In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Michelle Washington, founder of Women of More. They discuss the creation of the brand, empowerment of women, challenges faced by women business owners, and overcoming regrets. They also talk about the importance of commitment and positivity in business, future plans for Women of More, and share their favorite business tools and marketing tips.

(0:00) Introduction and guest presentation: Michelle Washington

(2:03) Discussion on Women of More brand creation and women's empowerment

(5:48) Discussion on challenges facing women business owners and overcoming regrets

(9:30) Sponsor: Fix Your Business book promotion

(10:32) Conversation on commitment and positivity in business

(13:23) Future plans for Women of More brand

(14:26) Favorite business tools and old school marketing tips

(15:30) Favorite podcasts and wrapping up

(16:12) Closing remarks and online contacts

(16:22) Final words and episode conclusion

Gleb Tsipursky joins me today to share where so many business leaders go wrong when it comes to making decisions for their business. He highlights five questions to ask yourself to avoid “decision disasters” and the role of cognitive biases when it comes to making business decisions. Gleb also discusses whether trusting your gut instinct is truly the right move, what the SWOT analysis is, and where people often go wrong when it comes to the SWOT analysis.

In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with disaster avoidance expert Gleb Tsipursky. They discuss why business owners shouldn't trust their gut when making decisions and explore Gleb's five questions to avoid decision disasters. They delve into techniques for effective decision making, understanding cognitive biases, and the importance of reviewing past mistakes. The conversation wraps up with Gleb's insights on the critical role of systems and processes in small businesses.

(0:00) Introduction to Small Biz Chat Podcast with Melinda Emerson

(1:08) Guest Introduction: Gleb Tsipursky, the Disaster Avoidance expert

(2:16) Topic: Why business owners shouldn't trust their gut when making decisions

(5:06) Topic: Gleb's five questions to avoid decision disasters

(6:27) Sponsor: Small Business Lady Intensive

(7:46) Topic: Techniques for effective decision making

(10:02) Topic: Understanding cognitive biases in decision making

(12:23) Topic: The importance of reviewing past mistakes and Gleb's recommendations

(13:05) Topic: Importance of systems and processes in small businesses

(14:06) Closing Remarks and Next Episode Teaser

Jane Atkinson joins me today to share insights on how professional speakers, both new and seasoned, can stay on track and keep their speaking platform fresh and compelling. She discusses how to effectively position yourself as a speaker, both topically and financially, as well as how speaking can be a powerful marketing tool. She shares the common stumbling blocks many public speakers experience while building their speaking platform and how your published books can work in conjunction with your public speeches. Jane also highlights different revenue models and pathways to grow your speaking brand.

In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Jane Atkinson, a leading figure in the speaking industry. They discuss the steps to becoming a professional speaker, understanding speaking fees, and the role of a book in a speaker's career. They also explore various revenue models for speakers, including branded events and retreats, and provide tips for rejuvenating a seasoned speaker's career. Jane shares her top business recommendations.

(0:00) Introduction and mission of the SmallBizChat Podcast

(1:29) Guest introduction: Jane Atkinson and her role in the speaking industry

(3:13) Steps to becoming a professional speaker and the importance of strategy

(6:27) Understanding speaking fees and marketing for professional speakers

(9:20) The role of a book in a speaker's career: Strategies and timing

(13:22) Sponsor message

(14:01) Revenue models for speakers: Expanding beyond keynotes

(15:29) Branded events and retreats: A new revenue model for speakers

(16:47) Rejuvenating a seasoned speaker's career: Reinvention and content delivery

(18:09) Jane Atkinson's business recommendations: Podcast, app, and book

(19:46) Closing remarks, acknowledgments, and final thoughts from Melinda Emerson

Kelvin Joseph joins me today to discuss his insights on marketing and the importance of adding value to your customers by having a clear and compelling value proposition. Kelvin shares the importance of authenticity, the power of social selling, and why it is essential to find your niche and position yourself as an expert. Kelvin also shares how he utilized LinkedIn to elevate his brand and how small business owners can more effectively engage with their LinkedIn connections.

In this episode, Melinda Emerson and Kelvin Joseph discuss the evolution of marketing, emphasizing authenticity. They explore leveraging AI, big data, and social selling for small business growth, and effective LinkedIn strategies. They also delve into influencer and event marketing, audience development secrets, and share their best business advice, favorite podcasts, apps, and books.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome

(2:29) Discussion on the evolution of marketing and the importance of authenticity

(4:41) Leveraging AI, big data, and social selling for small business growth

(10:15) Strategies for effective use of LinkedIn in small businesses

(13:01) Sponsor: Book Promotion

(14:02) The role of influencer and event marketing in business growth

(16:06) Secrets to successful audience development in event marketing

(17:02) Best business and marketing advice, favorite podcast, business app, and books

(18:42) Closing remarks and gratitude

(19:11) End of episode

Thelma Ekiyor joins me today to share her insights on starting a business in Africa, specifically in Nigeria. She discusses how the financial landscape plays a role and some of the additional challenges faced by aspiring female entrepreneurs in Africa. Thelma also highlights her initiatives with The Funding Space, including the Youth Innovation Challenge, and the importance of cross-continental investments and collaboration.

In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Thelma Ekiyor about her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs globally, and the difficulties of starting businesses in Africa. They explore alternative lending solutions and discuss an upcoming funding event in Nigeria. Ekiyor also shares her favorite business book.

(0:00) Introduction to the SmallBizChat podcast and episode focus

(1:47) Guest Introduction: Thelma Ekiyor’s entrepreneurial journey

(3:40) Challenges and barriers faced by women entrepreneurs worldwide

(5:43) Difficulties and solutions for starting businesses in Africa

(8:34) Alternative lending solutions for businesses

(10:26) Upcoming funding event in Nigeria

(11:32) Thelma Ekiyor's favorite business book

(12:21) Conclusion and closing remarks by Melinda Emerson

Steve Dailey joins me today to share the “secrets” you need to generate more money and scale your small business to 7-figures. He discusses the distinction between being employed by your company and truly leading the company and why it is crucial to take a hard look at how attached you are as an owner. Steve also highlights the first steps to consider if you want to build a million-dollar business and whether 7-figure growth truly is possible for your brand.