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What if your business could speak to you — about where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’re headed?

In this special Monday Morning Motivation episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, Anna Steinfest uses Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol to deliver powerful, practical lessons for small business owners navigating the end of the year.

Through the lens of the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, this episode challenges entrepreneurs to reflect on why they started, confront the reality of their business today, and intentionally design a stronger, more sustainable future.

This isn’t just a holiday story — it’s a leadership reset for business owners who want to survive, scale, and lead with clarity in the year ahead.

🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why reconnecting with your “why” prevents burnout
• How honest self-awareness drives better business decisions
• What your current habits are really building for your future
• Three actionable steps to reset your business before the new year

If you’re a small business owner, entrepreneur, or founder feeling stretched, reflective, or ready for change this Christmas season, this episode is for you.

🎄 Because growth doesn’t start in January.
 It starts with awareness, courage, and action — today.

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 #EntrepreneurMindset
 #SmallBusinessOwner
 #BusinessLeadership
 #YearEndReflection
 #EntrepreneurLife
 #BusinessGrowth
 #ChristmasMotivation
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In this raw and honest episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, Anna Steinfest is joined by two of her longtime friends and fellow entrepreneurs — Clinton Smith and Quasan Shaw. Together, they’ve walked through the ups and downs of building businesses, and today, they’re sharing the hard truths small business owners need to hear as we head into 2026.

This isn’t theory — it’s real talk from three people who’ve supported each other through setbacks, growth, and reinvention. And now, they’re here to share what they’ve learned with you.

You’ll hear insights on:

• What to stop doing immediately in your business
• How to set smarter, burnout-proof goals
• The mindset shifts that keep you moving through hard seasons
• Practical ways to cut costs, pivot fast, and prepare for uncertainty

Whether you’re just trying to survive or looking to scale in 2026, this episode is your playbook — rooted in truth, trust, and a shared mission to help small business owners succeed.

 No fluff. Just real advice from real entrepreneurs who’ve been where you are. 

#SmallBusinessTips #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessGrowth #2026BusinessPlanning

#2026Goals #FutureProofYourBusiness

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In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest breaks down the real reason many small business owners feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck—lack of focused energy. Inspired by the “Power of Focus” principles, this episode reveals how distractions quietly drain progress and how even small shifts in focus can lead to massive momentum.

Anna explains why multitasking kills results, how your mental energy ratio determines your success, and why your business doesn’t need more hours—just more clarity. She closes with three actionable steps every entrepreneur can implement this week to gain control, eliminate energy leaks, and drive forward movement.

If you’re tired of busy days with little progress, this episode will help you reclaim clarity, strengthen discipline, and build unstoppable momentum in your business.

 #SmallBusinessSurvival #MondayMorningMotivation #EntrepreneurLife #FocusedEnergy #BusinessMindset #SmallBusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurMotivation

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This week, host Anna Steinfest brings a powerful business lesson from the classic Grimm Brothers tale Hansel and Gretel. In a world where small business owners are often underestimated—by competitors, customers, or even themselves—this story reveals a truth every entrepreneur needs to hear:

Your abilities aren’t defined by age, pedigree, or experience.
 They’re defined by resourcefulness, courage, and creativity.

Hansel and Gretel survived not because they were strong, wealthy, or experienced…
 but because they were clever, strategic, and bold enough to act.

In this episode, Anna breaks down:
 🔥 Why you must stop underestimating yourself
 🔥 How resourcefulness beats resources in small business
 🔥 How to think creatively when you feel stuck or “in the woods”
 🔥 The danger of letting others’ assumptions shape your confidence

Plus, Anna gives you three actionable steps to help you reclaim your confidence, lean into your strengths, and step boldly into your week.

If you’ve ever felt too small, too new, or too inexperienced to compete, this message will remind you of the truth:

You are far more capable than others—and even you—think.

🎙️ Tune in and let this episode ignite your confidence and entrepreneurial grit.

 #MondayMorningMotivation #SmallBusinessOwner #EntrepreneurMindset #WomenInBusiness #BusinessTips #SmallBusinessSurvival #EntrepreneurJourney #MindsetMatters #BusinessGrowth #SuccessMindset #Resourcefulness #Resilience #EntrepreneurLife 

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In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, Anna Steinfest shares a powerful story that every entrepreneur needs to hear — the tale of a humble hot dog seller who let someone else’s fear destroy his thriving business.

This episode dives into why good judgment matters more than education, expert opinions, or economic forecasts — and why small business owners must learn to trust their own data, their own customers, and their own instincts.

You’ll learn:
 🔥 How fear-based decisions quietly shrink your business
 🔥 Why “experts” can unintentionally derail your progress
 🔥 The difference between information and judgment
 🔥 The 3 action steps you can take this week to make stronger, more confident decisions

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself or pulled back because of what someone else said, this episode will give you the clarity and courage to think independently — and lead your business with confidence.

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#SmallBusinessSurvival #MondayMorningMotivation #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessConfidence #TrustYourGut #SmallBusinessOwner #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessGrowthTips #ThinkForYourself #AnnaSteinfest

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In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest revisits the timeless story of Little Red Riding Hood to explore how distractions can derail small business success.

Through this fable-inspired reflection, Anna shares three powerful focus-building strategies every small business owner can use to eliminate distractions, boost productivity, and stay aligned with their goals.

Don’t let the wolves of distraction steal your momentum — learn how to stay laser-focused on the path to growth and survival.

#MondayMotivation #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Focus #Productivity #Discipline #EntrepreneurMindset #SmallBusinessGrowth #TimeManagement #AnnaSteinfest #SmallBusinessSurvival

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In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest draws wisdom from Aesop’s timeless fable The Eagle and the Arrow to help small business owners recognize the hidden ways they self-sabotage.

Learn how distractions, broken promises, and burnout can quietly weaken your business from within — and discover three actionable strategies to protect your focus, integrity, and mindset so you can keep soaring toward success.

#MondayMotivation #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #MindsetMatters #Resilience #Focus #Integrity #EntrepreneurLife #SmallBusinessSurvival

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Feeling overwhelmed by social media? You’re not alone. In this quick Monday motivation episode, we break down 5 practical ways small business owners can stay visible online — without chasing trends or burning out.

From starting conversations to building your email list, these tips are designed to help solopreneurs and small teams focus on what actually works.

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 👉 Read the blog at: www.survivebizhub.org

#SmallBusinessTips #SocialMediaStrategy #SurviveBizHub

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In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest explores how small business owners can turn everyday attention into unstoppable customer loyalty.

Using the story of a once-beloved coffee shop that lost its personal touch, Anna reveals why people don’t leave businesses — they leave indifference. Learn three practical, proven strategies to deepen relationships, strengthen trust, and build a loyal customer base that lasts far beyond transactions.

#MondayMotivation #SmallBusiness #CustomerLoyalty #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #CustomerExperience #Retention #BrandTrust #SmallBusinessSurvival #CustomerService #AnnaSteinfest

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In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares a timeless leadership lesson from Dale Carnegie’s classic How to Win Friends and Influence People. Learn how empathy, humility, and emotional intelligence can transform how you lead your team, connect with customers, and handle conflict.

Discover how to replace arguments with influence, criticism with collaboration, and ego with effectiveness — because in business, the smartest person in the room is often the one who listens first.

#SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #DaleCarnegie #BusinessGrowth #MondayMotivation #EntrepreneurMindset #CommunicationSkills #SmallBusinessOwner