Welcome to the very first episode of 2 Dads & Business — where marketing, mindset, and real-life collide. Stephen Christopher and Andrew Olson kick things off with an unfiltered conversation about how this podcast came to life, why “just starting” matters, and what it really means to be intentional in business and in life.

From home service marketing truths to balancing family, partnership, and personal growth — this episode sets the tone for what’s to come. Expect laughs, wisdom, and a few side tangents (just how we like it).

Segments include:

• Why we started this podcast

• The not-so-sexy side of entrepreneurship

• Stephen’s take on being present & purposeful

• The role of friendship in business partnerships

• A sneak peek at what’s coming in Home Service Corner & Stephen’s Corner

Many home service businesses are chasing the next “magic bullet” — the new platform, the perfect ad, the secret funnel. But here’s the truth: there is no one-size-fits-all solution, and trying to copy what someone else is doing can actually slow you down.

In this episode, Stephen and Andrew unpack why most marketing falls short — not because of the strategy, but because of misaligned expectations and the pressure of constant comparison. They get real about what actually drives long-term results and how to focus on your business, not everyone else’s.

In this episode:

• The myth of the “perfect marketing strategy”

• How comparison creates confusion and burnout

• Why copying other businesses usually backfires

• The importance of mindset, consistency, and internal alignment

• What to fix before throwing more money at marketing

Forget the silver bullets — this is about building something that actually works for you.

This isn’t medical advice. Stephen isn’t a doctor, and he’s not here to tell anyone what they should or shouldn’t do!

This is just his story — one of learning to understand his brain, trust his instincts, and build a thriving business by working with how he’s wired.

In this mini-episode, Stephen opens up about living with ADHD and why he chose to ditch the traditional route of medication and quick fixes. Instead, he leaned into mindset work, meditation, and radical self-awareness to find clarity and build a life that works for him.

In this episode:

• Why he stepped away from traditional treatment

• How meditation became a turning point

• The mindset shift that helped him thrive

• How ADHD became a business strength — not a barrier

Whether you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD or just feel wired a little differently, this episode is a powerful reminder: you don’t have to follow the “normal” path to create success.