The Small Business Safari
Chris Lalomia
Have you ever sat there and wondered "What am I doing here stuck in the concrete zoo of the corporate world?" Are you itching to get out? Chris Lalomia and his co-host Alan Wyatt traverse the jungle of entrepreneurship. Together they share their stories and help you explore the wild world of SCALING your business. With many years of owning their own small businesses, they love to give insight to the aspiring entrepreneur. So, are you ready to make the jump?
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2 Weeks to Transform Your Contracting Business Into a 7 Figure Business With Brian Diamond
The Small Business Safari
02/13/24 • 52 min
Brian’s coaching academy teaches contractors how to scale their businesses. He helps them establish a winning sales mentality, building an intentional core value-based culture. We talked about establishing the “DNA” that your company needs to have to be successful. Leaders need to focus on their situational awareness to help lead their team to be intentional and authentic when dealing within your own organization and working with customers. Do you want to scale your business? Listen to this episode, and you will get some amazing information to help you in your business. Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!
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GOLD NUGGETS:
(00:00) - Navigating Small Business Ownership and Success
(05:49) - Nebraska Football and Sales Experiences
(13:25) - Build a Winning Team and Sales Culture
(22:25) - Gambling Losses and Sports Betting Excitement
(26:32) - Sales to Coaching During COVID
(39:50) - Take Action and Collaborate in Business
(47:25) - Favorite House Feature
(50:27) - Epic DIY Nightmare
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Brian’s Links:
Website | https://www.contractorlifeacademy.com/
Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/groups/contractorlifeacademy
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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!
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If You Loved This Episode Try These!
• The Concierge Decision Coach | Jodi Hume
• Fly Like an Eagle Into the Franchisee Business With Steve Miller
• “Strategery” of Building a Business, Through Brand, Consistency & Execution | Tom Reber
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From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.
Banks, Beers, and Business
The Small Business Safari
08/02/22 • 61 min
Welcome to this week's episode of The Small Business Safari. Today, Chris sits down with Jason Sleeman, who is the VP of Craft Beverage Lending for United Community Bank, to talk about one of our favorite topics...beer! Grab a beer from your favorite craft brewery and join us as the guys get into:
1. How Jason followed his passion for craft brewing and combined it with the banking experience he'd already had and now gets to do two things he loves, increase the amount of beer available, and help people start their businesses. Remember, having a good banker helps you have a good business!
2. Forecasting the future possibilities for breweries in Georgia. Plus, the do's and don'ts when it comes to expenses for a brewery, what's worth it and what's just extra.
3. Familiar names! Ever been to Monday Night Brewing in Atlanta...or anywhere else? They would make a great potential client. A company with character and capacity is exactly the kind of people that bankers like Jason want to help. Hey MNB and others, if you're listening to this, keep in mind that you want to have a banker before you need one.
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Training Your Money to Work for You
The Small Business Safari
05/31/22 • 64 min
Welcome to another rich episode of The Small Business Safari. Today, Alan and Chris are joined by Zach Levy! Zach's impressive background shows how you can start in one place and end up somewhere completely different. He attended Georgia State University and then transferred to Kennesaw State University where he continued his education with a plan in mind to work in the health and fitness field. After working on the corporate side of fitness, he found out it was a shark-filled sales industry. From there, he moved onto Waffle House management, and was moving up the ranks rapidly where he learned the small business economy and how to effectively run a team or small business. This opportunity allowed him to see a need for overall financial literacy and that the space was filled with misinformation and was often predatory. His purposeful mission was to help others with their financial needs. Five years later, he and his wife have built and own a national financial service business called Primerica, where he gets to enjoy helping others, especially in personal development. Like a CIA agent, Zach must maintain some secrecy about the specifics of what he does and how he operates, but don't fret, he'll be back soon to fill in those blanks. However, he can share the importance of paying yourself first, consistency within your business plan, and the benefits of working with others. Zach's hobbies include Fitness and Bodybuilding competitively, which he enjoys doing alongside his wife Meghan. Sit back and enjoy because you're going to laugh and learn something from Zach today!
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Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Business Scaling with California Closet Franchise Owner | Kenneth Cleary
The Small Business Safari
04/04/23 • 43 min
Kenneth Cleary unlocks the doors of his highly successful California Closet franchise, inviting us to explore the inner workings of scaling a business. Through his expertise, we discover how to identify business opportunities through analytical thinking and acquire the necessary skills to take your small business to the next level! Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!
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Ken’s Links:
• LinkedIn | Kenneth Cleary II
• Website | https://www.californiaclosets.com/
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GOLD NUGGETS:
(03:30) - Ken’s Bio
(07:25) - Analyzing a Business Opportunity Analytically
(16:19) - Identifying New Skills to Scale Your Business
(20:08) - Where to Invest Your Money in Your Business
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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!
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If you loved this episode try these!
• Reshaping the Tech Industry With a Customer Experience Mindset
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Building a Home Service Business with Huge Returns | Joel Mooneyham
The Small Business Safari
06/20/23 • 60 min
What happens when a calling to ministry unexpectedly leads to a successful small business? Our guest, Joel Mooneyham, shares his unique journey from feeling called to preach to becoming the sales rep and the social media manager of Southeast Underdeck. Discover how Joel's passion for helping others and creativity helped launch his career! Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!
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Joel’s Links:
• Business Website | southeasternunderdeck.com
• Personal Website | https://www.joelfromatlanta.com/
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GOLD NUGGETS:
(04:35) - Career Pivot and Purpose
(13:39) - Selling Underdeck Systems and Sales Belief
(19:07) - Sales and Career Belief Systems
(29:57) - Joel’s Creative Endeavors
(34:59) - Balancing Sales and Enjoyment
(44:42) - Art, Music, and Regrets
(53:34) - Customer Service and Business Ventures
(58:343) - Promoting a Podcast
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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!
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If you loved this episode try these!
• Mastering Small Business Marketing: Strategies, AI, and Insights with Sarah Block
• Building Multiple Businesses in a Blue-Collar Industry | Seth Lewis
• Scaling a Moving and Junk Removal Business: A Candid Conversation with Roger Panitch
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Have any questions or comments? Connect with me here!
From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.
Exploring the Power of Networking and Goal-Setting with Mike Van Pelt
The Small Business Safari
05/30/23 • 54 min
From discovering iconic restaurants to encounters with Bill Clinton, Mike shares insightful stories and reflects on event security changes. Additionally, we touch on networking for introverts, pushing boundaries, and the impact it can have on personal connections. With amusing anecdotes from his business ventures, spiritual journey, and consulting work, we delve into the coaching realm and how Mike differentiates himself through his podcast and networking. Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!
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Mike’s Links:
• LinkedIn | @mikevanpelt
• Website | https://truemanlifecoaching.com/
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GOLD NUGGETS:
(04:14) - The Beacon and Life Experiences
(14:52) - Networking and Nonprofits in Atlanta
(19:34) - Coaching and Networking for Business Growth
(33:50) - Overcoming Entrepreneurial Challenges and Crisis
(38:46) - Overcoming Crisis of Confidence in Business
(45:59) - DIY Nightmares and Customer Service
(52:37) - Podcast Progress and Motivation
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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!
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If you loved this episode try these!
• Exploring Epic Vacations, Military Tales, and Home Remodeling Journeys | Dan Weidmann
• How to Launch Your Business to the Stratosphere with Chris Hanks
• Reshaping the Tech Industry With a Customer Experience Mindset
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Have any questions or comments? Connect with me here!
From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.
Scaling a Moving and Junk Removal Business: A Candid Conversation with Roger Panitch
The Small Business Safari
05/09/23 • 78 min
We sat down with Roger Panitch, founder of a successful moving and junk removal company (College Hunks). Roger shares his journey from starting with just two employees to scaling the business to over 75 employees and 24 vehicles. Along the way, he opens up about the challenges he faced, like trusting his team to represent the business without him being present. Roger also discusses the complementary nature of the moving and junk removal services and how his company is committed to donating or recycling 70% of the items they handle. Tune in for an insightful conversation filled with valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and business owners alike! Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!
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Roger’s Links:
• LinkedIn | roger-panitch-132339229
• Website | https://www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com/
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GOLD NUGGETS:
(03:55) - Roger’s Bio
(10:19) - Franchising Funeral Homes?
(28:54) - Comparing Billion Dollar Business to Thousand Dollar Business
(41:32) - Breaking Down the Challenges of Scaling
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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!
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If you loved this episode try these!
• Lessons Learned from the Accidental Entrepreneur: A Business Lawyer's Journey | Mitch Beinhaker
• Back to Basics: Building a Successful Business with the Right People and Processes
• What it Takes to Build an Organization that Scales | Tara Riley
From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.
Learn How to Build an Airport for the Olympics with Andy McDowell
The Small Business Safari
03/29/22 • 53 min
and business...
Andy McDowell jumps into the safari with us! Andy is now an entrepreneur but goes way back into work with Boeing. While he was at Boeing for 22 years, he figured he was more a life coach than a boss. In 2002 he started the entrepreneurship journey in Airspace Design Consulting. Join in and listen to his experiences trying to coordinate air travel with China!
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Using Biology to Change Mindset Momentum | Don Markland
The Small Business Safari
07/25/23 • 58 min
Executive Coach Don from Accountability Now dropped in to talk mindset and sales to find growth and happiness. People feel CONFIDENCE and if you bring it to your company you can create a culture that people want to not only be part of... but want to THRIVE IN. Accountability is usually associated with negativity, but Don explains how it can become a rallying cry and a positive MOMENTUM STARTER to help people WIN. You will get his 2 rules and 4 C’s that will help your team begin to BELIEVE in themselves, your product or service. He ties BIOLOGY to effectiveness and how it can help people get out of a down cycle mentally and start to go up the POSITIVE MOUNTAIN OF SUCCESS! Check this out & always hold yourself accountable. Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!
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Don’s Links:
• Instagram | @executivecoach.don
• Website | https://www.accountabilitynow.net/
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GOLD NUGGETS:
(00:00) - Taking Breaks & Recharging in Business
(03:14) - The Importance of Embracing Failure
(08:51) - Confidence and Success in Call Centers
(13:18) - Building Momentum in Your Career
(23:06) - The Power of Momentum in Sales
(28:22) - The Power of Accountability
(36:21) - The Four C’s of Accountability
(49:41) - Customer Service Pet Peeves!
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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!
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If you loved this episode try these!
• How to Sell Your Time as a Scarce Resource | Mia Hannah
• More Balls than Brains can lead to Success with Rocco Sinisgalli
• Creating Multiple Streams of Income While Making Your Way to Hollywood | Amy Lyle
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Have any questions or comments? Connect with me here!
From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.
Finding a Profitable Niche | Todd Howard
The Small Business Safari
08/22/23 • 55 min
Achieving rapid profitability hinges on discovering a targeted niche that aligns with your capabilities, as it's often said that Niches bring the Riches! In pursuit of this objective, Todd crafted a comprehensive framework designed to guide you in not only identifying a lucrative niche within a marketplace but also in establishing dominance within it.His journey spans diverse domains, ranging from residential home construction to pioneering the realm of co-working space development. Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!
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Todd’s Links:
• LinkedIn | @todd-howard-ba82581
• Website | https://growanichebusiness.com/
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GOLD NUGGETS:
(11:27) - Unique Selling Propositions in Business
(23:57) - Men’s Groups and Find a Niche
(30:26) - Helping People Find Their Niche Faster
(38:38) - Building a Niche Business
(48:48) - Customer Service and DIY Nightmares
(53:41) - Improving Business Through Specialization
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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!
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If you loved this episode try these!
• How to Successfully Exit Multiple Businesses | Dominic Rubino
• How to Sell Your Time as a Scarce Resource | Mia Hannah
• From the Rats to Riches – The Tales of a Tin Man | Paul Burleson
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Have any questions or comments? Connect with me here!
From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Small Business Safari have?
The Small Business Safari currently has 219 episodes available.
What topics does The Small Business Safari cover?
The podcast is about Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Podcasts, Business and Customer Experience.
What is the most popular episode on The Small Business Safari?
The episode title 'The Thoughtful Author - C.T. Emerson talks about his Entrepreneurial Journey to Fiction Writing' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Small Business Safari?
The average episode length on The Small Business Safari is 47 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Small Business Safari released?
Episodes of The Small Business Safari are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Small Business Safari?
The first episode of The Small Business Safari was released on Aug 3, 2021.
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