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Engineering Your Business Podcast

Shawn Washburnwww.shawnwashburn.com
This short daily show is devoted to helping business leaders like you leverage your processes and people to do more with what you have. We'll cover valuable and applicable topics each day to challenge you and give you encouragement and ideas to make a difference in your business.
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Episodes

003: The Power of Process

Today, we talk about how processes make up every aspect of our daily lives and how optimizing them in your business can make a huge impact Thanks for listening to today's episode. You can find more at shawnwashburn.com

Mar 02, 20214 minEp. 3

002: The Power of People

Today, we talk about the wonder of people and set the stage for future episodes about how to value your people and leverage their strengths to thrive in your business Thanks for listening to today's episode. You can find more at shawnwashburn.com

Mar 01, 20215 minEp. 2

001: Introducing the Engineering Your Business Podcast

Today, I introduce the Engineering Your Business Podcast. We talk about who the podcast is for, what episodes will look like, previous episodes of a different podcast in this feed and more. Thanks for listening to today's episode. You can find more at shawnwashburn.com

Feb 22, 20217 minEp. 1

SOS 018: How hardship and timing turned a couple’s buried dream into The Lazy Bee | Preston and Lauren Lund

Shoot me an email: shawn@storiesofstarters.com Join the SOS community: www.storiesofstarters.com/community Show notes here: www.storiesofstarters.com/018 On episode 18, I talked with Preston and Lauren Lund about the restaurant they are launching, The Lazy Bee. We discuss how this came about, their passion for people, hospitality and food, and what it's been like to pursue this dream through the highs and lows....

Feb 19, 20191 hr 8 min

SOS 017: How Following Your Heart Can Transform a Community | Jim Kilmartin

Shoot me an email: shawn@storiesofstarters.com Join the SOS community: www.storiesofstarters.com/community Show notes here: www.storiesofstarters.com/017 On episode 17, I talked with Jim Kilmartin, founder of HoopsFest and Joshua House, about the amazing transformation in his community over the last twenty years and how he was tempted to give up on his vision and pursue something else. But because he didn't, his hometown has been renewed and has a new direction, new life and new purpose....

Dec 04, 201856 minEp. 17

SOS PRE 017: Get to Know Jim Kilmartin

On this pre-episode, get to know Jim Kilmartin and then make sure you hear his whole interview next week on Episode 17, as we discuss two big things that he launched twenty years ago that have transformed him and his community in the process Shoot me an email: shawn@storiesofstarters.com Join the SOS community: www.storiesofstarters.com/community

Nov 27, 201813 min

SOS 016: How Overcoming Adversity Led To A Passion For People | Lea Goldsmith

Shoot me an email: shawn@storiesofstarters.com Join the SOS community: www.storiesofstarters.com/community Show notes here: www.storiesofstarters.com/016 On episode 16, I talked with Lea Goldsmith of Maximize Fitness about the incredible health issues that she overcame as a child and how they directed her path and the impact that she's making today. Lea is a gym owner, wellness coach, and a survivor. You'll be inspired by her story and encouraged to look at your own life and seek to make a diffe...

Nov 20, 201852 minEp. 16

SOS PRE 016: Get to Know Lea Goldsmith

Shoot me an email: shawn@storiesofstarters.com Join the SOS community: www.storiesofstarters.com/community On this pre-episode, get to know Lea Goldsmith and then make sure you hear her whole interview next week on Episode 16.

Nov 13, 20188 min

SOS 015: The Power of Curiosity

Shoot me an email: shawn@storiesofstarters.com Join the SOS community: www.storiesofstarters.com/community Show notes here: www.storiesofstarters.com/015 On episode 15, we talk about the power of curiosity and how asking why and trying new things can give us direction and lead to real change and growth in ourselves and the world around us....

Nov 06, 201831 minEp. 15

SOS 014: Why Knowing Your "Why" Is Crucial To Making A Long-Term Impact | Jelani Pinnock

Show notes here . On Episode 14 of the Stories of Starters Podcast, you’ll get to meet Jelani, learn where his love for music originated, hear the inspiring story of how God brought him to where he is now and his three tips for others who are on the same road. We also talk about a few big announcements including his new single, King of Zion as well as another one that he gives live on the interview, and one thing that drives him crazy....

Aug 01, 201845 min

SOS 012: What to Do When Things Go Wrong | Shawn Washburn

On episode 12 we talk about 3 steps you can take when things go wrong, the unexpected thing that happened to my last two interviews, and the benefit of facing setbacks. See more at www.storiesofstarters.com/012

Jul 03, 201820 min

SOS 010: Why You Need to Share Your Creative Side With the World | Kim Dettmer

On this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing author and artist Kim Dettmer. She is the author of Moments Meant to Savor and you can find her art out at kimdettmer.com . Kim specializes in mixed media collage, but has worked with a whole host of art forms. She is passionate about helping others discover their creative side and to make a difference with their craft....

Jun 05, 201859 minEp. 10

SOS 009: How a Creative Approach is Renewing Communities | Andy Sikora

On this episode, I sat down with Andy Sikora. He’s the Lead Pastor of Renew Communities , a different kind of church that is making an impact and changing lives. We talk about pursuing your purpose, persevering through hard times, finding hope when you feel like packing it in, and the power of renewal.

May 22, 20181 hr 10 minEp. 9

SOS 008: Knowing When to Pivot and the Power of a Mentor | Ken Cavanaugh

On Episode 8 of the Stories of Starters Podcast, I talk with Ken Cavanaugh, owner of Cavanaugh Photography about his passion for capturing memories through pictures, the value of mentor, learning what you DON’T want to do, the importance of great customer service, and what a limousine did that nearly ruined his day.

May 08, 20181 hr 4 minEp. 8

SOS 005: How Hard Work And Coffee Can Impact a Community | Rob Bennett

In this episode, I sit down with with my friend Rob Bennett, owner of Cafe Ah-Roma . As we sit and talk in his cafe, bustling with its usual energy, we discuss his 17 year journey, his love for community and helping others, the secret to succeeding when others have failed, and what's different about his chairs that makes people feel welcome.

Mar 27, 20181 hr 1 minEp. 5

SOS 004: How to Get Real About Your Passion | Kurt Maechner

On episode 4 of the Stories of Starters podcast, I talk with Kurt Maechner of For Real Wedding Films about how to tell a great story through video, why it’s important to get your work out there, the value of working with a mentor, and what was inside a locked car with the engine running that gave him a scare…

Mar 13, 201849 minEp. 4

SOS 003: How to Craft Your Dream Job | Alex Loos

In this episode, we talk to furniture designer and craftsman Alex Loos about his company, Hans Noble Design, what it’s like to have the freedom to do what you love, and what project took 800 hours to complete…

Feb 27, 201830 min

SOS 001: Why the World Needs Starters Like You

In this episode, we talk about what it means to be a starter and why the world needs starters like you. We'll also discuss what the podcast is about and what you can expect from me and the podcast going forward.

Jan 30, 201833 minEp. 1
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