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Discover how David Johnston, co-founder and CEO of DoorSpot, transformed from a software engineer managing quilting inventory to pioneering tech innovation in property management. In his first podcast feature, David shares insights on productivity, the benefits of early mornings, and mastering evolving marketing trends. We explore his 24-year programming career and how it led to creating DoorSpot—a platform redefining rental management with seamless communication and financial clarity for property managers. Alongside personal reminiscences and shared media favorites like "Crossing the Chasm," join us for a conversation that celebrates David's journey and anticipates DoorSpot's industry impact.

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Entrepreneurs often find themselves at a crossroads when it comes to delegation. We share our own trials and triumphs, from the costly lesson of assuming designers can double as marketers to the critical importance of defining roles with precision. You'll discover practical advice for those just starting out, like testing the waters with smaller tasks to ensure your team is up to par before handing over the bigger projects. It's a candid conversation about the realities of leadership, communication, and the potential pitfalls when expectations aren't clearly laid out.

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In this exciting episode of Coffee, Chaos, & Cashflow, your co-hosts share personal highlights, and dive into Eric's incredible journey of launching CleanSpace, a venture that began as a scribble in a notebook and a leap of faith. His story exemplifies the unpredictable yet thrilling process of bringing a startup to life.

The discussion delves into the art and science of business model development, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and the necessity to pivot when the market demands it. Reflecting on their own challenges—especially with launching a SaaS product—they highlight lessons learned when offerings miss the mark with the target audience. Eric shares how CleanSpace evolved from its original vision, demonstrating that flexibility and openness to change are key to aligning entrepreneurial dreams with market realities.

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Picture this: a party in Lexington changes everything. Yemi Ogunbase joins us to recount his incredible journey from California's sun-soaked beaches to the charming hills of Kentucky. You'll hear how a Facebook friendship blossomed into a lifelong partnership and how a chance meeting at a game night led to fulfilling work with CleanSpace.
Yemi also opens up about his path of self-discovery, shaped by early life challenges like losing a parent and marrying young. This episode is a testament to the serendipity of life, where a single event can lead to both personal and professional transformation.

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Aram Street's journey from butler to serial entrepreneurship is nothing short of fascinating. Imagine transitioning from managing an estate to driving for Uber to starting a business—all in pursuit of entrepreneurial dreams. This episode offers an introspective look into Aram's life-altering decision to leave behind a comfortable career and embrace the unpredictable world of business ownership. His story is one of risk, resilience, and the sheer thrill of venturing into the unknown. Inspired by Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad, Poor Dad, he shares personal anecdotes, exploring the mindset shift required to break free from the security of a W-2 salary and the creative hustle it takes to generate self-employed income.

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Eric's journey through fatherhood and entrepreneurship reveals profound moments of love, trust, and purpose. From catching his child at birth to navigating the emotional waves of fatherhood, he emphasizes the importance of presence and trust in the process.

In business, Eric leans on faith and intuition. He shares stories of financial breakthroughs, such as a real estate success and a timely AMC investment, viewing these as guided by divine intervention. His approach centers on gratitude, alignment with purpose, and creating businesses that foster family-like care for employees, prioritizing love, transparency, and kindness.

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Meet Eric, Aram, and Yemi! A trio of husbands, fathers, and men in business discussing entrepreneurship, startups, life, and just having a good time.