Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized!

I’m Anne McGinty, your host. While we take a break from full-length guest episodes for the holidays, I’ve curated a series of short, impactful episodes to keep you inspired.

Each bite-sized episode features a collection of powerful snippets from interviews, organized by topic for easy listening.

Stay tuned for quick insights to fuel your business and personal growth!

Season 2 drops the week of January 25, 2025.

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Welcome to a very merry episode of How I Built My Small Business! I’m Anne McGinty, your host, and I know I said no new episodes, but this is a surprise Christmas special.

Today, we’re diving into the magical world of Santa’s little helpers with Chanda Bell, co-founder and co-CEO of The Lumistella Company, home of The Elf on the Shelf. 

Whether you’re a seasoned elf owner or someone who’s just wondering why these mischievous little elves keep popping up, this episode has a sprinkle of something for everyone—kids, grown-ups, and the young-at-heart. 🎅🏼🎁

Chanda, along with her mom and sister, took a simple family tradition and turned it into a global Christmas phenomenon that has enchanted millions. She’s the creative force behind the storytelling and magic that make the Elf on the Shelf part of so many family holiday traditions. 

Over the years, the elves have been featured on Good Morning America, USA Today, and even appeared in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Her company, The Lumistella Company, continues to innovate with projects like the Santaverse while staying true to the magic of Santa’s mission.

But with great magic comes great responsibility. In today’s conversation, Chanda shares how they keep Santa’s vision alive while addressing everything from sustainability to inclusivity to… yes, even those whispers about “elf surveillance.”

So grab your hot cocoa, cozy up by the fire, and let’s unwrap the story of how one family tradition became a global celebration of joy, generosity, and a little holiday mischief.

https://elfontheshelf.com/

https://lumistella.com/

https://santaverse.com/

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Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized! I’m Anne McGinty, host of the show. While full-length guest episodes are on hold for the holidays, I’ve prepared a collection of short, impactful episodes to keep you inspired until Season 2.

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Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized!

I’m Anne McGinty, your host. While we take a break from full-length guest episodes for the holidays, I’ve curated a series of short, impactful episodes to keep you inspired.

Each bite-sized episode features a collection of powerful snippets from interviews, organized by topic for easy listening.

Stay tuned for quick insights to fuel your business and personal growth!

Season 2 drops the week of January 25, 2025.

Subscribe on Apple Podcast , Spotify or YouTube.

Let’s connect!

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Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized!

I’m Anne McGinty, your host. While we take a break from full-length guest episodes for the holidays, I’ve curated a series of short, impactful episodes to keep you inspired.

Each bite-sized episode features a collection of powerful snippets from interviews, organized by topic for easy listening.

Stay tuned for quick insights to fuel your business and personal growth!

Season 2 drops the week of January 25, 2025.

Subscribe on Apple Podcast , Spotify or YouTube.

Let’s connect!

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Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized! 

I’m Anne McGinty, host of the show. While full-length guest episodes are on hold for the holidays, I’ve prepared a collection of short, impactful episodes to keep you inspired until Season 2.

Subscribe on Apple Podcast , Spotify or YouTube.

Let’s connect!

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Welcome to How I Built My Small Business: Bite-Sized!

I’m Anne McGinty, your host. While we take a break from full-length guest episodes for the holidays, I’ve curated a series of short, impactful episodes to keep you inspired.

Each bite-sized episode features a collection of powerful snippets from interviews, organized by topic for easy listening.

Stay tuned for quick insights to fuel your business and personal growth!

Season 2 drops the week of January 25, 2025.

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Let’s connect!

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As we draw season one to a close, I’m thrilled to share some of the heartwarming stories and pivotal lessons that we've heard on this journey. 

From grappling with technical hiccups like latency delays during my chat with Max Skinner of Two Rock Amplifiers to drawing inspiration from Jason Feifer's spontaneous interviewing style, this season has been an exhilarating learning curve.

Your support has been the driving force behind this podcast’s success. From educators who use these episodes as teaching tools to entrepreneurs finding newfound motivation, your feedback is the lifeblood of this show. 

This platform, inspired by my father’s legacy, has become a space for sharing business know-how, niche expertise, ideas for making money, and for imparting life wisdom. 

As we wrap up Season One, I’m filled with gratitude and a continued commitment to help aspiring entrepreneurs take control of their futures. 

Have an incredible holiday season! Be kind, take deep breaths, slow down, find meaningful connection, and a moment to rest and reflect.

Season Two will launch the week of January 25, 2025.

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John Kilcullen, the creator of the For Dummies brand and former chairman and CEO of IDG Books, shares his journey in building one of the world’s most iconic publishing series.

In this episode, John delves into the rise of For Dummies, his experience leading other renowned brands like Frommer's Travel and Cliff’s Notes, and his time as president and publisher of Billboard Magazine and The Hollywood Reporter.

A sought-after lecturer on entrepreneurship and innovation at institutions like Stanford, NYU, and Babson, John’s wisdom has been profiled in Forbes, The New York Times, and USA Today.

PART 1: The story behind For Dummies and how to build a lasting brand.

PART 2: Insights on the evolving future of publishing (starting at 43 minutes).

Closing: John’s invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, life wisdom, and actionable takeaways.

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Today we’re joined by Farnoosh Torabi, America’s leading personal finance expert who is dedicated to helping others become unapologetically rich.

Farnoosh is an award-winning financial correspondent, television personality, and best-selling author of You’re So Money, A Healthy State of Panic, Psych Yourself Rich, and When She Makes More.

Her Podcast So Money was ranked a Top Female-Hosted Podcast by Entrepreneur Magazine, described as "a Podcast Your Wallet Will Love" by The New York Times, and has been downloaded over 35 million times, earning multiple Webby awards.

She is a former CNBC host and has been featured on NBC’s Today Show, ABC’s Good Morning America, and numerous major news and talk shows.

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