Entrepreneur Encounter

Send us Fan Mail You’re constantly making decisions and at times it can be challenging but it doesn't have to be.  In this episode, we discuss what decision making is. Know at times it's not great to make a decision on the spot. In some cases sure but you need to consider all the facts, understand your resources and goals that will lead you to come up with a solution!  In this episode, l...

Send us Fan Mail Being a business owner can be rewarding. Also it comes with its challenges. When you’re going through this journey, the demands can lead to stress which will have a negative impact on your mood, your creativity and productivity. But guess what, there are strategies you can put into place.  In this episode we talk about boosting your mood along with increasing creativity and produc...

Send us Fan Mail “I don't think there's anything wrong with me, but I definitely think that I'm different.” - Unknown  In this episode, we talk with Sandy Bean, who’s a coach and educator who specializes in helping those with ADHD. She emphasizes the importance of support and understanding for individuals with ADHD, as well as the connection between giftedness The conversation goes...

Send us Fan Mail When you think of the word creativity, usually what you think of someone as an artist or a musician but for you to come up with this idea and turn it into a business is creative!  In this episode, we talk about connecting creativity and productivity and how it ties into entrepreneurship.   After all, businesses are built on new ideas. Entrepreneurs need to be able to see things in...

Send us Fan Mail “What really works for you and you can keep doing that….”  As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, we tend to get overwhelmed by the never ending to do list.  In this episode, we talk with our guest Lisa Zawrotny. She is a Productivity Strategist + Accountability Coach who works with multi-passionate. Every entrepreneur is going to look at things different and having open conversation...

Send us Fan Mail Giving up control of certain areas of your business can be challenging. You have experience in the ins and outs of your business, but are you ready to delegate and outsource work to others when the time comes?  In this episode, we discuss the importance of delegation and outsourcing in the everyday operations of your business. This action will result in the creation of additional...

Send us Fan Mail Without the use of a structured system, how can one expect to accomplish anything? It’s essential to establish an approach in order to navigate the workflow and accomplish tasks. Regardless of the industry, the implementation of creating systems and processes is important in business.  In this episode, we talk about the systems and processes you should implement in your business....

Send us Fan Mail Are you using your resources to the best of your ability? Think of those resources you already have right in front of you! How can you use your resources to maximize efficiency and productivity? If you are paying for a resource, are you actually using those resources because if you’re not what’s the point.  In this episode, Dana and Sara discuss the importance of resource manageme...

Send us Fan Mail There are many aspects when it comes to leadership and leading those around you. When you think of the word “Leadership” what comes to mind. There’s always a debate whether you can lead and manage at the same time. By definition,  leadership is the action of leading a group of people or an organization.  In this episode, we discuss how goal setting and planning goes hand in hand t...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes we may feel it's hard to move forward, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Take those conflicts as an opportunity to grow. You want to create a productive workplace environment where everyone can speak their mind without the fear of judgment. By creating a safe space, it will encourage everyone else to follow through with their commitments and have a productive work...

Send us Fan Mail It's not about where you work or your position, it's more about how to resolve a conflict. Conflict in the workplace is bound to happen, even if it’s a small disagreement. This can happen with your team and your clients (customers). It’s often said and it's all true that what matters most……before your revenue, are the relationships you have with those you work with....

Send us Fan Mail You must recognize conflict will happen and get in the mindset that no matter what industry you’re in, this will help you prepare for conflict. We often think of a conflict as something negative which can lead to an argument but it doesn't have to be that way.  In this episode, we discuss how to prepare for a conflict. As you prepare for conflict, know it's a part of the...

Send us Fan Mail Conflict is unavoidable, but how you deal with it is what counts! Every day, you’ll have to deal with conflict. You’re faced with challenges daily but know, not everything has to get out of hand. While you’re faced with these challenges, think about how you’ll handle it, consider the people involved, and know the risks you may be taking.  In this episode, we talk about conflict ma...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever given any thought to the stress that comes with transitioning from working for someone else to becoming the CEO of your own business?  In this episode, we talk about the stresses that come with being a CEO, but the real question is how you can change your thinking so that you don’t get stressed out and exhausted? Most of you had previous employment and had to adjust...

Send us Fan Mail No matter who you are, what you’re doing or the position you hold, you will experience stress in your life. Unfortunately it's unavoidable. There are many variables to which you experience stress but the way you handle it makes all the difference.  In this episode, we discuss stress in a deeper meaning and how us entrepreneurs can combat the stress that we experience.  In thi...

Send us Fan Mail According to the American Psychiatric Association more than 1 in 4 people report they anticipate experiencing stress. And over 25% of people anticipate stress at the start of this year.  In this episode, we discuss deeper into what stress is! Stress is a normal part of life but more often than not, when you’re stressed, you tend to put things on the back burner, not able to get th...

Send us Fan Mail 89% of team members say the lack of collaboration and communication is the main reason why there are so many failures in the workplace.  We often wonder why people leave. What I mean is that no matter the industry you’re in, if you have an employee or contractor, having an open door policy is important.  An open door policy is a communication style between those you manage and tho...

Send us Fan Mail “Some of our important choices have a timeline. If we delay a decision, the opportunity is gone forever. Sometimes our doubts keep us from making a choice that involves change. Thus an opportunity may be missed.”-James E. Faust  As entrepreneurs, we have to make many decisions, and in the last episode, we discussed the process. In this episode, we brought on Lara to discuss the de...

Send us Fan Mail Everyday you make a decision but if you don’t have an effective way of doing so, your outcome won’t be to your favor. Oftentimes as entrepreneurs, we get so caught up in what others say and how to do things because their way is the right way! But ultimately, it’s up to you!  In this episode, Dana and Sara discuss how decisions make or break your day to day operations. We touch on...

Send us Fan Mail Organizing your home is like organizing your business.  In this episode, Dana and Sara bring on a guest, Joyce who owns two businesses: Tri Parish Decluttering Services—- which is a home based decluttering service in which she shows you and helps you find all the ways to stay organized in your home.  And Heavenly Bodies Wellness, which has a great story behind it. You don't w...

Send us Fan Mail Start by recognizing and determining the challenges you’re facing. When you’re to recognize what’s in front of you, you can then establish a routine that is catered towards you, your lifestyle and your goals.  In this episode, Dana and Sara discuss time management but know this, you have to find out what works for you. Time management is the process of planning and organizing how...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re not organized, your work is not going to get done effectively.  By definition, organizational skills are your abilities to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, set goals, and develop systems for achieving those goals. Entrepreneurs with good organizational skills can juggle multiple responsibilities simultaneously, stay focused on deadlines.  In this episode, Dana...

Send us Fan Mail When we talk about connections, what we really mean is building relationships and keeping them strong. As an entrepreneur, you're probably eager to connect with like-minded individuals who can help your business grow. Building these connections is essential to success in the long run. Remember, every business is unique, so everyone's needs and wants will be different. Bu...

Send us Fan Mail “The mind that opens a new idea never returns to its original size.” - Albert Einstein  That is the truth. As an entrepreneur, you started this journey because of curiosity. If you weren’t that one bit curious, you wouldn't be here. As you're curious you mind wonder and this will help you develop new ideas, products or services.  As an entrepreneur, having curiosity will...

Send us Fan Mail “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts”. –W. Churchill In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business world, success comes down to the mindset you adopt. It doesn’t matter if you’re an employer or a self-employed entrepreneur, having a growth mindset can make all the difference. In this episode, Dana and Sara discuss what a growth...