19 episodes

It starts with the famous last words: "I've got an idea. I can do this better. It can't be that hard to start a business, right?" How I Built My Business is an interview podcast for entrepreneurs to share their stories of success, but also lessons learned. Whether you're an established business owner, an aspirational entrepreneur, or just a business nerd, this podcast has something for you. Simply put, this is a support group for those of us who can't help but start businesses. This podcast should be entertaining (hopefully), informative (probably) and free to listen to (definitely).

How I Built My Business with Dave Carlsen Dave Carlsen

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 35 Ratings

It starts with the famous last words: "I've got an idea. I can do this better. It can't be that hard to start a business, right?" How I Built My Business is an interview podcast for entrepreneurs to share their stories of success, but also lessons learned. Whether you're an established business owner, an aspirational entrepreneur, or just a business nerd, this podcast has something for you. Simply put, this is a support group for those of us who can't help but start businesses. This podcast should be entertaining (hopefully), informative (probably) and free to listen to (definitely).

    Chris Peacock of Aquaoso

    Chris Peacock of Aquaoso

    The How I Built My Business Podcast is excited to host Chris Peacock, Founder & CEO of Aquaoso. Aquaoso is a water risk analytics company that helps organizations understand water resources. Chris gives too much great advice to summarize in a few sentences so you’ll just have to listen to the episode. Chris talks about his NAR policy and pivoting from their original business model. Dave talks about the only team that could be tougher to root for than the Sacramento Kings.

    This podcast is brought to you by Carlsen O’Connell Commercial Real Estate. They help companies find office space to rent and commercial buildings to buy.  Need help with commercial real estate? Go to www.CarlsenOConnell.com for more information.

    • 38 min
    Eli Weiner of BoaVida Group

    Eli Weiner of BoaVida Group

    Eli built a mobile home park empire by offering his tenants BoaVida or “the Good Life”. He co-founded his first company at age 22 and has been a relentless entrepreneur ever since. Eli talks about how to get accidentally promoted to night shift manager at a local diner before turning an “unsellable” home into your first opportunity. Eli’s enthusiasm for his industry and company culture shines through the interview. If you’re looking for a jolt of inspiration, this is the episode for you.

    This podcast is brought to you by Carlsen O’Connell Commercial Real Estate. They help companies find office space to rent and commercial buildings to buy.  Need help with commercial real estate? Go to www.CarlsenOConnell.com for more information.

    • 35 min
    Matt Gougé of Matt the Mortgage Guy

    Matt Gougé of Matt the Mortgage Guy

    This week’s episode of How I Built My Business features Matt Gouge, affectionately known as Matt the Mortgage. Matt provides some great advice on scaling a team and building an impressive YouTube channel. Matt’s enthusiasm and entrepreneurial energy is so contagious, Dave seriously considers becoming a mortgage broker himself. Unfortunately, ‘Dave the Mortgage Guy‘ doesn’t quite have the same ring to it.

    This podcast is brought to you by Carlsen O’Connell Commercial Real Estate. They help companies find office space to rent and commercial buildings to buy.  Need help with commercial real estate? Go to www.CarlsenOConnell.com for more information.

    • 45 min
    Julia Marin of J. Elm Business Solutions

    Julia Marin of J. Elm Business Solutions

    The How I Built My Business Podcast presents an interview with Julia Marin, Owner & CEO of J. Elm Business Solutions. Julia found her niche as an outsourced staff solution and event planner for professional associations. Julia genuinely cares for her employees/industry and used her shout-out at the end to benefit everyone in her space. She also wants to make it clear to her family what she does for a living and hold her father accountable to take her to a Niners game. Let’s hope this helps.  
    This podcast is brought to you by Carlsen O’Connell Commercial Real Estate. They help companies find office space to rent and commercial buildings to buy.  Need help with commercial real estate? Go to www.CarlsenOConnell.com for more information.

    • 33 min
    John Vuong of Local SEO Search

    John Vuong of Local SEO Search

    This week, the How I Built My Business Podcast welcome, John Vuong, owner of Local SEO Search. John’s enthusiasm for helping small business owners get found online is truly infectious. He talks about his journey from selling ads to filling a need as a trusted consultant for companies all over North America. John is a Toronto Raptors fan which we agree is more advantageous than rooting for the Sacramento Kings.

    This podcast is brought to you by Carlsen O’Connell Commercial Real Estate. They help companies find office space to rent and commercial buildings to buy.  Need help with commercial real estate? Go to www.CarlsenOConnell.com for more information.

    • 37 min
    Jonathan Kaufman of Third Plateau

    Jonathan Kaufman of Third Plateau

    This week’s How I Built My Business features Jonathan Kaufman, Co-Founder of Third Plateau. Jonathan’s firm specializes in helping non-profits and organizations grow to accomplish greater good globally. Jonathan talks about being selective in his ideal client but helpful to anyone who reaches out. Jonathan is a legitimate long-time Sacramento Kings fan which is amazing because he and Dave are 2 of 78 real Kings fans left in the wild. Jonathan and Dave talk about forced musical education for children, but also an affinity for Lizzo.
    This podcast is brought to you by Carlsen O’Connell Commercial Real Estate. They help companies find office space to rent and commercial buildings to buy.  Need help with commercial real estate? Go to www.CarlsenOConnell.com for more information.

    • 41 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
35 Ratings

35 Ratings

raeraez93 ,

Awesome and Entertaining Podcast!

I recently started listening to this podcast and I’m obsessed. It’s very cool to hear about how successful business men and women got started and it’s inspiring. The podcast has light and fun topics as well. Great for the drive to work!

Shan_dee21 ,

Episode 4 is gold !!!

In this episode dave interviews an entrepreneur emily of 77 cosmetics and she discusses the internal schematics of what it takes to start a makeup business. The most powerful takeaways i took from this 30 minute podcast was that you can be a sociology major and become a CEO of a company one day. Network and experience is key to being successful. Dont focus on fear of failing at a business but focus on being successful. It is important to have a hype crew of people who act as your support system to keep you going through the highs and lows of business. Dont allow your personal feelings to interfere with your business dealings. Be direct about what you want.

janmardillon ,

Great podcast!

Great podcast! I appreciate hearing the ups and downs of building and thriving in business. Always great to hear from a woman business owner on the struggles and successes

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