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Business mentorship featuring entrepreneurs who are passionate about their buisness and participate in the ShareYourStories.online guest blog series. We are Keepin’ It Real as we share lightbulb moments and 3 words of advice. Our mission is to increase the visibility of each business, encourage collaboration and build connections in the community through storytelling. The primary purpose of this podcast is to introduce the person behind the logo - entrepreneurs and their great ideas. The views and opinions shared are those of the guests and their participation does not imply any endorsement of them, their products or services. ” We create a buzz about your biz”
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Friday Aug 09, 2024
Friday Aug 09, 2024
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Tips from A Social Media Expert” Suzanne Zandbergen
Episode #199
We will meet a small business owner who is a social media expert and connects with her community through social impact.
Let’s find out how she has taken her experience in advertising to interact directly with your customers in real time through social media.
A special thanks to Suzanne who is one of the first 100 business owners we featured in the series who took a leap of faith to join us a few years ago...
Our guest is from Hamilton, Ontario.
“Suzanne Zandbergen is the founder of The Generator, a social media marketing agency in Hamilton, as well as co-founder of Hamilton Fempreneurs, a group of local women entrepreneurs with over 4,00 members. Suzanne is a Women Who Rock award recipient, and nominated for a Hamilton YWCA Women of Distinction award.”
A few of the amazing things Suzanne shared:
1. Lightbulb moments and starting your own business
2. How to engage your customers? Video!
3. Share your passion project for community impact
Read Suzanne's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Overcome Obstacles through Hypnosis” with Robbie Spier Miller.
Episode #198
We will meet a small business owner who is an award winning human performance expert, NLP coach and hypnotist.
Let’s find out how hypnosis teaches people to excel in personal mastery, leadership, communication, relationships, public speaking and sales.
Meet our guest from Burlington, Ontario
“Robbie Spier Miller is an expert in communication and human performance. So since 2006. She has helped thousands of people individually, and in organizations large and small, cut through the clutter, grow through challenges and achieve greater success. She teaches people how to excel in personal mastery, leadership, communication, relationships, public speaking and sales.”
A few of the amazing things Robbie shared:
1. Great ideas need proof of concept
2. Becoming A Business Owner
3. Be Unconventional
Read Robbie's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Creating Engagement On and Off-Line" with Shelley Doyle
Episode #197
We will meet a small business owner with 20 years experience in corporate communications, is a podcast host and social wealth expert
Let’s find out more about more about how Shelley serves her community creating engagement both on and offline.
Meet our guest from Victoria, British Columbia
“Shelley Doyle is a Social Wealth Expert, dedicated to helping individuals and teams elevate and sustain their social wealth, online/offline – everywhere. Known for her interactive and impactful sessions, Shelley partners with Fortune 500 companies, post-secondary institutions, and non-profits, empowering them with actionable tools and strategies to cultivate connection in their work, life, and play. With 20 years in corporate communications, and a Social Science Master’s, Shelley also hosts the podcast “Rediscovering Connection” where she speaks to people on the cutting edge of connection.“
A few of the amazing things Shelley shared:
1) Definition of Social Wealth
2) Happiness Set Point
3) Inner Circle of Influence
Read Shelley's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Creating Opportunities Through Life Experience” with Saril Vasquez
Episode #196
We will meet a small business owner has taken her personal experience to develop and share a natural, healthy approach to overcoming hair loss.
Let’s find out how this entrepreneur has transitioned from the pharmaceutical industry to helping others find their “inner belle”
Meet our guest from West Palm Beach, Florida:
“Saril Vasquez, a triple-certified functional practitioner, helping women reverse hair loss naturally by uncovering root causes. After a decade of personal hair loss and pharmacy experience, she turned to ancient remedies for a long lasting solution. Her students “rewind the aging clock” through nutrition, daily practices, and personalized supplements, gaining confidence and clarity. As CEO of Belle Organix LLC, her vision is to replace the stigma of hair loss with empowerment and hope. “
A few of the amazing things Saril shared:
1) Find your niche
2) Invest in yourself
3) Concentrate on positive outcomes
Read Saril's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Business Mentorship; Panel Discussion Part 2 of 2
Small Business and Community Impact
Keepin’ It Real - Do thriving businesses create thriving communities?
Episode #195
Welcome to this special edition of Keepin’ It Real, panel discussions with entrepreneurs who have shared their stories in our guest blog and join us to discuss topics trending in business… Our guests are innovators, collaborators and small business owners who have successfully made the transition from corporate leader to business owner.
To help us explore the topic, I’d like to introduce you to our expert panel:
Virginia Burt, Landscape Architect from Dundas, Ontario
Lynn McLaughlin, Author, Coach, Podcast Host, Kingsville, Ontario
Tree Ryde, Human Behaviour and Leadership Coach Burlington, Ontario
John Williams, Author, Architectural Designer, Ancaster, Ontario
We explore the following questions:
1) Is your community within your geographic area, part of a global network or both?
2) Volunteerism is one of the elements in vibrant communities - How are you and your team active in the community?
3) As a small business owner, are you involved in a mentorship program?
4) Marketing budgets and time are always a consideration, What impacts your decision when community groups ask for your support?
5) As your business continues to prosper, what do you feel will be an opportunity for growth in the future?
I’d like to thank Virginia, Lynn, Tree and John for sharing their stories and point of view with our viewing and listening audience. We appreciate your contributions as business owners and wish you continued success as you lead by example and leave an impact in your communities.
We invite to you to connect with our panel guests:
Lynn McLaughlin
Tree Ryde
John Williams
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music
We thank all of our guests for participating in the series and look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real
Thank you for joining us!
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “A Family of Entrepreneurs” with Cathrin, Christoph and Daniel Blickling
Episode #194
We will meet three siblings who grew up in a family of entrepreneurs and now each have their own businesses.
Let’s find out how growing up in an entrepreneurial family influenced their journey to self-employment.
Our guests are from Melbourne and Brisbane Australia
Cathrin is an author, workshop facilitator, director and founder of Wonderland Interactive Storytelling
Christoph is a musician and founder of Pitch Wizard
Daniel is a tech executive and founder of TRVL.AI
A few of the amazing things Cathrin, Christoph and Daniel shared:
1) Allow it to be possible
2) Learn along the way
3) Doing it “My way”
4) Live life with an open hand
5) Investment = Value
Read Cathrin's story and connect here...
Read Daniel's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real
“Travel and AI” with Daniel Blickling
Episode #193
We will meet a business owner who’s created an app that assists with travel planning - see attractions with ease as your “Aussie Travel Planner”
Let’s find out why this aerospace engineer changed direction and became an entrepreneur combining his love for technology and innovation with travel.
Meet our guest from Brisbane, Australia:
“My back ground is Engineering, I graduated in Aerospace Avionics. In 2011, I moved to London and was fortunate enough to be placed in their graduate engineering program. Not long into the program I was given the opportunity to work in innovation and technology, this is where I discovered my passion for finding ways to use tech to help companies and people. In 2016 I moved back to Australia and started a tech consultancy, which ultimately got me the position of CTO at mOOvement, a corporate start up from Rabobank. My focus now is on www.TRVLR.ai and bringing it to the forefront of travel AI.”
A few of the amazing things Daniel shared:
1) Critical mindset finds solutions
2) Taking calculated risks
3) Finding investors
Read Daniel's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Friday Jun 07, 2024
Business Mentorship; Panel Discussion Part 1 of 2
Small Business and Community Impact
Keepin’ It Real - Are These Business Relationships Symbiotic?
Episode #192
Welcome to this special edition of Keepin’ It Real, panel discussions with entrepreneurs who have shared their stories in our guest blog and join us to discuss topics trending in business… Our guests are innovators, collaborators and small business owners who have successfully made the transition from corporate leader to business owner.
To help us explore the topic, I’d like to introduce you to our expert panel:
Susan Crossman Book Editor, Speaker, Oakville, Ontario
Hilda Gan Work Culture Expert, Podcast Host, Speaker Toronto, Ontario
Alexis Gladstone Leadership Coach and Speaker Chicago, Illinois
Darren Sanger-Smith Architectural Designer, Burlington, Ontario
We explore the following questions:
1) How have you strengthened connections in your community?
2) Is your community within your geographic area, part of a global network or both?
3) What has been your most rewarding collaboration?
4) What impacts your decision when community groups ask for support?5) What do you feel will be an opportunity for growth in the future?
I’d like to thank Susan, Alexis, Hilda and Darren for sharing their stories and point of view with our viewing and listening audience. We appreciate your contributions as business owners and wish you continued success as you lead by example and leave an impact in your communities.
We invite to you to connect with our panel guests:
Susan Crossman:
Hilda Gan
Alexis Gladstone
Darren Sanger-Smith
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music
We thank all of our guests for participating in the series and look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real
Thank you for joining us!
Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Be Visible”with Danielle Joworski
Episode #191
We will meet a business owner who's jumped in and out of entrepreneurship with a new mission “be visible.”
Let’s find out why this corporate leader became a business coach and TV host working with women 40+ to elevate their presence and create the impact, influence and income they imagine.
Meet our guest who joins us from Kitchener, Ontario
“Danielle Joworski’s failure to be visible in her first business is the catalyst for her work today helping female entrepreneurs conquer their fears of being visible so they accelerate their business growth and impact. She’s an award-winning businesswoman, a TV Host (The C-Suite on Rogers tv), a Business Mentor, and in 2023 was nicknamed the “visibility queen” by Exeleon Magazine. Danielle is dedicated to sharing #visibilitytruths, normalizing what it means to become more visible. Danielle lives in Ontario with her husband and kids with 2 and 4 legs.”
A few of the amazing things Danielle shared:
1) Jumping in and out of entrepreneurship
2) Confidence boosters
3) Becoming seen and heard, found and hired
Read Danielle's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.
Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Unlock The Magic” with Amy Pons
Episode #190
We will meet a business owner who’s mission includes social impact - helping women unlock their own brand of magic.
Let’s find out why this Master Certifed Life Coach, made the transition from a 20 year marketing career in corporate America to start her own business.
Meet our guest from Chicago, Illinois
“I’m a ~20 year corporate survivor that pivoted to coaching women in 2023. I’m a master certified life coach specializing in helping women remember who the F*** they are after a lifetime of conditioning from environments that no longer serve them. Meet and greet conversations with me are always free and you can schedule via my website. I help you unlock your magic, that unique brilliance that has been tampered down to conform – no more! Queens, let’s do this, you deserve better.”
A few of the amazing things Amy shared:
1) Pulling the thread of change
2) Balance the masculine and feminine
3) Serve your community
Read Amy's story and connect here...
Don’t miss an episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel Business Mentorship; Keepin It Real or if your on the move our podcast is found on iTunes, Spotify, IHeart Radio and Amazon Music.
Thank you for joining us…
We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.