The Small Business Safari
Have you ever sat there and wondered "What am I doing here stuck in the concrete zoo of the corporate world?" Are you itching to get out? Chris Lalomia and his co-host Alan Wyatt traverse the jungle of entrepreneurship. Together they share their stories and help you explore the wild world of SCALING your business. With many years of owning their own small businesses, they love to give insight to the aspiring entrepreneur. So, are you ready to make the jump?
Episodes
204 episodes
Unveiling Business Growth Strategies: Insights with Ellen Rohr on Tech, Trades, and Entrepreneurial Success
Charging more than it costs to provide a service was a revelation that transformed my entrepreneurial journey—and it might just transform yours too. Join us as we unpack this pivotal lesson and more with special guest Ellen Rohr from the Home S...
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Season 4
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Episode 170
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From Family Business to Marketing Empire: Logan Shinholser Entrepreneurial Journey
What does it take to transition from working with your family's business to creating a successful marketing empire dedicated to contractors? Join us as we unpack the incredible journey of Logan Schindholzer, founder of Contractor Growth Network...
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Season 4
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Episode 169
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Scaling Small Businesses, Hitchhiking Tales, and Music Memories with Terry 'Doc' Dockery
Unlock the secrets of scaling your small business with insights from our special guest, Terry "Doc" Dockery, as he shares wisdom on conflict resolution and finding happiness in entrepreneurship. We navigate the intricate dynamics of family-run ...
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Season 4
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Episode 168
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Transforming Your Pricing Strategy: Insights from John Ray on Boosting Business Value
Ready to transform your business pricing game? You'll gain the confidence to set the right prices and avoid common pitfalls with insights from our guest, John Ray, author of "The Generosity Mindset." We explore the complexities of pricing for s...
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Season 4
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Episode 167
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From Numbers to Narratives: CT Emerson's Journey into Fiction and Creative Entrepreneurship
Award-winning author and former accountant CT Emerson returns to the Small Business Safari podcast to share his remarkable journey from crunching numbers to crafting narratives. In our lively conversation, CT unveils the creative process behind...
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Season 4
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Episode 166
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Value-Based Selling & How to Implement a Process For Business Success | Jay Eibler
What if you could transform your passion into a thriving business while mastering the art of sales? In this exciting episode, we journey through the world of small business ownership and sales coaching, starting with a captivating story from th...
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Season 4
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Episode 165
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Business Resilience, 9/11 Reflections, and Adventures with Ian Hay Pt. 2
Discover the secrets behind the "Lickety Split Preparedness Kit" with our guest, home security expert Ian Hay. Drawing on the lessons from 9-11, Ian walks us through the essentials of creating a practical and effective emergency kit using every...
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Season 4
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Episode 164
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Lessons from History: Business Resilience, 9/11 Reflections, and Adventures with Ian Hay
What critical lessons can small business owners learn from historical crises? Join us as we uncover the importance of consulting seasoned professionals to avoid common pitfalls and share how costly real-time learning can be by drawing parallels...
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Season 4
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Episode 164
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49:58
From Charcuterie Dreams to Mastermind Success | Jeremy Shapiro
Ever wondered how the world of small business ownership is like an exclusive country club? Buckle up for a rollercoaster of laughs and insights as we compare these seemingly unrelated worlds and share a hilarious night at a Harry Potter-themed ...
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Season 4
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Episode 163
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45:56
Navigating Small Business Challenges and Family Legacy with Humor and Insight | Carl Nicpon
Ever wondered what it's like to juggle the unpredictable nature of small business ownership while maintaining a good laugh? Join us on the Small Business Safari Adventure as we kick off with a side-splitting tale of peeking into a dark room, se...
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Season 4
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Episode 162
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From Classroom to Franchise: Mary Block’s Journey to Mobility Plus
Ever wondered what it takes to leave behind a stable teaching career and successfully launch a franchise? Our guest, Mary Block, a former Spanish teacher with 16 years under her belt, shares her captivating journey from the classroom to owning ...
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Season 4
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Episode 161
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Unlocking AI: Transforming Small Business Marketing with Innovative Tools and Strategies
Curious about how AI can transform your small business? Join us for an intriguing conversation with Stephanie Davinskas from Sizzle Force Marketing, as she uncovers the practical applications of AI tools tailored for small-scale operations. Cel...
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Season 4
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Episode 160
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50:01
Mastering LinkedIn and Celebrating Three Years of Small Business Safari with Rachel Simon
THANK YOU FOR 3 YEARS OF LISTENING, we have enjoyed talking with so many great people and we hope you have enjoyed it as well. Let's Keep going up the Mountain and let's plant our flag. This episode is focused on a a great part of w...
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Season 4
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Episode 159
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Conquering Small Business: Decision-Making Tools, Leadership Insights, and Generational Adventures
Ready to conquer the wild terrain of small business ownership? Ian Hay joins us in this episode of Small Business Safari promises to arm you with critical decision-making tools and the concept of a "not-do list" to keep distractions at bay. We ...
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Season 4
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Episode 158
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Mr. Wall Storage shares his family's Scaling Success of their wall control product - Richard Grove
What if you could turn every buyer into your biggest advocate? We kick off this episode of Small Business Safari Adventure Team by unraveling the secrets of making your buyer feel like a hero, especially those tricky associate buyers who are st...
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Season 4
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Episode 157
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The Small Business Owners Guide to Commercial Real Estate | Chad Brown
We welcom Chad Brown from Keller Williams Commercial Real Estate back to the show to unravel the complexities business owners face when assessing their space requirements. Like a lot of stuff, COMMUNICATION is the foundation to unlock the value...
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Season 4
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Episode 156
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Finding the Right Legal Partner to be proactive in Small Business - Matthew Fornaro
Ready to unlock the secrets of a successful business partnership? Join us on this enlightening episode of Small Business Safari as we sit down with legal expert Matthew Farnaro from Farnaro Law. We'll guide you through the crucial steps of sett...
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Season 4
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Episode 155
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45:44
Unlocking Small Business Success: The Power of Purpose and Positivity with Steve Beecham
What if you could transform a struggling business into a thriving success story just by changing your mindset? Join us for an unforgettable episode of Small Business Safari, where we explore the power of self-belief, positivity, and the magic t...
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Season 4
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Episode 154
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43:37
Whiskey Wisdom and Small Business Revelations with Steve Beecham
What do battling imaginary winds on the golf course and the quirks of small business ownership have in common? Join us on this "Small Business Safari Adventure," where laughter and lessons go hand in hand. We kick off with a hilarious golf anec...
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Season 4
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Episode 153
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45:24
Brotherly Bonds: The Mendoza Brothers' Journey to Success started Early
How can you work with you brother and be successful? Michael and Mark Mendoza have figured it out. They have turned their childhood experiences in an entrepreneurial household into a series of successful ventures. From humorous golf cours...
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Season 4
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Episode 152
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59:55
From Hands-On Operator to Strategic Owner: Pete Mohr's Unforgettable Entrepreneurial Journey
What happens when you mix entrepreneurial wisdom with a splash of humor and a dash of personal anecdotes? You get an unforgettable conversation with Pete Moore, a seasoned Canadian entrepreneur who's seen it all. From investing in franchises wi...
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Season 4
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Episode 151
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54:06
Aging Gracefully: Insights from Occupational Therapists on Home Safety and Independence
Janet Engel and Esther Kane, both Occupational Therapists by training, have started a website to help people find resources, companies and products that can help keep aging family and loved ones in the home living an independent lifestyle. They...
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Season 4
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Episode 150
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48:56
Sharpen the Spear Coaching with Richard Walsh
Richard puts 1000% into whatever he undertakes, from his service in the military to his first job, all the way to his six children and wife. He started a landscaping business, then pivoted during the crisis of '08/'09, and later began a fitness...
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Season 4
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Episode 149
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56:14
Turning Logs into Luxury: Leroy Hite’s Firewood Revolution
Leroy Hite of Cutting Edge firewood is revolutionizing the way people experience a firepit and also how to use premium firewood to change the taste of your food. Leroy started in the firewood business and had started like most "FIRWUD4SALE" - A...
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Season 4
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Episode 148
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1:00:35
Lessons for Business from Hiking the Appalachian Trail | Jerry Travers
Leroy Hite of Cutting Edge firewood is revolutionizing the way people experience a firepit and also how to use premium firewood to change the taste of your food. Leroy started in the firewood business and had started like most "FIRWUD4SALE" - A...
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Season 4
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Episode 147
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