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  • Careers with Animals - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN
    If you adore animals, there are plenty of careers for you. Of course, there’s the classic calling of the veterinarian, but there are plenty of other options, too, for both the science- and research-minded and more relationship-minded alike.
    Zoos and parks
    Perhaps you are science-minded, and you want to know animals on a research-worthy level. With a degree in biology or zoology, you can open a range of careers that include jobs in zoos, aquariums, and wildlife parks. If you want to have hands-on time with animals, consider zookeeping or being a wildlife technician. Of course, these jobs aren’t easy, as they frequently require manual labor and sometimes around-the-clock monitoring. A zookeeping job usually requires daily care of animals and maintenance of their habitats. You’ll also need to monitor the animals’ health and behavior. If something goes awry, you may need to restrain them. If an animal is sick, a veterinarian will probably come in, but then it will be up to you to administer the procedures and treatments. Lots of these places also need horticulturalists who manage how plant life works with the animals and their habitats.
    You may be interested in going into an educational position. These usually require a degree in a relevant field and experience with groups, especially children. While you don’t have to be a scientist, you do need to have a good knowledge base about flora and fauna and how the scientists, zookeepers, and other experts interact with the animals. Educational positions often work interpreting exhibits, hosting parties, and working promotional events.
    You don’t have to be super science-y to work at these places, either; lots of them offer tour guide positions for which you just need to be responsible and informed. You might look at being an events or volunteer coordinator or administrator. Zoos and parks need financial, human resources, and marketing professionals just like any other organization.
    Breeding and Training
    You might prefer working with more “domestic” animals. If you’re interested in breeds and behavior, you might consider breeding and/or training animals. To become a trainer, some experts recommend building up “cred” by first training your own animal and then showing it and getting titles. While there are trainer schools out there, most trainers (at least dog trainers) are self-educated. Trainers need to have a strong knowledge of behavior, history of training, animal learning, and designing classes or “curriculum.”
    Breeders compare sires and dams in terms of phenotype and genotype (physical appearance and genes, respectively). Breeders need strong knowledge, and many have gone to college and studied this area. Breeders may need to facilitate breedings via live cover or artificial insemination (especially for horses). They need to know how to handle offspring, such as foals or puppies, and keep strong health records. If you’re interested in this kind of work, research people or businesses who do this work–such as this Maryland-based breeder that lets buyers see their different puppies and choose a perfect pal–and reach out to them. Learn from long-time breeders who have experience. And remember, while you are striving to breed the “perfect” animal, there is truly no such thing as a “perfect” animal. Love them for the feeling creatures they are, not just for their “purity.”
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  • No One Should Face Cancer Alone: A Conversation with Imerman Angels CEO & Executive Director Ben Bornstein - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN

    Ben Bornstein, CEO and Executive Director of Imerman Angels, an organization that provides personalized connections to enable one-on-one support among cancer fighters, survivors and caregivers joins Enterprise Radio.
    Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Ben Bornstein discuss the following:

    * What is Imerman Angels? How did it come about?
    * How does the company’s matching program work?
    * As the CEO and Executive Director of Imerman Angels, and a cancer survivor yourself, what are you most proud of since taking this position?
    * Given your extensive resume and experience in all sorts of leadership roles over the years, what’s a new aspect of starting and upkeeping a business that is so important now that wasn’t, say, 10 years ago?
    * So we hear that you won a WeWork Creator Award. Tell us about that experience – how has competing in that competition and winning that financial award expanded your business?

    Ben Bornstein serves as CEO and Executive Director of Imerman Angels and has been an active member of the Board of Directors for more than three years.  He is also a 3-time cancer survivor and very active in local and national cancer organizations.
    Most recently, Ben served as founder and Managing Director for Prospero Capital Management, LLC and as CFO of IQ7 Technology, Inc. Prior to those roles, he served as Partner and Portfolio Manager for Omega Advisors in NYC. Ben also has had a progressive career in roles with increasing responsibility at Orbis Investment (London/Bermuda), Goldman Sachs (NYC), and Oppenheimer & Co (NYC).
    In addition to his professional successes, Ben has been actively involved in philanthropy throughout Chicago and nationally, serving in various board and volunteer capacities at Imerman Angels; PAWS Chicago (President, Development Board); Lurie Cancer Center (Northwestern); H Foundation (cancer research); Board 39 (young adult cancer survivors); Mercy for Animals; Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs; Harvard Business School, Class Treasurer; Above and Beyond (addiction center); City Homes of Orleans; and Mott Children’s Hospital.
    Ben earned a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School (graduating as a Baker Scholar) and Juris Doctor (JD) from Harvard Law School. He received his AB undergraduate degree from Princeton University where he graduated magna cum laude with a degree in economics.

    Websites:

    * Imerman Angels: www.imermanangels.org
    * WeWork: https://www.wework.com
    * WeWork Creator Awards: https://creatorawards.wework.com

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    * Imerman Angels

    * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImermanAngels
    * Twitter: @imermanangels




    * WeWork:

    * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeWork
    * Twitter: @WeWork



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  • Ways to Find the Best Commercial Carpet Cleaning Service - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN

    You want to get the best carpet cleaning services. You have spent a lot just to buy the carpet and have it installed, so you want it to last a long time. Only experienced carpet cleaners can preserve the carpet and prevent it from getting destroyed while cleaning. To get the best carpet cleaners, here are some things you need to do.

    Read online reviews 

    There are people who have tried such services before and are willing to share with others their experience. They can be very honest about their reviews so it helps if you read these reviews. Just make sure to read a variety of reviews so you will have a better understanding of a certain cleaning service company. For instance, if the reviews are mostly negative, you just have to avoid the said company.

    Look for referrals 

    It also helps if you ask for referrals from friends or relatives who have tried a carpet cleaning service in the past. They can refer someone they know or someone who has worked for them before. If they have not received a good service, they will not recommend the company. It is also a good thing since you can cross that option off your list.

    Ask property managers and real estate agents

    They know a lot about carpet cleaners because they deal with properties all the time. For instance, real estate agents are in charge of maintaining the aesthetic appeal of a certain property so when someone is interested in buying or renting it, they can proudly showcase it. They contact property cleaners when an open house is coming up or there are interested buyers who wish to come over and see how the place looks. You can ask your own agent for recommendations.

    Check out digital ads 

    Companies that can afford to advertise online or have ads across various platforms are definitely serious in reaching out to their target audience. If you come across these authentic ads, click them and you will be directed to the website of the company. You will then find out more information about them and the services they offer.

    Take your time in searching for the best cleaning service. These are just some of the ways to remove bad options from your list. Once you have found a reliable carpet cleaning service provider, you can sign a contract with them, so they can provide more services in the future. This deal could also reduce the overall cost of the cleaning service. Check out NYC commercial carpet cleaning services if you are from New York and you will be satisfied with the services they offer.

    Your carpets are expensive and they look amazing. With professional cleaning, they will look great for a long time.

    Image: Pixabay.com

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  • Don’t Let the Hidden Legal Costs of Business Put You Out of Business - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN
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    As an entrepreneur, you’ll have a lot of plates to spin when you’re setting up a new business, from the practicalities of manifesting your idea into reality to setting up pricing and advertising. For those that have been around the block a few times, understanding your legal obligations in any situation is all part of the process. However, if you’re a complete novice, it’s easy to overlook the hidden implications of legal protocols and how they pertain to your business.
    Naturally, if you’re starting up any business, you should consult a legal expert on any matters that may be applicable to your industry. In general terms, however, the important concept you need to embrace long before your business becomes a reality is that compliance is always cheaper than a fine. Although ignorance as a defence might get you some leeway in certain situations, it’s not a solid strategy. Indeed, with agencies and organisations now coming down harder on small businesses than ever before, it’s important to be on the right side of the law if you don’t want to bankrupt yourself.
    Legal Obligations You Should Already Know
    Two of the most obvious legal obligations you have for any business, especially those where you have employees in a workspace, are tax and safety. In the case of the former, HMRC moved to triple its fines for the late submission of tax returns back in 2016. As a small business in the UK, you’ll be obliged to submit regular returns to HMRC on time. In the past, failure to declare your income on time was met with an instant £100 fine and then 5% of your bill after 30 days of the deadline, followed by two additional 5% penalties after six and 12 months. However, under new proposals, the £100 would be scrapped in favour of fine equal to 4% of your bill. Then the additional fines increase to 10% and 15% of what you owe.
    When it comes to health and safety, failure to adequately protect your employees and the public can also lead to big fines. According to figures from the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), £32.4 million in fines was issued to UK businesses in 2016. Although the smallest fines started at £100, industries such as manufacturing had average levies topping £112,000. In practice, these are fairly obvious laws and associated fines you need to bear in mind when you’re starting a new business. However, what about the not so obvious obligations? One of the biggest hidden costs of doing business in today’s world is related to cybersecurity.
    A Law You Can No Longer Ignore
    In 2016, KPMG found that more than 60% of small businesses in the UK had been hit by an online attack. On top of this, ISP Beaming calculated that British businesses suffered 230,000 cyberattacks during the same period. Based on this, the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council believes that UK firms could be hit with £122 billion in cybersecurity fines in 2018. One of the major contributors to this increased total is the European Union’s (EU) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Coming into force in May 25, 2018, the new directive is designed to improve data protection for business in the EU and trading within in.
    In practical terms, any UK business that holds data on EU citizens will be subject to the stipulations of GDPR. This means implementing the clauses of GDPR article 25, which gives guidelines on data protection by design and default. Put simply, if a company collects too much data or fails to implement internal safeguards such as pseudonymisation of data, it could be subject to some heavy fines. Indeed, for technical issues that lead to a breach, the maximum fine is €10 million/£8.8 million or 2% of global annual revenue. For instances of non-compliance, those figures are doubled.
    Today, with so much …
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  • Getting People Interested in Geographic Information Science and Technology with Podcasts - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN

    If you go to school and major in geographic information science and technology, you can then launch one of the most unique businesses in the world. Deep sea divers, government agencies, research institutes, and private companies need the information that GIST degree holders are known to have. Although there might be some select people in the industry that are happy to share business information for online GIST degree holders, all entrepreneurs should always have more than one way to network. Podcasts are a crucial tool as they are attractive to people who are always seeking knowledge. Here are some of the ways that you may be tempted to use a podcast appearance to increase interest in the geographic information science and technology field, as well as your business.

    Available at Home or On Mobile Devices

    Just like you can stream the radio online, you can listen to podcasts in different locations. Depending on how they’re broadcast, you can even download them and save them for later. What this means is that podcast listeners are generally a bit more focused than casual radio listeners. When a person searches for a podcast show, he or she has specific parameters in mind. By contrast, radio listeners just stick to their favorite station or casually tune into different broadcasts and settle in once they find something that is at least marginally interesting.

    Telling Others About Your Podcast Appearance

    If you were to tell people in your area that you’d be appearing on a local radio station, they’d be able to tune in at a specific time. On the other hand, friends and fellow online GIST graduate program students living in other areas would have to find an online stream to listen to you. Podcasts are only online, so anyone interested in science can get insight into what you do and how your business is taking shape. Podcasts can also be rebroadcast at any time in the future, so the cycle of learning can continue. You can even leave a link to your podcast on online websites that your company owns and manages.

    Making Science Matter

    A lot of scientists make discoveries for the sake of furthering science, but they can also have viable businesses. In other words, don’t feel like you have to sacrifice earning a living for being heavily involved in the scientific field. A podcast interview where you discuss the merits of your business, as well as any leading technologies you are working on, will be heard by the right people at some point. One single podcast can be more influential in your career even years after it is recorded.

    Simply continue with your business as usual and use podcasting platforms to connect with other scientists and investors all around the world. Those who appreciate what you are saying will research you. People with questions will contact you so that they can get answers. Others who want to team up on future projects will all make themselves known. A podcast has very few limits in terms of audience size.

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  • The Language of Global Success - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN

    Tsedal Neely, the author of the Language of Global Success and is associate professor in the Organizational Behavior unit at The Harvard Business School joins Enterprise Radio.
    This episode of Enterprise Radio is working in association with the Author Channel.
    Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Tsedal Neely discuss the following:

    * Why did you write this book?
    * What are the key messages in your book?
    * How does language effect the workplace?
    * What did your research reveal?
    * How can leaders implement this information?

    Tsedal Neeley is an associate professor in the Organizational Behavior unit at the Harvard Business School.
    She has taught in both the MBA (LEAD, Leading Teams in a Global Economy, Field Global Immersion) and in various executive education programs such as Global Strategic Management. She currently teaches in the Executive Education offering “Program for Leadership Development.” Professor Neeley is a recipient of the HBS Charles M. Williams award for outstanding teaching in Executive Education.
    Professor Neeley’s research focuses on the challenges that global collaborators face when they work across national boundaries.
    Successful global collaboration can enable firms to capitalize on the promise of their global reach. To examine the communication challenges that global collaborators face, as well as potential solutions to those challenges, professor Neeley has identified key determinants of effectiveness in global work.
    Professor Neeley has published her work in leading scholarly and practitioner-oriented outlets such as Academy of Management Journal, Organization Science, Management Science, Journal of International Business, Strategic Management Journal and Harvard Business Review. Her research has been covered in many media outlets such as CNN, Financial Times, NPR, the Wall Street Journal, and the Economist.
    Prior to her academic career, Professor Neeley spent ten years in industry working for companies like Lucent Technologies and The Forum Corporation in various capacities including strategies for global customer experience, 360 degree performance software management systems, sales force/sales management development, and business flow analysis for telecommunication infrastructures. With extensive international experience, Professor Neeley is fluent in four languages.
    Professor Neeley received her Ph.D. from Stanford University’s Department of Management Science and Engineering specializing in organizational studies. Professor Neeley was a Stanford University School of Engineering Lieberman award recipient for excellence in teaching and research as well as the Stanford Distinguished Alumni Scholar.

    Website: www.tsedal.com
    Social Media Links:

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/tsedal
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  • The Anticipatory Organization: How To Turn Disruption and Change Into Opportunity and Advantage - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN

    Daniel Burrus, the CEO of Burrus Research Inc, & the author of seven books, including The New York Times bestseller Flash Foresight, and his latest book The Anticipatory Organization joins Enterprise Radio.
    This episode of Enterprise Radio is working in association with the Author Channel.
    Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guest Daniel Burrus discuss the following:

    * Your book title is The Anticipatory Organization. Is your book just for organizations that are trying to get ahead, or is it also valuable for individuals?
    * In your book, you describe what you call “the biggest missing competency” in business right now; can you explain this to our listeners?
    * The subtitle: How To Turn Disruption and Change Into Opportunity and Advantage. How can we learn to do that when change is happening so fast?
    * There is an old saying that there are only two certainties about the future: death and taxes. How can people learn how to anticipate change and disruption in a world that’s filled with increasing uncertainty?
    * We would all like to know what’s next, and that’s why there is no shortage of trends, and we all know some are right and some are wrong. In your new book, you describe a proven method to know which ones will happen, tell us about that.

    Daniel Burrus is considered one of the world’s leading technology forecasters and innovation experts. He is the CEO of Burrus Research, a research and consulting firm that monitors global advances in technology driven trends to help clients profit from technological, social and business forces that are converging to create enormous, untapped opportunities.
    He is a strategic advisor to executives helping them to develop game-changing strategies based on his proven methodologies for capitalizing on technology innovations. He is the author of seven books, including The New York Times bestseller Flash Foresight, and his latest book The Anticipatory Organization.

    Website: TheAOBook.com
    Social Media Links:

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/danielburrus

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DanielBurrus
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  • Do You Need to Rent a Crane for Cargo/Load Handling? - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN

    Crane trucks allow the development of specialised work, for moving goods in indoor and outdoor installations. The rental of this equipment is done by the hour, typically with a specialised operator at your disposal when you need them.

    There are many different types of crane available and it is critical to ensure that when hiring a crane, you select the one which will meet the needs of your construction project or other requirements.

    If you are organising a project in the Hull area, and are in doubt about the best type of crane hire Hull crane rental companies can offer expert advice regarding the most suitable rig for your needs.

    Main types of cranes

    Truck crane or hydraulic crane on a truck

    Without a doubt the articulated hydraulic truck crane has been an indispensable piece of machinery in the construction industry, because of its great utility. This is because not only does it allow heavy goods to be unloaded and the truck itself to be transported over long distances, but it also allows the movement of heavy objects within the radius of action of the crane to make tower crane assemblies, hoist poles, etc.

    The truck crane is formed by a carrier vehicle, on wheels or on tracks, with a propulsion system, and whose chassis has a boom-type lifting device attached to a rotating platform.

    Gantry cranes

    They are so named because they have a portico shape. They are made of steel or aluminum, and consist of an elevated bridge supported by two ends creating an arch. They can move the loads horizontally, vertically and laterally with the help of their winches. They move on rails and are supported on their four legs.

    MDBC (Multipurpose Double Boom Crane)

    These cranes get their energy through a cable connected to an electrical supply on site. As its name suggests, it can be used for many different functions. Its scope and maximum load are variable depending on the use, as well as its design, since they can either mobile or fixed installations, have articulated arms, etc.

    Side lifter

    Mainly used for the handling of loading and unloading of trucks, as well as rail cargo, it is specifically used in such applications because of its ability to load and unload containers laterally, rather than vertically.

    Tower cranes

    This is a boom, located at the top of a vertical tower. It performs its loading and unloading function with the help of a hook suspended from a cable. It is widely used in the construction sector.

    These impressive structures allow work to be carried out with all kinds of bulky objects and large tonnage that otherwise would be impossible to move. There is no shortage of cranes which can be used in very specific situations, for any type of work to be done.

    Make sure to consult experts in crane rental to ensure you hire the most suitable crane for your requirements.

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  • Success in Marketing and Business Starts with Teamwork - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN
    Trond Atle Smedsrud is EVP Innovation and Marketing at Aker BioMarine, leading the company’s global innovation and marketing function. He is responsible for the company’s marketing activities in USA, Asia, Australia and Europe. He also holds the responsibility for Aker BioMarine’s innovation efforts, including a major research project involving the U.S. Army Rangers. Trond Atle is a competing triathlon athlete, coming third in this year’s Swissman Xtream Triathlon, one of the world’s most challenging races, as well as among top 100 in the New York Marathon. Trond Atle Smedsrud recently took home “The Marketer of the Year” award at the Young Leadership Talents in Norway.  These are his tips for leading a team and finding success in marketing and business:
    Challenge Your Team
    Work is never a one-man show. In fact, it is more efficient to be completely dependent on the talented and dedicated people around you. I try to encourage my team members to embrace new roles and to take on new challenges. I like to challenge everyone to think that when they are close to managing their existing role, it may be time for them to move on and dive into new tasks. I am an advocate for freedom at work. I think my team members actually perform better when they are given the freedom to make their own decisions. They often search for advice, but I try not to make decisions for them. Since they have the competency and in-depth knowledge on certain projects, I trust them to follow their instincts. I may bring new perspectives into their decision making process, but at the end of the day they must make their own decisions.
    Remain True, but be Willing to Adapt
    I never had a clear career goal, but rather more of a direction. When the world changes as quickly as it does today, I think it’s important to have flexibility when seizing opportunities. If you are too focused on milestones, you may not be able to identify and utilize unexpected possibilities which are actually great for helping you move forward in your career.  And humility definitely goes a long way in business. In order to go far, it is important to always remain true to your values. It’s about simple values, like being humble, treating people with respect and helping other people succeed.
    Curiosity and inspiration are also great attributes to have when it comes to success. It is very important to always keep your antennas out and look for inspiration, it’s all around you. For example, At Aker BioMarine, we work with a lot of fearless, risk-taking and innovative start-ups. They have a mindset that many larger companies should learn from.
    Find the Right Balance
    Physical activity is important to me and I am keen on finding the right balance. It is important to keep priorities in check. If everything is equally important, you will burn out quickly. Working consistently over time matters most. You need to define your key focus areas and deliver 100 percent on them and accept delivering 80 percent on the rest, which is often more than enough to get a good outcome. And when I say balance, I do not only restrict it to the workplace.  In order to live a fully balanced life, you need to incorporate activities and projects (outside of work) that make you happy and fulfilled.  Take time for yourself to breathe and enjoy life or it might pass you by.
    Understanding B2B and B2C in a Digital World
    Today, much of my work is focused on B2B marketing. The right-out-of-school marketers have a solid understanding of how to market toward consumers, but don’t have enough knowledge about effectively reaching other businesses. 70 percent of all businesses never target consumers; they operate in a purely business to business matter, however, a B2B purchaser is influenced in the same way as a consumer. People are after a…
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  • Why Podcasting Makes Good Business Sense for Your Accounting Firm - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPN

    If you are trying to grow your accounting firm, you probably learned several marketing tips within the course of your studies when seeking an online accounting degree. You chose to get your masters in accounting online simply because it was the most expedient way to earn that upper level degree while maintaining a fulltime job.

    As a career with a high rate of growth in the coming years, schools like UAB Collat School of Business also focus on other areas of business which include, of course, marketing to grow your client base. Podcasting is one of the better strategies you will find to be highly efficient. Here are a few reasons why.

    An Accountant Should Be Viewed as an Expert in Financial Matters

    Podcasts are interesting ways to increase visibility as an expert in your field. You have that online MACC degree and you are, for all intents and purposes, truly an expert in all things related to finances, up to and including IRS tax laws.

    Few people understand the technical jargon spewed by government and so a regular podcast on taxes (especially at tax time!) can help people better understand why they need an accountant to sort through all the red tape. After all, no one likes to be audited. Podcasts clearly define you as an expert in tax laws which invariably change and evolve year by year. Podcasts clearly define you as an expert in all things financial.

    Podcasts Help Your Listeners Stay Current on Financial News

    Many people listen to podcasts as a way of learning about things they don’t understand. Podcasts also provide a way to help keep listeners up on the latest news. For example, do you know what the current cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security recipients will be for the coming year? Do you know about proposed changes to tax laws and what Congress is currently voting on that could affect the amount of income you can make before government takes 50 percent of your earnings?

    This is all important information your audience may spend hours researching only to be given inaccurate data. You are the expert on tax law, so give them something for nothing. Give your listeners the latest news free of charge. Give them bits of advice they can literally take to the bank.

    Use Podcasts to Teach Potential Clients about Investment Products

    The more you can teach your audience, the easier it will be to get them to trust you as the voice of authority. So many people are looking to invest in something which will grow their wealth for retirement but they aren’t aware of the many investment products out there. You can use a weekly podcast to teach about the different types of investments and then suggest who these products might be best suited for.

    If you haven’t thought about the benefits of growing your client base through podcasting, this is something you may want to try. You would be surprised at just how many people will begin trusting you, following you and then seeking you out when they need your services. Looking to try something new as a marketing strategy? Podcasting would be a great place to start.

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