The Small Business Safari

Chris Lalomia
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  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP
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The Small Business Safari

Have you ever sat there and wondered "What am I doing here stuck in the concrete zoo of the corporate world?" Are you itching to get out? Chris Lalomia and his co-host Alan Wyatt traverse the jungle of entrepreneurship. Together they share their stories and help you explore the wild world of SCALING your business. With many years of owning their own small businesses, they love to give insight to the aspiring entrepreneur. So, are you ready to make the jump?

  1. [Revisiting] Reshaping the Tech Industry With a Customer Experience Mindset

    1 DAY AGO

    [Revisiting] Reshaping the Tech Industry With a Customer Experience Mindset

    On this episode of the Small Business Safari we welcome Rich Sheridan! While his focus has always been around technology, his passion is actually process, teamwork and organizational design, with one inordinately popular goal: the Business Value of Joy! Rich goes in-depth on how he achieved these goals. So take a listen. I am sure any entrepreneur will learn something from this episode! Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our You...

    55 min
  2. Small Business Safari: From Law Firm Leadership to Holiday Traditions with Lisa Schippel

    DEC 17

    Small Business Safari: From Law Firm Leadership to Holiday Traditions with Lisa Schippel

    Ever wondered how intuition plays a role in business success, or how Thanksgiving traditions can vary so widely? Join us as we embark on a "Small Business Safari," where we blend business insights with personal tales, offering a unique take on small business ownership. Our journey takes a humorous twist with stories of a "pocket judge" and the surprising cultural differences in holiday meals. Let’s not forget our dive into history with a trip to Bastogne, Belgium, enriched by heartfelt storie...

    58 min

  3. DEC 10

    Unlocking Small Business Success: AI Innovations, Storytelling, and Marketing Strategies with Wes Gay

    Unlock the secrets to small business triumphs with our expert guest, Wes Gay, as we explore the compelling world of storytelling and the groundbreaking influence of AI on entrepreneurship. Discover how positioning yourself as a "guide" can transform your marketing strategy, allowing your customers to shine as the true heroes of your business narrative. Alongside Wes, we pull back the curtain on powerful storytelling techniques, contrasting iconic strategies like Simon Sinek's "Start with Why"...

    49 min
  4. From Humble Beginnings to Hardwood Success: Michael Keroack's Journey in Authentic Entrepreneurship

    DEC 3

    From Humble Beginnings to Hardwood Success: Michael Keroack's Journey in Authentic Entrepreneurship

    Have you ever wondered how authenticity and company culture can catalyze small business success? Join us as we embark on a captivating journey into entrepreneurship with our esteemed guest, Michael Kerouac from Authentic Hardwoods. Michael takes us from his humble beginnings in Vernon, Connecticut, to navigating the challenges of building a thriving hardwood flooring business in Atlanta, Georgia. Through his compelling story, we shine a light on the power of mentorship, the essence of authent...

    54 min
  5. Scaling Your Business: Real Stories, AI Innovations, and Membership Mastery

    NOV 26

    Scaling Your Business: Real Stories, AI Innovations, and Membership Mastery

    Ever wondered if you could scale your small business without the fairytale of overnight success? Get ready for a light-hearted yet informative journey through the handyman business world where we break down the real challenges and triumphs of growing a business. With our special guest Uzair, affectionately known as Uzi, we share humorous anecdotes, tackle the myth of instant success, and emphasize the importance of gradual growth and reinvestment. Listen in as we offer insights into stepping ...

    47 min
  6. Unveiling Business Growth Strategies: Insights with Ellen Rohr on Tech, Trades, and Entrepreneurial Success

    NOV 19

    Unveiling Business Growth Strategies: Insights with Ellen Rohr on Tech, Trades, and Entrepreneurial Success

    Charging more than it costs to provide a service was a revelation that transformed my entrepreneurial journey—and it might just transform yours too. Join us as we unpack this pivotal lesson and more with special guest Ellen Rohr from the Home Service Institute. Ellen shares her wealth of knowledge from the home services industry, helping us navigate business growth with practical insights and laughter. We also take a trip down memory lane to my recent visit to Texas, including the gargantuan ...

    56 min
  7. From Family Business to Marketing Empire: Logan Shinholser Entrepreneurial Journey

    NOV 12

    From Family Business to Marketing Empire: Logan Shinholser Entrepreneurial Journey

    What does it take to transition from working with your family's business to creating a successful marketing empire dedicated to contractors? Join us as we unpack the incredible journey of Logan Schindholzer, founder of Contractor Growth Network. Logan reveals the dynamic shift from working late nights and weekends for his dad's company to spearheading his own venture, using his athletic prowess and storytelling skills to navigate the entrepreneurial safari. Expect to gain invaluable insights ...

    52 min
  8. Scaling Small Businesses, Hitchhiking Tales, and Music Memories with Terry 'Doc' Dockery

    NOV 5

    Scaling Small Businesses, Hitchhiking Tales, and Music Memories with Terry 'Doc' Dockery

    Unlock the secrets of scaling your small business with insights from our special guest, Terry "Doc" Dockery, as he shares wisdom on conflict resolution and finding happiness in entrepreneurship. We navigate the intricate dynamics of family-run businesses, offering key strategies to attract and retain talent, implement effective systems, and the importance of stepping back to work on your business instead of just in it. Through the inspiring story of an entrepreneur who transitioned from a hum...

    56 min
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Have you ever sat there and wondered "What am I doing here stuck in the concrete zoo of the corporate world?" Are you itching to get out? Chris Lalomia and his co-host Alan Wyatt traverse the jungle of entrepreneurship. Together they share their stories and help you explore the wild world of SCALING your business. With many years of owning their own small businesses, they love to give insight to the aspiring entrepreneur. So, are you ready to make the jump?

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  • Creator
    Chris Lalomia
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    208
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Small Business Safari
  • Show Website
    The Small Business Safari

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