The Business Blend for Small Businesses

In this Episode, I have a conversation with a sustainable retail shop owner. As the founder of Valhalla, Danielle believes that a healthy environment is essential for the future of our planet.  Grounded in this belief, Valhalla was formed to provide her shopping customers with sustainable options where they can live the ultimate fantasy; a limitless closet, full of possibilities while also doing good for the environment. Please welcome Danielle!

In today’s episode, I have a conversation with an e-waste recycling company about the importance of residents & businesses to properly recycle their computers and other electronics. Dell Rabinowitz and her husband Greg established Urban E-Recycling in Tampa, FL from their garage in 2012. With just a $1K investment, they have grown to become a leader in proper electronic recycling in the Tampa Bay area.

In this episode, I share that I'm back from my hiatus. Thank you for hanging in there. I appreciate you and hope that you'll continue with me into 2020. I took a break to focus on my business Hawk Business Group and to refocus on the true mission of what I wanted for the podcast. I love sharing what I'm learning, mistakes, frustrations, and wins. I want to also invite others onto the show to share their stories and experiences of small business ownership. Thank you for joining me on this journey.

When you proactively document your property, you will be prepared for a disaster. I have a conversation with an inventory professional to help educate and share information about the importance of documenting all of your personal and business property. Documentation is not fun, but having an inventory of your property WILL make your experience easier, manageable and defend-able should you ever need to provide it to an insurance company or attorney.

In Episode 17, I have a conversation with trademark attorney Michelle Wilson Murphy, Esq to discuss the importance of having a sound contract with your customers, partners, vendors and independent contractors. We discuss pitfalls, misconceptions, and must-haves of any business contract.

In Episode 16, I have a conversation with a social media professional where we talk specifically about using Instagram and LinkedIn to help promote and grow your business audience.

Topic: Let's Talk Cybersecurity!

In this episode, I celebrate October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a discussion on cybersecurity. I have a conversation with founders Adam Sheffield and Chris Machowski of The Undercroft. The Undercroft is a member-driven cybersecurity guild and development center located in historic Ybor City, a neighboring city of Tampa FL. The Undercroft offers a secure workspace, tailored resources, and security-focused programming for individuals and organizations.

In Episode 13, I talk with Pearl Prather is the owner of Mystikal Scents, a metaphysical retail shop specializing in Pagan and Wiccan items and holistic healing modalities that include incense, oils, candles, crystals, herbs, tarot cards, jewelry, teas and much more. 

Pearl is celebrating 13 years in business this October operating her metaphysical retail store. Learn about her specialty items & services and how she started her business!

Website Basics and Digital Marketing Tips

Guest Interview with Sami Bedell-Mulhern

In Episode 12, I talk with Sami Bedell-Mulhern, a digital marketing professional. She talks about the basics of what a simple website you need to get started. We also talked about video testimonials, blogs, and other tips to get your online marketing going.

In Episode 11, I talk with Felicia Marshall of The Meet Suite. She is an event planner and organizer who shares her story of how she transitioned from a corporate job while operating her side hustle. Then, taking her side hustle full time and later pivoting her business in a new direction. Find & follow her business on Facebook, Instagram and visit her new website at @TheMeetSuite