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November 2024 #SmallBizChat: What is Premium Financing?

November 27, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

#Smallbizchat Podcast LIVE is a monthly video interview show where small business owners can get answers to their questions. The focus of #Smallbizchat is to end small business failure by helping participants succeed as your own boss. Please join us live every third Wednesday of the month from 8-9 pm ET Live on my SmallBizLady Facebook […]

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The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Leverage Supplier Diversity to Grow Your Business with Sharon Manker

December 12, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson introduces guest Sharon Maker, an expert in supplier diversity. Sharon shares insights from her career path, emphasizing the importance of positioning small businesses for opportunities with large companies. The discussion highlights major certifying bodies crucial for small businesses seeking to enhance their marketability and competitiveness. Sharon Manker, M.Ed is an […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business certification, Business Strategies, career path, entrepreneurship, expert insights, large company opportunities, small business advice, small business growth, Small Business Management, supplier diversity

The SmallBizChat Podcast: What is Premium Financing with Dr. Verneka Murphy

November 29, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Dr. Verneka Murphy to explore the concept of becoming your own bank through premium finance. The discussion begins with an overview of how life insurance plays a crucial role in this financial strategy. Dr. Murphy delves into the potential risks and impacts of premium financing on estate […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: Business Advice. Starting Premium Financing, entrepreneurship, Estate Planning, Financial Strategies, life insurance, Premium Finance, small business, wealth management

The SmallBizChat Podcast: I Have Evidence with Melinda Emerson

August 29, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson shares her personal story about dealing with home disasters, including experiences with insurance, Servpro, and moving her office. Melinda recounts a gas leak incident, highlighting a neighbor’s alert and the troubleshooting process. She reflects on the gas leak source and other recent incidents and their impact on her perspectives. The […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business insurance, business resilience, entrepreneurship, gas leak safety, home disasters, homeowner safety tips, office relocation, small business advice, SmallBizLady Academy, women entrepreneurs

The SmallBizChat Podcast: It’s Your Make It Season with Melinda Emerson

October 24, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson delves into the challenges posed by current economic pressures and how small business owners can adapt. The discussion covers the importance of reassessing revenue models and the potential of leveraging AI in business operations. Emphasis is placed on maintaining a resilient mindset and setting clear business goals. The conversation shifts […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business goals, business resilience, customer experience, economic pressures, innovation, leveraging AI, marketing strategies, networking, revenue models, small business advice

The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Select a Franchise Business with Dr. Robert Needham

October 10, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Dr. Robert A. Needham to explore overcoming economic slavery and fear in entrepreneurship. They discuss the advantages and downsides of franchising and highlight the importance of maintaining a high gross margin in business. Dr. Needham shares his best business advice, providing listeners with valuable insights for navigating […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business advice, business success tips, economic freedom, entrepreneurship, franchising benefits, franchising challenges, high gross margin, overcoming fear, small business strategies

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit It or Quit It with Joanne Eriaku, Yvonne E.L. Silver, and Dr. Robert Needham

October 17, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes back guests Joanne Eriaku, Yvonne E.L. Silver, and Dr. Robert A. Needham, JD, for an engaging discussion on tried-and-true marketing strategies and impactful business literature. The conversation kicks off with each guest sharing their favorite old school marketing tips, followed by a lively discussion on the best business books […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business advice, business books, Business Strategies, entrepreneurship, expert insights, marketing tips, small business, Small Business Management, SmallBizLady Academy

The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Have 300% Increase in Sales Connections with Yvonne E.L. Silver

October 3, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Yvonne E.L. Silver, who shares her expertise on sales strategies tailored for women entrepreneurs. They discuss the art of influence in sales and effective methods for approaching potential sales targets. Yvonne highlights common sales mistakes and provides valuable advice for small business owners to overcome them. Yvonne […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business advice, entrepreneurship, expert insights, potential sales targets, sales influence, sales mistakes, sales strategies, small business, Small Business Management, women entrepreneurs

The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Leverage AI to Grow Your Business with Joanne Eriaku

September 26, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Joanne Eriaku, who brings her expertise in AI to the discussion. They explore common misconceptions about AI and its practical applications for small businesses. Joanne outlines steps for implementing AI effectively while emphasizing the importance of data security. The conversation also delves into the challenges, risks, and […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: AI challenges, AI implementation, AI in small business, AI misconceptions, AI readiness master class, AI risks, boosting sales tips, data security, future of AI, small business strategies

September 2024 #SmallBizChat: How to Use AI to Grow Your Business

September 19, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

#Smallbizchat Podcast LIVE is a monthly video interview show where small business owners can get answers to their questions. The focus of #Smallbizchat is to end small business failure by helping participants succeed as your own boss. Please join us live every third Wednesday of the month from 8-9 pm ET Live on my SmallBizLady Facebook […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, SmallBizChat Live+ Tagged With: AI for business growth, generate revenue with ai, myths about ai

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