In this episode, I reflect on my time in the Marine Corps—the places I served, the people I served alongside, and the experiences that have stayed with me over the years. It’s a look back at the memories, lessons, and bonds that shaped my journey.

Join me for a conversation with Jeff Saunders of Lady Baba Does Promo. Jeff shares his journey from owning mattress stores to helping businesses stand out with promotional products, along with lessons he’s learned about managing a business and choosing products customers will actually use.

Jeff Saunders/ Lady Baba does Promo

jeff@ladybabadoespromo.com

ladybabadoespromo.com

Facebook: Lady-Baba-does-PROMO

In this episode of Boots, Beans, and Business, Dave sits down with Lynsey Hanna from American Family Insurance for a conversation about serving clients, building relationships, and helping families and small businesses protect what matters.

Lynsey Hanna / American Family Insurance

Office Phone: 520-795-3238

Email: lhanna@amfam.com

The Bottom Line:

The entrepreneur builds the business.

The intrapreneur finds ways to improve and grow the business.

The employee helps keep the business running and delivers results.

Successful businesses need people who are willing to take ownership, solve problems, and work toward a common goal.

Small Business. Big Standards.

www.davidrafus.com

You're a leader from day one. Do you know how you lead?

Most people with a business idea never make a dime from it. Not because the idea was bad, but because nobody gave them a plain path to follow.

In this episode of Boots, Beans, and Business, I'm breaking down the three big ideas behind my new book, From Idea to Income: A Practical Guide for First-Time Small Business Owners: building a real foundation and business mindset, figuring out your leadership style, and why you shouldn't be afraid of AI in your small business.

If you've got an idea and don't know where to start, or you started and you're stuck, this one's for you.

From Idea to Income is available now on davidrafus.com and Amazon

Look by book name or Author Name

Your next business opportunity could start with a handshake.

Join Dave on Boots, Beans, and Business for a conversation about the value of in-person networking. Discover how showing up, listening, and building real relationships can open doors for your small business. Grab a cup of coffee and tune in!

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• A service dog is more than a companion—it becomes a trusted teammate.
• Service dogs can help veterans with PTSD by:
  • Interrupting nightmares and panic attacks
  • Recognizing anxiety before it becomes overwhelming
  • Creating space in crowded places
  • Providing comfort and a sense of security
  • Helping veterans feel confident leaving their homes
• They can help veterans rebuild trust, independence, and daily routines.
• The dog doesn’t erase the veteran’s past—it helps them move forward.
• Through the 1 Veteran Foundation, I’ve seen veterans begin to reconnect with their families, communities, and themselves.
• Healing doesn’t always happen quickly. Sometimes it begins with four paws walking beside you.
• Asking for help is not weakness. Sometimes strength means accepting a new teammate.
• A service dog may not change yesterday, but together, they can build a better tomorrow.

“AI should support your business—not replace the human side of it.”

Save time on repetitive tasks, Research options and brainstorm solutions, AI can make mistakes, Owners still need to review everything.

Judgment, relationships, experience, and accountability remain human responsibilities.