The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson Melinda Emerson

Melinda Emerson discusses the importance of subscribing to services and shares personal experiences with service providers. She delves into communication, professionalism, and challenges in the service industry. The episode highlights the consequences and importance of customer retention, as well as legal risks and strategies for responding to reviews. Closing with a call to action, Melinda wraps up the episode.

Melinda Emerson hosts a panel discussion with Steven Pope, Alicia Miller, and Thomas Young. They share old school marketing tips and their favorite business tools. The episode concludes with closing remarks and guest acknowledgements.

Melinda Emerson introduces Thomas Young and explores the World Trade Center Association and STEP Grants. They discuss exporting challenges, success strategies, and financing international deals. Thomas shares his best business advice, followed by closing remarks and a teaser for the next episode.

Melinda Emerson chats with Alicia Miller about her journey in franchising and key factors to consider when franchising a business. They discuss the steps to start, initial investments, setting franchise fees, and building a community within a franchise network.

Steven Pope shares his journey to becoming the Amazon Guy, offers tips on selecting products, conducting market research, and competitive analysis. He discusses pricing strategies, Amazon fulfillment vs. self-shipping, and ways to drive traffic and sales on Amazon.

Melinda Emerson discusses the Fearless Fund lawsuit, systemic inequities faced by black entrepreneurs, and alternative support methods for minority and women business owners. She also shares resources for grants, venture capital, angel investors, and corporate initiatives.