Personal Branding

In this episode of Small Business Connections with Ann Brennan, we talk about the importance of knowing your personal brand as a small business owner with Christine Gritmon of Christine Gritmon Inc.

Social Media Marketing, Entrepreneurs, Personal BrandingAnn BrennanSeptember 16, 2020engaging posts, networking, personal branding, podcast for entrepreneurs, podcast for small business owners, simplify delivery, small business connections, social media networking

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.

Transformation CoachAnn BrennanSeptember 14, 2020empathetic listener, growth mindset, intentional actions, life transformation, mindset, mindset coach, self accountability, selfawareness, self improvement, transformationcoach, Small Business, podcast for entrepreneurs, podcast, positive mindset

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.

Business Finance, Financial CoachAnn BrennanSeptember 10, 2020cashflow, costs and overhead, financial fitness, financial plans, market validation, money agenda, profitability, target market, using money as a tool, podcast for entrepreneurs

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.

Social Media MarketingAnn BrennanSeptember 7, 2020brand awareness, customer experience, customer first, customer journey, data driven, entrepreneur, improve the experience, marketing podcast, podcast, small business owner, smarketing, social media platforms, touch points, content alignmentComment

3 Tips for How to Use Social Media For Your Business

In this brief episode of Small Business Connections, Ann shares her top 3 tips for using social media to grow your business. Ann shares exactly what you should do, as a small business owner on social media.

Social Media MarketingAnn BrennanSeptember 2, 2020potential customers, social media, social media how to, Small Business, podcast for entrepreneurs, digital marketing, growing business

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.

Well BeingAnn BrennanAugust 26, 2020breathing techniques, entrepreneur life, fitness for business, health and wellbeing, healthy habits, healthy lifestyle, healthy living, podcast for entrepreneurs, vitamin d, walking meditations

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.

Business OwnerAnn BrennanAugust 24, 2020calmapp, careercoach, longtermgoals, pandemicreevaluation, podcast, positivepeople, sellinghope, travelagency, travelagent, tripinsurance, videoconferences, virtualconferences

Renaissance Woman

In this episode of Small Business Connections, we talk with Felicia Barlow Clar, CEO of BarClar Entertainment, LLC and Epilogue Tributes as she shares her journey of running multiple businesses and her top 5 success strategies on being a Renaissance Woman.

Business OwnerAnn BrennanAugust 19, 2020emotions, events during the pandemic, grief and joy, reinventing yourself, renaissance woman, work/life balance

Be Your Clients' Hero

Join us as we discuss how businesses can survive and thrive with Carter Wilcoxson, founder of CSI Financial Group. In this episode, we cover three very important topics.

Client ConnectionsAnn BrennanAugust 17, 2020business relationships, clients, clients hero, collaboration, competitor proof, conventional wisdom, cultivating relationships, estate planning, networking, retaining clients

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.

Wardrobe for BusinessAnn BrennanAugust 12, 2020brand strategy, business wardrobe, dress for business, wardrobe tips, well dressed

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.

Business Owner, Well BeingAnn BrennanAugust 10, 2020chemically clean, entrepreneur, environmental effects, fragrance free, look at the labels, natural cleaners, networking, shaklee, small business owner

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.

EntrepreneursAnn BrennanAugust 5, 2020business referrals, delegating, entrepreneur, opportunity, podcast, quality over quantity, referrals, small business owner, Entrepreneurship, networking, next level product

Decision Fatigue for Business Owners

Avoiding fatigue and staying motivated are both vital to your business' success. In this episode, we speak with Sal Schittino of Sal's Therapy Corner about limiting beliefs, dealing with difficult emotions, building resilience, and coping with rejection. Sal is a licensed therapist and a public speaker who works with entrepreneurs to overcome limiting beliefs and help them to achieve their biggest goals. Sal shares 5 keys for self-care for entrepreneurs.

EntrepreneursAnn BrennanAugust 4, 2020limiting beliefs, difficult emotions, building resilience, coping with rejection, mental health, small business owner, creating systems

Business Identity

In this episode, we discuss the identity of your business and your own identity as a business owner with Dhru Beeharilal of the Nayan Leadership Group. Dhru is a leadership, executive and agile coach. Dhru shares 5 key points of business identities Identifying identity in the context of entrepreneurship.

Business OwnerAnn BrennanAugust 3, 2020business identity, curap ersonalis, entrepreneurs, leadership, small business owner

Content and Copywrite

In this episode, we talk 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.

Copywriter, Business BrandingAnn BrennanJuly 31, 2020

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.

Motivation in BusinessAnn BrennanJuly 29, 2020ceo, communication skills, consent question, entrepreneur, joy in business, keys to motivation, mastery, network marketing, purpose, sales training, selling skills, small business owner, target market

Applying Big Business Marketing

What in the world does Carlos Gil, author of The End Of Marketing and co-creator of Outlaw Masks, mean when he says marketing is dead? In this episode of Small Business Connections, we discuss why marketing is different more than ever before, how to be more engaging in your social media posts. We also speak about what it was like to have one engagement after another canceled due to COVID and how that inspired him to make a major business pivot.

Business Branding, Digital MediaAnn BrennanJuly 27, 2020digital marketing, end of marketing, marketing, podcast, business brand, personal branding, professional brand, twitter, social media marketing, consistency, networking

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.

Automizing in BusinessAnn BrennanJuly 22, 2020consistency, custom strategies, marketing, processes, systems, using systems, workflow, digital marketing

Managing a Growing Business

Dr. Josh Funk CEO and Founder of Rehab 2 Perform, discusses how to manage a growing business. We talk about how he managed 4 businesses in 3 different locations during Coronavirus, creating intentional inclusivity in the workplace, appropriately managing growth, creating autonomy, and decentralized leadership.

Business Owner, Personal Success, Small Business GrowthAnn BrennanJuly 20, 2020business owner, decentralized leadership, growing business, intensive inclusivity, internships, kpi, managing, mindfulness, small business owner, entrepreneur, employee experience

The Knee Keeper

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

Well BeingAnn BrennanJuly 15, 2020cardio vascular strengthening, health, health and fitness, knee, knee pain, massage therapy, personal trainer, relieving knee pain, Preventing knee pain, small business self care, wellness