Business Chop
Business Chop guests bring relevance, excitement and solutions to the entrepreneurial journey. They speak of its challenges and rewards. Whether you are a startup, just earned your first $10,000 or $100,000 or your first $1 million or preparing for a merger and acquisition, exit or succession plan, marketing, our conversations inspire and empower. Business professionals chop it up with tips, hacks, resources, stories of success and how they rise daily to the challenge of entrepreneurship. Learn more about management, employees, outsourcing, technology, pricing, intellectual property, succession planning, business law, mental health and more. Connect with us on https://facebook.com/BusinessChop or send email to talk@businesschop.info #LetsChopItUp
Episodes
Wendy Pace, founder of Pace Setting Media, shares insights into her journey as a marketing professional, particularly in the realm of social media. She starts by mentioning her achievements, such as writing 17 articles for Black Enterprise Magazine and being interviewed by the Wall Street Journal. Wendy's entry into social media marketing was prompted by a need to balance work and family life, particular...
Jordi Pujol is a Director at Objective, Investment Banking & Valuation, and serves as an engagement leader for the firm's Valuation Advisory Services Practice. Mr. Pujol is responsible for expansion efforts in Los Angeles, California, where he serves local clients in addition to serving remote clients across the US.
The interview began with Jordi Pujol, and Audrey discussing the importance o...
Gee Ranasinha and Audrey Wiggins discussed the relevance of distinguishing between traditional and digital marketing and emphasized the importance of maintaining a professional relationship with clients. They also underscored the need for industry-wide awareness of linguistic and design issues.
The discussion then shifted to the evolving focus of marketing efforts, emphasizing the shift from efficien...
In this episode of “Business Chop," host Audrey Wiggins introduces her guest, Manuj Aggarwal, an expert in artificial intelligence (AI). Manuj shares his journey from humble beginnings as a factory worker to becoming a global thought leader in AI. He discusses his impactful technology projects, patents in AI, and books on technology.
Audrey asks Manuj about the origins of AI and its impact on society...
Audrey "Tech Diva" Wiggins introduces Emanuel Rose, a global thought leader in digital marketing and lead generation. Emanuel discusses the importance of being comfortable in front of the camera and sharing authentic content to engage Gen Z, emphasizing the need for social media presence. He recommends using platforms like Restream for podcasting and leveraging AI tools for marketing automation. Emm...
Join host Audrey "Tech Diva" Wiggins as she delves into the cutting-edge world of construction innovation with special guest April Moss. In this episode, April, COO and Co-Founder of DigiBuild, shares her personal story and great insights into how their construction software is revolutionizing supply chain management, procurement, and mental health support within the industry. With over 20 years of ...
Kerry L. Bass, CEO & Founder of Potential to Reality, discusses his extensive experience in technology, government, and ministry, which has led him to focus on helping leaders recognize and achieve their organization's potential. He highlights the high failure rate of organizations during major transformations and emphasizes the importance of leadership in ensuring an organization's relevance an...
This Business Chop episode is about a journey to triumph with Lilisa Williams. She shares some of the things that were strategies that took her from being homeless, being on the streets, being a high school dropout to one of her strategies of having a made up mind. So in other words, it's like, if you want to be wishy-washy, it's probably going to be hard to get on a path and get to a great end. But...
Jameka S. Whitten is a journalist by trade, branding consultant, and publicist by choice. Jameka owns JSW Media Group, a boutique public relations and brand management agency based in Charlotte, N.C., with a national clientele. She is an experienced public relations professional and business executive with 20 years of experience in new media, publishing, brand management, and strategic communications, with st...
Our guest is the Founder and CEO of PPS Solutions. His name? John Hannum.
This episode reviewed the role of a CFO and the importance of financial planning and strategy in business operations. John Hannum, the founder of PPS Solutions, provided insights into the differences between a CFO, CPA, and bookkeeper, emphasizing the scarcity of CFOs compared to the high demand for financial acumen in small businesses....
Greg DeVore discussed the need for a fundamental shift in the approach to training and knowledge transfer, moving away from a one-size-fits-all solution towards a more tailored and efficient approach that aligns with the way people work. He introduced the "Find and Follow Framework", which empowers employees to work independently and handle various situations effectively. Greg also highlighted the F...
Earth Team Green focuses on educating young adults and children about environmental sustainability through various initiatives, including comic books and educational programs. The goal is to instill a sense of responsibility and respect for the environment from an early age, with a focus on empowering the younger generation to make positive changes. The organization also works with adults, offering workshops ...
Danielle R. Harris is a marketing & messaging consultant who teaches coaches and service providers how to attract and sign dream clients by sharing their unique stories in their messaging. She has worked in marketing for over 10 years and believes that for most business owners, their story is their most underutilized asset.
Danielle is based in Metro Detroit where she was born and raised. She is...
Audrey “Tech Diva” Wiggins delivered a motivational speech on purpose, character, and choice, encouraging the audience to evaluate their contributions, relationships, and personal fulfillment. She also urged them to seek mentorship and create a support network. Her message resonated with themes of self-awareness, empowerment, and the pursuit of dreams, invoking the spirit of Black History Month and the legacy...
Thriving Against the Odds: The Inspirational Story of Derick Johnson, US Army Veteran and Life Coach
Derick is mixed raced and growing up in the south, he saw hate from both sides but used it as fuel along with the dark upbringing in a home of alcoholism and rage. Derick used fitness as an escape and quickly was able to stay calm in most moments people would break down or snap.
He used these experiences to thrive in the US Army along with his coaching career.
Derick healed himself and teaches other...
Meet Shannon from Roadside Republic. She turned her life around with a simple roadside peach stand, and now Shannon teaches people to do the same. Opening a roadside peach stand seemed like a crazy idea at the time, since most people thought the business model was long dead. Opening 100 roadside peach stands with over 200 workers across 3 states seemed like an insane idea--but that's exactly what she did...
Andrei Mincov's career in intellectual property began when he fought a Russian radio station that stole his father's music. Since then, Andrei has written multiple books on intellectual property, one an international bestseller, and he has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and companies protect their IP.
He believes people who have created something deserve to not have it stolen from them. Hard-...
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Saturday, January 20, 2024
“Elevating the ‘U’ In Entrepreneur”
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Tracy Gunn is a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of Get Exitable, a company specializing in helping business owners exit their businesses on their own terms.
The terrifying stats are that only 1 in 10 listed businesses will ever sell. Why is no one talking about this?
Tracy Gunn shares her signature process for creating an enticing sale of your business.
Audiences will discover the 3 secrets to ensure a succe...
Nate Morse is a founder and LinkedIn strategy consultant at APEX Conversion, where he has been helping revolutionary business leaders use LinkedIn to enjoy greater success with clients for over seven years. He is content marketing certified and has a deep expertise in LinkedIn marketing, lead generation, B2B sales, and conversion optimization.
Nate’s mission is to help businesses get high-quality clients on Li...
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