Aggie Growth Hacks Podcast

How to Get the Job You Actually Want and Hire Who You Actually Need with Jenny Hanlon and Sheldon Arora

Howdy, Ags! Today’s special guests are the 2023  #1 Aggie 100 Winners, Jenny Hanlon and Sheldon Arora with StaffDNA! Jenny and Sheldon have struck gold in one of the most challenging markets, growing their company over 700%! The duo are striving to become the ultimate bridge between talent and employers. If you are interested in their services, please visit their website here! Please leave us a rating and review! 
About
StaffDNA specializes in connecting healthcare professionals with leading facilities to meet travel, local, permanent, and PRN needs for nurse and allied health professionals. We’re not a job board that scans other agencies for jobs. We work directly with hospitals nationwide to post actual positions, updated in real time.
Healthcare professionals can choose from the highest-paying jobs—1000s of open positions—while healthcare facilities can provide the highest level of care from the most qualified candidates.
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 01:13] Intro
[01:14 - 07:56] About StaffDNA and Liquid Agents 
[07:57 - 12:21] Pivotal Point 
[12:22 - 14:26] Controlling Growth   
[14:27 - 19:24] Company Values and the Impact of A&M Culture 
[19:25 - 22:57] BHAG
[23:00 - 32:17] Lightning Round
[32:18 - 34:11] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[34:12 - 35:19] Outro
 
Resources:
Website: https://www.staffdna.com/  
               https://www.liquidagents.com/ 
AGH Website: https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
 
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Rise of Agencies: New Generational Marketing with Kirsten Kendall

Howdy, Ags! Rising up as today’s guest is Kirsten Kendall with her social media content creation and management brand, Social Rise. Kirsten shares her passion behind social media branding, collaboration with others, and providing value for her clients. If you are in need of a social media consultant, please reach out to Kirsten and Abby by visiting their website here! 
About
Introducing Kirsten, a talented marketing director and photographer from Warrenton, Virginia. With a passion for capturing high-quality images that showcase brand identity and lifestyle, Kirsten's expertise in web development, graphic design, social media management, and advertising was further enhanced during her time as the head of the marketing department at a woodworking company in Brazos County. Inspired by her love for marketing and photography, Kirsten merged the two to create her own Creative Marketing agency. As a Gen Z, Kirsten's innate understanding of digital media gives her a competitive edge, allowing her to adapt quickly to the latest trends. With her unique blend of marketing prowess and captivating photography, Kirsten is poised to elevate your brand and deliver remarkable results.
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 01:07] Intro
[01:08 - 03:40] What Is Social Rise?   
[03:41 - 06:26] Effectively Providing Value Through Social Media    
[06:27 - 08:31] Collaboration Strategy     
[08:32 - 10:09] Culture at A&M  
[10:10 - 11:59] Challenges in Social Rise
[12:00 - 14:45] Capturing Clients’ Brand Identity 
[14:46 - 17:16] BHAG
[17:19 - 19:57] Lightning Round
[19:58 - 21:57] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[21:58 - 23:04] Outro
Resources:
Website:          https://www.socialriseagency.com/ 
AGH Website:  https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCZx9NMwnBXs5RWC3Rwqkpw
 
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Want to Grow Fast? Profit Share the Right Way with Jason Anawaty

Howdy, Ags! Signing on as today’s guest, Jason Anawaty ‘96, shares his entrepreneurial experience and business growth. Jason describes how his growth as an entrepreneur and his business improved the more he emphasized an outward focus to raise up the people in his team. Have you implemented profit-share in your business? 
About
Cypress Signs has a commitment to quality and service. We work with our clients to ensure that their signage goals are accomplished. With over 40 years of experience in the sign business, our consultative approach is second to none.
Cypress Signs uses only state of the art equipment to produce each order. Our staff is knowledgeable and service oriented and are eager to please each and every client.
At Cypress Signs, we treat what we do as a form of high art: it's beautiful, elegant, timeless, and expressive.
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 00:48] Intro
[00:49 - 03:46] About Cypress Signs & Previous Experience  
[03:47 - 05:53] The Fighting Spirit and the Howdy Tradition   
[05:54 - 07:54] Overcoming Challenges: Suppliers, Training, Personnel    
[07:55 - 12:36] Growth/ Vision/ Business Model 
[12:37 - 14:21] Communication w/ Team
[14:22 - 16:17] BHAG
[16:21 - 19:50] Lightning Round
[19:51 - 22:22] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[22:23 - 23:23] Outro
Resources:
Website:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-anawaty-66956a12/ 
                    https://www.cypress-signs.com/ 
AGH Website: https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
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Presence, Million Dollar Deals and Fast Talkin’ with Bret Richards

Howdy, Ags! Today’s guest, Bret Richards ‘01, showcases his auctioneering skills while also providing insight into the world of auctions. Bret details his experience in auctioneer school, adjusting to the changing market, and how he connects with customers during bids. To find more information about Bret Richards, check out the Coleman and Patterson website here! 
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About
Bret Richards joins the Coleman & Patterson team with over 15 years of experience in the Real Estate & Auction business. In addition to being licensed as a real estate broker and Auctioneer in Texas, Bret holds 25 licenses in other states including California, Ohio, Florida, and Washington. Bret also owns a Benefit Auction business and works with many fundraising non-profit groups such as the Brazos Valley A&M Club, Believing 4 Bryleigh, Wipe Out Kids Cancer, Waller County Fair Association, along with many events with MLB’s Texas Rangers. Bret was on the rodeo team while at Texas A&M and is now the president of Texas Aggie Rodeo, Inc. the official support group/booster club for the Texas A&M Rodeo team.
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 00:57] Intro
[00:58 - 05:12] Real Estate Auctions/ Coleman & Patterson 
[05:13 - 14:17] Auctioneer School and the Auctioneer Chant   
[14:18 - 16:54] Teamwork, Networking, Comradery     
[16:55 - 23:00] Adjusting to the Changing Market 
[23:01 - 28:33] BHAG
[28:37 - 32:24] Lightning Round
[32:25 - 34:54] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[34:55 - 36:04] Outro
Resources:
Website:          https://www.colemanandpatterson.com/agents/74748-bret-richards 
http://bretrichards.colemanandpatterson.com/ 
AGH Website:        https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
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Would you like to be featured in Season 8? Connect With Us

Howdy Ags, this is Greg Martin, co host of the Aggie Growth Hacks podcast. As we're getting ready to roll into Thanksgiving season, Chris and I wanted to take a few minutes to thank you, the faithful Aggie Growth Hacks family. We have loved spotlighting Aggie entrepreneurs for the past 100 plus episodes, and we could not have done it without your love and support.
It has been so awesome to see the Aggie spirit alive and well through entrepreneurship. To see the grit, creativity and determination in the face of uncertainty, and it has been soul filling to hear that while entrepreneurship is hard, it is also rewarding. So in lieu of an episode drop this week, Chris and I would like to extend an invitation to all the good acts who are listening to come join us on a future episode.
We are already filling up slots for season 8. But there are a few slots still open. If you're an Aggie entrepreneur or even a or even an entrepreneur we would love to hear from you connect with either Chris or I on LinkedIn or Facebook, or you can email us at Aggie growth hacks at gmail. com and let us know you're interested.
As always, we want to say thank you to the McFerrin Center for Entrepreneurship for their continued support of Aggie Growth Hacks and Aggie Entrepreneurs everywhere. I know this is a little bit of a different episode, but join us next week when we kick off four straight episodes that we recorded in person during this year's Aggie 100 Celebration.
I guarantee you on that one; you'll not miss any of these until next time. This is Greg Martin. Thanks!
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Feedback Will Save Your Company with Stefani Pady

Howdy, Ags! Leading today’s discussion is our guest, Stefani Pady ‘05 with GLS Coaching and Consulting! Stefani shares her expertise in growth, leadership, and sales, as well as, the leadership component missing from organizations and the antidote to it. If you would like to connect with Stefani or to benefit from her consulting and coaching services, check out her website for more information! 
About
As a John Maxwell Certified Coach, Teacher, and Speaker, Stefani specializes in aiding personal and professional growth through study and practical application of proven leadership methods, as well as, personality assessment.
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 00:46] Intro
[00:47 - 05:46] The Opportunity to Work with Several Startups    
[05:47 - 08:27] Learning to Accept Feedback and to Lead at A&M   
[08:28 - 12:56] Leaving Corporate to Start Two Organizations    
[12:57 - 17:22] Biggest Leadership Tools Used & Maximizing Impact
[17:23 - 20:42] The Antidote to Leadership Struggles
[20:43 - 21:49] BHAG
[21:53 - 28:06] Lightning Round and Connect with Stefani
[28:07 - 30:37] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[30:38 - 31:35] Outro
 
Resources:
Website:          https://glscoach.com/ 
AGH Website:  https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
 
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Utilize Customer Service to Win Big with Ross Lindsey

Howdy, Ags! Buzzing in to join today’s episode is Ross Lindsey, Co-Owner at Mosquito Hunters and Humbug Holiday Lighting! Ross shares his passion for serving others and building relationships through his two businesses, curating social media to be a networking tool, and evolving himself by constantly learning. If you would like to contact Ross or utilize his services, visit his LinkedIn profile!
About
Ross Lindsey is Co-Owner at Mosquito Hunters and Humbug Holiday Lighting Services of Southlake - North Richland Hills - Grapevine, Texas. 
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 01:25] Intro
[01:26 - 12:25] Franchising/ Hiring/ Brand Awareness   
[12:26 - 15:00] Humbug Franchise & Facebook Groups     
[15:01 - 16:49] The Expansive Aggie Network  
[16:50 - 20:03] Overcoming The Challenge of Education and Expectations
[20:04 - 27:25] Humbug Holiday Lighting
[27:26 - 31:15] BHAG
[31:19 -  34:19] Lightning Round/ Contact Ross 
[34:20 - 36:47] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[36:48 - 38:21] Outro
  
Resources:
Website:         https://www.linkedin.com/in/ross-lindsey-7bb38921/ 
                       https://mosquitohunters.com/southlake-tx/ 
                       https://humbugholidaylighting.com/southlake-tx/ 
AGH Website:  https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
 
Connect with Greg and Chris!
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCZx9NMwnBXs5RWC3Rwqkpw

Aggie 100 Celebration with Jeff Markim and John Albers

Howdy, Ags! We have two returning Aggie 100 winners, Jeff Markim and John Albers, joining us today as we celebrate another spectacular Aggie 100 year! Tag along as we discuss the ever-changing process of entrepreneurship alongside the Aggie 100 winners from 2022 and 2021. Jeff and John talk about reputation, their secret to finding great talent and how important the Aggie network is to their businesses. For more information about Aggie 100 please visit: https://aggie100.com/! 
About
Jeff Markim is the Founder and CEO of Leasepoint Funding Group. He is a serial entrepreneur, having created multiple companies and now, actively managing several strategies within the private credit space.  
John Albers is the Founder and CEO of Albers Aerospace. The company is headquartered in the Dallas area and comprises Three Business Units: (1) Manufacturing, (2) Engineering, Aviation, MRO, and (3) Innovative Technologies. 
Timestamps:
[00:00 - 04:39] Intro/ About Aggie 100
[04:40 - 08:02] Twelve Month Update    
[08:03 - 13:53] Maturing Financial Processes  
[13:54 - 18:22] What Are Leasepoint and Albers Aerospace?    
[18:23 - 22:25] Valuable A&M Leadership Skills  
[22:26 - 27:05] Keeping Up with Changes
[27:06 - 32:52] Thirst for Knowledge/ Failing Forward
[32:53 - 38:17] Finding Your Key People
[38:18 - 40:38] Being a Student of Your Customer
[40:39 - 43:21] Protecting Your Reputation  
[43:22 - 47:32] Advice to Transform Your Team 
[47:33 - 50:28] Chris and Greg’s Takeaways
[50:29 - 51:54] Outro
 
Resources:
Website:         https://albers.aero/ 
                       https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnalbers1/ 
                       https://www.leasepointfg.com/ 
                       https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffmarkim/ 
AGH Website: https://www.aggiegrowthhacks.com/
 
Connect with Greg and Chris!
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