Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast

Join us in this episode as we reflect on International Beer Day and explore the acquired taste of beer. We then delve into a discussion on Sam Walton’s approach to change in business, focusing on the concept of the “RC factor” – resistance to change. Discover how our pattern-seeking minds can lead to resistance to change and the importance of identifying and staying true to our priorities. Learn about managing priorities based on interests, the role of self-awareness, and how systems and resources impact decision-making. Gain insights into the dynamic nature of priorities and the value of celebrating small victories while scaling success through replication. This conversation offers valuable perspectives on change management, self-awareness, priorities, and maintaining focus to drive success. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #570 for Casual Friday, August 2nd, 2024 August 2nd: International Beer Day 00:01:31 The RC Factor The Founders Podcast with David Senra What is your resistance to change factor? Pattern Recognition Robots It’s a “Two Week Experiment” to boil your frog 00:05:34 Priority is not plural. What’s your current priority? Mike Schmitz from the Focused Podcast and Bookworm Podcast 00:13:58 BB 570 Outtro feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Priority is not Plural – Business Brain 570 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Discover the power of identifying your business's unique strengths as unfair advantages. Explore how these competitive edges can be nearly impossible to replicate, setting you apart in the marketplace. Personal anecdotes and case studies enrich the discussion, illustrating the impact of unique qualities over traditional pricing and services. Delve into the Doctrine of First Sale and connect consumer rights to entrepreneurial success. Listeners are invited to reflect on their own advantages and share their experiences.

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In this episode of Business Brain, we emphasize the value of embracing one’s differences and sharing personal narratives, even in embarrassing situations like getting locked out of a hotel room in just a hoodie. By owning our quirks and transforming challenges into relatable stories, we can connect authentically with others and shape our own narratives, celebrating individuality and sharing experiences with pride. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #568 for Casual Friday, July 19th, 2024 July 19th: National Daiquiri Day 00:02:05 Corky’s Gag 00:06:36 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain to try free for 30 days and then 10% off your first year 00:08:27 Get Comfortable being Different Control the Narrative 00:21:49 BB 568 Outtro feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Get Comfortable Being Different – Business Brain 568 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, we explore the challenges faced in daily business operations, focusing on managing unexpected disruptions and the importance of task prioritization. We also discuss incorporating personal opinions, particularly on political matters, into business platforms, emphasizing the need for creating a neutral environment to respect diverse viewpoints and uphold a positive reputation. The conversation stresses the caution and responsibility of engaging in social commentary, highlighting the value of maintaining neutrality in business communications.  00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #567 for Wednesday, July 17th, 2024 July 17th: National Hot Dog Day 00:01:58 Time Vampires! 00:04:30 Managing incoming phone calls  00:08:32 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain to try free for 30 days and then 10% off your first year. 00:10:22 Politics mixed with your Business Business Brain 392 and Business Brain 98 Nobody Cares What I think about politics (until I share what I think about politics) I am not a PR Expert The emacs vs. vi flame war BB 567 Outtro feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Should You Mix Politics with Your Business? Business Brain 567 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss leveraging AI algorithms like ChatGPT for targeted marketing, handling internal conflicts within companies, and managing teams effectively. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights on balancing business needs with employee satisfaction. The episode offers practical advice and engaging storytelling for business owners and entrepreneurs. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #566 for Casual Friday, July 12th, 2024 July 12th: National Simplicity Day 00:01:08 Flying Yourself! Grumman Tiger 00:03:23 Reviews and Customer Service Use ChatGPT to build an Ideal Customer Profile THEN…build a target list of fifty other companies that match that list THEN…develop a marketing plan to pitch to those fifty 00:08:50 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and take your business to the next level today! 00:10:46 When there’s a coup, fire the coup-leader, too. 00:20:59 BB 566 Outtro feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Stopping a Coup – Business Brain 566 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon discuss the nuances of business and management. They explore the significance of recognizing employees’ strengths and preferences to ensure they thrive in their roles. The conversation highlights the importance of promoting self-awareness within a company culture and learning from unsuccessful promotions for growth. The hosts invite listeners to share their experiences on managing employee roles effectively in their businesses. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #565 for Wednesday, July 10th, 2024 July 10th: National Pina Colada Day 00:00:58 The Tuna Fish Litmus Test 00:06:11 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and take your business to the next level today! 00:08:08 Right Person, Right Position Observe FIRST. Don’t move people out of what they’re really good at. 00:20:04 BB 565 Outtro feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Right Person, Right Position – Business Brain 565 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Join us on Business Brain as Dave and Shannon cover topics from National Workaholics Day to confidence in business. Shannon shares how confidence helped his negotiations as a landscape company manager. They discuss the impact of language, appearance, and humility on building confidence and effective communication. The conversation highlights the role of small wins, deferring to experts, and adapting communication to different audiences in boosting confidence. They emphasize the importance of supporting others and receiving feedback in cultivating self-assurance. Ultimately, they stress that confidence is key to success beyond financial gains and urge listeners to tackle self-doubt and take proactive steps forward. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #564 for Casual Friday, July 5th, 2024 July 5th: National Workaholics Day 00:01:58 LinkedIn Has a Problem 00:07:02 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain to try free for 30 days and then 10% off your first year 00:08:58 Building Confidence Be willing to say “I don’t know” and “I dont’ know what that is” Focus on small wins! Everyone can’t know everything, and everyone knows that. 00:20:10 Do the things you don’t want to do FIRST And… help people! Leverage the law of reciprocity. You’re the only one who lives in your head. 00:23:42 BB 564 Outtro feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Building Confidence – Business Brain 564 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon discuss the misconceptions surrounding lifestyle businesses, sharing stories of individuals finding success by enjoying the day-to-day work. They highlight the importance of enjoying the business grind rather than just the end result, reflecting on their own experiences with multiple lifestyle businesses. The hosts delve into the significance of having multiple revenue streams for financial stability and encourage listeners to explore unconventional entrepreneurship avenues for growth. They tease their next episode on building confidence through entrepreneurship and long-term success foundations. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #563 for Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 July 3rd: National Independent Beer Run Day (also National Fried Clam Day) 00:02:21 How has technology evolved to help us get good headshots? Headshot Pro 00:07:54 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain to try free for 30 days and then 10% off your first year. 00:09:51 Lifestyle businesses are OK! Enjoy what you’re doing… don’t worry about your passion, just the nuts and bolts of it. Fall in love with problem solving. No problems, no business! Don’t fall in love with “scaling” or “exiting” Fall in love with stacking lifestyle businesses 00:21:00 BB 563 Outtro feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post The Power of Lifestyle Businesses – Business Brain 563 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon discuss the impact of handling bad reviews on social media and avoiding public venting. They highlight the importance of incentivizing positive reviews and maintaining a constructive approach towards feedback. Transitioning to risk tolerance in business, they share personal insights and stress the significance of recalibrating one’s risk scale over time. Reflecting on past decisions, they emphasize making informed choices and offering tailored advice to clients. Dave and Shannon propose developing a risk assessment tool to help clients assess their risk tolerance levels accurately. They emphasize transparency and guiding clients based on individual risk profiles. Concluding with the concept of assigning alter egos to different risk levels, they encourage listener feedback to improve their advisory approach and promote an open dialogue. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #562 for Casual Friday, June 28th, 2024 June 28th: National Food Truck Day 00:01:20 Don’t Be Your Own Bogeyman Don’t Create Your Own Negative Reviews 00:05:46 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain to try free for 30 days and then 10% off your first year. 00:07:43 Teaching Risk Tolerance Wipeout Risk Recalibrate your risk scale REGULARLY 00:16:13 The ComScore Gamble Complacency Risk If you choose not to decide, you still have made a choice BB 562 Outtro feedback@businessbrain.show Call/Text: (567) 274-6977 X/Twitter: @ShannonJean & @DaveHamilton, & @BizBrainShow LinkedIn: Shannon Jean, Dave Hamilton, & Business Brain Facebook: Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, & Business Brain The post Your Risk Tolerance Scale – Business Brain 562 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.