This next episode of Live from the Vault, “The Lost Episodes” we are joined by not only one but two special guests. AJ Williams, founder of Originz and Legaciez and Floyd Johnson, founder of Ohio Against The World. This episode was recorded in December of 2020, but due to a tragic iCloud error, this episode was thought to be lost, but thankfully has been brought back to life. Listen in to how both of these entrepreneurs are in the apparel industry but come from two different perspectives. Originz and Legaciez, a more recent start up and OATW closing in on 15 years. The two of them share why they started, who inspired them, and what keeps them motivated in a very competitive industry.

Guest Info:

AJ Williams 

ORIGINZ X LEGACIEZ Motivation

“Here to motivate, inspirate and dedicate my services to you to create your legacy.”

Floyd Johnson

Ohio Against The World

On this next episode of Live from the Vault, “The Lost Episodes” we are happy to be joined by John McGehee. He is a lifetime accountant and founder of McGehee Davis and Associates based out of Wheat Ridge Colorado. John has dedicated his life to understanding ways to make small businesses more profitable. This episode was recorded in December of 2020, but due to a tragic iCloud error, this episode was thought to be lost, but thankfully has been brought back to life. Tune in to hear the biggest mistake small business owners fall into when it comes to accounting along with a small taste of entrepreneur economics.

Guest Info:

John McGehee, CPA

https://mdataxes.com/

Business News With DeAndré Dowell:

JayZ gave 10 million dollars to minority owned businesses in the cannabis industry. 

Tesla provides 1.5 billion dollars in Bitcoin.

Lastly, Superbowl streaker wins $374,000.

Special Shoutout:

Pinetree Janitorial Service, Denver CO for the themed music. #supportlocal

http://pinetreejs.com/

On this episode of Live from the Vault, “The Lost Episodes” we are pleased to be joined by Mike O’Donnell, former Executive Director of Colorado Lending Source, now a candidate for the position of Colorado Secretary of State in 2022, and Chad’s favorite armchair economist. Mike has been instrumental to small business growth in the Greater Denver area for over 25 years. This episode was recorded in December of 2020, but due to a tragic iCloud error, this episode was thought to be lost, but thankfully has been brought back to life. Chad and Mike have been acquaintances for a few years and Mike has always given the latest on the economic forecast. Listen in to hear what he believes the future and the recovery process holds for small businesses.

Guest Info:

Mike O’Donnell

https://mikeodonnell.us/

Business News with DeAndré Dowell:

More people have applied for small business applications across the country than in 2019, however their reasonings can be questionable. 

Also, tax season looks “hellish” due to the PPP loan received in 2021. Was that true? Let us know in the comments.

On this episode of Live From the Vault hosts, DeAndré Dowell and Chad Coleman, bring back friend of the podcast, Policing Training expert, Marc Neal, for a frank and open discussion about the guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin Trial. 

What does the verdict mean? Will anything actually change? What's next? All this, and more. 

Marc Neal is a former police officer, an Author, and the founder of Onyx Training Group — which trains law enforcement agencies around the country in anti-bias, diversity, and swat tactics. Check out Marc's new book, Growing Guardians, Training Sheepdogs   for an eye-opening look into what's really going on in police departments, and what needs to happen to end the cycle of violence against people of color. 

For this episode of Live From the Vault we asked small business owners for their most pressing marketing questions. We received a TON of AWESOME questions — social media, PPC, Email marketing, SEO, and more! If you’re a small business owner with marketing questions, this is the episode for you. 

One Cool Thing:

Chad shares an awesome tool for understanding your audience and how they use the web, called SparkToro https://sparktoro.com The tool from Search Marketing Guru Rand Fishkin @randfish “identifies your customers' biggest sources of influence, and the hidden gems⁠—so you can reach them where they hang out.”

Business News with DeAndré:

• Industries that are thriving despite COVID 

In this weeks episode of Live From the Vault we discuss the importance of embracing change. If there's one thing 2020 has taught us, it's that we must expect the unexpected. However, the fear of change can paralyze us, and create even larger issues than the unforeseen circumstances that are affecting our business. Contemplating this dilemma, host Chad Coleman encountered the work of Harvard Professor, Author and Change Expert, Rosabeth Moss Kanter. Specifically her essay Ten Reasons People Resist Change, DeAndre and Chad discuss this work with their patented keep-it-real candor. Chad also shares his methodology for deciding what changes are right to implement within your company. 

One Cool Thing:

Have you ever been frustrated trying to find something specific on a particular website? On-site search tools are often poorly made and don't help you find what you're looking for, so in this week's One Cool Thing, Chad shares how you can use the power of Google to find anything on a particular website. 

Business News with DeAndré Dowell:

• Uber Acquires Postmates

On this episode of Live from the Vault we’re thrilled to be joined by acclaimed trademark attorney, Tamara Pester. Tamara answers our trademark questions like; What is a common law trademark? Can spelling a word differently help you secure a trademark? Should local businesses bother trademarking their name? Essentially, Tamara breaks down everything founders and business owners need to know about protecting their brand.  

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Business News:

Huge shoutout to Pinetree Janitorial Service for letting us use their awesome song, All My Complaints as our theme song! Check them out on Spotify and learn more at http://pinetreejs.com 

On this episode of The Herosmyth Podcast - Live from the Vault we discuss why creating a purpose driven business is essential in the modern era. Hosts Chad Coleman and DeAndré Dowell, break down exactly why it is essential and how changes in society led to this moment. We also discuss a new study conducted by the Zeno Group which finally puts data driven analytics behind the benefits of creating a purposeful brand. 

Business News: 

• The Ongoing Affects of COVID on Small Businesses 

In this week’s episode of Live from the Vault we discuss the misconceptions and fears that hold people back from making the entrepreneurial leap, and starting a business. Hosts, Chad Coleman and DeAndré Dowell both have background in the music and entertainment industries, and use this to discuss pursuing your passions and how artists of all kinds could create a life based on their art, by embracing entrepreneurship. 

One Cool Thing:

Business News:

• The meteoric rise of Zoom

Recorded shortly after the murder of George Floyd, this episode is a frank and unfiltered discussion about the relationship between communities of color and law enforcement. Our guest is Marc Neal Founder of Onyx Training Group, Marc is a former Police Officer and now trains law enforcement agencies across the country in anti-bias, diversity, and SWAT tactics.

If you’ve ever listened to our podcast, you know — we keep it real. To that end, in this episode we discuss racism, the divided nature of our politics today, and the uncertain future of America. If you can't handle that, don't listen.

Guest Info: 

Marc Neal | Founder | Onyx Training Group 

WEB: https://onyxtg.com 

IG: @onyxtg

FB: https://www.facebook.com/onyxtg 

Live From The Vault is a raw and unfiltered look at the world of entrepreneurship, business, and the absurdity of modern life. Featuring marketing advice, business news, expert interviews, and hosts Chad Coleman & DeAndré Dowell's perspective on life as an entrepreneur.