Small Business Miracles Podcast

Cynthia Robinson drops into the studio for a conversation about self publishing! Do you have an idea for a book that keeps rattling around in your head? Cynthia is the founder of LaunchCrate Publishing , where she makes it easy to self publish, to learn about writing a manuscript, and all while making the financial picture shift in favor of the creatives for a change.

Don Jalbert knows trade shows, and he’s ready to share that wisdom with you. This podcast is loaded with tips and tricks for trade shows and brand activations, with expertise and advice from Exhibit Associates where Don is a Partner. How can we get the best bang for the buck in terms of ROI? Listen in to Don’s 4 hacks and find out.

From executive presence coaching to giving companies an edge with emotional intelligence, Rich Bracken does it all. And by all, we mean those things, plus being a DJ, and emcee, a client service expert… the list goes on and on. He’s even built a playlist of “must sing out loud songs” to give you the energy to complete your to-do list. In today’s marketing tip, we ask what AI knows about your compa...

We’re joined by Casie Murff - an entrepreneur and master barber with a heavy technology background he just can’t shake. We learn about his newest concept, The BeVel Grooming Lounge , and dive into his model and their exceptional customer experience. In today’s marketing tip, are you feeling pressure to be on every social media platform with your business? We’re here to give you a break.

Dave Tingley is the Sales Director at Kansas City WinAir Company, and an entrepreneur who has been there and styled that in the barber shop world. In today’s tip, what is your website telling a prospective new employee?

Are you feeding your pet raw food or dry? Grain free? A rotational diet with novel proteins? The secret to keeping your pet happy and healthy starts with food, and there’s no better expert in the Kansas City metro area than Debra Manfield, owner of Four Paws Pantry & Spa . In today’s marketing tip, we’re continuing our marketing tips on AI’s impact on Search Engine Optimization with strategies...

Today, the call is coming from inside the house. And there isn’t a better person to talk to than EAG Advertising & Marketing’s own Wynn Shepard, Director of Web Product, when the topic is Search Engine Optimization and AI search. We’re going to find out why we see what we see in search. We’re also seeing new traffic to websites from AI and business owners want to know how to get ranked for AI...

It can be inspiring to talk to Lindsey Rood-Clifford, the President & CEO of Starlight Theatre . Starlight continues to innovate in the community, with programming and performances that inspire. Where else can you watch The Lion King and hear an actual lion roar next door at the zoo? In this week’s marketing tip, sometimes you just need to ask why.

Dr. Donetta Watson and Lisa Watson from The Black Mastermind Group bring the energy to this week’s episode. The potholes on the road to entrepreneurship can be plentiful — and the way to navigate the road ahead is through education and access to capital. But that’s okay - because they’re here to give you the GPS you need to succeed. In this week’s marketing tip, we dive deeper into AI Search — per...

In today’s episode, we hear about the small business journey of Porshia Mitchell, who saw a need for a flexible event space and brought her vision to life. From engineer to entrepreneur, Porshia has created a community space that continues to support small businesses and event attendees alike. In today’s marketing tip, we learn about how AI searches are different than the way you’re used to search...

This week we have a conversation with Sherrie Ortiz, the entrepreneur and founder behind Just One Day Tours, a fully curated tours company designed to make your time in Kansas City fun and hassle-free. In today’s marketing tip, we talk about judging creative without your eyes.

This week we sit down with entrepreneur, consultant and trainer Sarah Wolters of Sarah Wolters Company and learn how to make sure the right voices are heard within your organization so you can be successful. In today’s marketing tip, a quick word about why you want to be in the top 3 search positions. https://www.sarahwoltersco.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmorefield/

Shawn Lee House is a Professional Photographer and the entrepreneur behind Shawn Lee Photography & Art. Her approach to corporate branding and imagery is designed to get you on the same page quickly, presenting your brand in the best light. For today’s small business marketing tip, we talk about why you want to rank higher in search engine results. https://www.justshawnlee.com https://www.inst...

If you can stomp once and clap twice, STEP Movement can teach you how to step for the rest of your life! This week we hear about the steps CEO and Founder Jacquinta Nelson took to create STEP Movement and bring a step community to life in Kansas City. In today’s marketing tip, we consider where on the floor we want that trade show booth at our next conference.

Instructional designers can help your business move the needle when it comes to education and training. But don’t take our word for it — you should hear it from Tory Hord of Tory Hord Consulting ! In today’s marketing tip, how many different ways can you use that great content piece on your website? It’s a lot, as it turns out

Whir is a new proximity-based platform where customers can find deals and events, and business owners can drive foot traffic from those customers. We talk to Co-Founder & CEO Blake Coffee about the process to launch, where he’s headed next and creating a self-taught curriculum to make it all happen. In today’s marketing tip, we talk about why it’s so difficult to get apples-to-apples compariso...

AlphaGraphics Kansas City’s President and Owner Haley Haar has confidence in her team. Enough confidence to say “Call me if you have an idea that ‘can’t be done.” That’s bold, unless you back it up the way they do. Hear about her approach to creative problem solving and everything you wanted to know about AlphaGraphics in our featured segment! But first, what’s the image you’re putting out there a...

On this episode, we underscore the importance of gathering great Google reviews as we talk to Jennifer & Eric Benz, the owners of Click Fun Photo Booth ! In our marketing tip, some things are about to change in search, thanks to AI.

Who doesn't love a clip show?!? We're taking a retrospective look at the amazing entrepreneurs and nonprofit execs we've spoken with in 2024 and shared a few shareable moments to re-gift. Speaking of holidays, be sure to listen to the end to catch our special holiday show music created by your talented friends at EAG - we think we're hilarious.

Generating Income for Tomorrow (GIFT) has been prolific since their founding in 2020 — and their impact on black-owned businesses has been strong. In this week’s show, Co-Founder and CEO Brandon Calloway talks with us about growing GIFT and changing lives. In this week’s marketing tip, is your company telling a story worth re-telling?

Continuity is A 501(c)3 organization expanding diversity in media production through skills-based training, mentorship and opportunities for untapped talent. And they do that in part through a series of CREW Workshops that demystify and spotlight the variety of roles on a production set while jump-starting Missouri film industry careers. We learn more from instructor and freelance filmmaker Angela...

Ray Ruecker leads Connect 5000, a Kansas City-based lead generation and inside sales training and consulting firm. Listen to our interview with Ray for sales wisdom, a cold-calling hall of fame opener and entrepreneurial advice! In today’s tip, we suggest applying for that award.

Today’s podcast features Sertoma International’s Executive Director, Jason Camis. He’s leading Sertoma and the Hearing Aid Project on the next step in its 100-year+ journey to serve mankind in communities across the continent. In today’s marketing tip, it’s okay to let that email subscriber unsubscribe, as long as you’re paying attention.

Co-owners Lenora and Rickey Leathers knew the way they wanted the business to run, even though the rest of the industry was headed in a different direction. From there, Savvy Salon KC built and implemented a model that works. In today’s tip we encourage you to watch a user browse your website. And if that statement terrifies you, it’s past time to make it happen.

Michael Mackie is a renaissance marketer and media expert who has interviewed just about every famous person you’ve ever thought of twice. He’s taken his wealth of experience and applied it to creating and improving your personal brand. Get ready for quick, captivating and clickable content. In today’s marketing tip, let’s talk about your brand standards!