Small BizCast
Small Business-It’s a Wonderful Life. It’s also very hard and takes a lot of skill, talent, luck and inspiration. That where SmallBizCast comes in. We interview the Small Business Warriors who have won some and lost some. People like yourself, whose waking hours are consumed by their business...and some of your sleep time too! Small Business-It's a Wonderful Life!
Episodes
Brenda Allison is the epitome of what the modern day entrepreneur needs to be. With nothing but a laptop and a dream, she practiced perseverance and innovation to get to where she is today. Fellow small business leader and host of Small BizCast, Joel Volk, interviews Allison to understand the wins and losses required to become a leader in the insurance world and inspiration to all.
00:00 Introduction
05:11 Mitigating risk
07:40 20...
How do you make a client feel valued while providing the best possible solutions to their online presence?
Jenny Manocchio, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at CaliNetworks, has worked with Joel Volk. This episode serves partially as a refresher course for Manocchio and Volk who recall their mentorship and lessons learned together. In this episode, learn with Jenny the necessities of client relations and how listening an...
How can skills and strategies from unrelated fields, like competitive sailing, be transferred to public relations and business management in general?
In this episode of Small BizCast, Joel Volk of Hot Dog Biz Growth took a deep dive with Kellee M. Johnson into the nuanced world of strategic public relations and its critical role in business. We explored the importance of timely and thoughtful communication, the delicate balance bet...
Certain businesses tend to get overlooked when it comes to receiving any guidance, whether in the form of coaching, consulting, leadership training, etc. Amy M. Gardner created Apochromatik, her consulting brand, around eliminating distractions and focusing teams in the right direction. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth learns about her unique take on consulting and how it positively impacts a variety of teams.
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...What does it take to invest in a business? It's a lot more than throwing money around and hoping for the best. John K. Murphy, or "Murph", reveals the deeply intricate world of investment banking and angel investing. Murph tells Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth of the analytics and dynamic decision-making process that comes with consulting.
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GUEST: John K. Murphy | www.JKMurphyAdvisors.com
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When choosing your mentor or coach, one might assume that you need a stern, to-the-point, A-choice personality to be disciplined and prepared. L. Williamson of FLO Coaching and Operations is living proof that the demeanor of a successful business leader comes in many forms. Learn with Joel Volk of Hot Dog Biz Growth the unique business philosophy that Williamson holds his clientele to.
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GUEST: L. Williamson | www.L...
Creativity goes beyond pen and paper. You don't need to be a world-class painter in order to leverage your right-brained talents. Rochelle Seltzer of Live Big! helps business leaders leverage their creative side in order to create unique solutions for their clients and staff. Her work in women's empowerment has inspired many to grow from her one-of-a-kind practice. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth gets his very own prof...
Have you ever walked out of a job interview and felt like you blew it? Or if you're an employer, have you ever hired someone too hastily without doing your due diligence? Warren Rutherford is the President of The Executive Suite, an executive search firm that finds the leadership that businesses need to continue on. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth highlights the skills and tips needed to excel whether you are the interview...
There are many experts out there that help residents with their real estate-related finances and investments. Davis Beckham of Dignified Home Loans is one of them. However, Beckham suffered from a pain point that isn't highlighted on this podcast too often. In this episode, Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth, approaches the topic of alcoholism and substance abuse in a sensitive and compassionate manner. Davis and Joel discuss...
When you go out to the ocean, the miles and miles of calm waters can be misleading. Boats get damaged and can leave civilian sailors in compromising situations. Heroes like Carson Shevitz save the day one boat at a time. Shevitz and his crew also saved Joel Volk, of Hot Dog Business Growth, and his friends which is how this interview became a reality! After towing his boat, Joel has Carson expand on the case-by-case emergencies tha...
Leilani Quiray, founder of be the change HR, speaks with Joel Volk on the Hot Dog Biz Growth covering the efforts in social impact entrepreneurship, transparency, travel, and company culture. Quiray stressed the importance of building a business that aligns with values and makes a positive impact on society. She also emphasizes the need for transparency and authenticity in business and company culture. Leilani's unique experien...
Justin Krane is more than a financial planner. As a matter of fact, the value he provides to individuals and families has earned him recognition on such channels as CNN, Fox, and The Wallstreet Journal. The difference is that Justin's unique talent is catching people off guard with the unexpected. Justin joins Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth to explore these pattern interrupts and how his communication and outreach has impacte...
Selling your business can be daunting and lonely. How can you possibly know, without any prior experience, whether or not the bigger fish are cutting you the right deal? Jessica Fialkovich took her experience from selling her winery and turned it into a consultant practice known as Exit Factor. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth learns that Jessica and he happen to have a lot in common and can collaborate on many of their leading...
How do you get your business to stand out when marketing your brand? It's not what you think. Simple communication is not simple. As a matter of fact, experts Michael Liebowitz and Susan Gold explain the nuances of this multi-faceted practice. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Biz Growth peels back the layers in order to workshop meaningful tools that can help YOUR business.
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GUESTS:
Michael Liebowitz | Magnetic Mind Studios
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Pursuing the American dream, Ian explored opportunities in a variety of fields until he realized the one of a kind opportunity to provide needed service for industry disruptors. Ian has provided EV charging stations across the US for commercial electric vehicle purposes. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth takes a look into the electric vehicle industry with Ian.
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GUEST: Ian Vishnevsky | www.EVCS.com
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What happens in the office doesn't stay in the office. Robert Grossman of Black Diamond Leadership works with managers and teams from a psychological standpoint. Destigmatizing the burdens we feel from work, Robert levels with Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth to relate and workshop solutions for the everyday working person.
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GUEST: Robert Grossman | www.BlackDiamondLeadership.com
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We'd li...
Shoes are a straightforward product we tend to not think twice about. DiFrancisco realized that footwear isn't always the most accessible. Joseph's startup, Friendly Shoes, leads the way in new footwear technology for all to enjoy. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth learns of the start up journey and how Friendly Shoes stands out amongst the behemoth competition of mainstream footwear.
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Adam Treiger believes that small business is the main building block of society. Adam practices at the intersection of business law and employment law. Host, Joel Volk, and his guest, Adam share some great stories with words of wisdom.
Adam has a unique perspective on the world of small business and shares his thoughts in this rich dialogue.
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GUEST: Adam Treiger | www.SZRLaw.com
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Businesses need a story to create that emotional connection customers crave. That's what Michael Ashley is an expert at. With Michael's experience in public speaking and screenwriting, he demonstrates his secrets and techniques with Joel Volk of Hot Dog Biz Growth.
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GUEST: Michael Ashley | www.MichaelAshleyPublishing.com
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We'd like to thank our sponsors: Hot Dog Business Growth and Fit4TheCause
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Good news! It's possible for your business decisions to be based on your happiness. Melissa Kwan is a leader in the digital automation space, giving time back to employers who feel the need to provide repetitive information over and over. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth uncovers the lesser known tips and tricks that build the foundation that prioritizes your happiness.
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GUEST: Melissa Kwan | www.eWebinar.com
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