The Veranda Entrepreneur: The Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Meet Lisa Collum, founder and CEO of Top Score Writing, Inc. and the visionary behind Coastal Middle and High School, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Lake Park, FL. Lisa Collun has garnered widespread recognition for her transformative impact on education. Her leadership has earned her and her company esteemed accolades, including being named among the Top 50 Florida Companies to watch for 2021, receiving a CEO Global Award and being honored as Entrepreneur of the Year 2027. Designed by teachers, Top Score Writing is the one and only program solely dedicated to teaching students to become effective writers. Our comprehensive curriculum uses a unique step-by-step system specifically designed to teach writing to students in grades 2-12. Incremental daily lessons break down the parts of an essay, including planning and strategizing and use repetiton and mastery techniques to build individual skills, culminating in the ability to form well-written complete essays. To learn more about other entrepreneurs visit ww.theverandaentrepreneur.com .
It was great to interview Jillian Johnson, the founder of Ladies Executive Golf Society (LEGS) on The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. We discussed how she came up with the idea to start LEGS and how she was able to grow the community across the country and beyond. As a member of LEGS, i have benefited first hand from the community and the impact of learning golf. Tune into learn how to create a successful community from scratch. If you will like to learn more about Ladies Executive Golf Society, visit here. If you will like to learn more about The Veranda Entrepreneur podcast here.
Most Black women grew up witnessing models of relentless hustle, not rest. But what if prioritizing your well being isn't just luxury -it's a necessity? Tara Pringle-Jefferson reveals how unlearning centuries old-stories about self-care can transform your health and happiness. Her new book, Bloom How You Must, offers a bold blueprint for reclaiming your time, body, and joy, starting with understanding where your self-care habits come from - and gently rewriting them. Tara Pringle-Jefferson is the founder of The Self Care Suite, a digital wellness community for Black women, recognized fr her advocacy, corporate consulting and bestselling book, Bloom How You Must. Visit www.tarapringlejefferson.com and www.theselfcaresuite.com to learn more. Visit www.theverandaentrepreneur.com to learn more about The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast.
We have Gabriela Francois the founder and creator of Gabby Likes to Read. She shares how she started her company and ways she continues to contribute to the reading community while highlighting diverse authors. Visit GabbyLikesToRead on Youtube and Instagram.
Meet Alizah Josette of Spherehead, LLC.Alizah Josette struggled to find an adequate pillow that would allow unrestricted movement but prevent harmful twists and strains of the head and neck muscles. Through her pewww.rsistence, dedication and numerous prototypes, she unlocked the secret to a soothing night's sleep – a pillow that cradles and supports the head and neck, promotes alignment of the spine, and allows flexibility of sleeping positions. Fueled by the excitement of this discovery and a deep determination to help others improve their quality of rest, Alizah pioneers the revolutionary design Spherehead – the dream pillow meticulously crafted for those seeking comfortable and meaningful rest. Find more at www.sphereheadpillow.com More podcasts at www.theverandaentrepreneurpodcast.com
Tune in to hear actionable ways to celebrate yourself! Yes, you! Have you been celebrating everyone else but yourself? Do you struggle with sharing your wins with others? This episode is for you. www.theverandaentrepreneur.com
Meet Nia Thomas of Nia PR as she discusses how she started and grew her PR firm. She also discusses ways business owners can DIY their PR.
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Welcome to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast! Today I'm discussing a topic I love! I'm sharing five of my favorite business books that I believe will be helpful as you build your business. For more information, be sure to subscribe to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. Check out .
Kasey D'Amato stopped by The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast to discuss achieving growth mindset while growing your business. Kasey is an executive coach dedicated to guiding business leaders in achiveing holistic success-both in their business and personal lives. By combining proven strategies with a focus on growth and work-life integration. She empowers business owners to scale their companies while mainitaining balance, fulfillmnent, and well-being. Tune in on tips on scaling your business while keeping your sanity. Find out more about Kasey D'Amato at Follow The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast Instagram: theverandaentrepreneur
Christine Mills is on the veranda with Abigail Mundell, a Fractional CMO, discussing the importance of using a fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) while building a company. To find out more check out the following websites: Instagram: theverandaentrepreneur
It's my 130th podcast anniversary! Join me on memory lane of past podcast episodes, what I learned from podcasting so far and what's next for The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. Be sure to subscribe and review The Veranda Entreprenuer Podcast. Also, follow on social at The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast (Instagram) and .
Tune in to hear about ways you can incorporate Black owned businesses in your holiday shopping. Merry Christmas! Be sure to subscribe to hear the latest episode.
Doctor Craig, pediatric dentist and chief heart officer of Kids United Pediatric Dentistry, shared on The Veranda Podcast the importance of building a company with a Why in the center. Listen in as he shares how his practice is making a difference in various countries within Afirca and how his patients are part of the process. Be sure to tune into the end, where Doctor Craig discussed the importance of creating a happy environment for not only the team as well as the clients. More information can be found at: Instagram: @kidsunitedsmiles Facebook: Kids United Pediatric Dentistry Be sure to like and subscribe the episode and learn about other episodes: Instagram: @theverandaentrepreneur
Meet Karly Feenstra, the founder and CEO of Happy Leader Project, where she provides essential tools for business owners and leaders designed to boost confidence, master feel-good sales, and get clarity on their most imporant goals. Instagram: @happyleaderprojects Be sure to stay tuned for more epiosdes by liking and subscribing. Also, please leave a review so others can learn more about The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast!
Mayra Gomez-Sanchez is your day-one copy strategist that helps ethical online business owners experiece financial growth while being inclusive for the socially conscious public. Listen to this podcast to learn how you can make your copyright more inclusive of the growing BIPOC community. Learn more at
It was such fun to meet Denise Reese of . is a luxury candle and home pleasantries company that reminds us to open a door to ourselves. Her company reminds us that grace always comes full circle! Denise shared how she was inspired to start her company during the pandemic and our world is much more serene because of it. Tune in to hear how she overcame challenges to create a product based company and how she had leaned into her community to grow her business. Also, she provided a discount code for listeners who shops from her website. Use TheVeranda discount code for 10%. Links from the Show: Instagram: @Gracethecollection
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to start a company with minimal risk? Listen to this episode with Allison Yee, Founder and CEO of Up Next. After 20+ years working in retail and real estate development, Allison created UpNext to help reimagine the next wave of retail. With a keen eye for making the right connections, Allison has led the charge in guiding hundreds of founders in elevate their brands through pop-ups and helping municipalities and developers create innovative retail projects. Learn more at Instagram: @poppingupnext Be sure to subscribe to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast and follow us on Instagram @The VerandaEntrepreneur
Meet Jenna Hermans, Co-founder and COO of a transformation agency, a busy mom of 4, a high-performance coach, and the author of the Benjamin Franklin Award Winning book, . Jenna takes an intentional and inclusive approach to help individuals and teams implement tools that put organization and systems around their busy lives that infuse calm and more joy, helping them go from . Listen and subscribe to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast.
Tune in to hear how Cara D'Orazio created CGM Fitness, Inc., an online fitness platform. You can learn more about Cara and CGM Fitness, Inc. at and at Instagram @c.g.m._fitness.
Meet Amy Jackson, co-founder and CEO of has spent her career building and shaping brands during times of rapid change. work directly with founders to develop thought leadership and support company goals, by designing a PR strategy that helps companies make a splash. Amy Jackson has helped potato farmers navigate the era of low-carb diets. She secured coverage in major media outlets leading up to the acquisitions of Bebo and Mint.com, and led LivingSocial’s PR efforts bridging from Facebook darling to local merchant marketplace. She took Silicon Valley journalists through a walk down memory lane at the Computer History Museum’s reopening. All of which led to coverage in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg Businessweek and NBC to name a few. Listen to this episode if you want to learn practical ways to grow your business using customized PR strategies. Find out more information regarding Tale Splash below: Please follow and rate Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast on ,
Karwanna D is a Certified Business Coach turned Government Contracts Strategist. She's a successful Entrepreneur, Author of and a Fiery Motivational Speaker. Karwanna is a master in empowering small business owners to grow profitable business so they can have successful and sustainable businesses with consistent income by revealing the biggest kept business secrets of government contracts. She has been featured on many platforms including CBS, NBC, Fox, Star Tribune Business, SBA SBDC and more. You can find more about Karwanna and her consulting conpany at .
I went in the vault to pull out one of my favorite episodes where I interviewed the talented design blogger, Stacy Blake of . She shared her beginnings of starting the blog and what continues to inspire her. Tune in to learn how to start a creative business that will inspire others to creat beautiful spaces of their own. Be sure to follow and rate it.
Meet Amaka Uchegbu of UCHE a hair company that utilizes artificial intelligence to provide insight of the type of hair products most suitable for your hairAmaka is the founder of , a new online beauty supply store that can predict if a hair product will be effective without you having to try it first. UCHE uses an AI-powered algorithm trained by Black hair scientists, dermatologists and stylists to match women with Afro hair to products most likely to work for their unique hair profile. UCHE draws exclusively from Black owned brands because of its mission to grow Black wealth by supporting entrepreneurship.
Blake is on a mission to help 1 million dads and moms write at least one well written, meanigful, lasting Legacy Letter to their children. Blake has a wonderful wife and loves being a father to his three children, all under 8. As he leads his family, he draws from many mentors, but none more importnant than his late father, Larry Brewer. Learn more about Legacy Letter at: Instagram: legacy_letter Facebook: Legacy Letter
Beverly Price is a divorce and empowerment coach, podcast host and woman on a mission. She’s a woman who has been through it all—and came out fighting. She knows what it's like to be a divorced woman in today's world—and she wants to change that. According to Beverly’s research, a large percentage of women struggle with low self-confidence and negative self-perception. Specifically, 79% of women do not feel confident, and many believe they are inferior to other women. Additionally, 62% do not believe they are intelligent, and approximately half do not think they are beautiful. This is especially true for divorced women. Beverly is dedicated to changing this and is working to improve the self-confidence and self-perception of divorced women. specializes in divorce and empowerment coaching for women who want to make their own decisions about their lives and their futures. Find more at
Created by sisters, Martha Moore Farrell and Elizabeth Moore, The Scuttle is a free mobile app that takes the stress out of organizing everyone's personal life. From vacation itineraries, immunization charts, home renovation notes and photos, camp lists, committee meeting notes, Thanksgiving assignments, birthday party plans and babysitter emergency information, The Scuttle is there to help users jot down info quickly and find it even faster. With over 3,000 downloads since its launch in April 2021, 97% of users said they would recommend The Scuttle to a friend. For the latest news and updates, follow Scuttle on Instagram .
Christiane Lemieux of Lemieux Et Cie shared her business story with The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. We discussed her company and its subsequent sale to Wayfair. She also discussed her latest design company Lemieux Et Cie. You can find more information about Christiane Lemieux at and Follow The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast on Instagram @theverandaentrepreneur
I was able to meet Rachel Johnson, the founder of of , a wellness brand and online health club for everyday, busy people wanting to feel their best. Rachel explained wny she started and her mission to help busy people create realistic habits that are actually sustainable.
I was delighted to interview Jenny Eversole of Style Space on the Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. She shares how she started Style Space which is a place for people to find an affordable accessible styling service for any occasion that helps them achieve their personal style goals with ease. Style Space is like having a close style confidante who understands you, your style and how to put together the best look for you. Whether it's clothes, hair, makeup, or skin-care. Visit to learn more or Instagram at stylespace.official
Joann Mezadieux of Lovely Darlings Picnic joined me on the podcast. She discussed how she started her company, Lovely Darlings Picnic. Lovely Darlings Picnic creates curated beautiful memories. She discussed her entrepreneurial journey, the inspiration behind the company and what is next for Lovely Darlings Picnic. Visit her website at Instagram: @lovelydarlingspicnic
LuAnn Warner Prokos shares how she started her photography business and why women should invest in portraiture to capture their best self. She also shares how she provides a curated experience for her customers. On this episode, we also learn about how LuAnn created a niche for herself in an industry that is constantly changing. Learn more about LuAnn Warner Prokos and her services at .
Carlye Morgan of Chalonne stopped by The Veranda to share how she started Chalonne, a women's luxury Apple watch bands, hand-crafted in France with th finest leathers, gemstones and solid gold
Meet David Mullings, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Blue Mahoe Capital Partners an impact investment firm focused on giving investors access to the emerging economies, markets of the Caribbean region and underrepresented founders.
Have you ever thought about the ingredients you put on your face? Our latest guest Shubhangini Prakash of Feather & Bone finds it extremely important to use clean ingredients on our skin. She shares how she built her company, one customer at a time with quality ingredients. Find out more at
Tracey Frost Rensky, the founder of Citibabes, a downtown New York membership club shared her journey of starting Citibabes and why building community was important to the growth of her company. Her business generated over $25M in revenue. She currently runs a consultancy where she advises small to medium sized start-ups.
Harlem Labs is a boutique advisory firm born and raised in New York City, and now in Austin. Harlem Labs exist to advise executives and entrepreneurs on strategy and execution, to improve acquistions and retention. For more Information visit
Meet Jamila Powell of Naturally Drenched. Jamila is the founder of Maggie Rose Salon and Naturally Drenched. This episode discusses her journey to creating a rapidly growing hair brand and the future of her company. Listen to this episode to learn about starting a consumer brand from scratch. You can learn at
Meet Michelle Olson-Roers of Modern Boca Mom. She shares her blogging journey and how she built into the destination blog of South Florida.
Learn how to market and sell your product or service from Ryan Stewman. Stewman is the founder of Hardcore Closer an online learning resource for salespeople. Listen to this episode if you want to learn how to be sell in a more impactful way. Resources:
Welcome to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. Lauren Milner, Co-Founder and President of Windmill discusses ways to grow your company's brand awareness on any budget. Listen to this podcast if you would like to learn about ways to grow your social media platform, the ideal industries for crowdfunding, ways to grow your brand on a limited budget, and to learn about the benefits of starting your business today. Recommended Book....The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz. Learn more at and Windmill at . Be sure to subscribe and rate The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast.
Learn how to start and grow a real estate business with Dr. Porsha Showers of Dr. Porsha Showers is a successful pharmacist by day and a realtor by night. She has successfully been able to manage both and has recently been featured on HGTV. She discussed ways to build wealth through real estate, ways you can follow your passion and why it is important to buy the right home to suit your needs You can find more information at .
This is Part 2 of The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast Black Shopping Guide Part 2. Please be sure to subscribe.
Tune in to get ideas for your holiday shopping. This list is complete and has something for everyone one on your list. Companies mentioned on this episode: Aphrochic Don’t Sleep Interiors Expedition Subsahara Shop Candice Luter Your Sustainable Home Goodee
Welcome to the Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast! This episode is all about you! How are you showing up for your calling?
Nicole Wright joined The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast of Satrell Beauty. Nicole Wright is a finance professional by day and has always wanted to step foot in the beauty industry to include her own ideas in to the mix. Satrell collection is cruelty-fee and complimentary to all skin tones. For more information at Learn more about Satrell Beauty at
This episode provided practical advice of growing your business the most effective way while focusing on your bottom line. Samantha Varner explains why women business owners should focus on needle moving activities to grow your business. You can find more information at You can also visit
Do you fear creating iterations of your business? Do you suddenly feel self-conscious when you realize that your business still requires a lot more improvements. This episode encourages you to embrace iterations so that you can fail forward. Iterations provide your with constant feedback on what you can improve.
Weekly bonus devotional for entrepreneurs to help you live a powerful life while growing your business!
Do you find that you are getting stuck? This episode discusses ways you can get your momentum back and it requires less than you think! Please rate and subscribe the podcast!
Meet Amanda Zieba, author of 11 books for both young adults and adults. She has perfected book promotion and stopped by The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast to share how you can market your books while building a loyal community. You can learn more about her, her books and her courses at . Find more resources at . Also, visit to read the YGB series and Dream Chasers!
Suzanne Boyd of shares how she started her company from scratch and built her customer base to include Hollywood celebrities. She shared the importance of pivoting and striving for excellence. Boyd also discussed her new party supplies company, The Party Co. Intl. which features Juneteenth paper goods
Mimi Scarlett of discusses how she built her multimedia company, and pivoted as she grew as a mother. She also shares her new venture Unlikely Market.
Just in time for the wedding season, I was able to interview LeaAnn Stephenson of The Vintage Laundry.She has a beautiful curation of vintage tabletop decor that's perfect for your next celebration. Thank you for rating and subscribing to the podcast.
I got to hang out with Sharon Rowe, Founder of Eco-Bags Products, the original reusable bag, brand sold worldwide. Visit and to learn more. Plus, check out her book . Come join the fun at
Learn how to scale and grown a content creation business with Shondell Varcianna of Find more resources for creative entrepreneurs at .
How do you tell the story of your company? What services are out there for content creation? I'm too busy running my business to create content. How does crowdfunding work? Lauren Milner of came by show to discuss ways her company supports small businesses with content creation so that can successfully grow, build a community and secure much needed financing. Visit for more information.
Have you ever been curious about the cannabis industry? I got a chance to interview, Naomi Granger, co-owner of Dope CFO concerning the bookkeeping opportunity in the industry. You can more information at and
This is part of the Side Hustle series. Have you ever wanted to write a book but never had enough time? This episode focuses on six strategies you can use to write your novel in 30 days.
This episode is the second part of our Side Hustle Series. Furniture flipping or furniture restoration business is ideal for individuals who have a knack for design and is not afraid of doing some manual work. Books I mentioned on this episode are below: Visit
This episode is all about thanking all of YOU for joining me on this journey to showcase creative entrepreneurs. Be sure to subscribe to hear episodes as soon as they are released.
Join us for Part 2 of the Black Holiday Shopping Guide. This list is all you need to give memorable gifts to your loved ones! Visit to discover more about these incredible businesses.
On this episode, you will find the ultimate Black owned shopping guide for the holidays. There were so many options we had to split it up into two episodes. Find the complete list on .
Stacy Blake of shares her journey to creating her popular design blog. Her blog and portfolio has been featured in Better Homes and Gardens, Dominoe Kids and many more.
Lashawn Francis of stopped by The Veranda Entrepreneur show to discuss her candle business. Listen to this show if you want to know how she started her candle business using natural ingredients while meet the demands of clients. Learn more about her Canary Ave candles at ().
Real estate has always been an ideal way for people to build wealth. Lydia Cutrer visited The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast to discuss her company and ways her company has helped numerous people meet their goals of home ownership. You can find more information at .
Daniel Levine of Dasher & Crank discussed how he started and grew his craft ice-cream business in Wynwood, Miami, FL. Listen to this episode if you want to learn how to scale a business, create an enthusiastic team, collaborate with other brands and having multiple streams of income in a business.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to start an interior design business from scratch, with no connections and still rise to the top? Nicole White stepped on the veranda to share her story of how she built her design company, Nicole White Designs, brick-by-brick while forging strong relationships within the business community, South Florida and the design industry. You can find out more at and .
Monet Hambrick stopped by The Veranda to discuss how she grew her hobby of traveling into a business with her website, www.thetravelingchild.co . She discusses ways she monetizes her blog, her new children's book series and why everyone should do more traveling.
Meet LeAnn Stephenson of . She shares with The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast how she started her event rental business. If you wanted to know the behind the scenes of how to start an event rental business, you don't want to miss this episode. Mentioned on the show: If you like the show, please rate and subscribe!
Dana Baugh of Baughaus Design Studio joined me on The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast. Dana discussed the makings of her company and has carved out a niche for herself in the design community. You can find more information regarding her company at and .
If you ever wanted to have a behind the scenes look at a fair trade children's clothing company, you don't want to miss this episode. Jacqueline Moesel stopped by the Veranda and discussed how she started her company, . You can find more information at . Don't miss out on any new episodes that can help you grow your business. Subscribe and rate The Veranda Entrepreneur!
On this monthly business crush, we feature , a STEM subscription service featuring STEM crafts, arts, and projects box for kids. Lessons we can learn from this company is to (1) start small, (2) start with a need, and (3) don't be afraid to raise funds. Find out more at . Be sure to subscribe and rate the show!
This episode is a gem for all of my entrepreneurs out there who are trying to run their business while making sure their personal finances are in order. shared her journey into entrepreneurship while helping others plan for their future.
Meet , the author of The Magic of Tiny Business: You Don’t Have to Go Big to Make a Great Living, and the CEO and Founder of . The “Original Reusable Bag Company, Ecobags brand, has been recognized as a category leader since 1989. The company is known for its commitment to outstanding quality, socially responsible supply chain and innovation; and for “cleaning up the planet one bag at a time." She has been featured in Time Magazine, Glamour Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur Magazine, on NPR – Air America and, in the award winning documentary, “BagIt” ECOBAGS® were featured on Oprah’s first dedicated Earth Day Show. Learn more at . Be sure to subscribe and rate podcast!
On this episode of Veranda Entrepreneur, we meet Malene Barnett, a designer, artist, speaker and activist. If you ever have wanted to meet an artist who have carefully and skillfully created a successful design firm, you would want to listen to this episode.
Michelle Olsen-Rogers of Modern Boca Mom stopped by The Veranda to discuss ways she grew her business and why she started . Modern Boca Mom is the premier mom website for Boca mothers. She also shares why you should drill down your audience. Michelle shared so much good information in this episode. You don't want to miss out. Find out more at .
Today's business crush is Sea Bags of Portland, Maine. We love this company because it is eco-friendly and they provide jobs for countless individuals in the U.S. Learn more about this unique company at Like what you hear? Never miss out on an episode by subscribing! Get more information on how to grow your business at
Arthur Dunk of Caribbean Bone Marrow Registry () joins the podcast to discuss ways you can save a life in this holiday season. By registering with the Caribbean Bone Marrow Registry, you can help individuals who are seeking donors. The registry is dedicated to helping those descended from the region, Latin American and beyond in need of a transplant and support. Services include: HLA-Matched Platelets, Ancestral Genetic Studies, Access to Worldwide Registries. Find more information
Meet Nana Spio-Garbrah of Blueprint Africa who is the founder and creative director of Blueprint Africa. Blueprint Africa was initially birthed out of a desire to furnish her home in Tunisia. She was initially overwhelmed by the sheer talent of the artisan community coupled with the need to decorate her home. After word spread of her design aesthetic, she decided to start Blueprint Africa. On this podcast episode, we discuss how she grew her side hustle to a full-time business. Subscribe to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast
Order flowers the right way and get them the way it's advertised. Tune into this episode to learn more about Christina Stembel's business, Farmgirl Flowers. Stay in touch and learn about the latest episodes by subscribing to The Veranda Entrepreneur Podcast! Learn more at .
Our business crush this week is, . This paint company is disrupting how we shop for paint. Tune into hear lessons for your own business.
Happy New Year! Make 2020 the year when you achieve your goals repeatedly. On this episode, I provide a framework so that you will win this year!
This episode focuses on amazing Black owned companies to buy for loved ones. Toys/Games/Kids Books Travel (satin-lined caps which are great for when traveling) Beauty New Parents Party Items (known for their Black Santa wrapping paper) Food (BlackGirlMagic Riesling) Spa & Wellness (feminine hygiene products) (skincare, face masks, etc.) Home Decor Be sure to subscribe to The Veranda Entrepreneur podcast. Yo can also learn more at .
Entrepreneur and co-owner of Artnest, Stephanie Scianna, discusses how she started Artnest in Delray Beach, FL. She discusses her entrepreneurial journey and how she created a safe space for children (and adults!) to create art. If you were ever curious of how to be a creative entrepreneur while building a business that is fun, this episode is for you! You can find more information about Artnest at .
Meet Flora Ekpe-Idang, the founder of Corage Dolls. On this episode, Ms. Ekpe-Idang discusses why she started her doll company and the importance of diversity in the industry. You can find more information at .
Are you curious in how you can be a part of the cannabis industry? Naomi Granger of Dope CFO discusses ways you can build a bookkeeping firm for the cannabis industry. www.theverandaentrepreneur.com
Learn how you can practice self-care while growing your business, balancing family obligations, and managing your career with Tara Jefferson Pringle of Self-Care Suite. You can learn more about Mrs. Jefferson Pringle at . You can also join her Facebook group at .
Do you feel stuck in your business? Are you having a hard time growing your business beyond a certain revenue size? Are you having a hard time hiring the right people? This podcast episode is for you! Jon Paramore of The Smash Company joined us to discuss how you can grow a sustainable company. Mentioned in this episode:
Who says you have to be perfect before you start trying? This episode is all about encouraging you to go out there and get it done! Mentioned in this episode: Visit
I kept hearing about Thou Shall Prosper and finally got around to reading it. If you are looking for a practical guide to growing a profitable business and building wealth by changing your mindset first, then this book is for you. I like that he used ancient Jewish wisdom as a base for each principal. Once I picked up this book, I literally couldn’t put it down. It’s easy to read and Fox has a hands on approach to doling out information regarding building a business in the technology age. After reading the first chapter, you feel confident enough to start your very own laptop business. This book is perfect for you if you are still trying o figure out time management, guilt for not getting everything done, or feeling overwhelmed at your long to do list. Zuckerberg’s solution is simple…just pick three that you will focus on for that day. This book came in 2005, but it’s still relevant today. It wasn’t a small feat to build an empire from an often overlooked area of our lives: domestic living; but Martha Stewart did it. She paved the way for the Etsy's and many blogs and media outlets today. Read this book if you want to learn from Stewart herself. This book is another classic. Admittedly, I recently read this book after seeing and hearing about it everywhere. The book did not disappoint at all. Ferriss pretty much lays out the structure to create the life you want on your own terms. Visit for more information. Be sure to subscribe to the Veranda Financing Podcast and leave a review!
Mark and Anne Lackey are well known around Atlanta and across the nation as Real Estate Investors, Authors, Speakers and Educators as well as Realtors. Today, Mark and Anne own and manage close to forty residential properties in their own account, and manage 160 rentals for other investors. The couple started to help small businesses grow and scale their businesses. Be sure to listen to the show to get your free book! Visit for more resources.
Arthur Dunk of Caribbean Bone Marrow Registry () joins the podcast to discuss ways you can save a life in this holiday season. By registering with the Caribbean Bone Marrow Registry, you can help individuals who are seeking donors. The registry is dedicated to helping those descended from the region, Latin American and beyond in need of a transplant and support. Services include: HLA-Matched Platelets, Ancestral Genetic Studies, Access to Worldwide Registries. Find more information
Meet Rachel Hill of Rachel Travels. She discusses how she retired from Corporate America at 27 years old and traveled the world, while building her business. Want to learn more? Visit . Interested in a curated experience in Southern Africa? Visit . Learn about ways can help you finance your dreams at .
Harper Poe of discusses her fair trade company and the future of her business. If you want to learn how to create a sustainable business that makes an impact for women around the world...listen to this episode. Get more business resources on . Subscribe to the Veranda Financing podcast on Itunes.
Christine Mills discusses ways entrepreneurs can learn how to manage the risks that comes with entrepreneurship and working at your optimal level. Subscribe to the Veranda Financing podcast. Also, get business resources on .
Christine Mills discusses ways entrepreneurs can learn how to manage the risks that comes with entrepreneurship and working at your optimal level. If you enjoyed the episode, please rate and subscribe. You can also learn about ways Veranda Financing can help with your financing needs and business coaching at .
Today Christine Mills discusses six lessons small businesses can learn from Disney World: 1. Always Surprise Your Customers 2. Engage the Senses 3. Make the Wait Time Enjoyable 4. Create The Need to Buy With No Pressure 5. Layer Your Customer Experienc 6. Always end Your Customer Experience With Magic Be sure to subscribe to Veranda Financing podcast and visit .
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Meet of Blueprint Africa who is the founder and creative director of Blueprint Africa. Blueprint Africa was initially birthed out of a desire to furnish her home in Tunisia. She was initially overwhelmed by the sheer talent of the artisan community coupled with the need to decorate her home. She was met with a high level of frustration when at the time, African design translated to safari animals. She decided to decorate her home with a modern sensibility, while incorporating artisan crafts. After word spread of her design aesthetic, she decided to start Blueprint Africa. On this podcast episode, we discuss how she grew her side hustle to a full-time business, ways to build a creative service business, and how her finance/consulting background has helped her grow her business. Resources: Subscribe to Connect with us at
We are super excited to have Jacquie Moesel from on The Veranda Financing podcast. On this episode you will learn the following: 0:21 Learn about and why Jacquie started the children's clothing company using local artisans in Peru. 1:09 Learn about the meaning of Moesel and the inspiration behind the name. 2:30 Learn about the reason she chose the socially responsible route when it comes to her business model. Also, the reasons you should consider socially responsible clothing when you are making your purchases. Buying consciously may shift the amount of clothing you purchase. 7:52 Learn about the fun, timeless designs of and the design process and the inspiration behind the label and making it appropriate for the U.S. market. 11:17 Learn about how she goes about finding the artisans for and the challenges she has faced in doing business in Peru. 14:50 Learn about the significance of the names of the clothing. 16:56 Learn about the new line of clothing and collection that will be coming this fall. Stay tuned! 19:50 Learn about the return back project this Fall/Winter where customers will be able to return gently used clothes to children in Peru. 22:05 Learn about how she started after the age of 40. Also, how she volunteered and did an apprenticeship with . Learn how to check your ego at the door and learning from other mistakes. 27:33 Rapid Fire Questions Visit Recommended books: - by Carmine Gallo - If you enjoyed listening to The Veranda Financing Podcast please subscribe to Itunes and leave a rating. Also, visit for more resources for your entrepreneurial journey.
Join Christine Mills as she celebrates the 10th episode of Veranda Financing podcast! She encourages each of you listening to celebrate the small steps. Celebrate the small beginnings. Celebrate the rawness and innocence that comes with starting out, because there’s beauty in that too!
Join Christine Mills as she discusses ways to create your customer avatar and how you can use that information to connect more purposefully with your ideal customers. As you know time and money are limited resources. Especially as an entrepreneur, you may already be pressed for time, as you are trying to juggle so many responsibilities. That’s why it’s so important to know who you’re ideal customer is that your are trying to connect. Christine Mills walks you through an easy way to create the ideal customer and approach him or her on an ongoing basis. Plus, we are going to create a customer avatar for a fictional design company to help you gain a solid understanding of some questions to ask.
Christine Mills discusses ways sharing information can increase your customer base, grow your business, and expand your business community. If you enjoyed listening to the Veranda Financing podcast, please give us a five star review on Itunes to increase the likelihood of others joining the Veranda Financing podcast community. Also visit us at for more information. You can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter all at Verandafinancing. Thanks for tuning in and remember that the keys to a successful business comes when you meet, finance and grow!
As we reflect on 2018, entrepreneurs need to review, process and implement. As entrepreneurs , I think we always have to reflect on what’s working and what’s not working. Even more so, we should do this exercise as we end the year. I will urge everyone of us to review, process and implement. Review what happened month by month of this year. I like to start with the good things that happened and then end it with all of the things that did not go so well. Then process what occurred due to certain decisions. Process what worked and what didn’t work. Process what you could have done differently. Process if that product could be implemented differently. Process if you need to have a broader customer base. Process if you need to hone in on your business model. Perhaps, you realized that by the middle of the year, your business went in a different direction. Does that direction make sense? At this point, it would be helpful write down questions that only you can answer. This is the section, you can also take a hard look at your finances. Process if you are satisfied with your revenues. Maybe you’re satisfied with your revenues but not so satisfied with your profits. This is when you can take a hard look at your expenses to realize where you can make your business more profitable. Do you need the big offie space? Do you think you can start selling more of a high profit product? Can you contract some of the work out instead of using full-time employees? The last part of this process is to implement. This is a very crucial part of the process. If you don’t implement this part the rest of the steps might as well be null and void. This last step can also come across as being intimidating and overwhelming. It can sometimes be easy review what happened over the years, pat ourselves on the back. It can be a bit harder to process what worked and what didn’t. But implementing what we learned from the process can take a lot more effort. If we go back to the example of your profitability being weak. You think that selling a higher profit product is a good idea. Now, you have to go for it. In my first episode, I spoke about not needing permission.This can be a bottle neck in small businesses. But this is when you have to be relentless to implement a strategy that makes sense. The good thing about this episode is that it ties into the reflective mood of the end of the year. However, you can implement this strategy any month of the year. I really do believe that you can review, process and implement any day of the year. If you enjoyed this podcast please be sure to subscribe to Veranda Financing. Also, give us a rating on Itunes. I would really appreciate it. Also, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @verandafinancing. You can also visit us at our website where we share a chock full of resources for entrepreneurs.
Christine Mills discusses ways you can show up as if you have already arrived. You can use the following techniques: Reverse engineering of your overall vision Showing up consistently in areas that will push you closer to that overall vision. "Trying on" your future self Being intentional about your future goals Working past discouragement ******* If you enjoyed this podcast please be sure to subscribe to Veranda Financing. Also, give us a rating on Itunes. I would really appreciate it. Also, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @verandafinancing. You can also visit us at our website where we share a chock full of resources for entrepreneurs.