Owners Table
by Thomas Cox
Thriving owners talking about everything from the boardroom table to the dinner table.
Podcast episodes
Season 1
Ep 45: Navigating Life's Twists and Turns: A Candid Conversation with Lauren Loreto
In this podcast episode, Lauren Loreto discusses her life journey, including her father's influence, her struggle with authority, and her path to independence through college. She shares her experiences with moving across states, her rebellious high school phase, and her strategic approach to college education. Lauren also talks about her internships, the transition to entrepreneurship, and the importance of continuous learning and work-life balance. Additionally, she delves into business topics like marketing, networking, and the value of mentors. The episode also covers her views on real estate investments, the benefits of remote team management, and personal development, concluding with her travel interests and where to connect with her professionally.
E44- The Entrepreneurial Journey of Charles and Deryl Kathryn Campbell
In this podcast episode, Charles and Deryl Kathryn Campbell discuss their business, Liberty Linens, and its focus on supplying linens to vacation rental properties in Alabama. They explore the dynamics of the industry, including the impact of larger companies acquiring smaller ones and the importance of personalized service. Charles shares his operational role and the transition of business responsibilities, while both reflect on the challenges of HR and time management. They also delve into their personal lives, discussing their college experiences, marriage, parenting, and their approach to financial investments.
Ep 43. Unveiling the Business Mastery and Personal Growth Strategies: Thomas Strider
In this podcast episode, business consultant and coach Thomas Strider shares his expertise in optimizing small businesses, focusing on those with online service offerings. He discusses the importance of maximizing margins over revenue and the role of personal branding in long-term success. Thomas also talks about his micro-agency, Apex Content, which specializes in content and copywriting services, revealing its revenue and his approach to attracting clients without sales calls. He plans to focus more on financial education for business owners and is developing digital courses and a KPI dashboard. Thomas shares his personal productivity habits, future business strategies, and book recommendations. He concludes by directing listeners to his website and LinkedIn for coaching and consulting services.
Ep 41: The Journey to Real Estate Success: Brooke Wahl
In this podcast episode, host interviews real estate agent Brooke Wahl from Birmingham. They discuss Brooke's real estate journey, starting from her family's influence to her work in finance and politics, and her transition into the industry. Brooke emphasizes the value of internships, her focus on residential real estate, and the critical role her assistant plays in her business. She highlights her referral-based client approach, her real estate investment experiences, and her mentorship learnings. Brooke shares her disinterest in using social media for marketing, her goal-setting strategies from "12 Week Year," and her personal growth. The episode concludes with Brooke discussing client relationships, her family life, and how to connect with her.
Ep 40: The Resilient Journey of a Plumbing Entrepreneur: Kip Hale
In this podcast episode, Kip Hale, owner of Capstone Plumbing, recounts his life story, from his upbringing with a plumber father to his military service, college, and the eventual establishment of his own plumbing business. He discusses the challenges he faced, including financial struggles and health issues, and how he overcame them by adopting the "Profit First" financial strategy. Kip also touches on the evolving perception of entrepreneurship, the importance of reputation in the service industry, and his minimal marketing approach. He concludes by offering business advice and sharing personal interests, including his favorite podcasts and future travel aspirations.