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Nurture Small BusinessHow Hidden Brain Patterns Sabotage SuccessWhat if the real reason high-achieving leaders plateau has nothing to do with drive, strategy, or mindset—but something deeper, hardwired into the brain’s survival instincts? In this episode, our host Denise Cagan is joined by a fascinating guest, and together they uncover the invisible ceiling that holds leaders back, even when they’re doing everything right. Mitch Weisburgh, creator of the Mind Shifting Method, joins the show to discuss his innovative approach to revealing how unconscious survival patterns sabotage success. He explains how leaders can rewire their internal operating system to lead, decide...
2025-08-1925 min
Nurture Small BusinessAI and a CEO Mindset Result in the 7-Figure Hey Kareen App BusinessWant to learn how to stop trading hours for dollars? Join us as we chat with Kareen Walsh, a visionary business strategist, author, and podcaster who helps entrepreneurs turn their vision into 7 figure businesses. Learn how she cloned herself with AI, leveraging cutting-edge technology to create an app that delivers her coaching expertise on-the-go—the innovative Hey Kareen App! In our latest episode she joins our host Denise Cagan to share her insights on: Breaking free from the "trading time for money" trap. Developing a CEO mindset to scale your business. Building a conscious business that aligns w...
2025-01-2829 min
Nurture Small Business3 Reasons Why You May Want to Fire a ClientTired of feeling drained by difficult clients? Sometimes, letting go is the best way to grow! Listen now as our host Denise Cagan shares her candid insights on a topic many small business owners avoid: firing clients. It certainly may seem daunting and even counterintuitive; after all, we all want MORE clients, which means more business! But what if some clients are actually hurting your organization? In this episode, Denise explores 3 key reasons why parting ways with a client might be the smartest move. Ready to build a prosperous business with a client roster you LOV...
2024-12-1909 min
Nurture Small BusinessDon´t get scammed! Navigating The Current Job Market SafelyThink you landed your dream job? A few weeks ago, a very excited young woman contacted Denise Cagan regarding an email she received from Denise's company offering her a very attractive position. The problem was that her company was being impersonated! In this episode, Denise explores how today's increasing reliance on technology has made the job market a prime target for cybercriminals. These constantly evolving threats are having a negative impact on both job seekers and businesses. Want to learn practical advice about the tactics used by online imposters to target individuals seeking new opportunities and companies lo...
2024-10-1509 min
Nurture Small BusinessFrom Data to Decisions: How Organizational Psychology Transforms LeadershipJoin us in this fascinating conversation with Dr. Sandy Fiaschetti, founder and managing partner of Lodestone People Consulting. She is an expert in organizational psychology, specializing in leadership development, assessment, and coaching. Her focus is on optimizing people-related systems, including organizational culture, employee engagement, talent management, and executive coaching. In this episode, Dr. Fiaschetti joins our host Denise Cagan to share valuable insights. They discuss how organizations can identify, develop, and place the right leaders to achieve their strategic objectives. Click play and discover the importance of a data-driven, customized, and holistic approach to leadership development. Learn h...
2024-09-1731 min
Nurture Small BusinessLet Go and Say Yes: Travel, Branding, and Beyond with Meg SeitzImagine you could pack one backpack with life lessons, not textbooks. What would you fill it with, and where would you travel to learn them? From Northern Ireland, Bermuda, Vienna, and more, today’s guest has learned many valuable life lessons on her worldwide adventures. Meet Meg Seitz, Founder and CEO of toth shop, a communications agency that focuses on the human and holistic approach to branding, marketing, and communications. Meg is also the author of “You Are Something New,” a 10-chapter book reflecting on her personal and career experiences over the last 20 years. She encourages letting go, trustin...
2024-05-0636 minNurture Small BusinessProfits with Purpose: Building a Sustainable Social EnterpriseIn a world where profits often take precedence, how are business leaders embracing their social responsibilities? Today’s guest has donated over four million bras globally, making essential items accessible while promoting environmental sustainability. Elaine Birks-Mitchell, CEO of The Bra Recyclers focuses on circular economy principles by recycling and reusing bras to prevent landfill waste. Recognizing a community need, Elaine balances social impact with sustainable business practices. Beyond The Bra Recyclers, Elaine mentors students on social entrepreneurship and plans to offer consulting services on zero waste initiatives soon. In this episode, Elaine and Denise dive deep into data-driven sus...
2024-04-2228 minNurture Small BusinessDenise's Opinions: Mastering Your Business Financial Plan with Budgets, Forecasts, and a VisionAre you a spontaneous spender, a meticulous planner, or something in between? As an entrepreneur, mastering the art of budgeting and forecasting is essential to your business’s success. In 2024, you likely have goals in mind such as income targets, client acquisition, or profitability. In this episode of Denise’s Opinions, Denise shares the difference between a budget and a forecast and how to use each plan effectively. Denise emphasizes the importance of embracing data despite its intimidating nature and highlights how data is the foundation for effective financial decisions. Understand the alliance between budgeting and forecasting and lear...
2024-01-2218 minNurture Small BusinessDenise’s Opinions: Employee Values in a New EraIn the wake of significant changes witnessed in recent years, a remarkable shift in the workforce has unfolded. With the retirement of Baby Boomers and a rise in Gen Z workers, businesses must really consider what employees value. Join Denise as she dives into the current trends in the workforce, shedding light on their effects on both employees and employers. Denise explores the positive and negative aspects of workforce trends, such as the rise of remote and hybrid work models. She emphasizes how these new approaches can enhance overall well-being while also acknowledging their potential impact on m...
2024-01-0815 minNurture Small BusinessDenise’s Opinions: Navigating Employment TrendsFrom employment trends such as the Turnover Tsunami to the Great Reshuffle to the Great Stay, employers have seen a lot of changes in the employment market over the last few years. Though many of these types of changes are out of your hands, there are some things your company can control. Explore past and present employment trends and learn how to take back the driver’s seat in an ever-changing employment market in this episode of Denise’s Opinions! Denise discusses how changing circumstances and job market fluctuations can impact employee decisions. She provides tips for emplo...
2023-07-1713 minNurture Small BusinessDenise’s Opinions: How Remote and Work-From-Home Models Have Impacted Our Mental HealthRemote work and work-from-home models have transformed our lives for the better in many ways. It has also impacted our mental health. In this episode of Denise’s Opinions, Denise looks at the positive and negative impacts of remote work on our mental health. Mental health in the workplace has been a hot topic for a few years now, and we still do not completely understand the effects that the pandemic and shift to remote and hybrid work have had on businesses and people. There is a mixed bag of information on both sides that has pros and...
2023-06-2613 minNurture Small BusinessDenise’s Opinions: Ally with Women-Owned Small BusinessesThe Small Business Administration (SBA) has a 5% goal to contract with women, yet 44% of small business owners are women. That doesn’t add up! Ultimately, the government is failing female business owners. So, how do we take a stand for these small business owners? By allying together. In today’s episode of Denise’s Opinions, Denise stirs the pot, sharing her beliefs surrounding how we, including herself, have failed in allying for women-owned businesses. She cites the challenges of the certification process along with the lack of understanding of program requirements by federal contracting agencies. Denise also suggest...
2023-06-1208 minNurture Small BusinessThe Psychology Behind Our Money-Making DecisionsDoes human psychology prevent business owners from budgeting and forecasting to meet their business and personal financial goals? That’s the question of the episode today as Financial Strategist, Yasnay Montalvo, discusses how our minds influence our finances. Yasnay talks about the Profit First methodology and how it affects our decision-making. Through sharing unique techniques to bring nonverbal communication to the surface, she identifies how you can evaluate your decisions when it comes to your finances. Your experiences are what drive you to make choices in your business, especially when it comes to money. It's a psychological jou...
2023-06-0526 minNurture Small BusinessDenise's Opinions: Why Business Owners Need a VacationStudies have shown that nearly 50% of business owners do not take vacations. Do you fall into this category? Intentionally stepping away from the office is important for your mental health and can reduce stress. If you haven’t guessed by now, today’s episode of Denise’s Opinions is all about why business owners need to take the time to disconnect from their companies. Fear of missing out (FOMO) and an ingrained hustle mentality can make it difficult to step away. Denise shares her suggestions on how to empower key employees so you can step away, what outsour...
2023-05-2909 minNurture Small BusinessA Sales Idea that SticksOne of the top fears business owners have is selling. Will your products or services market well? Will you make enough money? We are here to put those fears to rest! In this episode, uncover the hidden key to increasing your sales as my guest discusses the importance of understanding human behavior and how it coincides with your company's sales. Meet James Bond, a leading behavioral management specialist and today’s expert guest. James brings to the conversation a variety of knowledge on strategies for effective communication and presentation: including the power of asking questions, how to str...
2023-05-2236 minNurture Small BusinessDenise’s Opinions: Pay Transparency Laws and Your Obligations as a Business OwnerPay transparency laws are changing in some states. Is your state one of them? Get in the know and learn the importance of staying up to date on these laws in states where your company does business! When dealing with pay transparency, it is a good idea to seek legal and HR advice, review compensation practices and employee handbooks, and communicate openly with employees about their compensation. Managers and leaders need to be prepared to have these conversations as well as be prepared to meet the legal requirements in the places we do business, which in some s...
2023-05-1507 minNurture Small BusinessInsight Into Accessing CapitalIf your business is booming and you’re looking to expand, chances are you’re going to need access to capital. So, how hard, or easy, is it for a business owner to obtain money and resources when growing their business? My guest today is here to answer this BIG question! Meet Mark Ritter, the CEO of MBFS, a credit union organization that specializes in providing loan services to credit unions, so they can provide crucial loans to people in their community. To say the least, Mark is the man when it comes to better understanding loans. Take...
2023-05-0822 minNurture Small BusinessTransforming Your Organization Begins with the PeopleChange is inevitable. But does it start with your organization or the people within it? With 70% of initiatives failing due to resistance from employees, organizational change must begin with preparing your team for change. My guest today is here to help better equip you to lead your team through organizational change! Brian Gorman, of Transforming Lives.Coach, joins me to discuss the need for grieving and letting go during change, as well as the personal changes that can come with it. He shares models for building trust, communication methods, the importance of adjusting perception during change, and m...
2023-04-2522 minNurture Small BusinessDenise’s Opinions: Cross-functional Brand AlignmentAs your business grows, areas of your business must evolve with it. So, it’s important to reevaluate key areas of your business to ensure they still align with your business’s goals. But what exactly are you supposed to look at? In this episode of Denise’s Opinions, Denise unboxes her take on just that by breaking down the components of cross-functional brand alignment. The conversation doesn’t stop after the episode ends either. Denise wants to hear what you have to say! Reach out to her at pr@dcavirtual.com to set up a virtual coffee me...
2023-04-1808 minNurture Small BusinessEmpowering Front-facing Employees for Outstanding Customer SatisfactionYour customer service is the face and voice of your business. It has the power to make or break your clients’ experience. My guest today is an expert when it comes to properly training and empowering front-facing employees to handle customer inquiries and complaints. Beverly Hathorn, owner of Strategic HR Consultants , is a customer satisfaction guru with over 25 years of experience managing and developing teams. She looks at company culture, team collaboration, communication, and unity to spot opportunities for improvement to make a better journey for her clients. Join the conversation to learn about the impo...
2023-04-1022 minNurture Small BusinessDenise's Opinions: How to Effectively Approach Downsizing & LayoffsNobody likes to hear the words downsizing or layoff when it pertains to business. As we all know, though, stuff happens. So, how do you handle it when it does? There may not be a definite answer to this question, but there are experienced opinions. And this episode is full of them! Denise opens up about her past encounters with internal business restructuring, the anxiety that those what ifs can cause, practical recommendations on how businesses can address tough situations, and the importance of transparency and inclusion when laying off positions. About Your Host...
2023-04-0312 minNurture Small BusinessGetting Down and Dirty in Your Business Operations with Victoria PelletierVictoria Pelletier, nicknamed the Turnaround Queen due to her tenaciousness when parachuting into distressed markets or business. She has a passion for building strong leadership teams that foster company culture. Her process shows leadership teams how to attract and retain talent, create a strong employee value proposition, be clear with employees about what success looks like, measure performance holistically, and build trust with direct reports. Victoria’s experiences span 20 years and include operations, mergers and acquisitions, and organizational turnarounds. Learn how Victoria overcame Imposter Syndrome early on in her career. This podcast touches on so many topics tha...
2023-03-2726 minNurture Small BusinessDenise's Opinions: ChatGPT in BusinessDo you use artificial intelligence (AI) in your business? Should you be using it? Will Al replace our need for human positions in the workplace? In this episode, Denise paves the way to an open, question-evoking conversation on the history of Al and its many capabilities. Al is a technology component built to think like we think, but how does it work? Denise shares her opinions and research on ChatGPT, using Al for hiring processes, and the effects of Al on human positions in the workplace, and more! Keep the conversation going by emailing Denise at...
2023-03-2010 minNurture Small BusinessIt Has Been 23 Years Since Reauthorization of the SBA – What Now?The Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 by President Eisenhower and has not been reauthorized since 2000. Congress is currently considering reauthorizing the SBA. My guests today provide an exclusive behind-the-scenes pass on what modernizations to the SBA might look like and the importance of small business owners having a voice in Washington!Janetta King, Regional Director for GS 10,000 Small Businesses Voices, and Dane Stangler, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Bipartisan Policy Center, have formed a partnership centered around policy research recommendations for small business owners. Learn about capital resources you may not have even known...
2023-03-1337 minNurture Small BusinessDoes Your Team Allow You to Confidently Step Away from Your Business?Want to be able to step away from your business without feeling like it will implode? I know I do! As a small business owner, it can be challenging to implement a healthy work-life balance. The key is to build a strong team and empower them to step into their greatness. Learn the inner workings of inspired leadership and how to put processes in place that set your business up to thrive, even if you aren’t there. Kerry-Ann Powell, the founder of Trafalgar Strategies, is an expert at solidifying the life you want to live...
2023-02-1329 minNurture Small BusinessBuild Your Business to be Scalable & Sellable!We all know you can’t build a car while driving it, but you can rebuild your business while running it. Does your business lack consistency? Do you feel stuck? Or maybe you need help restructuring your role so that things don’t fall apart when you’re not around? Today’s guest is an expert when it comes to shaking up the old way of doing things in order to build your business to be scalable and sellable! Tyler Horsley is the owner of Nuclear Networking, a business growth agency that reached the top 5% on the INC 5000...
2023-01-3035 minNurture Small BusinessA Novel Idea: Short Stories for the Busy Business OwnerEver dreamed of writing your own book, but the responsibilities of everyday life seem to make that dream impossible? Or maybe you like to read, but never actually finish a book because something always seems to interrupt? Yeah, me too. Today’s guest has a solution to this literature problem! Mike Capuzzi, a nonfiction book coach and publisher for business owners, shares how you can extract important nuggets of information to create engaging, concise content that doesn't take weeks to read. He calls these types of books SHOOKS (short books). Designed to be read cover to cover in...
2023-01-1623 minNurture Small BusinessAll About the MoneyIt is all about the money in this episode. Do you have a financial guide or someone in your corner? Today’s guest, Rylan Kimler of Net Profit CFO, is the ultimate behind-the-scenes guy when it comes to backing your company’s finances. He makes cents of everything from balance statements to EBITDA to profit and loss. This chat is sure to spark your interest... literally! About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organi...
2023-01-0225 minNurture Small BusinessThis is How We Do It 🎵 at DCA Virtual – 2022 RewindIt is out with the old for our year-end Nurture Small Business final podcast episode. Deanne Duncan and Samantha Robbins, our fearless leaders here at DCA Virtual Business Support, join me as we chat about what we’ve learned from 2022. There were many lessons that we hope you also find valuable. Culture shifts, personal growth from adversity, and growing pains retaining our remote team. We’ll tell you about the survey we developed that totally revamped our New Hire Orientation process to create more stability. The duo shared their favorite podcast episodes. Both centered around mental health and p...
2022-12-2626 minNurture Small BusinessYou’re Measuring the Wrong KPIsDoes your sales team have the autonomy and skill to identify your ideal client? And once identified, are they zeroing in on those ideal customers rather than spending time doing less profitable activities? Today’s guest, Patrick Kagan of PK Solutions Group, puts forward the concept that your sales improve with proper alignment. Aligning actions with your vision can improve your sales trajectory by 10%. That is significant for any small business. Not sure how? Listen in to learn more about how to identify the unique metrics for your business. Find out how to dig through the layers and...
2022-12-1931 minNurture Small BusinessHow ReZolveX is Revolutionizing Workplace CultureSmall businesses experience a host of employee challenges: The Great Resignation, Quiet Quitting, and now, Quick Quitting. Leadership is left to battle a toxic work culture – sometimes created by the business, and sometimes inherited. How do we listen better to our employees and respond to issues? How do we create a work environment that employees want to be a part of? Today’s guest, Stuart Berman, is the co-founder of RSA Risk Management and Investigations and ReZolveX.com. Their highly trained agents listen to and investigate employees’ concerns from a smart phone app. The process is fact-focused and giv...
2022-12-1225 minNurture Small BusinessYour Company Culture Can’t Grow with a Stinky FishA company culture, like a garden, is cultivated by everyone. With the proper setup, cultures can flourish and grow in the right direction. Gustavo Razzetti, CEO of Fearless Culture, shares his methods for laying the groundwork for a growth-oriented culture. Start by throwing out those “stinky fish;” problems within the organization that only get more rotten the longer they are ignored. Next, don’t mistake busyness for productivity. A toxic culture can turn simple processes into long, stressful ordeals. Learn more about healthy culture adjustments and check out Gustavo’s book Remote Not Distant. There, you’ll fin...
2022-12-0531 minNurture Small BusinessWhat To Do When Trust Breaks Down in Your BusinessOnce trust is lost, it’s difficult to get it back. How can business owners foster trust and open communication with their teams? Shantera Chatman, President of PowHer Consulting, returns to the show to teach us how. Shantera works with businesses of all stripes to pinpoint cultural gaps and communication breakdowns. Her immersive experiences and guided listening sessions have helped strengthen teams and set them on the path to positive change. Find out how empathetic listening can repair bridges in your organization. Don’t forget to check out our last talk with Shantera on Women’s Equali...
2022-11-2826 minNurture Small BusinessHow TrackMage Makes E-commerce Fulfillment EasyErrors in shipping and fulfillment can seriously drain your business’s budget and your customers’ patience. That’s why Irina Poddubnaia created TrackMage, a software that automatically corrects many points of failure in the e-commerce experience. After operating a fulfillment center in China, Irina found that typical methods of supply chain management needed an update. Quality features like customer contact info verification and real-time tracking are taking the headache out of the customer experience. Find out how Irina developed TrackMage, how it’s reducing the impact of failed deliveries, and how to get your e-commerce business off the ground. Be s...
2022-11-2129 minNurture Small BusinessCelebrating Iconic Women in BusinessWhen professional women inspire and uplift each other, they can accomplish incredible things. Tonia DeCosimo, President and Editor-in-Chief of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine, is dedicated to recognizing and empowering women in business. From celebs and icons to everyday working women, P.O.W.E.R. gives them a platform to network and share their achievements. Tonia has interviewed some truly remarkable women, including stars like Susan Lucci, Gloria Gaynor, and Christie Brinkley! Hear about Tonia’s interview stories, along with her tips for connecting with celebrities. The next awards gala will be held May...
2022-11-1417 minNurture Small BusinessPaccurate: The Next Step in Supply Chain SustainabilityHave you ever considered the labor, emissions, and cost of a package delivered to your doorstep? With the explosion of online shopping since the pandemic began, supply chain sustainability is a huge concern. CEO of Paccurate James Malley has made it his mission to optimize packing and reduce emissions from shipping. Paccurate is a digital solution to wasted packaging and shipping labor. Their software has saved acres of cardboard and millions of dollars in distribution costs. Listen to find out how their AI-driven software works and the impact it’s having on retail shipping. About Your Hos...
2022-11-0723 minNurture Small BusinessAngel Investors: Partner Up by Conquering Your Money AnxietyRarely do women deal with the monster that money is in their heads. What is the money monster? Listen as business consultant Olivia Jaras takes us through an exercise that uncovers your feelings about money. Until you start owning how you relate to money, you will have limited success with funding your business and approaching investors. Olivia strongly recommends reaching out directly to those who could be an asset to your company and creating partnerships. Partnerships are more than just money; they’re also resources and connections. Rather than directly asking for funds, approach potential partners with you...
2022-10-3131 minNurture Small BusinessA Mission of Safety: Good for Consumers and BusinessWhen you put your company mission first, it will shape every facet of your business. That’s how Ryan Margolin, CEO of Professional Hair Labs, grew his family business to the industry exemplar it is today. Pro Hair Labs began with two words in mind: consumer safety. This value made such a splash in the company that its ripples are still felt throughout the beauty industry. Their integrity has informed every business decision. Choosing to follow the strict EU manufacturing guidelines, even when distributing in the US, and taking swift action against counterfeiters being chief among them. Find out ho...
2022-10-2424 minNurture Small BusinessStressLess and Grow Your Business MoreLet’s be honest: the state of the world can feel like a dumpster fire. The pressure entrepreneurs face to maintain a business, a family, and our own lives can build up to a mountain of stress. And when stress snowballs into illness, we can’t always afford that sick day. Ellen Leonard, stress management consultant, knows what that’s like. She’s developed the StressLess Method Ⓡ for business owners to take control of their mental health. Learn how to keep stress from spilling over, and how to help your team do the same. Be sure to check out E...
2022-10-1731 minNurture Small BusinessHow to Incorporate Gen Z Into Your Company’s TechnologyHackers are finding more creative ways to hold your data hostage every day. To keep them at bay and protect your business, every team member needs to be in the know about your security plan. Denis O’Shea, founder of Mobile Mentor, sheds light on what dramatic changes in business tech could mean for you. Once central to security, passwords are phasing out in favor of multi-factor authentication and biometrics. As our tools and technology evolve, so do workers’ perceptions of data protection. Years of data show that personal privacy is one of the biggest concerns of many Gen Z wo...
2022-10-1025 minNurture Small BusinessNew Tech Tango Makes Process Documenting EasyAre you ready to save hours on documentation? Ken Babcock is making it much easier for business owners to document procedures with Tango. His company has developed a browser extension that automatically records your process, step by step, so you don’t have to worry about the details. Inspired by his experience at Uber with quick growth and turnover, Ken cares deeply about making knowledge sharing simple. What are you waiting for? Listen now and cut down on time consuming procedures!About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President Denise Cagan has been wor...
2022-10-0323 minNurture Small BusinessRewire Your Brain for PositivityResearch shows that your mindset creates your reality. Did you know 90% of your thoughts are the same each day, and many can be negative? What if you could turn those thoughts into positive ones? Elizabeth Louis is a mental health therapist who teaches her clients positive psychology skills. She has healed from trauma and created a positive mindset for herself, and you can too. It all starts with changing the language of your thoughts and focusing on your goals. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President Denise Cagan has been working with sm...
2022-09-2620 minNurture Small BusinessGet Your Time Back With The 30 Minute HourIf you had two extra hours each day, how would you spend them? As business owners, it’s easy to get stuck working in your business instead of on it. Between last minute meetings, projects and errands, how do you make time for yourself? Blaine Oelkers, America’s only Chief Results Officer®️, is an expert in unlocking productivity and building great habits. With clever planning, some mental shortcuts, and a willingness to say no, you can start getting your time back. Get a full recording of Blaine’s TEDx Talk, What You Think About, You Bring About, along with...
2022-09-1934 minNurture Small BusinessFrom No Listeners to a Massive FollowingAs one of the top podcasters worldwide, Jeremy Ryan Slate has faced a rocky road to get where he is today. Rather than being discouraged by past hurdles, he took valuable lessons from each adventure. Now, his show Create Your Own Life is listened to by millions! Sitting comfortably in the iTunes Top 100, Jeremy has attributed his success to smart social media marketing. He shares some hard-won knowledge with us that has helped him promote both his show and his PR firm, Command Your Brand. Finding your niche, tailoring your content to different platforms, and targeting ads t...
2022-09-1230 minNurture Small BusinessHer Business is Elevating Black AuthorsEditors can turn an author’s vision into a masterpiece. But sometimes, it takes the right kind of editor to understand the author’s intent. That’s why CaTyra Polland specializes in editing the works of Black writers. Every author she works with gets the care and attention their story deserves. To CaTyra, her work is a service to the Black community, elevating their voices and experiences. Catyra’s podcast Editor Knows Best is filled with writing tips and interviews with accomplished authors. Give it a listen!About Your Host DCA Virtual Bu...
2022-09-0529 minNurture Small BusinessSpeaking To Promote Your Small BusinessThere is an art to being memorable when you speak. Having the right conversation can create lasting relationships with clients. This week, become a memorable speaker with LeeAnn Shattuck, aka The Car Chick. We discuss her history in podcasting and radio, racing and selling cars, and how improv helps businesses. Speaking doesn’t just improve your self-esteem, but also builds your business’s trust factor. We can all learn to speak more confidently and listen more intently. For all things buying, selling, and driving cars, check out LeeAnn’s podcast The Straight Shift!About Your Ho...
2022-08-2928 minNurture Small BusinessBusiness Expansion – From No Plan to Multiple LocationsYou don’t necessarily need a five year plan for business expansion. As we’ll learn this week, you might not need a plan at all! Matt Davis, the founder of Davis Business Law, rolled up his sleeves to tackle unexpected challenges in expanding his firm. The once fledgling law firm is now well on its way to meeting the goal of 30 locations by 2030. His hands-on approach and careful attention to metrics helped cultivate his growth plan which started as no plan at all. By dealing with business vulnerabilities as they come, they stay in the zone of opportunity. ...
2022-08-2228 minNurture Small BusinessHealthy Habits for Business OwnersYour body is your temple; treat it as such! Sedentary environments and chaotic eating schedules can wreak havoc on a person’s body. This week, rediscover wellness with us and Elizabeth Colen, owner of MsFitOne. We discuss total wellness, her personal fitness journey, and strategies to recharge your health. As Elizabeth always says, if you’re not taking care of your body, you’re not taking care of your business. Learn how you can beat bad habits and make better choices for your health.About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President Denise Cagan h...
2022-08-1539 minNurture Small BusinessRecession Proofing Your BusinessWatch the full video podcast on YouTube here!The 2020 market crash is still fresh in our minds. Many business owners want to plan for the worst-case scenario, but they are also hoping for something better. Inspired by Big Debt Crises by Ray Dalio, Colin Bowman uses data from past recessions to advise today’s businesses. Colin is a business advisor with Cultivate Advisors who has advised businesses in over 28 industries, including ones on the Inc 500 Fastest Growing Businesses list. He joins us this week to share some of his research and inspire us in a time of unc...
2022-08-0835 minNurture Small BusinessSo You Want to Start a Podcast?In the new media landscape, podcasting has become the name of the game, and many people are playing it in different ways and at different levels. As a business owner or creator, it can be difficult to break into the podcasting space. How do you take the first step as a podcaster? Corinna Bellizzi, host of Care More Be Better and creator of The Mediacasters has in depth experience with all things podcasting, and wants to help you be competitive, learn to podcast better, or even just get started. Whether you are hosting or being a guest on a...
2022-08-0132 minNurture Small BusinessCreating Trust Within BusinessTrust is a two way street. In business, how do you foster trust between leaders and team members? This week we’re joined by Liz Cortes, cofounder of RebelFish, to share horror stories of broken trust. Missing paychecks, steamrolled boundaries, and unfulfilled promises add up to unstable working relationships. But it’s not all doom and gloom; we also dive into ways to strengthen the trust in your team. Much like a personal relationship, it’s all about communication and setting boundaries. Be sure to keep up with Liz’s work after the show! She plans to launch a...
2022-07-2528 minNurture Small BusinessExperiential Marketing and PR with Expert Sarah MillerAs the market landscape continues to evolve, flexible leaders stay afloat. Sarah Miller, CEO of Axis Entertainment, has firsthand experience navigating rapidly changing business plans. As a strategic public relations company, Axis creates unique brand experiences for their clients’ best merits to shine through. Hear the story of how she created the Media Excellence Awards, started her own PR firm, and began the Media Maven Podcast. Throughout her career, Sarah has found ways to adapt to new technologies, ideas and opportunities as they came. As a leader in experiential marketing, she embraces what the future of the industry has to...
2022-07-1831 minNurture Small BusinessWhy You Aren’t Attracting The Talent You NeedYour business needs help, but how do you attract the ideal candidate for the job? Jamie Van Cuyk, owner of Growing Your Team, knows the ins and outs of hiring the right team members. The key is knowing the ROI of each hire. Is this a role that will bring your business more revenue or bring you more sanity? How can your job posting attract the right candidates, and also deter the wrong ones? Why should you specialize your roles instead of looking for a jack of all trades? Find the answers to all these questions and more in...
2022-07-1134 minNurture Small BusinessMaintaining Mental Health as an EntrepreneurAs business owners and entrepreneurs, it can be easy to be obsessive about our work and forget to take care of ourselves and the other aspects of life. Join us and Colin McIntosh of Sheets and Giggles as we discuss steps you can take to optimize your mental health! Our work is important, but it should be viewed as a means to an end, not the desired outcome itself. We explore the importance of taking steps to improve and maintain your mental well-being, and how optimizing your mental health can make you a more effective business owner and entrepreneur.
2022-07-0425 minNurture Small BusinessTackle Change Management Like A ProOrganizational change doesn't have to be a painful process. Bladen Group CEO and Change Management Advanced Practitioner Nikki Rogers explains how to navigate change management. Along with being the wonderful host of Women Thriving in Business, she’s an expert in organizational transformation. She takes a top-down approach to create change roadmaps for companies in transition. How do you navigate the hidden ripple effects of major upheavals like procedure adjustments and mergers? Who are the people with the most power to help guide your team? And most importantly: What books has Nikki been reading lately? About You...
2022-06-2726 minNurture Small BusinessReels, Highlights and Stories: Learn How to Grind on InstagramReels, highlights, and stories are all key features that Instagram offers. They’re also the most underutilized by businesses. Prithvi Madhukar, aka The Marketing Nomad, is here to show us how to work your Instagram profile! Show your audience a whole new side to your business by sharing behind the scenes posts. Capture their attention using short videos to showcase your product or service. Learn how to take advantage of these features, as well as how Prit sets goals and maintains a healthy mindset. About Your HostDCA Virtual Business Support President Denise Cag...
2022-06-2028 minNurture Small BusinessHow To Protect Your Business from FraudEvery year, businesses around the world lose over $4 trillion to fraud. Without the right safeguards, it’s easy for fraud to slip between the cracks. GrowthForce President and CEO Stephen King help business owners spot opportunities to fix those cracks. Whether you run a multimillion-dollar enterprise or a fledgling nonprofit, separation of duties is a must. As Stephen puts it, the person who writes the checks should not be the same person who reconciles the bank account. Learn how to spot the red flags of business fraud.About Your HostDCA Virtual Business Su...
2022-06-1326 minNurture Small BusinessSpreading Happiness with John’s Crazy SocksEvery day, John and Mark X. Cronin show what people with differing abilities can do. Not only is he the co-founder of the world’s largest sock store, John’s Crazy Socks, but John also has Down Syndrome. He and his father, Mark, have created a business dedicated to spreading happiness. Their relationship-first approach to sales leaves their customers pleased; their business boasts over 29,000 five star reviews! With multiple charity partners and more than half of their colleagues having differing abilities, the Cronins are champions of equality. About Your HostDCA Virtual Business Suppo...
2022-06-0620 minNurture Small BusinessSustainable Business: Serving People and the EnvironmentIf your business connects with the environment, it should connect with consumers, too. Corinna Bellizzi, host of Care More Be Better, has extensive experience with responsible brands. Her trade show experiential strategies have helped brands form emotional connections with consumers. Corinna’s newest venture, Örlö Nutrition, creates algae-based products that can heal the environment. Listen in to learn how any business can reduce their carbon footprint. With a few easy steps, your business can connect to both people and the planet.About Your HostDCA Virtual Business Support President Denise Cagan has been work...
2022-05-3034 minNurture Small BusinessAskinosie Chocolate Founder Speaks on the Human ConnectionWho you are is inseparable from what your business provides. Shawn Askinosie, founder of Askinosie Chocolate, knows this better than most. He tells the story of the human connections that helped him start his chocolate business. Shawn began with an advisory board of trusted acquaintances to fill in his knowledge gaps. Now, Askinosie Chocolate is recognized as one of the 25 Best Small Companies in America. His business shares profit with cocoa farmers and funds community projects around the world. To Shawn, social responsibility is part of his business’s DNA. Check out Shawn’s book Meaningful Work, as well as h...
2022-05-2330 minNurture Small BusinessWhat is Eddy?SaaS to manage human capital? That seems counter-intuitive, however, EddyHR has done just that. Join us as co-owner Jordan Boorgaard dives into this technology designed for small to medium-sized businesses. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program, which is a p...
2021-03-0822 minNurture Small BusinessSBO Dashboards & MetricsEvery business owner should track 5-7 metrics. Finding the right metrics for your business and interpreting the data may not come naturally. In steps John Briggs with Incite Tax & Accounting. His motto: “What gets measured gets done.” Join us for this week’s podcast with John. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a...
2021-03-0131 minNurture Small BusinessWinning in B2B MarketingHaving run digital campaigns for high-profile clients such as HSN, Wendy Williams, Eastbay, Aer Lingus, and SkyMall, Ana Raynes, owner of Simplified Impact, has the goods on what it takes to win in the digital marketing arena. Join us on our most recent podcast as Ana discusses why the digital space is so important for B2B marketing.About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC...
2021-02-2213 minNurture Small BusinessEvent Planning With or Without CovidDoing the next right thing came naturally to Reid | Rodell’s Chief Visionary Officer, Charlotte Reid. Her event company was heavily impacted by the pandemic. That did not stop her from providing the most amazing level of customer service that, in-turn created a steadfast brand loyalty. Listen to Charlotte’s story on this podcast of Event Planning With or Without Covid. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Ch...
2021-02-1523 minNurture Small BusinessTechnology Asset and LiabilityTechnology effectiveness has an inverse relationship to the budget allocated. Think of it this way: when your technology is well-suited to your goals, you company becomes more productive, less vulnerable with risk, and capacity improves. Join us as Matt Rosenthal with Mind Core explains. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a g...
2021-02-0831 minNurture Small BusinessThe How-Tos of ProspectingThe average prospecting closing rate across industries is 20 – 25%. Find out how you can create more unique conversations in which you can share your story. Chad Cuttino from Piedmont Prospecting shares his expertise in our most recent podcast. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Pro...
2021-02-0120 minNurture Small BusinessMercenary Sales ManagementAfter years of being on the road with 20% of his time living in a Marriott hotel, Tim Kubiak tired of building other people’s companies to success. They cashed out and became millionaires, but he didn’t! At this point in his life, he decided to shift his focus to teaching small business owners how to create their own Mercenary Sales Management team. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Busin...
2021-01-2518 minNurture Small BusinessTax Planning & the PPP StimulusDo you understand how Covid relief funds will affect your company’s taxes? Carolina Aponte of Caja Holdings talks to us about how to strategically plan your business’s finances and get through this tax season unscathed.About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Smal...
2021-01-1816 minNurture Small BusinessGrowth Through Relentless Customer ServiceDo you know what it takes to have Relentless Customer Service? The kind that makes your customers feel like a Rock Star and also builds a tremendous amount of loyalty. Join us with Dr. Kelly Henry who discusses how you can achieve this. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate o...
2021-01-1120 minNurture Small BusinessSand or Stone - Your Business FoundationWhen the beginning of the pandemic hit, Cory Harris and Julie Traxler of SB PACE began reaching out to their friends and family who owned businesses to see how they were faring. They learned much. One thing stood out, the foundation of the business was a key factor in how well these businesses were able to either pivot or tighten their belts for survival. Join us to hear their insights what a solid business foundation looks like. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses f...
2020-12-1018 minNurture Small BusinessIs Podcasting For YouThere is no denying that podcasting has become a popular trend. Starting a podcast may be a great way to get your business ideas out there. How hard is it to produce and monetize your podcast? Paula Okonneh, host of Chatting with the Experts, tells us everything you need to know about producing a podcast. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National A...
2020-12-0725 minNurture Small BusinessNinja NegotiationGrowing and thriving businesses sometimes get the opportunities to work with bigger commercial fish. These bigger companies have a lot of resources and are experts in contract negotiation. How can small business negotiate better commercial deals with their big clients? Mike Lander, Procurement Director of Piscari, gives his insight on strategically planning your negotiations before you even sit at the table. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Bu...
2020-11-2321 minNurture Small BusinessDrive Growth with These 6 FactorsBusiness owners are pulled in so many directions, add a global pandemic and it multiplies exponentially. The goal remains the same however: Growth. Sustainable business growth is no easy feat. What do you prioritize and where do you start? Our guest, Tony Guarnaccia, of Small Steps Grow Profits breaks it down to 6 strategic steps, turning adversity into opportunities. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) an...
2020-11-1022 minNurture Small BusinessGaining Momentum Through Partnerships & AlliancesPartnerships and alliances are key to business growth. Working with complementary partners can help you develop more attractive offerings and strengthen credibility in your market. How do you find these connections? Jennifer Didier of Directions Training has this strategy down to a science and gives us the scoop. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Den...
2020-11-0417 minNurture Small BusinessSocial Media for ReferralsThere’s no denying that social media is a big part of marketing strategies for B2B and B2C businesses alike. Why not use it for high quality leads with referrals? Become unforgettable in your network and turn your social media into a referral powerhouse. Shaily Hakimian of Your Social Media Sherpa joins us to talk about turning your social media into a referral generator. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional orga...
2020-10-2818 minNurture Small BusinessLeadership with a TwistBeing in a leadership position doesn’t always mean a leader is at the helm. If we cannot lead ourselves, how can we lead others? Leadership requires us to be authentic and accountable while learning to express gratitude. On today’s episode, Tom Byrne of the podcast Lead, Grow, Innovate joins us to share that special twist of an effective leader. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Ch...
2020-10-0929 minNurture Small BusinessHindsight is 2021The clarity received from 2020 is going to set us up for planning and adapting in 2021. Krishna Mohan, of Genius Visionary, fleshes out a realistic plan that will help business owners understand their baseline, acknowledge the unusual symptoms of 2020, and prepare an actionable business plan for 2021. Tune in to our latest podcast to help your business adapt in the new year.About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of...
2020-10-0527 minNurture Small BusinessJack of All Trades to International PhotographerOwning a business with global reach doesn’t need a conventional start. Edgar Sierra shares his story of ‘jack of all trades, master of none’ approach to education, self-development, and community over competition mindset. Edgar is now an International Photographer and owner of E. Sierra Media. Check out our latest podcast to hear his full story. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National...
2020-09-2823 minNurture Small BusinessLegal PovertyTen million businesses, annually, have a significant legal event yet no legal representation. This is legal poverty. Noel Bagwell of ExecutiveLP® joins us this week to discuss legal poverty as well as how to prevent it.About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program, w...
2020-09-1739 minNurture Small BusinessIs Fear Holding You Back?Is fear holding you back? Working through fear is an intimate journey that applies to both our personal and professional lives. Seeking approval, stressful environments, and avoiding assertiveness can inhibit your growth. On today’s podcast, we get candid with Christina Rivera of Savvy Broadcasting about facing our fears and having reality checks that will spur business growth! About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and...
2020-09-1022 minNurture Small BusinessDisruptors: Sought After or Shut Down?Business growth, employee retention, and operating efficiencies are ever evolving. At times, you must embrace change and be the disruptor of the status quo to achieve your goals. This week, we welcome Jamie Dalferes, of Change Reaction, who partners with companies to design actionable goals that create sustainable and engaging work environments, to today’s podcast. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the Nat...
2020-09-0717 minNurture Small BusinessWork With Clients You LoveAttracting the clients you love requires understanding your value, worth, and market! Our guest, Trish Saemann of GoBeyond SEO and True North, brings her wisdom and insight to the table in this podcast. Learn how marketing, message, mindset, medium, and measurement are key to building your stable of Unicorn clients. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Ch...
2020-08-2427 minNurture Small BusinessUnexpected Positive Outcomes of the PandemicWhile COVID – 19 has certainly brought new challenges to businesses across the country, many business owners are beginning to look on the bright side to try and see the positive outcomes that have come with this pandemic. Today we talk to Mindy Godding of Abundance Organization, an A+ accredited organizing company, on the unforeseen trials and triumphs during this time. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLO...
2020-08-0719 minNurture Small BusinessWeb Conferencing Tools that FitZoom, Blue Jeans, Teams, Stream Yard, Chime, Click Meeting, Easy Webinar! Too many choices. How do you know which is the right video conferencing app for the right situation? Our guest, Bridget B Sullivan, is the owner and producer for Creative Canvas Productions, an animation, broadcast design, and event management company. Listen to her advice on this podcast! About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) an...
2020-07-2728 minNurture Small BusinessNo Touch TechnologyNo Touch Technology has been around for a while. Speech recognition, facial recognition, and digital finance solutions weren’t specifically created to address concerns with Covid-19. However, as many business owners rethinking their workspace, could this be the answer many are looking for? In this podcast, we’re discussing the future of No Touch Technology and practical applications for your small business. CTO of Rethink Innovations, Eric Christoffersen joins us to share the current trends of and how businesses are implementing touchless technology. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has b...
2020-07-1724 minNurture Small BusinessDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Q&AIn the 3rd episode of our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Series, we tackle YOUR questions. Did you know that most business owners begin this process with a high level of uncertainty and some fear? Rico Rice from Rice Education Consultants, LLC, brings light to this and encourages business owners to start taking those steps by bringing clarity to your questions. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (B...
2020-07-1319 minNurture Small BusinessLeadership Strategies for Creating and Keeping a Diverse WorkforceWhat can you do as a leader to create and maintain a diverse workforce within your company? Rico Rice from Rice Education Consultants, LLC, joins us again and shares the Five P’s Framework that his company uses to help others along that path - Policy, Programs, Practices, Promotion, and People. Learn how they can establish and reinforce diversity, equity, and inclusion in your business. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations suc...
2020-07-0321 minNurture Small BusinessBenefits of a Diverse WorkforceDiversity, Equity, & Inclusion are more than just buzzwords. They are ways to strategically retain talent and increase cash flow within your business. Expert consultant, Rico Rice from Rice Education Consultants, LLC, joins us to talk about the benefits of diversity, equity and inclusion the workplace. Listen all the way to the end to hear how you can be a part of this conversation. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as B...
2020-06-2620 minNurture Small BusinessThe Value of a Cohesive Cybersecurity ProgramHow much should a small business invest in a cybersecurity system, and is your cloud-based program really backed-up? These are just two of the questions we answer in our latest podcast. In this episode, Matthew Galimi, Founder and President of Divergent IT, shares what you need, the basics on cybersecurity, and how to maintain your cybersecurity system and protocols. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders o...
2020-06-2223 minNurture Small BusinessTaking Your Business GlobalTaking your business international can be a daunting task, but not if you have the right plan in place. Language experts can help you align your multilingual communications with your company strategy making that jump to selling globally faster and seamless. Our guest today is Wendy Pease of Rapport International. She will be sharing her insights from her years of international marketing and business development. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations s...
2020-06-1216 minNurture Small BusinessCan A Crisis Excuse Contract PerformanceIf you’ve been struggling to complete your contracts because of this pandemic, listen up! Our podcast guest, Kelly Jesson with Jesson & Rains, PLL discusses what may, or may not, be an exception to fulfilling your contract, what is a force majeure clause and will this adequately cover you. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO...
2020-06-0523 minNurture Small BusinessDisinfecting Your WorkplaceWho cleans your workplace and how they clean makes a difference now that Covid-19 had entered our lives. In fact, cleaning is not enough – you must disinfect! Join us for our 4th and final safety episode that covers how to safely return to work for both your team and your customers. Our guest, Darcy Cook of Safety Trainers gives actionable steps on how to handle disinfecting as well as if you have a worker who starts showing symptoms. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small busi...
2020-06-0224 minNurture Small BusinessSignage and Documentation in the Wake of Covid-19A lot has changed with regulations related to Covid-19 and the safety of your workforce. Do you know what is required for documentation if your policy is to take employee temperatures as a condition of them working? The signage for the exterior and interior of your building relating to new rules also needs to be planned out. It may be difficult to know where to start. Join us while guest, Darcy Cook of Safety Trainers shares what you will need as a business owner in each of these areas. About Your Host D...
2020-05-2528 minNurture Small BusinessPPE – What does your company really need?We’re all looking for OSHA approved PPE for our employees, right? WRONG! OSHA does not approve PPE and choosing the wrong PPE can cause other hazards or requirements for employers. Learn how to find the right equipment for your industry as you survive Covid-19 with our guest Darcy Cook from Safety Trainers. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Wom...
2020-05-1821 minNurture Small BusinessGetting You Back to Work SafelyHave you read up the new OSHA and CDC safety regulations that have recently come into effect? Still not sure what to do? Understanding how these regulations affect your business can be difficult. In this episode, our guest Darcy Cook of Safety Trainers makes sense of those regulations and gives you actionable steps for your business as it survives COVID19. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of C...
2020-05-1123 minNurture Small BusinessSimplifying Your StoryHave you ever struggled with the question: “What do you do?” Having a simplified story is not just marketing language, but it can also help you simplify how you introduce your business. Listen to our podcast with expert Jordan Stevens from Empathagy as he discusses how to simplify your brand’s story as well as how and when to expand. You’ll also gain access to the Right Size Your Story resource from Empathagy. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has s...
2020-05-0414 minNurture Small BusinessRestaurant Survival: Keeping Employees WorkingA family operated restaurant business, Flat Waves Food Shack manages to keep all of their employees working during the pandemic. Learn how survival for Will Burgess translates to feeding the community and making rapid, agile changes to adapt and survive. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate of the Goldman Sa...
2020-04-2120 minNurture Small BusinessCommunication Strategies During a CrisisWhat is your communication strategy right now? Is it different during crisis? Meghan Lynch, CEO of Six Points Creative chats with us about how you can alter your communications to still stay at the top of mind during challenging times. As the CEO of a brand strategy agency, she has served as an expert advisor to global and national brands spanning fast-casual restaurant chains to industrial manufacturers. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of p...
2020-04-1513 minNurture Small BusinessSword or Shield – Financial Strategies for your Business During and After CoronavirusIf you're like most business owners, you're wondering how all of this will shake out when life gets back to normal. Maybe you're even wondering what your normal will look like. I know I am. Join us in this podcast to hear from Billy Amberg, one of the youngest professionals to attain the rank of Managing Director at a top 50 investment bank in the U.S., as he talks about strategies for your business. Your best strategy might be to band together with your supply chain partners and make a stronger mega-company, or your best strategy may be bankruptcy...
2020-04-0817 minNurture Small BusinessFamily First Coronavirus Response ActThe Family First Coronavirus Response Act takes full effect on April 1st, 2020. What does this law mean for small businesses? Is there any relief for micro-businesses? Does it apply to businesses that are currently subject to laws such as FMLA? Find out the answers to all these questions by joining Deanna Bumgardner with Employers Advantage LLC in this podcast. About Your Host DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Ch...
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