Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast Shannon Jean & Dave Hamilton

In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into effective email communication by discussing phrases to avoid and the impact they have on recipients. The speakers share their insights on using clear and direct language in emails to convey messages efficiently. One speaker shares a recent experience managing unexpected changes for a business event in New York City, highlighting the importance of managing expectations and staying composed in challenging situations.

The significance of personal connections through face-to-face interactions is emphasized, especially in remote work environments. The episode wraps up with a discussion on AI tools like Chat GPT for writing ad scripts, teasing future episodes featuring guest Tyler Purcell and his business ventures in laundromats and financial planning.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #550 for Casual Friday, May 17th, 2024



May 17th: National Bike To Work Day





00:00:54 Sam-Avoiding Certain Phrases In Business Communication



Do we want to…

I’m just following up…

I wanted to check in…

I hope you’re doing well…





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00:07:02 The Power of Presumed Failure



Tradeshows and Conferences





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Join Business Brain as we explore effective decision-making with government agencies and hiring global talent. Discover “snowball decision-making” for handling obligations and learn about transparent negotiations.

Explore hiring remote assistants and the importance of cultural alignment and effective communication. Gain insights on assessing performance and fostering successful business operations with remote talent.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #549 for Causal Wednesday, May 15th, 2024



May 15th: International Family Day

How to get sponsors for your podcast





00:01:32 Snowball Decision-Making



Successful Story Delivering





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00:07:31 Hiring Global Talent…Which Way to Go?



Help with Distributing Content





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In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon delve into the challenges and heroism of small business owners. They discuss transitioning into a management role, delegating tasks, and the struggles of micromanagement. Dave shares insights on podcast marketing, advising on audience building, consistency, and sponsor attraction criteria. The importance of authenticity in podcasting is stressed for audience engagement. They conclude with encouragement for aspiring podcasters to stay consistent and authentic in sharing their stories.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #548 for Casual Friday, May 10th, 2024



May 10th: National Small Business Day





00:02:14 Steven-544-Prioritizing The Value of Passive Income / LMA$



The 80% Rule on Business Brain Podcast





00:07:56 Finding Podcast Sponsors



Business Brain Sponsors

BackBeat Media

Podtrac’s Analytics





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Today’s episode covers observing national days in podcasts, hosting fundraisers for conservation, and applying business strategies to enhance non-profit events. We discuss the role of business-minded individuals in event organization, emphasizing delegation and volunteer empowerment. Highlighting listener contributions, we explore screen recording tools like Loom for improved communication and training videos, encouraging creativity in enhancing daily efficiency through different mediums.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #547 for Causal Wednesday, May 8th, 2024



May 8th: National Coconut Cream Pie Day





00:03:23 Applying Business Best Practices to Level Up Other Areas of Your Life



Conserving Wetlands with Ducks Unlimited





00:08:14 Todd-537-Other Screen Recording Options plus Loom



Slack

CleanShot for Mac

Loom as SOP Definer: Dallas Taylor on Gig Gab Shares How He Buys Back His Time using Loom

Loom

Loom Transcripts – People can comment and create asynchronous dialog

Loom for Providing Nuance in Text Conversations





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Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the impact of language on mindset and actions, advocating for reframing negative self-talk into positive affirmations. They highlight the value of confidently promoting businesses by emphasizing quality rather than hyperbole, utilizing press releases, accomplishments, and testimonials to shape a positive narrative. Encouraging listeners to proactively share their successes, engage with customers for testimonials, and build a strong online presence for credibility and differentiation in the competitive market.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #546 for Casual Friday, May 3rd, 2024



May 3rd: National No Pants Day





00:01:13 Watch Your Language



Taming Your Inner Judge

Reframe “Unsettled Mind” to “Curious Mind”





00:05:48 Find ways and reasons to promote your business



Press Releases might seem minor to you… they’re not

“If You Don’t Think You’re a Bad-Ass, Don’t Expect Anyone Else To”



PRWeb

Senya.io

Testimonials.to









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Join us on Business Brain as we explore maximizing credit card rewards and the importance of social connections for entrepreneurs. Discover strategies for using credit cards wisely to earn rewards, negotiate vendor payments, and select cards that suit individual needs.

Then, we delve into the impact of social isolation on entrepreneurs’ mental and physical health, emphasizing the value of fostering social interactions within teams and joining peer groups for support. Share your tips on maximizing rewards and enhancing social connections in the entrepreneurial world.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #545 for Wednesday, May 1st, 2024



May 1st: Frequent Flyer Day





00:01:03 Gather Up Those Credit Card Rewards Points



“The Best Way to Get My Business Is To Take My Credit Card as Payment”





00:06:10 (Don’t Be) The Lonely Entrepreneur



Practice the Skill of Connecting

Don’t Burrow Into Your Business Like a Tick





00:13:31 Beware the Soapbox!



And don’t let your employees be lonely, either

Hang out with OLD employees





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