Nothing Small About Business

Branding photography and AI for small business are the focus of this episode of Nothing Small About Business , where host Sara Press talks with branding photographer Eric Bohl about what actually makes a brand's visual content work. Eric breaks down why understanding a client's brand identity has to come before the camera ever comes out, how website photography differs from social media photograph...

In this episode of Nothing Small About Business , host Sara Press sits down with Beth Mazza, author of Entrepreneur Like a Mother , for a candid conversation on what it really takes to build a business as a woman entrepreneur and mom. Beth breaks down how to design a business around your life instead of the other way around, why networking and a trusted "kitchen cabinet" of advisors matter more th...

Host Sara Press sits down with fashion entrepreneur Cydney Mar to talk QVC success, product development, and the market feedback every founder needs to hear. Full Episode Description In this episode of Nothing Small About Business , host Sara Press interviews fashion and product development expert Cydney Mar about her journey from national figure skater to successful entrepreneur and QVC seller. C...

Sara Press talks with Lake Mitchell about the path from military service, industrial engineering, and bodybuilding into tax strategy and entrepreneurship. Lake breaks down when business owners should start thinking about tax planning, where people commonly go wrong, and why structure matters. In addition to taxes, they cover how Lake built her brand, why personality matters in content, how she man...

Most networking advice tells you to go to more events, collect more business cards, add more connections. Dana Flanagan says that's exactly backwards. In this episode, Sara Press talks with Dana Flanagan, founder of The Authority Architect and Capital Society, about what actually works when it comes to building your personal brand and growing the right relationships, not just more of them. After t...

Padel is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, and its about to hit America with the same enthusiasm. In this episode, Sara Press talks with Ben Nichols, founder and CEO of Padel22, about building an entire sport's business and culture from the ground up in a market that barely knows it exists. Ben spent nearly 20 years running communications for some of the biggest names in global sport...

Sara shares insights from 40 episodes of her podcast, including tips for pitching guests, starting a podcast, and effective on-camera setup. She discusses lessons learned, how to build a podcast foundation, and ways to leverage podcasts for marketing. Follow Sara on LinkedIn and Instagram Email: sara@press-edit.com podcasting, podcast tips, guest pitching, content creation, marketing, podcast setu...

Most people who get a shot at reality TV stardom either make it big or fade out quietly. McKenzie Lyng did neither. She turned a season of Golf Channel's Big Break into the spark for a company that now runs thousands of events a year and pays out millions of dollars to female professional golfers chasing the LPGA dream. In this episode, Sara Press talks with McKenzie about her path from competitiv...

Most agency founders can get their business to $1 million. Almost none of them know how to take it to $10 million, and Nick Avaria says that gap is exactly where he lives. Nick is the founder of Agency Acquisitions, where he's bought and sold seven agencies and consulted with dozens more on how to scale profitably without burning out their founders or their teams. In this episode, Sara Press sits...

Former NBA G league President, youngest Burger King Franchisee and now author and business consultant, Peter Ricciardi joins Sara Press today and shares how thinking counterintuitively and focusing on customer and employee experience can dramatically boost your business success. Learn practical strategies, mindset shifts, and real-world examples to transform your approach and avoid costly mistakes...

Sara sits down with Jimmy Moore as he shares his inspiring journey from martial arts and military service to building a successful fintech company that champions small businesses. Discover lessons on resilience, leadership, and innovative payment solutions that can transform your business approach. business growth, payment processing, small business, fintech, leadership, resilience, martial arts,...

Before Haskell Noah was a CPG founder , he was over 330 pounds and that personal transformation is one of the reason Yo's FroYo exists. In this episode, Sara sits down with Haskell as he shares how his own journey with weight loss shaped his mission to create something sweet and satisfying, but portion-controlled and low-calorie, so other people could enjoy dessert without the guilt. We go deep in...

Got expertise? You’ve got a business. In this episode of Nothing Small About Business , Sara sits down with Bryan McAnulty, founder of Heights Platform, to break down how creators and entrepreneurs can turn what they know into online courses, memberships, and digital products that actually scale. Bryan shares why niche selection matters more than most people think, how AI tools are changing the ga...

Turning a family legacy into a spicy social media sensation...this episode features Alex, a young food mogul, sharing his journey from vending machines to disrupting the spice industry all while building his brand in plain sight (and with a lot of humor). Buckle up for lessons on staying authentic, leveraging social media, and reinventing old-school branding. Host: Sara Press - Follow on Instagram...

What does it actually take to walk away from a career you’ve built and bet on yourself? Danielle Oyasu did exactly that and today she’s the founder and CEO of Beautifully New, a growing business that just opened its second location. In this episode, Sara and Danielle get into all of it: the pivot, the grind, the wins, the hard lessons, and what it really means to build something that lasts. Daniel...

For more than 26 years, AJ Singh has been building and leading Modularis in an industry defined by constant change. In this episode of Nothing Small About Business, AJ joins Sara and shares what it takes to navigate decades in the technology space, adapt through evolving markets, and continue growing as both a leader and entrepreneur. But this conversation goes far beyond business. AJ opens up abo...

Robb Fahrion shares his journey from bootstrapping a marketing agency with $15,000 to building a multimillion-dollar business. He discusses core principles of success, navigating change, effective marketing strategies, and the impact of AI on marketing today. Host: Sara Press - CEO Press Edit Guest: Robb Fahrion- CEO Flying V Group Chapters 00:00 Building a Business from Scratch 04:01 Navigating C...

Sara Press is joined by Gina, Danielle, and Deonna as theyspill the tea on turning creative chaos into Party al Portico! Think pumpkin schlepping, porch decorating, and strategic fun. Buckle up, because this episode is a heartwarming mix of hustle, humor, and how to keep your side gig joyful without losing your mind or your weekends. These women prove hustle doesn’t have to be all stress; sometime...

The best way to stand out in today's noisy inbox isn't another spammy email, but a genuine handwritten note. Meet David Wachs, CEO of Handwrytten and the guy who took his tech talents from selling startups to building robots that are writing thousands of handwritten notes a day. David's wild ride from a rock bottom to selling his company then his ventures to building the largest automated handwrit...

Ever wonder what your body language, tone, and words say about you before you even open your mouth? Today’s guest, Robert Kennedy III, joins Sara and he's dropping major wisdom bombs on how mastering communication is less soft skill and more essential, especially if you're a small biz owner or entrepreneur. Buckle up, because this chat is packed with hacks to speak smarter, connect deeper, and yes...

Ready to stop hiring a middle ground of "kind of fits" and start landing rockstar candidates? This episode spills the tea on mastering the art (and science) of recruitment with some hilarious tech horror stories along the way. Whether you're a startup founder or just tired of ghosting candidates, we've got you this episode: The crucial first step: knowing exactly who you need before hiring How sma...

Hold onto your hemp leaves, folks! Today Sara dives into how one wellness brand decided to pivot from brick-and-mortar to online, and still managed to stay high in customer trust. The CEO of Kerwell, Bryan Christopher opens up about making smart, data-driven decisions and knowing when to say goodbye is the secret sauce. Host: Sara Press @withsarapress Kerwell Wellness — Explore their e-commerce pl...

In this insightful interview, Sara sits down with Michelle Glogovac, the podcast matchmaker, as she shares her expertise on leveraging podcasts for personal branding, storytelling, and PR. Discover how to craft authentic stories, repurpose content effectively, and navigate the evolving landscape of AI in podcasting. Host: Sara Press @withsarapress Guest: Michelle Glogovac Website - https://themlgc...

Today Sara is joined by Bryan Clayton as he shares his entrepreneurial journey from a lawn mowing business to building a successful tech platform, GreenPal. He highlights lessons on growth, scaling, mentorship, and personal development. Sara and Bryan dive into: Building a business from scratch Scaling and preparing for acquisition Mentorship and learning asynchronously Balancing personal growth w...

Starting a podcast is easy but keeping up with it is where everyone seems to quit. In this short solo episode, Sara dives in to the concept of a "mini" podcast series for small businesses and the massive marketing benefits it can have for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Host: Sara Press @withsarapress Small business, entrepreneur, podcast host, marketing