Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business

By Monica AllenBusiness Entrepreneurship

Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business episodes

June 26, 2020 10 - Unexpectedly fired CEO Of Vitalysys Technologies tells his life changing story.
After passionately stating that he could never see himself being an entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Vitalysys Technologies, McBride, sits down with me to discuss what brought him to the point of owning his own business and what he has learned after 10 years of being on his entrepreneurial journey.
Vitalysys Technologies ®. #entrepreneur #sidehustle #startup #entrepreneurjourney
29 min
June 19, 2020 9 - BUSINESS MASTERCLASS: Know your Demographic - Rachel Hollis of "Girl Wash Your Face" fame gets it right whether critics agree or not.
On this episode I discuss the importance of knowing your customer demographic. Discussing some of the controversy and critiques surrounding Rachel Hollis and her book Girl Wash Your Face, we learn more about demographics and how important knowing yours is to the success of your business. Follow me on Instagram @stitchedforsuccess I would love to know more about your business and its demographic. Please DM me on Instagram. Sources: BuzzFeed News - https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/lauraturner/rachel-hollis-girl-wash-your-face-self-help-book
12 min
June 12, 2020 8 - From Strip Club to Co-Founder of Two Successful Niche Brands: CEO Ethan King talks about the challenges faced in the early years of business.
On this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with my life partner and business partner, Ethan King. Ethan and I began our business almost 20 years ago, and we have had our fair share of challenges over the years. In this episode Ethan specifically give his perspective of challenges we faced in the early years and what we did to overcome them. He also discusses his new side hustle and passion project, Wealthy Starving Artist. Check out his YouTube Channel for more information. www.ethanking.com
Ethan King is co-founder and CEO of the multimillion-dollar brands stuff4GREEKS and Zeus’ Closet. Last year he was president of Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) Atlanta. Ethan is also an award-winning graphic designer with over 20 years experience. His work has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show and 60 Minutes.
If you have any questions or comments, please message me @stitchedforsuccess on Instagram or visit www.stitchedforsuccess.com to leave a voice mail message.
23 min
June 05, 2020 7 - Traits of a Great Leader
On this episode I discuss what traits it takes to be a great leader. We all want our business to succeed and as leaders it all starts and ends with us leading our team to greatness. Discussing the current lack of true leadership in our country, we can draw parallels between what is happening in our country today and what our companies will look like tomorrow if we are on the wrong path of leadership. #leadership #smallbusinesssuccess #entrepreneurship
13 min
May 29, 2020 6 - Beautiful Destinations
I give a brief commencement address to the Class of 2020. Whether high school, undergrad, a Master’s or Doctoral program, I want you to be encourage during this time when nothing has gone as planned or as envisioned. Follow me on Instagram: @stitchedforsuccess. Feel free to direct message me with questions, thoughts, or comments. Mentioned in this episode: This Morning with Gordon Deal, The Road to Hana.
7 min
May 22, 2020 5 - Iron Sharpens Iron
Monica discusses the importance of surrounding yourself with people and organizations that sharpen you, lift you and help you be a better business owner and entrepreneur.
11 min
May 18, 2020 Bonus - From Monica’s Journal
On this episode Monica delves into what they have been up to in their business over the past couple of months during the Corona virus pandemic.
7 min
May 15, 2020 4 - Is the Price Right?
On this episode, I discuss determining the price you should charge for your product or service and the importance of making sure you always add in profit. Are you actually making money or simply creating cash flow? There is a difference.
13 min
May 08, 2020 3 - Don't Get Pebbles in Your Shoes
Discussing some business basics, Monica gives 3 basic tips on financial statements that every entrepreneur should be familiar with and review on a regular basis. Getting these right from the beginning will give you an excellent start and help you know the true story of your business weekly, monthly, and annually.
12 min
May 04, 2020 2 - Modifying your Dreams is NOT an Option so Now What?
In this episode Monica discusses 2 tips to help you grow during tough times and deal with unexpecting events like the pandemic in your business and in life in general. These 2 tips are vital for every business owner or aspiring entrepreneur and will be needed throughout the life of your business.
Episode Quote: You must either modify your dreams or magnify your skills - Jim Rohn
IG: @stitchedforsuccess

9 min

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Dive into entrepreneurship with Monica Allen, an entrepreneur with over 23 years of business ownership. This podcast is for you if you desire to start your own business & defy the odds of failure…