Enterprise NOW!
179 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsEnterprise NOW! is a business talk show that seeks to educate, motivate, and inspire current business owners as well as aspiring entrepreneurs on a variety of business related topics. Enterprise NOW! features entrepreneurs and business leaders from various industries and fields.
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EP 075: Is your pain great enough to take the first step? – LuSundra Everett
December 25, 2017 05:00 - 28 minutes - 22.8 MBShe talks about moving around a lot and how that has actually helped her develop a unique skill-set that benefits her business. We talk about how you can’t play and coach at the same time in the game of business. LuSundra also talks about how business owners need to raise their hand when they need help. Our sponsor for this episode is Regus. Golden nuggets: Find the things that define you Don’t be afraid to do something There are some things that only ice cream or a snickers bar will fix ...
EP 074: Live Your Purpose, have fun, and make money! – Jen Hall
December 18, 2017 05:16 - 27 minutes - 21.9 MBJen is the Business Coach for Consultants, Coaches & subject matter experts (SMEs). We talk about living your purpose, having fun, and making money. We dig into how to defeat limiting beliefs and giving your purpose a vehicle. We also step through having a hunger for the game of business and how to crush it! Our Sponsors for this episode are Creditline 1 and Regus. Golden nuggets: Don’t work like a busy fool Attract don’t chase Give your purpose a vehicle Keys to success: Get specific ...
EP 073: People Pay To Get Out Of Hell! – Crystal Olivarria of Career Conversationalist
December 11, 2017 04:00 - 26 minutes - 21.4 MBParents hire Crystal to help their child transition successfully from school to the workforce. We had a nugget filled conversation about what business skills successful entrepreneurs need to have, marketing to messaging match, understanding customer acquisition and sooooo much more. Golden nuggets: Make sure your marketing matches your message Understand how to acquire customers Understand what it takes to keep customers Don’t get bad customers. Everyone is not a good fit for your busin...
EP 072: Pursue your own path, make your own direction with Chandler Walker of Out of the Cave Media
December 04, 2017 02:30 - 23 minutes - 19 MBI chat with Chandler Walker of Out of the Cave Media. We talk about hard work, focus and how building relationships is key to building a successful business. We chat about how the economy is shifting toward a freelance economy and how there must be a mindset shift in order to take advantage of the coming wave. We also talk about understanding your long-term path to success and how to position yourself to be ready for the fire. Golden nuggets: Be engaging and be available Anticipate things...
EP 071: Step Into The Unknown. Focus on your strengths and never give up! – Greg Griffin of Dreams Sports Podcast
November 27, 2017 05:05 - 36 minutes - 29.4 MBI sit down with Greg Griffin of Dreams Sports Podcast. We talk about being self-aware and comfortable with your weaknesses. Being willing to try new things. We chat about Greg taking part in the African American Leadership Program at Cardinal Stritch that helped to identify who he is as a leader and a person. We chat about spending 70 - 75% of your time strengthening your strengths, 20 -25% working on the things that you could be better at and about 5 - 10% of your time working on your weakne...
EP 070: Focus and Crush Your Goals. 9 tips to become a mighty goal crusher
November 19, 2017 21:24 - 15 minutes - 12.2 MBThis week, I recap my talk with DaVida Wingfield, the president of Celebrity Philanthropy and the personality behind the Wingfield report. We covered investing in yourself, embracing wisdom, growing a successful business by being adaptable and DaVida shared how her experience with Oprah Winfrey led to a dynamic shift in her business. This week, I want to unpack the concepts we discussed and talk through how to focus and crush your goals. Ep:69: Golden nuggets: So good that I’m using them aga...
EP 067: Replay – Passion, Purpose, Path, 3 P’s of EmPowerment – Get in the Awesome Zone!
November 14, 2017 05:40 - 29 minutes - 24.2 MBI re-cap my talk with Arsha Jones with Capital City Co. from episode 57. If you haven’t listened to that episode, it is a must listen! I share my thoughts on the difference between dreamers, sustainers, and builders. I talk about leveraging your skills and passions to create opportunity. I talk through how you can find your passion, your purpose, and your path. Golden nuggets: Conversations are the best way to learn Everyone has a general purpose and a specific purpose You must balance y...
EP 069: School of Hard Knocks with DaVida Wingfield of Celebrity Philanthropy
November 06, 2017 05:30 - 31 minutes - 25.5 MBDaVida Wingfield, the president of Celebrity Philanthropy and the personality behind the Wingfield report is my guest this week. We talk about investing in yourself and embracing wisdom. We talk through how DaVida started and grew a successful business by tackling challenges and being adaptable. DaVida also shares how her experience with Oprah Winfrey led to a dynamic shift in her business. Golden nuggets: Embrace wisdom and knowledge through mentorship Investing in yourself will pay divi...
Bonus Episode: – No Excuses, Just Execution – Goals for 2018
November 04, 2017 03:52 - 3 minutes - 2.56 MBFour things in order to crush your goals in 2018. Strategy Sacrifice Consistency Intelligent work www.enterprise-now.biz
EP 068: Question Everything And Get Out Of Your Way! With Dan Paulson of InVision Development International
October 30, 2017 03:17 - 30 minutes - 24.1 MBDan is an accomplished speaker, author, facilitator, and coach. We talk about how Dan made his transition from Corporate America to running his own successful business. He walks us through how he positioned himself to make the big leap and how passion in not always the best thing to pursue. We chat about how he used luck, stupidity, blind ambition, failure, and tenacity to get where he is today. Golden nuggets: Passion doesn’t always equal a business Trial and error is your friend Be pat...
EP 067: Young, Juiced, and Tenacious! With Octavia Gilmore of Creative Juice.
October 23, 2017 02:55 - 35 minutes - 28.6 MBOctavia is a Millennial entrepreneur that is blazing her own trail running an award winning creative agency. Creative Juice brings a fresh, unique, innovative perspective to its clients. We talk about how to know when to take the big leap into the world of business ownership. Octavia shares how she leverages employee knowledge to make the company great. We also talk about her keys to success and how Creative Juice incorporates its values into business to separate itself from the competition. ...
EP 066: Chase Your Lion! Kill fear and run toward the roar!
October 16, 2017 06:46 - 14 minutes - 12.1 MBI attended a men’s conference this past weekend that changed my life. The theme of the conference was “Chase the wild”. Chase the wild is a call to the wild side that God has hard-wired into us all as men. We were intrinsically created by our Creator to overcome overwhelming obstacles, dream big dreams conquer new heights and dominate daunting challenges. Now, obviously this applies to everyone but I thought that this concept was an awesome subject that applies to all business owners and entr...
EP 065: Intrapreneurs Arise! Devonne Wilhoit (American Transmission Company)
October 08, 2017 09:00 - 23 minutes - 19.2 MBAn intrapreneur (as defined by Investopedia) is an inside entrepreneur, or an entrepreneur within a company, who uses entrepreneurial skills without incurring the risks associated with those activities. I talk with Devonne Wilhoit of American Transmission Company. Devonne is an innovative Information Technology (IT) Professional with over 22 years’ experience. She currently works as a Consultant Business Relationship Manager building strong collaborative teams, facilitating communication, and...
EP 064: Bouncing Back From Setbacks. The Two Sides Of Obsession.
October 02, 2017 07:08 - 17 minutes - 13.9 MBI recap our conversation with Eric Litwin who is a # 1 New York Times best-selling author of the original four Pete the Cat books, The Nuts and Groovy Joe. He is a creative entrepreneur who brings literacy and music together. We talked about not accepting the status quo, breaking old ideas, how to get better, and how to utilize low cost experimentation. This week, I wanna talk about bouncing back after setbacks, and how to push through in your business despite personal loss. Golden nuggets: ...
EP 063: What Happened to Passion? Out with the old, In With The New. Find your Niche And Do Your Dance!
September 25, 2017 00:02 - 42 minutes - 34.6 MBEric is a # 1 New York Times best-selling author of the original four Pete the Cat books, The Nuts and Groovy Joe. He is a creative entrepreneur who brings literacy and music together. As a “recovering” teacher, Eric’s mission is to help shift how early literacy is approached by bringing more music and interactivity into instruction. Golden nuggets: Don’t accept the status quo The best way to get better is practice and emersion Break old ideas and bring in new ones Actionable tip: Util...
EP 062: “Balance. Be Self Aware. Be EmPowered!”
September 18, 2017 01:08 - 17 minutes - 14.2 MBI talk about balance. We all struggle with balance. Whether it’s balancing our professional careers with family time, or trying to balance our business with time for ourselves. Balance isn’t easy, but there are ways to make sure that we are self-aware enough to know when the areas of our lives and businesses are not in alignment. Consider balance as you juggle your business and family life. Golden nuggets: Know your purpose, passion, and path Admit when you’re overwhelmed Listen to your ...
Bonus Episode: Breakthrough Is Closer Than It Seems
September 17, 2017 05:41 - 3 minutes - 2.72 MBBreakthrough is closer than it seems. Don't give up, keep pushing, keep taking small steps, do something every day to move your business forward. You have everything inside of you to accomplish your goals and dreams!
EP 061: Dan Trzinski – “Recognize Trends, and know when to pivot”
September 10, 2017 12:00 - 40 minutes - 32.3 MBDan tells us about how he got his start in the advertising industry, which stems from growing up in an entrepreneurial family and trying his hand at broadcasting. He talks about the ever changing advertising landscape and how it is quickly evolving into digital. We also chat about what he thinks is the best way to find success. Golden nuggets: Never stop learning Failing is okay Know when to pivot Actionable tip: Hire slow, fire fast Be accountable Stay on top of the trends Inspirati...
EP 057: REPLAY – Chart your own path. Let’s talk about timing and why life sucks!
September 08, 2017 15:13 - 24 minutes - 20 MBI talk about Going against the grain and recognizing trends. Going left when others are going right. Getting in when others are getting out. Charting your own path and being brave. I also unpack my talk with the one and only Paul Neuberger – The Cold Call Coach. Golden nuggets: Life doesn’t do anything to you, it does things for you Entrepreneurship is a calling Tenacity is a key to success Patience is essential It’s not always fun Actionable tip: Embrace belief Manage time by plann...
EP 059: Markasa Tucker – Find Your Purpose and Release Your Vision!
August 27, 2017 04:30 - 36 minutes - 29.7 MBMarkasa talks about her journey to becoming a mover and shaker in the community. She talks about how to be comfortable being uncomfortable and finding her purpose. We talk through how to operate within your purpose. We also chat about her keys to success and Markasa walks us through what it takes to organize a community music event. Golden nuggets: Don’t sit on your gift and vision People are waiting on you Partnership is a key to success Actionable tip: Get organized Don’t sit on you...
EP 058: Passion, Purpose, Path, 3 P’s of EmPowerment – Get in the Awesome Zone!
August 21, 2017 01:26 - 29 minutes - 24.2 MBI re-cap my talk with Arsha Jones with Capital City Co. from episode 57. If you haven’t listened to that episode, it is a must listen! I share my thoughts on the difference between dreamers, sustainers, and builders. I talk about leveraging your skills and passions to create opportunity. I talk through how you can find your passion, your purpose, and your path. Golden nuggets: Conversations are the best way to learn Everyone has a general purpose and a specific purpose You must balance y...
EP 057: Dreamers, Builders, Sustainers. Entrepreneurship is a calling.
August 14, 2017 03:19 - 49 minutes - 39.5 MBArsha talks about how she was featured in the Washington Post and how that led to more than 1,400 orders overnight! We chat about how she started in her kitchen filling one order at a time and has now grown her operation to a projected $1 million in sales. Arsha talks about dreamers, builders, and sustainers and why it is important to know which one you are. Golden nuggets: Don’t suffer from analysis paralysis Entrepreneurship is a calling Actionable tip: Trust your own decisions Trust...
EP 056: Chart your own path. Let’s talk about timing and why life sucks!
August 06, 2017 11:30 - 24 minutes - 20 MBI talk about Going against the grain and recognizing trends. Going left when others are going right. Getting in when others are getting out. Charting your own path and being brave. I also unpack my talk with the one and only Paul Neuberger – The Cold Call Coach. Golden nuggets: Life doesn’t do anything to you, it does things for you Entrepreneurship is a calling Tenacity is a key to success Patience is essential It’s not always fun Actionable tip: Embrace belief Manage time by plann...
EP 055: Cold Calling Is NOT Dead – Guest Paul Neuberger the Cold Call Coach lets us in on his secrets to success.
July 30, 2017 18:45 - 48 minutes - 38.7 MBPaul talks with us about how cold calling is not dead but is alive and well! We talk about rebounding from failure and what motivates Paul into success. Paul gives us some insights into what makes a successful cold call and we also learn about Paul’s love for ties. Paul also tells us how his life sucks!! Golden nuggets: Life doesn’t do anything to you, it does things for you. Entrepreneurship is a calling. Actionable tip: Embrace belief Inspiration: “To any entrepreneur: if you want ...
EP 054: Unleash Your Awesome! – With Elzie Flenard
July 22, 2017 16:48 - 26 minutes - 21.2 MBIntro I pick up some loose ends from the 4 episode series that we just completed. I talk more about the new direction of the show. I touch on networking, finding your path, and marketing your business. Topic Topic from last week that I forgot to cover – networking Network authentically! Touch base with at least 3-5 people this week. Golden nuggets “Entrepreneurship is a calling” – Paul M. Neuberger, Cold Call Coach Find your path Find your purpose Find your focus Biz tip (actionabl...
EP 053: Grow Your Business With Pod-Casting – With Elzie Flenard (Episode 4 of 4)
July 17, 2017 07:11 - 30 minutes - 71.2 MBI go into more detail on what a podcast producer does and how they can play a role in the success of your podcast project. I discuss coaching both on the side of business and for pod-casters and how important it is to have a sounding board to help think through your project. I review the first three episodes in this 4 episode series. And I wrap up this particular series with some details about the direction of the Enterprise NOW! Podcast and some cool potential projects that I may need your h...
EP 052: Being Rational is Irrational. With Elzie Flenard (Episode 3 of 4)
July 10, 2017 07:18 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBBeing Rational is Irrational. I break down the importance of having the proper mindset. I also talk through your awesome and how to bring it out! I answer questions about my entrepreneurial journey and how I handle challenges. I also teach you how to properly butter popcorn! Golden nuggets: Know your strong areas when facing challenges Be tenacious Be humble enough to ask for help Inspiration: I thought about giving up..but then I remembered who was watching. Lux Quotes. Links: www.en...
EP 051: Coach vs Consultant. What’s the difference? Episode 2 of 4
June 26, 2017 03:57 - 14 minutes - 11.6 MBI talk about never giving up but also knowing when to pivot. I talk more about how the Enterprise NOW! is pivoting and the new logo. I step through what to expect when working with a business coach vs a consultant and I give an overview of both. I share some golden nuggets that will help you to grow and maximize your business and I also give you an actionable tip to apply to your business today. Golden nuggets: Never give up Know when to pivot Actionable tips: Get organized! Google docs ...
EP 050: What is Enterprise NOW! all about? Episode 1 of 4
June 18, 2017 11:00 - 16 minutes - 13.7 MBI talk about the importance of self awareness and knowing when to delegate. I talk about how Enterprise NOW! the company and the podcast are both shifting and growing. I share some golden nuggets that will help you to grow and maximize your business and I also give you an actionable tip to apply to your business today. I share about a recent visit to the circus…. and how the cost of entry did not match the quality of the entertainment or the food. Insights: You get what you pay for. Pay at...
EP 049: Activate what you learn and be all In. Anita Clinton tells us how.
June 12, 2017 00:15 - 40 minutes - 32.8 MBAnita is the President of Anita Clinton Enterprises, LLC, (ACE) a strategy consulting firm on a mission to assist Believers in discovering strategizing and executing God’s plan for their lives. Anita also owns re-purpose my content; a company that helps you climb your mountain, for greater impact, community building and increasing sales. Insights Life after setbacks Finding your purpose (skills, talents, gifts) Timing Focus All in principle Recognizing opportunities Showing up to play...
EP 048: Spark a revolution! Leadership is a vital part of being an entrepreneur. Mervyn Byrd gives some insights and wisdom.
June 05, 2017 03:44 - 45 minutes - 65.1 MBAs the the Vice President, Sales & Leadership Development at Waukesha County Business Alliance Mervyn Bryd knows a thing or two about leadership. He also has a wealth of knowledge around finances and entrepreneurship. In this episode, we chat about Mervyn's background in business and how he has been able to achieve a high level of success. He talks commercial banking, lessons he learned from failure and leadership. We talk about planning in your business, pivoting, recognizing trends/opport...
EP 047: Want to attract the media and get the free publicity you deserve? Katrina Cravy shares some tips and tricks. (Re-broadcast)
May 29, 2017 07:52 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBAs a former Emmy Award-Winning TV Reporter and Talk Show Host, Katrina Cravy is sharing what she knows about the media, customer service, smart consumer choices and how to get the publicity you deserve. In this episode, we talk about how she made the transition from her day job and how she got over the fear of striking out on her own. Links: http://katrinacravy.com/ www.enterprise-now.biz www.wqyl-db.com
EP 045: Mark Concannon – Leverage video to tell your company’s story. (Re-broadcast)
May 22, 2017 08:44 - 49 minutes - 46 MBVideo is a powerful medium. Telling your company's story is important to your brand strategy. Mark had the privilege of telling some great stories during his 23-year multi-Emmy-Award-winning career as an anchor/reporter at Fox 6 in Milwaukee. He still gets to tell great stories as President and Executive Producer of Concannon Communications. Clients include Fortune 500 companies, start-up businesses and independent professionals seeking compelling video content. In this episode, we talk abo...
Bonus: Monday Minute
May 15, 2017 16:12 - 1 minute - 1.45 MBBusiness is hard! We all need encouragement at times so I wanted to take a quick minute to offer a quick word of encouragement to business owners and entrepreneurs. You got this!!!!
EP 044: Find your passion and jump! Teri McElrath of Kare Visits (Re-broadcast)
May 15, 2017 05:36 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBAbout Kare Visits: Kare Visits LLC is a professional respite care support service that is based in Chicago, IL. Kare Visits develops innovative tools and resources to support and advocate for the care of those that reside in healthcare facilities that are elderly or disabled. Kare Visits utilizes a survey tool that is used to perform well-being checks scheduled by caregivers. Topics: In this episode, we talk about how to find your passion and how to recognize when to make the jump into ent...
EP 043: How to learn from failure and get over fear. Kaloeb Salter of B Cubed Media
May 08, 2017 04:00 - 31 minutes - 32.4 MBEnterprisers! If you want to learn how to learn from failure and get over fear join our conversation. This young entrepreneur is wise beyond his years and is an inspiration to many!
EP 042: Mark Kappes – Tanis Incorporated
April 23, 2017 14:00 - 45 minutes - 49.4 MBMark Kappes is the VP of sales and marketing for Tanis Incorporated - a world-class industrial brush company. Mark has spent 30 years managing global businesses for a Fortune 100 company and now a small business. Get your note pads ready!
EP 041: Cheong Choon – Rainbow Loom
April 17, 2017 04:00 - 42 minutes - 44.7 MBThis bright entrepreneur created Rainbow Loom products to promote children's creative thinking, focus, and motor skills through hands on rubber band crafts.
EP 040: Adam Hudson – Reliable Education
April 11, 2017 00:27 - 48 minutes - 48.9 MBAdam has started several businesses and knows what it takes to succeed. He also knows what it's like to fail. Listen in for some key insights from Adam.
EP 039: Rob Steier – ITS Corp, DroneTech and EMP Storage
April 03, 2017 07:00 - 50 minutes - 56.5 MBRob is a serial entrepreneur who has done everything from washing cars to working at a battery warehouse. Tune in and take notes from this all-star business dude!
EP 038: Amber Frymark – Chowventions
March 31, 2017 23:47 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBHey Enterprisers! Did you know that food could be invented? Well...Amber Frymark of Chowventions knows how it's done. Listen in to our conversation and prepare to be inspired!
EP 037: Andrew Weins – J Dog Junk Removal & Hauling
March 21, 2017 09:49 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBSome entrepreneurs are born, others are made. Check out my conversation with Andrew Weins of J Dog Junk removal and hauling.
EP 036: Jordon Meyer – Granular Marketing
March 14, 2017 05:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBIt's all about the journey. Join me as I chat with successful entrepreneur Jordon Meyer of Granular Marketing.
EP 035: Kris Androsky – Hebron House of Hospitality
March 07, 2017 07:13 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBDeveloping people is a next level mindset. Kris Androsky of Hebron House of Hospitality is a next level leader. Check out our conversation and be ready to take notes!
EP 034: Jo Wynn – Walkin’ In My Shoes
February 28, 2017 06:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBCommunity is important. Join my conversation with Jo Wynn of Walkin' in My Shoes as we talk business and the importance of investing in others.
EP 033: Mark Concannon – Concannon Communications
February 21, 2017 06:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBI sit down with Mark Concannon of Concannon Communications to talk business and entrepreneurship. Mark has many years in both corporate America and as a business owner so be ready to dig in and take notes!
EP 032: Kimberly McGowen – Professional.Singles
February 14, 2017 05:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBDo you believe in love? Kimberly McGowen of Professional Singles does. Learn more about online dating and love languages as we talk business and romance!
EP 031: Talmar Anderson – Talmar It Up
February 07, 2017 05:56 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBWanna scale your business. Be proactive not reactive. Check out my conversation with Talmar Anderson of Talmar It Up!
EP 030: Yvonne Ochilo – Ochilo Law Offices
January 31, 2017 18:32 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBListen in with Yvonne Ochilo of Ochilo Law Offices to gain some insight into how to be a successful business owner. We also chat about pricing and when to hire a pro.
EP 029: Janine Rajchel – Bar Stars Bartending
January 24, 2017 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBJanine Rajchel of Bar Stars Bartending MKE found her dream come true! Hear her story as we talk business and passion!