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Carrie Irvine, founder of Carrie Irvine Communications, shares her journey from creative advertising to marketing and PR. She discusses her passion for working with non-profit organizations and her role in creating a national campaign to help people facing eating disorders. The conversation also delves into the changing landscape of media and the impact of PR in the digital age. Carrie Irvine shares her journey from being a special events coordinator to owning her own marketing company and working with a Canadian jewelry designer. She also discusses her experience with philanthropic campaigns and girl empowerment initiatives. Carrie Irvine shares her journey from working in the music industry to venturing into non-profit organizations and eventually starting her own business. She discusses her involvement in creating a music video, her work with Big Brothers Big Sisters, and her current projects in fashion and music. She emphasizes the importance of having a coach and the fulfillment of bringing together her diverse passions in her career.
https://ca.linkedin.com/company/carrie-irvine-communications
https://www.facebook.com/p/Carrie-Irvine-Communications-100093644148364/
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Joanne Martin, a financial planner specializing in Personal Real Estate Corporations (PRECs), discusses the challenges and opportunities for real estate agents in incorporating their businesses. She explains the limitations and benefits of forming a PREC and how it can impact an agent's income and financial planning options. Joanne emphasizes the importance of understanding each agent's unique situation and tailoring financial planning solutions accordingly. She also shares her approach of charging a flat planning fee and outsourcing technical tasks to a team of experts. Joanne's goal is to educate and empower real estate agents to make informed financial decisions. JoAnne discusses the importance of offloading tasks as a business owner and focusing on revenue-generating activities. She shares her experience of hiring an office manager to handle administrative tasks, allowing her to focus on her strengths and passion. JoAnne emphasizes the need for business owners to work on their business rather than in it, and the importance of mindset in achieving success. She also talks about her journey to obtaining her CFP designation and the mindset shift she experienced in realizing her own competence and value as a financial planner. JoAnne discusses her niche market of working with real estate agents and her goal of becoming the go-to financial planner for this industry.
https://theprecplanners.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087489627384
https://www.linkedin.com/company/102782500/
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Behdad Jamshidi, a former engineer, is now a broker for marketing agencies. He helps businesses find the right marketing partners by vetting and connecting them with agencies that specialize in their specific needs. His vetting process involves assessing agency fit, reviewing portfolio work, and conducting deep dive sessions. By finding the right agency on the first try, Behdad saves businesses time and money, helping them stay ahead of their competitors. His superpower is connecting people and ideas, and he is passionate about helping businesses make smarter marketing decisions. Behdad Jamshidi shares his journey of becoming a marketing broker and the challenges he faced in finding the right agencies for his clients. He realized that no single agency can solve all marketing problems and that the industry is constantly evolving. He emphasizes the importance of building a strong network of agencies and partners and constantly staying updated on the latest marketing trends. Behdad also discusses the mindset shift required to overcome doubts and challenges as a business owner. He plans to continue building his business, creating content, and eventually starting podcasts to share his knowledge and experiences.
Behdad can be reached at:
https://cjammarketing.com/
1-877-657-0979
https://www.linkedin.com/company/cjam-marketing/
https://www.facebook.com/cjammarketing
https://www.instagram.com/cjammarketing/
Takeaways
Behdad Jamshidi helps businesses find the right marketing partners by vetting and connecting them with specialized agencies.
His vetting process involves assessing agency fit, reviewing portfolio work, and conducting deep dive sessions.
Finding the right agency on the first try saves businesses time and money, helping them stay ahead of their competitors.
Behdad's superpower is connecting people and ideas, and he is passionate about helping businesses make smarter marketing decisions. No single agency can solve all marketing problems; the industry is constantly evolving.
Building a strong network of agencies and partners is crucial for success.
Staying updated on the latest marketing trends is essential.
Mindset shift is necessary to overcome doubts and challenges as a business owner.
Creating content and sharing knowledge can help build a personal brand and attract clients.
Starting podcasts can be a great way to share experiences and insights with a wider audience.
Sound Bites
"I'm going to get to a point where people are going to have to spend a lot of money to use me."
"You helped me reduce my dumb tax."
"I help you reduce your dumb tax."
"As soon as someone said, hey, I can make money connecting people again, that's the key, right? That's the key."
"No one agency can do all of these. And the ones that say they do are the really, really large ones that will charge you a ton of money upfront."
"You're going to outgrow these guys and have to give you the next agency that's gonna take you to your next level."
Keywords
marketing agencies, vetting process, fractional CMO, niche partners, marketing strategy, website building, Google Ads, SEO, marketing broker, agency network, marketing challenges, evolving industry, strong network, marketing trends, mindset shift, content creation, podcasts
Kyle Lawrie and his wife run the Meet the Keepers wildlife rescue center, where they care for over 60 animals ranging from arachnids to parrots. They also give presentations on responsible pet ownership and wildlife conservation. Kyle's passion for animals started when he worked at a zoo as a teenager and continued through his travels in Asia. He later started a cleaning business and worked with Little Ray's before starting his own rescue organization. The Keepers aims to educate people about the responsibilities of owning pets and the importance of choosing the right animal for their lifestyle. Kyle Lawrie shares his journey of starting a wildlife rescue organization called Meet the Keepers. He talks about the challenges of running a rescue center and the heartbreaking stories of abandoned animals. Kyle also discusses the growth of his organization and the importance of building systems and structures to support its expansion. He emphasizes the rewarding moments of working with animals and inspiring others to pursue their passions.
Kyle Lawrie can be reached at:
Phone - 613-894-5637
Email - [email protected]
Website - www.meetthekeeper.com
Social Media - @meetthekeepers
Running a wildlife rescue center involves caring for a wide range of animals and promoting responsible pet ownership and conservation.
Starting a business in the animal industry requires a passion for animals and a willingness to learn and adapt.
Money can't buy happiness, and it's important to find a balance between pursuing your passion and financial stability.
Educating the public about the needs and challenges of different animals is crucial to prevent impulse pet purchases and ensure the well-being of the animals. Starting a wildlife rescue organization comes with challenges, but it can be incredibly rewarding.
Building systems and structures is crucial for the growth and success of a rescue center.
Working with animals and inspiring others to pursue their passions can create unforgettable moments.
Word of mouth can be a powerful marketing tool for a rescue organization.
Flexibility and adaptability are essential when running a rescue center.
Sound Bites
"We have just over 60 animals in our care at the moment. And that ranges everything from arachnids, to tarantulas and scorpions."
"Meet the Keepers was founded in 2016. I started working with animals in 2005."
"I applied to 106 zoos around the world. Got one email back. Ended up in Wichita, Kansas."
"I have my employee handbook policies and procedures and everything is just systemized now."
"Once a week I get an unforgettable moment."
"Being able to take everything that I've learned and having never said no to an opportunity to now being able to bring everything I learned into one."
Keywords
wildlife rescue, animal care, responsible pet ownership, conservation, entrepreneurship, wildlife rescue, animal abandonment, growth, systems, inspiring, passion
Erin Patchell, founder of the Positivist Group, discusses how her company helps purpose-driven businesses make a bigger impact in the world. The Positivist Group works with organizations that want to make a difference in their internal or external communities. They help these businesses achieve their goals through various interventions, such as employee surveys, leadership development systems, coaching programs, and workshops. Erin emphasizes the importance of having a team of advisors and mentors to support and guide entrepreneurs. She also talks about the origin of the name 'Positivist Group' and the philosophy behind it. Additionally, Erin mentions the Train to Help Project, a technology product funded by the Positivist Group, which aims to provide training and support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Train to Help aims to build more inclusive customer service environments in brick and mortar businesses through the power of customer service. They offer online training for employees and employers to learn how to build inclusive environments and serve people with disabilities. Train to Help also has a business recognition platform where businesses can promote themselves as inclusive and be found by people with disabilities. The project is currently focused on Ontario and Quebec but has plans for expansion.
Erin can be found here:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/erin-patchell
Positivist Group
Website - positivist.ca
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/positivistgroup
Facebook - facebook.com/positivistgroup
The Trained to Help Project
Website - trainedtohelp.com
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/showcase/trainedtohelp
Facebook - facebook.com/trainedtohelp
OBJ article - https://obj.ca/ottawa-firm-positivist-group-pilot-businesses-disabilities/
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Dr. Neel Chadha, owner of Lanark Lifestyles, discusses his experience running an aging-in-place retirement community and the challenges he faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. He shares how he had to learn to operate the residence while navigating the changing rules and regulations due to the pandemic. Dr. Chadha also talks about the importance of having a strong team and the impact of staff burnout. He discusses the expansion plans for Lanark Lifestyles and the unique model of creating a self-contained community with a medical center. Overall, Dr. Chadha emphasizes the importance of perseverance and learning from challenges.
Sound Bites
Keywords: retirement community, aging in place, COVID-19, challenges, staff burnout, expansion, self-contained community, medical center, perseverance
Caleb Dods is the founder of Dods Technology Consulting, a company that helps non-technical companies with their technology needs. Caleb focuses on operations and back-office systems, particularly in physical goods companies such as construction, manufacturing, and logistics. He specializes in integrating non-standard hardware and software to optimize business processes. Caleb started his own business after working for large corporations like Nortel and Deloitte, where he gained experience in bridging the gap between business and technology. He targets medium-sized businesses going through change and helps them navigate technology challenges. Caleb Dods discusses the challenges and opportunities of starting his own consulting business. He emphasizes the importance of productivity and knowledge transfer in industries facing a drain of experienced workers. Caleb also shares his thoughts on the role of AI in business and how he uses it in his own work. He talks about his goal of building a business where he can choose the work he takes on and the challenges of pricing his services. Caleb reflects on the learning process of starting a business and the need to stay grounded and maintain work-life balance.
Caleb can be reached at:
https://www.dodstechnologyconsulting.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-dods-2003829
Takeaways
Keywords technology consulting, operations systems, back-office systems, hardware integration, non-technical companies, physical goods companies, business and technology, large corporations, medium-sized businesses, technology challenges, consulting business, productivity, knowledge transfer, experienced workers, AI, pricing services, learning process, work-life balance.
Todd Hamstra, the owner of Freshco in Bell's Corners, shares his experience as a franchisee and his journey of turning around a failing store. He discusses the revitalization of Bell's Corners and his commitment to the community. Todd emphasizes the importance of hard work and building strong relationships with staff and customers. He also addresses the high cost of food and provides insights into the pricing strategies of grocery stores. This conversation explores various themes related to the impact of supply chain on food prices, the influence of competition and price wars, the effect of Walmart and US chains on prices, the connection between lifestyle and affordability, the changing cost of living, the difference in childhood experiences, the decline of neighborhood connections, the changing work ethic, teaching work ethic to the next generation, the challenge of finding reliable workers, the value of effort and work, and the generational divide in work ethic. Todd also explains the limited control franchisees have over prices and product selection in their stores. Additionally, he shares his passion for giving back to the community through initiatives such as Thanksgiving turkey giveaways and supporting local schools and organizations.
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Coach Jean-Luc shares his journey from being a personal trainer to becoming a successful business coach. He emphasizes the importance of igniting and maintaining passion in business, as well as the need for self-mastery and time management. Coach Jean-Luc also discusses the challenges he faced and the lessons he learned along the way, including the importance of boundaries and the impact of personal growth on business success. He highlights the role of a coach in providing guidance and asking the right questions to clarify direction and strategy. In this part of the conversation, Coach Jean-Luc discusses the importance of holding people accountable and not giving up when faced with challenges. He shares his personal experience of giving up on a successful business venture due to self-doubt. He emphasizes the impact of having a coach and how it can help individuals overcome their limitations. Coach Jean-Luc also talks about the art of coaching and the different approaches that can be used. He highlights the importance of managing energy and taking care of oneself as a coach. Additionally, he discusses the need for leaders to lead by example and the importance of embracing discomfort in order to grow. In this conversation, Coach Jean Luc discusses the importance of creating content and expressing oneself. He shares his experience of writing a book on letting go and taking control and the insights he gained from his journey. Coach Jean-Luc emphasizes the benefits of writing and the power of podcasts in connecting with an audience. He also discusses the challenges of video content creation and the value of daily writing. The conversation touches on the influence of books and the desire to try stand-up comedy. Coach Jean-Luc shares his vision for the future, including a seven-week program and bringing business leaders together in Nicaragua.
Coach Jean-Luc can be found at:
https://www.coachjeanluc.com/
https://www.facebook.com/jeanlucboissonneault
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanlucboissonneault/
https://www.youtube.com/@JeanLucBoissonneault
https://jeanlucboissonneault.medium.com/
https://www.tiktok.com/@businesscoachjeanluc
Takeaways
Jordan Hawn, the owner of Hawn Consulting, shares his journey in building his brand marketing and sales agency. He discusses the importance of collaboration and educational workshops in his business model. The conversation also delves into the challenges and opportunities that arose during the COVID-19 pandemic. Jordan highlights the support he received from mentors and the decision-making process behind starting his own business. Finally, he explains how expanding his team allowed him to offer a wider range of services. In this conversation, Jordan discusses the four-step process his company uses to build a strong marketing infrastructure for their clients. He emphasizes the importance of tailoring the process to each customer's specific needs and goals. Jordan also talks about the challenges of staying up-to-date with marketing tools and technology and the need to continuously learn and adapt. He highlights the importance of training and empowering clients to use the tools effectively. Finally, Jordan shares his future plans for Hawn Consulting, including revamping their brand and website, and expanding into the educational space.
Jordan can be found at:
Website - Hawn Consulting
LinkedIn - Hawn Consulting
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