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Epi 55: Creating Community with Antique Candle Co.’s Brittany Whitenack

In episode 55 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by Brittany Whitenack, Founder of Antique Candle Co. Tune in as Brittany shares the entrepreneurial journey of this Hoosier-based candle company – building community through customer service and influencer marketing, the joys and pains of growth, and the particular problem-solving needed during pumpkin spice season. ...
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Epi 53: Nate Spangle on Building Get Indiana, Social Media Strategy & Inspiring Indiana Businesses

In episode 53 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Vince and Joe Todd are joined by Nate Spangle, founder of Get Indiana. With a lot of hustle and little fear of failure, tune in to learn how Nate is building Indiana’s go-to source for Hoosier stories, insights and updates.
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Grit: The Secret Ingredient for Success

What separates successful entrepreneurs from the rest? Is it intelligence, resources, or even sheer luck? While these factors play a role, many business leaders argue that one trait rises above the rest—grit. Defined as the combination of passion and persistence, grit is what empowers entrepreneurs to overcome challenges, jump hurdles, and keep going when others might give up. But how can you cult...
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Epi 46: The Business of Pizza with Gabe Connell

In episode 46 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Gabe Connell, owner of Hot Box Pizza. Tune in as Gabe shares his path to entrepreneurship and the birth and evolution of his Indiana-based restaurant chain
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The Power of Patience in a Hyperactive World

In our modern vocab, the virtues of patience seem to be losing the battle against words like hustle, grind, and speed. In a rapid-fire culture that honors an immediate response, a brilliant pastime of "waiting and watching" has been relegated to the sidelines in favor of quick victories. But what if our pursuit of instant gratification and results was doing us more harm than good, especially in th...
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Busy vs Productive: Understanding the Difference

In the fast-paced world we live in, the narrative of being busy has become a badge of honor. It's common to hear people boasting about their packed schedules and never-ending to-do lists, but how often do we stop to ask, "Busy with what?" and "To what end?" There's a significant difference between genuinely being productive and simply keeping busy. This distinction is not just semantics; it's a fu...
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Epi 40: What it means to be better with Brooke Crosley

In episode 40 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined again by Brooke Crosley, President of Crosley, Inc. Tune in as Brooke shares strategies for business leaders to strengthen their emotional presence for the benefit of their organization.
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Epi 38: Skylar Faria drives his business success

In episode 38 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Skylar Faria, President of SurfPrep. From his baseball past to now building an abrasives business, tune in for the passion and dedication that drives Skylar’s success. For more on SurfPrep, visit surfprepsanding.com.
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Epi 32: Brooke Crosley on being uncomfortable

In episode 32 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Brooke Crosley, President of Crosley, Inc. Tune in as Brooke shares her sales and leadership training background, and the value of getting uncomfortable in the business place for measured growth. “It’s amazing how making small adjustments that scare you a little bit really builds your confidence.”
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Dare To Be Different

We all want to fit in. It's human nature. But when it comes to our decisions and lifestyle choices, it makes sense to take a step back every now and then and ask ourselves if zigging when everyone else is zagging might be the best course of action. Daring to be different often requires courage and confidence, but the rewards can be great: Entrepreneurial leaps of faith that lead us down new...
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