Real Talk with Industry Leaders on Surviving the Crisis – Part 1

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , , on April 21, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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To better understand what is happening to business owners in real-time, I conducted interviews with six different business leaders from six different industries.  The goal was to gain insights for listeners, to help better understand how others are coping with the new normal.

In Part 1, interviews include: 

  • Richard Montellano – Supply Chain Consultant
  • Dean Soll – Manufacturer of Insulated Metal Panels for refrigerated products
  • Chris Kramer – M&A and ESOP programs

 

Connecting with remote employees during this crisis and leadership’s responsibility

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , , on April 14, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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We are in unprecedented times as a result of the Coronavirus.  Offices and businesses are closed, and employees are now working from home.  For many, this is a new experience.  And, for many business leaders, this is a new experience as well.

Today at the Café, I’m going speaking with Kimberly Layne, CEO, and founder of The Kimberly Connection Company, about improving broken cultures through connected leadership.  And, how a leader needs to engage with their remote employees during this crisis.

 

Protect yourself and your team from making dangerous judgment errors, especially in today’s business climate

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , , on April 8, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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Business leaders are navigating unchartered waters in today’s business climate and making decisions that can have a lasting impact on their business. Stop by the Business Growth Cafe to hear insights from my guest, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, Disaster Avoidance Expert as we discuss making rational, well-thought-out decisions vs gut decisions based instincts.  Protect yourself and your team from dangerous judgment errors known as cognitive biases to develop the wisest and most profitable decision-making strategies for today and tomorrow.

NAVIGATE TODAY’S BUSINESS CLIMATE FOR TOMORROW’S SUCCESS

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , on April 4, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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How to Navigate Today while Planning for Tomorrow is on everyone’s mind, especially business leaders. Listen in as me, Angelo Ponzi, Fractional CMO, Rich Cocuzzo, Fractional Revenue Officer and JJ Richa, Fractional Operations Officer discuss critical elements to surviving and thriving in these uncertain times.

We three, make up the leadership of a collective of C-Suite executives called, P4 Collective. Listen as we discuss a holistic approach to address the issues and challenges facing businesses as a result of the actions taken to mitigate the Corona Virus.

Join us on April 7th, 12 – 1 PM for a webinar dedicated to this topic.  Visit https://meetinglab.zoho.com/meeting/register?sessionId=1080300517 to register

Tips for Working At Home

Posted in Business Growth Cafe on March 24, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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Sending workers home or laying them off as a result of the Corona Virus is having a massive impact on businesses and their workers.  Many of them have never had to work from home before or use video conferencing technology.  Or, for many, they now find themselves searching for a new job when jobs are currently scarce.  Today on the show, I’ll share some tips and tricks to help you stay focused and productive, while you are home and most likely so is your entire family.  Lots of distractions.  Lots of challenges.  Join me at the Cafe as I share my experiences and recommendations.

Regaining control over your life and business

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , , on March 19, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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How we show up in life matters. Our intentions, energy, and presence matter. The impact we have on others depends on how we show up. As a leader, this is critical to our mission. Marc Koehler, President, Lead with Purpose tomorrow joins me at the Business Growth Cafe for an insightful conversation and guidance in leading today and tomorrow.

Your business financials are telling you a story. Are you listening?

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , , on March 18, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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 Join me, Angelo Ponzi and my guest, Stacy N. Benda, CEO of Apollonian Accounting & Business Services as we explore strategies to help you to understand the story your business financials are telling you.

3 Pillars to build an Effective Strategic Growth Plan

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , on March 9, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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Many businesses start with executing tactics without spending the time to know the dynamics of the market they are competing in.

I recommend you start by focusing on three areas: Insights, Brand and Plan.

And in that order… to become more strategic in achieving your business goals. These three pillars are key to building an effective, efficient strategic growth plan for your business.

Identifying the insights and knowledge you need to define your brand and to create a plan that helps you achieve your vision of success is essential.

Publishing a successful, traditional print magazine requires a non-traditional approach

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , on February 29, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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To be successful in publishing a traditional print magazine requires digital, video, events, promotions, social media, awards banquets, and of course, organization. Tune in for a discussion on the changes and challenges in the publishing world with my guests Mike Dunn, Executive Editor, and Jennifer McLaughlin, editor-in-Chief of LA Travel Magazine.

How you and your business can benefit from the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)?

Posted in Business Growth Cafe with tags , , , on February 20, 2020 by OC Talk Radio

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What is EOS is all about?  Join me and my guest, Chris Duncan, serial entrepreneur and now an EOS Implementer, explore EOS and the benefits of the program to help leadership teams Clarify, Simplify, and Achieve their vision using the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).

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