Living The Red Life

What happens when two young entrepreneurs decide the future of nightlife, live events, and local discovery is completely broken? In this episode of LIVING THE RED LIFE, the co-founders of Charted reveal how they are building a real-time event discovery platform designed to help people find live music, nightlife, happy hours, DJs, festivals, and hidden local experiences instantly. From battling the “chicken-and-egg” problem of startups to competing against massive ticketing companies with lower fees and smarter technology, they share the mindset, pivots, and relentless consistency required to grow a software company from the ground up. As they expand into AI-powered itineraries, social discovery, ticketing, and venue mapping, the conversation dives deep into entrepreneurship, startup resilience, app development, and building technology that connects people in real life.
Key Takeaways
Building a startup means solving real-world problems, not chasing hype.
Small businesses need better tools for event marketing and ticketing.
Consistency and daily execution matter more than motivation.
User feedback can completely reshape a product’s direction.
Strong co-founders create resilience during difficult phases of growth.

Notable Quotes
“Technology should connect people, not isolate them.”
“We just kept showing up every day.”
“You see your city come alive every time that you open the app.”
“The best products are the ones that remove friction.”
“It’s not a sprint. It’s a marathon.”

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What happens when two young entrepreneurs decide the future of nightlife, live events, and local discovery is completely broken? In this episode of LIVING THE RED LIFE, the co-founders of Charted reveal how they are building a real-time event discovery platform designed to help people find live music, nightlife, happy hours, DJs, festivals, and hidden local experiences instantly. From battling the “chicken-and-egg” problem of startups to competing against massive ticketing companies with lower fees and smarter technology, they share the mindset, pivots, and relentless consistency required to grow a software company from the ground up. As they expand into AI-powered itineraries, social discovery, ticketing, and venue mapping, the conversation dives deep into entrepreneurship, startup resilience, app development, and building technology that connects people in real life.
Key Takeaways
Building a startup means solving real-world problems, not chasing hype.
Small businesses need better tools for event marketing and ticketing.
Consistency and daily execution matter more than motivation.
User feedback can completely reshape a product’s direction.
Strong co-founders create resilience during difficult phases of growth.

Notable Quotes
“Technology should connect people, not isolate them.”
“We just kept showing up every day.”
“You see your city come alive every time that you open the app.”
“The best products are the ones that remove friction.”
“It’s not a sprint. It’s a marathon.”

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What happens when a failed NHL dream becomes the foundation for building one of the fastest-growing CPA firms in North America? In this episode of LIVING THE RED LIFE, entrepreneur and finance strategist Robert Gauvreau breaks down the mindset, leadership principles, and financial systems that helped scale a multi 8-figure accounting, tax, law, and advisory firm serving entrepreneurs across North America. From being rejected by banks and underestimated as a young founder to working alongside Tony Robbins and speaking on stages with Gary Vaynerchuk and Kevin O’Leary, Robert reveals why most entrepreneurs misunderstand cash flow, taxes, and growth strategy. He shares practical insights on bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax planning, KPIs, business leadership, and building long-term wealth while scaling a company in a traditionally slow-growth industry.
Key Takeaways
Why 92% of business owners legally overpay taxes
The financial metrics every entrepreneur must track weekly
How Robert scaled a CPA firm to nearly 200 professionals
Why cash flow matters more than revenue growth
The leadership mindset required to build a multi 8-figure business

Notable Quotes
“Start scared. Start small. Just be sure to start. The first move changes everything.”
“Cash is king. It truly is.”
“If you don’t know your numbers, how do you know what strategy you can put in place to win the game?”
“Don’t spend money just to save taxes.”
“Resilience isn’t about never failing. It’s about bouncing back and transforming every challenge into an opportunity.”

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Terence Tait, founder of Yukon’s Real Estate Advisors, reveals what it really takes to succeed in a market where hustle matters more than hype. From building his own real estate brand in one of Canada’s most remote regions to ranking among the top agents nationwide, Terence shares the mindset behind sustained success in a demanding industry. He explains why real estate is far more about people than property, how personality can become a competitive advantage, and why persistence separates the lifers from those who quit. Through stories about entrepreneurship, sales discipline, and the emotional side of real estate deals, he breaks down the mindset required to keep moving forward even when success comes with sacrifices. His perspective offers powerful lessons for anyone building a business, leading a team, or pursuing long term success.
Key Takeaways
• Real estate success depends more on emotional intelligence than sales tactics
• Persistence and discipline determine who survives the first years in business
• Personality and authenticity can become powerful competitive advantages
• Building the right team allows entrepreneurs to focus on their strongest skills
• Success requires accepting that not everyone will like you
Notable Quotes
• “Selling is actually the smallest part of real estate.”
• “You’re a counselor, adviser, sometimes even a marriage counselor.”
• “The average lifespan of a new realtor is two years.”
• “Seventy percent of people like me. Thirty percent really don’t.”
• “You really can do whatever you think you can do. You just have to work for it.”
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Tanner Bryson and Christa reveal how B Cross Performance Horses, Horse Around Adventures, and Tanner Bryson Art Studio are built around more than horses. In this episode of Living The Red Life, they share how trust, reputation, horse training, social media, and authentic Western experiences shape a brand people remember. From matching the right horse with the right buyer to creating corporate cattle drives near Sedona, they show what it takes to stand out in the Western industry without compromising quality, honesty, or legacy.
Key Takeaways
A strong brand only works when the product can back it up.
Trust is built through honesty, not hype.
Social media works best when it reflects real authenticity.
Great businesses know who they should not sell to.
Legacy means passing rare skills to the next generation.

Notable Quotes
“If you don’t have what you can back up, you really don’t have a product at all.”
“I really believe in developing trust.”
“We’re not out there sticking our iron on every horse.”
“The horse is making us and we don’t realize it along the way.”
“There’s a legacy in the industry that we want to pass on.”

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