The Poster Boy Podcast

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Amazon started with books and CDs.Facebook and Google started in a dorm room.Airbnb started with air mattresses on a terrible website.UTP started out of the trunk of a car as a side business while waiting tables.So many people want the "get rich quick" life. For every newsworthy business, there are hundreds of young entrepreneurs thinking about giving up. Don't let that be you.Where are you starting?If this is your second or third company, you know already know what it takes to start small and grow. Is this your first business? The only resource you may have is time, energy, and a network of supporters. And that's okay.Somewhere in a business plan or a spreadsheet, you've mapped out what the next three to five years look like, and that's good. I bet it's much bigger than today. Some businesses began with a seed round or patiently saved cash cautiously invested. Whatever your situation is, the company you own today won't be a fraction of its size in the next few years.And we're not just talking cash flow.How to measure the size of your businessWhen you own a business, you invest time, money, and energy to get market share, growth, and profit (among other things.)Time is finite - you only get 24 hours in a day. Where will you spend them?Money burns fast - where are you going to invest it? And, what are you doing with the returns?Energy is everything - the mental burden and physical exhaustion of events, clients, vendors, employees, finances, legal matters, customer service, marketing, strategy... and everything else you put into your business can be taxing if you don't know how to prioritize and execute. Grab the book: https://linktr.ee/theposterboyYa, we're on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@the_poster_boy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you remember being 12 or 13, and your mother or father would say things that you didn't quite understand? Like "Those are just Growing Pains," or "you'll know when you grow up," and "just wait until you're a parent."Keep reading: https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/trust-the-processGrab the book: https://linktr.ee/theposterboyYa, we're on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@the_poster_boy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes conversations get emotional; maybe you made a colossal mistake or dropped the ball. At this moment, it's probably the most stressful thing you're dealing with.So what do you do when a customer is unhappy? Well, this is when you start to learn character and integrity. You just have to do the only thing you can do, which is: make it right. Keep reading! https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/your-most-unhappy-customersGrab the Book https://linktr.ee/theposterboy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What sets your soul on fire?What sets your soul on fire? We dive deep into this idea and share a few things from our life that get us excited!Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's think about the extreme for a moment. What would happen if you never showed up at your small business ever again? What would happen? Are you getting apprehensive? Maybe less extreme - what if you had 1 hour a week that you checked in with your team - it was a power-problem solving event. When you were done, you went back to the other 39 Hours of the week.What would happen? Sounds odd, right?Keep reading! https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/if-your-business-requires-your-presenceGrab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most people think of failure as not making lots of money, but the reality is that failure means something different to each individual.For me, failure is having a 9 to 5 job because it means I'm sacrificing my freedom. As long as I'm able to pay the bills while maintaining my freedom to be able to go where I want and work when I want, I'm living a successful life.For others though, failure may be losing that 9 to 5 job, because success for them is stability.Keep reading! https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/in-order-to-succeedGrab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Strong WordsThese are some compelling words from a very successful investor, and his advice has proven to be true in a variety of circumstances.For me personally, while other businesses were being shut down due to the pandemic, mine blossomed because I wasn't afraid to take advantage of the online market while others were afraid to make a move. My business is based online, and more and more people are finding me there as they switch to a more remote lifestyle....Read more! https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/be-fearful-when-others-are-greedyGrab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook Where you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook Where you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Karis Brody recently started a camper renovation business. She was able to turn a profit, starting with a $1,400 investment and good old fashion elbow grease. Listen as she describes those hard first lessons, ambition, and solid entrepreneurial advice! Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook Where you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You have everything you need to build something far greater than yourself.”― Seth Godinhttps://www.theposterboybook.com/post/you-have-everything-you-needWelcome back to the Poster Boy Podcast, this week Chad and Drew are diving in to author and entrepreneur Seth Godin's quote, “You have everything you need to build something far greater than yourself.” Seth has authored 18 books over the last three decades, with a strong focus on marketing and entrepreneurship, and his understanding of the space is unparalleled. Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstorePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/the-true-entrepreneur-is-a-doer-not-a-dreamer“The true entrepreneur is a doer, not a dreamer.”― Nolan BushnellForget just creating a company, he was instrumental in creating an entire industry. But the steps that got him there are the same for any entrepreneur, and it begins with the simple act of doing. Chad and Drew talk about the dreams that initially fueled them, and the realization that merely dreaming about something was never going to be enough. Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstorePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/success-is-not-final-failure-is-not-fatal-it-is-the-courage-to-continue-that-countsWelcome back to another episode of The Poster Boy Podcast. It's been a minute! Chad and Drew have been busy running our businesses in the middle of a pandemic, and it got us thinking about the timeliness of Winston Churchill's quote, “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstorePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Remember, despite all current events, there is no crying in baseball." - Tom HanksToday we discuss the Coronavirus, how it affects our businesses, and what small businesses can do to hunker down and come out on top. Obviously, this is a difficult time for many people. Small businesses are the heartbeat of our United States Economy. With forced quarantines and entire states shutting down portions of the economy, we understand the impact. Our companies are no different. We think this is the perfect time to play catch up on all of the things you've been putting off in your business.If you can buy from other small businesses, vendors, contractors, a micro-business, keeping the small businesses going is so important.Now is when loyalty matters most. As a business owner, if you can extend every possible opportunity to your employees, they won't forget it. Likewise, your partners, clients, and managers need loyalty right now more than ever.Reevaluate debt, subscription services to non-essential services, and audit your business and personal bank statements.Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstorePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we interview Darren Larson, Assistant State Director for USSSA. Darren's entrepreneurial journey started with 20 years of selling insurance before starting numerous businesses in retail, food, and ultimately leading one of the largest markets for USSSA. Darren lives by this quote: "Do the right thing because it's the right thing to do."Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstorePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This anonymous quote couldn't be a truer today in business and in life. Did you know that the success you want, whatever it may be, is right on the other side of fear? Listen as we discuss our fears, how we overcame them, and how your fear may be holding you back. Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstorePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want more? -> https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/the-successful-warrior-is-the-average-man-with-laser-like-focusVery few businesses die from a lack of opportunity. They generally die from a plethora of opportunities but a lack of Focus. Staying focused on doing the right things - with a relentless amount of attention to detail was the only way that we could have survived early on. We discuss being focused, how you don't need to be special to reach your goals (just need a little focus to start.) And, how about an example? How to start a successful Coffee Shop!Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstorePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want more? -> https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/how-many-millionaires-do-you-knowIt's important to understand that you will inevitably have to use your money if you want to grow. Your money (or life force as we call it) won't do anything with the near-to-nothing savings interest rates. Making smart investment decisions is essential. Let's talk about why.Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstorePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions." – Stephen Covey, American educator, author, and businessmanIn this EP we want to challenge you to examine your circumstances. More importantly, today, are you using these stories to control your life? We explore the topic of decisions, and how they shape you, how to overcome this burden, and the power you receive when you realize that you live life on your terms. Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindleGoogle Play - https://storied.app/playstore Paperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobookWhere you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special edition of the Poster Boy Podcast, we interview Bob Egr, Owner and Operator of Central Iowa sports, a tournament company. Bob is also a vice president and state director of USSSA. Bob moved to Des Moines, Iowa thirty years ago, after signing his kids up in local sports and coaching them, he fell in love with it. After being talked into becoming the president of a little league program, it codified his passion of working with coaches, parents, and kids.Listen as we discuss how Bob got started in his business, what motivates him to be successful every day, and hear his number one advice for young entrepreneurs.Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook Where you can find usThe Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Read the latest blog post for more details: https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/it-always-seems-impossible-until-its-done"It always seems impossible until it's done." — Nelson Mandela, Former President of South Africa, political leader, and philanthropistIn this podcast, we discuss facing the impossible in business and the mindset of confronting the impossible. In one example, we consider moving an entire operation to two separate countries. Summary:Moving my business to across the globe.If it isn't impossible, then do you really have an excuse?Looking at those things that seem impossible in your live.Grab the BookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackAudio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook Where you can find us:The Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Read the latest blog post for more details:www.theposterboybook.com/post/challenges-are-what-make-life-interesting*NEW* - Audio Book! https://storied.app/audiobook "Challenges are what make life interesting, and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful." – Joshua J. Marine, authorI can not stress enough what I love about being an entrepreneur is being able to work on challenging problems and solving them. The reality is that I'm solving problems every day. Good problems too.Summary:The problems I solved that changed my business.How being a problem-solver becomes a habit.Where to find the most significant business problems.Buy the book:eBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackWhere you can find us:The Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Read the latest blog post for more details:https://www.theposterboybook.com/post/if-you-are-not-willing-to-risk-the-usual-you-will-have-to-settle-for-the-ordinaryLike you, we've spent our lives in the comfort zone. accepting that what we had before us was all that there would ever be. Here are a few things that we did that broke us of this habit and set us on the path of having a life well-lived.Summary:Finding something that you are passionate aboutWhat passion and hard work can do for your lifeAction steps; (hint) it starts with self discoveryBuy the bookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackWhere you can find us:The Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summary:Business is organic. You grow over time. What are you growing?Are you putting in the effort to water yourself?Are you supporting the people around you in their journey?Action steps; (hint) it starts with feeding yourself knowledge.Buy the bookeBook - https://storied.app/kindlePaperback - https://storied.app/paperbackWhere you can find us:The Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyLearn more about the Poster Boy https://www.theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should I quit my job to start a business? What about leaving college or cutting friends out of my life? The answer may surprise you. Everything that you can imagine is possible; you have to be willing to give up the good to go for great... to live life on your terms.Summary:The industry icon John D. Rockefeller wonderfully underscored the reality of starting a business (or growing one): "Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great." In this episode hear Drew and Chad's story:The first time I applied this advice was when I decided to quit college with one semester leftBut moving on to a time when I had to do this in my business, it happened after I got my first taste of successTake out that yellow legal pad and list out all of the things you do in a day/week/month/year.Figure out what is holding you back, and then create a goal, with an action plan –Where you can find us:The Poster Boy is a podcast for entrepreneurs and a podcast for small businesses. Our mission is to help young entrepreneurs in small-town America start, grow, and manage 21st-century businesses!Brought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyGrab your copy of the book https://theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"There is no substitute for hard work." — Thomas Edison, entrepreneur, and inventorThe real secret to this quote is doing something you love. Once you start working on something you like, you realize your life shifts from the "oh my god I've only been here for 2 hours" to "there is no way it is already 6pm!"Episode HighlightsWhat it means to love what you are doingHow to find and choose something you are passionate aboutCreate the list and MAKE the decisionHow to outpace your competitors with hard workWhere you can find usBrought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyGrab your copy of the book https://theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Babe Ruth, the American professional baseball legend, said it, and we happen to agree. We learn about Chad's early years in entrepreneurship, and about his method for finding and starting your business with a simple yellow legal pad. Episode HighlightsWhat do you do when your parent tells you to give up?What you can do with a simple piece of paper and a big idea.Why you're not working as hard as you should be and how to find the motivation you need from the inspiration of others.Learn what it takes to never give up. (HINT: It's a habit)Where you can find usBrought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyGrab your copy of the book https://theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode... Hear a tantalizing origin story filled with witty commentary and unnecessary anecdotes... Wrong! We cut to the meat. Each podcast is 30 minutes of hard-hitting facts and no-b.s. lessons from an entrepreneur who has seen it all (Chad Scott) and an entrepreneur who is just getting started (Drew Prescott.) Follow Chad and Drew as they explain what the Poster Boy Podcast is, and what to expect each episode, about the forthcoming Book and online Academy, and the ever-changing reality of starting and managing a successful business.Where you can find usBrought to you by https://utproducts.com/Let's get connected https://www.facebook.com/withtheposterboyGrab your copy of the book https://theposterboybook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.