In this episode of the podcast, hosts Matt and Joy interview Matt Blaylock, the founder and CEO of Cold Penny Marketing. Blaylock, who previously had a successful career at John Deere for over 20 years, shares his decision to leave the corporate world and start his own business. He explains that he wanted to take a risk and build something new as an entrepreneur, and he emphasizes the importance of not wanting to regret not taking that chance.
Blaylock talks about the emotions that came with leaving the stability of a large company and venturing out on his own. He also shares the importance of finding mentors and seeking advice and guidance from people in your community. He encourages young people to network and build relationships with both aspirational mentors and peers in similar life stages.
The podcast also discusses Blalock's target audience for his business, which includes brands involved in sports, cause marketing, agriculture, and construction. He provides an example of a successful partnership he facilitated between John Deere and Anheuser-Busch to benefit the Farm Rescue organization.
When asked about the challenges he faced as an entrepreneur, Blalock talks about the difficulty of shifting from a corporate role to an entrepreneur and how giving back and helping others can help overcome these challenges.
In closing, Blalock provides valuable advice for young people, including asking yourself what you would regret not doing, recognizing the value of your own opinion, and being prepared for opportunities when they arise.
