Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss the frustrations with traditional banks and the need for improved banking practices, prompted by a recent experience with Zelle. Shifting focus, we explore the RISEN method for enhancing productivity and content creation through AI interactions. Delving into AI tools like Cast Magic and Loom, we unveil their transformative capabilities in synthesizing and repurposing content across platforms. Looking ahead, we envision AI as a powerful assistant in optimizing content creation, signaling a promising future for innovation and efficiency in the business world. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #552 for Casual Friday, May 24th, 2024 May 24th: Lakeside Park Day 00:00:57 The Freakin’ Banks Zelle 00:07:45 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! 00:10:00 The RISEN AI Prompt Method Mulch Masters Becoming a good AI Prompt Creator Castmagic Loom AI Refine and Repurpose your Content with AI AOL Instant Messenger 00:24:51 BB 551 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 RISEN AI Framework – Business Brain 552 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

On this May 22nd episode of Business Brain, Tyler Purcell, COO of Kiplinger Wealth Advisors and co-founder of The Laundry Spot, shares his journey from finance to laundromats, emphasizing patience and persistence in achieving goals like a community on 20 acres. He highlighted the value of social media for industry connections, embracing entrepreneurship, and finding a balance between personal and professional life. Tyler’s story inspires taking initiative, seizing opportunities, and fostering meaningful relationships in business and personal endeavors. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #551 for Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024 May 22nd: Bitcoin Pizza Day 00:02:46 Tyler Purcell – Laundry and Finance…but NOT launderING! …and COO of Kiplinger Wealth Advisers 00:04:18 Followed his father-in-law into a laundromat…business! Laundry Spot 00:05:08 Passive versus Active The Laundromat Slack Channel 00:08:40 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! 00:10:27 A Ten Percent Business 00:11:10 Who are the Laundromat Extraordinaire’s on X? 00:14:00 My Business Will Be 10x Better from the Connections I’m Making on X 00:19:16 Twenty Acres, Eight Lots, Four Family, Four Friends… 00:26:19 BB 551 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 Tyler Purcell – Laundromats and Finance – Business Brain 551 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into effective email communication by discussing phrases to avoid and the impact they have on recipients. The speakers share their insights on using clear and direct language in emails to convey messages efficiently. One speaker shares a recent experience managing unexpected changes for a business event in New York City, highlighting the importance of managing expectations and staying composed in challenging situations. The significance of personal connections through face-to-face interactions is emphasized, especially in remote work environments. The episode wraps up with a discussion on AI tools like Chat GPT for writing ad scripts, teasing future episodes featuring guest Tyler Purcell and his business ventures in laundromats and financial planning. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #550 for Casual Friday, May 17th, 2024 May 17th: National Bike To Work Day 00:00:54 Sam-Avoiding Certain Phrases In Business Communication Do we want to… I’m just following up… I wanted to check in… I hope you’re doing well… 00:05:18 SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs will help you hire the right person for your role. Post your first job for free at LinkedIn.com/BUSINESSBRAIN. Terms and conditions apply. 00:07:02 The Power of Presumed Failure Tradeshows and Conferences 00:23:28 BB 550 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 Presumed Failure – Business Brain 550 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Join Business Brain as we explore effective decision-making with government agencies and hiring global talent. Discover “snowball decision-making” for handling obligations and learn about transparent negotiations. Explore hiring remote assistants and the importance of cultural alignment and effective communication. Gain insights on assessing performance and fostering successful business operations with remote talent. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #549 for Causal Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 May 15th: International Family Day How to get sponsors for your podcast 00:01:32 Snowball Decision-Making Successful Story Delivering 00:05:48 SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs will help you hire the right person for your role. Post your first job for free at LinkedIn.com/BUSINESSBRAIN. Terms and conditions apply. 00:07:31 Hiring Global Talent…Which Way to Go? Help with Distributing Content 00:18:15 BB 549 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 Hiring Global Talent – Business Brain 549 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon delve into the challenges and heroism of small business owners. They discuss transitioning into a management role, delegating tasks, and the struggles of micromanagement. Dave shares insights on podcast marketing, advising on audience building, consistency, and sponsor attraction criteria. The importance of authenticity in podcasting is stressed for audience engagement. They conclude with encouragement for aspiring podcasters to stay consistent and authentic in sharing their stories. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #548 for Casual Friday, May 10th, 2024 May 10th: National Small Business Day 00:02:14 Steven-544-Prioritizing The Value of Passive Income / LMA$ The 80% Rule on Business Brain Podcast 00:07:56 Finding Podcast Sponsors Business Brain Sponsors BackBeat Media Podtrac’s Analytics 00:20:50 BB 548 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 Finding Sponsors for your Podcast – Business Brain 548 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Today’s episode covers observing national days in podcasts, hosting fundraisers for conservation, and applying business strategies to enhance non-profit events. We discuss the role of business-minded individuals in event organization, emphasizing delegation and volunteer empowerment. Highlighting listener contributions, we explore screen recording tools like Loom for improved communication and training videos, encouraging creativity in enhancing daily efficiency through different mediums. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #547 for Causal Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 May 8th: National Coconut Cream Pie Day 00:03:23 Applying Business Best Practices to Level Up Other Areas of Your Life Conserving Wetlands with Ducks Unlimited 00:08:14 Todd-537-Other Screen Recording Options plus Loom Slack CleanShot for Mac Loom as SOP Definer: Dallas Taylor on Gig Gab Shares How He Buys Back His Time using Loom Loom Loom Transcripts – People can comment and create asynchronous dialog Loom for Providing Nuance in Text Conversations 00:14:32 BB 547 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 Why You Should Be Using Loom – Business Brain 547 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the impact of language on mindset and actions, advocating for reframing negative self-talk into positive affirmations. They highlight the value of confidently promoting businesses by emphasizing quality rather than hyperbole, utilizing press releases, accomplishments, and testimonials to shape a positive narrative. Encouraging listeners to proactively share their successes, engage with customers for testimonials, and build a strong online presence for credibility and differentiation in the competitive market. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #546 for Casual Friday, May 3rd, 2024 May 3rd: National No Pants Day 00:01:13 Watch Your Language Taming Your Inner Judge Reframe “Unsettled Mind” to “Curious Mind” 00:05:48 Find ways and reasons to promote your business Press Releases might seem minor to you… they’re not “If You Don’t Think You’re a Bad-Ass, Don’t Expect Anyone Else To” PRWeb Senya.io Testimonials.to 00:15:18 BB 546 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 a Press Release – Business Brain 546 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Join us on Business Brain as we explore maximizing credit card rewards and the importance of social connections for entrepreneurs. Discover strategies for using credit cards wisely to earn rewards, negotiate vendor payments, and select cards that suit individual needs. Then, we delve into the impact of social isolation on entrepreneurs’ mental and physical health, emphasizing the value of fostering social interactions within teams and joining peer groups for support. Share your tips on maximizing rewards and enhancing social connections in the entrepreneurial world. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #545 for Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 May 1st: Frequent Flyer Day 00:01:03 Gather Up Those Credit Card Rewards Points “The Best Way to Get My Business Is To Take My Credit Card as Payment” 00:06:10 (Don’t Be) The Lonely Entrepreneur Practice the Skill of Connecting Don’t Burrow Into Your Business Like a Tick 00:13:31 Beware the Soapbox! And don’t let your employees be lonely, either Hang out with OLD employees 00:20:16 545 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 Lonely Entrepreneur – Business Brain 545 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

n this episode, we discuss the challenges of exhausting video calls in work settings and suggest turning off cameras for better focus. We also explore the concept of “Leave Me Alone Money” (LMA) for financial independence, emphasizing autonomy in pursuing personal goals over accumulating wealth. Advantages of LMA money in career decisions and life fulfillment are highlighted, encouraging audience feedback on personal empowerment. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #544 for Casual Friday, April 26th, 2024 April 26: World Intellectual Property Day Riversong Retreat 00:00:59 Video Calls are Exhausting 00:06:40 Talk about Strategy More on the Show 00:07:22 Shannon’s New Term: “Leave Me Alone” Money LMA Money Beware the Crisis of Complacency Retirement Scares Me FIRE Concept Budgets Suck 00:14:58 BB 544 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 LMA $ > FU $ – Business Brain 544 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean on Business Brain share personal stories and reflections on enjoying life’s journey as entrepreneurs. They emphasize balancing work and enjoyment, sharing lessons from personal experiences. The hosts encourage prioritizing activities one enjoys and tease an upcoming episode on “how much is enough.” The episode concludes with a reminder to join their mailing list and a message to live a charmed life. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #543 for Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 April 24: Administrative Professionals Day Shannon’s On The Starlink again 00:02:13 Beware Hating Your Customers Two Tokens of Customer Service 00:10:09 Enjoy and Create Your Charmed Life While You Have It The Most Entertaining Outcome…Usually Happens! 00:18:08 BB 543 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 Enjoy Life While You Have It – Business Brain 543 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.