Unusually Successful - Unique Stories from Upstate South Carolina: Recent Episodes
Sean Dipple
Unusually Successful is interested in unusual journeys more than unusual levels of success. Hosted by Sean Dipple, it's one on one conversations about how and why people got to where they are today. A Forthright Records production.
Joe grew up in the Upstate of SC and is about to open Scoundrel, a French Bistro with a southern flair, in the heart of downtown Greenville. In between, he honed his craft at some of the best restaurants in the world. If you're interested in the local business and food scene, you'll enjoy this converstaion.
Christine had a long career in a lot of things that had nothing to do with her current job, but now is traveling the world to meet the makers of her new product, wine.
Logan and his classmates turned a class project into a Shark Tank appearance and a multi-million dollar company that won't stop growing.
John has been an "intrepreneur", entrepreneur, and now spends his time supporting others in those areas now.
Dr. Spence Taylor was almost the president of Clemson University after years of being a vascular surgeon and running Greenville Health System. Now, he focuses on improving healthcare by focusing on the most important part: the doctor-patient relationship.
In his own words, Tommy is just a "simple country fella", but in our words, that attitude is exactly why he has seen the success that he has.
There's a recurring theme in Guy's business and in his life. He loves people and loves helping those people.
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.
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!
From Canada to college lacrosse coach to corporate dropout to toffee maker to wine bar owner - meet Julie!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Veera's name means "brave" or "courageous" in her native tongue, and she has exemplified that in her journey through life so far.
Meredith is known for her networking skills, and she credits that passion with the success her law firm has seen.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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