Let’s Get Radical: Recent Episodes
Jody Padar
Small business owners and creative freelancers, get ready. Let’s Get Radical is not your typical business radio show. Jody Padar takes a peek into your company’s financial underwear drawer with an insightful and compassionate eye. You’ll get tips and tricks, strategies and guidance and straight talk on how to get more radical with your practices and policies and reap the rewards. She talks technology, tools, attitudes and passion. She interviews those who have done it and are learning to do it now. She talks about how business is changing and operating from the mindset of abundance. This show is for small business owners and creative freelancers like you who are looking for answers with a radical approach and fun. Jody dislodges the stodgy and energize you to take your business, whatever you do, to the next level.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
The Radical CPA Jody Padar goes live at AICPA Engage with David Knoch, CIMA® President for 1st Global and Ryan George Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications for 1st Global.
Join us as we talk all about women in technology! In this episode, we’ll talk with Alessandra Lezama all about her role as chief executive officer for Abacus Data Systems. We’ll talk about how the company has experienced 250 percent corporate growth and the addition of more than 100 employees. It's also Liz's last show, so she'll be signing off!
Teams can make or break your company or organization. In this episode, we talk with leadership development consultant Steffan Surdek about building strong and efficient teams and how to leverage those elements for success. Join us as we talk with Steffan about his experience working with businesses as he shares some of his favorite stories and lessons.
Chances are, if you’re an accountant, you need a lawyer. In this episode, we talk with R. Peter Fontaine, founder and managing partner of NewGate Partners, providing legal and risk management services to the accounting industry. Join us as we talk with Peter all about what you need to know about working with an attorney and more!
How do you navigate change, especially when it’s industry-driven? As a leader, what is your responsibility in facilitating that change within your company? Join us during this week’s episode as we talk with leadership coach and consultant Jon Lokhorst about the role of leadership within change management.
How do you put together a great team? What are the latest trends in HR? In this episode, we talk with Mathew Heggem, CEO of Sum Innovation, all about not only finding the right skills and talent in candidates but attracting the best fit for your culture. Join us!
Technology is changing everything, including how financial crime investigations are being conducted. In this episode, we talk with Solon Angel, Chief Strategy Officer of MindBridge all about the impact of artificial intelligence on detecting fraud and other crimes. We'll talk to Solon about the rise of AI, what business owners and CPAs should know right now and what's next. Join us.
It's no secret that technology is changing how we do everything. Even tax. Join us as we talk with Mario Costanz, serial entrepreneur and founder of Happy Tax. We'll talk with Mario about his years of franchising experience and the benefits of that business model, how he came up with the idea of Happy Tax and how it will impact business owners.
It seems like everyone wants to produce content these days, or at the very least, knows they have to. But is it the right kind of content? Content marketing is changing fast and you have to know how to reach your customers in a meaningful way. Join us as we talk with Randy all about the benefits of quizzes and calculators, what they are, and how creating them brings you closer to answering your clients’ most pressing questions.
As a bestselling author, speaker and Life-Elevator, Deborah Hightower motivates others to find their moxie, inspiration and spark to fuel future success. She inspires through storytelling and powerful nuggets of wisdom as she shares the ups and downs of finding the courage to restart from a high school dropout to a trek in the world of blue-collar to being ‘a girl in the boy’s world’ of finance to embarking on her personal life elevation and expansion plan. Join us we talk with Deborah about how she developed her consulting company and how she helps people create a shift in thinking to break through self-imposed boundaries, become profoundly energized even when life seems routine and more. Tune in!
Appraisals, on site sales, live and internet auction services, dealer negotiations, waste disposal and cleaning services. These are just some of the tasks to consider when it’s time to liquidate a loved one’s home. It can be a daunting and emotional experience. Meet Stan Lourie. He helps families with their needs around downsizing and relocation while providing guidance and support throughout the process. We’ll talk to Stan about why he started his business and how he helps his clients through one of the hardest times in life. Join us!
In this episode, we talk with Dan Zifkin, president of Vibrant TV, TV programming that offers you a window to the world. With a free 24/7 live stream, you can catch exclusive, award- winning, globally produced programming previously unseen in the US. We'll talk to Dan about how he got started, trends in media and programming and how you can invest in the company and be part of the fast growing television streaming service. Join us!
Join us as Jody conducts a special one-on-one interview with David Knoch, president of 1st Global at AICPA ENGAGE, all about the five trends impacting the financial services industry. We also talk about FSI Advisory and what you need to know.
It's summer and the kids are home from school! Are you ready? In this episode, we talk with Barb O'Neill, Ed.D, coach, consultant and creator of the Transforming Challenging Behavior Method. We'll talk with Barb about strategies you can use if you are struggling with your children's behavior (especially if you are someone who works from home), PLUS, we'll learn about how Barb went from academia to consultant and what that entailed. Join us!
Tired of planning events that only get a lukewarm reception? What are some of the best ways to lighten the mood at corporate gatherings? John Garrett has the answer to these questions and more. Join us as we talk to the corporate comedian and recovering CPA all about how he built his company and brand with the goals of helping teams break down barriers, foster unity, and strengthen bonds. Join us!
It's no secret the cannabis industry is booming. In this episode, we talk with Celeste Miranda, the founder of The Cannabis Marketing Lab, the first digital marketing agency tailored specifically to serve startups in the legal cannabis industry. We'll talk with Celeste all about how she built out the niche, her business model, what services her clients are asking for and what makes cannabis a unique industry to set up shop. Join us!
What makes a good leader? What happens if you're having an off day? In this episode, we'll talk with Peter Margaritis, CPA, CGMA, an author, blogger, speaker, educator, and humorist, on how to bring your inner superhero to work every day to inspire your teams and achieve goals. Plus, we'll talk about how improv can improve communications and create more positive results in your business. Join us!
Meet Leanne Lai, she’s the owner of not one, but two catering companies based in the San Francisco area. Her specialty niche? Tech companies. We’ll talk to Leanne about Guerilla Catering and its sister company, Kharma Sucre, all about the essential ingredients to feeding innovation and nourishing inspiration! Join us!
What’s it like to take over a business and make it your own? In this episode, we talk with Jill Nelson, owner and operating manager of Hot Diggity! Seattle. We’ll talk with Jill about her experience running several businesses, how she got into her current business of dog walking and pet sitting, and advice she has for other business owners on choosing the right business to buy.
How do you tackle what’s scary in your business and life? When you’re seeking solutions or taking a risk, do you get out of your own way? In this episode, we talk with Judy Clement Wall about how forward motion happens one (tiny, not-too scary) step at a time and why it’s never too late to do what you love. Join us!
Technology is changing the way accountants run their firms and that can impact your business. In this episode, we'll talk with James Helms, design leader at Intuit, all about their new QuickBooks Online Accountant Practice Management solution, a platform that allows accountants to manage their practice and entire portfolio of clients from one location. We'll also talk with James about how the accounting industry is changing and why Intuit continues to build technology for that market. Join us!
What's it like to run a business with your spouse? Marilyn and John Weber have been married for more than 35 years and have been working together (and even sharing an office!) at Deaf Interpreter Services for the last 12 years. In this episode, Marilyn and John will share some tips on how they think running their business together helps keep their relationship stronger than ever. Join us!
In this episode, we talk with Declan Zimmermann, founder of Perpetual Motion Graphics based in Brooklyn, New York. We’ll talk with Declan all about freelancing – how being choosy with projects (and saying “no” can enhance your creativity and your career), tips on time management, and the concept of creative cross-pollination. Join us!
If you’re in business, you take payments. In this episode, we talk with Marwan Forzley, co-founder and CEO of Veem, a next generation platform that simplifies global business payments. We’ll talk with Marwan about trends in payment processing and solutions, why it’s so hard to transfer money and all about how small businesses have gone global – and what as an owner you need to be aware of moving into the future. Join us!
Are you ready to leave your corporate job and take the plunge into entrepreneurship? How do you face the fear of the unknown after years of working for someone else? In this inaugural episode of “Let’s Get Radical” join us as we speak with Richard Davies, who left his career as a staff correspondent at ABC News Radio in the spring of 2015 to form the podcasting startup, DaviesContent. We’ll talk about his road to entrepreneurship, what he’s learned so far and the advice he has for those who leave a steady corporate gig for startup life.
“Women all over the world have aspirations to achieve professional goals, but often they don’t have access to the right network or resources to help them achieve those goals,” says Minda Harts, Founder and CEO of The Memo, a premier career development platform for women of color. Join us as we talk to Minda about how she started The Memo, the biggest challenges women of color face in their careers and how companies can be more inclusive and equitable. Tune in!
How do you run a successful kickstarter campaign? Just ask gamer Whitney Beltrán, AKA “Strix. Strix is a co-creator of Bluebeard’s Bride, an investigatory horror tabletop roleplaying game for three to five players, that raised nearly $130,000 (a huge feat considaering their ask was only $5,000). Tune in and hear how Strix did it, her take on the gaming world, why she started a minority advocacy group called Gaming as Other and how games can be transformative and powerful tools for growth.
Everyone has a story – but how do you tell your company’s story? Join us as we talk with award-winning storyteller Tracey Segarra all about the essential elements on how to develop yours. We’ll talk to Tracey about her discovery of storytelling (it happened later in life), and how she balances her creative and consulting work while heading a marketing department at a professional services firm in New York.
Mother. Beer Baroness. Entrepreneur. Dragon. In this episode, we talk with Manjit Minhas the co-founder of Minhas Breweries, Distillery and Winery. Manjit started her companies at the ripe age of 19 in Alberta, Canada when she launched her beer with her partner and brother, Ravinder Minhas. Together, they gave the big boys a run for their money, thereby becoming the first successful company to enter the Canadian beer industry in many decades. Currently, she has over 90 brands of beers, spirits, liqueurs and wines. Her products are sold in Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan , Manitoba and British Columbia, as well as 43 states throughout the USA and 15 other countries in Europe, Asia and South America. Manjit also appears on the CBC reality television series Dragons’ Den.
Building strong teams is critical to any business but how do you do it in the startup world? In this episode, we’ll talk with Suma Reddy, an entrepreneur with over of a decade of experience starting and growing startups in several industries. We’ll talk to Suma about her current role as COO of Circle Optics, a 360-degree camera and Virtual Reality company and Waddle, the local discovery digital platform she founded. Join us!
Join us for Round 2! We'll talk more about pricing your services as a creative entrepreneur and when you should change them, the role content plays in your business, and how to take that content to the next level to get your message out into the world. As a bonus, Jody will talk about her process in writing her second book. Tune in!
Style. Beauty. Career. Family & Mommy life. Travel. This is just some of the topics Debra Chen tackles on her online platform, Vanity+ Trade. The mission? To share ideas and curated content to educate, inspire and celebrate executives and creative entrepreneurs. On Vanity + Trade, you’ll find personal essays, how-to videos and interviews with influencers to help you advance to the next place in your career and life. Join us as we talk with Debra all about her jump into publishing (from a Wall Street background), her business model, how she got started and more! Tune in!
Who doesn’t love cookies? In this episode, we talk with Chris Carroll, owner and baked goods goddess at Sweater Box Confections based in North Carolina. Tune in as we talk to Chris all about her inspiration, how she started her business and why bringing people together is an important part of what she does. Join us!
It’s hard enough to manage one business, but what about six? Join us as we talk with beauty and style guru Ariana Pierce all about her journey to entrepreneurship, how she built an audience through blogging and how she created a media empire all by the age of 26! In her inspirational book Skip The Party Start a Business, Ariana unveils very personal stories and life lessons that eventually shaped her entrepreneurial success. Tune in!
Tax season is right around the corner! Join us in this episode as we talk with Kelly Phillips Erb aka Taxgirl and senior editor at Forbes all about tax! We’ll touch upon what small business owners need to know, changes under the new administration, and what to expect in 2017 and beyond. Tune in!
Mama Hen is a small business specializing in handmade clothing and accessories for babies and children with a few items offered in adult sizes as well! Her designs are soft, comfortable, stylish, and fun. Join us as we talk with founder Natasha Nolan all about her Maine-based growing business that offers well-made, unique, functional children's products and adult leggings. We'll talk about how Natasha started, her growing customer base and demand, and how she finds time to build her business as a mom. Tune in!
Are you small or midsized business owner who has the desire to do more charitable giving but doesn't know how? Don't think you have the resources? You're not alone. Less than six percent of giving is through businesses, with a majority of that percentage coming from large corporations. But there are ways to get involved! In this episode, we talk with Paul Dunn, the co-founder and chairman of B1G1, a social enterprise and non-profit organization with a mission to increase giving amongst smaller companies. Join us as we talk with Paul about how the organization started, how the membership model sustains its work, and how you, as a small business owner, can build in more charitable giving within your company.
Small business owners are often faced with a myriad of technology choices on a daily basis. In this episode, we talk with Byron Patrick, managing director of Network Alliance about the tech trends you must know about for 2017 and how to make choices that will benefit your business without breaking your budget. Join us!
Company culture is more important than ever before. How do you design and deliver strategic training programs that address company culture? How do you integrate leadership, sales, and customer service skills with a focus on fixing people problems? We talk with Gina Trimarco, Chief Results Officer of Pivot10 Results all about this and more. Join us!
Join us for this episode of Let’s Get Radical when we talk with Hannah Tarkinson, founder and designer behind the Portland, Maine-based brand Ponomo. We’ll talk to Hannah about how she went from starting out in her small basement studio making one-of-a-kind leather handbags, to expanding her line to include leather accessories, fine jewelry, and belts all in her busy studio in Portland Maine’s thriving East Bayside. Tune in!
Nearly one in three Americans is an independent worker. That's 54 million people. And that number is growing. Join us as we talk with Caitlin Pearce, Director of Member Engagement, at the Freelancers Union, the nation's largest group representing the growing independent workforce. We'll talk about all things freelancing and their successful Freelance Isn't Free campaign that just passed in New York, to put an end to nonpayment. Join us!
Do you have a succession plan? What about an exit strategy? If you're a business owner, it's an absolute must on your to-do list. In this episode, we talk with Bill Carlino, managing director at Transition Advisors about what you need to know when you have the urge to merge. Join us as we talk about what to do, what to avoid, and how to spread the news.
What’s it like to become a business owner at the age of 50? We talk with Mark Ellison, owner of the franchise Play it Again Sports in Palatine, Illinois about his decision to invest in becoming a franchise owner and how his years of experience in retail management prepared him for the job. We’ll also talk about what you need to think about if you are venturing into the franchise market. Join us!
What's it like to run your own human resources consulting firm? What are the first steps to launch? How do you decide what services to offer? We talk with Rachel Anevski, CEO and President at Matters of Management. The New Jersey-based company provides executive talent search services, human resources consulting, executive coaching and growth strategies to the professional services world. We'll talk with Rachel about her brand, her growth, and hiring trends for 2017.
How do you transition from being a high-level executive for global tech companies to launching your own business? How do you create transformation for your customers as a consultant? We talk with Brad Smith, founder and president of Vector Business Navigation, a customer experience/customer success transformation consulting provider. We talk to Brad about his move to entrepreneurship, the power of referrals and what small businesses should do to start marketing on zero budget. Join us!
Founder and CEO Coss Marte lost 70lbs in 6 months using his own body weight in his 9x6 prison cell. Coss personally oversaw a million-dollar cocaine-and-marijuana empire in New York City before getting busted. Once locked up, however, he not only rethought his life—he conceived an entirely new and original way of getting fit. As a result, he started ConBody, a prison-style bootcamp that employs incarcerated individuals as trainers. His studio is located in New York City, but the workouts are also available on demand. Join us as we learn more about Coss’ story and how he built his business from the ground up.
How do you grow a non-profit organization while still maintaining your mission? With the holiday season approaching, we talk with Rod Brooks, CEO and president of Stop Hunger Now, an international hunger relief organization committed to ending hunger. Through donor engagement, cash contributions have grown from 800,000 in 2006 to more than 18 million in 2015. Join us as we talk with Rod about how the organization's meal packaging program has grown by an average of more than 50 percent per year, operating throughout the U.S. and through affiliates in developing countries. We'll talk about what it takes to lead a successful non-profit and how to grow your donor base.
It's not just customer service anymore. It's all about creating a customer experience. Join us as we talk with Kasey Bayne, head of Customer Communications at Olark Live Chat, about why chat boxes on your website work, how to choose the right social media tools for your company, and what's coming next for digital marketing in 2017.
Meet Wesley Bright. You may recognize him from his appearance on LeBron James’ new reality show, Cleveland Hustles. Grounded in community building and social responsibility, Bright is the founder of Akron Honey Company, which makes raw urban honey and now, innovative skin care products. In this episode, we talk with Wesley about his experience on Cleveland Hustles -he ended up turning down an investment from the show-, how that impacted his business, and what is next for the company.
Ah, millennials. Just the word alone can conjure up fear in the hearts of employers everywhere. In this next episode of Let's Get Radical, we break through this fear and talk with Adam 'Smiley' Poswolsky a millennial workplace expert and author of the new book, 'The Quarter-Life Breakthrough: Invent Your Own Path, Find Meaningful Work, and Build a Life That Matters.' We'll talk with Smiley about his story, what compelled him to write the book, and his tips on how to move your life forward with meaning -no matter your generation-.We'll also talk about how employers and business owners can create a work environment that is conducive to keeping millennials happy and engaged. Join us!
If you're a creative entrepreneur how do you create value pricing for your business? How does content play a role in building a brand? How do you build a strong working relationship over the years? Jody and Liz open up and share their experience of working together while gearing up for what's next for 2017.
So you want to start a business? Awesome. Where do you start? In this episode, we talk with Nellie Akalp, CEO and founder of CorpNet.com, a company that helps entrepreneurs start and structure their business along with helping them make sure they stay in compliance. We’ll talk to Nellie about how she got started on her entrepreneurial path, the best way to structure a company, and the importance of trademarking.
You know what September means ... back to school! Tune into this very special edition of 'Let's Get Radical' when we talk with senior business students live from Saint Mary's College -Jody's alma mater- to find out what they are learning, what inspires them, and how they see technology changing entrepreneurship.
Ideas in motion. That's the philosophy behind Undefined Creative, a New York-based boutique motion graphics agency working with household names like NHL, NBC Universal, The Maury Show, Better Homes and Gardens and United Nations. In this week's episode, we talk with creative director Maria Rapetskaya about how she built her business -she met her partner in a graphic design class during her freshman year of high school-, how she's landed big name clients and her new consulting endeavor for creatives: Define Your Path. Join us!
What are some of the top challenges for small and midsized businesses? And how do you go about tackling them? Join us in this episode when we talk with Jay Krishnan, Automile's Vice President of Marketing. Jay will give us the scoop on how businesses can grow their client base -and business-, how the Internet of Things is empowering companies and how cloud-based solutions are a game-changer. We'll also talk about how tracking your vehicles can give you new insight into your business.
Owning and operating a restaurant can be one of the toughest businesses out there. Join us for this episode of Let's Get Radical when we talk with celebrity chef Jordan Andino! Jordan has appeared on Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay, Bravo, E! and Food Network. He's the Executive Chef and owner of Invite Only, an American tapas supper club and 2nd City, a fast casual Filipino Taqueria, both in New York City. We'll hear about his early start -at age 9- in culinary arts, what makes a successful restaurant and the business of food.
Saul Colt is the smartest man in the world. We're serious. He is known as North America's best Word of Mouth marketer and we've got him on Let's Get Radical. From startups to big brands, he's done it all. Join us as we pick Saul's brain about how to network, drum up visibility for your brand, and how he got started.
What’s it take to run talent management company for the world’s most unique DJs, musicians, performers, and producers? In this episode, we’re going to find out. We talk to Kunjan Patel, the founder of Connecticut-based Kunjan Collective about what his company does, the trends in industry talent and what you need to know if you want to hire entertainment for your next event. Join us for the next episode of Let’s Get Radical!
In this second episode of this two-part series, we're back interviewing entrepreneurs and solopreneurs about what's happening at Sage Summit 2016 and in their world of business. Join us as we talk to a student of entrepreneurship, a DJ, a Sage marketing executive, an accounting technology expert and yes, a magician. Join us, you won't want to miss this one!
In this two-part series, we cover what's happening at Sage Summit 2016 in Chicago. We talk to entrepreneurs and Sage executives about branding, networking, and tools for small businesses and solopreneurs. Join us for our fun and unfiltered take on this 15,000 attendee conference.
How does innovation happen? What are the necessary ingredients and how do you bring it to more traditional spaces? Join us as we talk with Michael English, Conference Director (Innovate Your Cool Conference 2016) at The Art of Cool Project, about how he's creating innovation spaces on campuses of historically Black colleges and universities. We'll also talk about the opportunities that exist for people of color in the tech space.
Let's face it, sales tax can be a headache. But, you know, it really doesn't have to be. Join us as we talk with Shane Ratigan of Avalara and learn about the big picture regarding sales tax compliance in 2017. We'll discuss how the pressure from the states, US Congress and the Supreme Court might upset your sales tax applecart. Don't miss it!
How honest are you with your employees? Feel like you could use a boost of courage when it comes to running your business? You don't have to go it alone. In this week's episode, we talk with Mindy Mackenzie, the author of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book, The Courage Solution: The Power of Truth Telling with Your Boss, Peers, and Team and founder of MM Enterprises, Inc. about how to get to the heart of the matter in the workplace to improve your business and your life.
What's it take to open your own dress shop, especially in a popular arts district? In this episode, we talk with Amelia Blakeman, owner of Amelia, in Portland, Oregon. We'll talk to Amelia about how she made the leap from designing and selling on the side to opening her brick and mortar shop, how she decides on the other designers she works with, and how she balances dress-making with managing a boutique.
It's no secret the cloud and going mobile are changing the face of businesses today. Join us for this week's episode as we talk with fourth-generation entrepreneur Rene Lacerte, CEO of Bill.com. He'll share his journey from starting PayCycle to how he founded Bill.com, transforming how businesses pay and get paid. We'll look at what metrics he follows, what's new in the accounts receivable and payable areas, and talk about any emerging trends impacting small businesses.
From a beat up postal van at Coachella Valley Music Festival in April 2009 to a national fleet of 10 mobile ice cream trucks and carts, Coolhaus has grown tremendously over the last seven years. Join us as we talk with CEO and Co-Founder Natasha Case as she shares her story of pushing the boundaries of traditional dessert, how she is growing the company internationally, and how she develops products that stay in line with their unique brand.
Need some help closing deals? Are you finding people are attracted to your product or service but just aren't signing on the bottom line? You won't want to miss this episode. We'll be talking with Ronald Thomas, Senior Sales Trainer for Sage, about the secrets to selling. You'll get tips on how to relationship build, use LinkedIn to your advantage, and how selling is a science. We’ll also be talking about the upcoming Sage Summit in July! Join us!
Non-profit professional organizations need to be run like a business. A social business, that is, meaning they should be flexible, encourage open work environments and cloud-based infrastructure. Join us as we talk with Tom Hood, CEO of the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants, whose organization has been working in an open-office model for nearly two years, gleaning impressive productivity results. We'll talk to him about how he got his members onboard with the changes, why they chose to go to a subscription-based pricing model, and what he's learned during the process. Tune in!
Online courses can bring in extra income. A lot of it. But how do you create one and who has the time, especially when you're running a business? Tune into our next episode of Let's Get Radical when we talk with Janelle Allen of Learnwise and ZenCourses. A professionally trained online course and curriculum designer, Janelle teaches entrepreneurs how to develop online courses that matter. In this interview, we'll talk about the type of online courses you can create, how to price them, the development process and what not to do. Join us!
Are you ready to leave your corporate job and take the plunge into entrepreneurship? How do you face the fear of the unknown after years of working for someone else? In this inaugural episode of “Let’s Get Radical” join us as we speak with Richard Davies, who left his career as a staff correspondent at ABC News Radio in the spring of 2015 to form the podcasting startup, DaviesContent. We’ll talk about his road to entrepreneurship, what he’s learned so far and the advice he has for those who leave a steady corporate gig for startup life.