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Becoming an entrepreneur takes grit. Deciding to do it solo takes courage. This is 1,000 Routes, the podcast where we explore the stories of solopreneurs who have made the bet on themselves to build a business that serves their life. Every episode you'll hear about the lessons they've learned and the uncommon routes they've taken to stand out in a world that is purposefully trying to commoditize them.
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Jared “Pete” Gile & Carly Evans of The Troubadour Podcast host long form, deep-diving interviews with some of today’s most popular touring musicians in the Red Dirt and Texas Country Music movement. The Troubadour Podcast provides listeners with a behind the scenes look at their favorite artists in the genres. The Troubadour Podcast prides itself in also being another avenue for established artists, as well as up and comers, to get their music discovered by new fans through the unique and re ...
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90% Mental is a podcast that promotes awareness around mental performance within sport by interviewing athletes and coaches where they can share their stories and perspectives on sport psychology topics. Guests range from Olympians, Olympic Coaches, professional athletes/coaches, collegiate athletes/coaches, sport psychologists, and authors. Every Monday at 5:00 PM there will be a minimum of one episode released.
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Doug Lawson, a seasoned content marketer for technical founders, knows a thing or two about cutting through the noise. In this episode, Doug shares how he went from being a burnt-out teacher to a thriving content expert helping entrepreneurs build trust and spark curiosity. He talks about his early days in e-commerce and his transition into content…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page EPISODE #201 SKIP EWING On this episode of The Troubadour, we interview hit country songwriter Skip Ewing. Skip has penned multiple No. 1 hits including “You Had Me From Hello” (Kenny Chesney) and “I Believe” (Diamond Rio). He’s got countless of other great songs cut by artis…
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Devin Bramhall is a growth advisor for startups and marketing agencies. In this episode, Devin shares her insights on making bold pivots, how a bout with cancer reshaped her perspective on work and life, and how her experiences as a woman in tech strengthened her commitment to supporting others in the industry. She also discusses building a busines…
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Tim Davidson is the founder of B2B Rizz, a LinkedIn ads and ABM consulting firm for B2B SaaS companies. In this episode, Tim shares his journey from working in an agency to going solo as a consultant, revealing the surprising benefits and challenges of being a solopreneur. He talks about the freedom and flexibility he gained, as well as the pressur…
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Kory Kirby is a publishing strategist who helps experts write and publish books people actually read. In this episode, Kory shares his journey from biking down the US West Coast to becoming a successful publishing strategist, showing solopreneurs how to build a business that aligns with their lifestyle. After self-publishing a book inspired by his …
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page EPISODE #200 BLANK PAGE We’ve hit episode #200 here on The Troubadour and this one is definitely a “feel-good” episode. I really felt that this interview with Jack Robert and Avery Grace of Blank Page was inspiring as well as interesting. What Jack and Avery have done with th…
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The “Consultant’s Consultant,” Max Traylor, gives us another round of unfiltered (maybe slightly unhinged) advice on solopreneurship, pricing, referrals, and inbound marketing. In this episode, Max discusses his transition from conventional agency methods to a more relationship-driven approach, offering insights into how solopreneurs can grow clien…
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Brendan Hufford is the Founder of Growth Sprints and he helps SaaS companies scale from 10 to 100 million in revenue through content. In this episode, Brendan shares his candid journey from a $50K salaried teacher to building a successful business in content marketing and software. Along the way, he reveals the brutal effects undue stress had on hi…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page Carly and I were thrilled to have Josh Crutchmer back on the show to talk about his 3rd and latest book, Red Dirt Unplugged. Along with working a day job for a little ol publication called the New York Times, native Okie and Red Dirt Music Fan, Josh Crutchmer, is a journalist…
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Two of Christopher G. Fox’s biggest wins looked like giving up from the outside. Christopher is the managing partner at Ideas Led Growth, but he started out in academia before shifting to consulting. In this episode, he uncovers his transition strategies, overcoming academic burnout and leveraging thought leadership to cultivate long-term client re…
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Shannon Curran, founder of SSC Consulting and a Fractional CMO, has a dream of what her life will look like and is building her work around that. In this episode, Shannon opens up about her transition from full-time roles to a fractional CMO determined to balance life and work on her terms. From navigating organizational changes post-maternity leav…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page Ryder Grimes is the guest for this episode. He’s on a fast rise in the Texas Music scene with several songs charting in his relatively short career so far. With a full-length record coming in the near future you can get a good taste of what he’s all about NOW by checking out …
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Garrett Jestice, founder of Prelude Marketing, hit a wall of burnout that spurred a dramatic career shift. In this episode, Garrett talks about his journey from a marketing leader in early-stage B2B software companies to thriving as a solopreneur, navigating the difficult path of client acquisition and scaling a business without scaling time. Garre…
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Ryan Baum is a growth consultant and content strategist who's redefined his path in the solitude of solopreneurship. In this episode, Ryan shares his unconventional journey, battling the fast-paced tech industry's "build the plane as you fly it" mentality, and finding clarity through authentic connections and an ADHD realization. From LinkedIn ghos…
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Tommy Walker is the founder of The Content Studio and he develops content programs for high growth startups and Fortune 1000 enterprises. In this episode, Tommy shares the struggles he faced, from living in a boarding house with a cracked laptop to scoring a life-changing business opportunity with LinkedIn. He reflects on the highs and lows of tran…
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Devin Pickell is a solo content and SEO strategist who took the leap into entrepreneurship after being laid off during the 2023 tech layoffs. In this episode, Devin reflects on his journey from working with big names like G2 and Nextiva to building his own business. He shares the challenges of going solo, the importance of building a reputation ver…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page Based in Refugio, Texas, songwriter Devin Michaels received his first guitar in 2017 and has been weaving his thoughts into music ever since. His quiet nature meant that music could be an outlet – a way to get out all the things he couldn’t otherwise say. While he was raised …
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Bobby Gillespie is the founder of Propr, an advisory and creative services agency he’s run for nine years - he’s currently transitioning to being 100% solo. In this episode, Bobby reflects on his journey from running an agency to becoming a solo entrepreneur. He shares his emotional challenges, the pressures of market demands, and the transition to…
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Dylan Ciaccio is the Marketing Director of Black Camel Agency and the host of the B2B Strategy Podcast. In this episode, Dylan talks about transitioning from running the experiment of running something on his own to going back in-house. Dylan shares his insights on aligning incentives, the importance of marketing the problem, and establishing "prob…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page On this episode Carly and I welcome Nashville rocker and songwriter Bones Owens to The Troubadour. Bones has written with the Bon Jovi, collaborated with Jelly Roll and he takes a self-described Chameleon-like approach to music. Fact is, just before we recorded this episode B…
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Thom Van Dycke is a certified StoryBrand Guide and business consultant who went through a rocky transition from ministry to entrepreneurship in the midst of the pandemic. In this episode, Thom opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome and the initial struggles of securing contracts, to eventually becoming a successful coach for solopreneurs. (00:…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page Texas singer-songwriter Kyle Garrett is the guest on this episode. Kyle is a past guest and always brings a wealth of experience to the show due to the various hats he’s worn in the music industry. Along with being the Co-host and Producer of the Texas Toast Podcast he’s also…
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Melanie Deziel is the co-founder of the Creator Kitchen, an author, and a self-described forever student who’s learned a lot in nearly a decade of building a business around herself. In this episode, Melanie reveals her journey from New York Times big wig to solopreneurship, opening up about the fear of quantifying her worth and navigating business…
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Erin Balsa is the founder of Haus of Bold, a content marketing strategist, solopreneur, and mother of three. In this episode, Erin shares her journey from SEO-focused writer to thought leadership advocate, the struggles of battling increased competition and dropping lead volume, and the ingenuity behind creating her on-demand course library. Nick a…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page It’s Monday, July 8th, 2024 and this is an episode I’ve been excited about since we got it scheduled. In January of 2024, Americana band Mike and the Moonpies officially announced they were changing the name of their band to Silverada. Their brand new self-titled record just …
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Bridget Poetker is Founder of Bridget Poetker LLC as well as Founder of Outside, a marketing consultant collective. In this episode, Bridget shares her journey from ad agency life to falling into tech marketing, the turbulence of layoffs, pay cuts, and finally taking a chance on herself to become a full-time solopreneur. Nick and Bridget discuss th…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page This episode features our interview with Country Music artist Donice Morace. You can’t fake authentic. You know it when you see it – and you know it when you hear it. Authentic isthe best word that can be used to describe Donice Morace. From his chiseled good looks and easy-g…
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Jed is a writer, creator, and founder of Practical Prospecting, a consulting firm that helps startups create outbound systems that consistently generate qualified meetings. In this episode, Jed shares his journey from SDR to entrepreneur and what he's doing to overcome the anxiety and limiting beliefs that come with it all. -- Follow Jed on LinkedI…
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Justin Simon is a content distribution and repurposing consultant and the founder of Distribution First, a membership and community dedicated to helping burned-out marketers escape the content production trap. In this episode, Justin shares his journey from content marketer to entrepreneur and the challenges he faces while on his path to building a…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page This episode features our interview with The Texas Trio, comprised of Kyle Park, John Michael Whitby & Jason Roberts. Kyle has been a guest on the podcast several times but it was our first time getting to visit with Jason Roberts and John Michael Withby (JMW). Both are very …
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Chris Marr has devoted thousands of hours to coaching individuals and companies from startups to 7 and 8-figure enterprises and recently started a coaching firm of his own to help others become truly indispensable. In this episode, Chris shares how his journey from entrepreneur, to employee, back to entrepreneur has shaped the way he approaches his…
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Renee Frojo is a creator and independent content marketing strategist who helps founder-led businesses build brands that connect with people through content. In this episode, Renee talks through the route she’s carved from journalist to creator and shares the challenges, risks, and rewards she's experienced as a long time solopreneur. (00:00) - Fin…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page On this episode of The Troubadour, we visit with documentary filmmaker Chistopher Fitzpatrick about his new project, Oklahoma Breakdown: The Mike Hosty Story. The film has already won honors at film festivals across the United States and screenings are taking place as we spea…
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Dan Sanchez is a marketing and audience growth consultant and the host of the AI driven marketer podcast. In this episode, Dan shares he used early buyer feedback to iterate on his offer and establish his footing as a solopreneur. (00:00) - The Leap(01:35) - From Sweetfish to Solo(04:19) - The Challenges of Remote Management and Cultural Fit(06:41)…
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Kaylee Edmondson has spent years as an in-house marketer and leading some of the most legendary demand teams in tech. Now, she is a marketing solopreneur and the founder of Demand Loops. In this episode, Kaylee shares how a cold DM changed her life and allowed her to carve her own route as a solopreneur. (00:00) - The Cold DM That Changed Everythin…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page Country Music artist and songwriter Dallas Alexander is the featured guest on this episode. We catch up with Dallas while he’s in Nashville for a couple weeks of songwriting. Before going after a career as a Country Music artist, Dallas was in an elite special forces division…
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Erica Schneider is the founder of Cut the Fluff, a writing and editing coaching and consulting firm and seltzer fanatic. In this episode, Erica shares how a challenge to start writing online changed her life and allowed her to carve a route from content marketer to full-time Solopreneur. (00:00) - Intro(01:09) - Meet Erica(02:25) - The Power of Wor…
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John Rougeux is a narrative designer and the founder of Flag & Frontier. John shares the route he carved from mechanical engineer, to marketer, to category designer, to solopreneur. (00:00) - Embracing the Entrepreneurial Journey: A Personal Reflection(00:55) - Discovering The Route(01:10) - Networking and Learning in Business(03:00) - The Solopren…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page On this episode Pete talks with Texas singer/songwriter Kyle Park. Kyle has been a guest on the show in the past in Episodes #34 & #130. We talk about his new record called “All Nighters” which is simply fantastic! Check out the video for the title track HERE! We’re also exci…
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Mike O'Neill is an elite-level executive coach, leadership trainer, and podcaster. We explore Mike's transition from a corporate HR leader supporting thousands of employees to becoming a solopreneur. He shares the challenges and rewards of Solopreneurship, the lessons learned from mentors, and how building meaningful, long-term relationships has be…
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Max Traylor is an author, podcaster, golfer, paintballer, father, husband, and a consultant’s consultant.Max shares the route he carved that took him from running a marketing agency to life as a “do your own thing-er”(00:00) - The Importance of Personal Priorities in Business(01:30) - Strategy vs Implementation(09:14) - Max Traylor's Approach to Bo…
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The #1 way you can support The Troubadour is by visiting our Patreon page On this episode Pete & Carly interview singer/songwriter Julia Hatfield. Her latest song called “Why Do We Hold Back Tears” will be released any day now. Check out her other music by clicking HERE. Julia is also and accomplished actress and you’ll hear about some of her lates…
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Andrew Capland is a coach and mentor of growth leaders, an advisor for product-led SaaS companies, and the host of the Delivering Value podcast. Andrew is on a mission to revolutionize his business and build a media empire. In this episode, Andrew shares his transition from a corporate role at companies like HubSpot, Wistia, and Postscript to becom…
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