The Small Business Radio Show

SEGMENT 1 with Shawn Hill, starting at 0:00: 72% of consumers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations from real people, and 90% of consumers say that positive online reviews influence their buying decisions. Sean Hill is here to help small business owners build their social proof, get more powerful reviews, and grow their business.SEGMENT 2 with Ruth King, starting at 18:15: Most small businesses don’t make the kind of profit in their small business that they think they do. Why is that? It starts with understanding your financial statements. Here to help is the Profitability Master, Ruth King.SEGMENT 3 with Victoria Jones, starting at 36:15: Companies are collecting our data from virtually every device and service and we as consumers have very little say in the matter. Do we actually have a way to protect our privacy online? How can we as small business owners stand out in the crowd by actually protecting our customers data?Sponsored by NiceJob and Plastiq.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 and 2 with Melinda F. Emerson, the “SmallBizLady”, starting at 0:00: It’s eighteen months after the pandemic has started and many small business experts think that now is a great time to start a new business. Why now? What do you need to know before you actually get a business off the ground?SEGMENT 3 with Kelly Knight, starting at 37:45: In a post-pandemic economy, how do you get everyone in your organization on the same page and moving in the same direction?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 with Hikari Fleurr: Being a “social media influencer” has become a legitimate way for people to make money, both part-time and full-time, as many brands are seeing the power of hiring influencers to push their products. What exactly does it take to become a social media influencer, and what goes on behind the curtain between brands and influencers?SEGMENT 2 with Joel Libava: With the rise of the COVID delta variant and with as many as 30% of the US population reluctant or unwilling to take the vaccine, is it time for private business to act by making it a requirement of their employees?SEGMENT 3 with Victor Ho: Contactless payment has been around for a while, but it really took off during the pandemic when consumers did not want to touch anything. How can small businesses offer this option to their customers without driving up their costs?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 and 2 with Melvin J. Gravely, II: Over the last year, the subject of race has been front and center in the news and business… and it’s time for all of us to care. Addressing this issue can help improve the economy of every community. Melvin Gravely is here to help us talk openly about race in America and our path to economic growth. Melvin is the CEO of Triversity Construction in Cincinnati, Ohio, one of the biggest construction companies in the region. He is the author of the book “Dear White Friend: The Realities of Race, the Power of Relationships and Our Path to Equity”.SEGMENT 3 with Senofer Mendoza: For a long time, venture capital investing has been a man’s world. Most of the VC firms are run by men who invest in male founders. Senofer Mendoza aims to change that. She is a Founder and General Partner at Mendoza Ventures and an advocate for diversity and inclusion across both her professional and her personal life.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 with Marcus Sheridan: We all know that video is a powerful sales and marketing tool… but why don’t more small businesses use it? Marcus Sheridan is here to help business owners and professionals get over their fear and aversion to video and show them just how it can explode sales, drive marketing, and grow their business in a virtual world.SEGMENT 2 with Victoria Jones: When Amazon could not deliver in two days, it was definitely the beginning of the apocalypse. The breaking of the supply chain during the pandemic has been a huge issue for small business owners. Victoria Jones is here with some advice on what to do and how to better manage inventory so you can meet customer demand.SEGMENT 3 with Maggie Ference: Is now a good time to start a business? What funding and lending options are available to prospective entrepreneurs right now? Do you actually need a business plan? Maggie Ference is here to shed some light on how to get your business off the ground.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 with John DeSimone: What motivates Gen Z and Millennials to start their own businesses? Do they actually have an advantage as entrepreneurs with their familiarity with technology?SEGMENT 2 with Dr. Heather Moore: The pandemic threw a lot of workout routines out of whack. What is the best way to start the habit of exercise, either for the first time or after a long period of absence, now that we need to wear something besides sweatpants?SEGMENT 3 with Zane Smith: As employees head back to the office and customers back into stores, there are a lot of legal issues that can come up for small businesses. We tackle some commonly asked questions: Can you require masks and/or vaccines for employees? Can employees or customers sue you if they contract COVID-19 at your location?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 with Sean and Thora Dowdell: During the height of the pandemic, a lot of small business owners pulled back to preserve their capital. Sean and Thora Dowdell did the opposite- they risked all but some reserve capital to remodel and improve their stores and keep their hard-earned brand identity strong and their staff intact.SEGMENT 2 with Victoria Jones: It’s hard to believe that about 15 months ago, the unemployment rate was at a record 15%. Now the number one problem small businesses are having is finding qualified team members.SEGMENT 3 with Leslie Tayne: New reports came out that in June that inflation rose 5% - the most since 2008. What does a small business owner need to know and what can they do about it?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 with Kenneth Cukier: There is a common expression that says “there is no truth outside yourself.” We need to realize that everything we see in the world is viewed through our own point of view. What are the positive and negative implications of that for your business?SEGMENT 2 with Michelle Boulé: How much time do you give employees in your company to work on projects THEY think will most benefit the company? Your answer could really affect your employees’ happiness and the level of productivity and innovation in your company.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 with Robert J. Lefkowitz, starting at 0:00: When we’re young, there’s so much pressure to figure out what we want to be when we grow up. But as we know, life doesn’t often work out the way we plan. Dr. Robert Lefkowitz is here to share that the sooner we let go and take life as it comes, the better. That’s how we discover where we’re meant to be.SEGMENT 2 with Sharon Miller, starting at 19:45: The challenges that small business owners faced during the pandemic were many… but what are the new challenges they face during recovery?SEGMENT 3 with Opher Kahane, starting at 37:45: COVID-19 massively accelerated an already fast-growing e-commerce market, and according to Opher Kahane, this will not change or slow down post-pandemic.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.

SEGMENT 1 with Tom Stern: You probably hate sales. You think it’s “low” or “beneath you”. Deep down you may believe if you have the best product or service in the marketplace, it will “sell itself”. More likely, you don’t like sales because you have a fear of rejection. How do we overcome all the anxiety and negative feelings so we can actually sell our way to success?SEGMENT 2 with Mike Chen: What is the future of remote work beyond the pandemic? Will people ever come back to the office? Will productivity, creativity, delegation, and company culture survive if remote work continues?SEGMENT 3 with Melissa G Wilson: Many people say that everyone has at least one book inside of them, and for small business owners, a book can be a great marketing tool for their company. What do small business owners need to know about today’s world of publishing?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-small-business-radio-show--3306444/support.