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October 2025 #SmallBizChat: Executive Function Support and Grants for 40+ Entrepreneurs

October 16, 2025 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: adult coaching, coaching vs. tutoring, dynamic pricing, entrepreneurial journey, entrepreneurship, evaluating deals, executive function coaching, money-saving strategies, parent involvement, shopping tech tools, shrinkflation, SmallBizChat, SmallBizChat LIVE, student support, tech tools for coaching, Threadneedle Alley Foundation

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit It and Quit It with Jared Kallen and Trae Bodge

October 23, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson engages in an insightful conversation with guests, Jared Kallen and Trae Bodge, sharing their favorite podcasts and indispensable business apps, providing listeners with fresh resources for their entrepreneurial journey. The episode continues with a look at favorite old school marketing tips and impactful business books, offering a blend of classic […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, Leadership, Sales, SmallBizChat, Teams, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business advice, business apps, business books, business promotions, entrepreneurship, marketing tips, podcast recommendations, small business, Small Business Management

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Executive Function Support with Jared Kallen

October 9, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes Jared Kallen to discuss the nuances of executive function coaching. Jared shares his journey into this field, distinguishing it from traditional tutoring and therapy. The conversation explores how to identify when someone needs executive function support and compares coaching strategies for students and adults, highlighting the role of parent […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: adult coaching, business advice, Business Strategies, coaching vs. tutoring, entrepreneurship, executive function coaching, parent involvement, small business, student support, tech tools for coaching

The SmallBizChat Podcast: How Small Businesses Solve Real-World Problems with Jim Beach

October 2, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes Jim Beach to explore various facets of entrepreneurship. Jim discusses the role of creativity, risk, and passion in building a business and shares his insights on the impact of ChatGPT on business productivity. The conversation also delves into his radio show and media presence, highlighting top mistakes made by […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business advice, Business Productivity, ChatGPT, entrepreneurship, Environmental Issues, Jim Beach, Media Presence, New Entrepreneurs, Responsible Entrepreneurship, small business strategies

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit It and Quit It with Toni Harris Taylor and Michelle Songy

September 25, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson presents the “Hit It and Quit It” segment, engaging in lively discussions on key business topics with Toni Harris Taylor and Michelle Songy. Each guest shares their favorite podcast, a business app they find indispensable, a marketing tip, and a business book that has impacted them. Toni Harris Taylor, an […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, Leadership, Sales, SmallBizChat, Teams, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business apps, business books, business tips, entrepreneurship, expert panel discussion, favorite podcasts, marketing strategies, Small Biz Lady Academy, small business, small business advice

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Will AI Replace the SmallBizLady with Melinda Emerson

September 4, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson delves into the challenges and opportunities SaaS brands face in building brand awareness. She explores the evolving landscape of AI versus human coaching in business, sharing insights on her unique strengths and the future role of AI in coaching. The discussion extends to integrating AI into business strategies, offering practical […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: AI in business, Brand Awareness, business advice, Business Strategies, entrepreneurship, future of AI, human coaching, SaaS challenges, sales accelerator, small business

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit It and Quit It with Michelle Songy and Ryan Hogan

August 28, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson hosts a panel discussion with Michelle Songy and Ryan Hogan. Each guest shares their favorite podcast, a business app they find indispensable, a marketing tip, and a business book that has impacted them. Michelle Songy is the Founder and CEO of Press Hook, a media platform that helps small businesses […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, Leadership, Sales, SmallBizChat, Teams, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business apps, business books, business tips, entrepreneurship, expert panel discussion, favorite podcasts, marketing strategies, Small Biz Lady Academy, small business, small business advice

The SmallBizChat Podcast: How to Hire Effectively with Ryan Hogan

August 7, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson introduces Ryan Hogan, CEO and founder of Talent Harbor, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and expertise in hiring strategies for small businesses. Ryan shares insights on the necessary mindset shift for effective hiring and common mistakes made when hiring sales staff. The conversation delves into attracting talent in a small […]

Filed Under: SmallBizChat, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: attracting talent, business advice, contractors vs employees, entrepreneurship, evaluating candidates, hiring red flags, hiring strategies, mindset shift, sales staff mistakes, small business advice

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit It and Quit It with Toni Johnson, Sherill Mosee, and Natalia Caylor

July 31, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson hosts a panel discussion with Natalia Caylor, Sherill Mosee, and Toni Johnson. Each guest shares their favorite podcast, a business app they find indispensable, a marketing tip, and a business book that has impacted them. Toni Johnson is the Head Chef and CEO of The Jamaican Pattie Shop. A plant-based […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, Leadership, Sales, SmallBizChat, Teams, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business apps, business books, business tips, entrepreneurship, expert panel discussion, favorite podcasts, marketing strategies, Small Biz Lady Academy, small business, small business advice

The SmallBizChat Podcast: Hit It and Quit It with Leyanis Diaz and Tara Landes

June 26, 2025 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

In this episode, Melinda Emerson presents highlights from the Hit It and Quit It Panel where experts Leyanis Diaz and Tara Landes share quick insights and strategies for small business success. The discussion includes top business book recommendations, providing valuable resources for entrepreneurs seeking knowledge and inspiration. Melinda offers acknowledgments and shares information about SmallBizLady […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, Leadership, Sales, SmallBizChat, Teams, The SmallBizChat Podcast Tagged With: business advice, business books, business podcasts, Business Strategies, entrepreneurship, expert insights, marketing tips, Small Biz Lady Academy, small business, Small Business Management

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