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The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
A series focused on small business advice and strategies, by Melinda Emerson, known as "SmallBizLady", discussing various aspects of entrepreneurship and small business management. Get insights from experts about topics relevant to small business owners.
Episodes
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Making Money with Bitcoin with Tonya M Evans
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest Tonya M Evans discuss the importance of a solid business plan and effective marketing strategies for small…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Managing your Credit in the Pandemic with James Hunt
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with James Hunt, the Celebrity Credit Guru. They delve into his journey into credit repair, strategies for protecting…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Keeping Your Business Finances Strong with Nicole Snow
In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes guest Nicole Snow, discussing her journey to social entrepreneurship, the secret to her business success, and her…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Landing Government Contracts with Carroll Bernard
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest Carroll Bernard delve into the world of government contracting for small businesses. They discuss the relevance of…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Making Your Side Hustle Your Main Business with John Clidy
In this episode, Melinda and guest John Clidy discuss transitioning from full-time employment to entrepreneurship, the importance of a support system, and…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Helping Your Remote Team Perform Better with Jennifer Leake
In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by HR expert Jennifer Leake. They discuss strategies for managing remote workers, using people analytics, and…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
From Management Mess to Leadership Success with Scott J Miller
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest Scott Miller discuss the importance of leadership skills, crisis management, and the transition from management mess…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Helping Your Employees Be Safe and Stay Motivated During COVID-19 with Lori M. Ruffin
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Lori M. Ruffin about the role of a COO team, employee motivation, company reset strategies, and creating an…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Leadership Strategies During the Coronavirus Pandemic with Andrew Andrews-Ramirez
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Andrew Andrews-Ramirez about his entrepreneurial journey, the role of veterans in business, and the challenges of…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Being Brilliantly Resilient with Mary Fran Bontempo
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and Mary Fran Bontempo discuss strategies for navigating current challenges and financial stress in business. They explore…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Understanding the Needs of Children and Teachers During COVID-19 with Steve Bollar
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Steve Bollar about the state of education, addressing the shift to virtual learning and the challenges it presents…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Understanding PPP Loans with Dawn Brolin
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with guest, Dawn Brolin, an expert in small business finance. They discuss the importance of cash and PPP loans during…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Mastering Your Brand Story with Kim J. Plyler
In this episode, Melinda Emerson talks with Kim J. Plyler, CEO of Shawcom Inc., about the importance of a clear company narrative. They cover handling…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
How to Protect Your Small Business From Cybercrime with Kristin Judge Final
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest Kristin Judge discuss the current state of small business cybercrime, strategies for cyber resilience, and global…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Nine Secrets for Effective Sales Copy with Sean McCool
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Sean McCool about maximizing website profitability. They delve into the three key components of a marketing…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Mastering Money Mindset with Vanessa A. Lindley
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Vanessa A. Lindley about money mindset in personal and business finances. They delve into the role of an…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Becoming a Menopause Millionaire with Carole Hodges
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Carol Hodges, a financial expert, about the transition from business coaching to financial expertise. They discuss…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Make Room for Your Next Level with Delatorro McNeal
In this episode, Melinda Emerson converses with Delatorro McNeal about his career and unconventional advice for the new year. They delve into peak performance…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Refreshing Your Brand in 2020 with Naly Rice
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Naly Rice about the significance of branding for small businesses. They delve into brand alignment across social…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
The Ins and Outs of Affiliate Marketing with Griffin Stewart
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and Griffin Stewart delve into the world of affiliate marketing. They discuss the workings of affiliate marketing, share the…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
On Her Own Ground: The Life and Times of Madame C. J. Walker with A’Lelia Bundles
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and A’Lelia Bundles delve into the legacy of Madam CJ Walker, her business strategies, and her enduring influence on African…
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Small Business Taxes Made Easy with Eva Rosenberg
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and tax expert Eva Rosenberg discuss key topics on business tax including deadlines, hiring professionals, new laws, and…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Living a Life of MORE with Michelle Washington
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Michelle Washington, founder of Women of More. They discuss the creation of the brand, empowerment of women…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Avoid Decision Disasters with Gleb Tsipursky
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with disaster avoidance expert Gleb Tsipursky. They discuss why business owners shouldn't trust their gut when making…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Jane Atkinson on Becoming a Wealthy Speaker
In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Jane Atkinson, a leading figure in the speaking industry. They discuss the steps to becoming a professional…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Building Relationships & Leveraging LinkedIn Connections with Kelvin Joseph
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and Kelvin Joseph discuss the evolution of marketing, emphasizing authenticity. They explore leveraging AI, big data, and…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Africa: The Continent of Opportunities with Thelma Ekiyor
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Thelma Ekiyor about her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs globally, and the…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
How to Take Any Business to 7 Figures
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest, Coach Steve Daley, discuss the value of peer education for small business owners. They delve into strategies for…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Exporting Like an Expert with Laurel Delaney
In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes guest Laurel Delaney to discuss exporting, particularly to China. They explore the use of Alibaba for business…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
How to Dominate the Market with Lethia Owens
In this episode, Melinda Emerson introduces guest Lethia Owens, a market domination strategist. They delve into current online marketing trends and the…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Know Your Numbers, Scale Your Business with Nina Kaufman
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest Nina Kaufman discuss the importance of risk management and contracts in business. They delve into strategies for…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
The Freedom Formula with David Finkel
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest David Finkel discuss the concept of a "Focus Day", overcoming challenges in the time and effort economy, and…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Leveraging Technology in the Remote World with Burton Kelso
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest Burton Kelso discuss the impact of Coronavirus on small businesses, remote working strategies, and cyber threats…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Communicating with the Media During a Health Crisis with Grant Ainsley
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Grant Ainsley about the role of media during the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss criticism towards media, the…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
How Small Businesses Can Persevere Through A Global Pandemic
In this episode, Melinda discusses the impact of COVID-19 on small businesses, strategies for managing finances, workforce capacity, and marketing. She…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
The Real Social Media Game: Being Profitable vs Popular with Lamar Tyler
In this episode, Melinda Emerson converses with Lamar Tyler about the significance of focus and clarity in business. They delve into the creation and evolution…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Insight, Influencers & Industry Trends in Retail with Romina Brown
In this episode, Melinda Emerson talks with retail expert Romina Brown about the challenges facing small businesses in the retail sector. They cover the impact…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Driving Online Sales Success with Neil Patel
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with digital marketing expert, Neil Patel. They discuss strategies to enhance website conversions, the future of digital…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Building Your Brand Through Book Authorship with Stephanie Chandler
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Stephanie Chandler, CEO of Nonfiction Writers Association, about the role of books in business promotion. They…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Ode to Kobe Bryant
In this episode, Melinda Emerson discusses Kobe Bryant's journey and influence, his evolution and business ventures. She talks about leadership, handling…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Growing Your Business with a Virtual Assistant with Carole Copeland Thomas
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Carole Copeland Thomas about the significance of team, technology, and diversification in business. They delve into…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Where Can I Get Some Money
In this episode, Melinda Emerson shares strategies for saving money and seeking investments for small businesses. She discusses the importance of pitch…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Uncomplicate Your Financials with Ellen Rohr
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and Ellen Rohr discuss understanding financial reports, the importance of charging more than it costs, and managing multiple…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
How to Be a successful business in 2020
In this episode, Melinda Emerson discusses the foundations of small business success, including identifying customers, enhancing visibility, building…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Scaling SmallBiz: Be All In! with David Weiss
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with David Weiss about entrepreneurship and commitment. They delve into the business model of Selffee and discuss…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Small Business Trends for 2020 and Beyond
In this episode, Melinda Emerson reflects on the past decade in business, discussing the impact of technology, the rise of e-commerce and content marketing…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Becoming a Celebrity CEO with Ramon Ray
In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Ramon Ray to discuss personal branding and its impact on sales. They delve into building a brand from scratch…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
What does Christmas Mean to Me
In this episode, Melinda Emerson shares her Christmas message, discusses the significance of Jesus' birth story, and highlights the importance of family during…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Optimize Your Sales Process with Alice Heiman
In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by sales expert, Alice Heiman. They discuss the challenges small businesses face in generating consistent sales, the…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Why I Decided to Go Back to School to Get My MBA
In this episode, Melinda Emerson shares her personal journey of deciding to return to school, highlighting the challenges she faced due to the lack of a…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Beware of New Business Barbie
In this episode, Melinda Emerson discusses the role of a business coach in small businesses. She provides tips on verifying a coach's credibility…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Making Meaningful Connections Online with Phil Gerbyshak
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and Phil Gerbyshak discuss making real connections online. They explore strategies to establish online relationships, the…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
How to Leverage Video for Your Personal Brand with Cher Jones
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Cher Jones about the significance of video for personal branding. They discuss strategies for choosing effective…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
30 Things You Probably Don't Know About Me
In this episode, Melinda Emerson shares her personal journey from journalism to entrepreneurship. She discusses her new book "Fix Your Business", and shares…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Small Business Hacks to Grow Your Business with Barry Moltz
In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Barry Moltz to discuss common struggles of small businesses, share favorite hacks from "Small Business Hacks"…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Making Profit First Work in Your Business with Mike Micholowicz
In this episode, Melinda Emerson welcomes guest Mike Michalowicz, discussing his new book "Clockwork". They identify top struggles in small businesses and…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Understanding the Trump Tax Bill with Accounting Rockstar Dawn Brolin
In this episode, Melinda Emerson and guest Dawn Brolin, a CPA, discuss the new Tax Bill's impact on small businesses. They delve into topics like revoking…
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Finding Success in Love and Business with Charreah Jackson
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with Charreah Jackson about balancing personal life and business. They delve into relationship types for professional…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
Bridging the Gap Between Traditional Sales, Networking, and Social Media with Brynne Tillman
In this episode, Melinda Emerson chats with sales expert Brynne Tillman about the differences between online and offline networking for small businesses. They…
- The SmallBizChat with Melinda Emerson
When You Hate Your Business
In this episode, Melinda Emerson shares her personal journey as a workaholic business owner and discusses the importance of a firm financial structure. She…