears with John Bazzo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2019 28:34


    In this episode, I talk to my good friend John Bazzo and we discuss overcoming your fears and the importance of growth in business. John has recently quit his secure corporate job to pursue his passion.

    Episode 12: Ridiculous Work Ethic with Kailey Rowan

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2019 24:04


    You don't really know the amount of work it takes to start a business until you actually do it. This week I speak to Kailey Rowan and talk about how much work she put in to get her business off the ground and to keep it up.

    Episode 11: Trainer to Business Owner with Kailey Rowan

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2019 22:50


    On this episode, I'm joined by Hardcore Fitness Gym owner Kailey Rowan, and we discuss her process from being a trainer to a business owner. There's a lot to learn in her transition. Enjoy!

    Episode 10: Employee Culture & Retention with Lizette Cervantes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 26:54


    Employee retention in the blue-collar industry depends on company culture. In this episode, we talk with Lizette Cervantes about how culture has impacted her business, and what she does to keep a great culture going.

    Episode 08: Leadership VS Management with Ryan Tolentino

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2019 28:01


    In this episode, we talk about leadership vs management. Being a leader is more than just telling people what to do. We talk about how to motivate your team, what you can do to set the right culture in your organization, and when to let people go if they're not a good fit. All that and much more on this episode of the Start-Up Podcast with Nathan Leathers.

    Episode 07: Process, Procedure, Six Sigma with Ryan Tolentino

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2019 26:02


    This week I am joined by my good friend, Ryan Tolentino, and we discuss the importance of documenting your business processes. We dive deep into developing procedures and what Six Sigma is. Have a comment or a question? let us know, thank you!

    Episode 06: Working with Business Partners

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2019 26:47


    Episode 06 with the Kyle and Matt from I Got A Guy Automotive and we dive deep about partnerships, things to watch out, transparency, and much more.

    Episode 5: 1 Year Into The Business of Automotive

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2019 25:32


    In this episode, I talk to Matt and Kyle form I Got A Guy Automotive about their experiences of running their business for a year now. We touch on work-life balance, company culture, and a lot of other topics that anyone looking to start a business should listen to.

    Episode 04: What it takes to open a business with Zachary King

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2019 28:19


    In this episode, Zach and I talk about the man hours that it takes to open your business. Not a lot of people talk about the grind that it takes, and the importance of having the important people in your life understand and support you.

    Episode 03: Importance of Company Culture with Zachary King

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2019 19:40


    In this episode, Zach and I talk about why it's so important to hire for culture fit, and why it's so important to create a great company culture. Follow us on Instagram: Nathan Leathers: https://www.instagram.com/nateleatherss/ Zachary King: https://www.instagram.com/about2glow/

    Episode 02: Hobby or Business?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2019 27:05


    In this episode, we discuss when your hobby is a potential business, some red flags to look out for, and a little bit about partnerships.

    Episode 01: Started from the bottom

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2019 12:36


    This is the first episode of Start-Up Nation. My name is Nathan Leathers and in this episode, I chat with Michael Laird of the Goals & Gangsta Shit podcast about how we got started in business, what we did to find success and we discuss future topics that this podcast will cover. If you have any comments, or requests for future topics, send me a message on instagram, leave a review and we will discuss it. Thank you! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nateleatherss/ Follow Michael Laird: https://www.instagram.com/michael_laird_/

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