The Ripple Podcast by 5 Stones: Recent Episodes
5 Stones
The Ripple Podcast by 5 Stones is a podcast where we talk about the things that matter to small business owners. We have an emphasis on marketing, but if it effects small business, we'll talk about it!
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, Brian speaks with Eddie Hebert and Mark Verbois about the 2018/2019 class of Leadership Tangipahoa. The trio recently graduated from this amazing program and share their insights from each month's adventure.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
- Leadership Tangipahoa
This week I have the pleasure of interviewing Kim Walker on the topic of responding to reviews. Kim is usually my co-host. She's always my wife and business partner.
Kim wrote this blog post a couple of weeks ago and she asked me to proofread it. I thought it was so good, and so useful to our audience, that I asked her to do a podcast episode about it. I hope you find it as useful as I did.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
- Kim's Blog Post on Responding to Reviews
- Bride who leaves a bad review slammed by wedding planning company
- Book - Good to Great
- Google My Business
- Grade.us
Where to Find Kim Online:
- 5 Stones Website - Kim's Page
In this episode we speak to Stacey Neal, Director of Community Competitiveness with Louisiana Economic Development.
We talk a lot about how communities can be proactive in economic development, specifically through the Louisiana Development Ready Communities program. We talk some about the programs that L.E.D. has in place for small businesses as well.
Resources Mentioned in this Episode:
- Louisiana Business Connection
- Louisiana Job Connection
- Opportunity Louisiana
Where to Find Stacey:
- Louisiana Economic Development
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, Kim talks with Somer Phoebus of She Works His Way. Kim and Somer talk about productivity, She Works His Way, the upcoming Narrow conference, and a little bit of lagniappe.
Where to find Somer online:
- She Works His Way
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- She Works His Way
- Productivity Academy
- Narrow Conference
- Book: Discipline by Elisabeth Elliott
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, Kim speaks to Mitch Matthews, founder of the Big Dream Gathering and host of the Dream, Think, Do Podcast. Mitch tells us about how he landed his dream job at 12 years old and how that led to him discovering and following new passions that eventually included founding The Big Dream Gathering.
Topics discussed in this episode include:
- The Big Dream Gathering
- The miracle of 15 minutes
- Dream jobs have back doors
- Google amnesia
- Loving a job because of what it affords you outside of the workplace
Listen in on this episode to be encouraged to make the time to dream.
Where to find Mitch online:
- MitchMatthews.com
- The Big Dream Gathering
- Dream, Think, Do Podcast
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- (book) The Slight Edge
- Mitch's books, "Ignite" and "Dream Job: Redefined"
- Article with Buzzfeed video Mitch talked about - Magic Wheelchair
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, we talk to Scott Mackenzie of The Industrial Talk Podcast and Leaf Services. Scott and I get to talk about why someone might choose to do a podcast. We talk about some of the various reasons why a podcast can be beneficial, the challenges of starting a podcast, and the difference between blue ocean and red ocean topics.
Where to Find Scott Online:
- The Industrial Talk Podcast website
- The Industrial Talk Podcast on Facebook
- Leaf Services website
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
- Gary Vaynerchuk
- EOFire
- Rev.com (manual transcription service done by humans)
- Temi (automated transcription service)
- Camtasia (video and audio editing software)
- Blue Ocean Strategy (book)
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, we talk to Bill Joubert of the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at Southeastern Louisiana University. We talk about the amazing resources available to business owners and those thinking about starting a business. We also talk heavily about the incubator program, who it's for, and how it works.
Where To Find Bill Online:
- LSBDC at SLU
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
- The E-Myth (book)
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, I talk with 5 Stones' own J.R. Portman. J.R. tells us about 5 different types of video we may want to use when marketing a business. We also talk about DIY video for business and some of tools you may need to make it happen.
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Windows Movie Maker
- iMovie
TOOLS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Note: These are not affiliate links
- External microphone adapter for smartphones
- Tripod mount for phone
- Tripod mount for iPad
- Mini tripod for desk
WHERE TO FIND J.R. ONLINE
- 5 Stones Website
- 5 Stones Facebook Page
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, we talk to Beau Blankenship, owner of Engel & Völkers in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Beau uses marketing automation to build long term relationships with those who dream of one day living in 30A. He knows that for some of them, that dream will one day become a reality, and he wants Beau Blankenship to be the name they thing of when it does.
Where to Find Beau Online:
- Engel & Völkers Website
- Engel & Völkers Facebook Page
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, we talk to Dawson Primes, Director of Homeland Security and Emergency Management for Tangipahoa Parish. Dawson talks about Tangipahoa's new Emergency Operations Center, their recent Hurricane Kickoff meeting, and then we dig into how businesses can be better prepared for disasters.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
- Ready.gov
- Louisiana Business Emergency Operations Center
- SBA Disaster Assistance
Where To Find Dawson Online:
- Tangipahoa Parish Government Facebook Page
- Tangipahoa Parish Homeland Security Website
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast by 5 Stones, we talk to Tangipahoa Parish President, Robby Miller. Robby talks about the task of transforming Tangipahoa Parish Government after taking office.
One of the ideas we talk about is the idea of being like a 3 year old and asking "why", followed by "why", followed by "why", until you get to the root of an issue. We also talk about the importance of seeing the positive things that are happening and not just focusing in on the negative.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Book: Good to Great
- Book: Start with Why
- Radio: The Message on Sirius XM
Where to find Robby online:
- Tangipahoa Parish Government on Facebook
- Tangipahoa Parish Website
View this episode with full show notes and video on The Ripple Podcast's website.
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, Kim talks with 3 students from St. Thomas Aquinas High School.
Becca, Josh, and Preston spent the day at 5 Stones job shadowing and learning about a career in marketing.
When listening to this episode, think about if there are some students you could invite to job shadow and learn if they may be interested in a career in your chosen profession.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Podcast - The Joe Rogan Experience
- Podcast - High School Soccer Podcast
- Podcast - Chasing Excellence
- Podcast - The Brute Strength Podcast
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast by 5 Stones, we talk to Jess Peele from The Great Southern Cafe in Seaside, FL.
Jess is a master at putting on a show, making people feel special, and creating "Raving Fan" experiences for his guests.
If you need proof of this, read the comments on The Great Southern's Facebook post where they teased this podcast episode.
Listen in as we talk to Jess about how and why he does what he does.
Where to find Jess Online:
Since Jess isn't a public figure or the business owner, we'll link to The Great Southern Cafe instead of Jess' personal Facebook, etc.
- The Great Southern Cafe Website
- The Great Southern Cafe on Facebook
- The Great Southern Cafe on Instagram
It wasn't mentioned in the podcast as a resource, but since we reference it in the title of the podcast, we'll put the book "Raving Fans" as a resource. It's an absolute must read.
- Raving Fans
In this episode of The Ripple Podcast, we talk to Mike Ragsdale, CEO and founder of the 30A Company. Mike talks about building his dream life and dream business, one where he’s not always living in anticipation of the next vacation.
This podcast is a must listen for those who are in transitional times in their life, or just stuck in a job or business that they have no passion for.
Mike tells us about the defining moment that caused he and his family to pack up and move to the beach, and he tells us how it’s the best decision they’ve ever made.
Listen in and be inspired by this amazing story of a man and his family following their hearts and living the life of their dreams!
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Book: The 4 Hour Workweek
Where to find Mike online:
- 30A.com
- 30A Radio
- 30A on Facebook
In episode 5 of The Ripple Podcast by 5 Stones, we talk with Ryan Barker about building stronger communities. Ryan is the Executive Director of Chappapeela Sports Park and one of the owners of Tanzania Adventure Tours. Ryan’s philosophy is the 3 most important parts to building strong communities are education, governance, and collaboration. Listen in as we talk about building strong communities, and how small business leaders can get involved. Resources mentioned in this episode: * Book - Building a StoryBrand * Subscription - Mentorbox * Book - Guerrilla Marketing * Rosetta Stone * Podcast - Learning Leader Show by Ryan Hawk
Where to find Ryan online: * PlayCSP.com * Chappapeela Sports Park on Facebook * TanzaniaAdventureTours.com
In Episode 4 of The Ripple Podcast we talk to Scott Boney about the roles of coaching and spirituality for CEOs and business owners.
Scott is a pastor at The Mission Church in Hammond, Louisiana. He is also a life coach and owns Level Up Coaching.
We talk about why it is so important for business owners and CEOs to have someone to talk to, and how it's lonely at the top.
We also talk about how a person's spirituality plays a role in their business life.
Find Scott online at:
- TheMission.org
- LevelUpCoaching.us
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- The Men Who Built America
- The Aquariums of Pyongyang
- Tribe
- How to Win Friends and Influence People
- Multipliers
- Start With Why
In Episode 3 of The Ripple Podcast by 5 Stones, we talk to Matt Alston from The Bearded Barber.
The Bearded Barber had 97 people walk through their doors and opening day and they've had a continuous influx of new clients ever since. They contribute this to what they've been doing on social media.
Mat also talks about creating customer experiences, something they've mastered at The Bearded Barber.
Find The Bearded Barber online at:
- Website - https://beardedbarber.net/
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BeardedBarberHammond/
- Instagram - @BeardedBarberHammond
In episode 2 of The Ripple Podcast by 5 Stones, Kim talks with Parker Layrisson about creating great moments in customer service.
Parker is a personal injury attorney in Ponchatoula, LA. He owns Parker Layrisson Law Firm. In a world of personal injury attorneys who beat their chests and buy billboards of themselves standing on the hoods of 18 wheelers, Parker chooses to be very different.
In this episode you're going to hear Parker's "why" behind the amazing way he treats his clients. You'll also get to hear from he and Kim about their favorite customer service experiences.
Find Parker online at:
- Layrisson.com
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Book: Start With Why
- Book: The Go-Giver
In the first episode of The Ripple Podcast by 5 Stones, Kim and Brian talk about StoryBrand, and their experience of becoming StoryBrand Certified Guides.