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The SmallBizChat Podcast: From Management Mess to Leadership Success with Scott J. Miller

October 22, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Scott Miller is a leadership expert and host of one of the world's biggest and fastest-growing podcasts devoted to leadership, FranklinCovey On Leadership. He started his professional career in the real estate development division of the Walt Disney Company and received a B.A. in Organizational Communication from Rollins College in 1996. Scott joined Covey Leadership Center as … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: courage, courageous leader, leadership approach, leadership style, leadership success, manage your business, resilient

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Helping Your Employees Be Safe and Stay Motivated During COVID-19 with Lori M. Ruffin

October 15, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Lori Ruffin is an entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of the COO Team, formerly known as Stream Strategic Planning Co. With extensive experience in the international and national non-profit world's inner workings, Lori joins her clients on their journey to expand their business and create the systems they need to grow their organization. She is passionate about helping leaders … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: manage a remote worker, motivation, remote team, small business team, Team, work from home, working remotely

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Leadership Strategies During the Coronavirus Pandemic with Andrew Andrews-Ramirez

October 8, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Andrew Andrews-Ramirez is a former infantry soldier turned entrepreneur. He graduated from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business after leaving the military. Andrew is the CEO of VargasAndrews, an international professional services company that specializes in business turnarounds. With a passion for transforming businesses and business owners' lives, he helps … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business leaders, coronavirus crisis, entrepreneurs, failures in leadership, leadership, leadership strategies, Veteran Entrepreneurs

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Being Brilliantly Resilient with Mary Fran Bontempo

October 1, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Mary Fran Bontempo is the Co-Founder of Brilliantly Resilient, a podcast that teaches audiences strategies and tools to thrive in the face of adversity and beyond. Mary is a TEDx speaker and the author of four books, including The 15-Minute Master, which focuses on her son’s heroin addiction and how to navigate a crisis. She is a Bucks Happening Author Award winner and was … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: being brilliantly resilient, coping mechanism, finding motivation, power of faith, prepare for the unexpected, resilience, tribe of people

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Understanding the Needs of Children and Teachers During COVID-19 with Steve Bollar

September 24, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Steve Bollar is an education expert and the Founder of Stand Tall Steve, a company that works with forward-thinking organizations to improve their culture and develop new ideas and leadership skills. Steve is a virtual and live motivational speaker, consultant, mentor, trainer, professional personality, and coach. He is the author of Stand Tall Leadership: Stand Tall to Think … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: changing situation in schools, COVID-19 education system, education, hybrid learning, positive reinforcement, teachers, virtual learning

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Understanding PPP Loans with Dawn Brolin

September 17, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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  Dawn Brolin is a certified public accountant, fraud examiner, and the Chief Executive Office of Powerful Accounting, a nationally recognized accounting, tax, and consulting firm. Dawn has in-depth accounting and business expertise, working in the field for more than nineteen years. She is a QuickBooks expert, a former member of the Intuit Accountant Advisory … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: bookkeeping, financial paperwork, financial reporting, government-funded resources, Paycheck Protection Program loan, PPP loan forgiveness, PPP loan money

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Mastering Your Brand Story with Kim I. Plyler

September 10, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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  Kim I. Plyler is the CEO and president of SahlComm Inc., a public relations and creative communications firm based in Pennsylvania. Kim is a public speaker, PR strategist, Certified Optimize Coach, and author of Master Your Story, It Matters! She has written speeches for admirals in the US navy, has an education in theatre with a Bachelor of Arts degree from DeSales … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: authenticity, brand, brand story, brand strategy, company narrative, connect with people, refurbishing your brand

The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Protect Your Small Business From Cybercrime with Kristin Judge


September 3, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Kristin Judge is a speaker, cybersecurity expert, and a dedicated advocate against cybercrime. She is the CEO and President of Cyber Crime Support Network and the Principal and owner of Opcio Solutions, LLC, both of which strive to promote cybersafety. Additionally, Kristin is a member of the World Economic Forum’s Partnership Against Cybercrime alliance. Before her current … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: cybercrime, cybercriminals, cybersecurity best practices, scams, small business cybercrimes, tactics scammers use, victim of cybercrime

The SmallBizChat Podcast: “Aisle Nine” Secrets for Effective Sales Copy with Sean McCool

August 27, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Sean McCool is an award-winning digital marketing consultant, strategist, and performance coach with 34 years of experience in sales, marketing, and copywriting. Sean is the founder of Sean McCool Consulting, where he helps companies worldwide build their digital presence, enhance customer experience, and ensure that online visitors ultimately convert to clients. Sean is also … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: conversion goals, copywriting, effective sales funnel, hiring a copywriter, sales copy, tracking conversion, writing compelling copy

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Mastering Money Mindset with Vanessa A. Lindley

August 20, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Vanessa A. Lindley is a consultant, speaker, coach, and the CEO of The Lindley Consulting Group, LLC., a personal and professional development consultancy. Throughout her career, Vanessa has worked with brands including Citi, Chase, National Urban League, and the Children’s Aid Society. Vanessa is also a guest lecturer at Columbia University, the author of Achieve Financial … ⟶

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Filed Under: The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: build wealth, debt, emergency fund, financial planning, managing personal and business finances, money mindset, small business budget

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