January 2022 – 365 Driven

Business Lessons from RideTech - with Bret Voelkel - EP234

In episode 234 of the 365 Driven Podcast, Tony welcomes Bret Voelkel, the founder of Air Ride Technologies, which later rebranded as Ridetech, and was eventually acquired by Fox Factory in 2019. Now in his retirement, Bret owns four businesses, and shares the hard lessons and wisdom with entrepreneurs, and those aspiring to build a business.

Through building and owning multiple companies, and going through the trials and tribulations that come with starting a business, Bret learned some difficult lessons along the way. He shares his advice and tips for maintaining relationships with your consumers, the significance of great branding, the necessity of outsourcing, what to expect when putting your business on the market, and much more.

Key Highlights

The lessons Brett has learned from the companies he worked for or built
You are who you surround yourself with, and knowing this can change your life and your business
One of Bret’s first business lessons involving a lawsuit with another company
Why a patent is just a marketing device
How to grow and maintain being number one
Bret’s story of his 6 year old daughter creating his company logo
Why you should outsource and why you can't afford not to
Bret’s advice to new business owners

Connect with Bret:
Bret's website
Facebook

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Facebook
LinkedIn

by Alexi Cortopassi

Overcoming Trials with Triumph - with Patti Katter - EP233

In this episode of the 365 Driven podcast, Tony welcomes Patti Katter. Patti is the host of the Podcast Wake Up With Patti Katter, a podcast with a wealth of inspiring and motivational stories from others that have overcome tremendous difficulties. She is also the spouse of a US Military Veteran who was severely wounded in war, and became his caregiver at 33 years old. Through advocating for her husband and getting him the care he needed, Patti found that one of life’s greatest joys is helping others.

Patti and Tony discuss the significance in finding your purpose through genuinely wanting to help others. This will lead you to more success than chasing dollars ever will. Finding fulfillment in connecting with other people will build your legacy and lead you on a path of a purpose driven life.

Key Highlights

Patti and Tony discuss why we are so lucky to live in America and the importance of being patriotic
Patti shares her story of learning about her husband’s injury while serving in the US Military while in Iraq, and his diagnosis of a head injury, which led to Patti being his caregiver and advocating for veterans to get the help they need.
Tony stresses the importance of attributing a dollar amount to the tasks you do daily to make sure you are paying yourself appropriately in your business.
Patti highlights the significance in rooting yourself in helping others to find your purpose.

Connect with Patti:
Patti's website
Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
LinkedIn

Connect with Tony:
Instagram
Facebook
LinkedIn

by Alexi Cortopassi

The Power of Getting Specific - with Mark Drager - EP232

Mark Drager is a pro-conversationalist, host, and moderator. He brings energy, wit, vulnerability, and insightful questions to connect extraordinary people with engaged audiences. He's the host of the We Do Hard Things Podcast - a show about facing fears, taking big risks, and chasing down dreams.

With an impressive background that includes working with NBA players, launching startups, transforming international brands, and founding a marketing agency, Mark is here today to share the lessons he learned along the way. Listen in as Mark shares his story of going from being on social assistance and barely having enough to get by, to the success he has found today.

Mark shares the importance of getting specific with your messaging, and how you can help others with what you have to offer. You don't want to miss the value Mark is sharing with the 365 Driven society in this episode.

Connect with Mark:
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
YouTube

by Alexi Cortopassi