Local Matters

On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Karen Young, business law attorney with Indiana Originals member Gutwein Law. They talk about what you need to consider when starting a business, why consulting an attorney can actually save you money--not just cost you money, and why supporting community based resources like SOURCE Entrepreneurship Center are vital to creating healthy, stronger communities.

Special thanks to Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods for making this podcast possible. Learn more about today’s guest at http://gutweinlaw.com/ and http://sourceforbiz.org/.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Denise Praul, founder of Whiteboard Learning. They talk about being the first girl to take business classes at Lawrence Central, the biggest mistake people make when it comes to referrals, and what you need to consider when you are ready to scale up your business. Sponsored by Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Jenn Kampmeier of Vino Mobile Bar. They talk about creating the first independent wine truck in the US and what it took to bring to fruition, what it takes mentally and emotionally to be able to give up a business, and the people you surround yourself with can make or break your success.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Shauna Williams of Once Upon A Party. They talk about going from teaching full-time to developing new ways to celebrate your birthday, the challenges that led to the creation of her signature “Birthday in a Box,” and the power of giving children the experience of a lifetime.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Andrea Liebross, of Andrea Liebross Coaching, LLC. They talk about the challenges of separating business life from personal life, the empowerment of getting out of your own way, and how it is okay to ask for help—in all aspects of life.

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Look for a new episode of “Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast” Fridays at noon distributed across all major podcast platforms including iTunes, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, RadioPublic, Pocket Casts, Deezer, TuneIn, NPROne, and via wishtv.com/podcasts/local-matters.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Kendall Antron of the Made in Indy Podcast. They talk about the inspiration behind the podcast, the art of moving your creation from a hobby to a business, and the power of consistency.

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Look for a new episode of “Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast” Fridays at noon distributed across all major podcast platforms including iTunes, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, RadioPublic, Pocket Casts, Deezer, TuneIn, NPROne, and will also be accessible at no charge for listeners via wishtv.com/podcasts/local-matters.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with “Big George” Stergiopoulos, second-generation co-owner of The Greek Islands Restaurant and co-owner of Giorgio’s Pizza. Mel and Big George talk about growing up in the restaurant business, the decision to stay in the industry, and the role business owners—both big and small—play in creating and maintaining healthy, strong communities in Indiana.

Sponsored by Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods.

Look for a new episode of “Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast” Fridays at noon distributed across all major podcast platforms including iTunes, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, RadioPublic, Pocket Casts, Deezer, TuneIn, NPROne, and via wishtv.com/podcasts/local-matters.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Stephanie Daily, creator of Send A Friend Lasagna. Mel and Stephanie talk about the “identity” difference from being a leader in the insurance business to becoming the “The Lasagna Lady,” how being an essential business became a big opportunity, and the importance of gratitude and giving back when it comes to running a business.

Sponsored by Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods.

Look for a new episode of “Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast” Fridays at noon distributed across all major podcast platforms including iTunes, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, RadioPublic, Pocket Casts, Deezer, TuneIn, NPROne, and will also be accessible at no charge for listeners via wishtv.com/podcasts/local-matters.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with Cathy Boone-Black, founder of Indiana Integrative Hypnosis. Mel and Cathy break down the myths of hypnosis, discuss how relaxation techniques can reduce anxiety and stress symptoms, and how we can truly influence our children’s thoughts and behaviors.

Sponsored by Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods.

Look for a new episode of “Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast” Fridays at noon distributed across all major podcast platforms including iTunes, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, RadioPublic, Pocket Casts, Deezer, TuneIn, NPROne, and will also be accessible at no charge for listeners via wishtv.com/podcasts/local-matters.

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On this episode of Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast, Mel McMahon chats with JoDee Curtis of Purple Ink, LLC. They talk about why JoDee chose Purple Ink as her business name and the significance behind it, why you shouldn’t hire people exactly like you, and how not letting people go when they need to go could be your biggest managerial mistake.

Sponsored by Indiana Originals, Indiana Gifts, and McFarling Foods.

Look for a new episode of “Local Matters: An Indiana Originals Podcast” Fridays at noon distributed across all major podcast platforms including iTunes, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, RadioPublic, Pocket Casts, Deezer, TuneIn, NPROne, and will also be accessible at no charge for listeners via wishtv.com/podcasts/local-matters.

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