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Chuck Patel sold cable scramblers as a kid, as described in a Popular Mechanics article, and became hooked on technology and business. He subsequently participated in a startup that experienced a successful exit. Eventually, he found his way to CHAMPS Software, where he currently serves as the President. They provide dashboard reporting utilizing their data analytics to help power companies save hundreds of millions of dollars each year. This episode is a fascinating testament to how combining your passion with business can lead to enjoying both business and life. Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!

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GOLD NUGGETS:

(03:06) - CHAMPS Analytics Software for Business

(10:39) - Entrepreneurial Conversations on Software Development

(20:48) - Evolution of CRM Software Industry

(33:39) - Sales Skills Training and Approach

(44:15) - CHAMPS Software Growth and History

(48:36) - Small Business Success Strategies and Lessons

(58:06) - Communication Challenges With Millennials

(01:02:51) - CHAMPS in Nuclear Power?

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Chuck’s Links:

Website | https://champsanalytics.com/ 

LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/bidashboards/ 

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Book Mentioned: Let's Get Real or Let's not Play by Mahan Khalsa

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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Dale Cardwell, Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!

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