In this episode, 'Supply Chain Manager to Chocolate Maker,' we're unwrapping the tale of Brian, a former supply chain manager who took his expertise from logistics to the lush foliage of Costa Rica's jungles. Brian's path wasn't paved in chocolate from the start; it began with him leveraging night tours on borrowed land, leading up to the purchase of his own slice of paradise. - Jake
Highlights
00:00 Introduction
01:50 What is it like to grow up in Costa Rica?
04:52 How to diversify your hobbies to achieve happiness.
10:11 The cheat codes to traveling to gain perspective (and more)
11:15 How Brian’s parents shape his career path
14:41 What is Terra Travel Costa Rica?
20:34 Integrating cacao, coffee, sugar, vanilla
22:04 Exclusive Costa Rican resorts nearby
26:17 How to avoid investors to maintain control.
29:57 Introduced to writers and motivational speakers, visualization.
33:09 The evolution of Brian’s garden, trails, and exhibit space
35:55 How to find help to come up with unique business ideas
39:54 Selecting and finding the right people is crucial.
41:57 Industry faces competition, regulation, and price changes.
46:11 Avoid sharing ideas, and observe others' behavior.
48:07 Observe, listen, and stay vigilant for success.
51:32 Company developing the multi-purpose building in the city.
54:38 Multiple options for information in Costa Rica.
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