My Passion is Helping Founders and Investors Launch, Grow, and Thrive
Hey there… I’m Andy!
I’m a Serial Entrepreneur, Venture Builder, Mentor, Speaker, Engineer, and Basketball Coach
How Can We Work Together?
Look, I do a lot of things.
But they all tie back to one thing: BUILDING
🎯Build amazing companies with a solid product market fit, in a hungry market and get them to go past the Momentum Phase into spaces they never dared to go before.
🎯Build passive revenue streams for our investors.
🎯Build powerful relationships with local businesses and entrepreneurs.
🎯Build a better future for our country through business.
Want to build with me?
BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES
Entrepreneurs
Are you an entrepreneur who’s done this before, but are stuck with your newest venture? I get it. The landscape has changed. Business principles are the same, but the tools and culture are so different. AI, SaaS, Social media, virtual/remote workers, and the “young ones” are dominating the spaces…
What I do best is take good ol’ solid business principles and marry them with 2023 tools to hit growth faster. Interested in learning more? CLICK HERE
Investors
You’re at the end of a long, solid career. But you ain’t ready for it to be truly over. You’ve got tons of business knowledge and experience and are looking to park your money in some investment opportunities that are not highly volatile
I have businesses that I’ve vetted out with my engineering mindset and my BlackSmith Ventures principles that are looking for the right people to invest in them.
There are two ways we can do this:
Fully passive.
Or you can take all of your hard work and experiences and be not only an investor but an advisor to the businesses you invest in… because, you’re never truly out of the game, are you?
CLICK HERE for investment opportunities.
Passive Income
Looking for passive income opportunities? Hands off, definitely not a second job? I’m partnered with two AMAZING companies that have a proven track record for their clients.
Welcome to Andy’s Learning Center

Jun 06 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Beyond Money: Why Passion and Commitment Are Vital for Entrepreneurs

Jun 06 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Beyond Money: Why Passion and Commitment Are Vital for Entrepreneurs
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Jun 01 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Unlocking Success while Maintaining Your Values: Introducing Our 12-Week Mastermind Program
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May 31 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Unlocking Success: Our Methodology for Selecting Entrepreneurs for Our 12-Week Mastermind Program
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May 30 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Power of Video: Tapping into Why Video Works
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May 27 , 2023 | Andy Smith
My Recent Boston Experience
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May 26 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Every Person We Meet in Our Life Has a Lesson for Us, No Matter How Small
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May 25 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Handling Rejection as a Business Owner
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May 24 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Social Media Boundaries: How to Be Personable and Relatable While Maintaining Boundaries for You and Your Family
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May 23 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less for Entrepreneurs
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May 22 , 2023 | Andy Smith
When The “Entrepreneur” Gets in the Way
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May 21 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Power of Storytelling for Entrepreneurs
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May 20 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Inspiring Underdog Story of Airbnb
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May 19 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Business: What We Can Learn From Our Kids
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May 18 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Power of Rebranding: Success Stories from Major Companies
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May 17 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Power of the Pivot: How Your Business Can Thrive on Change
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May 16 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Consequences of a Misaligned Vision
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May 15 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Biggest Reason Startups Fail
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May 14 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Elevate your team, Elevate your business, Elevate yourself.
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May 13 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Boston: The Startup City
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May 12 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Why You Should Be Investing
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May 11 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Why I’ll Always Be in the Game
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May 10 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Entrepreneur's Journey: Navigating the Highs and Lows
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May 09 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Rebrand v. Rebuild
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May 08 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Quiet Influence, Authentic Leadership
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May 07 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Essential Traits for Exceptional Business Owners
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May 06 , 2023 | Andy Smith
AI is the Future, It’s Time to Embrace it
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May 05 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Social Media is Essential for Your Business in 2023
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May 04 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Vision & Values
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May 03 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How Investing in Community Can Make You a Stronger Leader
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May 02 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Our Commitment to Transparency and Communication
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May 01 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Why “Failure” is Not in My Vocabulary
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Apr 30 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Why "No" can be the Biggest Blessing of Your Life as an Entrepreneur
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Apr 29 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Igniting a sense of Belonging and Purpose
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Apr 28 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Build Your Momentum By Taking Small Steps
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Apr 27 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Proving Them Wrong: Alabama and Georgia Offer a Variety Of Opportunities
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Apr 26 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Different Types of Investors
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Apr 20 , 2023 | Andy Smith
TechCrunch Early Stage 2023
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Apr 18 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Proper Delegation Helps Me Be Where I'm Needed Most
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Apr 17 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Two Types of Investors
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Apr 14 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Morning Routine as a Venture Builder
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Apr 12 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Being Busy Does Not Equate To Being Productive
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Apr 10 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Unlocking Startup Success: Building A Community For Founders
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Apr 07 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Building Up Local Communities of Early-stage Startup Founders
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Apr 06 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Are You A Startup Founder Looking For Help To Scale Your Business?
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Apr 05 , 2023 | Andy Smith
As Entrepreneurs, How Do You Unwind?
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Apr 04 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How Having A Founder Mindset Will Help Your Business
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Apr 03 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Right Mindset Combined with Resourcefulness Will Scale Your Business
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Mar 31 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Understanding The Right Tools You Need For Your Business
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Mar 30 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Surrounding Yourself with The Right People: A Key To Entrepreneurial Success
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Mar 29 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Have You Identified Your "Dirty Reps"?
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Mar 28 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Only Limit You Have is What You Set For Yourself
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Mar 21 , 2023 | Andy Smith
As Entrepreneurs, Do You Sometimes Feel Lost?
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Mar 17 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Be Where You Are Needed Most
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Mar 16 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Your Mindset Will Determine Your Success
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Mar 15 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Why Do You Do What You Do?
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Mar 14 , 2023 | Andy Smith
You Are Whatever You Believe You Are
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Mar 13 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Venture Building: Making Certainty Out of Uncertainty
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Mar 12 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Every Successful Business Started With A Dream
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Mar 11 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Entrepreneurship is a Team Sport: Find Your Tribe
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Mar 10 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Money Is Not Always The Answer
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Mar 09 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Importance of Having a Clear Vision in Your Venture
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Mar 08 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Identifying The Right Target Customers Will Kick-start Your Early-Stage Startup
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Mar 07 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Proper Delegation: One Key To Scaling Your Business
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Mar 06 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Money Is Not All You Need To Start Your Venture
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Mar 05 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How Do You Keep Your Work-life Balance?
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Mar 03 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Are You Looking For Something Or Someone To Help Your Business Grow?
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Mar 02 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Natural Disasters Expo USA: Day 2 Update
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Mar 01 , 2023 | Andy Smith
What Important Factors Do You Keep Your Focus On?
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Feb 28 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Are You Planning to Invest In Early-Stage Startups?
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Feb 27 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Investing in Early-stage Startups is Fun
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Feb 25 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Why Is It So Hard To Invest In Early Stage Startups?
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Feb 24 , 2023 | Andy Smith
The Power Of Excellent Customer Service To Your Business Growth
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Feb 22 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How Do We Make Investing Less Boring? - Enter the Early Stage Venture
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Feb 21 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Forging Success: How Starting a Business is Like Being a BlackSmith
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Feb 20 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Are You Controlling Your Calendar Or Is It The Other Way Around?
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Feb 19 , 2023 | Andy Smith
A Final Update on My Daughter's LLS Campaign
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Feb 18 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Do You Have the Right People in Your Tribe?
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Feb 17 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Social Media: A Real Game-Changer
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Feb 16 , 2023 | Andy Smith
What is the BSV Launch Program?
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Feb 15 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How Do You Market Your Business?
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Feb 14 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How Do You Keep Your Focus?
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Feb 13 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Overcoming the Biggest Obstacles to Business Success
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Feb 11 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How Much Should a Founder Pay for Mentorship or Coaching?
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Feb 10 , 2023 | Andy Smith
What Is Acceleration Capital?
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Feb 09 , 2023 | Andy Smith
My 2023 CADREcon Experience
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Feb 08 , 2023 | Andy Smith
My Daughter's Journey of Raising Money for LLS
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Feb 07 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How To Level Up Your Entrepreneurial Game
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Feb 06 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How To Get Your Business To Momentum Phase
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Feb 03 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Adapting To The Speed of Change
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Feb 02 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Do You Consider Your Venture A Media Company?
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Feb 01 , 2023 | Andy Smith
3 Keys To Entrepreneurial Success
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Jan 31 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How Did We Raise Early Capital?
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Jan 30 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Finding the Right Tool Will Help You Launch
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Jan 29 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Remember Legos? Let's Compare it to Venture Building
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Jan 27 , 2023 | Andy Smith
What Drives You?
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Jan 26 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Wanna make a Big Impact?
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Jan 25 , 2023 | Andy Smith
One Common Struggle Among Startups
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Jan 24 , 2023 | Andy Smith
How do you find relevance?
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Jan 23 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Do You Have a Business Playbook?
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Jan 21 , 2023 | Andy Smith
Have You Taken Your Eye Off the Ball?
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Jun 01 , 2022 | Andy Smith
How to Choose the Right Steel for Your Storm Shelter
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May 30 , 2022 | Andy Smith
The True Meaning of Memorial Day
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Blacksmithing Today: How Innovation is Forging a New Future
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May 24 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Community Storm Shelters: How They're Saving Lives at Work
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May 20 , 2022 | Andy Smith
How to know if you're ready to take your product to market?
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May 19 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Where does the term 'Blacksmith on the corner' originate?
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May 18 , 2022 | Andy Smith
10 Ways Stress Affects You (And What to Do About It)
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May 17 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Rising Tornado Activity Prompts Homeowners to Invest in Safe Room
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May 16 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Venturing into the Blacksmith's World: How BlackSmith is Back
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May 15 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Surround Yourself With The Right People: Especially Entrepreneurs
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May 14 , 2022 | Andy Smith
The Origins of Entrepreneurship: How Blacksmiths Forged the Way
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Feb 25 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Safety, Security, and Confidence... RemainSafe
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Feb 07 , 2022 | Andy Smith
My Kids Found Out I'm Cool - At Least I Thought...
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Feb 06 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Life is about balance, Entrepreneurship is about cash flow...
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Feb 01 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Are You Focused On What Matters
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Jan 30 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Alabama Offering Storm Shelter Tax Credits in 2022
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Jan 30 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Do You Have the Right Team Supporting Your Startup?
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Jan 21 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Chattanooga is Entrepreneurship, Today was for Entrepreneurs
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Jan 18 , 2022 | Andy Smith
How do you ensure your truck doesn't leave your site overweight?
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Jan 17 , 2022 | Andy Smith
The Highlight of My Career
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Jan 16 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Do Relationships Matter in business?
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Jan 16 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Can We Really Construct Buildings From Air?
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Jan 13 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks
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Jan 11 , 2022 | Andy Smith
"Now What" Jam Session #2
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Jan 09 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Helping Real People Solve Real Problems is Why We Wake Up
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Jan 08 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Creating a Revolution of "Blue Collar" Entrepreneurs...wanna join
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Jan 07 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Molded and Forged to Make an Infinite Impact on Others
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Jan 07 , 2022 | Andy Smith
HUGE NEWS: Alabama Announces Storm Shelter Tax Credit
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Jan 05 , 2022 | Andy Smith
"Facing Fear" by Kevin Belz
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Jan 04 , 2022 | Andy Smith
In Times of Uncertainty, Triple Down on Confidence
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Jan 02 , 2022 | Andy Smith
Is the Uncertainty Crushing You?
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Dec 31 , 2021 | Andy Smith
RemainSafe's FEMA Compliant Storm Shelters Being Delivered
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Dec 30 , 2021 | Andy Smith
Storm Shelters Save Lives
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Dec 28 , 2021 | Andy Smith
Why is Social Media So Hard, ugh?
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Dec 26 , 2021 | Andy Smith
Does Open Minded Leadership Work?
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Dec 23 , 2021 | Andy Smith
Today, I chose my word of the year for 2022
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Dec 17 , 2021 | Andy Smith
Why did I wait so long to learn this?
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Dec 14 , 2021 | Andy Smith
The Mindset around working together to grow, scale, and thrive
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Dec 12 , 2021 | Andy Smith
How to Find Creativity
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Dec 11 , 2021 | Andy Smith
Deadly Tornado Rips through Kentucky and the South
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Dec 10 , 2021 | Andy Smith
Linkedin Doesn't Work - Now What?
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Dec 09 , 2021 | Andy Smith
The life of a 2X Entrepreneur and Founder - Andy Smith
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Dec 09 , 2021 | Andy Smith
Find Your Superpower Entrepreneur
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Dec 09 , 2021 | Andy Smith