Give A Sit

Give A Sit

Give a Sit Podcast Welcome to the "Give a Sit" Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of business, life, and ergonomics—all while enjoying the serenity of lake life and the thrill of surfing. Join us as we explore the latest trends, tips, and insights with industry experts and enthusiasts who share a passion for making workspaces healthier and more productive. Whether you're a business owner, an employee, or just someone looking to improve your daily habits, this podcast is for you. Tune in for engaging conversations, practical advice, and a splash of adventure!

  1. Sep 11

    He Built the Business. Then He Chose to Let It Go. | Phil Robinson on Give A Sit Podcast

    Phil Robinson’s story started with something simple: following up.As a self-described nerdy kid, Phil was competing with a friend for a job when his mom encouraged him to make the follow-up call. That small decision helped him land the opportunity and eventually sent him door to door fixing computers in people’s homes.When the owners of the business decided they no longer wanted to continue, Phil was given the chance to take it over. He renamed the company, grew it, and turned what started as a hands-on computer repair business into i.t.NOW.But growth came with lessons that went far beyond technology.Phil shares what it was like bringing his first wife into the business, the strain that working together created in their marriage, and what he would do differently today. He opens up about the importance of boundaries, communication, and making sure a business doesn’t become more important than the relationship behind it.Now remarried, Phil reflects on how those experiences have shaped the way he approaches marriage and family today. He and his wife are building a life together while blending children from previous relationships and intentionally applying the lessons they’ve both learned along the way.Phil also talks about one of the biggest decisions of his career: recently selling the company he spent decades building. With none of his children showing much interest in taking over the business, Phil chose a path that would help create an opportunity for the CEO he had brought in and trusted to lead the company forward.From a kid making a follow-up call to building, growing, and eventually letting go of a business, this conversation is about recognizing opportunities, learning from the hard seasons, and understanding that success can look very different depending on the chapter of life you’re in.

  2. Sep 4

    Building a Life Through Loss, Family & Purpose | Brenda Betteridge on Give A Sit Podcast

    Brenda Betteridge’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, family, and choosing to keep moving forward through some of life’s hardest seasons.In this episode of Give A Sit, Brenda shares her journey with Utah Valley University — from first stepping onto campus years ago to continuing her education, building her career, and growing into the role she holds today. She talks about how UVU became more than just a place to work or go to school, but a place that helped shape the next chapters of her life.Brenda also opens up about becoming a widow at a young age after losing her first husband, raising her children, and later stepping into an even bigger role helping raise her granddaughter. Through every transition, family has remained at the center of her story.More recently, Brenda experienced the devastating loss of her second husband to suicide in July. She shares what that loss has looked like, how she is continuing to process it, and why her involvement with Promise to Live and suicide prevention has become so meaningful.The conversation also touches on something many families avoid talking about until it’s too late: planning for what happens after you’re gone. Brenda shares why having a will and putting your affairs in order isn’t just about finances — it’s one of the ways you can take care of the people you love.This is a conversation about grief, purpose, education, family, preparation, and finding the strength to continue building a meaningful life even when the path looks nothing like you expected.Real. Raw. Relevant. This is Give A Sit with Brenda Betteridge.

  3. Aug 28

    They Wouldn’t Tell Her What He Looked Like…Just That He Was SO Funny - Mike Bringhurst on Give A Sit

    Mike Bringhurst has built a life full of stories, adventure, family, and plenty of humor along the way. In this episode of Give A Sit, Mike shares his journey through a long career in law and real estate, his love of exploring the world, and how that passion eventually led him to help others create unforgettable experiences through Designer Travel. But one of our favorite stories starts with a blind date. Before agreeing to meet Mike, his now-wife asked their mutual friends what he looked like. Instead of answering, they just kept telling her, “You’ll have a good time. He’s funny.” Turns out, they were right. She showed up to that blind date with her three-year-old daughter, and Mike says he became attached to the little girl almost immediately. That little girl is now 30 years old. What started as a blind date became a family and a relationship that has shaped Mike’s life for decades. We talk about marriage, fatherhood, building relationships, traveling the world, changing directions professionally, and why some of the best parts of life are the ones you never could have planned. From attorney to travel advisor, husband to dad, and plenty of laughs in between, Mike’s story is a reminder that you never really know where one introduction, one trip, or one yes might lead. Join us for a conversation about family, adventure, humor, relationships, reinvention, and creating a life full of stories worth telling.

  4. Aug 11

    The Weight of Providing: Family, Fatherhood and the Moments That Shaped Mike Kunzler

    In this episode of Give a Sit, Wes sits down with Mike Kunzler of Orizon Wealth Management for an honest and emotional conversation about family, business, leadership, and the experiences that shaped the man he is today. Mike reflects on growing up in Idaho and watching his family work for everything they had. When his family lost one of their dairy farms, the experience left a lasting impact on him and helped shape the way he views hard work, uncertainty, responsibility, and success. He also opens up about his relationship with his wife and the gratitude he feels for the way she supports him, challenges him, and holds him accountable. Her willingness to push him to become better has played an important role in both his personal life and his journey as a business owner. As the owner of Orizon Wealth Management, Mike is deeply committed to helping his employees grow, improve, and become successful in their own lives. He shares why leadership is not simply about building a company. It is about giving people the tools, support, and opportunities they need to reach their full potential. The conversation also turns to fatherhood as Mike reflects on raising his children, the attention they needed, and the moments when he realized he was not always able to give them as much of himself as he wanted. Those lessons have changed the way he thinks about presence, priorities, and the kind of legacy he hopes to leave behind. This episode truly hits all the feels. Mike allows himself to be vulnerable and becomes emotional throughout the conversation as he shares the highs, losses, regrets, relationships, and lessons that have defined his journey. It is a powerful reminder that success is not only measured by what we build, but by how we care for our families, lead our teams, learn from our mistakes, and help the people around us become better.

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Give a Sit Podcast Welcome to the "Give a Sit" Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of business, life, and ergonomics—all while enjoying the serenity of lake life and the thrill of surfing. Join us as we explore the latest trends, tips, and insights with industry experts and enthusiasts who share a passion for making workspaces healthier and more productive. Whether you're a business owner, an employee, or just someone looking to improve your daily habits, this podcast is for you. Tune in for engaging conversations, practical advice, and a splash of adventure!