John Calagaz took his hobby to the next level when he started applying his technology expertise to the wide world of fishing. He's organized it though apps, patents, and soon, a piece of hardware for your boat. They've created a way to compete in fishing tournaments remotely, using photos and codes to weigh in. They're sharing their data with fisheries who are using it to manage fish stocks. It's phenomenal. Prepare to be amazed.

Laura Stack - The Productivity Pro - Repurposing old products for new audiences. Getting busy now.

Nichole Patrick - Roberts Bros Realtors - Surprising number of home sales in times of Covid.

Boom & Zoom - Matt LeMond & Luke Peavy - Creative videos to bring attention to their O'Daly's Irish Pub pizzas.

Dan Coughlin - The Coughlin Company - Strategic Planning in times of uncertainty. Step by step advice.

Liz Freeman - Long's Human Resources - Temporary Staffing - who needs what out there today. Is her company a leading economic indicator?

Joe Toomey - Principal, Murphy High School - Motivation and Inspiration. We must come through this...changed.

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When Mary Beth visited market, buyers told her what they wanted. She listened, dummied up some bags using paper and tape, and about a year later she had 17,000 of her creations in storage around Fairhope, Alabama after a container arrived from China. It was Go Time. Today her bags and totes are available nationwide in boutique retailers as well as national department stores. It's a story of listening to your customer, methodical preparation, family support, and accepting a bit of risk. 

Guests:

Sid Sexton - Sexton Lawn and Landscaping - New employee and customer communication methods in tense times.

David Zach - Futurist - Fad, Trends, and Principles - How to think NOT about what is changing, but what things will never change.

Marquis Forge - "Congratulations, Cam, on your client telling you 'No.' Now go sharpen your saw."

Guests:

Patty Vanderpool - CEO - EAP Lifestyle Management - Managing fear and increasing TOV (threat of violence) upon returning to work.

Bill Kleinschrodt - President - Transworld Business Advisors - Businesses for sale due to Covid and generous assistance offered by SBA.

Jeff Roberts - Yellowhammer Coffee - Sales are UP!

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Chris Cockrell and his team are utilizing today's newest technologies to create some cool, very cool, things. From partnering with the "nanny to the stars", Nanny Connie via augmented reality, to creating training simulations for high-risk jobs at the top of cell towers using virtual reality, 3rd Realm Creations is pushing the limits of today's best, most innovative technologies. 

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Guests:

Nikki Morgan & James Taylor - Regions Bank - CARES Act and retirement funds. 

Dr Elizabeth Lombardo - Managing stress, recognizing the Red Zone, and taking time 3 times per day 5 mins each time.

Brad Israel - Motivation and Inspiration.

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Futurist Richard Worzel - Strategies for small business & "back-casting" to prepare for the return to normalcy.

Rebecca Byrne - Community Foundation of South Alabama - New grants available for non-profits.

Terry Richey - Associate Pastor, Spring Hill Baptist Church.

Both Jennifer Alford and Artious Walker succeeded in foodservice due to delicious food and a penchant for customer service. That was before the Covid economy brought everything to a screeching halt. Now they're fighting for survival. Jennifer and her husband run The August House Restaurant and have quickly adjusted to curbside service and are using social media to let their customers know they're open and they need the business. Artious Walker, with no permanent kitchen, is looking for answers.