AstroCraft: Grow, Influence, Invest

Imagine carving out a life where the only boss you answer to is yourself. It's the entrepreneurial dream that promises ultimate freedom—but what if that freedom is more fiction than fact? Your host, Seth Mills, strips away the glossy veneer of entrepreneurship to expose the sobering truths beneath. In this no-holds-barred episode of Astro Craft Grow, Influence, Invest, I take you through the unanticipated sacrifices and relentless commitment owning your own business truly entails. From person...

Navigate the nuanced waters of customer acquisition and pricing with us, Seth Mills, and our co-host Nik Dawson. Our latest episode promises you a blueprint for pricing services competitively, without shortchanging your business. Nik sheds light on the delicate art of setting rates that attract clients but also keep your operations in the black. Tune in for our revealing conversation about the strategic decision-making behind crafting agreements that work in your favor, and the essential bala...

Venture with us on a financial odyssey where Nik and I crack the code on staying buoyant in the service industry's sea of unpredictability. We're diving headfirst into real-deal strategies that have steadied our own ships through stormy economic climates. From engineering a six-month financial safety net to the ingenious addition of holiday light installations, we share the secrets that allow us to thrive, not just survive. Our candid conversation promises to equip you with tools for building...

Embark on a voyage through the tempestuous seas of business expansion with your seasoned navigators, Seth Mills and Nik Dawson. We tackle head-on the reality that an employee's dedication is often not a mirror image of an owner's—unveiling strategies to bridge this gap and foster a culture of commitment. Through our personal encounters, we dissect the pros and cons of commission versus hourly wages and how these financial frameworks can impact the quality of work from your team. Plus, we shar...

Have you ever questioned how to keep your friendships afloat or kindle romance when the entrepreneurial seas get rough? Seth Mills, alongside our co-host Nik Dawson, swap stories from the trenches, shedding light on the art of maintaining personal connections while helming the entrepreneurial ship. It's a candid look at how we've each grappled with setting boundaries, and the role mutual respect for time plays in relationships. We delve into the awkward moments of revealing your entrepreneuri...

When Harry Gordon Selfridge proclaimed "the customer is always right" over a century ago, he couldn't have imagined the lively debate it would spark on our show. My co-host, Nik Dawson, and I dissect this service industry commandment with a mix of storytelling and analysis. We take you behind the scenes of customer service, where the lines between respect, boundaries, and tough love are as intricate as the inner workings of a pool filter. From business owners to the corners of retail, our exp...

Who says success only comes with a degree? I'm Seth Mills, a business administration student who zig-zagged through different majors before finding my passion. And, joining me is Nik Dawson, a entrepreneur who traded traditional schooling after 10th grade for the thrilling rollercoaster of starting his own company. Together, we dig into our unique paths, debunking the notion that success only comes via traditional routes. Hear our personal experiences in education and the importance of adapta...

Ever wondered what it's like to operate a service-based business in the unpredictable climate of Texas? Join your hosts, Seth Mills and Nik Dawson, as they expose the gritty realities of being on-call 24/7, navigating the high seas of self-employment, and busting the myth of passive income.We kick off the conversation by sharing our first-hand experiences of managing work calls outside typical working hours. You'll hear us discuss our survival strategies and how we've harnessed technology to ...