Team GROW Podcast

Robert Johnstone welcomes the new Team Grow podcast co-host, Jeff Ratanapool, to the show. Jeff turns the tables in this episode and gets Robert’s story that led him to his current role in Wayne Media Group & Speakeasy Podcast Network. Robert tells how a lasting childhood friendship rolled into a successful business. He speaks to Wayne Media’s unique approach to their digital marketing, advertising, and visual media services; as well as the powers of podcasting and how Speakeasy is leveraging that power for their clients. . Wayne Media Group Speakeasy Podcast Network . www.teamgrow.com/ FB - @growlouisville

In this Member Spotlight, Host, Robert Johnstone, welcomes Jennifer Jewel-Smith, of the Jewell Smith Group at Keller Williams, to the podcast. Jennifer shares her a bit of her journey into and through real estate, and why she loves loves her profession and continues to stay in the grind with her agents. She speaks to her perspective of the current market, as well as her excitement about expanding into property management. . Jennifer Jewell-Smith . https://thejewellsmithgroup.com/ . LinkedIn . Instagram

Host, Robert Johnstone, welcomes Randy Strause back to the podcast to dive a little deeper into the art of networking. They touch on the dos and don’ts in networking that can make or break a person’s experience. They stress authenticity, and the importance of truly listening to one another, to better understand each other’s business as well as get to know one another on a personal level. The sum of this is the development of real connection and confidence in one’s network. . www.strauselawgroup.com . www.teamgrow.com/ FB - @growlouisville

Host, Robert Johnstone, welcomes Grow co-founder and International Developer, Paola Moretta, to the podcast. At an early age Paola fell in love with music and had dreams of singing. She began formal training as a singer in Quito, Ecuador, at the age of 7 and continues singing to this day. Paola shares her experience of growing a trade exchange to over 400 businesses with her husband, Adam Gallagher, and how it rolled into the beginning of a school to teach both Spanish language and Hispanic culture. She goes further to touch on not just the importance of networking, but what is truly at the core of this kind of the activity, relationships. . info@spanishlouisville.com www.spanishlouisville.com

Host, Robert Johnstone, sits down with Benefits Advisor of Byrne Insurance Group, Arra Whitty, and founder, Ben Byrne. They discuss the current landscape of the insurance world and the challenges they’re facing. Arra and Ben emphasizes why they’re staying focused on their principles to ensure they continue to develop relationships with their clients, determining their needs and delivering them value. . Arra Whitty - LinkedIn arra@byrneinsurancegroup.com. www.byrneinsurancegroup.com

Host, Robert Johnstone, welcomes James Metts to the Team GROW Podcast. James reflects on the origins of his family’s business, Ron Metts Construction, and how his path branched out for many years but ultimately brought him back to become a project manager, working along side his family. After graduating from EKU, James moved to Montana and became a full-time cowboy working on the largest cattle ranch in the region, . Eventually returning home, James has found his stride in the family business, problem solving, putting his focus on building relationships, and further establishing a reputation of mindful project management and dependability for Ron Metts Construction. . James Metts 502.643.8226 jwm@ronmettsconstruction.com www.ronmettsconstruction.com

Host, Robert Johnstone, welcomes David Meek to the podcast. David shares his story that led him into the mortgage business, and his successes and goals in the industry. David recalls the need to challenge himself to learn, become more resourceful, and seek a mentor to contuniue developing as a lender. Now, with eight years in the mortgage world, David reflects on the importance of networking, and how his principles and philosophy have been shaped by the relationships he's fostered.

Robert Johnstone welcomes Ben McKain to the GROW Podcast to discuss perspective on motivation; how to find it, maintain it, harness it to push toward personal goals, and even why it could be considered unnecessary when compared to discipline and habits. Ben references several books to paint more of a holistic picture of how to better understand motivation, discipline and habits in order to sustain them all. . Ben McCain - Northwest Mutual ben.mckain@nm.com . Find Your Why – by Simon Sinek So Good They Can’t Ignore you – by Cal Newport Discipline is Freedom: Field Manual – by Jocko Willinck Can’t Hurt Me – by David Goggins Willpower Doesn’t Work – by Benjamin Hardy Atomic Habits – by James Clear Way of the Warrior Kid - by Jocko Willink . Podcast links: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jordan-harbinger-show/id1344999619?i=1000407570610 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jordan-harbinger-show/id1344999619?i=1000406207138

Host, Robert Johnstone and GROW Co-Founder, Ben Robbins, welcome Rebecca Hadley to the podcast to break down the functions of a Trade Exchange, and why it's such a valuable element of GROW. Rebecca, once a trade broker for a similar trade exchange, tells us how using trade has helped grow her business and helped with a number of expenses in her personal life. This episode should help GROW Members understand how the trade exchange works and give creative ideas of how to use it to leverage your business.

Host, Robert Johnstone, welcomes Randy Strause, of the Strause Law Group to the show. They get into the deeper impact and effects of networking and establishing relationships; as well as what Randy believes is the proper approach to networking. Randy speaks to his pay-it-forward philosophy and the development of social capital in business through a willingness and desire to help others. . https://www.strauselawgroup.com/

Robert Johnstone welcomes Krista Bicer to the show again, along with GROW Founder, Ben Robbins. They discuss the structure of GROW meetings and keeping a flexible agenda. They also talk about secrets to how branch leaders can keep their meetings laid back and conversational while still respecting everyone’s time and keeping them business-focused. From icebreakers to mastermind sessions and team-building exercises, GROW continues to distinguish itself as a fresh networking organization. https://teamgrow.com/

Robert Johnstone sits down with realtor, Matthew Hoagland of The Hoagland Team. Matthew shares how he has rolled his previous experience as a golf pro and being service-minded into a successful career in real estate. As much as Matthew loves to mentor and educate his team, he strives to continue educating himself and pushing himself to grow. Matthew Hoagland - https://www.remax.com/real-estate-agents/matthew-hoagland-louisville-ky/100696648 https://teamgrow.com/

Founder of GROW, Ben Robbins, joins host Robert Johnstone in this episode to discuss the origin and mission of Shirley's Way. They welcome the founder of Shirley's Way, Mike Mulrooney, and the organization's Event Director, Kellye Duckworth, to the show. Mike and Kellye both lost their mothers to cancer and share how that has inspired them to take on Shirley's Way's mission. Mike talks about persevering through the difficulties of starting a non-profit, from selling t-shirts to running an online gaming operation. Shirley's Way leveraged technology to make their organization more efficient and effective and has utilized GROW as a resource to grow awareness of their cause and get guidance from its members, who are collectively a wealth of experienced business professionals. https://www.shirleysway.org/ https://teamgrow.com/

Robert Johnstone sits down with GROW Member, Jake Bishop, sales consultant at Bob Hook Chevrolet in Louisville, Kentucky. Jake expresses the importance of employers investing in their employees and the impact that can have on both turnover and committment to the job. Jake is fullfilled by taking care of his clients from their perspecitve and finding them exactly what they need and not necessarily what he'd like to sell them. He expresses that he is a people person that happens to sell cars.

Stay focused on running your business, so it doesn't run you!Robert Johnstone talks with John Tekulve, Owner of Window Depot of Louisville, about how he gained experience in the home improvement industry and how it shaped his mind for business. John talks about getting more strategic with marketing efforts this year and navigating a saturated market through connections, relationships, and offering value to his clients. https://windowdepotlouisville.com/

“Who do you want at your table?” You’re in consistent conversation with the people at your Table and they are shaping your future. Robert Johnstone sits down with Glenna Cooper, of First Financial Bank, who shares guidance for people thinking about buying a house, criteria to look for in a mortgage officer, and a unique product that First Financial is offering to home buyers.

Robert Johnstone sits down with John Steele this week. John tells the story of finding his lane and using his collective experience to captilize on opportunities. Robert and John highlight how educating your clients builds trust and loyalty, as well as motivating your employees through a positive work environment and recognizing individuality. https://www.steeleblades.com/

Robert Johnstone of Wayne Media Group sits down with Co-Founder of the GROW Networking Company, Ben Robbins. Robert and Ben talk about what distinguishes GROW from other business networking organizations and lead/referral groups. Ben also lays out how easy it is to form your own GROW Branch for business owners that are ready to start growing their network and business. https://teamgrow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/766513407145033

This week, Robert Johnstone sits down with Krista Bicer. They talk about harnessing your strengths, the power of serving with a contribution-based mindset, and rooting on the underdog. https://teamgrow.com/

This week, Brandon Fields sits down with Elisa Withrow. Elisa talks about synergy, teamwork, and processes geared around your "why"; all which it takes to achieve your goals.

This week, Brandon Fields sits down with Amanda Breslin, GROW Ambassador and co-owner of Triple Crown Mortgage. They talk about how GROW is creating a new buzz around networking, and how Triple Crown Mortgage has made a celebratory experience for their clients.

Rob Johnson takes over as host, talking with Brandon Fields and Brandon Buttorf of Twin Spire Remodeling.

This week, Brandon Fields sits down with Sean Garber, founder of Grade A Autoparts. They talk about Sean's experience growing his business through taking risks, investment in people, and a "4 Corners" principle system. https://gradeaautoparts.com/

This week, Brandon Fields sits down with Jeff Ratanapool from Stockton Mortgage. They discuss the current state of the mortgage industry and how to provide top-level customer service to people going through a big life choice. Visit Stockton Mortgage at Stockton.com

This week, Brandon Fields sits down with Rob Johnson, founder of Wayne Media Group. They talk about marketing & advertising in the modern era and how businesses can make a significant impact for less than the price of an employee.

This week, Brandon Fields interviews John Poynter from Century Living. John talks about how Century provides exceptional service to individuals and businesses in the cabinets, remodeling, audio/video, home entertainment, and more! Be sure to like & follow the podcast wherever you listen!

On this weeks episode: Joey Craig joins the podcast to talk about his dealership and how they serve customers differently.

On this weeks episode of the Team GROW Podcast: Ben Robbins sits down with Brandon Field to talk about the start of Team Grow, and how the new networking company is shaking up th Louisville market.