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On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Debra Zerr, a Missouri State University junior and young entrepreneur that has been working on her business to sell her costume and wedding dress designs. Debra's business is Corner of Sunshine, and is being worked on as a website to sell her products and currently holds her place for her travel and style blog. Taegan and Debra talk about what it's like to work in an area that is extremely time consuming and hands-on, Debra's plans for making an impact in the fashion industry, and why college has been an important step for her entrepreneurial success.  Website: https://cornerofsunshineco.com/ (under construction until May 23, 2020) Temporary Website: http://sunshinesonyoucorn.wixsite.com/sunshinecorner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosfashion18/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/cornerofsunshine

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Joshua Kovan, an Arizona State University student that is majoring in Entrepreneurship and that has had his fair share of experience with trying to jump start small businesses. Josh specifically discusses his experience with his business, Envoy Operation, and the reasons why it did not work for him like how he had hoped. There are some major focuses on learning from failure, the challenge of running an intellectual-based start up, and the difficulty that most other guests have had with judgement due to their age.  Referenced Episodes:  #1- https://anchor.fm/studentpreneurshow/episodes/Thriving-in-a-Dying-Industry---With-Bicycle-Trader-and-Repairman--Adam-Waltke-eaggob #2- https://anchor.fm/studentpreneurshow/episodes/The-Fold-able-Helmet-Entrepreneur--with-KOVA-creator--Rachel-Benyola-e5adqa

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Bri Flasch, an Instagram influencer, photographer, videographer, music artist, and owner of Flasch Fashion. Bri has accomplished many things with her platform on Instagram, including getting chances to be an ambassador for Adobe, an intern for Google, and the photographer/videographer of a popular local restaurant in her city of Minneapolis. She discusses with Taegan how entrepreneurship runs in her blood, as her family members have all had some experience with it, and that she plans to do more with her current partnerships and businesses in the future once she graduates this May. Be sure to check out all of her profiles and shops! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briflasch/ Website for All: https://www.briflasch.com Flasch Fashion Page: https://www.instagram.com/flaschfashion/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG_8gXlwrOvrhk6-_l9Ix_w (CyberGirlfriend)

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Carrie Berk, the famous author and TikTok star. Carrie discusses her experience with entrepreneurship since the age of 8, when she was first published. At only 17, Carrie is figuring out where to go to college, how she will manage her busy life with school, and how to keep building her brand. Her website Carrie's Chronicles is a style empowerment website that focuses on fashion, healthy living, exercise, and reflects well to a broad range of audiences. Carrie's TikTok and Instagram pages show her having fun as a teenager that is doing the most with her experience in business, writing, and even acting. She is also staring on a new Brat TV series, Stage Fright.  Carrie's Website: https://www.carrieschronicles.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrieberkk/ TikTok: @carrieberkk Brat TV: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdnJJrDUl-y_ryelLMslxkQ

On this episode of The Studentprenuer Show, we hear from Nick Nelson and Maverick Lopez, co-partners of a branch of Aruza Marketing at Texas Tech. Aruza Marketing is a pest control company that offers summer internships for college students in North Carolina. Nick started at Aruza first, then recruited Maverick and started working together as a team, generating $600,000 for Aruza in a three month period last summer. The pair discuss with Taegan what it has taken for them to succeed, how they recruit individuals and run their branch, and explain the very strict schedule they keep in order to stay on task.  Aruza's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aruza-marketing/ Summer Intern Information: https://www.aruzamarketing.com/

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Kent Heckel, a young man that dropped out of college after getting the offer of a lifetime for his work with his personal YouTube channel.  Kent started his channel when in high school and was doing daily vlogs. During his junior year of college, he got an internship creating video content and decided from there that he wanted to leave school and pursue content creation. He now owns AntiSocial Friends Club and works with all kinds of creators from Logan Paul to Jim Gaffigan.  Be sure to check him out! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/antisocial-friends-club/about/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kentresting/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/The1KentH Twitter: https://twitter.com/kentresting2

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Missouri State University freshman and bicycle business owner, Adam Waltke. Taegan and Adam discuss how Adam has done so well in an industry that has been on the decline for the past couple decades, how he managed with doubts about his knowledge and skill based on his age, and working with a limited amount of space, tools, and ensured safety. Some of the risks of entrepreneurship are really exposed here, including the chances of losing personal money. Be sure to check out Adam's social media pages below if you are interested in looking at bikes or may be interested in buying/selling.  Adam's personal bike page: https://www.instagram.com/awrestoration/ Main bike page: https://www.instagram.com/nicks_classic_bikess/ Ebay: https://www.ebay.com/usr/nicks_classic_bikess

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Francie Ruppert, the owner of SaferSit, a Cincinnati-based company that focuses on connecting families with good babysitters. Francie and Taegan talk about growing a business over time, the value of having a great business partner, and how your very own community can help support your business and help you grow. Fancie started the business while attending high school and by the end of her high school career, she was managing 40 peers that worked for her babysitting business. Now, five years since launching the business, SaferSit will finally get its own app and be accessible to even more parents and families in Cincinnati.  https://www.safersit.com/

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Sam Lister, the owner of BLNK Slate Media. BLNK Slate Media focuses on creating social media content for businesses, and Sam is a young man that started this while in high school and believes that is all the education that he will ever need. Taegan and Sam discuss the ongoing debate of if college is necessary, using resources you already have access to, and benefits of starting a business while in high school. Make sure to check out Sam Lister's information below! https://www.linkedin.com/company/blnkslatemedia/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-lister/ https://www.instagram.com/samlister__/

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Kennon and Amber from CarGo. Started Cape Girardeau, Missouri, CarGo is a food and alcohol delivery service, as well a ride share service. Kennon works within the company and is the head of the branch in Springfield, Missouri, and Amber is a Missouri State senior that does sales and is a driver. The great thing about CarGo is that it is a local business that supports other local businesses. Taegan, Kennon, and Amber all talk about what CarGo does, why they decided to focus on local restaurants, why they chose small cities, and how far they plan to expand. Be sure to give this episode a listen and check out their website and app! https://www.gocargo.io/

On this episode of The Studentprenuer Show, we hear from Kyle McNail, a Red Bull Student Manager at Missouri State University. Taegan and Kyle talk about his journey getting started with Red Bull, why he was attracted to the company, and some events/charities that Red Bull is involved with. There are amazing benefits to getting involved with companies like this that allow flexibility for college students and give them a better opportunity to network. Be sure to give this one a listen! Red Bull Jobs: https://jobs.redbull.com/us-en Red Bull Can You Make It? Event sing up: https://canyoumakeit.redbull.com/en-us *Application deadline for Can You Make It? is February 17, 2020. You get 7 days to travel across Europe with only Red Bull for currency!

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Cody Blatt, the creator and owner of Ilixer, a powdered food brand that is made out of real food. Cody describes his product has being perfect for those that are wanting to get healthier, remain their healthiest, or people that are always "on the go" like busy parents and business professionals. Taegan and Cody discuss what it means to know your competition, know your product, and know your customer base. Make sure to give this episode a listen to hear more! Website: https://ilixer.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilixer_/

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we speak with Jamika Martin, a UCLA graduate since 2017 that is the owner and creator of ROSEN Skincare. ROSEN is an all-natural skincare brand that is gentle enough for the skin, but hard on breakouts and acne scars. Jamika creates all of the formulas for the products herself and tests them on herself, so the products are cruelty-free. Taegan and Jamika talk about how ROSEN got started, the issues with the current "clean" skincare products that exist, and the importance of fitting the product price to the target market's budget. This episode is great for anyone interested in natural products and living a cleaner life. Website: https://www.rosenskincare.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosenskincare/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenskincare/

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Breezy Baldwin, a current University of Central Florida student that created and owns Hovr*, an app that helps riders and drivers complete long-distance carpooling. The app's usage is centralized in central and south Florida, as well as southern California. Breezy talks about what inspired her to create the app, how it works, the benefits, and her plans to expand later down the line. Be sure to give this one a listen if you love to travel! *The name of the app has changed to Hovr* App: HOVR

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Professor Steve Diasio, who came up with the Finger Puppet Learning Framework, an idea about teaching through peer-to-peer learning. Steve uses this framework in his own college classroom and hopes to spread it across the world, getting teachers and school districts to teach K-12 students by playing. He explains why this type of hands-on learning is beneficial and how everyone plays to learn for the first few years of life.  Links: LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevediasio/ Websites- https://www.stevediasio.com/ http://fingerpuppetmanagment.mystrikingly.com/

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we speak with Missouri State senior, Secoy Hodges. Secoy is a classmate of Taegan and a respectable young man. Taegan and Secoy discuss the trials and tribulations that pushed Secoy to become a community leader, a motivational public speaker, and a business owner. His story is heartbreaking and powerful, and he shares how he was able to make his future take off with a life full of obstacles.  Websites and Involvement: Missouri State Leader Bear: https://blogs.missouristate.edu/leadershipdevelopment/2018/02/08/leaderbear-secoy-hodges/ Boys & Girls Club of Springfield: https://www.facebook.com/bgclubspringfield.org/posts/club-success-story-secoy-hodges-announcing-a-donation-from-his-alpha-phi-alpha-f/10160966049470381/ Facebook Page: Secoy Dontrell Hodges

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from myself about how I have been developing as a new college student and discuss my experience as a one-woman department for BookScouter. My boss Jacob Brown interviews me and I go into how I personally market the podcast, some struggles I have been experiencing, and what I have learned from some past episodes that I have completed! We are more relaxed and laid back on this episode so you get to hear a bit more about my personality and inner thoughts. Make sure to share this one if you enjoy it!

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we hear from Sharon Wilson, a lawyer and professor from Villanova University Law School. Taegan and Sharon discuss when entrepreneurs need to speak with lawyers, some legal issues that can come up when running a business, and how to work with trademarks and patents. This episode is very important for anyone and everyone that considers starting their own business or is currently doing so. Make sure to check this out! Website for Villanova: https://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/professionalstudies/online.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjw0brtBRDOARIsANMDykaeaPKRrACAaQLJojAfg1f2Hql15ClK0LE0Qfoi2QQWCddGSH-qc4caAuCrEALw_wcB

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we speak with Matt Shumer, CEO of Visos. Visos is a VR company that is developing technology to help with industrial training, education, medical simulations and design.  Visos' website states that current VR headsets are not built for enterprise purposes. The ones now are either "too expensive and difficult to use, or lack the visual quality needed to run enterprise-level simulations." Taegan and Matt also talk about the reality of working with investors, the use of college resources, and balancing the life of a CEO and college student.

On this episode of The Studentpreneur Show, we speak with Jason Goodman, a current business owner and Cornell student. Jason worked on this idea to develop a delicious and healthy snack while in a product-development class with other Cornell classmates. They were able to create Grabanzos, a crunchy, chocolate covered snack. Taegan and Jason discuss how to deal with retailers, what you can do as a business owner to encourage communication between employees, and the importance of curiosity when starting or working with a start up. Website: https://grabanzos.com/