The En Factor Podcast features conversations with entrepreneurs who have started, stumbled and succeeded.
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Chad Jenkins, the visionary president and CEO of SeedSpark, a groundbreaking technology company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. With over two decades of entrepreneurial experience, Chad shares his remarkable journey from launching a landscaping business in middle school to founding multiple successful ventures, including SeedSpark and JenCon Builders. Learn how Chad’s unique Growth FlyWheel principles™ have transformed businesses by removing inefficiencies, setting audacious goals, and leveraging strategic collaborations. Discover the innovative strategies behind SeedSpark’s mission to provide technology solutions that impact companies’ bottom lines, and Chad’s commitment to empowering SMBs through Charlotte Growth Partners and SMBHR. Don’t miss this episode filled with valuable insights and actionable advice for entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Chapters
00:00 • Introduction and Overview of SeedSpark
01:01 • Empowering Entrepreneurs and Identifying Hidden Opportunities
03:02 • Value Creation and Entrepreneurial Mindset
04:12 • The Process of Unlocking Hidden Opportunities
06:08 • Chad’s Entrepreneurial Journey
10:02 • Scaling SeedSpark through Partnerships
14:32 • Building a Consulting Company and Scaling Personal Expertise
22:23 • Measuring and Understanding Mindset
26:15 • The Importance of an Open Mindset
27:52 • Naming and Productization
35:06 • The Role of AI in Naming
35:24 • Growth Flywheel Principles
39:26 • Building a Robust Network
44:23 • Avoiding Common Mistakes
47:31 • Embracing Failure
51:08 • Adding a Zero
52:06 • Book and Contact Information
Episode takeaways
- SeedSpark empowers entrepreneurs by identifying hidden opportunities within their existing resources.
- Value creation is key to driving growth and removing competition.
- Having an open mindset and being willing to think unconventionally is crucial for success.
- Scaling a consulting company can be achieved through partnerships and productizing expertise.
The En Factor® Podcast
Conversations with Entrepreneurs
Hosted by Dr. Rebecca White
Our audience of aspiring and established entrepreneurs are inspired to persevere throughout their entrepreneurial journey. You will hear first-hand stories of success, resilience through failure, and how to become a master in your field.