#367: Autism Awareness Day with John’s Crazy Socks Founders John and Mark Cronin

It is time to celebrate Autism Awareness Day as we are recording. Get ready for inspiration from this amazing duo! Some areas of discussion with John and Mark include: -Time management techniques and the power of staying organized -Role and purpose-Being able to say no-Started at home and now grown to 34 employees: When each employee is asked what they do: “I Spread Happiness!”-How to find loyal employees -Don't micromanage! It shows distrust Welcome back to That Entrepreneur Show! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe for weekly episodes and rate the show 5 stars to help others join our conversations!Meet our Guests:John’s Crazy Socks is a social enterprise inspired by John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, and his love of colorful and fun socks—what he calls his “crazy socks.” John suggested to his father, Mark X. Cronin, that they start the business to spread happiness. They built the business on five pillars:Inspiration and Hope – Showing What People with Differing Abilities Can DoGiving BackFun Products You Can LoveMaking It PersonalMaking It a Great Place to WorkMore than half of their employees have a different ability, their Giving Back program has raised over $750,000 for charity partners like the Special Olympics, the National Down Syndrome Society, and the Autism Society of America. Most of all, they are Spreading Happiness™.Every Tuesday, John hosts an online dance party at 3 pm EST on Zoom! Have a question for the host or guest? Email Danica at [email protected] to get started.Stay connected with us on social media! You can find us at @ThatEntrepreneurShow on all platforms. For more information about our show and our guests, visit www.vincentalanci.com. We look forward to engaging with you!To learn more about podcasting coaching services, email Danica at [email protected] for more information. Music Credits:Adventure by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.comSend us Fan MailSupport the showRemember to subscribe for the next episode. Show Sponsor: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.com (Download your Podcast Launch Checklist for only $1 here)Music Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.