Jordan Tampien – Building Businesses with Purpose and Impact

In the second episode of Chess Not Checkers, co-hosts Keith Riddle and Jordan Tampien explore Jordan’s entrepreneurial journey, from his roots in Moses Lake to his ventures in Spokane. Jordan shares how his early experiences and mindset led him from traditional career paths to owning several businesses, including real estate and a photography business. He discusses the importance of taking calculated risks, making strategic investments, and finding ways to impact his community through ventures like Brick West Brewery and a local professional soccer team.

Chess Not Checkers is all about playing the long game in both business and life, where strategic thinking and patience lead to long-term success. Each episode uncovers the stories of individuals who think beyond immediate rewards, focusing on creating lasting value and a meaningful impact. Whether it’s navigating entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges, or making purposeful decisions, Jordan Tampien and Keith Riddle will inspire you to take a step back, think ahead, and make moves that pay off over time.

00:00 – Introduction to Episode Two

00:53 – Jordan’s Early Life and Entrepreneurial Beginnings

02:23 – First Business Ventures and Real Estate Beginnings

05:38 – Scaling Up: From Small Investments to Major Projects

08:54 – Balancing Passion and Practicality in Business

12:06 – Lessons Learned and Future Plans

14:44 – Reflecting on Success and Personal Growth

29:02 – Current Projects and Business Strategy

32:34 – Leveraging Multiple Ventures for Success

33:09 – The Complexity of Business Strategy

34:44 – Community Impact and Giving Back

36:06 – Balancing Risk and Reward

36:55 – Interconnected Ventures and Personal Growth

39:10 – Vision-Driven Goal Setting

47:46 – The Importance of Vision in Entrepreneurship

51:51 – Diving Deeper into Business and Community

54:04 – Reflections and Future Plans

01:02:28 – Final Thoughts