Palm Harbor Local
Palm Harbor Local is the podcast dedicated to the active, outdoor, and healthy lifestyle that defines life on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Hosted by Donnie Hathaway—Florida native, real estate professional, and longtime community builder—this show explores the people, places, and stories shaping everyday life in Palm Harbor and the surrounding Tampa Bay area.
Each week, you’ll hear real conversations centered around three core pillars:
Sports – youth and community athletics, coaching, competition, mindset, and the programs building stronger people and stronger communities.
Outdoors & Conservation – Florida’s natural beauty, local parks, trails, waterways, wildlife, and the leaders working to protect what makes this area special.
Wellness – fitness, recovery, nutrition, mental clarity, longevity, and the routines, spaces, and habits that help people live with more energy, focus, and purpose.
From coaches and athletes to conservation advocates, fitness professionals, and local lifestyle leaders, Palm Harbor Local highlights the voices shaping how we live, play, and care for our community.
Whether you’re a longtime resident, new to the area, or simply passionate about living an active and intentional lifestyle, this podcast offers insight, inspiration, and practical takeaways rooted in real local experience.
Palm Harbor Local is more than a podcast—it’s a window into the lifestyle that makes this part of Florida such a great place to live.
Subscribe and join a growing community focused on living better, staying active, and protecting what makes Palm Harbor special.
Palm Harbor Local
From Palm Harbor Roots to Business Success with Steve Grant and Guardian Home
In this episode, we chat with Steve Grant of Guardian Home, a Palm Harbor local. Steve shares his journey from finance and a clothing startup to establishing Guardian Home, specializing in solar energy. He discusses the challenges and rewards of starting a business, the evolution of the solar industry, and the importance of balancing business growth with family life. Tune in to hear Steve's insights on resilience, customer service, and the future of solar technology.
IN TODAY’S EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:
- Introduction to Steve Grant and his journey from finance to solar energy.
- Founding Guardian Home with his brother and best friend.
- Leveraging diverse career experiences to grow the business.
- Overcoming initial challenges through finance and operations expertise.
- Embracing a jack-of-all-trades approach to leadership and personal growth.
- Discussing the benefits and challenges of the solar industry.
- Importance of customer service and communication in growing a service-based business.
- Balancing work and family life while running a business.
- Exploring the future of solar technology and installations.
CONNECT WITH STEVE:
- Website: www.guardianhome.us
- Call: 727-761-6778
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/steve-grant
CONNECT WITH DONNIE:
- Follow Donnie: @donnie.hathaway
- Follow Palm Harbor Local: @PalmHarborLocal
- For more real estate information - www.thehathaway.group
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Together, we keep Palm Harbor local.
Stroll through the laid-back streets of the Palm Harbor community with this informative podcast, proudly brought to you by Donnie Hathaway with The Hathaway Group, your trusted guide and local expert in navigating the diverse and ever-changing property landscape of Palm Harbor.
Work with me + FREE Resources
Would you like help buying a home in Palm Harbor? - Buyer Consultation
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Download our free buyer's guide today - Buyer's Guide
Stroll through the laid-back streets of the Palm Harbor community with this informative podcast, proudly brought to you by Donnie Hathaway with The Hathaway Group, your trusted guide and local expert in navigating the diverse and ever-changing property landscape of Palm Harbor.
Work with me + FREE Resources
Would you like help buying a home in Palm Harbor? - Buyer Consultation
Would you like help selling your house in Palm Harbor? - Seller Marketing Consultation
Download our free buyer's guide today - Buyer's Guide
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