Small Biz Power

Small businesses are the engine of our economy, powering our local communities. It's time to showcase them on a bigger stage. Welcome to Small Biz Power where we highlight small businesses in Las Vegas and beyond.

E23 Move Your Way to Business Success 01/28/2018

E23 Move Your Way to Business Success Courtney Bentley is the host of the Fit and Fabulous podcast. She holds certifications as a Personal Trainer and Behavioral Change specialist. She teaches people how to live a lifestyle of wellness. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/6178963

E022 Making Small Shifts for Big Results in Your Business 11/27/2017

E022 Making Small Shifts for Big Results in Your Business The right coach can catapult your business. The wrong coach equals money and time wasted. In this episode of Small Biz Power, our guest is Tim Furlong, a nationally recognized speaker, facilitator & executive coach. Tim tackles business coaching qualifications, including the right questions to ask to determine if your coach is a good fit for you and more importantly if he or she is qualified to help you grow. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5982085

E021 Helping Sick Children Take Flight 11/20/2017

E021 Helping Sick Children Take Flight Our guest is, CEO of Miracle Flights, Mark Brown talks about the work Miracle Flights does to help sick children fly to other cities to get specialized care or second opinions. Mark has a business background. We talk about how that plays into how he runs the organization, and why he calls this the “best job in the world.” /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5947263

E020 Building a Modern Company in a Traditional Industry 11/07/2017

E020 Building a Modern Company in a Traditional Industry “The average age of a mortgage professional is 56,” says Coby Baker, CEO of Alderus Mortgage. And yet the modern workforce is behind that by about 25 years. Find out what Cody Baker has to say about building a millennial-friendly culture in a traditional business. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5919117

E019 Build Your Business Through the Power of Connection 10/23/2017

E019 Build Your Business Through the Power of Connection What is the role of a chamber of commerce in the business community? It involves more than you might think. In this episode of Small Biz Power, our guest is Lisa Chao, the Vice President of Membership for the Henderson Chamber of Commerce. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5861400

E018 Connecting Las Vegas Through Social Media 10/16/2017

E018 Connecting Las Vegas Through Social Media On this episode of Small Biz Power, we’re talking to the amazing social media team at the city of Las Vegas. This small, but mighty team manages the city’s communication strategy on all of its social platforms – from Facebook to Twitter to Instagram to Snapchat to YouTube. Learn how their strategy can help small businesses grow their social media footprint. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5838617

E017 Going Strong 10/10/2017

E017 Going Strong My guest for this episode is Bret Fitzgerald, VP of Corporate Communications & Education at Las Vegas Athletic Clubs. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5827270

E016 Transform Your Company 10/08/2017

E016 Transform Your Company Have you ever felt like you were paddling in a “circle of frustration” in your business? My guest on this episode of Small Biz Power wants you to stop doing that. has 20 years experience as a CPA, clean-up CFO and C-Level Executive. He grew tired of treating the financial symptoms of organizational dysfunction. Yet he found that there was really nothing in business books, even in business school curriculum to address the root cause of the problems. So he decided to tackle that himself and he wrote the book, . In this episode, we chat about what it takes to write a book as well as the exact moment Alex realized he needed to write it. Alex also talks about the common gap holding most businesses back and how the book addresses that. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5818701

E015 Poscasting for Prospects 10/06/2017

E015 Poscasting for Prospects In this episode of Small Biz Power, we're focusing on the power of podcasting to grow your business. My guest is Debbie DeChambeau, a Business Growth Strategist, National Speaker, Published Author and Podcast Host. Debbie has spent her entire career helping entrepreneurs: from creating business plans to implementing risk management programs and developing marketing blueprints. Now she spends her time helping organizations create podcasts to spread their message and reach a larger audience. Debbie and I have been working together on a podcasting for profits system for business. Read more about that In this episode we talk about how simple it is to start a podcast, why more business owners should be doing it (but aren't) and the ultimate ROI on a podcast. Watch the full episode below or download the audio version to listen on the go! Speaking of audio, Small Biz Power is expanding to include audio-only interviews as well. Just click to subscribe so you never miss an episode! /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5813219

E014 - Building Wealth Beyond Wall Street [video] 08/28/2017

E014 - Building Wealth Beyond Wall Street [video] This week on Small Biz Power, my buddy, , joins me in the co-host chair. We talk about the latest changes at Facebook, including their new mission statement and what it means for your company's Facebook strategy moving forward. Our guest is self-described recovering CPA, . We talk about why the safest place for your money may not be on Wall Street. Plus, Anthony's got great advice for building wealth in today's volatile times. . /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5682329

E014-Building Wealth Beyond Wall Street 07/07/2017

E014-Building Wealth Beyond Wall Street This week on Small Biz Power, my buddy, , joins me in the co-host chair. We talk about the latest changes at Facebook, including their new mission statement and what it means for your company's Facebook strategy moving forward. Our guest is self-described recovering CPA, . We talk about why the safest place for your money may not be on Wall Street. Plus, Anthony's got great advice for building wealth in today's volatile times. . /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5515304

E013 - Managing Millennials in The Modern Workplace 06/16/2017

E013 - Managing Millennials in The Modern Workplace Let’s talk modern business management in the age of the millennial. Our topic for this episode of Small Biz power: are millennials lazy & entitled or are we just old? We welcome leadership and management coach, Doug Beckley of and to the show. Doug talks about why we need to be careful about stereotyping, what millennials really want with their jobs and how we, as employers, can give that to them. Plus, the importance of communicating company culture and bridging the gap between an older workforce and a younger one. Doug's got some unique ideas on how to bring the two together. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5453929

E012 PR Tips for Small Business + Marketing Your Franchise 05/22/2017

E012 PR Tips for Small Business + Marketing Your Franchise This week we welcome back guest co-host, Kendall Tenney of . Through a series of questions (like "what job would you be absolutely terrible at?"), we get to know a little more about Kendall. And he shares his number one PR tip for small businesses. It's not what you'd think! Then we welcome in our guest, all the way from Vancouver, Canada, and an expert in franchise marketing, Juliette Schmerler of . We get to know Juliette a bit. Then she talks about her decision to go after a specific niche - and why this is one of the best things you can do for your business. If you are a franchisor, Juliette specializes in helping you tell your story and recruit the right kind of franchisees. If you own a local franchise, Juliette can help you supercharge your marketing. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5376670

E11 Fear From Employee to Entrepreneur: Making the Leap 05/04/2017

E11 Fear From Employee to Entrepreneur: Making the Leap If you've been contemplating leaving your job to start your own business, or you're feeling a bit stuck in your current business and want to take it to the next level, then this week's episode of Small Biz Power is designed for you. My guest is women's empowerment and business mentor, . We talk about HOW you make that leap from employee to entrepreneur (and make money)... and the mindset required to do so. And we discuss Galit's free interview series, . Plus if you find yourself frustrated with internet marketing these days, you're not alone. There is a way to wade through all this internet-speak and get a clear picture of where your business is online, how your competitors stack up and the opportunities available to you. . /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5325699

PR Fails and The Las Vegas Raiders 05/04/2017

PR Fails and The Las Vegas Raiders A fascinating discussion with two TV veterans and spectacular storytellers. In this episode, we welcome guest host, Kendall Tenney, founder and CEO of along with attorney and Fox News legal analyst, . Our discussion focuses on the recent PR nightmare facing United Airlines as well as the Las Vegas Raiders' recently announced move to Las Vegas. You'll find Kendall & Bob's take on the Raiders intriguing. Plus, Bob Massi has covered countless celebrity trials. In this episode, he shares some juicy stories from behind the scenes of the Scott Peterson trial, the Michael Jackson trial and more. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5325589

E009 What to Consider When Joining a Nonprofit Board 04/18/2017

E009 What to Consider When Joining a Nonprofit Board In episode 9, we talk about what's important to consider if you're thinking about joining a non-profit board or getting more involved in the nonprofit community. Stacey Wedding, Founder, CEO and Chief Strategist of is our featured guest. Stacey is committed to making lasting change in the community and provides expertise to nonprofit organizations and philanthropists that lead to measurable results for their organizations. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5277652

E008 More to Marketing Than Social Media 04/18/2017

E008 More to Marketing Than Social Media Episode 8 of Small Biz Power unravels the lost art and power of offline marketing. In this episode, we focus on relationship and referral marketing as well as public relations and the importance of having a consistent message. Our guests are Darcy Neighbors. Founder and CEO of and Stacey Escalante. Founder of . Aside from telling amazing stories about their experiences in business and in their personal lives, both Stacey & Darcy share some great insight about using offline marketing tactics to grow your business. The show is packed with energy, enthusiasm, and most of all inspiration. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5276898

E007 The Parallels of Non-Profits and Small Businesses 04/18/2017

E007 The Parallels of Non-Profits and Small Businesses This episode focuses on the nonprofit sector of our community... drawing parallels between the struggles our local charities face and the challenges of running a small business. The two have a lot more in common than you think, and my guests tackle the topic of what small businesses and nonprofits can learn from each other. In this episode, we talk to Jeanne Hamrick, President of , and Clay Buck, President of the . Both Jeanne & Clay share tips and wisdom from their years of working in the nonprofit sector. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5276764

E006 The Importance of an Online Presence as a Small Business 04/18/2017

E006 The Importance of an Online Presence as a Small Business In this week's episode, we talk about the importance of small businesses having an online presence. If you're a small business owner and you're not reaching your audience through mobile devices or putting out content on the web at all, you'll want to pay attention to this episode. This week you're in for quite a few laughs with our guests Geoffrey Radcliffe and Steve Schorr. Geoff is the CEO and mission controller of , an internet marketing firm. Geoff talks about social media and its effect on our ever-growing fear of missing out. Looking for someone who truly understands that content is just the beginning? Look no further than Steve Schorr. As publisher and editor of the new digital newspaper, Steve has experienced substantial growth as a result of having a strong web presence. He knows that it's not only important to create the content but it's just as important to know how you are getting your content in front of the right people. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5276633

E005 Lead Generation and Protecting Your Online Business 04/18/2017

E005 Lead Generation and Protecting Your Online Business Do you want lead generation tactics for your small business? Fellow Duct Tape Marketing consultant, Ken Tucker of , is full of 'em. He kicks off the episode with some great tips and an interesting look into his background, including a run for office. The second half of the show features Danielle Liss, a lawyer at . Danielle has carved out the most interesting niche, focused on influencer marketing professionals and online business owners. If you are a blogger or running any kind of online business, make sure you've taken the necessary legal steps to protect it. Danielle details a plan. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5275731

E004 The Holiday Edition: Small Business Digital Marketing 2017 04/17/2017

E004 The Holiday Edition: Small Business Digital Marketing 2017 The holiday edition of Small Biz Power on Facebook Live features the talents of Tom Rojas of . Tom is also a small business owner who helps businesses with digital marketing. His company is . Aside from goofy hats and some fun music, Tom and I tackle some important topics, including: Why being nervous in public speaking or presentation is actually a good thing The biggest challenge for small business marketing in 2017 Why faster and newer is not always better when it comes to marketing The one marketing tactic you should focus on in 2017 /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5272132

E003 Disruption in Journalism and Overcoming Small Business Hiring Challenges 04/17/2017

E003 Disruption in Journalism and Overcoming Small Business Hiring Challenges The theme of this week's episode: disruption. Specifically, disruption in the world of media and journalism. We talk to longtime political reporters, Jon Ralston and Elizabeth Thompson about their new venture, Also joining us for Episode 3, Mike Micone of . Mike talked about the challenges many small businesses face in the realm of hiring, mentoring and retaining employees. /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5272104

E002 Improve Your Video Presence and Persuasive Copywriting 04/17/2017

E002 Improve Your Video Presence and Persuasive Copywriting We're excited to announce the name of our new Facebook Live show, Small Biz Power. In this episode, we invite you to join our and we've got a tip for improving your on-camera presence (great if you're making a video for your business). This week's featured guest is copywriter, speaker, and trainer, and owner of . Stef's got a special announcement (here first) about a cold brew coming to Las Vegas! /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5272063

E001 Entrepreneurship and The Biggest Mistake Most People Make with Their Websites 04/16/2017

E001 Entrepreneurship and The Biggest Mistake Most People Make with Their Websites In this inaugural episode of the Facebook Live who, we're still deciding on a name. We talk entrepreneurship with Heather Vanek of and . And we discuss the number one mistake most people make with their websites with fellow Duct Tape Marketing Consultants, Justin & Brenda Sturges of /episode/index/show/smallbizpower/id/5269689

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