The BizDad Podcast

Nate Wagner: Leading Without Losing Yourself | Ep. 138

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Nate Wagner from Actuator Leadership Group shares lessons from decades in pastoral leadership and counseling. Drawing on experience in ministry and leadership coaching, Nate explains how fathers and entrepreneurs can build resilience, set healthy boundaries, and avoid burnout while leading teams and families. Nate highlights faith, leadership responsibility, and personal growth. Listen now on all major platforms!Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam  Meet the guest: Nate Wagner, MA LPC, is the president of Actuator Leadership Group, a counseling, coaching, and consulting organization supporting missional leaders navigating the pressures of leadership. After twenty seven years in pastoral ministry and more than a decade coaching leaders internationally, Nate now focuses on resilience, leadership development, and sustainable impact for ministry and marketplace leaders.  📌 Connect with the guest:  👉 Website 👉 LinkedIn  What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (07:07) Early life (14:12) Breaking cycles (27:00) Church leadership (35:21) Leadership resilience (45:00) Family priorities (01:03:02) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast):   / thebizdad    👉Facebook (Adam La Barr):   / adam.antium.92    👉Instagram:   / adamlabarr   👉Linkedin:   / adam-la-barr     📩 For Business Inquiries:  adam@ralcapitalgroup.com 

Chris Michaels: The Discipline Behind Self-Storage Wealth | Ep. 137

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Chris Michaels, founder of Storage Rebellion, shares how faith, fatherhood, and self-storage investing shaped his journey from financial pressure to business ownership. Based in Rochester, New York, Chris explains how overcoming debt, trusting God, and prioritizing family helped him build freedom without sacrificing integrity. Discover practical lessons for entrepreneurial dads seeking purpose driven success. Listen now on all major platforms!Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam  Meet the guest: Chris Michaels is the founder of Storage Rebellion, a values driven community helping entrepreneurs build wealth through self storage investing while prioritizing faith and family. Based in Rochester, New York, Chris transitioned from financial struggle to ownership by combining strong leadership, disciplined thinking, and trust in God. His mission centers on freedom without sacrificing integrity.What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (17:24) Debt and storage pivot (19:13) First deal strategy (25:03) Growth through discomfort (34:48) Marriage during risk (45:27) Leading with vision (01:13:20) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast):   / thebizdad    👉Facebook (Adam La Barr):   / adam.antium.92    👉Instagram:   / adamlabarr   👉Linkedin:   / adam-la-barr     📩 For Business Inquiries:  adam@ralcapitalgroup.com 

Jay London: Time Beats Paychecks | Ep. 136

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Jay London, a commercial developer and custom homebuilder, shares lessons from growing up on a farm, going broke twice, and rebuilding through real estate. He explains why diversifying income matters, why chores build character, and why time with kids beats chasing paychecks. Learn how to pursue wealth without losing your family. Listen now on all major platforms!Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam  Meet the guest: Jay London is a commercial developer, self-storage owner, custom homebuilder, and licensed real estate broker in the Oklahoma City metro area. After starting law enforcement, Jay built a long career in residential and commercial development, including multifamily, industrial, and self-storage projects. His work emphasizes disciplined execution, long term assets, and family leadership.📌 Connect with the guest:  👉 LinkedIn         What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (09:21) Market mindset (10:11) Build to hold (14:47) Trade careers (32:28) Responsibility lessons (39:09) Time over money (01:04:15) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast):   / thebizdad    👉Facebook (Adam La Barr):   / adam.antium.92    👉Instagram:   / adamlabarr   👉Linkedin:   / adam-la-barr     📩 For Business Inquiries:  adam@ralcapitalgroup.com 

Aaron West: The Hidden Cost of Protecting Your Kids | Ep. 135

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Aaron West, founder of The West Experience Real Estate Group in California’s Central Valley, shares lessons on leadership, marriage, fatherhood, and business growth. He explains how communication, self-awareness, and intentional goal setting shaped his success as a husband, dad, and entrepreneur. Aaron also discusses limiting beliefs, resilience, and philanthropy as keys to lasting impact. Listen now on all major platforms.Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam  Meet the guest: Aaron West is the founder and team leader of The West Experience Real Estate Group in California’s Central Valley. With nearly 20 years of experience, he specializes in leadership development, delegation systems, and intentional goal setting that support success in business and family life. Aaron is passionate about helping entrepreneurs grow while staying present at home.📌 Connect with the guest:  👉 Website 👉 Facebook 👉 Instagram 👉 LinkedIn 👉 E-mail: aaron.thewestexperience.com        What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (03:01) Marriage intention (17:49) Communication feedback (22:19) Parenting shift (33:41) Let them fail (38:08) Modern parenting fears (01:25:03) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast):   / thebizdad    👉Facebook (Adam La Barr):   / adam.antium.92    👉Instagram:   / adamlabarr   👉Linkedin:   / adam-la-barr     📩 For Business Inquiries:  adam@ralcapitalgroup.com 

Darren Shearer: Raising Builders, Not Bystanders | Ep. 134

In this episode of The BizDad Podcast, Darren Shearer, Founder and CEO of High Bridge Books, shares how faith, fatherhood, and entrepreneurship intersect in everyday life. From leading a Christian publishing company to discipling his three sons at home, he explains stewardship, purpose, and raising boys with strong values. Learn practical ways to lead your family and business with eternal impact. Listen now on all major platforms!Free up your time with top remote talent. Book your free strategy call now: getwisevas.com/adam  Meet the guest: Darren Shearer is the Founder and CEO of High Bridge Books and Founder of the Theology of Business Institute. A former U.S. Air Force logistics officer, he now helps Christian thought leaders publish impactful books while equipping believers to live out their faith in the marketplace. His work focuses on stewardship, leadership, and discipleship in business and family life.📌 Connect with the guest:  👉 Christian Business Leader 👉 High Bridge Books 👉 High Bridge Media 👉 LinkedIn        What you'll learn:(00:00) Introduction (11:34) Faith driven fatherhood (26:16) Five life responsibilities (44:27) Christian publishing mission (54:32) Discipling sons at work (58:59) Faith in business (01:08:41) Closing thoughts🔥 Subscribe to The BizDad Podcast for more episodes! 👍 Like, comment, and share if you enjoyed this episode! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! #BizDadPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessAcquisition #JamesRichardson #WorkLifeBalance #Fatherhood #ScalingBusinesses #Investing✅ Important Links to Follow 👉Facebook (The BizDad Podcast):   / thebizdad    👉Facebook (Adam La Barr):   / adam.antium.92    👉Instagram:   / adamlabarr   👉Linkedin:   / adam-la-barr     📩 For Business Inquiries:  adam@ralcapitalgroup.com