Hack My Business

Last week was election week for 2020 and we may now know a lot about the outcomes but what about the nuances that effect HOW people vote, who it impacts and how one proposition's vote may affect another? 

Jesse & Sid hash out the details that will influence the effect of how we voted will have on ourselves, our communities, our small businesses, the economy and well...the country at large. 

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What does it mean to be innovative in a rural county tucked into the mountains of the Sierra Nevada? How does a county stand out, attract new businesses, and support their own unique economy?

Cole Przybyla, the Director of InnovatIon and Business Assistance for the County of Tuolumne, is here to discuss his role in fostering new businesses and new ideas in his tight knit rural community. Cole works every day to showcase the opportunities within Toulumne County and to close the digital divide that inhibits local businesses from growing.

Now during a global pandemic when innovation and connection is more important than ever, Cole is bringing small business relief and tailoring his services to the specific needs of his rural economy. Get your shoes dirty and dive into the economic development of Tuolumne County. 

Finding Cole Pryzbyla:

Listen to Cole’s Podcast: Tuolumne Talks Business

Connect with Cole on LinkedIn

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No one can deny it is an incredible success to get a burgeoning business off the ground. But what is to be done when 2 to 3 years in, that small business begins to stagnate...or even worse, is faced with a disaster?

How can a business grow and innovate well enough to weather unpredicted future storms? Pat Nye is executive director at the small business Development Center of two programs which are designed to give entrepreneurs the tools they need to take their business to the next level or to gain resources to help during this time of distress.

Tune in as Pat discusses the efforts of the LA Small Business Development Center and the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. Learn about a small business’ biggest needs, how programs like his are supporting others during the pandemic, and what the major pitfalls are that separate a successful business from a struggling one. 

Finding Pat Nye:

Visit the LA SBDC website

Visit the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses website

Connect with Pat on LinkedIn

*Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode!

*If there is a specific resource you would like to see on covid19biztools.com you can reach us HERE.

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What are the essential traits of a good manager? And what creates a motivated employee?

Today, Jesse and Sid share their own personal experiences on what makes a manager and their team successful. They reveal how they have both hired excellent employees and what they strive to do to foster the best and most successful performance from their team. It’s about removing obstacles, providing resources, and taking the time to recognize the employee’s unique needs.

A manager must adapt, define clear expectations, and balance their own deficiencies. Learn to love the awkward conversation, leave room for failure, and watch your employees excel. 

More from our hosts:

Connect on LinkedIn with Jesse and Sid

*Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode!

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What we touch on today speaks to the entrepreneurial mindset, the idea of just doing it, just getting started, and that it's okay to rely on your instincts to get going.

We bring on Emily Lau of The Little Bra Company and discuss practical lessons about what it means to run a business. You're going to make a lot of mistakes. And that's all part of the process.

Realizing you're not alone can be imperative to your business' success and as Emily points out "it takes a village". Finding your community of like-minded entrepreneurs like us at Hack My Business and resources that are designed to offer no-cost support  (like the website we've created for you as a small business resource www.covid19biztools.com) can be the sounding voices that keep you going. 

Finding Emily Lau:

Visit the website: https://www.thelittlebracompany.com

Connect with Emily Lau on LinkedIn

*Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode!

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Podcasts are designed to create a relationship with your hoped for or existing audience  i.e your customer, your new demographic, your industry stake holders, etc. Hosts Jesse and Sid bring on their producer of Hack My Business and podcast production and consulting firm founder, Christina Barsi to talk about how podcasting can be used and leveraged in your business to create deep and authentic connections and how the creation process works.

More From Christina Barsi:

Visit the website: https://www.avanthausmedia.com

Follow on Instagram: @thebarsi

LinkedIn:

Christina Barsi 

Avant Haüs Media

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Covid has changed the way companies market. There have been some clear failures and some fantastic standouts. And while many of the fundamentals of marketing remain the same, the dive into social media, new technology, and furious fact checking made evident during this pandemic have shifted priorities.

Where do you find your customers and how can you be the most impactful in their spaces? How do you commit to your stance on current issues and show the meaningful work along with the talk? How do you stay on top of the trends while looking to the future opportunities? And how do you prioritize authenticity, increase relatability, and use the new tools to their greatest potential? These questions and more are what Jesse and Sid tackle in their episode this week. Join in as they discuss what Covid has changed about marketing and PR, what will stick, and what will never be the same. 

More from our hosts:

Connect on LinkedIn with Jesse and Sid

*Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode!

*If there is a specific resource you would like to see on covid19biztools.com you can reach us HERE.

*Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with someone who might need it during this challenging time. We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let’s share the knowledge and resources!

In the midst of this global pandemic, outsmarting disaster has never been more important. Preparation, resources, and support are necessary to protect those small businesses that are the most vulnerable. Gurbax Sahota, President and CEO of the California Association of Local Economic Development, is here to share the part she has to play in disaster preparedness and lifting up the economy of local communities. 

With more than 16 years of experience in economic development, Gurbax is the backbone of CALED, which has grown to over 800 members, representing cities, counties, state and federal agencies, economic development corporations, and the private sector. CALED, through its own programs and through its management of the California Academy for Economic Development, provides professional training to economic development professionals. 

More from Gurbax Sahota:

Visit CALED’s website

Learn more about the Outsmart Disaster campaign 

Connect on LinkedIn

*Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode!

*If there is a specific resource you would like to see on covid19biztools.com you can reach us HERE.

*Thank you for listening and please share the show or an episode you love with someone who might need it during this challenging time. We believe that when you succeed we all succeed, so let’s share the knowledge and resources!

The concept or idea of resiliency is thrown around a lot, especially during times of disaster, but what does it really mean to be resilient? How do you develop the right mindset and what practical actions can you take to become resilient? Or can you? 

We dive into these questions and arrive at answers with our good friend Clare Briglio, Communications and Business Disruption Resource Director for the Economic Development Collaborative based in Ventura County. 

More from Clare Briglio:

Visit the EDC-SBDC

Connect on LinkedIn

Read the Harvard Business Review article Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time

*Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode!

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In this Season 2 premiere episode we are talking about the number one most requested area of support for small businesses – access to capital. 

This episode is meant to give you some great insights to help you make the right financing decision for your business.

Capital is made of up cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities and it is the lifeblood of every small business.  Small businesses and entrepreneurs rely on capital to get started, sustain itself and to grow and for many of us, determining how best to secure it and apply it for maximum effectiveness in your business is among the most challenging aspects of starting and running a business.  

We talk with Scott Rogalski, Director of the Northern California Small Business Development Finance Center to talk about the best strategies and tips for entrepreneurs and small businesses who are seeking capital to launch or grow their business and his special considerations for COVID-19 impacted businesses. 

More from Scott Rogalski:

Visit the website for NorCal SBDC Finance Center

Connect with Scott Rogalski on LinkedIn

What is Henna?

*Tell us what hack you're applying to YOUR business in the review section of Apple Podcasts and we'll give you and your biz a shout out in an upcoming episode!

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