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The Unexpected Business Connection I Made on a Gravel Climb

The Unexpected Business Connection I Made on a Gravel Climb

by Jonathan Brake | Jul 23, 2025 | Monday Myth Check

Ever notice how some of your best conversations happen in the most unexpected places? Yesterday, what started as a routine bike ride turned into a reminder about the power of staying open to possibilities. A Chance Encounter on Fresh Gravel I was grinding up a newly...
Myth Check: A Great Product Sells Itself

Myth Check: A Great Product Sells Itself

by Jonathan Brake | Jul 14, 2025 | Monday Myth Check

Ever heard someone say “build a better mousetrap and the world will beat a path to your door”? After 30+ years in marketing and product development, I’m here to tell you that’s complete nonsense. This Monday Myth Check tackles one of the most...
The Real Journey: What 15 Years of Building a Business Has Taught Me

The Real Journey: What 15 Years of Building a Business Has Taught Me

by Jonathan Brake | Jul 8, 2025 | People, Processes, Purpose

G’day! I’m Jonathan Brake, and I want to take you back ten years to a moment at Niagara Falls with my Bride, Rebecca. After 15 years of grinding it out in business, we had finally reached a position where we could travel together and enjoy moments like...

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