Fox Talks Business Podcast
234 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsThis podcast is designed for entrepreneurs. Whether you've been in business for 1 day or 100 years. We're going to explore the Good, the Bad and the Motivational of business life and after hours.
I'm going to hold no punches, get right to the nitty gritty and be honest about my own failures and how I learned to turn them into successes. But be warned we are going to laugh together and learn to laugh at yourself cause if you're not having fun why are you doing it?
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How You're Networking Wrong
April 09, 2024 23:56 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBWhat if there was a to get your foot in the door that did not involve anything cold? What if you learned a way to get in front of the decision makers organically? What if someone taught you a different way to think of networking that didn’t feel like you were in a speed dating line or in the wrong room of people all together? Donnie sits down with me to answer all these questions. I even had my own moment of aha! Join us for an engaging conversation about networking, referrals, an...
Peaches, Profits, Curbs and Collabs with Shannon Houchin
March 26, 2024 21:55 - 37 minutes - 36.4 MBNo matter where you are, at one time or another, you probably have passed by a roadside stand. Sometimes they are garage sales, or kids selling lemonade but if you’re lucky enough it is a fruit stand. As an entrepreneur have you ever thought, I wonder what a stand like this pulls in? Can it be a full time thing? My guest today is going to tell you about her story of peaches to profits, how collaboration with farmers and cities helped her grow and how she converted a single peach stand ...
Soup, Sex and Laughter
March 20, 2024 02:12 - 9 minutes - 9.81 MBWhat type of collaboration includes soup, sex an laughter. Typically three things that you wouldn't think go together but actually all three created great ways to work with key people. Today we dive into how you can use these examples of collaboration to save yourself time but still get things done! I also ask a question in this episode, if you can give me the answer you just may win a prize! Get your copy of my NEW BOOK How to Collaborate Collaborate with me on LinkedIn: htt...
Lip smacking brand collab
March 12, 2024 19:01 - 19 minutes - 18.6 MBOne of my favorite collaborations to talk about is Lipsmackers and Dr Pepper. Started in 1975 and going for 45 successful years this collab shows how one idea can turn into a duplicatable collaboration earning awards, expansion, new audiences and more. We are going to talk about how you can use this brand collaboration to think up ideas for your own business and it does not matter if you have a product or a service. Get your copy of my NEW BOOK How to Collaborate Collaborate with...
Getting to the crocs of it
March 05, 2024 23:33 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBIf you know anything about me it is that the word collaboration is something that will make my head turn. It’s just an intriguing word to me, ever since I learned how to use it to grow profits in my business. Over the years I have loved watching some of the big players push boundaries to work together. I find it quite inspiring for ideas in my own company. These are the things I want to share with you. What some of the greats did and how you can use their examples in your own business,...
Pivots and the Multiverse with Aurora Winter
February 27, 2024 14:00 - 57 minutes - 56.3 MBThis guest was on our show back in July of 2021 and I was so excited to have her back! Not just because I get the scoop on everything she is up to but because she always makes me stop and think. Not to mention we laugh together a lot! Today we talk about pivoting, publishing and multiverses. Make sure that you listen right to th end so you can do the 90 day challenge Aurora made along with me! Visit the blog to get even more amazing things! Get your copy of my NEW BOOK How to Col...
From Stressed to Blissed with Joanne Armstrong
February 20, 2024 18:57 - 51 minutes - 49.1 MBDo you ever wish that you could take emotional worry, fear, concern and turn it into joy in a matter of seconds? Do you think that the above statement “sounds” nice but isn’t very realistic? My guest Joanna has perfected a way that in only 23 seconds you can learn how to get emotional relief and release. Tune in to learn the 5 most effective steps based on cutting-edge science and heart-centered practices from highly acclaimed institutions such as Harvard, Berkeley and Pennsylvania ...
Without This You Don't Have a Brand with Andrei Mincov
February 14, 2024 02:47 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBYou worked hard to create and build your business. For most it has blood, sweat and tears combined in there. How can you make sure that all of that does not go to waste? Trademark it! Now I know this topic seems as sexy as talking about Profit and Loss statements or watching paint dry but my guest today Andrei makes sure that this conversation is anything but that. He talks about the why, what, when, where and how of trademarking. Getting clarity of what you should bother tradema...
The Myth of Work Life Balance with Unyime Oguta
February 06, 2024 23:57 - 48 minutes - 46.1 MBHave you struggled with trying to figure out how to make work life balance a thing. Trying to be all things on all fronts, personal and business. Do you sit at the end of the day and wonder how the hell others are managing it? The truth is my guest today Unyime found the answer and it may really surprise you. Visit our blog to learn more about this guest and get some great extras! Get your copy of my NEW BOOK How to Collaborate Collaborate with me on LinkedIn: https://www.link...
Questions for a Successful Life with Alan Lazaros
January 24, 2024 04:11 - 57 minutes - 55.3 MBMy guest today is Alan Lazaros. At age 2, his father passed away in a car accident. At age 26, after getting into a nearly fatal car accident himself, Alan questioned everything he was doing in life. He questioned who he was and the choices he was making. He was at an all-time low, and decided to change his trajectory forever. Although he had a successful career in Corporate America, he made the hard decision to start his own business dedicated to helping others get to the Next Level in ...
The Science Behind a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer
January 09, 2024 17:40 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBI wanted to go big in 2024 and my guest today did not disappoint at all. Not only does Courtney talk about: 1. Insider Secrets for Launching a New & Noteworthy Podcast 2. 3 Reasons Why Every Business Owner Needs a Podcast 3. Your Missing Piece to Massive Audience Growth But she also gets honest about allowing your voice to speak up and the path that took her there in her own story. Creating a greater impact by trusting what you have to say first, then stepping forth in courage t...
Making Numbers Matter with Colin Sanburg
December 20, 2023 00:13 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBDoubling your prices doesn’t double your profit. Look, I know numbers are usually the last thing most entrepreneurs are excited to sit down and look at. Although bookkeeping gives you data, it doesn’t directly add value to your business. So what way should you look at numbers? My guest today Colin is going to let you in on the real way that you need to start looking at numbers and how to make them start to work for you and start giving you the profit you are wanting. Get your cop...
Thank you, more please! The lesson
December 12, 2023 22:33 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBHave you ever heard someone tell you to keep a gratitude journal and all you wanted to do was roll your eyes? Or you have one but it doesn't change a thing, even as you watch everyone else say how monumental it was for them? I had lots of times that were like this. Something shifted for me the other day though. Someone just said the same thing to me in a way that just stuck differently. I'm going to tell you all about it, how I applied it and how it is going now. Get your cop...
Embracing Change The Ultimate Super Power
November 29, 2023 22:49 - 44 minutes - 41.4 MBToday on the show I sat down with Rodric a lifelong entrepreneur and multi #1 best-selling author about his journey, lessons learned along the way and how his perception of success has changed over the years. Connect with Rodic more here Get your copy of my NEW BOOK How to Collaborate Collaborate with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-fox... Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foxtalksbus... Visit me on Facebook: https://www.facebook...
Scalable Fulfillment with Olivia Parkes
November 14, 2023 14:00 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBHow many times have you sat down to do a task in your business and had to close your eyes for a few minutes. Maybe to pump yourself up, maybe to convince yourself to start, or maybe to just once again try to figure out how to not have to ever do the task again? This is something that all entrepreneurs struggle with. Operations and SOP aren’t topics that most run to learn about but the truth of the matter is, they are almost always what will move your needle the fastest in your business. ...
Out of the box
November 07, 2023 22:33 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBNo matter how many times I take a stage I am always surprised by the amount of people that feel they are not capable of "thinking outside of the box". My clients are no different. Often times this is the first hurdle they need to get over. It is why I dedicated a whole chapter in my book How to Collaborate to this topic. The truth is we all have this muscle, we just somewhere in adulthood forgot to keep using it. Today I am going to take you through this very simple exercise so that...
Small Business CEO with Donna Dube
October 17, 2023 17:23 - 40 minutes - 39 MBDo you feel that you are the CEO in your small business? My guest today Donna Dube is going to explain why you should! She also gives great takeaways like: Distinguish between tasks that contribute to growth and those that just maintain the status quo How to use a Power Hour for strategic thinking and decision making How to create a game plan that empowers you to dominate you week while balancing your personal life. Learn more about this guest: https://foxtalksbusiness.com...
Branding Simplicity
October 10, 2023 16:33 - 43 minutes - 41.6 MBBranding is such a key word lately. We hear it all the time but it can be hard to know if you are actually doing what is needed with your branding when all the information out there seems to be opposing views. This is why I asked Amanda to come on the show and pull the curtain back with some things that you need to think about. We cover: What purpose your brand should serve and what story it needs to tell. How often you need to check in on it. Questions to ask when trying to find t...
Working Networking
October 04, 2023 20:20 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBOne of the key things in collaboration is creating relationships. But figuring out how and who to do that with is a task that many entrepreneurs are ok to keep moving down to 'ol to do list. Today I take you through a quick brain dump and challenge so that you can start to get names on paper and start creating a habit of reaching out to others. So grab a pen and paper and let's get started! To apply for our special spoken about at the end of the episode click here. Collab...
PPC Realities with Michelle Kop
September 26, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 46.1 MBPay per click is a great way to “jump the line” but there are some things you need to know first. My guest Michelle pulls back the curtain on what you need to know BEFORE you use PPC for your business. She talks about not only what pay per click is but: What to look for when choosing a PPC agency, How PPC can help a business generate more leads, and Realistic expectations on what the cost will be starting at for this type of advertising. Collaborate with me on Linked...
Anger Journaling
September 19, 2023 14:40 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBWe've all heard of manifesting, gratitude journaling, thinking positively but I kept wondering what would happen if you did the exact opposite. In today's episode I talk to you about how we experimented with Anger Journaling and what results we got out of it. You may be surprised like we were.
Why Clarity is Key with Braith Bamkin
September 12, 2023 13:00 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MBAlong with many wonderful engaging stories Braith Bamkin sits down to talk with me all about purpose, intention and connection. Understanding why clarity is the key Knowing who you want to work with and most importantly your why And Why busy is the worst four letter work in any language So join us in the laughter, the stories and the lessons. Collaborate with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-fox... Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.ins...
Paper, Planning and Profit
September 05, 2023 13:00 - 57 minutes - 53 MBEPIC goals creation How to run your business without BUSYness How important is making space for you. We cover these topics and more today with business efficiency consultant and founder of Ponderlily Carina Lawson. ollaborate with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-fox... Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foxtalksbus... Visit me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoxTalksBusi... Explore all my offers on the website: https://foxta...
Why Coaching Doesn't Work with Tanya Fox
August 29, 2023 17:04 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBDo you tend to jump from coach to coach? Can never find the results you want to achieve? Do you feel like you try the strategies but they just never give you results as quick as you want? There is a reason for this and it’s that coaching doesn’t work. Now before you feel vindicated you need to listen to this episode because I am going to tell you why coaching does not work and what you need to do about it. You may not like the answer I give however. After you listen to the episo...
Website Guidelines with Izzy Waite
August 22, 2023 13:00 - 55 minutes - 50.2 MBToday join the conversation about: 1. Why it's important to showcase your passions and personality in your branding and on your website. 2. Why and how your website should feel like an immersive experience. 3. What you need on a website to make sure its working for your business. I sat down with the talented Izzy to talk about all of this and more! While you are listening I would love for you take a few minutes to rate us and leave a comment, it means a lot to us and helps ...
Small Business Television with Dave Van Beekum
August 16, 2023 15:06 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBMarketing is a loaded topic for lots of small business owners. They want to create commercials and large advertising spots but budget wise they just are hard to manage. Dave was seeing this issue as well so he and his co-founder decided to change this by creating a social TV network for businesses to be able to play the game without all the high costs. Like any business it was not without its struggles, biggest one being his co-founder passing away. Dave had to learn how to now step o...
Laughter Lightens the Load with Merit Kahn
August 08, 2023 13:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBWhat you will walk away with: 3 things you need to be successful in anything 3 magic questions that transform what's possible a new way to relate to the stories of your own life We hear a lot about sharing your story. How this allows people to connect with you. This is of course true but it cannot stop here. We all want people to enjoy being around us but we also want our messages to stick with them. So how do you do that? Adding humor/comedy into your stories does just that but th...
Moving contacts from cold to warm
August 01, 2023 20:31 - 21 minutes - 20.5 MBOne of the biggest keys to collaboration is connection. Figuring out how to get a cold contact to warm up to you can be a challenge, especially on line. This episode I give you some of the ways that I reach out to new people to start to warm them up and see if we are the right fit for a future project.
Summer Fever Work Tips
June 27, 2023 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBCamping, nice weather, kids out of school, laughter, coolers with ice, patio's open, there are so many things that can cause us to have summer fever and just want to walk away from our desks and enjoy all life has to offer. The problem is that it often results in us feeling bad once we do sit at the desk again because we feel so far behind. So what is the answer? In this episode I give you 4 tips that I use during the summer months to get the most done but still leave plenty of time to...
First Time Offers with Craig Andrews
June 20, 2023 12:20 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBToday is all about: How an irresistible First-Time Offer will transform sales for a high-ticket high trust business. Essential elements to build an effective First-Time Offer. The difference between identifying or solving problems and what one you need to do And so much more with the witty, engaging Craig Andrews! Craig Andrews is the Principal Ally and founder of marketing agency allies4me. Using a proven method that mimics the stages of courtship, allies4me helps companies ...
Schedule in "On" Time
June 13, 2023 22:27 - 17 minutes - 17 MBI hear people talk about working on instead of in your business but what does that really mean and how do you do that? I talk to you about how I take that saying and what I do to make sure I get the ON time I need to grow.
Strategies for growth and scale with Kerry-Ann Powell
June 06, 2023 21:11 - 45 minutes - 42.9 MBKerry-Ann sat down with me to talk about small and medium sized business and the: Difference between growing and scaling. What the triggers are for knowing it is scaling time. What to watch for when initiating a scale and how fast you do it. Some ideas you can use to scale your business. After listening in I know you will feel the idea pouring in on how you can start to make changes in your business so you are going to want to head to our blog so that you can get all the thinks to c...
What's in the works with Tanya
May 30, 2023 21:02 - 23 minutes - 23.1 MBThank you every one that messaged me with show ideas, one that got mentioned a few times was me talking about what is going on in my business. So this episode is just that! All the pans I have in the fire and what I am working hard on in the background. Tune in to learn more about things like my upcoming book launch sharing the stage with some big names my year long program update Also keep those ideas flowing in! Message me on all the social platforms or on our website and let...
One Day Goals with Ashley Meadahl
May 23, 2023 17:30 - 50 minutes - 48.1 MBMy guest today is the talented Ashley who talks all about setting goals in a way that helps you to actually get them crossed off the list! She shares her own story of creating huge goals for herself, the struggles she faced when she had to put them aside, and how she rejuvenated them when it was time to watch them sore. She also talks about her upcoming Glow Getter Conference, what it was like to watch that one day goal come to life faster than she could imagine and what you should loo...
The Weights We Carry with Susan Gold
May 16, 2023 17:53 - 36 minutes - 34.5 MBAre your days a rush, full of constant activity? Do you feel like there is no time to stop and stand still? My guest today Susan Gold, talks to us about how she was not living the life she wanted but didn’t even know it. She takes us through how a note passed to her changed how complicated she makes things and how she learns to slow down. Visit the blog for more ways to connect with Susan!
Why Selling Isn't Scary with Sales Maven Nikki Rausch
May 09, 2023 13:00 - 52 minutes - 49 MBNikki Rausch CEO of Sales Maven sat down to talk with me all about sales. We cover: How to create a positive first impression The difference between cat and dog calling Why 3 options are best How to recognize and respond to buying signals. Whether you love, hate or did even think about sales and marketing this episode will have you thinking differently. You’ll need a notebook and pen for sure!
3 lessons from 200 episodes
May 02, 2023 13:00 - 8 minutes - 8.07 MBStarting in 2018 I thought it was just going to be a little thing to do while I figured out what I wanted my next steps to be. Once I got to expereience the joy of learning from others stories as well as being able to share them and help others I was hooked! So here we are 202 episodes and counting, learning, loving and laughing. Thank you for coming on the journey!
Email Marketing Strategies with Jeff Felten
April 27, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBWhen you think of sitting down and writing an email to your list do you dread it or are you fired up? The great thing about my guest today is that if you feel either way you will get great ideas and tips you can start implementing right away to get the most out of each word. Jeff is an email marketing strategist and copywriter. He helps service-based brands leverage the inbox to build loyal fans, create more revenue, and do it all without feeling gimmicky.
How to cut expenses
April 18, 2023 16:06 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBWe made it to 200 episodes! I am so excited to hit this milestone and talk about my favorite subject besides collaboration, MONEY MONEY MONEY. Having to find ways to save money can frankly be annoying. Most times because we come from a frame of mind of cutting. Having to go without, loosing, restriction and sacrifice are all words I hear from clients when this subject comes up. Instead of cutting let's talk about reducing expenses. This small word change can help a lot when it comes...
Fishing for business with Sena Wheeler
April 11, 2023 13:00 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBSometimes it is hard to see how certain things set us up for later in life. Growing up in a fishing family was one of those things for Sena. Sena Wheeler is part of a 3rd generation fishing family and the co-founder of Sena Sea, which brings wild Alaskan seafood direct to your door. She's passionate about sustainability, helping busy families eat healthier and educating people about the brain-boosting benefits of wild fish. She has a master’s degree in Nutrition and Food Science with a ...
Which numbers matter
April 04, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBWe have all heard that you need to know your numbers., but which numbers matter and where do we find them? In this episode I talk about The difference between someone saying and income vs profit How to keep track of the right numbers When you need to do this One mistake new business owners make with accounts I also tell you in the episode to ask for these: Profit and Loss: Monthly and Quarterly Profit and Loss Comparrison: Month to Month and Previous Year
Creating Growth with Kim Gamble
March 28, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBHere are some of the rabbit holes Kim Gamble jumped down with me. How to say no and why it’s needed Multi-hyphenate vs Niche Are you overcomplicating How and why to double down Basketball vs Tennis Thinking different about coaches Asking the right questions to your clients Trust me they all connect and Kim gives such great advice and tangible take-aways for it all. So stop reading this and just listen in!
How to create an elevator pitch
March 21, 2023 16:08 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBWe all hear that we have to have an elevator pitch, but how many floors do you have, what needs to be in it, how much is too much, the list can go on and on. Your elevator pitch needs to be a living document and you are going to need more than one depending on who it is that you are "pitching to". It also needs to evolve as you and your business do. This will happen because the more you say it the more you will get it refined. That is important! The more you say it the more you will g...
Why you're innovative
March 14, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBEver wish you could come up with breakthrough ideas or be called an innovator. My guest today, Bill Stainton is going to talk about how to start coming up with ideas, what you need to innovate and what the magic question is that you should be asking all the time. We also talk about Johnny Depp and Bill Nye but you have to listen in to get that connection. Visit our blog post here for more information and all the fun links.
Building a Team
March 07, 2023 14:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBWanting help is easy. Figuring out the right way to stat building your team can be more of a challenge. In this episode I give you some food for thought on a few things to think about and start tracking so you can make sure the team you build is strong from the start.
Death then Life with Jodi Wellman
February 28, 2023 16:57 - 46 minutes - 44.4 MBSeems like a loaded topic to talk about but it is really more than just the two sides. What about all the in between stuff? That is why I wanted to have Jodi on my show. We talk about all the in between and ways that you can use “the end” to encourage and motivate you to make the between the best experiences. Comment below and let me know how many Mondays you’re working with! Don't forget to visit our blog for more information on this episode!
Failure into freedom with Jonathan Rivera
February 14, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 40.5 MBSometimes the questions you were not expecting to ask are the ones that get you to the best stories and sharing. This was the case with Jonathan and I. We went in so many directions from childhood memories, figuring out life lessons, diversification, journaling practices and more! To connect with Jonathan further and get your special promotion, visit us here
Why you need to interview your clients
February 07, 2023 14:00 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBFind your ideal client! Create your avatar! We hear things like this a lot but how do we figure out what that is. Today I talk about how to look at your current clients differently and why you need to start to interview your new clients. Questions to ask and things to watch for. All of this is going to help you figure out who you want your true ideal client to be, you may just surprise yourself.
Marketing, Automation and Myths
January 31, 2023 14:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBExcited to have Michelle join me to chat about automation - a buzzword in the biz world. But what should we automate and what should we not? And when should we DIY vs seeking help? Tune in for all the answers and more! Need to know a little more about her first well; International bestselling author, Michelle Nedelec is an expert in Entrepreneurialism and the founder of Awareness Strategies. She runs her own series of companies for over 22 years and for over 15 years has been helping Sa...
How to stand out
January 24, 2023 14:00 - 42 minutes - 39.5 MBWe cover so much in this episode with the expert Patty Dominguez from finding your white space, creating curiosity, claiming your status and how to be a category of one. Why do I say the expert? Well; Patty Dominguez, founder of Positioning to Profit, is a best-selling author, advisor, and contributing marketing expert. Her work has been featured on Smart Business, Investor’s Business Daily, NY Daily News, and American Express Open Forum to name a few. Prior to 2013, she worked in...