HeyJaredThe SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
A series focused on small business advice and strategies, by Melinda Emerson, known as "SmallBizLady", discussing various aspects of entrepreneurship and small business management. Get insights from experts about topics relevant to small business owners.
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How Global Artisans Are Building Scalable Brands with Susan Hull Walker (opens the original)
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In this episode of The SmallBizChat, Melinda Emerson welcomes Susan Hall Walker to discuss the inspiring journey behind the Ibu Movement and its impact on artisan networks. Susan shares the origins of Ibu and how it operates to expand and support artisan communities globally. The conversation highlights shifts in consumer preferences toward handmade goods and the operational challenges faced by artisan groups. Susan delves into the process of transforming local crafts into global brands and envi
How to Leverage AI Strategically to Grow Your Business with Clarence Wooten (opens the original)
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In this episode of The SmallBizChat, Melinda Emerson welcomes Clarence Wooten to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and the innovative world of AI. Clarence shares his experiences with successful business exits and his transition from Google to founding CoFounder AI. The conversation highlights how CoFounder AI distinguishes itself from other AI tools and addresses common mistakes small businesses make when implementing AI. Clarence introduces the concept of software as a partner (SAP) and outl
Hit It and Quit It with Jane Veron and LaChelle Adkins (opens the original)
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In this episode of The SmallBizChat, Melinda Emerson kicks things off with a brief introduction and sponsor mention, followed by the engaging "Hit it and quit it" segment. The conversation shifts to a lively discussion about favorite business tools and marketing tips, offering listeners practical insights to enhance their business strategies. The episode also explores essential business literature, highlighting some of the best books for entrepreneurs.
How to Utilize Collaboration to Grow Your Visibility with LaChelle Adkins (opens the original)
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In this episode of The SmallBizChat, Melinda Emerson is joined by LaChelle Adkins to explore the power of collaboration in small business success. LaChelle shares her journey into coaching and emphasizes the importance of choosing collaboration over traditional marketing. The discussion delves into the difference between networking and strategic collaboration, highlighting common mistakes and offering creative strategies for small businesses. LaChelle shares insights on overcoming fear when appr
How to Leverage Coaching to Grow Your Business with Jane Veron (opens the original)
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In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Jane Veron to delve into the intricacies of entrepreneurship and the support offered by the Acceleration Project (TAP). Jane shares her background and discusses the common challenges entrepreneurs face, including capital and credit issues, and emphasizes the importance of coaching and seeking help. They explore how to become a coach and access TAP services, and discuss building an advisory ecosystem. Jane highlights the signs that coaching is needed
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