Business Sense (BS) with Brad

Brad Ward
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This podcast discusses trends that impact businesses and nonprofits: Expert guests are interviewed. We dive into topics such as economics and finance, employee motivation, business philosophy, and leadership theory. We try to make this a fun, yet relevant experience! Brad's Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-ward-dba-lssbb-b6a3751a2/ Consulting: https://businesssenseconsultingjc.com/ Brad's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Motivated-Worker-Managers-Improving-Satisfaction/dp/1476680213

  1. Ryan Bartlett on Tariffs, AI employability skills, and his $850 million valuation!

    04/25/2025

    Ryan Bartlett on Tariffs, AI employability skills, and his $850 million valuation!

    On this episode Ryan Bartlett talks to Milligan University business strategy students. He answers questions regarding the impacts of proposed tariffs, True Classic Tee's recent $850 million valuation, meeting Simon Sinek, and the AI skills students will need in the near future.Host Website: https://businesssenseconsultingjc.com/

    54 min

  2. 03/11/2025

    Personal Financial Advising: Buyer Beware

    On this episode I welcome Matthew Albritton, MBA, founder of Valor Financial Planning, to discuss what customers should look for in a financial advisor. We discuss Registered Investment Advisors (RIA) vs Broker-Dealers, family financial planning, and more!

    44 min
  3. Using Herzberg to Reduce Employee Turnover in High Turnover Industries

    01/01/2025

    Using Herzberg to Reduce Employee Turnover in High Turnover Industries

    On this episode I interview David Isaacs, owner of Isaac's Pools and Spas, who has annual employee turnover of around 11% in a 50% turnover industry. We discuss his strategy and how Herzberg's Two Factor Theory can be applied in today's labor environment. Business Page: https://businesssenseconsultingjc.com/

    38 min
  4. Jeremiah Cafe: Providing Employment Opportunities to the Autistic Community

    10/29/2024

    Jeremiah Cafe: Providing Employment Opportunities to the Autistic Community

    On this episode I welcome Jennifer Sweet, owner of Jeremiah Cafe, located in Johnson City, Tennessee. Jeremiah Cafe's mission is "to create an inclusive environment for the autistic in our community." We talk about the mission, business formation and type (LLC vs Nonprofit), obstacles and opportunities. Note: The business hours changed from the video, Saturday is 8am-4pm (not 7am). Host Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-ward-dba-lssbb-b6a3751a2/ Book Page: https://www.amazon.com/Motivated-Worker-Managers-Improving-Satisfaction/dp/1476680213

    19 min
  5. Generative AI at a Fortune 500 Company: Philosophical and Practical Applications

    10/11/2024

    Generative AI at a Fortune 500 Company: Philosophical and Practical Applications

    On this episode I welcome Andrew Ervin, Generative AI Manager at Eastman Chemical Company. We talk how it is being used in industry, what software and coding students should be learning, and dive into both the philosophical and practical aspects of AI moving forward.

    48 min
  6. Johnson City, TN Home Prices, Infrastructure, and Jobs: August 2024

    08/21/2024

    Johnson City, TN Home Prices, Infrastructure, and Jobs: August 2024

    On this episode I interview City Commissioner Joe Wise, who was previously interviewed in 2022 by Yahoo Finance regarding Johnson City's emerging housing market, and local Realtor Rachel Smith. We discuss housing affordability, politics, infrastructure, jobs, and more! Can local residents afford to live in a city that is deemed #1 best place to live by USA Today? Host Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-ward-dba-lssbb-b6a3751a2/ Book Page: https://www.amazon.com/Motivated-Worker-Managers-Improving-Satisfaction/dp/1476680213

    39 min
  7. Six Sigma #Fails

    05/14/2024

    Six Sigma #Fails

    On this episode I speak with Dr. Mark Cawman, professor and certified quality manager, about Six Sigma projects that failed and lessons learned. He also describes the impact AI will have on Six Sigma related jobs. Host Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-ward-dba-lssbb-b6a3751a2/ Book Page: https://www.amazon.com/Motivated-Worker-Managers-Improving-Satisfaction/dp/1476680213

    46 min

  8. 03/13/2024

    The Perils (and Promises) of Personality Testing for Career Placement

    On the episode I welcome Dr. Lori Mills, Professor of Psychology, to talk about the problems and uses of personality testing for career advancement. Should employers use them to help in recruiting and promoting? Should students use them to find their dream career/degree? The Big Five, Myers Briggs, Enneagram, DiSC, and Holland's Interest inventories will be explored.

    46 min
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This podcast discusses trends that impact businesses and nonprofits: Expert guests are interviewed. We dive into topics such as economics and finance, employee motivation, business philosophy, and leadership theory. We try to make this a fun, yet relevant experience! Brad's Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-ward-dba-lssbb-b6a3751a2/ Consulting: https://businesssenseconsultingjc.com/ Brad's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Motivated-Worker-Managers-Improving-Satisfaction/dp/1476680213

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