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Why Entrepreneurs Need to Embrace Outsourcing and Consulting: Insights from Small Business Consultant feat. Jessica Millhiser with JMills Consulting
June 1, 2023

Why Entrepreneurs Need to Embrace Outsourcing and Consulting: Insight…

Our Sponsor: Tractor Beverage Company Jessica Millhiser is the sole founder of JMills Consulting where her mission is to help business owners prepare for internal growth which will allow their business scale over time. While ...

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The Importance Of Humility And Strong Teams In Entrepreneurship feat. Kevin Sherman with Tractor Beverage Company
May 25, 2023

The Importance Of Humility And Strong Teams In Entrepreneurship feat.…

Proud Sponsor of The Small Business Origins Podcast In this episode, we learn all about Kevin Sherman, CEO of Tractor Beverage Company, as he discusses his experience working in the beverage industry, including creating the f...

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Challenges, Inspiration, And Overcoming Obstacles: A Journey Through Life's Pivotal Moments feat. Kevin Lowe with Grit, Grace, & Inspiration Podcast
May 18, 2023

Challenges, Inspiration, And Overcoming Obstacles: A Journey Through …

In this thought-provoking episode, our guest shares an inspiring journey of overcoming life's challenges. From confronting a life-threatening tumor and navigating the journey of recovery, to finishing school, the guest reveal...

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#EconDevWeek in Tomball Update. Driving Economic Development: A Look Into Strategic Planning And Community Growth feat. Kelly& Tiffani with Tomball Economic Development Corporation
May 11, 2023

#EconDevWeek in Tomball Update. Driving Economic Development: A Look …

Join us for a Tomball EDC update for #econdevweek and as we discuss economic development with Kelly and Tiffani, as well as their experiences working in economic development and the importance of growth and progress for a cit...

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The Value of Networking and Talent Acquisition for Business feat. Jacob Darr with Talent Acquisition Blueprint
May 4, 2023

The Value of Networking and Talent Acquisition for Business feat. Jac…

In this episode of Small Business Origins, we interview Jacob Darr with Talent Acquisition Blueprint, a leading recruiting firm that helps companies find top talent. Jacob shares his journey from working in a job he loved but...

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Simply Noted: The Power Of Handwritten Communication In A Tech-driven Business World feat. Rick Elmore with Simply Noted
April 27, 2023

Simply Noted: The Power Of Handwritten Communication In A Tech-driven…

On this episode, we discuss the importance of leveraging different channels for sales and marketing efforts, including handwritten notes. Simply Noted is a powerful tool that can be used to send personalized, handwritten note...

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From Homemade Treats To National Delivery: The Rise of Gooey Cookies feat. Stephanie Ferreira with Halfbaked Goods
April 20, 2023

From Homemade Treats To National Delivery: The Rise of Gooey Cookies …

In this episode of Small Business Origins, we talk to the founder of Half Baked Goodness, a creative cookie company known for its unique flavors and treats. As we discuss the company's online presence and its nationwide shipp...

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Cannabis In Texas: Navigating The Challenges, Misconceptions, and Opportunities feat. Shayda Torabi with Restart CBD
April 20, 2023

Cannabis In Texas: Navigating The Challenges, Misconceptions, and Opp…

Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions about drugs, specifically the use and sales of legal cannabinoids in Texas. We advise listeners to be cautious about listening around children, as the content may not be appropria...

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The Secrets to Success: Jeeping, Entrepreneurship, and Podcasting featuring Matson Breakey with MetalCloak
April 13, 2023

The Secrets to Success: Jeeping, Entrepreneurship, and Podcasting fea…

In this episode, we speak with Matson Breakey to discuss his experience building a customer list for Metal Cloak and promoting it through various channels, the importance of consistency in marketing & podcasting and compare i...

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Streamlining Fire Department Equipment Management featuring Scott Bergeron with PS Trax
April 6, 2023

Streamlining Fire Department Equipment Management featuring Scott Ber…

In this episode, we sit down with PS Trax, a cloud-based program that automates truck and equipment checks for fire departments and first responder agencies. The program tracks inventory, expiration dates, and narcotics to en...

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The Power of Perseverance: Overcoming Hurdles to Success in Business feat. Johnathan Price with Down4Sound
March 30, 2023

The Power of Perseverance: Overcoming Hurdles to Success in Business …

This episode of the podcast follows the story of a young entrepreneur who was faced with an unexpected challenge when trying to move into a larger warehouse. After being told that the only way to make it happen was to …

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Using AI to Revolutionize Social Media Marketing feat. Kate Bradley with Lately.AI
March 23, 2023

Using AI to Revolutionize Social Media Marketing feat. Kate Bradley w…

In this episode, John interviews Kate Bradley Chernis, the CEO of Lately AI, about how artificial intelligence can help businesses revolutionize their social media marketing strategies. Kate discusses the challenges businesse...

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Online Classes,  Your Website and Entrepreneurship featuring Alyssa Marshall with Owwlish
March 16, 2023

Online Classes, Your Website and Entrepreneurship featuring Alyssa M…

Tune in as we are joined by Alyssa Marshall of Owwlish to discuss the importance of pursuing one's passions and how no-code tools can help individuals invest in their passions without having to worry about the technical aspec...

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The Secret Ingredient To Finding The Perfect Leader: Matching Skills And Roles feat. Kyle Martin with Ghost Mountain Executive Search
March 9, 2023

The Secret Ingredient To Finding The Perfect Leader: Matching Skills …

In this podcast episode, we discuss the importance of finding good leaders and matching them with the right positions, and how that is exactly what Ghost Mountain Executive Search does. Kyle Martin evaluates leaders, companie...

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Hypnotherapy & Past Lives to Heal: Part 2 feat. Kristine Ovsepian with Journeys to Heal
March 2, 2023

Hypnotherapy & Past Lives to Heal: Part 2 feat. Kristine Ovsepian wit…

How much do we truly know about hypnosis? Should hypnotherapy as an industry be getting more recognition as a proven method of healing? Returning to us today for part two of an intriguing conversation is the Founder of Journe...

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Effective Communication: The Key to Success feat. Brenden Kumarasamy with MasterTalk
Feb. 23, 2023

Effective Communication: The Key to Success feat. Brenden Kumarasamy …

We can all go a little further in life with more effective communication skills. Today’s guest, Brenden Kumarasamy is dedicated to building bulletproof executives through his work as a communication coach. Tune in today to he...

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From Performer to Tutor: The Story Behind Grove Prep feat. Nathaniel Dolquist with Grove Prep
Feb. 16, 2023

From Performer to Tutor: The Story Behind Grove Prep feat. Nathaniel …

As an entrepreneur, you need to know what your services are worth and have the confidence to value them accordingly. Today’s guest is a creative, performer, tutor, and entrepreneur. Nathaniel Dolquist is here to tell us all a...

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Skateboarding and Entrepreneurship: Insights From a Business Broker feat. Joseph Pergolizzi with Website Closers
Feb. 9, 2023

Skateboarding and Entrepreneurship: Insights From a Business Broker f…

One of the most crucial stages of entrepreneurship is having a clear exit strategy in place once your business is booming. Synonymous with the way you’d use a realtor to help sell your house, a business broker is just as …

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Flying into The Future: Private Aircraft for Business and Pleasure feat. Travis Lamance with HavenAero
Feb. 2, 2023

Flying into The Future: Private Aircraft for Business and Pleasure fe…

Join us for another episode of Small Business Origins where we hear from Travis Lamance of Haven Aero. Travis explains how he moved to Pampa working on aircraft, which exposed a need in the market for booking private flights ...

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Playing The Long Game feat. Kevin Palmieri with Next Level University Podcast
Jan. 26, 2023

Playing The Long Game feat. Kevin Palmieri with Next Level University…

Trigger warning: Please note that this episode carries a trigger warning for depression and suicide. Today’s guest, Kevin Palmieri, was earning six figures at the age of 26. He had everything you could ever want, including th...

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DIY Floors: How Steller Floors is Changing the Game feat Britta Teller, Ph.D. with Stellar Floors
Jan. 19, 2023

DIY Floors: How Steller Floors is Changing the Game feat Britta Telle…

Biology professor and hardwood floor manufacturer are careers worlds apart. So, when Britta Teller transitioned from the former to the latter in 2018 with the founding of Steller Floors, she knew it wouldn’t be easy, but as y...

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Preparing Your Family & Finances for the Future feat. Andrew Zihmer with Zihmer Law Firm
Jan. 12, 2023

Preparing Your Family & Finances for the Future feat. Andrew Zihmer w…

Death often comes unexpectedly, but that doesn’t mean you can’t prepare for it and ensure that your loved ones are taken care of. Today on the Small Business Origins Podcast, we are joined by the co-founder of Zihmer Law Firm...

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Hypnotherapy & Past Lives to Heal: Part 1 feat. Kristine Ovsepian with Journeys to Heal
Jan. 5, 2023

Hypnotherapy & Past Lives to Heal: Part 1 feat. Kristine Ovsepian wit…

How much do we truly know about hypnosis? Should hypnotherapy as an industry be getting more recognition as a proven method of healing? Joining us today for an intriguing conversation is the Founder of Journeys to Heal, Krist...

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From Salesman to Entrepreneur feat. Sean Boyle with Momentum Virtual Tours
Dec. 29, 2022

From Salesman to Entrepreneur feat. Sean Boyle with Momentum Virtual …

There is power in looking in the mirror to check your pride, assess your ego, and acknowledge your strengths and weaknesses: all for the betterment of your business. Sean Boyle, a young, successful business co-founder, descri...

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