B.O.O.S.T. Podcast
109 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsWhether you're an entrepreneur, small business owner or business professional, this podcast provides you with immediate access to tools, tips and tactics to Build Your Brand, Optimize Relationships, Obtain More Leads, Secure Thought Leadership Space and Tap into New Markets. Each episode is dedicated to relevant topics to help listeners B.O.O.S.T.® their business success!
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Show Me the Money | Paul Halme EP104
September 22, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 10.7 MBManaging finances can be a tricky proposition for any small business owner. In this episode, best-selling author, international speaker, and financial advisor, Paul Halme shares the biggest issues entrepreneurs and small business leaders must address, the best way for people to get started investing, and strategies to build passive income. Resources: IG: https://www.instagram.com/paul.halme/ Website: https://paulhalme.com/ Let's Stay in Touch! LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the...
Dismantling Dysfunction| Dr. Anne Dranitsaris & Heather Dranitsaris-Hilliard EP103
September 08, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBMother/daughter duo, Dr. Anne Dranitsaris and Heather Dranitsaris-Hilliard have a passion for dismantling dysfunction in organizations by helping individuals and organizations to achieve their best and highest human development and fulfillment. They’re experts in behavioral change, leadership and organizational transformation, and interpersonal dynamics. During our conversation, we cover what gets in the way of people establishing themselves as thought leaders, strategies for people who are...
The Final Frontier | Samson Williams Gray EP102
August 25, 2022 03:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBSamson Williams is an anthropologist who specializes in crisis management, specifically for banks, financial institutions and the odd 3 letter agency (shhhh). Today he's helping us to de-code blockchain, crypto, and the Space Economy. We also tackle why good ole fashioned real estate remains as THE best investment. Resources: Book: Blockchain & The Space Economy Website: www.samsonwilliams.com Let's Stay in Touch! LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-)) Twitter Insta...
S-E-Oh! | Michael Buzinski EP101
August 11, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MBIf you’re running a service-based business, you’ll want to tune (and take notes). In this episode, Michael Buzinski (President of Buzzworthy Integrated Marketing) shares the biggest mistake business owners make when approaching website marketing, why organic social media marketing does NOT work for lead generation, and the best inbound marketing tactics for lead generation. Resources: Book: The Rule of 26 Email: [email protected] Website: www.buzzworthy.biz LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com...
Hire & Keep Great People | Mitch Gray EP100
July 28, 2022 08:00 - 21 minutes - 9.9 MBCreating a culture of permission … where everyone is able to bring their full self to work … requires leaders to give trust quickly and constantly according to Mitch Gray. Easier said than done? Absolutely! In this episode, Mitch shares practical guidance to help us develop a brand of leadership that is at its deepest level – human. It’s all about leadership that inspires others, attracts and retains great people, and yields an empowering culture. Resources: Podcast: The Mitch Gray Show B...
Scale to Seven Figures | Lisa Anderson EP99
July 13, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 6.47 MBLisa Anderson is a Strategic Business Advisor and Virtual CFO with Anavo Transformation Solutions where she is helping a million achieve millions, scale their businesses, and build their legacies using the PULSE Profit Method of business growth. In this episode, you’ll hear about some of the challenges small business owners face when scaling their business, strategies to transform your network into a million dollar proposition, the power of strategic partnerships, and what it means to truly ...
Success as a Solopreneur | Andrea White EP98
June 30, 2022 08:00 - 21 minutes - 9.96 MBI LOVE a good acronym! And, this one is B.R.A.N.D. as defined by my guest, Andrea White. As quick background, Andrea is a private sector and entrepreneurial Business Consultant and Strategist with decades of experience helping solopreneurs use results proven marketing strategies to save time, money, and effort and to bypass overwhelm, frustration, detours, and dead ends in growing their business. We chat about the five key ingredients of a compelling brand and how business owners can increas...
Powerful & Profitable Events | Shay Wheat EP97
June 17, 2022 00:00 - 24 minutes - 11.3 MBIf you want to scale your business, consider the power of hosting profitable events. My guest, Shay Wheat, is a Certified Event Producer™ and Creator of popular programs such as “The Powerful Event Process” and “The Ultimate Event Planner Certification Program”. Shay steps us through why every business plan should incorporate events, the type of event(s) you should be doing depending on your business stage, the best ways to engage a virtual audience, and more. Resources: Website: www.Gra...
Investing in Mental Real Estate | Nicole Wilhelm EP96
June 02, 2022 15:00 - 20 minutes - 9.36 MBCo-managing a wife and husband real estate team, Nicole Wilhelm found her passion is guiding others home through owning their mental AND physical real estate. We chat about the importance of honoring mental space, positive mindset, why it’s important to work harder on ourselves than our businesses, and more. Resources: Website: https://www.thewilhelmteam.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewilhelms/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolerwilhelm/ Let's Stay in T...
Transformational Process Management | Bola Audena EP95
May 19, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MBBola Audena is a speaker, Business Strategy and Operations Consultant, and CEO of MBA Growth Partners where she’s helped thousands of clients align their strategic goals with their day to day operations, expand into new markets, build operational efficiencies, and track their business performance through metrics leveraging the Evolve Change Management framework. Today, we discuss post-COVID business themes, organization culture change, operationalizing new systems and processes, and more. ...
Let’s Reveal Wealth | Broderick Young & Al Johnson EP94
May 05, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBThe world’s greatest athletes understand the value of engaging a great coach. So, if you’re not advancing your wealth management goals perhaps a coach is exactly what you need. In this episode, B.O.O.S.T.® podcast sponsors, Broderick Young and Al Johnson, debunk money myths and provide a few actionable tips to help you establish a plan to secure your financial future. This dynamic duo co-founded Reveal Wealth, A Maryland-based wealth management and financial planning firm. Collectively wi...
What’s in a Brand? | Swire Ho EP93
April 21, 2022 09:00 - 17 minutes - 7.87 MBBased in sunny California, Swire Ho is a promotional product, marketing & branding expert who helps customers grow sales, retain employees and thank their customers with custom branded products. In our power-packed conversation we cover topics like customer journey, customer satisfaction, the power of shareable content, strategies to define your dream client, and more! Resources: www.garudapromo.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/swire-ho-thepromoguy-6b90631/ Let's Stay in Touch! Linked...
Unleashing Your Inner Networking Animal | Rochelle Groh EP91
April 07, 2022 14:00 - 21 minutes - 10 MBRochelle Groh is an expat living in the U.K. and she's the co-founder of Cutclass, where she helps people pivot from their 9 to 5 to start their own business + grow their business through the power of business networking. If you want more business leads in your life, this episode is just for you. You’ll not only learn to LOVE networking, but you will learn to unlock your inner networking animal, positioning you to be a lean, mean lead generation machine! Resources: https://www.letscutcl...
Unleashing Your Inner Networking Animal | Rochelle Groh EP90
April 07, 2022 14:00 - 21 minutes - 10 MBRochelle Groh is an expat living in the U.K. and she's the co-founder of Cutclass, where she helps people pivot from their 9 to 5 to start their own business + grow their business through the power of business networking. If you want more business leads in your life, this episode is just for you. You’ll not only learn to LOVE networking, but you will learn to unlock your inner networking animal, positioning you to be a lean, mean lead generation machine! Resources: https://www.letscutcl...
Say No to Say Yes | Nikole Stanfield EP91
March 24, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBSince 2014 Nikole Stanfield has owned her own business and worked to improve herself through personal development. After personally experiencing burnout, she now helps entrepreneurs who struggle to take time away from their business to create a sustainable work-life balance. In our conversation, we chat about how to say 'no' in the face of FOMO, setting healthy boundaries with clients and more. Resources: www.myintuitioncoach.com [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/ni...
Say No to Say Yes | Nikole Stanfield EP92
March 24, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBSince 2014 Nikole Stanfield has owned her own business and worked to improve herself through personal development. After personally experiencing burnout, she now helps entrepreneurs who struggle to take time away from their business to create a sustainable work-life balance. In our conversation, we chat about how to say 'no' in the face of FOMO, setting healthy boundaries with clients and more. Resources: www.myintuitioncoach.com [email protected] https://www.linkedin.com/in/ni...
Your Unmanaged Cybersecurity Risk | Brian Guenther EP90
March 10, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBIn one of my last episodes of the Small Business Network, I interviewed Brian Guenther. Brian is the CEO of Exceed Cybersecurity & I.T. Services. We spoke about small businesses’ cybersecurity risk, including how to minimize your businesses’ exposure and the common outcomes of an organization suffering from a cyber-attack. If you want to build your brand, you need to invest in protecting it. Tune in and find out how. Resources: Watch our interview on YouTube https://www.linkedin.com/...
Compassion First Consulting| Charles Johnston EP89
February 10, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBEvery brand has stories to tell. Charles Johnston is passionate to share those stories to engage, inform, surprise, delight, and impact audiences. He’s a web designer, speaker, marketing consultant and chief digital ninja at HeartWired Digital Solutions. They help small businesses and nonprofits define their brand identity and share their story online so they can increase revenue and donations. In this episode, you’ll learn the importance of a website in relation to someone's brand versus so...
Uncover Your Competitive Advantages | Claire Chandler EP88
January 27, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBClaire Chandler is the founder of Talent Boost, a boutique consultancy fixated on helping the right investors fund and fuel the businesses of tomorrow. She knows how to size up, line up, and rev up businesses to maximize value creation. During our chat, she shares the most important thing business owners must get right to grow, how they know they're ready to take on an investor, and the biggest myth about attracting investors. Resources: Connect with Claire on LinkedIn Grab Claire’s FRE...
Navigating Challenging Negotiations | Susan Borke & Dee Bowden EP86
January 13, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBIf you’ve ever wanted to fine tune your negotiation and/or collection skills, you’ll find this episode super enlightening. Susan Borke (Principal of BorkeWorks) and Dee Bowden (Founder of BCS Solutions) share the essential elements of negotiation, tips to prepare for a negotiation, how to successfully collect cash that’s owed to you, and much more! Resources: Video replay on YouTube Connect with Susan on LinkedIn Connect with Dee on LinkedIn Let's Stay in Touch! LinkedIn (be su...
Unlock the Magic Within | Alan Heymann EP87
December 30, 2021 11:00 - 19 minutes - 8.76 MBEverything you need to reach your highest potential is already inside of you. Executive leadership and business, Alan Heymann specializes in helping introverts rise into their power and coaching them through transitions to reach their peak potential. We chat about how the pandemic has changed how we work, when’s the best time to engage a leadership coach, and more. Resources: Email: [email protected] Connect with Alan on LinkedIn Let's Stay in Touch! LinkedIn (be sure to ment...
The Great Career Mashup | Connie Steele EP85
December 17, 2021 16:00 - 19 minutes - 8.88 MBMany professionals struggle to navigate the new world of work while aligning personal purpose and professional advancement. In this episode, best-selling author, business and career strategist, and podcaster, Connie Steele shares what the new world of work entails, what it means for careers, and why folks need to be their own CEO to future-proof their career. Resources: Connect with Connie on LinkedIn https://www.conniewsteele.com/ https://www.bizofyou.co/ Let's Stay in Touch! Linke...
Own Your Amazing | Dr. Denise Moore Revel EP84
December 02, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes - 9.33 MBYou (yes, YOU) are amazing! And, in this episode, award-nominated-best-selling author, speaker, and personal development, business, and book coach, Dr. Denise Moore Revel will ignite and energize you to find the power in your unique voice. Live out loud and create the authentic and amazing life that’s uniquely you. Resources: Dr. Denise on LinkedIn www.OwnYourAmazingNow.com https://www.facebook.com/DrDeniseOwnYourAmazing Let's Stay in Touch! LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the...
The Social Media Sherpa | Shaily Hakimian EP83
November 18, 2021 18:00 - 20 minutes - 9.6 MBNeed to get more out of your business referral network using social media? Let Shaily Hakimian show you how. She stops business professionals and entrepreneurs from neglecting their referral network; teaching them how to be unforgettable and to bring their reputation online through guidance, clarity, and accountability! Tune in and take charge! Resources: https://www.yoursocialmediasherpa.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hakimian45/ Let's Stay in Touch! LinkedIn (be sure to mention y...
Business as a Force for Good | Carrie Fox EP82
November 04, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MBAs a part of my TV show, Small Business Network, I recently interviewed Carrie Fox. Carrie is the founder and CEO of Mission Partners, Benefit LLC; a woman-owned social impact communications firm and Certified B Corporation. During our conversation, we explored the differences between social and for-profit founders, what it means to be a B Corporation, conscious capitalism, and lots more. Resources: · Video replay on YouTube · Work with Carrie/Mission Partners, Benefit L...
Virtues Matter | Dave & Dara Feldman EP81
October 21, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MBIn a world full of uncertainty, one thing I know for sure … we could all use a little LOVE >> Language Of Virtues Everywhere. Dara and Dave Feldman are a dynamic wife & husband team and Founders of Virtues Matter; an organization whose mission is to help people lead lives of joy, meaning, and purpose. Dara is an author, speaker and was honored as Disney's 2005 Outstanding Elementary Teacher of the Year and Maryland's 2015 Mother of the Year. Dave is a social entrepreneur, community leader an...
The Diversity Movement | Jackie Ferguson EP80
October 07, 2021 15:00 - 18 minutes - 8.55 MBWondering why EVERY organization needs to care about diversity, equity and inclusion? Or why understanding privilege is so important? Well, Jackie Ferguson will tell you why. She’s a certified diversity executive, writer, speaker, co-founder of The Diversity Movement, a tech and programming focused business consultancy with a diversity lens. Jackie is also the host of the “Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox” podcast. Resources: · The Diversity Movement · Connect with Jackie on...
Talk About What You Do & Attract Perfect Clients | Maggy Sterner EP79
September 25, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBAs a part of my TV show, Small Business Network, I recently interviewed Brand & Business Coach, Maggy Sterner. She helps small businesses and entrepreneurs choose their target audience, define their niche, and focus their message so they attract perfect clients and earn consistent income. In this episode, you’ll hear Maggy demystify how to talk about your business in ways that immediately attract clients with the power of your words. Want to earn consistent revenue with your ideal buyers? ...
Stay Connected to What Matters | Louis Naylor EP78
September 09, 2021 10:00 - 7 minutes - 3.49 MBOnce upon a time, gathering in person was our preferred mode of connecting with one another. Then along came COVID, our worlds were turned upside down, and we were all forced to pivot. From that, virtual gatherings exploded and providers like Where’s My Meeting were birthed and flourished. Tune into this episode where I connect with Founder, Lou Naylor. He shares his entrepreneurial story and highlights the importance of being able to pull off high-quality hybrid or virtual events amid C...
Unlocking The Power to Speak Naked | Sean Tyler Foley EP77
August 26, 2021 22:00 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MBNeed to obtain more leads? Well, this episode is for you! Sean Tyler Foley (Tyler) is the author of the #1 best-selling book “The Power to Speak Naked”. Tyler helps folks to confidently take the stage, tell their story, and attract (and win) their ideal clients. How? By overcoming stage fright, sharing a compelling story (when nothing about your life seems “exciting”), and giving better, more engaging presentations, among other things. We pack a lot into this short conversation, so get read...
Build Your Dream Network | Kelly Hoey EP76
August 12, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MBToday’s episode features another Kelly … Kelly Hoey. She is a networking expert, speaker and author of “Build Your Dream Network: Forging Powerful Relationships In A Hyper-Connected World”. During our conversation, we chat about why introverts (yes, introverts) make great networkers, why networking needs a re-brand, what ONE thing you should do today to begin your journey as a better networker, and more! Resources: · Kelly Hoey’s website · Build Your Dream Network Let...
Building Company Culture | Cameron Heffernan EP75
August 02, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 13.5 MBAs a part of my TV show, Small Business Network, I recently interviewed Cameron Heffernan. He’s the Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of New Gig Solutions. During our conversation, Cameron and I chatted about building corporate culture and understanding the power of employees as ambassadors. Tune in for some extremely practical strategies you can adopt TODAY to empower your employees and supercharge your organization’s brand! Resources: Video replay on YouTube New Gig Solutions Co...
Talk Tech to Me | Jerome Leonard EP74
July 15, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutes - 8.9 MBAs technology continues to expand, opportunities to tap into the industry are widespread for all [even for those of us who are self-proclaimed non-techies]. In this episode, I chat with my husband and tech extraordinaire, Jerome Leonard. Jerome is a multi-cloud, cyber security technology leader. He has worked with some of the world’s most recognized high-tech companies including Oracle and currently Microsoft where he works with the World-Wide Learning organization to develop and deliver ro...
Talk Tech to Me - Jerome Leonard | EP74
July 15, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutes - 8.9 MBAs technology continues to expand, opportunities to tap into the industry are widespread for all [even for those of us who are self-proclaimed non-techies]. In this episode, I chat with my husband and tech extraordinaire, Jerome Leonard. Jerome is a multi-cloud, cyber security technology leader. He has worked with some of the world’s most recognized high-tech companies including Oracle and currently Microsoft where he works with the World-Wide Learning organization to develop and deliver ro...
The Joy of Selling | Katie Nelson EP73
July 01, 2021 17:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBThe halfway point of the calendar year is the perfect time to review your sales strategy and pipeline. And, if you don’t like what you see, tune into my interview with Katie Nelson. Katie is the Sales Catalyst & CEO of Sales UpRising. She helps business owners build their dream businesses and create 6-figures FAST using her signature “revenue-first” methodology. During our conversation, Katie shares what people fear the most about selling, what you can do to fall in love with selling, and t...
Collect the Cash | Dee Bowden EP72
June 17, 2021 14:00 - 20 minutes - 9.4 MBMore money, more problems? That doesn’t have to be the case according to Dee Bowden. Dee is an author, speaker and founder of BCS Solutions where she’s recovered millions of dollars for corporations and government agencies using three things: Problem Solving, Customer Service, and [her special sauce] Gratitude. If you’re struggling to collect the money that’s owed to your small business, this episode is for you!!! Resources: BCS Solutions website - www.collectthecash.biz Follow Dee on ...
June 3rd – How to be WOW in Every Online Meeting | Kim Foley EP71
June 03, 2021 15:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBBefore you attend your next online meeting, you’ll want to tune into my conversation with Kim Foley. Kim is President of Kim Foley, LLC where she helps individuals and teams maximize their credibility in virtual meetings and video presentations. Kim shares practical, actionable strategies to ensure you love the way you look, sound and feel in every online meeting. Resources: · Video replay on YouTube https://youtu.be/Z-qZxx-_BoA · Kim Foley LLC - https://www.kimfoley.com/...
How to be WOW in Every Online Meeting | Kim Foley EP71
June 03, 2021 15:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBBefore you attend your next online meeting, you’ll want to tune into my conversation with Kim Foley. Kim is President of Kim Foley, LLC where she helps individuals and teams maximize their credibility in virtual meetings and video presentations. Kim shares practical, actionable strategies to ensure you love the way you look, sound and feel in every online meeting. Resources: · Watch the video replay on YouTube https://youtu.be/Z-qZxx-_BoA · Kim Foley LLC - https://www.kim...
Podcast Tips, Tricks & Trends | Claude Jennings EP70
May 20, 2021 15:00 - 20 minutes - 9.52 MBHave you ever wanted to start a podcast? Or maybe you have a podcast but need to rethink your approach. In this episode my friend, fellow podcaster, and B.O.O.S.T.® podcast confidant, Claude Jennings and I dig into what’s hot and what’s not in podcasting, strategies to effectively monetize a podcast, and more. Resources: Let's Stay in Touch! LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-)) Twitter Instagram Facebook Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance
Healing America’s Small Businesses| Julie Verratti EP69
May 06, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBLeading up to National Small Business Week, I interviewed Julie Verratti, Associate Administrator, Office of Field Operations at the U.S. Small Business Administration. Prior to accepting the White House appointment, Julie was co-founder and Chief Brand Officer of Maryland-based Denizens Brewing Co. During our conversation, Julie and I explore the unique time of healing and recovery for America’s Small Businesses. We chatted about her new role at the SBA, the American Rescue Plan, small bu...
Mastering the Art of Negotiation | Susan Borke EP67
April 22, 2021 15:00 - 20 minutes - 9.63 MBGreat negotiation skills come from a combination of knowledge, training, and practice. In this episode, Susan Borke shares how her years of experience at CBS and National Geographic in legal and financial administration and her time as a soloprenuer have provided her with extensive opportunities to hone the negotiation techniques she teaches. Tune in for the tools you need to improve your negotiation skills! Then, connect with Susan online Resources: Borke Works - www.borkeworks.com Sus...
Navigating Your Legacy Roadmap | Michael Gottlieb EP66
April 08, 2021 17:00 - 20 minutes - 9.62 MBIn this episode Michael Gottlieb shares how he uses a psychology, business, and then law approach to create uniquely positive client relationships. Michael is the founder of Momentum Law Group and [more recently] Momentum Shift where he specializes in representing entrepreneurs. Tune in and then connect with Michael to tap into his unique approach to law and life - https://www.linkedin.com/in/msgottlieb/ | https://momentumlawyers.com/ | https://momentumlawyers.com/momentum-shift
You Can Hustle with Heart | Erin Harrigan EP65
March 25, 2021 14:00 - 17 minutes - 8.28 MBEver wondered if your work was aligned with your life’s calling? Or maybe you’re longing for deeper connectedness with your faith and work? Well, today’s episode features Erin Harrigan. Erin is an author, coach, podcast host and speaker known as the Hustle with Heart and Health Coach. She helps entrepreneurs bridge faith and business for lasting results. Tune in and then connect with Erin - https://www.erinharrigan.com | https://www.facebook.com/thehustlewithheartcoach | https://www.instagr...
Marketing to Corporate America in 2021 | EP64
March 15, 2021 11:55 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBDid you know that most large business are anxiously awaiting the opportunity to do business with local, small, and/or diverse businesses? This episode features Tracey Edwards – Senior Supplier Diversity Specialist at WSSC Water, Julia Hodge - Vice President for Supply Chain Management at Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, and Jon Suber – Manager, Supplier Diversity & Development at Freddie Mac. During our conversation, these dynamic panel shared best practices and programs to market...
Learn, Unlearn, Relearn | Wangari Kamau EP63
March 04, 2021 12:34 - 23 minutes - 11 MBWangari Kamau is a speaker, facilitator, and founder of Soma Global Consulting. She helps organizations continuously innovate to align people development programs with evolving business needs that fit with the future of work. During our conversation, we explored the challenges associated with ongoing remote work, upskilling workforces, the mental health implications of COVID, racism, and more. Tune in and then tap into Wangari’s genius - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wangari-kamau-gphr/ | https...
Representation Matters, so Rise & Run | EP63
February 25, 2021 14:49 - 33 minutes - 15.4 MBI was recently interviewed by my dear friend and fellow podcast host, Stephen A. Hart. On Stephen’s podcast, Trailblazers.FM, he digs deep into conversations with Black creatives, best-selling authors, entrepreneurs and business leaders. During the fun and information rich episode, Stephen and I coved a LOT of juicy topics; including how to practically move a thought from ideation to execution, the power of building strong associations, and my newest project - Rise & Run which seeks to remov...
Leveling Up on LinkedIn | Nena Abdul-Wakeel EP62
February 18, 2021 14:44 - 18 minutes - 8.49 MBIf your LinkedIn presence needs a little TLC, this episode is a must listen. I’m joined by Nena Abdul-Wakeel aka “Ms. Nena B”. Nena is the CEO of Walk Boldly, LLC where she leverages over 30 years of IT leadership and training experience to help new entrepreneurs to leverage LinkedIn for brand and business development. Nena and I chat about specific ways to improve your LinkedIn presence. The result? You’ll fall in love with the platform. Tune in. Apply what you hear. Then, head over to Lin...
Black Businesses Matter | EP61
February 10, 2021 20:33 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MBThis episode features Bola Audena, CEO & Managing Partner, MBA Growth Partners, Tony Parchment, Founder of Upstart Connectors, Inc and Co-Founder of MoCo Black Business Council, and C. Marie Taylor, President at Equity Through Action. Our conversation is a playback from Montgomery Community Media’s Small Business Network. The topic of our interview was Why Black Businesses Matter. We addressed the challenges that prevent Black-owned businesses from growing, ways to scale Black businesses, r...
Confessions of a Catalyst, Compass & Connector | Kelly Leonard EP60
January 28, 2021 12:45 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBI had the awesome pleasure of being interviewed on Erin Harrigan’s “Hustle with Heart” podcast. Her show helps entrepreneurs align results to God’s Truth. During my interview, I gave a quick glimpse into my entrepreneurial journey; including what drove my pivot to Cook Ross. I also shared how I came to capture the tag line of “catalyst, compass & connector”. I even shared a tip (or two) to improve your LinkedIn presence. Erin and I had such a fun conversation that I felt compelled to add to...
Hiring in a COVID World | Ellen Grealish & Stacey Jungreis EP59
January 14, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBAs a part of my TV show, Small Business Network, I interviewed Ellen Grealish (Co-founder of FlexProfessionals) and veteran HR consultant, Stacey Jungreis. Our topic was hiring in a COVID world. We tackled questions like how small businesses can balance hiring while minimizing financial risk, tips for interviewing candidates remotely, best practices to terminate an employee in a virtual environment, and more. This episode is a must listen if your company is struggling to navigate the comple...