Mind Your Business - Max Fortune

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https://mindyourbizexpert.com/ Mind Your Business is where you get the unfiltered truth about building and running a successful business. Hosted by Max Fortune, our podcast takes you beyond the clichés and into the real struggles and triumphs of entrepreneurs, media buyers, and business owners. We bring you genuine stories, practical advice, and fresh insights that you won’t hear anywhere else. Every episode is crafted to give you the clarity and motivation you need to tackle your business challenges head-on and come out on top.

  1. The Exit Strategy Blueprint Every Founder Needs - Guest Allen Amun

    MAR 12

    The Exit Strategy Blueprint Every Founder Needs - Guest Allen Amun

    https://mindyourbizexpert.com/ - In this episode of Mind Your Business, host Max Fortune—an entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience—welcomes Allen Amun, a seasoned business strategist and advisor, to discuss one of the most critical aspects of entrepreneurship: building real enterprise value that attracts serious investors. Allen shares powerful insights on capital strategy, maintaining control of your company, and preparing your business for a successful exit. The conversation dives deep into what investors truly look for in scalable companies, how founders can position their businesses for long-term growth, and why structure, systems, and strategic leadership matter when building a company that commands respect in the investment world. Throughout the discussion, Allen breaks down the importance of financial discipline, operational clarity, and leadership vision when raising capital or preparing for acquisition. He also highlights common mistakes entrepreneurs make when seeking investment and explains how founders can retain control while still accessing the capital they need to scale. Don’t miss this episode "Capital, Control & Exit – Building Enterprise Value That Investors Respect." This insightful conversation is packed with practical advice for entrepreneurs looking to grow smarter, attract investors, and build businesses that are truly built to last. #maxfortune, #EntrepreneurMindset, #StartupStrategy, #BusinessLeadership, #InvestorReady, #CapitalStrategy, #ScaleYourBusiness, #FounderJourney, #BusinessPodcast, #AllenAmun, #BuildEnterpriseValue

    54 min
  2. Building Black Enterprises Through Chamber Infrastructure with Melvin Coleman

    FEB 23

    Building Black Enterprises Through Chamber Infrastructure with Melvin Coleman

    https://mindyourbizexpert.com/ – In this episode of Mind Your Business, host Max Fortune sits down with Melvin M. Coleman, President & CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers (ABC), to explore “Building Black Enterprises Through Chamber Infrastructure.” Coleman leads an organization of 1,200+ entrepreneurs focused on building competitive, profitable, and sustainable Black‑owned companies—powered by 12 industry committees, 5 affinity groups, and two special initiatives—and under his leadership the ABC earned 2024–2025 Chamber of the Year from the U.S. Black Chambers. Melvin breaks down the shift from short‑term hustling to true ownership and control—moving from solo effort to institution with systems, governance, and teams. Drawing on his experience as founder and chief portfolio strategist of EWM Group and 20+ years as a registered representative, he shares capital readiness and structured business credit strategies that strengthen negotiation power and position ventures for sustainable scale. “This is why strategic alignment matters. The Atlanta Black Chambers and Get Biz Credit are now official partners, offering a complimentary membership benefit to ABC members to strengthen capital readiness and structural positioning.” From there, the conversation moves into asset protection, risk management, and succession planning—what durable enterprise control looks like in practice—alongside insights from Coleman’s broader coalition work as president emeritus of the Georgia Coalition of Black Chambers. Ask

    59 min
  3. Special Episode 4: Vendor Credit Lines For Business

    04/23/2025

    Special Episode 4: Vendor Credit Lines For Business

    https://mindyourbizexpert.com – In this episode of Mind Your Business, Business Credit Strategist Max Fortune is joined once again by Sales Representative AJ from GetBiz Credit to unlock one of the most misunderstood but most powerful business credit tools available today: Vendor Credit Lines for Businesses: The Secret to Building Credit Without Cash Up Front 🧾🏢 If you're serious about building strong business credit fast, vendor credit lines—also known as Net 30 accounts—should be your first stop. Max breaks down exactly how vendor credit lines work, why they’re essential for early-stage businesses, and how to use them to establish credit without risking your own money or credit score. AJ steps into the shoes of the entrepreneur and asks the questions every new business owner wants answered—especially when it comes to qualifying for credit with little to no history. Max explains how the right vendor relationships can open the door to $50K+ in funding, all while keeping your personal credit untouched. ⚡️ Learn how Net 30 vendor accounts build your Paydex score ⚡️ Discover which vendors report to the major business credit bureaus ⚡️ Find out how to get approved—even if your business is brand new This is the foundational step most small businesses miss—and it’s costing them funding opportunities. Don’t be that business. Get educated. Get strategic. Get Biz Credit. 🎯 Ready to make credit work for your business? 📌 Start here: 🆓 Free Webinar – bit.ly/GBCfreeWebinar 🌐 Website – GetBiz.Credit 👥 Facebook Group – bit.ly/GBCFacebookgroup 🎥 Memberships Video – https://getbiz.credit/memberships/

    34 min
  4. Special Episode 3: Business Credit Cards for New Businesses

    04/16/2025

    Special Episode 3: Business Credit Cards for New Businesses

    https://mindyourbizexpert.com – In this episode of Mind Your Business, Business Credit Strategist Max Fortune returns with Sales Representative AJ from GetBiz Credit to shed light on a powerful funding tool that every new entrepreneur should be exploring: Business Credit Cards for New Businesses: Unlock Funding Without the Personal Risk 💳🚀 If you’re launching a startup or running a new business, business credit cards can be your fastest path to flexible funding—without tapping into your personal credit. Max shares expert-level insight into how the right credit card can fuel your growth, protect your personal finances, and position your company for long-term scalability. This conversation is designed to challenge how new founders think about credit and push them to leverage financial tools built specifically for their LLC—not their Social Security number. AJ brings the hard-hitting questions that every entrepreneur is thinking, and Max delivers clarity on why business credit cards are a game-changer for early-stage businesses. ⚡️ Learn how to separate your business and personal finances ⚡️ Discover how access to revolving credit can build credibility ⚡️ Find out what lenders are actually looking for in a new business You don’t have to bootstrap your way to success. Get educated. Get strategic. Get Biz Credit. 🎯 Ready to make credit work for your business? 📌 Start here: 🆓 Free Webinar – bit.ly/GBCfreeWebinar 🌐 Website – GetBiz.Credit 👥 Facebook Group – bit.ly/GBCFacebookgroup Memberships Video – https://getbiz.credit/memberships/ #GetBizCredit #MaxFortune #BusinessCreditCardsforNewBusinesses #BuildBusinessCredit #StartupFundingTips #NoPersonalGuarantee #BusinessCredit101 #NewBusinessFunding #LLCFunding #CreditForStartups #BusinessCreditMadeEasy #EntrepreneurCreditTips #SmallBusinessGrowth #StartupSuccessTools #FundingYourBusiness #BusinessCreditSolutions #ScaleWithCredit #CreditWithoutRisk #SmartBusinessFinancing #FinancialFreedomForFounders

    25 min
  5. Special Episode 2: Business Credit For Startups

    04/16/2025

    Special Episode 2: Business Credit For Startups

    https://mindyourbizexpert.com – In this episode of Mind Your Business, Business Credit Expert Max Fortune is joined by AJ, Sales Representative at GetBiz Credit, for an in-depth conversation on a topic every new entrepreneur needs to hear. From launching your business to scaling your operations, business credit is one of the most overlooked—and most powerful—tools in a startup’s arsenal. Max breaks down why building business credit from day one can mean the difference between struggling to get funding or qualifying for $50K–$250K lines of credit with no personal guarantee. AJ brings the questions every startup founder is thinking—Max delivers the clarity, confidence, and expert perspective that only comes from decades of experience in the business credit game. If you’ve started your business but haven’t started building business credit, this episode is your wake-up call. 🚨 Don’t let your startup be underfunded and over-leveraged. Learn how to build trust with lenders, separate your personal credit from your business, and unlock real opportunities for growth—without risking your own money. 🎯 Whether you're in your first 30 days or first year, this conversation could change the trajectory of your business. 📌 Ready to take the next step? Start here: 🆓 Register for the FREE Webinar: bit.ly/GBCfreeWebinar 🌐 Explore Our Website: GetBiz.Credit 👥 Join Our Facebook Group: bit.ly/GBCFacebookgroup 📽️ Watch Our Membership Video: https://getbiz.credit/memberships/ #maxfortune #AJGetBizCredit #GetBizCredit #BusinessCredit #BusinessCreditSecrets #BusinessCreditForStartups #StartupCredit #EntrepreneurFunding #CreditForStartups #StartupFinance #SmallBusinessCredit #BuildBusinessCredit #StartupFunding #BusinessCreditTips #BusinessGrowth #FinancialFreedomForStartups #EntrepreneurSuccess #EINCredit #CreditBuildingStrategies #GrowYourBusinessCredit #StartupSuccessJourney

    25 min
  6. Special Episode 1: How to Build Business Credit

    04/08/2025

    Special Episode 1: How to Build Business Credit

    https://mindyourbizexpert.com – In this special episode of Mind Your Business, host Max Fortune—a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of GetBiz Credit—sits down with AJ, one of the top Sales Representatives at GetBiz Credit, to unpack the essentials behind one of the most powerful financial tools every business owner should master: How To Build Business Credit 💳🏢 Together, they explore why business credit is the backbone of scaling any company, how it unlocks access to high-limit funding, and the game-changing impact it has on separating your personal finances from your business. Whether you’re a startup or an established entrepreneur, understanding business credit is non-negotiable if you want to grow without using your personal credit or risking your own cash. AJ shares real-world insight on what lenders are really looking for, why having the right foundation matters, and how GetBiz Credit empowers entrepreneurs to position themselves for $50K–$250K in business credit—without the personal guarantee 👀 Ready to turn your LLC into leverage? 💼 Tap into this expert conversation that will change the way you think about funding your business. 📌 Watch the full episode now and learn how to prepare for real opportunities in business credit! 🚀 Sign up for the FREE Webinar: bit.ly/GBCfreeWebinar 🌐 Visit the Website: GetBiz.Credit 👥 Join the Facebook Group: bit.ly/GBCFacebookgroup 📹 Watch Memberships Video: https://getbiz.credit/memberships/

    39 min
  7. Navigating Entrepreneurship: Lessons from Kia Waters

    04/02/2025

    Navigating Entrepreneurship: Lessons from Kia Waters

    https://mindyourbizexpert.com/ - In this episode of Mind Your Business, host Max Fortune—an entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience—welcomes Kia Waters, a dynamic marketing consultant, media personality, and founder of Smooth Waters Media Corp, to explore the keys to entrepreneurship, business growth, and marketing strategies for sustained success. Kia shares actionable insights on brand building, personal branding, and digital marketing, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in business and overcoming challenges. She also dives into strategies for small business success, the power of community building, and how to stay motivated and resilient in the face of adversity. Dive into the journey of entrepreneurship as Kia discusses transitioning from military service to media, empowering small businesses, and creating impactful marketing strategies that drive efficiency and sales. Don’t miss this engaging conversation packed with expert advice on startup tips, leveraging media influence, and mastering the entrepreneurial mindset to build a thriving business! #maxfortune, #mindyourbusiness, #mindyourbizexpert, #BusinessSuccess, #ActionableTips, #BusinessGrowth, #HelpEntrepreneurs, #InsightfulConversation #Success, #MindYourBusinessPodcast #MaxFortune #KiaWaters #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MarketingStrategies #BrandBuilding #PersonalBranding #DigitalMarketing #AuthenticityInBusiness #OvercomingChallenges #SmallBusinessSuccess #CommunityBuilding #Motivation #Resilience #StartupTips #MediaInfluence #EntrepreneurialMindset

    49 min
  8. Film and Music Creative Entrepreneurship - Encore Studios: Creative Success Stories

    03/12/2025

    Film and Music Creative Entrepreneurship - Encore Studios: Creative Success Stories

    Mind Your Business Podcast – Hosted by Max Fortune In this special live episode of Mind Your Business, host Max Fortune takes the stage at the grand opening of Encore Studios in Atlanta to dive deep into the worlds of music, film, and creative entrepreneurship. We hear from visionary filmmaker Alyx Walker, founder of CreateHer, as she shares insights on empowering women in filmmaking and the business of storytelling. Hip-hop artist Darius Johnson (DMoneyTheSoldier) opens up about his musical journey from the Atlanta Boys Choir to the main stage, emphasizing focus, hustle, and artistic growth. The conversation continues with a representative from Connect to Your City, a platform revolutionizing how creatives showcase and monetize their talents. This insightful conversation is packed with actionable tips to help entrepreneurs, artists, and filmmakers take control of their careers, build their brands, and achieve business success in the entertainment industry.

    21 min
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https://mindyourbizexpert.com/ Mind Your Business is where you get the unfiltered truth about building and running a successful business. Hosted by Max Fortune, our podcast takes you beyond the clichés and into the real struggles and triumphs of entrepreneurs, media buyers, and business owners. We bring you genuine stories, practical advice, and fresh insights that you won’t hear anywhere else. Every episode is crafted to give you the clarity and motivation you need to tackle your business challenges head-on and come out on top.

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