Small Businesses Do it Better

Barbara Corcoran, investor on Shark Tank and Entrepreneur, joins Carissa on the Small Businesses Do It Better Show. Barbara talk about the importance of a company's branding, what makes a good Entrepreneur, and why "fun" should be incorporated into you business. We learn what trends in business Barbara thinks will take off and when the "right" time is to expand a business. Barbara also shares some tips for those applying to be on Shark Tank, some behind the scenes insights and a hilarious story about another shark. More at http://smallbusinessesdoitbetter.com

Michelle Staley, founder of Busy Breathers joins Carissa Dunphy for episode 51 of the Small Businesses Do It Better Show. Michelle shares her experience in how networking on Twitter awarded her a $15,000 grant from a big-name corporation. We also discuss how networking within your industry can help business, get some tips on getting free exposure, and working from a shoestring budget. This episode features Haute Naked, hand made bath and body items of exceptional quality. You will also learn how you can ask Barbara Corcoran on next week's show! More at http://smallbusinessesdoitbetter.com

Carissa interviews Timothy Carter, Social Media Specialist and Brand Builder for Small Businesses. Timothy shares his advice on which social media networks small businesses should participate in, and why. He also shares how to best take your online acquaintances and turn them into offline business collaborations or clients. Timothy gives his honest opinion on which social networks are the best time investment and where social media networks are headed. This episode also features Jessica Lynn Original custom rubber stamps! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa interviews David A. Cox, founder of PC Classes Online, who recently appeared on ABC"s Shark Tank. David has a remarkable story about how his business came to be and shares his experiences and how his business is since appearing on Shark Tank. You will also get an exclusive look at a new promotion from PC Classes online, where we debut their new commercial. Also featured in this episode is the Easy Promos Facebook App. This application in Facebook makes running a promotion in Facebook extremely easy and effective. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Samantha Goldberg, a highly sought after celebrity wedding and event planner in the New York, Chicago and LA Metro markets, and has operated Samantha Goldberg and Co- Gold Events LLC for over 2 decades. Samantha is currently in her 10th season with The Style Network’s hit series ”Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?” airing in over 180+ countries. Samantha talks about the importance of business relationships, partnerships, and how small businesses do it better. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Michael Cavanagh, wine writer, traveler, reviewer and educator. Michael discusses how the wine industry has changed over the past decade and how Gen Y is impacting the industry. He gives some tips on pitching your story to a writer and shares info on the growing trend of private wine parties, which is a great experience. Jennifer Donogh drops by the studio to make an announcement about and upcoming collaboration between Small Businesses Do It Better and Young Female Entrepreneurs. Also featured in this episode is The Vinamor, the best wine aerator in it's class. The Vinamor is a wine aerator unique to the wine industry. This single-glass aerator design is the innovation of Gary DeJohn, who has worked in the fine-dining service industry for five years. Because Gary understands and appreciates how decanters and aerators can affect a wine’s palatability, he applied that knowledge to create an easy-to-use, dishwasher safe model that can be used both in homes and restaurants. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Michael Cavanagh, wine writer, traveler, reviewer and educator. Michael discusses how the wine industry has changed over the past decade and how Gen Y is impacting the industry. He gives some tips on pitching your story to a writer and shares info on the growing trend of private wine parties, which is a great experience. Jennifer Donogh drops by the studio to make an announcement about and upcoming collaboration between Small Businesses Do It Better and Young Female Entrepreneurs. Also featured in this episode is The Vinamor, the best wine aerator in it's class. The Vinamor is a wine aerator unique to the wine industry. This single-glass aerator design is the innovation of Gary DeJohn, who has worked in the fine-dining service industry for five years. Because Gary understands and appreciates how decanters and aerators can affect a wine’s palatability, he applied that knowledge to create an easy-to-use, dishwasher safe model that can be used both in homes and restaurants. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Ali Rittenhouse, who trains small business owners and virtual assistants how to embrace and utilize technology to their benefit. She also gives a ton of email marketing information, tips, what service she recommends using and why. Ali shares extremely valuable tips on researching, finding, and getting PR and media attention. In this episode Carissa shares a genius example of guerrilla marketing one small business used, which was free, and went viral in a few hours. Ava the Elephant is also featured on this episode. Ava is a talking elephant children's medicine dispenser, which makes giving kids medicine fun! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Ali Rittenhouse, who trains small business owners and virtual assistants how to embrace and utilize technology to their benefit. She also gives a ton of email marketing information, tips, what service she recommends using and why. Ali shares extremely valuable tips on researching, finding, and getting PR and media attention. In this episode Carissa shares a genius example of guerrilla marketing one small business used, which was free, and went viral in a few hours. Ava the Elephant is also featured on this episode. Ava is a talking elephant children's medicine dispenser, which makes giving kids medicine fun! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Lynn Higgin of Crazy Bitch Tea, herbal tea infusion bringing harmony to the world around us. Lynn talks about how her company determines whether to sell her products online or in a retail store, explains where her company name came from and how businesses can benefit from attending industry related conferences and conventions. This episode also features the Kickrest - the only product that makes your coffee table as comfortable as an ottoman with the benefit of keeping your feet toasty warm! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Lynn Higgin of Crazy Bitch Tea, herbal tea infusion bringing harmony to the world around us. Lynn talks about how her company determines whether to sell her products online or in a retail store, explains where her company name came from and how businesses can benefit from attending industry related conferences and conventions. This episode also features the Kickrest - the only product that makes your coffee table as comfortable as an ottoman with the benefit of keeping your feet toasty warm! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Julie Busha, the co-owner of Slawsa, a gourmet topping for nearly every food. Julie shares how her persistence and experience pushed her product into over 3,500 stores nationwide in 13 months. Also featured on this episode is EcoNuts organic laundry soap! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews Julie Busha, the co-owner of Slawsa, a gourmet topping for nearly every food. Julie shares how her persistence and experience pushed her product into over 3,500 stores nationwide in 13 months. Also featured on this episode is EcoNuts organic laundry soap! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews the two guys behind SharkTankBlog.com - Rob Merlino and Kirk Taylor, who share what they've learned from interviewing so many small business owners, behind the scenes Shark Tank information and how they (and you can) use affiliate marketing to monetize their website. Also featured on this episode is the Magnetie! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa Dunphy interviews the two guys behind SharkTankBlog.com - Rob Merlino and Kirk Taylor, who share what they've learned from interviewing so many small business owners, behind the scenes Shark Tank information and how they (and you can) use affiliate marketing to monetize their website. Also featured on this episode is the Magnetie! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com