The Bus Bench Podcast

My guest Michelle and I discuss attracting your ideal client and setting boundaries.

Follow Michelle on instagram: @micnicremote

Michelle's Website:

Host Information:

Dana Graham

Winnipeg Realtor

Century 21 Bachman & Assoc

360 McMillan Ave Winnipeg

[email protected]

Instagram: @realtor_graham

Website: https://dana-graham.c21.ca/

Cathy Davis is a program Architect with Strategic Coach and also sits on the Board of Directors.

In this episode, Cathy and I discuss the numerous mental barriers that business owners and entrepreneurs face, and how to overcome them.

Natalia and I discuss managing family, business and also passions and hobbies.

About Natalia:

Natalia is the Owner of Westside Dental Group - a boutique dental office in the heart of Charleswood. She is passionate about helping people overcome their fear of going to the dentist.

Natalia Longley is also the creator of The Mom Moment. A social media space dedicated to joyful parenting strategies and inspiration for daily home life. She is on a mission to help fellow moms not just survive motherhood, but thrive.

Away from the office Natalia loves spending time with her two children, three dogs, and lovely husband. Whenever they can, they love to escape to the mountains to ski, or find a beach to soak up the sun.

Links:

Instagram: @themom.moment

Website: https://westsidedentalgroup.ca/

About your Host Dana Graham:

Dana Graham is a Winnipeg Realtor with a passion for business systems and maximizing productivity so that we can enjoy life more as business owners! She has been a real estate agent for 7 years. Dana has a Bachelor’s degree in Political Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies. She worked for a market research company before she became a Realtor in 2016.

Alongside her career she’s always been interested in creating community and roots around her- she created the Donuts + Downpayments event for first time home buyers to bring people together who are in a similar stage in life and to educate buyers BEFORE they begin their journey into purchasing. 

She hosts The Bus Bench Podcast to discuss how to create systems or maximize our productivity in our business, while also enjoying life. 

Links:

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/thebusbenchpodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/realtor_graham/

Website:

https://dana-graham.c21.ca/

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVVP-N-LhikG3pOtWdq-pjg

Welcome to Episode 1 Season 2 with Christina Kroeker! In this episode Christina and I discuss the journey to get to know yourself in order to create systems and processes to enjoy life and free up mind space!

Here's a bit about Christina:

I am a creative turned solopreneur. Photography was my entry into both the creative realm and the business realm as an adult, but I’ve been using creative modalities to explore and express myself since I was old enough to hold a pencil. I can’t imagine a life that doesn’t include artistic expression and so it was a necessity that I leverage my inspiration to create the life I want.

Ten years into my business, Christina W. Kroeker Creative, my creativity and my business acumen are so intertwined that one cannot exist without the other. I use my creativity to build this business, which in turn supports the art I want to put out into the world.

My business has never been just about the money; it is about creating a better life, creating a better me, and creating a better world. This means that my business is built on a foundation of core values that inform and direct the decisions I make for my business from daily operations to marketing. Entrepreneurship has offered me a freedom that other career paths couldn’t; the freedom to meld together my passion and purpose.

I believe that the world needs imaginative, intuitive, and impatient creative minds that are grounded in their values and have the capacity they need to create the life they want. This is where a new era of Christina W. Kroeker Creative has come in. I want to coach other creatives who are ready to create their way into a better world.

Links for Christina Kroeker:

Instagram: @Christinawkroeker

@cwk_weddings

Website: https://www.christinawkroeker.com/wedding-photography

Hosted By Dana Graham

Winnipeg Realtor at Century 21 Bachman & Assoc

360 McMillan Ave Winnipeg MB

Links for the Host, Dana Graham:

Website: https://dana-graham.c21.ca/

Instagram: @realtor_graham

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVVP-N-LhikG3pOtWdq-pjg

Do you think marketing should be funny and memorable, or reflect your business's values? In episode 9, Sarah Anderson joins me to discuss whether funny tag lines are the best way to go!

🔑  ABOUT GUEST SARAH ANDERSON:

Sarah Anderson is the manager of business development for Bockstael Construction, a 110 year old, family owned construction company in Manitoba. She spent her career working in marketing, economic development, and real estate development prior to joining the family business in May 2020.

Side note/fun fact: In 2012, when Bockstael Construction celebrated it's centennial, we adopted the tagline "Manitoba's Builder"⠀⠀

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahbockstaelanderson/

Website: https://bockstael.com/

🔑  ABOUT THE HOST:

Dana Graham

Realtor & Team Lead with the Graham Andersen Group

Century 21 Bachman & Assoc. | 360 McMillan Ave 

Winnipeg MB

🔑 Subscribe for the newest videos! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@grahamandersengroup

🔑 RESOURCES:

FREE Guide for Home Buyers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/j1t

FREE Guide for Home Sellers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/ipl

📩 Get our monthly newsletter for present & future homeowners in Winnipeg ➡️ https://mailchi.mp/b2c17aa913a2/youtube

🤳See behind the scenes of business & life on Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

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🔑 JOIN THE FUN:

📸 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealtorGrahamC21

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🔑 p.s. Ready to work together to sell or buy a home? 

Learn from our popular Donuts & Down Payments series for first-time homebuyers! Check out https://www.donutsanddownpayments.ca/ for the next available dates.

Work directly with us for all your real estate needs. Email [email protected] or text 204-396-4610

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In episode 8, I chat with Jessica, Owner of Eleven Wealth & Investment Advisor with Wellington Altus, about how business owners can utilize debt & money.

🔑  ABOUT GUEST JESSICA KEUS:

As an investment advisor and founder of Eleven Wealth, I offer clients a one-to-one, personalized experience that enables you to talk openly about your goals, expand your understanding, and feel confident in your financial plan — preserving and growing your wealth into a lasting legacy.

My approach involves more than just a tailored investment strategy. It’s built on trust and consistent communication, a warm and welcoming environment, and advice that makes sense to you: as easy as it needs to be, and as complicated as you want it to be.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleven.wealth/

Website: www.elevenwealth.ca

🔑  ABOUT THE HOST:

Dana Graham

Realtor & Team Lead with the Graham Andersen Group

Century 21 Bachman & Assoc. | 360 McMillan Ave 

Winnipeg MB

🔑 Subscribe for the newest videos! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@grahamandersengroup

🔑 RESOURCES:

FREE Guide for Home Buyers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/j1t

FREE Guide for Home Sellers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/ipl

📩 Get our monthly newsletter for present & future homeowners in Winnipeg ➡️ https://mailchi.mp/b2c17aa913a2/youtube

🤳See behind the scenes of business & life on Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

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🔑 JOIN THE FUN:

📸 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealtorGrahamC21

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🔑 p.s. Ready to work together to sell or buy a home? 

Learn from our popular Donuts & Down Payments series for first-time homebuyers! Check out https://www.donutsanddownpayments.ca/ for the next available dates.

Work directly with us for all your real estate needs. Email [email protected] or text 204-396-4610

From pre-approval to final purchase, choosing a home can be quite a journey. Even when you’re a realtor! In this episode, I share the multiple stops and starts that happened during my own home search and I explain why we were my worst client!

🔑  ABOUT THE HOST:

Dana Graham

Realtor & Team Lead with the Graham Andersen Group

Century 21 Bachman & Assoc. | 360 McMillan Ave 

Winnipeg MB

🔑 Subscribe for the newest videos! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@grahamandersengroup

🔑 RESOURCES:

FREE Guide for Home Buyers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/j1t

FREE Guide for Home Sellers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/ipl

📩 Get our monthly newsletter for present & future homeowners in Winnipeg ➡️ https://mailchi.mp/b2c17aa913a2/youtube

🤳See behind the scenes of business & life on Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

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🔑 JOIN THE FUN:

📸 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealtorGrahamC21

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🔑 p.s. Ready to work together to sell or buy a home? 

Learn from our popular Donuts & Downpayments series for first-time homebuyers! Check out https://www.donutsanddownpayments.ca/ for the next available dates.

Work directly with us for all your real estate needs. Email [email protected] or text 204-396-4610

Wondering what’s so great about our city? A lot of Winnipeggers want to move away after high school, and a good many actually do leave for a while. Even though we intend to leave permanently, a lot of us come back to the dry cold. 😉

In episode 6, I chat with Charmaine, founder and CEO of Strategic Charm, about what she loves about Winterpeg, why she still chooses to live here, and what attractions she feels are braggable about our city.

🔑  ABOUT GUEST CHARMAINE JENNINGS:

Founder and CEO of Strategic Charm, Charmaine is a social media and marketing executive who helps businesses connect with dream clients and customers online. Her agency helps clients find their voice and define their message so they can confidently and strategically communicate their passion for their industry, the work they do and the value of their offers. Charmaine is also the founder of Hustle + Charm – a community of women in business who come together for support in life and entrepreneurship.

🔑  ABOUT THE HOST:

Dana Graham

Realtor & Team Lead with the Graham Andersen Group

Century 21 Bachman & Assoc. | 360 McMillan Ave 

Winnipeg MB

🔑 Subscribe for the newest videos! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@grahamandersengroup

🔑 RESOURCES:

FREE Guide for Home Buyers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/j1t

FREE Guide for Home Sellers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/ipl

📩 Get our monthly newsletter for present & future homeowners in Winnipeg ➡️ https://mailchi.mp/b2c17aa913a2/youtube

🤳See behind the scenes of business & life on Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

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🔑 JOIN THE FUN:

📸 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealtorGrahamC21

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🔑 p.s. Ready to work together to sell or buy a home? 

Learn from our popular Donuts & Downpayments series for first-time homebuyers! Check out https://www.donutsanddownpayments.ca/ for the next available dates.

Work directly with us for all your real estate needs. Email [email protected] or text 204-396-4610

Have you ever struggled to hire/ fire employees? My guest Jessica Willis and I discuss how to get the hiring process right and find the right fit for your business the first time.

🔑  ABOUT GUEST JESSICA WILLIS:

Jess Willis is a Partner at Summit Search Group, a leading executive and professional recruitment firm with offices across Canada. Jessica builds strong partnerships with organizations who are looking for strategic talent insight and growth. For Jess, recruitment is more than marketing opportunities, and aligning interests. It's about driving business growth, and ensuring that others feel appreciated, engaged and challenged in a new opportunity. Her passion for storytelling and collaboration has her working closely with top clients in the prairies, and coaching professionals at senior and professional levels. Jessica partners in a variety of industries, but specializes in tech, insurance, finance and construction at all senior levels.

Jess brings a high-energy disposition, combined with a proven 15-year track record specializing in sales strategy, brand and marketing, sales training, professional development and business development. She is passionate about connecting with women, and entrepreneurs, as there is so much value in sharing experiences, and building each other up for ultimate success. She was born and raised in Winnipeg, Mom of 2, food lover, and home design fanatic. Jess enjoys camping, fair weather, skiing, and is a fan of binge-watching mindless TV.

🔑  ABOUT THE HOST:

Dana Graham

Realtor & Team Lead with the Graham Andersen Group

Century 21 Bachman & Assoc. | 360 McMillan Ave 

Winnipeg MB

🔑 Subscribe for the newest videos! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@grahamandersengroup

🔑 RESOURCES:

FREE Guide for Home Buyers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/j1t

FREE Guide for Home Sellers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/ipl

📩 Get our monthly newsletter for present & future homeowners in Winnipeg ➡️ https://mailchi.mp/b2c17aa913a2/youtube

🤳See behind the scenes of business & life on Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

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🔑 JOIN THE FUN:

📸 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealtorGrahamC21

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🔑 p.s. Ready to work together to sell or buy a home? 

Learn from our popular Donuts & Downpayments series for first-time homebuyers! Check out https://www.donutsanddownpayments.ca/ for the next available dates.

Work directly with us for all your real estate needs. Email [email protected] or text 204-396-4610

When you first start a business or start out as an entrepreneur, everybody feels the compulsion to give you advice - whether they're business owners or not.

This week I chat with Leilah Perchaluk, founder and driving force of Knew House, about how she’s handled both solicited and unsolicited opinions of those around us as she’s built her business.

🔑  ABOUT GUEST LEILAH PERCHALUK:

Leilah Perchaluk is a passionate entrepreneur who has found herself in industries that she never thought possible. Leilah is the Founder and driving force of Knew House, a private members club for female entrepreneurs and executives. Her mission is to make entrepreneurship less lonely for women through deep and trusted connection. 

Looking back, it’s easy for her to connect the dots and see her experiences align with where she went next. But, moving through her journey from archaeology to insurance, and now to female entrepreneurship support, it didn’t always feel like things were going according to plan. Her unique abilities in event planning, marketing, and relationship building has allowed her to trust her gut, go against the grain, and share her passion of business, and connection with countless individuals. 

In her free time, Leilah volunteers her time as a Board Member for the DASCH Foundation, and the Balmoral Hall Foundation. She spends time with her family, friends, exploring her downtown neighborhood, and watching drama unfold on Real Housewives. 

🔑  ABOUT THE HOST:

Dana Graham

Realtor & Team Lead with the Graham Andersen Group

Century 21 Bachman & Assoc. | 360 McMillan Ave 

Winnipeg MB

🔑 Subscribe for the newest videos! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@grahamandersengroup

🔑 RESOURCES:

FREE Guide for Home Buyers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/j1t

FREE Guide for Home Sellers ➡️ https://www.backatyou.com/lp/1267E4E5-BD49-4DB3-AF1F-D2B8D25EBC4D/ipl

📩 Get our monthly newsletter for present & future homeowners in Winnipeg ➡️ https://mailchi.mp/b2c17aa913a2/youtube

🤳See behind the scenes of business & life on Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

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🔑 JOIN THE FUN:

📸 Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegrahamandersengroup/

💻 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealtorGrahamC21

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🔑 p.s. Ready to work together to sell or buy a home? 

Learn from our popular Donuts & Downpayments series for first-time homebuyers! Check out https://www.donutsanddownpayments.ca/ for the next available dates.

Work directly with us for all your real estate needs. Email [email protected] or text 204-396-4610