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The Media Core Minute

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Entrepreneur Josh Langmade interviews a series of business owner, successful entrepreneurs, investors and more. They deep dive into what makes people successful in business and in life. Tune in to hear the stories of industry leaders and gain knowledge and applicable next steps for your very own journey.

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  1. 43: Changing the Way People Think About Taxes with Kayla Shurson

    What does it look like to run an accounting firm that’s built on relationships, not just reports? In this episode, Josh sits down with Kayla Shirson, owner of Shurson Group, to talk about what it really takes to grow a business that feels human even in a field most people find intimidating. Kayla...

  2. 42: Should You Build Your First Home in 2025? | Affordable Homebuilding with Peter Dokken – Ep. 42

    In this episode of Media Core Minute, Josh sits down with Peter Dokken, a real estate expert with a fresh perspective on homebuilding. But this isn’t about luxury homes or massive budgets; we’re talking about realistic options for first-time homebuyers. Peter breaks down how building your own…

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  3. 41: Defining Leadership In An Organization - Ep. 41 with Paul Ayres

    In this episode, Josh sat down with Paul Ayres. He is a business & executive coach, CEO & business professional with an entrepreneurial focus on the continual requalification of skills for himself and his clients. His website can be found here: https://www.thefitprofessional1.com/

  4. 40: Jake Kirsch

    Jake Kirsch is the Senior Director & Partner of ETS Performance. This episode focuses on his story, how ETS has scaled over the years, what it means to grind, and how being selfish can be beneficial.

  5. 39: Scott & Jen Elder | Midwest Lifeshots and Spacebox Photography

    Scott and Jen Elder are the Owners of Midwest Lifeshots and Spacebox Photography. This episode focused on what it means to provide an over-the-top experience, how AI is changing photography, and what they’ve learned along their journey.

  6. 38: Patrick Elmore | Infinite Recycled Technologies

    Patrick Elmore is the President of Business Development at Infinite Recycled Technologies. This episode focuses on Patrick’s story and the rapid growth Infinite has seen over these last few years. This is a company you'll want to keep an eye on.

  7. 37: Joel House | La Crosse Sign Group

    Joel House is the President of La Crosse Sign Group. This episode focuses on the importance of team development and how EOS models can help run your business better.

  8. 36: Matt Guse | M.R.S. Machining

    Matt Guse is the President of M.R.S. Machining. This episode focuses on his story, how M.R.S. has grown over the years, and what it's like to attract and retain great talent in your organization. They also talk about building a good company culture and developing your people.

  9. 35: Jeremy Ellingson | Ellingson Companies

    Jeremy Ellingson is the COO of Ellingson Companies. This episode focuses on the current labor shortage in construction, the effects of technology, and Jeremy's experience as a leader in a quickly growing organization.

  10. 34: Juan Murillo | Rochester Ford

    Juan is a Store Manager for Rochester Ford. This episode focuses on Juan's story, what it means to have unwavering belief in yourself, developing teams, and what riding a line between confidence and humility is like.

  11. 33: Lincoln Ruggeberg | Links Outdoor Services

    Lincoln is the Owner of Links Outdoor Services, a landscaping and excavation company in Rochester, MN. This episode focuses on what it's like to give 110%, to never give up, and to know what you want.

  12. 32: Jeremy Bigelow | Bigelow Homes

    Jeremy Bigelow is the Owner of Bigelow Homes, helping Minnesotans design and build their homes for 40+ years. This episode focuses on real estate, developments, and legacy. Jeremy and Josh also discuss the current state of the real estate market, barndominiums, and the minimalist lifestyle.

  13. 31: Colton Bjornson | Tier 1 Clicks

    Colton Bjornson is the Founder of Tier 1 Clicks, a Social Media Advertising Firm for HVAC and Insulation companies. This episode focuses on paid ads, burning the boats, and what to look out for in ad agencies. They also talk about their relationship as business owners who started their companies...

  14. 30: Sam & Griff Slightam | Jimmy's Salad Dressings and Dips

    Sam and Griff Slightam are third-generation owners of Jimmy's Salad Dressings and Dips in Stewartville, MN. This episode focuses on their personal journeys, growing up in an entrepreneurial family, and their long-term goals for Jimmy's. They also talk about EOS models, personal development, and...

  15. 29: Antone Darrington | The Barber Lounge

    Antone "Tone" is the Founder of The Barber Lounge in Rochester, MN. This episode focuses on his story, and how he ended up owning a barber shop. Antone and Josh also reminisce on their relationship and helping each other when they were both starting their businesses.

  16. 28: John Meyer | Ace Athletics

    John is the Founder and Owner of Ace Athletics in Rochester, MN. This episode focuses on his story and how he has developed himself over time as he grew his business. Josh and John also talk about their long-term goals and where they both hope to see their businesses go in the future.

  17. 27: Julie Stanke | Fresh Paint

    Julie is the President and CEO of Fresh Paint in Minnesota. This episode focuses on her story and how to thrive with partnerships. Josh and Julie also discuss how to develop people to grow your company and the importance of recognizing life lessons along the way.

  18. 26: Jeff Schuppe | Schad Tracy Signs

    Jeff is the President and Owner of Schad Tracy Signs in Minnesota. This episode discusses acquisitions, corporate America, starting companies, marketing, sales, leadership, and much more! Schad Tracy Signs focuses on providing dynamic signage solutions to all sectors from banks, to restaurants,...

  19. 25: Dr. Katie Post | Northwest Dental Group

    Dr. Post is the owner of Northwest Dental Group in Rochester, MN. This episode discusses buying into practices, buying out partners, growing your business, leadership, and real estate development. She also resides on the board of the Ronald McDonald House and has experience on many other boards....

  20. 24: Garrett Williams | G&M Outdoor Services

    Garrett is the Co-Owner and Founder of G&M Outdoor Services. Offering services from landscaping, and snow removal, to excavation and sewer and water, Garrett along with his sister founded the company and has grown it, learning many valuable lessons along the way related to work ethic, hiring,...

  21. 23: #23 - Luke Minger

    Luke is the CEO and Owner of Minger Construction. They are a MN based civil construction company. We dive into his story and growth of the company as well as navigating through the changing economy. The things he learned over the years are very applicable and we can all learn a lot from them.

  22. 22: #22 - Brian McQuilkin

    Brian is a owner/partner at Active PT. They have grown very fast and run an amazing business. We learn about Brians story and see how he and his business partner built their company so quickly.

  23. 21: #21 - Jeffrey Price

    Jeff is an part owner / operator of Rochester Concrete Products. Today we cover his story growing up in the area and in the business. We also cover things he has learned along the way and some good ideas they are doing still today!

  24. 20: #20 - John Scepaniak

    John is 3rd generation at WD Scepaniak and the Director of Aggregate Operations. We dive into the story of how they started as well as many other topics today. This is a fun one so give it a listen!

  25. 19: #19 - Matthew Feils

    Matthew is one of the Future owners of Feils Oil company in Plainview, MN. He will be the third generation of owners for this family run business. Feils Oil has been built on trust, reliability, and hard work. Matthew and I dive into his story and hear about the history of the company.

  26. 18: #18 - Rebecca Suess

    Rebecca is the owner of the Refinery Skin Clinic up in Burnsville, MN. We dive into her amazing story and talk about what it to be a true entrepreneur! Give this one a listen and a share!

  27. 17: #17 - Mike Benike

    Mike is a part Owner and the Executive Vice President at Benike Construction. We talk about what its like coming into a company with a great reputation as a 4th generation owner. We also dive into how the construction industry is growing and evolving.

  28. 16: #16 - Nick Pompeian

    Nick is one of the owners of Realty Growth Inc. and P&P Hospitality here in Rochester, MN. We talk about Nicks story as well as the impact that his dad made here in the community. We dive into success and how to look at life and business being grateful every step of the way.

  29. 15: #15 - Nick Sargent

    Nick is the second generation owner of Sargents Gardens here in Rochester, MN. We talk about Nick's story growing up and how he has changed things since being a part of the family business.

  30. 14: #14 - Jeremiah Watson

    Jeremiah is the CEO of Watson Recycling and Infinite Recycling Technologies. In this episode we learn about what it takes to grow a company and how finding a need and pursuing it can lead to big things.

  31. 13: #13 - Nick Powers

    Nick Powers is President of Powers Ventures in Rochester, Minnesota. As a husband and a father Nick knows how to work hard and still balance life. We dive into his story and what hard work looks like!

  32. 12: #12 - Jordan Barnes

    Jordan Barnes is the owner of Accord Electric in Rochester, MN. Jordan didn't originally start the company or have it passed down and bought through family. We dive into Jordan's story about growing up and the choices and decision that lead to buying an established electrical business. We also...

  33. 11: #11 - Matt Remick

    Matt is the President as well as one of the owners of the Rochester Athletic Club in Rochester, MN. We dive into what it takes to run and operate a large fitness club, and what its like buying in as a second generation owner. We also talk about the importance of the right team and people in your...

  34. 10: #10 - Cory Penz

    Cory Penz is one of the owners of ELCOR construction here in Rochester, MN. Cory is a 6th generation Penz in the area and comes from a family of entrepreneurs. Today we talk about what it takes to run and grow a large construction company, as well as the history of how it all began.

  35. 9: #9 - Nick Stageberg

    Nick Stageberg and his wife Elaine own and manage Black Swan Real Estate, a real estate investment firm and property management company specializing in apartment buildings and single family homes based in Rochester, MN. They have grown very quickly in the last few years and we dive into what it...

  36. 8: #8 - Jeff Brown

    Jeff Brown is a real estate developer, business owner, and entrepreneur. Born and raised in Rochester, MN Jeff went to school in New Hampshire and came back to start North Rock Real Estate where he manages the Rochester location. We dive into his story about getting started and what it takes to...

  37. 7: #7 - Drew Fleming

    Drew is the owner of North House Real Estate here in Rochester. He is also a partner in R Fleming Construction. Today we dive into a fun conversation about how Drew got started and what it takes to get to where he is at!

  38. 6: #6 - Dalton Snow

    Dalton Snow is a new business owner and entrepreneur! He has seen massive success and growth in his first year into business. Listen to his story about getting started and how he handled the rapid growth and where the company is going.

  39. 5: #5 - PJ Calkins

    PJ has been an Entrepreneur starting at a young age. Through multiple companies he eventually joined a business called CWS here in Rochester. Through his time there acting as an Intrepreneur he moved up over the last 7 years to become the now CEO. We dive in to see his motivations and the driving...

  40. 4: #4 - Mike Reps

    Mike Reps is an Owner of Two Men And A Truck here in Rochester as well as in Mankato and Fargo. We discuss how coming from an Ag background and wanting a career change lead to working and then owning his own locations. We also dive into culture and what kind of mindset it takes to run and grow a...

  41. 1: #1 - Dain Bauman

    Dain Bauman is a self made Entrepreneur! He owns a 7 figure digital agency and helps E-Commerce companies market their products. In this episode we cover what digital advertising looks like and how it stacks up to traditional marketing.

  42. 2: #2 - Jameson Hanson

    Jameson is the owner of multiple Anytime Fitness facilities in the MN area. He started as a trainer and now owns multiple locations while also traveling around helping other Anytime owners with their sales and marketing. Jameson and I dive into sales on what it take and what to look for.

  43. 3: #3 - Greg Towner

    Greg Towner is a Business Owner, Entrepreneur, Family Man, and Investor. You will hear how he got started in the industry from one single family home to selling a portfolio of 35 homes and moved into commercial investing. We cover mind set and struggles as well as what it takes and how anyone can...

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Entrepreneur Josh Langmade interviews a series of business owner, successful entrepreneurs, investors and more. They deep dive into what makes people successful in business and in life. Tune in to hear the stories of industry leaders and gain knowledge and applicable next steps for your very own journey.

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