Business Under Pressure

Many people believe LinkedIn is only for job seekers or large businesses. But actually, all businesses can find and connect with their ideal clients on LinkedIn. In this interview with Marcus Chan, he coaches small businesses owners on how to set up a profile for success, how to catch the attention of prospects, and authentic outreach. About Marcus Chan Marcus Chan is the Founder of Venli Consulting Group. He helps B2B sales professional sell more and sell better without years of experience through his coaching and training programs. Prior to this, Marcus was in Corporate America for 14+ years. In that time, he worked for two Fortune 500 organizations and was promoted 10X in 10 years with them. He has won countless awards and has been ranked in the top percentile every single year. In his last role, he led a sales organization of 110+ employees delivering nine-figures+ per year in new business sales. Marcus lives in Portland, OR with his wife, Sara, and toddler son, Roman. SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/marcuschanmba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealmarcuschan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealmarcuschan/ Website: www.venliconsulting.com Best way to contact: marcus@venliconsulting.com Only promo: My free B2B sales strategy group - head to www.succeedwithchan.com Are you looking to save time and money? I have one word for you... AUTOMATION. Stop doing all those mundane tasks and put them on autopilot.  Want to learn more about automation? Join my Facebook Group. I post tutorials with easy automations you can create for your business. Automate Your Business Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/automateyourbusinessgroup/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

Dr. Candace Drummond had what most people would consider a recession-proof business.  Many of her clients came from the state and because she had what seemed like a never-ending source of income, she quickly grew her business and opened several locations.  Enter COVID-19. Suddenly her business went from recession-proof to shut down overnight. Join us as we discuss how she handled what seemed like an impossible situation, what she learned from it and how she used this unusual situation to pivot and explore new opportunities to serve her clients. Who is Dr. Candace Drummond? Dr. Candace Drummond has a mission to improve the occupational and financial health of private practice practitioners, through her #doctorswithoutburnout and #lawyerswithoutburnout programs featuring services offered by the AViD group of companies. As a long-time mental health and psychological services provider, she is uniquely aware of the self-care and financial challenges the push most private practice providers to burn out. She founded AViD Intellectual and AViD Wealth Management to help other providers expand the comprehensiveness of their service provision, earn more money, attract and retain more patients, and protect their investment, all while working less. How can you connect with Candace? Website: http://www.avidintellectual.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/avidintellectualinc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candace-drummond-psyd-lmhc-28758253/ Are you looking to save time and money? I have one word for you... AUTOMATION. Stop doing all those mundane tasks and put them on autopilot.  Want to learn more about automation? Join my Facebook Group. I post tutorials with easy automations you can create for your business. Automate Your Business Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/automateyourbusinessgroup/ Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCglnomEz3WCBMKV9ICEoTew/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

Since 2002, Christy Geiger has worked with executives and business leaders to inspire growth and transform leadership. As an ICF Master Certified Coach and founder of SynergyStrategies.com, Christy is passionate about human performance and communication. Her mission is to TRANSFORMING ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH LEADERSHIP, PRODUCTIVITY AND PERFORMANCE. With a Masters in Psychology, numerous certifications in assessments and Guerrilla Marketing, extensive background in human psychology, HR management and strategic planning, she is able to dynamically work with clients to leverage their strengths and style to LEARN and TAKE ACTION, closing the gap between where they are and where they want to be. Her clients describe her as a great listener, quick, insightful, truth-teller and full of ideas and energy.  From the “mover and shaker” to the “reflective and academic thinker” leader type, Christy works with executives to: 1) DEVELOP LEADERSHIP FROM THE INSIDE OUT: Leaders looking to advance in the industry or expand their edge or reputation with a stronger image and impact by honing their natural strengths and style 2) ADVANCE VISION AND ACTION: CXOs, Executives, Owners, Managers & Independent Professionals (people responsible for goals and their bottom line) to get clarity, focus and a strategic plan for solid leadership, traction and execution 3) STRENGTHEN TEAM AND BUSINESS CULTURE: Leaders desiring to build their communication and team by understanding the uniqueness of each team member and different communication styles resulting in positive and healthy cultures Christy works virtually with clients across the globe to help C-level executives, business leaders, and professionals to transform their performance, expand their reach and achieve new levels! Today we discuss how businesses and leaders can avoid getting SCARFed or reacting to disappointment, frustration, and uncertainty about the future out of self-preservation and get back into their higher brain decision making. synergystrategies.com http://www.facebook.com/synergystrategies https://twitter.com/christygeiger https://www.linkedin.com/in/christygeiger/ https://synergystrategies.youcanbook.me/ Sage Peak Business Solutions help businesses create systems and processes and automate the heck out of those processes.  Book your free strategy session today!  https://www.meetingbird.com/l/SagePeak/consultation   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

Join Lydia Hooper and I as we discuss how important it is for businesses to have an online presence at this time and easy ways they can get online. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

Author and podcaster Heather Vickery joins us today to discuss how small businesses and people in general can turn towards daily gratitude practices to help get through this time of uncertainty.    We discuss the importance of gratitude, what practicing gratitude looks like, and what to do if you cannot find anything to be grateful for.     Be sure to subscribe this podcast to catch future episodes for small businesses looking for answers and ideas on how to grow during difficult times.   Connect with Heather Website: http://vickeryandco.com  Heather's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Heather-Vickery/e/B07JZTKYB8?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1588785105&sr=1-1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VickeryandCo  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BraveOnPurpose/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vickeryandco/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

Are you having a difficult time working from home while homeschooling and doing all the other things life requires? You are not alone.  I'm joined by Danielle Bettmann from Wholehartedly and we discuss how parents can make this time as painless as possible.  We talk about helping your kids navigate these difficult times, figuring out what is really important and some actionable steps moms and dads can take to make sheltering in place as good as possible. Danielle's website is: https://www.parentingwholeheartedly.com   Get Danielle's free Daily Affirmation for parents - https://www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/affirmation    Follow Danielle  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parent_wholeheartedly/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wholeheartedlyomaha  Private FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/628357307722176/   Ready to save time and save money with your business? I help businesses put different tasks on autopilot. Sign-up for my free, 5-day Automate Your Business Bootcamp and learn how creating processes and automating them will work for you. https://sage-peak.com/automation-bootcamp/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

The coronavirus has hurt many industries, but none as bad as the restaurant industry.  Levi Swanson joins us to discuss why this has hit the restaurant industry so hard, why many restaurant owners we so unprepared, how restaurants can pivot and try new things, and how to make the most of this time. While this episode is specific to the restaurant industry, there's tons of info that will benefit small businesses in general, To connect with Levi, check out his Facebook page or catch him on LinkedIn.  Be sure to join the Automate My Business Facebook Group where you'll get daily hints and tips to help you be productive, save time, save money and get organized.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

The Paycheck Protection Plan is a incentive to help businesses keep paying their workers and keep their business afloat during the coronavirus pandemic that is forcing many businesses to shutdown.  Congress just voted to give additional funding to help more small businesses with the PPP. Regina Garvin-Buckley joins me to discuss all things Paycheck Protection Program.   Some of the topics we cover: What expectations does a business need to meet in order to qualify for the Paycheck Protection Plan? Can business owners or nonprofits get the PPP for their own salary? Can I qualify for both the PPP and EIDL? What about employees who make most of their wage through commission or tips? Find Regina on her website, Facebook, Instagram and her Facebook Group. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

Networking is a huge part of building a business but all outside networking as come to a screeching halt with COVID-19. In this interview with Carol Dockum, the founder and owner of Beautiful Faces Going Places, we discuss how businesses can still network virtually, why networking is still so important, and why it's important to give it a shot. Find Carol at beautifulfacesgoingplace.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message

In the first episode of Business Under Pressure, I'm joined by Jeffery Pease, Founder and Brand Messaging Expert at Message Mechanics. In this episode we discuss what it means to respond like a human during this COVIE-19 crisis. Why this economic downturn due to the coronavirus is different from the 2008 recession. The three different types of buckets that businesses fall into since the country has instituted stay-at-home orders. What non-essential businesses can earn other than income. How some businesses are using this time to pivot and what it means to "Pivot For Good". And how to use this time clarify your message. Be sure to listen for a special surprise guest that made an appearance near the end of the podcast (hint.. he's of the four-legged variety). Jeffery is offering a free consultation to any business who would like to learn how to respond during this time.  You can reach him through his website, LinkedIn,  Twitter, or Instagram. Join us for the free Automate Your Business Bootcamp. A week-long exploration into how to create processes and automate them to save you time and money.  Join at Sage Peak Business Solutions website or in our Facebook Group: Automate My Business. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lisa-kempton/message