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

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
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
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
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....
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....
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
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...
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.
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....
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....
On episode 13 , Kevin Payne from Family Money Adventure talks about how taking the leap to start blogging and create a website has opened new doors that he wouldn't have imagined. We also discuss some common pitfalls for families when dealing with money and how to plan epic trips on a budget.
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
Dale and Heather Aceron nearly didn't make it through the first two years of their marriage. But their marriage found new life and they learned what it took to have a thriving relationship. Today, they share practical marriage tips on their Quick and Dirty Marriage Podcast and are passionate about seeing marriages and communities renewed.
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....
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.
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.
On episode 7, we’ll talk about 7 things you can learn from starting, some takeaways from my first six episodes and why you need to be yourself…
Chef Ken Hatfield and I sit down at his restaurant and discuss his love for BBQ, how breaking bread can bring people together, the value of hard work, and how pursuing your dream can make a difference in the lives of others.
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.
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…
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…
In this episode, we talk to Jon Stolpe about his new book Rooftop Reflections, his passion for orphans and widows, his big dream for Guatemala, and how to live an extraordinary life.
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.