Simply Business Podcast
A business interview Podcast made by business owners for business owners called ‘**Simply Business**'. We share real stories about real people in business making big things happen. Our goal is to inspire and educate current and future leaders through sharing success stories and key learnings from successful business leaders who have already navigated some of the challenges of business ownership. I believe that most business owners are working way too hard for much too little, and one of our issues is that we over-complexify things. I also believe the answers are almost always within us or within our reach. I like to say I’m a “simple man with simple ideas”. So that's why it's called “Simply Business”. And if you enjoy the show, maybe you'll enjoy my book. Check out "Your Baby is Ugly" on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Your-Baby-Ugly-truths-business/dp/1955342768/
Episodes
In the 68th episode of Simply Business, John Jennings sits down with Taylor Sears, Chief Operating Officer of Silent Guard Security and Davis HVAC Experts. Taylor shares a compelling journey that winds through college athletics, working for the Cincinnati Bengals, a stint in Kentucky state politics, and ultimately returning to help lead his family’s dual-division business.
This conversation touches on what it means to lead with purp...
In this special solo episode of the Simply Business podcast, I’m stepping away from interviews to share some reflections on a topic that’s often overlooked but absolutely vital: rest.
After a recent unplugged vacation, I realized just how powerful intentional rest can be not as a luxury, but as a true leadership necessity. I’ll introduce you to the concept I call the “ROI of Rest” (the ROR) and share some personal stories, including...
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Landon Wade opens up about his entrepreneurial path from working in a family business to launching his own brand rooted in deeper meaning. Founder of Goodson Clothing & Supply,
Landon discusses how his business brings “order to chaos” in the highly competitive world of branded merchandise.
What sets Goodson apart isn’t just its aesthetic vintage, leather, wood-inspired designs but the st...
In the 65th episode, Kevin Baer shares his incredible journey from electrical engineer at a uranium facility to founder of a thriving energy services business. With roots in Paducah, Kentucky, Kevin took a leap of faith in 1997quitting his job, taking out SBA loans, and starting a company in the booming energy efficient lighting space.
Over nearly three decades, Kevin has evolved Utilities Dynamics into a national service provider, ...
In the 64th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Ray Robertson, Principal of The Limestone Agency, to explore the unique journey of taking over a business that’s been in his family for nearly two centuries.
Ray shares insights on the challenges and opportunities of leading a legacy business in modern times, as well as the mindset and values that drive him forward.
Key themes:
The significance of family and l...
Join host John Jennings as he sits down with Mark Helms,
Founder and CEO of MH Solutions, to explore the journey of building a business in the broadband infrastructure sector.
From humble beginnings in Akron, Ohio, Mark shares how he went from survey work to leading a team that lays the foundation for high-speed internet connectivity across the country.
In this episode, Mark reveals how fiber optics have transformed the industry, the...
On the 62nd episode of Simply Business, John Jennings welcomes Stephanie Gilezan, CEO of Gilezan Global, for a powerful conversation on leadership, innovation, and staying true to your vision.
In this episode, she shares how she balances multiple enterprises, challenges traditional norms, and leads with a powerful combination of grit and grace. Expect real talk, real strategies, and the kind of wisdom that comes from walking the wal...
Meet Scott Boehnlein, Entrepreneur & Owner of Family Realty
In the 61 episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Scott Boehnlein, a self-made entrepreneur who built a thriving real estate company Family Realty from the ground up.
Scott opens up about his journey, starting with early challenges in school, to becoming a resilient business owner committed to community and service.
You’ll hear about:
- How ear...
On the 60th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings chats with Shannon Wickel a business owner whose journey is anything but typical.
What started as a mom supporting her daughters in gymnastics turned into a leadership role at one of Kentucky’s most beloved training academies.
Shannon shares how friendships, a love for children, and a willingness to say “yes” to new challenges led her to own and run Kentucky Gymnastics Acad...
In the 59th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Chris Gilbert, founder and president of Security Pros USA .
After climbing the corporate ladder and running a $90 million P&L, Chris walked away from a lucrative career to be present with his family and to build something of his own. He shares how Security Pros started with one $25 a month client during the recession, grew through grit and insight, and ult...
In this inspiring 58th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Cathe Dykstra, the powerhouse CEO of Family Scholar House and its organization, Family, Inc.
What started as a struggling nonprofit serving just four individuals has grown into a nationwide support system impacting over 106,000 households across 48 states.
Cathe shares how she used her economic background, not social work, to guide a mission-driven...
The 57th episode of Simply Business features a powerful founder story that’s as timely as it is moving. Michael Sandefur, co-founder of SafeEvac, shares how his journey from environmental consulting to inventing a school safety technology was driven by purpose and prayer.
Following national tragedies and a conversation with his co-founder, Michael realized that chaos, not just violence is the killer in school shootings.
That insigh...
How Brad Blankenship scaled a startup from the back of a truck into a regional commercial powerhouse by staying people-focused, faith-led, and future-minded.
⭐ Inspirational Snippet: “You have to be motivated by something greater than the dollar… You have to want to help people. You have to want to be a problem solver.”
How do you grow a construction company from the back of a car to 80+ employees and hundreds of subcontractors? Fo...
In the 55th episode of Simply Business, John sits down with Paula Blankenship, founder of a thriving DTC paint brand, to unpack her extraordinary entrepreneurial journey.
From humble beginnings at her kitchen table to scaling into an 8-figure powerhouse,
Paula shares how she transformed a simple DIY project into a multimillion-dollar enterprise. Discover how early Facebook traction validated her business idea, why she ditched big-b...
In the 54th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with David Galownia, CEO and Owner of Slingshot, a Louisville-based tech services firm that's celebrating 20 years in business.
David shares his journey from youthful entrepreneur — running a paper route at age 10 — to leading a company that helps bring tech ideas to life for startups, small businesses, and large enterprises alike.
Together, they unpack the realiti...
In the 53 episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Shawn Herbig, founder of IQS Research and Bluegrass Bitters, to explore two very different entrepreneurial journeys—one rooted in analytics, and the other in artisanal flavor.
Shawn shares how he left a successful role at Ford Motor Company to chase a lifelong dream of business ownership. Over the past 25+ years, he’s built IQS Research into a respected data an...
In the 52nd episode of Simply Business, John Jennings sits down with Bill Reynolds, President of Element 502, to explore the raw and real journey of turning around a struggling marketing agency.
Bill opens up about how he went from a consultant to business owner overnight—after a leap of faith (and prayer) with his wife. He shares what happened when he lost his biggest client five days into ownership, how he led his team through som...
In the 51 episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Brady Jolly,
President and Owner of Jolly Plumbing Drains, Heating and Air.
Brady shares the remarkable story of taking over his family business, founded in 1979, and transforming it into a thriving, multi-service home solutions company in Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati.
Brady discusses the challenges of leading a second-generation business, the bold ...
In the 50th episode of Simply Business, host John Jennings sits down with Larry Baker, a real estate broker, investor, and entrepreneur who has built a thriving business across Kentucky, Indiana, and Florida. Larry shares his journey from sales—starting in the car industry—to becoming a top real estate agent, broker, and investor. He now leads a brokerage with over 40 agents and has built long-term wealth through smart real estate...
In this inspiring episode 49 of Simply
Business, host John Jennings welcomes Reverend Dr. Julie Hager
Love, the President & CEO of the Kentucky United Methodist
Children's Home.
With a background in theology, Christian education, and leadership
development, Dr. Love has dedicated her career to serving children and families
in need.
She shares insights on building trust in leadership, fostering
a strong workplace culture, and navigatin...
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