Small Business Pivots

By: Michael Morrison
  • Summary

  • If you are looking for ways to accelerate your company’s growth Small Business Pivots is the small business owner’s guide to success. Sharing interviews with fellow entrepreneurs, tips from industry experts, and advice for those who want to gain more from their business. A podcast designed for business owners craving knowledge on how to grow and maintain a prosperous enterprise, join Michael Morrison, a small business coach and specialist, entrepreneur, and the founder of BOSS, as he uses his experience to interview accomplished business owners who operate thriving companies worth over one million dollars. Touching upon essential topics, including their professional successes and the trials and tribulations they’ve had to overcome. Capturing and sharing the world’s best business knowledge, listen as your host shares strategies and actionable advice to help you grow your small business to seven figures and more so your enterprise stands out.

    Want to visit with our host, Michael Morrison, about business coaching services for your small business? Go here: https://www.michaeldmorrison.com/consultation

    © 2024 Small Business Pivots
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Episodes
  • How To Franchise Your Business: Leadership & Time Management | Aaron Harper
    Nov 6 2024

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    Curious about what it takes to franchise a business? In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Harper, CEO and founder of Rolling Suds, a power washing franchise that’s grown to nearly 250 locations across 28 states in less than 2 years. Aaron’s journey isn’t your typical path to success—he’s faced Hollywood setbacks, embraced spirituality, and turned life’s challenges into a thriving business. Now, he’s on a mission to help others achieve success through franchising.

    Aaron shares the keys to Rolling Suds’ impressive growth, from building strong leadership foundations to creating systems that set franchisees up for success right from the start. He reveals why hiring the right team and managing finances wisely are game-changers for scaling any business.

    Listen in to discover how Aaron uses smart time management and innovative marketing to keep Rolling Suds ahead of the curve. He’ll show you how empowering your team and fostering a problem-solving culture can free you up to focus on what really matters—growing your business. Plus, get tips on making the shift from daily tasks to strategic leadership and using business debt as a tool for expansion.

    If you’re hungry for practical advice on entrepreneurship or exploring franchise opportunities, this episode is your chance to learn from someone who’s been there. Don’t miss out on Aaron’s insights into the world of franchising and what it takes to build a business that lasts.


    Aaron Harper: CEO / Rolling Suds Power Washing

    Website(s): https://www.rollingsudsfranchise.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-harper-998140125/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rollingsudspowerwashing

    Email: aaront.harper@yahoo.com

    #FranchiseYourBusiness #LeadershipTips #TimeManagement #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Franchising #RollingSuds #AaronHarper #BusinessSuccess #SmallBusiness #StrategicLeadership #EmpowerYourTeam #MarketingStrategies #FinancialManagement #BusinessExpansion #EntrepreneurAdvice #ScalingYourBusiness #PowerWashing #MindsetShift #BusinessOwners #SmallBusinessTips #SmallBusinessOwners #MarketingTips #BusinessSuccess #BusinessCoaching #BusinessPodcast #SmallBusinessPivots #Success #Podcast #SmallBusiness #BOSS #MichaelDMorrison #OklahomaCity

    Support the show

    1. Want more resources to grow your business faster?
    https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/

    2. Want to connect with our Host, Founder & CEO on LinkedIn?
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldmorrisonokc/

    3. Want professional business coaching with our Host, Founder & CEO?
    https://www.michaeldmorrison.com

    4. Want to set up a FREE business consultation with our Host, Founder & CEO?
    https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/consultation


    FOLLOW US ON:
    - WEBSITE: https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/

    -WEBSITE: https://www.michaeldmorrison.com/

    -LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldmorrisonokc/

    -YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@businessownershipsimplified

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    39 mins
  • Marketing & Branding For Small Business Growth: Differentiation Strategies | Emma Shermer Tamir
    Oct 30 2024

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    What if understanding your business identity could lead to unlocking sustainable growth? Join me as I sit down with Emma Shermer-Tamir, the inspiring CEO and co-founder of Marketing by Emma, who shares her transformative journey from a shy youngster to a leading figure in e-commerce marketing. Emma opens up about her battles with confidence and how those experiences fueled her entrepreneurial spirit. Her personal anecdotes reveal the power of mindset in overcoming challenges and the decisive moment when she was inspired by her husband to create Marketing by Emma, a thriving business dedicated to helping others succeed online.

    As we navigate the complex landscape of digital marketing, especially post-COVID, Emma provides invaluable insights for small business owners ready to step outside their comfort zones. She reassures us that early missteps are part of the learning curve and can humanize a brand. Our engaging discussion covers marketing fundamentals, emphasizing the importance of content marketing in building trust and authority. With practical tips and a dose of encouragement, we aim to equip small business owners with effective strategies to connect with their audience authentically.

    Branding is much more than logos and color schemes—it’s about creating a lasting impression in the minds of customers. Emma and I explore the art of differentiation in a saturated market, introducing the "four Cs" strategy: contrast, customer, company identity, and connection. We delve into how businesses can stand out by offering unique value and building meaningful relationships. This episode is brimming with actionable insights from Emma, aimed at helping you craft a brand that resonates deeply with your customers and drives sustainable growth.

    Emma Schermer Tamir: CEO / Marketing By Emma

    Website(s): https://marketingbyemma.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-schermer-tamir/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingbyEmma


    #Marketing #Branding #SmallBusinessGrowth #BusinessIdentity #EmmaSchermerTamir #SustainableGrowth #EntrepreneurJourney #EcommerceMarketing #BrandingTips #MindsetShift #ConfidenceBuilding #ContentMarketing #PostCOVIDMarketing #SmallBusinessSuccess #BrandDifferentiation #AuthenticMarketing #DigitalMarketing #CustomerConnection #MarketingStrategy #BrandingStrategy #BusinessGrowth #MarketingFundamentals #SmallBusinessOwners #MarketingByEmma
    #BrandStrategy #BusinessBranding #BrandingTips #SmallBusinessTips #SmallBusinessOwners #MarketingTips #BusinessSuccess #BusinessCoaching #BusinessPodcast #SmallBusinessPivots #Success #Podcast #SmallBusiness #BOSS #MichaelDMorrison #OklahomaCity

    Support the show

    1. Want more resources to grow your business faster?
    https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/

    2. Want to connect with our Host, Founder & CEO on LinkedIn?
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldmorrisonokc/

    3. Want professional business coaching with our Host, Founder & CEO?
    https://www.michaeldmorrison.com

    4. Want to set up a FREE business consultation with our Host, Founder & CEO?
    https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/consultation


    FOLLOW US ON:
    - WEBSITE: https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/

    -WEBSITE: https://www.michaeldmorrison.com/

    -LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldmorrisonokc/

    -YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@businessownershipsimplified

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    42 mins
  • ChatGPT And Beyond: Growing Your Business With AI | Chris Rubin
    Oct 23 2024

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    Can human creativity survive in a world increasingly reliant on artificial intelligence? Join us on Small Business Pivots as we explore this compelling question with Chris Rubin, the innovative founder and chief creative officer of Brand Multiplier. Chris takes us through his life's journey, sharing how his experiences as an only child with divorced parents have fueled his growth mindset centered on curiosity, learning, and resilience. Hear about his transition from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, where his work with brands like Disney and Hard Rock Cafe provided the foundation for his own business venture.

    Next, we uncover the dynamic interplay between AI and human creativity in small business branding. Chris makes a strong case against the pitfalls of relying solely on AI for creative tasks such as logo design, reminding us that human insight is indispensable. Discover how AI can revolutionize efficiency and cost-effectiveness in your business by taking over repetitive tasks, while humans focus on adding that irreplaceable creative touch. Chris shares practical tips for seamlessly integrating AI into your processes and highlights the importance of balancing machine assistance with human input.

    Finally, we dive deep into leveraging AI for business growth, focusing on ChatGPT and its myriad applications for small and medium-sized enterprises. Chris gives a detailed look at the transformative potential of the GPT-4-0 model and emphasizes the necessity of familiarizing oneself with AI to stay competitive. Learn how to structure prompts effectively, integrate chatbots into your operations, and explore the future of AI as it transcends simple automation into more complex, agentic tasks. This episode is packed with actionable insights and forward-thinking strategies to help you harness the power of AI while keeping human creativity at the forefront.

    Chris Rubin: CCO / BrandMultiplier.ai

    Website(s):
    https://www.brandmultiplier.ai/
    https://chrisrubincreativ.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crubin/

    Email: chris@chrisrubincreativ.com

    #SmallBusinessSuccess #AIinBusiness #BusinessGrowth #HumanCreativity #EntrepreneurshipJourney #BrandStrategy #AIPowered #AIandCreativity #BusinessBranding #AIForSmallBusiness #ChatGPT #EntrepreneurTips #BusinessInnovation #CreativeBusiness #TechForBusiness #EfficiencyAndCreativity #BrandingTips #SmallBusinessGrowth #ChrisRubin #SmallBusinessTips #SmallBusinessOwners #MarketingTips #BusinessSuccess #BusinessCoaching #BusinessPodcast #SmallBusinessPivots #SmallBusinessSuccess #Success #Podcast #SmallBusiness #BOSS #MichaelDMorrison #OklahomaCity

    Support the show

    1. Want more resources to grow your business faster?
    https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/

    2. Want to connect with our Host, Founder & CEO on LinkedIn?
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldmorrisonokc/

    3. Want professional business coaching with our Host, Founder & CEO?
    https://www.michaeldmorrison.com

    4. Want to set up a FREE business consultation with our Host, Founder & CEO?
    https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/consultation


    FOLLOW US ON:
    - WEBSITE: https://www.businessownershipsimplified.com/

    -WEBSITE: https://www.michaeldmorrison.com/

    -LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldmorrisonokc/

    -YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@businessownershipsimplified

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    35 mins

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