The Small Business Association of Michigan’s Small Business Weekly Podcast

Jan 28 2025 100 ep. 12 mins 27
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“The Small Business Association of Michigan’s Entrepreneurial Insights” every week presents a dynamic audio interview from a top-notch expert on entrepreneurial success. Hear great tips and advice on how to be a more effective small business owner. The program is hosted and produced by the Small Business Association of Michigan's Vice President Communications Michael Rogers

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How community involvement helps foster business success

Jan 28 2025 13 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jami Moore, president of JEM Tech Group, a VIP member of the Small Business Association of Michigan and member of the 2024 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch. JEM Tech Group's involvement in the local community and mentorship programs has been a significant contributor to the company's success. “I would be lost without SBAM,

Effective systems lead to efficient operations

Jan 21 2025 12 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Karen Hairston, CEO of K Hairston Services, also known as 3S Smart Consulting. She is a business and profitability consultant who recently wrote a very interesting article for SBAM's Focus magazine, called Scale or Fail: the power of effective systems. She emphasizes that systems, whether low-tech or high-tech, document th

How to make quality promotional products a key part of your business marketing plan

Jan 13 2025 15 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Elite SBAM member Karen Scarpino, owner and CEO of Green Giftz by Promotional Impact. The promotional products industry has evolved significantly over the past 30 years, according to Scarpino. “The industry was often referred to as trinkets and trash, and we just didn't want to be connected with that – we wanted to rea

How printed marketing materials can effectively complement your digital marketing campaigns

Jan 06 2025 15 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with SBAM Elite Member Vladimir Gendelman, founder and CEO of Company Folders, Inc. (https://www.companyfolders.com/) They discuss the importance of printed marketing materials in complementing digital campaigns. Gendelman emphasizes that printed materials, such as presentation folders, engage multiple senses and enhance retent

Fast-growing legal firm zeros in on helping small businesses succeed

Dec 17 2024 11 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Michael Cole, a member of the Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes law firm. They are VIP members of the Small Business Association of Michigan and this year were named to the list of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch for 2024. Cole discusses the firm's growth from four lawyers in 2008 to 40 today, and its diverse practice areas, inc

Rapid expansion is the right fit for this award-winning apparel decorating business

Dec 10 2024 12 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Ryan Dost and Adam McCauley, owners of Sandlot Sports, specializing in apparel decorating. They are VIP members of the Small Business Association of Michigan, and were named this year to the Michigan 50 Companies to Watch list. Future plans include doubling revenue in five years through dedicated outside sales and automati

Skillfully managing a diverse design and remodeling company

Nov 20 2024 15 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Michael Flory, Owner, CEO & Visionary for Custom Built Design & Remodeling with locations in Okemos and Boyne City. They were named to the list of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch for 2024. The company has grown from a one-person operation to a team of over 30, with locations in Okemos and Boyne City. Flory highlights the ch

The importance of working on your business, not just in it

Nov 19 2024 8 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Certified Focal Point Business and Executive Coach Dan Fleetwood -- an Elite member of the Small Business Association of Michigan. He discusses his work with small business owners on strategic planning and goal setting. He emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurs working on their business rather than just in it, navigati

Helping businesses make a leap forward in technology productivity

Nov 15 2024 9 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Seth Wixtrom, owner of Excelsior Digital Consulting. His firm specializes in process automation, and website design and maintenance and is an Elite member of the Small Business Association of Michigan. Wickstrom emphasized the importance of technology in today's business landscape and encouraged businesses to explore AI's

The sweet music of business growth and success

Nov 11 2024 9 mins  
On today’s SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Lillian Werbin, CEO of Elderly Instruments in Lansing. They sell and repair stringed and fretted musical instruments. Recently named to the list of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch, they have grown to 40 employees and a 36,000 square foot facility. She emphasizes the importance of human interaction in business and the strate