Lets Get Radical

What's it like to run your own human resources consulting firm? What are the first steps to launch? How do you decide what services to offer? We talk with Rachel Anevski, CEO and President at Matters of Management. The New Jersey-based company provides executive talent search services, human resources consulting, executive coaching and growth strategies to the professional services world. We'll talk with Rachel about her brand, her growth, and hiring trends for 2017.

How do you transition from being a high-level executive for global tech companies to launching your own business? How do you create transformation for your customers as a consultant? We talk with Brad Smith, founder and president of Vector Business Navigation, a customer experience/customer success transformation consulting provider. We talk to Brad about his move to entrepreneurship, the power of referrals and what small businesses should do to start marketing on zero budget. Join us!

Founder and CEO Coss Marte lost 70lbs in 6 months using his own body weight in his 9x6 prison cell. Coss personally oversaw a million-dollar cocaine-and-marijuana empire in New York City before getting busted. Once locked up, however, he not only rethought his life—he conceived an entirely new and original way of getting fit. As a result, he started ConBody, a prison-style bootcamp that employs incarcerated individuals as trainers. His studio is located in New York City, but the workouts are also available on demand. Join us as we learn more about Coss’ story and how he built his business from the ground up.

How do you grow a non-profit organization while still maintaining your mission? With the holiday season approaching, we talk with Rod Brooks, CEO and president of Stop Hunger Now, an international hunger relief organization committed to ending hunger. Through donor engagement, cash contributions have grown from 800,000 in 2006 to more than 18 million in 2015. Join us as we talk with Rod about how the organization's meal packaging program has grown by an average of more than 50 percent per year, operating throughout the U.S. and through affiliates in developing countries. We'll talk about what it takes to lead a successful non-profit and how to grow your donor base.

It's not just customer service anymore. It's all about creating a customer experience. Join us as we talk with Kasey Bayne, head of Customer Communications at Olark Live Chat, about why chat boxes on your website work, how to choose the right social media tools for your company, and what's coming next for digital marketing in 2017.

Meet Wesley Bright. You may recognize him from his appearance on LeBron James’ new reality show, Cleveland Hustles. Grounded in community building and social responsibility, Bright is the founder of Akron Honey Company, which makes raw urban honey and now, innovative skin care products. In this episode, we talk with Wesley about his experience on Cleveland Hustles -he ended up turning down an investment from the show-, how that impacted his business, and what is next for the company.

Ah, millennials. Just the word alone can conjure up fear in the hearts of employers everywhere. In this next episode of Let's Get Radical, we break through this fear and talk with Adam 'Smiley' Poswolsky a millennial workplace expert and author of the new book, 'The Quarter-Life Breakthrough: Invent Your Own Path, Find Meaningful Work, and Build a Life That Matters.' We'll talk with Smiley about his story, what compelled him to write the book, and his tips on how to move your life forward with meaning -no matter your generation-.We'll also talk about how employers and business owners can create a work environment that is conducive to keeping millennials happy and engaged. Join us!

If you're a creative entrepreneur how do you create value pricing for your business? How does content play a role in building a brand? How do you build a strong working relationship over the years? Jody and Liz open up and share their experience of working together while gearing up for what's next for 2017.

So you want to start a business? Awesome. Where do you start? In this episode, we talk with Nellie Akalp, CEO and founder of CorpNet.com, a company that helps entrepreneurs start and structure their business along with helping them make sure they stay in compliance. We’ll talk to Nellie about how she got started on her entrepreneurial path, the best way to structure a company, and the importance of trademarking.

You know what September means ... back to school! Tune into this very special edition of 'Let's Get Radical' when we talk with senior business students live from Saint Mary's College -Jody's alma mater- to find out what they are learning, what inspires them, and how they see technology changing entrepreneurship.

Ideas in motion. That's the philosophy behind Undefined Creative, a New York-based boutique motion graphics agency working with household names like NHL, NBC Universal, The Maury Show, Better Homes and Gardens and United Nations. In this week's episode, we talk with creative director Maria Rapetskaya about how she built her business -she met her partner in a graphic design class during her freshman year of high school-, how she's landed big name clients and her new consulting endeavor for creatives: Define Your Path. Join us!

What are some of the top challenges for small and midsized businesses? And how do you go about tackling them? Join us in this episode when we talk with Jay Krishnan, Automile's Vice President of Marketing. Jay will give us the scoop on how businesses can grow their client base -and business-, how the Internet of Things is empowering companies and how cloud-based solutions are a game-changer. We'll also talk about how tracking your vehicles can give you new insight into your business.

Owning and operating a restaurant can be one of the toughest businesses out there. Join us for this episode of Let's Get Radical when we talk with celebrity chef Jordan Andino! Jordan has appeared on Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay, Bravo, E! and Food Network. He's the Executive Chef and owner of Invite Only, an American tapas supper club and 2nd City, a fast casual Filipino Taqueria, both in New York City. We'll hear about his early start -at age 9- in culinary arts, what makes a successful restaurant and the business of food.

Saul Colt is the smartest man in the world. We're serious. He is known as North America's best Word of Mouth marketer and we've got him on Let's Get Radical. From startups to big brands, he's done it all. Join us as we pick Saul's brain about how to network, drum up visibility for your brand, and how he got started.

What’s it take to run talent management company for the world’s most unique DJs, musicians, performers, and producers? In this episode, we’re going to find out. We talk to Kunjan Patel, the founder of Connecticut-based Kunjan Collective about what his company does, the trends in industry talent and what you need to know if you want to hire entertainment for your next event. Join us for the next episode of Let’s Get Radical!

In this second episode of this two-part series, we're back interviewing entrepreneurs and solopreneurs about what's happening at Sage Summit 2016 and in their world of business. Join us as we talk to a student of entrepreneurship, a DJ, a Sage marketing executive, an accounting technology expert and yes, a magician. Join us, you won't want to miss this one!

In this two-part series, we cover what's happening at Sage Summit 2016 in Chicago. We talk to entrepreneurs and Sage executives about branding, networking, and tools for small businesses and solopreneurs. Join us for our fun and unfiltered take on this 15,000 attendee conference.

How does innovation happen? What are the necessary ingredients and how do you bring it to more traditional spaces? Join us as we talk with Michael English, Conference Director (Innovate Your Cool Conference 2016) at The Art of Cool Project, about how he's creating innovation spaces on campuses of historically Black colleges and universities. We'll also talk about the opportunities that exist for people of color in the tech space.

Let's face it, sales tax can be a headache. But, you know, it really doesn't have to be. Join us as we talk with Shane Ratigan of Avalara and learn about the big picture regarding sales tax compliance in 2017. We'll discuss how the pressure from the states, US Congress and the Supreme Court might upset your sales tax applecart. Don't miss it!

How honest are you with your employees? Feel like you could use a boost of courage when it comes to running your business? You don't have to go it alone. In this week's episode, we talk with Mindy Mackenzie, the author of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book, The Courage Solution: The Power of Truth Telling with Your Boss, Peers, and Team and founder of MM Enterprises, Inc. about how to get to the heart of the matter in the workplace to improve your business and your life.