EPISODE · Apr 2, 2025 · 43 MIN
Overcoming a Dark Past: The Road from Hardship to Leadership (Part 1)
from The GPS Podcast - Navigating Small Business Growth · host Violand Management Associates
What does it take to overcome a dark past and build a life of purpose and leadership? In this episode of the GPS Podcast, we talk with Willy Johnson, Founder of Alpha Omega Disaster Restoration and Montana Re-Entry, who shares his powerful story of redemption. From a troubled youth to building a successful career and finding purpose in helping others, Willy’s journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and the power of second chances. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we explore Willy’s early struggles, his path to the trades, and how he began building a business that would change his life. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we dive deeper into his success as a business owner and leader. Learn more about Montana Re-Entry: https://montanareentry.org/ Ready to reach the next level in your business? Schedule your free consultation: https://bit.ly/violand-coaching Register for The 2025 Violand Executive Summit: https://bit.ly/violand-summit Register for the RIA International Restoration Convention & Industry Expo: https://convention.restorationindustry.org/ Listen on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@violandmanagement Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gps-podcast-navigating-small-business-growth/id1794350235 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7fwc42iL7qUmVgmhFElDLU Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fccf1886-1c1e-4e72-8734-3f0f72d032ce iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/264022400 Follow us on socials! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ViolandManagement LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/violand-management-associates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/violand_management/
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What does it take to overcome a dark past and build a life of purpose and leadership? In this episode of the GPS Podcast, we talk with Willy Johnson, Founder of Alpha Omega Disaster Restoration and Montana Re-Entry, who shares his powerful story of redemption. From a troubled youth to building a successful career and finding purpose in helping others, Willy’s journey is a testament to resilience, faith, and the power of second chances. In Part 1 of this two-part series, we explore Willy’s early struggles, his path to the trades, and how he began building a business that would change his life. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we dive deeper into his success as a business owner and leader. Learn more about Montana Re-Entry: https://montanareentry.org/ Ready to reach the next level in your business? Schedule your free consultation: https://bit.ly/violand-coaching Register for The 2025 Violand Executive Summit: https://bit.ly/violand-summit Register for the RIA International Restoration Convention & Industry Expo: https://convention.restorationindustry.org/ Listen on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@violandmanagement Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-gps-podcast-navigating-small-business-growth/id1794350235 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7fwc42iL7qUmVgmhFElDLU Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/fccf1886-1c1e-4e72-8734-3f0f72d032ce iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/264022400 Follow us on socials! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ViolandManagement LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/violand-management-associates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/violand_management/
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