097 - Crafting Success in Business and Life with Sam Blahnik

The Let's Backflip Show - Happy Hour

What happens when three friends mix cocktails and talk shop? Join Ryan Freng and John Shoemaker as they welcome Sam Blahnik, an expert in agricultural economics, for a lively chat that starts with a discussion about the quirky concept of "corn sweats" and takes us on a journey through Sam's career from his Wisconsin roots to the State Department of Agriculture. With a Bovardier cocktail in hand, we explore the evolution of team dynamics and decision-making in today's business landscape. Discover why every employee, from the office manager to the executive assistant, plays a crucial role in shaping a company's image and sales efforts.
Business ownership isn't all meetings and bylaws—it’s also about flexibility and creativity, particularly when adversity strikes. We share insights on how Sam's company rebranded as 1848, embracing their Wisconsin heritage, and discuss the intentional structure that helps them minimize overhead. Listen in as we highlight the importance of real-world experience over formal education in some career paths, and why humility and collaboration can prevent blind spots in ownership structures. Our stories aim to shine a light on how businesses can adapt and thrive in today's ever-changing environment.
Balancing work and life isn't easy, especially in our always-connected world. We open up about the struggle between extroversion and introversion and how meaningful interactions are key to building lasting professional relationships. Our conversation shifts to the intersection of work and family, drawing parallels with past lifestyles where these aspects were more integrated, like in farming communities. Through personal anecdotes, we reflect on how intentionality in family interactions can enhance well-being and advocate for a harmonious balance that enriches both family life and professional success.

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1. 097 - Crafting Success in Business and Life with Sam Blahnik (00:00:00)

2. Business Development and Ownership Transition (00:00:06)

3. Team Dynamics and Decision-Making (00:14:00)

4. Company Structure and Evolution (00:24:11)

5. Work-Life Balance and Introversion (00:36:08)

6. Navigating Work-Life Balance and Family Involvement (00:40:09)

7. Parenting Perspectives and Intentionality (00:47:27)

8. Communication in Marriage and Business (00:58:47)

9. Reverse Engineering and Storytelling (01:10:48)