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On today’s edition of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome Blake Canterbury, Founder of Purposity, an Atlanta-based not-for-profit that allows its users to connect with members of their community who are in need. Blake and Purposity have been featured in Forbes, People Magazine, the AJC, on The Today Show, and the TEDx stage. The story of Purposity begin when Blake, at the time, was working for an agency in Atlanta and received an email from a homeless liaison asking if he could help develop a tech solution to help children in need at a local school. He did and his first attempt was successful. At that, he realized that there was a problem that needed to be solved and not just for that one school. After conducting research, Blake knew he was on to something and Purposity came to life. Purposity works in the form of an app that can be download readily by anyone wanting to help. As described on their website, Purposity comes from the core belief that humanity finds purpose through generosity. School systems and non-profits in local communities inform Blake and his team of needs in their area. They spread the word to individuals near them who are willing to help. They click a link, see the need, and make a difference for someone in their community. It may be the family next door who lost their home in a fire or the child down the street who you didn’t know needed school supplies. In this segment Jim dives into the startup and continued growth of Purposity with Blake. Tune-in to find out where the company is today, why they choose to develop this as an app, community support they received in their startup, did they secure any funding and where that came from, the impact COVID-19 has had on the company, plans for the future, and to wrap things up, where Blake finds his passion that propels Purposity forward. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-headlines/this-local-company-started-from-the-core-belief-that-humanity-finds-purpose-through-generosity/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome Kristen and Ed Sumpter owners of Red’s Beer Garden which is nestled between Grant Park and East Atlanta. Red’s Beer Garden is the first of its kind in Benteen Park, Atlanta*. Their self-serve refrigerators and draft taps boast more than 300 beers ranging from local brews to domestic classics. You simply choose your beverage of choose and enjoy it in their backyard garden complete with picnic tables and heaters for those cooler months. Not to mention their menu of snacks and gourmet hot dogs to keep you well feed while you day drink. Kristen, aka ‘Red’, and Ed envisioned Red’s several years ago when they lived in Wilmington, North Carolina. The couple loved local spots showcasing beer in self-serve coolers. Tune-in to hear more from Kristen and Ed and let us know your thoughts or questions in the comment section below. https://www.myasbn.com/interviews/how-a-shared-love-of-beer-led-this-couple-to-launch-their-own-business-in-atlanta-kristen-and-ed-sumpter-reds-beer-garden/

Today on The Atlanta Small Business Network we’re pleased to welcome Olympic gold medalist Nikki Stone. Nikki was America’s first-ever Olympic Champion in inverted aerial skiing at the 1998 Winter Olympics in Japan. She is an acclaimed motivational speaker and the Amazon best-selling author of “When Turtles Fly: Secrets of Successful People Who Know How to Stick Their Necks Out.” Tune-in to hear more from Nikki and let us know your thoughts or questions in the comment section below. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-headlines/building-confidence-and-taking-risks-in-business-a-lesson-from-olympic-gold-medalist-nikki-stone/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome back Patrick Schwerdtfeger who is a business futurist, motivational speaker, and author of Author of Anarchy, Inc.: Profiting in a Decentralized World with Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain. In today’s segment, Jim and Patrick discuss Patrick’s new book, opportunities that the pandemic has created for business, trends in people management, remote working, and industries that will thrive in the next couple years. Tune-in to hear more from Patrick and please let us know your comments in the section below. https://www.myasbn.com/interviews/how-the-pandemic-has-changed-the-way-we-do-business-patrick-schwerdtfeger-business-futurist/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome psychologist, author and entrepreneur, Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic. Dr. Tomas has written 10 books including his latest, Why do so many incompetent men become leaders? and The Talent Delusion: Why Data, Not Intuition, Is the Key to Unlocking Human Potential and over 150 scientific papers on the psychology of talent, leadership, innovation, and AI. He is currently the Chief Talent Scientist at Manpower Group, co-founder of Deeper Signals and Metaprofiling, and Professor of Business Psychology at University College London and Columbia University. Dr. Tomas joins ASBN today to talk about an article he wrote that was recently published on HBR.com titled, How To Combat Racism At Work: No human environment will ever be prejudice-free, but humane organizations can do a great deal to reduce workplace discrimination, including racism. To get a better understanding of the topic at hand, we asked Dr. Tomas to clarify how prejudice developed, the difference between prejudice and racism, where stereotypes are formed, why we bring prejudice into the workplace, and dive into its effects on a business and the public’s perception of that business. Tune-in to hear more on this subject from Dr. Tomas and please let us know your comments in the section below. https://www.myasbn.com/interviews/how-to-combat-racism-in-your-workplace-dr-tomas-chamorro-premuzic/

On this week’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we kick things off with reality star and philanthropist, Tanya Sam. Next up, we have a thought provoking chat on the importance of building relationships in the workplace with expert Shasta Nelson. Following Shasta, we welcome back author of the best selling book, The Crisis Turnaround and CEO of Atlanta based Dragon Army, Jeff Hilimire. We then speak with President of Motivation Works, Dan Thurmon, who tells us how to shatter self-imposed limitations and thrive in business. Last but not least, a preview of this past week’s Atlanta Small Business Profile with Ted Jenkin where Ted interviews Derek Griffin, CEO of Speartek. You don’t want to miss this one! Want your business featured on The Atlanta Small Business Show? Tell us your story! And if you would like to advertise with ASBN, give us a call at 770-954-8609 or email us at sales@myasbn.com. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/the-atlanta-small-business-show-on-cbs46-and-peachtree-tv-episode-47-6-05-20/

On today’s edition of The Atlanta Small Business Show, Jim welcomes back Beate Chelette, the author of the #1 international Amazon Bestseller “Happy Woman Happy World – How to Go From Overwhelmed to Awesome”. She has been named one of fifty must-follow women entrepreneurs by the Huffington Post, and sold her first venture to the one and only Bill Gates. Beate is here today to discuss the steps you should take now for an inevitable recovery. Click on the infographic below for more information. https://www.myasbn.com/interviews/7-steps-to-your-inevitable-business-recovery-beate-chelette-growth-architect-and-bestselling-author/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome Rizwan Virk. Rizwan is the author of Startup Myths and Models: What You Won’t Learn in Business School. He is also a successful entrepreneur, video game pioneer, and venture capitalist and founder of the startup accelerator Play Labs @ MIT. Rizwan joins ASBN today to discuss about his new book, Startup Myths and Models as well as his own entrepreneurial journey. Tune-in to hear more from Rizwan on this topic and please let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. https://www.myasbn.com/interviews/what-you-wont-learn-in-business-school-about-starting-a-business-rizwan-verk-author-of-startup-myths-and-models/

On today’s edition of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we welcome Ed Trimble, Founder of GeorgiaALIVE, a central source for COVID-19 reporting and protective equipment exchange. Tune-in to hear more from Ed and let us know your thoughts or questions in the comment section below. https://www.myasbn.com/interviews/why-ed-trimble-launched-georgiaalive-to-tackle-our-states-greatest-needs-during-the-pandemic-crisis/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re pleased to welcome back our good friend and contributor Joseph Michelli. Joseph is a New York Times best-selling author of various books including, “The Airbnb Way: 5 Leadership Lessons for Igniting Growth through Loyalty, Community, and Belonging” as well as a sought-after customer experience expert. In this segment, Jim and Joseph talk about what your customer experience strategy should look like post COVID-19. Tune-in to hear more from Joseph and let us know your thoughts or questions in the comment section below. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/adapting-your-customer-experience-for-a-post-covid-world-joseph-michelli-best-selling-author/

On today’s episode of the Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re pleased to welcome back Shep Hyken, customer experience expert, acclaimed speaker, and New York Times best-selling author. Recently Shep wrote a blog post entitled, Shep Hyken Shares His 3 Customer Service Strategies That Work In A Tough Economy. In this segment, Jim and Shep discuss these 3 strategies and how customer experience will fit into business recovery efforts post-Coronavirus. Tune-in to hear more from Shep on this topic and please let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-headlines/3-proven-customer-service-strategies-to-adopt-during-tough-economic-times-shep-hyken-ny-times-best-selling-author/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome back CEO and Co-Founder of Atlanta based Dragon Army and author of the newly released book, “The Crisis Turnaround: Lead through crisis and position your company for strength“. In The Crisis Turnaround, Jeff Hilimire shares 20+ years of success launching and building fast-growing businesses to teach other leaders how to strategically embrace any challenge, so they can not only survive a crisis but thrive while doing it. Tune-in to hear more from Jeff on this topic and please let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/in-the-face-of-a-crisis-will-your-business-survive-or-will-it-thrive-jeff-hilimire-author-of-the-crisis-turnaround/

In today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re pleased to welcome president of Motivation Works, Inc., Dan Thurmon. Dan is also a renowned speaker, entrepreneur, acrobat, and the popular author of “Off Balance on Purpose: Embrace Uncertainty and Create a Life You Love.” Dan has spent the last 25 years helping F500 organizations ‘Lean In’ to change. Dan works closely with clients to understand exactly what issues they are going through and customizes his content to deliver a transformational experience that leads to action. He has delivered thousands of presentations across six continents for business leaders, troops on the front lines and even royalty. Dan believes that we will never achieve “perfect balance” and should, instead, learn to embrace uncertainty and initiate positive changes that lead to growth. In this interview, Jim and Dan discuss why some leaders struggle with leading through change, and how to shatter self-imposed limitations. Tune-in to hear more from Dan and let us know what you think in the comments section below. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-to-shatter-self-imposed-limitations-and-thrive-in-your-business-dan-thurmon/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re excited to welcome Shasta Nelson, a leading expert on friendship and healthy professional relationships. Shasta is also an acclaimed keynote speaker and author of Frientimacy: How to Deepen Friendships for Lifelong Health and Happiness. Filled with scientific data, real-world research, and fascinating case studies, Shasta’s programs reveal how healthy relationships at work directly impact employee engagement, team culture, sales, recruiting, and retention. She also teaches strategies for the healthiest friendships, contributing to individual happiness and well-being. In this segment, she and Jim discuss building and nurturing remote work relationships with employees and co-workers and how important this is now more than ever. Tune-in to hear more from Shasta and let us know what you think in the comments section below. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-to-cultivate-healthy-work-relationships-while-working-from-home-shasta-nelson-relationship-expert/

Today on the Atlanta Small Business Show we’re pleased to welcome Tanya Sam. Tanya is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur, philanthropist, Director of Partnerships at TechSquare Labs, Founder of The Ambition Fund, wife of tech tycoon Paul Judge, and possibly best known for her role on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. In addition to her busy schedule, she co-founded BuiltxWomen, a business accelerator for female entrepreneurs and currently leads Ascend 2020, a technology startup and small business pre-accelerator for minority and female founders. Today Jim and Tanya discuss her business journey, passion for helping other women launch and achieve their goals, and what it’s like to be one half of a famous entrepreneurial couple. Tune-in to hear more from Tanya and let us know what you think in the comments section below. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-headlines/keeping-up-with-tanya-sam-entrepreneur-reality-star-and-philanthropist/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we welcome best-selling author and internationally acclaimed speaker Jon Gordon. Jon’s books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, sports teams, schools, hospitals, and non-profits. He is the author of 20 books including 8 best-sellers: The Energy Bus, The Carpenter, Training Camp, You Win in the Locker Room First, The Power of Positive Leadership, The Power of a Positive Team, The Coffee Bean and his latest Stay Positive. Today Jon and Jim talk about holding on to positivity during these trying times, motivating your team, not letting adversity cause you to lose sight of your ‘vision’. Tune-in to hear more from Jon and let us know what you think in the comments section below. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/how-to-continue-your-momentum-and-keep-spirits-up-during-this-difficult-time-jon-gordon-best-selling-author/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome Marty Heller a Partner at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Atlanta. Marty Heller is a member of the firm’s COVID-19 Taskforce, a cross-disciplinary team of attorneys dedicated to advising employers on the many workplace law aspects of the global coronavirus pandemic. Marty also represents public and private employers on a national, regional, and local basis in all aspects of employment litigation, including wage and hour claims, employment discrimination claims, family and medical leave claims, and employment based contractual disputes. In this segment Jim and Marty discuss human resources considerations from a legal standpoint when you’re reopening your business. For more information on COVID-19 from a small business perspective, please visit Fisher & Phillips’ post-pandemic FAQ page. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-headlines/legal-implications-to-consider-when-bringing-your-staff-back-post-pandemic-marty-heller-fisher-phillips-llp/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome back Andrew Poulos who is local tax and finance expert, CEO of Poulos Accounting and host of Financial Smarts Network. In this segment, Jim and Andrew discuss how to properly manage the money you received through the Paycheck Protection Program to maximize the funds deemed as a grant as opposed to a loan. They also touch on your store reopening and predictions for changes in taxation. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/utilizing-your-ppp-loan-correctly-and-how-to-ensure-your-keeping-proper-records-andrew-poulos-tax-and-finance-expert/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business we welcome Robbie Kellman Baxter, Author of The Forever Transaction, A veritable blueprint for success in the new membership economy, this book is a must-have for organizations of any size. In the book, Baxter takes readers through every step of thA Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Subscription-Based Business Model – Robbie Kellman Baxter, Author of The Forever Transactione subscription business process – from initial start-up or testing of a new model, to scaling the operation for long-term growth and sustainability, to revamping your culture so everyone works together to optimize customer lifetime value. Tune-in to hear more about this topic and the book, The Forever Transaction by Robbie Kellman Baxter https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-headlines/a-step-by-step-guide-to-starting-a-subscription-based-business-model-robbie-kellman-baxter-author-of-the-forever-transaction/

Today on The Atlanta Small Business Show we are joined by Robyn Benincasa. Robyn is a World Champion Adventure Racer, San Diego City Firefighter, CNN Hero, Guinness World Record holder, 10x Ironman Triathlete, New York Times Best-Selling Author of How Winning Works, and Founder of the 501c3 Project Athena Foundation. For the past 20 years, Robyn and her teammates have studied teambuilding, leadership and performance in the most extreme classrooms on Earth: the jungles of Borneo, the Himalayan peaks of Tibet,, the rainforests of Ecuador, and the epic brush fires of Southern California (just to name a few)! It is through these harrowing, and often hilarious experiences that Robyn has emerged with her unique perspective on what it takes to succeed against all odds. Today Jim and Robyn tackle the topic of keeping momentum and your motivation during difficult times. Tune-in for more from Robyn. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-cnn-hero-best-selling-author-and-firefighter-robyn-benincasa-finds-her-motivation-through-difficult-times/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome in Michael Phillips. Michael is the President of Jamestown which is best known for properties such as Ponce City Market, Westside Provisions District, and The Shops of Buckhead. Jamestown employs approximately 450 people worldwide with headquarters in Atlanta, and Cologne, Germany. The company has offices in Amsterdam, Bogotá, Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco. Since its founding in 1983, Jamestown has executed transactions in excess of $35 billion. As of December 31st 2019, the company has assets under management of $12.0 billion. On today’s segment Jim and Michael discuss the company’s current business operations amid the pandemic and their recently announced $50 million relief effort to assist their small business community in restarting their operations. Tune-in for more information or visit Jamestown’s announcement on this: https://www.jamestownlp.com/news/jamestown-announces-50-million-relief-effort-to-assist-its-small-business-community-in-restarting-operations https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-jamestown-is-investing-50-million-in-relief-support-to-assist-their-tenants-with-recovery-efforts-michael-phillips-president/

On today’s show, we welcome best-selling author and inspirational speaker, John O’Leary. At just nine years old, John found himself in a house-fire that severely burned 100% of his body leaving him hospitalized for time to come. It was within those moments the bed stricken 9-year-old made a choice to reclaim his life and engage in a future that will bring hope and desire to all who listen. Now, O’Leary spends his year speaking to over 50,000 people around the world, with more than 120 events for clients like LEGO, Verizon Wireless, Southwest Airline, and more. Today, Jim and John discuss the characteristics you as a leader need to possess to make it through times of crisis and how you can overcome the challenges you’re facing and thrive in the long-run. Tune-in for more from John, or visit his website at http://johnolearyinspires.com/ https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-to-apply-the-lessons-of-today-and-move-forward-as-a-better-leader-tomorrow-john-oleary-best-selling-author/

Today on The Atlanta Small Business Show we’re pleased to welcome Merril Hoge, former NFL running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Bears. Merril also serves as a head coach for Your Call Football and is the best-selling author of Find A Way: 3 Words That Changed My Life. In this segment, he and Jim discuss maintaining motivation and a positive mindset during times of struggle. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/former-nfl-player-author-cancer-survivor-merril-hoge-talks-about-maintaining-your-motivation-during-tough-times/

In today’s segment of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re so pleased to welcome Kathy Ireland, supermodel of the 80s and 90s, International Youth Chair for the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, and CEO of kathy ireland Worldwide. Today, Kathy’s global empire is worth billions of dollars and licenses more than 17,000 products. She is also a dedicated philanthropist and works to improve the lives of women and children through many non-profit organizations. In this segment, Kathy and Jim discuss her involvement with the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation as well as overcoming challenges and coping with self-doubt and rejection. Learn more about Kathy’s role in and support of the Pediatric Cancer Foundation here https://nationalpcf.org/kathy-ireland-joins-npcf/ https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-headlines/super-model-turned-mogul-kathy-ireland-on-overcoming-challenges-and-her-passion-for-helping-children/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re pleased to welcome Erik Wahl. Erik is an internationally recognized artist, TED speaker, and No. 1 bestselling author. His breakthrough experience as an artist and entrepreneur has translated into making him into one of the most sought-after corporate speakers on the circuit today. His book, Unthink: Rediscover Your Creative Genius was hailed by Forbes Magazine as The blueprint to actionable creativity, and by Fast Company Magazine as “provocative with a purpose.” Erik joins Jim today on the show to discuss the importance of innovation in times of crisis and how to discover new and unexpected solutions to business challenges. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/the-importance-of-innovation-in-times-of-crisis-erik-wahl-internationally-recognized-artist-and-bestselling-author/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business SHow, we’re pleased to welcome Mark Sanborn, acclaimed speaker and President of Sanborn & Associates, an idea studio dedicated to developing leaders in business and life. In this segment, Jim and Mark discuss practical ways to prepare for and deal with change, as well as the importance of mindset. To find out more, check out Mark’s book, “Up, Down, or Sideways: How to Succeed When Times are Good, Bad, or In Between.” https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/how-to-deal-with-change-and-thrive-as-a-leader-mark-sanborn-leadership-expert/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we welcome back best-selling author, speaker, business coach, and former NBA player Walter Bond to talk about pushing through difficult times, coming out a better leader, and more. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/former-nba-star-turned-business-coach-walter-bond-on-managing-yourself-and-your-staff-through-the-crisis/

Today on The Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re pleased to welcome Steve Gutzler, leadership expert, acclaimed speaker, and founder and President of Leadership Quest. In this segment, Jim and Steve discuss how to manage one’s emotions, moods, and attitudes for higher performance, especially during stressful times. https://www.myasbn.com/interviews/how-to-master-stress-during-times-of-uncertainty-steve-gutzler-leadership-expert/

On today’s show, The Atlanta Small Business Show welcomes Mark Spain, CEO of Mark Spain Real Estate, a Georgia grown company and one of the largest independent real estate groups in the south east. Mark joins our host Jim Fitzpatrick today to discuss Mark’s insights on the impact the pandemic will have on the real estate market as well as an initiative that is very close to Mark’s heart. The Mark Spain Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Mark Spain Real Estate. The Foundation has had a long affiliation with the YMCA and annually fundraises to provide children access to programs including summer camp, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances. When Mark learned of the YMCA’s efforts to activate its branch locations to provide childcare for healthcare workers and emergency responders on the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis, Spain knew his company had to be involved and was grateful for the opportunity to serve. As such, he redirected the efforts of the Mark Spain Foundation to ensure the company continued to serve the community and make a difference in this time of need by helping to provide a much-needed service. The FirstResponderChildcare.org site went live recently to provide more than 1,000 children of first responders and healthcare workers access to daily childcare. Watch the interview with Mark to learn more about Mark Spain and First Responder Childcare. https://www.myasbn.com/interviews/how-this-local-real-estate-tycoon-is-giving-frontline-workers-much-needed-piece-of-mind-for-their-families-mark-spain/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we’re pleased to welcome customer experience expert and acclaimed speaker, Jeanne Bliss. Jeanne is also the President and CEO of Customer Bliss, as well as the best-selling author of several popular business books including her latest, Would You Do That To Your Mother?. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/the-importance-of-listening-to-your-customers-in-a-time-of-uncertainty-jeanne-bliss-ceo-of-customer-bliss/

Today we welcome Marc Gorlin back to The Atlanta Small Business Show. Marc is the Founder, and CEO of Roadie, an Atlanta-based crowdsourced delivery company. Roadie works with consumers, small businesses and corporations across virtually every industry to provide a faster, cheaper, more scalable solution for scheduled, same-day and urgent delivery. In this segment, Marc and Jim discuss the need for fast, economical delivery solutions due to the coronavirus pandemic and how Roadie’s increased demand is translating into new partnerships and business opportunities for the company. They move on from there to highlight the work Roadie is doing with local organization Atlanta Beats Covid to help transport artisan made masks and gowns to local healthcare workers, and finish with operational changes they’ve implements due to the current landscape. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-roadie-is-stepping-up-to-meet-the-delivery-demand-caused-by-covid-19-marc-gorlin-ceo/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome Andrew Poulos who is local tax and finance expert, CEO of Poulos Accounting and host of Financial Smarts Network. Andrew is regularly seen on ABC News, CBS News, NBC News, Fox Business Network, and now ASBN. Is this segment Jim and Andrew tackle the facts that your business needs to know about the paycheck protection program, what you should be doing now financially to make it through the pandemic, and tips to cost cut during these challenging times. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/the-steps-you-need-to-take-now-to-protect-your-business-financially-andrew-poulos-tax-and-finance-expert/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we speak with Matt Pfaltzgraf, founder and CEO of Softgiving, Inc. Softgiving is a charity payment processing company that makes it easy for influencers to fundraise for their favorite causes in a fast, convenient, lifestyle-based way. Jim and Matt discuss the company’s demand during the COVID-19 pandemic and how they are contributing to the community by making it easy to help those that need it most. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-atl-based-softgiving-is-helping-influencers-raise-money-for-those-affected-by-the-coronavirus-matt-pfaltzgraf/

On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome back our good friend and regular contributor Joseph Michelli. Joseph is a New York Times best-selling author of various books including, “The Airbnb Way: 5 Leadership Lessons for Igniting Growth through Loyalty, Community, and Belonging” as well as a sought-after customer experience expert. In this segment, Jim and Joseph discuss customer service best practices during the COVID-19 pandemic, how to adapt to changing business operations, listening to the needs of your customers, and offering value in these tumultuous times. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/how-to-deliver-a-memorable-customer-experience-during-the-pandemic-joseph-michelli-ny-times-best-selling-author/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome Bob Wiesner, Managing Partner at Artemis Partnership. Artemis is a worldwide consultancy firm that helps companies figure out how to pitch for big jobs and win more pursuits. Today Jim and Bob discuss how you can pursue new business during and after the pandemic. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/change-how-you-pursue-new-business-during-and-after-the-pandemic-bob-wiesner-artemis-partnership/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome special guest Ira Wolfe back to the show. Ira is the founder and president of Success Performance Solutions, a celebrated thought leader in the future of work and HR, and best-selling author of Recruiting in the Age of Googlization. Today Jim and Ira discuss what recruiting and work expectations will looks like after the coronavirus pandemic has passed and wwhat employers need to pay special attention to now. Tune-in to hear Ira’s insights in this area. Ira has generously offered a free copy of his latest book, Recruiting in the Age of Googlization. https://join.googlizationnation.com/?r_done=1 https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/what-going-back-to-work-will-look-like-post-pandemic-ira-wolfe-thought-leader-in-the-future-of-work-and-hr/

Today on the Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome back George Deeb, Managing Partner of Red Rocket Ventures and author of three entrepreneurial handbooks with over 300 lessons for startups and business owners. Today George gives our small business audience some must needed advice on weathering the pandemic storm and how your business can stay afloat through these though times. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/the-steps-you-need-to-take-now-to-protect-your-business-through-the-pandemic-george-deeb/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome Patrick Schwerdtfeger who is a business futurist, motivational speaker, and author of Author of Anarchy, Inc.: Profiting in a Decentralized World with Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain. In this segment, Jim and Patrick discuss surviving COVID-19 with eight (8) accelerating trends for business owners and executive decision-makers. The 8 trends follow a convenient acronym: SALVAGED S: self-sufficiency A: analytics L: liquidity V: virtualization A: automation G: government E: exponential thinking D: decentralization Tune-in to the interview to learn more or visit Patrick’s website patrickschwerdtfeger.com https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/8-business-trends-to-survive-the-covid-19-pandemic-patrick-schwerdtfeger-business-futurist/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome back Liz Goddard, CEO of Cc: My Admin, a company that provides virtual support to small business owners. Liz recently wrote an article on Linkedin entitled “5 Ways for Teams to Stay Productive While Working From Home“. She’s here today to talk about this and offer additional advice on managing your remote team during these challenging times. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/5-ways-to-ensure-your-remote-workforce-stays-productive-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic-liz-goddard-cc-my-admin/

Today on The Atlanta Small Business Show we’re pleased to welcome back Shep Hyken, customer experience expert and New York Times best-selling author of The Cult of the Customer. In this segment, Shep and Jim discuss some strategies to ensure that your customers have the best experience as possible during these difficult circumstances. https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/supporting-and-retaining-your-customer-base-during-times-of-crisis-shep-hyken-nyt-best-selling-author/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show our host Bridget Fitzpatrick welcomes special guest’s famed fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff, Alison Wyatt, founder of the Female Founder Collective, and Jamie Sears, head of community affairs at UBS Bank. Today they will be discussing The Female Founder Collective , a network of businesses led by women, supporting women. Their mission is to enable and empower female owned and led businesses to positively impact our communities, both socially and economically. Host Bridget Fitzpatrick, a proud member of the collective, starts today’s interview by speaking one-on-one with Rebecca to undercover her entrepreneurial journey and how exactly she got started. Then as a group they discuss the startup of the collective and how it is helping female entrepreneurs soar. Tune-in to the interview to find out more. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-the-female-founders-collective-is-supporting-woman-owned-business-rebecca-minkoff-alison-wyatt-jamie-sears-of-ubs-bank/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we continue our coverage of the coronavirus by speaking with Wendy Patel. Wendy is the founder and CEO of HR Solutions Atlanta. Jim and Wendy cover the following topics; reassuring and comforting your staff, communication, benefits, the CARES act, staff health, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, and avoiding furloughing staff. Be sure to tune-in to hear what she has to say about employee relations during the coronavirus pandemic. [Filmed on Wednesday April 1, 2020) https://www.myasbn.com/coronaviruscoverage/guidance-for-employers-facing-the-hardships-of-coronavirus-wendy-patel-hr-solutions-atlanta/

On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome Brandi Starr, Chief Operating Officer at Tegrita, a modern marketing consultancy focused on technology. In this segment, Brandi first discusses her marketing background and explains how Tegrita is unique from other marketing firms. She then tackles some of the big trends in digital marketing and why some businesses fall victim to “tech overload.” She explains how to prevent this overload, as well as how businesses can create an overall better customer experience through digital marketing. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business/marketing/crafting-a-marketing-technology-strategy-for-your-business-brandi-starr-tegrita/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, we welcome special guest and contributor, Mark Schaefer. Mark is an international authority on marketing and social media and best selling author of 4 books, most recently Marketing Rebellion: The Most Human Company Wins. In this segment Mark and Jim start by discussing business operations during the Covid-19 pandemic. They then dive into marketing during these challenging times and how your customer will remember the steps you’re taking now to help them. Tune in to hear Mark’s refreshing take on this topic and how you should be proceeding. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/should-you-be-marketing-during-the-covid-19-pandemic-mark-schaefer-best-selling-author-of-marketing-rebellion/

As part of our continuing coverage of the Coronavirus, we’re pleased to welcome to the show Mr. Ashley Bell once again, who is the White House Policy Advisor on entrepreneurship and innovation. Ashley also serves as Regional Administrator for SBA Region IV and today he discusses the Paycheck Protection Program which authorizes up to $349 billion in forgivable loans to small businesses to pay their employees during the COVID-19 crisis. [Filmed on April 1, 2020] Starting April 3, 2020, small businesses and sole proprietorships can apply for and receive loans to cover their payroll and other certain expenses through existing SBA lenders. Click here to apply! To learn more, visit www.sba.gov https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/the-paycheck-protection-program-what-you-need-to-know-and-how-to-apply-ashley-bell-white-house-policy-advisor/

In this segment, we’re pleased to welcome back Michelle Amarra, President of SCB Video TV Marketing. Last time we spoke to Michelle she discussed why small business owners can no longer afford to ignore video advertising, and why having appropriately branded videos for your business is just as important as your company’s website. On today’s show, Michelle first tackles how the digital marketing industry has been changing over the years, why companies should incorporate video productions teams, and the key components of digital marketing. She then debunks some digital marketing myths and discusses how to determine to best platform to showcase your company’s video marketing to yield the maximum results. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business/marketing/determining-the-best-platform-for-your-businesss-video-marketing-strategy-michelle-amarra-scb/

On today’s edition of The Atlanta Small Business Show, Jim speaks with Beate Chelette, the author of the #1 international Amazon Bestseller “Happy Woman Happy World – How to Go From Overwhelmed to Awesome”. She has been named one of fifty must-follow women entrepreneurs by the Huffington Post, and sold her first venture to the one and only Bill Gates. Beate is here today to discuss 5 Smart Strategies You Need to Implement Now to Disaster Proof Your Business during the coronavirus pandemic. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/5-smart-strategies-you-need-to-implement-now-to-disaster-proof-your-business-beate-chelette/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, Jim welcomes Chris Clark. Chris has served as the President and CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce since 2010. In today’s discussion Chris and Jim focus on the state of small business in Georgia now amid the COVID-19 pandemic, what the chamber is providing to business owners during this time, the stimulus package, and forecasts and predictions for the remainder of 2020. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/how-the-coronavirus-is-affecting-business-in-georgia-and-predictions-for-the-close-of-2020-chris-clark-georgia-chamber-of-commerce/

[Recorded on Friday March 27th] On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, Jim has an in-depth conversation with Tom Cunningham, Senior VP and Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce on the resources available to small business owners during the coronavirus pandemic. They also touch on recommendations for pro-active communication with your vendors and creditors and Tom’s role in the state of Georgia’s Economic sub-committee. Tune-in to hear more. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/resources-and-recommendations-for-small-businesses-amid-the-coronavirus-epidemic-tom-cunningham-metro-atlanta-chamber-of-commerce/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show host Jim Fitzpatrick speaks with Bert Brannen, regional managing Partner, Fisher Phillips. Jim asks Bert all the pressing legal questions that you need to know right now surround coronavirus and your business. Fisher Phillips has only created a guide that is available online on this subject at https://www.fisherphillips.com/faqs https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-headlines/the-legal-questions-surrounding-coronavirus-you-need-answered-now-bert-brennen-fisher-phillips/

On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show we welcome Tom Sullivan, Vice President, Small Business Policy at U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Tom and Jim discuss the current landscape for small business owners during the COVID-19 epidemic. This includes the challenges owners face and benefits that are being made available. Growwithco.com https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/the-challenges-and-benefits-for-small-business-owners-during-covid-19-tom-sullivan-u-s-chamber-of-commerce/