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Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast Shannon Jean & Dave Hamilton
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Two long-time small-business owners, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean, come to you each week to talk through the trials, success, pitfalls and tips it takes to successfully run a small business in today's world. Hear real-world folks talk about real-world problems, letting you know not only what it takes to get it done but that you're not alone in doing it!
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Alex Forbes Lane 17 Cabinet Co - Part 2
Dave Hamilton, Shannon Jean, and Alex Forbes from Lane 17 Cabinets discuss building systems and output thinking in business. Alex shares his journey transitioning from furniture making to focusing on cabinets, emphasizing lean manufacturing principles, delegation, and hiring for continuous improvement.
They mention “Output Thinking” by John Seifer, the challenges of managing growth, and the value of seeking outside help. Alex highlights the importance of learning and adapting, sharing his experience with the business community on X for support and connection. The episode emphasizes embracing continuous improvement and community support in entrepreneurship.
00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #560 for Casual Friday, June 21st, 2024
June 21st: National Day of The Gong
Guest: Alex Forbes from Lane 17 Cabinets
Less Planning, More Action!
…And then you change and start planning
LEAN Mentality with Two-Second Improvements
John Seiffer’s “Output Thinking”
Finding an SMB pocket on Social Media…a Support Group!
Fine-Tuning Social Media
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Alex Forbes from Lane 17 Cabinet Co, Part 1
On Business Brain, we chat with Alex Forbes, founder of Lane 17 Cabinet Company. Alex traces his entrepreneurial evolution from woodworking to specialized cabinetry amid pandemic challenges. He discusses delegation, lean principles, and continuous improvement, crediting the X community for support. The conversation emphasizes authenticity in social media, learning from experiences, and collaboration opportunities for entrepreneurs online.
00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #559 for Wednesday, June 19th, 2024
June 19th: Juneteenth, National Wristwatch Day, and also National Martini Day
00:01:30 Guest: Alex Forbes from Lane 17 Cabinets
00:02:00 Growing up in an entrepreneurial household
00:03:32 A Quick post-College detour to the real world then…Lane 17!
Named after Fire Lane 17 on the lakeside
00:05:33 From Cutting Boards to Restaurant Furniture
Going into debt…great motivator!
00:07:39 Covid opens up the door for a pivot to custom cabinetry
00:08:41 The A-Ha Moment
00:11:48 Managing The Terrible Memories
00:14:47 Expanding your internal footprint
00:19:14 “The Business Had to Grow Through Debt”
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Saved by my Ego
Join us on Business Brain as we explore a fresh segment idea for animal shelters, envisioning a community-based system where dog adopters provide mutual support like pet-sitting. We discuss the potential for shelters to offer additional services for financial sustainability and touch on the concept of “business therapy.” Sharing a personal anecdote, we reflect on the importance of humility and continuous learning. Embracing challenges and feedback, we encourage a collaborative environment for growth and development.
00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #558 for Casual Friday, June 14th, 2024
June 14th: National Pop Goes The Weasel Day
00:01:06 Codifying Business Therapy
00:09:35 SPONSOR: LinkedIn Jobs will help you hire the right person for your role. Post your first job for free at LinkedIn.com/BUSINESSBRAIN. Terms and conditions apply.
00:10:55 My Ego Saved Me From Itself.
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Coaches and Courses
Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton discuss the superhero complex in entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of empowering others and letting go of control. They explore the qualities of a good coach and the value of defining success metrics when seeking coaching. The hosts reflect on featuring coaches on the show, considering the insights they could offer on coaching strategies. They invite audience feedback on effective coaching characteristics and encourage open dialogue for shared learning.
00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #557 for Wednesday, June 12th, 2024
June 12th: Superman Day
00:01:03 Superhero Complex
Main Character Syndrome
David Lee Roth epitomizes Lead Singer Syndrome
Gary Cherone knows how to manage this!
Business Brain 530 – The Alter Ego Effect
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00:07:57 Coaches, Courses, and their value (like therapy!)
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Power Phrases + Mobile Locker Co
In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon share light-hearted banter about donuts and amusing business jargon before delving into Dave’s exhilarating experience at a Rolling Stones concert. They discuss the Mobile Locker Company’s innovative solution for secure storage at events, praising its business model and problem-solving abilities. The conversation transitions to logistical challenges at venues, emphasizing the importance of efficient entry and exit procedures.
The episode wraps up with a call for listeners to share unique business problem-solving stories, leaving audiences with a blend of humor, practical advice, and entrepreneurial insights into event management and customer service dynamics.
00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #556 for Casual Friday, June 7th, 2024
June 7th: National Donut Day
00:01:22 “Is there anything that would cause you to not attend our appointment?”
“I’m glad to help, I know you will do the same for me.”
00:03:35 Mobile Locker company
Yondr Phone Sleeves
00:14:30 Parking as the friction point
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Become a Master of Compartmentalization
Join us in this episode of Business Brain, marking our 555th episode, as Dave and Shannon share insights on consistency and persistence in business success. We explore compartmentalization, emphasizing clear boundaries, designated workspaces, and prioritizing tasks with the Eisenhower matrix.
We also discuss delegation of non-core tasks and reflecting on accomplishments through a “to-did” list. Share your compartmentalization tips with us as we collectively enhance our business prowess. Tune in for strategies to elevate productivity and efficiency in business management.
00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #555 for Wednesday, June 5th, 2024
June 5th: National Gingerbread Day
00:01:29 Thanks for your patience
Delivering Positive Frameworks
00:04:51 Be an Excellent Curator
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00:08:07 Master of Compartmentalization
Business Brain Episode 376
00:10:00 Shaming Myself for Multitasking
00:15:57 Chunking up your day
The Pomodoro Method with Bob LeVitus on Business Brain
Manage the Brain Reset!
00:18:57 The Eisenhower Matrix
00:21:28 To Did Lists
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