The Entrepreneur’s Studio

Former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow believes deep-rooted respect is earned little by little. Whether on the gridiron or in an office, leaders can build relationships through “the grind”  —  small, everyday actions that build trust. Accepting the grind and leading by example can give teams the trust they need to execute when the game clock is dwindling or a project goes downhill.  This is part 1 of 2 from our conversation with Tim Tebow. To be the first to be alerted when we drop the conclusion of this conversation, be sure to visit theentrepreneurs.studio and SUBSCRIBE for notifications and other exclusive content from The Entrepreneur's Studio

  Magie Cook made a discovery: You don’t find limitless success when you run a business based on fear. You find limitless success when you run a business based on purpose. She would know.  On her journey from an orphanage in Mexico, to founding a salsa manufacturing company with just $800, to selling that business for $231M, Magie Cook learned firsthand that sometimes if we want to accomplish big things, we first have to look within.  Listen to Magie’s inspiring journey to discover the secret to salsa, self improvement and success.

Alex Bradberry didn’t have a place where she could get her makeup done for an event. Department beauty store counters didn’t have the empowering experience she was looking for and, on top of that, no single beauty brand will have all products in all skin tones. From there, her all-inclusive makeup and beauty studio, The Sparkle Bar, was born. Like many entrepreneurs, Alex understands that success is a team sport and that if you want to go far, go together. That’s why she built her own team of mentors through networking and community-building events. Alex sat down with the Entrepreneur's Studio's host Chris Allen to share how she approaches networking and why “saying yes” can help you find opportunities and community.

Jim Kennedy, one of Orange County’s most sought after wedding photographers, is no stranger to hardships both personally and professionally. The path he traveled to become a successful entrepreneur was full of heartwrenching detours and setbacks, starting with the loss of his parents in his early years.   As Jim’s life began to spiral out of control with drugs, crime and violence, he made a hard pivot when he learned he would soon become a father. He grabbed a camera, bought a book on photography and started to sell his services door-to-door.    Today, the success of his business, Jim Kennedy Photographers, gives him the freedom to pursue his passion projects that enrich the lives of impoverished people (and stray dogs) all over the world.   Follow the captivating twists and turns of this entrepreneur’s success story for a healthy dose of inspiration. You’ll love hearing about how he took chances and followed his heart to conquer  tragic circumstances and false summits as he built a life of fulfillment for himself and his team of photographers.

Becoming an entrepreneur was never in Lindsey Laurain’s plans until an idea for a kids plateware product triggered a series of events, changing her life's course forever! Just a couple of networking calls launched her into full-speed entrepreneurship. Before she knew it, Lindsey found herself in front of four Sharks on the set of Shark Tank. It’s been a wild ride ever since. Her fame from Shark Tank taught her a lot of tough, but valuable lessons about life and business that we could all use to grow in our business and personal pursuits. Host Chris Allen and Lindsey explored into the back stage of Shark Tank, and discussed the pros and cons of having an investor-backed business vs. staying self-funded.

Many businesses start with a great idea for a new product. But for entrepreneur and business owner Katharine Wolf, a personal mission founded on core values drove her more than any product could.    Katharine’s brainchild Odetta, is a global network of gifted, and untapped freelancers in the growing gig economy. Unlike Fiverr and Upwork, Odetta is centered around a mission that enables highly educated women in countries where women face constraints in the job market due to location, time, and work culture, specifically in the Middle East.   Katherine sat down with the Entrepreneur's Studio's host Chris Allen to share how she developed Odetta based on her personal mission to build products and services for women. 

Can you learn to be an entrepreneur or is it a calling? Ivana Orlovic and William Hubbell, the co-founders of Seattle-based food truck company Sugar + Spoon, found their way to entrepreneurship and creating a food truck brand thanks to some gut instinct  –– while gunning for a good grade in a business class. What started as a class project is now a successful, multi-truck business (with a pop-up shop at their old alma mater, too!) that has not only survived a pandemic but thrived through it.  Ivana and William sat down with the Entrepreneur’s Studio’s host Chris Allen to share how they’ve built their booming food business thriving brand from humble beginnings and how they have constantly refined operations and marketing campaigns to be a consistent brand and an incredibly efficient food truck business. You’ll hear how their no-cook, quick service, and high-energy approach have earned them raving fans outside their truck windows – and a social media presence that many food truck owners would envy.