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Becoming Self Made

Becoming Self Made

Di: Relay | Mike Michalowicz
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Becoming Self Made is a video podcast presented by Relay and hosted by Wall Street Journal bestselling author and money expert Mike Michalowicz. Each episode uncovers the real stories behind entrepreneurs who built something from the ground up—and kept going when the stakes got higher. If you're starting a business, scaling a business, or navigating the realities of being a small business owner, this podcast delivers practical lessons, mindset shifts, and real founder journeys to help you build something that lasts. Because success isn't just what you build. It's who you become. Learn more at relayfi.com/becoming-self-made-podcast Becoming Self Made is produced by Relay in partnership with Pod People. Economia Gestione e leadership Leadership
Episodi
  • How David Stark Turned a Small Flower Business Into One of the Most Innovative Design Firms in America

    How David Stark Turned a Small Flower Business Into One of the Most Innovative Design Firms in America
    Jul 28 2026
    When David Stark graduated from art school, he wasn't following a blueprint for entrepreneurship. He was arranging flowers in his apartment, taking on small creative projects, and searching for a way to turn his artistic vision into a career. What followed was something he never could have predicted: the creation of one of the world's leading experiential design firms, and the pioneering of ideas like the modern pop-up shop that would reshape how brands connect with people. In this episode of Becoming Self Made, Mike Michalowicz sits down with David Stark, founder and Chief Creative Officer of David Stark Design, to explore how an artist became an entrepreneur by building an entirely new category of business. David shares how he transformed creativity into a competitive advantage, why innovation often comes from saying "yes" before you know exactly how you'll get there, and what it takes to build a company around imagination. Together, they discuss entrepreneurship, creative leadership, brand storytelling, and the challenge of scaling a business whose product is ideas. David also reflects on trusting his instincts, embracing unconventional opportunities, and why some of the best businesses are created by people who don't realize they're inventing something new.
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    49 min
  • Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer Purcell: How the Beekman 1802 Founders Went From Self-Funded Soap Shop to a $300M Brand

    Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer Purcell: How the Beekman 1802 Founders Went From Self-Funded Soap Shop to a $300M Brand
    Jul 21 2026
    The greatest competitive advantage in business isn't always your product. Sometimes, it's the community that believes in it. When Dr. Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer-Purcell first arrived in Sharon Springs, New York, they weren't looking to build a skincare brand like Beekman 1802. They simply fell in love with a historic farm and the quiet charm of a small community they hoped would become their weekend escape. But when the 2008 recession upended their plans, their neighbors helped them discover an entirely new future. In this episode of Becoming Self Made, Mike Michalowicz sits down with the founders of Beekman 1802 to explore how kindness, collaboration, and a shared commitment to their community became the foundation for one of the most beloved lifestyle brands in America. Brent and Josh share how Sharon Springs shaped their entrepreneurial journey, why they chose to invest in the people around them, and how that same spirit helped transform not only their company, but an entire town. Together, they discuss what it means to build a business that creates opportunity beyond its own walls, why supporting fellow entrepreneurs can strengthen an entire local economy, and how growing "neighbor by neighbor" became more than a philosophy, it became a blueprint for sustainable success.
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    52 min
  • How Jamie Deering Took a Family Business Into Its Next Chapter at Deering Banjo Company

    How Jamie Deering Took a Family Business Into Its Next Chapter at Deering Banjo Company
    Jul 14 2026
    What does it take to lead a family business into its next generation? For Jamie Deering, becoming CEO of Deering Banjo Company wasn't simply about carrying on a family legacy, it was about earning the opportunity to lead it. Growing up around the factory that her parents, Greg and Janet Deering, built from the ground up, Jamie learned every corner of the business long before stepping into the CEO role. Today, she's guiding one of America's most respected instrument manufacturers while helping shape its future. In this episode of Becoming Self Made, host Mike Michalowicz speaks with Jamie alongside her parents, Greg and Janet Deering, for a multi generational conversation about entrepreneurship, succession, craftsmanship, and what it takes to grow a family business without losing sight of its values. Together, they discuss building trust as a leader, balancing innovation with tradition, empowering employees, and why passing down a company is about far more than handing over a title; it's about preparing the next generation to take the business further than the founders ever imagined.
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    47 min
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