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Business Owner Tales from the Trenches Cannon Carr
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4.9 • 15 Ratings
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Join Cannon Carr, CEO and Business Owner at CornerCap, as he has conversations with entrepreneurs on lessons learned from the trenches. Cannon and his guests talk about sustaining business success, while appreciating financial independence along the way.
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Ep 32: Navigating Transitions and Why Your Story Matters with Michelle Prince
Changing careers can be a scary and often necessary move as your needs, interests, goals, and skills transform over time. In this episode, you’re going to hear about how you can succeed as an entrepreneur in your SECOND career. You will also hear about how to differentiate yourself from other people while building trust at the same time.
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Ep 31: Leading through Periods of Rapid Growth, Change and Uncertainty with Chris Walters
Entrepreneurs can learn a lot from leaders who’ve run public companies and large divisions of private companies. Do you know how to lead a team through high growth, high uncertainty and periods of high change? In this episode featuring Chris Walters, CEO of Pluralsight, you will learn how to handle some of the most tricky and important moments your business will experience.
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Ep 30: From Corporate to Entrepreneur in Retail Beverage: A Playbook for the First Four Years With Leslie Danford
If you’ve been in the corporate world and are looking to become an entrepreneur, today’s episode will give you a solid look at what to expect in those first few years. Leslie Danford, founder and CEO of Vitaminis, joins the show to talk about her transition from corporate to starting her own retail beverage business. Her account of her experience and the insight she shares will give you inspiration and reassurance as you embark on your own journey. Listen in to hear about what she calls the “risk aversion dance” that happens at the beginning stages, as well as how she was able to gain the confidence to go all in.
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Ep 29: Reflections on a Founder's 35th Anniversary: A Journey of Conviction with Tom Quinn
Today we have the opportunity to hear from someone who has founded and run a business for over 35 years. Tom Quinn, founder of CornerCap, joins us to share his journey from where he started in the industry and what brought him to founding a successful firm. Don't miss his powerful insights into the importance of being able to adapt, the kind of team you want to build, and more.
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Ep 28: What I Wish I Knew When Starting My Business with Scott Regan
Today we sit down with Scott Regan, Founder of LeadWorks, LLC, to hear about his experience and what he wishes he knew when starting his entrepreneurial journey. Scott reflects on how he would have set up his business differently if armed with the knowledge he has now, lessons that are crucial for business success, and more. Listen in for actionable tips to propel your business forward and avoid common pitfalls along the way.
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Ep 27: The Art of "Listening to the Business" with Melissa Bunnen Jernigan
In this inspiring episode, discover how Melissa Bunnen Jernigan, co-founder of the iconic Atlanta brand Piece of Cake, turned $500 into a million-dollar business over 10 years. Success isn't just about having a detailed plan or prior business knowledge; it's about defining your own path and staying true to your vision. Melissa shares insights into the importance of defining success, making strategic decisions, and staying focused amidst the noise of entrepreneurial advice.
You can find show notes, resources and more at: https://tinyurl.com/bddke2d3
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