The Sleep For Side Hustlers Podcast Riley Jarvis

Christopher Tarantino is an entrepreneur, international speaker, and thriving investor. He is the Founder and CEO of Epicenter Innovation, an award-winning professional services firm that focuses on emergency and disaster management. Using his unique leadership approach, he applies his expertise in crisis response to situations involving FEMA and the Colorado and NYS Divisions of Homeland Security. His consulting work has extended to companies like Google and Cisco. He is also a leader in the Entrepreneurs' Organization and the Young Entrepreneur Council.
In this episode… Disasters and problems are an unfortunate reality for entrepreneurs. Whether in your personal life or within your company, major problems are bound to arise. It’s impossible to circumvent these completely, but you can build resilience and form a plan to help deflect adverse effects. 
For Christopher Tarantino, his business is built on helping organizations prepare for disasters of all shapes and sizes. He also knows the hardships and challenges of being an entrepreneur. His view on optimizing his own life as well as growing his business has led to a tremendous amount of success. Now it might even translate into your own.
In this episode of The Sleep For Side Hustlers Podcast, Riley Jarvis joins Christopher Tarantino, the CEO and Founder of Epicenter Innovation, to talk about preparing for disasters and building a business. Chirs shares his insights on the patterns that create success and the value of early innovation. They then go on to topics like maintaining health, the best productivity tools, and maintaining self-awareness.

Randy Johnston is a serial entrepreneur and the Executive Vice President of K2 Enterprises, a consultancy that helps teach and guide companies in the accounting industry to use technology effectively. He is also the CEO and Founder of Network Management Group, which he’s grown over almost 40 years.
Randy spends much of his time as a speaker in the tech industry, helping other entrepreneurs improve their effectiveness and business operations. Recently, he joined RxGenomix as a board member and CISO.
In this episode… Understanding technology can be a challenge for entrepreneurs. Not only is it a crowded space, but it’s difficult to keep up with the changing landscape. Whether you’re a company that offers tech services or simply a business that utilizes CRMs, it’s essential to be knowledgeable. Few know as much as Randy Johnston.
Having worked as an entrepreneur and a programmer, Randy has tackled the subject from both sides. He has worked with companies such as Xero and QuickBooks and his own successful businesses. Along the way, he’s developed an understanding of how to approach technology. So what is his advice for other entrepreneurs?
Riley Jarvis has a rich discussion with Randy Johnston, the Executive Vice President of K2 Enterprises, where they talk about technology and entrepreneurship. They go over Randy’s career and the lessons he learned from working with large brands. They also discuss CRMs and which ones give you the best value. They touch on all of this and much more on this episode of The Sleep For Side Hustlers Podcast.

Grant Difford is a leader among leaders and is the Founder of Waking Giants. The company works with business leaders and helps them develop purposeful strategies to take their brands to the next level. He also works as a Strategic Partner for Ronhill’s New Zealand division and previously sat on the board of trustees for Waitoki School. He has founded several businesses and has served as creative director for companies like Trends Publishing International and Jag Creative LTD. In his free time, Grant represents New Zealand at the Triathlon World Championships.
In this episode… The primary focus of leadership is to guide others through a plan. Although, the reality is much more complex. Many people are in leadership positions because of their people skills or when they start a business. However, leaders have incredible influence that needs direction. If those skills are not developed, business strategies can easily fall short of their goals.
Grant Difford sees those needs in his clients and, after all, leaders are at the heart of every business. His consultancy, Waking Giants, specifically helps business leaders who need something else to reach the next stage of success. He uses his prior experience as a creative director and his time as a consultant to give practical guidance and steps to turn your plans into actionable strategies. Want to know his advice for entrepreneurs?
Riley Jarvis talks with Grant Difford, the Founder of Waking Giants, to go over the interplay between leadership and strategy. They get into what it means to be a leader and why pushing yourself harder may not produce better results. They also discuss Grant’s career and the valuable lessons he’s learned along the way. Find out more by listening to this episode of The Sleep For Side Hustlers Podcast.

Caitlin “Cait” Donovan is a keynote speaker, podcast host, and burnout expert. Her coaching services are specifically dedicated to helping people prevent and recover from burnout. With her expertise, she has helped countless people at her speaking events and corporate workshops. Both her book The Bouncebackability Factor and her show FRIED. The Burnout Podcast also flesh out her advice on resilience and empowerment. Before Cait became a burnout coach, she worked as an acupuncturist for over a decade.
In this episode… Common wisdom given to entrepreneurs is to work harder. There are countless resources and voices echoing the same view that pushing yourself will solve most problems. Some issues may be solved this way, but that extra strain eventually comes at a cost. Burnout is rampant among go-getters and entrepreneurs alike. Many people do their best to live with it, but there is a better way.
At one point, Cait Donovan experienced burnout while following her dreams and doing what she loved. After recovering, she shifted gears and now dedicates herself to helping others avoid her mistakes. Her coaching is designed to get entrepreneurs back on track and develop healthier habits. She shares her process through a book, her podcast, and now with you.
Riley Jarvis has a compelling conversation with Cait Donovan. Cait talks about burnout and how to recover from it properly. They discuss her career and burnout and how her experience led to helping others. They then move on to the techniques, principles, and ideas she uses when working with her clients. They also briefly touch on how she’s adapted some standard wellness advice in unique ways. Hear it all on this episode of The Sleep For Side Hustlers Podcast.

Brent Lessard is a business development expert and is the Director of Venture Development Institute. The company helps up-and-coming entrepreneurs by offering mentorship and capital resources. He is also well-known for founding rLoop, which also funds innovative research projects. In the past, he helped research high-speed transportation and new organizational structures. Brent also continues to work as the Director of the Richmond West Corporation and sits on the Board of Directors for the Durham College Alumni Association.
In this episode… The idea behind any business is to solve a problem that exists in the world. Whether it’s adding another option to existing products or tackling a new issue, there is always an element of novelty behind entrepreneurship. What matters most is how your company is unique. For Brent Lessard, his entire career is built on innovation.
Brent works directly with entrepreneurs to see them succeed. He also founded rLoop, which contributes to cutting-edge research. As an entrepreneur and a participant in much of the company’s research, he knows the struggle firsthand. So how do you make the most of your entrepreneurship? 
On this episode of The Sleep For Side Hustlers Podcast, Riley Jarvis sits down with Brent Lessard, the Director of Programs and Operations at Venture Development Institute, to talk about the lessons he learned from being an entrepreneur and participating in research. Together, they go through Brent’s career and what inspires him to be an entrepreneur. They also talk about the work he did with Elon Musk’s Hyperloop program, solving complex problems, and the value of proper sleep.

Kerry George is an experienced networker and the CEO of CIBN Connect, a business that puts together and executes live and online networking and training events. She has personally attended over 5,000 networking meetings across Canada and has been a keynote speaker for hundreds of events. 
In December of 2011, Kerry took over the leadership of the Calgary Business Network, and it has grown dramatically ever since. She is a frequent keynote speaker and has synthesized many of her ideas into her Excalibur MasterMind Series. In addition to her networking career, she has also spent time in email marketing and as a business mentor.
In this episode… Many people view networking as a necessary and challenging part of doing business. So much of networking can feel stiff, rehearsed, or simply ineffective. Unless your personality and social skills are suited for the task, it can feel like an uphill battle. Networking doesn’t have to be that way, and with the pandemic shifting the focus to online interactions, it’s easier than ever.
For Kerry George, networking is an art form. She has built her career off of networking and helps others to do the same. Her approach is designed for people to build connections organically in conducive environments. She condenses her experience into understandable points and now offers some of them to you.
In this episode of The Sleep For Side Hustlers Podcast, Riley Jarvis talks about networking with Kerry George, the CEO of CIBN Connect. Together, the two go through the misconceptions and the changes that need to be made in the networking landscape. They talk about CIBN Connect’s model and how it is based on Kerry’s experience. Lastly, they touch on her personal tips and book recommendations for people looking to improve their networking skills.