In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Mickie Kennedy, founder of eReleases, about securing local press for small businesses. They discuss Mickie’s journey, tips for effectively pitching to local media, common mistakes, and his best business advice. Mickie Kennedy is the Founder and President of eReleases, the small business leader for press release distribution, now […]
How to Build An Online Community
In today’s digital age, building an online community has become an essential strategy for small business owners to connect with their audience, foster engagement, and drive growth. An online community offers a platform for building relationships, sharing knowledge, and creating brand advocates. It can also be a source of revenue with a subscription membership site. […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: How Getting Rest Can Grow Your Business with Alyson Caffrey
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Alyson Caffrey about her journey as a solo entrepreneur and the importance of setting boundaries. They delve into the Sabbatical Method, overcoming guilt in business, and maintaining work-life balance through self-discipline. The discussion concludes with the best business advice Alyson has received. Alyson Caffrey is a small business […]
Pros and Cons of Hiring Family Members in Your Small Business
It can be tricky to hire family members in your small business. It can be both rewarding and challenging. Hiring family members can bring a sense of trust, loyalty, and shared vision to your business, fostering a tight-knit team environment. However, it also comes with its own set of potential pitfalls. In this blog post, […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Fund Your Business From Investors with Lisha Bell
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Lisha Bell about her journey into angel investing and venture capital. They delve into understanding different types of investors, common mistakes in seeking investment, and strategies for securing angel investors. They also discuss how to effectively pitch to potential investors and understand due diligence, closing with Lisha’s best […]
The Essential Ingredients of Business Success
In business, success is not merely a destination but a journey. It’s a journey paved with challenges, opportunities, and pivotal moments that shape its destiny. While each entrepreneurial journey is unique, there are certain essential ingredients that consistently contribute to success. In business, success is not merely a stroke of luck or the result of […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Be in Business For Yourself, Not By Yourself with Melinda Emerson
In this episode, Melinda discusses the role of teamwork and mastermind groups in business, shares tools for improving personal productivity, and offers tips on balancing business and child care. She talks about the importance of building a sales team, the value of mentors, and introduces the SmallBizLady Academy. Listen to the podcast below: This […]
Can You Turn a Side Hustle into an Empire?
The concept of the side hustle has gained significant traction in the last few years. No one is confined to the traditional nine-to-five grind these days. Especially since 2020, people have been increasingly developing side hustles to supplement their income, pursue their passions, and, yes, even build empires. I’m asked the question often, “Can a […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit it & Quit It with Angelic Williams and Aprelle Duany
In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes Angelic Williams and Aprelle Duany for a lively discussion. They delve into their “Hit it and Quit It” philosophy, share favorite business apps, and offer some old school marketing tips. The discussion wraps up with their best business book recommendations, including a favorite from Melinda. Angelic Williams is an […]
Celebrate National Small Business Week 2024
Join me and the Small Business Administration for National Small Business Week from April 28 – May 4, 2024. This is our nation’s celebration of the 33.5 million small businesses across the country. Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and this is our week to shine as entrepreneurs, employers, and innovative startups. The last […]
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