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Homegrown Hustle — 133 episodes

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Predicting the Future: Inside Apple’s Innovation Playbook

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AI Will Cost You Millions If You Ignore This: Cybersecurity & AI Risks Every Business Owner Must Understand

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Culture Over Chaos: Building Companies That Actually Scale

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Fix the Bucket, Not the Leads: Why Your Sales System Is the Problem

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From Stuck to Category of One: Rebuilding Foundations, Reclaiming Clarity, and Scaling with Strategy

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From Chaos to Leadership: Building a Team That Scales

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Scaling Confidence: The Science of Teaching Kids to Swim

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The $0 Marketing Playbook: Build Trust, Traffic & a Thriving Practice

9

Pressure Builds Titans

10

Turning Passion Into a 900-Family Sailing Empire

11

Entrepreneurship at the Edge: Lessons from Greenland

12

Art Is the Asset - Community, Creativity & Entrepreneurship

13

The Social Illusion: Strategy Over Hype

14

Reputation Is Currency: How Stakeholder Perception Builds (or Breaks) Your Business

15

Build Before You Plan: The One-Page Business Model That Actually Works

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Scaling with Intent: Business Development, Leadership, and Sustainable Growth

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The Pursuit of Excellence in Business

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Protecting Your Peak: Ice Dams, Attic Efficiency, and the Wildlife-Proofing Gap with Joshua Swisher

19

Homegrown Hustle Winter Special: Ice Dams, Attics, and the Physics of a Broken Home

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Marketing Is Not the Leverage—Leadership Is

21

The Sauna Renaissance: Science, Culture & Entrepreneurship with Sierra Blake

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Built Different: How Reuben Saltzman Raised the Standard for an Entire Industry

23

The Truth About Private Equity: Building Empires the Right Way

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Scaling Disruption: Mental Health to Market Growth

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From Barback to Business Empire: How Brent Frederick Built Minnesota’s Restaurant Powerhouse

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From Philanthropy to Purpose: Building Systems That Scale Impact

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Empowering Entrepreneurs: The Community Approach

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The Hunt for Passion: Turning Obsession into Opportunity

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From Nursing to Natural Skincare: Michelle Hamilton’s Journey with Dandelion Naturals

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Escaping the Owner’s Trap: Leadership, Systems, and Sustainable Growth

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From Diapers to Downloads: Building Community and Influence Without Even Trying with Monica Eickman

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From Chainsaws to Culture: How Wes Nichols Scaled Pro Tree Into a Destination Workplace

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Fixing a Broken System: How Peter P. Follesé Scaled an Insurance Empire

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From Liquor Stores to Legacy: How the Streeter Family Built a Real Estate Empire

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From Foreclosures to Fortunes: How Michael Ruhland Turns Risk into Real Estate Rewards

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From Bankrupt to Billionaire Mindset: Rafik Moore's $100M Blueprint for Entrepreneurial Real Estate

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From Soot-Covered Beginnings to Culture-Driven Growth: How Small Business Leaders Drive Innovation and Build Legacy

38

Mastering Marketing for Home Services with Matt Eickman

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Barricaded but Unbroken: Ed Reed’s Fight for Justice, Business, and Community in George Floyd Square

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Roofing with Purpose: Ryan Mason’s Journey from Family Business to Storm Restoration Leader

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Designing for Legacy: Fusing Craft, Tech & Purpose in the Home with Union Place

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From Stage to Storytime: How Nicole Fenstad Built a Business Bringing Imagination to Life

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Disrupting 'I Do': How Bridal Aisle Boutique Rewrote the Rules of the Wedding Industry

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The Bumblebee Effect: Marketing Alchemy, Generational Psychology, and the Science of Being Memorable

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From Pipe Dreams to Plumbing Empire: Andrew Lindholm’s Blueprint for Business Growth

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Disrupting Cannabis & Building Ethical Empires

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Turning Data into Decisions: How to Build a Smarter Business with Gary Kramlich

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The Hidden Secrets of Marketing Success with Kyle Scott (NorthWing Digital) and Tracy Kelly (Paperboy Marketing)

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Leadership, Legacy & Growth with Scott Eickman

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Why Your Hiring Process is Costing You Thousands (And How to Fix It!) With Kirstyn Sansom, CEO of Sansom Staffing

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EP 81: Sales, Storytelling & Six-Figure Comebacks: The Art of Closing Deals with Andrew Seifert of Southwest Consulting

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Mastering Content Strategy: Authentic Growth for Small Businesses with Gabe Steinberg

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Navigating the Mortgage Landscape: Insights from Chris Carr at Union Home Mortgage

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Building Stronger Businesses: Kathi Schaff on the Minnesota Chamber’s Impact

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Building Trust and Ensuring Safety: Matt Eickman on Pest Control in Commercial Real Estate

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Scaling Success: Glennon Quyn's Journey from Bartending to Business Ownership

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Masterminds, Mindsets, and More: A Conversation with Josh John

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Family Hustle: The Whitmore Pest Control Story

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Reflecting on 2024: Lessons, Growth, and Plans for the Future - FAQ Special Episode

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Building a Legacy: Kyle Smith on Leading Tomahawk Live Trap with Innovation and Integrity

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Brewing Success: Jim Watkins on Innovation, Growth, and Leadership at Sociable Cider Werks

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Abra Kadabros: From Family Roots to Business Growth

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Professional Development: A Deepdive With Todd Rooker of Rooker Financial Consulting and Josh Swisher of Northface Construction

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Abra KadaBros: Bros take on the Historic Riverfront 5k Run/Walk

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Abra Kadabros: Exploring the Inner Works of Back Channel Brewing: A Special Business Feature

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Weaving Success: How Anna Colbenson Built Miss A Crochet

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Supporting Local Businesses: A Definitive Guide With Michelle Sharp of Meet the Minnesota Makers

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Abra Kadabros: Conversations on Community Engagement Featuring Union Home Mortgage and Switchback

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Abra KadaBros: A Triple Feature on Josh Ferri, Wayzata Chamber, and Blake Sandvold

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Abra KadaBros - Clay Health & Care and Brost Clinic

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The Important Aspects of Business Development With Joe Holman of Insight Restoration

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The Journey from Athletics to Insurance by Joe Lofboom of Lofboom Insurance

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Making Your Business Stand Out in a Competitive Market: A Comprehensive Guide With Wymond Wong

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How a Strong Mindset and Resilience Can Cultivate Businesses With Tou Lo of Yelo Autosports

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The Ripple Effect of Mentorship in Business by Jay Mawas of Wyn Group

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From Booths to Bricks: The Business Growth of Thai Pop Restaurant With Co-Owners Annie and Ryan Balow

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The Ins and Outs of Property Management With Mike Fisher of Premier Commercial Properties

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All Things Insurance: A Definitive Guide for Property Owners with Richard Farrand of Farrand Claim Consulting

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Building Trust in Real Estate Clients: A Handy Guide From Anthony Heggerston of ATD Services

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What Makes Abra Kadabra: A Special Episode With CEO Matt Eickman

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Homegrown Hustle Special: An Exclusive Interview With Minnesota State Representative Andrew Myers

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A Look Back in The Homegrown Hustle - A Special Recap Episode

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All You Need to Know About Business Scaling With Jared Lajaunie’s Pest Control

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How Community Building Plays a Huge Role in Enabling Business Success With Broken Clock Brewing’s Jeremy Mathison

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Finding Your Strategic Approach in Real Estate Marketing With Sarah Jensen of Lumos Growth

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From Properties to Breweries: Zac Gleason’s Insights on Founding a Startup

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How to Provide High Quality Customer Service From Jake Johnson of Sisu Window Cleaning

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Nick Dreher’s Journey in the Real Estate Industry and Its Valuable Lessons

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The Importance of Mental Health Support to Frontline Workers With The Invisible Wounds Project

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The Value of Community Connections in Creating Positive Community Impact With Karen Morehead

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Growth Hack Strategies For Small Businesses With Dale Wills of Centra Companies

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How to Start a Career in Real Estate With Andrew Culbertson of Be Realty

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How to Leverage Collaboration to Create Impactful Creative Projects With Laura Johnson

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The Power of Team Building in Creating Better Patient Care Experiences With Melissa Cummings

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Episode 36 - The Role of Financial Management in Driving Business Success With Alex Bulmer of Three Pillars Bookkeeping

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Episode 35 (Mini Podcast) The Value of Community Building in Growing a Business With EXP Realty

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Episode 34 Winning Cross-Selling Strategies With Cody Essig of Waterfront Solutions

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Episode 33 (Mini Podcast) Creating Business Development Opportunities for Small Business Owners With Samantha Peluso Wright

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Episode 32 - Winning Real Estate Management Strategies For Revenue Growth With Ben Feret

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Episode 31 (Mini Podcast) How to Enhance Client Relationships to Scale Your Real Estate Business With Be Realty

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Episode 30 - Scaling Success: How Josh Ferri Built Lakeside Decking in Record Time

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Episode 29 (Mini Podcast) -Community Connections: Mary Beck on Senior Support and Chamber Success

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Episode 28 - Beauty Marketing Strategies From Aesthetician Breanne McDade

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Episode 27 (Mini Podcast) - Becca Naill on Revolutionizing Transaction Management

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Episode 26 - From Blue-Collar Challenges to CEO Mindset: Scaling Success with Paul Childers

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Episode 1 - Hustle on the Road - Climbing to New Heights: Justin Persinger on Launching Expert Co. Premium Roofing Specialist

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Episode 25 - From Goat Farming to Business Ownership: Samantha Jean's Journey

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Episode 24 - Strive & Thrive: Gina Horkey's Entrepreneurial Odyssey

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Episode 23 - Mastering the Mental Game: Scott Welle , A Journey from Sports Psychology to Business Leadership

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Episode 22 - From Side Hustle to Success: Curtis Larson, Founder of Marigold Home Inspections

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Episode 21 - The Grit of a Hustler: Resilience and determination of a true hustler in Ekeze Enubuzor

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Episode 20 - From Lawns to Bugs: The Entrepreneurial Journey of Jonas Olson, CEO of Turf Badger and Host of Pest Control Millionaire Podcast

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Episode 19 - Driven Success: The Journey of Daniel Felt and the Power of Goal Setting

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Episode 18 - Joel Swanson - Visionary & Integrator Dynamics: Driving Business Transformation

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Episode 17 - Chris Knight - Hustle and Heart: From Badge to Business

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Episode 16 - Nicole Langer and Liz Peterson - Beautox Bar: From Zero to Glow

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Episode 15 - Marlee Kivens - From Kitchen Independence to Virtual Success: Marlee's Inspiring Journey with Pampered Chef!

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Episode 14 - Jeff Salzbrun - Unlocking the Secrets of Real Estate Success: From Adversity to Prosperity!

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Episode 13 - Mike Kaeding - Revolutionizing Housing: CEO's Journey to Affordable Homes | Secrets to Success Revealed!

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Episode 12 - Matthew Robidou - From Military Service to Cannabis Pioneer: Inside the Thriving Twin Cities Cannabis Industry

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Episode 11 - Matt Ripley - Unlocking the Secrets of Mortgage Success: Insider Tips for Homebuyers & Business Owners!

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Episode 10 - Kyle Scott - SEO Mastery for Explosive Digital Marketing Growth

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Episode 09 - Alosha Pederson - From Struggle to Success: Unleashing the Secrets of a Successful Business Journey!

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Episode 08 - Chris Hanson - Navigating the Shift from Corporate Comfort to Startup Struggles

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Episode 07 - Tim Brown - Strategic Marketing Insights for the Home Service Industry

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Episode 06 - Ashley Gilbert - Shaping the Future: Journey into Tutoring Business

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Bonus Episode - Aggressive Behavior: Choose to Respond with Empathy and Kindness

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Episode 05 - Jeff Salzbrun - Unleashing Entrepreneurial Spirit in Real Estate

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Episode 04 - Darren Kelley - The Divine Shine Story: Darren Kelly's Leap from Football to Business

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Episode 03 - Jackie Le Vvintre - Climbing the Entrepreneurial Ladder One Clean Step at a Time

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Episode 02 - Marc Sieber - From Sales to Ownership: A Thriving Business Tale

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Episode 01 - Chuck Bolkcom - Behind the Scenes of Successful Advertising Strategies

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