Start,Run,Grow
Discover the Low country's Path to Prosperity: A Podcast for Entrepreneurs and Community Champions.
Each week, we dive into the heart of small business success and personal finance, all while addressing the unique challenges and opportunities of South Carolina's Low country.
Our guests, ranging from local entrepreneurs to community leaders, share their invaluable insights, inspiring stories, and hard-earned wisdom.
Hosted by a seasoned entrepreneur and personal finance expert with over two decades of experience in wealth creation, this podcast offers:
- Practical strategies for building and growing successful small businesses in the Lowcountry
- Easy-to-understand personal finance advice tailored to any budget
- Innovative approaches to community development and support
- Unique perspectives on leveraging local resources and opportunities
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or simply looking to improve your financial health while making a positive impact in your community, this podcast is your guide to prosperity in the Low country.
Join us as we explore the intersection of individual success and community growth, uncovering opportunities you may have never considered before.
Together, we'll build a stronger, more prosperous Low country for all.
Episodes
60 episodes
Rumination: Breaking the Cycle of Negative Thinking
Seeking ways to break the cycle of Negative Thinking in your professional career and personal life? Its time to take out the (HEAD TRASH)!!Ruminating involves a cycle where you keep thinking the same...
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Season 4
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Episode 52
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39:09
Money Shaming: What It Is and How to Overcome It.
Money shaming is real - unfortunately, it's even likely something you do to yourself. Whether you struggle to make ends meet, or you have enough money but don't feel like you handle it well, money shame can negatively impact your life.M...
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Season 4
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Episode 51
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35:10
10 Commonly Overlooked Must-Haves For Small Business ( Part 2 )
Top 10 Must-Haves for Small Business (GROWTH) 6. Location Tags7. CRM System8. Billing and Invoicing Software9. Mobile Card Readers10. Financial ToolsThe Bottom LineMany of ...
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Season 4
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Episode 50
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13:44
10 Commonly Overlooked Must-Haves For Small Business (Part 1)
Here are the Top 10 small business must-haves in 2023: Verified Online ListingsThe Right Legal FormationA Well-Designed WebsiteCustom Business EmailBusiness Phone
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Season 4
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Episode 49
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13:44
From Small To BIG!
Growth Strategies For Small Business Series : (Part 1)*****************************************************************************"You will either step forward into growth or you will step back into safety."
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Season 4
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Episode 48
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28:45
How to Deal With Uncertainty In Your Small Business
It’s a tough time to be leading any business right now — including small business. Uncertainty abounds, and knowing what the future will bring, and when the current Banking crisis will subside, everything is still up in the air....
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Season 4
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Episode 47
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24:32
7 Steps to Grow Your Business from $0 to $1 Million this year
What if I told you that there are seven simple steps you can take to start growing your business from $0 to $1,000,000 this year? As entrepreneurs, we all know how hard it is to grow and scale a business. Let’s face it, most of the...
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Season 4
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Episode 46
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18:07
7 Ways to Make Extra Money in 2023
If your goal is to make some extra cash, you've come to the right podcast! Whether you want to make money from home, make money online, or get out of the house to earn your extra cash, we've got you covered with this list of ...
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Season 4
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Episode 45
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17:52
The Best Small Business Ideas You Can Start In 2023
Contrary to popular belief, there are actually many ways to start a business that let you focus less on the logistics and upfront costs and more on getting your ideas started. Let’s get you past the first major mental hurdle of “I ...
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Season 4
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Episode 44
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22:30
Risks and Rewards of Running a Small Business
Knowing and understanding the existing or potential risks will help small businesses prepare better and take necessary action. It will help businesses in understanding their strengths and weaknesses, and preparing for risks, thereby improving t...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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7:00
Follow your Effort, not your Passion
Steve Jobs , the Apple co-founder once said , "You've got to find what you love. The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking." Most people believe passion comes first.
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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12:13
How to get your side Hu$tle off the ground
Anyone can design and launch a side hustle that generates income in the short-term with resources you already have at your disposal, and without taking on the risk of quitting your day job.If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, small b...
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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40:29
Show me the MONEY! ( Part 2 of 2)
Continuing the conversation of "SHOW ME THE MONEY.If you are looking for startup capital...this episode if for you. Mel Shares his insight on the most common methods of funding your startup with six key points: THE FR...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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37:03
Show me the MONEY! ( 1 of 2 Episodes)
Coming up with your best idea, figuring out what it will cost to create a business, drafting a business plan, and choosing the right legal structure are the basic building blocks of any successful small business. Here’s the $...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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30:26
Starting a Home Based Business
There’s no place like home. —Dorothy Working from home is an attractive option to many. By avoiding the overhead of an office, working from a place you enjoy, and chucking the rat race, working from home can indeed be g...
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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24:29
Falling in Love with ENTREPRENEURSHIP
The second sort of entrepreneur—is the individual who is more concerned with being his own boss than with starting a particular business.There is a Freedom that comes with being a small business owner - theses are some of the grea...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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20:06
Choosing The Right Business For You
When it comes to choosing a small business, there are two types of entrepreneurs. The first is the person who is in love with the idea of starting a very specific business. The other potential small business per...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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23:45
What's Your Risk Tolerance?
In this Episode, Mel will discuss the traits required to start your own business and 5 ways to minimized your small business risk. 1. Know you numbers2. Do your homework3. Incorporate4. Insurance, Insurance, Insurance
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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27:38
Understanding Your Entrepreneurship IQ
Becoming an entrepreneur is one of those life-altering events that will impact your life for years to come. There are no guarantees and there will be obstacles. But If you do it right, there is no telling how far you can go. In thi...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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19:31
5 Ways to Cut Your Small Business Expenses
Use these tips to trim your budget and improve your cash flow1. Inspect your recurring costs2. Ditch the landline3. Assess your travel habits4. Check out your Inventory5. Reduce energy costs
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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9:54
How to Start a Business on a Budget
Prioritizing low overhead can make starting a business much more affordable than you might expect. Here are some tips to help you stick to a budget and bring your idea to fruition.
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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7:43
HOW TO START A MICRO BUSINESS
A micro business, also known as a micro-company or micro-enterprise, is the newest trend in the entrepreneurial world. Whether you’re a stay at home Mom, a college student, or have a regular 9-5 job, starting your own business is completely ach...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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17:21
GROW your small business through effective Business Networking
In this Episode Mel shares (5 Small Business Networking Tips) Small business owners use networking as a means to form relationships with others, in like or related fields, that help to expand their business' ability to find ...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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8:01
Tech Entrepreneurship 101
A compelling conversation with a Global technology startup and entrepreneur; Andrey F. Burell. President and CEO of Pre-Impact - a securitized carbon neutral Tech-Start up that has designed affordable and factual Carbon Neutral sol...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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37:00
5 Things You Can Do To Start Your E-Commerce Business
E-commerce is no longer a luxury; it has become a necessity for small business. If you own a convenience store, a hardware shop and other retail establishments you may want to jump into the online shopping experiance but aren’t sure ho...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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13:48