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Unusually Successful

Unusually Successful

By Sean Dipple

Unusually Successful is hosted by Sean Dipple and produced locally in the Upstate of South Carolina. This show highlights people who have achieved unusual success, and tells the story of how they got there.
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Guy Furay - The Insurance Source

Unusually SuccessfulSep 13, 2021

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Guy Furay - The Insurance Source

Guy Furay - The Insurance Source

There's a recurring theme in Guy's business and in his life. He loves people and loves helping those people. 

Sep 13, 202152:43
JT Tatem - Transworld

JT Tatem - Transworld

JT is the man you want to talk to if you want to buy, sell, or franchise a business. He has the experience and passion to be an invaluable asset in that scenario, and shares a lot of what he has learned with us here in this episode. 

Aug 30, 202101:03:07
Scott Pancoast - Zylo

Scott Pancoast - Zylo

Scott retired to Greenville before he even started the company that we cover in this episode. He has a dizzying resume of successful businesses, and this one may just be the most exciting!

Aug 16, 202157:11
Julie Redman - Sweet Sippin'

Julie Redman - Sweet Sippin'

From Canada to college lacrosse coach to corporate dropout to toffee maker to wine bar owner - meet Julie!

Aug 03, 202101:01:44
Haro Setian - The Haro Group

Haro Setian - The Haro Group

Haro might have showed up at your door years ago trying to sell you an educational book, and he leaned on that experience to create one of the most well known real estate groups in town. 

Jul 19, 202101:02:40
Alex Dmyterko - Blackstream

Alex Dmyterko - Blackstream

Alex played goalie in the 1979 U.S. Open championship game, and now he sits down with Sean to talk real estate, life perspective, and business in general.

Jul 06, 202158:10
Joan Herlong - Sotheby's International Realty

Joan Herlong - Sotheby's International Realty

Joan Herlong was certain that the last thing she would ever do is follow in her mother's footsteps and become a realtor. Turns out, she was wrong, and it turned out alright for her!

Jun 21, 202157:03
Jennifer Flowers - FCF Combined Training Academy

Jennifer Flowers - FCF Combined Training Academy

Jennifer was one of those girls who was obsessed with horses, but she stuck with it, and now you might see her on a national team competing against the world. 

Jun 07, 202159:28
Bob Morgan - Quitchet

Bob Morgan - Quitchet

Bob has started multiple companies, owned a bowling alley, built a small theme park, managed a well known restaurant, been a consultant, and had a successful real estate career. None of that is what this episode is about.

May 24, 202158:50
Nate Hamblen - Red Elm

Nate Hamblen - Red Elm

Nate wants to grow his company quickly, but understands that you cannot cut corners to make that happen. This episode has a lot of advice for business owners who deeply desire success but want to do it the right way. 

May 10, 202101:00:11
Ben Leinster - AFF Group

Ben Leinster - AFF Group

Ben has one of the most interesting "full circle" stories that we have heard. The family business was hard on him as a kid, and he wanted out. Now? He owns it.

Apr 26, 202155:55
Andy Kurtz - Kopis

Andy Kurtz - Kopis

Andy is almost at his goal of having his company, Kopis, to the point of running itself. This episode tells the story of what it took to build to that point. 

Apr 12, 202159:14
Tammy Johnson - High Spirits Hospitality

Tammy Johnson - High Spirits Hospitality

Most serial entrepreneurs are working one or two businesses at a time. Tammy is currently running four simultaneously, all of which exist to meet each others needs. 

Mar 29, 202158:15
Paul Nichols - Upstate Granite Solutions

Paul Nichols - Upstate Granite Solutions

Most granite companies don't expect an upset customer to use his circular saw and self motivation to become the dominate player in their field, but that's what Paul Nichols did to the upstate South Carolina stone market!

Mar 15, 202153:40
Veera Gaul - Oil and Vinegar

Veera Gaul - Oil and Vinegar

Veera's name means "brave" or "courageous" in her native tongue, and she has exemplified that in her journey through life so far.

Mar 01, 202155:00
Meredith Noon - Noon and Hammett

Meredith Noon - Noon and Hammett

Meredith is known for her networking skills, and she credits that passion with the success her law firm has seen. 

Feb 15, 202147:59
Colby Howard - NASCAR Xfinity Series

Colby Howard - NASCAR Xfinity Series

Colby is from the Upstate of South Carolina, and is getting ready to kick off his second season in the NASCAR Xfinity series, and he hasn't even been alive for two full decades.

Feb 08, 202144:31
Brian Stearns - RingoFire

Brian Stearns - RingoFire

Brian talks about his journey from DJ'ing a local country bar to leading one of the top fastest growing ad agencies in the country. 

Feb 01, 202144:57
Brian Sanders - Sharp Business Systems

Brian Sanders - Sharp Business Systems

Your first impression of Brian probably wouldn't be that he is a driven overachiever in one of the most competitive sales industries around, but that is what he does! Sean and Brian discuss what drives him to be the best, how his upbringing influenced that, and what tips he might have for sales-people trying to reach the level he is on.

Jan 18, 202153:34
Nathan Kaser - Renaissance Custom Homes

Nathan Kaser - Renaissance Custom Homes

Nathan turned a lawn mowing job into a successful building and development company and has some tips on how to prioritize business and family life.

Jan 04, 202158:12
Tay and Sarah Nelson - Bobby's BBQ

Tay and Sarah Nelson - Bobby's BBQ

Tay and Sarah cook up a mean BBQ meal and an even better customer service experience. They went from a career working for one of the largest companies in the world to owning a business in a 16 foot wide building that has fans from all over. 

Dec 14, 202059:60
Ric Hoke and Andrew Oliver - WAVS Custom

Ric Hoke and Andrew Oliver - WAVS Custom

Ric and Andrew met when one of them needed a 3D printer, and ended up working together to try to change the audio world for the better.

Nov 30, 202058:14
Laurie Cassille Howard - Wining Down

Laurie Cassille Howard - Wining Down

Laurie sold wine to Seahawks fans in Seattle, toured with a Rock and Roll hall of famer AND a country music hall of famer, and a lot more. 

Nov 16, 202047:49
Brian Crowder - Curb Appeal Solutions

Brian Crowder - Curb Appeal Solutions

Brian hasn't had a boss since he was 16, has been successful with multiple businesses, and moved his family across the entire country without work waiting for him. 

Nov 02, 202055:31
What is Unusually Successful?

What is Unusually Successful?

First time listening? Here is what you can expect from Sean and the team at Unusually Successful.

Oct 22, 202001:50