Small Business Celebration

Joe Hay, the President of Jim Burke Ford, is known for his exceptional skills in conveying emotional selling techniques. He understands that in order to connect with customers on a deeper level, it is important to tap into their emotions and create a memorable experience. In addition to his emotional selling prowess, Joe Hay is also adept at setting projections even in the face of constantly shift...

In this video, Dr. Rafael Huezo, the proud owner of Mint Health Clinics, shares his expertise on how to make customers feel at ease by simplifying complex concepts. He also highlights the one key factor that can make your business stand out from the competition. Additionally, Dr. Huezo reminds us of the vibrant and inspiring immigrant stories that continue to thrive in America. Join Dr. Rafael Hue...

In this video, we are joined by Kat Clowes, the owner of March Consulting and Higher Scores Test Prep. Kat shares invaluable insights on the things she would avoid if given the opportunity to start over. She emphasizes the importance of embracing the unknown, as it can actually make your business stronger. Kat also discusses the challenges that come with transitioning during different times of the...

This week marks a significant milestone as we celebrate our 250th episode! We are thrilled to announce that our host, Michael i. Roberts, will be stepping into the guest seat for the first time on Small Business Celebration. It's a conversation you won't want to miss! In this special episode, Michael i. Roberts will be sharing invaluable insights he has gained from past guests on the show. He will...

Eric Cooper, one of the Co-Owners of Cooper's True Value Hardware, offers valuable insights into various aspects of running a successful business. One area he highlights is the importance of write offs and how they can actually be enjoyable. By carefully selecting donations for non-profit organizations, businesses like Cooper's True Value Hardware can not only contribute to the community but also...

Lizette Patterson, owner of Cazador Consulting Group, guides us on finding the GM to move you in the right direction, how to not alienate your old customer base, where to find businesses to grow your business, and...putting yourself in a position where you don't have to depend on anyone ever again. 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Taking On The Family Business The Second Time Around 08:52 Your Business Do...

Dax Chavez, owner of AJ's Tuxedo Junction in Bakersfield, guides us on how to build your book of business, that you don't need a website for your business, the secret of successful weight loss, and...the safety of a long table! 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Taking On The Family Business The Second Time Around 08:52 Your Business Doesn't Need A Website 14:32 How To Build Your Book Of Business 17:44 Who...

Dr. Shweta Agarwal, owner of A La Mode Luxury Aesthetics, guides us on, why / where you go for advice to set direction, using Disneyland tickets to nudge someone, when building a part-time business, how do you set aside time for family, and...passing a test to determine you direction in life at 15 years of age? 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Taking A Chance On A Big Life 09:36 Why / Where Do You Go For...

Emma Valdivia, owner of The Poke Express, guides us on growing your business beyond the farmer's market, at what age do you get your kids involved with your business, the business opportunities locally vs abroad, and...you get more tips if you have your kids work for you! 00:00 Introduction 01:02 Taking The Business From The Farmer's Market To The Next Level 07:07 The Pitfalls To Avoid When You Ex...

Lauralea Blake, owner of Montana Sky Boutique and Gifts, guides us on a next step to grow your business beyond the Farmer's Market, the relationship you need with your life-partner to underwrite your business, why you need your own Farmer's Market to grow your business, and...the impact of a fourth-grade teacher. 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Grow Your Business Beyond The Farmer's Market 07:51 The Rela...

Jeffery Gutierrez, owner of DeWalt Corporation guides on the best employee quality to take over your business, leaving a lasting mark on a service organization, best advice from an accountant, and...a double century ride? 00:00 Introduction 00:38 The Big Surprise 10:04 The Best Employee Quality To Take Over Your Business 18:43 How To Leave Your Mark On Your Service Organization 29:10 Final Thought...

Justin Powers, Founder / Owner of Kernville Cowork, guides us on getting community through the door, membership retention that works, how to deal with emotional vacancy, and...what do you do when the most devastating wildfire in history displaces your community? 00:00 Introduction 00:51 Bringing Working Community Home 12:28 Getting Community Through The Door 25:21 Membership Retention That Works 3...

This is a long-format episode that combines episodes #214-#218 for those long trips (or background conversation while you work). Enjoy! Imagine changing the approach for your business from one part of the state to another. Is there business life after franchise? Fighting customer inflation shock; making your online retail business a hit; and the tipping point from when your hobby becomes a busines...

Chef Lino, Co-Owner of Chef Lino Creates, guides us on your menu to accommodate change, how to hold onto staff, the challenge in trying to please two different demographics, and...what do you do when you're a restaurant and your sever backs up every time you have an event for SIX MONTHS STRAIGHT! 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Getting Back Into The Business You Didn't Want To Be In 14:22 Changing Your M...

Ben Laverty IV, C.O.O. of Californian Safety Training Corporation, guides us on making your training stick to others, make gamified training work, the impact of what what he inherited came to light, and...the consequences from the rules you make that you do not expect. 00:00 Introduction 00:41 From 1st Graders Back To The Family Business 11:22 Making Your Training Stick! 24:10 Does Gamification Wo...

Imagine turning your showroom into a place to increase community engagment? Or how about training your employees to think ahead? Have you thought about becoming your own Chamber of Commerce? Or, here's the big one, what if you wanted to start a non-profit that thinks and acts like a business?...To the point that it has products and services or donations for long-term sustainability? (Imagine that?...

Dawn Howard, owner of Onsite Medical Services, guides us on discovering diabetes from an eye doctor, teaching how to "roll with the punches," how to integrate a new child once your business is up and running, and...how would your business change if a newborn was suddenly left with you to take care of? 00:00 Introduction 00:49 Driving Four Hours Plus A Day To Get Told No! 10:38 How To Teach Persist...

Douglas Carothers, Partner at Personal Ag Management, guides us on how to leave your mark on the family business, how to be creative in a conformist business, why talking to legislators about your industry can make a difference, and...a feather pushing a boulder? 00:00 Introduction 00:27 Why Talking To Your Legislators Can Make A BIG Difference 10:50 Growing To Leave Your Mark On The Family Busine...

Dr. Atul Aggarwal, owner of Atul Aggarwal MD Cardiology Clinic, guides us on understanding what you have here, how you do the business of medicine, you have your student loans paid off...now what?, and...go out riding before the storm! 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Understanding What You Have Here 07:01 How You Do The Business Of Medicine 13:36 You've Paid Off Your Student Loans...Now What?! 20:52 Fina...

Amanda DiGiacomo, owner of Atlas Financial Solutions, guides us on why having an LLC may be a waste of money, how to speak to your people, fixing your books during years 3, 4, 5 of your business, and...the "yes" from behind the waterfall. 00:00 Introduction 00:30 The Business You Start When You Get Fired? 09:32 Why An LLC May Be A Waste Of Money 19:34 How To Speak To Your People 27:41 Final Though...

Jason Maples, owner of Bakersfield eSports Center, guides us on the biggest draw: socializing, planning for a future you hope you can attain, finding community partners to grow, and...finding the heart in community. 00:00 Introduction 00:25 3am Breakthrough! 09:18 Planning For A Future You Hope To Attain 14:24 Finding Community Partners To Grow 20:32 Final Thoughts: "For Me" 24:02 Credits / Dad Jo...

Mike Saba, realtor with Watson Realty, guides us on what to do when you fail the real estate exam, how to convey you're a contractor like anyone else, helping your sales people be more organized, and...what do you do when you overhear a conversation between two professional football-bound players? 00:00 Introduction 00:26 What To Do When You Fail The Real Estate Exam 08:34 How To Convey You're A C...

Jennifer Woodward, owner of Jennifer Woodward Nutrition, guides us on how to thank your future, former clients, saying one thing while doing another, the mistletoe life lesson, and...going to a marketing company to discover your worth? 00:00 Introduction 00:27 From A Skin Condition To A Business Breakthrough! 08:33 Thanking Your Future, Former Clients 16:57 Saying One Thing While Doing Another 25:...

Jason Davenport, Founder of Allied Potato, guides us on what to do when a family member wants to put you out of business, how to have suppliers change the way they do things for you, why understanding people from other cultures is important to the growth of your business, and...getting away form a graduating class of 60! 00:00 Introduction 00:28 Getting Away From A Graduating Class Of 60 11:21 Fam...

Shannon O'Brien, owner of O'Brien Technologies, guides us on what it's like solidifying your business to others, finding that balance between human interaction and automation, the ethical implications of AI, and...overloading yourself because you're getting board. 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Solidifying Your Business For Yourself 10:10 The Balance Between Human Interaction and Automation 17:42 The Et...