The Bunker Talk!
A podcast created to help bridge the gap between new entrepreneurs and the more advanced entrepreneur. Local South Florida business owners coming on to talk shop about their success, failures and business lessons learned.
The Bunker Talk!
Ep 59: Building a Family Business Together | Leadership, Trust & Accountability
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👩👦 What does it really take to build a business as a family?
In this episode of The Bunker Talk, Ciara sits down with Dawn Janes Bartley and her son Alex Janes of Maverick Risk Partners to explore the realities of building a business together across generations.
This honest conversation dives into leadership, accountability, mentorship, motivation, and what younger generations truly want from work today. From in-office culture to sales philosophy, resilience, and personal growth, Dawn and Alex share practical lessons from working side by side in the insurance industry.
🎧 Available on Apple Music & Spotify
🔍 In this episode, you’ll learn:
🧠 How leadership shows up at every level—not just the top
👥 Why in-person mentorship still matters in a hybrid world
📈 How accountability drives growth without fear
🤝 What younger professionals are really looking for at work
🏗️ How trust, ownership, and values shape strong teams
🚀 Why insurance offers long-term opportunity and impact
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🌐 Connect with Maverick Risk Partners:
🌍 Website: https://maverickriskpartners.com/
💼 Dawn Janes Bartley – LinkedIn: / dawnjanesbartley
💼 Alex Janes – LinkedIn: / alex-janes-650164221