Episode 76: 5 Shifts for Transformation

In this episode of Small Business Connections with Ann Brennan we discuss mindset coaching and the benefits of working with a transformation coach. Our guest, Luke Harlan of The Mindset Revolution, is a Transformational Business, Mindset and Health Coach. Luke's goal is to free people from the common myths, misconceptions and limiting beliefs that hold them back from becoming the best versions of themselves to thrive personally and profit professionally.

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Episode 75: Entrepreneurs Financial Fitness

In this episode, Ann talks with the Founder, President and Chief Finacial Fitness Trainer of Bissett Financial Fitness, Inc., Tracey Bissett. As a financial detective, Tracey wants to help as many people be as profitable as possible. Tracey shares that money can be harnessed and used as a tool. It is important to quantify financial issues as it permeates every aspect of your life.

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Episode 74: Putting Out a Clear Message

Join us in this episode of Small Business Connections as Ann talks with Kenneth "Shark" Kinney, a keynote speaker, accomplished marketer, lead generation driver and business growth consultant. Ann met Kenneth at the Philadelphia Digital Summit two years ago and they have connected to share insight on the digital and social media world ever since. Kenneth is passionate about leveraging data in omnichannel strategies and know for driving growth in digital marketing and advanced addressable TV.

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Episode 72: Moving Forward

In this episode, we talk about the importance of movement as a business owner with Tina McDermott of Tina McDermott LLC. Our physical health and mental well being are tied and can both affect how well we can run a business.

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Episode 71: Pandemic Reevaluation

In this episode of Small Business Connections, Ann talks with Cindy Maka of Undreamed Shores Travel about Cindy's top 5 ways of reevaluating and adjusting your business during the pandemic.

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Episode 67: Using Your Wardrobe as a Business Strategy

Join us for this episode of Small Business Connections as Ann talks with Toi Sweeney of the Well Dressed Brand and author of Secrets of the Well Dressed Brand. Toi is a fashion stylist, designer, brand image strategist, speaker and entrepreneur who helps people dress for success. She shares the importance of using your wardrobe as a business strategy.

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Episode 66:Helping People Live Healthy and Chemically Clean

In this episode of Small Business Connections, we talk about living chemically clean and the importance of building relationships through being a small business owner, with Jack Smith of Smith Living.

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Episode 65: Increasing Referrals

In this episode of Small Business Connections, we discuss referrals- asking for, giving, and growing your business referrals, with Stephen Crisp of Nerd Singing. The booming growth of Stephen's business comes from referrals, mastering his craft and his pivotability. Stephen makes disciples, not clients by helping them problem solve and his desire to be the best part of his clients' day. When you help a client solve a problem, they then tell other people how you helped solve their problem. Understanding your clients leads to more clients and ultimately builds your network and your business.

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Episode 62: Content and Copywrite

In this episode of the Small Business Connections Podcast Ann talks with Cat Harvey about content, creation, writing and why hiring a copywriter is a good idea. Cat has 25+ years of business experience and is passionate about communication and connection. You can find Cat on the web at the Copy Cat Writer and Cat Harvey The Client Whisperer for Coaches.

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Episode 61: Joy As a Business Strategy

Join us as we discuss making the sales process enjoyable for your clients, customers, team and yourself, with Tasha Smith, the founder of Emerge Sales Training. Tasha breaks down the who and why of sales and reminds us to look at everything from the customer's perspective.

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Episode 60: Applying Big Business Marketing

Today's Marketing is different and changing and pivoting is essential to building, maintaining and growing your business relationships. Carlos Gil, author of The End of Marketing and co-creator of Outlaw Masks discusses business is about relationships and how to cultivate social media as both a news outlet and escape. Carlos emphasizes the importance of and difference between social media platforms. Your clients and potential customers need to be engaged and want what is real and relatable. Carlos shares keys of today's marketing; being more human, your tone on social media, pivoting, networking and consistency.

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Episode 59: Automize to Maximize

Jarod Spiewak of Blue Dog Media about using systems, automization, customizing strategies, and the mindset of continuous improvement. These processes build efficiency, helping you finish more work and get your company's marketing published in less time, ultimately saving you time and money. We discuss some of the systems we both use and relish in the benefits systemizing brings.

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Episode 58: Managing a Growing Business

Today we talk about managing your growing business with Dr. Josh Funk, CEO and founder of Rehab2Perform, a local Maryland Physical Therapy and Wellness Center. We discuss the strategies Dr. Funk uses to continue to grow his business.

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Episode 57: The Knee Keeper

Knee pain is a common problem, especially as we age. Many business owners will suffer from knee pain for years before taking steps to fix it, which affects every aspect of your life. Today, we talk with Renee Moten, The Knee Keeper, about what causes knee pain, how to spot it early, and how to prevent it.

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