Colorado Springs Business Podcast

COS Business Podcast

The Colorado Springs Business Podcast is a community-driven podcast focused on the local business scene in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Hosted by business owners Andrew Hazzlee & Marcus Alvarado, each episode features a different guest sharing insights and advice on topics such as marketing, finance, leadership, and innovation. The podcast is highly regarded for its engaging content, skilled interviewing, and emphasis on building a strong community of business leaders and entrepreneurs.

  1. A News Anchor's 17-Year Secret: The Ugly Truth About Being on TV

    9월 25일

    A News Anchor's 17-Year Secret: The Ugly Truth About Being on TV

    We see them on our screens every morning, delivering the news with perfect composure. But what is the true cost of living a life in the public eye? After nearly two decades as the calm voice in the storm, what happens when the cameras turn off? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, veteran FOX21 News anchor Abbie Burke pulls back the curtain on her 17-year career. She reveals the journey from a reluctant journalism student who was warned of the industry's harsh realities, to becoming a trusted community voice during Colorado Springs' most challenging moments, including the Black Forest Fire and the Planned Parenthood shooting. This episode is a masterclass in resilience as Abbie shares the unseen battle with public criticism, the "ugly truth" about the online hate she receives, and the emotional fortitude required to stay composed when everyone is watching. If you've ever wondered what it's really like to be on TV, this is a conversation you cannot miss. CONNECT WITH ABBIE BURKE: ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbieburke21/ ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbie.burke.5 CONNECT WITH US: ► Website:  https://cosbizpodcast.com/ ► Instagram:  instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast   ► Facebook: facebook.com/cosbusinesspodcast  ✅ SUBSCRIBE TO THE COS BUSINESS PODCAST:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOOJjezhA6fI-3RhohZ6w9A What was your biggest takeaway from Abbie's story? Let us know in the comments below! 👇 🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: HR Branches: https://www.savvionhq.com/ Exceptional Business Advisors: https://excoadvisors.com/ DataHubz: https://www.datahubz.com/ Junk-N-Haul: https://junknhaul.com/ Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/  Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/ Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/ Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/  Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com  Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/  Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/  Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/  Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/  Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/ #AbbieBurke #NewsAnchor #Journalism #MentalHealth #ColoradoSprings #COSBusinessPodcast

    1시간 10분
  2. He Got A $26,000 Bill, So He Built A Company To Destroy The System

    9월 18일

    He Got A $26,000 Bill, So He Built A Company To Destroy The System

    A single anxiety attack shouldn't cost $26,000. For most people, a bill that size is a story of financial ruin. For Travis Bockenstedt, it was a declaration of war. This is the incredible story of how one man transformed his personal trauma with the broken healthcare system into a revolutionary business model that is saving patients money and doctors from burnout. From a poor farming family in a town of 900 people, Travis channeled his anger into innovation, co-founding Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care, one of the fastest-growing Direct Primary Care (DPC) clinics in the country. He's proving that by removing the insurance middleman, you can provide better, more affordable healthcare for everyone. This episode is a masterclass in turning a personal grievance into a powerful purpose-driven enterprise. GUEST INFORMATION: ► Connect with Travis & Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: https://www.pinnacleapc.com/ ► Travis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjbock/ CONNECT WITH US: ► Website:  https://cosbizpodcast.com/ ► Instagram:  instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast   ► Facebook: facebook.com/cosbusinesspodcast  ✅ SUBSCRIBE TO THE COS BUSINESS PODCAST:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOOJjezhA6fI-3RhohZ6w9A 🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: HR Branches: https://www.savvionhq.com/ Exceptional Business Advisors: https://excoadvisors.com/ DataHubz: https://www.datahubz.com/ Junk-N-Haul: https://junknhaul.com/ Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/  Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/ Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/ Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/  Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com  Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/  Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/  Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/  Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/  Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/ #Entrepreneurship #Healthcare #Business #StartupStory #Disruption #DirectPrimaryCare #ColoradoSprings #Motivation #Innovation

    1시간 12분
  3. Why He Turned Down $100,000 For His Facebook Group | Rob Thompson

    9월 11일

    Why He Turned Down $100,000 For His Facebook Group | Rob Thompson

    He was offered $100,000 to sell control of his local Facebook group, The 411 for the 719. He turned it down without a second thought. Rob Thompson, an Air Force veteran, leveraged military strategy to build more than just a community page; he built a digital town square that generates an estimated $7.4 million in local revenue and has become the true pulse of Colorado Springs.In this episode, Rob Thompson reveals the systems-based thinking, the philosophy of "holding space," and the relentless integrity required to manage a digital community of over 108,000 people. From near-disaster when Facebook deleted his group overnight to using the OODA Loop in everyday business, this conversation is a masterclass in building something that truly matters.🔗 LEARN MORE ABOUT ROB & THE 411:Join The 411 for the 719 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1B6mHjQzZM/Visit the Website: https://www.robthompsonrealtor.com/CONNECT WITH US:► Website: https://cosbizpodcast.com/► Instagram: / cos.bizpodcast ► Facebook: / cosbusinesspodcast ✅ SUBSCRIBE TO THE COS BUSINESS PODCAST:https://www.youtube.com/@cosbusinesspodcast⏰ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Why He Turned Down $100,00001:35 - Introduction to Rob Thompson02:30 - From Las Vegas to Joining the Air Force05:55 - The Story of the Thunderbirds09:15 - The Painful Real Estate Experience That Started It All12:51 - What is The OODA Loop? (A Military Strategy for Business)16:44 - How to Use AI to Move Faster Than Your Competitors19:26 - The 411: A $7.4 Million Economic Engine23:00 - The Secret to Moderating Without Bias: "Squishiness"25:24 - The Day Facebook Deleted His Entire Group31:27 - The "642,000 Degrees of Kevin Bacon" Theory33:55 - How The 411 Has Saved Lives36:30 - The Inner Workings of a Massive Facebook Group43:05 - How Businesses Can Use The 411 (The Right Way)48:38 - Building in the Dark & The Power of Having No "End State"56:37 - The Most Important Lesson From Air Force Tech School: PFM59:04 - Is Colorado Springs Optimistic or Pessimistic?01:02:42 - What's Next for The 411?🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:HR Branches: https://www.savvionhq.com/Exceptional Business Advisors: https://excoadvisors.com/DataHubz: https://www.datahubz.com/Junk-N-Haul: https://junknhaul.com/Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/ Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/ Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/ Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/ Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/ Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/#BusinessPodcast #ColoradoSprings #Entrepreneurship #MilitaryStrategy #FacebookGroup #CommunityBuilding #RobThompson #OODALoop

    1시간 14분
  4. A Pastor's Warning To All Men: Your Shame Is Destroying You | Craig Glass

    9월 4일

    A Pastor's Warning To All Men: Your Shame Is Destroying You | Craig Glass

    In one of our most vulnerable conversations yet, Craig Glass, a former Bible smuggler behind the Iron Curtain, sits down to share the raw truth about shame, masculinity, and the generational wounds that are silently destroying men. Craig’s journey began with a childhood accident involving a pitchfork and his younger brother, a secret he buried under a lie for over 30 years. That single moment of shame shaped his life and led him on a mission to help men confront the darkness they hide from the world. Today, he reveals how to break free from the patterns of fear, anger, and isolation that are passed down from father to son. This isn't just a conversation; it's an intervention for any man who has ever asked himself, "Do I have what it takes?" Find out more about Craig Glass's work:➡️ The Godly Man Project (Free Booklet): https://www.godlymanproject.org/➡️ Peregrine Ministries: https://peregrineministries.org/➡️ Craig's Book, "Noble Journey": https://www.amazon.com/Noble-Journey-Craig-M-Glass/dp/1976567955 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - The Pitchfork Incident: A 30-Year-Old Secret00:54 - Smuggling Bibles Behind The Iron Curtain08:41 - The Difference Between Guilt & Shame18:35 - The Meaning Behind Peregrine Ministries26:03 - Do Generational Curses Actually Exist?30:30 - The Crisis of Modern Masculinity38:40 - Lessons from the Rwandan Genocide Survivors44:38 - A Story of Suicide, Despair, and a Second Chance53:17 - The 4 Pillars of a Godly Man (Compassion, Confidence, Conviction, Courage)56:40 - How To Break The Cycle Listen to the full COS Business Podcast episode: ► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jSQ8OQSi0rprCcxTGx0KB?si=hpkxA-nkQOWSs6uBf7dYbg&nd=1&dlsi=6a5996bc19e449b4 ► Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/colorado-springs-business-podcast/id1492740546 CONNECT WITH US: ► Website: https://cosbizpodcast.com/ ► Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast/ ► Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/COSBusinessPodcast 🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Junk-N-Haul: https://junknhaul.com/ Pioneer Rodeo: https://www.pioneerrodeo.com/  Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/  Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/ Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/ Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/  Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com  Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/  Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/  Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/  Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/  Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/ #Masculinity #MentalHealth #Christianity #Podcast #SelfImprovement #Leadership

    1시간 5분
  5. From 70 Sales To 1 Million Views: A Viral Author’s Brutal Mindset

    8월 28일

    From 70 Sales To 1 Million Views: A Viral Author’s Brutal Mindset

    Erik Fox was a debut author with just 70 sales to his name. Then, one TikTok video exploded to over a million views, turning his psychological thriller Monarch into a viral bestseller overnight. But behind the "overnight success" is a raw story of a failed first project, getting sober, and developing a brutal mindset that refuses to accept excuses.In this episode, Erik Fox reveals the unfiltered truth about his journey. He shares the simple writing habit that allows him to finish books in months, not years, and breaks down the exact moment he realized his fiction had bizarrely predicted a real-life corporate scandal. This conversation is a masterclass in creativity, discipline, and the high personal cost of chasing a dream.📚 Support Erik & Buy His Books:➡️ Monarch: https://www.amazon.com/Monarch-Erik-Fox/dp/B0D63B523P➡️ Gimbels: https://www.amazon.com/Gimbals-Monarch-Erik-Fox/dp/B0FFHCFLD3📲 Follow Erik:➡️ TikTok: @erikfoxwrites➡️ Instagram: @erikfoxwritesIN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:📈 The strategy behind the single TikTok video that generated thousands of sales.🧠 The "First 2 Pages" rule: A simple mindset trick to overcome writer's block forever.🤯 The shocking story of how his unpublished book predicted a real-world event.🍻 How getting sober with his wife completely transformed their relationship and his creativity.💡 Why learning from a "bad book" was the most important step to becoming a successful author.🔥 The power of accountability and why you have to stop buying your own excuses.CHAPTERS:00:00 - The High Cost of a New Relationship00:50 - The Genesis of "Gimbels"06:16 - Deconstructing the Mind of a Fictional Serial Killer10:28 - The Day My Fiction Bizarrely Came True11:24 - How 3,000 Non-Fiction Books Shaped My Writing24:37 - Are You a Red, Blue, Green, or Yellow Personality?28:27 - The "Terrible Feedback" That Taught Me Everything38:28 - Meeting My Wife (& The Friendship It Cost Me)41:06 - Tearing It All Down: Our Journey to Sobriety50:23 - The Unstoppable Mindset of a Prolific Writer59:18 - From 70 Sales to a 1 Million View TikTok01:03:30 - Why I Quit Smoking Weed & Escaping Reality01:14:00 - The Cliffhanger: A Wild Real-Life StoryListen to the full COS Business Podcast episode:► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jSQ8OQSi0rprCcxTGx0KB?si=hpkxA-nkQOWSs6uBf7dYbg&nd=1&dlsi=6a5996bc19e449b4► Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/colorado-springs-business-podcast/id1492740546CONNECT WITH US:► Website: https://cosbizpodcast.com/► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/COSBusinessPodcast🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Junk-N-Haul: https://junknhaul.com/EnviroLawn: https://www.envirolawn.net/Pioneer Rodeo: https://www.pioneerrodeo.com/ Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/ Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/ProLift Garage Doors: Lifting Your Expectations. https://www.proliftdoors.com/Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/ Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com Epoch Eyewear: Timeless Quality, Modern Edge. https://epocheyewear.com/ HomeDay : https://gethomeday.com/ Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/ Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Cars Helping Charities: https://carshelpingcharities.org/ Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/ Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/ Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/#Author #WritingAdvice #TikTokMarketing #BookTube #ErikFox

    1시간 18분
  6. Former Fire Chief: My Violent Childhood Forced Me To Quit & Reinvent Myself

    8월 21일

    Former Fire Chief: My Violent Childhood Forced Me To Quit & Reinvent Myself

    Robert Kittridge spent 30 years as a fire chief, running toward disaster and saving lives. But beneath the uniform was a man running from a deeply violent past, a trauma that secretly fueled his entire career as a rescuer. When the weight of conformity became too much, he embarked on a radical journey that forced him to burn his old life to the ground.In this conversation, former Fire Chief Robert Kittridge reveals how a breakdown led to a profound breakthrough. He shares the story of leaving a prestigious leadership organization, giving away all his suits, and diving headfirst into the world of Human Design and plant medicine to rediscover his true self. This is a story for anyone who feels trapped in a role they were conditioned to play and is searching for the courage to find true authenticity.** timestamps/chapters **00:00 - The Hook: A Violent Childhood01:25 - From Mechanic to 30 Years as a Fire Chief07:24 - The Emotional Toll of Being a First Responder10:18 - How Childhood Trauma Shapes Your Career15:19 - Why I Left The John Maxwell Leadership Team19:24 - The Turning Point: Discovering Human Design & Plant Medicine25:13 - What Is Human Design? (Generator vs. Projector Explained)34:28 - De-Conditioning: Breaking Free From The Person You Were Told To Be48:35 - How I Helped A Sheriff's Office Transform Their Leadership51:16 - Breaking The "Man Box": Unlearning Masculine Trauma59:45 - The Link Between Your Business and Your Inner Work1:08:16 - A Message to My Younger SelfConnect with Robert Kittridge:Website: focuspointsolution.comEmail: info@focuspointsolution.comListen to the full COS Business Podcast episode:► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jSQ8OQSi0rprCcxTGx0KB?si=hpkxA-nkQOWSs6uBf7dYbg&nd=1&dlsi=6a5996bc19e449b4► Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/colorado-springs-business-podcast/id1492740546CONNECT WITH US:► Website: https://cosbizpodcast.com/► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/COSBusinessPodcast🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Junk-N-Haul: https://junknhaul.com/EnviroLawn: https://www.envirolawn.net/Pioneer Rodeo: https://www.pioneerrodeo.com/ Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/ Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/ProLift Garage Doors: Lifting Your Expectations. https://www.proliftdoors.com/Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/ Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com Epoch Eyewear: Timeless Quality, Modern Edge. https://epocheyewear.com/ HomeDay : https://gethomeday.com/ Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/ Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Cars Helping Charities: https://carshelpingcharities.org/ Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/ Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/ Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/#Leadership #Podcast #HumanDesign #TraumaRecovery #FirstResponders #Authenticity #ReinventYourself #CEO

    1시간 18분
  7. AI 'Vibe Coding': A Senior Developer Explains The Hype vs. Reality | David William Silva

    8월 14일

    AI 'Vibe Coding': A Senior Developer Explains The Hype vs. Reality | David William Silva

    Is the current AI hype just a repeat of the 1999 dot-com bubble? A veteran software developer of 27 years, David William Silva, reveals the shocking parallels between past tech booms and today's AI revolution, and shares a critical warning about how passive AI use could be damaging our cognitive abilities.In this episode of the COS Business Podcast, we sit down with David William Silva, a developer who started his first company during the dot-com era, built games before it was a trend, and now runs the data company Data Hubs. He provides a masterclass on the history of technology, the promise and peril of Artificial Intelligence, and the philosophical frameworks we need to thrive in this new age.Whether you're a coder, an entrepreneur, or just curious about the future, this conversation will change the way you think about AI.➡️ Timestamps / In This Episode, We Discuss:00:00 - The Dangers of AI on The Human Brain04:12 - Starting a Tech Company in 1998 with Zero Money06:27 - Is The AI Hype The Same as The Dot-Com Bubble?11:53 - Lessons Learned from 3 Different Tech Revolutions22:12 - The Problem with AI Hallucinations & Why First Principles Matter33:47 - What is "Vibe Coding"? The Hype vs. The Reality39:21 - The #1 Mistake People Make When Using AI51:55 - How to Brainstorm with AI Using Plato's Philosophical Method55:37 - The Study Showing AI "Decreases Cognitive Areas" in The Brain01:00:32 - The Story of Data Hubs & Exponential ImpactConnect with David Silva:• Substack: https://davidwsilva.substack.com/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwilliamsilva/Listen to the full COS Business Podcast episode:► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jSQ8OQSi0rprCcxTGx0KB?si=hpkxA-nkQOWSs6uBf7dYbg&nd=1&dlsi=6a5996bc19e449b4► Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/colorado-springs-business-podcast/id1492740546CONNECT WITH US:► Website: https://cosbizpodcast.com/► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast/► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/COSBusinessPodcast🤝 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:Junk-N-Haul: https://junknhaul.com/EnviroLawn: https://www.envirolawn.net/Pioneer Rodeo: https://www.pioneerrodeo.com/ Proud American Electrical and Solar: https://proudamericansolar.com/ Bolton Co: For Purpose-Driven Executives. https://www.boltonco.net/ProLift Garage Doors: Lifting Your Expectations. https://www.proliftdoors.com/Be Our Guest Getaways: Making Magical Memories. https://beourguestgetaways.com/Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/ Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com Epoch Eyewear: Timeless Quality, Modern Edge. https://epocheyewear.com/ HomeDay : https://gethomeday.com/ Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/ Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Cars Helping Charities: https://carshelpingcharities.org/ Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/ Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/ Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/

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The Colorado Springs Business Podcast is a community-driven podcast focused on the local business scene in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Hosted by business owners Andrew Hazzlee & Marcus Alvarado, each episode features a different guest sharing insights and advice on topics such as marketing, finance, leadership, and innovation. The podcast is highly regarded for its engaging content, skilled interviewing, and emphasis on building a strong community of business leaders and entrepreneurs.

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