Episode 27 | The Rise of Justin: Inside the Mind of an Entrepreneur

The Rise of Basic Men

In this raw and entertaining episode of "The Rise of Basic Men Podcast," we are joined by our great friend Justin Rossi, an entrepreneurial jack-of-all-trades with a history of diverse business ventures. Justin's candid storytelling, filled with laughter and real-life lessons, provides listeners with a mix of inspiration, practical advice, and hilarious moments.

Highlights of this Episode:

• Justin's Entrepreneurial Beginnings: Dive into Justin's early days, influenced by his metal artist father, and discover how it shaped his determination to create his own path.
• Spicy Adventures in Food and Beverage: From running an unlicensed food truck in Austin to creating a prepackaged meal delivery service, Justin shares laugh-out-loud stories, including a spicy mishap with stuffed peppers that taught him the importance of gloves.
• Wild Party Boat Business: Hear about the crazy journey of starting a successful party boat company on Lake Travis, where Justin and his friend revolutionized the market with mixed group bookings, leading to some unforgettable bachelor and bachelorette party antics.
• Massage Therapy Misadventures: Amusing tales from Justin's time as a massage therapist, featuring unexpected strains on his own body and the quirky interactions with clients.
• Navigating Business Pitfalls and Successes: Justin opens up about the mistakes made, lessons learned, and the resilience needed to keep pushing forward. He highlights the importance of thorough research, market testing, and avoiding financial over-leveraging.
• Amazon E-Commerce Journey: Justin’s dive into Amazon sales comes with its own set of challenges, like dealing with oversized packaging and keyword restrictions, all recounted with his signature wit.

From the spicy pepper incident that left Justin in an ice bath to the hilarious interactions during his massage therapy days, this episode is filled with laugh-out-loud moments. Hear about the wild antics on party boats, sunburned guests, and the absurd measures taken to deal with 120-degree heat inside a food truck. Whether you’re looking for entrepreneurial insights or just a good laugh, this episode has it all.

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Episode Runtime: Approx. 110 minutes