From Driveway Dreams to Auto Stars.

Do you have a business you’ve always wanted to start? What’s holding you back? In this episode, Kevin of Auto Stars Detail and Customization joins me on the show to share his entrepreneurial journey. Kevin’s passion for cars has existed for as long as he can remember. One of his cousins suggested that he start something of his own in the car industry, and he embraced the idea. Kevin and his partners, Nick and Dom, have successfully built Auto Stars and have plans to expand the business over the next 18 months. In this episode, Kevin shares his entrepreneurship journey—from his first business to his partnership, the celebrities they’ve worked with, and the challenges they’ve overcome as a team. If you have a business idea that you’ve yet to bring to life, Kevin encourages you to start small with what you have and grow from there.

Quote of the Day :

“The nearer a man comes to a calm mind, the closer he is to strength.” — Marcus Aurelius Key

Talking Points of the Episode :

[00:56] Quote of the day

[02:30] Getting to know Kevin

[04:31] Kevin’s motivation to start Auto Stars

[07:49] Kevin’s first business with Dom

[08:42] The birth of Bevin’s Auto and how it was rebranded to Auto Stars

[12:49] Auto Stars’ team

[14:09] Kevin’s first job

[16:50] Kevin and Dom’s partnership

[18:31] The biggest obstacle Kevin and his partners have faced with Auto Stars

[19:50] Why are people afraid to start their businesses?

[21:36] Advice for people who want to get into the customization business

[22:41] Standout jobs for Auto Stars

[24:15] Celebrities Auto Stars has worked with

[27:14] Kevin’s goals for the next 12 months

Quotes :

“Seeing somebody happy because of something I was able to do is cool. It makes you feel some type of way.” — Kevin “Our story shows that you don’t need a lot of money to start a business.” — Kevin “Start small, be proud of what you have, and don’t compare yourself with other businesses.” — Kevin

About Kevin : Kevin is a co-founder of The Auto Stars. He is an award-winning paint corrector and holds certifications in steam cleaning and ceramic coating.

Connect with Kevin : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theautostars/Website: https://theautostars.com/

Episode Highlights :

There is a famous quote that says, “where there is sports, there is peace, and where there is peace, there is sports.” Our guest today, Haron Hargrave aka. H20, is a living testimony to this quote. He started his organization Ballin 4 Peace with the aim of ensuring life is valued. In this episode, H2O shares the challenges and successes of running a non-profit, discusses the value of consistency and genuine dedication, and even touches on the world of WWE. He also enlightens us on the tax benefits of celebrity collaboration, the importance of familial support, and overcoming obstacles in the pursuit of your passion.

Quote of the Day :

“Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you will start having positive results.” - Willie Nelson

Key Talking Points of the Episode :

 [01:27] Quote of the day  [04:06] Getting to know Haron Hargrave  [07:41] Haron’s inspiration to start Ballin' 4 Peace organization  [11:02] Haron’s first job  [12:42] Haron’s top five basketball players of all time  [15:14] Haron’s love for WWE  [23:46] Haron’s biggest obstacle as an entrepreneur  [30:01] Haron’s advice to people who would like to do what he does  [32:14] Lessons learned from working with celebrities  [35:54] Value exchange  [38:05] Haron’s upcoming events Quotes :  “I don't compete against anybody else. I compete against myself to see if I can still do certain things and everything is okay.”  “99% of the goals and dreams that you have were shut down by yourself.”  “There's not going to be anybody who is going to support you like you. There is really never equal transfer of value.”

About Our Guest :

Haron "H2O" Hargrave is a former professional basketball player who graduated from California State University of Sacramento. He has played overseas in several countries such as Romania, Hungary, China, the Dominican Republic, and Colombia. Not only is basketball a passion for Hargrave, but so is serving and contributing to his community. In addition to his sports career, each year with his non-profit organization Ballin 4 Peace ; he raises awareness about related acts of violence within NYC and beyond. Hargrave provides an outlet for inner-city youth where they can interface with their favorite celebrities as they promote "Peace through Sports"

Connect with Haron Hargrave, aka H2O :

 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/h2o5/  Website: https://ballin4peace.org/

Episode Highlight :

Are you going through grief and have no idea how to overcome it? This episode is for you. We have a grief expert, Madeline Aragon, sharing some golden nuggets on the episode. Madeline shares her personal journey and the obstacles she encountered, including her battle with agoraphobia, and how she overcame it to become a beacon of hope for others. Additionally, she shares how social media and technology can impact mental health and the importance of providing a safe space for individuals to cope with their grief and feelings. Her passion for helping others navigate through the complexities of grief is truly inspiring. If you or someone you know is seeking support in dealing with grief and loss, we encourage you to consider joining Madeline's grief recovery group. The group offers an empathetic and supportive environment where individuals can openly express their emotions and receive guidance to navigate through their journey of healing.

Quote of the Day :

“Change is hard at first, messy in the middle, and gorgeous at the end.” - Robin Sharma Key

Talking Points of the Episode :

01:20 Quote of the day

02:54 Getting to know Madeline Aragon

04:50 The different jobs that Madeline has had and the lessons she learned from them

07:25 The largest obstacle that Madeline has had to overcome

10:33 A sneak peek at Madeline’s book: ‘Do It in Fear’

12:13 Challenges that children go through in school

13:53 How are schools controlling having phones in class?

15:10 How social media can make things better for children in Madeline’s point of view

16:19 Madeline’s goals for the next three to five years

17:57 How does Madeline hold group sessions without people breaking down?

20:32 How people cope with the loss of a loved one

Quotes : “The battlefield is in the mind. And whatever we go through, our thoughts affect our feelings. Our feelings affect our behavior and how we can overcome that.”

“Grief is universal. It doesn't matter the age, your skin color, your race, or your income status. Everyone, sometime or another, is going to go through grief.”

About our Guest :

Madeline Aragon is a licensed clinician practicing in New Jersey. Her specialty is grief recovery. Every quarter, Madeline holds grief recovery groups for those out there who have been struck with grief.

Connect with Madeline Aragon :

Email : griefrecoveryday@gmail.com

Instagram : @a_renewedyou