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

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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n this episode, we discuss the challenges of exhausting video calls in work settings and suggest turning off cameras for better focus. We also explore the concept of “Leave Me Alone Money” (LMA) for financial independence, emphasizing autonomy in pursuing personal goals over accumulating wealth. Advantages of LMA money in career decisions and life fulfillment are highlighted, encouraging audience feedback on personal empowerment.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #544 for Casual Friday, April 26th, 2024



April 26: World Intellectual Property Day

Riversong Retreat





00:00:59 Video Calls are Exhausting

00:06:40 Talk about Strategy More on the Show

00:07:22 Shannon’s New Term: “Leave Me Alone” Money



LMA Money

Beware the Crisis of Complacency

Retirement Scares Me

FIRE Concept

Budgets Suck





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Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean on Business Brain share personal stories and reflections on enjoying life’s journey as entrepreneurs. They emphasize balancing work and enjoyment, sharing lessons from personal experiences. The hosts encourage prioritizing activities one enjoys and tease an upcoming episode on “how much is enough.” The episode concludes with a reminder to join their mailing list and a message to live a charmed life.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #543 for Wednesday, April 24th, 2024



April 24: Administrative Professionals Day

Shannon’s On The Starlink again





00:02:13 Beware Hating Your Customers



Two Tokens of Customer Service





00:10:09 Enjoy and Create Your Charmed Life While You Have It



The Most Entertaining Outcome…Usually Happens!





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In this episode of Business Brain, Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton share strategies for building a social media following. Shannon’s success story of growing from 500 to 5,600 genuine followers in 90 days highlights the power of organic growth. We discuss joining growth groups, engaging authentically, and the significance of consistency in content creation and interaction. Leveraging an alter ego for protection against negativity, creating a supportive community, and injecting energy into interactions are key points. Strategies for boosting engagement through viral content, trending topics, and cultivating a strong online persona are essential for exponential growth. By focusing on authenticity, value, consistency, and performance, individuals can expand their influence on social media platforms l



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #542 for Casual Friday, April 19th, 2024



April 19: Sylvester The Cat’s Birthday





00:01:13 Growing Your Following



Find a Growth/Follower-Building Group 

Spend More Time Commenting On Other People’s Posts Than You Do Posting

Combat the Trolls with a Think Skin with your Alter Ego

Have Fun

Value, Virality, and Volume

End Your Comment with Another Question to Keep The Conversation Going





00:11:34 Shannon’s Crazy Two Posts

00:18:28 Performance and Costume



Give First!





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In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into Gabe Treviso’s entrepreneurial journey, exploring his transition from real estate to creating Suds2Go. Gabe shares the inspiration behind his portable hand washing system, which he gained from parenting challenges, and discusses his Shark Tank experience, unexpected growth during the pandemic, and the significance of a solid business foundation. We touch upon hiring strategies, remote team building, continuous learning, risk-taking, and work-life balance, highlighting the essentials for entrepreneurial success.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #541 for Wednesday, April 17th, 2024



April 17: National Crawfish Day

Special guest, Gabe Trevizo





00:03:23 Real estate into his own company

00:03:41 Taking Suds2Go on to Shark Tank

00:08:51 Launching a hand-washing system during COVID lockdowns

00:09:56 The Shark Tank Dream



Suds2Go on Shark Tank





00:14:47 Access To a Community of Founders

00:16:54 Managing Your Time



X as that community

Parker Cox

Adding a Chief of Staff

Having a separate Work Structure





00:20:34 Favorite Mistake



No matter what: Keep Going!

When You’re Going Through Hell, Just Don’t Slow Down

Curiosity…or FOMO?





00:27:47 How to use a Chief of Staff?



Pavago





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In this episode of Business Brain, we touch on various topics such as taxes, selling business stock, and musicians selling their catalogs for capital gains. We share anecdotes about log camp, time management with family, and unconventional wealth building methods. Emphasizing communication and boundaries, we highlight the importance of balancing work, family, and personal time.

Personal experiences like dedicating time for family, leveraging tools like Apple’s focus mode, and cherishing device-free moments like hot tub conversations are discussed. We stress the significance of transparent communication with family to prevent feeling disconnected due to work commitments.

The episode concludes by urging listeners to contribute their strategies for managing family time alongside intense business involvement. We welcome feedback and express our commitment to exploring and discussing the essential aspects of work-life balance. Remember to spend quality time with loved ones for a balanced and fulfilling life.



00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #540 for Casual Friday, April 12th, 2024



April 12: National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day





00:01:09 Musicians Selling Their Catalogs for Capital Gains

00:06:17 Matt Gibson’s Used Books To Success Method in Gig Gab 423

00:11:44 Time Management With Your Family



Communicate!





00:16:47 Matt’s Log Camp helps people define “work”

00:18:34 Unplug for an hour



Go to the Dog Park

Buy a Hot Tub!

Sonos Roam





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