Episodes

In this episode of the Business Brain podcast, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean share personal anecdotes to emphasize the importance of understanding one’s audience and leveraging AI tools to navigate tricky situations. Shannon shares a humorous experience with LED candles at vacation rentals, highlighting the unpredictability of guest behavior. Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean tackle the delicate topic of politics in business, discussing whether or not businesses should share political views and how doing so can impact credibility. They share their thoughts on staying politically neutral, using an analogy to musicians and how Read more…

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 Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon discuss a variety of topics, starting with the expansion of Spirit Halloween stores into the Christmas season with Spirit Christmas, highlighting the pop-up retail model’s risk-managed approach. They then dive into Michael Girdley’s list of “11 tells of successful people,” exploring Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon dive into several topics, including wedding planning insights, tools for managing emails effectively, and the concept of risk aversion in entrepreneurship. They discuss how tools like SaneBox can streamline email management by filtering out non-essential emails and setting reminders to ensure Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean explore AI’s impact on business practices. They introduce “AI IRL,” sharing how they use tools like Freepik for generating visuals and Cast Magic for transforming content efficiently. The conversation addresses client relations, focusing on the influence of budget Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, we explore the evolving landscape of online selling, focusing on the recent changes to Poshmark’s fee structure. I share my experiences from building a successful handbag business on the platform, discussing how the new tiered fees—which can drop sellers’ earnings to as low as Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, we examine travel dynamics and the lessons learned through family trips. Dave shares insights from his Disney World experience, emphasizing the importance of adapting expectations for diverse family needs. Shannon recounts his New York City journey, highlighting time management strategies and innovative solutions like Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon discuss the intersection of AI and entrepreneurship. Shannon shares his transition from traditional search engines to AI tools like ChatGPT, highlighting practical applications for small businesses. The conversation covers the advancements in AI that enhance creative processes and how Apple Intelligence Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, we examine the importance of organizational charts for enhancing efficiency and communication, even for solopreneurs. We discuss how defined roles facilitate quicker problem-solving and smoother operations. We also analyze the strategic implications of hiring new sales representatives, weighing options for financing these positions. Additionally, Read more…

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss strategies for managing a diverse social media presence effectively. By mastering one platform at a time, we can foster genuine engagement and tailor content to specific audiences. We highlight the value of delegation through a content manager, which eases the burden of Read more…