The GPS Podcast - Navigating Small Business Growth

The GPS Podcast explores the real-life experiences of entrepreneurs who started from scratch and built thriving businesses. Tune in for authentic stories, valuable lessons, and actionable advice that will help you navigate your own business journey on your way to Growing Professional Skills.

The GPS Podcast - Navigating Small Business Growth is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 37 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The GPS Podcast - Navigating Small Business Growth, a business show with 37 episodes published.

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  Episode #37

  Running a Restoration & Plumbing Business: An Owner and GM on Trust & Tough Calls

  Aug 19, 202655 min

  What does it take for an owner and general manager to stay aligned while leading both a restoration and plumbing business? Tanya Doucet and Kent Sonnier of Restoration Pros and 1-Tom-Plumber share what they've learned from working together through growth, change, and plenty of tough calls. Tune in as they discuss communication, trust, employee development, and the day-to-day realities of leading two successful service businesses. Learn more about Restoration Pros: https://www.restorationprosla.com/ Learn more about 1-Tom-Plumber of Lafayette: https://www.1tomplumber.com/lafayette-la/ Listen on: YouTube Apple Spotify Amazon iHeartRadio Follow us on socials! Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

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  Episode #36

  Growing Too Fast: What a $22 Million Disaster Project Taught Us About Scaling

  Aug 5, 202653 min

  Growing a business is exciting. Growing too fast can create an entirely new set of challenges. On this episode of the GPS Podcast, Shawn Folks, CEO of Guarantee Restoration Services, shares his experience taking over the family business and leading the company through a period of significant growth. Shawn and Jeff discuss the $22 million disaster project that changed the trajectory of the company, scaling operations, building culture, hiring and developing leaders, managing large-loss opportunities, and why taking care of your people remains the foundation of long-term success. Learn more about Guarantee Restoration Services: https://www.guaranteerestoration.com/ Listen on: YouTube Apple Spotify Amazon iHeartRadio Follow us on socials! Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

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  Episode #35

  Taking Over the Family Business: Lessons Learned the Hard Way

  Jul 15, 202649 min

  The pressure of ownership is real, especially when you're taking over the family business. In this episode of the GPS Podcast, Summer Becker-Battles of Steamatic of Albuquerque and Santa Fe shares her experience navigating succession, learning the financial side of the business, developing leaders, and making difficult decisions along the way. The conversation is packed with practical lessons for current and future business owners. Learn more about Steamatic: https://www.steamaticnm.com/ Listen on: YouTube Apple Spotify Amazon iHeartRadio Follow us on socials! Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

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  Episode #34

  Leadership Tips from the President of Rainbow Restoration

  Jul 1, 20261h 2m

  There are patterns behind every successful restoration company. In this episode, we're joined by Josh Miller, President of Rainbow Restoration, to talk through what he’s learned over years in the industry and now leading a national franchise. They cover leadership, team dynamics, and the decisions that impact growth over time. If you're in restoration and looking to run a better operation, this is worth the listen. Learn more about Rainbow Restoration: https://rainbowrestores.com/ Listen on: YouTube Apple Spotify Amazon iHeartRadio Follow us on socials! Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

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  Episode #33

  Why Sales Reps and Sales Managers Clash (and How to Fix It)

  Jun 17, 202651 min

  Sales reps and sales managers are on the same team—but that doesn’t mean they always see things the same way. In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind the tension between reps and managers, why it happens, and what it takes to get aligned. Drawing from our Herding Cats article series, we share practical insights on how high-performing sales teams work through the friction and improve results. Read the Herding Cats article series: https://www.candrmagazine.com/herding-cats-revealing-the-biggest-misconceptions-between-salespeople-and-their-manager/ Listen on: YouTube Apple Spotify Amazon iHeartRadio Follow us on socials! Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

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