Good for Business - Episode 32 - Clay Bowen

In this episode of the Good for Business podcast, host Colin Krieger interviews his longtime friend, Clay Bowen, who operates BW Landscapes and writes the "Everyday Clay" column in Columbus, Mississippi. The conversation traces Clay's personal and professional journey—from dropping out of college and rising through the restaurant industry to starting a successful landscaping business back in his hometown.

The discussion delves into the challenges and rewards of both food service and landscaping, the importance of professional licensing, and the satisfaction Clay finds in contributing to his local community. He emphasizes authenticity in his columns, shares how feedback from readers has affected him, and relates lessons learned to his family and personal growth, including health improvements and supporting his wife through breast cancer. The episode also discusses broader topics: generational misunderstandings, local business challenges, the increasing need for authenticity in media, and adapting to new technologies like AI. Both Colin and Clay reflect on the power of local storytelling, the value of leaving a record for future generations, and the importance of community support.

Host Colin Krieger is a top Realtor and home restoration specialist in the Golden Triangle region of Mississippi and is a community leader who focuses on fundraising endeavors that support those in need.