In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Dee Bowden about the common cash flow challenges small businesses face. They discuss the importance of sales and accounts receivable, strategies to avoid cash flow issues, and tips on preparing a proper invoice. Dee also shares her best business advice and the use of affirmations in the collection process.

(0:00) Introduction and Overview of SmallBizChat Podcast

(1:03) Announcement: "Become Your Own Boss" Online Course

(1:34) Cash Flow Challenges for Small Businesses

(3:25) Guest Introduction: Dee Bowden and her book "Collect the Cash"

(4:52) Importance of Sales and Accounts Receivable for Small Businesses

(7:24) Strategies to Avoid Cash Flow Issues

(10:19) Tips on Preparing a Proper Invoice

(13:02) Using Affirmations in the Collection Process

(15:07) Dee Bowden's Best Business Advice

(16:05) Sponsor: "Become Your Own Boss" Online Course

(16:44) Podcast Outro and Thanks for Listening Message

In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes Entrepreneur and Business Advisor, Michele Phillips. They discuss the challenges Phillips faced while owning a hair salon and spa, the top three challenges for business owners, and the importance of a tailored approach to business advising. They also delve into addressing business gaps, improving sales processes, and the value of entrepreneurial experience in business advising.

(0:00) Introduction to Financial Management in Small Businesses

(0:35) Welcome and Introduction by Melinda Emerson

(1:07) Sponsor: Become Your Own Boss Online Course

(1:39) Guest Introduction: Michelle Phillips, Entrepreneur and Business Advisor

(4:12) Challenges and Lessons from Owning a Hair Salon and Day Spa

(7:04) Top Three Challenges Faced by Business Owners

(9:35) Tailored Approach to Business Advising and Financial Planning

(11:22) Addressing Business Gaps and Improving Sales Processes

(13:00) Importance of Entrepreneurial Experience in a Business Advisor

(16:27) Value Over Cash in Business

(17:11) Announcement: Become Your Own Boss Online Course

(17:34) Podcast Closing and Appreciation

In this episode, Melinda Emerson, Curtis May, Shannon Hernandez, and Phil Gerbyshak engage in enlightening discussions about their favorite business podcasts and apps, share old school marketing tips, and recommend top business books. Highlighting "Disrupt You" by Jay Samit, they delve deep into strategies for business success.

(0:00) Introduction and Welcome by Melinda Emerson

(0:36) Sponsor: Melinda's BYOB course

(1:18) "Hit it and Quit it" Segment Introduction

(1:37) Favorite Business Podcasts Discussion

(2:54) Favorite Business Apps Discussion

(4:25) Old School Marketing Tips Discussion

(7:10) Best Business Books Discussion

(9:04) Book Recommendation: "Disrupt You" by Jay Samit

(10:28) Closing Remarks

(11:13) Sponsor: 12 Pieces of Running a Successful Business Master Class

In this episode, Melinda Emerson and Phil Gerbyshak delve into the world of high-tech, high-touch selling. They discuss sales enablement, favorite sales tools, and how to maintain a strong sales pipeline. The conversation also explores the importance of service culture and authenticity in business.

(0:00) Introduction to high-tech, high touch selling with Phil Gerbyshak

(0:56) Sponsor: Become Your Own Boss online course

(2:51) High-tech, high-touch selling discussion begins

(4:41) Explanation of sales enablement and favorite sales tools

(7:59) High touch selling in a high-tech world

(10:23) Building and maintaining a strong sales pipeline

(12:52) Importance of service over sales and building a service culture in business

(14:16) Authenticity in business: advice from Phil Gerbyshak

(15:00) Closing remarks and promotion of Melinda's masterclass

(15:57) Sponsor: Become Your Own Boss online course

(16:35) Episode closing

In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with financial planner, Curtis May. They delve into May's journey into financial planning and his belief in knowledge as a business asset. They discuss his unique cash flow mapping method, risks for small businesses, and his approach to financial freedom through his Money for Life Program. The discussion concludes with the best business advice May has received.

(0:00) Introduction and guest presentation: Curtis May

(1:21) Curtis May's journey into financial planning and importance of knowledge as a business asset

(5:59) Curtis May's cash flow mapping method and financial planning advice

(8:25) Retirement vehicles and financial risks for small businesses

(13:32) Curtis May's approach to financial freedom and Money for Life Program

(16:35) Best business advice Curtis May has ever received

(17:20) Final thoughts and conclusion of Curtis May's interview

(17:38) Sponsor: Become Your Own Boss 10-week online course

(18:05) Closing remarks and podcast outro

In this episode, Melinda Emerson converses with Shannon Hernandez, founder of the Joyful Business Revolution. They delve into the 'who', 'what', and 'when' of marketing, the importance of email marketing, and simplifying strategies. They discuss choosing the right platforms, content branding, mission-driven marketing, and emotional branding. The Love Your Leads framework is introduced, and retirement preparation is touched upon.

(0:00) Introduction of Shannon Hernandez and episode overview

(1:04) Sponsor: Melinda's live course for aspiring entrepreneurs

(3:22) Building long-term business success

(4:28) Guest introduction: Shannon Hernandez, founder of the Joyful Business Revolution

(6:17) Explanation of the Joyful Business Revolution and the 'who', 'what' and 'when' of marketing

(8:39) Importance of email marketing and simplifying marketing strategies

(12:49) Choosing the right platforms for your business and the three pillars of content branding

(15:04) Mission-driven marketing and emotional branding

(18:14) Strategy for follow-up after marketing and introduction to Love Your Leads framework

(19:47) Preparing for retirement and next week's preview

(20:06) Sponsor: Summer school course promotion

In this episode, Melinda Emerson discusses the importance of weathering the storm in business, the role of faith during challenging times, and the opportunities for learning and growth that arise from these situations. She also shares strategies for better resilience during business storms and announces the upcoming Brand in Demand Live conference.

(0:00) Introduction and reflections on weathering the storm

(1:25) Weathering the storm in business: Discussion and Importance

(4:28) Feeling alone and the role of faith during business storms

(7:32) Learning and Growth from business storms

(10:04) Strategies for better weathering the storm

(11:04) Announcement: Brand in Demand Live conference

(13:31) Closing remarks and podcast outro

In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by expert guests Melita Palmer, Christy Ford, and Tracey L. Gordon for a "Hit it or Quit it" panel. They share their favorite podcasts and business apps, along with marketing tips and book recommendations. The episode concludes with final thoughts and sponsor messages.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome

(0:35) Sponsor: Become Your Own Boss course

(1:04) Panel Guests Introduction: Melita Palmer, Christy Ford, and Tracey L. Gordon

(1:30) Start of the "Hit it or Quit it" Panel

(2:02) Discussion: Favorite Podcasts and Business Apps

(4:27) Discussion: Marketing Tips and Business Books

(6:52) Closing Remarks and Guest Thanks

(7:01) Sponsor: Small Business Lady University

(7:38) Final Thoughts and Sign Off

(8:03) Sponsor: Become Your Own Boss course Repromotion

(8:27) Podcast Outro

In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Tracey L. Gordon about the importance of making a will as a small business owner. They delve into when and how to prepare a will, listing assets correctly, and handling a business as an asset. They also discuss the role of an executor, the impact of home ownership, and share business wisdom. A free webinar and an email marketing course are also introduced.

(0:00) Introduction and Importance of Making a Will

(0:28) Sponsor: Company Name

(1:30) Guest Introduction: Tracey L. Gordon

(2:38) Tracey's Journey into Public Service and Role as the Register of Wills

(6:59) When and How to Prepare a Will

(10:18) Properly Listing Assets and Avoiding Probate Court

(12:22) Handling a Business as an Asset in a Will and the Importance of an Executor

(14:56) Best Business Advice and the Impact of Home Ownership

(15:41) Introduction to Small Bizlady University and Email Marketing Course

(15:58) Closing Remarks and Business Wisdom

(16:14) Free Webinar: "The Twelve Piece of Running a Successful Business"

(16:44) Closing Message and Invitation to Subscribe

In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Christy Ford about her entrepreneurial journey and the role of local small businesses in communities. They dive into the birth and growth of the Scout Guide, its transition from license to franchise, and managing diverse business franchises. Plus, they discuss future expansion plans for the Scout Guide.

(0:00) Introduction and Overview of the Episode

(1:43) Guest Introduction: Christy Ford's Entrepreneurial Journey

(2:53) Role of Local Small Businesses in Communities

(4:06) Birth and Growth of the Scout Guide

(7:15) Transitioning from License to Franchise: Process and Challenges

(9:15) Sponsor: Boss Quiz by Melinda Emerson

(14:56) Managing Franchisees and Dealing with Business Diversity

(16:23) Future Expansion Plans for the Scout Guide

(17:26) Wrap-up: Appreciation and Closing Remarks

(17:37) Sponsor: Small Bizlading University's Email Marketing Course

(18:15) Outro and Acknowledgement