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Small Business Survival Conversations
It is hard to run your business and keep up with new trends and resources to help you build a profitable company. Each Tuesday, join Anna Steinfest and Dr. Michael Troyer will share with you business tools, insights, and ideas. If you are a business owner or thinking about starting a new company or just want to hear some business advice this podcast is for you.
Episodes
152 episodes
S3E11: Becoming the Complete Entrepreneur: Balancing Success and Fulfillment with Clinton Smith
In this special episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest sits down with Clinton E. Smith, author of The Complete Man: Triumphing Adversity and Achieving Success Without Losing Yourself. Clinton shares powerful...
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S3E10: Why Knowing What to Do Isn’t Enough: Finding the Spark to Take Action
In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest explores a fundamental challenge many small business owners face: why knowing what to do isn’t always enough to spark action. Drawing on the powerful concepts of motivat...
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10:27
S3E9:The Golden Touch: How Misaligned Values Can Lead to Business Tragedy
In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares the timeless story of King Midas to highlight the importance of aligning your business goals with your personal values. Through the lens of this ancient tale, Ann...
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13:31
S3E8: Focus and Direction: The Keys to Business Success
In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares the powerful story of an ancient Indian guru teaching the art of archery to illustrate the importance of focus in business. Learn how setting clear goals and main...
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11:50
S3E7:Fly Like the Bumblebee: Breaking Free from Self-Imposed Limits
In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation, Anna Steinfest shares the powerful lesson of the bumblebee, an insect that flies despite the odds stacked against it. Using this metaphor, Anna encourages small business owners to push past...
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10:49
S3E6:Why Success Attracts Critics—And Why You Should Keep Going
In this empowering episode of Monday Morning Motivation with Anna Steinfest, we dive into the reality that success attracts critics. Anna shares why criticism often comes with growth and offers actionable insights to help small busines...
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13:13
S3E5: Unleash Your Inner Eagle: Break Free from Limiting Beliefs
In this inspiring episode of Monday Morning Motivation with Anna Steinfest, discover how the story of an eagle raised as a prairie chicken mirrors the journey of many small business owners. Anna shares actionable tips and real-life exa...
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11:35
S3E4: The Stonecutter’s Lesson: Consistency is Key to Business Breakthroughs
In this episode of "Monday Motivation with Anna Steinfest," Anna tells the story of the stonecutter, a powerful example of how consistent, daily effort can lead to monumental success. Discover why persistence is essential in overcoming ob...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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5:31
S3E3: The Chinese Bamboo Tree: The Secret to Long-Term Business Success
In this episode of "Monday Motivation with Anna Steinfest," Anna shares the inspiring story of the Chinese Bamboo Tree, a powerful metaphor for the patience and perseverance required in business. Learn how consistent effort, even when pro...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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6:37
S3E2: The Power of Attitude: How Your Mindset Drives Business Success
In this episode of "Monday Motivation with Anna Steinfest," Anna shares a powerful story about a balloon vendor and a little boy that reveals a profound truth: It’s what’s inside that counts. Learn how your attitude shapes your business o...
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5:48
S2E99: Productivity Simplified: Prioritize What Matters in Your Business
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, co-hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer dive deep into the critical decisions every small business owner faces when managing tasks and setting priorities. With so much to do ...
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8:16
S3E1: Tools, Tips, and the Missing Ingredient: Motivation
In the debut episode of "Monday Motivation with Anna Steinfest," Anna explores why having the right tools and tips isn't enough for small business success. Discover the essential ingredient that every entrepreneur needs to thrive—motivati...
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4:56
S2E98: Building Strong Customer Relationships: Strategies for Loyalty and Repeat Business
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, co-hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer dive into proven strategies that small business owners can use to create and maintain strong customer relationships. Discover ho...
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14:24
S2E97: Mastering the Pitch: Plan Before You Pitch Your Business
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, co-hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer delve into the crucial skill of pitching your business effectively. Learn why it's essential to plan before you pitch and discover pract...
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11:22
S2E96: Mastering Financial Management: Essential Tips for Small Business Success
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, co-hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer dive into the crucial aspects of effective financial management for small businesses. Learn how to create and stick to a budget, manag...
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13:03
S2E95: Unlocking AI: 3 Essential Strategies for Small Business Growth
Join hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer in this exciting new episode of Small Business Survival Conversations. Dive into the world of artificial intelligence and discover how AI tools and strategies can revolutionize your small bu...
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Season 2
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Episode 95
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9:51
S2E94: Unlocking Social Media Success: Top Tools and Tactics Every Small Business Needs!
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer delve into the dynamic world of social media to uncover essential tools and tactics for small business growth. From selecting the per...
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Season 2
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Episode 94
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11:39
S2E93: Mastering Communication: The Three Essential Elements for Small Business Success
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, co-hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer explore the crucial elements of effective communication for small business owners. Understanding and mastering the use of body languag...
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10:51
S2E92: Mastering AI Prompts: Boost Your Small Business with ChatGPT
Welcome to another insightful episode of Small Business Conversations with your hosts, Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer! In this episode, Anna and Michael dive deep into the art of effectively prompting AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude...
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13:27
S2E91: Unleash the Power of AI for Small Business Success!
Struggling to keep up with the daily grind in your small business? Wish you had more time to focus on what truly matters - growing your business? This episode of Small Business Survival Conversations dives into the world of Gen...
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11:42
S2E90: Four Guides to Branding Your Business: Building Trust and Consistency
Welcome to another insightful episode of Small Business Survival Conversations. Today, we're diving deep into the art of branding your business—a crucial strategy to distinguish it from branding a product or service.In this epis...
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12:42
S2E89: Understanding Profit: Types and Strategies
Join hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer in this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, titled "Understanding Profit: Types and Strategies." Delving into the intricacies of profit management, Anna and Michael provide a comprehens...
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Season 2
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Episode 89
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16:17
S2E88: Empowering Small Businesses: Insights from Barb LaMue on Navigating Economic Challenges and Embracing Innovation
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, co-hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer sit down with Barb LaMue, a seasoned economic development and entrepreneurship expert. With a rich background in fostering innovation and growt...
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Season 2
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Episode 88
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27:02
S2E87: Smart Leadership & Ownership in Business
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, hosts Anna Steinfest and Michael Troyer delve into the vital topic of Smart Leadership (and Ownership) in the Age of AI. Shedding traditional hierarchical structures, they advocate for a...
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13:57
S2E86: Small Business Financial Mastery: Navigate Your Path to Success!
In our latest episode, hosts Michael Troyer and Anna Steinfest dive deep into the crucial topic of "Small Business Financial Mastery: Navigate Your Path to Success!" Discover the indispensable role of financial indicators and why ...
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19:07