In the 70th episode of Simply Business, meet Shawn King, known in the industry as Mr. Fence. He didn’t just inherit a family business; he was thrust into leadership before he was ready. At just 21, Shawn found himself at the helm of a company in serious trouble: struggling operations, no clear systems, and a legacy in danger of collapse.

But Shawn didn’t quit. Instead, he committed to learning, building, and thinking long-term. Over the years, he reinvented the business from the inside out—creating scalable systems, prioritizing education, and ultimately becoming one of the most respected voices in the fencing industry.

🎧 In this episode, Shawn opens up about the mindset shift that changed everything and the systems that now support not only his business but others across the country.

💬 Themes include:

• The mindset of a young leader under pressure
• Turning a struggling business into an industry benchmark
• Why personal brand and professional systems matter
• How Shawn trains and empowers others in the fence industry

👉 Tune in for raw truths, practical wisdom, and a dose of entrepreneurial grit from someone who built a legacy by refusing to give up.

In the 68th episode of Simply Business, John Jennings sits down with Taylor Sears, Chief Operating Officer of Silent Guard Security and Davis HVAC Experts. Taylor shares a compelling journey that winds through college athletics, working for the Cincinnati Bengals, a stint in Kentucky state politics, and ultimately returning to help lead his family’s dual-division business.

This conversation touches on what it means to lead with purpose, how real-world experience can be the best education, and why service industries like HVAC and security play a critical role in community well-being.

With warmth and humility, Taylor reflects on learning from mentors, adapting through generational transitions in a family business, and the importance of showing up whether for customers or colleagues.

🎧 Tune in for an inspiring take on leadership, business growth, and the impact of doing good work with a good heart.

👉 Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe, share, or connect with us!

In this special solo episode of the Simply Business podcast, I’m stepping away from interviews to share some reflections on a topic that’s often overlooked but absolutely vital: rest.

After a recent unplugged vacation, I realized just how powerful intentional rest can be not as a luxury, but as a true leadership necessity. I’ll introduce you to the concept I call the “ROI of Rest” (the ROR) and share some personal stories, including a deeply tragic one, that underscore why rest isn’t something you earn, but something you must protect.

I’ll also dive into practical insights around burnout, balance, and delegation—because if you’re like me and many entrepreneurs I know, it’s easy to feel tethered to your business.

If you’re looking for more creativity, clarity, and courage, this episode is for you. It’s a wake-up call to pause, protect what matters, and lead better.

➡️ Tune in, subscribe, and let’s build businesses that run without burning us out.