How does an experienced retail expert construct a cutting-edge financial platform? Prepare yourself because that&#8217;s precisely the fascinating topic we&#8217;re exploring in this episode!
Our guest today, Brad Parker, takes us on a wild ride through his 20-year retail experience, growing a business from a single location to a multi-million dollar empire. But Brad&#8217;s story doesn&#8217;t end there. He saw a gap in the market and decided to leverage his retail expertise to create FormPiper, a revolutionary platform designed to tackle consumer financing challenges.
Join us as Brad and Matt Watson delve into the often pain-riddled but exciting world of entrepreneurship. We&#8217;ll explore Brad&#8217;s journey from pet stores to tech, the challenges of rapid growth, and the secrets to scaling a business.
Get ready for insights on:
<ul>
<li>Hiring the right developers (even with an unconventional approach!)</li>
<li>Prioritizing tasks and treating every day like your grand opening</li>
<li>Building a winning sales team with effective training and tracking</li>
<li>Implementing a reservation program to boost revenue and engagement</li>
</ul>
This episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories for anyone looking to launch or grow their business. So, whether you&#8217;re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this one&#8217;s for you!
 
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Highlighted Discussion Points
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<li>Entrepreneurship, retail, and tech with a successful founder. 0:31</li>
<li>Entrepreneurship, startup success, and hiring developers. 7:46</li>
<li>Challenges of rapid growth in a business. 10:59</li>
<li>Entrepreneurship, product development, and scaling a business. 14:35</li>
<li>Identifying ideal customers and verticals for business growth. 19:08</li>
<li>Prioritization and treating every day like the business&#8217;s grand opening. 22:09</li>
<li>Creating a successful business culture and sales process. 27:40</li>
<li>Training and tracking KPIs for business success. 32:02</li>
<li>Implementing a reservation program for businesses to increase revenue. 33:59</li>
<li>Entrepreneurship, business growth, and software development. 39:03</li>
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Matt Watson

From Pet Stores to SaaS & The Steps to Success

How does an experienced retail expert construct a cutting-edge financial platform? Prepare yourself because that&#8217;s precisely the fascinating topic we&#8217;re exploring in this episode! Our guest today, Brad Parker, takes us on a wild ride through his 20-year retail experience, growing a business from a single location to a multi-million dollar empire. But Brad&#8217;s story [&hellip;]