From winning a college scholarship, to being kicked out of school, the Adam Mason story is a fun one. Determined to be an achiever, this story of redemption follows Adam as he finishes school, leans into photography, forms a successful company, launches a podcast and shifts gears with the COVID-19 pandemic. Support the show
Jun 18, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Many unemployed Americans will bravely paddle towards uncharted headwaters. IRA’s, savings accounts, home-equity loans, conventional loans and credit cards will fuel this entrepreneurial boom. Excitement, hard work, passion and creativity will be the bedrock of these solopreneurs. We deliver 10 “CORNERSTONE CONCEPTS” that can greatly assist these courageous professionals in operating customer-pleasing enterprises. We hope it helps! Support the show...
Jun 11, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Once the economy restarts, huge percentages of workers will be asked to operate from their own homes. New challenges and wonderful benefits will arise from this marketplace shift. New “INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES” will be a vital component of transitioning to working from the family residence. This broadcast delivers 12 points to be considered when working from your apartment, condo, townhome or house. We hope it helps! Support the show...
Jun 04, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Over 33 million Americans are without work due to the pandemic. Once the economy restarts, reentry into the workforce will be highly competitive. Job applicants will far outweigh job opportunities. “INTERVIEWING SKILLS” will be a vital component in securing employment. This podcast is our gift to all those people unemployed. We hope it helps! Support the show
May 28, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Over 33 million Americans are without work due to the pandemic. Once the economy restarts, reentry into the workforce will be highly competitive. Job applicants will far outweigh job opportunities. The effectiveness of the “RESUME” will be a vital component in securing employment. This podcast is our gift to all those people unemployed. We hope it helps! Support the show
May 21, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Competition for new jobs will be ferocious. Companies will shutter cubicle concourses and fuel remote working. Large numbers of solopreneurs will bravely rise from the ashes of the 33 million people who are now unemployed. We kick-off five episodes that deliver help with preparation, tools and solid foundations for reentry, working from home and starting new ventures. Support the show
May 14, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Take this ten minute ride with us as we travel a high mountain road in search of disruption. The destination will be a welcomed surprise for you and your customers. Support the show
May 07, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 29
We attempt to address the cart and the horse. Let’s explore catching the right “go to market” bus that hits all the right stops and delivers what customers really want. Support the show
Apr 30, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Upon reaching the 35,000 mile mark after 40 years of running, I take a fun look at what business advice is tucked in inside the preparation and running of marathons. Three of my six marathons were wonderful and the other three went haywire as I slammed into the proverbial wall. Support the show
Apr 23, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Approximately five million college seniors must process the remainder of their academic experience differently than any previous group. Jessica Chamberlain ( Stockton University ) peels back the onion on the effects of the pandemic with the graduating class of 2020. This articulate student delivers a respectful, mature and insightful perspective on the collegiate climate and how these conditions will shape the young leaders of tomorrow. Support the show...
Apr 16, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 26
This broadcast has been on my mind since day one. What an honor it is to uncork six of my favorite principles from the Dale Carnegie library. Number seven is brought compliments of Rick Diana from Trinitas Talent Management. Thank you Mr. Carnegie! Support the show
Apr 09, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Steve unpacks key strategic sales tools modified for the “New Normal” world of selling and buying. Reacting very quickly to the challenges associated with quarantined life, Ignite Selling designed and released a cutting-edge sales program. The Virtual Strategic Planning Simulation (VSPS) is designed to assist leadership and sales teams with maintaining focus on quarterly goals and objectives during these uncertain times. SimpleBiz360® is excited to help spread the news about VSPS and the April 6...
Apr 02, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 24
The special event podcast features a candid discussion with an inventor, solopreneur, wife and mother. Donna Abate Potter unwraps the story behind the story of launching Fusion Gates . From vision to starting up, Donna highlights the successes and challenges of product development, business ownership, manufacturing and managing her internal engine. This adventure has something for everyone. We sincerely hope you enjoy this authentic, inspirational, endearing and uplifting story about life. Suppo...
Mar 26, 2020•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 23
We unpack this jim-dandy concept that is usually one, two or three sentences in length. Over the years I have received dozens upon dozens of thank you notes from C-COM recipients. Join me as I share the benefits of sending these crowd pleasers. Support the show
Mar 19, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Delivering good service is critical to the health and welfare of small, medium and large businesses. Not delivering what customers deserve can be damaging to the enterprise and the dreams of the company founder. This installment is all about understanding the dangerous, and apparent growth of SWIICFU. Support the show
Mar 12, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 21
The “Middle” business sector contains the most opportunity for small business success. This show identifies and highlights how solopreneurs, entrepreneurs and risk takers can avoid either/or customer perceptions and capitalize on professionalism. Support the show
Mar 05, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In baseball the best run producers are called the “heart”, the “meat” or the “middle” of the lineup. Every team focuses on this to win championships. Businesses also need to successfully address this center mass. Episode 19 unveils the adventure this author/podcaster experienced on his way to understanding the vital significance of the “Business Middle.” Support the show
Feb 27, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Does this sound like my marbles are gone…or going? Nope…they’re still here. The cobwebs are gone and clarity reveals the harmony when a business bonds the back end of the house to the front end! Turn your claims into deliverables by gluing them together. Support the show
Feb 20, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Fuhgeddaboudit. If you learn how to master these belief builders, your business will start living large and in charge! There is way more to this story…but let’s do ten minutes for starters. Support the show
Feb 13, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 17
How will you be remembered by customers and colleagues when you hang up your cleats? What is your distinctive feature? What is your hallmark? What will your business tombstone read? If you don’t like the answer, then change course to alter the ending. The cement engraver has not started yet! Support the show
Feb 06, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this broadcast we address some nuts and bolts of Expectations. So few managers, business leaders, executives or coaches deal with expectations in comprehensive fashion. SimpleBiz360™ loves this concept and we share tools that are foundational to exceeding stated and defined customer Expectations. Support the show
Jan 30, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Inviting operational improvements can be healthy and profitable. To elevate business performance, just like on the athletic field, we must roll out the royal, red carpet for change. Let’s unpack Tool #234 and talk some shop! Support the show
Jan 23, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 14
How did a player with a lifetime .202 average have such a profound effect on tens of thousands of business people? Please tune in for ten minutes and find out how he can help your business in 2020! Support the show
Jan 16, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Businesses continue to disappear when the rubber needs to meet the road. Think about this in the context of your own consumer spending! How many times have you been disappointed with poor follow-through on personal purchases? Watch what happens when we connect the dots to Silent Business Killer Strikes. Yikes! Let’s get triangular and take the 3Y Challenge together! Support the show
Jan 09, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 12
From his Eureka, MO roots, to the fast-paced universe of digital marketing and branding, Garrett shares his story in a 45 minute show. Engaging, articulate, successful and entertaining, this young St. Louis Titan provides insight on his journey and unveils what makes him tick. Support the show
Jan 02, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Convinced this is a huge wrecking ball for many small operations, we encourage monitoring, measuring and analyzing your financial performance metrics. We keep the show light and on the surface. Deep dives are for another place, time and qualified resource. “Hold onto your Sand” is one of our mantras, and the inspiration of this phrase is birthed from the nuts and bolts of this broadcast content. Support the show
Dec 26, 2019•9 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Our first excerpt from the COMMUNICATION drawer, we explore the importance of not letting any customer communication go unanswered. Whether it is by phone, via text or email, learn to bounce back a volley to demonstrate exceptional customer-focus. Support the show
Dec 19, 2019•10 min•Season 1Ep. 9
We roll up our sleeves and dig deep in the dirt to plant this seed. A profound 1988 magazine article changed my perspective on how to make customers happy. Decades of fascination with these unshakeable truths, I do my best to educate and inform listeners on the most powerful enemies of any business. Support the show
Dec 12, 2019•10 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Your listening experience is top of mind. We call out ten changes that will be applied to future broadcasts with the goal of enhancing show quality. We do a lighthearted spot about Jersey words and phrases and then transition into the roster of 2020 guests. We cap off the 20-minute show with a brief, Rock & Roll piece that will be a hallmark of future shows. Support the show
Dec 05, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 7
We grab onto this SERVICE tool and unwrap an approach that few businesses ever discuss. We leave you scratching your head about all the proactive enhancements you can adopt. Once polished, this “diamond in the rough” will keep customers returning and referrals rolling in. Support the show
Nov 28, 2019•9 min•Season 1Ep. 6