🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Bailey Dougherty to explore a story of resilience, reinvention, and choosing purpose over expectations. From dreaming of becoming a sports agent, to building a successful career in marketing and advertising, to facing a life-changing cancer diagnosis — Bailey’s journey is one of grit, self-belief, and trusting your instincts even when the path isn’t straight. She opens up about what happens when life forces you to pause, reassess, and rebuild with intention, and why curiosity, courage, and alignment matter more than traditional definitions of success.
✅ Learn:
How to turn adversity into clarity and direction
Why curiosity fuels motivation and long-term growth
The power of trusting your gut — especially when others disagree
Why grit beats talent when it comes to meaningful success How to confidently pivot into new industries and opportunities
🚀 You’ll also hear how Bailey’s commitment to personal growth and purposeful living provides a grounded reminder: success isn’t linear — and sometimes the hardest chapters become the most defining.
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🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Taylor Simms-Brown, VP of Sales at Messy Mutts, to unpack a career built on consistency, curiosity, and long-term focus.
From starting in housewares to helping grow a small pet brand into a North America–wide business, Taylor shares real lessons on staying committed, adapting to change, and finding freedom through flexibility and self-awareness.
He talks candidly about watching industries collapse overnight, pivoting into new markets, and how to turn interpersonal skills into a lasting competitive edge.
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🚀 You’ll also hear how Taylor’s journey through entrepreneurship, product creation, and leadership offers a grounded perspective on building a fulfilling, resilient career.
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🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast!
In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Jesse Clifford, Sales Manager at Stream-Flo USA, to unpack what it really takes to rebuild your career and network from scratch — in a new country, new market, and during one of the most volatile periods in recent history.
Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Jesse made the leap to Texas to help expand Stream-Flo’s U.S. operations. What started as an exciting move quickly turned into a test of adaptability, leadership, and humility. From leading a distributed sales team through market swings to embracing technology and AI in a traditional industry, Jesse shares a grounded, insightful look at growth when nothing feels familiar.
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🚀 You’ll also hear Jesse’s reflections on culture, leadership, and how to thrive when comfort and familiarity disappear.
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🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast!
In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Rebecca Kacaba, Co-Founder and CEO of DealMaker, to unpack the mindset and momentum behind scaling one of Canada’s fastest-growing fintech companies.
From her early days as a securities lawyer to leading a global platform that’s reimagined how capital is raised online, Rebecca shares a raw and practical look at entrepreneurship — what it really takes to bet on yourself, take risks that feel too big, and build a business through conviction and curiosity.
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🚀 You’ll also hear candid insights on scaling a tech company, communicating vision, and building a culture where resilience, risk, and results all work together.
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Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Louise Whitehouse, owner-operator of two popular Olly Fresco's restaurant locations in Calgary, to explore her unexpected leap from insurance and stay-at-home parenting into entrepreneurship. From opening her first restaurant while seven months pregnant to managing over 70 employees today, Louise shares her honest perspective on risk-taking, resilience, and building a people-first business.
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🚀 You’ll also hear Louise’s candid take on the sacrifices, the steep learning curves, and the hidden rewards of chasing something new — even when it wasn’t part of the original plan.
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Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Nicole Vicano, Vice President of Retail Asset Management at Choice Properties REIT, to explore her journey in the commercial real estate industry. From growing up around development and construction to now overseeing a portfolio of 44 million square feet across 569 properties, Nicole shares the lessons, strategies, and career-defining insights she’s gained along the way.
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🚀 You’ll also hear Nicole’s bonus tips on coffee chats, mentorship, and why it might actually be easier today to stand out in your career than ever before.
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Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler reconnects with Gary Kalaci, CEO of Alexa Translations, to unpack his journey from immigrant student and court interpreter to building a multinational AI-powered translation company. From MBA scavenger hunts and Latin dancing memories to scaling a business across borders, Gary shares the mindset, hard work, and lessons that shaped his entrepreneurial path.
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🚀 You’ll also hear candid insights on what it’s like to build a company as a new parent, why extracurriculars and volunteering are underrated training grounds, and how to push past “busy” into the real growth zone.
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🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler catches up with Ashley Gorrie, CEO and President of Gorrie, a fifth-generation family business founded in 1882. Ashley opens up about steering a 140-year-old design agency through massive industry change, including the hard lessons of COVID and how it pushed the company to expand from building physical retail experiences into full omnichannel, digital, and content solutions. With 20 years at the helm, Ashley shares what it really takes to lead a legacy brand into the future — while staying true to values and balancing life as a mom of three.
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🚀 You’ll also hear candid insights on balancing family with entrepreneurship, enlisting your kids in the wins and losses, and why Ashley’s real superpower is being a “translator” — turning creativity into practical business outcomes.
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🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Carly Dougherty, Co-Founder of Prep Academy Tutors, to unpack a journey that turns a part-time tutoring gig into a North America–wide franchise network. From leaving a “secure” university role after maternity leave to answering a single email that changed her family’s life, Carly shares the real story behind entrepreneurial leaps, calculated risks, and building a business while raising young kids. This is an honest, practical look at what it really takes to grow something meaningful — without sugarcoating the highs and lows.
✅ Learn: How Carly chose passion over a traditional career path The mindset shift from tutoring to franchising 47+ locations Why “Go Get It” means acting fast when opportunity knocks The emotional side of entrepreneurship (wins, losses, resilience) Balancing flexibility, family, and a business that never fully “switches off”
🚀 You’ll also hear candid insights on scaling a service business, finding partners who complement your strengths, and embracing imperfect timing to move forward anyway.
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🎧 Welcome to the Go Get It Podcast! In this episode, host Rob Butler sits down with Richard Bartrem, former VP of Communications at WestJet, to explore a career journey that spans industries, crises, and creative transformation.
From managing real-time aircraft groundings during the global pandemic to the surprising impact of improv training on corporate leadership, Richard shares powerful insights for professionals at every stage of their careers. Whether you're a recent grad, mid-career, or considering a bold shift, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways — curiosity, communication, creativity, and hustle.
✅ Learn:
- What it's really like to lead airline communications during a crisis
- Why curiosity is the most underrated professional skill - How improv comedy can transform your presence in the boardroom
- The importance of hustle and balance in today's workplace
- How to identify and market your “superpower”
🛫 You’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at the airline industry’s pandemic response, the evolving role of corporate communicators, and the mindset needed to thrive in any career landscape.
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Tim Matthews, Senior Vice President of Operations at Lifemark, joins us to talk about career growth, leadership, and why your path won’t always look the way you planned.
In this episode, Tim shares:
Whether you’re a student mapping out your future, a professional in the middle of a pivot, or someone striving to advance, Tim’s story is a reminder that success isn’t always linear.
About Tim Matthews:
Tim is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Lifemark, one of Canada’s leading healthcare providers. With a background in athletics and a career marked by adaptability and resilience, Tim has built a path defined not by rigid planning, but by hard work, grit, and a willingness to take risks.
In this episode of Go Get It, Rob Butler sits down with Elizabeth Shaw, Co-Owner of Fresh Kids, to talk about reinvention, resilience, and rethinking retail with heart.
What started as a local consignment store became a community-driven business on a mission to make kids’ fashion more sustainable, accessible, and fun. Elizabeth shares how listening to customers, adapting quickly, and staying rooted in purpose helped Fresh Kids thrive in a fast-changing retail world.
Whether you’re building a brand, leading a team, or finding creative ways to serve your community, Elizabeth’s journey offers honest insights and practical inspiration.
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In this episode of Go Get It, Rob Butler sits down with Lindsay Knowlton, founder and CEO of Iron Lady Golf, to talk about purpose, pivots, and the power of community.
A former Team Canada golfer turned entrepreneur, Lindsay opens up about her journey from high-performance sport to launching Iron Lady Golf — a movement designed to empower women through golf, community, and confidence.
Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or just figuring out your next step, Lindsay’s story is full of perspective, humor, and heart.
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If you don’t look forward to your job 9 out of 10 days… it might be time to make a change.
In our very first episode of Go Get It with Rob Butler, Rob sits down with David Neinstein: pitmaster, owner, and creative force behind Toronto’s beloved Barque BBQ Smokehouse.
From training with celebrated chefs in Europe and pitmasters in Oklahoma to pioneering a tip-free model in hospitality, David has built more than a restaurant, he’s built a career and life he loves.
David shares his 3 game-changing tips for finding your passion, committing to excellence, and creating something that truly matters. Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, or someone ready for a career pivot, this episode will light a fire under you (pun intended).
🎙 Go Get It with Rob Butler — where talent meets drive, and big dreams turn into real wins.
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Where talent meets drive and big dreams turn into real wins.
Each week, host Rob Butler sits down with high performers from all walks of life (entrepreneurs, leaders, creatives, and change-makers) to uncover the 3 game-changing tips that helped them succeed.
Whether you’re a student figuring out your next step, a professional looking to pivot, or simply hungry for inspiration, this is your place to learn from people who’ve been there and made it happen.
🔥 What you’ll get:
Actionable career & life advice.
Motivation to level up your mindset.
Stories that prove it’s never too late to start.
Real conversations. No fluff.
📅 New episodes every Friday. Let’s go get it.
