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Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the value of fostering community, gaining insights from team members, and continuously experimenting to improve business operations in episode 607 of Business Brain. They begin with lighthearted banter about National Ice Cream Day and share listener reviews and feedback, highlighting the power of community […] The post Best and Stupidest – Business Brain 607 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss strategies for elevating your business on episode 606 of Business Brain. They emphasize the importance of going beyond merely listing products on platforms like eBay, Poshmark, or Whatnot. Building relationships with platform executives and engaging in their communities can lead to invaluable benefits, such […] The post Selling is Not Enough + Year End Tasks – Business Brain 606 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean interview Adam Janney, co-founder of Tuska Outdoors, about his entrepreneurial journey and the innovative products his company creates. Adam shares how he and his partner, Josh, built a business manufacturing hunting blinds and lightweight insulated campers using a […] The post Tusca Outdoors Co-founder Adam Janney – Business Brain 605 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

Key Themes: Doubt in Entrepreneurship: – Doubt is a universal challenge for entrepreneurs, whether they’re just starting or experienced in their journey. – The hosts discussed how connecting with other business owners helps normalize these feelings, reducing the isolation often felt by solo entrepreneurs. – Anecdotes were shared about overcoming […] The post Doubt and Downtime – Business Brain 604 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

The podcast episode of Business Brain focuses on key entrepreneurial strategies, including rapid idea evaluation, leveraging opportunities, and creative funding strategies. Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the importance of quickly vetting business ideas by evaluating potential risks, rewards, and long-term benefits. They share examples, such as avoiding a low-value […] The post Vetting Opportunities Quickly – Business Brain 603 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this podcast episode, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss key concepts related to entrepreneurship, motivation, and business growth. Shannon shares his experience working on a landing page for an online course, highlighting the importance of using proven design methods to cater to different buyer personas. They discuss the science […] The post Motivated by Boredom – Business Brain 602 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean explore the power of memes and GIFs in business marketing. They discuss how these tools can effectively cut through the noise, grab customer attention, and add a touch of humor to branding. Shannon shares his experience using trending […] The post Adding Your Personality to Your Business – Business Brain 601 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this milestone episode, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean celebrate 600 episodes of Business Brain and reflect on their journey of adapting and evolving over the years. The conversation focuses on an insightful concept: “solving for money” and the mindset shifts that come with financial independence. Key Takeaways: The Meaning […] The post Once You Solve for Money – Business Brain 600 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the journey of transforming an idea into a business and the mindset shifts required for success. Reflecting on the story of Erica Beth Levin, they emphasize the importance of taking the first steps rather than waiting for […] The post Freedom or Flexibility? Business Brain 599 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean interview Erica Beth Levin, founder of Global—a unique baby food brand aimed at solving the issue of picky eating by introducing children to diverse and flavorful foods early on. Inspired by her own children’s dietary journeys, Erica shares […] The post Erica Bethe Levin, Founder and CEO of Globowl – Business Brain 598 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean celebrate “International Talk About Money Day” while sharing valuable insights on retirement, entrepreneurship, and teaching effectively. They tackle a listener’s question about retirement, emphasizing the importance of defining retirement on your own terms. Both hosts share their experiences […] The post Right Time to Retire + Don’t Ignore First Steps – Business Brain 597 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of “Business Brain,” hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the implications of using AI-generated content in a corporate setting sparked by an email from a listener, Jeff. They explore the legal gray areas surrounding AI-generated works, especially regarding copyright and company ownership of AI-assisted creations. The […] The post AI Copyright + Exponential Upside – Business Brain 596 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of the Business Brain podcast, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean share personal anecdotes to emphasize the importance of understanding one’s audience and leveraging AI tools to navigate tricky situations. Shannon shares a humorous experience with LED candles at vacation rentals, highlighting the unpredictability of guest behavior. […] The post AI Saved My Ass – Business Brain 595 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean tackle the delicate topic of politics in business, discussing whether or not businesses should share political views and how doing so can impact credibility. They share their thoughts on staying politically neutral, using an analogy to musicians and how […] The post What’s in Your Credibility Stack? Business Brain 594 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss insights from their recent guest, Michael Prendamano, who introduced his bin store concept. The store operates with a unique pricing model where the price of items decreases each day until sold. They explore how this innovative approach […] The post Family Business Dinner Table Lessons – Business Brain 593 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean talk with Michael Prandamano, founder of The Bin Store. Michael shares his journey from starting out with retail arbitrage in his backyard storage shed to operating two successful bin store locations moving over 1.75 million items annually. The Bin […] The post Michael Prendamano – The Bin Store – Business Brain 592 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon discuss a variety of topics, starting with the expansion of Spirit Halloween stores into the Christmas season with Spirit Christmas, highlighting the pop-up retail model’s risk-managed approach. They then dive into Michael Girdley’s list of “11 tells of successful people,” exploring […] The post “Tells” of Successful People – Business Brain 591 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon dive into several topics, including wedding planning insights, tools for managing emails effectively, and the concept of risk aversion in entrepreneurship. They discuss how tools like SaneBox can streamline email management by filtering out non-essential emails and setting reminders to ensure […] The post Risk is a Competitive Advantage – Business Brain 590 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean explore AI’s impact on business practices. They introduce “AI IRL,” sharing how they use tools like Freepik for generating visuals and Cast Magic for transforming content efficiently. The conversation addresses client relations, focusing on the influence of budget […] The post Smaller Budget = More Headaches – Business Brain 589 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, we explore the evolving landscape of online selling, focusing on the recent changes to Poshmark’s fee structure. I share my experiences from building a successful handbag business on the platform, discussing how the new tiered fees—which can drop sellers’ earnings to as low as […] The post In Your Neighborhood + Poshmark Fee Structure — Business Brain 588 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.