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EPISODE · Sep 10, 2025 · 46 MIN

Starting a Restoration Business with Just $5K and a Dream

from The GPS Podcast - Navigating Small Business Growth · host Violand Management Associates

Starting a business is never easy. Starting one with only $5,000, no safety net, and a baby on the way? That’s exactly what Marvin Williams faced when he founded Recon Restoration. His story is about more than building a business—it’s about resilience, faith, and finding purpose through second chances.   In this episode of The GPS Podcast, we sit down with Marvin to hear how he: ✔ Overcame addiction and personal setbacks to rebuild his life ✔ Took the leap with just $5K to start Recon Restoration ✔ Balanced urgency and rapid growth without burning out the team ✔ Built a culture of second chances and community involvement   Whether you’re starting a business, chasing a dream, or overcoming your own challenges, this podcast will inspire you to keep moving forward.   Register for Violand's Business Planning Retreats: https://bit.ly/3IsY95O Learn more about Recon Restoration: https://reconrestorationms.com/   Listen on: YouTube: https://bit.ly/4hJfqUz Apple: https://apple.co/42EB8Vp Spotify: https://spoti.fi/40Ne6ZW Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Q3viW7 iHeartRadio: https://bit.ly/3Ene5o6   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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