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Authentic Business Adventures Podcast

By: Draw In Customers Business Coach James Kademan
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  • The business podcast designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners to be inspired by, listen to, enjoy and take some action from.
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  • The Business of Teaching How to Swim

    The Business of Teaching How to Swim
    May 1 2024
    Nathan Boehm - Diventures - Sun Prairie, WI On Knowing Where to Set the Bar: "Always the goal for the first day is not to cry in the water. You know, set it nice and low.." Nathan will share with us the fascinating growth story of Diventures from a modest beginning to an enterprise spanning 18 locations nationwide offering an array of aquatic services, including a robust swim school and exciting scuba diving adventures. Nathan dives into the intricacies of managing such a complex operation, touching on everything from the difference between dry suits and wetsuits to the challenges of teaching swimming techniques effectively. He'll also discuss the importance of building lasting relationships with clients and how he's helping the business thrive by fostering a community through swimming, whether they're four months old or part of the senior citizens' classes. Listen as Nathan explains the ins and outs of getting both kids and adults in the pool and learning how to swim comfortably and while having fun. Enjoy! Visit Nathan at: https://www.diventures.com/locations/sun-prairie/ 00:00 Classroom work then certification vacations to dive. 04:55 Transition ideas from womb to water, baby excels. 07:51 Living in tent after rent increase, job searching. 12:29 "Rewarding aquatics work with special needs children." 15:23 Comparing strength and swimming technique casually. 16:35 I run the business and have employees. 20:32 Testing water pH using colorful science kit. 24:51 Parents can start swim lessons at age three. 26:26 Free trial swim lessons offered for parents. 30:23 Flippers used for fun and better swimming. 33:57 Coordinate movements, maintain momentum, and express emotion. Podcast Transcription: Nathan Boehm [00:00:00]: You can totally default the doggy paddle. Just make sure you're not doggy paddling like this. And you want to have your arms out a little bigger. James Kademan [00:00:04]: Okay. Nathan Boehm [00:00:05]: So you can move more water, man. James Kademan [00:00:06]: That's great advice. Nathan Boehm [00:00:06]: No, you can't. You can't be a t rex and swim, right? No t rex arms allowed. You need big arms. James Kademan [00:00:11]: All right. Nathan Boehm [00:00:11]: You need bigger. Unless you have a tail. If you have a tail, then you could be a dinosaur. So, yeah, most kids don't have a tail either, so that's usually what I tell them. Yeah, if you have a tail, you can totally swim however you'd like. James Kademan [00:00:22]: You have found authentic business adventures, the business program that brings you the struggle, stories and triumphant successes of business owners across the land. Downloadable audio episodes can be found in the podcast link. Found@drawincustomers.com we are locally underwritten by the bank of Sun Prairie, and today I am welcoming, preparing to learn from Nathan Boehm, the aquatics experience manager at Dive ventures in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. So, Nathan, how is it going today? Nathan Boehm [00:00:50]: It's going good. Thanks for having me. I appreciate it. I was looking forward to this. James Kademan [00:00:53]: Yeah, this is exciting. Aquatics experience manager. Tell me about that. Nathan Boehm [00:00:57]: Yeah, so, yeah, I handle the day to day operations of the diventures in the swim school side of things, so enrolling people into swim lessons, training the instructors, overseeing the swim program, and making sure everybody's having a happy and fun time. Yeah. James Kademan [00:01:12]: So diventures, is that franchise or is that so? Nathan Boehm [00:01:14]: No, we have one single owner. His name is Dean Hollis. He's a wonderful man. We started in Omaha, Nebraska. James Kademan [00:01:19]: Oh, wow. Nathan Boehm [00:01:20]: And then when I came on, and I started in 2020. Yeah, you wouldn't think of like a swim school dive location, Omaha, Nebraska. But people like to travel,
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    56 mins
  • When to Buy a House

    When to Buy a House
    Apr 26 2024
    Randy Lenz - Real Estate Agent Extraordinaire On the Cost of Change: "It's a little bit daunting right now because some of the new people coming in have no clue how they're even going to get paid." We all need someplace to call home and for those trying to live the American Dream, that means buying a house. But with some recent changes in how real estate agents get paid, interest rates going up and home prices not really dropping, the market is a tumultuous place to do business. Randy Lenz is a real estate agent with decades of experience. As of this year, he has seen it all. We're lucky enough to hear some insights as Randy shares his thoughts on the current market conditions influenced by changes in interest rates, the impactful rise of online platforms like Zillow, and the shifting dynamics in property listings and agent commissions. We’ll explore how these factors are reshaping the way realtors operate and the implications for buyers and sellers in the Madison area and beyond. Randy also discusses the potential future changes, including the impact of artificial intelligence and other technological advancements on the real estate industry. Listen as Randy explains the best time of year to buy a house, the best time of year to sell a house and how to navigate the minefield that is real estate. Enjoy! Visit Randy at: https://www.realtor.com/realestateagents/56737bd67e54f701001dd179 Podcast Overview: 00:00 Excited about first house, interest rates fluctuate. 05:13 Realtors face challenges with keys and commissions. 06:27 Home buyers will struggle due to spending habits. 11:42 Realtors face real expenses for their work. 13:36 Housing prices soar, making it unattainable for many. 16:50 Flexible timing benefits buyers in our market. 20:23 Zillow dominates market, inaccuracies frustrating for buyers. 23:26 Realtors essential for immediate market response. 25:55 Realtors uncomfortable representing property they haven't seen. 30:08 Get broker's license, open real estate company. 34:55 Buyer's agents may undercut fees, risking inexperience. 37:41 Investors bought cheap, rehabbed, and sold for profit. 38:46 Market shift due to rejected low offers. 43:20 Income determines housing affordability, market correction expected. 47:07 20% belief, 20% disbelief, 60% indifferent. 50:44 Willingness to learn affects pay and prices. 52:21 Office lease abandoned due to lack of foot-traffic. Podcast Transcription: Randy Lenz [00:00:00]: Realtors aren't stupid. I had a house once that I listed across, from a graveyard. I mean, one of the Next said, quiet neighbors. James Kademan [00:00:08]: You have found Authentic Business Adventures, the business program that brings you the struggle stories and triumphant successes of business owners across the land. We're locally underwritten by the Bank of Sun Prairie. Downloadable free audio episodes of this podcast can be found at drawincustomerscom at the podcast link. Today, we're welcoming slash preparing to learn from Randy Lenz. Randy is in real estate Randy he's gonna teach us all the things about all the changes in this crazy, crazy real estate world. Randy Lenz [00:00:37]: That is true. James Kademan [00:00:38]: Randy, how is it going today? Randy Lenz [00:00:40]: Not bad, James. James Kademan [00:00:40]: Good to Randy Lenz [00:00:41]: see you again, my friend. James Kademan [00:00:41]: How are you? You? I'm doing well. I am looking at the market. I look at the market every single day for what's for sale and all that kind of stuff, just dabbling in there, seeing what's going on. Randy Lenz [00:00:51]: Turn it off, James. It's gonna make you crazy right now. James Kademan [00:00:53]: You know, I just feel like maybe I'm just grossly underpaid or it's just a weird it's a weird dynamic. Right? Interest rates were way way low, then interest james rates went what I considered,
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    56 mins
  • Building Wealth Through Real Estate Investment

    Building Wealth Through Real Estate Investment
    Apr 11 2024
    John Casmon - Casmon Capital On Being Aware of What Can Go Wrong: "I was making money. I grew my net worth. But at the end of the day, if I got fired from my job or if I got let go, I didn't have enough money to pay all of my bills." Get your money to work for you is great advice. Real estate investing is a great way to do that. Taking real estate investing a step further to making your investments truly passive is by utilizing the skills of those that pool investors together to let economies of scale get your money to work for you, without you having to find property, deal with tenants, make repairs and take those 24/7 calls. But how do you get started in passive real estate investing? John Casmon of Casmon Capital has shares his transformative journey from corporate America to becoming a beacon for busy entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to grow their wealth through real estate. His company bridges the gap for individuals who have the capital but not the time or expertise to manage investments, guiding them through passive investment opportunities in multifamily apartments. In this episode, John imparts his wisdom on scaling from smaller properties to significant multifamily deals, the intricacies of tax strategies, and the undeniable importance of having a detailed business plan. We'll explore the necessity of creating jobs and providing housing to benefit from tax breaks and hear why honesty in tax planning is crucial for long-term success. Listen as John explains some realistic strategies and real world examples of how you can make your money work for you. Enjoy! Visit John at: https://casmoncapital.com/ Podcast Overview: 08:27 Interest in making money sparks business partnership. 15:26 Managed finances, realized need for partnership opportunities. 16:03 Partnered, educated, scaled, and helped others financially. 22:15 Bonus depreciation allows accelerated tax savings for investors. 29:34 Utilize tax strategies to maximize and empower. 32:25 Expect expertise, frustration when not delivered. No trust. 39:26 Envision possibilities, seek mentorship, replicate successful strategies. 45:39 Challenging question about selling rental properties discussed. 47:55 Invest in Cincinnati area, analyze risks, attract renters. 53:12 Focus on results, match skills with needs. Podcast Transcription:
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    56 mins
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