Impact Without Limits
Two guys. One truck. Two thousand miles. One big, audacious adventure. Why would two brothers leave comfortable jobs to move across the country, starting a business in a foreign industry and unknown land? Amidst all these challenges, could it be successful?Dale and Brian Karmie are the brothers, family men, and co-founders behind ForeverLawn: an exploding international business with over 80 dealers nationwide. Their journey wasn’t always easy; yet throughout persistent trials, tribulations, and turning points, they kept going. They may have quit individually, but they never quit on the same day. Join the Karmie brothers as they share the highs and lows, successes and failures, and life lessons shaping their entrepreneurial story. Regardless of who you are or what path you’re on, the Karmie brothers’ story is filled with something for everyone: encouragement to keep going, laughter over outrageous antics, inspiration to conquer complacency and keep reaching for more. Who is this podcast for? The aspiring entrepreneur. The young adult determining what direction to take in life. The worn-out, wearied parent. The restless and the seeking. Anyone who wants to breathe tomorrow. This is for you. Because you aren’t just put on this earth to make a living; you’re here to make an impact. Welcome to Impact Without Limits.
Impact Without Limits
S4 E33: Twice Bitten, Once Shy
In this episode of Impact Without Limits, Dale and Brian challenge the familiar phrase “once bitten, twice shy” and replace it with a mindset built for growth: “twice bitten, once shy.” They unpack why failure, betrayal, and disappointment are unavoidable parts of doing anything meaningful—and why fear should never be the reason you stop moving forward.
Through honest stories from their entrepreneurial journey, the conversation explores what happens when people retreat after getting burned—whether in business, relationships, hiring, or taking financial risks. Dale and Brian show how withdrawing into a comfort zone may feel safe, but ultimately limits impact, growth, and the ability to serve others with the gifts you’ve been given.
This episode is a powerful reminder that progress requires courage, thick skin, and repeated action. The reward of stepping forward, they argue, is always worth the risk of getting bitten again. If you’ve ever been tempted to play it safe after a setback, this conversation will challenge you to stay bold and keep going.
Episode Highlights:
- How you respond to adversity matters.
- The coffee bean lesson.
- Everyone has something to give.
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