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While most people are Jet setting across the country, around the world, living that Instagram lifestyle, there is one man who is defying convention by simply keeping common sense infused in his life and businesses. Dan Ward started his work life like many who have come before him by taking a journey into the college system, graduating and quickly learning that working for FedEx, Darden Restaurants, and other companies in Corporate America would not be enough to keep him free from the “golden handcuffs.” Today, Dan is a serial entrepreneur who has figured out how to replace himself as the technician and become the owner in various industries including gutter replacement, barbershops, real estate, and much more. In this episode of Step It Up Entrepreneur, Tom and Dan get raw and real as they discuss the American educational system, the pros and cons of a college education, slugging it out in a comfy corporate lifestyle, and pivoting into the fulfilling world of entrepreneurship. They’ll discuss business hacks that have led them to get business in any industry up and running quickly and profitably. This episode is so good, there are two parts to it. What You'll Learn: Why Dan prefers minivans to private jets Two things Dan learned while working in corporate America The longstanding discussion of the value of a college education in today’s technology-infused world How applying a common sense approach to life and business saved him thousands of dollars Being resourceful will keep you from having to learn hard lessons if you simply mimic what’s already proven to be successful How to spot a good location for a brick and mortar One hack that will allow you to open any franchise type model without paying exorbitant fees And much more! FAVORITE QUOTE: “So when I graduated college, I went to FedEx and was like, “I got this degree, bro!” They told me they had an opening in Memphis as a Dock Supervisor and it was a position that required a 4-year degree. They came back saying it started at $35,000. And I was like, but I have this piece of paper. Where’s the money?” Dan Ward Connect with Dan Ward: Facebook Instagram New Podcast Coming Soon: The Dirt Road CEO Podcast How To Get Involved: From his start in the GPS tracking industry to founding the Step It Up Academy, Tomas Keenan is on a mission to break out of the concept of “average” and reach the success that is anything but. And he wants you to join him. Check Tomas out on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and don’t forget to visit tomaskeenan.com and sign up to make sure you never miss an episode drop. Enjoyed the episode? Hop over to Apple Podcasts for more! Like and share to help spread the word. We appreciate your support—and we hope to return the favor: Leave a review to let us know what you want to hear from Tomas next.