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Running Your Business as a Shareholder – Business Brain 475

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss various topics, including surge protection, e-commerce platforms, understanding website visitors, transitioning from employee to shareholder, and personal growth in business. We share personal experiences, insights, and recommendations to help tune our Business Brains together. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #475 for Wednesday, August 16th, 2023 00:00:58 Happy Birthday Shannon! 00:02:06 Read more

By Shannon Jean, ago
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Procrastination and A Business Brain for Kids – Business Brain 474

Are you a Pro at Procrastination? Join us for episode 474 of Business Brain for tips on fighting the battle to get stuff done. We then jump into a discussion about using your Business Brain to turn your kids into extraordinary adults. Join us! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #474 for Friday, August 11th, 2023 00:01:05 How Do Read more

By Shannon Jean, ago
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The Avoid at All Costs List – Business Brain 473

In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into various topics related to technology, marketing, and personal development. We start by discussing the availability of Apple Business Essentials through CDW, a tech company specializing in smart home setups. We also explore the use of URL shorteners and tracking URLs for marketing purposes. We acknowledge the potential security risks associated with Read more

By Shannon Jean, ago
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Secret Management and Adding Value – Business Brain 472

Are you using your Business Brain to secretly manage people and projects outside of work? If not, why not? Listen in today as we share a listener tip on using your management skills to increase the success of projects and people in your everyday life. This same listener also reminds us of the power of adding value while not expecting Read more

By Dave Hamilton, ago
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A Different Conversation with David Morris – Business Brain 471

In episode 466 of Business Brain, we discussed David Morris’ ideas about why being different is better than being better when making sales. We connected with David, and he agreed to come on today’s episode to discuss the how and why of learning and implementing this contrarian sales framework. Listen and tune your Business Brain with us today! – Introducing Read more

By Dave Hamilton, ago
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Our Favorite Business Tools – Business Brain 470

It’s Casual Friday on Business Brain! Join your hosts, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean, discussing their favorite business software tools. Oh, and Dave has another contractor story that you won’t want to miss! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #470 for Friday, July 28th, 2023 00:01:24 Delegate the “Oh Crap” role 00:08:23 SPONSOR: Notion Projects combines project management with your Read more

By Shannon Jean, ago
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Employee Onboarding Master Class – Business Brain 469

On today’s episode of Business Brain, we explore the topic of welcoming and onboarding new employees. We came across a tweet from Harris Fanaroff that provides 16 quick wins for creating a positive onboarding experience. These tips range from welcoming new hires on a Thursday or Friday to make their transition easier, throwing a welcome party, and ensuring someone else Read more

By Shannon Jean, ago
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Take Out the Trash! Business Brain 468

In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into the importance of being in service to your employees as a business owner. We believe that it’s not just about money, but about recognizing and appreciating the perks and benefits that employees value. We encourage our listeners to create a list of these perks and actively remind themselves and others about Read more

By Shannon Jean, ago
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The Beginners Mind + Multi-Level Employees – Business Brain 467

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss handling inappropriate social media posts by employees, the importance of mindful online content sharing, and the value of embracing a beginner’s mind. Cultivating a beginner’s mind can enhance our interactions and collaborations. Share your experiences and tools for maintaining a beginner’s mind at [email protected]. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #467 Read more

By Shannon Jean, ago
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Time to learn Your ABDs – Business Brain 466

How well do you know your ABDs? On this episode of Business Brain, your hosts, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean, dive into a discussion about the power of Always Be Different. First, it’s a case study of how AriZona Iced Tea keeps its 99-cent price point during inflation and how it differentiated itself to get into the beverage industry. Then Read more

By Dave Hamilton, ago
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When to Change Your Business Model – Business Brain 465

What happened to downtime? When should you leave your phone behind, and what is all the hoopla around No Phone Friday? Listen to this episode to hear our thoughts on unplugging and how it can change your life. Then, we jump into a listener question about when to consider changing your business model. Join us as we fine-tune our Business Read more

By Shannon Jean, ago
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Labor Perception Bias and an Eeyore Outlook – Business Brain 464

Join us this week for episode 464 of Business Brain! We discuss the importance of training yourself, your customers, and your employees to battle Labor Perception Bias when getting paid for your work. Then we jump into why a Positive Outlook is a Force Multiplier for Success. Listen to your Business Brain with hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean. 00:00:00 Read more

By Dave Hamilton, ago