The Small Business Edge Podcast with Brian Moran: Recent Episodes
Brian Moran
Running a business is tough. Every day challenges and obstacles pop up that can keep you from achieving your goals. Most of the time you know what to do; you learn to rely on your own business acumen and experience; but wouldn’t it be nice to have a team of experts behind you to back you up?
The Small Business Edge podcast was created to be your team of experts. In my 25+ years of publishing magazines and newspapers for business owners, I had the good fortune to meet some incredibly smart people. I want to introduce you to these experts and have them provide you with tips and suggestions to running better companies. We will cover many of the most pressing issues facing business owners today; the things that keep you up at night.
But I don’t want the podcast, or any other program we put together for you, to simply be a monologue. I want to hear from you. Listed below are several ways to connect with me and let me know what’s on your mind. You can also ask me to cover specific areas of running a business. This podcast is YOUR podcast. Let us help you realize your dreams.
I look forward to continuing our conversation.
In this episode, Brian talks with Rebekah Rice, SVP of Business Banking and Market Executive at Bank of America, about building trusted relationships with clients, navigating digital transformation, and empowering her teams to succeed…all done in her own genuine and unique way.
In this episode: Mike Pocalyko discusses the critical aspects of risk management, fraud prevention, and cybersecurity for business owners. Key takeaways include: the importance of internal controls, employee background checks, and proper insurance to protect your business from internal and external threats.
In this episode: Chuck Cooper talks about succession planning for family-owned businesses and highlights the stark reality that entrepreneurs simply don’t want to discuss exit strategies and their legacies—sometimes, until it’s too late.
In this episode: Ciaran May, founder of Natural Resilience, shares his journey from sports therapy to coaching corporate leaders and entrepreneurs on resilience and emotional intelligence. Learn about the importance of human connection, the challenges of maintaining mental health, and the beauty and miracles of everyday life that are all around you.
In this episode, Taylor Backman, Senior Evangelist at Zoho, discusses the beginnings and evolution of Zoholics, Zoho's global community of customers. The conversation highlights the importance of building trust with customers, the unique culture of Zoho, and the value of experimenting with events to continually improve the customer experience.
In this episode, Roger Pierce, an acclaimed entrepreneurship expert, discusses the importance of communication and financial skills in business, the unique challenges faced by immigrant entrepreneurs in Canada, and strategies to overcome the fears associated with starting a business.
In this episode, Tyler Allgaier, founder and CEO of Pitted Companies, discusses key trends in e-commerce, the importance of fundamentals, and the power of personalized fulfillment.
In this episode, Dan Balcauski, founder and chief pricing officer at Product Tranquility, discusses the intricacies of pricing strategy with host Brian Moran. They explore the importance of focusing on value and differentiation, the pitfalls of cost-based and competition-based pricing, and the need to treat pricing
In this episode, Rah Mahtani, head of North American marketing at Alibaba.com, discusses the evolution and future of B2B e-commerce, the impact of AI on product sourcing, and the significance of Alibaba Guaranteed.
In this Episode: Brian celebrates America's 248th birthday by reflecting on the historical significance of July 4, 1776. He recounts the momentous day when 56 delegates from 13 colonies gathered in Independence Hall, Philadelphia, to endorse the Declaration of Independence, committing an act of treason against the British crown.
In this special episode of the Small Business Edge Podcast, Brian leads a discussion with business leaders on the economic outlook for the second half of 2024, emphasizing the importance of relationships, transparency, and strategic planning to address upcoming challenges.
In this special episode of the Small Business Edge Podcast, Brian kicks off the 2030 SMB Project series by discussing the state of digital currency with Barbara Weltman, an expert in small business taxes and the president of Big Ideas for Small Business.
In This Episode: David Rabkin, Executive Vice President at Capital One, shares results from a recent survey on how business owners are navigating challenges and leveraging technology to thrive. We discussed key strategies for resilience, the impact of digital tools, and the role of AI in small business.
In This Episode: Veronica Fernandez, SVP of Commercial Solutions at Visa, discusses solutions, resources, optimism, and the impact of digital payments, all in the name of supporting business owners.
In This Episode: Matt Doherty, an executive coach, and former NCAA basketball champion and coach, shares critical lessons from his life and career, including those learned playing basketball in “The Park” as a teenager. Great advice for business owners and leaders.
In This Episode: Mary Stephenson works with successful leaders as a coach and facilitator. She shares the keys to balanced leadership, the importance of self-care, and creating workspaces for innovation to thrive.
In This Episode: Chris and Jen Botting share their gripping story of how a life-changing birthday gift led to the early detection of Chris's kidney cancer, underscoring the life-saving importance of preventative healthcare. This episode is a must-listen for business owners looking to safeguard their future.
In This Episode: When it comes to entrepreneurship, Norm Brodsky has seen it all. He’s also experienced the highest highs and lowest lows. In this podcast with Brian Moran, Norm discusses common mistakes business owners make, the value of honest projections, and the importance of reputation over short-term gains. Business owners—plan to take plenty of notes.
In This Episode: Ron Benegbi, founder and CEO of Uplinq, and Derek Ellington, a banking executive and strategic advisor to Uplinq, discuss how Uplinq is leveraging technology and alternative data points to greatly improve the lending process to small and mid-sized companies.
In This Episode: Eileen Wixted gives listeners a master class in building a strong strategic communications strategy while successfully navigating the mine fields of crisis management. Her advice and lessons are required listening for all captains of industry!
In This Episode: Rod Kurtz, entrepreneur and storyteller, shares his journey from corporate media to entrepreneurship and emphasizes the power of authentic storytelling in building a compelling brand narrative. He discusses the importance of flexibility, customer feedback, and the innovative "bar pitch" technique, offering valuable lessons for business owners on connecting with their audience and navigating the challenges of today’s dynamic market.
In This Episode: John Wolpert, entrepreneur and innovator, discusses his recently released book: “The Two But Rule: Turn Negative Thinking Into Positive Solutions," a transformative approach that turns obstacles into opportunities for growth and innovation. Through compelling examples from the Apollo 13 mission to the inception of Calendly, Wolpert demonstrates how this mindset encourages continuous problem-solving and fosters a culture of momentum thinking in business and beyond.
In This Episode: Sean Hynes shares his views on persistence in business, informal one-on-one meetings, and dealing with personal issues in professional settings. He also discusses the importance of resilience and diversity in building effective teams.
In this Episode: Jalen Hurts and Jason Kelce aren’t the only MVPs on one of the best teams in the NFL. Jen Kavanagh leads a 50-person team that oversees the intricacies of player engagement, creative branding, and community involvement. She masterfully balances individual creativity with team identity and executes on Game Day like a 10-time Pro Bowler!
In This Episode: Ashley Hubka, SVP/GM at Walmart Business, talks about what she learned in 2023 from business owners and the communities they serve. She also tells Brian about new features Walmart Business is introducing in 2024 based on in-depth feedback from customers.
In this Episode, If you have an idea for a successful product or service and you go to Marquette University…Patrick Monahan is the guy you want to see! He runs the 707 Hub where student ideas become reality.
In this Episode: Brian speaks with Paula Chizek, CMO, Benefits and Protection, at Principal Financial about their innovative approach to employee benefits. Paula provides deep insights on balancing cost and value, engaging employees through gamification, and preparing for future trends like succession planning in workplace benefits.
In this Episode, Gregg Reid, Creative Director at 100 Studio, shares insights into the challenges and rewards of maintaining a strong, creative, and value-driven approach in branding.
In this Episode: Brian takes a deep dive into the concept of business and personal alignment with leadership consultant and author Kristin Kaufmann. They discuss everything from the importance of listening to your intuition to the transformative power of random encounters.
In this Episode: Julie Rollauer is the co-founder and Chief Learning Officer at Antidote. She and Brian explore innovative strategies in learning and development today. They discuss transforming traditional training into engaging experiences.
In this Episode: When it comes to sales and research, Sam Richter is the expert’s expert. In this podcast, Sam highlights the critical balance between leveraging AI for efficiency while maintaining the irreplaceable human touch in asking insightful questions, understanding clients' needs, and ensuring the reliability of AI-generated content.
In this Episode: Brian discusses the upcoming holiday season with Mastercard’s Ginger Siegel and Michelle Meyer. This episode provides valuable insights for small business owners, including resources like "MasterCard Digital Doors" and interactive reports from the MasterCard Economics Institute to aid in benchmarking and planning. The experts emphasize the importance of educating oneself to better predict and shape the future of one's business.
In This Episode: Amy Friedrich, President of U.S. Insurance Solutions at Principal Financial, talks about financial conversations that employers and employees in small to midsize companies should be having today. We also discuss the latest Principal Financial Well-Being Index.
In This Episode: Anthony Kieran is a serial entrepreneur from Belfast, Northern Ireland who has overcome tremendous adversity to achieve incredible success. Among his several companies, he owns the Regency Belfast, recently crowned as the “most luxurious place to stay in Northern Ireland” by Forbes magazine
In this episode, Jay Baer explains the twin themes for his new book The Time to Win: How to Exceed Your Customers’ Need for Speed. “If you give your customers time, they will give you money. If you cost your customers time, it will cost you money.”
In this Episode: Fields Jackson joins Brian on the podcast to delve into the transformative power of diversifying recruitment sources and building relationships with educational institutions. They explore how engaging with local communities and broadening hiring horizons can enrich businesses and cultivate a more inclusive workforce.
In this episode, Britt Michaelian is an artist, Reiki Master, and Quantum Healer. She also helps people and businesses heal themselves through the incredible powers of positive energy—which can be found in everything from the colors we choose, to the art we hang on our walls to the foods we eat. This is a MUST listen to podcast.
In This Episode – Tami Cannizzaro, CMO at Thryv, is on a mission to help business owners save valuable time each day by making them more efficient and productive. And it all starts with your phone. This is an excellent podcast for business owners who have no time and are always on the move.
In This Episode: Dave Moore, a Digital Advertising Entrepreneur & Executive who spent over four decades at the intersection of media, technology, and advertising, shares his best advice on being a successful leader today.
In This Episode: Katrina Klier, Senior Managing Partner of Sage Strategy Group, oversaw 200+ acquisition integrations in her career from a go-to-market perspective, which involved aspects such as sales, marketing, and customer success. She is a top expert in helping companies create profitable growth at scale. If your business is looking to grow through partnerships, strategic alliances, or acquisitions, listen to this podcast.
In This Episode: Kevin Warren, EVP and CMO at UPS, discusses UPS programs designed specifically for small businesses, his journey from Xerox to UPS, and his servant leadership style that focuses on trust, support, and facilitation. He also shares advice on how business owners can be unstoppable!
In This Episode: Claire Darley, SVP Worldwide Sales and Customer Support at Adobe talks with Brian about the future of digital work for small businesses. They discuss digital opportunities, the keys to productivity, and how to business owners need to empower their employees with tech tools and not get in their way.
In This Episode: Kurt Wilkin is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and co-Founder of Hire Better. He shares sage advice on putting together the best team for your business, how to keep them happy, when it’s time for change, and much more.
In This Episode: Bill Imada, Chairman and Chief Connectivity Officer at IW Group, runs one of the most successful and award-winning minority advertising, marketing, and communications agencies in the country. Listen to what drives Bill today and why going against his parents’ advice was something he had to do to succeed in business.
In This Episode: Kara Hoogensen, SVP of Workplace Benefits at The Principal Financial Group, returns to the podcast to discuss the latest conversations around small business and workplace benefits. There is an incredible opportunity for business owners to grow their business while retaining their best employees, and turning the ordinary into extraordinary. The magic can be found inside this episode.
In This Episode: In 2014, Jorge Gaviria started Masienda, the go-to masa brand for top chefs and in-the-know home cooks around the world. In January 2020, he was ready to move on from his role as CEO. Then, the world shut down and his company was flipped upside down. What happened next usually only happens in Hollywood movies. Jorge Gaviria took on the pandemic, and he WON!
In This Episode: Rob Levin is the Chairman and Investor in Work Better Now, a company that provides remote workforce and virtual assistant services to help business owners run their operations more efficiently. Today, his business is white hot!
In This Episode – Karen Dillon and Rob Cross are co-authors of The Micro Stress Effect, how Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems, and What to Do about It.
Their book was released this week. I spoke with Karen about microstresses—what are they, what triggers them, and how can we best deal with them.
In This Episode - Mairtin O’Muilleor has spent four decades covering the highs and lows of life and business in Belfast, Ireland. As a journalist, politician, and tireless promoter, Mairtin has poured his heart and soul into bringing the citizens of Belfast together and bringing the world to Belfast.
In This Episode – How MOBI, My Own Business Institute, is helping tens of thousands of people all over the world start and manage their own businesses in 2023.
In This Episode – In this month’s segment on “Big Business Advice for Small Business Owners,” I spoke with Ketan Karkhanis, EVP and GM of Sales Cloud at Salesforce. We had an excellent discussion on Generative AI and how it will expedite automation in small businesses, especially in the areas of sales and customer service.
In this episode, Brian speaks with Scott Sill, Executive-in-Residence at the Wharton MBA for Executives program. Scott provides excellent advice for business owners and fantastic examples of how they leave no stone unturned when examining opportunities and obstacles at The Wharton School.
In this episode, Brian asks five questions to Rudi Leuschner, an Associate Professor in the Dept. of Supply Chain Management at Rutgers Business School. Rudi offers sage advice for business owners about supply chain obstacles and opportunities in 2023.
In This Episode – Ginger Siegel is one of the best and busiest champions for small business owners. She shares tons of timely and practical advice, ideas, and ways that Mastercard is helping business owners almost every day. Hear what she has to say and then sign up for Mastercard’s programs in 2023.
In this episode, Brian speaks with Val Steed, is Director of Accountants at Zoho Corporation. They have a lively conversation about cash flow, mistakes they’ve seen along the way, and what smart business owners do to avoid cash flow traps.
In this 5 in Five episode, Barbara Weltman, Author of the J.K. Lasser Small Business Taxes 2023 Edition gives business owners advice on everything from Benefits options for 2023 to tax moves to make in 2022. Listen to Barbara’s sage advice and then call your Accountant!
In this episode, Brian and Josh Lawton discuss how business owners can better defend themselves and their companies against cyber attacks. Follow Josh’s advice and better protect your company from cyber crimes.
In this episode, Brian speaks with Rieva Lesonsky, a well-respected journalist and the Founder/CEO of Grow Biz Media. Rieva provides 4-5 excellent, practical tips for business owners to successfully manage their cash flow for the upcoming holidays. Listen, write them down, and implement in your business today.
In this episode, Laura Meyer, serial entrepreneur, and host of the “Next Level Leap” podcast discusses her upcoming book “Win-Win.” Laura outlines how to create meaningful partnerships that generate revenue for both sides. Excellent advice and key takeaways!
In this episode, Brian talks with Judi Henderson, an accidental entrepreneur who owns the largest mannequin recycling/liquidation company in the country. Judi has an amazing story to tell.
In this episode, Brian speaks with Melissa Campanelli, , Co-founder of Women in Retail Leadership Circle, and the Brand and Content Director for Total Retail. Melissa shares her insights on the upcoming holiday season for retailers and advice for small business owners. Great takeaways!
In this episode, Meaghan shares her extensive experience from working with SAP’s 23,000 partners around the globe and offers advice to business owners on how to run more efficient and productive companies.
In this episode, Brian speaks with Brandon Blell, a Professional EOS Implementer (Entrepreneurial Operating System). Brandon helps business owners get what they want from their business, but wait until you hear the path she took to get to where she is today. It is part amazing, part inspiring, and part divine intervention.
In this episode, Brian talks with Kathleen Sullivan Garman (Shipping), Rieva Lesonsky (Marketing), John Lawson (e-Commerce), and Ray Keating (Inflation/Interest Rates) to get their input on what the second half of 2022 will look like for business owners. At the end, Brian adds his three key tips for achieving your goals at the end of the year. Excellent advice!
In this episode, Brian speaks with Christine Telyan, Co-founder and CEO of UENI (pronounced You and I) a mission-driven organization that has helped build beautiful and functional websites for over 650,000 small businesses. Find out what makes UENI so special and how they can help your business compete today.
In this episode, Brian introduces a brand new segment to the Small Business Edge podcast. It’s called “Big Business Advice for Small Business Owners.” His guest for the first episode is Kara Hoogensen, SVP of Specialty Benefits at the Principal Financial Group. She shares a wealth of great information and stories to help business owners navigate the insurance maze and how to provide benefits that will help them hire and retain the best employees.
In This Episode: Vijay Ramachandran is the VP of Go To Market Experience at Pitney Bowes. Brian and Vijay discuss market trends and insights that can lead to faster and more cost-effective ecommerce operations, and better customer experiences. Vijay also shared results from PB’s BOXpoll survey responses from their shipping customers.
In This Episode: Brian speaks with Savita Jones, a second generation, Wisconsin Licensed Midwife and Founder of the Ashland Birth Center. Her company was the winner of the Barclays “Small Biz, Big Wins’ contest. They beat out over 4,700 other companies to win the $60,000 top prize. Find out what makes Savita’s company so special.
In this episode, Brian speaks with Kelly Brozyna, the State Director of the New Jersey Small Business Development Centers. They discuss available opportunities for business owners in 2022, how to take advantage of them, and how to use available resources, such as the NJSBDCs, to make the most of every opportunity.
In this episode, Brian talks to Chuck Cooper, Managing Member of Whitewater Consulting and author of Unprecedented: Building a Multi-generational Business on Trust, Respect, and the Valuing of People. They have a fascinating conversation about how the pandemic changed the role of employer and employee forever. Learn about the importance of reviewing your company culture, approach to business, leadership communications and more. Bring a pen and notepad too!
In this episode, Brian talks with Christopher Johnson, President Global Financial Services & Payments at Pitney Bowes. Christopher shared insights, statistics, and trends in both small business supply chain and cash flow. He is uniquely positioned to see the obstacles and opportunities that are on the horizon in the second half of 2022. Listen to his advice on how to navigate the uncharted waters.
In this episode, Brian and Jim Barrood discuss the state of cash flow among small business owners in 2022 and what they can expect in the 2nd half of the year. Supply Chain, Inflation, Rising Interest Rates, and other issues are keeping business owners up at night as they prepare for whatever may happen on the road ahead.
Small Business Spotlight is a new monthly segment on the Small Business Edge podcast. In this episode, Brian speaks with Leah Farrell, the owner of b.minton about starting her company in the middle of the pandemic. Leah shares her stories and lessons from getting burned out in corporate America to starting a company that makes beautiful and original self-care gift boxes for women. All items in each gift box come from fellow small business owners. It’s a great story!
In this episode, Brian and Hannah talk about her success as a franchisor and her burgeoning e-commerce business selling Giggling Pig art boxes. Hannah’s story is a remarkable one, and her future looks very bright, especially in the e-commerce space.
In this episode, Brian speaks with Kaaryn Nailor, Assistant Dean, Community Partnerships & Managing Director, Columbia-Harlem Small Business Development Center. Kaaryn shares the wonderful and innovative ways her SBDC is helping business owners in upper Manhattan successfully navigate 2022. There are LOTS of good nuggets of advice in this podcast so give it a listen!
In this episode, Brian discusses the state of black-owned companies with Jill Johnson, co-founder and CEO of IFEL, the Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership, an independent, not-for-profit organization that supports inner city economic development through entrepreneurship. They discussed how the pandemic shined a light on issues faced by black entrepreneurs that started long before the lockdown in 2020, and how they would like to see real change in the approach to recognizing and supporting black-owned companies going forward. It’s a powerful 5 in Five podcast.
In this episode, serial entrepreneur and author Shelby Scarbrough discusses her three latest projects: Her book, “Civility Rules” which was released during the pandemic, Her new company, The Global School of Entrepreneurship, and another book which came out this month titled “UNDAUNTED: The Extraordinary Life Story of the FIrst Aviator to Attempt a Solo Flight Around the World.” It’s the true story of Jimmie Mattern, Shelby’s grandfather. Lots of great content packed into 30 minutes. Definitely worth your time.
In this episode, Brian talks with John Lawson, an entrepreneur, author, and globally recognized e-commerce expert and speaker. They discuss the state of e-commerce in 2022 and how the pandemic rapidly accelerated the move to e-commerce by millions of business owners. What’s happening next in e-commerce? Listen to the podcast and find out.
In this episode, Brian talks to entrepreneur, keynote speaker, top global consultant, and author Whitney Johnson about her latest book, “Smart Growth: How to Grow Your People to Grow Your Company.” They discuss many of the obstacles facing business owners and their employees today, and how the savviest leaders are successfully navigating the “S-curves” of 2022.
In this episode, Brian gets the latest on navigating the supply chain obstacles in 2022 for small businesses from Kathleen Sullivan Garman, CEO of Sully Garman Associates and a top expert in supply chain and logistics. Five questions in five minutes.
In this episode, Brian gets the latest on navigating the supply chain obstacles in 2022 for small businesses from Kathleen Sullivan Garman, CEO of Sully Garman Associates and a top expert in supply chain and logistics. Five questions in five minutes.
In our first “5 in Five” episode, Andrew Sherman answers five questions about inflation, rising interest rates, and investing in your business. He also breaks out his crystal ball to predict the financial outlook for business owners in 2022.
In our first “5 in Five” episode, Andrew Sherman answers five questions about inflation, rising interest rates, and investing in your business. He also breaks out his crystal ball to predict the financial outlook for business owners in 2022.
In This Episode – Dave Kerpen shares his tips, secrets, and advice on what makes leaders successful. “Set the strategy and vision, hire the right people in the right seats, and assure access to capital and resources to get the job done.” Find out what else Dave has to say about time management, delegation, and what he’s doing more of now in the morning. An educational and entertaining podcast.
In this episode, Brian and Bridget discuss the results of SCORE’s “Megaphone of Main Street” fall 2021 survey. They go in-depth on what business owners are doing and still need to do to hire and retain the best employees. They also cover some of the biggest issues keeping business owners up at night and the resources SCORE provides to help them get a better night’s sleep.
In this episode, Brian talks with Gordon Henry, EVP and Chief Strategy Officer and Thryv, an end-to-end client experience platform for growing small businesses. They discuss the many obstacles and opportunities in front of business owners as we all prepare hit the ground running in 2022.
“In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.” – Sun Tzu.
There are so many moving parts this year when it comes to taxes, exemptions, credits, and changes. Brian and Barbara Weltman, noted small business tax expert, discuss the many bills working their way through Congress and what they mean to business owners. Listen to the podcast, then call your Accountant!
Hamshy Raveendran, Head of Product GTM for Samsung America’s B2B Mobile group, talks to Brian about the future of mobile technology (e.g. phones, watches) and how business owners are using the devices to promote wellness, productivity, and working remotely.
In This Episode: Carla Johnson, world-renowned keynote speaker and author of her latest book “RE:Think Innovation,” details the five step framework for innovation to inspire growth in business.
In this episode, Brian and Carol discuss her latest book “The War on Small Business” which details many of the government’s decisions during the pandemic which have hurt or even crippled millions of small businesses. Carol never pulls any punches and she asks tough questions that need and deserve answers.
In This Episode: Sandy Carter, VP of Worldwide Public Sector Partners and Programs at Amazon Web Services, discusses their expanded “Think Big for Small Business” program which provides AWS Public Sector Partners with relevant business, technical and marketing resources. It also connects partners with AWS business and sales teams that can guide business owners on their journey.
In this episode, financial expert Joe Knight tells Brian many of the ways business owners get tripped up by their financials, including: Not tracking cash flow, not having a business relationship with more than one financial institution, and never negotiating financial matters. Listen in, take notes, and then apply the advice to your own business.
In a special Mother’s Day episode, Brian and his mother Grace talk about her career as an attorney, many of the glass ceilings she broke through, and advice she shared with the next generation of leaders.
Adi Engel urges business owners to save time and money by automating their appointments and payments while managing their customers.
David Collado, CEO of Happy Howies, shares his secrets of building his brand after the Great Recession, the importance of watching financials, hiring the right people, and how Happy Howies navigated the pandemic's twists and turns. Great takeaways for every and any business owner.
Ray Bascio spent 28 years working for health insurance companies selling policies to companies of all sizes. For the last eight years, he has helped companies maximize their group insurance plans while saving money at the same time. Brian Moran asked Ray “What are the secrets to getting the most out of health insurance plans, and where do companies make the biggest mistakes?” His answers are fascinating!
Paul Paray is an attorney who provides privacy and data breach counsel for firms after data incidents. In this episode, Brian & Paul discuss the latest cybersecurity threats, and ways that business owners can protect their companies in 2021.
Meaghan Sullivan, Head of Global Partner Marketing & SME at SAP, talks with Brian on International Women’s Day about the adverse impact of the pandemic on women in the workforce. She shares ideas on how to reverse the downturn and why it’s important to lead by example. There is also a surprise guest on the show
In his new book, "Rebound: From Pain to Passion", Matt Doherty talks to Brian about winning the national championship with Michael Jordan, becoming head coach at University of North Carolina, being named Coach of the Year, and then forced to resign from his dream job just two years later. Matt shares the lessons he learned, the renewed faith he found, and how writing this book changed his life for the better.
Brian spoke with Geoff Foster, a successful entrepreneur who grew his business in 2020 while maintaining a company culture that most employers dream of having. He is the standard by which business owners should be measured, and he thinks 2021 will be an even better year.
Kathleen Sullivan Garman is back on the SBE Podcast to discuss what business owners need to do in 2021 to maintain their supply chains. She is the founder/CEO of Sully Garman & Associates and is recognized as a top expert in supply chain and logistics.
Brian and Dileep Rao talk about different paths that billion dollar entrepreneurs chose on their way to success. “If you want to be a great golfer, study Tiger Woods. If you want to be a great entrepreneur, study billion dollar entrepreneurs, and learn from them.”
Brian talked with Ranga Bodla, NetSuite’s VP Field Engagement and Marketing, about how technology enabled businesses to stay connected to customers while setting up remote workforces over the past nine months. They also discussed what’s in store for 2021.
In this episode, Brian talks to Retail and e-Commerce expert John Lawson about the state of small business retail with the holiday shopping season upon us. Write down John’s key takeaways and you might just win something.
In this special boot camp episode, Brian talks with Christine Haas, an award-winning TV news anchor and investigative reporter on what it takes for small business owners to showcase their expertise on TV, Radio, Online, and in Print.
Christine gives valuable tips and suggestions to listeners on what editors and reporters are looking for in their sources and how you can be on speed dial when it comes to your area of expertise.
In this episode, Brian talks with tech expert Ramon Ray about the role tech played in saving the economy in 2020. They also discuss where business owners should invest in technology in 2021 for their business.
In this episode, Brian speaks with Ted Brodkin and Ashley Pallathra about their soon-to-be release book, "Missing Each Other: How to Cultivate Meaningful Connections". Learn all about the four components of attunement: relaxed awareness, listening, understanding, and mutual responsiveness and become a better listener!
In this episode, Brian talks with Barbara Weltman, a top small business tax expert and author of the annual “J.K. Lasser Small Business Taxes” books.
They share what questions business owners need to ask their Accountants, whether to buy or lease your next piece of business equipment and much more.
There is nothing conventional about Richard Saul Wurman, the Founder of the TED conferences and the author of 91 books. He is indefatigable, brilliant, charismatic, and very funny. And if you listen carefully, he might share with you the secrets of the universe.
Jon and Brian have a lively, entertaining discussion on how Customer Relationship Management software (CRM) can help small business owners in ways they never imagined. Enjoy the podcast and make sure you take notes.
Kate is the founder and CEO of Lately, an app that can easily generate quality content from digital, audio, and video links. If you produce digital content, you definitely want to know about Lately.
Chad is the Chief Economist for the National Association of Manufacturers. In this episode, Brian and Chad discuss the pandemic, it’s effect on the U.S. and global economies, and what we can expect to see later this year and in 2021.
Dr. Gerry Curatola is a Dentist, Wellness Expert, Entrepreneur, Author, and Internationally-Acclaimed Speaker. In this episode, Brian and Gerry talk about running two companies in NYC, the epicenter of a global pandemic. Gerry also discusses COVID-19 and what it did to expose the unhealthy state of America, and the things we must do to change our ways.
Kevin Gilroy and Carrie Maslen are the co-founders of Gilroy and Associates. They provide strategic consulting and actionable guidance to public and privately held companies. In this episode, Kevin and Carrie talk with Brian about what real leadership skills look like in a time of crisis.
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This episode with Amy Friedrich, President of US Insurance Solutions at Principal Financial Group, was recorded in early February…before the outbreak of Covid-19 in the U.S. The content is still applicable for small business owners and will be long after Covid-19 is gone.
Kathleen Sullivan Garman is the founder/CEO of Sully Garman & Associates and recognized as a top expert in supply chain and logistics. In this episode, Brian and Kathleen talk about the impact of coronavirus and offered business owners practical solutions for the next 30-60-90 days while navigating uncharted waters.
Whitney Johnson is the CEO of WLJ Advisors and one of the 50 leading business thinkers in the world as named by Thinkers50. She is an award-winning author, world-class keynote speaker, frequent lecturer for Harvard Business School's Corporate Learning and an executive coach and advisor to CEOs. In this episode, Whitney and Brian talk about her critically-acclaimed book “Disrupt Yourself: Putting the Power of Disruptive Innovation to Work.”
Paul Paray is an attorney who provides privacy and data breach counsel for firms after data incidents. Paul and Brian have a frank discussion about cybersecurity, real threats, and steps business owners can take to protect themselves today.
Arlene Dickinson is a Venture Capitalist who invests in food, beverage, and consumer good companies hoping to make the world a healthier place to live. Arlene and Brian talk about “Reinvention,” Arlene’s latest book which focuses on how to change your life, career, and future. It’s never too late to reinvent yourself!
Greg Powell is the Head of Brand and Product Marketing at Fundbox, a fintech company building the world’s first payments and credit network. Greg and Brian discuss the year-long rebranding project Fundbox recently completed and what it took to accomplish their objectives. They also share insights to help determine if your business needs to rebrand itself.
Richard Saul Wurman is the Founder of TED conferences and the author of 90 books. He shares insights from his last book “Understanding Understanding” as well as funny, wonderful stories from his life and daily experiences.
Pat Croce is inspiring, energizing, thought-provoking, and passionate! In this podcast, Pat and Brian discuss what it takes to live a meaningful life, and to love what you do every day. Have a pen and pad ready because you will want to take notes – lots of them!
Robert Moran is 25 years old and has been bravely battling mental illness for five years. He shares his story on World Mental Health Day to help people better understand the struggles of 47 million Americans who did not ask for this illness…and how faith, kindness and understanding are critical elements of any solution to a global epidemic.
Ben Brewer, SVP and GM at Concur, one of the world's largest providers of integrated travel expense and invoice management solutions, talks about the importance of effectively managing cash flow. It can provide leverage in negotiations, it can detect fraudulent activity faster, and it can help business owners avoid making bad decisions during tough times.
Marie Rosecrans from Salesforce Essentials joins Brian to discuss how today’s technology is having a measurable impact on the success of small business owners and entrepreneurs. She also shares her personal ties to entrepreneurship and why she passionately supports the efforts of business owners around the world.
Cliff Oxford, serial entrepreneur, columnist, and author joined Brian Moran to discuss two books he just released ON THE SAME DAY! Lambs to Leaders is a fantastic guide to help young people better understand the nuances of corporate America (things they didn’t learn in college); Know, Grow, Exit – is for established businesses who need a better handle on where they are going with their companies. If you fall into either category, this podcast is MUST LISTEN material for you…and it’s funny too!
Brian speaks with NBA great Mark Eaton about his book “The Four Commitments of a Winning Team.” Find out how a 21 year-old, 7-foot, 4-inch auto mechanic wound up playing a dozen years in the NBA and the lessons he learned from great coaches and mentors. Then apply his four commitments to your team to create a winning company culture.
Word of mouth is still the most effective and most cost-effective form of customer acquisition; turn your customers into volunteer marketers. Brian and Jay discuss his latest book Talk Triggers: The Complete Guide to Creating Customers with Word of Mouth.
Cash is the fuel that drives our businesses! Brian and Christopher Johnson, President of Pitney Bowes Financial Services, discuss different options available today for business owners to access capital for growing their companies.
Brian talks to Kim Spalding, GM of Ads for Small Business & Emerging Markets at Google. Kim shares how business owners can use mostly free Google tools to establish a digital footprint for their companies in minutes – everything from creating a website to digital advertising at the local level.
Brian talks to Monika Elling, CEO of Foundations Marketing Group and author of Wine 123: A Millennial Guide to Wine. Monika shares tips on finding wines to enjoy, ordering wine in a restaurant, wine pairings, and what it’s like to work in a part of the wine business that is largely dominated by men.
Brian talks to Steve Woodruff about his new book titled “Clarity Wins.” They discuss everything from knowing your greatest business challenge to finding your own super power! Listen and get some needed clarity in your business.
This episode of the Small Business Edge Podcast, sponsored by Pitney Bowes, features Levi King, Co-founder and CEO of NAV, a company dedicated to helping small business owners find affordable financing.
Brian and Irene Malatesta, head of content strategy at Fundbox, talk about her new e-book titled “What If: Designing Fair and Equal Access to Credit for Women.” They discuss the ongoing issues of inequality and unconscious bias when it comes to access to capital for women business owners.
Brian & Professor Thomas Malone from MIT’s Sloan School of Management discuss Superminds, his latest book, and the impact of artificial intelligence in our world. It’s a fascinating discussion and one you don’t want to miss!
Brian talks with Amanda Brinkman, Chief Brand Officer at Deluxe Corporation and Co-host, Executive Producer of the popular show "Small Business Revolution." They discuss Amanda's multi-year journey across the country, meeting passionate business owners who are looking for advice on how to overcome the obstacles in front of them. The podcast includes tips and suggestions on how listeners can overcome their own obstacles in order to keep doing what they love to do - run a small business!
Brian & Rieva discuss the launch of Small Business Edge, the new global community platform for small business owners & entrepreneurs. They talk about the numerous features of the platform and the benefits for business owners who subscribe to it. As a bonus, Brian & Rieva talk about two key trends in 2019 for business owners: Customer Experience and Social Media. You definitely want to listen to what they have to say about these trends.
There is no question about it. Innovation is a must in this highly digitized and disrupted generation. As a business entity, you either innovate and stand out or you get left behind. So how do you as a business leader, drive a culture of innovation towards a successful transformation? First off, you have to realize that an open and receptive environment in the workplace has to be created in order to encourage innovative thinking. Next, you have to make your customers as the primary source of your ideas for innovation. Accordingly, those employees who come in close contact with your customers have to be good listeners to these lead ideas. In this Small Business Edge Podcast episode, learn how you can turn on the wheels of innovation from within.
Maintaining healthy, positive cash flow can often be a struggle for small business owners. Unplanned expenses, and late paying customers can make life hard for most companies, whether you are just starting out or you’ve been in business for decades. One way to balance the ups and downs of cash flow in business is having access to capital when you need it the most.
In this episode, Brian talks with Rose Zhong, VP for Finance at Fundbox, a company that helps solve payment and credit problems for small businesses. They discuss how business owners can develop a long-term credit strategy while dealing with the ebbs and flows of running a company.
Social media and technology seem to be the obvious drivers of business these days. Both also seem to take over the lives of your customers that you may think that this is the best channels to reach them. However, social media and technology are simply tools that you can use to keep customers engaged. Behind these tools are humans with whom your customers seek to interact. The human-to-human or H2H movement is more relevant than ever in this century of social advancements and humanizing your business is exactly what you need to move forward. This podcast will teach you how to drive business growth by focusing on delivering a human-to-human customer experience.
Whitney Johnson wants to help you build an “A” team. She believes that most employees want to learn and grow. They don’t want to get stuck in dead-end jobs that don’t challenge them. Eventually, they don’t feel challenged anymore, become complacent, and even feel bored to the extent of leaving the company to pursue other endeavors. How can you avoid this happening in your company? Listen to Whitney’s conversation with Brian Moran on how to use personal disruption to build an innovative, highly-productive all-star team.
What happens when most of your employees are either apathetic or disengaged? What about executives who only look to serve their own motives? Andrew Sherman explains how to elicit engagement from company leaders and employees alike that will make them active participants in your business success.
Tech is completely changing almost every aspect of our lives. However, if you want to grow your company, you must find the balance between effectively using technology and nurturing the human element in business.
Dealing with finances can be tough for most individuals and especially so for business owners. What if you could demystify the numbers and really understand how finance works? In this episode, Joe Knight explains what you need to know about finance and financials to run a successful company.
Rieva Lesonsky discusses her new book “Small Business Hacks: 100 Shortcuts to Success.” She also talk about why it’s important to look at the big picture when trying to solve business problems, how to play the “What If” game to see if your business is prepared for potential troubles, and why “digital transformation” is here to stay.
Barbara discusses the new tax laws and their impact on business owners. She also talks about new qualified business deductions—eligibility, limitations, and who benefits the most, changes in deductions on capital equipment, smart moves to make now before interest rates go up in 2018, and why your company should look at cyber liability and disaster insurance this year.
Brian introduces the SMB Experts you should know to help you run a better company. He discusses the four questions business owners should ask themselves for 2018. He asks listeners what type of business owner they are, and why knowing the answer is KEY to success.