Small Businesses Do it Better

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Shelly Ehler, creator of the Show No Towel, the only towel that you can use to dry off, wear and lay flat. Shelly shares her story of how her towel came to be, why she turned it into a business and how she got started. She also talks about the power of knowing what you need, opening your eyes and finding a way to get it. She started her business with no start-up costs, hand making every towel. Shelly also shares her Shark tank experience and how she knew Lori Greiner would be the ideal Shark to get to invest in her. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Steve Gadlin, entrepreneur who brought his business, I Want to Draw a Cat For You, to ABC's Shark Tank and acquired an investment from Shark Mark Cuban, self-made billionaire. Steve shares what Shark Tank has taught him about business, how it's affected his daily life and gives advice to those wanting to be on the show. We also learn about Steve's other brands, the new products he's bringing to the market and what he has learned about product manufacturing and shipping. Of course, we also talk about his cat drawings, like what's requested most often, crazy requests, and we surprise him with an impromptu crazy cat drawing! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Steve Gadlin, entrepreneur who brought his business, I Want to Draw a Cat For You, to ABC's Shark Tank and acquired an investment from Shark Mark Cuban, self-made billionaire. Steve shares what Shark Tank has taught him about business, how it's affected his daily life and gives advice to those wanting to be on the show. We also learn about Steve's other brands, the new products he's bringing to the market and what he has learned about product manufacturing and shipping. Of course, we also talk about his cat drawings, like what's requested most often, crazy requests, and we surprise him with an impromptu crazy cat drawing! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Daniel Rensing, co-founder of The Smart Baker. Daniel shares how him and his wife's ideas and needs transformed into a business, how they worked with manufacturers to get their products out there and how they stay on top of online orders. We also learn how The Smart Baker utilizes different types of online, mail order and trade show marketing. For those of you interested in what goes on behind the scenes of the ABC TV show, Shark Tank, Daniel also tells us some interesting bits of info and also gives some tips for those who may be heading into the Shark Tank. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Daniel Rensing, co-founder of The Smart Baker. Daniel shares how him and his wife's ideas and needs transformed into a business, how they worked with manufacturers to get their products out there and how they stay on top of online orders. We also learn how The Smart Baker utilizes different types of online, mail order and trade show marketing. For those of you interested in what goes on behind the scenes of the ABC TV show, Shark Tank, Daniel also tells us some interesting bits of info and also gives some tips for those who may be heading into the Shark Tank. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Katie Meaux, owner and head baker at Katie Bakes. Katie tells us how she began her business with specialties and grew to where she is today. She also discusses the importance of Facebook activity, fan engagement and how her community grew by incorporating photos with her personality, beautiful baked goods and connecting with the community. Katie also gives us DIY’ers some easy baking tips! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Katie Meaux, owner and head baker at Katie Bakes. Katie tells us how she began her business with specialties and grew to where she is today. She also discusses the importance of Facebook activity, fan engagement and how her community grew by incorporating photos with her personality, beautiful baked goods and connecting with the community. Katie also gives us DIY’ers some easy baking tips! More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview James Sun, CEO of Pirq, a free app that helps you discover instant dining deals on the go. James discusses the benefits of having an app which provides businesses a way to increase their customer base, in non-peak hours and tells us where his app is headed in the future. James shares his experiences from his time spent on Donald Trump's tv show, "The Apprentice", and how he has overcome difficult obstacles. We also learn about James' world travels for the international tv show "Sun Tzu's War on Business", and what he learned about the differences of Entrepreneurs in different countries. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview James Sun, CEO of Pirq, a free app that helps you discover instant dining deals on the go. James discusses the benefits of having an app which provides businesses a way to increase their customer base, in non-peak hours and tells us where his app is headed in the future. James shares his experiences from his time spent on Donald Trump's tv show, "The Apprentice", and how he has overcome difficult obstacles. We also learn about James' world travels for the international tv show "Sun Tzu's War on Business", and what he learned about the differences of Entrepreneurs in different countries. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa and Connie of Ovaleye interview Jules Taggart and Krystina Feucht of Kickstart Kitchen. The two women of Kickstart Kitchen share some incredible advice and tips on entrepreneurial personalities, how to decide if you should start a business and what the first steps in a new business should be. Jules and Krystina also share their insights on the benefits of teaming up with other business owners and joining a mastermind group. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Carissa and Connie of Ovaleye interview Jules Taggart and Krystina Feucht of Kickstart Kitchen. The two women of Kickstart Kitchen share some incredible advice and tips on entrepreneurial personalities, how to decide if you should start a business and what the first steps in a new business should be. Jules and Krystina also share their insights on the benefits of teaming up with other business owners and joining a mastermind group. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Jim Cooper, Personal Trainer. Jim shares some excellent tips on how to mix up your regular exercise routine, fitting workouts into a busy schedule, feeling better all around, a few nutrition tips, and several ways to workout while traveling, in the office, or on the go. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Jim Cooper, Personal Trainer. Jim shares some excellent tips on how to mix up your regular exercise routine, fitting workouts into a busy schedule, feeling better all around, a few nutrition tips, and several ways to workout while traveling, in the office, or on the go. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Rose Hollis, Certified Pro Quickbooks Advisor, and owner of her own Accounting advice company. Rose discusses all of the must-have elements new businesses and established businesses must incorporate into their books to keep things current, while planning for the future. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com

Kathy and Carissa of Ovaleye interview Rose Hollis, Certified Pro Quickbooks Advisor, and owner of her own Accounting advice company. Rose discusses all of the must-have elements new businesses and established businesses must incorporate into their books to keep things current, while planning for the future. More at http://SmallBusinessesDoItBetter.com