Youth pastor to frog mogul? That's the path Josh Willard, CEO and founder of Josh's Frogs, an online retailer of reptile and amphibian products. Josh shares his journey from a youth ministry pastor to a successful entrepreneur who turned his hobby into a multi-million-dollar business. The discussion covers Josh's unique business start, his ethical approach to animal trading, and his company's significant growth and impact on the exotic pet industry.Link:Josh's Frogs: https://joshsfrogs.com/Subscribe to our Email Newsletter: https://totalmichigan.com/join/Find us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/totalmichiganWatch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@totalmichiganShow Notes:00:00 A Tough Start: Losing a Job and Facing Uncertainty01:10 Meet Josh Willard: From Youth Ministry to Frog Enthusiast01:59 From Pastor to Frog Seller: The Unexpected Career Shift02:54 Building a Business from a Hobby04:20 The Leap to Entrepreneurship: Risks and Rewards05:43 Overcoming Financial Hurdles: The Birth of Josh's Frogs10:58 The First Steps: Launching the Website and Early Sales13:03 Explosive Growth: From Hobby to Multi-Million Dollar Business15:54 Building a Team and Expanding the Business16:52 Ethical and Sustainable Practices17:20 Conservation Partnerships17:55 Innovative Online Retail Strategy18:57 Challenges of Captive Breeding21:06 Decision to Stay Online22:42 Expanding into New Species24:06 Unique Hiring Practices27:15 Navigating Legal and Regulatory Challenges33:04 Conclusion and Contact Information

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