Ep. 23 - The Makings of an Entrepreneur: A Deep Dive with Colton Knittig

Big Talk About Small Business

What if you could lift the veil on the entrepreneurial experience - the victories, the struggles, the insight gained along the way? Strap in for a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship with myself, Eric Howerton, and my guest, Colton Knittig. We dissect Colton's journey from a 10-year-old lawn care entrepreneur to the accomplished business owner he is today, discussing the solitude often felt in entrepreneurship, the importance of connecting with others, and the lessons life taught him along the way.
We continue the voyage with the co-founder of Grillight, throwing light on the genesis of their innovative product line. Hear about their journey to market, patented features, and exciting plans for the future. We also engage with two entrepreneurs who've turned packaging changes and product prototyping into a winning strategy, all fueled by customer feedback. Our conversations also delve into the worlds of small shop owners and product entrepreneurs, talking about the unique challenges they face and the victories that make it all worth it.
From an unexpected feature in Oprah Magazine that led to a sales boom, to the importance of paying oneself and the struggles of inventory management - our discussions provide a wealth of entrepreneurial wisdom. We also tackle the topic of raising capital, partnering for growth, and navigating supplier relationships in the product industry. This episode is your ticket to understanding the entrepreneurial journey, rich with insights, personal stories, and strategies that can inspire and guide your own venture. Buckle up for this enlightening ride!

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1. Ep. 23 - The Makings of an Entrepreneur: A Deep Dive with Colton Knittig (00:00:00)

2. Entrepreneurship Journey and Lessons Learned (00:00:05)

3. Grill Tool With Light and Growth (00:11:41)

4. Packaging Changes and Entrepreneurship (00:16:32)

5. Feedback and Sales for Small Shop (00:18:57)

6. Lessons Learned and Risks Taken (00:28:22)

7. Entrepreneurship, Growth, and Partnerships (00:40:22)

8. Raising Capital and Partnering for Growth (00:45:45)

9. Navigating Supplier Relationships in Product Industry (00:56:18)