Ready to turn your freelance side hustle into a booming $20K/month studio? In this inspiring conversation on Young Boss, Isabelle Guarino chats with Ben Jackson, a solopreneur who transformed his creative hustle into a thriving boutique web development studio. Youth is your power, and Ben’s story proves that ambition, strategy, and persistence can lead to incredible success.

Learn how Ben prepared for his leap to entrepreneurship, navigated the challenges of building a business in a competitive field, and positioned himself as a standout developer in a world of cheap labor and AI. He shares practical advice on financial literacy, finding your niche, and balancing creative control with scaling your business. Whether you're a young entrepreneur or just dreaming of breaking through barriers, this episode is packed with actionable insights and motivation to fuel your journey.

Discover the power of valuing your craft, attracting the right clients, and creating a business that aligns with your lifestyle and goals. Don’t miss this success story filled with unique experiences and lessons for anyone looking to make their side hustle a full-time reality.

Hit play, and be inspired to chase your dreams! Don’t forget to like, share, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok to stay connected with Young Boss and more episodes celebrating youth, ambition, and innovation.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Preparing for Career Leap
03:20 - Selling Your Value in Competitive Market
05:45 - Scaling and Growing Your Business
08:40 - Challenges of Going Solo

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Are you ready to unlock your potential and master the art of balancing corporate life and entrepreneurship? In this inspiring conversation, Isabelle Guarino sits down with Brittany Honor, founder of Honor Development, to explore the unique challenges and triumphs young entrepreneurs face while navigating their business journey. From overcoming self-doubt and juggling passion with a paycheck to mastering interview skills and climbing the corporate ladder, Brittany shares practical advice and personal success stories that will empower you to thrive in both worlds.

Discover how youth is your power and why embracing your unique experiences can pave the way to financial literacy, personal growth, and professional success. Whether you're launching your own business, striving for a promotion, or just searching for clarity in your career, this episode serves as your blueprint for turning ambition into action and creating the business and life you deserve.

Don’t miss this powerful episode packed with actionable insights tailored for young bosses like you! Be sure to like, share, and follow on Instagram and TikTok for more success stories and tips to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. ➡️ Subscribe now and remember: youth is your power. 💪

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:34 - Balancing Passion and Paycheck
06:15 - Challenges of Starting a Podcast
09:56 - Motivation Behind the Podcast Journey
11:59 - Unique Aspects of Honor Development
14:04 - Young Boss Amazon Recommendations
18:18 - Benefits of the Podcast Experience
20:33 - Speaking Engagement Opportunities
22:10 - Integrating Faith in Business
25:17 - Rapid Fire Questions
27:27 - Connecting with Brittany
28:49 - Outro

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He flunked Organic Chemistry, bombed his plan to be a doctor, and traded lab coats for liquor bottles — launching a viral wine campaign before he ever knew what “brand strategy” meant. But that failure? It’s what turned Alex Strubbe into the marketing mind who believes authenticity sells better than any ad spend.

At the University of Texas, Alex was chasing expectations — until life slapped him with a D-minus and an identity crisis. He pivoted to business, interned everywhere, and stumbled into marketing through a campaign called “Will You Accept This Wine?” that blew up. But behind the creativity was chaos: burnout, weight gain, and a version of himself he didn’t recognize.

A Birthright trip to the Middle East flipped everything. He came home rebuilt — mentally, physically, spiritually — and launched Strubbe Consultants, a business born at the same time he was. His first clients were broke dreamers, not big brands. No ad budgets, no bullshit. Just story, substance, and trust.

Now, Strubbe helps founders drop the ego, fire the version of themselves they think they need to be, and build from who they actually are. His motto: “The hoodie converts better than the suit.”

Because in business — just like life — pretending doesn’t sell. Honesty does.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Alex’s Journey to Stubby Consultants
09:17 - Biggest Marketing Mistakes Small Businesses
11:34 - Identifying Your Target Audience
14:33 - Marketing Trends and Changes
19:05 - Keeping Up with Competitors
21:00 - Overcoming Adversity in Business
25:35 - Public Perception of the Kardashians
28:02 - Best Business Advice
29:10 - Finding Stubby Consultants
29:48 - Outro

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