Episode 12

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9th Apr 2026

Adapting Through Every Cycle | Shawn Bowshier

What does it actually take to survive the ups and downs of business over decades? In this episode of the NextGen Strategies Podcast, we sit down with Shawn Bowshier of Ride One Powersports to talk about what it looks like to grow, struggle, and keep going anyway.

Shawn shares how he helped scale a business from $8M to $38M… and what happened when the market shifted and they lost over half of it almost overnight.

From navigating economic cycles to making tough calls on people, inventory, and direction, this conversation is a real look at what business ownership actually requires.

We also dig into:

- What changes when you go from employee to owner

- Why cash flow can make or break your business

- How to adapt your model as markets and customer behavior evolve

- The role of community and relationships in long-term success.

If you’re building, scaling, or trying to stay steady through uncertain times, this one hits close to home.

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About the Podcast

NextGen Strategies
Welcome to the NextGen Strategies Podcast, the podcast for modern strategies to help family-owned, small businesses grow and compete.

Join long-time friends Grant Covault, marketing strategist and owner of GC Strategies, and Tyler Davis, CPA and owner of DAT CPA, as they interview subject experts on a variety of subjects such as leadership, marketing, finance, operations and much more.

If you are a current business leader, aspiring entrepreneur, or just someone looking to get the scoop on the latest and greatest happenings in the world of business, this pod is for you!

About your hosts

Tyler Davis

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As a CPA and financial strategist, I leverage my knowledge in finance and accounting to help small businesses and individuals thrive in a rapidly changing market. Check us out at www.datcpa.net

Grant Covault

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As a FCMO (Fractional Chief Marketing Officer) serving small businesses around the country, I'm blessed to be able to use my God-given skills to help businesses and their leaders creatively compete in ever-changing and difficult markets. Check us out at www.thegcstrategies.com and connect with me on Linkedin!