The GreenUp Academy Podcast

We’re BACK! Life & Business Update + Upcoming Announcement!

We're back after a long time away! Listen in as we go through some important updates, why we were away, and some great news coming in the near future!

From Heartbreak to Healing: Embracing the Journey of Mental Well-Being | Ashlan Camp

In this captivating episode, join us as we dive deep into the inspiring journey of a courageous woman who before her 30th birthday, navigated the challenging terrain of grief after losing her beloved husband. Drawing from her personal experience, she shares profound insights on the two distinct mental paths one can take in the face of loss: the path of resilience, where you saddle up and put on your armor to continue, and the path of vulnerability, where the weight of loss threatens to break you.
With unwavering honesty, our guest emphasizes the importance of seeking therapy as a powerful tool to navigate the turbulent waters of grief, preventing it from reaching a breaking point. She discusses how therapy can be a transformative and empowering resource for anyone experiencing loss or adversity.
As her story unfolds, she reveals the silver lining in her journey—her supportive workplace and understanding boss. Despite the additional challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced her to stay home, she found solace and healing within the safe confines of her personal space. Her tale serves as a testament to the strength of human resilience and the healing power of a nurturing environment.
Tune in to this emotionally charged episode to gain invaluable insights, find solace, and be inspired by a woman who defied the odds and triumphed over heartbreak. Join us as we explore the transformative power of therapy, the significance of support systems, and the indomitable human spirit in the face of adversity.Today's show Sponsor: GPSTrackithttps://gpstrackit.com/gig/

Small Business Break-Down: Where Can Your Company Go? | REFINED Permanent Jewelry

Today we had the pleasure of hosting Sophia Sposato of Refined Permanent Jewelry! Xander helps Sophia break down her very successful, new, experience-based, small business and provides thought-provoking questions and insights. Listen in and think about where these questions could apply to you or your business, and send us a DM on Instagram/Facebook with any specific questions you have for Alex! Make sure you follow us for more content in between podcast episodes!Check out REFINED Permanent Jewelry here:Instagram: @RefinedPermanentJewelry or https://www.instagram.com/refinedpermanentjewelry/Tiktok: @refinedpermanentjewelry or https://www.tiktok.com/@refinedpermanentjewelryhttps://www.refined-jewelry.com Instagram: @downtobusinesspodcastYouTube: @downtobusinesspodcastTiktok: @thedowntobusinesspodcastFacebook: @thedowntobusinesspodcast
 
Shoutout to GPSTrackit for being a sponsor and a great way to track our vehicles, maintenance, and run a safe service and trades business! Click the link below to check out how GPSTrackit can help your business!https://gpstrackit.com/gig/

Resourcefulness in Business | Spence & Dave’s Junk Removal

Today we had the pleasure of hosting Spencer Kemp and David Clayton of Spence & Dave's Junk Removal. The duo are long-time best friends turned business owners. Still in their first year of business, Spencer and David are growing their company through the help of having mentors, investing in marketing, and committing to the ups and downs of owning a business. Listen in to hear about their story of starting this business fresh out of college, and how resourcefulness has helped them succeed when the cash flow was low!
 
 
Thank you Homebase for being a sponsor and such an easy way for us to track hours for our employees! Homebase integrates with QuickBooks to make your payment process even easier. Get Homebase "All-in-one" free for 60 days when you use the link below! Offer ends June 30thhttps://joinhomebase.com/greenindustryguy/?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=marketing-partner&utm_campaign=alex-feb23&utm_content=pod-p3

Owning a Business That Doesn’t Own You

Xander interviews Trey Lambert, a professional Fertilization business owner from Tulsa, Oklahoma, on the topic of owning a business without it consuming your entire life.Today's sponsor Homebase:  https://joinhomebase.com/greenindustryguy/?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=marketing-partner&utm_campaign=alex-feb23&utm_content=pod-p2

CASH. You Have to Have It.

With inflation increasing, and more and more people going into debt, it’s so important to have cash on you. What does debt-free look like? How do you do that? Let's talk about it.
 
Today’s sponsor, GPSTrackit.
GPSTrackit is a fleet management software that helps business owners track their vehicles’ efficiency, maintenance, and more. 
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Are You Living In Victory or Victimhood?

Living with a victim mindset is poisonous to our mental health and spiritual growth. How does a victim mindset affect your business? What does it look like when someone is living with a victim mindset? How do we get out of that rut of an attitude and grow into living in victory? Xander answers all of these questions in this episode!Today's sponsor, GPSTrackit.GPSTrackit is a fleet management software that helps business owners track their vehicles' efficiency, maintenance, and more. https://bit.ly/3veDXeC

The Importance of Mentorship as a Business Owner

Hear about the impact of having the wisdom of a mentor on your side, supporting you in every step of your business. Hear Xander talk about the effect of his mentorship group, which is supportive both mentally and spiritually. Today’s sponsor, Homebase. Homebase helps small businesses manage their work schedules, time clocks, payroll, HR, and more—so they can focus on their people.https://bit.ly/3Z0EOvc