TBD (0:00) - Ashland, NE in the 90’s (3:24) - Sports (8:00) - Rude experiences in business (19:27) - What happened in 2019? (25:23) - Advice for a business owner (38:44) - Classes that helped This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

On this episode of Leadership Lessons from Mayberry you’ll get introduced to Corey Odvody, the owner of Americom.   At age 31, Odvody made the decision to buy Americom and leave his comfortable position in the corporate world. It was a decision that, while scary, was easy for Odvody to make. He was ready to try his hand at business ownership. It’s the kind of determination and risk taking that has help Corey grow his company from 4 employees to over 25 today.   Americom works with companies on network connectivity and security, business phone systems, camera and access control, data cabling and infrastructure and paging and bell systems. Corey’s company has reached beyond the private sector; Americom works with schools as well.   In this episode, produced by Grace Dunbar, you’ll hear Corey talk about: • How important his investment for leadership training is for all of his employees • What ABQ is and how he uses that term for all things Americom • How his business acumen and ability to strategize has played a critical role in his success • Why fishing and playing drums in a band help him to not only relax but helps him to spend time on thinking of how to grow his company   Enjoy this episode of Leadership Lessons from Mayberry.    If you are a business owner and want to make your business even better, I’d love to help. I work with businesses on making their enterprises grow. You can find me at www.washburncoachng.com Please don’t forget to share, subscribe, review and rate!   This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

On this episode of “Leadership Lessons from Mayberry”, you’ll learn from Jason Libal, school superintendent of Ashland-Greenwood High School.    Most business leaders and business owners have leadership responsibilities within their four walls of their establishments. As a school superintendent, that leadership responsibility goes beyond those walls to the greater community. You’ll learn how Jason embraces this responsibility.   In addition, you’ll learn: • What Jason gleamed from a leadership perspective from his days coaching and teaching in a small town community • How the 3 R’s- Relationships, Relationships, Relationships, are a staple of his leadership beliefs and how he builds relationships. • What Jason’s guiding light is to building culture and how having a single vision can help any leader build stronger values.   Go to YouTube, Apple or Spotify to watch or listen to “Leadership Lessons from Mayberry”.   Are you a business owner that wants to make your business even better than it is today? I’d love to help. I own Washburn Business Coaching and I help business owners and leaders. Email me at [email protected] or go to my website at www.washburncoaching.com   0:00 - Virginia, NE 15:29 - Small town coaching 22:53 - Administration can be lonely 27:22 - Key to leadership 49:15 - Secret sauce - Family 53:39 - 3 and out  This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

On this episode of “Leadership Lessons from Mayberry”, you’ll hear from Aubrie Jones, founder of Hadco Staffing in Las Vegas, Nebraska.   A Nebraska native, Aubrie left the corporate world to start a business from scratch. Her niche staffing company has grown from just 2 employees in 2018 to nearly 10 today. And her client load has grown seismically as well.   On this episode, you’ll learn how growing up in the performing arts world taught her discipline and work ethic. “Try doing ballet five times a week and performing with blisters on your toes” you’ll her Aubrie opine. You’ll also hear about: • The art of networking and what the key is to make it work for you.  • The “Aubrie Way”- how to ask for referrals. • How to develop a niche within a niche business   Go to YouTube, Apple or Spotify to watch or listen to “Leadership Lessons from Mayberry”.   Are you a business owner that wants to make your business even better than it is today? I’d love to help. I own Washburn Business Coaching and I help business owners and leaders. Email me at [email protected] or go to my website at www.washburncoaching.com 0:00 - Ashland, NE 7:09 - Growing up in the Arts 12:45 - Meeting Reba McEntire 17:07 - Developing a network 27:25 - Developing a niche 40:33 - Business owning is hard 47:02 - Is it harder to be a female business owner? 50:44 - 3 and Out This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

Today’s guest is Bodie Dostal, one of the great local entrepreneurs. Bodie owns Dostal’sConstruction, a playground equipment construction company, which has grown significantly over the last 10 years.   Bodie’s humble origins helped inspired and motivate him into building something special that is built to last.    In this episode, you’ll learn: -How working for his father helped shape him into becoming a successful business owner -What considerations to take into place when deciphering when and how to buy a business -Why quality work is the cornerstone of his business and how you, as a business owner or leader, can have the same values.   If you desire to make your business even better than it is today, I’d love to talk with you. I own Washburn Business Coaching and I can be reached at www.washburncoaching.com    (0:00) - Niabrara, NE (11:20) - Love of construction (20:19) - The start of Dostal’s Construction (33:39) - Secret sauce – lead by example (37:20) - The punch list (46:02) - Quick Qs This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

Today’s guest is Brittany Behrens, corporate attorney for First National Bank of Omaha but also co-owner of Nebraska Juniors, a premier youth volleyball organization and Lighthouse Boutique, in Ashland, Nebraska.   Brittany’s leadership journey is special for a variety of reasons, but she demonstrates, on a daily basis, how you can be successful in your job and have thriving entrepreneurial ventures “on the side”.   In this episode, you’ll learn: -How to juggle priorities in various enterprises to make it all work -Ways to deliver constructive criticism to both younger athletes and employees -And what term and strategy Brittany uses to get through tough decisions, quickly.   If you desire to make your business even better than it is today, I’d love to talk with you. I own Washburn Business Coaching and I can be reached at www.washburncoaching.com or 402-802-1702. Please don’t forget to share, subscribe, review and rate!   A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.

In this episode of Leadership Lessons from Mayberry, you’ll meet CEO Kevin Horn of Farmers and Merchants Bank of Ashland.  And what a story he has to tell. From his upbringing in Central America and living near the Amazon jungle to his leadership journey in the banking industry, his story is compelling, as you will soon see and hear. You’ll learn several things in this episode, including: -How leadership gurus such as Maxwell and Lencioni have played a key role in him becoming a better leader -Learning to “endure pain” to get where you want to be as a leader -How being a “my way or the highway” leader will prevent your employees from being critical thinkers and will get them wondering what their place is in the workplace. -And much more Enjoy this episode of Leadership Lessons from Mayberry! Business Owners and Business Leaders- Looking for help with your business? Do you struggle with time, your team or looking for ways to optimize profit? At Washburn Business Coaching, I work with business owners to make their businesses even stronger. I can be reached at 402-802-1702 or email me at [email protected] Make sure to like, rate and download this episode of Leadership Lessons from Mayberry. A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.

“Don’t overthink: ATTACK!” How’s that for a mantra? That is how Delta Electric’s co-owner Nolan Welch uses his gut to make decisions. And sometimes, those decisions are quick, which has helped to guide him to building a monstrously successful electrical service installation, service and repair company for commercial, residential, industrial and agricultural clients. On this episode of Leadership Lessons from Mayberry, you will learn about several of Welch’s secrets to success, such as: -How using your gut instincts can be very helpful in business -Learning to let go of control as a business owner -Leveraging your employee’s skills sets into specialized roles within your company Enjoy this episode of Leadership Lessons from Mayberry! Business Owners and Business Leaders- Looking for help with your business? Do you struggle with time, your team or looking for ways to optimize profit? At Washburn Business Coaching, I work with business owners to make their businesses even stronger. I can be reached at 402-802-1702 or email me at [email protected] Make sure to like, rate and download this episode of Leadership Lessons from Mayberry. A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.

Looking for help with your business? Do you struggle with time, your team or looking for ways to optimize profit? At Washburn Business Coaching, I work with business owners to help solve these challenges. I can be reached at 402-802-1702 or email me at [email protected]   Please don’t forget to share, subscribe, review and rate!   A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.

Today's guest is a talented dual threat in the business and sports world. John Higgins has been a successful entrepreneur since 1987 of a booming roofing, gutter and siding company called Weatherguard, which you might also know as Rooferees. He, and a dedicated and loyal staff, have built such a well respected business that over 90% of his new business comes from referrals. But you might also know John as an accomplished referee who has called 9 NCAA Division I semifinals and 2 National Championship games in the world of big time college basketball.  How has he done it? How has he built a well respected and vibrant roofing, gutter and siding company while balancing his officiating duties? You'll hear about this and much more in this episode. You'll also learn: How to create a winning company culture when employing both family and those outside the family tree What to do as a business owner to create a workplace that encourages employees to want to stay and thrive for years How to deal with crisis management as a business owner and the key principles involved with dealing with an unforeseen challenge There is so much more to this episode and to John Higgins. So stay tuned and enjoy Leadership Lessons from Mayberry. Business owners...need another perspective? I help businesses be even better than they are today. Check out Washburn Business Coaching at www.washburncoaching.com or email me at [email protected]   A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.