Investing in 757 Entrepreneurs
Blake Luse, Managing Director of Ferguson Ventures, shares his perspective on customer-focused entrepreneurs , what he looks for in Founders, and the power of relationships ....
Nov 21, 2021•59 min•Ep. 28
Fervent Four
Welcome to the Fervent Four. Did you know that only 4% of businesses ever cross the annual million dollar revenue mark? The Fervent Four is a weekly show, every Thursday at 11am, dedicated to sharing insights into growing a world class business no matter the climate.
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Episodes
Measuring what Matters
Lee Sheridan, owner of Two Maids and a Mop Virginia Beach, joins the show to talk about expanding his business model on the fly, following key metrics , and the challenges of staffing ....
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 27
Be Your Own Champion
Entrepreneur and financial advisor Xerxes Nabong shares his perspective on money relationships and the source of confidence .
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 26
Redeeming the year 2020
Joe Bucci, Entrepreneurship Professor at Regent University, shares his perspective on redemption , the power of vulnerability , and running to gain perspective ....
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 25
Entrepreneurship in School
Kempsville Business and Entrepreneurship Academy professors and students join the show to talk about raising money , persistence , and inspiration . On August 9, 2009, a new show hit the airwaves on ABC. What no one expected was how popular the show would become with families. Shark Tank . I ( Zack Miller ) met one of the hosts (sharks) on the show in 2015, Daymond John , and when I asked him about this question: “Did Shark Tank make entrepreneurship popular?”, he skimmed around the answer and s...
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 24
Innovating Virtual Events
Deany Dormer, CEO of Executive Events, chats with Tim and Gary about big virtual event mistakes , as well as the number one prerequisite for planning a virtual event (it’s not what you may think).
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 23
Responding to your Market
Jaynee Sasso, Founder of SeniorRuns, joins the show and talks about Tenacity, Consistency, and Positivity , some of her daily routine , and knowing what the market wants ....
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 22
From Pitch to Performance
Gary Plaag, W&M Professor and founder of Couragio Consulting, shares his takes on turning your pitch into a performance , the effect of Shark Tank on entrepreneurship, and how to rock the virtual call ....
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 21
Entrepreneurs Escaping 2020
Business Director of Escape Room Virginia, Candice Gallmeyer, shares her perspective on engaging her customers through social media, asking for a raise as a female international spy , and her secrets to stirring creativity ....
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 20
Creating the Co-Working Revolution
The regional director of Gather, Savannah Bolin, joins the show to talk about the real definition of co-working , creating community from scratch , and the hidden gems of Hampton Roads ....
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 19
Smiling Through Uncertainty
Tiffanie Rosier, founder of Allstar Photobooth, provides great perspective on how to get started in the event space , the right way to do client outreach , and the secret to keeping your content fresh ....
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 18
Manufacturing in China…During Covid??
Nate Tschohl, founder of Swimnerd, joins the show to talk about the origins of Swimnerd and his experiences manufacturing in China .
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 17
Finding Passion in Business
Dennis Gray, Founder of Accurid Pest Solutions, shares his perspective on terrible pest stories , persevering through hardship , and a great branding investment for his business. Hear hosts Tim Ryan and Zack Miller chat with Dennis Gray, Founder of Accurid Pest Solutions. Don’t miss out on hearing some crazy stories, innovative practices, and inspiring grit. Did you know that only 4% of businesses hit $1M in revenue? Tim Ryan and Zack Miller are the creators of The Fervent Four Show, designed to...
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 16
MBA Students Making a Difference
Cara Simpson and Vicki Harrington of CrimDell SBN join the show to discuss the current MBA experience , Covid takeaways , and how to connect with the organization .
Nov 20, 2021•59 min•Ep. 15
The Journey to $100 Million
Erik J. Olson, founder of Array Digital, joins the show and discusses goal setting and transparency , lessons from his business journey , and his advice for doing business with friends .
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 14
The Latest Updates on PPP
Mike Austin, PPP Expert at the HR SBDC, discusses who should be taking PPP loans , making projections in the face of uncertainty , and the little-known interaction between PPP and EIDL .
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 13
Small Business Consulting
Jim Carroll, Executive Director of the HR SBDC, joins the show and shares his perspective on grit , reopening your business , and the SBDC’s network of relationships , among much more.
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 12
Protecting Your IP in a Virtual World
Steve duBois of Patent Portfolio Builders joins the show and discusses NDA’s , the biggest mistakes he sees from entrepreneurs, and how to protect yourself when outsourcing code ....
Nov 20, 2021•57 min•Ep. 11
How to Sell Post Covid-19
Chad Stenzel of Sandler Training shares his perspective on sales training , the influence of Hollywood on sales , and anecdotes about his entrepreneurial kids ....
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 10
Facilitating Resources in Real Estate
Nicole Campbell joins the show and shares her perspective on the real estate industry , creating marketing content , and her yearly resolutions .
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 9
How a Pivot Created New Customers
Tim and Zack chat with Mike Descher, founder of MediaGroup. Mike shares how he pivoted and increased business , along with his experience buying masks and working remotely ....
Nov 20, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 8
How to Network Virtually
Laura Henderson of BizConnect joins the show to discuss networking tips , how she networks as an introvert , and her secrets for increasing online engagement ....
Nov 20, 2021•56 min•Ep. 7
Motivation for Entrepreneurs
D’shawn Wright, body-builder and owner of Body by D, joins the show to discuss his motivation , his attitude towards uncertainty , and the power of knowing your why ....
Nov 20, 2021•59 min•Ep. 6
Funding your Business during a Crisis
Tim and Zack chat with Evans McMillion, Executive Director of 757 Angels. The three discuss the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Hampton Roads and what investors are looking for in entrepreneurs .
Nov 19, 2021•1 hr 11 min
Innovative Ways to Find Business
Chef Chris Hill joins Tim and Zack to discuss gaining traction online , the power of the journey , and the effects of Covid-19 on restaurants and small businesses ....
Nov 19, 2021•1 hr 21 min
The Intersection of Education and Business
Lauren Small of Early Education Consultants shares her knowledge about the intersection of business and early education , and makes the case for current and future workforces needing a strong education system .
Nov 19, 2021•52 min
How to Work Remotely
Tim and Zack chat with Erica McMannes, founder of Instant Teams. The three discuss best practices for working remotely and pitching your business .
Nov 19, 2021•59 min•Ep. 2
Meet the Hosts: Tim Ryan and Zack Miller
Tim and Zack discuss marketing tips , when to charge for products , and how to consume content .
Nov 19, 2021•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 1
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