What does it really take to thrive in business early in your career? In this episode, we break down powerful frameworks for identifying your strengths, managing your energy, and learning the skills that compound over time. Whether you're aiming to lead, build, or simply get unstuck, this one’s packed with clarity and momentum.

In this episode, Kurt Watkins shares insights from his journey as a successful golfer, entrepreneur, and leader. We dive into how finding your passion can unlock new opportunities, why building strong relationships is a game-changer, and how asking open-ended questions can set you apart. Kurt also reminds us that it’s okay — even necessary — to not have everything figured out right away. If you’re looking for practical advice and real-world wisdom to guide your next steps, this conversation is for you.

When Brandon Wilson co-founded SteadyDynamic, he wasn’t chasing some never-before-seen startup idea—he was building on something he already knew really well: software. After years of learning how to sell, lead, and spot real opportunities in the industry, Brandon and his co-founders didn’t invent a brand-new concept—they just knew they could do it better.

In this episode, we dive into how businesses are often born from expertise and necessity, not just innovation. Brandon shares how his experience gave him the confidence to launch, and how the power of a strong co-founding team helped SteadyDynamic grow and double revenue for three straight years.

We also break down what it actually means to be a CEO—turns out, it’s less about making all the decisions and more about staying curious, building relationships, and constantly asking the right questions.

Whether you’re thinking about starting something or just want to level up in your current role, this episode is packed with takeaways you won’t want to miss.

Let’s get into it.