Throttle, Triggers & Faith- Part 2- Tony Tarell

Discover how Tony Tarell built a successful power sports and firearm business while navigating faith, setbacks, and the importance of authentic relationships. This episode offers raw, practical insights for entrepreneurs and believers alike.
In this episode, you will learn:

• The importance of persistence and faith during tough times (e.g., legal battles, financial struggles)
• How to build genuine relationships with clients and industry partners
• The significance of maintaining integrity and faith-based principles in business operations
• Tony’s journey of turning setbacks like lawsuits and financial hardship into growth opportunities
• The role of authenticity and vulnerability in leadership and in building trust
• How faith influences decision-making in high-stakes scenarios
• Tony’s insights on handling industry competition without jealousy
• Practical advice for maintaining spiritual health while growing a business

Timestamps:

• 0:00 — Welcome back: Throttle, Triggers and Faith with Tony Tarell
• 1:06 — Loving the work: building a career around powersports and the outdoors
• 2:53 — Wanting to quit, prayer, and the opportunity to buy the company
• 6:16 — Tony’s approach to dealership relationships: bring value beyond the product
• 9:02 — A costly early-business lesson: inventory, contracts, and a years-long lawsuit
• 13:24 — Faith, adversity, sobriety, and becoming more open about his story
• 20:18 — Running a business with integrity and refusing to be driven by competition
• 24:05 — The unseen sacrifice behind growth: building a company on a tight family budget
• 26:30 — Burnout, finding a healthier rhythm, and choosing family over a business event
• 31:47 — Rapid-fire advice: the book that shaped Tony, his motto, and his closing encouragement
• 33:37 — Closing thoughts and farewell

Resources & Links:

• Your Divine Fingerprint by Keith Kraft
• Keith Kraft - Elevate Life Church

Connect with Tony Tarell:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter
• Instagram-TonyTarell

Connect with Ryan Jones:

• Instagram-Ryan Jones
• Instagram-RealGrowthRealStories
• TikTok-RealGrowthRealStories
• www.RealGrowthRealStoriesPodcast.com

If this episode inspired you, share it with others who need raw, real stories of faith and perseverance in business. Stay strong, stay faithful, and keep fighting the good fight!