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Clicks and Bricks is a comprehensive, small business, and online presence-focused series. Hosted by Ken Cox, On Clicks and Bricks Podcast you will hear real stories from real entrepreneurs. Clicks and Bricks want to help businesses grow by sharing stories

Ken Cox


    • Jun 29, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Critical Thinking and Customization: Insights from David Pawlan on Outsourcing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 43:46


    Many trials have been done to outsource your software development, but it still doesn't go well as expected. Many suggestions are given, and one is to choose a company and aspire for the best or depend on no-code solutions that don't fit your particular needs well. As a result, painful delays, missed deadlines, and a drain on your resources emerge. It seems disheartening, but there is still a solution. And this is what today's episode is all about with the help of our guest, David Pawlan, as he unveils his secrets to arrive at an effective outsourcing implementation. Using his expertise, you can avoid common pitfalls, style your approach, and leverage technology for maximum value. In this episode, we talked about: ● Learn the ins and outs of effective outsourcing of software development. ● Getting to know the reason behind a tailored approach is crucial to outsourcing success. ● Realize the pros and cons of being reliant on no-code solutions. ● Establish essential critical thinking skills for informed business choices. ● Be aware of the importance of technology integration within business strategies. About Guest: At a young age, David Pawlan began to explore the entrepreneurial world, starting from lemonade stands from kindergarten to middle school with duct tape wallet businesses. His inner desire for establishing things opened the way for him to invent a roommate-searching app in high school, and later spread and made known to the world of software outsourcing. Amid setbacks and bad experiences, David showed even more determination to look for a solution to developing successful international working relationships. Now, being a co-founder of Aloa, he provides assistance to clients ranging from solopreneurs to established companies to spot the right development team and to make their ideas useful to life. About Guest Company: Aloa is a platform for outsourcing software development for startups, providing the infrastructure to outsource software seamlessly and its presence brings transparency, accountability, and humanity to the software development economy using a three-pronged approach: The Aloa Partner Network - Connect people to a pool of highly vetted vendors overseas. Aloa Partners are based in South America, Eastern Europe, and India. There's a total of 10 partners thus far, and are vetted from a pool of over 7000 firms overseas. The Aloa Platform - A suite of software tools that streamlines and automates the boring and tedious tasks related to software development search, management, and payment The Aloa Product Strategist - Introduction of an industry expert for every project that will help the client in the following: 1. Find the right software development partner 2. Manage the project from beginning to end 3. Facilitate the interaction between the client and the software development team Guest Contact Information: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/david-pawlan-aloa Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com

    Salesforce Customization - Optimizing for Your Unique Business Needs with Hunter Austin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 34:48


    Brief Description of the Episode: From legal battles to Salesforce excellence, listen in and learn how the co-founder of Kelley Austin, Hunter Austin, conquered obstacles and is now providing assistance using his distinctive background towards a fresh perspective to go about sales challenges and build growth strategies customized to individual businesses. In this episode, we talked about: ● The potential of Salesforce for powering your small business success. ● Recognize the common pitfalls and iron out issues in Salesforce implementation. ● Be an expert in resource planning techniques customized for service companies. ● Have a mindset for getting at the top of entrepreneurial challenges. ● Utilize faith as a driving force behind sound business choices. About Guest: Born with an entrepreneurial drive and inner desire for learning, Hunter Austin became an expert in the Salesforce ecosystem. After graduating with a sports management major, he took a detour from his sports agent aspirations to discover other career possibilities. Unknowingly, it all started with an introduction by Hunter's brother-in-law to Salesforce and its newly launched Trailhead program. Eager to learn and progress, Hunter quickly became skilled and ultimately got a job at a consulting firm. After a few years, Hunter and his brother-in-law, Waylon Kelly, decided to incorporate their talents and experiences and put up Kelley Austin, a successful Salesforce consulting firm handling clients in various industries such as communications, media, technology, manufacturing, construction, and energy. About Guest Company: Kelley Austin is a full-service Salesforce consultancy that helps brands and businesses drive revenue and connect with their customers through the power of Salesforce. They are experts in Sales, Service, Experience and Marketing Cloud and the team has successfully delivered hundreds of projects across many industries. While Salesforce brings customers and companies together, Kelley Austin helps put plans into action so you can get the most out of your investment. Guest Contact Information: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hunteraustin Twitter: HunterJAustin Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur

    The Value of Focus: Why Small Business Owners Should Avoid Spreading Themselves Thin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 41:56


    Marley Majcher, the profit goddess, shares her journey of going from failing restaurant owner to successful event planner, emphasizing the importance of avoiding spreading oneself too thin and pivoting in business to increase profitability. In this episode, you will be able to: Embark on an illuminating exploration of entrepreneurial adventures and impactful lessons. Realize the critical role of hands-on business skills and generating profits for sustainable growth. Learn to unlock doors to exclusive clients, impressing even top celebrities. Master balancing multiple responsibilities and utilizing strategic pivots to revolutionize your business. Comprehend vital legal factors for entrepreneurs, particularly in crafting fail-proof contracts. My special guest is Marley Majcher Get to know Marley Majcher, an inspiring entrepreneur who began her business journey at the tender age of four by selling Shrinky Dinks in her neighborhood. Marley had her fair share of struggles in balancing her business degree with the practical aspects of running her own restaurant. However, her perseverance and determination led her to establish her own event planning company, The Party Goddess. As a successful businesswoman, Marley is well-versed in the importance of avoiding overextension and recognizes the power of adapting to changing circumstances in business. She even penned a book, But Are You Making Any Money?, as a testament to her journey and the lessons learned along the way. The Importance of Tight Contracts Protecting the interests of a business through well-crafted and comprehensive contracts is essential, especially for small business owners. A solid legal agreement minimizes the risk of disputes and potential legal issues, ensuring both parties have clear expectations and responsibilities. Working with experienced legal counsel to develop and review contracts can save costly headaches down the road. Marley Majcher shared a lesson learned from a challenging client experience that resulted in a lawsuit due to the lack of a tight contract. This experience reinforced the value of having proper legal agreements and counsel in place to safeguard her business. Marley's example serves as a powerful reminder for entrepreneurs at all stages to invest in strong legal protections. The Importance of Tight Contracts Protecting the interests of a business through well-crafted and comprehensive contracts is essential, especially for small business owners. A solid legal agreement minimizes the risk of disputes and potential legal issues, ensuring both parties have clear expectations and responsibilities. Working with experienced legal counsel to develop and review contracts can save costly headaches down the road. Marley Majcher shared a lesson learned from a challenging client experience that resulted in a lawsuit due to the lack of a tight contract. This experience reinforced the value of having proper legal agreements and counsel in place to safeguard her business. Marley's example serves as a powerful reminder for entrepreneurs at all stages to invest in strong legal protections. Connect with me here: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ https://www.twitter.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/clicks-and-bricks-podcast-308862226 https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast https://clicksandbricks.tv/

    Corporate Social Responsibility: Lisa Riggs' Innovative Approach to Giving Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2023 30:59


    If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed with your small business despite putting in long hours and hard work, then you are not alone! Many entrepreneurs face challenges and setbacks that can lead to self-doubt and burnout. You may be struggling to find your niche, attract customers, or make a profit. Perhaps you're investing in marketing tactics that aren't yielding results or struggling to balance your personal life with your business. However, it's important to remember that success takes time and perseverance. By learning from successful entrepreneurs and finding unique opportunities, you can overcome these obstacles and achieve the small business success you desire. In this episode, you will be able to: Uncover secrets to entrepreneurial achievement and small business victory. Delve into the art of pinpointing and concentrating on niche markets. Recognize the significance of cultivating strong customer relationships. Discover how to adapt and bounce back when faced with obstacles. Explore the impact of corporate social responsibility and community contribution. My special guest is Lisa Riggs Lisa Riggs is a female entrepreneur who took her passion for making the world a better place and turned it into a successful custom sock business, Spirit Socks USA. With a background in high tech and HR, Lisa decided to follow her heart and focus on her family before pursuing her entrepreneurial dream. A wife and mom of two college-age children, Lisa's journey in starting Spirit Socks began during her time volunteering in various school and community organizations. From helping a sports team with their fundraising to growing the company into an avenue for creating customized socks for a variety of purposes, Lisa has found the perfect balance between her values and her career. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Visit Spirit Socks USA website to shop for custom socks for your sports team, band, family reunion, wedding, and corporate events. Contact Spirit Socks USA to learn more about their fundraising program for schools and non-profit organizations. Follow Spirit Socks USA on social media to stay updated on their latest designs and promotions. Consider gifting Spirit Socks USA custom socks as client gifts or employee incentives for your business. Share your Spirit Socks USA experience with your friends and family to help support a small business that helps make the world a better place. Finding Niche Opportunities As a small business owner, it's crucial to identify and capitalize on niche opportunities. This allows for a highly targeted focus on your target market, which leads to better results and profitability. Seeking out unique, untapped markets can help your business stand out from the competition, and can result in a scalable, sustainable venture. Lisa Riggs' entrepreneurial journey is a perfect example of finding and pursuing a niche opportunity. When she recognized the potential for selling custom socks for fundraising efforts, she dove in headfirst—even in the face of skepticism from others. Lisa's determination to serve her chosen niche effectively and build strong relationships with her customers proved to be the key to her success.

    Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs: Business Insights from Brigitta Hoeferle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2023 55:30


    Unlock your full potential: Discover how to conquer limiting beliefs and achieve success in business. In this episode, you will be able to: Unleash the potential of NLP to transform both personal and professional aspects of your life. Break through self-imposed barriers and propel your business towards greater success. Master the art of customizing communication to cater to diverse customer expectations. Realize the significance of core values in making informed business decisions. Adopt positive behaviors to improve yourself and inspire growth within your community. My special guest is Brigitta Hoeferle Brigitta Hoeferle is an expert in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and the founder of the Center for NLP. Born and raised in Germany, Brigitta moved to the United States in 2004 to pursue her passion for helping others overcome limiting beliefs and achieve success in business. With degrees in social pedagogy and marketing, Brigitta has a unique blend of expertise to offer her clients. As a successful entrepreneur herself, Brigitta understands the challenges of running a business and the importance of personal growth in achieving success. She is dedicated to helping others unlock their full potential through the power of NLP and her own personal experiences. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Importance of Communication, 00:02:13 - Understanding NLP, 00:09:28 - Limiting Beliefs, 00:11:51 - Brigitta's Business Journey, 00:14:45 - Building a Montessori School, 00:15:52 - Starting a Montessori School, 00:22:32 - Learning to Network, 00:27:25 - Solving Teacher Retention Issues, 00:30:18 - Communicating with People, 00:32:09 - Overcoming Sales Call Trauma, 00:36:36 - Appreciating Others, 00:41:19 - Ideal Clients for NLP, 00:42:41 - Overcoming Adversity, 00:48:01 - The Purpose of Core Values, 00:49:24 - NLP for Business Leaders, 00:50:47 - Modeling Good Behavior, 00:52:10 - Breaking Negative Patterns, 00:53:09 - Final Thoughts, The resources mentioned in this episode are: Visit the Center of NLP website for more information on neuro linguistic programming. Consider reframing limiting beliefs and reevaluating belief systems to benefit personal growth and success. Explore the Montessori method for hands-on, one-on-one education for children. Check out Brigitta's book, The Success Principles for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners, for more tips and strategies. Connect with Brigitta on LinkedIn for networking and professional development opportunities. Consider utilizing the services of Brigitta's company for coaching and training on NLP techniques and strategies. Connect with me here: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ https://www.twitter.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/clicks-and-bricks-podcast-308862226 https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast https://clicksandbricks.tv/

    Edwin Carrion's Secrets to Thriving in a Real Estate Recession

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 1:35


    From selling ice cream to becoming a high-end luxury home developer, Edwin Carrion shares his journey of trial and error, bankruptcy, and the importance of recession-proofing your business. In this episode, you will be able to: • Follow the motivating journey of Edwin Carrion as he achieves success in the realm of real estate development. • Obtain valuable advice on safeguarding your enterprise from the effects of an economic downturn. • Understand the critical role of mentorship, coaching, and personal investment in your growth and development. • Examine the advantages of diversifying your income sources to achieve balance and fulfillment. • Gain practical insights into opportune real estate investments during a recessionary period. My special guest is Edwin Carrion With a journey that began in Ecuador and led him to the United States Marines, Edwin Carrion has built a successful career as a real estate developer. Having navigated the challenges of the industry for over 22 years, Edwin now specializes in constructing luxury homes and multifamily projects. His experience and expertise make him a valuable resource for investors looking for practical advice on navigating the real estate market during a recession, offering insights on how to seize opportunities and build wealth during tough economic times. The resources mentioned in this episode are: • Take advantage of opportunities in the current market to increase your wealth, such as buying real estate, luxury watches, or exotic cars that will hold or increase in value over time. • Consider taking out an interest-only ARM to buy property with a low monthly mortgage payment, with the intention of refinancing to a conventional loan when interest rates go down. • Scrutinize your finances and do everything you can to find the means to take advantage of opportunities, as there are no free handouts in life. Recession and Real Estate The relationship between the economy and real estate cannot be overstated. Understanding the trends and how they impact real estate can provide investors with invaluable insights, especially when considering investments during a recession. Market conditions during a recession can become tricky to navigate, but they often present ideal opportunities for savvy investors who are prepared to take calculated risks. Opportunities, such as low-interest rates and decreased property prices, can yield lucrative outcomes if approached with the right mindset and strategic planning. From the perspective of Edwin Carrion, a real estate developer who has seen multiple economic downturns, understanding how to succeed in this space requires adaptation and practical thinking. He acknowledges the likelihood of a recession at the time of the podcast but asserts that this does not always lead to negative outcomes. As Edwin reveals, focusing on land and property investment during a recession can be highly profitable, as reduced competition and lower construction costs work in the investors' favor, making it a renters' market. Connect with me here: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/clicks-and-bricks-podcast-308862226 https://clicksandbricks.tv/ https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast

    Social in Your Social Media | #308 With Scott Eddy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 37:16


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    Power of Your "Why" | #307 With Danna Olivo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 42:14


    Discover the secret power behind having a solid why in your business and how it can skyrocket your success and resonate with your customers! My special guest is Danna Olivo In this episode, you will be able to: 1: Uncover the secrets behind Marketatomy Academy's renowned five-phase growth program tailored for small businesses. 2: Harness the power of a compelling 'why' to drive business success and form connections with customers. 3: Gain insights into funding alternatives like angel investments and equity funds to scale your enterprise. 4: Overcome self-sabotaging habits through personal coaching, mindset development, and accountability. 5: Navigate the tricky landscape of unsolicited advice and reluctance to seek coaching, while fostering a growth-oriented mindset. Connect with me here: https://clicksandbricks.tv/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/clicks-and-bricks-podcast-308862226 https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Global Biotech Success | #306 With Ravi Vinayak

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 29:18


    Discover the secrets to successfully expanding your life science or biotech business into international markets in this eye-opening podcast episode. In this episode, you will be able to: 1. Explore the growth opportunities and challenges for life science and biotech businesses in international markets. 2. Master the art of finding and evaluating channel partners for effective global distribution. 3. Grasp the complexities of foreign market approvals, custom duties, and VAT requirements for seamless international operations. 4. Achieve an equilibrium between personal insights and data-driven assessments of product potential for optimal decision-making. 5. Tackle cultural differences and market peculiarities to pave the way for triumphant overseas ventures. My special guest is Ravi Vinayak Ravi Vinayak is a renowned business strategist who specializes in helping life science and biotech startups expand internationally. With a PhD in Chemistry and a background in biology, Ravi expertly navigates the complex landscape of global markets for companies seeking to grow their business overseas. Founder of New Trail Consulting, Ravi combines his scientific knowledge with his experience in business development, sales, and marketing to identify and establish distribution channels for companies in various industries. His personal success story with a laser therapy machine for knee pain showcases his ability to adapt and thrive in different fields, making him a valuable asset to any life science or biotech startup. Connect with me here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clicks-and-bricks-podcast-308862226 https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast https://clicksandbricks.tv/ https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mastering Product Strategy | #305 With Clement Kao

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 40:21


    Little did Clement Kao know, his father's words of wisdom as a five-year-old would ignite a passionate journey of entrepreneurship, reskilling, and product creation that would equip businesses and small business owners with the tools to drive sales and generate recommendations. Uncover the secrets to Clement's success and discover how his unique approach to product management can help you take your business to the next level. In this episode, you will be able to: 1. Grasp the crucial role product management plays in small business success. 2. Devise a solid exit strategy to ensure seamless transitions in entrepreneurship. 3. Pinpoint the perfect market to enhance your product's chances of triumph. 4. Adopt continuous iteration and customer feedback as vital components of business development. 5. Forge a diverse and collaborative team as a driving force for innovation and growth. My special guest is Clement Kao Clement Kao, a multifaceted entrepreneur, brings his expertise in product management to the Runway For Success podcast. With a background in molecular cell biology from UC Berkeley, Clement transitioned into corporate America as a management consultant. His passion for data analytics and user research led him to reskill as a product manager, eventually becoming the founder of Product Teacher. He has also co-founded Product Manager HQ and played a pivotal role in the IPO of Blend. Clement's dedication to teaching others how to excel in product management makes him a valuable resource for small business owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Unlocking Company Culture | #304 With Adam Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 32:13


    Worried about how to create a positive and productive company culture? Discover the steps to creating a culture that boosts morale and productivity! You will learn the steps to creating a positive and productive company culture. In this episode, you will learn: 1. What does it take to get buy-in from an organization for a change initiative? 2. How can businesses use the same skills and approach when communicating with internal and external audiences? 3. What is the best way to optimize a business in the current economic climate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Leaving Comfy and Pushing the Ball | #303 With Jenn Garrett

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 31:58


    After a life-changing phone call, Jen Garrett leaves a comfortable corporate career to pursue her purpose of inspiring others to "move the ball" and "dominate the game" with her new book, Dominate the Game, revealing how to show up to life, remain aware of energy shifts, and tackle procrastination. You will learn: 1. How did Jen Garrett transition from a corporate career to becoming a full-time entrepreneur? 2. What strategies can entrepreneurs use to stay connected to their purpose and pivot their business during changing market landscapes? 3. How can individuals use the concept of "Suiting Up and Showing Up" to dominate the game of life? Jen Garrett is an author, military officer, podcast host, and branding expert. She has seven degrees, including a JD and MBA, and has worked in multiple Fortune 50 companies. She left her corporate career in 2019 to focus on her "Move The Ball" movement, which is about helping people progress forward each day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mindful Business Strategies | #302 With Jonathan Reynolds

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 41:27


    When Jonathan Reynolds left his small town in Wisconsin to pursue a career that gave him the freedom he craved, he discovered a life of mindful work that challenged him to find balance, sustainability and value in a world of conflicting priorities. You will learn how to unlock the power of mindfulness to take control of your life and find inner peace. In this video, you will learn: 1. How can being mindful in the present moment help us think strategically and see into the future? 2. What are the benefits of positioning yourself as the product and sharing your gift with the world? 3. How can mindfulness be used as part of a holistic approach to developing an entrepreneurial practice? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mitigating Risk & Delegation | # 301 with Todd Randall

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 37:57


    When Todd Randall, a late-bloomer entrepreneur, sets out to break free from the corporate lifestyle and take control of his own destiny, he discovers the hard truth that while taking risks can be rewarding, mitigating risk is the key to success. If entrepreneurs want to achieve success, they need to tune into this episode to learn how to use Delegation for Scale and maximize their chances of success. Todd Randall and I cover 2. What strategies do entrepreneurs use to mitigate risk? and 3. How can entrepreneurs achieve success with their first business? and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Niche and Driven Ideas with Jay Wertzberger Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 24:16


    Jay Wertzberger is the founder of Auto Transport Intel, a YouTube channel focused on connecting verticals and automotive dealers, auctions, carriers, and tech services. In this episode, we talked about: ●      Jay's venture into the automotive and ATI's origins ●      Finding your niche, knowing your audience, and building a community ●      The automotive industry and self-driving cars About Guest:  An aspiring filmmaker, writer, and videographer (in Los Angeles), Jay's journey delivered him to car hauling dispatching in Kansas City, MO in 2012. While learning the auto transport secondary market the hard way and took many notes, created a new roadmap, and within a year began training other dispatchers. Being recognized as a cornerstone in day-to-day operations, Jay worked hard to understand the essential needs of carriers, brokers and shippers - and why they are so fragmented in this ecosystem.  In 2017, Jay launched Auto Transport Intel, the industry's first car hauling YouTube business channel comprising all aspects of the auto transport trucking supply chain, and also co-founded CTS Business Coaching, which now coaches and trains owner operator car haulers to utilize a better business model. He holds a bachelor's degree in Marketing Management from Virginia Tech (class of '94), with a double minor in English & Communications. About Guest Company: Auto Transport Intel is a YouTube channel focused on connecting verticals and automotive dealers, auctions, carriers, tech services, et cetera. Guest Contact Information:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-wertzberger-ati/ Contact Ken:  inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast  #founderstories  #entrepreneurship  #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Niche and Driven Ideas with Jay Wertzberger Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 25:08


    Jay Wertzberger is the founder of Auto Transport Intel, a YouTube channel focused on connecting verticals and automotive dealers, auctions, carriers, and tech services. In this episode, we talked about: ●      Jay's venture into the automotive and ATI's origins ●      Finding your niche, knowing your audience, and building a community ●      The automotive industry and self-driving cars About Guest:  An aspiring filmmaker, writer, and videographer (in Los Angeles), Jay's journey delivered him to car hauling dispatching in Kansas City, MO in 2012. While learning the auto transport secondary market the hard way and took many notes, created a new roadmap, and within a year began training other dispatchers. Being recognized as a cornerstone in day-to-day operations, Jay worked hard to understand the essential needs of carriers, brokers and shippers - and why they are so fragmented in this ecosystem.  In 2017, Jay launched Auto Transport Intel, the industry's first car hauling YouTube business channel comprising all aspects of the auto transport trucking supply chain, and also co-founded CTS Business Coaching, which now coaches and trains owner operator car haulers to utilize a better business model. He holds a bachelor's degree in Marketing Management from Virginia Tech (class of '94), with a double minor in English & Communications. About Guest Company: Auto Transport Intel is a YouTube channel focused on connecting verticals and automotive dealers, auctions, carriers, tech services, et cetera. Guest Contact Information:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-wertzberger-ati/ Contact Ken:  inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast  #founderstories  #entrepreneurship  #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Community, Culture, and Passion through Music with Savitha Namuduri

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 31:49


    Savitha Namuduri is a data scientist by training and the founder of Surabhi Music Academy, a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to promoting Indian classical music in the United States. A native of India, Savitha has been playing and teaching Karnatak music (a southern Indian classical music genre) for over 20 years. She has a passion for sharing her culture and music with others, and believes that music has the power to connect people across cultures and borders. In this episode, we talked about: ● How and why Surabhi Music Academy was founded ● The importance of music education and learning about culture ● The value of children having extra-curricular activities About Guest: Smt. Savitha Namuduri is a musician hailing from Hyderabad, India. She started learning music at the age of 6 from Smt. V. Lalitha, later from Smt. Y. Bala Bharathi Devi and from Late. Dr. Nookala Chinna Satyanarayana. She received intensive advanced training from Guru Smt. Prema Ramamurthy, who moulded her into a concert level musician. She was further mentored by Late Sri N. S. Sreenivasan, who refined her performance techniques. She has been conferred awards such as the Oustanding service award from TAMA, Acharya Shri from Carnatic Music Idol, USA, and DroneAcharya award from the Sangeeth Samrat series. She is a well-respected teacher and performer living in the Dallas area and has taught for the past 20 years. While music is her passion, professionally, she holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Georgia State University, Atlanta, and works as a Data Scientist. About Guest Company: Surabhi Music Academy was founded as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization for promoting Indian Classical Music, specifically Carnatic Music, in 2016 by Smt. Dr. Savitha Namuduri. Website: https://surabhimusicacademy.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surabhimusicacademy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/surabhimusicacademy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/SurabhiMusicAcademy Guest Contact Information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savitha-namuduri/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The difference between Efficiency and Effectiveness with Mark Graban

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 64:28


    Mark Graban is a serial author and podcast host for My Favorite Mistake. He has written multiple books, including Lean Hospitals, Healthcare Kaizen, and Measures of Success. Mark Graban discusses his work with Lean Hospitals and the various books he's written on the topic. He explains that the word "Lean" has often been misunderstood and is really about efficiency and improving quality, patient safety, and employee engagement. He shares some stories from his book about mistakes made in healthcare and how they were overcome. In this episode, we talked about: ● How inefficient management practices can lead to bad outcomes for safety, quality, and productivity ● The importance of accountability ● How the Lean methodology can be used to improve organization About Guest: Mark Graban is is an internationally-recognized consultant, author, professional speaker, podcaster, and entrepreneur. He builds upon a deep education in engineering and management with practical experience working with executives and frontline employees in multiple industries to synthesize and practice methods including Lean management, continuous improvement, statistical methods, and people-centered leadership approaches. Guest Contact Information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mgraban/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Difference Between Large and Small Businesses in Terms of Automation with William Elliott

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 37:22


    William Elliott is a co-founder of Barcode and POS and has over 20 years of experience in the POS industry. He has an MBA and a master's in project management. We go through barcode and POS systems so that you can get the most out of your business. In this episode, we talked about the following: • William Elliott's experience in the POS industry, including the transition from traditional register systems to cloud-based automation • The various components of a POS system, including the software, hardware, and credit card processing • How a POS system can benefit a business owner by providing greater insight into inventory, sales, and other data About Guest: William Elliott is the co-founder of Barcode and POS. He has been in the POS industry for over 20 years and has seen the transformation from computerized system automation to full cloud automation. He started working with large companies as a consultant, and then he decided to offer the same type of solutions to small to medium-sized businesses. After that, he took the helm of Barcode and POS. He loves working with small businesses because he feels he can help them grow and succeed. A point-of-sale system comprises three components: the credit card processing software, the accounting software, and the POS software that drives everything. He likes to sit down with my customers and offer them the best solution for their business. Guest Contact Information: Website: https://barcodeandpos.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BarCodeandPOS Twitter: https://twitter.com/barcodeandpos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barcodeandpos/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/BarcodePOS/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqLPvYV1UlXA4srqjBEttFQ/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Angie Monko's Journey Becoming a Life Coach and Overcoming Trauma

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 37:03


    Angie Monko left her career as an accountant to become a life coach after being approached by someone at a meeting. She was initially hesitant, but she decided to pursue it after some research and self-reflection. This is her story of how she overcame trauma and divorce, breaking the chains of the past and using her pain as fuel for growth. In this episode, you will learn: ● How Angie left her corporate job to become a life coach ● What Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT or Tapping Technique) is, and how can it help people transform their lives ● The benefits of overcoming personal loss to empower others. About Guest: Angie Monko is a certified Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) practitioner and coach who helps people release weight and create transformation in their lives. She is the founder of Harmony Harbor Coaching and has been in business for over 11 years. About Guest Company: Harmony Harbor Coaching is a sacred, safe container for women going through divorce to heal, get support, and confidently move forward as a Loving Self-Advocate, where they learn to honor, respect, and advocate for themselves. Angie has owned Harmony Harbor Coaching since 2008, with certifications in Emotional Freedom Technique, Hypnosis, and The Healing Codes. By creating this safe support space in her workshops, retreats, private coaching, and online programs, women better communicate their needs and manage their energy, thus creating harmony and connection within themselves. Guest Contact Information: Twitter: https://twitter.com/angiemonko Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angela.monko/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Impact of the Parallel Entrepreneur with Mitchell Levy Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 33:27


    In today's business world, it is becoming more and more acceptable for people to have more than one job or business. This is especially true in Silicon Valley, where Mitchell Levy has worked for the past 35 years. Levy is a parallel entrepreneur, which means he runs multiple businesses simultaneously. He is also a business coach, helping other CEOs and entrepreneurs to do the same. Levy believes this is the new way of doing business and that a mindset shift will happen over time. However, he also believes that some companies are not ready for this change. In this episode, we talked about: ● How credibility helps people to articulate their purpose ● The difference between leadership and management ● The effectiveness of mind shift change in the workforce ● What is parallel entrepreneurship About Guest: Global Credibility Expert Mitchell Levy is a 2x TEDx speaker, an international bestselling author of over 60 books, and an executive coach at Marshall Goldsmith's 100 Coaches. He's an accomplished Entrepreneur who has created twenty businesses in Silicon Valley including four publishing companies that have published over 750 books. He's provided strategic consulting to hundreds of companies and has been the chairman of a board of a NASDAQ-listed company. Guest Contact Information: Twitter: https://twitter.com/happyabout Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchell.levy/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MitchellLevy?app=desktop Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Impact of the Parallel Entrepreneur with Mitchell Levy Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 31:08


    In today's business world, it is becoming more and more acceptable for people to have more than one job or business. This is especially true in Silicon Valley, where Mitchell Levy has worked for the past 35 years. Levy is a parallel entrepreneur, which means he runs multiple businesses simultaneously. He is also a business coach, helping other CEOs and entrepreneurs to do the same. Levy believes this is the new way of doing business and that a mindset shift will happen over time. However, he also believes that some companies are not ready for this change. In this episode, we talked about: ● How credibility helps people to articulate their purpose ● The difference between leadership and management ● The effectiveness of mind shift change in the workforce ● What is parallel entrepreneurship About Guest: Global Credibility Expert Mitchell Levy is a 2x TEDx speaker, an international bestselling author of over 60 books, and an executive coach at Marshall Goldsmith's 100 Coaches. He's an accomplished Entrepreneur who has created twenty businesses in Silicon Valley including four publishing companies that have published over 750 books. He's provided strategic consulting to hundreds of companies and has been the chairman of a board of a NASDAQ-listed company. Guest Contact Information: Twitter: https://twitter.com/happyabout Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchell.levy/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MitchellLevy?app=desktop Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Storytelling in Marketing and Branding

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2023 37:21


    On Todays Episode of Clicks and Bricks Podcast, ken interviews Vladimer Botsvadze. They discuss marketing and branding. About Vladimer: Vladimer Botsvadze is a world-renowned, multi-award-winning digital transformation and social media thought leader, influencer, keynote speaker, professor, startup advisor, Fortune 500 consultant, mentor, and internet personality. He has more than 15 years of international experience with a proven track record of guiding top brands and executives worldwide to initiate change, drive growth, and position brands as market leaders in the industries. He has enjoyed a remarkable career at the top of the technology industry and he is recognized as one of the brightest minds in digital transformation. He is currently ranked as the No. 1 Global Marketing, Social Media, and Retail Thought Leader by Thinkers360. In addition, he has been featured in Forbes, Bloomberg, Irish Tech News, World Biz Magazine and many media outlets. He has spoken at the Global Marketing Summit, the Asia Retail Summit, Digital Talk Forum, and AI Conversational Summit. He is an Advisory Board Member at RETHINK RETAIL, the United States Artificial Intelligence Institute and the United States Data Science Institute. Vladimer mentors students at the University of Westminster and entrepreneurs at UCL. He has committed his career to putting his clients to market domination and his story of marketing success teaches corporate clients the decisive social media strategies for high-performing teams. Vladimer inspires audiences to put customers at the heart of an organization. Contact Vladimer: www.vladimerbotsvadze.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dr. Nanette Nuessle: Fighting Burnout with Good Communication

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 45:03


    Dr. Nanette Nuessle is the founder of Beat Down Burnout. She is a pediatric hospitalist who has worked in 15 different states. She is passionate about helping others overcome burnout and bullying in the workplace. Since she has seen burnout firsthand in the medical profession, she created a system called BANK, which helps to identify and communicate with people of different personality types. After seeing the success of this system in her own workplace, she decided to leave her hospital job and start a business teaching others how to use the BANK system created by Cheri Tree in their own lives. In this episode, we talked about the following: • The impact of burnout on a person's life • How bullying drives burnout • The importance of having good communication in the workplace • The BANK system - Blueprint, Action, Nurturing, and Knowledge About Guest: Dr. Nanette Nuesslel is a pediatric hospitalist who has worked in 15 states. She is passionate about helping others overcome burnout and bullying in the workplace. About Guest Company: Beat Down Burnout is a company with a mission to do away with bullying and burnout in healthcare by using the knowledge and systems of personality science. They address bullying and burnout from a communication standpoint since both behaviors result from feeling unappreciated and misunderstood. They believe that many problems can be eliminated through listening and speaking in a manner that values both the speaker and the listener, and we have a system for doing that. Guest Contact Information: Twitter: https://twitter.com/drnann Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beatdownburnout Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beat_down_burnout/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXGl1DwvvGuF613aHLO1A3A Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Whenever you are in Doubt Start Ugly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2023 22:28


    Clicks and Bricks Podcast Episode #292 In Todays Episode ken talks to Chris Krimitsos from Podfest Expo. Ken and Chris discuss how a business owner can increase revenue with a seminar and what the podfest expo is all about. About Podfest Expo: Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together. A Podfest event is so much more that just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets a Podfest event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family. About Chris Krimitsos: Chris has successfully grown Podfest™ Multimedia Expo to an international conference with upwards of three thousand registrants from what started as a meetup at a local café in 2013. Content creators have benefited from his knack for community building as they build relationships AND their podcasts and YouTube channels through the platforms he has provided. These experiences, whether in-person or virtual, are built from the foundation of Chris having created more than 2,000 live events in his professional career. As a trendsetter, Chris identified podcasting's popularity and responded with a 2017 documentary about the evolving medium called The Messengers: A Podcast Documentary. The film has been placed on YouTube for global distribution after being initially released on Amazon, where Chris also had a book (“Start Ugly”) hit #1 in Business Leadership and HR. Contact Chris: criskrimitsos.com Contact Podfest Expo: https://podfestexpo.com/contact/ Podfest Expo Dates: January 26 2023 - January 29 2023 Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Capturing Your Best Moments with Bliss Photography

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 28:50


    Today we have Carol Bliss, owner of Bliss Photography. She has been a photographer for over 17 years and has empowered many women's beauty and confidence through the pictures she takes of them. She has developed a unique offer called Vogue Photography where she offers photography services at parties to make the occasion more memorable. ● Carol's entrepreneurial journey ● Bliss Photography's Vogue Photography system ● Creating a new niche for yourself About Carol Today we have Carol Bliss, owner of Bliss Photography. She has been a photographer for over 17 years and has empowered many women's beauty and confidence through the pictures she takes of them. About Bliss Photography: Bliss Photography studio is located in Kansas City, the perfect place for family sessions, professional shots, senior portraits, and real estate photography with drone work. Contact Carol: Carol's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolblisswhite/ blissphotographyimages.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Importance of Readiness in Starting a Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 42:13


    Clicks and Bricks Podcast Episode #290 Know the importance of marketing for a successful business as Ken shares a fruitful conversation with Lisa Williams about her journey of success despite all the challenges along the way. ● Lisa's journey before starting her marketing agency ● The importance of self-care for entrepreneurs ● Preparations before officially launching It's Simply Digital ● Elaborating the marketing's role in businesses/companies ● Tips on how to identify the perfect marketing strategies for your company About Lisa: Lisa Williams went to a marketing school. It is where she gathered knowledge and experiences that molded her expertise in the field of marketing. Her life is not a fairytale as she has been through a lot of struggles, but it did not stop her from building her own marketing agency. About Its Simply Digital: its Simply Digital is a digital marketing agency founded by Lisa Williams. They focus on helping solopreneurs, micro companies and small businesses succeed in the business industry by curating suitable marketing strategies. Lisa's Contact Information: https://itssimplydigital.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/itssimplydigital/ lisa@itsimplydigital.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The One Shot Mindset: From Consultant to Entrepreneur

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2022 24:53


    Discover what it's like to have an entrepreneurial mindset as Ken shares an insightful conversation with Chrissa McFarlane about her transition from consultant to entrepreneur. In this episode, they will dive into: ● Chrissa's journey as an entrepreneurial immigrant ● What is Patientory and how it helps in safeguarding healthcare data ● How your passion can lead to starting your company ● Her advice and tips for aspiring entrepreneurs About Chrissa: Chrissa McFarlane, the first female CEO of a blockchain company, has direct knowledge of the highs and lows of being a minority female entrepreneur. Becker's Hospital Review named Chrissa as one of the top women "leaving their mark on the MedTech field" after she founded Patientory in December 2015 in response to the market's need for a more individualized and secure population health management solution. About Patientory: Carrying their fundamental belief that impacting population health starts with impacting one person at a time, Patientory is a global currency and population health management system that controls and safeguards patient data. Its mission is to empower people with actionable data-driven insights for improved health outcomes and well-being. Its vision is to build a healthier future for all by becoming the home of patient data. Chrissa Contact Information: Patientory.com https://twitter.com/patientory https://chrissamcfarlane.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissamcfarlane/ https://www.instagram.com/chrissa.mcfarlane/ https://twitter.com/chrissatanelia Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Integrating AI Technology and People for a Successful Entrepreneurship

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 26:36


    Listen and discover how Jerry Abiog integrated AI technology to help other businesses drive growth by predicting customer behavior in the entrepreneurial landscape in his journey toward success with Standard Insights. -- Beginnings of Jerry Abiog and Standard Insights -- Significance of Support and the Hustle-and-Grind Mentality -- How do Standard Insights Help Businesses with AI? -- AI's Ups and Downs -- Democratization of AI -- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning About Jerry Abiog: Jerry Abiog worked in sales and marketing for over 25 years, left the corporate world, and started his journey with Standard Insights. As he helped companies with sales and marketing initiatives for years, they continue helping businesses grow with Artificial Intelligence. About Standard Insights: Standard Insights, an analytics and growth marketing platform, uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) as its service to help businesses. They can predict potential profitability, help with inventory forecasting, and execute data-driven omnichannel campaigns to accompany any business toward success in the competitive landscape. Jerry's Contact Information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryabiog/ https://standardinsights.io/ jerry@standardinsights.io Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Empowering Women of Color in the Workplace with Toi B. Jameswith Toi B. James

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 40:32


    Learn more about the Entrepreneur mindset as Ken shares a very insightful conversation with Toi James. In the episode, they will discuss the following: ● Importance of having a meaning and thoughtful conversations in Difficult situations ● The changing landscape of work environments ● The importance of communication in relationships About Guest: Toi James is a former employee from Corporate America and is now the founder and CIO of Red Ink Enterprises. She is also a coach, writer, and author of the Book Talk About It. About Guest Company Red Ink Enterprises is a boutique coaching and consulting business focusing on inclusive engagement and communications. It offers collaborative, transformative experiences to guarantee that each person is acknowledged, valued, and respected to foster a strong sense of belonging among all the groups. Guest contact Information linkedin.com/in/toibjames redinkenterprises.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetTOWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The One Thing You Need to Know to Be a Successful Entrepreneur -- Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 25:34


    Listen and be inspired by David Carmell's journey toward the entrepreneurial landscape. Know his entrepreneurial mindset and how he made his way to a successful venture as he discusses the importance of connection, access, and curiosity as big assets in the field. ● David's entrepreneurial journey ● Beginning of DealRockit and its goals ● DealRockit to Startup Rockit ● Power of building the connection ● The entrepreneur mindset About Guest: David Carmell went to law school, was offered to be the CEO of a large public company, and eventually started an entrepreneurial journey of his own. He is the founder of DealRockit and Startup Rockit, which continue helping businesses scale and collaborate in the fast-paced landscape. About Guest Company: DealRockit and Startup Rockit, a business acceleration platform and a digital marketplace are dedicated to helping aspiring businesses and aspirers scale and elevate their ventures. Making the companies revolutionary, they build a community and platform where businesses may connect, collaborate, and transact with the extensive business landscape. Guest Contact Information: https://dealrockit.com/ https://startuprockit.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcarmell/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The One Thing You Need to Know to Be a Successful Entrepreneur -- Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 34:57


    Listen and be inspired by David Carmell's journey toward the entrepreneurial landscape. Know his entrepreneurial mindset and how he made his way to a successful venture as he discusses the importance of connection, access, and curiosity as big assets in the field. ● David's entrepreneurial journey ● Beginning of DealRockit and its goals ● DealRockit to Startup Rockit ● Power of building the connection ● The entrepreneur mindset About Guest: David Carmell went to law school, was offered to be the CEO of a large public company, and eventually started an entrepreneurial journey of his own. He is the founder of DealRockit and Startup Rockit, which continue helping businesses scale and collaborate in the fast-paced landscape. About Guest Company: DealRockit and Startup Rockit, a business acceleration platform and a digital marketplace are dedicated to helping aspiring businesses and aspirers scale and elevate their ventures. Making the companies revolutionary, they build a community and platform where businesses may connect, collaborate, and transact with the extensive business landscape. Guest Contact Information: https://dealrockit.com/ https://startuprockit.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidcarmell/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Developing Your System & Soul with Benj Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 39:27


    Get a glimpse of the entrepreneur mindset as Ken shares a worthwhile business-related conversation with Benj Miller of System & Soul. In this episode, they will dive into the following: ● Benj's beginning stages of getting into entrepreneurship and what led him to his calling: System & Soul. ● How our current society looks down on Lifestyle Businesses ● The essence of proper employee treatment and helping them ‘drive their C.A.R.' ● How the education system doesn't serve entrepreneurs ● The rise of solopreneurs and its impact on today's economy About Guest: Benj Miller is a business coach, the chief architect, and co-founder of the company System & Soul. He helps businesses move from being founder-led to leadership-team led so they can scale, and is dedicated to using his curiosity to help others find perspective. He provides services on executive coaching, leadership development, public speaking, team building, training, management consulting, business consulting, and strategic planning. About Guest Company: System & Soul helps experienced business coaches increase their income and impact in 90 days through the System & Soul Framework. The company's mission is to transform 25,000 companies by the end of this decade, just using the System & Soul operating framework where coaches can take the lessons that other people have learned and put them into their business, thus creating a breakthrough. System & Soul provides the structure, language, and processes coaches need to manage their business while not forgetting the soul, why they created it in the first place, the culture they want for their employees, and what makes them attractive to their customers. Guest Contact Information: Website: benjmiller.com LinkedIn: Benj Miller System & Soul: systemandsoul.com the261: the261.com Twitter: @benjmiller Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Providing quality and affordable services to the customers with Dent Tire LLC

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 33:54


    Clicks and Bricks Podcast Learn more about the entrepreneur mindset as Ken shares a very insightful conversation with Enrique and Joslyn Dent. In this episode, they will discuss the following: ● Their journey of being husband and wife building a business together ● How they overcome the challenges of being entrepreneurs and how they support each other as spouses ● What drives them to be motivated in their married and professional life About Guest: Enrique Dent is a former service manager from Goodyear and also a former store manager of Honda, while Joslyn previously worked in the financial services and pension retirement industry, and now both of them are managing their own business, Dent Tire LLC. About Dent Tire LLC: Dent Tire LLC is a wholesale commercial truck and car tire company located in Atlanta, Georgia. They have been operating since 2018 and are servicing known commercial truck tires and foreign brands as well. Contact Dent Tire LLC: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enrique-tetraz-dent https://www.linkedin.com/in/joslyn-dent https://www.denttiresllc.com/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetTOWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Creating and Selling Digital Products for the Right Market with Destinicopp.com

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 36:52


    Clicks and Bricks Podcast Learn more about the Entrepreneur mindset as Ken shares a very insightful conversation with Destini Copp. In this episode, they will discuss the following: ● Destini's journey from being an adjunct faculty member to being the CEO of Destinicopp.com ● How Destini surpasses the challenges of being a Digital Marketer ● Destini's advice to people on how to turn their ideas into reality and overcome Impostor Syndrome About Destini: Destini Copp is a former University Professor and is now the CEO and founder of Destinicopp.com. About destinicopp.com Destinicopp.com is helping entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and scale their revenues through digital products. They specialize in providing services for generating successful online courses. Destinicopp.com also helps business owners to sell their digital products like online courses, to the right students or audience. Cotnact Destini linkedin.com/in/destinicopp Destinicopp.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetTOWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Past, Present, and Future of AI -- Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 28:14


    Clicks and Bricks Podcast Ep #281 Get ready to be inspired by Bryant Cruse's story of taking risks, problem-solving, and bootstrapping to climb his way to success. ● The history of artificial intelligence and its current state ● Bryant's entrepreneurial journey ● The difference between VC and bootstrapping ● Creation of the New Sapience ● How sapiens can help their owners? About Bryant: Bryant Cruse has gone to an AI school, which pushed him to start his first startup, now on his third. He is the founder and CEO of the New Sapience. They turn computers into thinking machines with the goal of having intelligence and knowledge that can help owners collect their data and information. About New Sapience: New Sapience has invented and patented a new branch of Artificial Intelligence that has never been done before. The company's sapiens technology is a platform for building domain-specific applications with their customers and the company's own business and consumer products. It comes in two versions: the Companion Series for individuals and the Pro-Series Sapiens for businesses. Guest Bryant Information: https://www.newsapience.com/ https://www.bryantcruse.com/ http://www.forwardtothefuture.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryantcruse/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Past, Present, and Future of AI -- Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2022 30:03


    Get ready to be inspired by Bryant Cruse's story of taking risks, problem-solving, and bootstrapping to climb his way to success. ● The history of artificial intelligence and its current state ● Bryant's entrepreneurial journey ● The difference between VC and bootstrapping ● Creation of the New Sapience ● How sapiens can help their owners? About Bryant: Bryant Cruse has gone to an AI school, which pushed him to start his first startup, now on his third. He is the founder and CEO of the New Sapience. They turn computers into thinking machines with the goal of having intelligence and knowledge that can help owners collect their data and information. About New Sapience: New Sapience has invented and patented a new branch of Artificial Intelligence that has never been done before. The company's sapiens technology is a platform for building domain-specific applications with their customers and the company's own business and consumer products. It comes in two versions: the Companion Series for individuals and the Pro-Series Sapiens for businesses. Guest Bryant Information: https://www.newsapience.com/ https://www.bryantcruse.com/ http://www.forwardtothefuture.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryantcruse/ Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How to Achieve Six-Figure Profits in the Span of 12 Months with Neil Twa

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 46:05


    Clicks and Bricks Podcast Episode #279 Dive into digital marketing and Amazon market with Neil Twa as they discuss product innovations and marketing. In this episode, they get into: • Neil's career journey from programming at 14, working in IBM, to managing and coaching business owners. • How Neil met Kevin Harrington through a networking event and built a partnership with him. • Never-ending innovation of products that leads to high profits. • Fundamentals of building a brand and profiting through eCommerce platforms. About Neil: Neil Twa is the CEO of Voltage Holdings, LLC. As well as the host of High Voltage Business Builders Podcast and a serial entrepreneur who deals with mentoring business owners into achieving six-figure profits in 12 months. About Voltage Holdings: Voltage Holdings, LLC specializes in acquiring and managing Amazon third-party FBA brands. They offer Amazon-managed services, business coaching, and consulting and own interest in multiple entities in eCommerce. Contact Neil: voltagedm.com linkedin.com/in/neiltwa Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    New Must See Episode On Thursday! Six Figures in 12 months

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 3:58


    In This week's episode, you can learn how to make Six-Figures in 12 months. You won't want to miss this upcoming episode check back on Thursday to learn everything you need to know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Value of Health and Fitness in Every Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 29:50


    Clicks and Bricks Podcast Episode #278 In today's Clicks and Bricks Podcast episode, Ken interviews Jeff Bettag. They discuss Jeff's entrepreneurial journey, specifically on the following points: • The balance between fitness and business and why most people, especially entrepreneurs, struggle in taking care of their health • What makes the Juice Plus+ franchise standout among other business franchises • How Jeff started marketing Juice Plus+ and how he adapted to a more modern approach to marketing • Ken and Jeff's tips for moving forward in any career About Jeff: Jeff Bettag is a fitness expert and a business owner. He is a certified health coach and an independent distributor of The Juice Plus+ Company— Jeff incorporates both of these careers in his blog, eatthedamnsalad.com. About Guest Company: The Juice Plus+ Company is a line of dietary supplements that contain fruit and vegetable juice extracts with added vitamins and nutrients. Aside from its dietary supplements, its product line also offers chewable supplements, shakes, and nutritional bars. Eat The Damn Salad is a blog site that provides knowledge regarding fitness and wellness. Its topic ranges from healthy recipes, certain foods you should add to your diet, home remedies, and various testimonials from different people. Contact Jeff: eatthedamnsalad.com jeff@jeffbettag.com www.linkedin.com/in/jeffbettag/ Text: 314-724-9306 Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Health and Fitness in Business?? Learn More this Thursday!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 4:20


    Is Health and Fitness in Business Important? Ken and Jeff discuss this and other great topics on this week's Clicks and Bricks Podcast episode. Check out this sneak peek of the episode. The episode will be released Thursday at 6:00 AM. You won't want to miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Trials and Errors: The Guide to being a successful Entrepreneur

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 32:53


    Clicks and Bricks Podcast Episode #277 Let us dive into the business of Detailing as Ken and Phillip talk about establishing, maintaining, and leveling up the business. Topics to be covered in this episode: * Philip's willingness for a fresh start in establishing Miranda Detailing * The opportunities and challenges brought by the fast pace of digitalization in doing business * Adapting to the new set of trends to expand the algorithm of the business * Extending a helping hand to fellow businessmen starting About Phillip: Phillip Miranda co-founded Miranda Detailing with his wife Jessica. Located in Chesterfield, VA, they had to move out from their hometown to seek business opportunities that weren't easy, to begin with. The Mirandas had to face challenges in establishing their Detailing Business before having one of the well-known Detailing services in town. About Miranda Detailing: Miranda Detailing aims to give its clients the best-detailing service in RVA. They have been in the business for more than 10 years and have mastered the detailing industry, with their knowledge and experience in taking care of the interior and exterior of their client's vehicles. Contact Miranda Detailing: mirandadetailing.com Philmiranda@mirandadetailing.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Promoting Small businesses through the help of Digital Marketing

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 42:43


    Episode #276 Learn more about Entrepreneur mindset as Ken shares a very insightful business conversation with Niki Dealey. In this episode they will discuss: * Niki's career and how she started with Digital Marketing and how she founded Dealey Media International * How Niki has coped up with the problems that she had dealt with in the past. * Niki's advice to small business owners on how to achieve a balanced life and how to move forward. About Niki: Niki Dealey is a Certified Conversion Strategist and the President and Founder of Dealey Media International. About Dealey Media International: Dealey Media International is a Major Media that is known in the field of Digital Marketing. They are helping entrepreneurs to provide effective online Marketing Solutions. It also specialises in helping business owners to increase revenues and lower expenses for small businesses. Guest Contact Information: linkedin.com/in/niki-dealey-16199929 DealeyMediaInternational.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetTOWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    New Found Hope: How Shelly Created A Non-profit Organization -- Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 34:14


    Episode #275 Seeing people go through a situation we once did pushes us to help them heal and move on. This is how Shelly Norris, co-founder of Corey's Network, started a Kansas City Missouri based nonprofit organization for homicide victims. Whats discussed in this episode: * Introducing Corey's Network and sharing the reason for its existence. * Taking advantage of the social working experiences to seek justice for his two sons and herself. * How did Corey's Network help people in need? about Shelly: Shelly Norris is a co-founder of Corey's Network, a non-profit organization that supports homicide victims by giving counseling, helping them understand the investigation and court processes, and paying for the funerals. About Corey's Network: Corey's Network is a non-profit organization that was created to honor the late Corey Laykorvich. With the help of their affiliates, they provide immediate support, advocacy, and services to the surviving victims of homicide in Kansas City. Contact Corey's Network: coreysnetwork.org coreysnetwork@gmail.com 816 834-9161 Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    New Found Hope: How Shelly Created A Non-profit Organization -- Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 31:27


    Episode #274 Seeing people go through a situation we once did pushes us to help them heal and move on. This is how Shelly Norris, co-founder of Corey's Network, started a Kansas City Missouri based nonprofit organization for homicide victims. Whats discussed in this episode: * Introducing Corey's Network and sharing the reason for its existence. * Taking advantage of the social working experiences to seek justice for his two sons and herself. * How did Corey's Network help people in need? about Shelly: Shelly Norris is a co-founder of Corey's Network, a non-profit organization that supports homicide victims by giving counseling, helping them understand the investigation and court processes, and paying for the funerals. About Corey's Network: Corey's Network is a non-profit organization that was created to honor the late Corey Laykorvich. With the help of their affiliates, they provide immediate support, advocacy, and services to the surviving victims of homicide in Kansas City. Contact Corey's Network: coreysnetwork.org coreysnetwork@gmail.com 816 834-9161 Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Generating Sales through the Use of Entrepreneurial Tendencies -- Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 34:23


    Episode #273 Welcome back to Part 2! Discover the entrepreneurial mindset as Ken and Dave Dee discuss the importance of passion and performance in making a good sale. Topics to be covered in this episode: * Dave Dee's career shift in career from being a magician to a successful speaker and sales expert * How Dave Dee ended up generating $330,000 worth of stuff in a 75-minute breakout session. * The mission of Sales Espresso and how Dave came up with it * The transition of seminars and conventions into webinars; Adapting to change in the world of sales About Dave: Dave Dee is the CEO of Sales Espresso, while Kalia Dee is the President. Dave Dee teaches entrepreneurs how to conceive, create, and deliver powerful presentations that sell their products, services, or ideas by speaking through webinars and live online events. About Sales Espresso: Sales Espresso is a media company dedicated to assisting professionals in selling professional services in order to expand their enterprises. It is intended for professional service providers who sell through consulting. Contact Dave: salesespresso.com davedee.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Generating Sales through the Use of Entrepreneurial Tendencies -- Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 32:37


    Episode #272 Discover the entrepreneurial mindset as Ken and Dave Dee discuss the importance of passion and performance in making a good sale. Be sure to stay tuned for part 2. Topics to be covered in this episode: * Dave Dee's career shift in career from being a magician to a successful speaker and sales expert * How Dave Dee ended up generating $330,000 worth of stuff in a 75-minute breakout session. * The mission of Sales Espresso and how Dave came up with it * The transition of seminars and conventions into webinars; Adapting to change in the world of sales About Dave: Dave Dee is the CEO of Sales Espresso, while Kalia Dee is the President. Dave Dee teaches entrepreneurs how to conceive, create, and deliver powerful presentations that sell their products, services, or ideas by speaking through webinars and live online events. About Sales Espresso: Sales Espresso is a media company dedicated to assisting professionals in selling professional services in order to expand their enterprises. It is intended for professional service providers who sell through consulting. Contact Dave: salesespresso.com davedee.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Grow your Amazon Sellers Business With These Tips and Tricks -- EP #271

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 38:17


    Episode #271 Get a glimpse of the entrepreneur mindset as Ken shares a business-related conversation with Steven Pope. In this episode, they will dive into: * Amazon search engine and its A+ content * Four tenets of e-commerce * Key fundamentals for new brand owners * The importance of people in scaling a company About Steven: Steven Pope is the founder of My Amazon Guy, and is a 300+ person Amazon Seller Central agency out of Atlanta, GA. He is a marketing manager and director who have overseen a myriad of programs that impact the P&L through both onsite and offsite channels such as SEO, SEM, retargeting, analytics, affiliate, CSE, display, Amazon, social, and email where he utilizes his skills and knowledge regarding marketing and eCommerce by offering fresh, bold, and innovative ideas for challenging problems. About My Amazon Guy: Amazon Full Service Marketing Agency is a 300+ client full service Amazon Agency in Atlanta, Georgia. They growth hack sales through traffic and conversion improvements. PPC, SEO, Design, Catalog Merchandising, and more all in house. Known as The Wikipedia of selling on Amazon, we have 1000+ Tutorial Videos on how to grow sales on Amazon Khan Academy style. Reach out to Stephen and My Amazon Guy: Website: https://myamazonguy.com/ Want a job: https://myamazonguy.com/jobs Want to hire or talk to them: https://myamazonguy.com/book Check out My Amazon Guy on Youtube: @My Amazon Guy https://www.youtube.com/c/MyAmazonGuy Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Achieving Success in Building Business Infrastructure PART 2 -- EP #270

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 31:11


    Episode #270 Welcome back to Ken's interview with Alicia Butler Pierre. This episode will also delve into: * Alicia's previous career, going back to school to study business, moving to a new place * Realizing her organization skills, and then eventually starting Equilibria * How they attract clients and the business processes and documentations they do in Equilibria * Accessibility of enterprise solutions for small business About Alicia: Alicia Butler Pierre is the founder and CEO of Equilibria. After juggling her job and business school, she managed to start up her own company that provides services and solutions to entrepreneurs and its workforce for them on business infrastructure. About Equilibria: Equilibria is a boutique operations management firm that specializes in building business infrastructure for fast-growing small businesses to stabilize finances and audits to support growing customer demand and making enterprise solutions accessible for small businesses. Contact Alicia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciabutlerpierre/ Listen to Alicia's Podcast: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Business--Economics-Podcasts/Business-Infrastructure-Curing-Back-Office-Blues-p1341671/ Contact Equilibria: https://www.eqbsystems.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Achieving Success in Building Business Infrastructure PART 1 -- EP #269

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 22:10


    Episode #269 Let's get into the great minds of Ken along with Alicia Butler Pierre in a worthy and interesting storytelling of how she built her business. This episode is a 2 parter so be sure to check back in on monday for part 2 This episode will also delve into: * Alicia's previous career, going back to school to study business, moving to a new place * Realizing her organization skills, and then eventually starting Equilibria * How they attract clients and the business processes and documentations they do in Equilibria * Accessibility of enterprise solutions for small business About Alicia: Alicia Butler Pierre is the founder and CEO of Equilibria. After juggling her job and business school, she managed to start up her own company that provides services and solutions to entrepreneurs and its workforce for them on business infrastructure. About Equilibria: Equilibria is a boutique operations management firm that specializes in building business infrastructure for fast-growing small businesses to stabilize finances and audits to support growing customer demand and making enterprise solutions accessible for small businesses. Contact Alicia: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciabutlerpierre/ Listen to Alicia's Podcast: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Business--Economics-Podcasts/Business-Infrastructure-Curing-Back-Office-Blues-p1341671/ Contact Equilibria: https://www.eqbsystems.com Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bridging Opportunity Gaps between the Disability Community and the Business Community -- EP #268

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 24:01


    Episode #268 Listen as Ken discusses with Aarti Sahgal, the founder and CEO of Synergies Work, Aarti tells us how she gives people with disabilities a more equal opportunity to enter the entrepreneurial world. These topics will be covered in this episode: * Aarti discusses how their family is involved in the business field * What is “Synergies Work” and the organization's purpose? * How can people with disabilities get into the business community? * The journey to success in the business world Contact Synergies Work: https://synergieswork.org Contact Ken: inlink.com/ken hello@kencox.com Text: 314-370-2871 #GetToWork Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clicksandbrickspodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClicksBricksPodcast Website: https://clickandbrickspodcast.com #businesspodcast #founderstories #entrepreneurship #entrepreneur Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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