Episodes
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This week on the show we hear an update from Andy Shiels, Founder of SiLo two years after we shared his original episode. Listen in as he shares how running a 'boring' business can lead to ongoing success and how he would encourage others to focus on the fundamentals.
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This week we hear an update from Brad Forester who first shared his story with us in 2022. In this update he shares what he has learned as a leader and entrepreneur over the last 2 years including his most difficult challenge yet - leaving the country (and his business) for over a month.
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This week we hear an update from Charlie Saffro on the time warp that the last 2 years have been in the supply chain talent industry. Charlie opens up about one of the biggest challenges she has faced yet...burnout. Listen in as she shares what she's learned about business and herself.
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Two and half years have passed since Kara Smith Brown first shared her Founder journey. This week we get to hear what she has been up to since then and how she has grown as an entrepreneur (and as an author!), including her advice for first-time supply chain founders.
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This week on The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we hear from Michael Malakhov, Founder of Carpool Logistics on what he has learned about his business and himself since airing his original story in 2022. Listen in as he discusses the importance of having the right team and how constantly reaching for new milestones is essential to driving progress.
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This week on The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we hear Tristan Bordallo's backstory on how he started iamFr8 and Freightopia; two companies making it happen in transportation. Listen in to his personal journey of why he does it and how he shows up with good vibes wherever he goes.
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This week on The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we explore the background of Manifest: The Future of Supply chain with Courtney Muller who was there at the beginning. Listen in as we discuss community-building and supply chain entrepreneurship for the fastest-growing industry event.
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This week on the show we hear from Tate Mason, Founder & CEO of Pallet. Tate shares his approach to why building with Legos or software have a lot in common and how not following the instructions can lead to innovation. Listen in as he shares the origin story of his company while offering a masterclass on technology strategy.
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This week we hear the backstory of Ship Smarter LLC with Founder, Cody Branham. From discovering the joys of solving puzzles and building things as a child to overcoming ADHD and buckling down, Cody shares how his personal experiences have shaped him into an entrepreneur that doesn't follow anyone else's mold.
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This week we hear the backstory of HighlanderTek with Founder Dyrc McCleod. From his days as a ski bum to working in finance to making the leap into logistics entrepreneurship, Dyrc has seen a thing or two. Listen in as he shares his personal story and why getting the last few feet of the final mile is essential.
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This week on the show we hear from Benjamin Kowalski, the Founder of Freight 360 and President of Forza Logistics Group. We go deep on peak mental performance, understanding human psychology and the value of having to struggle for success.
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This week on the show we uncover the journey of Joe DiLeo, Founder & CEO of Chariot Logistics. Listen in as he shares how he moved back in with family and worked for 3 straight months before he landed his first customer shipment. Joe shares how bootstrapping has kept them focused on organic growth and retaining key talent by playing the long game.
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This week we hear from Nate Johnson, Founder of GLCS on his journey from trucking to technology and the shift to entrepreneurship. Listen in as he describes his mindset around failure and mistakes and how a simple change in perspective can set you up for long-term success.
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This week we hear the backstory of how Tim Judge built a supply chain consulting firm powerhouse with just $2,500 to start. Listen in as he describes how he balances leadership, values and relationships while staying true to his humble bootstrapped beginnings.
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This week on the show we hear from Curtis Garrett, Founder of Rate Hero and Understand LTL. Listen in as he shares how the best bet he ever made was on himself and that when it's time to take the leap into entrepreneurship, you'll just know.
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This week we hear from Jennie Malafarina, Founder of Virago Marketing. Listen in to her backstory of how very humble beginnings and personal adversity prepared her for the challenges of supply chain entrepreneurship.
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This week on The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we hear from Dan Lindsey, Founder of Linkage Logistics and The Broker Carrier Summit. Listen in on how history has proven time and time again that in person relationships will always be necessary. Hear his approach to positive accountability and how capitalizing on failure can make all the difference.
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This week on The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we hear from Spencer Tenney of The Tenney Group. Spencer opens up about being a second-generation business owner, what it takes to be successful in the logistics M&A space and how a chicken sandwich led to an unexpected hit in the music industry.
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This week on the Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics we hear from Thilo Huellmann, co-Founder of Levity. Thilo shares how lifelong curiosity and a thirst for new knowledge and experiences have shaped his approach to life and business. Listen in for insights on how AI is changing logistics communication for the better.
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This week we hear from Jacky Zhao and Anthony Chen on the backstory behind FreightStack and how a near-death moment inspired them to take the leap. Listen in on what it's like working with your best friend, how to blend generalists and specialists and avoiding shiny object syndrome.
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