Tired of being overlooked online? Listen to Sabita Singh, Global LinkedIn Coach and President of Trivetta Consulting, explain how to build a powerful professional brand on LinkedIn, achieve that all-important All-Star status, and start getting noticed today! Get more information related to this episode Find Sabita Singh on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sabitasingh Find Sabita Singh on Twitter: @sabitasingh Check out the Trivetta Consulting website: www.trivetta.com Find Trivetta Consulting on Li...
Nov 26, 2024•46 min•Ep. 50
Want to learn how to get started? Listen to Oli Barret, self-proclaimed serial co-founder, talk about connection, inspiration, enriching conversation and why starting projects is his passion in life. Get more information related to this episode Find Oli Barrett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olibarrett Find Oli Barrett on Twitter: @OliBarrett Check out Oli Barrett’s website: www.olibarrett.com Check out Build a Better Network: connector-unit.teachable.com/p/build-a-better-network Check...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 49
In 10 years, DEI is going to be a 30 billion dollar market, but there are hardly any data companies working in that space—so, he’s building one. Af Malhotra, Founder and Chair of the Diversity Economics Institute, speaks to our hosts about how making diversity data more accessible to C-suite leaders will completely change the corporate world as we know it. Get more information related to this episode Find Af Malhotra on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/afmalhotra Find Af Malhotra on X (Twitter): @A...
Jun 19, 2024•48 min•Ep. 48
Discover how one tech platform is changing the landscape of diversity and inclusion in the United Kingdom. Listen to Cynthia V Davis CBE, Founder and CEO of Diversifying Group and Diversifying Jobs, explain how her platform helps employers reach a more diverse workforce and amplify their brand at the same time. Get more information related to this episode Find Cynthia V Davis CBE on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiavdavis/ Check out the Diversifying Group website: www.diversifying.com Check ...
Jun 05, 2024•51 min•Ep. 47
Meet Maddie Morris. She’s the first Trade Commissioner to openly transition while serving the Government of Canada. Tune in to hear her story, find out how she helps small businesses navigate international markets, and learn how she advocates for minorities in the business world and beyond! Get more information related to this episode Find Maddie Morris on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/maddie-morris-cn-usa-trade/ Find Maddie Morris on X (Twitter): @CommrMorrisPNW Check out Maddie Morris’s websit...
Jun 01, 2024•46 min•Ep. 46
Discover how to personalize employee benefits to achieve over 90% utilization. Listen to Amy Spurling, Founder and CEO of Compt, tell us how to effectively engage your company’s people, how to retain them, and how to treat them like adults. Get more information related to this episode Find Amy Spurling on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/amyspurling/ Find Amy Spurling on X (Twitter): @amyspurling Check out the Compt website: www.compt.io Find Compt on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/compt/ Find ...
May 22, 2024•46 min•Ep. 45
Meet our special panel of Black businesswomen—Deborah Womack, Aggie Yemurai Mutuma FCIPD and Dr. Rashada Harry FRSA! Tune in to this special episode for a multifaceted conversation about breaking harmful stereotypes, women supporting women and the joys and challenges of owning your heritage and identity in the corporate landscape. Get more information related to this episode Deborah Womack Find Deborah Womack on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/theladyd/?originalSubdomain=uk Find Deborah Womack on ...
May 18, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 44
Do you ever feel like a prisoner in your own life or career? Tune in to this episode of It’s a Small Business World as our hosts KC Goundiam and Jaime Buelta talk to Maurice Philogene, Financial Freedom and Lifestyle Design Coach, about the power of understanding your “why” and how to leverage your 9 to 5 job to gain real freedom in both your career and your personal life. Get more information related to this episode Find Maurice Philogene on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene Find M...
May 08, 2024•46 min•Ep. 43
Gini Dietrich, founder and CEO of Spin Sucks, talks one-on-one with our host KC Goundiam about the constantly evolving world of PR and her unwavering commitment to staying above reproach. If you’re in the market for a PR agency, take KC’s advice: “Don’t call Gini if you want to do weird, sketchy stuff.” Get more information related to this episode Find Gini Dietrich on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ginidietrich Find Gini Dietrich on X (Twitter): @ginidietrich Check out the Spin Sucks website: sp...
Apr 26, 2024•47 min•Ep. 42
Technology and innovation are changing the future of work in unpredictable and revolutionary ways. Tune in to this episode of It’s a Small Business World as our hosts KC Goundiam and Jaime Buelta talk to Jean-François Thunet, Deputy CEO of Mantu, about entrepreneurship, AI, generation gaps, and why he still believes the future of work is human. Get more information related to this episode Find Jean-François Thunet on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jfthunet Find Jean-François Thunet on X (Twitter)...
Apr 24, 2024•41 min•Ep. 41
Sandra Abi-Rashed, co-founder of Mentoro, is changing the world one coffee at a time by connecting mentors and mentees on her networking platform. She joins hosts KC and Jaime to talk about the power of transformative conversations and the importance of learning from others in business. Get more information related to this episode Find Sandra Abi-Rashed on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sabirashed/ Find Sandra Abi-Rashed on X (Twitter): @sandraabir Check out the Mentoro website: mentoro.co Follow...
Apr 10, 2024•34 min•Ep. 40
Want to learn how to build a travel company online? Listen to Jessica Dante, international speaker and founder of Love and London, talk about how to build your social media following, monetize your content marketing, and grow your digital travel brand! Get more information related to this episode Find Jessica Dante on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jessicadante Find Jessica Dante on Instagram: @jessdante Check out Jessica Dante’s website: jessicadante.com Check out the Love and London website: lo...
Mar 27, 2024•39 min•Ep. 39
Meet Cindy Gallop, the self-proclaimed Michael Bay of business and the founder of MakeLoveNotPorn. Listen as she shares how to successfully “blow shit up” in business and in life with our hosts KC Goundiam and Jaime Buelta. Tune in to this exciting episode for a candid conversation about breaking boundaries, reinventing industries, navigating the world of white, male investors, and spearheading the social sex revolution. Get more information related to this episode Find Cindy Gallop on LinkedIn:...
Mar 20, 2024•48 min•Ep. 38
Imagine going to work and trying to give 100% when you only understand half of what’s going on. That’s where Evelyne Rozenberg can help. She’s the founder of ROZELANG Francophone, and in this episode, she talks to hosts KC and Jaime about how everyone benefits when companies provide proper language training to employees who need it. Get more information related to this episode Find Evelyne Rozenberg on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/evelynerozenberg Check out the ROZELANG website: rozelang.ca Fin...
Mar 13, 2024•42 min•Ep. 37
Learn about barriers faced by entrepreneurs with multiple marginalized identities in this special episode. Listen to Janelle Desrosiers, website and brand designer, talk with hosts KC and Jaime about the exhausting reality of life as an intersectional entrepreneur. Get more information related to this episode Find Janelle Desrosiers on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/janelle-desrosiers Find Janelle Desrosiers on Instagram: @janelle.desrosiers Check out Janelle Desrosiers’s website: hbloomandbrilli...
Feb 28, 2024•49 min•Ep. 36
Want to know what it’s really like to be responsible for every detail of a luxury event? Listen to Madeleine Kojakian, luxury event and wedding producer, share a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the less-than-glamorous world of luxury event planning! Get more information related to this episode Find Maddy K on X (Twitter): @MaddyKAtelier Find Madeleine Kojakian on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/madeleinekojakian Find Maddy K on Instagram: @maddykatelier Check out Maddy K’s website: www.maddyk.com F...
Feb 14, 2024•37 min•Ep. 35
Want to learn how to be a brave business leader? Listen to David McQueen, venture catalyst, executive coach, speaker, and author of The Brave Leader , tell hosts KC and Jaime how he guides executives to make better decisions and become more inclusive leaders. Get more information related to this episode Find David McQueen on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mrdavidmcqueen Check out David McQueen’s website: davidmcqueen.co.uk Check out the Q Squared Ltd. website: qsquaredltd.com Check out David McQu...
Jan 31, 2024•48 min•Ep. 34
Are your misconceptions about what it means to be a leader actually holding you back? Listen to Scott Monty, an experienced leadership coach and communications strategist, talk effective leadership and serving others! Get more information related to this episode Find Scott Monty on Twitter: @ScottMonty Find Scott Monty on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/scottmonty/ Check out Scott Monty’s website: www.scottmonty.com Check out Scott Monty Strategies on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/scottmontys...
Jan 17, 2024•45 min•Ep. 33
Want a better tech industry? Listen to Russ Shaw, founder of Tech London Advocates & Global Tech Advocates, talk to hosts KC and Jaime about the global tech ecosystem and how you can get involved right now! Get more information related to this episode Find Russ Shaw on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-shaw Find Russ Shaw on X (Twitter): @RussShaw1 Check out the Tech London Advocates website: www.techlondonadvocates.org.uk Check out the Global Tech Advocates website: www.globaltecha...
Jan 11, 2024•44 min•Ep. 32
Want your small business to grow to its full potential? Listen to Christine Moses share her expert advice on how to think like a marketing strategist! Get more information related to this episode Find Christine Moses on Twitter: @ChristineMMoses Find Christine Moses on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/christinemoses/ Check out The Marketing Centre website: www.themarketingcentre.com Follow our hosts on social media Twitter: @karimacatherine Twitter: @jaimebuelta Follow us on social media Twitter: @...
Jan 03, 2024•34 min•Ep. 31
Want to learn how to advocate for small businesses in Canada? Listen to Dan Kelly, president, CEO and chair of the Canadian Federation for Independent Business, discuss the future of small businesses and why they need your support now! Get more information related to this episode Find Dan Kelly on Twitter: @CFIB Find Dan Kelly on LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/dan-kelly Check out the CFIB website: www.cfib-fcei.ca Follow our hosts on social media Twitter: @karimacatherine Twitter: @jaimebuelta Fol...
Dec 20, 2023•40 min•Ep. 30
Want to learn how to increase engagement and connect with potential clients? Listen to Laura Mignott, Chief Experiential Officer at VMLY&R Commerce, discuss how to boost your small business with experiential marketing! Get more information related to this episode Find Laura Mignott on Twitter: @lmigno Find Laura Mignott on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lauramignott Find Laura Mignott on Instagram: @lmigno Check out the VMLY&R Commerce website: www.vmlyrcommerce.com Find VMLY&R on Twi...
Dec 06, 2023•42 min•Ep. 29
Want to learn about how a small business can expand internationally? Listen to Armando Diaz, CEO and co-founder of UVteam, discuss the advantages of expanding into international markets! Get more information related to this episode Find Armando Diaz on LinkedIn: co.linkedin.com/in/armando-diaz-lemus-030333120 Find UVteam on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/uvteam Check out the UVteam website: uvteam.co Follow our hosts on social media Twitter: @karimacatherine Twitter: @jaimebuelta Follow us o...
Nov 22, 2023•24 min•Ep. 27
Want to learn how this professional coach empowers Black men to make seven figures? Listen to Jewel Love, founder of Black Executive Men, tell the secrets of how he inspires Black men to supercharge their earning potential! Get more information related to this episode Find Jewel Love on Twitter: @jewellovemft Find Jewel Love on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jewellove/ Check out the Black Entrepreneurs website: www.blackentrepreneursbc.org Check out the Black Executive Men Website: blacke...
Nov 08, 2023•42 min•Ep. 27
Want to learn how to start a business in 90 days? Listen to LaSean Smith, entrepreneur and investor at CAGR Investments, discuss the importance of social proof and low-cost ways to get your small business started. Get more information related to this episode Find LaSean Smith on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/laseansmith Find LaSean Smith on Twitter: @lasean Find LaSean Smith on Instagram: @lasean Check out the CAGR Investments website: cagr.com Check out LaSean Smith’s website: lasean.com Follow...
Oct 18, 2023•42 min•Ep. 26
How to implement gender parity in your small business with Caroline Codsi Want to make sure that your business prioritizes diversity and gender parity? Listen to Caroline Codsi, founder and CEO of Women in Governance, discuss the need for diversity in the workforce and explain how your business can get parity certified. Get more information related to this episode Find Caroline Codsi on LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/carolinecodsi Find Caroline Codsi on Twitter: @carolinecodsi Find Caroline Codsi ...
Oct 11, 2023•41 min•Ep. 25
Want to make sure that your team’s skills are up to date with changing technology and business trends? Listen to Sherry Coutu, Chairman of Workfinder, Non-Executive Director of Raspberry Pi, and business leader in financial services, technology and education, discuss strategies to implement essential skills development in the workforce. Get more information related to this episode Find Sherry Coutu on LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/in/coutu Find Sherry Coutu on Twitter: @scoutu Check out Sherry Coutu...
Sep 15, 2023•39 min•Ep. 24
Want to learn how to strengthen your brand messaging and content strategy? Listen to Afton Brazzoni, founder of Scribe National, discuss strategies to improve your company’s unique messaging and story. Get more information related to this episode Check out the Scribe National website: https://www.scribenational.ca/ Check out Afton Brazzoni’s website: www.aftonbrazzoni.com Find Scribe National on LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/scribenational Find Afton Brazzoni on LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/...
Sep 13, 2023•35 min•Ep. 23
Want to develop a success mindset in business and beyond? Listen to Jacqueline Foley, Executive Brand Coach, discuss strategies to improve your mindset and avoid negative self-talk. Get more information related to this episode Check out Jacqueline Foley’s website: jacquelinefoley.com Find Jacqueline Foley on LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-foley Follow our hosts on social media Twitter: @karimacatherine Twitter: @jaimebuelta Follow us on social media Twitter: @B2BeeMatch Facebook: @B2Bee...
Aug 30, 2023•32 min•Ep. 22
Want to learn how to develop your business brand and reputation? Listen to Adam Konowe, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Edelman, discuss strategies to build and promote your small business! Get more information related to this episode Check out the Edelman website: www.edelman.ca Find Edelman on Twitter: @EdelmanCanada Find Edelman on LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/edelman Read and download the 2022 LinkedIn-Edelman B2B Thought Leadership Impact Report: www.edelman.com/expertise/Busines...
Jun 21, 2023•35 min•Ep. 21
