Hey, Life with Justin Stephens community! Justin here, with a journal entry on what's been going on in my world lately. As we document this journey through personal finance, success, business, sales, and marketing, these updates keep it real and accountable. About 3 weeks ago, I applied for a manager in training role at WinCo, and got word today that I officially got hired!! This is the start of my career working in the retail industry and helping people while being a part of an ESOP so that I get ownership in the business I am helping to build. I am very excited about the opportunity and can't wait to see how it all unfolds. I've also started live streaming behind the scenes with Justin Stephens again, and am looking forward to getting better at having guests join me and turning it into a real podcast/show. I am still trying to figure out how to incorporate the blog and the show, but overall things are going well. I am very optimistic about the future!

Reflections on the WinCo Opportunity

Landing the manager in training role feels like a big step—it's not just a job; it's a chance to grow within a company that values ownership through its ESOP. Building equity while serving customers aligns perfectly with my long-term goals of financial stability and impact. I'm eager to learn retail from the ground up and contribute to a team that's all about excellence.

Live Streaming and Podcast Revival

Reviving the live streams has been fun—sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of my life, hustles, and ideas. Bringing on guests will make it more dynamic, turning it into a proper show. Incorporating the blog is the next puzzle—perhaps through episode recaps or linked content. It's exciting to see it evolve!

Optimism Amid the Journey

Overall, things are going well, and this optimism fuels my drive. From WinCo's structure to streaming growth, it's all building toward something bigger.

Why This Matters for Your Journey

Updates like this show how opportunities unfold—embracing new roles for ownership, reviving passions for connection, and staying optimistic through it all. In finance, it's about building equity; in life, pursuing what excites you.

At Life with Justin Stephens, we share raw Journal Entries like this, alongside Point of View stories, Life Strategy tips, Resources, and Great Causes to inspire your path in finance, business, sales, marketing, and beyond.

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To your success,
Justin Stephens