In this episode of the Business Hard podcast, we take a look at the ups and downs of KFC, from its humble beginnings as a small roadside restaurant to its rise as a global brand, and explore how the company overcame some of its biggest challenges. We discuss the declining sales, franchisee disputes, quality control issues, negative publicity, and lawsuits that the company faced in the early 2000s, and highlight how KFC made necessary adjustments by improving quality control, innovating their menu offerings, and improving relationships with franchisees to come out stronger than ever. As a business owner, we can learn from KFC's experiences and strive to adapt to new trends, provide quality service, and keep our loyal customers and franchisees happy.

In this podcast episode, Brandon discusses the ups and downs of the Adidas brand, highlighting various struggles they faced over the years, such as slow adaptation to consumer wants and needs, reputation issues, and slow revenue growth. However, the podcast also highlights how Adidas managed to overcome these challenges and come out stronger on the other side. 

The key takeaways from the episode include the importance of adaptability, quick decision-making, and staying ahead of trends, as well as the need to understand and cater to consumer needs and follow one's mission and vision to achieve business goals.

In this episode, our Brandon talks about one of the biggest brands in the entertainment industry - Marvel - and how it overcame a tough period of bankruptcy to become the powerhouse it is today. As a father with young children, our Brandon has witnessed firsthand the enduring appeal of Marvel's iconic characters and stories. But beyond the entertainment value, there are valuable lessons that all businesses can learn from Marvel's struggles and eventual triumph.

Brandon delves into the factors that led to Marvel's bankruptcy in the mid-90s, including competition from other comic book publishers, a loss of focus on their core characters, and licensing agreements that left them with less control over their brand. However, through careful restructuring, Marvel was able to emerge stronger than ever. Brandon then discusses how Marvel refocused on its core characters, embraced new technologies such as digital sales, and took control of its licensing agreements to build a more sustainable and profitable business model.

Whether you're a business owner struggling to grow your revenue or a fan of Marvel's cinematic universe, this episode offers valuable insights into the power of adaptation and innovation in times of crisis. Our guest shares practical advice for identifying and leveraging your core strengths, staying attuned to customer demands, and capitalizing on emerging technologies. Tune in to learn from one of the biggest success stories in modern entertainment history!

In this episode we speak with Ryan Cox, Founder of Gwinnett Chatt Outreach. 

As a resident of the county, Ryan began to notice a social justice gap within the communities of Gwinnett. Ryan is not one to play the blame game, he took action by volunteering, continuing to vote, attending local government meetings, and launching Gwinnett Chatt Outreach. He is continuously looking for creative ways to make a difference in his community, and bridge the social injustice gap.

As the founder of Gwinnett Chatt Outreach, Ryan’s goal is to help Gwinnett communities be healthy, well cared for, informed, and thriving. Ryan partners with community leaders, businesses, and the community itself; to develop and conduct public service programs. Ryan’s shared passion for Gwinnett County and the well-being of all its residents, is an extension of who Ryan is at his core.

You can follow and find more information about how you can support the program at any of the following areas:

Website: http://www.gwinnettchatt.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gwinnettchatt/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwinnettchatt/

Donate: https://gwinnettchatt.org/donate/

In this episode, we have a in-depth interview with Maria Angelova, MBA. Maria is the Founder and CEO of Rebellious Intl. where she works with highly successful people to not only get their body in shape but their mind as well. Some key points she outlines in this interview are:

- The importance of having a mindset coach

- What to do when sh*t hits the fan

- How to quiet down your mind and body to make sure you are setting yourself up for success

- Why you should forget what you may have been told in the past and understand why you should put your body and mind first

- And much more...

You can find and follow Maria at any of the following places:

Website: rebellious-studio.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebelliousint/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelliousintl/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2pSoJTvcV66c_OhAsa9img?view_as=subscriber

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-angelova-0b8397b/

Media: mindbodyexpert.com

In this Short Segment (SS), Brandon is working with a business owner who has a great product, brand, story, etc. but have all their funds tied up in the business. This leaves them with very little (really none) money to invest in marketing and advertising. This episode goes through the strategies and recommendations Brandon gives to anyone having these minor set backs in their business or are just starting out.