Business Chop

<p>Business Chop guests bring relevance, excitement and solutions that are valuable to the entrepreneurial journey.  They speak of its challenges and rewards. Whether you are a startup, just earned your first $10,000 or $100,000 or your first $1 million or preparing for a merger and acquisition, exit or succession plan, our conversations inspire and empower. Business professionals chop it up by sharing tips, hacks, resources, their stories of success and how they rise daily to the challenge of entrepreneurship. Learn more about management, marketing strategies, employees, outsourcing, technology, communications, intellectual property, succession planning, business law, mental health and more. Stay informed of every episode and additional content through our website businesschop.info and Facebook.com/BusinessChop. #LetsChopItUp</p>

From Ads to AI: How Email Marketing Can Transform Your Revenue in 90 Days with Cat Valverde

In this episode of Business Chop, Audrey "Tech Diva" Wiggins interviews Cat Valverde, an email and revenue strategist and founder of Profeshh. Cat discusses her focus on email marketing as a high-return, low-cost alternative to traditional ads, especially with rising ad costs from AI developments like Google's Search GPT. By emphasizing transparency, personalization, and direct engagement, Cat has crafted email frameworks that help businesses, especially course creators and SaaS companies, le...

10-28
25:36

Creating a Culture of Innovation: Insights from Nick Jain

In this episode, Audrey Wiggins sits down with Nick Jain, CEO of IdeaScale, to explore his unique approach to leadership and innovation through the lens of the “triple win” philosophy. Nick, a Harvard Business School graduate, shares how he strategically ensures that his company provides value to three core stakeholders: customers, employees, and shareholders. His philosophy centers around creating a harmonious balance between these groups, fostering long-term business success.Nick dives into...

10-21
20:26

Boosting Your Online Business: Strategy, Strengths, and Room for Growth with Audrey Wiggins

In this episode of Business Chop, we’re diving deep into the essentials of growing your eCommerce or online business! Are you promoting your business effectively? Whether you're using social media, SEO, or paid ads, we'll explore the most effective strategies to get your brand in front of the right audience. We’ll also discuss the importance of staying open to fresh ideas in a fast-changing digital world and introduce some innovative marketing trends that could transform your business.But tha...

10-07
14:53

Unlocking Personal Freedom and Purpose: How Lechon Kirb Empowers Creators to Scale with Intent and Impact

In this engaging episode, Lechon Kirb joins Audrey “Tech Diva” Wiggins to share his transformative journey from a pivotal childhood experience to becoming a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, speaker, and creator of the Impact Scaling framework. He discusses how his upbringing, including the influence of his entrepreneurial mother and his time in the Marine Corps, shaped his drive for personal freedom and growth.Lechon reveals that freedom, to him, is as essential as oxygen. This core value drives...

09-30
27:06

Solving the $650 Billion Distraction Crisis: Lori Saitz’s Mission to Improve Focus and Productivity

Lori Saitz is an Employee Well-Being Consultant, the Founder and CEO of Zen Rabbit, and host of the podcast “Fine is a 4-Letter Word.” As the CEO of a forward-thinking health and wellness company, she is dedicated to guiding corporations toward nurturing healthier, more productive work environments. With a comprehensive background in wellness strategies and employee engagement, her mission is to help businesses implement programs that not only improve the well-being of their teams but also co...

09-23
31:22

Empowering Families: How Office on the Go Makes Senior Benefits and Paperwork Easy

In this interview, Audrey "Tech Diva" Wiggins speaks with Pamela Coleman, the founder of "Office on the Go," a service designed to help seniors with paperwork, benefits, and other administrative tasks. Inspired by her experience caring for her mother, Pamela created the business to assist the elderly, especially those who are often neglected or unable to manage their own affairs. She shares stories of helping clients regain benefits and avoid bureaucratic pitfalls, emphasizing the importance ...

09-16
14:53

From Accra Ghana to Atlanta: How Bloom Bar’s Innovative Nightlife Concept is Shaping Global Hospitality

Join us as we sit down with Kofi Maafo, co-owner of Bloom Bar, to discuss the incredible journey of creating a global nightlife destination. From Accra, Ghana to Atlanta, Georgia, Kofi shares the entrepreneurial spirit that drives Bloom Bar's success, how they’ve impacted local communities through job creation, and what it takes to thrive in the hospitality industry. “This industry has always existed. But the issue was, how people perceived it. Now the next generation of bars opening has...

09-09
20:43

120 Days to Elevate: Building Momentum for Your Entrepreneurship in the New Year

As the new year approaches, it’s time to rethink what the next chapter of your professional journey could look like. Instead of winding down or sticking to the status quo, why not embrace the exciting possibilities of the new year? In this episode, host, Audrey Wiggins aka Tech Diva, will guide you through the process of transitioning into a new year with a focus on launching and growing your entrepreneurship.We’ll share inspiring stories, actionable strategies, and expert advice tailored for...

09-03
21:54

The Black Seed Engineer: The Business Behind Juicy By Mon Cheri

In this enlightening episode, Audrey "Tech Diva" Wiggins sits down with Mon Cheri Davenport, computer science and patent expert, the innovative founder of Juicy By Mon Cheri. How we present ourselves is part of our brand.Meet Mon Cheri Davenport. She is the visionary founder of Juicy by Mon Cheri, a skincare brand celebrated for harnessing the healing powers of black seed oil. Known as the Black Seed Engineer, she has dedicated her career to unlocking the benefits of natural carrier oils.&nbs...

08-26
23:36

Breaking PR Barriers with AI: Meet Jon Mest of Just Reach Out

In this episode of *The Business Chop*, we’re joined by Jon Mest, an innovative technologist whose journey from Wall Street to startup success is nothing short of inspiring. With a career that began in the high-stakes world of M&A in the Tech sector, Jon transitioned into a developer and data scientist role before embracing a passion for sales and customer success. Today, he’s the mastermind behind Just Reach Out, an AI-driven PR software that’s revolutionizing how businesses connect with...

08-19
20:11

The Entrepreneur Blueprint: Your Path to Success with Helen and Alvin Copeland

In this episode of the Business Chop Podcast, host Audrey "Tech Diva" Wiggins sits down with Helen and Alvin Copeland, two dynamic entrepreneurs and co-authors of the book “On Your Mark. Reset. Go!”. Helen, known as the "Maven of Mentoring,” has a rich background in management and public relations, having founded the Copeland Communications Group after a successful career at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Alvin, her husband and business partner brings his own set of expertise to the table a...

08-12
29:57

The Art of LinkedIn Strategy with Naomi-Rose Everly

Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Naomi-Rose Everly (formerly Johnson), an Expert LinkedIn Profile Writer and Strategy Coach. With over 12 years of experience, Naomi has mastered the art of helping professionals position themselves as industry leaders and attract pre-sold prospects. She is the founder of TheProfile.Company and the author of three influential books: Magnetize Your Expertise on LinkedIn, What to Put on Your LinkedIn Profile, and Grassroots to Green Shoots.O...

08-05
33:38

Securing Your Legacy: Transition Strategies with Len Bruskiewitz

In this episode, we sit down with Len Bruskiewitz, a renowned Business Coach and Certified Exit Planning Advisor, to discuss the critical importance of having an exit plan for your business. With over 3 million of the 6 million companies with 1-19 employees in the US owned by individuals aged 55+, the lack of a transition plan can put businesses, families, employees, customers, vendors, and communities at risk. Len specializes in helping business owners generating $1-10M in revenue plan and e...

07-29
28:59

Conquering Limiting Beliefs and Mental Health with Carlo Taormina

Carlo Taormina has achieved the “near impossible” as he puts it when he describes overcoming clinical depression and suicidal ideation. Carlo has always been one to help people with his background in Personal Training, Peak Performance Coaching and as a Keynote Speaker.Carlo rose from the adversity of his mental illness to share his story of overcoming lack of fulfillment, destroying limiting beliefs and unleashing the real “You” in order to perform at the highest level. From sharing his stor...

07-22
30:46

It’s Time to Soar with Audrey Wiggins

As I sat there in my seat and listened to the plane start down the runway. Engines roaring and all the passengers anticipating the ascent to the lower atmosphere, awaiting cruising altitude when they can finally relax and take the seat belt off.Being an entrepreneur is quite a similar experience. We take off running; setting goals; perfecting our product and service. Getting all the licensing and other documents necessary to open and operate a business. Then something happens along the way. N...

07-09
04:41

Networking and Discovery: Your Path to Business Growth with Diane Helbig

Audrey "Tech Diva" Wiggins welcomes Diane Helbig to the Business Chop Podcast for an enlightening discussion on business development and leadership. Diane, a certified professional coach and president of Helbig Enterprises, emphasizes the importance of individualized strategies for business growth. She shares her unique perspective on sales, advocating for a discovery-based approach rather than traditional selling techniques. The conversation also touches on the significance of networking, th...

07-01
26:39

From Clutter to Clarity: Janet Taylor's Journey to Becoming the Clutter Free Queen

In this episode of the "Tech Diva Podcast," host Audrey “Tech Diva” Wiggins interviews Janet Taylor, founder of Totally Organized LLC and renowned professional organizer. Janet shares her journey from working in fashion merchandising, banking, and transportation to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the organizing industry. She discusses her experiences appearing on the Rachael Ray Show, being crowned the "Clutter Free Queen," and her success in hosting the popular podcast "Got Clutter? Ge...

06-24
29:12

Harnessing AI for Business Growth: Insights from Entrepreneur Philip Blackett

In this episode, we sit down with Philip Blackett, a multifaceted entrepreneur, author, and AI consultant who brings a wealth of experience from some of the world's leading companies, including FedEx, Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, and Chick-fil-A. With advanced degrees from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Harvard Business School, and the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, Philip's journey is as inspiring as it is impressive.Philip shares his passion for integrating AI into...

06-17
32:40

Innovation and Rediscovering an Entrepreneurial Spirit in Organizations with Danny Nathan

Join Audrey "Tech Diva" Wiggins on the Business Chop Podcast as she sits down with Danny Nathan, the visionary founder of Apollo 21. In this episode, Danny shares his journey from the worlds of advertising and acting to becoming a prominent figure in the realm of management consultancy and product development.Danny discusses the unique nature of Apollo 21, a hybrid entity that merges the best aspects of management consultancy, product design, and venture creation. He highlights the importance...

06-10
23:54

The Power of Differentiation in Marketing Messaging with Daniel Den

Meet Audrey Wiggins’ guest, Daniel Den, who has been passionate about marketing and sales for nearly two decades. He is the co-founder of the X-Factor Effect methodology, which has helped over 20,000 students and clients grow their businesses by teaching them how to differentiate themselves and become market leaders. The conversation covers various topics including Daniel's journey into marketing, his family's frequent travels, and his childhood memories.Daniel shares anecdotes about growing ...

06-03
36:02

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