Square One

Malcolm Godwin

Square One goes beyond surface-level discussions and delves into the nitty-gritty details of real-world entrepreneurship. Our guests openly share their failures and setbacks, along with the lessons they learned from these experiences. You’ll gain a profound understanding of the challenges entrepreneurs face and how they overcome them, allowing you to anticipate and navigate similar hurdles on your journey. read less

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E34 - Andrew Ball Goes Back to Square One

E34 - Andrew Ball Goes Back to Square One

Andrew Ball is the owner of Basement Correctors, a company that corrects water issues in basements, crawl spaces, and foundations. Key Takeaways: In this episode, Andrew shares why it’s always important to do things the right way and give 100% effort, how to retain employees, and how he got started in the industry - which is how he recommends others do it too. He also shares an incredible story of how he was held at gunpoint, singing in a gas station parking lot at 2am in Ukraine. Links: You can connect with Andrew by following Basement Correctors on Facebook (facebook.com/basementcorrectors) or Instagram (@basementcorrectors). Or visit their website to learn more (basementcorrectors.com). You can also watch the video we talked about here (facebook.com/theballbrothers/videos/663214188298986). Shoutouts: The Singing Contractors (thesingingcontractors.com) About Square One: The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

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E34 - Andrew Ball Goes Back to Square One

E34 - Andrew Ball Goes Back to Square One

Andrew Ball is the owner of Basement Correctors, a company that corrects water issues in basements, crawl spaces, and foundations. Key Takeaways: In this episode, Andrew shares why it’s always important to do things the right way and give 100% effort, how to retain employees, and how he got started in the industry - which is how he recommends others do it too. He also shares an incredible story of how he was held at gunpoint, singing in a gas station parking lot at 2am in Ukraine. Links: You can connect with Andrew by following Basement Correctors on Facebook (facebook.com/basementcorrectors) or Instagram (@basementcorrectors). Or visit their website to learn more (basementcorrectors.com). You can also watch the video we talked about here (facebook.com/theballbrothers/videos/663214188298986). Shoutouts: The Singing Contractors (thesingingcontractors.com) About Square One: The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E33 - Vincent Phipps Goes Back to Square One

E33 - Vincent Phipps Goes Back to Square One

Vincent Phipps is the owner of Communication VIP Training and Coaching, where he teaches people how to communicate with others effectively through keynotes, interactive workshops, and 1:1 consulting. In this episode, for possibly the first time ever, Vincent defends the word “um”?? If you have ever met him, you know this is a big deal! He also shares advice on how to stop saying “um,” why you should use quantifiable metrics for your business, and how to protect your reputation. You can connect with Vincent on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/vincentphipps) or learn more about his services and upcoming training workshops on his website (vincentphipps.com). The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E32 - Rich Mozingo Goes Back to Square One

E32 - Rich Mozingo Goes Back to Square One

Rich Mozingo is the President of the Chattanooga Lookouts. In this episode, Rich shares advice for professionals on what actions could lead to a positive ROI, why the Lookouts have an alternate identity of the Wreckers this season, and, of course, the most up-to-date information about the new stadium. Rich also shares two of his favorite Lookouts stories: the time Michael Jordan played in Ingles Stadium, and the time the Dynamite Lady blew up after a game. You can connect with Rich on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/rich-mozingo-4582857/) or learn more about the Lookouts on their website (milb.com/chattanooga/team/staff). The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E31 - Cameron Brown Goes Back to Square One

E31 - Cameron Brown Goes Back to Square One

Cameron Brown is the Membership Representative for the National Federation of Independent Businesses, a member-driven organization that advocates for small and independent business owners nationwide. In this episode, Cameron shares his 4 daily disciplines (G.E.T. R.E.A.L.), why you should get rid of things that are in “4th place,” and the story behind Shepherds of Men and The Movement podcast. You can connect with Cameron on LinkedIn, or via email (freeagentcam@gmail.com). Episode Shoutouts: Nick Alfano, Shepherds of Men, The Movement Podcast. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E30 - Jason Smith Goes Back to Square One

E30 - Jason Smith Goes Back to Square One

Jason Smith is a coach for Catch a Lift, a non-profit that enables post-9/11 combat injured veterans all over the U.S. to recover and rehabilitate both physically and mentally through physical fitness, motivation, and support. In this episode, Jason shares how he lost both of his legs by stepping on an IED, which led him down a dark path but ultimately changed his perspective on life. We get into the nitty-gritty of how he’s broken a world record for the 1-minute row and why he follows the carnivore diet. Plus, how he found his purpose and why he believes that a situation is only as bad as you make it. You can learn more about Jason Smith and Catch a Lift on the CAL website (catchaliftfund.org), you can follow Jason on Instagram (@smithmachine85), and you can follow CAL on Instagram (@catchalift_fund). Episode Shoutouts: Nutrition World. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E29 - Dr. Callie Lance Goes Back to Square One

E29 - Dr. Callie Lance Goes Back to Square One

Dr. Callie Lance is the owner of Chattanooga Sports Chiropractic Institute, a chiropractic clinic that focuses on empowering the athlete within you. Some people have stigmatized the chiropractic industry as “cracking necks and cashing checks” but in this episode, Callie shares her vastly different approach to patient care. She also shares her two-hour morning routine, how FAILing is just the First Attempt In Learning, and how running marathons has increased her mental endurance. You can learn more about Dr. Lance and CSCI on Facebook (facebook.com/NoogaSportChiro), Instagram (@noogasportchiro), or on her website (chattanoogasportschiro.com). Episode Shoutouts: Dr. Mark King, Lance Thompson, Spine and Sport Rehabilitation Institute, and Stephanie Davis. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E28 - Jessie Gantt-Temple Goes Back to Square One

E28 - Jessie Gantt-Temple Goes Back to Square One

Jessie Gantt-Temple is the owner of Feathers & Fruit, a farm with about 200 chickens and an orchard with a variety of fruits. In this episode, Jessie shares the blunt realities of farm life (it’s not all that the farmfluencers crack it up to be), the importance of sustainable practices like zero-waste and composting, and why you should follow your passions and have definitive roles with your business partner. You can learn more about Jessie Gantt-Temple, Feathers & Fruit, and the classes she offers on Facebook (facebook.com/FeathersAndFruit), Instagram (@feathersandfruit), or on her website (feathersandfruit.com) Episode Shoutouts: NewTerra Compost and Sadie McElrath from Zero Waste Chattanooga. P.S. If you order from Feathers & Fruit, you can pick up your order from Chattanooga Home Inspector on Fridays! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E27 - Jordan Lindley Goes Back to Square One

E27 - Jordan Lindley Goes Back to Square One

Jordan Lindley is the owner of Market Street Creative, a social media management company that specializes in helping realtors and mortgage lenders. In this episode, Jordan shares her technique of “friendship first, business second,” how to partner with other businesses to grow each other’s spheres, and why you should start and end your day with the outdoors. Plus, she shares a few social media tips that you can implement today. You can learn more about Jordan Lindley by connecting with her on Instagram @thatchattanoogachick. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E26 - Madison McCann Goes Back to Square One

E26 - Madison McCann Goes Back to Square One

Madison McCann is the owner of SpeakEasy Productions, which provides podcast production and editing services. In this episode, we talk about what to do when a potential client ghosts you, why you should compete with your spouse financially, how to invest for the future, and why you should start your business with a good team. You can learn more about Madison McCann on her website here, or you can connect with her on LinkedIn and Instagram. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E25 - Mac Hibbett Goes Back to Square One

E25 - Mac Hibbett Goes Back to Square One

Mac Hibbett owns a property management company, Hibbett Homes, and is a realtor with Crye-Leike. In this episode, we talk about how never having a “real” job has led him to be a successful entrepreneur, how someone could make $5M/year in property management, and how “cheaping out” on projects never works out… and might end up with you showering in your backyard with a garden hose. You can learn more about Mac Hibbett on his website here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E24 - Ashley Schendel Goes Back to Square One

E24 - Ashley Schendel Goes Back to Square One

Ashley Schendel is the owner of Transaction Management Support, which provides administrative support to real estate agents (which is not just paperwork, by the way). In this episode, Ashley shares how she starts her day by taking care of the “minimum effective dose” that Tim Ferriss teaches about in his book, The 4-Hour Work Week. We also talk about how she brought her husband into the business and how they manage their working relationship, as well as lessons she’s learned over the past 9 years of owning her business. You can learn more about Ashley Schendel on her website here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E23 - Andrew Zito Goes Back to Square One

E23 - Andrew Zito Goes Back to Square One

Andrew Zito is the Vice President of the Chattanooga Lookouts. In this episode, Andrew shares how he worked his way up through the Lookouts since starting in 2012 as a concessions intern. He also shares advice for building a positive workplace culture and an update on the new stadium. You can learn more about Andrew Zito on the Lookouts website here or connect with him on LinkedIn here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E22 - Darren Miller and Sydney Blackwell Go Back to Square One

E22 - Darren Miller and Sydney Blackwell Go Back to Square One

Darren Miller and Sydney Blackwell have started a joint venture, Goosehead Insurance, after seeing an area that their real estate clients needed help with. In this episode, we talk about operating agreements, waking up early and hustling, getting burned in business (and what to do about it), and surrounding yourself with people who are at the level you want to be at. You can learn more about Darren Miller on his website here or follow him on Instagram here. You can learn more about Sydney Blackwell on her website here or follow her on Instagram here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E21 - Matt Hullander Goes Back to Square One

E21 - Matt Hullander Goes Back to Square One

Matt Hullander is a serial entrepreneur and successful businessman. Matt grew Hullco to become one of the largest exterior remodeling companies in the country before selling the business in 2021. Now, his companies include V2 Strategy, V2 Ventures, V2 Properties, and V2 Aviation, and he’s a partner in several real estate development, private equity, and e-commerce businesses. In this episode, Matt explains why he walks five miles every morning, the meaning behind “V2” in each of his businesses’ names, and what he learned from the 2022 mayoral election. He also breaks down each principle of his new book The Daily Climb and shares why he’s donating all of the proceeds from the book to The Jason Foundation. You can learn more about Matt Hullander on his website here, and you can purchase The Daily Climb here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E20 - Jonathan Gonzalez Goes Back to Square One

E20 - Jonathan Gonzalez Goes Back to Square One

Jonathan Gonzalez is a local Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty and he is also the host of The JG Podcast, which brings together exceptional high achievers from various industries. In this episode, Jonathan shares how conquering his past addictions completely reframed his mindset. We also talk about hiring a business coach, why you should go all in on one platform, and why it’s so important to take breaks. You can learn more about Jonathan Gonzalez on Instagram and you can listen to The JG Podcast here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E19 - Dr. Matt Smith Goes Back to Square One

E19 - Dr. Matt Smith Goes Back to Square One

Dr. Matt Smith co-owns REV Optimal Living with his wife, Dr. Monica Smith. In this episode, we talk about working with your spouse (and other family members), how to create a community within your business, accepting stress and growing through it, the theory of “radical transparency,” and taking ownership of your life. You can learn more about Dr. Matt Smith on the REV Optimal Living website and Instagram. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E18 - Justin Bethune Goes Back to Square One

E18 - Justin Bethune Goes Back to Square One

Justin Bethune is the owner of Crawl Logic, Window Source, Home Source Network, and Build Something Media. In this episode, we discuss building your business (not your ego). We also break down what the proper percentages should be for overhead, fixed costs, and profit. Plus, how Justin is “bringing respect back” to tradesmen. You can learn more about Justin Bethune and his businesses on his Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. You can listen to his podcast here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E17 - Bri Goodrich Goes Back to Square One

E17 - Bri Goodrich Goes Back to Square One

Bri Goodrich is the owner of Goodrich Homes, a Keller Williams real estate team. In this episode, we discuss what it’s like to work with a spouse, specifically when it’s not a partnership and one person is the boss! Bri also shares what it’s like to be a recovering workaholic and how she combats hustle culture and sets boundaries. *Content Warning: Near the end of this episode we briefly discuss miscarriage. If you would like to skip this part, please skip 33:46-37:11. You can learn more about Bri Goodrich and Goodrich Homes here. You can also listen to the “It’s Time to Chatt” podcast on Spotify and Apple. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E16 - Thomas DeMoss Goes Back to Square One

E16 - Thomas DeMoss Goes Back to Square One

Thomas DeMoss is the owner of Chattanooga Property Solutions, a company that provides solutions for folks with challenging real estate issues and those who need to sell their home for cash. In this episode, we discuss the ups and downs of owning 40+ rental properties, tips for people wanting to get started in real estate investing, and how to have a successful business partnership. You can learn more about Thomas DeMoss and Chattanooga Property Solutions here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.

E15 - Meet the Host (Pt 2) Isaiah Williams Goes Back to Square One

E15 - Meet the Host (Pt 2) Isaiah Williams Goes Back to Square One

Isaiah Williams is the Head of Business Development for Omni Home Services, the parent company of Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, Yellow Door Vacation Rentals, and Radon Eraser. In this episode, Isaiah shares practical tips for hiring and retaining employees, including personality tests, job posting platforms, training, and using your personal network. We also discuss the purpose of the podcast and the advice that Isaiah has for other young professionals. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. The Square One podcast is produced and edited by SpeakEasy Productions and hosted/sponsored by Omni Home Services, which represents Chattanooga Home Inspector, Nuclear Pest Control, Elevate Home Staging and Design, and Radon Eraser.