In this special episode of Utah Daily, host Skylar Bytendorp gathers five members from Penthive, a unique organization aimed at entrepreneurs in Utah. Penthive is detailed as a networking, goal-setting, and accountability group designed to support entrepreneurs in their formative years through weekly meetings that alternate between fun networking activities and mastermind sessions focused on overcoming business challenges. Subscription-based, Penthive prides itself on providing value exponentially exceeding the cost, catering to individuals at any stage of their entrepreneurial journey. Through real-life testimonials and an in-depth conversation, listeners are introduced to the benefits of Penthive, including its structured support system, the importance of accountability, networking strategies, and overcoming the fear of competition. The podcast underscores Penthive's role not just as a group but as a community that propels individuals from being a 'wantrepreneur' to a successful entrepreneur.

Justin shares his journey from growing up in a middle-class family in Utah to his early struggles after getting married young and starting from the bottom. He discusses his explorations in various jobs before discovering real estate and specifically wholesaling. Despite initial setbacks and financial struggles, including a costly coaching program that failed to deliver immediate results, Justin persisted. He learned the business from the ground up, going from cold-calling for others to starting his own wholesaling business. Justin shares how important experiences of hardship were, shaping his work ethic, sharpening his business acumen, and deepening his commitment to his family. Now, he is focused on growth, driving towards a goal of consistently making $100,000 per month while prioritizing time with his family.

Utah-based artist Heather Olsen honed her skills in classical realism at the Bridge Academy of Art and the Hein Atelier of Art, before earning her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Utah. Since then, Heather has gained national recognition as an award-winning exhibiting artist, and has also been sought after for her commissioned paintings including "Together We Can Do This" (commissioned by Intermountain Healthcare), as well as portraits of several Utah Governors and local legislative officials. While Heather enjoys painting a range of subjects, her true passion lies in capturing the personality and emotion of animals and people.

Host Skylar Bytendorp interviews Gaya Samarasingha, founder of Kalaia Products. Originally from Sri Lanka, Gaya shares her journey moving to the U.S. for education, starting with just two suitcases and working on campus. After graduating and working in the business industry for a decade, she quit to start her own skincare company in 2017. Inspired by her roots in Sri Lanka, Gaya uses natural ingredients commonly found in Ayurvedic medicine for her products. She talks about the importance of consistency in seeing results. Gaya also discusses the challenges she faced in securing funding and how it led her to start Kaliya Cares, a microloan program that funds female-owned businesses worldwide. Despite hardships she faced, Gaya's dedication towards providing a natural, result-oriented skin care range continues to make an impact in the lives of her customers.

In this episode of the Utah Daily podcast, host Skylar Bytendorp interviews Jen Banks, a podcaster and mother living in Utah. Jen discusses her podcast 'A is for Adversity' that is structured in seasons with topics changing with each new season. Currently, the podcast covers topics around women maintaining their identities, which is particularly close to her heart as she is a mother of three boys herself. Jen talks about the challenge of balancing motherhood with personal passions and dreams. She mentions her brand, which aims to connect and empower women, particularly mothers. The podcast also covers the topic of Jen's ambitious project, writing a book within a week with the help of an author adventure program, budgeted at $35,000. Her aspiration is to make the book about her relationship with her mom and how it has shaped her identity.

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Daniel shares insights from his personal life and details about his journey starting from his birth with Wolff Parkinson White syndrome, a heart disease, to becoming an advocate for holistic health and fitness. He introduces his formula for achieving balance, discussing the five pillars of health which include nutrition, quality sleep, strenuous exercise, positive mindset and healthy relationships. He emphasizes that adopting a positive mindset and linking it with the right identity is critical in forming and maintaining healthy habits. He also briefly shares about his supplement brand MindFit and his recently published book, 'The Five Pillars of Health: A Foundational Guide to Achieving Balance Towards Self Actualization'.

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The conversation starts with Curt's journey from Ohio to Utah, his love for the state, and why he chose to retire there. The emphasis then shifts to their shared passion for entrepreneurship. The talk includes tips for aspiring entrepreneurs, focusing on the significance of starting a business even in oversaturated markets, with the belief in offering better service and building a strong relationship with clients. The podcast also navigates through the importance of building a business based on personal interests and the utilization of available free resources. Lastly, they engage in an enlightening discussion on religion and its teachings, prizing it as a form of self-improvement regardless of personal beliefs. Curt also made several book recommendations, highlighting entrepreneurship and self-development.

In this episode of Utah Daily Podcast, host Skylar Bytendorp sits down with marital coach and expert, Brenda Kradolfer. Brenda not only shares her personal journey through marriage but also discusses her coaching method, which includes six intimacy skills to improve relationships. Her method focuses on practices such as gratitude, self-care, relinquishing control, and mutually restoring respect within the relationship. She insists that these simple shifts can make a major positive impact, countering common misconceptions that relationships must always be hard work or fixed by both partners simultaneously. Brenda also encourages women to take time for self-care, suggesting that investing in oneself can profoundly improve one's marriage and general well-being.