Episode Overview
In this episode, our hosts Mike Nelson and Derek Foster interview Patrick Farnan from Next Level Finishes! Patrick really hit it home for us that running a successful business doesn’t need to wait – it can start as soon as you’re willing to put the time and work in!
Time Stamps
00:16 – Introduction
01:21 – The First Six Months: Making the Transition and Learning From Your Mistakes
05:51 – The Moment: A Failure That Opens Your Eyes
08:20 – Starting (and Running) Your Own Business is Not Easy!
10:01 – The “Stepping Stone” – How to Approach Your Mentor
13:39 – Farnan’s Most Important Tip – Be Prepared For Anything!
14:37 – When Is It Time to Transition From Side Gig to Full-Time?
16:40 – Can a Finance Degree Help With Bookkeeping Operations?
18:37 – The Biggest Roadblock: Dealing With Naysayers (Inside Your Circle and Out!)
22:22 – College: Weigh the Cost and Benefits to You Carefully!
23:30 – Work Ethic: Where Has it Gone?
26:20 – Secret to Success: Hard Work, a Support System… And a Little Luck!
27:32 – Hiring: It’s Important to Learn How to Treat Your Workers!
30:36 – Mobile Phones: Boon to Consumers, Bane to Business Owners!
31:46 – Morning Routines
33:31 – What’s Next?
35:05 – Closing Thoughts & Contact Info
Details
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Hosts
Mike Nelson and Derek Foster
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Guests
Patrick Farnan
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Runtime
36 mins, 28 secs
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Airing Date
Jul 25, 2022