It's Just Business

We speak with Emilie Aries - a speaker, podcast host, author, and the Founder & CEO of Bossed Up, an award-winning personal and professional development community where she helps women craft happy, healthy, and sustainable career paths.

You can find Emilie at Bossed Up, or on her podcast at https://www.bossedup.org/podcast and her book, Bossed Up: A Grown Woman's Guide To Getting Your Sh*t Together, is available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Tattered Cover.

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Women and men bring many different attributes and qualities to the work place and business ownership.  We should embrace the differences and learn from one another.  How do men and women approach business differently?  How do we benefit from understanding different mindsets?  Can we improve by embracing the differences in gender?

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You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
 Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
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Every athlete has coaches.  World-class athletes have MANY coaches.  Why should business owners consider a coach?  How would I benefit from a business coach?  If I want a coach – how do I find a business coach that’s right for me and my business?  Sharon Lewis shares the ins and outs of what a business coach can do for you and your business.  Sharon shares how a coach can assist business owners maximize the potential of their business, achieve their Income, Lifestyle, Wealth and Equity goals.

You can learn more about Sharon and her coaching services at https://advicoach.com/slewis/

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You can find Russ @reliable.remediation
Russ Harlow – Reliable Remediation – Disaster Restoration
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You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
 Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
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Capital is critical.  How do we find resources to fund our business?  Am I eligible for government grants?  What kind of training can I get that will help me be a better business owner?  Laura Stetler is a Program Manager at Women's Business Development Council (WBDC) and shares some essential resources to find funding while starting and growing your business. We also talk about how Laura came to be with the WBDC and how being a classically trained violinist helped her adapt as she moved across the country.

To find Laura and the WBDC visit https://ctwbdc.org/

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You can find Russ @reliable.remediation
Russ Harlow – Reliable Remediation – Disaster Restoration
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You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
 Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
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Franchising can be a great way into business ownership, but it’s not for everyone…is it a good fit for you?  What are some of the benefits of buying a franchise?  How do you choose a GOOD franchise model?  How do I find funding to buy a franchise?  In this episode, we chat with Eric, owner of a national franchise and our very own co-host and fellow franchise owner Russ Harlow. We talk Franchise Expos, the process of buying into a franchise, financing, and the nuances of buying into a franchise opportunity.

To find Eric and Mr. Handyman visit https://www.mrhandyman.com/norwich-newlondon-ct/

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You can find Russ @reliable.remediation
Russ Harlow – Reliable Remediation – Disaster Restoration
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You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
 Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
Google -  https://tinyurl.com/y4wxnavx

Understanding how branding impacts every aspect of your business is paramount in today’s business environment.  How do I create a brand that stands out?  How does my brand affect my decisions and how do my decisions affect my brand?  How do I encourage brand loyalty?
Branding and marketing extraordinaire, Maria Miranda, talks about the essential parts of brand alignment and ensuring that your employees eat, sleep, and breathe your brand. Maria also shares her story in to business and the fact that her first mentor was a murderer.

To find Maria and her talented team, visit Miranda Creative. You can find Maria on the social channels @maria.miranda

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You can find Russ @reliable.remediation
Russ Harlow – Reliable Remediation – Disaster Restoration
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You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
Google -  https://tinyurl.com/y4wxnavx 

Social media can be a minefield to try and navigate.  Why is social media important to your business?  How can you incorporate video and TikTok to grow your business?  Isn’t TikTok just for kids?  How do I maintain a professional image for my business?  We talk with marketing and social media maven, Heather Pigg, owner of Midnight Media Management on how to use TikTok to grow your business. From service-based businesses to physical products, Heather shares with us some essential tips and tools to optimize the use of TikTok.

To find Heather, visit https://www.midnightmediamgt.com/ or you can find her store on TikTok @takodana.trader

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You can find Russ @reliable.remediation
Russ Harlow – Reliable Remediation – Disaster Restoration
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You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
 Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
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Improvise.  Adapt. Overcome.  How do we reevaluate when things don't go as we have planned?  How do we stay relevant (and profitable) in an ever-changing market?  Is it time to rethink my business model?  We talk with Derek Nordman, family man, and owner of Tri-State Powerwashing. We talk about pivoting and how knowing yourself is an essential part of being a business owner.

To find Derek visit Tri-State Powerwashing or Tis the Season Holiday Lights.

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Connect with us:
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You can find Russ @reliable.remediation
Russ Harlow – Reliable Remediation – Disaster Restoration
Google: https://g.page/r/CXogeisZHEjMEBA

You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
 Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
Google -  https://tinyurl.com/y4wxnavx

Let's talk about race.  Do you have to "sell out" to make it?  What obstacles do minorities face when trying to start (or run) a business?  How can we use culture and communication to break through barriers?  This is part two of a two-part series with Ashon Avent, owner of Main Avent Apparel where we talk with Ashon about some of the challenges minorities experience in starting a business and how to overcome adversity.

To find Ashon Avent visit www.mainaventgroup.com or on the social channels @mainavent

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Connect with us:
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You can find Russ @reliable.remediation
Russ Harlow – Reliable Remediation – Disaster Restoration
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You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
 Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
Google -  https://tinyurl.com/y4wxnavx

We all face challenges and obstacles.  Business owners, by nature, face even more.  How do we overcome adversity?  How can we use the challenges we face to grow and learn?  Why does greatness always blossom out of adversity?
This episode of part one of a two-part series with Ashon Avent, owner of Main Avent Apparel. Ashon engages in some incredibly authentic conversations about the challenges of owning a business and his personal journey to success.

To find Ashon Avent visit www.mainaventgroup.com or on the social channels @mainavent

Follow the podcast at @itsjustbusinesspodcast on all the major podcasting platforms.

Connect with us:
To get in touch with us, email the podcast at [email protected].
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You can find Russ @reliable.remediation
Russ Harlow – Reliable Remediation – Disaster Restoration
Google: https://g.page/r/CXogeisZHEjMEBA

You can find Dana @adashofboss, @dana.dowdell and @hrfanatic
 Dana Dowdell – Boss Consulting – HR Consulting
Google -  https://tinyurl.com/y4wxnavx