By Hilary Corna
Join host Hilary Corna, Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker and Process Improvement Consultant as she explores the boundaries of work, process, and culture. Ditch the status quo, gain fresh perspec
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Ever wondered what it takes to thrive in the luxury resale market?
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of luxury resale with Courtney Watkins, the owner of a luxury research brand and the innovative marketplace "Mind and Yours." We explore the dynamics of buying, selling, and trading luxury accessories and clothing, discussing the unique challenges and opportunities within this growing industry. From the importance of the in-store shopping experience to what sets their brand apart from competitors, Courtney Watkins shares invaluable insights for anyone interested in the luxury resale market. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind curating high-end selections and creating a memorable shopping experience!
TIMESTAMPS
[00:30] Mine & Yours: Who is Courtney Watkins?
[02:35] Dealing with Competition.
[05:19] The Fun Side of the Second-Hand Luxury Business
[06:10] Physical Store vs. Online Shopping
[08:13] What Makes Mine & Yours Different?
[12:40] The Numbers Behind the Resale Business
[16:41] Future Vision for Mind and Yours
[17:26] Learning from the Entrepreneur Master Program
[19:12] Retail Processes Explained
ABOUT COURTNEY WATKINS
Courtney Watkins is the owner of Mine & Yours, Vancouver’s premiere Luxury Resale boutique. She got her start in fashion At 17 when she moved to LA to go to The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. Her experience in LA ranged from working at a small boutique in Beverly Hills, a trend forecasting company and working as Paula Abdul’s personal assistant. After moving back to Vancouver in 2011, Courtney and her business partner realized that there was an opportunity in the Vancouver market for a new business that valued sustainability, interpersonal relationships and luxury fashion. The dream was to foster a community of women who invest in themselves- and their closets. The business plan was a bright, vibrant and welcoming luxury secondhand boutique in busy downtown Vancouver. Five years in, Mine & Yours has grown into a booming business with a strong, kick-ass community of clients
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Do you find it hard when life changes all your plans? It’s time to start seeing things from another perspective.
Life has curious ways to teach us new lessons. In this episode, I share a hard and special moment in my life that changed my whole year and taught me how processes can be applied in every area of our lives.
Don't miss out on this episode - turn the hard moments of life into knowledge, motivation, and improvement.
TIME STAMPS
[01:50] Why do I do this podcast?
[02:30] The moment that changed my whole year
[04:20] My (slow) comeback
[05:20] Life’s lesson: Put what matters first, and the rest later
[08:20] Surrender to the process, be constant to get the results you want
In the early months of 2024, we proudly present our latest episode—a curated anthology of impactful conversations from the last quarter. This compilation offers an immersion into diverse perspectives shared by guests, encapsulating the essence of our podcast.
We invite you to explore these snippets and learn how to embrace process in your organization. Your insights are invaluable, so please consider leaving a review and sharing your thoughts. We want to hear from you!
TIMESTAMPS
[00:28] Greg Eisen
[06:05] Jessica Fialkovich
[10:57] Billy Bosch
[18:23] Jordan Passman
[22:10] Natasha Miller
In this episode, explore the world of business exits with Jessica Fialkovich, owner of Exit Factor, a business exit expert.
Learn from Jessica's entrepreneurial journey, from running a wine boutique to creating the Exit Factor model. Discover the keys to increasing a company's value and the common mistakes owners make when exiting.
Get valuable advice and insights on starting the exit process and debunking myths about exiting a company.
TIME STAMPS
[01:34] Entrepreneurial Beginnings: The Wine Boutique Journey.
[04:57] What is the Exit Factor Model?
[08:03] How to Improve My Company Value.
[11:00] Top Questions About Business Exit.
[15:19] Biggest Mistakes Owners Make When Exiting.
ABOUT JESSICA FIALKOVICH
Jessica Fialkovich is an exit expert, best selling author, speaker, small business advocate, and award-winning business owner. The founder of Exit Factor, she is also the co-owner of Transworld Business Advisors in Colorado, Dallas, and Las Vegas. Jessica is an entrepreneur at heart and successfully built and sold two startups, along with her husband and business partner, Al. With Transworld, they run the business brokerage firm that does the most M&A transactions annually for small and medium-sized businesses. She is also active in the entrepreneurial community, including Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO). She resides between Dallas, TX and Denver, CO.
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In this episode, meet Natasha Miller, CEO of Entire Productions. From envisioning a career in performance art to leading a multi-million-dollar entertainment production company.
Explore the secrets behind their success, including branding prowess and streamlined processes. Discover Natasha's insights on marketing, continuous improvement, and the human touch in business.
Learn from her experiences, what she's proud of in her company, and gain invaluable advice for entrepreneurs.
TIME STAMPS
[00:29] Natasha Miller Secret to Success
[05:32] The Impact of Processes
[22:26] How Bad Marketing Affects You Business
[23:56] Company Achievements and Innovations
[28:16] Defining Success Beyond Personal History
[31:10] Where to Find Natasha's Book
[31:49] Life-Changing Experience as Entrepreneur
[33:47] Advice for Entrepreneurs
ABOUT NATASHA MILLER
Natasha Miller, CEO of Entire Productions, a three-time Inc. 5000 recipient, and author of Relentless, joins Eric on today’s podcast. Natasha’s book, Entitled, tells the story of her life.
In this episode, we delve into Jordan Passman's journey as the founder and CEO of Score a Score, uncovering his path into entrepreneurship.
His business, driven by aiding musicians in showcasing their music in films and series, addresses a significant need. Jordan shares engaging stories, highlights music's influence in daily life, and debunks common misconceptions about music production.
TIME STAMPS
[07:09] How Music Production for Big Companies is Like.
[10:46] The Impact of Music in Daily Life.
[17:46] Debunking the Myth of Music Production.
[20:57] Applying the Power of Process.
[26:42] Insights and Tips for Entrepreneurs.
ABOUT JORDAN PASSMAN
Jordan is the founder and CEO of Score a Score. Since starting the company in 2010, Score a Score has paid out millions of dollars to its roster of independent artists, and has worked on thousands of projects for clients across all mediums.
The company represents a global lineup of 300-plus diverse composers and a curated catalog of 70,000 tracks. Recent work includes campaigns for Microsoft, Verizon, Apple, MasterCard, TikTok, McDonald's, Disney, Meta, Google, Taco Bell and LinkedIn, blockbuster trailers for major film studios, and music supervision for Netflix, Amazon, Hulu and HBO.
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In this episode, join us as we unravel the story behind Iconic, the e-commerce giant renowned for its zero sugar proteins, led by founder Billy Bosch.
Explore the essence of standing out in a saturated market, emphasizing the crucial importance of identifying what sets your brand apart. Moreover, delve into an intriguing discussion about entrepreneurs' values, personal growth, and the lasting financial legacy they aim to leave.
Tune in for a fascinating conversation into the realms of branding, entrepreneurship, and the impact of personal and organizational alignment.
TIME STAMPS
[01:37] Discovering Iconic: Empowering Lives with Protein.
[04:41] Evolving into an E-commerce Brand.
[09:28] Driving Website Traffic and Influencer Marketing Insights.
[12:20] Competing in a Crowded Market.
[16:54] Aligning Organizational and Personal Values.
[23:23] The entrepreneurs' DNA.
[35:54] Advice on Branding and Company Building.
ABOUT BILLY BOSCH
Billy Bosch is the Founder of ICONIC Protein, a brand that helps people reach their iconic bodies as they find it and leave the planet better than they found it. Billy is a subject matter expert when it comes to simplifying the understanding of health and wellness. Shop at http://www.drinkiconic.com/
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Today, Hilary sits down with Greg Eisen, a seasoned entrepreneur and Petra business coach.
Greg emphasizes the significance of tailored processes that align with your company's mission and vision. He also highlights the crucial role of CEOs in staying connected to the front line of their business, even while delegating tasks.
Prepare to elevate your business game and unlock the potential of purpose, accountability, and alignment for sustainable growth! Tune in and buckle up as we unlock thrilling strategies for sustainable business growth, courtesy of the amazing Greg Eisen.
TIME STAMPS
[05:55] Breaking through: transforming companies with scaling up.
[12:54] Striving for excellence: the key to success.
[13:36] Excellence vs quality: unveiling the true measure of success.
[18:24] CEO's pulse: systematizing processes for efficiency.
[26:55] Teams embracing processes vs teams that don't.
[36:21] Valuable advice for ceos: the power of reading and lean principles.
ABOUT GREG EISEN
Gregory Eisen is an entrepreneurial coach at Petra’s and a seasoned business leader known for his success in building profitable start-ups and implementing innovative strategies across diverse industries.
He emphasizes customer experience, scalable systems, top-tier advisors, and purpose-driven cultures as the keys to achieving growth and fulfillment.
With over 25 years of experience, Greg now focuses on helping others apply these principles to their businesses and personal lives.
If you enjoyed hearing from Greg Eisen on our podcast and want to stay connected with him, be sure to follow him on his social media channels! You can find him on:
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Unlock your potential and make a difference in your life. Register for our impactful workshop at https://hilarycorna.com/workshop/ and start making progress today!
In this episode, we're diving into the role of training development and its significance within the PDCA process.
Today, our focus is on the fundamental step of training development and how it plays a role in providing teams with essential skills and knowledge, enhancing our business's day-to-day operations.
Furthermore, we will explore strategic facets of training development, such as tailoring content to specific audiences and synchronizing training schedules with the "Go Live" date.
Don't miss out on discovering how effective training development can elevate your business. Tune in now!
TIME STAMPS:
[2:29] Understanding the PDCA process.
[3:59] Role of training development in the "Do" phase.
[5:20] Identifying training needs.
[8:55] Duration of training development and post-training actions.
14:32] How to develop a training plan.
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Want to boost your business success? Start with your employees!
Building a positive and productive relationship with your workforce is key to success in today's cutthroat market. But how can you achieve this? By implementing processes that foster communication, collaboration, and transparency within your organization. And who better to guide you than Krystyn Sadler, President of Mosaic Consulting Group?
In this podcast episode, Krystyn shares her expert insights and practical tips for using processes to create a more engaged and productive workforce. Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve your relationships with both your employees and customers. Tune in now!
TIME STAMPS
[07:16] What does Mosaic Consulting Group do?
[09:47] The importance of Human Resources in companies.
[12:17] How can Human Resources processes be improved?
[14:18] Using processes to solve internal company chaos.
[21:44] A happy employee makes a happy customer.
[24:51] The changes seen before and after implementing processes.
[38:00] How to incorporate tools into processes.
[41:08] Connect with Krystyn.
ABOUT KRYSTYN SADLER
Krystyn Sadler is the President of Mosaic Consulting Group. Previously, she held the position of Vice President of Culture and People Warrior, where she was responsible for all aspects of Mosaic's team experience, including culture, employee engagement, benefits and compensation, talent management, and HR programs. As President, Krystyn combines her passion for human resources with a data-driven approach to meet Mosaic's business needs and support company values.
If you enjoyed hearing from Krystyn Sadler on our podcast and want to stay connected with her, be sure to follow her on her social media channels! You can find her on:
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Unlock your potential and make a difference in your life. Register for our impactful workshop at https://hilarycorna.com/workshop/ and start making progress today!
The podcast currently has 112 episodes available.