Derek Miner is one of the Founders of OrangeSoda. He has helped OrangeSoda become one of Utah’s fastest growing and most successful companies. Derek was listed as “Top 40 Under 40” by the Utah Valley Business Magazine, and he has an incredible story to share with Fire Nation.
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Resource Mentioned:
- Your Big Idea: Successful Entrepreneurs have One Big Idea. Follow JLD’s FREE training & you’ll discover Your Big Idea in less than an hour!
Success Quote
- “If what you did yesterday seems big, you haven’t done anything today.” – Lou Holtz
Business Failure
- Derek shares a rivting failure with Fire Nation, and the lessons to be gained from this failure are priceless!
Entrepreneurial AHA Moment
- Derek’s AHA moment came when he won OrangeSoda’s first national client. The lightbulb went off when he realized the power of relationships and providing value first and foremost.
Current Business
- OrangeSoda is committed to staying cutting edge, which ensures their clients will always remain at the top level of their game!
Small Business Resource
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Best Business Book
- Nail It then Scale It by Nathan Furr
Interview Links
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Killer Resources!
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