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In this episode, we track down one of the fastest growing companies in Oklahoma, Consumer Affairs.  Since 2011 they have grown at a blistering pace.  We dive deep with Danica about topics like:  What is company culture? How often times culture is confused with perks.  How to keep culture front and center when you are growing.  How to equip managers to carry out culture.

In this episode, we talk with Chris Rodriguez about launching his Dance and Fitness empire.  We discuss growth strategy, how to connect with others and how he is taking his unique blend to the Bay Area.

In this episode, Cody Jensen of Fake.tm and Jensen Creative talks about how he manages his creative process across multiple outlets.  He has founded multiple businesses both online and "brick and mortar", and talks about the challenges and struggles with each, as well as how he splits his time up and prioritizes tasks.  You can find him at codyjensen.com, fake.tm and http://jensencreative.school/

In this episode, we talk about the psychology of the sales process with Rick Gissler.  We talk about how to format your pitch, what you should look for, and how to think about the process.  

Owners Toolbox is the podcast for growth stage entrepreneurs looking to leap over hurdles and grow your business

In this episode we are joined by Heather Suchma of Blue Lion Salons in Houston.  Heather is lighting up the Houston area with a fast growing brand of Salon Studios.   We talk business growth, balancing family and work, and even talk franchising in this episode. 

Cheryl Lawson brings corporate marketing communications, entrepreneurial acumen, and deep social media and event marketing expertise to her clients, colleagues, and students. Cheryl’s own event, the annual SMTULSA Social Business Conference, has put Tulsa on the social media conference map. We talk with Cheryl about starting a community, what her challenges were, and how she overcame some of the early hang ups.  

Owners Toolbox is the podcast for growth stage entrepreneurs looking to leap over hurdles and grow your business

Today we are joined by Katie Seller of Metal Marvels. We talk teamwork, pushing through challenges, and how to outsource your way to work "on" your business. 

Owners Toolbox is the podcast for growth stage entrepreneurs looking to leap over hurdles and grow your business

Barron Ryan’s love for music has always been divided. The son of two musicians, he grew up in a house filled with the sounds of everything ranging from Chopin to Glenn Miller to Isaac Hayes. So when it comes to his own performing, he’s not content drawing on just one of those influences; he combines them all into an adventure that’s vintage yet fresh, historical yet hip, classic yet cool. Even when beginning to make his own music, Barron needed more than one outlet. He started piano lessons at the age of four, but at the same time began teaching himself drums. While progressing through middle and high schools, he won prizes in classical piano competitions while also earning a reputation as a formidable jazz drummer. In college, Barron continued to excel in multiple fields, majoring in piano performance and playing drums in the jazz band. Though he increasingly turned his focus toward the piano, the genres of classical, jazz, and funk continued to attract his attention. Now Barron applies his myriad interests and expertise to create awe-inspiring programs. He performs jazz-infused classical music like that found on his debut album, Classical with Attitude, and also plays astoundingly virtuosic transcriptions by some of the best jazz pianists ever. Audiences from the US, Japan, and Israel would agree that whether you’re looking for music with more heritage or more edge, Barron Ryan will give you a performance that’s timeless. 

Owners Toolbox is the podcast for growth stage entrepreneurs looking to leap over hurdles and grow your business

Join us this week as we talk to Kristi Warwick of nobellagrace.com  Kristi talks about launching, building a tribe on Instagram, and how to create raving fans.

Join us this week as we talk to Brian Henderson of Liberty Laundry.  We talk about how traditional industries can see new life with refreshed focus. Liberty Laundry is a locally owned and operated family business. Since its founding, Liberty Laundry has grown to three locations and employs nearly 20 people. It was recenlty featured in First National Bank of Broken Arrow's "Customers First" advertising campaign with the slogan "Building a Spotless Reputation." The Hendersons are members of the Coin Laundry Association, both John and Brian have given presentations about multiple laundry management and drop off laundry services at CLA events, and John is a frequent contributor to the CLA's monthly industry magazine, Planet Laundry.

Owners Toolbox is the podcast for growth stage entrepreneurs looking to leap over hurdles and grow your business

Our weekly roundtable of news and notes from the interwebs

Josh Ploch and Kersten Anderson interview Danica Jones, Social Media Strategist and Internet Nerd. With clients running the gamut from local businesses to national and international clients from all walks, she works to share the spirit of Social Media with forward-thinking businesses and individuals looking to create meaningful connections and lasting relationships with their customers online.   We talk deeper customer targeting.

Owners Toolbox is the podcast for growth stage entrepreneurs looking to leap over hurdles and grow your business

In this episode we speak with David Welch on how companies are missing out on the right marketing techniques while chasing after shiny objects.

Join Josh Ploch and Kersten Anderson as we review the week's top news in entrepreneurship, Small business marketing, and business growth