Dave and Shannon discuss the relevance of business cards in today’s world, emphasizing creative and practical ways to make them valuable. Shannon suggests using unique designs and multi-purpose formats, such as including discount coupons or magnetic versions for placement in strategic locations like break rooms. Dave highlights the convenience of having essential details on cards for conferences and trade shows, underscoring their usefulness in building connections.

The hosts pivot to the importance of taking immediate action rather than delaying plans, especially as the year winds down. They share personal anecdotes and strategies for staying productive, such as working at night, utilizing downtime like TV-watching for brainstorming, and consistently achieving small goals daily. Shannon encourages writing one page daily and sharing it to build accountability and momentum. Both emphasize that consistent, incremental progress is key to entrepreneurial success.

They conclude by inviting listeners to share their productivity tips and leave reviews, stressing the importance of community feedback in growing their podcast.

• 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #608 for Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
  
  
  
  • December 18th: Answer the Telephone Like Buddy The Elf Day
  
  
  
  


• 00:01:27 Beware the weather


• 00:03:02 Do you still need business cards?
  
  
  
  • Idea: make it a calling card
  
  
  • They’ve gotta have a little THWACK!
  
  
  
  


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• 00:12:44 Don’t wait to take action
  
  
  
  • Do it now!
  
  
  
  


• 00:15:02 Being intentional during TV Time
  
  
  
  • The charmed life is the uncommon life
  
  
  
  


• 00:20:49 Business Brain 608 Outtro
  
  
  
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