Jay Doran brings real-world business experience and a candid perspective to Episode 9 of The Relentless Podcast. Sam DeMaio and Jay have an honest conversation about the ups and downs of running a business, the importance of adaptability, and the lessons that only come from being in the trenches. Jay’s insights are practical, direct, and immediately applicable.
Jay Doran on Navigating Business Challenges
Jay does not sugarcoat the challenges of entrepreneurship. He talks about the moments when things went wrong — deals that fell through, partnerships that did not work out, and decisions that looked right at the time but did not play out as expected. More importantly, he shares how he recovered, adapted, and came back stronger each time. Sam’s own journey with Showcase Remodels mirrors these ups and downs, making this a conversation between two battle-tested operators.
Adaptability as a Competitive Advantage
Jay and Sam agree that the ability to adapt is the single most important skill in business. Markets change, customer preferences shift, and new competitors emerge — the operators who thrive are the ones who adjust quickly while maintaining their core values and quality standards.
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- Jason Jones on Personal Growth, Accountability, and Relentless Self-Improvement — Episode 15
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