• 69. Having the Courage to Create Something New with Melissa Grimmel Schaake
    Sep 17 2024
    I’m excited to have Melissa Grimmel Schaake on this week’s episode! Originally from Maryland, she was raised on a multi-generational grain operation with a passion for livestock and a strong work ethic at a young age. She moved to the midwest to attend Kansas State University. Later, her and her husband, Shane, started a herd together before they even got married. They now proudly own and operate Grimmel Schaake Cattle Company in the Flint Hills of Kansas. As a first generation cattlewoman, it’s incredible that Melissa won the 2024 American Hereford Association’s Hereford Herdsman of the Year award. In this episode she shares how she started with herefords, how she stays focused on her “why”, and how she faces adversity with a strong family and friend support system. Melissa also talks about who they serve and how they achieve a superior customer experience. There’s so much wisdom Melissa leaves us to ensure we’re following how to be you, do you, for you. Resources & Links: Heritage Style Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Melissa Grimmel Schaake Grimmel Schaake Cattle Company website Melissa Grimmel Shaake website Follow on Instagram @grimmelshaakecattle and @melissagrimmel Follow on Facebook @grimmelshaakecattle and @melissaphotogdesign Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • 68. Are You Having Fun?
    Sep 10 2024
    Today I want to talk about the importance of having fun. I share my son’s journey in rodeoing and going from the top in his age bracket, where he was very competitive, to the bottom of a new age bracket, where he’s up against some very handy, tough, and older boys. We take practice and being competitive very seriously in our family, but sometimes it’s a fine line between focusing so heavily on winning, that you can lose the element of fun while you do it. Having fun builds confidence and having confidence is what creates that competitive spirit. It all goes hand in hand. So often the things we love doing turn into a job and we lose the element of fun. External factors and stress creep in, and we lose the love because the fun is lost. This episode is a good reminder to ask yourself: are you having fun? Resources & Links: Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • BONUS: Retirement Planning Essentials with Justin Bates
    Sep 5 2024
    We are kicking off our bonus episode series about what you need to know about finance to set you, your family, and your business up for success! Justin Bates is joining me throughout this series to give us the information needed to begin thinking about finances and to make more educated financial decisions. Today, we are diving into retirement planning essentials. Thinking about and planning for retirement can seem daunting and many of us don’t know where to begin. Justin is sharing some tips on making the most of your 401k, who should have an IRA, and where to begin with retirement savings for those who are self-employed. We also discuss the importance of comprehensive financial planning and diversifying your investments. If you are overwhelmed by financial planning, remember it doesn't have to be daunting and you can take simple, proactive steps toward securing your financial future. Listen to Episode 66: Welcome to Your Financial Future with Justin Bates of Boots Financial Resources & Links: Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Justin: Call Strategic Financial at (417) 823-3810 Check out his website Email him at jbates@thestrategicfinancial.com Follow him on Instagram @jbates_sf : Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • 67. What's Healthy? with Registered Dietitian, Hope Brandt
    Sep 3 2024
    Today I have Hope Brandt, owner of Hopewell Health on the show. Hope and I met at an event sponsored by the Beef Checkoff in Denver and we discovered we have the same podcast producer! We decided to be on each other’s podcasts this week; go give her podcast, That’s Healthy?! a follow! In today’s episode Hope covers the frameworks she’s developed of a PEC Plate (protein, energy, color) and Two Mac Snacks that help with balance, nourishment, and satisfaction. She’ll dive into how to go about changing body composition, build muscle, and how to get the right amount of servings of fruits, vegetables, and protein. We also talk about the importance of protein (specifically beef!) in kids. Hope is all about positive outcomes and getting healthy results. Hope is a Registered Dietitian. She first attended LSU and received a degree in mass communications and started working in marketing. The nine-to-five life wasn’t a good fit so she looked for something she’s passionate about and also allows scheduling freedom. She went back to school to become a Registered Dietitian. She wants to help eliminate unrealistic body expectations and help better the relationship women have with their bodies, food, and nutrition. Resources & Links: Evlo Fitness Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Hope Brandt: Follow on Instagram @hopewell_health Visit her website Listen to her podcast That’s Healthy?! Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • BONUS: LIVE from Dallas Market Center
    Aug 29 2024
    I am so excited to share our first bonus episode recorded live at Dallas Market Center! In this episode, I have three incredible guests joining me to share some insight into their businesses and how connecting and building relationships at Dallas Market Center and beyond is key to their success. Today we are joined by Cindy Morris, Ryan Vaughan, and Jill Tweedy to discuss the importance of the Dallas Market Center for both designers and retailers. We are also talking about their journeys to where they are now, why fostering genuine connections and understanding customer needs are crucial, and why it’s important to look at customer feedback as a way to improve. Resources & Links: Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with today’s guests: Cindy Morris, CEO of Dallas Market Center Ryan Vaughan, CEO of Rios of Mercedes Jill Tweedy, Owner and Founder of Tucker Tweed Equestrian : Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • 66. Welcome to Your Financial Future with Justin Bates of Boots Financial
    Aug 27 2024
    I’m excited to have Justin Bates from Boots Financial with us today! In this episode, Justin shares his background of growing up in a small town in Arkansas and being part of rural living and rodeo life and how he became a financial planner. His love for working with farmers, ranchers, and rodeo athletes is obvious with the name Boots Financial and Justin shares how important it is to educate yourself on business and personal finance. Today we walk through some general financial questions like what is the biggest issue Americans face when it comes to personal finance, is it ever too early or late to start financial planning, and how financial planners can help you. We’ll spend time talking about the four financial pillars which include protection, savings, debt, and investments. Starting next week, we’ll be kicking off a new series with Justin with bonus episodes airing the first Thursday of every month! We’ll be covering all things financial: succession planning, retirement, setting your kids up for financial success, and much more. If there’s a financial question or topic you’d like us to cover, please message us. Financial planning can be scary with all the unknowns, we’re going to try to help it be less scary! Resources & Links: Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Justin: Check out his website Email him at jbates@thestrategicfinancial.com Follow him on Instagram @jbates_sf Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • 65. Putting in the Work When No One is Watching
    Aug 20 2024
    On today’s episode, I’m talking about something I feel really passionate about: the idea that from the outside looking in, we make assumptions about others’ lives, but we have no idea the amount of work people have to put in to get where they are. We see a life other people have and we think they’re so lucky. But most of the time, it’s not luck. We just see the final product. This episode is about consistency. If you are consistent and you show up every day, you can have the life you’re wanting. Resources & Links: Check out our Unlimited Hiring Subscription Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • 64. Building the Pendleton Whisky Brand with Tia Bledsoe
    Aug 13 2024
    On today’s episode, I am so excited to have Tia Bledsoe joining us. Tia is the Brand Heritage Director for Pendleton Whisky and she’s watched the company grow from so many different facets and she loves how the brand stays true to the heritage and traditions it’s upheld. Tia explains that great brands aren’t just about a great product, they’re also about the people and history behind them. Pendleton Whisky is known for storytelling and Tia shares different stories about her growing inside the brand and how they’ve impacted her life. You’ll hear what motivates Tia in her role, what advice she’d give her younger self and others, and why she feels so blessed in her life. Tia Bledsoe has 20 years’ experience leading marketing efforts focused on the successful Pendleton Whisky brand. She’s worn many hats over the years supporting Pendleton and has fine-tuned the management of sponsorships, events and promotions which have been instrumental in the growth of Pendleton Whisky. In her current role as Brand Heritage Director, she strives to ensure the brand stays true to its roots and honors true Western traditions. She is based in Portland, Oregon and enjoys spending time with her daughter and son-in-law when she is not on the road promoting Pendleton. Resources & Links: Pendleton Whisky Of The West Consulting Join The Directory Of The West Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins