Podcasts about microbusinesses

Have you ever considered how women can leverage their influence and resources to drive impactful changes in entrepreneurship and investing? In this episode, Marcia engages in a dynamic discussion on women's leadership, angel investing, and the power of collective action with Julie Castro Abrams. Julie is a seasoned leader in social justice and shares her journey into angel investing and how and why she created How Women Lead and How Women Invest, organizations inspiring women to make positive change.From breaking glass ceilings in corporate boards to investing in ventures with a social impact focus, Julie is at the forefront of empowering women to make a difference. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in the intersection of entrepreneurship, gender equality, and social impact, offering practical insights and inspiration for women looking to drive positive change in the investment landscape. To get the latest from Julie Castro Abrams, you can follow her below!LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-castro-abrams/https://www.howwomenlead.com/https://www.howwomeninvest.com/ Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

In this episode, Keila dives into the concept of "enough" for small business owners and strategies for intentional, sustainable growth. She discusses the importance of defining what enough means for you personally and professionally, and setting goals aligned with that vision. Keila shares tips on mindful planning, efficient resource allocation through outsourcing non-core tasks, staying adaptable, and continuously investing in your own learning. The key is pursuing growth at an intentional pace that allows you to scale without sacrificing your core mission or work-life balance.(00:00) - This is Build to Enough (00:58) - Defining 'Enough': A Personalized Approach to Business Growth (03:02) - Mindful Planning and Goal Setting for Entrepreneurs (03:53) - Balancing Ambition with Practicality in Micro Businesses (05:02) - Maximizing Resources for Efficient Business Operations (07:50) - Embracing Adaptability for Continuous Business Evolution (09:01) - The Importance of Continuous Learning in Achieving Intentional Growth Connect with Keila!LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/keilahilltrawickWebsite - http://www.hellokeila.comRESOURCES:Learn more about Little Fish's suite of services and sign up for our newsletter at www.littlefishaccounting.comFollow Little Fish Accounting on social media!IG | instagram.com/littlefishaccounting

Dominic Wray is Parks Director for Vectis Ventures and he oversees all aspects of the operation for Blackgang Chine on the Isle Wight. Blackgang is the oldest theme park in the UK, opening in 1843.  Dominic began his career in the property market as an estate agent, then transitioned to banking with a position at Lloyds Bank where he split his time between personal banking and commercial banking clients. It was one of those commercial clients, Paula (who happened to be the HR Director at Blackgang Chine) who told Dominic about this wonderful, fun and fanciful place she worked at and that really appealed to Dom. When the Park Manager role was posted, Dom applied for and got it, and thus began his career of selling fun instead of financial products. In this episode, Dom talks about micro businesses, breaking down silos and leaving the island. Micro businesses   "You've got lots of micro businesses within it. It's not just one business."   Dom recalls that one of the biggest learning curves he encountered when entering into the attractions business was how the park was actually a collection of micro businesses under the umbrella of the larger business.   Food and beverage, Marketing, Guest Experience, Safety and Retail can all be stand-alone businesses in their own right, but in the theme park industry, they must all work together to achieve the overall goals. And as park manager and now Parks Director, it's critical he has a working understanding of all of those functions, as well as seasoned leaders who can help advise and direct as needed. Breaking down silos   "It's healthy to challenge each other in a respectful manner."   In the early days at the park, Dom admits being a little naïve about just how separate the various departments were, and how that impacted productivity, morale, and the guest experience. Dom now attempts to structure his day so that he can give the appropriate attention to each area of the operation, knowing that emergencies can pop up at any time that will pull him away from his agenda.   Having a healthy balance of different viewpoints along with a sense of collaboration along the team helps create culture that doesn't allow emotional walls or silos become a detractor for productivity. This leads to the team being able to effectively pull together when various events require involvement from many different departments across the property. Leaving the island   "Both internal networking and external networking can be fantastic for development."   The Isle of Wight is a small island just south of mainland England. To access the island, you must take a boat, which does pose some challenges for residents and tourists alike. That also means that leaving the island can pose the same challenge or inconvenience, but Dom says it's critical.   When Dom first entered the industry, he attended IAAPA Expo in Orlando and was able to gather some very practical knowledge and experience he could apply to his new role. Likewise, he also encourages his team to attend trainings, conferences, or to visit other attractions to make sure they are continuing to expand their knowledge and experience new ways of doing business. To learn more about Blackgang Chine, visit the park's website. To connect with Dominic directly, he can be reached at dominic.wray@vectisventures.co.uk or on LinkedIn.   This podcast wouldn't be possible without the incredible work of our faaaaaantastic team:   Scheduling and correspondence by Kristen Karaliunas To connect with AttractionPros: AttractionPros.com AttractionPros@gmail.com AttractionPros on Facebook AttractionPros on LinkedIn AttractionPros on Instagram AttractionPros on Twitter (X)

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Jennifer Hayes, Senior Vice President, Operations & Policy from Invest Detroit Jennifer and Jeffrey had a discussion about the Michigan CDFI Coalition. Michigan Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Coalition is celebrating its one year of operations. The coalition is committed to providing financial resources to underserved borrowers and supporting economic growth in Michigan. Here are some key talking points to highlight the achievements and goals of the Michigan CDFI Coalition: Jennifer could you tell the Michigan business community about the Mission and Objectives of Michigan CDFI? MICDFI Coalitions' overall mission is to increase awareness of CDFIs, expand programming to support more borrowers, businesses, and projects, and continue to support economic growth throughout Michigan. What's the Role of CDFIs? CDFIs as mission-based lenders, providing flexible and affordable financing to underserved communities, small businesses, and affordable housing projects. CDFIs are particularly integral in reaching borrowers who often cannot access traditional bank financing. What's the Impact in Michigan? To date, Michigan's CDFIs have deployed more than $4 billion in loans throughout the state and have made the following impact: ● Created almost 30,000 permanent jobs ● Developed almost 23 million square feet of real estate ● Over 14,000 total housing units, 72% affordable ● Supported over 7,000 small or micro-businesses ● Created the largest state CDFI fund in the nation with $85 million to date. CDFIs also played a significant role in providing Michigan small businesses and nonprofits access to the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) forgivable loans and serviced $1.5 billion in loans, preserving 165,000 jobs. In FY 2021, MI CDFIs deployed $1.4 billion in loans. ● Michigan CDFIs support several areas of the economy including: ○ Small and Micro-Businesses. ○ Single, Multi-Family, and Affordable Housing. ○ Real Estate and Mixed-Use Projects. ○ Consumer Loans and Banking Products. ○ Non-Profit Projects, and more. ● MICDFI Coalition has been integral in the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) forgivable loans during the COVID-19 pandemic. ● Have supported small businesses and nonprofits statewide through the servicing of $1.5 billion in loans. Tell us about Statewide Support and Advocacy? MICDFI Coalition has had support from the following organizations and individuals: ● State Senator Mary Cavanagh, CEED Lending, Chi Ishobak, Cinnaire, Core Community Partners, Detroit Development Fund, Grow, Invest Detroit, Michigan Community Capital, Michigan Credit Union Foundation, Michigan Women Forward, Northern Shores Community Development, Inc., Northern Initiatives, Opportunity Resource Fund, ProsperUs Detroit, Rende Progress Capital, Venture North, Capital Impact Partners, Community Economic Development Association of Michigan, ELGA Credit Union, IFF, Michigan Assistive Technology Loan Fund. And if the listeners care to learn more About Michigan CDFI Coalition how might they do so? The Michigan CDFI Coalition was founded in 2022 with a mission of bringing Michigan CDFIs together to collaborate on the development of inclusive policies, deliver vital programs, and bolster their efforts in community investment across the state of Michigan. Prospective Michigan CDFI partners, communities, and individuals can learn more about the Michigan CDFI Coalition by visiting www.micdfi.org. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

In building block #2 I'm talking about how to build a business around BOTH your strengths and your clients' true needs. Oftentimes things are lopsided in that equation. A symptom that things have gotten out of balance is that everything starts to feel Sisyphean- you keep rolling that boulder up the hill and it keeps rolling right back down.  In micro businesses we wear all the hats! So we have a lot less running room for a business that isn't well structured. I troubleshoot how to spot an unbalanced business, and how to weave your strengths and your clients needs into an offering that is satisfying and sustainable for both of you.  This is the audiobook version of chapter 2 from my free ebook: You Need a Holistic Business: Learn the Six Essential Building Blocks. You can download that at simpleprospering.com/freetrainings.   

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“When you're not willing to let go, you're not ready to scale. It's as simple as that.”- Shelagh CumminsAre you currently on the journey to evolve from a solopreneur into the CEO of a sustainable and profitable business — or embarking on this journey in the near future? If you're content with continuing to run a microbusiness as a solopreneur, that's perfectly all right. For many people, solopreneurship fits their needs and the needs of their family. If evolving into a CEO is something that you want, then I fully support you in this journey… and would love to help you smooth the path to your biggest and boldest goals.In this episode, I reveal what it's like behind the scenes of the transformational journey to CEO, from identifying your juicy business goals to letting go of the ownership of key responsibilities. While this journey requires grit and determination, the rewards can be incredible.Press play to discover the three signs that will let you know that it's time to make the shift, and why you need to show yourself patience and grace along the way.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you'll learn:‌ ‌The questions that you should be asking yourself in order to develop a clearer understanding of where you are right now… and where you want to go!The powerful decision that you need to make in order to make running your business worthwhile Why it's crucial to find a coach or a mentor that can give you the guidance that you need  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:51  It starts with clarity04:37  Microbusinesses can be perfect05:07  Signs it's time to shift07:14  2 strategic questions  08:49  Making your business worthwhile10:52  Avoiding strict timelines12:37  Guidance & coaching15:44  What are you willing to let go?18:54  Tweaking your systems & mindset21:46  Conclusion ‌Links:‌ ‌Scalehttps://www.theroadtoseven.com/scale  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com The Road Blue Print Stay ConnectedLike what you're hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don't miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review,” I'd also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  

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We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Who says you have to go all in on your creative business? This is a common misconception among makers that often times creates limitations within the business.   Amanda and guest, Haley Banks, discuss micro-businesses and making your multiple revenue streams work for your lifestyle. Haley is the owner & artist behind The Busy Craft Bee & Honey Bee Fiber Co! Want more W.O.W in your life? Come join the fun on Instagram @WomanOwned.Wallet and TikTok @WomanOwnedWalletConnect with Haley on Instagram: @thebusycraftbee & @honeybeefibercoPodcast edited and engineered by Kuzko Belliard. You can reach him at kactus.shop.studios@gmail.com and on Instagram @ kactus.kuzko.Gusto - All Your HR and Payroll Needs3 out of 4 customers say Gusto makes staying compliant easier. Simple, Easy and DIY HR and Payroll.New Vibes WineAuthentic New Vibes. Bespoke Bold Wines. Promo Code: WOWWines for Free Shipping!Ultimate Product PartyUltimate Product Party! Is a PAR-TAY business conference for product-based business owners!Join me!Buy Us a Coffee!Become a Coin Queen and Support WOW with your hard-earned coins!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We finally have news that only reports on how we can make more money and retire faster, with the legacies we deserve. https://mexitverse.comMexit News, a division of Antonio T Smith Jr. LLC, is quickly becoming one of the world's most respected and trusted sources for news and information because of its "no-politics" and "no fear or drama" stance. Mexit, which stands for "Middle-Class Exit" is the world's first news company that is solely dedicated to adding to the wealth of its audience. Its reach extends to 7 countries, video-on-demand services, and social media sites around the world. #mexitnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What are “microbusinesses” and why do they matter to our economic outlook? How can state and local governments learn about and help sustain these local businesses? On this episode, https://www.aei.org/profile/shane-tews/ (Shane) interviews https://www.infocommsneakpeek.com/2021/speaker/324871/alexandra-rosen (Alex Rosen), a senior director for https://www.godaddy.com/ventureforward/ (GoDaddy's Venture Forward) team. Alex explains the rise of online microbusinesses during the pandemic, and how we need to capture these businesses' importance and continue to foster their growth as part of the buildout of local economies. She also discusses the value that technological innovation has created for small businesses and shares lessons for policymakers who want to protect niche, tech-enabled markets. 

In this episode of Breaking Down Barriers, Host David Ponraj talks to three notable economic development leaders, sharing perspectives from local, state, and federal levels, about empowering microbusinesses that employ fewer than 10 people.   As a result of the pandemic, critical studies were conducted and analyzed to determine how to effectively revitalize businesses that had been negatively affected. The studies, many focused on relief grant distribution, revealed a glaring omission of microbusinesses, which have historically been overlooked by economic developers and lenders. The fact is that microbusinesses represent 90% of ALL businesses nationwide and create 66% of new jobs, according to the SBA. The findings reported that microbusinesses face sizable barriers to capital access and technical assistance, among other vital business resources.  Listen in to the discussion featuring Ryan Cobbins, Program Director for Energize Colorado Gap Fund, Suzanne Perreault, Small Business Program Manager for Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and Connie Evans, President & CEO for Association for Enterprise Opportunity, as they discuss the challenges microbusinesses face, and have long-faced, until a global pandemic revealed a critical need for economic developers to address and rectify, through innovation in resource allocation and policy change. Learn more about our guests' work: Energize Colorado: https://energizecolorado.com/ (energizecolorado.com) Association for Enterprise Opportunity: https://aeoworks.org/ (aeoworks.org) Michigan Economic Development Corporation: https://www.michiganbusiness.org/ (www.michiganbusiness.org) Learn more about EIC: https://economicimpactcatalyst.com/ (economicimpactcatalyst.com)

This recording is from Fintech Nexus USA (formerly known as LendIt Fintech USA) held at the Javits Center in New York City on May 25-26, 2022. It is from the track: SMB Fintech: New Solutions for Lending & Banking - Sponsored by Fundbox and is titled: Lending to Micro-businesses: The Most Underserved SMB Market. Speaking at this session is Sean Salas, Camino Financial,  with Moderator: Jacob Haar, CIM

Women are changemakers and scripting history each day. Today, we have with us Dr. Priscilla Kucer, who is the founder and CEO of Priscilla Kucer Consultancy Solutions (PKCS). She is an influential and leading black woman business owner who has been helping micro-businesses achieve their goals. She provides mentorship, supervising, coaching, and teaching services to businesses and professionals. Her guidance has helped multiple companies understand the importance of organizational development and effective leadership. Besides being a Strategic Business Coach, she is also a published author. Dr. Kucer assists business professionals with how they can scale their businesses and avoid burnout. In this episode, you will learn a lot about how she has been helping businesses and what is the right approach you should take. You will also learn about her personal life and what her experiences shaped her. You should definitely tune in to this podcast if you are a budding entrepreneur. Priscilla has been helping entrepreneurs with their business vision, goals, mission, marketing, budgeting, human resources, and various other aspects of business life. Her wisdom and vision will help you understand and choose the right path. Today, you will learn about: Her personal life and experiences that influenced her Career and past experiences What was her journey like when she started her own business? Her experience and journey as a professional business coach. Key Takeaways: Take action, and you will get the results that you have been thriving to achieve. Always have a strategic plan to scale your business and reach your goals. Combine your educational, psychological, leadership, and other skills to accomplish your desires.   Connect with Dr. Priscilla Kucer www.drpksolutions.com https://www.facebook.com/DrPKSolutions/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/drpksolutions/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.pksolutions/

If you have ambitions to work with global, household-name brands like FIFA or Wahl or Nestle (like we have), then this is the episode for you. We recently completed one of our most ambitious projects to date, teaming up with a household-name brand & a top-tier Netflix series & it got us thinking…Maybe our listeners will find it useful to hear the process we've gone through from working with small local businesses to much bigger global brands. In this episode, we reveal it all (step by step).

http://www.richardcarthon.com/ (Richard) began Crypto Current to educate others to make informed cryptocurrency investments, but today aims to spotlight all opportunities across cryptocurrency and the blockchain industry. Outside of Crypto Current, Richard is a serial entrepreneur with extensive experience in Startup Operations, App Development, Fundraising and Fintech who currently lives and works in Austin, TX. Steven Miller is a purpose-driven Serial Entrepreneur on a mission to make the world a more vibrant place. He's been making that happen via his creative agency called https://www.decisiveleap.com/ (Decisive Leap), where he helps Thought Leaders and Micro Businesses to discover their Brand Identities and then manage their reputations. His most notable clientele has included Gary John Bishop (Author of Unfu*k Yourself & Host of Unfu*k Nation with Gary John Bishop), ProfitTrax AI, and Crypto Current – but he's https://crypto-current.co/ (currently) contributing to more than 5 Podcasts in a variety of capacities. Links ●     http://www.crypto-current.co/ (www.crypto-current.co) *Disclaimer. Richard Carthon is the Founder of Crypto Current. All opinions expressed by members of the Crypto Current Team, Richard or his guest on this podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Crypto Current. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Richard as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy but only as an expression of his opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only. ~ Put your Bitcoin and Ethereum to work. Earn up to 12% interest back with Tantra Labs ~ New to crypto? Check out our Crypto for Beginners Step-by-Step Guide to Crypto Investing ~ Follow us on Youtube, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, & Tik Tok ~ Want to make ~$25+ a month for FREE? Sign up to get a FREE emrit.io Coolspot today! ~ Want to learn more about cryptocurrency? Check out our educational videos today! ~ Swan is the easiest and most affordable way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring purchases. Start your plan today and get $10 of free Bitcoin dropped into your account. ~ Want access to cool crypto/blockchain projects that you can use immediately? Check out our partnerships page! ~ Looking to attend a cryptocurrency or blockchain event? Check out our events page! ~ Tune in on Crypto Current TV throughout the week for a 24/7 crypto stream on the latest action on crypto markets, news, and interviews with the industry's top experts! ~ Enjoying our podcast? Please leave us a 5 star review here! ~ Stay up to date with the latest news in cryptocurrency by opting-in to our newsletter! You will receive daily emails (M-S) that are personalized and curated content specific to you and your interests, powered by artificial intelligence. ~ We were featured as one of the Top 25 Cryptocurrency Podcasts and one of the 16 Best Cryptocurrency Podcasts in 2020. ~ Are you an accredited investor looking to invest in cryptocurrency? Check out Crescent City Capital. ~ Earn Interest. Receive Loans. Trade Crypto. Start Today! Learn more about how you can sign up for Blockfi ~ Want to be on our show or know someone who should? Contact us today! ~ We hope you are enjoying our cryptocurrency and blockchain educational content! We greatly appreciate donations, which all go directly towards creating even better educational content. Thank you for your generosity! Buy us a coffee here :)

Sewing Schools and Micro-businesses for Women in North Africa Malik (not his real name), the director of SOM NW Africa has been sharing about the three aspects of the ministry there. In this episode, he will share about the third aspect, the Lighthouse Sewing/Discipleship Schools. Because of the Islamic culture in NW Africa, often when a woman becomes a Christian, she is not only shunned, but kicked out of her home. Listen in to hear how the Lighthouse schools provide not only a way to support themselves but also a platform to share the Gospel.

Ch Daniel is the founder of Legitcheck.app, an online service to check the authenticity of resale products. He scaled it to $22.5k per month. In this episode, we talk about how he built a business doing over $20k a month in revenue, micro-acquisitions, the sneaker industry and much more! SPONSORS BridgeUp: DM Prashant on Twitter to raise $100,000+ in non-dilutive capital Listnr: https://listnr.tech/?via=prashant Dukaan: https://mydukaan.io/ Recast: https://recast.studio/ CONNECT Daniel: Twitter / LinkedIn Follow Prashant Bagga OUTLINE (00:32) How Legit Check started (04:07) The Sneaker Industry (06:52) Growth of Legit Check (15:57) Before going full-time (20:10) How Search Helped (23:08) Emojics.com and its acquisition (30:56) Micro-acquisitions --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hang out with Andrew, Jay, and Phil as they discuss a range of canna-topics, including 7 cannabis trivia facts you may not know Massachusetts weed sales are outpacing alcohol States launch initiatives to foster cannabis microbusiness and more Contact us at VoteProPot@gmail.com

Bill & Mike Got Your Wednesday Rolling With Cavs VS Bucks Tonight - Preview From Former Cavs Brad Daugherty & Cavs PBP Tim Alcorn - NBC News Radio Michael Bower had the latest on the negotiations to avoid a conflict in Ukraine - It sounds like science fiction, but Elon Musk is looking for volunteers who would be implanted with chips that would link them to computers-NBC News Radio Rory O'Neill - ABC News Jim Ryan Talked For years, the most popular automobile among car thieves was the Honda Civic. Not anymore, according to the latest Hot Wheels report from the National Insurance Crime Bureau - Elizabeth Scheiderer-NCA Financial Planners Talked The stock market is off to a negative start this year - "Business Insider" Gregg Stebben Talked Everyone Wants to Be an Entrepreneur - A Mayor Makes the Case for Investing in Micro-Businesses

This weeks episode of the NMCannaCast was going to NM cannabis history, but things are moving very rapidly, so much that while we were recording this the CCD updated everyone in an email that the number of producers is now 17, in the show we said it was 16, because at that time thats what we knew it to be. So it is now 6 Microbusinesses, and 11 Producers. This week we are talking about Consumption areas because the CCD also put the applications for a consumption area/lounge. We thought it would be a great time to bring those up, since now we know whats going on. The second part of the show we talk about some counties, and cities are wanting to, or have banned outdoor consumption areas, and what you can do to help! Speaking to your Representatives 101, we give you our experience with dealing with politicians, our learned do's and don'ts, as well as some examples why. Thank you to our first monthly subscriber! Contributions like that will only help improve the show, if you don't want to, or cant, then just share, like or follow, that helps too! Thanks! Enjoy! Links: How to look for active licenses. https://ccd.rld.state.nm.us/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Search-license-walkthrough.pdf Find your representative, FB also has a tool for this. Tutorial https://nmlegis.gov/Website_Tutorials?Video=FindingLegislators Find your rep. https://nmlegis.gov/Members/Find_My_Legislator Bernalillo County Contact info. Location: 415 Silver SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 468-7000. https://www.bernco.gov/clerk/contact-us/ Ordinance. Cannabis. https://www.bernco.gov/government/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2021/12/Ordinance-2021-31.pdf --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nmcannacast/support

Coming all the way (virtually) from Florida we are Joined by Luann Sun from Sun provisions. Luann and host, Ida Pearl Lee talk about everything from growing up in China, how Luann got into the Industry, the obstacles of running a Microbusinesses and the importance of self care.

The world is full of small businesses, and many of them are not nearly as digitised as larger companies. Redcloud Technology is on a mission to fix that. There are over 500 million small business traders and helping them connect to one another digitally to remove friction from their commercial activities seems like a very worthwhile endeavour so I invited Justin Floyd, Redcloud's Founder and CEO to come on the podcast to tell me more. We ad a fascinating conversation around some of the challenges small businesses face, how Redcloud helps them address them, and what the data play here is. As usual, I learned loads, and I hope you do too...Oh, and this is one of the first podcast episodes that I have created chapters for. If you find them useful, do let me know (tom.raftery@sap.com) and I'll make the effort to do it more often!If you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to leave me a voice message over on my SpeakPipe page or just send it to me as a direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. Audio messages will get played (unless you specifically ask me not to).If you want to learn more about how to juggle sustainability and efficiency mandates while recovering from pandemic-induced disruptions, meeting growth targets, and preparing for an uncertain future, check out our Oxford Economics research report here.And don't forget to check out the 2021 MPI research on Industry 4.0 to find out how to increase productivity, revenues, and profitability for your operations. This global study examines the extent to which manufacturers deploy Industry 4.0 in their business and the benefits it brings.And if you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks.And remember, stay healthy, stay safe, stay sane! 

Serving the sole trader or microcompany is super-important right now as economies and indeed societies continue to try and build themselves back from the ground up after widespread government actions in 2019 which massively favoured MegaCo and governments never-ending pork-barreling monetary printing presses at the expense of the little guy. In this context we define […]

With the increasing rate of change and disruption many leaders believe they must survive, in a constant state of chaos. Our special guest on Episode #56 of Charged Up Studio, Lisa Levy experienced this exact phenomenon firsthand, when working in a corporate role, where there were too many chiefs to get a job done. She was determined to find a better way and has dedicated her life to helping savvy business leaders who want to build agility into their operating model to continuously Adapt and Thrive by using her signature Adaptive Transformation™ framework. Tune in Tuesday, November 2nd at 9 am to learn more about Adaptive Transformation and how small Micro-Businesses can begin the transformation process early on to ensure that a solid framework is in place to continuously adapt and thrive in a world of constant change and disruption. Lisa L. Levy is the Founder and CEO of Lcubed Consulting, a business helping organizations elevate through strategic goal achievement. She is also a Bestselling author of Future Proofing Cubed. Lisa now travels the world virtually and to live events helping men and women, business leaders and entrepreneurs deliver results by focusing on the critical items and overcoming trivial distractions. She shares her background which allows her to lead organizations at the Strategic, Operational and Tactical levels, and thereby generating their commitment to succeed and enables them to have big picture results. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisallevy/ lcubedconsulting.com lisa.levy@lcubedconsulting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Microbusinesses are my passion and in no small part because I run a couple myself. Microbusinesses represent around 25% of all businesses in Australia – a pretty hefty chunk of our business landscape when you think about it. Today's guest is a truly inspiring microbusiness leader with a swag of awards. Tina Tower opened her first business at the age of 20, which went from being a small suburban tutoring center and educational toy store to a licensing program and then a franchise. After five years of franchising, Tina opened 35 Begin Bright centers with 120 staff. After Begin Bright was acquired by an international education company in 2016, she started business coaching other people to scale their serviced based business. Tina found herself repeating a lot of the same fundamentals again and again to people who were paying top dollar for private coaching. So, she put the repetitive content into an online course. It went off! To put location freedom to the test, Tina set off to travel the world for a year with her husband and two children, visited 28 countries - all while growing the online business in a couple of hours a day. Since returning from travel, her empire continued to grow and it's been a revelation to her that this ‘little' online business that she runs from home with a couple of staff makes far more money and has such a greater and wider impact than she ever did in running a franchise company. Tina lives on a small farm near me (on the NSW Central Coast) and from there, helps people to develop and grow online digital business empires. Her niche is to help us microbusiness folks package their expertise into an online course and launch it to the world. Now she has written a new book “Million-dollar micro-business – how to turn your expertise into a digital online course” that has already rocketed to #1 on a range of global bookstore lists. Hear from Tina on: What are the biggest challenges of running a microbusiness? The tried-and-true ways to create a “million-dollar” microbusiness? How much money do you need to start a microbusiness and what should someone new to microbusiness invest in first and why? What do you like about a microbusiness from your own experience of having run a franchised business when you headed up years ago? Take away: What is your final takeaway message for us on The Politics of Microbusiness? For more from Tina connect: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-tower-b28a5136/ w: www.tinatower.com

Today Crypto Curren'ts CEO Richard Carthon and COO Steven Miller discuss the accompanies accomplishments after 200 episodes. http://www.richardcarthon.com/ (Richard) began Crypto Current to educate others to make informed cryptocurrency investments, but today aims to spotlight all opportunities across cryptocurrency and the blockchain industry. Outside of Crypto Current, Richard is a serial entrepreneur with extensive experience in Startup Operations, App Development, Fundraising and Fintech who currently lives and works in Austin, TX. Steven Miller is a purpose-driven Serial Entrepreneur on a mission to make the world a more vibrant place. He's been making that happen via his creative agency called https://www.decisiveleap.com/ (Decisive Leap), where he helps Thought Leaders and Micro Businesses to discover their Brand Identities and then manage their reputations. His most notable clientele has included Gary John Bishop (Author of Unfu*k Yourself & Host of Unfu*k Nation with Gary John Bishop), ProfitTrax AI, and Crypto Current – but he's currently contributing to more than 5 Podcasts in a variety of capacities. Links http://www.crypto-current.co/ (www.crypto-current.co) *Disclaimer. Richard Carthon is the Founder of Crypto Current. All opinions expressed by members of the Crypto Current Team, Richard or his guest on this podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Crypto Current. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Richard as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy but only as an expression of his opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only. ~ Want to learn more about cryptocurrency? Check out our http://crypto-current.co/blog/ (blog) and follow us on https://twitter.com/_cryptocurrent_ (Twitter), https://www.instagram.com/cryptocurrent_/ (Instagram), https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0M1oMbt69WLqBF0DZdNbcQ (YouTube), https://www.joinclubhouse.com/club/crypto-current (Clubhouse),https://www.linkedin.com/company/crypto-current-llc/ ( )https://www.uptrennd.com/user/NDQ2Mg== (Uptrennd), and https://www.linkedin.com/company/crypto-current-llc/ (LinkedIn) for even more educational content. ~ Stay up to date with the latest crypto news by opting-in to our https://pages.rasa.io/signup/crypto (newsletter)! You'll receive personalized daily emails and curated content, powered by artificial intelligence.  ~ Are you an Accredited Investor looking to invest in cryptocurrency? Check out http://crescentcitycapital.com (Crescent City Capital). ~ We hope you are enjoying our content! If you found this content valuable and you're willing to support us in creating even better educational content, we greatly appreciate crypto donations.  BTC: 3BpSmgS8h1sNtbk6VMiVWxoftcwBxAfGxR ETH: 0x743c0426CE838A659F56aFC4d3c10872d758EC79  LTC: MKCpf3qEVfT6yprhDhkJJcdNpqh5PZXSbx

In this Episode 48 of the Pool Nation Podcast John and Edgar talk about Pool Invoice and your business profits. They break down the micro business concept, talk about financial business metrics, and progressive business metrics that allow you to see your businesses profits in real time.   The number one reason small businesses fail is due to lack of financial knowledge or the disconnect between the cost of the goods or service they offer and the cost of their product. In this episode we talk about some of the fundamentals on how to break down your business into smaller micro businesses so you can have a pulse on the income of each one of them. We also talk about metrics, and progressive business metrics and why they are so essential to the survival of your business. We share the Pool Nation journey and how Pool Invoice was built to tie in all these concepts and help you run a profitable business. To check out Pool Invoice go to www.Poolinvoice.com   Sponsors The SPPA       Ultimate Pool Tools    Pool Invoice

Welcome back to the MicroAdvice Podcast. Thanks for watching the video! Please subscribe to hear more leading voices in customer experience (CX) share tips, tricks and advice you can implement to better serve your customers!Today, our spotlight is on helping micro-businesses in Southeast Asia to better serve their customers.  We are here with entrepreneur Jonathan McIntosh who is CEO and founder of Opaper (https://www.opaper.app/).Opaper is a Shopify tailored experience for small to mid-sized businesses in Southeast Asia. Joanthan is on a mission to help businesses double their revenue each year by providing tools that are super easy to use. You will hear Joanathan and I discuss:1.)   The concept behind Opaper for providing simple tools that are critical for small and micro-businesses.2.) How Joan built her business solely around customer needs and feedback. 3.) How Joan is empowering micro-businesses to employ a specialized customer experience to grow. 5.)   Given 100% distance selling, we will hear how Joan is driving high quality CX in Opaper's sales cycle…and tips on how other companies can succeed as well. If you have ideas for Podcast episodes, please info@microadvisers.com or join me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimbuscaglio).Follow this and other leading #CX​ practices at https://www.microadvisers.com​Subscribe to the the MicroAdvice Podcast on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/6bT3xk3dKS5uQYXeVc1i0w​​​-OR-Listen to MicroAdvice on iTunes at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/microadvice-podcast/id1536424275​YouTube Link:https://youtu.be/fQe8rnSp8cE#Customersuccess​​​​ #CX​​​​ #Customer​​​​ #Customerexperience​​​​ #empathy​ #customersupport​ #SaaS​​ #startup​​ #founder​​ #Opaper #Indonesia #microbusiness #smallbusiness #SoutheastAsia #Asia

In this super fun episode Katarina talks to Kara of @buttonringsandthings and Madeline of @madseecards about their micro-businesses. We discuss what a micro-business is exactly, how Kara and Maddie got started, and what advice they have for others who are hoping to start their own small or micro business. As always within this circle, the women touch upon social issues near and dear to their hearts. We also shout out a few of our favorite businesses run by women who are hustling hard on instagram. Make sure to join us for the ins and outs of your favorite small, online shops, and make sure to check out Kara and Maddie on instagram for some kick ass earrings and personalized cards. Don't forget to rate us 5 stars and thanks as always for helping us #starttheconversation Produced by: Katarina Hoskins and RadioLex Music: Emma Yetter      

Today our CEO Richard Carthon & COO Steve Miller speak at the Miami Crypto Experience on Non-Fungible People and Unlocking Community. http://www.richardcarthon.com/ (Richard) began Crypto Current to educate others to make informed cryptocurrency investments, but today aims to spotlight all opportunities across cryptocurrency and the blockchain industry. Outside of Crypto Current, Richard is a serial entrepreneur with extensive experience in Startup Operations, App Development, Fundraising and Fintech who currently lives and works in Austin, TX. Steven Miller is a purpose-driven Serial Entrepreneur on a mission to make the world a more vibrant place. He’s been making that happen via his creative agency called https://www.decisiveleap.com/ (Decisive Leap), where he helps Thought Leaders and Micro Businesses to discover their Brand Identities and then manage their reputations. His most notable clientele has included Gary John Bishop (Author of Unfu*k Yourself & Host of Unfu*k Nation with Gary John Bishop), ProfitTrax AI, and Crypto Current – but he’s currently contributing to more than 5 Podcasts in a variety of capacities. Links http://www.crypto-current.co/ (www.crypto-current.co) *Disclaimer. Richard Carthon is the Founder of Crypto Current. All opinions expressed by members of the Crypto Current Team, Richard or his guest on this podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Crypto Current. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Richard as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy but only as an expression of his opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only. ~ Want to learn more about cryptocurrency? Check out our http://crypto-current.co/blog/ (blog) and follow us on https://twitter.com/_cryptocurrent_ (Twitter), https://www.instagram.com/cryptocurrent_/ (Instagram), https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0M1oMbt69WLqBF0DZdNbcQ (YouTube), https://www.joinclubhouse.com/club/crypto-current (Clubhouse),https://www.linkedin.com/company/crypto-current-llc/ ( )https://www.uptrennd.com/user/NDQ2Mg== (Uptrennd), and https://www.linkedin.com/company/crypto-current-llc/ (LinkedIn) for even more educational content. ~ Stay up to date with the latest crypto news by opting-in to our https://pages.rasa.io/signup/crypto (newsletter)! You’ll receive personalized daily emails and curated content, powered by artificial intelligence.  ~ Are you an Accredited Investor looking to invest in cryptocurrency? Check out http://crescentcitycapital.com/ (Crescent City Capital). ~ We hope you are enjoying our content! If you found this content valuable and you’re willing to support us in creating even better educational content, we greatly appreciate crypto donations.  BTC: 3BpSmgS8h1sNtbk6VMiVWxoftcwBxAfGxR ETH: 0x743c0426CE838A659F56aFC4d3c10872d758EC79  LTC: MKCpf3qEVfT6yprhDhkJJcdNpqh5PZXSbx

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Microbusinesses are becoming a way of life for more and more people; these very small businesses are often sole proprietorships or have just a few employees, yet provide meaningful household income for millions of people. Digital platforms make many of these businesses possible, and companies like Etsy and GoDaddy have been an essential backbone for microbusinesses, especially during the pandemic (Etsy sellers contributed $13 billion and almost 3 million jobs to the economy last year). For this NOW episode, Brown Advisory technology analyst and portfolio manager Emmy Wachtmeister sat down with Althea Erickson, VP of Global Public Policy & Impact at Etsy, and Alex Rosen, Director of GoDaddy's Venture Forward project, to discuss the evolution of microbusinesses, and what they mean for the growth and resilience of our communities. Later, David Powell, co-portfolio manager of Brown Advisory's Large-Cap Sustainable Growth strategy, joined Emmy to discuss takeaways for investors (36:18).

Today, Chuck and Brittany are joined by Tracy Williams, microbusiness specialist with the Akron Public Library to share resources and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Plus, they discuss their all-time favorite books! The post Ep90: Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Microbusinesses appeared first on Apple Growth Partners.

Today Crypto Current’s new COO Steven Miller joins us to discuss how you can stay Crypto Current with us on Clubhouse! Steven Miller is a purpose-driven Serial Entrepreneur on a mission to make the world a more vibrant place. He's been making that happen via his creative agency called Decisive Leap, where he helps Thought Leaders and Micro Businesses to discover their Brand Identities and then manage their reputations. His most notable clientele has included Gary John Bishop (Author of Unfu*k Yourself & Host of Unfu*k Nation with Gary John Bishop), ProfitTrax AI, and Crypto Current - but he's currently contributing to more than 5 Podcasts in a variety of capacities. As Crypto Current's COO, Steven is focused on optimizing workflows, directing People Ops, overseeing product development, and shaping the platform's roadmap with the Executive Team. Given his vast experience in Podcast Production, he may even find himself behind the microphone as a co-host from time to time. Outside of his Office Hours, Steven spends quality time with his wife Meghan and volunteers with BBYO of Greater Phoenix and PHX Startup Week, where he's served on the event's Core Team since Fall 2019. For PHX Startup Week '21 - the event's first time going virtual - Steven was tapped to steer the event's five day programming slate and speaker experience. If you're looking for a creative sounding board or believe Steven might be able to assist your team, you can connect with him directly on LinkedIn or by emailing steven@decisiveleap.com. Links Decisive Leap's Website Connect with Steven on LinkedIn Follow Steven on Twitter Follow Steven on Instagram Follow Steven on Clubhouse - @stevenmiller ~ View this episode on our website here. *Disclaimer. None of this information is financial advice. ~ New to crypto? Check out our Crypto for Beginners Step-by-Step Guide to Crypto Investing ~ Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Discord, Tik Tok and Uptrennd today! ~ Want to make ~$25+ a month for FREE? Sign up to get a FREE emrit.io Coolspot today!  ~ Want to learn more about cryptocurrency? Check out our educational videos today! ~ Swan is the easiest and most affordable way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring purchases. Start your plan today and get $10 of free Bitcoin dropped into your account. ~ Want access to cool crypto/blockchain projects that you can use immediately? Check out our partnerships page!  ~ Looking to attend a cryptocurrency or blockchain event? Check out our events page! ~ Enjoying our podcast? Please leave us a 5 star review here! ~ Stay up to date with the latest news in cryptocurrency by opting-in to our newsletter! You will receive daily emails (M-S) that are personalized and curated content specific to you and your interests, powered by artificial intelligence.  ~ We were featured as one of the Top 25 Cryptocurrency Podcasts and one of the 16 Best Cryptocurrency Podcasts in 2020. ~ Are you an accredited investor looking to invest in cryptocurrency? Check out Crescent City Capital. ~ Want to take educational courses on cryptocurrency & blockchain? Sign up for Blockchain Training Academy today! ~ Earn Interest. Receive Loans. Trade Crypto. Start Today! Learn more about how you can sign up for Blockfi . ~ Want to be on our show or know someone who should? Contact us today! ~ We hope you are enjoying our cryptocurrency and blockchain educational content! We greatly appreciate donations, which all go directly towards creating even better educational content. Thank you for your generosity! Buy us a coffee here :)

Microbusinesses, defined as having nine or fewer employees, are the most common kind of employer in the U.S. But they might have a hard time getting the financial aid meant for small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. On today’s show: a microbusiness owner shares what it’s been like this past year. Plus: Some manufacturers are having difficulty filling jobs despite high unemployment; food commodities are at their most expensive since 2014; and what it’s like to look for work during a pandemic.

Microbusinesses, defined as having nine or fewer employees, are the most common kind of employer in the U.S. But they might have a hard time getting the financial aid meant for small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. On today’s show: a microbusiness owner shares what it’s been like this past year. Plus: Some manufacturers are having difficulty filling jobs despite high unemployment; food commodities are at their most expensive since 2014; and what it’s like to look for work during a pandemic.

Mark Girvan is the Chief Commercial Officer of FreshBooks, the creator of accounting software for self-employed professionals and their teams. In this episode, Mark talks to Jeremey and guest host Amanda Georgoff, RVP of Enterprise Sales at SalesLoft, about the unique process of selling to micro-businesses and why he thinks micro-businesses will be a dominant force in the future. He also shares how he gauges which reps will “make it” and which won’t. Visit SalesLoft.com for show notes and insights from this episode.

Host Stu King, CEO of BeeZee Bodies, and guests discuss Public Mental Health in the workplace and supporting employers.Professor Dame Carol Black was Principal of Newnham College, Cambridge until 2019. She has advised the British Government on the relationship between work and health.Professor Neil Greenberg is Professor of Defence Mental Health at King's College London. He has served in the Armed Forces and advises the Academic Department of Military Mental Health. He also runs March on Stress.Dr Jane Suter is Lecturer in HR Management at University of York Management School and Principal Investigator on the insight report Managing Mental Health in Small and Micro Businesses.Our guests outline the importance of public mental health in the workplace and influencing factors such as the role of managers and culture. The group explores the impact of Covid-19 and Jane talks about pressures on small and medium enterprises, accounting for the majority of UK employers. Neil shares his experience in long-term traumatic environments, what helps people cope and moral injury. The group talk about presenteeism, identifying the driving factors of mental ill-health and measuring impacts of interventions. The group recommend training in psychologically safe conversations, shown to be cost effective in a study with Australian firefighters. Neil recommends a condensed, on-line version REACT Mental Health®, validated peer support programmes such as StRaW or TRiM, and occupational health advice. When selecting interventions, Carol suggests looking at organisations in Britain's Healthiest Workplace awards. The Midlands Engine mental health productivity pilot provides examples for small and medium enterprises, such as Prime Accountants.Contacts:@drjanesuter@DameCarolBlack@ProfNGreenberg@Stu_King_HhOther Resources:Thriving at Work: the Stevenson/Farmer review on mental health and employers, 2017Mental health at work resources for employers (including during Covid) Local government guidanceBITC/PHE health and wellbeing at work tool-kits

Starting a small company used to be simple. Get some space on Main Street, put out a shingle, and begin plying your trade. Then the regulatory state came, and so did the internet. Now, entrepreneurs have to apply for licenses — sometimes multiple licenses in multiple states — and also handle all the intricacies of […]

From MVB's (Minimum viable builds), to creating unique business models, and even his love for BBQs. We go into it all in today's episode with Doc Williams, the Founder of Brand Factory, content curator, and content repurposing extraordinaire! Links: https://brandfactoryinc.com/get-the-tech-stack-you-need/ https://brandfactoryinc.com/3-paths-to-success/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realdocwilliams/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXv_CS0DaUVS25tFGkRALoA https://www.notion.so/Build-With-Me-7604537ef0754bf690c9ed84f7233746 https://brandfactoryinc.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/brandfactoryinc/ https://www.instagram.com/brandfactoryinc/ http://thebuildwithmeshow.com/ https://brandfactoryinc.com/build-with-me/ https://twitter.com/_docwilliams https://appsumo-remote-series.heysummit.com/speakers/doc-williams/ https://www.udemy.com/user/doc-williams-5/ Mentioned: https://shipstreams.com/ https://paperform.co/ https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=video+warriors https://outgrow.co/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 3:00 Making decisions based on how people react 5:00 Remixing content that already exists #contentrepurposing 10:00 Finding Accountablity 15:00 Growing his YouTube 20:00 Volume of Virality 25:00 Change your Business if it doesn't validate #MVB 30:00 Notion.so 35:00 Habits that has improved his life 40:00 Parkour 45:00 Video Business Card 50:00 Living an interdisciplinary life 55:00 "I want to win on my terms" 56:40 - 01:00:40 What is a polymath to you? 01:00:50 Pursuing #Ikigai 01:05:00 Everyone is dealing with #Covid and 2020 in general #LeanOut 01:10:00 Micro Businesses and Micro Platforms 01:15:00 Changes in Audio; Special Project 01:21:00 What tool are people sleeping on? 01:25:00 Using Automation 01:30:00 How many videos to start of success? 01:35:00 A mixture of science and art for virality 01:40:00 The platforms reward vanity metrics, but don't help you to monetize 01:45:00 Digital Subscription Box https://thebuildwithmeshow.com/ 01:50:00 Outro

2020 has been tough for everyone, but micro-retailers have generally been hit the hardest. Between forced closures, lack of government aid, and attempting to navigate eCommerce for the first time, being a two-woman team is far from easy. Steph La Posta, Co-owner of Common Goods Shop in Toronto brings us a real, honest conversation on the struggles (and resilience) they have faced this year.

Lisa Newton BA MSc AAT has a masters degree in Investment Management and a first-class honours degree in Accounting with Marketing. She formed her first company in 2004 with £150 in the same month of graduating from City University, London UK. Lisa has never had a full time 9 to 5 job in her life. She's a serial entrepreneur and author who holds directorships in various industries including property management, publishing as well as finance. She has won various awards in Business including: Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2007, in 2008 Enterprising Business Award, in 2016 BE Mogul Award and has been nominated and shortlisted in numerous others. In 2011 and in 2012 one of her companies won Best Accounting Franchisor Award. In 2015 and 2017 one of her companies won Best Bookkeeping Business London (Accountancy International Awards). Lisa's books include: How to write a book in two weeks, Constant Cashflow, Make the most of your money, How to start your own bookkeeping business, Cosmic Ordering with Vision Boards, How to Franchise Your Business and Quickbooks Online The Handbook. Lisa also hosts her own show The Authors Podcast Founder365 is hosted by Steven Haggerty and shares 365 insights from 365 founders during 2020.

Pete Wilkinson is massively passionate about professional people achieving their potential and spends his time in his business supporting Chief Executives and Managing Directors in a range of businesses from small Micro Businesses up to £130m Engineering Businesses. He is experiencing brilliant business success by using the strategies he presents and coaches on himself. He manages his time between his family, giving presentations, his software business and still competes in endurance events with UK Special Forces.

Figures from the Bureau of Statistics show retail turnover had its biggest monthly rise on record in March due to COVID 19. Dr Charles Jebarajakirthy, Ph.D, a Lecturer at Griffith Business School, Griffith University and specialised in Retail marketing and Marketing management, analyses the data and gives some tips to ethnic based small businesses. - கொரோனா வரைஸ் சூழல் காரணமாக வர்த்தக நிறுவனங்கள் இயங்கும் முறையிலும், மக்கள் பொருட்களை வாங்கும் போக்கிலும் அதீத மாற்றம் நிகழ்ந்துள்ளது. அவை என்ன என்றும், இனிமேல் சிறு நிறுவனங்கள் என்ன செய்யவேண்டும் என்றும் விளக்குகிறார் முனைவர் சார்ள்ஸ் ஜெபகீர்த்தி அவர்கள். சில்லறை வர்த்தகம் குறித்து நிபுணத்துவம் பெற்ற சார்ள்ஸ் அவர்கள் Griffith பல்கலைக்கழகத்தில் விரிவுரையாளராக பணியாற்றுகிறார். அவரோடு உரையாடியவர்: றைசெல்

In this episode, we talk about how our very small businesses can qualify for the SBA's Paycheck Protection Program loan. I give my experience on documents needed and how to get them ready for loan submission and approval. If you have a legal mediation, contract, or business question, email me at info@childressgroupllc.com or DM me on any of my social media platforms @childressgrpllc on FB, IG, and Twitter, and @Iamyaminah_inc on IG and @iamyaminah on FB and twitter.Support the show (https://checkout.square.site/pay/07a07c714a1d4959b19cdf993c590817)

Employers fear liability from as they bring employees back into the office. Virtual volunteering might be a great use of your time right now. Warren Buffet has sold all shares in the major airlines. Their stocks are getting hit hard. Clark talks about the long-term projections for air travel. Micro businesses are helping keep people afloat in difficult financial times. Starting a super-small side hustle might make sense for you. Should you take cash out of your home or out of your retirement account? Neither is best. But if those are your choices be sure to listen to what Clark has to say. Clark mentioned this link to Ticketmaster's blog with their refund terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuck at home these days? Matt, Rich, and guest host Dave Sobel, a former MSP and vendor exec who is now host of the Business of Tech podcast, have some stimulating infotainment for you about Ingram Micro’s new coronavirus-inspired finance programs, D&H’s behind-the-scenes efforts to help channel pros triage urgent client needs, and some interesting new security software and printers from HP. Then comes a thought-provoking conversation about the developing effort in Louisiana to regulate MSPs and MSSPs and what it portends for the industry as a whole, and a guest interview with attorney Bradley Gross about important legal issues to consider as you help your clients cope with the COVID-19 crisis. As for the steak and valium, you’ve earned both by now, but they’re actually meant for the neighbor’s dog. You’ll understand why after you listen. Subscribe to ChannelPro Weekly! ​​​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​​​ Look for us in your favorite podcast app. If you don't see us (yet) then you can subscribe via RSS in almost any podcast app using this link: http://www.channelpronetwork.com/rss/cpw Show Information: Episode #: 139Title: Steak and ValiumDuration: 1:44:50File size: 47.9MBRegulars: Rich Freeman - Executive Editor, Matt Whitlock - Technology EditorGuest Host: Dave Sobel, Host of the Business of Tech podcast Video of ChannelPro Weekly #139 - Steak and Valium Topics and Related Links Mentioned:  Ingram Micro Adds Financing Programs for Partners Weathering Coronavirus Cash Flow Challenges  D&H Hustling to Connect Resellers with Suppliers HP Announces Advanced Security Solutions for SMBs  HP Unveils High-Capacity, Low-Cost Laser Printers for “Micro-Businesses”  Dave Sobel's interview with Louisana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin Contact information for Bradley Gross Matt's Museum Pick: Nintendo Power Glove Rich's ICYMI plug and quickie preview of the week ahead   

Covid-19 has us doing things we never planned this week that can leave us feeling overwhelmed.  We’re looking at what is happening over the next several weeks and what that means to us as individual Americans, humans, and local business owners, along with the impact we’ll have on our small or large audiences. We are also thinking about the right things to say at this time.   After much contemplation, I wanted to share what is in my heart and what matters most to me in these uncertain times to give you comfort and direction as a local business owner.  I’ve got lots of great resources for you in this show so you can sustain as much as possible, your kindness, impact and empathy on your community during uncertain times. Helping each other is so important.  In this episode we discuss…   [6:20] How to handle your upcoming scheduled events  [7:11] Variables to consider and questions to ask in regard to your scheduled events so you don’t waste time and money [10:08] How to migrate workers to remote work wherever possible [12:20] Reducing risk for employees that have to go out into the field [13:24] Supporting your team on how to work from home so they can be productive and manage distractions [14:30] Three things to implement if you’re working from home for the first time [18:54] What you can do to manage your kids being home from school while trying to get your work done [22:02] Ideas for how to pay your employees during this time [24:05] What you should know when considering taking your business online   Resource List Mentioned in This Episode… Resources for Micro Businesses

Working as a freelancer you will encounter many different types of clients. In this episode, Jacob, Niall and our new co-host Stephen Box talk about their experiences working with clients ranging from micro-businesses to large multinational companies. We discuss what it's like to work with these clients and how to adapt to work with different businesses/clients.Head on over to www.100kfreelancerclub.com and sign up for our course and community. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and follow us on Twitter @100kfreelancer and @100kfreelancerclub on Instagram.

What’s the best way to offer financial advice to business-minded clients? For starters, it helps to be clear on what it means to be a business owner yourself. Today’s guest has taken serious steps to develop himself as an entrepreneur, which helps him work with his own clients, most of whom are business owners. Dustin Serviss of Serviss Wealth Management has been featured as the number 1 Top 40 Under 40 leader in 2014 by the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce. In 2017, Serviss Wealth Management was awarded the Top 10 Wealth Builder Award by its previous investment dealer (consisting of over 800 advisors). Serviss Wealth Management was also voted one of the Top 3 Micro Businesses in Kelowna by the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce in 2018. Listen in to hear how Dustin helps business owners manage their wealth – and their businesses. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Dustin went from day trading as an engineer to running a successful practice (4:10) Dustin’s unique approach to leadership (11:25) Three lessons learned from working with a business consultant (20:20) How Dustin leverages what he learns from his clients to offer even more value through consulting (28:15) Why ongoing learning is critical to business success (33:35) Overcoming the grind of the first few years in business (36:35) Links and Resources: Serviss Wealth Management Quotes by Dustin Serviss: “Now when we are going and talking to clients, we are talking on a level that is business-minded first, financial planning second.” “When you’re exposed to bigger stuff you realize that other people think differently than you do.” “As entrepreneurs, we have a lot of good ideas and we have even more great ideas… And before you know it, you’ve got so many things to do, so many processes, so many touchpoints, so many this, so many that.” Serving business owners and lawyers, Serviss Wealth Management is a powerhouse of an independent financial planning firm. Acting as the quarterback (as he puts it) for his clients’ financial affairs, and taking his own entrepreneurship very seriously, Dustin has a lot to share about the business side of financial planning. Below, we’re sharing three key ideas from this episode: Three lessons learned from working with a business consultant Dustin’s unique approach to leadership Why ongoing learning is critical to business success Three lessons learned from working

There is quite a bit of information in the wild for technically savvy people, around the Power Platform and it's underlying Common Data Service. I want to see if I can make that understandable to us Normal people. Skipping History I know, many of you were thinking, "Ugh, here comes Steve's long, drawn-out 'How we got here' story". But this is for the normal people, who don't really give a shit how we got here, they just want to know if there is something here they can make use of... or not. Platforms on Platforms In a meaningless to you nutshell, the Power Platform is comprised of PowerApps, Power BI and Microsoft Flow, each of which are kinda their own platforms. Each of these is able, but not required, to run on top of yet another platform, the Common Data Service. Additionally, they can be used individually, or in any combination. A well-known example of a PowerApp, would be the Dynamics 365 Enterprise Sales Application built by Microsoft, but you can also build your own. Multi-View Where this fits, and your interpretation of what I am saying in this post, has a lot to do with where you are. If you are currently using Dynamics 365 it may mean something different, than if you are not. For this post, I want to focus on the person who is new to all of this. Multi-Path You have several paths that you can take with Microsoft Business Applications, which one you take, will depend on what you are trying to solve for, what kind of budget you have for solving it, and how sophisticated your users are. Let's crack them open one-by-one, starting with a critical concept. No Cliffs If you have heard this term, and your name was Cliff, you may have thought you were excluded from playing. But what this really refers to is the idea, that no matter where you start, you can keep going without hitting a wall. This is a pretty unique proposition that today, only Microsoft can fulfill. With most other platforms, you will reach a cliff, a point where you can go no further without switching platforms, migrating data etc. Microsoft Business Applications are used by one-person companies, all the way up to the largest companies in the world. There are no gates, you can start with the simplest need, and keep extending, and extending with no limits. You can literally grow from a one-person firm, to a 100k employee enterprise, without ever having to change platforms. No other vendor can say that today. Big Toys We might as well start at the top with Dynamics 365, a set of world-class, enterprise grade applications that deliver an incredible array of capabilities. From Marketing Automation to Sales Force Automation, Project Service Automation and Connected Field Service Automation, all with baked-in intelligence. No other vendor comes close to what the collective Dynamics 365 applications can bring to bear, on the most advanced business requirements on the planet. While Dynamics 365 applications may be the top of the mountain, they are also the tip of the iceberg. Even these world-class applications are cliff-free with the ability to tap into Azure for even more advanced capabilities, or Microsoft Flow, to connect to vast array of other services, including competing services, who does that? Nobody else does that. Small Toys There is a growing number of enterprise organizations that are making the move to Microsoft Dynamics 365, as well as smaller organizations with complex needs. So if you are not an enterprise organization or have complex needs are you out of luck? Hardly. Microsoft has a path for every business. Let's jump to the other end of the spectrum to Micro-Businesses. 1-5, Make me Alive For a micro-business, I am going to first make an assumption that you are already an Office 365 customer. It's not a requirement, but it is a no-brainer, and opens up even more doors. Personally, I think the easiest place to get started with graduating from spreadsheets, is Microsoft Flow, hands down. A no-code solution for activating automated processes in your organization immediately. Microsoft Flow has hundreds of connections to other Microsoft and non-Microsoft services and tons of pre-built templates. From something as simple as grabbing an incoming email, and auto-replying with a Dropbox attachment, all the way through to multi-step, multi-path, multi-vendor processes spanning your entire organization. Remember, No Cliffs. Mid-Size Businesses Personally, I think the best place for a mid-sized business to start is with PowerApps. A low-code way of building simple to sophisticated apps, that are highly specific to your unique needs. If you want a head-start, check out RapidStartCRM. PowerApps can of course leverage Microsoft Flow, to supercharge your automation, all with no developers required. Level Up Once you have started collecting data and information with your applications, you may want to start adding a layer of intelligence over it so you can really get a tight handle on what's going on. This is where Power BI comes into play. Another low-code capability for gaining insights into your business at a level you probably never had before. Make a Pizza No matter where you begin, you can add any of the other ingredients, at any time, in any order, to any degree. Went big with Dynamics 365 right out of the gate? You can easy add a simple PowerApp for some other department with simpler needs. Or the other way around, started with a simple departmental PowerApp, you can easily add Dynamics 365 Connected Field Service to that. Extending Microsoft Flow with a PowerApp, or extending a PowerApp with Microsoft Flow... all possible, and easier than you think. How did this all happen? The big pivot, that really opened up all of this possibility, was the introduction of the "Common Data Service" (CDS). For most of you, this will be invisible, kind of like the engine in your car. But it is this Azure powered substrate that sits under everything I mentioned above, that lets you effortlessly snap in additional capabilities, and provides this "No Cliffs" evolution. While you don't have to even think about it, it is Microsoft's not-so-secret super sauce, that has competitors either worried, or wanting to join the Microsoft Party. Steve the Shill As I re-read this, I am realizing that I am sounding like a Microsoft Stooge. Really it is just my excitement with the possibilities overflowing onto this post, maybe as a result of my recent Summit attendance and an even  further crystallization in my head of the possibilities. I promise, I'll get back to poking Microsoft in the nose... when and if, they do anything that deserves it.    

On this week's podcast, Marcus sits down with Bill Sisson. Bill is the President and CEO of The Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce. Listen to this week's podcast to hear them talk about the State of Economy and the great vision and expansion Mobile is experiencing as we move into the new year! Bill: I'm Bill Sisson, president and CEO of the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce. Marcus: Yay! I'm really excited to have you on the podcast again. Bill: It's good to be here. Marcus: Yeah. I think it's about probably  since you came on last and I was very excited about some of the things that I heard in your State of the City. No, it was State of the Economy. Bill: State of the Economy, yeah. Marcus: Sorry. Mayor does the State of City, right? Bill: That's right. We have the State of the City and the State of the County and we do that once a year. Marcus: Yeah. And so I was very excited about some of the things that you were talking about that and I also just wanted to give you kind of a platform to talk about some of the initiatives that I know the Chamber was going to be taking on in 2019. Bill: I appreciate that. Marcus: Yeah because I have ... and he didn't ask me to do this but we have benefited greatly from being members of the Chamber and I cannot tell you just how important an asset they are to our area with the economic development that they do and all the platforms they give to small business owners all the ... just the wonderful programs like Emerging Leaders and stuff like that that they do for the business owners here. So if you are not a member of the Chamber, then please consider. We're members. I'm member of the Board of Advisors. I'm now, I guess- Bill: Coming on the Board of Directors. Marcus: Yeah, I'm going to be on the Board of Directors- Bill: Yeah. We appreciate that. Marcus: Here soon. Bill: Yeah. Marcus: And I'm really excited about what I'm seeing you all do and so I wanted to get you back on and have that conversation. Bill: Well, I appreciate that plug. You didn't have to do that but you're an ideal member too because you're entrepreneurial. You've also put your membership to work which I always tell people it's like anything else. You get out of it what you put in it and you've always been very, very involved and we appreciate that and so we're excited about your business in it, the type of business that you have growing here in this community. Marcus: Yeah. Bill: It's really important to us. Marcus: I think you and I had a discussion and I want to say it was like four or five years ago and just about Bluefish and the type of business that it was and I ... it was ... it made me, honestly, the conversation that I had with you made me change the focus of my business because at the time, I think, it was a distributed company. We had employees in West Virginia and some in Missouri and a couple of other folks that we used either in Canada or out in California. Bill: Yeah, I do remember. Marcus: And I just ... I made the realization that if I wanted to be a part of this community that I needed to look at it also from a job generating standpoint and so we changed. We started ... I moved one guy down from West Virginia that's Tad and we started hiring here locally and it's benefit us. So I appreciate it. Bill: Yeah, I remember you doing that and I was proud that you did that. I think that we need more and more businesses thinking that way, particularly as we develop the talent base here, attracting people and growing it here, I think, and we have a lot to sell. I mean, the quality of life and the cost of doing business here, the cost of living here. I think all of that kind of sells itself if you can get people down. Marcus: And as things are improving, it's making it easier and easier to justify in making those changes. Bill: Right. Marcus: But why do you ... I mean, we usually have a list of questions and I'm not going to necessarily go by the script because I think there are more interesting things to talk about but why don't you give some of the highlights of what you discussed in the State of the Economy. Bill: State of the Economy. It's one of my favorite events. Started that when I came back to the Chamber over five years ago and I like it because it give the community a snapshot of what local business, what they're feeling, thinking, how their business has been the previous year, and what they're thinking is on the horizon and I thought this year in particular, the survey results were interesting because they showed that the local business community is much more bullish about the economy than they are about the national economy, which I thought was interesting. I think it was 73% of the respondents felt that the economy would be in 2019 than it was in 2018. Marcus: And folks, he doesn't have his notes in front of him so he's off by a percentage, give him some grace. Bill: Yeah. Yeah, give me ... yeah, cut me some slack and I think it was, I want to say it was 57% felt that nationally things would be better. Both of those are good statistics but I think that three out of four here locally feeling that this year is going to be even a better year I thought was pretty telling. Marcus: So I have always felt that what a city needs is a cheerleader and a group people that are providing and casting vision and leading, not necessarily doing. It's not an execution thing. Although, there are some things like ... so when you look the mayor and to yourself, it's not necessarily that you're responsible for doing all the things but what you do have to do is you have to provide a positive attitude and a vision for what the city could be and I think as I look to what has happened with the city, with the leadership, over the last say four years or so and with what you've brought, I just ... I see that. I see that there's a cohesive vision, that there's a plan for moving forward instead of just saying, “Oh, everything's going to be better!” And I think that's why business owners feel like it's going to get better. Bill: Well, we have many sectors that are growing. I think that's something that is very, very positive in this economy here locally. A lot of communities would be thrilled to have one or two. One that was growing and we have quite a number and I think that people also realize that we've only really begun to see some of the benefits of the larger scale projects like an AirBus. We haven't really seen the effects of that yet and so I think that's what's exciting is knowing that that's going to continue to grow and expand and what's going on with our port and the container terminal and the logistics sector. That's one we all need to watch carefully because we've ... Walmart and Amazon have happened. Well, we're working a number of projects in our portfolio related to distribution and you only have to look at cities like Savannah that had an expanded container terminal and now they have, I think, it's over 30 distribution centers that have followed that expansion. Marcus: Because they don't mind being in the same place. Bill: Right. Exactly. Marcus: Yeah. Bill: Exactly. Marcus: I mean, if somebody else like a Walmart or an Amazon says, “No, we think it's good enough.” Well, guess what? Bill: Yeah and it's- Marcus: It's going to answer a lot of questions for all the other guys. Bill: It's like the clustering effect. I mean, it's like car dealerships. They all sort of cluster together, right? And they see their synergies and I think distribution centers see that as well. Plus, the fact that we do have such excellent logistics. We're an easy sell. Talk about shouting it from the rooftops. That's what we ... that's really our job at the Chamber and Economic Development is to make sure that these companies understand what our logistical advantages are and our other business assets here. Marcus: So I thought it was very interesting about AirBus with the Bombardier deal and I don't know if you remember any of the numbers based off of that of like what they're planning on doing there and when. Bill: Well, they'll have 400 additional jobs associated with the 220 and essentially what we see with this is the facility that we have currently for the 320 essentially will get another one for the 220. So we've doubled it and I think that these jobs numbers are probably pretty conservative. Marcus: They're ... 'cause they're already talking about doubling for the 320. Bill: Right, right. Marcus: So, yeah. Bill: And I think that ... I mean, it makes sense to manage people's expectations and we have always tried to do that related to this project because I think a lot of people felt like it would be like the Mercedes project in Tuscaloosa and then suddenly all of these suppliers came but it's different with aircraft because these are large pieces of equipment and they're building up their rate, five currently, I believe, and they'll continue to expand to 12 eventually and then now, with the 220, you have 12 additional aircraft per month ultimately and so then you start really thinking about how that spawns additional suppliers and service providers even though we've gotten many. We have 20 ... I think it's 21's the last count, that have come. They're small at this point. They'll grow with the AirBus facility but when you get to those sort of numbers, that critical mass is really important and so I think that this just accelerates everything. Marcus: What else would you like ... I mean, what else can we bring out from the State of Economy that was a highlight for you? Bill: It's not a surprise but the number one business concern of the business community was basically talent development, workforce development, keeping ... well, attracting and retaining workers. I mean, this rose to the top this year. Last year, it was sales issues. I think the people were concerned about the economy, where it was headed, and they also mentioned the last year that they were concerned about overburdensome regulations. Well, all of that went away and this year at the top, you had these workforce development issues and we know that. We know that with the unemployment rate being as low as it is and communities really competing to attract talent, that has to be a big focus of ours. Marcus: Well, I mean, it will serve to drive up salaries. Bill: It certainly will. Marcus: But I don't know. Like we've- Bill: But I've never apologized for that. I really don't. I mean, it's one of those things that our existing members, they are obviously concerned about that but if they think about it, that's the only way to really raise your standard of living and everybody's going to be doing better off. Marcus: Well and it needs to go up honestly. Bill: And that's, again, the only way to really affect the economy is to get those higher salaries and that's been the Chamber's focus has been really directing our efforts to recruit higher salary positions. Now, in some cases, these are trades positions or advanced manufacturing positions, blue collar versus white collar. A lot of white collar follows blue collar but the blue collar that we have really seen the job growth in in this community and in very high paying positions and so that's helped to raise the average salary in this region. Marcus: Yeah, I use the example of ... was it Austal was looking for a welders at one point in time and they may not be offering those now but at one point, they were offering almost a six figure salary and we're talking to, well, we're working with Bishop State and they have a truck driving school where after eight weeks, they don't guarantee it but almost everybody that's graduating out of that program is making $40,000.00 and within a couple of years, you can do six figures making ... if you're got a clean driving record, stay drug free, and don't do anything stupid, you can make a six figure salary there too. And those are all going to feed off of this distribution center and taking all the parts up northern Alabama to the plants that are up there and all the other things that are going on with transportation in this area. So yeah. Bill: And the other thing that people need to remember is that a lot of these advanced manufacturing positions, they're very high tech in nature. These are not ... well, I think Hallie McNair at the State of the Economy event, he's the manager at AMNS facility but he said it great when he said, “You know, I don't need people now who can lift things. I need people that, for example, are retired pilot. I need people that have technical skills” and that's people sometimes forget is that with advanced manufacturing, there's a real high tech nature to that work. Marcus: Yeah. You have to have at least a certain understanding of that. So one of the other things that I thought was extremely interesting from that talk that you did was you highlighted the ... and you may have used a different term but the microbusinesses, was that the term that you used? Bill: Yes. Microbusinesses. That came out of the feasibility study for Innovation Portal. Marcus: Ridiculous number! Bill: Yeah! Yeah. 29,000. 29,000 micro businesses. Marcus: When I saw that slide, I just ... Bill: [crosstalk 00:13:10] And this was a very extensive feasibility study that we had done by a consultant who does this work across the country for people that are applying for federal economic development administration grants. You basically get to prove your feasibility of what you're asking for, for what you're saying you're going to do and we did that with Innovation Portal but even he was blown away by the number of micro businesses that we have here in this market. I think he told us that typically, you would see 13 or 14,000 in market [crosstalk 00:13:43] this size. Right. And we had 29,000. What that says to me is that we have a lot of pent up entrepreneurial spirit in this community and so I think a lot of the things that are going on now, certainly businesses like yours that are rising to the occasion. I think that this entrepreneurial ecosystem's changing and I think it's a good thing. Marcus: No, I mean, we're seeing it too. And so one of the main reasons we started this podcast which you may be aware of but listeners may not is we wanted to give a platform to those smaller businesses and help shed a light on the awesome things that business owners are doing in Mobile. We wanted to join the championing ... in championing ... I don't know if that's a real word but we wanted to be cheerleaders for Mobile and all the cool things that people are doing. And so what we found is that as we start to get to the end of our network, like we'll ask some people and then lo and behold, there's this whole other group of people that we didn't even know existed that are business owners and blah, blah, blah, and then we talk to them and it's like it just keeps going and going and going. We're not in any danger of running out of people to talk to or things to talk about. But we also notice it with any of the networking events that we have like there's a lot of people that come out and I think one of the things that I've and I think I've talked to Todd about this on his episode just recently was for over a decade, a buddy of mine who now works with start-ups in Huntsville. For over a decade, we had been talking about the freelancer or solopreneur economy and that people were slowly making decision to either leave their cubicle job and go and start their own or they were ... they liked to bake cakes and so they were going to start baking wedding cakes or they were going to do whatever like earlier today, we talked to some folks and they've made a whole business out of basically Mardi Gras. And so, I mean, there's just ... whatever it is, it doesn't matter what it is. If there's an interest, then you can make a business surrounding it and it's never been easier now to have the assets that you need whether it's the software or the process workflow software or the financial software or whatever. It's never been cheaper or easier to get that stuff and so it's made it really easy for people to start these businesses- Bill: And that can certainly explain part of the kind of numbers that we've seen in this area related to those microbusinesses. That could very well be part of it is that it's easier now to be able to do those things out of our garage, out of your back bedroom. Marcus: Yeah, it's exciting to think about what that's going to look like in a couple of years with 29,000, not all of them make it, right? Bill: Of course not. Of course not but even if a fraction of them- Marcus: 10% of them- Bill: Right. I mean, that's exciting! Marcus: 2900 businesses. I mean, that's a huge number of businesses more mature than what we currently have. I mean, that's a huge- Bill: Well, I, like you, have been pleasantly surprised with the number of people that have sort of come out of the woodwork in this entrepreneurial space because like I said, just a mere three years ago, we had that feasibility study done. There are a lot of people working on this at the University at Bishop State, other entities, city county, everyone really wanting to foster entrepreneurship but I've been surprised and I know this market pretty well but I've been surprised at the people I meet that have these side businesses or have the desire or have an idea. Marcus: Or are moving back. Bill: Or are moving back and that is another key component to that talent development that needs to occur. Marcus: Now, I rudely interrupted your presentation at the smaller State of the Economy that you did for the executive round table and said one of the concerns that I have is that we have a lot of high school students that are going away to college and then they never come back because they don't see Mobile as a place where they can work on the exciting job that pays them well, that has all of the ... it's like, when you think about silly things like, “I'm a young 24 year old. I've got a good job. I want to get paid well and then I want to be able to use that money to have fun, go shopping, do all these things” and it's like some of that's starting to happen. I love the changes the company that bought Bel-Air Mall is making. I've been spending more time there in the last two months. Bill: Yeah, they've made it quite- Marcus: Then I did in the previous two years and it's much nicer. So I mean, it's going to be interesting to see how the landscape changes and whether we'll be able to do something to bring those people back 'cause I mean, I'd love to see some of that energy come back too 'cause those are the people that go into Innovation Portal with their ideas and start businesses that really kind of blow up in this area. Bill: Well, I think your point's well-taken. I mean, I think I mentioned this at the round table but my son who is a senior in college was mentioning to me, he was home for Christmas, and he said, “Gosh. I can't believe how much this has changed since I've been gone.” And I think those of us that are living here, it sort of has slowly happened and so we don't really quite notice how profound some of these changes downtown and as you mentioned, Bel-Air, and some of the new retail that's arrived, the restaurant scene. So much of that has changed in the last ... just a few years and so it was good for me to hear that from my son because, again, he only comes in periodically and so for him to notice that, I think, it tells us something. Marcus: Yeah. So what's the Chamber working on in 2019? I know you guys are never sitting on your hands so what other initiatives do you have for 2019 that you want to talk about? Bill: Well, two which I'm very excited about. We're having extensive research done in two areas: foreign direct invest to develop our trade strategy in a more focused approach, meaning that we've been doing trade missions at our Chamber for years and years and we typically help business build business abroad or business to business contact on those trade missions and we do this in partnership with the state of Alabama Department of Commerce but what we haven't done is done an overlay in those countries that we're visiting on those missions to make sure that there's not a targeted approach to economic development related to that particular country. As you know, a lot of our focus is typically on the air show side or the trade show side, developing relationships with site selection firms, getting to know suppliers and so forth for the sectors that are growing here but there's a real opportunity for entrepreneurial, smaller businesses that are in some of these foreign countries to introduce them to this market and so this foreign direct investment strategy, this research that we've had done and then will develop a strategy will be help us be much more razor focused on that international economic development. I don't know if you're aware but we're always in the top five for our size city metropolitan areas for foreign direct investment. We do a really good job of attracting foreign direct investment and that has been, I think, the key to seeing this economy do as well as has done but we want to continue doing that and want to take advantage the foreign direct investment that we've seen over the last few years. Marcus: For those that may not be aware and I know this may put you on the spot but for those that may not be aware, how does that manifest itself in this area? What's an example of that? Bill: Well, an example ... well, I guess the best way to put it is that's new money that's coming into your economy. If a business is doing business with somebody locally, money is basically shifting around. When you get foreign direct investment such as an AirBus investment in this community or an Austal out of Australia investment in this community, that is new capital- Marcus: AMNS is from- Bill: AMNS is [inaudible 00:22:18] and the [inaudible 00:22:19] to Japanese, European conglomerate. But yeah, that's new capital that's coming to the market and that's the way that you can grow your economy. There was an interesting New York Times article recently on how important foreign direct investment is and they were comparing cities in the US and they were highlighting Nashville as having done a really good job of foreign direct investment and that has led to a lot of their economic prosperity and then they were comparing Nashville to cities that size that had not done it and you could clearly see that that was the better economic path. Marcus: I was talking to Jared Boyd this past weekend and he has ... he's moved back to Memphis but he is a Memphis native and I said, “What the deal with Memphis and Nashville?” And one of the things that I found were very interesting 'cause I didn't know this was that Memphis and Nashville ... Memphis was actually a bigger city that Nashville was- Bill: I think not far. Marcus: Not too long ago. Bill: Yeah, not that long ago. Yeah. Marcus: And it was this foreign national investment that kind of changed things and also I think the city got its act together as far as how it marketed itself, not just to foreign nationals but also just to the geographic area around it but you've got now where I mean, they're talking about 70,000 people per year moving to Nashville from outside of that area and- Bill: Yeah, it's an insane amount. Marcus: Yeah. I mean, it's just become a massive metropolitan area and dwarfs Memphis by far. Bill: Extraordinarily so. Marcus: But so yeah, I can see that being a huge boom for Mobile. Bill: And I think that Nashville, they do have a cool factor which I think we have as well. We just haven't marketed it as well as they have and so that's something that we really need to all collectively work on. I mean, not just the Chamber but individuals speaking to people that are living in these other places and tell them what's going here and the history here and the location and the architecture and- Marcus: The food. Bill: The food. Marcus: Yeah, the cultural side of things between Mardi Gras and being close to the water and all the things you can do there, you know? Bill: And you know, it's ... of course I drank the kool-aid years ago but it's so true. Marcus: For those that don't know, he's not from here. Bill: Right, exactly. But my younger son who's a freshmen in college, one of the things he mentioned was, “You know, Dad I never realized how unique Mobile is” because he's now in school with people that are from the Midwest and no offense to the Midwest but more typical American cities and Mobile's not a typical American city, not by any means and so I think there's a real marketability to that. I mean, people are looking for those kind of cool, unique locations. Marcus: But I love that you say that's not just some ... it's not ... the city's responsibility. It's not your responsibility. It's not ... Visit Mobile's responsibility. It's all of our responsibility. I mean, like we've even taken up and we're not being paid for this. The website that this podcast resides on has things to do. It has a business directory of all the businesses that are going on. It has an events calendar of all the things that are happening and so we have seen- Bill: Yes, you have. Marcus: We've seen that we have to kind of take some ownership of helping the city become its best self and so we're investing in that. But you know- Bill: Well, you've done a good job of that and you, too, are not from here and you've adopted it, right? And you know what it's like once you've adopted something and I think- Marcus: I want to see it succeed. Bill: Absolutely! And I think even people that are natives, they need to start telling the story because one thing people do here is travel a lot. I have noticed that and so when they're out and about, they should be talking about what's going on here economically, culturally, and I think that that's going to help us to be able to attract the talent that we need. Marcus: You had and you may not ... I'm going to say something but I'm not going to require that you know this fact. So at one point in time in the Business View magazine, you had all of the current larger projects of renovation that were happening inside of downtown. I added it up. It was $185,000,000.00. And I can't believe that all that money is coming from here as well. I mean, is that ... are those ... do you know offhand? Is that some level of foreign investment too or is that still stateside and US investors? Bill: A lot of those investors are from out town, not necessarily foreign. Not necessarily foreign but that's a good thing too. Marcus: Yeah, no. Not at all. Not at all. I wasn't saying it was a bad thing. So I just found it very interesting that there's such a huge amount of money that's flowing into downtown for renovation and I know at some point in time, there will be, I mean, I have to wonder $185,000,000.00 that's a lot of renovation happening downtown, are people really going to live downtown? But I also have to say, like I'm living in Broadstreet Lofts and I was using the ... we have a little grill out in the community area that we can use and one of the other couples that lives in the apartment there came out and she was an older woman, very nice, and she said that she and her husband were from Nashville and that they had retired and that they had looked at all the cities along the coast and they decided that they still wanted to live in a city and that Mobile the place for them. And I just can't help but wonder 'cause we went to Nashville a couple of years ago and on the way back, traffic started at Franklin and didn't stop until Montgomery. Bill: Yeah, yeah. Marcus: Northbound so everybody was coming back from spring break and so I just can't help but think that all those people that are spending all their spring breaks and all their summer vacations and stuff like that coming down here. At some point in time, they're going to want to retire and that's going to start happening very quickly and they're going to be looking for a city life. Bill: I think you're exactly right. I think that what Mobile offers, really unique to this central Gulf Coast region, is a urban core which you really don't find that along the Mississippi coast. Certainly Pensacola has it as well but- Marcus: [crosstalk 00:28:53] To a certain extent but our downtown's bigger than Pensacola. Bill: To a certain but not as urban feeling as our urban core because we've been- Marcus: I mean, certainly New Orleans does but a lot of people don't want to put up with all the mess of New Orleans. You don't have to say a word 'cause I'm not going to get you in trouble but I'll say- Bill: No, I never downplay competitor cities because, I mean, that's just what they are. They're competitor cities. They're great cities and I'll add this very Chamber-esque comment, we need a strong New Orleans [crosstalk 00:29:25] on the Gulf Coast. Marcus: I love going over there and having a good meal or doing ... seeing some shows or something like that. Bill: But it's important to have that strong city there. No question about it. Marcus: So what else? What else have we not talked about that you kind of want to let people know is going on?  Bill: Well, in the area of this talent development, we do, at the Chamber, take this very seriously. I think that that is going to be the key to capitalizing on the economic development that we've seen over the last few years and so the ... I mentioned the foreign direct investment study and then the other big research that we're having done right now is on our talent. We want to know where we are currently, what that workforce looks like with that labor shed, they call it, looks like here, where the gaps are, and then we will be developing a strategy in the first quarter of this year to go out through universities and through other networks to capture back some of that talent, that as you mentioned earlier, has settled in other cities such as Charlotte, Nashville, Atlanta, cities where maybe they've had some very formative career years but they're ready to come back and I think that- Marcus: Maybe they're tired of the traffic or the expense or- Bill: The expense or maybe they're about to have children and they want to be close to family. Marcus: And they don't want to raise them in [crosstalk 00:30:57] ... yeah. Bill: And so I think that if we can really target those people and tell them that the story has changed as we were talking about it earlier, I think that we can be quite successful in getting them to come back. Marcus: Yeah. It's really good. All right, so I'm going to go back to the script. Any books, podcast people, or organizations that have been helpful in ... helpful to you in the last, say, six months? Bill: That's a good question. I think the most interesting thing that I'm reading right now is “The Start-up Nation” and I'm just impressed with what they've been able to do in Israel. I'm actually fortunate to be on the Committee of 100 for the US Chamber and they are taking a group of us to Tel Aviv this year to see that first hand and subsidized by the Israeli government but I think that we here, in Mobile, can learn a lot from what they have done. It's a country of what, six million people? And they have per capita the most start-ups of any country and so there's something cultural going on there and I think we can learn from that and I look forward to it, to learning more about that but the book, of course, has helped me prepare for that. Marcus: Yeah. Well, that's very good. And what do you like to do to unwind? Bill: Well, besides read? Marcus: Yeah. Bill: I actually am I pianist and I- Marcus: I did not know that. Bill: Yes I am and I've been really bad about not playing the piano just in these ... the last years of my boys being at the house, just one thing after ... their sports and so I've been trying to get back on it and trying to get my fingers moving again. So but I have to say, though, of most of the things that I do to unwind, that one probably helps me unwind the most. Whenever I go back to it, I realize, “Gosh, I was missing that.” Marcus: Right. Yeah, that's something that really kind of soothes your soul. Bill: Yeah, yeah. Marcus: So that's awesome. Well, I want to thank you again for coming on the podcast. To wrap up, any final thoughts or comments you'd like to share? Bill: Well, just I would end with saying, I think 2019's going to be a great year. I think I'm like those three out of four surveyed people that said that they felt like 2019 was going to be a good a year. I think it is. I think that there a lot of reasons for that and I look forward to seeing it and look forward to working with business leaders like you. Marcus: Yeah. No, I appreciate it. So Bill, I appreciate your willingness to sit with me and share some of the things that are going on here in Mobile. It's been great talking with you. Bill: Thank you! I appreciate. Marcus: Yeah.

In today's episode, we rejoin the conversation talking to Tony & Tina about #PayIn30, #Indie25ER and #PowerofPlenty. Microbusinesses represent 95% of the businesses in the UK.  Originally falling in the SME category, they have now been recognised as different entities with different needs to SMEs.  A microbusiness has between 0 and 9 employees with a turnover of less than £2m per year.  Co-founders of the MicroBizMatters movement, Tony Robinson OBE and Tina Boden, are passionate about providing support for microbusinesses, and making the most of the power of plenty.  You can find out more about the day itself at microbizmatters.co.uk

Microbusinesses represent 95% of the businesses in the UK.  Originally falling in the SME category, they have now been recognised as different entities with different needs to SMEs.  A microbusiness has between 0 and 9 employees with a turnover of less than £2m per year.  Co-founders of the MicroBizMatters movement, Tony Robinson OBE and Tina Boden, are passionate about providing support for microbusinesses, and making the most of the power of plenty.  They started their movement with Enterprise Rocks on a beach in Scarborough in January 2012. Realising they needed a focal point, the idea of day to focus on all things microbusiness came about and is MicroBizMatters. MicroBizMatters Day is a day for recognition, learning and action for all microbusiness owners, suppliers and customers - it is not about selling!  It is always held the 2nd Friday of the New Year and is in it's 5th year.  While there is a live event - this year in Hull - it is a social media event allowing you to participate wherever you may be. The event is led by the extremely knowledgeable, passionate (and entertaining!) co-founders Tina Boden and Tony Robinson OBE. Find out more at microbizmatters.co.uk This podcast is part of a special 7 day prelude to Season 3 of Bridging Gaps - the Business Podcast

This week I am in conversation with Tony Robinson OBE.  Tony is a champion of Micro Businesses and, along with his business partner, co-founded the #MicroBizMatters movement along with Tina Boden. Tony talks about his life generally but also his show The Micro Myths and Magic Show. He is a strong advocate for all micro business owners and feels he is doing exactly what he wants to be doing. He has been working for himself for 32 years. An author (Freedom from Bosses Forever) and really, an incredibly varied and full life! We talked about: The atmosphere and bravery that provide great inspiration when running marathons (he had just finished the Great North Run when we spoke and was scheduled to run the Yorkshire marathon) The many aspects of his life - writing, speaking, supporting micro businesses, running, sport, guitars, theatre, opera, hats and so much more The Pay in 30 days campaign What is a Micro Business and how important it is to recognise them separately to SMEs A little bit on magic and the $1,000,000 reward if, under scientific conditions, it can be proved that you are psychic, really bending spoons, etc! Founder of SFEDI Separating the snakes from the ladders Finding your own way and your own success MicroBizMatters day (11-Jan-2019) Tony can be contacted on: Twitter:       www.twitter.com/tonyrobinsonobe Web:           www.tonyrobinsonobe.com Wikipedia:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Charles_RobinsonAbout Your Host - Debra Levitt Starting and running your own podcast can be a daunting venture. The Podcast Launcher takes you through the process, guiding you from start to finish to that you can get your voice and your message to their ears in the most straightforward way possible! I provide a full range of Podcast Concierge services to ensure that the getting your podcast out on a regular schedule is efficient and professionally managed. Phone: +44 (0) 1344 289985 Email:  debra@bridginggaps.uk 

Alyce Herndon and Reona Wise discuss resources provided by Grace Hill Women’s Business Center to aid entrepreneurs and micro-business owners.

In a follow-up to Episode #87, Steve Slaunwhite dives deeper into the strategies and tips for working with micro-businesses.

"I think I had done what I wanted to do out of that. I didn't feel like I needed to prove myself in anythig so I think I could take more risks. It didn't really matter in a personal sense at that time. It matters enormously to me now but in that sense it was a bit of an experiement and if it didn't work then there was plenty of consulting out there, etc..it gave me some freedom to think about it in that way." On today's show I welcome Ed Molyneux, founder of Freeagent. Microbusinesses constitute 98% of all businesses, and most of them hate having to manage their finances. Meet Ed Molyneux, former RAF figher pilot turned Freeagent founder, an online accounting system for freelancers and small businesses like you and me. Ed originally trained with the US Airforce in Texas before two tours of duty in the Balkans with the RAF. He left to set up as a defence technology consultant, beore becoming frustrated with the lack of bookeeping software for small businesses and finally getting a tax bill at the end of the year, which came as a bit of a shock. Fast forward to 2018 and Ed has now floated Freeagent on the AIM, raising over £10 million and prior to that raised £9 million through a combination of crowdfunding, angel investment and bank loans. We talk risk, growth and of course...fighet jets. Let's startup! 

Microbusinesses

Steve Slaunwhite talks with Juliet Austin on writing for micro-businesses — those with less than $2 million in sales and less than 10 employees. The opportunity might surprise you.

Microbusinesses have been a way to help the poor raise themselves out of poverty for thousands of years. In 3rd world countries, it still works. We'll discuss how we can use it in Canada.

Microbusinesses are a proven job-creation vehicle and promote economic growth. An Association for Enterprise Opportunity (AEO) report suggests their size and impact has implications for local economic development. Kim Alleyne, at AEO, provides highlights from the report in this Economic Development podcast.

Tyler Price is no stranger to failure, but the success of Austin Kade Academy has been a major achievement for him and his wife, Allison. Tyler's newest venture, Be the Maven, offers a mobile app solution for his niche and by design will be customized in the future to other micro businesses. Tyler discusses openly his strategy for the development of this product, as well as sound principles that he has learned from his career. As a bonus, Tyler's recent TEDx talk, The Importance of Failure, is available on the show notes page of this interview at outliermagazine.co.

Micro-Businesses for Teens and Running a Homeschool Co-Op Carol Topp, CPA is an author and accountant specializing in tax preparation, small/micro business accounting, and nonprofit accounting. She is also a retired homeschool mom. After homeschooling for 14 years, both of her daughters are now in college. Carol is the is the author several books including...

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Ron P. Wacks, CEO, Microbusiness Strategies Group of Companies and President Emeritus, American Association of Microbusinesses joins me for a rich discussion on how the evolving enterprise can leverage the power of the microbusiness supplier.

Ron P. Wacks, CEO, Microbusiness Strategies Group of Companies and President Emeritus, American Association of Microbusinesses joins me for a rich discussion on how the evolving enterprise can leverage the power of the microbusiness supplier.

In this episode, we speak with Winock Solar on how they are deploying solar systems for microbusinesses in Nigeria. We talk about the challenges to solar adoption in Nigeria and what the opportunities are for solar entrepreneurs.Recorded in 2019