Twists Turns & Lessons Learned podcast

Stress. It sounds unhealthy, feels heavy, and weighs on us all in different situations. What if the stigma associated with stress isn't the truth, and that with focus and effort stressful situations can in fact become empowering, motivating, and a driving force for good with a simple shift in your attitude and mindset. Join us as we dive deeper into the stresses we face in our own worlds, and hone in on a new way to view and handle stress so you can utilize it a positive manner to make for a more enjoyable life.

Twists, Turns, and Lessons Learned 2.0!! 2 years later we are ramping back up the recording and release of Twists, Turns, and Lessons Learned! But, this time with a fresh new take on the topics we will discuss, the perspectives that will be heard, and the guest that will be presented! Join us as we speak with and learn about our new co-host!

“I refuse to allow opportunities to come across my lap and not jump on them. Life is too short, and I will not look back and ask myself what if!” Owner of Gens's Pizza, Jeff Accra, shares his diverse background in owning and operating everything from pizzerias, insurance companies, tanning salons..ect. You'll hear which were more fun, easier, and more profitable than the others and why. Tune in and explore with us what has been learned, what should be avoided, and how freedom can be created by choosing the right type of business.

When thinking of strawberries, we think of this beautiful red fruit that possesses such satisfying flavor as you bite into its sugary juices. But do we think about the team of experts who plant them, water them, pick them, and protect them as they make their way across the country to be accessible in your local grocer.  Well, neither did I, but after sitting down with todays guest, Craig Casca, I will never forget it! Craig is one of the most insightful, energizing, and transparent people I have had the pleasure of speaking with. Craig is fearless in his approach, and unapologetic about who he is and the confidence he has. Throughout this session you will find out what past experiences he has overcome that now instill this passion and fire inside him. Today, Craig will share what it truly means to be a man of your word!

Leveling up in life can mean different things to different people. To some it may be as simple as focusing on their careers. To others, it may be as complicated as untangling the crossed wires within themselves to arrive at a place of internal happiness and peace. To explore this idea of leveling up, today we walk side by side with one of Arizona’s top female real estate agents, Beth Rebenstorf. As Beth begins with her career in physical education, we soon arrive at a clear picture of her values as she navigates us through her experiences/challenges in business and life. From the corporate world, to beating breast cancer, Beth Rebenstorf has made it a priority to extend her knowledge and care to others. Most recently, by publishing her new book and carving a path in real estate for her team of hand picked agents to follow. Contact Info: https://rebehomes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rebehomes/ https://www.facebook.com/RebeHomes/

Perspective is a very interesting topic, especially with all that is going on in the world. When we think of perspective we think of the past experiences we have encountered that create a series of thoughts that cause us to think about something a certain way. Today's guest is a family friend and business owner, as we talk through his life/business challenges I believe you will be amazed with his triumph through difficult times. His deep passion to run and operate a business that represents his family’s name in the most honorable way is just a small part of his “WHY.” This business is more than just about money or success, it's pride and pain that fuels his drive to make a difference and take care of the ones he loves. Contact: https://trackoutcontrol.com/

Technology has become the center piece to our universe, bad or good, it's giving human life the opportunity to find answers with the click of a button or the tap of a finger. Technology has integrated its way into almost every aspect of our lives, and it’s only a matter of time before every industry is modernized and supports their consumers needs by utilizing technology. Todays guest, Kenny Dahill, has established a start up company with the intention of disrupting the property management industry. Kenny Dahill, the founder of Burbz, has found a way to shift the traditional way of managing properties, by developing a company that minimizes your efforts, risk, and time…without taking a chunk of the profits. This episode is great for those interested in one day owning and renting properties, or for those who already do. By tuning in you will hear how this software company is helping property owners automate their property management services, provide free rent collection, screening reports, and give you the flexibility to choose how much you’d like to be involved in managing your own properties. Listen closely! Contact: https://www.theburbz.com/ Kenny@theburbz.com https://www.facebook.com/Burbz2018/

For Brynn, art imitates life. She lives hers independently, deliberately, originally, and on the f*cking edge.  She first discovered her love for videography while traveling abroad, and used a string of jobs at international travel brands to build her portfolio and develop her skillset. Self-taught, prepared with hard-earned knowledge and ready to leave behind corporate’s creative limitations, Brynn returned home to Phoenix, and launched her own video and photography business.  Now Brynn creates art on her own terms. Her work challenges the status quo through juxtaposing contrasting elements and drawing inspiration from the dark, the mundane and the unexpectedly raw.  Contact Info: https://www.brynn-jones.com/about https://www.instagram.com/brynnjonescreative/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiwaum84u4AGgbzJ1NNBG6A https://vimeo.com/user81614227

Whether you’re an athlete looking for an alternative recovery option, an entrepreneur hoping to unwind, or an average Joe experiencing the mental and physical pains that come along with fighting the good fight day after day, maybe this is just what you need… CBD is a very popular acronym being used in today's society, and although you may know what it stands for (cannabidiol), do you know its composition, how it’s produced, or even how to determine the different levels of quality that are being sold in stores near you? Me neither, and that’s why today we are sitting down with Brooke St. George, the proud owner of Boutanics: a non-psychoactive, hand-crafted CBD oil company delivering organic CBD-infused products, produced and manufactured here in the United States. We would like to recognize Charlotte Fiji, a child who inspired the CBD movement, and sadly passed away on April 8, 2020 due to complications from COVID-19. Recorded: 11/19/2019 Now available (with card payment processing!) at: https://www.boutanics.com/ Contact Info: Phone Number: (800)462-8616 Email: Brooke@boutanics.com https://www.instagram.com/boutanics/ https://www.facebook.com/boutanics/  

Former marine special operator, Jason France, dives deep into his military training, experiences, and the experiments that have shaped him into who he is today. During this session he unravels the mindset shift needed to endure pain and suffering, and how he is applying these types of tactics to his gym members training regiments to provide them an opportunity to create a higher quality of life and leadership. Contact Info: https://suffercityaz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/suffercity/ https://www.facebook.com/SufferCity/  

Have you ever wondered how a company’s logo became so memorable. How companies like Nike and Apple have created a logo that seems to influence you to think a particular way when you visualize their logo or see their products…? Well, today you’re going to see first hand how a locally owned Arizona company is building a brand behind their logo, and bringing life and culture not only to their business, but to their entire state! Join us as we sit down with one of the co-owners of State Forty Eight, and uncover what vision these three men had as they set out to create an apparel company and brand that instilled a sense of pride within their community and more loyalty amongst its states sports fans. Contact Info: https://statefortyeight.com/ https://www.instagram.com/statefortyeight/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/statefortyeight/

When life gives you lemons…. Today’s guest, Trevor Bradley, helps navigate us through the life events that led him to becoming one of Arizona’s top real estate agents at the age of 29. Together we narrow down the skills he acquired while working a lower level job, and discuss the mindset he possessed that would soon become the foundation for which all his success would be based upon. As Trevor says in our episode today, whether you’re working a job you dislike or one that is only temporary, the attitude and energy you show up to work with everyday is what ultimately determines your own personal growth. Contact Info: Trevor@TheBradleyGroupAZ.com http://thebradleygroupaz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thebradleygroupaz/ https://www.facebook.com/theBradleyGroupaz/

Sometimes life beats you down, but we always have two choices. We can either stay down and complain about our circumstances, or we can fight to get up and take back what is rightfully ours. Today’s guest has chosen option two, time and time again, and is one of the most vulnerable, passionate, and determined individuals I’ve had the pleasure of speaking with. During this episode you will hear how he went from a top notch medical sales rep to draining his life savings just so he could survive. You will experience what it’s like to hit rock bottom over and over again, but learn what it means to callus your brain and shift it to enjoy pain and suffering.` Contact Info: https://www.instagram.com/colefit_kevin_coleman/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCioKccjblH3vHkncGTZ1dqw https://www.facebook.com/kevin.coleman.3745

Innovators are those who introduce new methods, ideas, or products to a market. Usually when we think innovation we think tech, but in reality innovation comes in all shapes and sizes. With a military background, a passion for body building, and years of experience as a personal trainer. Joe Ament shares how he has disrupted the typical stationary gym model by creating a mobile gym that comes to you! Contact Info: http://www.joesmobilegym.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mobilejoe2010/

High school sweet hearts or business partners…? How about both! This power couple sits down with us today to review the businesses they’ve owned and operated since their early 20’s. We discuss how they’ve acquired mobile home parks across the country, sold a business that appeared in Inc. Magazine, and even dive into how their mentors continue to change as they break through new levels of success and life. Contact Info: https://www.fourpeakspartners.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kara_ayala/ https://www.instagram.com/themikeayala/

Many of us are so eager to acquire success that we forget to enjoy the most valuable and satisfying part, the chase and the journey. Today we sit down with an owner who clearly understands his WHY, and continues to push himself to further his personal development and uplift his family, team, and community. The years you spend prior to the opening of your business are just as important as the years you spend building it. Join us as we hear how Rob Stringer has built his locally owned collision center into a company his community is proud to work with.   Contact Info: https://arizonacollisioncenter.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rob.stringer/ Rob@arizonacollisioncenter.com https://www.facebook.com/ArizonaCollisionCenter/

Have you ever started a business out of your garage? Tune in to hear a serial entrepreneur discuss how he has taken his company to the point of acquisition.  Tudor Melville speaks with us about the overwhelmingness of running a handful of businesses all at once. He even explains how he utilized professionals in his network to help him focus his attention on a business that is now serving fortune 100 companies! Contact: Oceanviewrental@gmail.com https://www.suntechcircuits.com/ http://www.toastmasters.org/Find-a-Club/04765757-04765757

In every friend group, there is one person who makes your entire group just a little more confident, energized, and remarkably funny. No matter the situation this individual seems to stay positive, collected, and could even be considered the hype man. Well, todays guest is that guy! Join me as I sit down with Templeton Walker and experience what it feels like to surround yourself with a friend who has that kind of impact on your life. Not only will we laugh and make jokes, but we will also discuss the difficulty that comes along with being leaned on as the the guy who is always upbeat. Don’t be fooled, with humor will come wisdom. In this episode you will hear how one of the most successful wholesalers in the valley is making a living by treating people the right way, and always keeping his core values top of mind. Contact Info: https://www.instagram.com/tempewalker/ https://thetempletonwalkerpodcast.libsyn.com/

From Rodeo to Resurfacing, Justin French, owner of SX Paint + Resurfacing sits down with us to discuss his journey. From the age of 17 Justin has been on a mission to create a business he could be proud of. With supreme employees, profits and culture, Justin is now running a multi million dollar company and is proud of what he and his staff have accomplished. In todays episode Justin reveals his strengths, flaws, and failures. We even look back into how quickly business turned sour during the recession, and what he has learned and planned for to avoid making the same mistakes. Contact Info: http://sxresurfacing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sxpaint_resurfacing/ https://www.facebook.com/sxpaintandresurfacing/

It began in 1999. Jill Davis had been scrapbooking for over 25 years, was an expert crafter and taught local sold-out classes on paper crafting. Creative expression filled her life with meaning and joy and she loved sharing that passion with others so much that she wanted to do it on a larger scale. Soon after, through a series of miraculous events - some might even call it fate - Jill was able to obtain the domain name Scrapbook.com. She jumped in feet first and started Scrapbook.com out of her home office, launching the first version of the site at the turn of the millennium. Tune in as we sit down with Jill’s son and co-owner, Drex Davis. We hear how much has changed over the last 20 years, from the communities they serve, to the resources they use, but one thing stands true, their passion to empower beautiful, meaningful, handmade creation. Everything they do is with the intent to keep that their #1 focus, and because of it they’ve exceeded their wildest dreams and now operate a company happily welcoming millions of crafters every month! Contact Info: https://www.scrapbook.com/ https://www.facebook.com/scrapbookcom https://www.pinterest.com/scrapbookcom/ https://www.youtube.com/c/scrapbook?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.instagram.com/scrapbookcom/

Most people have no idea what foods are best for them or what their body needs to lose weight and fix their metabolism. In an industry like todays, there are so many diets and fads out there - and it's just simply confusing and unsafe trying to figure out what works best for you. Today we sit down with the co-owner of re:vitalize weight loss & wellness, Dan Lemoine. As we weave our way through his experiences as an entrepreneur, we start to gain insight into their biometric technology and personalized approach to weight loss. Listen closely as we slowly uncover how they are removing the guesswork in identifying what YOUR body needs to rebalance and lose weight, in a natural way. Contact Info: https://www.revitalizeweightloss.com/ https://www.instagram.com/revitalize.weightloss/ https://www.pinterest.com/revitalizeweightloss/ https://twitter.com/revitalizewl https://www.facebook.com/revitalize.weightloss

Determining where your aches and pains stem from can be challenging, but what’s even more difficult is finding someone you trust to help fix your injuries. On todays episode we sit down with a well known chiropractic sports physician to hear about his unique story in becoming a chiropractor, expose the truths behind what chiropractors are really trained and licensed to do for their clients, and how he and his team repair busted athletes daily! Contact Info: http://drmattcolby.com/ https://www.facebook.com/drmattcolby/ https://www.instagram.com/drmattcolby/

Have you ever wondered how Amazon operates, or how it’s able to sell so many products at such a rapid rate? How about all the ads and videos we see of people making money selling for Amazon, and how they are making 6+ figures doing so. Have you ever been curious how it all works and if it’s even real? During this episode of Twists, Turns, & Lessons Learned we sit down with a young but experienced entrepreneur to debunk all these myths about selling on Amazon. You will hear the breakdown of how it all works, and if you can truly be profitable making a career as a seller for Amazon. Tune in as we sit down with Dean Diepholz as he explains how he got involved in this unique business and the courses he has now created to help others have success selling on Amazon as well. Contact Info: https://linktr.ee/deandiepholz https://www.instagram.com/deandiepholz/

24 year old Max Maher sits down on Twists, Turns, & Lessons Learned to discuss how he started generating income on his own at age 13. Today we explore the unique tactics he has used to generate new business, and the enormously uncomfortable positions he has placed himself in to gain attention and attract his fair share of followers. Only have 20 minutes! Lucky for you this episode contains a rapid fire round of questions starting at minute 42. Contact Info: http://www.skinnywimpmoving.com/movers-in-phoenix-arizona/ https://www.instagram.com/maxwell_maher/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLr9nHPNpj7U3096nEo8Qfg

Shayna Weir and Dr. Michelle Turner own and operate one of the most gratifying businesses I have had the opportunity to learn about. Working with children with disabilities, and coaching them to tackle everyday activities that most of us quickly take for granted. As both women work full time jobs and raise a family of their own, they also spend countless hours building a business and making a difference in so many parent’s and children’s lives. Tune in as we sit down with Shayna Weir and hear more about Aquatic-N-Writing Rehab’s trials and tribulations. Contact Info: aquaticnwritingrehab@gmail.com www.anwrehab.com/https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rWgTm-CRO4

Nico’s Barbershop is not the end nor the beginning of this small business owners journey. Rajiv Patel, owner of Nico’s Barbershop shares some of the good, the bad, and the ugly from his past. During today's session we get into an in depth, detailed conversation on how coming from nothing doesn’t have to define you, but can lead you, and inspire you to accomplish incredible things. Join in as we hear how this musician, entrepreneur, and now community leader expands on his outlook on life, and how to create positivity when it seems like there is nothing to be positive about. Contact Info: https://www.nicosbarbershop.com/ hello@nicosbarbershop.com https://www.facebook.com/nicosbarbershopaz https://www.instagram.com/nicosbarbershopaz/ https://www.instagram.com/rajivpatel/

Today on Twists, Turns, & Lessons Learned, Paul Brunoforte and I sit down to discuss his many successes in life, some being in business, some being with relationships, and others being in his community. A role model for many, Paul dives deep into how he continues to educate himself, always maintain a positive attitude, and stay motivated to inspire others. Paul is one of the greatest public speakers I have had the opportunity to watch and learn from, and he challenges you to take a step out of your comfort zone and join us at a Dobson Ranch Toastmasters meeting. Dobson Ranch Toastmasters is a place for people to gain confidence with not only their public speaking, but also their self image. This is a wonderful club that everyone should be exposed to and experience at least once. Every Friday at Dobson Ranch Golf Course we start our Toastmasters meeting at 6:30am SHARP! Feel free to join and enjoy a free breakfast. Contact Info: Pbruno2@cox.net https://www.drtm.org/

The owner and founder of Fluence Fit opens up about his story for everyone to hear. He teaches us how we can avoid some of the mistakes he has had to face, and helps us learn what it's like to struggle with an addiction. His positivity, transparency, and drive, shine through as he describes what his battle scars in business, and his personal life have looked like over the last decade. Join me on this wild ride, as we speak with Eric Meyer about his passion to make a difference in the way others feel about health and wellness. Contact Info: https://fluencefitness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/eric_meyer_2/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/fluencefit/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/hannahfelixfitness/?hl=en

Owner/CEO of Xendurance, Jason St Clair, joins us as we discuss how their revolutionary performance supplements are changing the industry standard and leading the way for all natural supplement companies to follow. Listen in as we navigate our way through Jason’s path to success, and some of the hurdles he has faced along the way. Contact Info: *https://xendurance.com/ *https://www.instagram.com/xendurance/ *https://www.instagram.com/jasonxnd/https://www.facebook.com/xendurance1 * https://twitter.com/Xendurance

Kyler Colin is a young and extremely intelligent entrepreneur who is now one of the lead partners in running Phoenix Water Solutions, a company that provides HOA communities the opportunity to sub meter their utility expenses. Wise beyond his years, tune in as Kyler and I sit down and discuss what has led up to the opportunities he has been presented, and how he has been able to capitalize on them.   Follow or contact Kyler Colin at: https://phoenixwatersolutions.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kyler_t_c/ https://www.facebook.com/kyler.colin kyler@phoemixwatersolutions.com

Abbey Harding is a young entrepreneur and the founder of Desert Rebel. Desert Rebel is a clothing company that specializes in handmade, fashionable, and empowering children's clothing for mothers all across the nation, allowing them to dress their kids in a more unique and expressive manner. BIO: Abbey Harding After graduating high school, I enrolled at Arizona State University in hopes of pursuing a career in teaching. After going through the motions for 2 years, I started to realize that college was not benefiting my life in the way that was expected. This was a point in time where I truly had not discovered my passion yet. Because of this, I ended up dropping out and it left me completely lost and depressed. I felt like I had failed myself and I had no idea what I was supposed to do with my life moving forward. Some say you have to lose yourself to find yourself, and that is exactly what I did. I eventually started creating, reconstructing and up-cycling pieces out of boredom and I quickly found MYSELF. I realized that life is all about the ride, not the destination, and I wanted to enjoy the entire ride. I knew I did not want to spend my ride sitting in an office from 9-5 everyday, which is just me. I knew I had to spend my life creating and making magical sh*t for everyone around the world to rock. I first started Fairy Stitched Couture - a tutu shop for kids and enjoyed it but I wanted to add more to my shop. I soon found a serious passion for creating distressed styled clothing and started offering some distressed pieces in my tutu shop. Not long after that, I had women asking left and right for me to make a distressed women's collection. They were looking to wear the clothing that I had been designing/creating for babies and kids. Because of the added interest, I decided I wanted to create a new brand that fit both me and my shops style. I was born and raised in Arizona and will forever be a desert child and I don't always believe in following the "system". Sometimes I like to color outside the lines and I have learned that that is ok. You don’t always have to take the path everyone else is on. That is when I came up with Desert Rebel, I created this brand to offer empowerment for my fellow rebels and RAD apparel for women and kids. I hope all my pieces bring you as much happiness as they have brought me. Stay wild. Be yourself. & Follow your dreams. Contact Info: https://www.desertrebelaz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/desertrebelaz/ https://www.facebook.com/desertrebelaz/

Frankie Muniz is the owner and founder of Trophy Ridge Interiors, which is a well known commercial door company here in the valley of the sun. In todays episode we review how Frankie first got involved in hanging commercial doors, ways he branched off to build his business into what it is today, and the sacrifices he made to support his family in the process.   Contact info: https://www.instagram.com/trophyridgeinteriors/ trophyridgeinteriors@ymail.com

Jake Coleman runs a highly successful off-road podcast here in Phoenix. Jake's guests are some of the most well known and talented fabricators, off-road companies, drivers, and local business owners.  The Dirty Duner Show: https://www.dirtydunershow.com