SmallBizcast

Creativity goes beyond pen and paper. You don't need to be a world-class painter in order to leverage your right-brained talents. Rochelle Seltzer of Live Big! helps business leaders leverage their creative side in order to create unique solutions for their clients and staff. Her work in women's empowerment has inspired many to grow from her one-of-a-kind practice. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth gets his very own professional philosophies challenged and learns a thing or two from Seltzer's impactful approach.

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There are many experts out there that help residents with their real estate-related finances and investments. Davis Beckham of Dignified Home Loans is one of them. However, Beckham suffered from a pain point that isn't highlighted on this podcast too often. In this episode, Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth, approaches the topic of alcoholism and substance abuse in a sensitive and compassionate manner. Davis and Joel discuss the difficult relationship of personal health, career, and family.

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When you go out to the ocean, the miles and miles of calm waters can be misleading. Boats get damaged and can leave civilian sailors in compromising situations. Heroes like Carson Shevitz save the day one boat at a time. Shevitz and his crew also saved Joel Volk, of Hot Dog Business Growth, and his friends which is how this interview became a reality! After towing his boat, Joel has Carson expand on the case-by-case emergencies that come his way along with the nuances of this unique business.

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Leilani Quiray, founder of be the change HR, speaks with Joel Volk on the Hot Dog Biz Growth covering the efforts in social impact entrepreneurship, transparency, travel, and company culture. Quiray stressed the importance of building a business that aligns with values and makes a positive impact on society. She also emphasizes the need for transparency and authenticity in business and company culture. Leilani's unique experience in running a business while traveling covers the lessons she learned on the way and how it built a more inclusive company culture in the long run. Joel Volk praises Quiray for her unique approaches to transparency, trust, and respect along with the steps she took to build a successful and sustainable business.

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Justin Krane is more than a financial planner. As a matter of fact, the value he provides to individuals and families has earned him recognition on such channels as CNN, Fox, and The Wallstreet Journal. The difference is that Justin's unique talent is catching people off guard with the unexpected. Justin joins Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth to explore these pattern interrupts and how his communication and outreach has impacted him and his network.  

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Selling your business can be daunting and lonely. How can you possibly know, without any prior experience, whether or not the bigger fish are cutting you the right deal? Jessica Fialkovich took her experience from selling her winery and turned it into a consultant practice known as Exit Factor. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth learns that Jessica and he happen to have a lot in common and can collaborate on many of their leading clients, together.

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Pursuing the American dream, Ian explored opportunities in a variety of fields until he realized the one of a kind opportunity to provide needed service for industry disruptors. Ian has provided EV charging stations across the US for commercial electric vehicle purposes. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth takes a look into the electric vehicle industry with Ian.

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What happens in the office doesn't stay in the office. Robert Grossman of Black Diamond Leadership works with managers and teams from a psychological standpoint. Destigmatizing the burdens we feel from work, Robert levels with Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth to relate and workshop solutions for the everyday working person. 

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Shoes are a straightforward product we tend to not think twice about. DiFrancisco realized that footwear isn't always the most accessible. Joseph's startup, Friendly Shoes, leads the way in new footwear technology for all to enjoy. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth learns of the start up journey and how Friendly Shoes stands out amongst the behemoth competition of mainstream footwear. 

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Adam Treiger believes that small business is the main building block of society. Adam practices at the intersection of business law and employment law.   Host, Joel Volk, and his guest, Adam share some great stories with words of wisdom.  
Adam has a unique perspective on the world of small business and shares his thoughts in this rich dialogue.

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Businesses need a story to create that emotional connection customers crave. That's what Michael Ashley is an expert at. With Michael's experience in public speaking and screenwriting, he demonstrates his secrets and techniques with Joel Volk of Hot Dog Biz Growth.

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Inherently Tim Gallagher, of 101BusinessCoach.com, is a problem solver with an incredible reputation. Leading his network as a Vistage Chair, he shares his experience on gathering CEOs and general business leaders in order to help them succeed beyond their shared issues. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth expands on this intrigue in this exciting interview. 

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Just why does your story need to be told and who would listen? Mickie Kennedy of eReleases comes from a multi-faceted background in literature, providing businesses the reason and know-how to get heard in the public eye. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth learns of Mickie's experience working with the newswire and the unique challenges that comes with running a team in this field.

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Being a kick @ss mentor isn't easy! Jason Flame of Moorpark Karate and Krav Maga has led generations of young students to finding their path in the world of martial arts. He has subliminally impacted the well-being of many in their personal lives as well. Jason shares his most endearing experiences with Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth expanding on the business of a martial arts studio and how he turned his dojo into one-of-a-kind.

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Joel Volk, of Hot Dog Business Growth, and Nick Warner, of Nick Warner Consulting, coach Chaz Volk of Mr. Thrive Media, to help him develop his business plan for 2022. Together they discover unique ways to monetize his virtual networking group for artists and entertainment professionals.

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Jay Rosen of Affiliated Monitors, inc comes armed with a colorful career ranging from entertainment to business development, discussing the multi-faceted world of ethics. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth builds a rapport focusing on the common theme of finding what you value most from work and personal life.

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Will Lydgate makes the aloha life of Hawaii a whole lot sweeter with his guided tours at Lydgate Farms. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth picks the brain of Will and how he's able to turn a business's service into an experience.

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Paul Laredo is a self made man who shares the uniqueness of his business and how that allowed him to grow beyond the struggles that all small business owner faces. He shares his experiences with Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth and exchanges important lessons that all businesses owners must know!

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Why is diversity, equity, and inclusion so important in the work sphere? Janine Hamner Holman of J&J Consulting, LLC sheds light on lesser-known needs of employers/employees designed to improve the well being and value of everyone's view on identity. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth explores the possibilities of what tomorrow's professional setting will feel like.

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Janice has spent her career facing quite a bit of competition. She has mastered her niche by seeing opportunity with her competitors and finding ways to make all parties happy. With her new book Coopertition  Janice explores the ways that competitors can become your greatest  allies when seeking referrals. Joel Volk of Hot Dog Business Growth takes a deep dive into their shared experiences and the ways this can be achieved.

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Nick Guglielmo works hard to put food on the table. Not just for his family but for his hungry customers at the iconic Fisherman's Catch. Nick shares with Joel Volk that there are no secrets to his expert-level ethic towards getting the job done and building his successful reputation.

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GUEST: Nick Guglielmo | Fisherman's Catch | 1185 S Victoria Ave., Oxnard, CA 93035 | (805) 985-6200

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Mike Fox is no stranger to needing to adapt. As an office supply provider, M&M Paper Company stands the test of time by staying flexible and necessary for businesses across California. Mike Fox joins Joel Volk of Mercury Document Imaging to tell his stories and what makes him so capable of change when it's necessary.

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Are you one of the companies that fails to train its sales staff? Michael Gordon of Sandler Training explains how expert level psychology and presentation help him and his clients not appear as a sales people. Joel Volk of Mercury Document Imaging and Michael discuss how their worlds relate in the discussion of sales. 

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Michael Puldy is an expert at getting businesses to adapt on a professional, technological, and personal level. Puldy's risk management stories certainly drive fear as he recalls the nightmare and redemption stories to Joel Volk on SmallBizCast.

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Barry Cohn of Jorgensen HR talks about the philosophy of his long-standing career; spanning from the world of banking to running his own operation in the world of human resources and benefits. Joel Volk digs deep into the value-drive world of Barry's ethic and how it has amounted to his success.

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Dina has OCD and with her special trait, capitalizes on it to organize spaces, clean clutter, and seal memories forever. Joel Volk learns of this unique but needed field along with unique cases that turned into success stories. 

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Kathy Yamaguchi is a serial entrepreneur whose values and lifestyle is inspired by her parents' upbringing and work ethic. Joel Volk sits with her to discuss the challenges her parents and heritage had and how business balanced that unique American narrative.

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Saying goodbye to the business you spent your career scaling can be a daunting and lonely process especially when you're alone. Kevin Berson solves this problem by protecting the liability that comes with selling your business so that you can sell safely and have peace at mind. Kevin specializes in mergers and acquisitions with Seapoint Advisors.

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GUEST: Kevin Berson | Kevin@SeapointAdvisors.com

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Having the safe but unfulfilling lifestyle of the corporate world, Shana Elson decided to pursue a much more fun endeavor by founding Top This Chocolate, a local chocolate bar store that allows its customers to customize their bars and turn candy into a tasty and interactive experience. Joel Volk sits with Shana to learn about this risky jump and how she turned starting from scratch into a growing opportunity.

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Author, podcaster, and brand and marketing expert Jason Ciment of Get Visible Digital Marketing joins Joel Volk on SmallBizCast to talk all topics under the sun under business and values!

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In March 2020, Gregg Garfield became patient zero of the covid 19 pandemic. With symptoms so severe, doctors gave Gregg a 1% chance of survival while he barely hung on to life at St. Joseph's Hospital in Burbank. Joel Volk starts season 2 of SmallBizCast by talking with one of the greatest success stories to come out of this pandemic!

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We're back! David De Castro of De Castro and Morrow LLP sits with host, Joel Volk, to discuss the developments of 2021 employment law - a resource all business owners should be aware of. Stay tuned! Sneak peaks from season 2 are at the end.

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This promising start up business owner speaks with business coach and podcast host, Joel Volk, to talk about the creative media world that TYC Picture & Post House aims to dominate! Takiya Coley is an up and coming business owner sparking opportunities to a wide variety of businesses and productions across the country.

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Joel Volk's and Danny Davis' chemistry is unparalleled in this exciting fast-paced interview between two entrepreneurs as they discuss the experience of bringing to market original ideas amongst cookie-cutter companies and the lessons that come from good and bad management.

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