Growth Street Podcast

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Growth Street Podcast! 🎙️ Join us for an inspiring journey into the world of entrepreneurship as we sit down with our special guest, Christian Giannola.
At just 24 years old, Christian is the Co-Founder and Owner of Showtime Sneaker Boutique. From his early days as a sneaker enthusiast to navigating college and ultimately building a successful business with three thriving stores in major cities, Christian's story is one of passion, perseverance, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Discover how Christian turned his love for sneakers into a lucrative venture, catering to high-profile clients in the worlds of sports and music. In this episode, he shares invaluable insights on chasing dreams, overcoming obstacles, and achieving success at a young age.
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply seeking inspiration, Christian's experiences and recent triumphs offer a wealth of wisdom for listeners of all backgrounds.
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Darsh Patel and Michelle Feinstein cover topics such in personal and professional development such as The Power of Journey, Importance of LinkedIn, Getting A Chance, and more!
1:30 - Michelle on navigating change in her career
5:50 - Darsh on getting experience and getting started professionally
8:25 - Using LinkedIn to build a network
12:50 - Secrets and advice to mapping career goals and winning
17:59 - Reflecting on internships, job after college, and failure
24:56 - How and why Growth Street was created
27:16 - Approaching career development to win in 2024
36:45 - The important and value of community
44:30 - Expecting the unexpected, pivoting, and bouncing back
52:20 - Impact of feedback on growth
58:56 - Embracing your uniqueness to create your own journey
1:01:41 - #1 Real definition of college
1:04:02 - How short term steps create long term success
1:06:12 - Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
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Welcome to Episode 14 of the Growth Street Podcast! 🎙️ Dive into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and innovation with our special guest, Austin Thomas.

Austin is not just a Marketing Analyst at Process Research & Optimization; he is also the visionary Founder and CEO of two thriving companies: JERPA and Fit2Fulfill. From his beginnings as an intern at Campbell’s Soup, where he honed his skills in bringing products from ideation to shelf life, to leading groundbreaking ventures, Austin’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.

In this episode, Austin takes us through his transformative college years at Penn State University, where he graduated from the honors college, walked on to the men’s basketball team, and founded his first company, JERPA—an innovative clothing line known for its sherpa-lined items. Under his leadership, JERPA has soared to over $200,000 in revenue, propelled by a strong network of over 50 college ambassadors.

Austin also discusses the launch of Fit2Fulfill, a custom apparel sourcing company that caters to the specific needs of businesses and organizations. Beyond business, we delve into the impacts of social media on today’s society—the good, the bad, and the transformative.

Hear Austin share invaluable insights on starting businesses, networking with celebrities like Matt Rife, Saquon Barkley, and Salim The Dream, and his personal focus on accountability and passion.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or someone passionate about innovation and leadership, Austin's experiences and tips are invaluable.

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Darsh Patel and Zach Joyner cover topics such has the importance of people in your life for your professional journey, how to become an x-factor in recruiting and in your career, and the importance of skill development in todays corporate landscape. Zach also shares amazing stories of getting internships, jobs, and his journey of becoming a college freshman to a high earning and achieving account executive at LinkedIn.
0:00 Intros & Finding Mentorship
18:00 Navigating Recruitment
26:00 Filling Up Your Resume
33:00 Navigating the early stages
37:00 Sharing Passions
40:00 Exploring passion projects
46:00 "The Real" & Mentorship
54:00 Story of the Century
1:06:00 3 pieces of advice
1:10:00 Shoutouts