Work It Michigan Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Follow Michigan Creative! Website: https://michigancreative.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michigancreative Twitter: https://twitter.com/michcreative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michigancreative/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/michigan-creative/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michigancreativevideo/videos
Michigan Creative is a full-service marketing and creative agency - but not your typical marketing agency. They are a team of creatives that collaborate, listen, problem-solve, and plan to help businesses grow. Their innovative ideas and quality work has kept them at the front of the industry for more than ten years.
If you're looking for an agency that partners with you to grow your business, then look no further. Michigan Creative has the experience and capabilities to lead your marketing initiatives from branding, graphic design, and advertising to all facets of video production, animation, web, and social media.
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The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
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*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Kalene started Tastefull Vegan Frozen Desserts to help those who were unable to enjoy foods that they loved due to food allergies. Kalene believes that no allergy, dietary lifestyle choice, or anything should prevent people from being able to enjoy one of life’s greatest joys: ice cream!
Stop out to Tastefull Vegan Frozen Desserts in Wyoming, Michigan! Visit their website for more information and location!
Follow Tastefull Vegan Frozen Desserts Website: https://tastefullvegan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tastefullveganice/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TastefullVegan/
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The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
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Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Follow Jeffrey! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffrey.ochs/?hl=en Intention & Flow: https://intentionandflow.net/
Jeffrey Ochs is a Self Development Coach who utilizes the Steel Mace to connect with his students and help them defeat the "Imaginary Ninjas" trying to hold them down (depression, anxiety, negative self talk, etc.).
As a certified Steel Mace Flow Instructor, Jeff has helped people across the globe improve their lives and maximize their inner potential.
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
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*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Follow The Mint Festival: https://www.instagram.com/sjmintfestival/ St. Johns Chamber of Commerce: https://stjohnsareachamber.wildapricot.org/ The Salon 989 (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/thesalon989/
The St. Johns Mint Festival is celebrating its 37th Year and will run from August 12 - 14, 2022. Offering a wide array of events, there is something you can find to enjoy! Every year, the Festival brings in 40,000 to 60,000 visitors, many of them coming back year after year.
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The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
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*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
The US economy was expected to grow by 0.4% in Q2 of 2022. The data just released showed that the US economy shrank by 0.9% (-0.9% overall growth). That is a massive miss in estimates.
Aware of the implications of a recession on midterm elections, we now have political actors on both sides of the aisle trying to play with the definition of a recession and trying to play up the implications of a recession.
I don't care about politics, I care about the small business owners and the families they help feed. In this podcast, we discuss the announcement of a recession and what steps I am taking next to shelter my business from this recession.
It is important to remember that the future is still bright, that a recession is not the end of the world - painful, yes, end of the world, no. Stay strong, persevere, plan, and be strategic with your moves.
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The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
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Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Bike Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Lindsey Taylor is a musician based out of Lansing, Michigan. She is guitarist and singer in Luxury Flux, and performs solo material under the moniker La La Delivery. You can find her music on Bandcamp and follow her on Instagram!
Follow Lindsey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindseytaylorrox/ Luxury Flux: https://luxuryflux.bandcamp.com/ La La Delivery: https://laladelivery.bandcamp.com/releases
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
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*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Follow The Feldpausch Family Agency: Website: https://www.farmbureauinsurance-mi.com/Agent/Jared-Feldpausch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FeldpauschFamilyAgency Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feldpausch_family_agency/
The Feldpausch Family Agency was opened in 1961 with a goal to provide a personal, positive, ethical, and educational experience to clients. This is the same goal the Feldpausch Family Agency maintains to this day. Now, Jared Feldpausch works to maintain the values that his grandfather, father, and uncle held before him.
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Follow Liz and Intrepid Cycling Co. Website: https://intrepidcycling.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/intrepidcyclingco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intrepidcyclingco/
Liz Belt is the founder, owner, and operator of Intrepid Cycling Co, based out of Traverse City, Michigan. This isn't your normal spin class, this is an intense 8-week program that will make you stronger mentally, physically, and emotionally.
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
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Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Topics Discussed In This Video: IdeaBuddy: https://ideabuddy.com/
Follow Cara and Caraco Candles: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caraco.candles/ Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CaracoCandles
Cara Gerstler is a Chandler and Hair Stylist based out of Michigan. Caraco Candles offers a variety of products to make your home and car smell perfect. Buy some homemade, top-shelf quality, Made In Michigan products from Caraco Candles through their Etsy shop (link above).
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
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Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Topics Discussed in this Episode: Chobani Yogurt Founder Gives Employees Ownership Stake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyHVLq-KtFo Chobani Yogurt Founder Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3whdBa1RgE Extreme Ownership (Book): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0739PYQSS/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 The Dichotomy of Leadership (Book): https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079Y51FC3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i3 Money: Master the Game (Book): https://www.amazon.com/MONEY-Master-Game-Financial-Freedom-ebook/dp/B00MZAIU4G/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1LILM18ILDJY6&keywords=tony+robbins&qid=1650813654&s=digital-text&sprefix=tony+robbins%2Cdigital-text%2C73&sr=1-5
Follow Matt Peisert and Connected Financial Strategies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Connectedfinancial
Matt Peisert is a Financial Services Professional providing a range of financial and insurance services. If interested in working with Connected Financial Strategies, please message Matt Peisert through the email address listed on their Facebook page.
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
*Disclaimer: None of the content in this episode should be taken as financial, business, or wellness advice.
Follow Two Monster Books Website: https://www.twomonsterbooks.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoriesByNickAdkins
Nick Adkins is an author, illustrator and founder of Two Monster Books. His books can be found across the country, and he is currently working on his next book. Be sure to follow Nick on social media for the latest updates, and purchase his books through his website!
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The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
Follow Libby and The Dream Bean Machine Website: https://www.thedreambeanmachine.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedreambeanmachine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedreambeanmachine
Libby started The Dream Bean Machine (a 1966 Red and Cream Volkswagen bus named Stella) shortly after turning 22. Today, Libby, Stella, and the entire Dream Bean Team can be found in Grand Marais, Michigan near Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Specializing in high-quality, organic, fair trade espresso and coffee, smoothies, tea lattes, and bake goods (including vegan and gluten-free options). The Dream Bean Machine is easily the best place to get your fix when visiting Lake Superior.
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
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The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
Follow Coco's Confections Website: https://www.cocosconfections517.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cocos_confections517/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CocosConfections517/
Courtney Gordon is the founder and Head Cookie Artist at Coco's Confections. Since founding the business in January 2021, Courtney has turned Coco's Confections into a wildly successful endeavor that extends beyond simply baking cookies. Be sure to place your orders in advance and take some time to attend one of Courtney's engaging cookie decorating classes!
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
Follow Camo & Neon Boutique Website: https://www.camoandneonboutique.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camoandneonboutique/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camoandneonboutique TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@camoandneonboutique0
Cat Schneider & April Schneider have been best friends since they were kids and started Camo & Neon Boutique in 2019! Through carefully curating a selection of items and outfits, they make shopping easy for busy women everywhere. Today, Camo & Neon Boutique is a thriving online boutique and has a storefront in Westphalia, Michigan!
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
Follow Tanya & Courageous Coffee Website: https://www.courageouscoffee.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courageouscoffee/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courageouscoffee/
Tanya Schneider started Courageous Coffee in 2009, roasting coffee for friends and family. Business grew quickly through hard work, dedication, and word spreading that Tanya roasted the best coffee in town. Today Courageous Coffee is a successful coffee roasting operation and coffee shop in Portland, Michigan.
The Work It Michigan Podcast is a weekly podcast celebrating entrepreneurship and business in the High-Five of the USA! Join a community of inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and creatives working to continuously improve our state!
Follow the Work It Michigan Podcast Online! Social Media: https://sleek.bio/workitmichigan
Follow John Jay Website & Blog: https://www.johnjaythomas.com/ Social Media: https://sleek.bio/johnjaythomas Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5LnrDkmievRb8ecAmy_gkQ Second Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgH5IOEHvk5H5LLuq_NHHg
Thanksgiving is upon us and the official start of the Holiday Shopping Season is about to start. In a time of intense advertising, keep these things in mind to ensure your marketing efforts remain ethical.
Social Media is the biggest tool a business has at it's disposal to build brand awareness. With over half of the world's population being on Social Media there is no reason your business shouldn't on social media too!
Analytics are essential to your growth and survival as a business in the increasingly digitized world. In this episode John and Luis discuss what analytics are, why they are important, and how you can use them to grow!