The Psychology of Focus: How to Balance Multiple Businesses and Maintain Momentum with Michael Shawn Carbaugh | EP 11
Today I sat down with Michael Shawn Carbaugh, who is a dedicated pastor, talented musician, and successful entrepreneur who understands the power of Community. He graduated with a degree in music and a minor in bible study. Michael embarked on a unique journey that combined his passions for music, ministry, and community building. As a pastor at Pond Hill Baptist Church, he takes on various roles, including leading music programs and working with young adults. Michael's entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found Unison Games Cafe located in Hamden, CT, a welcoming space where people come together to enjoy games, coffee, and community.
We also talked about his new multi-use studio space in the works, that is going to include podcast, music, and lessons studio spaces! We covered so many topics from the importance of time management in entrepreneurship, to getting a deal on your rent, to some advice on what it takes to have a business partner.
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📍 Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Michael Shawn Carabaugh
00:54 – Michael’s Background: Education and Music Journey
05:16 – Launching Unison Games Cafe: From Community to Brick & Mortar
08:50 – The Challenges and Process of Opening a Physical Store
11:57 – Going Into Business with a Partner: Communication & Trust
15:41 – Balancing Multiple Ventures and Time Management Strategies
20:00 – The Importance of Focus, Flow State, and Avoiding Distractions
25:46 – Introduction to Unison Studios: Vision for a Multiuse Space
32:30 – Finding the Right Space and Mutually Beneficial Agreements
33:45 – What Does Purpose Mean to Michael? Community, Faith & Impact
37:01 – What’s Next? How to Support Michael’s Ventures
38:29 – Final Thoughts
💡Key Takeaways
We also talked about his new multi-use studio space in the works, that is going to include podcast, music, and lessons studio spaces! We covered so many topics from the importance of time management in entrepreneurship, to getting a deal on your rent, to some advice on what it takes to have a business partner.
✨ FREE GUIDE: Soften Your Inner Critic in 7 Days: A Guide to Stop Getting In Your Own Way
📍 Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Michael Shawn Carabaugh
00:54 – Michael’s Background: Education and Music Journey
05:16 – Launching Unison Games Cafe: From Community to Brick & Mortar
08:50 – The Challenges and Process of Opening a Physical Store
11:57 – Going Into Business with a Partner: Communication & Trust
15:41 – Balancing Multiple Ventures and Time Management Strategies
20:00 – The Importance of Focus, Flow State, and Avoiding Distractions
25:46 – Introduction to Unison Studios: Vision for a Multiuse Space
32:30 – Finding the Right Space and Mutually Beneficial Agreements
33:45 – What Does Purpose Mean to Michael? Community, Faith & Impact
37:01 – What’s Next? How to Support Michael’s Ventures
38:29 – Final Thoughts
💡Key Takeaways
In this episode you'll learn:
How to balance creativity with being a pastor
How to turn a love into a business
How to manage your time and still be productive
How to get into a creative flow state
How to run a business with a partner
How to build community
How to find purpose
How to build something new
How to turn a love into a business
How to manage your time and still be productive
How to get into a creative flow state
How to run a business with a partner
How to build community
How to find purpose
How to build something new
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