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Business Power Lunch

Andrew Dickow
Business
Entrepreneurship
Learn tricks to thrive as an entrepreneur to grow your startup, small or medium-sized business. We will explore a range of topics such as new product development, strategy, capital raising, managing employees and more. We will be inviting entrepreneurs across a variety of industries to share their insights in their areas of expertise. As your host (Andrew Dickow), I will leverage my experiences in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and entrepreneurship to focus on the topics that matter for your business.
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#11: Elements of a Successful Capital Raise Pitch

As a passionate entrepreneur (or someone aspiring to be one), you are likely pretty comfortable talking about your product/service to your friends and family. You’ve probably gotten really comfortable explaining everything about your company and why it is going to be the next big thing during your daily encounters. No matter how enthused you are, once you get in front of potential investors your zealous pitch may be a major letdown if you aren't prepared and mindful of what they want to hear and...

Dec 29, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 11

#10: The Best of the Best Advice from Prior Guests - A Deep Dive into Networking, Adaptability and Mentorship

In this episode, we revisit how each of our previous guests answered the question, "what is your best piece of advice for entrepreneurs?". We dive into the topics of networking, adaptability and the power of mentorship to peel back the onion on how to think through each effectively. We challenge the status quo of what it means to network by considering adding value to others before looking out for yourself, and we explore how being adaptable is not just about reacting to change but anticipating ...

Jun 03, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 10

#9: Managing Risk vs. Reward (Guest: Mark Ghafari, Director of Strategies Wealth Advisors)

When is the right time to take a leap of faith in business? How do you manage the risk vs. reward? These are the questions many of us are facing. In this episode we invited special guest Mark Ghafari to dive into his fascinating career path filled with unique lessons in both life and business. Mark dives into his specific experiences working with entrepreneurs and clients from a variety of industries alongside his own remarkable journey that led him all the way to Beirut as a professional basket...

May 21, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 9

#8: The Second Banana - Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Sidekick

In the world of business that I operate in, I am interacting mostly with companies that range from $25 Million to $500 Million in sales (middle-market). In my day-to-day dealings, I have come across a phenomenon that I believe is a crucial one for all entrepreneurs, the “Second Banana”. So, what is the Second Banana? Find out in this episode where we dive into the nuances of having a #2 in your business. We explore what to look for and how to leverage your sidekick/COO/Second Banana in this quic...

May 15, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 8

#7: (BONUS EPISODE) Starting a Podcast is Hard - Part 2

In this episode we continue to follow along in my sometimes comical journey of learning how to start a podcast. We discuss basic editing tools for beginners, how to build your audience, and how to focus on making great content.

May 08, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 7

#6: Networking from Home (Guest: Alex Drost, CEO and Founder of Connection Builders)

Whether you are a business owner or a professional, we are all facing a "new normal". Coffee meetings and after-work happy hours have come to a halt. How do we think about networking when we can't physically leave our homes? In this episode we discuss with Alex Drost, CEO, and Founder of Connection Builders, how to continue building your network and brand during these challenging times. We discuss ways to connect with your existing network in a genuine way and creative ways to continue to add va...

May 01, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 6

#5: When the World Stops Your Business Doesn’t Have to (Guest: Eli Halabu, CEO and Founder of Hire Hero)

In a day and age where entrepreneurs are encouraged to fail quickly and pivot, we often forget the lessons we can learn from others. In this episode we connect with the CEO and founder of Hire Hero, Eli Halabu. We dive into how he started as an entrepreneur, mistakes he made along the way and how he and his company have been able to pivot effectively throughout the COVID-19 crisis. Learn useful tips about effectively communicating and maintaining your culture in addition to how you can continue ...

Apr 24, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 5

#4: You Are What You Measure - 7 Key Performance Indicators to Grow Your Business

Companies of all sizes track hundreds of different things and create reports that nobody uses. This consumes a lot of time and money. What should companies be tracking? Entrepreneurs need to think about the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that drive their business forward and allow them to be the most efficient. In this episode we dive into 7 of the most helpful KPIs to track for your business and how to put them into practice. If you are measuring your KPIs consistently the results will follo...

Apr 21, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 4

#3: (BONUS EPISODE) Starting a Podcast is Hard

This is a quick BONUS episode where I touch on the actual journey of starting a podcast. It has been challenging, fun and interesting. Enjoy the journey with me and maybe learn a few things yourself.

Apr 11, 2020•4 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Welcome to Business Power Lunch a podcast diving into the nuances of entrepreneurship.

Learn tricks to thrive as an entrepreneur to grow your startup, small or medium-sized business. We will explore a range of topics such as new product development, strategy, capital raising, managing employees and more. We will be inviting entrepreneurs across a variety of industries to share their insights in their areas of expertise. As your host (Andrew Dickow), I will leverage my experiences in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and entrepreneurship to focus on the topics that matter f...

Apr 05, 2020•54 sec
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