Hack My Business

Do you know the best way to capture the attention of your target audience? Harnessing new technologies that allow you to deeper connect to your customers is KEY to converting viewers into sales. Joining us today is Kirsty Dawe, the CEO of Webeo, a B2B website personalization solution that empowers marketers by creating long lasting relationships with customers that grow revenue. She creates websites that are more tailored, more streamlined, and at the end of the day, more lucrative for businesses. Tune in to discover how you can make the most out of your website experience and get the results you're after!    More from Kirsty Dawe:  Visit www.webeo.com Email: Kirsty@webeo.com  LinkedIn: @Kirsty Dawe & @Webeo Twitter: @KirstyDawe1   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

When you have a new product or business idea, where do you even begin? Figuring out how to sell your product can be challenging, but to help us get to the bottom of it is Bendee Anzures, Internal Consultant and former VP of Brand & Lifecycle Marketing with top companies like Kraft and Chips Ahoy. She's here to help us think through our marketing tactics and understand the metrics behind them, especially when it comes to product based businesses. Tune in to discover the best ways to prioritize and plan your marketing strategies to see the biggest impact on your business. Plus, find out some of the resources and tools you can use without creating more work for yourself!    More from Bendee Anzures:  LinkedIn: @Bendilda (Bendee) A  Twitter: @bendeea1   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Do you need help financing or receiving funding for your small business? I'm thrilled to bring back today's guest, Scott Rogalski, the Director Of Strategic Initiatives at Northern California Small Business Development Center. Scott is a finance guru and someone who calls it straight when it comes to small business financing. He'll cover everything from virtual fintech lenders to gaining the access to the right banks and platforms. As a well versed business coach and finance expert, Scott will dive into his tips and tricks surrounding commercial banking and business lending, so you can make the best decisions possible. Discover what strategic programs are out there that can help provide support to you and your business. Most importantly, learn how to plan for the upcoming year, make sense of the past, and understand what to look out for.  More from Scott Rogalski:  Visit www.norcalsbdc.org    Get Fundica Government Funding Sign up for Advising   Finding Scott Rogalski: Email: Scott@norcalsbdc.org  LinkedIn: @Scott Rogalski  Instagram: @asksbdc Facebook: @Asksbdc  Twitter: @CaliforniaSBDC   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

There is help out there for whatever your needs are. Today I'm joined by Carolina Martinez, the CEO of CAMEO, an association for micro enterprise opportunity, where I currently serve on the board of directors! Back in 1994, Carolina saw a lack in services and tools for micro enterprises to grow and thrive. Today, as a statewide network for business partners, CAMEO provides loans/credit, technical assistance, business management training, and open channels of communication for people to share and develop ideas. She'll help us figure out the best practices for operating and growing an enterprise as well as some of the most foolproof ways to overcome challenges. Tune in to see how we can leverage businesses owners' strengths and come together as a community in order to provide more solutions for EVERYONE!  More from Carolina Martinez:  Visit cameonetwork.org Email: cameo@CAMEOnetwork.org  Facebook & Twitter: @CAMEOnetwork  LinkedIn: @CAMEO  Finding Carolina Martinez: LinkedIn: @Carolina Martinez Twitter: @DCaroMartinez   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!  

Wellness does NOT have to look one certain way. Today I'm joined by two amazing guests, the first is the founder of Avant Haüs Media, master behind the scenes, and Producer of Hack My Business, Christina Barsi. Along with us is Beth Bloom, the Editorial Director of Small Business Front, a corporation I started earlier last year to help entrepreneurs navigate the world of small business. Something that matters to EVERY business is wellness. What does wellness even mean? Is there anything to help manage work-life balance? How can we maintain our careers and businesses while still having energy for ourselves? Join us to discover these answers, and more. Plus, learn what YOU can do to keep your wellness in check each and every day as it ebbs and flows.  More from Beth Bloom:  Visit www.smallbusinessfront.com  LinkedIn: @Beth B. More from Christina Barsi:  Visit www.avanthausmedia.com   Subscribe to the Newsletter for more topics on wellness, creativity and personal development Join Unleash Intuitive Academy & Collective  Listen to Be Bold Begin Finding Christina Barsi: Email: barsi@avanthausmedia.com  LinkedIn: @Christina Barsi  Instagram: @unleashxbarsi & @thebarsi Twitter: @cbarsi1 More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Your biggest competitor should always be yourself! Today I'm joined by Tim Holtkamp, a small business advisor with the small business development center out of Mclennan, MCCSBDC, which services the central Texas area. We'll dig into all things business advising and what it truly means to be providing support to small business owners. He shares how he customizes experiences directly for entrepreneurs to simplify their processes and streamline their income. No matter where they are along the way, Tim helps propel business owners forward towards reaching their goals. Join us as we focus on the fundamentals and Tim breaks down the essential principles for ANY business owner!  More from Tim Holtkamp:  Visit www.mccsbdc.com  Email: entrepreneur@mclennan.edu  LinkedIn: @Tim Holtkamp Youtube: @Texas Business Podcast Facebook: @Mclennan Small Business Development Center Twitter: @MCCSBDC   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

There is one single person holding you back from growing your business...and that is YOU. To truly scale up, you need to let go of the reins and become a teacher rather than a worker! Start turning your work into processes that can be delegated and focus on innovating instead. Today we have an expert in small business growth to reveal to us his 12 step method to doubling your income in 90 days. Simon Severino is the founder of Strategy Sprints, a consulting firm built on growing small businesses and giving the entrepreneur their freedom back. It is time to retire from the day to day operations and accelerate into the next level of entrepreneurship!   More from Simon Severino:  Visit Strategysprints.com Read Strategy Sprints Listen to Strategy Sprints Finding Simon Severino: Facebook, Twitter, Youtube & Instagram: @StrategySprints LinkedIn: Simon Severino Twitter: @simonseverino   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!  

Ever wondered how to get your start as an entrepreneur in the entertainment industry? Well you're in luck, today we are joined by entertainment expert, Bianca Quesada, the CEO and Founder of ARCUS Studios and Zone One Productions. The entertainment industry is teeming with small businesses and Bianca is here to inspire you to take your first steps into entrepreneurship! She will share the key steps to building a pathway into entertainment entrepreneurship and how to authentically connect with a specific cultural market. Tune in and learn how you can join in the pursuit of creating sustainable equity within the entertainment industry and reach a wider audience.  More from Bianca Quesada:  Visit www.viaarcus.com & zoneoneproductions.com   Instagram: @zone_one_productions & @viaarcus  Finding Bianca Quesada: LinkedIn: @Bianca C. Quesada  Instagram: @bianca_quesada   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources. 

Strategic planning doesn't have to be complicated. Coming to you on site from the SBDC conference, I'm joined by my dear friend Eric Ryan, a founding partner at Mission Met, an organization that helps other organizations with their strategic planning. We'll discuss how you can surmount the challenges that come with developing and executing your business's VISION. Eric will help walk you through decision making, putting processes into place, and creating realistic goals. If you can shift your thinking, you can develop the fundamental skill set needed to make it through any hardships. Don't get intimidated by the amount of work, instead organize and take it one thing at a time!  More from Eric Ryan:  Visit www.missionmet.com  LinkedIn: @Eric Ryan Read Mission Met Finding Eric Ryan: Email: info@missionmet.com  LinkedIn & Youtube: @Mission Met  Facebook: @your.mission.met Twitter: @mission_met Read The 12 Week Year    More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Entrepreneurs just see the world differently. I'm joined today by Sal Bednarz, the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Port Labs, an exciting innovation hub located in Oakland, California. Sal has always had an eye for spotting value, and creating community and connection around entrepreneurship. Moving now into a leadership role, Sal is advocating for small business owners all across the Bay Area through different organizations and legislation. You'll learn how to develop and grow your network intentionally, so you can support others along their journeys as well. We'll break down the opportunity mindset and how Sal and the team at Port Labs are driving innovation forward to help entrepreneurs everywhere!  Finding Sal Bednarz: Website: www.portlabs.co LinkedIn: @Sal BednarPort Labsz & @Port labs Schedule a FREE tour  More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

How do you know when it's the right time to hire an executive coach? I'm delighted to introduce Jessica Padilla Bowen, a certified Executive Coach, and an accomplished Communications and Public Relations professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Jessica helps executives tackle the biggest issues they're facing so they can produce their best work possible. In order to be the best version of yourself, you have to know what you don't know, and be willing to learn from an expert. Tune in as she debunks the myths around her role, and breaks down the differences between consulting and coaching. Having the awareness to know when you need to ask for help is an invaluable skill that will only benefit you and your business!     More from Jessica Padilla Bowen:  Visit www.katherinepadilla.com  Join The mPEAK Course    Finding Jessica Padilla Bowen: Email: Jessica@padillabowen.com  LinkedIn: @Jessica Padilla Bowen  Instagram & Twitter: @jpadillabowen    More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!  

How can we create better opportunities within the community? I'm speaking with Dave White, the CEO at Opportunity Stanislaus, an industry leading nonprofit organization improving economic vitality in Stanislaus county. Digging into the driving forces behind economic development, Dave will clue us in on the best way to drive economic growth in a specific region, and what we can do to maintain this growth. We'll discover the connection between economic development and entrepreneurship, and what elements communities are still missing when it comes to supporting business owners. Through advanced automated robotic systems, the reuse of biomaterials, talent development, and good business initiatives, we can improve people's quality of life one county at a time!       More from Dave White:  Visit www.opportunitystanislaus.com   Email: aedwards@opportunitystanislaus.com  Call: 209-422-6420 LinkedIn: @Dave White  Instagram: @opportunitystanislaus Facebook: @OpportunityStanislaus Twitter: @OpportunityStan & @dwhiteoppstan    More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!  

The people in your life are not there by accident! I'm excited to be joined by Kurt Daradics, host of The Kurty D Show podcast, and the General Manager at Hunt Club, where he helps high growth companies scale through talent recruiting. Kurt encourages all entrepreneurs to embrace the changing landscape and focus on building a strong team of talented minds. You don't want to take the people around you for granted. He'll clue us in on the 3 elements for finding the best people for your business, and for collaborating with clarity and intentionality. Things won't always happen how you expect them to, so it's important to be able to trust and rely on the people around you! More from Kurt Daradics:  Visit www.kurtyd.com  Listen to The Kurty D Show LinkedIn & Facebook: @Kurt Daradics  Instagram: @kurtyd Twitter & Linktree: @KurtyD   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!  

Are you letting fears about inflation and the threat of recession hold you back from growing your business? I'm thrilled to introduce Nury Gomez, someone I consider a core part of my team! Nury is not only my bookkeeper, but she is the CEO and Founder of Accounting Breeze, where she partners with entrepreneurs to help them achieve all their business goals. Nury will answer some of your big questions surrounding rising costs, the threat of inflation, and how entrepreneurs should be planning for their futures. Leveling up your business can be really daunting, but you don't have to go at it alone. Learn how you can stay confident and take risks without having to worry or allow fears to overcome your business!    More from Nury Gomez: Visit www.accountingbreeze.com  Email: nury@accountingbreeze.com  Call: 310-363-7055 LinkedIn: @Nury Gomez Instagram: @accountingbreeze Facebook: @Accounting Breeze Twitter: @accbreezeNgomez   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

A marketing strategy is more than just a pretty logo! Joining me today is marketing expert and one of my own trusted advisors, Patty Ross, the CEO of Golden State Marketing, a digital marketing service and promotional product firm. Patty is here to help you find the best strategies to design content, identify target audiences, and discover irreplaceable tools. We'll walk you through softwares you can use to develop successful strategies that bring in real results, from the beginning planning stages to the final publishing. Most importantly, you'll uncover the best cost effective approaches to marketing for your small business.  More from Patty Ross:  Visit www.goldenstatemarketing.net Book a Strategy Session  Call: 310-560-5185   LinkedIn: @Patty Ross Twitter: @virtualwinegal  Facebook & Twitter: @goldenstatemktg    More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Your time is the most valuable aspect of your business. Finding ways to set real boundaries so you can perform at your best when the time comes is KEY to operating a successful company. I'm thrilled to have Sid Voorakkara back on the show, my former co-host, and the Senior VP of Strategies 360, where he provides his expert consulting services. Sid dives into the art of running a consulting business, how he sets boundaries around work and personal life, and the secret to balancing it all! You'll learn how a supportive network can go a long way, and what starting and managing a consulting business really looks like. Discover what you need to operate at your best, and when it's time to ask for help so you can set yourself up for success.  More from Sid Voorakkara:  Visit www.strategies360.com  LinkedIn: @Sid Voorakkara Facebook & Twitter: @Strategies360   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

How does an entrepreneur take the humble ice cream sandwich and spin it into a multi-million dollar brand? I'm honored to be joined by Natasha Case, the Chief Brand Officer at The Urgent Company and Co-Founder of the famed ice cream brand, Coolhaus. We'll cover all of her incredible successes and of course her delicious ice cream history. Natasha will walk us through humble beginnings and what it was like leading up to her entrepreneurial success as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. From making cold calls, to having fearlessness around rejection, you'll discover why failures are really an opportunity to grow- and do better. Don't stress about the small stuff, instead try connecting with other business leaders and finding mentors, even if it's just to commiserate or bond over the struggles!   More from Natasha Case:  Visit theurgentcompany.com & cool.haus   LinkedIn: @Natasha Case Instagram: @natashajcase   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!  

Is the high cost of EVERYTHING impacting your business growth? We know that increasing business developments as we deal with increasing costs during this time can seem scary, so we have some solutions for you! Jesse welcomes back Christina Barsi, who he refers to as the “business development guru” to share her best tips for client revenue and management practices. Operating from a place of gratitude so your customers feel valued and important will really benefit your business. You shouldn't feel awkward asking current clients for referrals or introductions to other potential customers, so don't hesitate to advertise yourself or your skills. Tune in to discover ways you can partner with other like-minded businesses, maintain relationships, and form a strong network of entrepreneurs to help guide you to success! More from Christina Barsi:  Visit www.avanthausmedia.com   Join the Unleash Creative Community Listen to Be Bold Begin Finding Christina Barsi: LinkedIn: @Avant Haüs Media &  @Christina Barsi  Instagram: @unleashxbarsi & @thebarsi Facebook: @Unleash X Barsi   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

We all have some area in our financial life that we KNOW is draining money, and NOT for very good reasons…It's time we address this stress and clear the air. To address these issues, I teamed up with my podcast producer of this show and Founder of Avant Haüs Media, Christina Barsi. Barsi is here to discuss the increasing costs and rapidly changing landscape small business owners are facing today. We will dive into tangible ways you can protect and help your small business thrive with different systems and technologies in place. You'll also discover practical organizational tools that can help you relieve the stress of managing costs, and maximize your cash flow. By utilizing the right technology and tools you can simplify and accelerate your payment processes, and feel confident when doing so! There's no need to be scared or intimidated, information is helpful no matter what it means for your business. So stay calm and know things are likely to change, so you can be ready when the change does come.  More from Christina Barsi:  Visit www.avanthausmedia.com   Join the Unleash Creative Community Listen to Be Bold Begin Finding Christina Barsi: LinkedIn: @Avant Haüs Media &  @Christina Barsi  Instagram: @unleashxbarsi & @thebarsi Facebook: @Unleash X Barsi More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Do you have basic legal questions about your business set-up? We're excited to be joined by our very own attorney, Alex Bruno of the Bruno Group Inc. Alex works with small businesses and entrepreneurs alike to help them set up their own successful ventures by preventing any and all legal obstacles. He guides us through the proper steps and legal processes needed in order to bring our ideas to fruition.  Join us to discover the 3 things that new business owners don't know they NEED to know, in order to get started. We'll also walk you through the obstacles that most entrepreneurs face and how best to tackle them. You won't have to let the legal aspects of starting your business deter you from achieving your dreams once you've listened to these key steps and resources.  More from Alex Bruno:  Visit www.brunogroupinc.com   Listen to BizMode Podcast Finding Alex Bruno: LinkedIn: @Alex Bruno Twitter & Instagram: @alexbrunoesq More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Understanding the mind of your customer is vital to sustaining a successful business. Joining us today is Jeroen Corthout, the CEO and Co-Founder of Salesflare, an intelligent customer relationship management software company that helps small and medium size businesses automate their data and make more business to business sales. Jeroen will share how he gained the confidence to move forward as an entrepreneur, and what he sees coming with the future development of business intelligence. You'll leave this episode understanding how the data we gather can help us better interact and create with the customer in mind. When you have a strong grasp on who your customer is, you can provide better services for them!   More from Jeroen Corthout:  Visit salesflare.com & about.me/JeroenCorthout  Read Salesflare Blog Finding Jeroen Corthout: LinkedIn: @Jeroen Corthout Facebook & Twitter: @JeroenCorthout Youtube: @Salesflare   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

It's vital for ANY business owner to know how to present themselves and speak clearly and concisely to a group. The owner of BBN Creative Management, Blair Bryant Nichols, is joining us today to discuss how you can foster NEW strategies for operations, communications, partnerships and business developments within the speaking industry. As a manager, coach, consultant, and business owner, Blair will clue us in on what leveraging the development of a speaking career can look like, and what to expect during the journey. He'll break down the steps for assembling the resources you'll need, connecting to opportunities that align with your objectives, and overall, achieving your speaking goals. Focusing your energy on strengthening your brand can help you become the speaker you know that you can be!   Finding Blair Bryant Nichols: Visit www.bbncreativemanagement.com   Email: bbn@bbncreativemanagement.com  LinkedIn: @Blair Bryant Nichols Instagram: @bbn_creativemgmt Twitter: @BBNichols   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Entrepreneurship can create endless possibilities. Joining us today is Anna Marie Cruz, the Western Regional Manager at ICIC and Founder and Executive Director of Entrepinayship, where she elevates Filipina entrepreneurs around the world. Anna Marie will share how she learned the importance of focusing on personal investments and finances, and taking care of your health and wellness along the way. Launching successful programs that aid women entrepreneurs in less developed areas, nationally and internationally, is vital to the growth and distribution of wealth. Today you'll take away tools for supporting under-resourced communities and learn how to help more women gain access to capital to start their own small businesses or expand the one they have!  Finding Anna Marie Cruz: Visit www.entrepinayship.com Listen to https://www.entrepinayship.com/podcast LinkedIn: @Anna Marie Cruz  Instagram & Facebook: @entrepinayship Youtube: @Entrepinayship Community Check Out: The Nap Ministry    More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

How many businesses do you know that are women owned? Our guest today, Schenae Rourk serves as the President of Redwood Resources, a leading firm for procurement, and diversity, equity & inclusion consulting. But as the incoming President for the National Association of Women Business Owners for California, Schenae is here to help us understand what it takes to become a successful female entrepreneur. From raising capital to breaking down the barriers to tools and resources, Schenae sheds light onto the solutions that are out there. Tune in to discover how you can propel women business owners forward, and what it means to advocate and support women entrepreneurs today.      More from Schenae Rourk:  Visit schenae.com & www.redwoodresources.net   Join The National Association of Women Business Owners  Twitter: @RedwoodResource Finding Schenae Rourk: Email: schenae@schenae.com  LinkedIn: @Schenae Rourk  Instagram: @schenaerourk Facebook: @Schenae Rourk More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

What does an inclusive economy look like to you? Director of The Inclusivity Project, Chris Horton, is here to break it down for us! He'll teach us how we can create equal opportunities for ALL by elevating Black and minority owned-businesses. The mission of The Inclusivity Project is to support small business owners by challenging systemic and institutional barriers that limit access to Black entrepreneurial success. An inclusive economy is one that includes all voices at the table. Tune in as we break down the steps towards achieving full financial freedom, security, and stability for everyone, and what we can do to get involved. More from Chris Horton:  Visit www.theinclusivityproject.com  Email: chris@theinclusivityproject.com  Call: 408-823-2660  LinkedIn: @Chris Horton & @The Inclusivity Project Instagram: @theinclusivityproject Facebook: @InclusivityProject Twitter: @ChrisHorton637 &  @InclusivityProj   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront    Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Do you find yourself wondering, how can my community come back from the major disruption caused by the global pandemic and civil unrest? We must now look inwardly in order to rebuild our communities, and help efforts to recuperate and progress economic development once again. Clare Briglio, Executive Director Of Central Eastside Industrial Council returns to the show to dive into the type solutions we are aiming to implement in order to increase the community's capacity to create wealth. Tune in to discover what problems to address first in order to nurture small businesses and heal over from the impacts cities have faced. Become a part of the solution today and learn where we can go from here! Finding Clare Briglio: Visit www.clarebriglio.com & ceic.cc  LinkedIn: @Clare Briglio Email: clare@ceic.cc  Instagram & Twitter: @clarebriglio    More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Expanding a business is NOT simple. Today we will be diving into the wide and deep world of franchises with The Wolf of Franchises himself. As an industry insider who's been working tirelessly over the last few years helping entrepreneurs, The Wolf guides business owners into making the right decisions when it comes to transitioning into a franchise owner. The Wolf will share how he found himself in the world of franchises and worked his way to the top of the industry. From the questions you should be asking to the key details to look out for, you'll learn everything about developing your business into a prosperous franchise. The Wolf has a 3 step model that will lead you to finding success not only as a business owner but a franchise owner too! More from The Wolf:  Visit wolfoffranchises.com & Workweek  Join The Wolf Report newsletter Listen to Franchise Empires podcast Finding The Wolf: LinkedIn: @The Wolf of Franchises  Instagram: @thewolfoffranchises Twitter: @franchisewolf More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  Join our community of Frontliners! and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business. *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!  

How do you know when to take the leap to start or expand your business? Today we are joined by founder and CEO of Equilibria, Inc, Alicia Butler Pierre to help us answer these questions. She's an organization expert as well as a podcast host, who encourages us to do our best by embracing our natural abilities. We dig into her journey and how she found her way to entrepreneurship through reflection. We'll share with you the seven elements needed to create new components to your business infrastructure and how best to manage them. These tips will help you organize for the future and achieve success with less stress!    More from Alicia Butler Pierre:  Visit aliciabutlerpierre.com  Equilibria: eqbsystems.com  Business Infrastructure: businessinfrastructure.tv Read Behind The Facade  Listen to The Business Infrastructure podcast  Watch Alicia Butler Pierre  Finding Alicia Butler Pierre: LinkedIn: @Alicia Butler Pierre Instagram: @alicia_b_pierre & @equilibriainc Facebook: @Alicia Butler Pierre & @EQBSYSTEMS Twitter: @Alicia_B_Pierre & @EquilibriaInc   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

What we touch on today speaks to the entrepreneurial mindset, the idea of just doing it, just getting started, and that it's okay to rely on your instincts to get going. We bring on Emily Lau of The Little Bra Company and discuss practical lessons about what it means to run a business. You're going to make a lot of mistakes. And that's all part of the process. Realizing you're not alone can be imperative to your business' success and as Emily points out "it takes a village".  Finding Emily Lau: Visit the website: https://www.thelittlebracompany.com LinkedIn: Emily Lau The Little Bra Company Instagram: @thelittlebracompany   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com

“People who advocate always advocate”. How can one continue to put the issues that are most important forward and to motivate and mobilize, while your business' current status is unsure of whether it will sink or swim? Gail expresses how leadership in advocacy starts with communication and finding ways to express the message and connect with those who are going to be most affected.  More From Gail Lillian: Visit her site: www.intent2impact.com  Her restaurant: Liba Visit the SBDC Twitter: @naillilliag  Instagram: @sweetsideoakland Connect on LinkedIn   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Podcasts are designed to create a relationship with your hoped for or existing audience  i.e your customer, your new demographic, your industry stake holders, your desired niche, etc. Hosts Jesse and Sid bring on their producer of Hack My Business and podcast production and development firm founder, Christina Barsi to talk about how podcasting can be used and leveraged in your business to create deep and authentic connections and how the creation process works. More From Christina Barsi: Visit the website: https://www.avanthausmedia.com Follow on Instagram: @thebarsi LinkedIn: Christina Barsi  Avant Haüs Media Want to start your podcast? Apply for a seat in this intimate 4-week group coaching program Begin Your Podcast. Enrollment is now open!! Take Barsi's free Brand Vibe Quiz   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Understanding the importance of creating a safe experience for her clients and community is an understatement for Sherry Younge. Not only has she kept up with the Covid-19 protocols, and created online spaces for her clients to learn how to cut their own hair through one-on-one coaching sessions but Sherry has made a conscious effort prior to Covid-19 to seek opportunities to address her community's concern with gentrification by being very involved and visible since to opening of The Artform Studio. Sherry's intentional and thoughtful approach to her business speaks to her ability to stay viable as we transition. More From Sherry Younge: Instagram: @the_artform_studio & @sherryyounge  Website: https://www.theartformstudio.com   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront  To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

We are joined today by Renee King the CEO of FundBLACKFounders, a Black owned crowdfunding platform for Black founders and entrepreneurs. Renee shares how to utilize online platforms and resources in order to obtain the funds your business needs to take off and succeed. She defines the difference between non-dilutive and diluted capital, and how important it is to know what conditions are behind the capital you receive. Renee shines light on the funding gap between Black and underrepresented entrepreneurs, and discusses actionable solutions to bridge this gap. She points out that in Black and Brown communities, “We are so hungry to be our own bosses, that we are taking our stimulus check and starting a business during covid”. Tune in to find out how you can build and nurture your crowd, and begin your funding campaign!  More from Renee King:  Visit www.fundblackfounders.com   LinkedIn: @Renee King Instagram: @thereneeking Finding Renee King: Email: amen@fundblackfounders.com  LinkedIn: @fundBlackfounders Instagram: @fundblackfounders Facebook: @FundBlackFounders Twitter: @FundBlackFndrs  More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources! 

What does it mean to educate, empower, and advocate for your community? Julian Cañete, President & CEO Of The California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce, is an expert on uplifting disadvantaged communities. He joins us today to discuss the work of the California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce and how they create a better quality of life for the community that they serve. The Chamber is more than just a social organization. They are dedicated to the economic development of the small businesses around them and providing equal opportunities to those who need them. Listen in to discover how you can become an advocate for your community and join forces with The California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce to create positive change.  More from Julian Cañete: Visit https://www.cahcc.com/  Call 916-444-2221 Twitter & Instagram: @cahispanic LinkedIn: Julian Cañete   More From Jesse & Small Business Front:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

There are new tools and resources available everyday to build up your business online. But how can you utilize technology to your greatest advantage? Anna Latorre is a master of virtual tools and building a business when in-person interaction is not an option. At the height of the pandemic, Anna created an entire business model for thriving online, teaching Spanish lessons to students all over the world. She joins the podcast today to share her experience of stepping into the world of entrepreneurship for the first time and how to utilize technology to accelerate a business into an international audience.  More from Anna Latorre: Visit: https://www.annaspanish.com/  Instagram: @anna.spanish.tutor  Email: anna@annaspanish.com    More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Tomorrow is never promised. That is why it's so important to work against the effects climate change is having on the planet NOW. Our guest today, Jaime Nack is president of Three Squares Inc., an award winning sustainability consulting firm working with top name brand companies like Nike, United Airlines, and many more. Not only is Jaime an expert on all things sustainability, but she also acts as a mentor to entrepreneurs who are launching new businesses. Jaime is here to break down the three pillars of sustainability and share how you can use this knowledge to gain access to critical resources and vital tools. Most importantly, she'll help us understand ESG strategies, and how we can measure our company's global effects on the environment. Tune in to ensure your business is working diligently against the effects of climate change, not contributing!  More from Jaime Nack: Visit www.threesquaresinc.com & womeningreenforum.com  LinkedIn: @Jaime Nack  Twitter: @jaimenack Facebook & Instagram & Twitter: @threesquaresinc   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

We are so thrilled to welcome Stanley Shen onto today's episode! As an inventor and environmentalist, Stanley's main goal is to create a brighter and greener future for all of us. Stanley founded Hillside Industries, where they ​​offer adventure driven products that are designed to adapt to all dynamic movements and environments. Stanley will share with us how, as a new business owner, you can reach the pinnacle of customer service, meet all the needs of your consumer, and most importantly tackle the patent process! If you've ever wondered about the details behind locating materials and labor, or understanding the technicalities behind getting your product off the ground, then this episode is for you.    More from Stanley Shen:  Visit discoverhillside.com   Read Hillside Blog   Finding Stanley Shen: Email: info@DiscoverHillside.com  LinkedIn: @Stanley Shen  Instagram: @hillsideindustries Facebook: @discoverhillside Youtube: @HIllside Industries Pinterest: @shen3068   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Our guest today is an expert in ALL things law, and has been named one of Los Angeles's most influential attorneys by the LA Business Journal. We're so honored to introduce Angela J. Reddock-Wright, the founder and practicing partner of Reddock Law Group, a firm specializing in the resolution of employment and labor law, Title IX sexual assault, hazing and other bullying claims within the workplace. Angela will share with us her journey and most importantly, her formula for success. She will cover all things concerning employee risk, and how best to avoid the pitfalls that come with becoming an employer. After listening to this episode you'll have the confidence and clarity you'll need to hire employees and grow your business! More from Angela J. Reddock-Wright:  Visit angelareddock-wright.com & www.reddocklaw.com  Watch Angela Reddock-Wright, Media & Legal Commentator Resources to check out: www.calchamber.com  & www.awi.org & scmediation.org  Finding Angela J. Reddock-Wright: Email: booking@angelareddock-wright.com  LinkedIn: @Angela J. Reddock-Wright  Twitter & Facebook: @iamangelareddockwright   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

You don't need to over complicate your goals. Oftentimes, if you ask yourself the right questions you can eliminate obstacles and complete your objectives. On today's episode we are joined by Vince Thompson, consultant, early stage investor, and Los Angeles based author! Vince is the founder and CEO of Middleshift Inc, a consulting firm dedicated to building revenue for internet companies. Vince inspires us to connect the dots between our visions and the people we are trying to reach. With Vince's expertise we can discover how to plan based on current trends, and simplify our approach to business.    More from Vince Thompson:  Visit www.vincethompson.co & Middleshift  Check out www.firststar.org    Read Ignited  Finding Vince Thompson: Email: vince@vincethompson.co  Twitter: @vincethompson  LinkedIn: @Vince Thompson   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

There is something truly magical about creating physical spaces in underserved & overlooked communities to harbor the exchange of ideas and opportunities to collaborate. Joining us today is our friend, and community builder Barney Santos the CEO and Founder of Gentefy, a commercial real estate company building strong local communities by investing in programs that empower entrepreneurs like you! Growing up Latino, Barney was inspired to innovate and build uplifting creative communities that would honor the people within them. Latinx being the ethnic majority in Los Angeles, it's this community that Barney's efforts in creating economic opportunities are designed to help. He knows first hand how gaining investors can feel impossible. But Barney is tackling entrepreneurship barriers by cultivating connections between investors and community members. He'll share with us how you can develop your small businesses by investing in the overlooked community spaces right in front of you.  More from Barney Santos:  Visit about.me/barneysantos & blvdmrkt.com  Finding Barney Santos: Instagram: @barneysantos Twitter: @BarneySantos LinkedIn & Medium: @Barney Santos   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

One of the major stumbling blocks for many entrepreneurs is finances. Tracking, structuring, and building healthy finances can seem like a daunting task. But it's massively important to the growth and stability of your business! Thankfully we have Astrid Daniela Galvez, Founder of Accounting Specialists and Business Solutions, with us today to explain all you need to know on the ins and outs of bookkeeping. She will cover tax resources and tips, how to hire a bookkeeper, structuring your business, and much more. Get control of your finances and build a healthy accounting system for your business with these helpful strategies.  Finding Astrid Daniela Galvez: LinkedIn & Facebook: @​​Astrid Daniela Galvez Twitter: @Daniela_asnbs Email: daniela@asnbs.com  More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

As entrepreneurs passionate about creating things from scratch, we are constantly looking for better ways to innovate. Luckily, we're joined today by Taylor McPartland, the CEO and creator of ScaleHealth. Taylor created ScaleHealth to provide innovators with strategic resources and partnerships that will help them succeed in their field. We'll clue you in on his trend predictions for 2022 and help you piece together your own needs and reach your goals along the way. Anyone can accelerate their entrepreneurial journey by identifying and implementing the right solutions, and Taylor is here to show you the way!  More from Taylor McPartland:  Visit scalehealth.com  Twitter: @ScaleYourHealth Facebook: @ScaleHealth Finding Taylor McPartland: LinkedIn: @Taylor McPartland  Twitter: @TayMcPartland  Instagram: @scale.health   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Ever wondered how to get your start as an entrepreneur in the entertainment industry? Well you're in luck, today we are joined by entertainment expert, Bianca Quesada, the CEO and Founder of ARCUS Studios and Zone One Productions. The entertainment industry is teeming with small businesses and Bianca is here to inspire you to take your first steps into entrepreneurship! She will share the key steps to building a pathway into entertainment entrepreneurship and how to authentically connect with a specific cultural market. Tune in and learn how you can join in the pursuit of creating sustainable equity within the entertainment industry and reach a wider audience.  More from Bianca Quesada:  Visit www.viaarcus.com & zoneoneproductions.com   Instagram: @zone_one_productions & @viaarcus  Finding Bianca Quesada: LinkedIn: @Bianca C. Quesada  Instagram: @bianca_quesada   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources. 

We are joined today by Renee King the CEO of FundBLACKFounders, a Black owned crowdfunding platform for Black founders and entrepreneurs. Renee shares how to utilize online platforms and resources in order to obtain the funds your business needs to take off and succeed. She defines the difference between non-dilutive and diluted capital, and how important it is to know what conditions are behind the capital you receive. Renee shines light on the funding gap between Black and underrepresented entrepreneurs, and discusses actionable solutions to bridge this gap. She points out that in Black and Brown communities, “We are so hungry to be our own bosses, that we are taking our stimulus check and starting a business during covid”. Tune in to find out how you can build and nurture your crowd, and begin your funding campaign!  More from Renee King:  Visit www.fundblackfounders.com   LinkedIn: @Renee King Instagram: @thereneeking Finding Renee King: Email: amen@fundblackfounders.com  LinkedIn: @fundBlackfounders Instagram: @fundblackfounders Facebook: @FundBlackFounders Twitter: @FundBlackFndrs  More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

When it comes to planning a new business, prioritizing is key. Today we welcome onto the show a very special guest, Tony Whatley, a best selling author, creator, podcaster, and startup entrepreneur. Tony is best known as the co-founder of LS1Tech, an online automotive community with over 300,000 members that sold for millions! He has taken on the role of entrepreneur since he was a young kid but today he shares what source of inspiration led him to take action and find his success in business. With a dedication to integrity, Tony lets us in on his hacks for assuring you can scale your business and find success. Tune in to find out how you can take your passion and mold it into a business that can grow with you.    More from Tony Whatley:  Visit 365driven.com & ls1tech.com   Read SideHustle Millionaire  Listen to 365 Driven Finding Tony Whatley: LinkedIn: @Tony Whatley Instagram: @365driven Facebook:@365 Driven Entrepreneurs  Youtube: @365 Driven   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Burnout is one of the largest challenges that small business owners face today. The amount of work and responsibilities that build up can feel like a landslide that quickly buries you. Anyone can experience burnout, but with the proper tools you can avoid getting too lost or overwhelmed in your work. Today we are joined by Christina Barsi, the producer of Hack My Business, the founding chief creative officer at SBF, and the founder of Avant Haüs Media, to break down what causes burnout and the solutions to tackle it. Barsi shares with us her techniques for managing a full workload while still taking time for yourself.  More from Christina Barsi:  Visit avanthausmedia.com   Listen to Be Bold Begin Learn to create more time in your business https://moretime.avanthausmedia.com  Finding Christina Barsi: Email: barsi@avanthausmedia.com   LinkedIn: @Christina Barsi Instagram: @thebarsi Twitter: @cbarsi1 More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

When it comes to running a business, no matter how big or small, it's all about consistently delivering an exceptional product. You have to keep your brand in mind every single time you engage with your customers. We are so excited to welcome back Mark Villalovos onto the show once again! Mark is the Senior Director of Operations Implementation at The Aspen Group, the largest dental services provider in the world. He simplifies people's lives by providing initiatives and digital transformation strategies. Mark shares with us how we can remove the barriers and create trust within our businesses while minimizing as much risk as possible. With his invaluable hacks you'll learn how to follow trends in order to administer the best strategies for your business, while remaining consistent with your brand's message. You no longer have to wonder what you need in order to create the best plan for your consumer moving forward.  More from Mark Villalovos:  Visit www.teamtag.com/  Finding Mark Villalovos: LinkedIn: @Mark Villalovos & @TAG-The Aspen Group Twitter: @Blkjkrabbit66 & @TAGAspenGroup More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

When you fall it is imperative to get back up and try again. You should never let failure stop you from something you are supposed to do, instead take it as a learning opportunity. We are joined today by the Founder of PodMatch and host of the Creating a Brand podcast, Alex Sanfilippo. He is here today to help us understand the best way to take calculated risks within our businesses and identify the entrepreneurial mindset. With Alex's expertise and guidance you can create the ideal brand for your business. Tune in to discover the elements that can create change and increase profits in our businesses, and most importantly help us take chances on ourselves!  More from Alex Sanfilippo:  Visit podmatch.com & creatingabrand.com  Listen to Creating a Brand Watch Creating a Brand Finding Alex Sanfilippo: LinkedIn: @Alex Sanfilippo  LinkedIn: @Creating a Brand Instagram: @podmatch_com & @creating_a_brand Facebook: @PodMatchPodcastBooking & @creatingabrand Twitter: @PodMatch_com & @creatingabrand More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

How do you know when to take the leap to start or expand your business? Today we are joined by founder and CEO of Equilibria, Inc, Alicia Butler Pierre to help us answer these questions. She's an organization expert as well as a podcast host, who encourages us to do our best by embracing our natural abilities. We dig into her journey and how she found her way to entrepreneurship through reflection. We'll share with you the seven elements needed to create new components to your business infrastructure and how best to manage them. These tips will help you organize for the future and achieve success with less stress!    More from Alicia Butler Pierre:  Visit aliciabutlerpierre.com  Equilibria: eqbsystems.com  Business Infrastructure: businessinfrastructure.tv Read Behind The Facade  Listen to The Business Infrastructure podcast  Watch Alicia Butler Pierre  Finding Alicia Butler Pierre: LinkedIn: @Alicia Butler Pierre Instagram: @alicia_b_pierre & @equilibriainc Facebook: @Alicia Butler Pierre & @EQBSYSTEMS Twitter: @Alicia_B_Pierre & @EquilibriaInc More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

On today's episode we're excited to be joined by our attorney, Alex Bruno of the Bruno Group Inc. Alex works with small businesses and entrepreneurs alike to help them set up their own successful ventures by preventing any and all legal obstacles. He guides us through the proper steps and legal processes needed in order to bring our ideas to fruition. Join us to discover the 3 things that new business owners don't know they NEED to know, in order to get started. We'll also walk you through the obstacles that most entrepreneurs face and how best to tackle them. You won't have to let the legal aspects of starting your business deter you from achieving your dreams once you've listened to these key steps and resources.  More from Alex Bruno:  Visit www.brunogroupinc.com   Listen to BizMode Podcast Finding Alex Bruno: LinkedIn: @Alex Bruno Twitter & Instagram: @alexbrunoesq More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!

Why are you looking to entrepreneurship? What strengths will you leverage to be successful, and how will you create a strategy when things don't go as planned? On today's episode, we focus on how you can move forward in your entrepreneurial journey by bringing you the get-started checklist. We'll share with you how to decide when to hire and trust your decision-making as well as how to challenge yourself to create success and develop your capabilities. It's time to adopt the mental shift that entrepreneurship doesn't just mean fast growth, and focus on knowing your limits and building from within. Tune in for these invaluable steps you NEED for starting your business!   More From Jesse & Sid:  Visit: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com/ LinkedIn: Small Business Front LinkedIn: Jesse Torres, Founder-SBF LinkedIn: Sid Voorakkara, CEO-SBF Instagram: @smallbizfront Twitter & Facebook: @SmallBizFront   To join our community and get the most up-to-date resources and information for YOUR small business visit our NEW website: https://www.smallbusinessfront.com *Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode! *Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with your favorite small business! We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let's share the knowledge and resources!