Sbcn Small Biz Podcast

We welcome back a familiar voice: Kayla Droog is today’s guest on the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. She joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss how she helps her clients with developing and putting systems in place to effectively manage their business. The conversation also covers the importance of focusing on priorities.

A rare opportunity with both SBCN Co-Founders! Linda is joined by Dave Ockwell-Jenner to discuss social media security, and some of the common ways attackers target your social media accounts; but most importantly: what you can do about it. 

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Sean Lyn - of By Sean Lyn a professional photographer specializing in helping you with the perfect headshot. Whether you’re a smaller business, a large company, or even an individual, everyone can benefit from a professional headshot. Sean shares some of his tips for getting a better headshot and enjoying the process. 

Today’s guest is one of the newest members of the Small Business Community Network (SBCN): Frank Le of Kitchener Hypnosis. Frank speaks with SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner about his fascinating line of work and some of the misconceptions around hypnosis. 

Today’s guest is Michelle Martin - a transformation and team coach, and member of the SBCN. She joins our co-founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to talk about her transition from corporate director to small business owner. Don’t miss this fascinating discussion!

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Lisa Medeiros - a professional photographer who discusses how she has pivoted between different types of photography since her business started. Lisa also talks about the value of a strong brand and what the Lisa Medeiros brand is all about.

Linda welcomes back Kayla Droog, CEO of Kayla Droog Consulting to talk about her tremendous growth and how it impacted her company, as well as her views on how to ensure you offer the right services.

We welcome Bill Judge to the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. Bill is a Wedding Officiant, and joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss how he changed from a career in hospitiality to helping make people's dreams come true. 

In today’s episode we’re joined by Lisa Bragg, Founder and CEO of MediaFace. Lisa and SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner open the conversation talking about the title of Lisa’s book: Bragging Rights - all about talking about your successes with pride.

Linda is joined by Jeremy Travers of JT Productions, focusing primarily on video production for weddings, product advertisements and more. Always being at home with a camera, Jeremy shares his perspectives on story telling through this visual medium. 

Bill Waters is back to join Linda Ockwell-Jenner to discuss his current venture: Xtreme Eco an innovative new product that changes the way many household products are consumed. In this second part, Bill and Linda cover the road to launching this new product and the lessons learned along the way. 

SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by serial entrepreneur Bill Waters. Having been involved with many different businesses, Bill has some terrific views on what it takes to be a success, with refreshing honesty. Find out how Bill's current venture includes a former NHL hockey player. We also learn about the value of networking between communities. 

We’re delighted to welcome the new sponsor of the SBCN Small Biz Podcast: Brad Poulos. As an expert on running a fully operational small business (he literally wrote the book on it) there’s no better person to feature on the podcast.

Realtor Ashley Close returns to talk about Real Estate Misconceptions with SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner. When is the right time to sell you home, or to make that purchase of your dream home? How do you find the right mortgage product for you?

In today's episode, Linda is joined by Glenn Poulos, Co-Founder, VP & GM of Gap Wireless Inc. a leading distributor of products and services for the mobile broadband and wireless markets. Listen to hear Glenn's perspectives on the importance of meeting customers face-to-face.  Award Winning Author of Never Sit in the Lobby 

Linda is joined today by Pathway’s Peter Piluk - an Ontario based company providing bookkeeping, accounting and other services. Many people don’t have a great understanding of their business numbers, which means they might be missing some key opportunities. 

Small business isn’t all “fun and making lots of money” - it’s hard work. Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by one of the hardest working ‘First Lady of Networking’ to talk about being unique. As we mature should we embrace our uniqueness?

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Brad Poulos - a lecturer at the Ted Rogers School of Management Entrepreneurship at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU). From being a technical trainer, to CEO of a public company and everything in between, Brad has a fascinating and passionate approach to business.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Theresa Ullyot, a Waterloo-based Automotive Sales Specialist with Canada Cars. As a small business owner herself, Theresa has turned her experiences to help other business owners find their idea vehicles. There’s even a special deal for SBCN members!

We have a returning guest! Ashley Close once again sits down for a chat with Linda Ockwell-Jenner for a conversation about cold calling - something that makes many of us shudder. As a realtor, Ashley shares her experiences and tips for reaching out ‘cold’.