Impact Without Limits

Dale and Brian Karmie / Adkins Media Co.•www.buzzsprout.com

Two guys. One truck. Two thousand miles. One big, audacious adventure. Why would two brothers leave comfortable jobs to move across the country, starting a business in a foreign industry and unknown land? Amidst all these challenges, could it be successful?Dale and Brian Karmie are the brothers, family men, and co-founders behind ForeverLawn: an exploding international business with over 80 dealers nationwide. Their journey wasn’t always easy; yet throughout persistent trials, tribulations, and turning points, they kept going. They may have quit individually, but they never quit on the same day. Join the Karmie brothers as they share the highs and lows, successes and failures, and life lessons shaping their entrepreneurial story. Regardless of who you are or what path you’re on, the Karmie brothers’ story is filled with something for everyone: encouragement to keep going, laughter over outrageous antics, inspiration to conquer complacency and keep reaching for more. Who is this podcast for? The aspiring entrepreneur. The young adult determining what direction to take in life. The worn-out, wearied parent. The restless and the seeking. Anyone who wants to breathe tomorrow. This is for you. Because you aren’t just put on this earth to make a living; you’re here to make an impact. Welcome to Impact Without Limits.

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S1 E10: The Baby and The Cow– What’s Your Perspective?

When you look at your business, do you think, “What can I get out of this?” or “What can this become?” After several successfully sold and installed projects, Dale and Brian experienced a drastic change: they actually had a little bit of money. But what Dale and Brian decided to do with that money next would be crucial in determining the trajectory of their business. Would it be used to celebrate with a feast for their starving families, or would they continue to live off table scraps to feed th...

Mar 07, 2022•21 min

S1 E9: An Angel and a Bag of Cash–Make Space for Miracles

Many people sit around waiting for God to provide a miracle, but are you willing to put yourself in a place where miracles can happen? By the end of today’s episode, you’ll realize the miracle of Dale’s continued marriage after the stunts he pulled on Lorie… but that’s not the only miracle we refer to in this episode. This week, Dale and Brian share a miraculous encounter that became a pivotal moment in their business. As the brothers have hinted before, cash was not something they had an excess...

Feb 28, 2022•25 min

S1 E8: Inaction Isn’t an Option

What do you do when you’re fully committed, but nothing goes according to plan? Do you allow the roadblocks to paralyze you, or retreat back to safety when the going gets tough? When moving forward felt impossible, the Karmie Brothers eliminated every safe scenario tempting them to give up. For Dale and Brian, burning the boats was the only option It’s natural to want comfort and safety when life gets hard; but as we’ve learned, comfort does not breed success. Listen today as Dale and Brian unpa...

Feb 21, 2022•22 min

S1: Exclusive Interview: Go the Extra Mile with Jeffrey Earnhardt

This week, Dale and Brian share a conversation with NASCAR driver Jeffrey Earnhardt. Grandson of Dale Earnhardt, Jeffrey has the grit to pursue his dreams and illustrates what a person of impact looks like. As Jeffrey shares his story, a common theme unravels: Small steps make a big impact. Jeffrey shares how he learned this early on, from convincing his dad to let him race to the tedious work of building sponsor relationships at the young age of 14. Almost two decades later, Jeffrey still refus...

Feb 14, 2022•27 min

S1 E7: What Are You Willing to Give Up in Order to Advance Forward?

What would you give up to move forward? Last week, Dale and Brian shared the importance of getting uncomfortable. Join this week as they take that idea further and expound on the life they and their families left behind. As the holiday season hit, the Karmie Brothers found houses and moved their wives and kids out west. While they were excited about the adventure ahead, it didn’t come without sacrifice such as a major shift in lifestyle, income, and more. When looking through the lens of an outs...

Feb 07, 2022•25 min

S1 E6: Nobody Gets Better By Being Comfortable

Have you ever sat next to someone stinky on a flight? You’d think after the horrific install in last week’s episode, an easier road would be ahead for Dale and Brian. Think again. This week, join the Karmie brothers as they share about one of their first trips back to Ohio. It was anything but luxurious, and if you sat next to them on the plane, the smell would likely still be burned in your brain. After spending time with their families, Dale and Brian trek back to New Mexico and continue their...

Jan 31, 2022•25 min

S1 E5: What's the Worst Thing That Could Happen?

Have you ever had a day where everything goes wrong? Last week on Impact Without Limits, Dale sold his very first project. With no install experience except for a small rectangle a couple blocks over, Dale and Brian begin their first paid gig…what could go wrong? Everything. They were terrified. They used the wrong base prep, turned it into mud, and their customer fell face first into it. Dale hacked his finger and was gushing blood. They cut the grass wrong, and it no longer fit the space. Ever...

Jan 24, 2022•30 min

S1 E4: Do You Roll with the Punches or Get Knocked Out?

Are you the type of person that needs to have everything go according to plan or can you roll with the punches? As Dale and Brian pack their over-financed truck and trailer to leave for Albuquerque, they experience anything but smooth sailing. From a late start that forced them to drive through the night, to an awkward conversation with their boss, today the Karmie brothers share the obstacles faced as they began their entrepreneurial adventure. Dale and Brian had no idea what lay ahead as they ...

Jan 20, 2022•22 min

S1 E3: Hurdles, Not Roadblocks

Has a hurdle ever stopped you from running full stride? This week, Dale and Brian continue sharing their journey in pursuing an unlikely “what if.” What starts as a trip to a potential business location quickly becomes a pivotal moment as they determine Albuquerque will be the geographical launching pad for their business. While this trip felt like the answer to a huge question, it was not without trials. From bank rejections to lack of funds, it would have been easy to throw in the towel. But t...

Jan 20, 2022•25 min

S1 E2: Imagine What’s Possible

Have you ever wrestled with “what if?” What did you do with it? Maybe it’s that big business idea, the potentially life-changing invention, or a major career shift. What thought rattling through your mind keeps you asking, “what if?” On today’s episode, Dale and Brian share how a casual email between them sparked a “what if,” and quickly transformed into the journey of their lives. Had they only wrestled with their big idea and not taken any steps forward, their lives today would look drasticall...

Jan 17, 2022•23 min

S1 E1: Make an Impact, Not Just a Living

Have you ever felt you were made for more than the life you’re currently living? Stories of success and great achievement often leave us wondering how those individuals did it. Were they an overnight success? Did they face trials along the way? Like many of us, was there ever a time they wanted to give up? All of life is a story, according to Dale and Brian, and each one has its own triumphs and trials. Join the Karmie brothers as they tell part of their journey today, sharing the lessons they l...

Jan 17, 2022•21 min

Introducing: Impact Without Limits

Dec 23, 2021•3 min

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