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OPEN for Growth PodcastBreathe through the tariff storm with an intentional pauseI’m no longer a Shopkeeper and I don’t have to make incredibly hard choices about products, prices, overhead during these time. I’m not in those shoes anymore but I still care — deeply.I want to offer something. And since I don’t know who’s listening to this, and your particular business and situation, I offer these words that really landed for me during a recent yoga class ...---This is an audio version of the Substack, OPEN for Growth, by Ana Maria MuñozExplore more …My book: OPEN...2025-04-2503 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastThey’re not a competitor. They’re just another optionI'm all about “a rising tide lifts all boats”.So, whenever the Marketing 101 SWOT Analysis comes up, I’m ready to share my reframe of the competition part of the “T” with anyone nearby.In today’s post, I’m talking about the "T" as it refers to Competition. Specifically, how we can view their “threat” through a different lens.When we see our collective businesses as options instead of competition that aims to “inflict pain, damage,” or seek “retribution” for opening for business, we can see that we all want the same things.~~~Th...2025-03-2906 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastYou have the vision, but is it viable?Would you take a job for someone else and accept not getting paid for your work? Your answer will likely be no unless it's an unpaid internship or apprenticeship. So why would we take a zero-sum salary for working hard in and on our OWN business?Don't be an entrepreneurial martyr like me — Plan to pay yourself from the get-go.~~~This is an audio version of the Substack, Retail Rookie, by Ana Maria MuñozShow Notes:My book: OPEN: Big Lessons in Small Retail and Living the Shopkeeper Dream...2024-10-2510 min
True FOQN CrimesWho Killed Maria Munoz? Shocking True Crime RevealJoin us as we unravel the tragic and bewildering case of Maria Munoz, a vibrant mother whose life was cut short on September 22, 2020. Discover the shocking twist that revealed her husband, Joel Pellet, as a prime suspect. As we delve into a web of infidelity, betrayal, and dark secrets, we'll explore the eerie toxicology findings and the heart-wrenching journal entries that became critical evidence in the investigation. Was it murder or suicide? Tune in to uncover the truth behind Maria's untimely death. Ready to dive into the dark side of human nature? Listen to the latest episode of FOQN Crimes...2024-10-2217 min
Minding My Business PodcastMinding MY. Business Episode 53 with Maria MunozWelcome to Minding MY Business!
Today we had Maria Muñoz bless us 🆙
Maria dropped so many 💎💎💎 on how we can all elevate our biz, mindset & lives.
💎We talked about the power of meditation being a superpower as an entrepreneur, alignment to your purpose keeping you on the right path and the significant of owning your self worth.
💎Maria shared core values on her inner circle and the people she chooses to work with, aspects of self she had to overcome and traits she’s embodying as she’s st...2024-10-0759 min
Una Casa Sobre El MarP116 El lanzamiento de una nueva firma (con María Muñoz)En mayo de este año, aterrizó en España Atlantia Wealth Management, una joven firma suiza de asesoramiento independiente. Nos reunimos en nuestro programa con su directora, la vallisoletana María Muñoz, para explorar en detalle esta nueva propuesta y desvelar el largo proceso que implica poner en marcha una nueva entidad. Hablamos del reto de transmitir un nuevo concepto a los clientes e identificamos, junto a María, algunos activos que no deberían faltar a día de hoy en una cartera diversificada.2024-09-3027 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastTaking Personal InventoryThis is an audio version of the Substack, Retail Rookie, by Ana Maria MuñozFrom this "Episode":"I've mentioned the practice of Taking Personal Inventory in a few posts but have yet to elaborate on what it is and where the concept came from. Well, as one of my favorite Lizzo songs says, "It's about damn time!""---YES = Your Energetic SparkBusiness is personalMy book: OPEN: Big Lessons in Small Retail and Living the Shopkeeper Dream This is a public episode. I...2024-09-2405 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastWhat your customers really want from you this ChristmasThis is an audio version of the Substack, Retail Rookie, by Ana Maria MuñozFrom this "Episode":"The festive season starts months before customers see anything related to it on the sales floor and in your marketing. So, what do we consider when planning that marketing? How do we consider sales goals and the value we offer to those who shop with us?"---Shop! Association article Setting The Table book by Danny MeyerMy book: OPEN: Big Lessons in Small Retail and Living the Shopkeeper D...2024-09-1704 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastSay what you meanThis is an audio version of the Substack, Retail Rookie, by Ana Maria MuñozFrom this "Episode":"I imagined the founders saying “clean your damn shoes!” to their friends and family and building a business around it.Sometimes phrases like this can launch a business. Pain points become ideas and ideas offer solutions.Other times useful phrases to describe your business can develop after you’ve been in business for a while and get clearer on what you do and who you do it for. Your next tagline could come from yo...2024-09-1703 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastBusiness is personal. Period.This is an audio version of the Retail Rookie Substack by Ana Maria MuñozFrom this "Episode":"Degrees may vary but you’re personally intertwined with your business whether you like it or not. Your business will go through evolutions, just like you. Your business will go through challenging times, just like you. Your business will thrive in different seasons, just like you. Even if you’re not the face of the business or operate it on the daily, your influences, beliefs and values are all over it."---The Subtl...2024-09-1705 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastWhat your customers really want from you this ChristmasThere’s Christmas in July, and then there’s planning for Christmas in August. The festive season starts months before customers see anything related to it on the sales floor and in your marketing. So, what do we consider when planning that marketing? How do we consider sales goals and the value we offer to those who shop with us?I came across this short piece from Shop! Association as it relates to marketing fatigue and the Christmas season:Two thirds of consumers (67%) expect to be wrestling with “marketing fatigue” by Nov. 1, a new surv...2024-08-2704 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastSay what you meanI walked past Sneaker Laundry in Melbourne and smiled at the beauty of their storefront and what I could see of their interior. As their name suggests, they clean sneakers.Their window has a glowing sign that reads “clean your damn shoes.” It’s more than an invitation to stop and wonder if your shoes do in fact need cleaning, it’s a statement for what Sneaker Laundry cares about: helping us fall in love with our shoes again.I imagined the founders saying “clean your damn shoes!” to their friends and family and building a business a...2024-08-1903 min
Crime SaladMotive and Intent - The Murder of Maria MuñozLove, betrayal, and deception. This week of Crime Salad, we will explore the case surrounding the death of Maria Muñoz, which first appeared to be a suicide, but suspicions quickly rose and those suspicions pointed to her husband, Joel Pellot. As Maria pours her heart and soul into her roles as a mother and wife, Joel's attention strays to another woman, leading to a tragic and mysterious turn of events. With the threat of divorce looming over them, the question remains: what extreme measures will Joel take to avoid a costly divorce?
Are y...2024-07-2642 min
Kresta in the AfternoonReligious Liberty and the American Founding - Dr Vincent Phillip Munoz (4 July, 2024)Does the First Amendment guarantee us the right to be free from religion in the public square? Does it guarantee religious individuals and institutions the right to be exempt from otherwise valid laws that burden their religious beliefs and practices? Dr. Vincent Phillip Munoz is our guest.2024-07-0527 min
Butaca de Puro TeatroLuces de Bohemia, hablamos de Ramón María de Valle-Inclán - episodio10📢 Ya está disponible un nuevo episodio de “Butaca de puro teatro”. Tu #podcast de ir por casa, de sofá y relax. Un espacio dedicado a hablar de todo lo relativo al #teatro y las #artesescenicas. Un lugar para el encuentro de todos aquellos que somos fanáticos del teatro. Ahora sí que sí llega este nuevo episodio, y este mes tan especial tendremos dos capítulos.
🎭 Un primer capítulo que viene con la colaboración de alguno de nuestros compañeros de clase, y hablaremos del montaje que tenemos preparado los alumnos del EMCAE de Catarroja, para nuestro montaje de fin de curso. Ha...2024-06-1934 min
Latino LeadersUpward Bound with María Isabel RijosJoin host Pablo Muñoz for a warmhearted conversation with his featured guest — María Isabel Rijos.María is the director of the Upward Bound program at Kean University in New Jersey. She was an associate director with a 33-year career at Fordham University in New York. María has dedicated her professional life to the education of first-generation and low-income children.1:03 - Introduction1:49 - My Leadership Story14:00 - Upward Bound19:04 - Cultural and Personal Values21:12 - Servant Leader25:19 - Navigating Diverse Cultures 32:02 - Teamwork33:07 - Learn...2024-06-1740 min
OPEN for Growth PodcastNo profit like BeckhamHi, I'm Ana Maria. This podcast is an audio version of my Substack, Retail Rookie.From this "Episode":"Personal self-worth can create ease or friction in business, whether or not you have financial buffers or safety nets … So, when someone like Victoria Beckham makes the news for not making a profit, and there's seemingly no shame around it—just more passion and work—I say hallelujah. We’re all better for it."---Beckham Netfilx DocumentaryVictoria Beckham + Mango The Guardian articleMy book: OPEN: Big Lessons in Small R...2024-06-1707 min
Delitos de SangreLos Diarios de Maria Muñoz Episodio#33Send us a text¿Qué harías si descubrieras que la muerte de una persona cercana no fue lo que parecía? En "Amigas en Sangre", exploramos la tragedia de María Muñoz, una mujer puertorriqueña cuyo final en Laredo, Texas, dejó más preguntas que respuestas. A través de los relatos y diarios de María, así como la crucial intervención del oficial Gregorio de la Cruz, desentrañamos las complejidades de una supuesta sobredosis que rápidamente se convierte en un misterio criminal.El 20 de septiembre de 2020, la vida de María dio un...2024-06-0739 min