How Was I Supposed to Know That?

Bernard talks with Ken Ward, the owner of Phoenix Rising Solutions and the founder of the National Black Professionals Networking Association, about his entrepreneurial journey and what keeps him motivated after years of business ownership. As the principal of his full-service insurance brokerage, Ken shares a powerful reminder about the need for regular policy reviews. He underscores the importance of understanding both the market and the customer, recognizing that circumstances can change quickly.

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Bernard interviews Derek Anasiewicz, founder of A to Z Family Business, a construction company in southeastern Pennsylvania. Derek shares his journey from starting as a one-person handyman operation, to expanding his skill set and growing a customer base, to eventually establishing A to Z as one of the most reputable companies in the local construction industry.

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Bernard highlights the Corporate Transparency Act, the federal law which took effect on January 1st this year and imposes new filing requirements for most small businesses. Do not get blindsided by fines and penalties that could have been avoided!

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Bernard speaks with Carlo Batts from Rittenhouse Appraisals, a commercial real estate valuation firm based in Philadelphia. Carlo explains the importance of formal appraisals in real estate transactions, why professional certifications matter, and why some staffing decisions are doomed from the start.

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Bernard has a conversation with Matt Mittman of ReMax Ready, who shares how he

grew his real estate office in Pennsylvania from a small team to a group of 35-40 agents over a

decade. He reflects on his 20-year career as a realtor and the pivotal decision to start his own

company, initially hesitant about the responsibility but ultimately finding fulfillment in helping

others achieve their goals.

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This episode provides practical tips on preparing for initial meetings with potential strategic partners. Learn how to set clear goals, ask the right questions, choose the best strategic partner for you and your business, and deal with misunderstandings and conflicts before they arise.

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In this episode, we’re diving into the world of strategic partnerships. It’s all about teaming up with compatible strategic partners to unlock new opportunities, mix up what you offer, plug in the skills you need, cut down on costs, and show that there’s power in numbers.

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Bernard interviews Emily Stein, founder of Design Librarian, a full-service residential interior design firm in Philadelphia. Emily shares what it was like to start as a solo entrepreneur before adding a partner, highlighting the importance of discipline and structure in business. She also touches on her previous venture, a nonprofit that struggled despite her best efforts, emphasizing the lessons she learned and why resilience is a required trait for entrepreneurs.

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Bernard talks to Ryan Finley, founder of Neomind Labs, about starting his business,

overcoming unexpected challenges, and navigating the unpredictable journey of

entrepreneurship. Ryan candidly reflects on having to deal with a significant drop in revenue

(just when things were going well), how anxiety (and self-awareness!) can impact business

growth, and the importance of building a supportive network before you think you need it.

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In the inaugural episode of How Was I Supposed To Know That?, Bernard is joined by

Jasmine and Jamie Simmons from Always Compassionate Home Care. The sisters and business

partners discuss their journey from determined caregivers to successful entrepreneurs, scaling

from $100,000 to nearly $10 million in three years. They share their insights on community

outreach, overcoming challenges during the pandemic, and the importance of building a strong

business team.

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