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Finding Your Noble Cause – Business Brain 508

Let’s talk about what is standing in the way for you to succeed. That’s the intro topic for episode 508 of Business Brain. Then, we jump into our main topic of defining a Noble Cause to help better connect and motivate yourself, your employees, vendors, investors, bankers, and customers. Joint […]

Motivational Endurance – Business Brain 696

You already know that building a business is a marathon, not a sprint—but how do you keep running when the finish line keeps moving? In this week’s Business Brain, Shannon Jean and Dave Hamilton dive into the concept of Motivational Endurance, sharing ways to recharge your entrepreneurial drive and find […]

FridAI – Operators and Agents – Business Brain 677

In this Casual Friday episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton opens with a heartfelt parenting story sparked by National Tooth Fairy Day, tying it into a broader business lesson. He shares how his daughter realized the truth about Santa, and he used it as an opportunity to empower her with […]

What are We Working for? Business Brain 668

In this episode of Business Brain, Shannon Jean shares a powerful metaphor that guides his work and life: the campfire. For him, success is about creating meaningful experiences and connections with loved ones—gathering around a campfire at his river house, watching his family enjoy the space he built through years […]

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Family Business Dinner Table Lessons – Business Brain 593

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss insights from their recent guest, Michael Prendamano, who introduced his bin store concept. The store operates with a unique pricing model where the price of items decreases each day until sold. They explore how this innovative approach […]

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Imitation Before Creation – Business Brain 529

In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into the concept of starting over and the significance of learning and adapting in the business realm. We discuss the advantages of emulating successful strategies while infusing your unique touch to differentiate yourself. We underscore the importance of serving your team, employees, […]

Using SWOT for your Small Business – Business Brain 518

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss the importance of SWOT analysis in evaluating a business’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. We emphasize the significance of team collaboration, innovation, and staying ahead in the market. We also share personal anecdotes and explore the power of family unity and creating […]