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The Rise and Grind Podcast019 - Derek Thistle - From Cop to One of Calgary's Top AgentsDerek's ascent in the Calgary real estate game is nothing short of remarkable. In just 4 years Derek has become one of Calgary's top agents, and his story from transitioning into the industry from being a Police Officer is inspiring and one that is worth listening to. In our conversation we get into the details of why Derek left the police force, the friction he felt jumping into a new industry, how he brings foundation skillsets from the police force to his real estate business, leveraging social media for client acquisition, and so much more. If...
2025-11-2756 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast018 - Hayden Beck - EBT Chartered Professional AccountantsVery rarely do I come across, or meet people where their passion aligns with what they do for a living. Whenever I do, I'm always curious to know more about their story...if you've met Hayden Beck, you can tell within the first couple minutes that he truly LOVES what he does. From helping people on a daily basis, to growing EBT, to professional development, Hayden is world class at his craft and I am very blessed to sit down with him for 45 minutes to pick his brain. In our conversation we deep dive into...
2025-11-2645 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast017 - Chris Czember - Mayor of Redcliff, Who's on 3rd, The North, The Inn On 3rdChris Czember is the newly elected Mayor of Redcliff, and also runs numerous businesses in Redcliff and Medicine Hat....Who's on 3rd - Pub in RedcliffThe NORTH Sports Bar & Grill - Restaurant/Bar in Medicine HatThe Inn on 3rd - Motel in RedcliffChris has been involved in the Community for decades and is a true case of what hard work and resiliency looks like. In the episode we cover off a variety of different subjects - from the campaign trail to the Mayor designation, getting started...
2025-11-1941 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast016 - Trevor Moore - Resiliency & High Performance CoachYou know those people that automatically make you feel good when you are around them? Trevor Moore is one of those guys. Trevor has had an incredible 25 year career in the golf industry, and has recently shifted paths to coaching entrepreneurs, executives, professionals, and athletes to help them live a bigger and better life. In this episode we dive deep into why he made the change in careers, how the brain and fear hijacks our decision making, how to regulate emotions, asking for help, and so much more. Trevor dropped a load of...
2025-09-171h 18
The Rise and Grind Podcast015 - Solo Pod - My Love Letter to Alcohol1 year alcohol-free.This episode was tough to record. I wrestled with the idea of even making it. BUT....if it helps just 1 person then it is worth it. This episode is about MY journey living alcohol-free...I am by no means a Dr, psychologist, or expert in any field related to alcohol, but I do believe my story is worth sharing. I dive into my decision to live alcohol-free, why community is so important, my education on dopamine, "big alcohol", my breakthroughs, and share a bit of advice for those that may feel...
2025-09-0423 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast014 - Steph Gronning - Infinity Dance Inc.Every business has multiple layers to it. What the consumer sees / experiences is usually just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to all the intricacies, moving parts, staffing, scheduling, planning, budgeting, ALL the things that come with operating a successful business. I'm not sure there is a business with MORE layers than what Steph Gronning does at Infinity Dance Inc. From planning, communication, booking, budgeting, choreography, leasing, travel, physical demand, the list goes on! And oh lets not forget to mention having to handle over 400 kids (and parents)! Steph is an inspiration...
2025-06-1950 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast013 - Curtis ValkIn this episode I had the privilege of sitting down with one of my best friends - Curtis Valk - to talk about his hockey career. Curtis currently plays in the KHL for Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg, and is spending the spring back home in Medicine Hat during the off season. Curtis played his Junior Hockey for the Medicine Hat Tigers, where he had multiple 90+ point seasons. He then went on to play in the ECHL, AHL, and then finally got the call to play in the NHL for the Florida Panthers. His career then took him...
2025-05-2250 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast012 - Courtney Atkinson - Real Estate, Scaling Businesses & Living LifeDo you have any "3am Friends"?I'm not talking about the 3am friends that you stumble home with from the bar on the weekend. I'm talking about the 3am friends that you call when you can't sleep, your stress/anxiety is through the roof, you wake up in a cold sweat, and your thoughts are red lining....if you are in the business game, you know exactly what I'm talking about. 3am friends don't tell you what you want to hear, they tell you what you NEED to hear.Courtney Atkinson is one...
2025-05-071h 18
The Rise and Grind Podcast011 - Sean Longmore - Boys On ThirdThe Rise and Grind Podcast Episode 011 - Sean LongmoreSean is a part owner in Boys On Third, Labels, and Parlay Shoe Trading Company, AND a full time teacher at Eagle Butte High School. Sean started his entrepreneurial journey over a decade ago, and is always looking for ways to innovate and bring more value to his customers and students. In this episode we dive deep into the origin story of Boys On Third, how the brand fit in with Labels, the ups and downs of owning multiple businesses, and ALL the things...
2025-04-2446 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast010 - Medicine Hat Real Estate Market Explained 2025The rules of the Real Estate Game in Medicine Hat have changed.....If you are in the market of buying, selling, renting OR just generally curious about the real estate market in Medicine Hat, you will want to listen to this Episode!Real Estate is funny.... 9/10 times a home is the most expensive asset that someone owns, but we rarely pay any attention to the value of it. And if we do get some information, it is a quick snapshot or a 1 minute highlight reel. In this episode I want to dive DEEP...
2025-04-1638 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast009 - Sarah Bitz - Studio SelectImagine building a business around something that you LOVE to do. Sarah Bitz has done just that. She has taken her passion of hair styling from hobby, to career, to now business ownership as she is the owner of Studio Select here in Medicine Hat. Sarah has admirable work ethic, and has built an very loyal client base over the years. In this episode we get into the beginning years of her entrepreneurial journey, the purchase of Studio Select, and how Sarah goes about operating the business all while still creating time and...
2025-04-0541 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast008 - Gavin Broadhead - SAHA, Roofing, CyclingWinning is an addiction very few people understand. It a never ending pursuit for greatness, a never ending game that plays over and over in your mind non stop. And just when you think you've got it, it vanishes. Winning is elusive, fleeting, and oh so difficult to bottle up and keep.Gavin Broadhead is a winner, he chases greatness, he runs towards the difficult things in life and tackles them. He gives himself permission to win, and doesn't feel bad about it. Gavin has one of the strongest...
2025-03-2857 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast007 - Dylan Eckes - Fitness, Health, Wealth & FamilyThe Rise and Grind Podcast Episode 007 - Dylan EckesOne word comes to my mind when I think of Dylan, and that is "Discipline". No matter what Dylan is doing, he doesn't do it half assed, he goes all in and does it right. From his time as a fitness coach, financial advisor, to now a business consultant, Dylan is WIRED to help people. He practices what he preaches, he does what he says he's going to do, and he shows up his best self for his family.
2025-03-2158 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast006 - Brooklyn Kalista - Royal Lepage Community RealtyThe Rise and Grind Podcast Episode 006 - Brooklyn KalistaBrooklyn is a top producing real estate agent AND broker/owner of Royal Lepage Community Realty in Medicine Hat. She is a driven individual who always strives for building deeper and more meaningful relationships with whoever she serves. We dive deep into her real estate career, what it was like as a young female in the real estate industry, her transition to broker/owner, community involvement, parenthood, all all the things in between. Brooklyn is...
2025-03-0754 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast005 - Solo Pod - 5 Hacks to Live a Productive LifeThe Rise and Grind Podcast Episode 005 - Solo Pod5 Hacks to Live a Productive LifeHow would you feel if I told you I have absolutely no clue what I'm doing? haha. Over the years I have become very comfortable being in this space of "not knowing what I am doing". It is a skill that has to be developed, and I have 5 Hacks that I KNOW to be true when it comes to living a productive life. It is my hope that through these Solo Pods I can bring to...
2025-02-2822 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast004 - Sabrina Moore - Kollektiv CycleThe Rise and Grind Podcast Episode 004 - Sabrina MooreSabrina is the owner of Kollektiv Cycle in downtown Medicine Hat. Her and I have known eachother for a longgg time, and it was an honour to sit down and chat about her business journey, the ups and downs, the good and bad of owning a business in downtown, and everything in between. Sabrina is the PERFECT avatar for this podcast, she is a GRINDER. She sees opportunity and takes it. She fights for what she knows is right. She...
2025-02-211h 01
The Rise and Grind Podcast003 - Corey Eakins - Who's Your Caddy Golf ShopThe Rise and Grind Podcast Episode 003 - Corey EakinsCorey is a good friend of mine, and also the owner of Who's Your Caddy Golf Shop in Medicine Hat. With over 20 years experience in the golf industry, Corey has literally done it all, from managing a Golf Town, to being a Golf Pro, to now small business owner. This episode is EXACTLY what The Rise and Grind Podcast is about....small business owners identifying a gap in the market place, matching that gap with a skillset of theirs, and saying "F it, lets...
2025-02-1449 min
The Rise and Grind Podcast002 - Bill RogersThe Rise And Grind PodcastEpisode 002 - Bill RogersImagine just for a second, that whatever you do in life - realtor, hair dresser, teacher, mechanic, knitter - that you became THE BEST IN THE WORLD.The pursuit for greatness is a tall task, and Bill climbed that mountain, all the way to the #1 spot in golf in 1981. I met Bill in 2010, my first year at University of Texas at San Antonio, Bill was our “assistant coach” (most overqualified assistant coach in NCAA...
2025-02-071h 23
The Rise and Grind Podcast001 - The Beginning"Hello World" Lets discuss what the heck "Rise and Grind" actually means, my hopes and dreams for this Podcast, and what YOU can expect. #riseandgrind
2025-01-1806 min
The Follow ThroughThe Follow Through - Episode 7 part 2 (AUDIO): Ryan WerreIn Part 2 we jump right into the mid-amateur story. We get to hear the raw blow by blow of a guy on the verge of a huge win and encountering a couple of the most unlucky breaks imaginable.
What are the lessons to take from this, how did he bounce back, did he bounce back? What is next for Ryan in his competitive golf career? All of those answers and more in part two!
Ryan is a former NCAA standout at University of Texas San Antonio. Now back in Medicine Hat, he and his wife Sarah ha...
2024-10-1241 min
The Follow ThroughThe Follow Through - Episode 7 Part 1 (AUDIO): Ryan WerrePart 1 of a two part episode with top amateur golfer and Desert Blume member Ryan Werre. In part 1 Ryan will walk us through his desire to become a top junior and pursue a division 1 golf scholarship. Listen along as he continues to reach for the next level, until it is out of reach.
Ryan is a former NCAA standout at University of Texas San Antonio. Now back in Medicine Hat, he and his wife Sarah have a young son and Ryan works as a Real Estate agent.
It’s clear that competition drives Ryan’s passion...
2024-10-0537 min
Total Agent AccessFarming, Referrals, and Real Estate Success: Insights from Ryan WerreSend us a textRyan Werre shares his journey into real estate, starting from his career as an amateur golfer. He discusses the importance of building relationships and providing value to clients. Ryan emphasizes the need to focus on lead generation strategies, including PPC leads, social media presence, and past client referrals. He also highlights the significance of treating past clients and referral sources as VIPs. Ryan advises new agents to latch onto high producers and offer to do open houses for them, as well as to explore different lead generation avenues. In this conversation, Ryan Werre...
2024-07-1555 min
Real Estate Rockstars Podcast1084: Leaving a Job for a Career in Real Estate With Ryan WerreWorried about leaving a traditional job for new opportunities in real estate? Today’s guest, Ryan Werre, was in exactly that position several years back. Now, he’s a successful Realtor who couldn’t be happier with his decision to bet on himself. Listen and learn how to transition from a full-time job to a lifelong real estate career. You'll also hear how to set yourself up for success with systems, the benefits of joining a real estate team, and more.
2022-09-2949 min
Radio RanchRadio Ranch 7.22.21 Nit-picking of the meaning and definitions of words today! Daryl related his "Census story", twice! The 2nd time to satisfy Ryan's request for 'testimonials'. We generally do NOT have 'testimonials' as fed gov employees do what we want and ask them to do without any confrontations.Other aspects of today's show werre historical, on great 'statesman' our country has produced and some of their contributions.Good ground covered and plowed today. VERY imporant information to hgave control of.
2021-07-221h 57