Business Insanity Talk Radio

Segment‌ ‌1,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ Social media platforms seem to be shifting…and soon there will be a new one on the block called RealAF – introduced by actress and model Arielle Raycene.Segment‌ ‌2‌,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌12:00‌:‌ Marketplaces are notoriously hard to start. Do you bring the buyers or the sellers first? But once they get started, they can be a goldmine... and that's a problem. Shirish Nadkarni shares how online marketplaces are creating modern monopolies.Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with Lloyed Lobo,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌There are a lot of ways to grow a business. Many people use product-led growth or sales and marketing-led growth. But what about community-led growth? ‌Lloyed Lobo shares how he grew his business using his community. SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with Kevin Flynn,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 23:15:‌ ‌ ‌I’ve been using Zoho One for many years to run my business. I was recently at the annual Zoholics meeting and spoke with some of their customers, including Kevin Flynn of Premier Opthalmic, about how Zoho has revolutionized their businesses. SEGMENT‌ ‌3 with Laura Lady,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 40:45‌:‌ ‌ ‌Getting a product into retail stores is a particularly difficult challenge. Lara Lady, founder of FryAway, is here to share what has worked for her!Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

What Is 'Awkwardly Confident'? Our next guest says awkwardness is a secret weapon for risk-taking at work. Henna Pryor, who is a Professional Executive Coach + Workplace Performance Expert, is here to share her tips on being the bravest you. Henna Pryor is a highly sought-after Workplace Performance Expert and an award-winning 2x TEDx and global keynote speaker, executive facilitator, and coach. Her clients call her their “secret weapon for impossible change,” an honor she wears proudly. She’s known for her science-backed approach to improving the performance, habits, and actions of hungry high achievers – in her fun, no-nonsense, no-jargon way – to move them from their first level of success to their next one.Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

We don’t often talk about how religion and politics affect small businesses on this show, but we are in this episode—especially in light of current events and an upcoming election. Who better to discuss this with than my small business colleague, Brian Moran.Brian Moran is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs achieve their objectives and run better businesses. He is the founder and CEO of the community platform SmallBusinessEdge. With a global team of subject matter experts, Brian leverages his 30+ years of experience in the small to midsize business market to assist entrepreneurs with everything from social media to accessing growth capital to expanding into the global marketplace.--Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

Startups are now buying properties and attracting first-time real estate investors to purchase shares of homes. Who is this good for? Our next guest, Amanda Hoover, wrote an article about this in one of the most recent issues of Wired Magazine called "Your Next Landlord Could Be 100 Random People" at WIRED.com. We discuss the motivations behind investing in these startups, the proposition for customers and investors, and the potential impact on local communities and home ownership. Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

We’re celebrating episode #750 of the Small Business Radio Show with Scott Jordan, the CEO of SCOTTeVEST, who was on the very first episode on July 1st, 2008. He discusses his 20+ year entrepreneurial journey, including his controversial Shark Tank episode and becoming the first clothing company to use the internet as their sole form of distribution.We also share a special tribute to all our amazing guests over the past 15 years, including Steve Case, Robert Herjavec, Barbara Cocoran, Daymond John, Ken Blanchard, Craig Newmark, Susan Caine, Brad Keywell, Ken Burns, Guy Kawasaki, William Hung, JJ Ramberg, Tony Hsieh, Marcus Lemonis, Dan Pink, Penelope Trump, Brian Tracy, Adam Greenburg, Fran Tarkenton, Tim Ferris, Michael E Gerber, and Seth Godin.Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with Ben Schreiner,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌What challenges are impacting small business leaders today, and how can they stay competitive and drive more business value for their customers? Ben Schreiner is here to share how unleashing the power of the cloud can transform your small business. SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with ‌Hank Dearden,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 21:45‌:‌ ‌ I’ve been using Zoho One for many years to run my business. I was recently at the annual Zoholics meeting and spoke with some of their customers, including ‌Hank Dearden of ForestPlanet, about how Zoho has revolutionized their businesses.SEGMENT‌ ‌3 with David Clifford,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 37:15‌:‌ ‌I also met up with David Clifford of Tectonic Advisors at the annual Zoholics meeting to hear how he uses Zoho to grow his business. Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

In this episode of the Small Business Radio show, host Barry Moles welcomes guest Carol Roth. They discuss Carol's new book, "You Will Own Nothing," which explores the prediction made by the World Economic Forum that people will own nothing by 2030 and be happy. They delve into the implications of this prediction on wealth creation and the changing global financial order. They also touch on topics such as the impact of the war in Ukraine, the state of the US economy, the challenges of home ownership, the rise of subscription services, and the concentration of power in technology companies.Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with Mark DiMassimo,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌We are going to see more AI deepfakes and the hoaxes they create. How are AI deepfakes going to affect your small business this year and how can you use them for “good, not evil”?SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with Anthony Iannarino,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 21:30:‌ ‌ ‌How do you find a proven formula for consistently increasing revenue? Anthony Iannarino is here to help us get practical, tactical, and pragmatic about our sales strategy and then do the actual work.SEGMENT‌ ‌3 with Brad Close,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 48:45‌:‌ ‌ ‌A lot has happened with small businesses over the last three years, especially in relation to government. The pandemic aid, the debt deal… what's going on now? What does the future hold?--Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

When it comes to technology, it seems like the only things people are talking about these days are ChatGPT and AI and how it is going to change our businesses and our world. Here to explain it to us is John Lawson.John Lawson discusses the impact of ChatGPT and AI on small businesses and the world. He digs into the fear and uncertainty surrounding AI and considers the potential for AI to replace jobs, the need for regulation, and the importance of small businesses embracing AI. Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

Why do reasonable people believe unreasonable things on social media that could not possibly be true—like Hilary Clinton running a sex ring out of a pizza shop, or that Donald Trump somehow is still president and operating the country? Why do so many people repeat these lies and memes on social media and what does it cost us?Host Barry Moltz and guest Katherine Cross, a PhD candidate in information science, discuss the dangers of social media and the reasons why people believe false information on these platforms.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with Elizabeth Pearson,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌LinkedIn is a great professional tool for business development and career networking, but too many people overshare and it can hurt their careers. Elizabeth Pearson shares the details of why you should never overshare on LinkedIn and what content you should be sharing.SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with Marc Fishman,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 17:40:‌ ‌I was recently at the annual Zoholics meeting and spoke with some of Zoho's customers, including Marc Fishman of CodeFish, about how Zoho has revolutionized their business. Watch the video interview with Mark FishmanSEGMENT‌ ‌3 with Brett Crozier,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 36:15‌:‌ ‌ ‌Brett Crozier had a 30-year naval career as a fighter pilot and commanding officer of the world’s most powerful vessels. Enjoy lessons in life, loyalty, and leadership from this Maverick Navy Captain.Sponsored by SalesDrive, LLCThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://w

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with Richard A. Moran,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ Too many times in business, people respond with a single word: “whatever.” That should never be an appropriate response to a team that is trying to serve their customers and grow their business. Our first guest has a lot to say on this subject. SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with Marc H. Morgenstern,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 16:30: How does a professional deal-maker handle uncertain business and economic times? Marc Morgenstern is here to help you make a deal in your small business.SEGMENT‌ ‌3 with Nick Adler,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 36:00:‌ One of the fastest growing areas of the workforce are the self-employed – people that work for themselves and mainly by themselves. What special challenges do these people face and what resources are out there to help?Sponsored by SalesDrive, LLC-- Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/33064

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with Steve McKee,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ There are key times throughout the year and during a transaction with a client when business is won and lost. If you aren’t aware of when those times are or don’t give 100% when it happens, you will never get the business. Steve McKee shares how to recognize those moments and make the most of them.SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with ‌Mark A. Mears,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 31:45:‌ ‌ ‌Ask any small business owner and they will tell you they want to grow their business. But why? To make more money? To make more of a difference with clients? Too many times growing your business is just a knee-jerk reaction. Mark Mears is here to help us find purposeful growth for our companies.Sponsored by SalesDrive, LLC-- Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3306444/advertisement

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with ‌Milan Kordestani,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌One of the biggest problems facing this world is the lack of civil discourse. It didn’t start with Donald Trump but certainly, he has broken norms as to what is acceptable at even the highest level. The lack of accountability and the ability to post things anonymously on social media also has been incredibly destructive to civility in our communications. Where do we go from here?SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with Mike Gardon,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 18:45‌:‌ ‌ ‌FOMO – fear of missing out – is a very real phenomenon. Unfortunately for a lot of business folks, there is also choice overload. How do you deal with it, especially if you are not rooted in a solid professional calling?SEGMENT‌ ‌3 with ‌Joey Coleman,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 35:45‌:‌ ‌ ‌We all know that it is a lot more difficult to get a new client than keep an existing one…but too many businesses look like revolving doors with new customers coming in the front door and old ones going out the back. How do we never lo

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with ‌Dr. Christopher Croner,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌Some of the most critical people to hire in any organization are the salespeople, and one of the biggest places where people consistently hire the wrong people is in the sales department. Dr. Croner has a solution on how to find the best salesperson that gets results.SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with Karen Barson,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 32:15:‌ Inflation is a main driving point behind the decision to start a new business, as many people are looking to develop new revenue streams to increase their income. What are the keys to starting a business during these inflationary times?Sponsored by SalesDrive, LLC--Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with Frank Cullen,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌One of the most talked about issues with people changing jobs or selling their companies is the necessity and validity of non-compete agreements. This employment law varies by state with California being the strictest against people signing them. Are they and should they be legal is something that the FTC is discussing and their decision could affect 30 million people.SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with Bashar J. Katou,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 32:30:‌ ‌ ‌Lots of people are looking for a side hustle these days and one of the easiest to start is Amazon’s FBA - Fulfillment by Amazon. What are the keys to being successful with a Fulfillment by Amazon business?Sponsored by SalesDrive, LLC-- Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with ‌Monica Parker,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌How do you lead your company and still live a wonderful life? This is a question small business owners have been trying to answer forever, but it is now even more important since the COVID pandemic.SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with ‌Alan Roth,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 23:45:‌ ‌With the banking crisis, where can small businesses go to borrow money now?SEGMENT‌ ‌3 with Melissa Stephenson,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 39:45:‌ ‌ What is the cost of a talkative coworker on others’ productivity and what can a business owner do about it?Sponsored by Truly Financial.-- Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with Preston Zeller,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌A very real issue for small business owners is learning how to deal with grief, whether it be a loss of a loved one, a favorite employee, or a customer. Preston Zeller is here to normalize grief conversations and share healthy ways of dealing with grief.SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with ‌Paige Lawrence,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 17:45:‌ ‌ ‌How do Olympians mentally and physically achieve such a high level of success in their field, and what does it teach us about leading a small business? Olympian Paige Lawrence is here to share valuable insights for small business owners.SEGMENT‌ ‌3 with Jeffrey Stephens,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ 36:30:‌ ‌ ‌Unfortunately a lot of small business owners will have to deal with divorce in their business, either their own personal divorces or with their business partners. What is the best way to approach it that minimizes the effect on your business and family life?Sponsored by Truly Financial.--Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.

SEGMENT‌ ‌1 with ‌Aaron Bare,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at‌ ‌0:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌ In small business, we are always told to think big. But how do you actually do that inside your company and where do you start?SEGMENT‌ ‌2 with Mac McNeil,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 17:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌ Many small business leaders are focused on doing things right with no shortcuts and want to be held accountable to their customers. What does this look like from a leadership perspective on a day-to-day basis?SEGMENT‌ ‌3 with Charles D. McCarrick,‌ ‌‌starting‌ ‌at 36:00‌:‌ ‌ ‌We love the title of this next author’s book, “Lessons My Brothers Taught Me.” We learn a lot about how to work with people based on how our early family functions.Sponsored by Truly Financial.-- Visit Barry's Blog for complete show notes.