In this interview, we hear from Sharon Crow Chapman, CEO and principal designer of Sharon Chapman Design, founded in 2018. Despite launching just before the pandemic, Sharon's firm has thrived, specializing in transforming spaces through interior design. She discusses her journey from having degrees in advertising and communication to becoming a self-taught expert in design, underscoring the importance of passion and continuous learning. Sharon reflects on her experience managing employees, emphasizing the value of teamwork and fitting the right personalities into the business. She highlights the versatility of her company, which offers services ranging from custom cabinetry to full-scale property developments and rental furnishings. Sharon also shares her strategies for balancing her demanding work life with being a mother. She credits her business growth to the support and accountability of business coaching and networking through groups like Business Network International (BNI).
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In this interview, we hear from Ricky Hall from Nutrition HQ, a vitamin supplement retail chain with stores in Quincy, Illinois, Mishawaka, Indiana, and a new one opening soon in Vidalia, Georgia. Ricky shares his business journey, emphasizing the importance of surrounding oneself with other entrepreneurs and continuous self-education. He highlights managing staff and inventory as crucial challenges and values energy, passion, and customer care in employees. Nutrition HQ thrives on community engagement, personalized customer service, and diverse product offerings, including grab-and-go meals and in-body scans. Ricky attributes his growth to filling market voids and genuine customer care. He balances personal life with business demands by setting boundaries and finds acquiring quality franchise leads challenging. His marketing strategy involves community involvement, strategic radio, social media, and mass mailings. Ricky values openness in sharing business insights, believing in learning from failures, and identifies the mid-30s to 40s females as his ideal customers due to their broader purchasing needs.

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In this interview, we hear from Shaun Duvall, founder of the IT staffing company Daivari. He shared insights about his business, emphasizing the importance of consulting, direct hire, and staff augmentation in the IT space. He highlighted the significant changes and challenges faced, especially during COVID-19, and the implementation of the EOS system to streamline processes. Shaun discussed the qualities he seeks in employees, internally and externally, emphasizing a serving heart and long-term vision. He shared strategies for fostering a positive work environment, such as team collaboration incentives and community service programs. Shaun also touched on the importance of continuous learning and leadership development and the necessity of maintaining a balance between personal and professional life. On his business journey, Shaun emphasized the importance of accountability, holistic employee development, and adapting to market fluctuations for sustained growth and success.

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In this interview, we hear from Mark Mattei, the founder of ME and Media, a video production and marketing company started in 2020 by Mark and his wife. Mark explains that their business creates a wide range of video content for businesses, including YouTube videos, social media reels, website videos, and TV commercials, with a strong emphasis on content that delivers a return on investment through effective marketing strategies. Initially launched during the pandemic using severance equipment from their previous jobs, ME and Media has doubled its annual growth over the past three years. Mark attributes their success to their hard work, strategic networking, and the creativity of their dedicated team. Despite the challenges of running a business with a spouse, they maintain their roles and communication to balance their professional and personal lives. Mark highlights the importance of targeting the right audience, understanding client needs, and adapting to changes brought about by the pandemic. Their ideal customers are businesses seeking growth with sufficient marketing budgets, and they value partnerships with other video professionals to handle various project demands.

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In this interview, we hear from Brett Schnitger, CEO of Stars Design Group. Brett leads a company that designs, develops, and produces apparel through 67 factories in 14 countries. Based in St. Louis, with international offices, Brett shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of learning from mistakes and informed decision-making. He highlights the need to hire employees who align with company culture and the balance between empowerment and accountability. Brett discusses the apparel industry's shift from domestic to global production and the interconnectedness of the global economy. Managing a global business requires staying relevant through continuous evolution and balancing personal life with business demands. His ideal customers are medium to large companies, and he values connectors that facilitate meaningful business relationships. More information can be found on their website and podcast, "Clothing Culture."

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In this interview, we hear from Jamie Jay, CEO and founder of Bottleneck Distant Assistance, the world's first dedicated distance assistant company. Jamie explains that Bottleneck provides skilled human assistants for various administrative tasks, especially post-COVID, differentiating it from traditional virtual assistants. In his 18 years in the industry, Jamie shares that he would have focused on documentation and systems to reduce overwhelm and stress. He emphasizes creating a positive work culture where employees feel empowered to voice their opinions. Jamie also highlights Bottleneck's low turnover rate due to their rigorous vetting and personality assessments. He discusses the challenge and importance of educating others about the new category of distant assistance and attributes the company's growth to its specialization in six key administrative roles. Jamie's insights on category design and the importance of differentiation offer valuable lessons for businesses aiming to stand out in competitive markets.

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In this interview, we hear from Tyson Neal, who leads the freight brokerage at Flatworld and Solutions. He shared insights about his company and personal career journey. Flatworld, a third-party logistics provider, was founded 18 years ago by Kirk Farrell and Jeff Rothermick. Tyson joined two years after its inception, initially worked there, left to develop a freight railroad agency, and returned to build out Flatworld’s brokerage division. Tyson emphasized the importance of finding a mentor early, understanding and valuing employees' individuality, and fostering a positive work environment through empathy and appreciation. He highlighted passion and integrity as key employee qualities and stressed the importance of customer obsession for business growt

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In this interview, we hear from Marc Metz the owner of Optimus Sales Group - Powered by Sales Xceleration is a company that helps small to medium-sized businesses achieve breakthrough sales growth, discipline, and accountability. He provide great insights on using videos in your communications, a focus on sales daily-work and balancing the demands of success with your family.

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