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Real Business Owners

Trevor Cowley realbusinessowners.com
Trevor Cowley is on a mission to help business owners at any level develop personally and professionally by sharing his past experience building several successful business ventures. It's his goal to convey effective techniques and strategies that any business owner can implement TODAY.
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Episodes

Discovering Purpose Through Potential | Episode 201

Why are we here, and what is our purpose? It’s one of the oldest questions in the history of mankind. For eons humanity has wondered why we exist. Every one has, at one point or another, tried to figure out what their purpose in life is. What is their calling and how can they contribute to the world? In this episode of Real Business Owners, Trevor shares his personal journey of discovering his purpose and how it transformed his life. With candid insights and practical advice, he reveals how he f...

Apr 04, 202320 minEp. 201

No More Mr.Nice Guy | Episode 200

Are you truly being honest with yourself about who you want to be in life? Are you living an authentic life or do you constantly find yourself seeking external validation in life? In this episode Kale discusses his personal growth journey and some of the realizations that he had about his own life. He covers how being honest with yourself and other people will make a massive impact on your personal life and your relationships with other people, and how it can lead you to the path of success! If ...

Mar 28, 202339 minEp. 200

Seizing the Resolve with Amber Alrifai | Episode 199

Sometimes it can be easy to think that people who are more successful have it all figured out. That they never face challenges, that they never struggle. This is far from the truth. If there is one thing that every human on this planet can relate to, it is the concept of struggle. The only difference between successful people and everyone else is how they react during times of hardship. On this week of Real Business Owners, Trevor and Kale sit down with special guest Amber Alrifai to talk about ...

Mar 21, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 199

Creating the Definition of Success | Episode 198

“You’ve got to get tired of trying to live up to what other people consider success. If you are trying to live up to other people’s success, you are probably are living a life of chasing and forcing. Therefore, you’re off and you are prolonging success.” -Dean Jackson Everyone wants to achieve success, but what that success looks like differs from person to person. Too often people look to the success of others and try to copy that. It’s a waste of time. In this episode of Real Business Owners, ...

Mar 14, 202330 minEp. 198

Failing to Commit to Success | Episode 197

Life can be challenging and unpredictable, with ups and downs that can be difficult to navigate. While it's true that many people experience a mix of good, average, and bad days, it's important to recognize that it’s a natural part of the human experience. It's also important to avoid using these challenges as an excuse. In this episode of Real Business Owners, Trevor dives into the Law of 1/3, a principle that acknowledges the ups and downs of life and how they can impact our ability to follow ...

Mar 07, 202314 minEp. 197

Winning the Moment with Cody Adent | Episode 196

As humans, we make countless decisions every day, and the choices we make can have a significant impact on our lives. This is especially true for entrepreneurs who constantly face choices that can shape the trajectory of their businesses and personal lives. Making the right decisions is crucial for success, and it requires a combination of experience, knowledge, and intuition. In this episode of Real Business Owners, Trevor and Kale sit down with Cody Adent, a highly accomplished entrepreneur an...

Feb 28, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 196

What Happens After You Reach Your Goals? | Episode 195

Everyone who starts a business does so with an ultimate goal in mind. Some want to make enough money to buy an expensive car. Others want to make enough money to spend the rest of their lives living on the beach. Some even want to make enough money to provide for their family for future generations to come. But what happens when your business has become successful to the point where you've reached your goal? What do you do now? What happens next? In this episode of Real Business Owners, Kale and...

Feb 21, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 195

This is What Kids Nowadays Need MOST | Episode 194

Your children are the center of your world and they hold immense potential for shaping the future. However, modern society and the social media landscape can be overwhelming and negative and it can distract the young from what is important. How do you ensure that they are on the right path? How do you drown out the noise and reach out to them? In this episode of RBO, join Matt Blanchard, Kale, and Trevor as they delve into the challenges of parenting in a world saturated with social media and ne...

Feb 14, 202354 minEp. 194

The Balance Between Vice and Success | Episode 193

The path to success is often marked by both triumphs and challenges. While some people may experience more highs than lows, the majority of individuals face more obstacles than breakthroughs. Dealing with these difficulties is a part of the journey, and many people turn to vices as a means of coping with the stresses of everyday life. On this episode of Real Business Owners, Trevor and Kale delve into the topic of vices and their impact on successes. They examine the most common vices and share ...

Feb 07, 202352 minEp. 193

Entrepreneur to Intrapreneur | Episode 192

In this episode Trevor and Kale speak with Corey McNeil. Corey has been active in the internet marketing world since 2004 and has been working with Trevor and Kale for the past 5 and half years. He is one of the unseen members of the marketing and media team that work behind the scenes (until now). Corey provides his unique perspective of being a part of building the RBO brand from day 1. He shares the lessons he has learned traveling tens of thousands (if not hundreds of thousands) of miles wit...

Jan 31, 20231 hr 27 minEp. 192

Leadership Requires Sacrifice | Episode 191

What makes a good leader? Is it their ability to inspire others? Is it the sacrifices they make for their team? In this episode of Real Business Owners, Kale discusses leadership and sacrifice. Kale takes inspiration from Tom Brady's story, and he explores the ways in which true leaders are willing to make sacrifices for the greater good. Kale discusses how these sacrifices can inspire and empower those around them and lead everyone on a path to success. If you are ready to level up personally a...

Jan 24, 202320 minEp. 191

Outwitting the Devil | Episode 190

There are some people in life who lack direction and purpose. They are easily swayed by their emotions and the opinions of others and they lack the determination and focus needed to achieve success. They have the gifts and the skills, but they are unable/unwilling to use them to be successful. In this episode of RBO, Trevor will take a deep dive into the difference between the aforementioned "drifters" and the successful "non-drifters". Trevor explores the strategies and mindset of the "non-drif...

Jan 17, 202317 minEp. 190

Cutting the Rope | Episode 189

In life and in business there are times that we are the lifeline and there are times when we are the dead weight. In this episode Kale shares a couple stories and he talks about the need to sometimes cut the rope in some situations for the greater good. If you are ready to level up personally and professionally, go to joinrbo.com

Jan 10, 202322 minEp. 189

The Thirst for Success with Ethan Cisneros | Episode 188

Meet Ethan Cisneros, a 25 year old business owner with a very impressive resume. Ethan is the founder of Thirst, a fast food shop that sells sodas, pretzels, and other delicious snacks. Ethan has been in the game since he was 16 years old, and like any business owner, he has his own experiences and lessons to share. What motivated him to become a business owner at such a young age? What lessons did he learn throughout the last 9 year? How did he get started as a business owner? How did he go fro...

Jan 03, 202356 minEp. 188

Creating Your Own Environments | Episode 187

In this episode Trevor talks about the importance of constantly improving oneself and one's mindset in order to achieve success in business and in life. It's true that personal growth and development are key to achieving our goals and making progress in all areas of our lives. By continuously learning and working on ourselves, we can better navigate the challenges and setbacks that we may encounter, and be better equipped to handle them when they do arise. It's also important to surround ourselv...

Dec 27, 202219 minEp. 187

Raisin' Hell with Nancy Johnson | Episode 186

Episode 186 is 38 years in the making! Rags to riches story aren’t new. We’ve all seen movies and read stories with that plot from starting at the bottom and working your way to the top. However, it’s almost always told from the perspective of the hero on his or her journey. That’s why this weeks episode is so unique. This episode’s guest is Trevor’s mother. She shares her perspective of his trouble youth and financial struggles through the lens of the parent. Trevor and his mom, Nancy Johnson d...

Dec 20, 20221 hr 12 minEp. 186

Betting On Yourself | Ep185

In this Episode Trevor and Kale sit down to talk with RBO Mastermind member and owner of Design It Wraps & Tint Brent Knott. Brent talks about his beginning stages of business and the influence of his mentor and how it impacted his life. He also discussed some of the mistakes he made during his journey and how he used those lessons to grow his business. Brent also discusses how he joined the RBO Mastermind and other groups that helped him not only as an entrepreneur but in his personal life ...

Dec 13, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 185

Mission: Build Better Men, Build Better Women | Episode 184

Less than one quarter of Americans report finding their purpose or calling in life. When you look at the data it’s not surprising to find so many people aren’t happy, but finding your life’s purpose can be one of the most challenging undertakings in your life. In this episode, Trevor and Kale meet with Eric Gubler and discuss exactly how he has found his purpose in life. Now a successful entrepreneur, Eric shares the lessons he’s learned and how being homeschooled influenced him at a young age i...

Dec 06, 202257 minEp. 184

From Crackhead to Sober Sales GOAT with Eric Cline | Episode 183

Success is the mark of a hardworking individual. Everyone can be successful; it doesn’t matter how far you have fallen or how bad your situation is. The lowest of the low can, with enough dedication and hard work, rise to become the highest of the high. In this week’s episode, Kale and Trevor introduce Eric Cline, a successful entrepreneur and experienced salesman. Eric is one of many who were the lowest of the low and is now at his personal high and rising. Eric recounts his early years, where ...

Nov 29, 20221 hr 12 minEp. 183

The Critical Importance of Investing in Yourself | Episode 182

In this episode of the Real Business Owners Podcast Trevor and Kale talk about the power of networking and masterminds and how they have directly impacted their lives and the people around them. They discuss the importance of expanding your network and how it can evolve your business and take it to the next level. Trevor and Kale talk about their mastermind: The Real Business Owners Mastermind and how they wanted to share the value they gained from other mastermind groups they’ve been a part of ...

Nov 22, 202220 min

You ARE Enough | Episode 181

SUCCESS leaves clues… So do deep rooted INSECURITIES. Just because someone is successful doesn’t mean they aren’t insecure. The hardest insecurities to spot are usually the ones in ourselves. If you are always CHASING more… I want ANOTHER business… I want MORE money…. I want MORE cars… I want MORE stuff for my kids… MORE projects… MORE everything. Is it because you don’t feel like you’re ENOUGH? In this solo episode, Kale shares his recent revelations about his journey as a business owner and as...

Nov 15, 202220 minEp. 181

Your Self Belief Impacts You & Your Business with Andrew Ammons | Episode 180

Confidence is critical to success. In this episode, Andrew Ammons shares his experiences and perspectives with self-belief. Andrew explains why it was so important to success today. His humble beginning s working at his father's roofing business was the ground work to founding his own landscaping company. Andrew goes over the lessons he learned through the struggles he encountered and the pivotal role his own self-belief played in his journey to becoming a business owner. If you are ready to lev...

Nov 08, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 180

Find a Way or Make a Way with Austin Park | Episode 179

This week on Real Business Owners, Trevor and Kale welcome Austin Park onto the show. Austin is the CEO of Visual Illustrations, a member of the Arete Syndicate, and a successful business owner. In this episode, Austin talks about the various mistakes he has made and what lessons he learned from it. He goes over the different problems and strange situations he has faced while running his business, and how he was able to either find a way or make a way around it. If you are ready to level up pers...

Nov 01, 20221 hr 39 minEp. 179

Be the One with Justin Prince | Episode 178

How do you grow a business and help it thrive? Justin Prince has the answer! This week on Real Business Owners, Justin Prince returns to announce his new and upcoming leadership event: Be the 1. The event takes place in St. George, Utah on November 19th and where you will learn how you can build a business in a down economy. Click on the link below to buy your tickets today! Be the 1 : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/be-the-1-leadership-event-tickets-427454767717 If you are ready to level up person...

Oct 25, 202225 minEp. 178

The Married Game with Keith Yackey | Episode 177

Do you put the same focus and energy into your relationship as you do in other areas of your life? Do you feel responsible for any of the relationship struggles you may have? With so much going around us all the time people tend to not prioritize their relationship. Over the years that relationship begins to diminish leaving some people confused on why it failed. In this episode Kale and Trevor sit with Keith Yackey the creator of marriedgame.com to discuss why you are the reason for your failin...

Oct 18, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 177

Defining Your Identity with Adam Smith | Episode 176

Who are you? What is your mission? What is your purpose? It may seem like a simple question, but it is surprising how many people never take the time to ask them! This week on Real Business Owners, Kale and Trevor introduce Adam Smith. Adam is a former U.S. Green Beret and the CEO of Savage Freedoms Defense. Adam will talk about defining your identity and give insight on the questions he had to ask himself to define who he was as a person, going from a someone who considered suicide to a success...

Oct 11, 20221 hr 26 minEp. 176

'Til You Collapse with Brian Nabavi | Episode 175

People have countless reasons why they give up on their passion. They have even more excuses why they fail. In this Episode Brian Nabavi, entrepreneur and Owner of Til You Collapse apparel brand shares his journey and explains you are at the center of your failures and your successes. Kale and Trevor sit down with Brian and talk about his journey and the lessons he can share in this podcast. From his upbringing, to his first job in sales to entrepreneurship, Brian highlights why he believes that...

Oct 04, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 175

Finding the Right Tools with Mike Kemski | Episode 174

In this episode Trevor and Kale talk with Mike Kemski, a 3 time #1 bestselling author. Mike has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the industry including Bob Procter, Marianne Williamson, Harv Eker, Mark Victor Hansen, Kyle Cease, Michael Beckwith to name a few. Mike shares his background and how those lessons were critical for the skills needed so he could have meaningful impact in people lives as a life improvement teacher. If you are ready to level up personally and profession...

Sep 27, 20221 hr 18 minEp. 174

The Power of Influence with Jeremiah Evans | Episode 173

"The greater the power, the more dangerous the abuse." -Edmund Burke In this week's episode of RBO, Kale and Trevor bring on Jeremiah "The Bull" Evans. They discuss power and the innate influence that comes with it. Jeremiah delves deep into his own history, drawing examples from both his past and from the world today of the innate responsibility of power and how it can be used for good and bad influence. If you are ready to level up personally and professionally, go to joinrbo.com...

Sep 20, 20221 hr 4 min

Recipe for Success with Bennett Maxwell | Episode 172

From selling cookie dough for his school’s wrestling team, to a door-to-door salesman, to the owner of Dirty Dough (a fast-growing Utah cookie company) Bennett Maxwell is an entrepreneur who understands how to be successful. In this week’s episode of Real Business Owners, Trevor and Kale invite Bennett on to learn how he got to be the CEO of a fast growing cookie enterprise. From his start as a door-to-door salesman to when he first started the Dirty Dough company, Bennett covers the trials and ...

Sep 13, 20221 hr 9 minEp. 172
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