efighter to Serial Entrepreneur | Building Multiple Businesses with Ken Schreiner

Firefighter to Serial Entrepreneur | Building Multiple Businesses with Ken SchreinerWhat does it really take to build not just one… but multiple successful businesses?In this Freedom Friday episode of the Journey to Business Ownership podcast, Patrice Miles sits down with Ken Schreiner — owner of Front Runner Real Estate, partner in White Oak Mortgage, and founder of AJ Schreiner Spirits — to talk about his journey from firefighter and CarMax sales leader to serial entrepreneur.Ken shares how growing up around business owners shaped his mindset early, why he believes in “monetizing your hobbies,” and how he built businesses that all complement each other. From real estate to mortgages to launching a whiskey brand rooted in family history, Ken breaks down what it looks like to create a life by design.But it’s not just about success — it’s about strategy.Ken gets real about fear, the importance of preparation, and why most people struggle when transitioning from employee to business owner. His advice? Start where it’s hard, surround yourself with the right people, and don’t try to do it alone.In this episode, we talk about:-Ken’s early entrepreneurial mindset and upbringing-His transition from firefighter and corporate sales into real estate-Building Front Runner Real Estate with a people-first culture-Expanding into mortgages and creating White Oak Mortgage-Launching a whiskey brand from 100+ year-old family recipes-Why preparation reduces fear in business ownership-The biggest mistakes new business owners make-Why you should “start where it’s hard”If you’ve ever thought about starting a business but aren’t sure where to begin, this episode is packed with real-world insight and encouragement to take that first step.Connect with Ken & His Businesses:🔗 LinkedIn:   / kennethschreiner  🏡 Front Runner Real Estate: https://www.fr-re.com/📘 Front Runner Facebook:   / front-runner-real-estate-61560447786072  💰 White Oak Mortgage: https://whiteoakmortgage.com/🥃 AJ Schreiner Spirits: https://ajschreinerspirits.com/Ready to explore business ownership for yourself?Learn more at: https://www.thejourneytobusinessowner...Connect with Patrice Miles on LinkedIn:  / patricemiles  Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode with someone who’s ready to stop chasing a paycheck and start chasing purpose.efighter to Serial Entrepreneur | Building Multiple Businesses with Ken Schreiner