Bold Business Podcast

Jess Dewell
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The Voice of Bold Business Radio talks about skills to ask better questions, solve problems and take action. The result is effectively handling: tough situations; changing culture; adding new products or markets; setting goals; reviewing people; evaluating business; setting priorities; building strategy; and more.

  1. Bold Moves and Hard Lessons: Success and Surviving Mistakes

    5D AGO

    Bold Moves and Hard Lessons: Success and Surviving Mistakes

    There are invisible signals that differentiate bold business moves from costly mistakes. Calculated risks — financial, emotional, and strategic — unlock opportunities. In today's fast-paced environment, modern businesses need to embrace rapid change, particularly with the rise of AI. Start by focusing on what you know best: the strengths of your business, yourself, and your partners. Then, analyze how AI is impacting your industry and how your customers' needs and purchasing behaviors are evolving. In this episode, you will learn how to identify clues that indicate success or failure. You'll discover the importance of honing your skills to recognize when you're out of your depth and learn how to determine what results signify success. Remember, business success today is not defined by the same paths as in the past. The saying "don't judge a book by its cover" holds truer today than ever. Jess Dewell speaks with Scott Kelly, CEO of Black Dog Venture Partners, about how to navigate mistakes by listening for your next big opportunity and what it truly means to be BOLD and committed to big moves. --------------------   If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business. -------------------- You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

    41 min
  2. The Art of Controlled Risk: Navigating Entrepreneurship's Challenges

    OCT 30

    The Art of Controlled Risk: Navigating Entrepreneurship's Challenges

    How do you dare to innovate when there are mouths to feed and mortgages looming? It's time to cut through the theory — real, practical risk-taking is not just bold, it's smart and can lead to significant gains.   Life comes with constraints, but by embracing them, you can shift your perspective and unlock innovative solutions that go beyond the standard "workable" options. It's absolutely possible to pursue your biggest dreams while taking calculated risks that maintain your stability. While pragmatic risk-taking may not have the flashiest reputation, its potential for substantial, long-term rewards is undeniable.   In this episode, we dive into the reality of situational decision-making. Discover how to stay in tune with your business even from afar and learn how to rethink constraints to make the best choices for your next step.    Jess Dewell sits down with Rich Kahn, CEO and Co-Founder of Anura Solutions, LLC, to explore the art of controlled risk, the power of being BOLD, and the clarity needed to achieve your goals. Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired to take your risks strategically!   —-----------------   If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business. -------------------- You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

    47 min
  3. Staying Out of the Comfort Zone: Raising Your Hand for Messy Problems

    OCT 23

    Staying Out of the Comfort Zone: Raising Your Hand for Messy Problems

    Not every industry trend is worth chasing after. How you allocate your time is something you can truly manage.    Leverage your experience to step up and embrace new, riskier challenges. Your time is your most valuable asset, and being open to failure demonstrates to yourself and your superiors that you are willing to take risks and explore new opportunities.    As technology evolves at lightning speed, stepping into situations that highlight your cross-functional curiosity can help you build essential skills while sharpening your business instincts.   In this program, you'll learn about the critical need for two-way communication when making significant decisions. Just because your competitors are doing it doesn't mean your company should follow suit. Remember, time is your only true currency, so use it wisely.    Jess Dewell discusses with Mahesh Guruswamy, Technical Advisor at Luster, the importance of being BOLD and the courage to raise your hand and accept complex business challenges.   --------------------   If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business. -------------------- You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

    44 min

  4. OCT 16

    UNCHARTED: Breakthrough Success Demands Discomfort, Tough Questions, and Daring Moves

    The decisions you sidestep often carry the heaviest consequences. Embracing a "NO" can lead uncovering your greatest victories. Taking small, bold actions consistently over time equips you for the more significant leaps ahead.    Your mindset around confidence, setbacks, and daily activities can determine whether your business succeeds or fails. It's high time to stop shying away from the information that enriches your decision-making process. Those cozy chairs may remain unnoticed until you actively seek them out.   This conversation is about the importance of reaching out to the right people about your strategic ideas, as this can often be a limiting factor. Furthermore, you'll learn that developing your own decision-making framework is crucial for engaging with your growth strategy. It's all about taking consistent actions that enable your company to push forward, refine which ideas to explore, and then experiment with them.   In this UNCHARTED episode, Jess Dewell speaks with Rosco Graves Jr., Managing Director at Polaxis. They discuss the vital balance of optimism and realism necessary to confront the discomfort that comes with scaling, and what makes it BOLD to step away from the temptation of easy wins.   —-----------------   If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business. -------------------- You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

    45 min
  5. Turning Conflict Into Growth: Mastering the Four Types of Business Conversations

    OCT 9

    Turning Conflict Into Growth: Mastering the Four Types of Business Conversations

    The potential of your business has a gatekeeper: the day-to-day conversations you engage in. From great ideas that never take off to the changes that promises bring, understanding our own communication patterns can help unlock growth.   Meaningful conversation is rooted in self-development and an open-minded approach to understanding others' perspectives. While there are many correct choices to make, only one can be selected at a time. It's important to ensure that the choices and promises made—whether to ourselves, our teams, or our company—support the future of the business rather than hinder it.   In this episode, you will learn how to identify cues that require closer attention, the true impact of promises on the bottom line, and how slowing down just a little can enhance your chances of success.   Jess Dewell speaks with Chuck Wisner, CEO of Wisner Inc., about what bold companies do to turn conflict into growth and how to break through conversational patterns that can sabotage innovation.   --------------------   If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business. -------------------- You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

    53 min
  6. Finding Your Voice as a Leader: Tom Gegax on Resilience, Change, and Self-Forgiveness

    OCT 2

    Finding Your Voice as a Leader: Tom Gegax on Resilience, Change, and Self-Forgiveness

    What would you do to forgive yourself and unlock your business' true potential? This is achievable when you regularly engage in honest assessment without judgment.   Servant leadership combines compassion with a strong focus on accountability. It involves genuinely caring for both the employees and the community your organization serves, while also maintaining high standards and holding everyone accountable for results. This approach requires self-awareness, enabling you to foster a culture of accountability where everyone can thrive.   In the launch of Season 9 of the BOLD Business Podcast, you'll discover that it is indeed possible to identify areas in need of improvement and make significant changes. You can reach for greatness because it is a tangible goal, and you can embrace your imperfections while forgiving your past self.   Jess Dewell talks with Tom Gegax, Gramercy Fund / Confessions of a CEO Film, about why it is BOLD to break the current expectation of what a CEO's role is.   --------------------   If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business. -------------------- You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

    50 min
  7. Good Goals vs. Bad Goals: Rethinking Success

    SEP 25

    Good Goals vs. Bad Goals: Rethinking Success

    The way you develop and execute goals, choose connections to form relationships, and overcome limiting beliefs may be at odds with your definition of success.   There are pitfalls associated with the power of goal setting, but you can begin right where you are. Question the goals you set to ensure they genuinely reflect your aspirations and are free from family or societal expectations. Discard any ego-driven goals to uncover your authentic objectives. By cultivating deep, meaningful relationships, you can build a support system that helps you courageously confront limiting beliefs while staying true to your authentic self.   When you demonstrate genuine care and value for others, you create a cycle of positive, impactful relationships at all levels, which in turn fuels your goals.   In this episode of the BOLD Business Podcast, you'll learn that relationships are central to everything in life. Your dreams matter, so it's essential to articulate them clearly for yourself. Every business has a plan, as you've already answered THE question.   It's time to tap into the human aspect of goal setting by listening to the conversation between Jess Dewell and David Steele, Founder / CEO of One Wealth Advisors and Co-Founder / Executive Chairman of Flour + Water Hospitality Group. They discuss the human elements of goal setting, and David emphasizes the importance of rigorously examining your own goals to ensure they are authentic and not based on ego or external pressure.   --------------------   If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you to keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business. -------------------- You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

    50 min
  8. The Partnership Pivot: Navigating Perspectives to Drive Growth

    SEP 18

    The Partnership Pivot: Navigating Perspectives to Drive Growth

    Partnerships play a vital role in the future of your business, whether you're just launching or you've been in the game for years. Interestingly, companies often fail not because of a poor idea, but rather due to partnerships that go awry.  In this episode of "It's Your Business," Jess Dewell, a strategic growth consultant, Christy Maxfield, a business consultant and Dean Barta, a financial advisor, offer valuable insights to help you strengthen your relationships, minimize risks, and secure your business's future.  They explore the often-overlooked potential of curiosity and mutual accountability, guiding you through five essential steps to evaluate your current partnership.  By doing so, you'll be equipped to engage in meaningful conversations with your partners. This approach transcends mere pleasantries, diving into the complex yet crucial discussions that can truly make or break your business. --------------------   If you want to identify business bottlenecks, the necessary skills, the initial actions to take, the expected milestones, and the priorities for achieving growth, try the "Growth Framework Reset" approach. This will help you keep learning and growing while working strategically on your business. -------------------- You can get in touch with Jess Dewell on Twitter,  LinkedIn or Red Direction website.

    53 min
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The Voice of Bold Business Radio talks about skills to ask better questions, solve problems and take action. The result is effectively handling: tough situations; changing culture; adding new products or markets; setting goals; reviewing people; evaluating business; setting priorities; building strategy; and more.

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  • Creator
    Jess Dewell
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    478
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Red Direction, LLC
  • Show Website
    Bold Business Podcast