What transforms a casual shopper into a loyal brand advocate? It all starts with the journey they experience the moment they engage with your business.

Deanna Wallin, founder of Naples Soap Company, takes us behind the scenes of her $12 million retail brand to show how intentional, detail-driven experiences earn long-term loyalty. From store music to the look and feel of product testers, every element is crafted to build trust and connection.

She shares real-world strategies like empowering local community involvement, training staff to embody brand values, and approaching customer complaints with empathy and flexibility. Her success proves that it’s not just what you sell—it’s how you make people feel.

Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, this episode offers practical insights on turning transactions into meaningful brand relationships.

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The digital revolution has changed how we connect with customers—but are you tapping into its most powerful tool? In this episode, e-commerce entrepreneur and web designer Veronica Cornish unpacks the transformative potential of AI-powered SMS marketing.

With a 98% open rate, text message marketing creates instant, direct connections that cut through the inbox clutter. Veronica shares how to build a compliant, effective SMS strategy, from smart subscriber acquisition to campaigns that engage—not annoy—your audience.

Where it gets next-level? AI. Today’s platforms let you train AI in your brand voice to deliver personalized, real-time interactions, answer customer questions, and segment your audience for laser-targeted messages. As Veronica says, “You can train this AI to create a brand identity… and it's going to help you craft automations and messages that are aligned with your brand values.”

For business owners new to SMS, Veronica offers a practical, low-pressure roadmap to get started. Learn why this might just be your most powerful marketing channel yet.

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That little twinge you feel when scrolling social media—the one that whispers you're not doing or being enough? You're not alone. The comparison trap is a universal experience, intensified by the digital world.

In this episode, I'll explore why we’re wired to compare, how social media amplifies it, and the real costs: diminished self-esteem, anxiety, and a distorted view of success. But there’s a liberating alternative—staying in your lane. We break down how defining success on your own terms can shift your focus from others to your own growth.

You'll learn practical tools to break free from comparison, including setting personal benchmarks, practicing gratitude, managing social media mindfully, and transforming how you view others’ wins. Because someone else’s success doesn’t shrink your potential.

Ready to redirect your energy toward authentic growth? Let’s dive in.

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Most people think Chambers of Commerce are all about networking events and ribbon cuttings—but their impact goes far deeper. In this episode, Kristina Park, CEO of the Greater Naples Chamber, pulls back the curtain on how Chambers serve as powerful engines for economic development, leadership cultivation, and policy advocacy. From supporting small businesses and attracting new opportunities to guiding the next generation of leaders, Chambers are evolving to meet today’s challenges—including embracing solopreneurs, remote workers, and technological disruption. If you’ve ever underestimated your local Chamber, this conversation will change your mind.

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Your digital assets are your business’s crown jewels—but are they truly secure? Cybersecurity expert Vi Wickam exposes the most common (and dangerous) oversights companies make, from password reuse to neglected cloud storage. Learn how tools like password managers, physical backups, and multi-factor authentication can fortify your defenses. Vi also reveals why conducting a digital asset audit might save you from sabotage, theft, or shady service providers. Whether you're tech-savvy or just starting to think about security, this episode offers real, actionable strategies to keep your business safe.

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The workplace is evolving, with six generations soon sharing space and bringing vastly different expectations around leadership and autonomy. Today’s workers—especially younger ones—want more than a paycheck. They crave purpose, impact, and the freedom to make meaningful decisions.

Melissa Severance, executive leadership coach and HR consultant, unpacks what real autonomy looks like and how it transforms culture. She challenges outdated leadership models that stifle innovation and explains why fear often holds leaders back from embracing trust and flexibility.

Through practical strategies and real-life examples, Melissa explores how autonomy starts with small steps and builds through experience. One key insight: finding the right “souls for the right roles” is just as important as giving people freedom. When strengths align with responsibilities, everyone wins.

This episode offers a roadmap to building a culture where autonomy drives engagement, innovation, and retention—starting with one clear, empowered step.

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Hiring the right people can make or break your business—but too often, entrepreneurs settle for availability over alignment. In this episode, Tanya Lechner, founder of Sunshine Real Estate Team, shares powerful insights on building a team that thrives. She opens up about past hiring hiccups, the importance of cultural fit, and why attitude should outweigh experience. From evolving candidate expectations to smart interview techniques, you’ll learn how to stop “hiring just to hire” and start building a team that fuels long-term success.

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Success doesn’t happen alone. Top professionals know that surrounding themselves with trusted advisors fast-tracks growth in ways solo effort can’t. That’s the idea behind building a personal board of directors—a handpicked team offering diverse guidance to help shape your career.

This board isn’t formal or rigid—it’s a mix of mentors, experts, and supporters who offer insight where you need it most, from finances and legal matters to emotional support and innovative thinking.

Start by identifying your gaps, then seek advisors who can help fill them. Be clear, respectful, and offer value in return. As your career grows, your board should evolve with you. So—who’s on your board? The right voices could change everything.

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