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The Small Business School PodcastBusiness Builders (Pt.30): Setting Boundaries As A Leader (Without Guilt)Welcome back to another episode of Business Builders. In this episode we’re diving into one of the most important — and often most overlooked — parts of being a CEO: boundaries. Whether it’s with clients, your team, or even yourself, clear boundaries aren’t cold… they’re kind. They protect your time, energy, and focus so you can lead with clarity, not resentment.Key topics covered:Why most entrepreneurs wait until they’re burnt out to set boundaries (and how to change that).The 3 key types of boundaries every leader needs: time, access, and emotional.Practi...
2025-08-1217 minThe Small Business School PodcastBusiness Builders (Pt.28) How to Forecast Revenue with ConfidenceIn this episode of Business Builders, we’re taking the fear out of forecasting. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not good at math, I can’t do this”—this one’s for you. Staci breaks down how to create a realistic three-month revenue forecast using what you already know about your business, without spreadsheets that make your head spin.Key topics covered:Why forecasting isn’t about being perfect—it’s about getting closer to realityWhat data to use (past trends, capacity, seasonality, and known changes)The 4-step method to create a simple, confident thre...
2025-07-2912 minThe Small Business School PodcastBusiness Builders (Pt.27) Do You Actually Have Room To Grow?Hey friend, welcome back to Business Builders! In today’s episode, I’m diving into a growth strategy that’s often overlooked—but absolutely essential: capacity planning. We all crave business growth, but here's the truth… chasing sales without checking if we can actually handle the growth can lead to burnout, bottlenecks, and breakdowns. So let’s talk about how to grow well, not just fast.This is your reminder that scaling doesn’t mean sprinting—it means building with intention.Key topics covered:The 4 key types of capacity every CEO needs to assess: deliv...
2025-07-2213 minThe Small Business School PodcastBuilding Genuine Connections in Business with Kristina BartoldWelcome to a joint episode of Small Business School with Staci Millard, and Community with Kristina Bartold, in this episode together they are diving into one of their favourite topics, building meaningful connections in business. From client referrals to new friendships, they get into how nurturing genuine relationships can have a huge impact on personal growth and business success!Topics Covered:The value of connecting and referring peers and clients in business.Prioritizing nurturing authentic relationships over superficial connections.Why focusing on peers can drive growth faster than aiming only for big names.Approaching connection...
2024-10-3122 minThe Small Business School PodcastBuilding Empowering Networks with Monica BoudreauWelcome back to Small Business School! I'm thrilled to chat with Monica Boudreau today, she is the founder and CEO of Posh Media and the visionary behind Work Wives. Raised in a family of business owners, movers and shakers, the entrepreneurial mindset is behind everything Monica does. Born a maritimer and established in the nation’s capital, Monica is passionate, idea-driven and focused on delivering clients deeply profitable outcomes. Monica built posh media differently from the start. Making and anticipating marketing trends, tailoring talent, and delivering unforgettably polished work have allowed posh media to grow. Monica's journey is packed wi...
2024-08-2124 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Impact of an Effective Website with Jana CarlsonWelcome back to the Small Business School Podcast, I’m your host Staci Millard and today I am so excited to have Janna Carlson on the show! Janna is the co-owner of Studio Rocket Web Design with her husband, Jeremy. Together they build 2-week high-converting websites on Squarespace that help small business owners book more clients and find greater ease in their marketing. Janna and Jeremy moved to Portugal in 2022 and share updates along with quick marketing tips on their ‘5-Minute Podcast’. In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of having a purposeful website and how it...
2024-07-2423 minThe Small Business School PodcastBuilding Community and Perseverance Through Pivots with Candice MunroWelcome back to Small Business School! Today I am sitting down with the amazing founder of Buttercream Clothing, Candice Munro! After having her first child, Candice started baking cakes for friends and family as a means to contribute to family income and be able to stay home with her small children. When she couldn’t find a cute, vintage-style apron that she loved, she decided to sew a custom apron herself. It didn’t take long for clothing requests to start coming in when word got around that Candice could sew. Buttercream Clothing was born because the community asked for...
2024-06-2731 minThe Small Business School PodcastStaying on Course in Life and BusinessWelcome back to Small Business School, I’m your host Staci Millard and today I wanted to talk to you about feeling that you’re close to the edge of your capacity and burnout is around the corner. I feel like that’s where I’m at these days and I know that my family and my business both suffer when I’m burnt out! So in this episode I am going to share my personal insight on recognizing the signs of burnout and some practical strategies to keep your business and personal life balanced!Topics Covered:Asking "...
2024-06-1810 minThe Small Business School PodcastBreaking Down the Heart of Business with Madison MillardWelcome back to Small Business School! Today’s episode is a little bit different because I am joined by an extra special guest, my daughter, Madison! Together we talk about what entrepreneurship looks like to her and our family-owned business, ‘Love Powered Co.’ Get ready for a heartwarming chat with the youngest entrepreneur I know!Topics Covered:Madison's experience running a bracelet business.The entrepreneurial journey, from idea generation to sales.Our family-owned business ‘Love Powered Co.’ and its mission of spreading positivity with Affirmations, Mindfulness & Gratitude for your Littles and you!The importance of caring for custom...
2024-02-2909 minThe Small Business School PodcastBurning It All DownHey Small Business School enthusiasts! Staci Millard here, and today we're diving into a hot topic; burning it all down, the ultimate business pivot. Is it the right time for you to hard pivot? Do you have any other options? We dive straight into it in this episode.Topics Covered:The importance of thoughtful planning when considering a major pivot in your business. Challenging the notion of burning it all down, can you even afford it? The potential drawbacks of such a drastic shift.The Stair-Step Approach: a gradual shift rather than an abrupt overhaul. The a...
2024-02-0609 minThe Small Business School PodcastStarting Out In Today’s Business WorldHey there Small Business School, on today’s solo episode I'm super excited to answer a question I get a lot; "Staci, what kind of business would you start right now?" Well, today we are getting into it!Topics Covered:Product-based business challenges and opportunities, what it takes to thrive.The power of creating community and why it's crucial for long-term success.The importance of establishing a system for consistent monthly sales. Subscription boxes, apps, etc!Why I believe service-based businesses are the goldmine right now. Uncover the secrets to scaling and standing out, especially in yo...
2023-12-0610 minThe Small Business School PodcastPivoting and Perseverance and with Dr. Noor AliHey Small Business Squad! In today’s episode of Small Business School we are joined by Dr. Noor Ali, MD, MPH. I met Dr. Noor through the Small Business Club, and let me tell you, she's a force to be reckoned with. In this episode, we dive into her incredible journey; from growing up in Bangladesh with dreams of becoming a doctor to facing unexpected challenges that led her to a career in health insurance. Noor shares her story of resilience, perseverance, and the unexpected turns that brought her to where she is today. We also explore her passion pr...
2023-11-2127 minThe Small Business School PodcastTap Into your Business Genius with Jumana AlderWelcome to another episode of Small Business School. In today’s episode guest Jumana Alder, joins us to discuss how she helps entrepreneurs tap into their genius, align with their purpose, and unlock the flow of freedom in their businesses. She does this through an accelerated business transformation. Her experience includes both entrepreneurship and working in the corporate world. With her natural ability to spot opportunities to do things better, she supports business leaders who want to thrive amid the significant market shifts we are experiencing as a collective. If you're ready to shake up your perspective on business an...
2023-11-1626 minThe Small Business School PodcastGaining the Ability to Step BackOn today’s episode of Small Business School we're diving deep into the world of small business finance. The key to financial freedom isn't just about managing money; it's about managing time and setting boundaries. We’ll cover two crucial strategies: building capacity and establishing clear boundaries. Trust me, this isn't your typical financial advice. It's a fresh perspective that might just transform the way you run your business.Topics Covered:The first step to financial success is building the capacity to step back, assess, and address the root causes instead of being stuck in firefighting mode...
2023-11-1515 minThe Small Business School PodcastWhy Relationships Rule on LinkedIn with Janice PorterIn today’s episode of Small Business School, we are unlocking the power of LinkedIn with Janice Porter, a relationship marketing specialist who knows LinkedIn like the back of her hand. Janice has a passion for teaching people who want to build their businesses through relationship marketing and networking using online and offline strategies. Janice believes that LinkedIn is THE platform for attracting new clients, strategic partners and referrals.Topics Covered:The importance of choosing platforms where your audience hangs out. For businesses, especially service providers, LinkedIn stands out as a direct and effective business platform.Ja...
2023-11-1427 minThe Small Business School PodcastWhy You Should Sell on Etsy with Monica LittleToday at Small Business School, we are unpacking the secrets of Etsy with Monica Little. Monica shares how it can be better utilized to get sales results for new or existing businesses. After leaving her corporate job to build a multiple 6-figure organic skincare business, Monica created Etsy Algorithm Secrets to guide other handmade small business owners along the path of turning their hobby into a successful and profitable business!Topics Covered:Making your product stand out on the first page of search results. It's all about nailing the title, keywords, and tags.Why Etsy is...
2023-11-0930 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Double-Edged Sword of Flexibility in EntrepreneurshipIn today’s episode of The Small Business School we are talking about the flexibility of being a small business owner. We all love the freedom to craft our dreams, set our schedules, and dance to the beat of our own business drum. But let's be real, sometimes it's like walking a tightrope without a safety net.Topics Covered:Flexibility is the heartbeat of entrepreneurship. From shaping our dream projects to taking impromptu breaks for family moments, it's a beautiful chaos we willingly signed up for.The flip side hits hard when decisions fall squarely on ou...
2023-11-0818 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Challenges of Scaling with Emily McDonaldIn this episode of Small Business School we are getting into the real nitty-gritty details of scaling a business, the highs, the lows, and everything in between with guest Emily McDonald. Emily started her first company in 2009 and scaled the company to seven figures, ran a team of 15, raised over a million dollars in venture capital, opening retail stores in Los Angeles and San Francisco. In 2021 Emily started coaching female founders and co-founded ‘My Founder Circle’, a community and membership where female founders can have access to coaches at a lower investment. Topics Covered:Emily shares her j...
2023-11-0723 minThe Small Business School PodcastFinding Financial Freedom with Hanna BierIn this episode, we're getting deep into the world of money mindset with Hannah Bier. Hanna works with ambitious women all over the world to recreate their relationship with money in a life-affirming, positive and loving way. As an energy healer, family-constellation expert and certified life coach, she has woven her diverse skill set into a proven, and innovative capacity to allow her clients to transform their relationship with money from the inside out. Join us as we explore the power of understanding your money story, setting healthy boundaries, and finding your unique path to financial freedom....
2023-11-0231 minThe Small Business School Podcast“Who Decides What the Boss Makes?”In this episode of The Small Business School, we tackle the question: how should you determine your own salary as a business owner? You need to pay yourself fairly while considering your roles in the business.Topics Covered:The importance of paying yourself for the work you do in your business and a step-by-step approach to determine your worth based on market standards.How to differentiate between paying yourself as an employee and compensating yourself as a shareholder.Why it's crucial to look at your business as an outsider and assess its health objectively.For...
2023-11-0114 minThe Small Business School PodcastConnecting with Your Audience with Maggie GlenskiIn this episode of Small Business School, we dive into actionable advice for small business owners on marketing with Maggie Glenski, Founder and CEO of Wrinkles Content Studio. Wrinkle's Content Studio collaborates with ambitious female founders every step of the way, bringing big agency experience to content strategy and development for social media, email and blogs. Maggie shares her journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of aligning with your passion and connecting with your audience.Topics Covered:Maggie specializes in social media, blogs, and email newsletters for lifestyle brands and female founders...
2023-10-3129 minThe Small Business School PodcastBreaking Down The Barrier to SEO with Jade PruettIn this episode of Small Business School we dive headfirst into the world of SEO with Jade Pruitt, founder of Hello SEO. Get ready to take some notes because we're demystifying this three-letter word and making it approachable for everyone. Don't wait to start, dive into SEO now and watch your online presence soar!Topics Covered:Which businesses can't afford to neglect SEO. It's not just about online stores; local service providers like plumbers, cosmetic surgeons, and locksmiths can benefit immensely.The three pillars of SEO: content, technical SEO, and backlinks.Why connecting Google Search Console...
2023-10-2626 minThe Small Business School PodcastCuring the Fear of FinancesIn today’s episode we're diving into finances. As a fractional CFO and mentor to small businesses, I've seen firsthand how the financial side of things is the lifeblood of any business. It's not just about making money; it's about keeping it and using it wisely. In this episode, we'll uncover the fears and narratives that hold us back in our finances. Don't let fear hold you back; embrace the numbers and take intentional action to achieve the results you want and watch your business thrive!Topics Covered:The common fears and anxieties that prevent small bu...
2023-10-2513 minThe Small Business School Podcast"What Makes You Money?" with Lindsey BreitwieserIn this episode, marketing expert Lindsay Breitwieser, founder of the CMO Lab joins to discuss the art of making money through strategic marketing Lindsay challenges the conventional approach to marketing by encouraging business owners to invest in a solid marketing plan. Lindsay is an ex-creative agency girl, Fractional CMO, and marketing educator. She is on a mission to democratize brilliant marketing and help more business owners learn how to use their data and insights to drive revenue. If you're looking to transform your marketing strategy, this episode is a must-listen!Topics Covered:The common mistake of...
2023-10-2426 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Psychology of Marketing with Mallory RowanIn this episode join Mallory Rowan, a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor and content creator, as she brings us into her journey of entrepreneurship. Mallory emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychology behind human behaviour for business in 2023. You’ll learn how psychology influences social media engagement and the importance of staying authentic to your brand. Topics Covered:How creators can scale their influencer business with authenticity and build a personal brand that aligns with your values.How creators need to choose platforms that align with their strengths and resonate with their audience.Evolving strategies in the...
2023-10-1935 minThe Small Business School PodcastWhy Marketing is Never FreeIn this episode, we get into the realities of business expenses and marketing strategies. The financial aspects of your business isn't just about dollars and cents; it's about seizing opportunities, optimizing your business model, and serving your customers better. Topics Covered:The misconception that gifting products to influencers is free. Breaking down the hidden costs from product costs to shipping fees.The two major currencies in marketing: cash and time. What is the best investment for your business?Assign dollar values to their time. By doing so, they make more informed decisions about how to allocate t...
2023-10-1822 minThe Small Business School PodcastLeading Your Business Well with Alyssa KruppToday expert in leadership development, Alyssa Krupp joins the podcast to dive into essential skills for new leaders in small businesses. Alyssa has been in sales for 15 years, sales leadership for over a decade and has sold for and led teams at Viacom, The Knot & small startups. In November 2022, she launched the Casslo Group with a mission of putting people first in the workplace and developing leaders employees are inspired to work for. Leadership is an ongoing journey, and continuous improvement is key to building a successful and harmonious team in your small business.Topics Covered:...
2023-10-1729 minThe Small Business School PodcastHR Hacks with Jackie KochIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of HR and effective hiring practices with Jackie Koch. Jackie has over 15 years of experience hiring teams and leading HR for Fortune 500 companies, startups and digital entrepreneurs. Jackie has spoken to entrepreneurs at various stages of growth teaching them about how to hire, compliance and legal considerations, and how to build a great team culture. We discuss the importance of tracking time, categorizing tasks, and using tools like Toggle to gain insights into how you're spending your work hours. Topics Covered:The importance of hiring classification, compliance, a...
2023-10-1237 minThe Small Business School PodcastMaking Sense of the NumbersToday, we're diving into a topic that might just change the way you look at your business! Success in business is not just about crunching numbers; it's about following where those numbers lead and optimizing your business systems for better efficiency and customer satisfaction!Topics Covered:Why business systems are the unsung heroes of success. They're not just about cost-cutting but improving how you deliver your products or services.How to challenge traditional approaches and identify areas in your business that could benefit from a fresh perspective. Is there a better way to do things?The...
2023-10-1114 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Potential of Podcasting with Jess MilanesIn today's episode I'm thrilled to have podcasting expert, and owner of Smart Podcast Solutions, Jess Melanes. Jess is the creator of a proprietary system to launch your podcast in a day and she has helped successfully launch over 20 podcasts. She joins us for an exciting conversation on the world of podcasting and its potential as a game-changing tool for businesses growth. By aligning your podcast's purpose with your business goals, understanding your audience, and making strategic choices, you can unlock the true value of this dynamic platform. Topics Covered:Why podcasting has become a hot t...
2023-10-1031 minThe Small Business School PodcastSomatic Work for Business Breakthrough with Becky AsteIn today's episode, I sit down with relationship coach and host of Your Breakthrough Blueprint Podcast, Becky Aste. Becky is the CEO, creator and executive coach of I Do Breakthrough, a company dedicated to saving marriages and reversing generational trauma. Join us as we explore the transformative power of somatic work and how it can impact not just your marriage, but also your business. Topics Covered:Understanding how our bodies store trauma and emotional experiences through Somatic work. Bodies hold onto the trauma we've experienced, often manifesting as physical symptoms like anxiety, panic attacks, and chronic il...
2023-10-0525 minThe Small Business School PodcastOptimizing Your Space For Maximum ImpactI've got a quick and powerful tip for you in today's episode! We're diving into a concept that can make a big impact on your brick and mortar business in just 10 minutes! So, carve out some time because this is worth implementing right away.Topics Covered:Why knowing how much money you generate per square foot is crucial for brick and mortar businesses. How to make the most of your physical space without compromising quality and tips on reimagining layouts and assessing demand for services.Explore strategies for diversifying your offerings, increasing revenue sustainably, extending hours, a...
2023-10-0410 minThe Small Business School PodcastAsking the Right Questions with Suzy CrawfordMarketing is a necessary part in every brand or business. From the biggest movies to your small business, marketing is an important strategy for growing recognition and profit. Even though each of these brands and companies differ, marketing strategies are the same for everything. What we need to learn as business owners is what tactics we can use to successfully market our business. Suzy Crawford is a marketer through and through who has been in the marketing industry for 15 years. She spent 7 years at Google where she led marketing and ads teams and worked with the largest m...
2023-10-0329 minThe Small Business School PodcastMaking the Unconscious Conscious with Danya Douglas HuntIn running our businesses, we have a lot to think about and do. These thoughts are some of the biggest contributors to our businesses and they also build up our mindset. We’ve all heard quite a few times that we need to have a good mindset, but how exactly do we do that? The answer is in our subconscious thoughts. As an expert in connecting the subconscious and conscious mind, Danya Douglas Hunt is here to share with us how we can improve our mindset and our businesses. Danya is former Olympic Athletic Therapist turned mindset exp...
2023-09-2833 minThe Small Business School PodcastSustainably and Beautifully-Designed Merchandise with Amanda HofmanWe all know that we need to be marketing our businesses, and a part of marketing that we may be overlooking is our brand merchandise. Be careful though because brands that hand out pens, pencils and other junk items that just pile up without any meaningful use are not really representing themselves as desirable. Amanda Hofman is here to help us understand the importance of and how to have meaningful merchandise. Amanda is the Co-Founder and CEO of Go To Market, a branded merchandise studio that focuses on sustainable, beautiful design and custom print-on-demand swag shops for c...
2023-09-2626 minThe Small Business School PodcastHow Do We Look at Change Within Our BusinessThe one thing that is guaranteed in our business is change. Whether the change is positive or negative, there will always be something new in our businesses. Change can be a very scary thing and oftentimes, as business owners, we try to fight against it. Fighting against this change is not what our business needs, in fact, it will likely hurt it. Today we are going to be discussing how we look at change within our businesses, as well as how we internally and externally process and react to it. Change can mean a lot of different t...
2023-09-2114 minThe Small Business School PodcastEnjoying the Entire Journey with Chocolatier, Tina CodinahWe are so excited to have Tina Codinah with us on the podcast today! Tina is the founder of Codinha Chocolate, an award-winning chocolatier, host of the “I Heart Chocolate” podcast, and mentor to chocolatiers worldwide. She understands the importance of listening to her inner voice, taking risks, and working hard to pursue her true happiness. One of the biggest things that made Tina successful was her ability to treat her business like a business. She discusses how learning business completely changed the game and allowed her business to become successful. Tina shares with us tips on the m...
2023-09-1925 minThe Small Business School PodcastPlanning! A HUGE Impact on Your Business with Carlyn BushmanWith it now being September, we are beginning to approach the holiday season. This is a big season for our businesses and there are a lot of things that we need to start preparing. Now is the perfect time to get ahead of the chaos. As this season approaches, we shouldn’t be caught by surprise, we should be ready for it. Today we are joined by planning expert Carlyn Bushman! Carlyn is an entrepreneur expert in strategy and execution who specializes in women-owned small-to-medium-sized enterprises. She is going to share with us a few of her exe...
2023-09-1433 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Period Whisperer with Bria GaddAs a health coach who specializes in female hormones, Bria Gadd helps educate and relieve women from symptoms that come from the menstrual cycle. She helps women understand what is really going on, busts old myths about how to have a healthy, thriving body and helps them shift into the most productive, inspired, healthy versions of themselves.Bria shares with us not only how to live with these symptoms, but also how to run your business while living with the symptoms that come from the menstrual cycle, specifically in perimenopause. Many women run their business just enduring...
2023-09-1228 minThe Small Business School PodcastStrategically Leading Your Business Through War TimeAfter visiting clients the other day and sitting in on some of their meetings, I noticed a lot of the problems they were facing were problems that also applied to other businesses. Even though each of our businesses are unique, our problems tend to arise from the same necessities in business. Due to these similarities, I decided to compile a list of suggestions to share with you of how to fix a few of these issues. Running a business can be tough and there are a lot of difficult decisions that you have to make. Y...
2023-09-0714 minThe Small Business School Podcast“How Can I Make it Easier for My Team?” with Lia GarvinAs entrepreneurs, we have so many great skills that are necessary to building and running our businesses. We tend to excel at coming up with a vision for the company as well as wanting to do as much as we can in our businesses. To support us in accomplishing our visions, we need a strong team behind us to properly run our business. When wanting to build your team, Lia Garvin is the right person to help you! Lia is a Team Operations consultant with a decade of experience driving team operations in big tech (Google, Microsoft, a...
2023-09-0527 minThe Small Business School PodcastIntentionally and Authentically Growing with Scott and Nancy AaronWe’ve all been told that we need to market ourselves and have a strong brand to build our business. Many of us are working long hours and marketing on every social media platform thinking that this is the key to success. While these practices may lead to some results, there are better ways to grow, scale, implement, delegate and work smarter in your business. To teach us about these smarter business practices, we welcome Scott and Nancy Aaron to the podcast! Scott is a business coach, author, speaker and podcaster, who focuses on using LinkedIn and oth...
2023-08-3142 minThe Small Business School PodcastOur Projections Are Our Perceptions with Amanda WalkerWhen running a business, one of the best things that you can do is get a coach. It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been running your business or how well off you might be, it’s always helpful to have someone to guide you in your business journey. If we want to achieve our highest amount of success, a coach is the right person to get us there. As a high performance coach, Amanda Walker is the perfect person to bring the magic out in coaching. Amanda works to help people increase both their income and the...
2023-08-2923 minThe Small Business School PodcastDiscussing The Business Breakthrough: A Collaborative Workshop with Kristina Bartold and Steve FleiszerBringing you a SUPER special episode today and sharing something that's been brewing for a while...maybe you've already heard or signed up! I'm excited to be joined by friends and fellow entrepreneurs, Kristina Bartold (of The Social Snippet) and Steve Fleiszer (of Space Creatorz) to talk all about our upcoming event, The Business Breakthrough: A Collaborative Workshop for Entrepreneurs!The Business Breakthrough one day workshop is something you do NOT want to miss, and in today's episode we discuss all the details of what the event is, what you'll get out of it...
2023-08-2526 minThe Small Business School PodcastMy Favorite Books in Business, Part 2We are back today for part two to our last solo episode where we talked about my favorite books in business. These books are extremely helpful in building a successful business where we also feel great about what we are doing. By the end of this podcast, you’ll have twelve amazing books to read and implement! Last time, we talked about the two main keys of having a successful business. Today we’ll be looking into books about the numbers in our business and leadership. Each of these books are a great read and have plenty of goo...
2023-08-2414 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe 4 Pillars of Wellness with Zach FagerbergWe are so excited to welcome Zach Fagerberg on the podcast today! Zach is a wellness coach and mindset mentor who is here to share with us all about wellness. After growing up with a “my body is my hobby” mindset, Zach was able to flip a switch and focus on more well rounded health. While we tend to just think of nutrients and exercise as the main parts of our physical wellness, there are other areas with the same amount of impact. This thought led Zach to discovering the 4 Pillars of Wellness. These 4 pilla...
2023-08-2224 minThe Small Business School PodcastMy Favorite Books in Business Part 1One of the tools I used to help build my business was reading books. Books changed how I did business and I implemented so many of the lessons I learned from them. So today, I’m going to share with you a few of my favorites to help you grow your business as well! The books I will be sharing with you today are books that affected my overarching idea of how business worked for me and changed how I did things. These are books that defined my work structure to make it what it is now. The...
2023-08-1716 minThe Small Business School PodcastMoms on a Mission with Amy TraughRunning a business as a mom can be a very challenging task. There are many ups and downs throughout the process and sometimes it is just too much. Despite all of the challenges that come with being a mom and running a business, it is not an impossible task. Today we are joined by Amy Traugh. Amy is the CEO of Moms on a Mission where her main goal is to change the narrative around moms and business. She believes that you do not have to pick one over the other and that these two jobs can c...
2023-08-1524 minThe Small Business School PodcastThese 2 Surprising Things Are All You Need to Know to Run Your BusinessWe are back in the closet with another solo episode today! I was so struck with inspiration that I just knew I needed to let you all in on this tip. There are only two things that you need to know how to do in business, and they aren’t what you think they are. These two things are necessary for you to run your business properly, so what are they? The first one is being able to bring in money. The second one is being able to keep the money. Each of these concepts play a big...
2023-08-1014 minThe Small Business School PodcastCelebrating 50 Episodes with Powerful Highlights!I'm so excited to bring you this episode today. I want to sincerely thank you for joining me for my first 49 amazing episodes. My goal with this podcast has been to lead you on a journey to help your business grow. I want to give you the support, tools and community to expand your impact on this world!Hit play to hear some of my favorite highlights of conversations with amazing business leaders! 5:05 - What is the Secret Sauce to Small Business Growth?9:40 - How even introverts can make the most of masterminds.
2023-08-0828 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe 2 Types of Burnout and How to Bring Joy Back Into Your BusinessIn our society, there is a view of how quickly you should grow your business and hit certain milestones in order to be deemed a success. Many of us feel if we work hard enough we can achieve this, but this pervasive hustle culture actually just puts us into survival mode where we are unable to flourish. When in survival mode, many of us feel burnt out. In my years of running my business I’ve felt two types of burnout. I’ve felt the traditional type where I had simply put in too many hours, but I als...
2023-08-0321 minThe Small Business School Podcast“Well I’m Supposed to Do it This Way” with Becky MollenkampWhen we are building successful businesses, there are many times when we are just going, going, going. It often feels like it is all on us to achieve our goals and keep the business financially viable. We find ourselves surrounded by what we supposedly should do and our imaginary what-ifs instead of finding the system that works for us. Here’s the secret, running your business does not need to be done by you alone. In today’s episode we are joined by Becky Mollenkamp, an accountability coach, who is here to share with us how to run a...
2023-08-0126 minThe Small Business School PodcastI Learned These 6 Lessons the Hard Way. Take My Advice!After losing myself and my presence when starting my new business, I took some time to surround myself with other entrepreneurs and people involved in business. Being in these rooms again and sharing my ideas brought back my confidence and authority that I had once lost. Helping others in their business and sharing my knowledge really allowed me to gain the presence that I once had. Because of this love of helping and guiding people along in their businesses, today I will be sharing some of the biggest pieces of advice that came up i...
2023-07-2723 minThe Small Business School PodcastHealing Your Relationship with Money with Niki FergusonIn the world we live in, money has always been a point of interest and greatly impacts all of our lives. We grow up surrounded by money and the way we interact with it continues to affect us as we grow into adults. This can cause money to be an uncomfortable topic for many even we fear. To combat this fear around money, Niki Ferguson joins us today to discuss money and our relationship with it. Niki is a Money Mentor, Breathwork Facilitator, and host of the Wildly Worthy podcast from East Tennessee. Using money management, mindset, a...
2023-07-2521 minThe Small Business School PodcastShowing up as an AuthorityReflecting on your business during the slower times in your life and really using that in-between space is very important in allowing your business to run as smoothly as possible. Recently while doing some of my own reflection, I thought about how I have been sharing my journey with all of you over the last year and a half. The process of growing a small business requires a lot of learning from the people and experiences around you, and this is the part of my business that I shared the most. During my growth, I...
2023-07-2013 minThe Small Business School PodcastPrioritizing Your Health Over Your Business with Sheley BrienWe are so excited to be joined by the multi-talented Sheley Brien. Sheley Brien is a powerhouse entrepreneur, wellness expert, and devoted wife and mother of two. With 18+ years of experience in the medical industry and a successful climb up the corporate ladder, she's now a construction business owner and media mogul. As the host of the Business of Being Healthy podcast, Sheley shares personal experiences and those of her guests to help others accelerate their career and health while saving time, money, and heartache. Her entrepreneurial spirit kicked off with a side hustle in 2012, wh...
2023-07-1829 minThe Small Business School Podcast“Paying Your Dues” Doesn’t Have to Last ForeverDoes Your Business Have Legs? I know that on the good days you feel so fulfilled that you swear you’d do this work for free. You’re having fun, you’re serving, and you feel appreciated! But, how do you feel on the hard days? On the hard days do you feel like throwing in the towel?I want to talk to you about the financial aspects of being a founder. We know going in that as a small business owner we need to “pay our dues.” In fact, we might not be paying ourselves v...
2023-07-1319 minThe Small Business School PodcastFeel Good in Your Body so You Can Crush it in Your Business with Bridgitte MallinsonToday we are speaking to the woman who is ready to invest in her own health so she can feel great and so that her business can really take off! Is that you? Meet registered dietician and thriving online entrepreneur, Bridgitte Mallinson!Your are at the intersection of your health and your wealth. If you don’t feel good in your body you can’t crush it in your business. Does it feel like the right time to invest in your foundation and in your health? We hope this conversation inspires you today to make littl...
2023-07-0842 minThe Small Business School PodcastPricing Your Services and Knowing Your ValueToday I’m teaching you how to determine your pricing model in your business. Whether you’re a service provider or you sell products you can use the formulas I give you in this episode to calculate what your hourly rate would need to be to make sure your time and hard work are energetically returned to you.First of all, I encourage you to not work more than 40 hours per week, unless it’s truly temporary. Next, we want to identify the yearly salary you want to pay yourself. Then, we factor in the two typ...
2023-07-0615 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Right and Wrong Way to Delegate with Ashley CarlsonThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast! Today let’s welcome Ashley Carlson! She’s here to help us get the clarity we need to transform our business, save ourselves from burn out and maximize our hours. Ashley runs a VA Agency called Elevate where she uses her experience in the travel industry, corporate sales and as a 3rd generation entrepreneur to save business owners from burn out. With the ability to look through both lenses, Ashley knows what business owners are lo...
2023-07-0429 minThe Small Business School PodcastHow to Objectively Make Big DecisionsThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!I have been making some big changes in my life and business recently, and in this solo episode I thought it would be valuable to share with you how I think and work through this process when it comes to making hard decisions! Whether you’re looking at a specific area of your business, or are considering giving up a weighty credential like myself, tune in to hear more about:• 1:20 - Coming to the decision to return a len...
2023-06-2913 minThe Small Business School PodcastSlowing Down To Find Yourself with Jessica MowforthWelcome back small business owners!Our next guest on the podcast is Jessica Mowforth! Jessica is a femininity and relationship coach who is focused on helping women live within their natural rhythm that have got caught up in hustle culture and who crave connection to their soft feminine energy, while still going after their desires and dreams!In the episode, we get real with comforting difficult emotions, discovering yourself and more! We all know that when you truly become in-tune with your inner self, it cannot only change how you show up and react in y...
2023-06-2728 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Best Investments We've Made with Kristina Bartold and Maria TassiThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!So excited to share this joint episode with my friends over at the Build Your Digital Community Podcast hosted by Kristina Bartold and a guest appearance from her business partner Maria Tassi! Kristina has been on the podcast before, and along with Maria they are the business owners of the Social Snippet, a social media agency with the focus on helping businesses build their online digital communities! Today we are talking about all the best investments each of us...
2023-06-2239 minThe Small Business School PodcastSuccess After Starting Over with Chris HarderWelcome back small business owners!Our next guest on the podcast is one of my favourite business mentors, Chris Harder. As a successful entrepreneur, investor, philanthropist and host of The Chris Harder Show podcast, in 2020 Chris and his wife Lori launched the Fast Foundations Mastermind, a program educating entrepreneurs on how to grow their business in its early stages, as well as multiple other amazing courses and coaching resources. Chris is committed to teaching ambitious people the strategies needed to discover their own limitless financial potential, so they can create meaningful wealth to share with the people...
2023-06-2043 minThe Small Business School PodcastWhat I Learned At A Roundtable Strategy SessionThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!In this episode I’m so inspired to share with you my recent experience at a recent Chris Harder Roundtable Strategy Session and discuss some pivotal points and thought provoking takeaways about all things being a business owner and leader. A few things I touch on:• 4:29 - Setting the tone of how to be happy while still facing the struggles in front of you.• 9:18 - Reframing how you think about your branding vision, marketing, memberships, hiring financial professionals and mo...
2023-06-1531 minThe Small Business School PodcastSetting the Tone for Entrepreneurial Community with Stephanie CartinWelcome back small business owners!Our next guest on the podcast is Stephanie Cartin! The cofounder of many successful businesses, Stephanie walked away from her corporate career in 2012 to launch Socialfly, a leading social-first digital and influencer marketing agency based in New York City. Additionally she is also the co-founder of Entreprenista, a media and membership community that’s committed to serving women founders and leaders with the tools they need to connect and thrive! As well as Pearl Influential Capital, a platform which allows influential investors to invest in the companies they are helping build and Ma...
2023-06-1337 minThe Small Business School PodcastHow I Shift Out of The Comparison MindsetThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!In this episode I’ll be talking about my experience with thoughts of comparison, imposter syndrome and most importantly, how to get out of it when it comes up! I know this is something we all struggle with, but especially small business owners when you are just trying to focus on every other area of your biz! Listen to hear about:• 3:30 - How to reflect and challenge your beliefs when comparing yourself to others in your industry.• 6:55 - The be...
2023-06-0819 minThe Small Business School PodcastBringing Real Personality into Your Website with Izzy WaiteWelcome back small business owners!Our next guest on the podcast is Izzy Waite! The owner of Izzy Waite Design, a branding and website design company, Izzy's core has always been to amplify the voices of values-based entrepreneurs and businesses, while creating positive impact through creative design. She loves people and working with her clients one on one to really make their personality shine through their website! Tune into this episode to learn more about: • 4:30 - A different approach to the client and designer relationship experience when designing a website.• 12:00 - First steps you...
2023-06-0623 minThe Small Business School PodcastWhen Your Spouse Isn’t an Entrepreneur Like YouThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!In this episode I’m going to be sharing a topic from a listener request, and that’s talking about what’s it’s like to have a spouse who is not entrepreneurial. How can we have a fulfilling relationship, but also have the ability to expand our business mind? A few truths and tips I discuss are:• 2:20 - How to get through the disconnect when you are thriving on personal development.• 7:00 - The positives of not working toget...
2023-06-0118 minThe Small Business School PodcastExpand Your Mind, Expand Your Success With Corene PhelpsWelcome back small business owners!Our next guest on the podcast is Corene Phelps! Corene is a hypnotherapist and breathwork coach, who loves combining the power of peak performance and intuition to harness untapped potential in individuals, entrepreneurs, corporations and beyond! After hitting her own burnout in her previous industry of real estate, her goal became to transform mindsets to align with a higher purpose and tap into the power of the subconscious to unlock new levels of wealth, success and freedom!I am a big believer that work on the nervous system and subconscious...
2023-05-3030 minThe Small Business School PodcastDemolishing Financial DoubtThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!In this episode I wanted to share with you a few recent transformations that some of my new clients have experienced after learning more about their business numbers and how you can go about leveling up your financial knowledge in your own small business! Listen in to hear about:• 2:00 - Different sales and finance examples you might be experiencing yourself.• 5:55 - Overcoming doubt and making better decisions confidently as a business owner.• 10:10 - The key factors in making...
2023-05-2516 minThe Small Business School PodcastConfidently Going All In with Jackie DragoneWelcome back small business owners!On this episode we invite guest Jackie Dragone to the podcast! Jackie has been in the business and entrepreneur space for 13 years now! Having begun her journey certified in fitness as a business manager, since then she has gone full time into entrepreneurship in the online fitness space as well as personal business coaching! She is passionate about guiding her clients to find confidence and success in their businesses! Join us as we discuss a little about Jackie’s background and tune in to hear more about:• 6:15 - Transitioning from...
2023-05-2320 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe 4 Stages of Owning A BusinessThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!I am thrilled to bring you this episode with a concept I’ve had in mind since the start of this podcast! Today we are going to be talking about the different stages of business as an owner and how to grow and move through them. If you’ve received advice that didn’t quite work for you from another successful business owner in the past, it’s likely because you are both at different stages! Without giving too much away...
2023-05-1819 minThe Small Business School PodcastLess About You, More About the Business with Danielle SteadWelcome back small business owners!Our next guest on the podcast is Danielle Stead! Danielle is an attorney and operations strategist, working with early-stage businesses to provide the legal, operational, and financial strategies, systems, and resources to grow and scale your thriving business. Using her past experience as a corporate attorney at a top international law firm, Danielle has worked with thousands of business owners across the globe to scale the business of their dreams, on their terms. We hit so many awesome topics in this episode from how to serve your clients better and...
2023-05-1631 minThe Small Business School PodcastTaking The Fear Out of Your Business FinancesThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!If trying to understand or even talking about the numbers behind your business scares you, then this is the episode for you! Today I cover the 3 biggest reasons that hold people back when looking at business finances and how to take that next step!After working with thousands of business owners, I know that sometimes what can seem like a numbers monster in the closet is actually just a mouse! So listen if you resonate with:• 1:52 - Sa...
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The Small Business School PodcastProfitability and Pricing Responsibly with Martina MortonWelcome back small business owners!Let’s welcome guest Martina Morton to the podcast! Having spent many years in traditional accounting roles, Martina noticed that business owners needed more than just their annual filings, but guidance, education and coaching too. Now Martina is the co-founder of Grow CPA, a digital accounting firm with a mission to empower Canadian business owners with the financial knowledge and expertise they need to understand their numbers and make better business decisions! Always thrilled to chat with a fellow CPA about the true value of numbers with small business owners! So...
2023-05-0925 minThe Small Business School PodcastFunction Over Flashy When Making InvestmentsThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!I’m back from a holiday trip and pumped to share with you today all about a helpful concept I’ve used when it comes to scaling my business! I think if more business owners considered this it would make growing and expanding successfully a lot smoother!So join me as I discuss:• 5:04 - Picking function over fashion/ flashy when it comes to your next investment.• 7:30 - What a projected sense of success means vs knowing your own busi...
2023-05-0415 minThe Small Business School PodcastUncovering Your Magic with Helen ThackerWelcome back small business owners!On this episode we invite guest Helen Thacker to the podcast! Helen has been a solo entrepreneur for 19 years, building award-winning, six-figure businesses from scratch both inside and outside of the corporate world. Her successful career has included financial recruitment and network marketing and now she is fulfilling her passion as a sought-after Sales and Strategy Mentor to coaches and entrepreneurs across all industries.Helen loves to inspire, encourage and uncover the unique purpose and joy within each business that we all possess! So join us to hear more about:
2023-05-0224 minThe Small Business School PodcastMaking Both Income and Impact in Your BusinessThank you for joining me on the next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!In this solo episode I am going to be sharing all about how to make an income in your business while maintaining your impact, heart and customer connections! Sometimes as business owners we can fall into the trap of thinking we can only make money if we give up the soul of our business or we’ll only succeed financially when we stop caring about our customers! I believe this is incorrect and that you can do both! Join me...
2023-04-2713 minThe Small Business School PodcastFinding Your Flow with Regina LawrenceWelcome back small business owners!On the podcast today, we welcome guest Regina Lawrence! Regina is a retired lawyer turned soulful business coach, social media marketer, breathworker, sound medicine practitioner and so much more! She owns 3 businesses and has made it her mission to empower others to learn how to tap into the success and greatness that they already possess within! Regina created the life she thought she wanted, but found so much freedom from anxiety when she chose to step away and structure her life differently to create true room to flourish...
2023-04-2533 minThe Small Business School PodcastWhat I Learned From a MastermindThank you for joining me on the next episode of the School For Small Business podcast!After recently coming back from an incredible Mastermind and sitting in a room with a small group of amazing high level entrepreneurs, I’m going to be sharing with you the most significant highlights of things I learned and how I think it will change my business positively!In this episode I dive into a variety of different topics and thoughtful ideas we covered, but a few areas to highlight would be:• 2:52 - Giving yourself intentional time to d...
2023-04-2019 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Power in Referrals with Lex RomanWelcome back small business owners!Let’s welcome guest Lex Roman to the podcast! A former Silicon Valley growth designer turned small biz growth marketer, Lex has been crafting winning conversion strategies for major companies since 2010. She popularized the term “growth design” and built a community of over 1400 practitioners that’s still growing called Growth Designers. Now, she’s on a mission to help solopreneurs get seen and get sales without being beholden to big tech. With her company Super Easy Digital, Lex supports small business owners with one on one services and group programs.Lex gives...
2023-04-1827 minThe Small Business School PodcastEmpowered Community and Leadership With Anita ParkerThank you for joining me on the next episode of the School For Small Business Podcast!Our next guest on the podcast is Anita Parker! Anita is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, restaurant owner, social seller and Host of Wine, Women & Well-Being Fort Mcmurray. She believes in community empowerment, advocacy and helping others to create choice and freedom in their lives by leading with love!Join us on this episode as we discuss:• 9:05 - Transferring leadership development training skills from one industry to another.• 17:50 - Passion behind creating safe spaces of belonging, community and conn...
2023-04-1333 minThe Small Business School PodcastKnowing Your Audience with Haley DaganWelcome back small business owners!On the podcast today, we welcome guest Haley Dagan! Haley is the founder and CEO of The Written World, a copywriting and content creation agency, serving small businesses and creative services agencies across the U.S. and Canada. After losing her corporate job during the pandemic in hospitality marketing, instead of looking at other corporate marketing positions, she looked within and dove head-first into entrepreneurship. Now leading a team of 6, she brings her love of the written word to help others do what they love while getting more visible online....
2023-04-1134 minThe Small Business School PodcastSo You Want To Buy a FranchiseThank you for joining me on the next episode of the School For Small Business Podcast!Today we are going to be talking all about franchising. Buying a franchise, being a part of one or franchising your own business. With my 15 years of experience in accounting, I’ve been asked questions on this topic numerous times and wanted to share how my thoughts on franchising can be implemented into mindshift changes within your own business. It is a great skill as a small business owner to be able to look at what works in one ind...
2023-04-0619 minThe Small Business School PodcastBuilding Connections and Community Online with Inbal ClaudioWelcome back small business owners!On this episode we invite guest Inbal Claudio to the podcast! Inbal is a successful entrepreneur, passionate about helping women looking to grow their business! She is the business owner of Goldwick Candles and the founder of Like Minded Collective, a free social networking platform for women entrepreneurs to build relationships, amplify their business and learn together! She believes in connecting and teaching small business owners how to successfully promote, engage and have an online presence! So listen to this episode to hear more about:• 6:18 - Finding what wo...
2023-04-0431 minThe Small Business School PodcastUncovering Your Magic with Helen ThackerWelcome back small business owners!On this episode we invite guest Helen Thacker to the podcast! Helen has been a solo entrepreneur for 19 years, building award-winning, six-figure businesses from scratch both inside and outside of the corporate world. Her successful career has included financial recruitment and network marketing and now she is fulfilling her passion as a sought-after Sales and Strategy Mentor to coaches and entrepreneurs across all industries.Helen loves to inspire, encourage and uncover the unique purpose and joy within each business that we all possess! So join us to hear more about:
2023-04-0424 minThe Small Business School PodcastConnecting Board of Directors Concepts to Your Small BusinessThank you for joining us on the next episode of the School For Small Business Podcast!In this solo episode, I’ll discuss how concepts I’ve learned from my experience with sitting on a board for an organization, agency or Fortune 500 company can be valuable to your small business! At first glance you might not think this will apply to you, but I’ve kept this episode short, sweet and to the point so you can see how it does and its great impact!Tune in to hear about:• 4:55 - What a board typicall...
2023-03-3014 minThe Small Business School PodcastStepping Into Your Business Identity With Jessica BurgioWelcome back small business owners!Today on this episode we invite Jessica Burgio to the podcast! After 22 years as a hair stylist and eventually salon owner, Jessica is passionate about building up creative small businesses, beauty professionals and accidental entrepreneurs in helping them understand what it looks like to embrace their roles and goals! An author and podcaster, Jessica loves diving into authentic stories so we can inspire each other in the middle of the hard stuff!Finding your niche, where you shine the most and what feels the best in your business can...
2023-03-2832 minThe Small Business School PodcastBeginning Again: What I Learned After Selling My BusinessThank you for joining us on this next episode of the School For Small Business Podcast!I’m excited to bring you this solo episode where I discuss what it’s like to leave behind a successful business, to be on the other side of it and the lessons I’ve learned along the way!The foundation of my business mindset has always been to ultimately do more and better for people, so it has certainly been a journey of self discovery! Tune in to hear more about:• 4:10 - Grasping and evolving in the diff...
2023-03-2326 minThe Small Business School PodcastRoadmap to Clarity When Hiring with Jackie ServissWelcome back small business owners!Our next guest on the podcast is Jackie Serviss! Jackie is a seasoned Human Resources Executive and Certified Executive Coach (CEC), with over a decade of assisting leaders in aligning people strategies and talent acquisition best practices to scale their organization. With a passion for driving sustainable business growth through the power of people, Jackie is focused on strategic partnerships with businesses to drive results, build teams and create sustainable impact!There are so many simple lessons I wish I learned in the early stages of hiring and delegating...
2023-03-2146 minThe Small Business School PodcastConfidence and Vision with Lisa WebbThank you for joining us on this second weekly episode of the School For Small Business Podcast! I’m excited to introduce our next guest, Lisa Webb! A CEO, author and traveler just to name a few, Lisa has spent a decade of her adult life rebuilding her community, networking, and finding sisterhood all over the world, chronicling her journey through books and blogging. Lisa’s global experiences were the driving force behind founding the Wine, Women & Well-Being organization for women to become empowered and inspired, while finding a sense of community and connection, no matter where they’...
2023-03-1630 minThe Small Business School PodcastWhere to Start in Online Selling with Sarah JanselWelcome back small business owners!On this week’s episode we invite guest Sarah Jansel! Sarah is the CEO of Jansel & Co, where she and her team build, brand, and grow awesome websites on Shopify and Kajabi. Combined with having worked 20 years in business operations and as a Shopify store owner, Sarah took these passions to a new level by using that knowledge to help clients get products and services online through coaching, client services, community building and many other amazing resources!Valuing Sarah’s ability to bring a deep understanding of business to the tabl...
2023-03-1430 minThe Small Business School PodcastLife Lessons in Business and ParentingThank you for joining us on this second weekly episode of the School For Small Business Podcast! Today I am thrilled to bring you this solo episode on 2 things that are so near to my heart; being a parent and a business owner! Over the years I have discovered 5 major lessons I want to share with you that can be applicable to both areas. I believe these can have a great impact on having a better business AND a better family life!Tune in to hear what I’ve learned in:• 1:55 - Self care and p...
2023-03-0920 minThe Small Business School PodcastCommunicating Your Brand with Matthew AllynWelcome back small business owners!On this week’s episode of the podcast, we invite guest Matthew Allyn! With a background in engineering and a love of fitness and creative marketing, Matthew helps business owners step into their power as leaders online. He coaches others to uncover their values, what they stand for and how to turn it into clear content on social media for their ideal clients! So that’s exactly what we discuss on today’s episode, as we start to hear about Matthew’s personal journey of how he came across this passion...
2023-03-0731 minThe Small Business School PodcastTaking Calculated Risks with Laura SinclairThank you for joining us on the 5th episode of The School For Small Business Podcast!Today, we welcome to the podcast our guest, Laura Sinclair! Laura is a business mentor, social media coach and the owner of a social media marketing agency - The LJ Social Agency. Combining her experience in the corporate marketing world and her time as a small business gym owner, Laura loves helping Moms successfully grow their small business, while living a fulfilled life!Throughout her vast career experience from choosing to close her own business due to the pandemic...
2023-02-2830 minThe Small Business School PodcastTactics vs. Mindset Investing in Your BusinessWelcome back business owners and thank you for joining us on the next episode of The School For Small Business Podcast! Have you stopped to ask yourself, what does my business really need? What do I need as a leader in my business, or where should I invest my energy?In my 15 years of experience in working with entrepreneurs, I’ve been able to see the ins, the outs and the behind the scenes of running a business. There is so much out there in terms of what to invest in, so in this episode I t...
2023-02-2120 minThe Small Business School PodcastEvolving Your Business Mindset with Kimberley ValerieWelcome back to the next episode of the School For Small Business Podcast!My guest today is Kimberley Valerie! Kimberley is an ambitious and energetic “serial entrepreneur”. She has started and sold many successful businesses, and currently operates 3 with her husband! Being in the corporate world as a social worker for over 12 years, Kimberley has taken her passion for human behavior and crisis management and combined it with the ability to see opportunities and build. Coming from little experience and being self taught in the business world, I wanted to ask Kimberley what her major take...
2023-02-1429 minThe Small Business School PodcastSocial Media and Impact with Kristina BartoldThank you for joining us on the second episode of the School For Small Business Podcast!Today my guest is the amazing Kristina Bartold! Kristina is the CEO of the Social Snippet, a social media agency with the focus on helping businesses build their online digital communities! She is passionate about helping people market their dreams and goals! As small business owners, we can’t avoid social media and how to use it impactfully. So I wanted to have Kristina on the podcast so we could cover all things social strategy and how to utilize it...
2023-02-0728 minThe Small Business School PodcastWelcome to the School For Small BusinessWelcome to the first episode of the School For Small Business Podcast!This is a place where small business owners can come to learn the keys to business on their own terms, especially if you’ve ever called yourself an accidental entrepreneur! I’m your host Staci Millard, a CPA by trade with over 15 years of experience building my business to 7 figures.Understanding the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, I believe it doesn’t have to be hard! I’m so excited to pour into this podcast, talk about what it really takes to be succes...
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