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Bob Smith walks us through the world of financial consulting. Not just bean counters for hire, the folks at Bridgepoint have grown into trusted partners for their clients. Hear how government regulation, especially of the byzantine nature, can actually be your competitive advantage should you adopt the right strategy.

Step inside the chalk-filled world of a South Lamar Crossfit. In this episode, owner Dave Appell takes you through the ins and outs of running a Crossfit gym (or "box" in their parlance). But it's not all barbells - if you're interested in growing a community and culture with your customers, listen for Dave's tips on how he does that. Even if you don't AMRAP or butterfly pull-up, this episode is for you.

Brad Kriser shares his journey from the corporate world to the pet food business. Learn about Brad's start with just one store in the Chicago area to an almost nation-wide presence now. Listen as to how Brad discovered pet food was a better product than pet services, his original business model, and why his stores stand out from the competition. If you want insights in the pet food world or just retail in general, this episode is worth a listen