SBCN Small Biz Podcast

Linda Ockwell-Jenner welcomes back Tom Reilly on today's episode of the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. Tom and Linda discuss the difference between Influence and Persuasion.

Andrew Leith, President & Founder of Octant Executive Advisory Group joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner. Andrew has had a distinguished career in sales roles and his journey brought him to realize the differences in leadership for neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals. His work now helps leaders enhance their impact through better understanding the individuals in their teams.

SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Tom Reilly from Reilly Sales Consulting to talk about non-verbal communication. There so much that's ‘unsaid' that we can pick up on to help understand those who we're interacting with.

SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by a new SBCN member, April Patterson. April runs a bookkeeping and tax preparation business with a special focus on helping neurodiverse business owners find less stress in the numbers.April discusses her family's personal experience with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how these play into her approach to the business world.

Ashley Griffin, IT expert, owner of GRIFFCOMM (and fellow Brit) joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner in today's episode. We hear Ashley's early days of getting into the computer and technology field, and how he brings a fair and honest approach for his customers.

Our guest today is Glenn Poulos - recently retired from his role as Executive Vice President and General Manager of NWS. Glenn and Linda discuss post-retirement from NWS and Glenn's exciting new venture in Florida, US. He's now on a mission to grow another business to great success.

SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner chats with Maxine Metzger about the launch of Synergy Business Events. Maxine's newest venture hosts the Synergy Business Events Expo on January 29th, from 2pm-8pm at Forbes Hall, RIM Park, Waterloo, Ontario. Featuring a number of local businesses representing a wide range of industries, networking and information sessions.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by April Lupi to explore a fascinating topic: Somatic Coaching. We've all heard of coaching before, but April integrates somatic experiencing as part of her approach. If you've never heard of somatic coaching, then this episode is for you.Find out more about April at https://lavenderlaneptw.ca/meet-april/

In today's episode of the SBCN Small Biz Podcast, SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner chats with Niharika Sinha Chopra from Staebler Insurance. Having lived in India, Africa, the UK, Niharika has called Canada home for the past 20 years.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Adam Mawer, Director of Workhaus KW - a Canadian co-working space. Adam started with the organization as a member, before taking a role at Workhaus itself. Workhaus is the title sponsor for the SBCN and home to our monthly networking events in Waterloo Region.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner, SBCN Co-Founder is joined by Brenda Schrader-Sanders of Jumpstart Your Success (www.jumpstartyoursuccess.ca). Brenda previously enjoyed a distinguished career in real estate and now through Jumpstart uses hypnosis to support her clients find greater success through her coaching programs. Brenda de-mystifies her approach and the types of outcomes that she's seen her clients achieve.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Robert Dice, Insurance Made Simple. Rob has always liked helping people and now works with his clients to solve their insurance problems across families, self-employed, and corporations.

Tom Fournier, CEO of Markets Connection joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to talk about a novel money raising approach for his latest business venture, a multi-vendor marketplace called Markets Connection (https://marketsconnection.com/). Tom and his business partner are pursuing an equity crowdfunding model - something that is relatively new to Canada - selling shares in the company to small investors.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner's guest on the SBCN Small Biz Podcast today is… Linda! Linda MacLeod from AMJ Campbell joins our SBCN Co-Founder to talk about the company's role in helping people move things across the street, across town, across the country or across the world.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is back with a new episode of the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. Today we welcome back a long time member of the SBCN, who has recently taken a new role in the cybersecurity space. Theresa Ullyot talks about the importance of cyber insurance, and working beside their clients. 

Today's guest is Brodie Mei, a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) with expertise in the B2B Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) space. He chats with SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner about the role of a Fractional CMO and the types of businesses that can benefit from this type of expertise.Find out how to connect with Brodie here: https://www.sbcncanada.org/whois/5527 

Linda talks with David Dinh about the work his company does in visual communication, helping businesses get their message out in a consistent way.

Linda talks with David Dinh about the work his company does in visual communication, helping businesses get their message out in a consistent way.

Linda and Dave wish all our members, supporters and sponsors a very Happy New Year! 

Linda and Dave wish all our members, supporters and sponsors a very Happy New Year! 

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Executive Coach Amy Ballantyne to talk about the importance of quality communication at work and at home. Amy covers concepts such as clear expectations, boundaries, appreciation and relationships.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Executive Coach Amy Ballantyne to talk about the importance of quality communication at work and at home. Amy covers concepts such as clear expectations, boundaries, appreciation and relationships.

We welcome back a familiar voice: Kayla Droog is today's guest on the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. She joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss how she helps her clients with developing and putting systems in place to effectively manage their business. The conversation also covers the importance of focusing on priorities.

We welcome back a familiar voice: Kayla Droog is today's guest on the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. She joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss how she helps her clients with developing and putting systems in place to effectively manage their business. The conversation also covers the importance of focusing on priorities.

A rare opportunity with both SBCN Co-Founders! Linda is joined by Dave Ockwell-Jenner to discuss social media security, and some of the common ways attackers target your social media accounts; but most importantly: what you can do about it. 

A rare opportunity with both SBCN Co-Founders! Linda is joined by Dave Ockwell-Jenner to discuss social media security, and some of the common ways attackers target your social media accounts; but most importantly: what you can do about it. 

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Sean Lyn - of By Sean Lyn a professional photographer specializing in helping you with the perfect headshot. Whether you're a smaller business, a large company, or even an individual, everyone can benefit from a professional headshot. Sean shares some of his tips for getting a better headshot and enjoying the process. 

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Sean Lyn - of By Sean Lyn a professional photographer specializing in helping you with the perfect headshot. Whether you're a smaller business, a large company, or even an individual, everyone can benefit from a professional headshot. Sean shares some of his tips for getting a better headshot and enjoying the process. 

Today's guest is one of the newest members of the Small Business Community Network (SBCN): Frank Le of Kitchener Hypnosis. Frank speaks with SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner about his fascinating line of work and some of the misconceptions around hypnosis. 

Today's guest is one of the newest members of the Small Business Community Network (SBCN): Frank Le of Kitchener Hypnosis. Frank speaks with SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner about his fascinating line of work and some of the misconceptions around hypnosis. 

Today's guest is Michelle Martin - a transformation and team coach, and member of the SBCN. She joins our co-founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to talk about her transition from corporate director to small business owner. Don't miss this fascinating discussion!

Today's guest is Michelle Martin - a transformation and team coach, and member of the SBCN. She joins our co-founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to talk about her transition from corporate director to small business owner. Don't miss this fascinating discussion!

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Lisa Medeiros - a professional photographer who discusses how she has pivoted between different types of photography since her business started. Lisa also talks about the value of a strong brand and what the Lisa Medeiros brand is all about.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Lisa Medeiros - a professional photographer who discusses how she has pivoted between different types of photography since her business started. Lisa also talks about the value of a strong brand and what the Lisa Medeiros brand is all about.

Linda welcomes back Kayla Droog, CEO of Kayla Droog Consulting to talk about her tremendous growth and how it impacted her company, as well as her views on how to ensure you offer the right services.

Linda welcomes back Kayla Droog, CEO of Kayla Droog Consulting to talk about her tremendous growth and how it impacted her company, as well as her views on how to ensure you offer the right services.

We welcome Bill Judge to the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. Bill is a Wedding Officiant, and joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss how he changed from a career in hospitiality to helping make people's dreams come true. 

We welcome Bill Judge to the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. Bill is a Wedding Officiant, and joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss how he changed from a career in hospitiality to helping make people's dreams come true. 

In today's episode we're joined by Lisa Bragg, Founder and CEO of MediaFace. Lisa and SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner open the conversation talking about the title of Lisa's book: Bragging Rights - all about talking about your successes with pride.

In today's episode we're joined by Lisa Bragg, Founder and CEO of MediaFace. Lisa and SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner open the conversation talking about the title of Lisa's book: Bragging Rights - all about talking about your successes with pride.

Linda is joined by Jeremy Travers of JT Productions, focusing primarily on video production for weddings, product advertisements and more. Always being at home with a camera, Jeremy shares his perspectives on story telling through this visual medium. 

Linda is joined by Jeremy Travers of JT Productions, focusing primarily on video production for weddings, product advertisements and more. Always being at home with a camera, Jeremy shares his perspectives on story telling through this visual medium. 

Bill Waters is back to join Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss his current venture: Xtreme Eco an innovative new product that changes the way many household products are consumed. In this second part, Bill and Linda cover the road to launching this new product and the lessons learned along the way. 

Bill Waters is back to join Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss his current venture: Xtreme Eco an innovative new product that changes the way many household products are consumed. In this second part, Bill and Linda cover the road to launching this new product and the lessons learned along the way. 

SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by serial entrepreneur Bill Waters. Having been involved with many different businesses, Bill has some terrific views on what it takes to be a success, with refreshing honesty. Find out how Bill's current venture includes a former NHL hockey player. We also learn about the value of networking between communities. 

SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by serial entrepreneur Bill Waters. Having been involved with many different businesses, Bill has some terrific views on what it takes to be a success, with refreshing honesty. Find out how Bill's current venture includes a former NHL hockey player. We also learn about the value of networking between communities. 

We're delighted to welcome the new sponsor of the SBCN Small Biz Podcast: Brad Poulos. As an expert on running a fully operational small business (he literally wrote the book on it) there's no better person to feature on the podcast.

We're delighted to welcome the new sponsor of the SBCN Small Biz Podcast: Brad Poulos. As an expert on running a fully operational small business (he literally wrote the book on it) there's no better person to feature on the podcast.

Realtor Ashley Close returns to talk about Real Estate Misconceptions with SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner. When is the right time to sell you home, or to make that purchase of your dream home? How do you find the right mortgage product for you?

Realtor Ashley Close returns to talk about Real Estate Misconceptions with SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner. When is the right time to sell you home, or to make that purchase of your dream home? How do you find the right mortgage product for you?

In today's episode, Linda is joined by Glenn Poulos, Co-Founder, VP & GM of Gap Wireless Inc. a leading distributor of products and services for the mobile broadband and wireless markets. Listen to hear Glenn's perspectives on the importance of meeting customers face-to-face.  Award Winning Author of Never Sit in the Lobby