Small Business Miracles Podcast

Caleb Blankenship is the owner of Body Shop Gym & Personal Training . There, he’s focused on improving customer service interactions to set his business apart from the competition — finding that balance between tough love, compassion, and knowledge. There’s a lot entrepreneurs can learn from his approach! In today’s small business marketing tip, is video part of your next strategic plan?

Alex Beltrame from F.I.T. Muscle & Joint clinic joins us to talk about their unique combination of specialists that combine to help patients do everything from walk up the stairs with groceries to finding that elusive par 4 birdie. In today’s marketing tip, is that special marketing opportunity special enough?

In Emerson & Company’s 18 years of experience, they’ve been known to roll up their sleeves, get to work, and solve problems for their clients. CEO and Founder Tim Emerson takes us on a tour from back office and payroll to insurance and bookkeeping, and throws out some advice about being patient. In our marketing tip we ask a really nuanced question: do you own your own website?

Datasource Background Screening Services is celebrating a big milestone this year, and it’s easy to see why. Amazing culture, integrations with your favorite HR systems, and a service-focused staff working hard to be the best. In today’s marketing tip, let’s make sure you have a meaningful unique selling proposition!

Creating smiles and laughter for people of all ages and walks of life, including your next business event. Dennis Porter is the entertainer and entrepreneur behind Happy Faces Entertainment . His business is funny. Literally.

In this episode we sit down with Taeler Roberts, founder of Kai Strategic Media , to talk about the role of good organic social media. All shoutouts to DuoLingo's social team and Don Draper. In today's tip we find out when it's appropriate to buy your own brand name in your paid search marketing.

Boodleshire Aquatics owner Brian Blake decided it was time to go all in on his aquarium business. He started with a website that drove search traffic his way — based on providing great educational content through his well-written blog. In today’s tip we ask if paid search marketing is right for you.

Paul Sackett, Founder and President of YourHR talks about developing your team to give you a vital competitive advantage. Plus, a little sous vide inspiration to cook your vegetables! In our marketing tip this week, we look at branded vs. unbranded search and what it may mean for your business.

James Worley is the entrepreneur behind Yum Yards — a service that brings gardening expertise right to your yard. James has advice for small business owners and some serious recommendations for dealing with squirrels. In today’s marketing tip, we talk about the kind of people you’re likely to have working in your marketing department — are you a unicorn or a true student of the marketing science?

When you want to know more about the people in the stands, in the audience or online, you need a full 360-view. That’s where FanThreeSixty comes in. CEO Troy Tetzlaff joins the podcast to give us insight into their fan data platform, corporate culture, and how to speak up and be heard. In our marketing tip we are taking a look at whether you should be on every social media platform.

Bitters are the spice rack for your bar. Entrepreneur Jennifer Newman of Good Bitter Best is spicing up your drink game with an amazing array of bitters, cocktail kits and even providing a kitchen home for aspiring Makers, Bakers and Shakers! Her story will have you inspired — and more than a little thirsty. In today’s marketing tip we’re going to remind you to jump on that mid-year review of your...

Getting in shape with your spouse? Coach Brian Smith of The Titan Principles has the training, nutrition (and most likely, the couples counseling) to get you to your goals. We talk tech, motivation, and small business customer service. Plus, a marketing tip to become your own customer on a regular basis.

Catalyst Development joins the podcast as our featured guests this week! COO Jenna Scott and CEO and founder Dr. Katie Ervin talk to Jeff Randolph about developing meaningful skills for your team at all levels. In today’s marketing tip, who are you communicating with when you respond to a negative review online?

The Scented Webb founder Victoria Campbell Osborne may have forgotten more about scent science than many of us will ever know, but she’s ready to guide you on that journey. She’s bringing the science and experience to help you find that signature scent to feel more confident and connected than you’ve ever been. In today’s marketing tip we’ll stay on the scent train and give you a few statistics ab...

Sandler Training Overland Park / Kansas City’s  president, Dan Stalp, joins us on the show to talk about assessing, training and coaching your sales team. Plus, EAG’s Angela Ridpath is back on for another email marketing tip.

When a company decides to improve the skills of their staff, an ongoing training program can be a real benefit — especially when the curriculum is designed just for you. Not to mention the bonus impact an ongoing training program has in keeping today's employees happy and motivated. UMKC TalentLink Executive Director Jake Akehurst sits down to talk about that and more on this episode. Plus, a quic...

First responders and veterans have an amazing resource at TheBattleWithin.org . Executive Director Justin Hoover sits down with us to talk about their programs, outcomes, wiffle ball and even a new certification program for service dogs, specifically designed to support retired veterans and first responders. For today’s tip, let’s keep an eye on that competition.

In this episode we talk to musician, creative consultant and Vine Street Brewing owner Kemet Coleman. Kemet starts us out with the release of a new track and a new album, then we get into the delicious art of brewing beer at Missouri’s first black-owned brewery. Plus, an email marketing tip with EAG’s Angela Ridpath.  https://vinestbrewing.com

Dr. Latanya Goodloe drops by to talk to us about her commercial contracting business, LRG Commercial Contracting, as well as her nonprofit Ladies that Lean — a nonprofit dedicated to incarceration prevention and supporting women after incarceration. And if that’s not enough, there’s a reality TV show on the way. Plus, a marketing tip about how your strategy should drive the tools you use, not the...

The Big Biscuit lovingly bakes more than 2 million biscuits every year — and counting. The Big Biscuit President Chad Offerdahl joins us on the podcast to talk about their 27 locations in 4 states, and the very intentional culture he’s built to drive success well into the future. In our marketing tip, we challenge you to take the “I” out of judging your creative.

Celeste Carlson used her experience as a program officer for a local community foundation to fuel her consultancy at Growing Good, where she helps nonprofits grow capacity. Listen in for tips about making sure your grant funding matches your organization’s expertise - plus a tip to target your audience after they’ve left the building.

Chef Shanita McAfee Bryant is the founder of The Prospect KC. We stop in for a coffee and conversation to talk about The Prospect KC's amazing work fighting food apartheid, promoting food education, and teaching the next generation of chefs. And you can just stop it with the cake pops anytime you want. Plus, our marketing tip is going to help you focus your marketing by helping you test the factor...

Joe Beveridge is the 4th generation President & CEO of Russell-Hampton Company. If you've ever seen a Rotary logo on any product, he's likely involved! Our conversation with Joe talks about multi-generational business ownership, expansion and acquisitions, and the 2026 World Cup, to name just a few. In this week's marketing tip, we encourage you to check those long-held assumptions about your...

We’re on location for a special episode with a group of your peers as we get expert insights and actionable strategies to ensure your business not only adapts but thrives in the evolving landscape of 2024. How’s that 2024 plan working out after Q1? Our featured panelist for this special episode includes: Rich Cornell , Senior Consultant with  RPS Benefits by Design .. Learn from Rich how to bend t...