What does it take to build a multi-million dollar business empire in a town of just 65,000 people?
Former pro baseball player Joshua Kalinowski reveals how he transitioned from the Colorado Rockies to real estate, roofing, solar, and beyondโcreating multiple thriving companies in a boom-and-bust market. From mindset and leadership to franchise strategy and family priorities, this episode is packed with hard-won wisdom for entrepreneurs and franchisees alike.
๐ง Timestamps:
00:00 โ Build confidence by building evidence
00:45 โ Joshua Kalinowski's intro
01:36 โ From pro athlete to entrepreneur
04:13 โ Starting Coldwell Banker during the 2008 crash
06:01 โ Why he diversified beyond franchising
08:52 โ Key lessons from franchising
10:59 โ Entrepreneur vs. business owner
13:55 โ Hiring a COO to scale
17:14 โ Mentorship with Sharon Srivatsa
20:47 โ Structuring a HoldCo
25:30 โ Staying in your lane as a visionary
28:53 โ Balancing business and family
32:08 โ Health, discipline, and leadership
36:26 โ When to check P&Ls
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