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Having an area for work, exercise, or just to get away is critically important. We have discussed ways to carve out space when working from home, and both Dave and Shannon have discussed how having an area outside of your home can increase your productivity and sanity. Today on the show, we are chatting with Eric Benavides, Founder and CEO of Backyard Workroom – a company building and installing structures in as little as 2-3 weeks that can give you that space we’ve been talking about.   00:00:00 Small Business Show #337 for Wednesday, July 21, 2021 Eric Benavides, Founder, and CEO of Backyard Workroom Necessity is the mother of invention! Being an entrepreneur is a blue-collar job How do you get this into somebody’s backyard? What do you have that’s patentable? 11:36 Sponsor: LinkedIn Jobs will help you hire the right person for your role. Post your first job for free at LinkedIn.com/SBS. Terms and conditions apply. The patenting process Start big, let them steer you small The provisional paten

If you switched to a work from home business model during the pandemic, you may now be working on a plan to get your team back into the office. What’s the best method to start in-person schedules again? How do you transition those workers that don’t want to work in person anymore and what about hybrid work schedules? Today we are going to tackle these challenges and more as we discuss a few different hybrid models, their pros and cons, and how to be meet the needs of your employees AND your business. Join your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton as we explore the challenges of getting people back to in-person work schedules. 00:00:00 Small Business Show #336 for Wednesday, July 14, 2021 “Nana and Grandad” Book 00:05:06 Getting Back to the office Work from Home Research from Harvard Business Review 00:12:40 Hybrid, Employees Decide 00:18:04 SPONSOR: Streak is a CRM designed to help you stay on top of each part of your process — and your inbox — without ever leaving Gmail. Visit Streak.com/SBS to get 20

We love getting a chance to talk with business owners that have carved out a successful niche for themselves. Today we’re sitting down with Dean Hung, Founder of Orchid Insanity. Dean has built a successful business selling Orchids on his website, eBay and Etsy. Listen and learn about the challenges of selling products that have to stay alive when shipping them worldwide and more! 00:00:00 Small Business Show #335 for Wednesday, July 7, 2021 Dean Hung from Orchid Insanity The riches are in the niches! A Hobby Gone Wild: From obsession to addiction to… profit! Failure: Business cards We don’t control the weather Etsy is slick, fast, and easy-to-use. Learns from everyone else’s mistakes 00:16:35 SPONSOR: Custom Comet creates custom merchandise for your business. Air fresheners, coasters, coffee sleeves, stickers, and more. Let Custom Comet help your brand create a unique and memorable promotional product. Mention Small Business Show for 5% off! 00:18:22 Plants are low-stress! Managing customer

Today on The Small Business Show we check in with David Carpenter, Founder of Gamiotics and the Seize the Show entertainment group. But first, it’s listener Q&A where your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton give advice to a parent of a first-time entrepreneur. Join us!       00:00:00 Small Business Show #334 for Wednesday, June 28, 2021 00:02:40  00:03:57 Kelly-Advice for a first-generation entrepreneur [email protected] Don’t Make Fear-Based Decisions Listen to Yourself Take Action Make use of SCORE Ask questions everywhere Listen to Small Business Show and ask us questions! Persistent Passion is the Key! Understand and Expand Your Talent Stack 16:09 SPONSOR: HelloFresh. Visit HelloFresh.com/sbs14 and use code sbs14 for up to 14 free meals and free shipping! 19:13 David Carpenter from Seize the Show, Gamiotics, and Tilted Windmills Theatricals David Carpenter on Small Business Show SBS 334 Outtro The post Advising a Young Entrepreneur and Gamiotics Check in ̵

Join your hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean as they sit down with Puffco Founder and CEO, Roger Volodarsky. The episode is a master class in building a niche business to produce the best products and customer experience that is possible. Roger is a true champion of creating products that solve particular problems and building a business that reflects his self-expression.     00:00:00 Small Business Show #333 for Wednesday, June 23, 2021 Interview with Roger Volodarsky, CEO and Founder of Puffco Pre-30yo Angst combined with a few Light cannabis arrests = Puffco Started with Puffco Classic, January 2014 — Built for himself! Then the Puffco Pro, October 2014 Try to impress yourself Companies led by community members All ideas are soldiers in the world of ideas “Dabbing” = Vaporizing Concentrates Attention and Intention A thought about pre-filled THC Distillate vape cartridges 19:31 SPONSOR: Custom Comet creates custom merchandise for your business. Air fresheners, coasters, coffee sleeves, stickers

Giving something of value away to customers before they place an order is a common sales and marketing technique. This reciprocity tactic is a powerful way to use persuasion to attract new customers to your business. But what about using it in other ways? With your employees, suppliers, and partners? Today on The Small Business Show you will learn about the hidden power of reciprocity and why it should be at the forefront of decision making for your business. Join your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton as they discuss the power of using reciprocity to help you and your Small Business succeed! 00:00:00 Small Business Show #332 for Wednesday, June 16, 2021 00:01:01 New Logo for SBS [email protected] 00:01:34 The Power of Reciprocity Give away something of value before the order is placed Costco’s Free Samples are their Secret Sauce HelpScout – Teaching great customer service Scott Adams: Hand out TicTacs at the start of each meeting. 00:12:06 SPONSOR: Bambee – Let Bambee help with your de

What’s the best way to manage employee reviews for your team? Should you use an objective, numerical rating system or stick with a more subjective process? Join us today as your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton discuss ways to make reviews a productive and positive experience for employees and employers. After a message from our sponsor, Streak, then it’s time for listener questions where Kevin tells us that our pie-in-the-sky optimism isn’t working for him. We get down to Earth and offer Kevin some action tips to help him get out from being stuck working for someone else. It’s hard work, but we know you can do it, Kevin! If you have a question for Dave or Shannon, contact us at [email protected]! 00:00:00 Small Business Show #331 for Wednesday, June 9, 2021 Listener Questions today! [email protected] 00:04:06 Robert: How to do reviews? Make sure you document it Call them “Check-ins.” Ask your employees to create their notes first… and share them. When to schedul

This week on The Small Business Show, your hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss choosing your ownership and why distractions can be valuable. Then it’s a wrap-up of LinkedIn with a focus on how to use the platform to grow your business, make connections and build your personal brand. Join us!       00:00:00 Small Business Show #330 for Wednesday, June 2, 2021 00:01:01 Seth Godin: “If you want to run an organization you’re proud of, choose your ownership as carefully as you choose your employees.” The Purple Cow 00:07:46 The Value of a Distraction 00:12:29 SPONSOR: Custom Comet creates custom merchandise for your business. Air fresheners, coasters, coffee sleeves, stickers, and more. Let Custom Comet help your brand create a unique and memorable promotional product. Mention Small Business Show for 5% off! 00:14:41 How to Build your LinkedIn Presence Create a personal account Also create a page for your business The Small Business Show on LinkedIn Use Keywords! Highlight Conten

On this episode of The Small Business Show, hear why co-host Shannon Jean believes LinkedIn is one of the most underutilized tools for Small Business owners. We jump into the WHY both you and your Small Business should have a presence on LinkedIn with some enlightening personal anecdotes and lessons learned on the platform.     00:00:00 Small Business Show #329 for Wednesday, May 26, 2021 00:01:24 How to Make LinkedIn Work for your Business LinkedIn Jobs (with a $50 SBS Coupon!) 00:05:03 Using LinkedIn as a “Social Network”* 00:07:40 Using LinkedIn to find Customers* Engage first. 00:10:26 Connecting with Suppliers on LinkedIn* Focus on adding value. 00:14:46 Wade through the noise 00:17:46 Using LinkedIn to develop your board of advisors* 00:19:39 Shannon’s Couch* 00:22:30 LinkedIn’s Paid Tools* 00:23:34 Be tactful with how you use LinkedIn 00:25:16 Will LinkedIn let me control my feed?* 00:26:52 More LinkedIn Tips* 00:28:16 Playing the long game* 00:30:25 SBS 329 Outtro feedback@business

Over the past 6-seasons on The Small Business Show, we frequently discuss the tactics and actions required to make the jump from Employee to Employer – leaving the comfort of a 9-5 job to start your own Small Business and to create the Charmed Life we promote on the show. Our guest today is a believer. He’s on a quest, a mission, if you will to rescue 1-million entrepreneurs from traditional employment. Tra Williams has escaped employment and founded several companies, has helped other business owners franchise and grow their concepts, and he’s led several franchise companies to success. Tra’s new book, Boss Brain is all about thinking like an entrepreneur to live the American Dream. Join your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton as we learn about Boss Brain and Tra’s own journey as a serial Entrepreneur. 00:00:00 Small Business Show #328 for Wednesday, May 19, 2021 Tra Williams, Rescuing 1 Million Entrepreneurs from Traditional Employment Growing up with no “Now Hiring” signs Fixing the

If you are a Small Business owner selling any kind of product or service, is selling and marketing on eBay part of your long-term strategy? We think it should be! Join us today as we speak with Rebecca Michals, eBay Director of Community and Engagement to learn why and how eBay is focused on helping Small Business owners succeed. Rebecca Michals, eBay’s Director, Seller Community and Engagement Marketing Seller to Seller, but everyone’s a customer The eBay for Business Podcast Make your podcast part of the whole story The eBay Up and Running Program Victor and his trading cards business 00:15:23 SPONSOR: Let Bambee help solve your HR problems. Go to Bambee.com/SMALL right now to schedule your free HR audit. Rebecca puts books on her To-Did List Shannon’s eBay Unlocked Book eBay Seller School eBay’s Concierge Customer Service Action: Join a professional organization! The post Rebecca Michals, eBay Director of Community and Engagement – Small Business Show Episode 327 appeared first on Business Br

Are you willing to do everything to make your Small Business succeed or do find certain tasks “below you”? Join us for this episode of The Small Business Show to hear why your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton believe that cleaning the toilets is a crucial step towards success as a Small Business owner. You will hear about doing whatever it takes to succeed while still being wise with your time and why leading from a position of humbleness can make all the difference for your success as a leader. Join us! 00:00:00 Small Business Show #326 for Wednesday, May 5, 2021 00:08:31 SPONSOR: Streak is a CRM designed to help you stay on top of each part of your process — and your inbox — without ever leaving Gmail. Visit Streak.com/SBS to get 20% off your first year of Streak’s Pro Plan. 00:10:22 Being an Entrepreneur is a Blue Collar Job $1,000/hr work vs. $20/hr work Be willing to do everything. It’s a working person’s job 00:25:03 SBS 326 The post Why Your Attitude about Cleaning the Toile

Join your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton for a discussion about what phrases to avoid in-person and with written communication. Then it’s time to discuss very unconventional methods to share your story with both your customers, employees, and partners. Listen in and then join us at the Small Business Support Group! 00:00:00 Small Business Show #325 for Wednesday, April 28, 2021 00:02:09 Controlling our Vernacular Ridding the Pleonasms! Don’t be afraid to chat voice. Is it a Compliment Sandwich or a Bad News Sandwich MailTags as part of SmartSuite 00:11:23 How to Get Your Story Heard Bailey Barnard talking Story on Small Business Show Story should be baked in authentically Self-effacing humor …and humanity Brian from Sell Your Mac Managing your own Terms and Conditions Re-do your voicemail messages! Tell your story everywhere: Website – HelloTushy.com Terms and Conditions Voice Mail Business Cards 00:30:15 SBS 325 Outtro The post Controlling Your Vernacular and Unconventional Way

Joining us for this episode of The Small Business Show is Howard Tiersky, CEO of FROM, a company that describes itself as a Digital Transformation Agency. Howard is going to help us learn about successful digital product launches and how to get our companies ready for the digital future. Howard is also the Best Selling Author of Winning Digital Customers – a terrific manual for driving digital success at your own company. 00:00:00 Small Business Show #324 for Wednesday, April 21, 2021 Howard Tiersky, CEO of FROM – The Digital Transformation Agency Wikipedia: Digital transformation Transformed Banks: JP Morgan Chase, TransAmerica The value of Digital Transformation when attracting talent Redefining the nature of employment Winning Digital Customers Innovation Friction (aka “The Killer App”) VisiCalc The post Howard Tiersky – Business Digital Transformation – Small Business Show Episode 324 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Following up on episode 321 where we questioned if ADHD is a “disorder or super-power” for Small Business owners, we are joined today by Brittany Smith, a Cognitive Neuroscientist with a specialty in helping people overcome the challenges of ADHD. Join your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton as they dig deeper into the topic of ADHD for Entrepreneurs and what tools can be used to find success. 00:00:00 Small Business Show #323 for Wednesday, April 14, 2021 Brittany Smith, Cognitive Neuroscientist, Conquer Consulting ADHD Coaching The past is the past.  Choosing Impulsive Choice vs. Analysis Paralysis Low Working Memory GTD Method vs. ADHD Avoiding the spiral with your To-Did List Avoid notification numbness Bring in a buddy / FocusMate / Coworking Your Willpower and Decision-Making Pools Balance Reliability vs. Saying No Shannon’s eBay Unlocked Find Brittany at @addliberator on Twitter Conquer.Consulting ADHD Guild Rejection Sensitivity and Imposter Syndrome The post Brittany Smith – Co

One of the opportunities of owning a business that we discuss on the show often is being able to create your own story. Molding a powerful narrative around your business, your brand, your products, and even yourself can be one of the most rewarding and powerful aspects of being a business owner. But what if you’re not sure how to get started creating this narrative, or you need help getting your story out there to your prospective customers? Joining us today is Bailey Barnard, Founder and Creative Director of Media Stone Creative. MSC is a storytelling content creative agency that helps create and promote stories that can make your business stand out. Join your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton as we explore storytelling to connect with your customers and grow your Small Business. 00:00:00 Small Business Show #322 for Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Bailey Barnard, Media Stone Creative with Multimedia Storytelling If you don’t have a story, you don’t have a business. Every business has a story! Articula

Having ADHD as a kid is challenging and can be a huge obstacle to being successful in school. There’s no doubt that as parents and educators, we need to continue to develop new systems to help ADHD kids be successful during their formative years. But what about beyond our youth? Are there aspects of ADHD that can help us to succeed? Is ADHD really a hidden super-power that can be used to help us lead a Charmed Life? That’s the topic for this episode of The Small Business Show. Join your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton today as Shannon takes a deep dive into his own experiences with ADHD and the tools he has put in place to become a successful ADHD Small Business owner. We also impart an important framework that could have a tremendous positive impact if you have a young person struggling with ADHD today. Listen in! 00:00:00 Small Business Show #321 for Wednesday, March 31, 2021 00:01:24 SXSW21 – Jon Platt and Carole King. Notes on Inclusive Leadership Special things are supposed to be

Join your hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean as they work through the Hiring Process with a new employee for one of Dave’s small businesses, Backbeat Media. We will discuss attracting talent by using LinkedIn Jobs, vetting prospective candidates, and tips and techniques for holding interviews. We also learn about the extremely effective concept of a “paid audition” for new prospects and much more. Listen in and then share your own hiring tips at the Small Business Support Group! 00:00:00 Small Business Show #320 for Wednesday, March 24, 2021 00:01:42 The Hiring Process Identifying the things you’re bad at, and bringing someone in Attracting Candidates Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn posts – 5 candidates $133 on LinkedIn Jobs – 70 candidates Vetting candidates Questionnaire. Describe history. Salary requirements.  Interviewing Candidates Zoom is GREAT. 20 minutes isn’t an insult. Interview Evaluation Sheet What is the most important thing I should remember about you? Daily

It’s not often that we have a guest running a business that has been in operation for over 90-years. A company that may have started small but has grown to 5 locations in Southern California with over 80 employees. Tom Blumenthal has had the challenging task of stewarding a storied brand through the Coronavirus and adapting to changing customer habits and desires. Tom is the President and CEO of GEARYS Beverly Hills, and we are fortunate to have him with us today. 00:00:00 Small Business Show #319 for Wednesday, March 17, 2021 Tom Blumenthal, President, and CEO, GEARYS Beverly Hills “Come in like it’s our first day in business every day.” “We’re not decorating to the nines; we’re decorating to the tens!” The post Tom Blumenthal – President and CEO of GEARYS Beverly Hills – Small Business Show Episode 319 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

As Entrepreneurs and Small Business owners, we often hear these phrases:  That won’t work. If it’s such a good business idea, why hasn’t anyone else done it? Maybe you should stay in your lane. You should be more realistic. Naysayers are all around us. Join your hosts Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton today on The Small Business Show to learn how to take the power away from the Naysayers and use it as fuel to help you succeed! 00:00:00 Small Business Show #318 for Wednesday, March 10, 2021 Not a sponsor, but you still get $50: LinkedIn.com/SBS Shannon’s new eBay Unlocked Book 00:02:53 Fueled by Naysayers Ghandi: First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win. SBS 315: Shield Yourself With Success Meeting with Alan Meckler SBS 275: David Jenyns of Systemology 00:21:56 SBS 318 Outtro Review the Small Business Show The post Fueling Your Success with the Tears of Naysayers – Small Business Show 318 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.