Meagan Anderson is the founder and CEO of a concierge gift-giving side hustle turned primary hustle called Well Wish . In this preview, we share a clip from Monday's upcoming show discussing whether or not outsourcing aspects of the business to a third-party logistics company is a good idea or a bad idea. Can a third-party organization deliver the same quality of service? What are the pros and cons? Check it out... This Side Hustle is brought to you by my friends at The Best Restoration. Be sure...
Aug 06, 2021•7 min
You’ve heard it being discussed for a while and now it’s happening... Collegiate athletes can now capitalize on their Name, Image, and Likeness. I had the joy of sitting down with Leah Clapper - food blogger, Gator Gymnast, and fellow podcaster. Leah has awesome energy and talking personal branding with her was a BLAST! In this episode, we dive into the NCAA’s new Name, Image, and Likeness laws and how Leah is planning to capitalize on her brand as an athlete and influencer. Super interesting st...
Aug 02, 2021•43 min
Podcast Fam! I had the best conversation with Leah Clapper, Gator Gymnast, and the 2021 SEC Scholar-Athlete of the Year. This collegiate athlete and influencer was the PERFECT person to ask about the new NCAA Name, Image, and Likeness laws. I loved hearing her perspective and how she balances her personal brand with her busy, busy life! This Side Hustle podcast preview is made possible by the GNV Commercial Advisors at Colliers Gainesville. They help businesses of all sizes buy, lease and manage...
Jul 30, 2021•11 min
In today's episode, Episode 160, we pull together 4 various startups in the community and hear what led to the creation of their companies, what the early challenges have been, and more. The businesses? Patti and Amber from Pattican Gypsy Wagons, Daniel from Jamrock Junk, Bren from Plantstay, and Jacob from Dayton Heating and Air. PLUS, Kyle Cohan of Leonardo's Millhopper , one of our premier sponsors joins me as co-host on this episode! We hear about launching a business during COVID, we hear a...
Jul 26, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Season 4Ep. 160
John Spence is an author, international executive coach, professional development educator, virtual trainer, strategic planning facilitator, keynote speaker, developer of online learning programs, and just an amazing guy out to help others build great organizations. As many of you know, I've fallen in love more and more with what we are doing with WHOA GNV, and as much as I love my 1st business baby, New Scooters 4 Less, it's getting closer and closer to that time where I need to separate myself...
Jul 12, 2021•59 min•Season 4Ep. 159
Podcast Fam! I got to sit down with John Spence, Gainesville’s top business thought leader and leadership, development expert. John is a foundational piece of the Gainesville entrepreneurial community. But don’t wait until Monday to hear from John, listen to episode #52, where you will learn about his incredible origin story. In episode #159, which airs on Monday, John shares some invaluable tools for you, as a business owner, to prepare yourself for life after your current business. Let’s face ...
Jul 09, 2021•6 min
I've never done a spontaneous interview like this before, but I felt the need to bring my friend Jason Hurst in to explain what recently happened to him in an event he was subject to by association. The GNV Commercial Advisors at Colliers Gainesville are sponsors of our show and people that I know and trust, so when I heard that their offices had been raided by SWAT, I was shocked. My eyebrows were raised by what happened and it definitely sounds like there will be A LOT more unfolding with this...
Jul 07, 2021•32 min
Will Richardson moved to Gainesville in 2011 to work at Grooveshark. But when Grooveshark went under, he found himself - and a bunch of other talented web developers - unemployed. They banded together to rise from Grooveshark’s ashes and create Admiral, a visitor relationship management company that helps online publishers stay profitable. Will is such a forward thinker, from remote work to company culture to the future of the internet! I loved sitting down with Will and learning about his visio...
Jul 05, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 158
Podcast Fam! I got to sit down with Will Richardson of Admiral, a Visitor Relationship Management Company. This entrepreneur got his start at Grooveshark, a music streaming service that had roots in Gainesville. As a fan of Grooveshark, I wanted to know what lessons he took from that company into his own business. Take a listen... This Side Hustle Podcast Preview is made possible by The UF Mover Guys. They have a professionally trained team that will move anything in your home or business. Plus,...
Jul 02, 2021•5 min
As a lifelong runner, Betsy Suda is used to being on the move. Maybe that’s why she started a mobile shoe store here in Gainesville! I sat down to chat with Betsy, and we covered so many topics. From sharing business reading recommendations to talking about shoe inventory issues, this episode doesn’t have a dull moment! You can tell that she’s so passionate about athleticism, entrepreneurship, and Gainesville - that’s what I call a winning combination! Betsy has such a unique non-traditional bus...
Jun 28, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 157
Podcast Fam! In Monday’s episode, I sit down with Betsy Suda from Suda's FitFoot Mobile Athletic Shoe Store! She had a wealth of information to share and not just about shoes and running. In this clip from Monday’s episode, Betsy talks about the entrepreneurial mindset when it comes to saving money - it’s not just about cutting out lattes and avocado toast! Be sure to tune in Monday to hear the full conversation with Betsy! This Side Hustle is brought to you by the GNV Commercial Advisors at Col...
Jun 25, 2021•4 min
When coworkers Dan Barousse and Chris Montgomery encountered a problem with no solution, they decided to create one together. Their 3D printer components company, Slice Engineering, combines their love of engineering with entrepreneurship, all in Gainesville’s Innovation Hub. Within 4 years of starting Slice, they’re selling to hobbyists and commercial manufacturers across the globe.. We covered so many great topics with Dan and Chris! Everything from the future of 3D printing to working with bu...
Jun 21, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 156
I'm no engineer, but boy do I appreciate having guys like Dan Barousse and Chris Montgomery out there solving problems! These guys created a solution to a problem in the world of 3D printing and you will hear more about it on Monday! Here is a short clip from Monday's episode of me asking these guys what they do as business partners when they have a disagreement. Check it out! This Side Hustle is brought to you by my friends at The Best Restoration. Be sure to have friends on your side when disa...
Jun 18, 2021•7 min
As owners of a local bar, Joy and Danny Hughes used to train their employees to put a straw in every drink. Now, they own and operate Life Unplastic, a store that focuses on limiting plastic packaging in everyday items. Their journey to minimizing waste isn’t an easy one, but Life Unplastic makes it easier to make environmentally conscious choices in our community. In this episode, we discuss everything from Gainesville’s ban on plastic straws to the uphill battle against plastic production. Be ...
Jun 14, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 155
You’ve gotta check out Monday’s episode! I sat down with Joy and Danny Hughes to unpack how environmentalism and plastic waste affect our lives. And you know I had to ask them what they thought about Gainesville’s hot-button environmental issue: Plastic straws! Though they gave two very different answers, they both had me thinking harder about plastic straws than I ever had before. This Side Hustle is brought to you by the GNV commercial advisors at Colliers Gainesville. These guys help business...
Jun 11, 2021•10 min
Kamal and Jonnel Latham have lived everywhere from China to the Caribbean, but now they’re back in Alachua, FL. But their biggest journey didn’t involve getting on a plane. Through soul searching and their relationships with God, they’ve found what their calling is and they’re ready to help you do the same. This episode is packed with thought-provoking questions, inspiring perspectives, and the small practices that help Kamal and Jonnel live in love. We’re giving a big shout out to the local bus...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 5Ep. 154
Have you ever asked yourself... What's my purpose in life? What am I being called to do? If so, then Monday's upcoming episode with Kamal and Jonnel Latham is for you! Entrepreneurs, Diplomats, Authors, and LEADERS... this amazing couple will get you inspired for the week ahead! This Side Hustle is brought to you by The Best Restoration . Jorge Villalobos... You're awesome my friend. Thank you for being such an asset to the community, thank you for your support, and thank you for helping me brin...
Jun 04, 2021•5 min
Sometimes people live with each other AND work with each other! How do they do it?! In today's episode, we hear how Kristin and Paul Privette, owners of Footstone Photography , not only found each other but founded this great company. How did they meet? How did they get into photography? Who's the REAL boss? What's the biggest challenge of working with each other? Since COVID rocked the wedding industry, what happened to their business? ...AND we discuss the odd sense of peace during difficult t...
May 31, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 153
Sometimes you have to jump right in with a "now or never" mentality and that's what Kristin and Paul Privette of Footstone Photography did! We hear all about it on Monday, but here's a little preview of what you have to look forward to! This Side Hustle is brought to you by The GNV Commercial Advisors at Colliers Gainesville. These guys are helping me lease some property and they can help you too! They are the GO-TO for ALL your commercial real estate needs! Contact my friends Dan Drotos, Jason ...
May 28, 2021•4 min
Hiro went from wasting time and not knowing what he was going to do with his life, to serial entrepreneur with his Dragonfly Restaurants in Gainesville, Orlando, and now Miami! I was inspired so I know you will be, too! We dive into a plethora of topics that all entrepreneurs can relate to like working on the business vs. in the business, wrapping your head around the COVID crisis and responding, being transparent as the leader, the lonely road of entrepreneurship, creating a culture of accounta...
May 24, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 152
Hiro Leung has had a successful sushi restaurant in downtown Gainesville for years! Now, his Dragonfly Restaurants have expanded to Orlando and Miami as well! We hear all about the growth and dive into some great topics, but in this particular clip, we talk about how being a parent impacts how Hiro empathizes with his team. I also ask Hiro if being a parent has shifted his entrepreneurial vision. Take a ten-minute break and listen in and be sure to catch the entire episode on Monday! This Side H...
May 21, 2021•11 min
This episode is icy hot! Andrew Amron, The Gainesville Ice Doctor , has such a unique business that is in high demand, serving clients specialty cocktail ice all over the region! How did this professor with a Ph.D. in History become an entrepreneur? What's the science behind making cocktail ice? What's the strategy for growth? Does Andrew always see this being Gainesville-based? Did he ever think that ice would make him sweat this much? Find out the answers and hear so much more in this AMAZING ...
May 17, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 151
Now THIS is a business you probably haven't heard of... THE GAINESVILLE ICE DOCTOR! The episode is AWESOME! In this clip, we hear about transporting ice and the potential nightmares that can happen in this unusual business! We also hear a little about how Andrew determined the pricing for his product! Super interesting stuff! Check out this quick clip and tune in Monday when the episode drops! This Side Hustle is brought to you by my friends at Gainesville Harley Davidson. At some point you have...
May 14, 2021•6 min
A LOT can happen in just a few years! In today's episode, we're bringing back Brad Gamble of The Selling Factory from Episode 2, Elio Piedra of The Fiesta Media from Episode 6, Kristin Coffey Pressley, influencer and blogger, from Episode 39, and Drew Stuerman of Halo Potato Donuts from Episode 43 to find out "Where Are They Now?!" What has the growth been like? What pivots and changes have they made? What challenges have they faced? What questions do they have for each other? Where are they goi...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Season 4Ep. 150
150 Episodes Down! Monday we are bringing you five previous podcast guests from Episodes 2, 6, 18 (co-host), 39, and 43 to find out "where are they now?" We catch up with our friends and hear all about their growth and the exciting things happening in their world! Here is a little clip from Monday's episode as we pick Kristin Coffey Pressley's brain on influencer marketing! This Side Hustle is brought to you by The GNV Advisors of Colliers Gainesville. Those blue signs around Gainesville mean pr...
May 07, 2021•7 min
Podcast Fam! Today on the show we are bringing you the one and only, Azazus. Check out this episode to hear more about how he ended up in Gainesville and what motivates him for staying in the area. You can also learn about his music production and how he has found success so far. Leave a comment and let us know what you think. Collin is rocking the Leonardos Millhopper t-shirt in this episode! We've gotta give love to Kyle and his team for being amazing sponsors. If you haven't tried their garli...
May 03, 2021•56 min•Season 4Ep. 150
Podcast Fam! Check out this clip from Azazus to hear a brief glimpse into his career in music. His story is very motivating and super interesting! You don't want to miss it! Be sure to text WHOAGNV to 484848 to get notified on Monday at 8am when the episode drops! This Side Hustle is brought to you by The GNV Advisors of Colliers Gainesville. Those blue signs around Gainesville mean progress! Let the GNV Advisors help you will all of your commercial real estate needs! Visit them today at https:/...
Apr 30, 2021•8 min
Podcast Fam! Check out this episode to hear from John Fleming and Phil Wagner of Trimark Properties. They touch on how they met, started the business, what it has grown into, and hope to become one day. You don't want to miss out on the stories they share, so tune in now! Podcast fam! Did your newly purchased house, apartment, condo, etc. just flood?? Don't worry! Give our friends at The Best Restoration a call at (352) 353-0768. They can help you through it all! https://thebestrestoration.com/ ...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 148
Podcast Fam! On today's Side Hustle sneak peek we are bringing you business partners John Fleming and Phil Wagner of Trimark Properties! This clip is only a taste of the amazing conversation we had and you don't want to miss it! Tune in Monday at 8am for the entire episode! This Side Hustle is brought to you by The GNV Advisors of Colliers Gainesville. Those blue signs around Gainesville mean progress! Let the GNV Advisors help you will all of your commercial real estate needs! Visit them today ...
Apr 23, 2021•10 min
Podcast Fam! Sherman Merricks joins Collin on the show today as co-host! Thanks for joining us and bringing some valuable insight Sherman! Collin and Sherman speak with Ryan Frankel of Frankel Media Group. Check out this episode to hear how Ryan started his business and how he got to where he is today! Leave us a comment to let us know what you think! Have you seen all of those bright blue Colliers International signs across Gainesville? These are signs of progress podcast fam! The GNV Advisors ...
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 147
