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Chad Shepler: The Ground Zero Mindset for Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneur Chad Shepler thrives at “ground zero”—entering unfamiliar industries, asking beginner questions, and building scalable systems. From Home Depot’s repair operations to early Instacart growth and now Gatsby Glass in South Austin, he shares why innovation starts with humility, teams, and curiosity—not a linear plan.Chad Shepler breaks down the “ground zero” mindset: humility, systems, and relentless problem-solving across industries—from Instacart to Gatsby Glass.Follow our socials Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok

The #1 Mistake Bar Owners Make (and How to Avoid It) | Amir Azer

Amir Azer, owner of Seattle’s Xtadium Lounge, shares lessons from 28 years in nightlife—how to stay “Instagrammable,” manage payroll and hours, survive COVID-era shifts, and build long-term relevance through community involvement.Follow our socials Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok

Entrepreneur, Musician, Creator

ZNi is a Zimbabwean-American musician, entrepreneur, and creator whose music blends African roots with pop, afrobeats, and reggae to create a truly global sound.In this episode, ZNi shares how his father — legendary Zimbabwean musician Dumi Maraire — shaped his musical foundation and why staying authentic matters in an industry driven by formulas. We dive into his journey as an independent artist, producer, and business owner, including his work with major brands like T-Mobile, Microsoft, Adidas, and Well Being Trust.Beyond music, ZNi discusses his video production agency and his mission to create opportunities for Southern-African rugby and soccer players through sports development. He also offers powerful advice on resilience, mentorship, navigating criticism, and building a strong team that protects your creative DNA.Follow our socials Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok

Employee Success Is His #1 KPI

In this episode of The Get Bizee Podcast, Amy talks with Derieontay Sparks, Senior Vice President at Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington.Derieontay oversees brick-and-mortar retail, e-commerce, marketing, logistics, and donations across the Pacific Northwest—running Goodwill like a traditional retailer with KPIs, productivity targets, and margin accountability. But his north star is different: employee success.He explains how Evergreen Goodwill uses automation and AI to upskill workers rather than replace them, why leadership by fear is failing today’s organizations, and how jobs truly change lives. The conversation also explores his 22-year salon business, lessons learned from failure, and his advice for entrepreneurs: fuel your passion, do the due diligence, and always know your numbers.Follow our socials Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok

Don’t Let Early Mistakes Cost You Everything | Ty Ward

Ty Ward is the owner of Thank You Hauling, a Seattle-based junk removal business built on gratitude, community, and fairness. In this episode, Ty shares how he went from security work to starting his own business, the early mistakes that almost cost him everything, and why he believes in giving opportunities instead of handouts.Ty also talks about becoming a partner at Primos Restaurant & Lounge in Bellevue and how working the floor became a powerful networking tool for growing his hauling business. This is a conversation about humility, leadership, and building something meaningful without chasing hype.Follow our socials Instagram | X | LinkedIn | TikTok