# Survival Mode & Midnight Math: Navigating the Entrepreneurial Rollercoaster

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Podcast: [Per Diem Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/per-diem-podcast-7144619)
Published: 2026-04-18T08:00:00+00:00
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In this episode, Keaton Turner delves into the arduous journey of business success, responding to Eric Spofford's Instagram influence and sharing the story behind the Wingspire deal and a humorous shoe size anecdote. He introduces a new team member and discusses the paranoia and vigilance inherent in entrepreneurship. Keaton explores the mindset of focusing on negatives despite achievements, drawing parallels with the Vegas Vacation analogy to illustrate ongoing challenges. He touches on ethics, integrity, faith, and gratitude in managing business stress while emphasizing the importance of mental toughness. The episode concludes with a look at future podcast guests, a request for listener reviews, and some closing humor.

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