
#53 Health, Business, and Family: A Conversation with Dr. Nate and Melissa Wiechmann
06/19/24 • 76 min
In this episode of Riding Tandem, I sat down with Dr. Nate Wiechmann and his wife/business partner, Melissa. They share their inspiring journey of building their clinic, overcoming reputation challenges, and navigating personal crises, including the premature birth of their daughter during the pandemic. Learn how they embraced technology, leveraged social media, and relied on community support to thrive. This episode is a testament to resilience, authenticity, and the power of partnership.
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Unpacking this episode min by min:
01:55 Starting Their Clinic
05:00 Expanding to a Second Location
07:32 Overcoming Reputation Hurdles
09:59 Using Social Media for Marketing
14:28 Overcoming Hesitation and Authenticity on Social Media
28:33 Advice for Business Owners in Crisis
36:32 Showing Vulnerability and Finding Support
40:28 Myths and Differentiation in Chiropractic Care
51:43 Productivity Hacks and Tools
56:57 Tips for Business Owners in Healthcare
01:01:49 Inspiration and Misconceptions
01:10:32 Making the World a Better Place
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In this episode of Riding Tandem, I sat down with Dr. Nate Wiechmann and his wife/business partner, Melissa. They share their inspiring journey of building their clinic, overcoming reputation challenges, and navigating personal crises, including the premature birth of their daughter during the pandemic. Learn how they embraced technology, leveraged social media, and relied on community support to thrive. This episode is a testament to resilience, authenticity, and the power of partnership.
If you love this show, please leave us a review. Go to RateThisPodcast.com/ridingtandem and follow the simple instructions.
Reach out! Send your feedback and comments with this survey.
Unpacking this episode min by min:
01:55 Starting Their Clinic
05:00 Expanding to a Second Location
07:32 Overcoming Reputation Hurdles
09:59 Using Social Media for Marketing
14:28 Overcoming Hesitation and Authenticity on Social Media
28:33 Advice for Business Owners in Crisis
36:32 Showing Vulnerability and Finding Support
40:28 Myths and Differentiation in Chiropractic Care
51:43 Productivity Hacks and Tools
56:57 Tips for Business Owners in Healthcare
01:01:49 Inspiration and Misconceptions
01:10:32 Making the World a Better Place
Related Episodes:
Vivian Kvam:
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/viviankvam/
- Email Vivian - [email protected]
Dr. Nate Wiechmann & Melissa Wiechmann
- Facebook - Facebook.com/pcsfchiropractic
- Website - www.pcsfchiropractic.com
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pcsfchiro/
Tandem Works Team:
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TandemWorksTeam
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thetandemworks/
- Email the team: [email protected]
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#52 How to Turn Dietary Challenges into a Thriving Business: The O'CookieOs Story
Join host Vivian Kvam in an enriching conversation with Nicole Bartlett and Vincent Rissell, the founders of O'CookieOs. Discover how they turned a family challenge into a flourishing (accidental) business, creating a gluten-free cookie-donut hybrid that's as delicious as it is innovative. Nicole and Vincent discuss the importance of viewing failures as essential learning experiences that are pivotal in shaping their entrepreneurial path and share some real-life “horror” stories from the kitchen. Listen to their journey from kitchen experiments to a thriving business and their aspirations for the future.
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Unpacking this episode min by min:
01:01 An accidental business
03:07 Challenges of Gluten-Free Baking
04:06 Experimenting with Different Flours
05:15 The Birth of OcookieOs
06:13 Transitioning to a Business
07:11 Validation and Feedback
08:23 The Role of Kitchen Council
09:16 The Long-Term Vision for OcookieOs
19:29 Navigating the Leap into Business
25:37 Importance of Feedback and Adaptation
34:29 Expanding Product Lines and Target Audiences
35:28 Family Involvement in the Business
38:47 Impact of Business on the Family
41:49 Scaling and Maintaining the Homemade Feel
43:44 New Flavors and Recipe Development
50:39 Misconceptions About Owning a Business
51:56 Advice for Business Owners
58:45 Making the World a Better Place as Business Owners
01:00:59 How to Get O'Cookios and Wholesale Opportunities
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Nichole Bartlett & Vincent Rissell
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- Website https://ocookieos.com/
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#54 Connecting Through Stories For Business and Non-Profits with Jeremiah Tittle and Vivian Kvam
In this special crossover episode, Riding Tandem and Next Chapter Podcasts bring together two dynamic hosts: Jeremiah Tittle, CEO of Next Chapter Podcasts and host of Your Next Chapter, and Vivian Kvam, host of Riding Tandem.
Jeremiah and Vivian share their experiences, challenges, and successes in leveraging storytelling to reshape worlds and inspire change. From the evolution of podcasts to the integration of technology and AI, this episode is packed with valuable insights for business owners, nonprofit leaders, and creative minds alike.
Discover the power of internal and external storytelling, the importance of staying curious, and how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of digital communication. Whether you're a seasoned storyteller or just starting out, this episode is sure to ignite your passion and provide practical tips for designing the life and business you want.
Unpacking This Episode Min-By-Min
09:12 Jeremiah's Background and the Genesis of 'Your Next Chapter'
26:21 Crafting Mission Statements and Core Values
35:16 The Power of Storytelling in Nonprofit Organizations
53:07 Collaborating with Experts: Seeking Help in Storytelling
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Jeremiah Tittle:
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