How does a corporate refugee start a new business with confidence while tapping into their creative energy?    That’s what I wanted to find out from my guest, Basil Bearer.    Basil is an accomplished creative leader and talented designer with a track record of graphic and design work for mega-brands like Target.    Today, Basil runs a thriving family-run business. And it all started with franchising.   He’s living proof that a business that taps into your unique gifts and strengths, and impacts the community is one of the greatest gifts of breaking free from corporate.    Basil opened up about some of the big lessons and pivotal moments in his journey, sharing;    How to navigate the self-inflicted lows of starting and running a business with family The key mindset shift that helped Basil fight the urge to work IN the business The strategy that kept his company on its feet in 2020 so that a “low” meant breaking even, not going out of business.    In this insightful episode, you’ll learn how Basil was able to marry his left and right brain and build an in-demand creative business. For anyone with creative talent and the drive to be a free agent, this is the episode for you!   Guest Bio  Basil is the owner at Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More of Mequon. He’s an accomplished creative leader and talented designer, passionate about inspiring actions with bold innovative concepts. Now, the owner of Big Frog Custom T-Shirts and More, a custom print apparel boutique. This unique retail concept offers a full service of garment print solutions for business apparel, events, nonprofits and even "one of a kind" family gifts. Basil has a track-record for delivering powerful solutions in multiple creative disciplines, for some of the most recognizable brands in the industry, delivering measurable results. For more information, visit https://www.bigfrog.com/mequon/.