Grinding It Out – Survival In the Early Years of Business (Episode 03)

Episode 03: Grinding It Out – Survival In the Early Years of Business

Phillip and Kent discuss Phillip's incredible journey from starting a business accidentally with less than a week's worth of money to building a successful 26-year enterprise. Phillip shares the challenges of operating a small business in the early stages, the importance of not burning bridges, and the key role of faith in his entrepreneurial journey. Discover how Phillip managed multiple gigs to keep the lights on, the significance of building credibility, and the pivotal decisions that helped him scale his business. Ideal for entrepreneurs guided by their Christian faith, this episode provides insights into perseverance, strategic networking, and balancing business with personal values. Tune in to learn the valuable lessons Phillip gathered over his remarkable journey.

00:00 Starting with Nothing: The Early Days
00:53 First Client and Initial Struggles
03:22 Leveraging Past Connections
05:37 Balancing Multiple Gigs
07:46 Financial Realities and Business Growth
11:03 Hiring and Expanding the Team
17:00 Faith and Business: A Delicate Balance
22:15 A Teaser for the Next Episode