In a heartwarming and insightful episode of "Commercially Speaking," Bo and Timmy Barron welcome a very special guest live in the studio – their father, Bill Barron. This episode dives deep into the rich history of Barron Commercial Group, tracing its origins and evolution through the eyes of its founder, Bill Barron. What You'll Learn: Foundational Stories: Journey back to Bill's childhood as he shares memories of working alongside his father on construction sites and his early experiences in the real estate industry. Career Evolution: Discover how Bill's first CCIM class transformed his career trajectory, leading him to eventually buy the family business and focus solely on commercial real estate. Faith and Transformation: Hear the inspiring story of how Bill and his wife Jo's lives changed after becoming born-again Christians in 1986, simplifying their business and attributing their success to their faith. Family Anecdotes: Enjoy hilarious and touching stories of Bo and Timmy's childhood antics, and how their upbringing influenced their careers in commercial real estate. Legacy of Leadership: Learn valuable lessons from Bill's journey, including the importance of faith, family, and focusing on one's strengths in the business world. This episode is a celebration of the Barron family's legacy, filled with wisdom, laughter, and heartfelt moments. It's a must-watch for anyone interested in the personal stories behind successful CRE professionals and the role faith and family play in their lives. Tune in to "Commercially Speaking" for an episode that honors the past while inspiring the future, showcasing the values that have shaped the Barron Commercial Group into what it is today. 00:00 - Start 01:29 - Name that tune! 08:37 - Introducing our special guest! 10:24 - Shoutout to Sheldon James Barron! 11:14 - The History 11:40 - Griffin Electric 12:44 - Barron Homes 15:07 - Small man of the year award 18:02 - Barron owned 18:37 - 1st CCIM course 24:38 - The Pee Calf Story 28:28 - 1986 - Jesus changes the business 32:18 - Wood, Hay and Stubble Box 34:14 - The abundance of simplification 36:42 - Living Debt free! 39:17 - I only lived in 3 houses. 40:56 - Dad made me do it 41:39 - Working with your kids 44:13 - Bo’s near miss 45:27 - When Timmy Snuck Out 51:45 - Timmy sneaks out again 52:54 - Regrets/advice 55:46 - World’s Best Dad 59:11 - Pop Quiz! 📒Show Notes📒 🎉SIGNUP FOR THE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR CURATED CONTENT ON COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE TRENDS, THRIVING IN BUSINESS AND MORE: https://subscribe.wgbarron.com/?utm_source=newsletter_share SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to Commercially Speaking Here: Youtube: www.youtube.com/@CommerciallySpeaking Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/commercially-speaking/id1680750330 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/commerciallyspeaking Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ad036303-414c-4e30-9e89-768d30ed3ffb/commercially-speaking 📲 Connect with us: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@commerciallyspeaking Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commerciallyspeaking/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commerciallyspeaking Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@commerciallyspeaking Newsletter: https://subscribe.wgbarron.com/?utm_source=newsletter_share Bo is a CCIM Instructor and the owner and operator of Barron Commercial Group servicing Western KY and it's surrounding markets. For all CRE inquiries visit http://www.barroncommercial.com Timmy is an actor, comedian, writer and host. You can follow him pretty much everywhere @timmyhartbarron

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