Startup Dad Headquarters Podcast: Father | Entrepreneur | Family | Leader | Coach

Priest Willis is the CEO of Affiliate Mission, the fastest growing affiliate management startup in North Carolina. Priest got his start in affiliate marketing in the early 2000's, where he cut his teeth building a few niche affiliate sites and eventually started managing company programs for large corporations. 

Kimanzi Constable use to deliver bread for a living, and now he writes. You can see his words in such places as Huffington Post, Mind Body Green, The Good Men Project, Fox News and more. His books have sold over 100,000 copies and his new book, "Stop Chasing Influences" drops later this year. In the last three years, Kimanzi has lost 170 lbs. and moved his family to Hawaii. His goal is to help you create in your work, health and relationships, and live your dream life.

Julien Marion is a husband, dad of three, speaker, teacher and coach in the area of entrepreneurship, business growth, fitness and personal development. He’s also the founder and owner of Move Dance and Fitness, and dance and fitness center in Houston, Texas. He’s the host of The Path to Unlimited, a weekly podcast with a mission to empower and inspire millions to live without any limits. Julien is passionate about using all that God gave him to lift the lid off of people’s lives by adding value and serving others.

Gary jumped into the world of online marketing in 1996 when he built his first online store. By 2005, one of his websites was listed in Times Magazine's List of 50 Coolest Websites. Today, Gary owns 25 websites and two online magazines; Podertainment, which he was driven to create because of his love and passion for podcasting, and The Fastpitch Magazine, which is pretty much the only place you need to go to learn anything and everything about softball. Gary and his wife Kathy have been married for 30 years and have two thriving daughters, Lauren and Amanda.  Here are some of the key points Gary shares in this episode: Navigating through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and marriage by being honest with your spouse How what you put in, is what you get, when it comes to your relationship with your children Creating and building a sustainable business Seeing things like the "average Joe's sees them Figuring out the way things should be done Using your past work experiences to work for you Adapting quickl

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Shawn Rafferty is a personal protection specialist with over 20 years of experience in the security sector. He has served in the Marines, worked as a correction officer, police officer, security contractor in the Middle East and as a Federal agent. He now specializes in teaching people how to be safer by empowering the individual or organization on how to utilize and harness the key principles of situational and observational awareness to prevent unnecessary victimization. Shawn joins us as an expert guest who shares his journey from federal agent to entrepreneur, whose experienced advice prevents unnecessary victimization when it comes to you and your family.  Here are some of the key points Shawn shares: Wearing multiple hats as a father, being an entrepreneur, and furthering your education Finding and learning how to harness your passion Using ping points within your career to be the driving force behind the catalyst for change Figuring out the demand for your business Creating what most would consider a

Phillip Carson, President of Carson Natural Health, LLC is a Pharmacist who thinks outside the box of traditional medicine. He believes in helping people find natural alternatives and integrative nutritional solutions to their health problems. He is committed to leading people to finding the root cause of their health problems and not just treating the symptoms. Phillip is passionate about encouraging and teaching people how to live more balanced, healthier and vibrant lives. Phillip and his wife Kim have been married for over 30 years and have 5 happy and healthy children.

Kate's official title is, the Content Creator and Community Leader at Entrepreneur on Fire w/ John Lee Dumas. But unofficially, Kate is the better half of the dynamic duo. In 2013 she officially took the LEAP from her 9-5 to begin working with John to build the now empire of Entrepreneur on Fire and a massive community called Fire Nation. In addition, to authoring the Eofire blog, Kate is also the host of Kate’s Take: The EOFire Audio Blog, where she share actionable advice for entrepreneurs who are looking to just start and take action today! Kate is our expert guest on the show today and shares some "how to" advice on being a proactive entrepreneur who spends time and energy investing, learning, and teaching into your business. Here are some of the key points Kate shares in this episode: Investing time and energy into your business Plan properly Make a list of all your tasks and put a time to it The importance of putting the right food into your body Surround yourself with the right people Reflection -

Mike Wienick took the leap to entrepreneurship earlier this year and founded CurvedLine. CurvedLine is a growth alignment and management consultancy focused on helping organizations and individuals reach and exceed their goals. Mike has a long and successful history in management, marketing and sales with three successful exits under his belt. 

How They Got Started: It all started in late 2003 over a plate of nachos. Scott  and John, were commiserating together over their corporate jobs when the conversation migrated to their new-found passion…their babies. They both just entered the new world of fatherhood and were keenly focused on all the  “gear” they had acquired to care for their children – strollers, car seats, cribs, and of course…the diaper bag. They were frustrated in their quest to find a diaper bag that inspired them. Neither of them wanted to carry mom’s flowery diaper bag, but their search for something masculine and functional was futile. So, as dads are known to do, they decided to fix the problem and set out to design some dad gear. Scott and John have been best friends for over thirty years and business partners for over 10 years.  Today, our StartupDad duo share a bit about their family life, the story behind their leaps and some key expert advice. Here are some of the key points they share in this episode: The benefits of an LLC

Alan Moore is co-founder of XY Planning Network. He is passionate about helping financial planners start and grow their own “feet only” firms to serve the Gen X and Gen Y clients. He currently lives in Bozeman, Montana so he can hit the slopes on powder days. Alan is a startup dad who shares  in this episode, why the journey to success doesn't necessarily mean there won't be any bumps in the road.  Here are some of the key points you will learn: Moving forward when the unexpected happens Being honest with yourself and doing what you know is right even when it's tough Salvaging a relationship with your former spouse after divorce, so you can continue to be an awesome dad Managing your income and cutting expenses The importance of having a niche and knowing your market Why two maybe greater than one - getting a partner in your business Hiring when you need the help Managing private health insurance The HandyMan Segment: Tips | Tactics | Tools What's your secret sauce? Start What is one time management tool? 

Hans Finzel is all about living your passion; doing what you love and loving what you do. This is the theme of his new book, “The Power of Passion in Leadership.” He has been married to his wife Donna for 40 years and together they have four grown children and 6 grandchildren that they enjoy spending time with. Hans Finzel is our expert startup dad who shares advice on exercising leadership in your business and in your home. Here are some of the key points Hans discusses in this episode: Learning from teachable moments  and why spending quality time with your child(ren) create great bonding moments. The importance of separating work from your home life. Sustaining a healthy marriage by dating your spouse and keeping each other as the primary focus in your marriage. Becoming a better leader: Practice the art of leadership and the importance of learning to improve Being a leader at home: Is less about being the boss and more about creating a partnership with your spouse Providing affirmation to your childr

Erik Fisher is the community manager for Social Media Examiner and host of the award-winning podcast, Beyond the To Do List. His podcast focuses on how-to’s about social media, productivity, and podcasting. He has been married for 13 years, and has a 10 year old daughter and a four year old son. Erik shares in this episode his family life, his StartupDad journey and the keys to his success.  Here is what you will learn from Erik in this episode: Being productive, by saying no to the right things. Trying to find balance with business and family. How to learn from the past by focusing on the future. Finding your niche and sticking to it. Learning your craft through research and personal development. Being secure where you are in your journey.   The HandyMan Segment: Tips | Tactics | Tools   What’s your secret sauce? Analytical mind What is one time management tool? Look at it ahead of time How do you stand out above the noise: Be yourself What is a habit that attributes to your success as a Husband, Father

Shawn Stevenson is a bestselling author and creator of The Model Health Show, featured as the #1 fitness and nutrition show in the world on iTunes. With a university background in biology and kinesiology, Shawn went on to be the founder of Advanced Integrative Health Alliance, a successful company that provides wellness services for both individuals and organizations worldwide. Shawn is also a dynamic keynote speaker who has spoken for TEDx, universities and numerous organizations with outstanding reviews. 

Dan Miller is the President of 48 Days LLC. He specializes in creative thinking for increased personal and business success.  Dan believes that meaningful work blends our natural skills and abilities, our unique personality traits and our dreams and passions.  Dan is active in helping individuals redirect careers, evaluate new income sources and achieve balance living.  He believes that a clear sense of direction can help us become all that God designed us to be. Here are some key points Dan shares in this episode: Being intentional with success not only in business, but most importantly in the home Balancing his family and business The early years of his entrepreneur journey How he sees simple ideas and turns them into opportunities Why a job never appealed to him and why he considered getting a traditional job a financial demotion The blessing and privilege of an entrepreneur lifestyle Validating an idea before you take the leap Making the right choices regarding private health insurance Resources &

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Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.

Dr. Tracey Marks is the author of "Master Your Sleep: Proven Methods Simplified." She is a psychiatrist with 18 years experience helping women jump off the hamster wheel and manage life so they can actually enjoy it. As a working mom herself, she noticed that her patients and friends were seeking solutions to help them avoid burnout. She is the creator of Beyond Burnout, a resource for working moms, and she's the host of The Beyond Burnout Podcast.

Derek Olsen is the author of the #1 best selling book “One Bed, One Bank Account.” Derek and his wife Carrie co-host the Better Conversations podcast. Visit www.DerekAndCarrie.com for their free newsletter and get a free e-book. In this episode Derek shares with us: His why- the work he does supports his family How being on the road for five months, selling everything and doing meet-ups was a live changing experience The behind the scenes journey to his leap How one question helped him realize what he didn't want to do for next five years The importance of having spousal support when making a decision to quit your job Self-publishing their book One Bed, One Bank Account How creating a tight budget allowed them the fuel to continue supporting their family and a self-sufficient business How their world really changed when the two became three The behind the scenes story of Carrie's entrepreneur journey The importance of getting out of your comfort zone to reap the rewards Resources & References Mentioned

There is a story of an old farmer who had worked his crops for many years. One day his horse ran away. Upon hearing the news, his neighbors came to visit. "Such bad luck," they said sympathetically.   "Maybe," the farmer replied.   The next morning the horse returned, bringing with it three other wild horses. "How wonderful," the neighbors exclaimed.   "Maybe," replied the old man.   The following day, his son tried to ride one of the untamed horses, was thrown, and broke his leg. The neighbors again came to offer their sympathy on his misfortune.   "Maybe," answered the farmer.   The day after, military officials came to the village to draft young men into the army. Seeing that the son's leg was broken, they passed him by. The neighbors congratulated the farmer on how well things had turned out.   "Maybe," said the farmer.     Ratings and Reviews - Shoutout to Khalil Guinn for his post on the Startup Dad Fanpage   Behind the scenes here at Startup Dad Headquarters.    Struggles:  - ER Visit -