From Cold Call to Great Conversation: My Interview on OC Talk Radio
A few weeks ago, I received a cold call.
Now, most of us brace ourselves when we hear that phrase, but this one turned into something amazing.
Let’s Talk Business with Summer Swinson: Why Every Young Professional Should Start Networking Early
Last week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Summer Swinson, founder of Electric Teal Creative Agency and Rose & Hustle, and a powerhouse in building community through intentional networking. We first crossed paths through Emerge Broward, an incredible organization helping young professionals in South Florida connect, grow, and thrive.
Let’s Talk Business: Dr. Cory Singer on Celebrating Wins and Staying Energized in Entrepreneurship
Owning a small business can sometimes feel like being on an island. You’re juggling multiple responsibilities, showing up for your clients, managing your team, and trying to keep the passion alive, often with little time to step back and reflect.
Let’s Talk Business: Why Improv Might Be the Secret Weapon Your Business Needs
Most entrepreneurs know how to hustle. We build the product, manage the team, pitch the client, and answer the 7 p.m. emails. But what happens when we get thrown a curveball, when a client changes the scope mid-call, or a networking opportunity demands quick thinking? That’s where improv comes in.
Let’s Talk Business: Time Management Isn’t Just a Skill, It’s a Survival Strategy
When you run your own business, you quickly realize that time is either your greatest ally, or your biggest enemy. You can have the best services, amazing clients, and the passion to make it work, but without effective time management and prioritization, it’s all too easy to feel like you’re spinning your wheels.
Let’s Talk Business: Why Choosing the Right CRM Can Make or Break Your Business
Running a business today requires more than just great ideas and hard work, you need the right systems in place to stay organized, grow efficiently, and keep your customers happy. One of the most critical tools for achieving this? A Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
Let’s Talk Business: Balancing Business & Well-Being
As entrepreneurs, we pride ourselves on being go-getters, problem solvers, and visionaries. However, what happens when stress and burnout creep in? Without prioritizing our well-being, the very business we’ve worked so hard to build can start to suffer.
Let’s Talk Business: Process Mapping
When was the last time you truly examined how you spend your time? Whether you’re running a business, managing a team, or just trying to juggle daily responsibilities, your processes dictate your success. If you constantly feel overwhelmed, struggle to prioritize, or get caught up in inefficiencies, it’s time to map things out.
Let’s Talk Business: The Power of Connection
In the latest episode of Let’s Talk Business, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Katherine Robinette, a keynote speaker and consultant specializing in company culture, change management, and employee engagement. We discussed the power of word-of-mouth referrals, overcoming entrepreneurial challenges, and the importance of building a strong support system.
Overcoming Small Talk: Building Genuine Connections for Better Sales
We’ve all been there, standing in a networking event, business card in hand, stuck in yet another surface-level conversation about the weather or how bad traffic was getting to the venue. Small talk can feel like a necessary evil, but what if I told you that skipping the superficial and diving deeper could help you build stronger relationships and close more sales?
