In this powerful episode of How We Do, host Meg Carlisle sits down with Jake Burt, whose life has been shaped by the legacy of Burt Brothers, a family business that grew from a single shop to a Utah institution. But Jake’s story is about much more than business success. It’s a candid look at the unexpected twists of life, from the miracle of triplets after impossible odds, to the heartbreak of his parents’ divorce after 40 years, to the sudden loss of his father, and the courage it takes to start over at 46.

Jake shares what it was like growing up sweeping floors in his dad’s shop, learning the value of hard work, and carrying the weight of a family name. He opens up about the challenges of expanding a business, navigating private equity, and ultimately stepping away from the company that defined him. Along the way, Jake reveals how endurance sports like Ironman triathlons became an outlet for healing, and how a daily gratitude practice helped him find light in the darkest times.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a parent, or anyone facing change, Jake’s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of choosing gratitude. Tune in for heartfelt stories, hard-won wisdom, and inspiration to embrace whatever life throws your way.

Key Takeaways:

• The realities of growing up in a family business and carrying a legacy
• Navigating personal and professional upheaval: divorce, loss, and letting go
• The miracle of triplets and the unpredictability of life
• Using endurance sports as a path to healing and self-discovery
• Why gratitude is the foundation for resilience and reinvention

Connect with Jake:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeburtrealtor/

Chat with us on IG: @howwedo.podcast | @megmeghair

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