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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
160 episodes
S3E22: Ask Before You Tell: The Secret to Emotionally Engaging Sales
In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest reveals the secret to transforming your sales process: asking the right questions. Selling isn’t about pushing a product or service—it’s about connecting with your customers...
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S3E21: The Rise and Fall of Huy Fong’s Sriracha: Lessons in Supply Chain, Branding, and Business Relationships
In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest dives into the fascinating story of Huy Fong’s Sriracha, the iconic “rooster sauce,” and the lessons small business owners can learn from its rise—and fall.Discover h...
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8:09
S3E20: From Entrepreneur to Economic Developer: Insider Tips to Help Your Small Business Succeed
In this episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, Anna Steinfest sits down with a seasoned economic developer and former entrepreneur who knows the challenges and rewards of running a small business. With a Master's degree in U...
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19:53
S3E19: The Gift of Giving: How Generosity Builds Small Business Success
In this New Year’s edition of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares the inspiring story of The Jar and the Rocks to highlight the importance of focusing on what truly matters in your business and life.As...
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7:25
S3E18: The Gift of Giving: How Generosity Builds Small Business Success
In this special holiday edition of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest explores the power of generosity and how it can transform your small business. Inspired by the timeless story of The Giving Tree, Anna shares ho...
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7:58
S3E17: The Secret to Sales Success: Understanding Why Your Customer Wants to Buy
In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest dives into the secret to sales success: understanding your customer’s “why.” Through the relatable story of a man and his shovel, Anna illustrates why focusing on what y...
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9:47
S3E16: Plan Today to Thrive Tomorrow: The Ant and the Grasshopper’s Lesson for Small Business Owners
In this week’s episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares Aesop’s timeless fable, The Ant and the Grasshopper, to highlight a powerful lesson for small business owners: the importance of preparation and p...
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8:45
S3E15: Turning Setbacks into Strength: The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Resilience
In this week’s episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares an inspiring story about a cracked pot and the unexpected beauty that comes from imperfections. Drawing on this fable, Anna explores how small business own...
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7:26
S3E14: The Gratitude Advantage: How Thankfulness Fuels Business Success
This special Thanksgiving episode of Monday Morning Motivation is all about gratitude and how it can transform your business and mindset. Host Anna Steinfest shares the inspiring story of a farmer and a wise traveler to illustrate the ...
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10:15
S3E13: The 5 Whys: A Problem-Solving Method Every Business Owner Should Master
In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest dives into the powerful 5 Whys method, developed by Sakichi Toyoda, the founder of Toyota. This simple yet effective problem-solving technique has been used for decades ...
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7:29
S3E12: Know When to Walk Away: Why Smart Business Owners Don’t Argue with Donkeys
In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares a timeless fable about a donkey, a tiger, and the King of the Jungle to reveal an important lesson for business owners: sometimes the smartest move is to walk awa...
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9:51
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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24:17
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