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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The Power of a Press Release
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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The Lonely Entrepreneur
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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LMA $ > FU $
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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Enjoy Life While You Have It
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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Growing Your Brand on Social - X and Beyond
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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Gabe Trevizo - Winning Shark Tank and More
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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