Josh Isaak has a long history of seeing and fulfilling a need. His journey has included dropping out of college in order to run a residential painters franchise, recruiting, service-based business, and currently starting an online software company. Mysky is a CRM that focuses on small businesses.
In this interview, Scott and Josh talk about how Josh went from being terrified of failing to becoming a successful franchise owner and now entrepreneur with a need to conquer both his personal fears and his professional goals.
What really counts is the people you surround yourself with.
Books & Resources Josh Mentions in the Interview
The 4-Hour Workweek
The Lean Startup
His Personal Network
Check out Josh’s Endeavors
MySky – https://getmysky.com/
MySky is a CRM that specifically focuses on small businesses and, like CRMs as a whole, helps small business owners manage leads and track sales so they can focus on building their business and providing top-notch customer service.
Parting Advice
Give yourself permission to be outrageous
Give yourself permission to be outrageous…and know other people give you permission too!
Connect with Josh
Twitter: @josh_isaak
Email Josh: josh[at]getmysky.com
Question: How have you found a need and fulfilled it in your career?
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