Show Me Yours

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We’re pulling back the curtain on business leadership and getting into the nitty-gritty. Show Me Yours is the podcast where successful business leaders bare it all and share their biggest oops moments—yes, we’re talking about the worst mistakes they’ve ever made and the hard-earned lessons that followed. Think you’re the only one who’s messed up royally? Guess again. Our guests are getting real, vulnerable, and yes—we're making it fun. Expect a wild ride of honest confessions, a little bit of laughter (ok, a lot), and invaluable insights you’ll want to hang onto.

  1. APR 8

    Why Colorado Springs Businesses Are Being Overlooked (And How to Fix It)

    This week on Show Me Yours, Reanna, Jason, and Dirk get into a conversation every Colorado Springs business owner needs to hear.Dirk Hobbs, publisher of Colorado Media Group, pulls back the curtain on a hard truth. Colorado Springs is not lacking opportunity. It is lacking storytelling.From the outside, the region is seen as underwhelming. A military town. A nice mountain backdrop. That is it. Meanwhile, right under our noses, there are thriving industries like aerospace, defense, cyber, advanced manufacturing, and a rapidly growing population that is about to outpace Denver. The problem is not the business ecosystem. The problem is how we talk about it.Dirk shares how he built a media company focused on depth over noise, why most business coverage misses what actually matters, and how small business owners can position themselves in a way that attracts real opportunity instead of just attention.This episode is a wake-up call.If you are a business owner in Colorado Springs and you are not telling your story well, you are leaving growth on the table.--- 3 Key Moments That Matter1. Colorado Springs Has a Marketing Problem, Not a Business ProblemDirk breaks down how the region is perceived nationally and why that perception is completely disconnected from reality. The opportunity is massive, but if we do not tell that story with clarity and depth, it gets overlooked.2. Why Most “Business News” Is Useless to Business OwnersSurface-level stories do not move the needle. Dirk explains why he built his publications to focus on real insights, real impact, and information that actually helps business owners make decisions. Not fluff. Not headlines. Real value.3. Small Businesses Need to Think Bigger Than Their Zip CodeOne of the most powerful shifts Dirk highlights is thinking regionally, not just locally. Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Douglas County, and surrounding areas are interconnected. When you understand that ecosystem, your opportunities expand fast.--- Learn MoreWant to learn more about Colorado Media Group?https://coloradomediagroup.com

    1h 27m

  2. MAR 25

    When “Showing Up” Is the Strategy (Even When It Sucks)

    What happens when two serial entrepreneurs pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build multiple businesses at once?In this episode of Show Me Yours, we sit down with Andrew Hazzlee and Marcus Alvarado—founders, marketers, podcast builders, and the brains behind Booth Bingo—to unpack the messy middle of entrepreneurship.We’re talking:Building businesses that actually solve problems (like turning boring vendor events into lead-generating machines)The long, unsexy grind of growing a podcast (300+ episodes, years of little traction, and no shortcuts)Why consistency beats “genius ideas” every timeAnd the hard truth: even successful entrepreneurs regularly question if they should just go get a jobBut the real gold? Their failures.From public event flops and financial hits… to 400+ job applications with no offers… to betting big on ideas that barely break even—this episode is a masterclass in what it costs to stay in the game.Big takeaways for small business owners:💡 If your marketing isn’t driving results, it’s not “branding”—it’s broken🎯 The best ideas come from solving real, painful problems (not chasing trends)🔁 Consistency and iteration will outperform talent 10 out of 10 times💥 Public failure isn’t the end—it’s often the turning point🧠 The “wisdom phase” only comes after you push through the hard stuffAnd maybe the most important reminder:Every successful business owner you admire? They’ve had moments where they wanted to quit.They just didn’t.Go check out their work:https://boothbingo.com/https://coloradobusinesspodcast.com/

    58 min

  3. MAR 11

    A Marketing Fail, COVID Shutdowns, and Four Stores Later: Two Sisters Build a Retail Empire

    In this episode, Reanna Werner and Jason Sheffield sit down virtually with sisters Alison and Ariel Johnston, the duo behind Everything Colorado. What started as a single shop in Summit County has grown into four thriving retail stores, all focused on celebrating Colorado through locally inspired products and designs. They share the wild origin story of their family’s snow-themed business, the lessons they learned from early retail mistakes, and how leaning on mentors, community, and each other helped them grow from first-time entrepreneurs into confident leaders.In this episode 👇 🏔️ The Johnston sisters’ journey from a family snow business to four Colorado retail shops 🛍️ How they create their own products and partner with local artists 📈 The moment tourism exploded after COVID and changed their business overnight 📚 Business lessons from books, mentors, and asking for help 💡 A marketing fail involving a mud-covered bus ad 👯‍♀️ The power of building a business with someone who shares your vision 🎯 Overcoming imposter syndrome and growing into leadership Connect with Everything Colorado 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingcoloradoco/ 🌐 Website: https://everythingcoloradoco.com/ If you're headed to the mountains, check out their shops in Dillon, Silverthorne, Frisco, and Copper Mountain and bring home a piece of Colorado. 🏔️🧢

    59 min

  4. FEB 25

    Fires, Fight, and the 23rd Space: How Yobel & Look Up Gallery Built a Community-Fueled Comeback

    Season 2 kicks off with Reanna and Jason reintroducing The Bucket (aka the third co-host) and welcoming Clay & Emily Ross, the powerhouse duo behind Yobel and the Look Up Gallery. Over bourbon and real talk, they unpack what it actually takes to survive as a small business: a pandemic shutdown, a devastating fire that wiped out everything, skyrocketing rent, and a relentless search for the “right” space (spoiler: it was space #23).But this episode isn’t just a comeback story, it’s also a mission story. Clay shares the hard math behind the “starving artist” reality and how it inspired Primer, a nonprofit that subsidizes studio rent so artists can keep creating without drowning.If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe it’s over,” this episode is your sign: community shows up, if you let them.What you’ll hear in this episode:In this episode 👇🔥 The 2023 fire that wiped out everything and the comeback plan🏙️ Why they toured 23 spaces before finding “the one”🎨 The truth about the “starving artist” math (even after a big sale)💛 Primer’s mission: rent subsidies to support studio artists🍸 Why modern retail needs experiences, not just transactions🤝 Community as the secret weapon for surviving small business chaosSupport + Visit ✅💛 Support Primer: primer.art👕 Shop Yobel at 517 S Cascade Ave, Suite E (alley-side), Colorado Springs📷 Check out Yobel instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shopyobel/ & The Look Up Gallery - https://www.instagram.com/thelookupgallery/🎉 Best night to go: First Fridays (5–9pm)“Get your asses down, grab a drink, and meet our friends.” 🍻😄

    56 min

  5. 10/01/2025

    From Cool Boss to Real Leader: Lessons from Kaaum’s Explosive Growth

    We’re back from hiatus and celebrating a milestone episode—our first time recording under our new name Savvion! And what better way to mark the occasion than with longtime client, leader, and unapologetic powerhouse Rebecca Moore, co-founder of Kaaum Enterprises. Rebecca has grown her business from 20 employees to well over 120 while navigating the messy, human side of entrepreneurship.This conversation gets real fast—mistakes, fears, million-dollar lessons—and Rebecca brings her signature mix of honesty, grit, and humor to every story.3 Key Moments Small Business Owners Can’t Miss:The $80,000 Meth House Mistake (25:00)Yes, you read that right. Rebecca shares the wildest (and most expensive) mistake her business has ever faced—how a client turned a leased house into a meth lab, and the ripple effect it had. It’s a masterclass in risk management, oversight, and why “boring” details like insurance really matter for small business owners.Leadership Fears & Growing Into the Role (47:00)Rebecca opens up about her biggest fear: leading people without ever having managed before. From trying to be the “cool boss” to realizing the importance of boundaries, she delivers raw insight into how leadership maturity is forged through trial, error, and tough lessons.The Courage to Be Disliked (18:00 & 59:00)Rebecca’s personal growth journey—including her MBA and a pivotal book recommendation—sparks a conversation about intuition, resilience, and why sometimes saying the hard thing (even when unpopular) is the most important leadership move you can make.Why This Episode is Gold for Small Business Owners:This isn’t just theory—it’s the messy, unfiltered side of entrepreneurship most leaders don’t talk about. You’ll walk away with practical reminders about protecting your business from costly mistakes, leading through vulnerability, and trusting your instincts even when it’s uncomfortable.Oh, and there’s plenty of laughter—because if you can’t laugh at an $80,000 meth house disaster, what can you laugh at?

    1h 18m

  6. 08/28/2025

    Why Your Fear of Ai is a Business Killer

    Welcome back to another episode of "Show Me Yours," the podcast where we get real and bare it all! This week, we’re joined by Jonathan Liebert, the CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado, who’s unlocking the secrets to merging purpose with profit. He’s spilling the tea on the biggest mistakes he's made and the hard-earned lessons that followed. This is the episode you can't afford to miss. In this candid conversation, you’ll discover: ➡️ The brutal truth about navigating a crisis. Jonathan shares a powerful story about delivering tough news to small business owners during the COVID-19 pandemic and the profound lessons he learned about empathy, brutal honesty, and navigating secondary trauma. 🤖 Why AI is the ultimate gut-check. Jonathan challenges the idea that AI is just another tool. He calls it a "thought accelerator" that acts as a digital mirror, reflecting and amplifying your critical thinking skills—for better or for worse. 🔪 The one thing that could kill your business. Jonathan gives a powerful, no-BS warning to every small business owner who’s afraid of AI. He explains why the biggest danger isn't the technology itself, but "the person who knows AI better than you." This is your wake-up call to get off the sidelines and into the game. Small business owners, don't miss Jonathan's valuable insights into AI adoption and its transformative impact on businesses. As we dissect common fears about AI, Jonathan emphasizes the tool's potential to enhance human efforts rather than replace them.

    1h 17m

  7. 08/13/2025

    From Plan to Purpose: How Finding Your "Why" Changes Everything w/ Brandon Eldridge

    Ready to ditch the business plan for something with a little more soul? This week on Show Me Yours, we're pulling back the curtain and getting into the nitty-gritty with our guest, Brandon Eldridge, the executive director of the Pikes Peak SBDC. We're talking about his biggest mistakes and the hard-earned lessons that followed.In this episode, Brandon gets real, vulnerable, and yes—we're making it fun. Tune in to discover:Your "Why" vs. Your Business Plan: Stop getting bogged down in rigid plans and start tapping into the true purpose that drives your business. Brandon shares the difference between a passion-driven entrepreneur and a business owner, and why your "why" is the only thing that will get you through the tough times.A Wild Ride of Honest Confessions: Think you’re the only one who’s messed up royally? Brandon admits to a major case of burnout during the pandemic, working 14-15 hour days on PPP loans while others were taking time off. He shares his "Fish Philosophy" for getting his groove back. Plus, he reveals a new mental health initiative for entrepreneurs that you won't want to miss.The Power of a Not-So-Secret Weapon: Brandon gets candid about his biggest mistake: trying to do it all himself. He reveals the pivotal moment he realized he couldn’t succeed without a strong team and why asking for help is a superpower, not a weakness.Learn more about the SBDC and the resources available to small business owners athttps://sbdc.colorado.gov/pikespeak

    1h 6m

  8. 07/30/2025

    Beyond the Legal Briefs: An Entrepreneur's Raw Confessions on Growth, Panic, and Pivots

    Ready to hear what really goes down behind the scenes of a successful business? On this episode of "Show Me Yours," we’re getting brutally honest with Adam Weitzel of Business Law Group. This isn't your average "how-to" — Adam's the real deal, having started his first business at EIGHT years old (yes, you read that right!). From spray-painting street addresses to building a commercial landscaping empire, he’s seen it all. But he's also hit rock bottom, bounced back, and is here to spill the beans on the gritty truth of entrepreneurship. Here's what you're really going to dig into: The "Oh My Goodness" Moments Are REAL: Adam gets vulnerable about the terrifying leaps of faith, like ditching a cushy "big law" job to chase his passion, and the stomach-dropping fear of scaling up and seeing those bills skyrocket. If you've ever felt that pit in your stomach, he's been there, done that, and he's here to tell you how he pushed through. Why Your Mindset Matters (More Than You Think): He'll tackle the biggest risks small business owners face, revealing why a true "owner's mindset" is your secret weapon against the constant grind of rent and payroll. This isn't just theory; it's battle-tested wisdom from someone who lives it every single day. Learning from the Latest "Oops": Even seasoned pros mess up! Adam shares a recent marketing "crisis" that cost him sleep and threw his team into a frenzy. Get the inside scoop on how a simple change can unravel everything, and more importantly, the invaluable lessons he (and you!) can learn from it. If you're a small business owner navigating the daily chaos, the big wins, and the inevitable screw-ups, this episode is your golden ticket. It's packed with raw confessions, a healthy dose of laughter, and insights that will make you feel seen, understood, and totally empowered. Because as Adam proves, once that entrepreneurial bug bites, "it's in you and you're going to be back within a year." Don't miss this one! Check out Business Law Group

    48 min
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We’re pulling back the curtain on business leadership and getting into the nitty-gritty. Show Me Yours is the podcast where successful business leaders bare it all and share their biggest oops moments—yes, we’re talking about the worst mistakes they’ve ever made and the hard-earned lessons that followed. Think you’re the only one who’s messed up royally? Guess again. Our guests are getting real, vulnerable, and yes—we're making it fun. Expect a wild ride of honest confessions, a little bit of laughter (ok, a lot), and invaluable insights you’ll want to hang onto.

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  • Creator
    SavvionHQ
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © SavvionHQ
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    Show Me Yours