This episode is all about the Ideal Customer Profile. What does it mean? How does one come up with an Ideal Customer Profile? How does it benefit a business? These and many more questions answered in this weeks episode. Got a questions for Josh? Let us hear them at [email protected]

In this episode we speak to our favorite Yelp expert Jessica Carlin as she discusses the intricacies of customizing your business message on Yelp. The do’s, the don’ts and everything in between.

Need some design tips and directions for your business but no idea where to begin? Keep listening as in this episode, we share precious tips on graphic design for non-designers. Gain insightful suggestions from Josh as he explains the fundamentals of design that every business owner should know.

In this episode, we talk about figuring out the right time to give your business a cosmetic makeover. From logo design to competition analysis, we talk about all crucial aspects that play a role in rebranding and redesigning your brand image.

In this episode talk to Andy Ryan – marketing and business expert who answers your most sought after questions on how to implement marketing strategies in your business. So keep listening and if you have any questions that you’d like our experts to answer, send them over to [email protected]

In this episode, we answer one of the most frequently asked questions about advertising on Yelp – How much does it really cost! As always, we have our Yelp expert Jessica Carlin on board, answering your most sought after queries in using Yelp to bring you business into the limelight of success.

Customer feedback is one of the most important gauges to measure performance for any business owner. Especially when it comes to negative feedback, the thoughts and experience of the customer can help you fix things before it’s too late. In this episode we talk about how you can use customer feedback to shape your business...

Halloween is one of the most long-awaited holidays of the year. We’re used to seeing peoples’ creativity around this time of year from the spooky decorations to the spooky costumes and makeup, people go all out when it comes to this spooky holiday. What comes to your mind, when you think of Halloween? Scary movies...

Since the dawn of film, and then later, television, kids have worked in the medium. The challenges of being a child actor, even in this day and age, cannot be underestimated. Not only do these kids have to work hard at everything kids normally have to do, including schoolwork and family obligations, but they also...

Being an entrepreneur, you have to wear a lot of hats and for being an ambitious entrepreneur, you need to have vagabond curiosity and intelligence. For that, you need to have information and knowledge that you can implement in your daily actions, practices and business activities. You need to follow top sources of information whether...

We’re breaking from our traditional episodes for these special interview segments with Yelp Partner Sales Director Jessica Carlin. We’ve received a lot of questions from our listeners all over the country regarding Yelp. Because of that, we decided to take some time and break down and answer these questions directly for you, our listeners. In...

In this episode we sit down for a chat with the dynamic duo – Serena & Andy Ryan and discuss the ins and outs of ‘The Confident Homeschooler’. Here, they share their passion for entrepreneurship as they talk about their collaboration and how they compliment each other as a couple and rely on each other’s...

Adding a blog to the website is always one of the most asked questions when it comes to small business owners. Is blogging still beneficial or it’s a dated marketing technique that is no longer effective? We will talk about what are the benefits and disadvantages of using a blog for your website and business....

Working from home has its benefits but it’s always very perplexing to separate your work from your personal life when you have your office at your home. Even when you are working from home, creating a dedicated workplace to which you can say goodbye and give time to yourself and your family is very crucial...

We’re breaking from our traditional episodes for these special interview segments with Yelp Partner Sales Director Jessica Carlin. We’ve received a lot of questions from our listeners all over the country regarding Yelp. Because of that, we decided to take some time and break down and answer these questions directly for you, our listeners. In...

Normally we talk about the advice we would give to clients from topics we are experts on, or have guests come on the show. But today I wanted to share something I have not mastered, nor can it completely be mastered, rather it’s something that I myself battle with daily. I want to share with...

We’re breaking from our traditional episodes for these special interview segments with Yelp Partner Sales Director Jessica Carlin. We’ve received a lot of questions from our listeners all over the country regarding Yelp. Because of that, we decided to take some time and break down and answer these questions directly for you, our listeners. In...

For someone just starting out, it is important to have a sense of what you want to achieve as a business owner or entrepreneur over the short term. If your needs are extremely simple, at least at the start, you probably do not need to start wondering how much you’re going to pay for professional...

It isn’t surprising that of all the fantasy sports possibilities available, fantasy football remains the most beloved of them all. Certainly, it is the most popular sport in the United States, with an astonishing 37% of Americans stating it is their favorite sport to watch. With an average attendance of 67, 000+, it is the...

One of the great things about toys is their ability to appeal to almost anyone of any age. Adults love to collect stuff they’ve loved since childhood. Obviously, kids love playing with action figures, interactive toys, strategy games, and everything else. Even with everything our smartphones and tablets can do to entertain us, toys still...

Even if you yourself don’t drink coffee, the odds are pretty good that virtually everyone around you does. In 2015 alone, we spent over 74 billion dollars on coffee here in the US alone. Imagine what the numbers are like for the industry on a global scale! We like our coffee, is all we’re saying....

Efrain Chacon built a new life for himself as a real estate agent. He previously had a very successful career in law enforcement until he asked his wife to give him 90 days to become a real estate agent. Find out how Efrain pulled that deadline off and more in his episode!

We’re breaking from our traditional episodes for these special interview segments with Yelp Partner Sales Director Jessica Carlin. We’ve received a lot of questions from our listeners all over the country regarding Yelp. Because of that, we decided to take some time and break down and answer these questions directly for you, our listeners. In...

We’re breaking from our traditional episodes for these special interview segments with Yelp Partner Sales Director Jessica Carlin. We’ve received a lot of questions from our listeners all over the country regarding Yelp. Because of that, we decided to take some time and break down and answer these questions directly for you, our listeners. In...

Asking about qualifications is one of the most important things any business owner or entrepreneur can do, when it comes to finding the best possible web designer for their needs. This can include their degrees, work history, years and forms of experience, and more. Ask to check out their portfolio! In this day and age,...

We’re breaking from our traditional episodes for these special interview segments with Yelp Partner Sales Director Jessica Carlin. We’ve received a lot of questions from our listeners all over the country regarding Yelp. Because of that, we decided to take some time and break down and answer these questions directly for you, our listeners. Drawing...

There is a marked difference between paying attention to your competitors, especially when it comes to how they market themselves, and focusing more on what they are doing, than what your customers might want/enjoy. Competitor obsession can distract you from more important things. Paying attention to businesses similar to yours can be good for inspiration,...

Over 66, 000 businesses in the United States offer car detailing services. What’s really interesting about that is the fact that the larger car wash chains only represent around 20% of this industry, which continues to grow every year. This means that for the motivated individual, someone who wants to start a potentially lucrative business...

If you take a look around the endless arena of business, and how we communicate with clients, coworkers, and others, you would probably say you wish things would be a little more straightforward. Communication is one of the biggest areas we try to improve within the larger subject of productivity. It is estimated that 75%...

Entrepreneurs come from every imaginable background. However, there are some things all of us have in common: The fear of taking that first step. For those who want to write a book and start a podcast in support of that book, the task of simply getting started can strike you as a daunting one. How...

Craft breweries of all shapes and sizes represent a very large market these days. Craft beer as an industry generated more than 29.3-billion dollars in 2019 alone. You can find beers, meads, wines, and a variety of spirits, crafted by entrepreneurs from every imaginable background. You can find products and beverages to suit your taste, your interest in the process by which the drink is made, or even just your desire for a good story. Supporting small craft breweries is a fantastic way to support small businesses. It also gives you an excuse to try something new. Have you ever tried mead before, an alcoholic beverage made from honey and water using fermentation? Have you always wanted to? Maybe, you’re already a fan, and you’ve been looking for something distinctive and exciting to try. If you answered yes to any of those questions, and you want to support an amazing small business at the same time, you’re going to want to stay tuned for my conversation with Four Brothers Mead!

In 2018 alone, the global sports market hit a value of approximately $471 billion dollars. We like sports. We like sports so much, millions of people around the world create and manage their own teams and leagues. This would be the fast-paced world of fantasy sports, which is only getting more elaborate as digital technology continues to evolve. Simply put, if you want to get into fantasy sports, you’re not going to be lacking in options. While games like football remain the most popular for fantasy sports, you can find leagues and players for any sport you can imagine. It has unquestionably become an industry unto itself. However, because fantasy sports represent such a massive entity, newcomers can feel a little overwhelmed getting off to a good start. If you consider yourself to be one of those people, you’re going to get a lot out of today’s episode!

If you love everything about responsible firearm ownership and the 2nd Amendment, it seems likely that you’re always on the lookout for new vendors to support. You want a business that not only meets your firearm purchasing needs, including customizations, but will also include you in a community that is built around advancing firearms knowledge in the most useful and practical fashion possible. While there is no shortage of gun and ammo shops, online or elsewhere, this is one area of interest where you want to be sure you’re trusting what you need to responsible, passionate, and knowledge firearm experts. These are some of the oldest and most powerful tools human beings have ever created. It just makes sense to want to get them from a business that truly understands what you are holding in your hands. If you’re looking for gun customization experts who truly know what they’re doing, then you’re definitely going to want to stick around for today’s interview!

We all know outsourcing works. However, we also know that sometimes, finding the perfect employee for a specific need for your business is easier said than done. There are tons of places to find freelancers, but this can lead to a kind of trial-and-error process. You may have to waste time, and even money, to find the people you’re looking for. Staffing and recruiting agencies are out there to help streamline the process. For many entrepreneurs, this is the solution they’ve been looking for. In 2019 alone, U.S. sales for the staffing and recruiting sector hit 161-billion dollars. Again, if you’re having outsourcing woes, a staffing agency/recruiting center can help. Yet for some business owners, the struggle to find a truly unique staffing solution is still real. Is there a human element missing to this industry? Do you think that’s what you’ve been missing in your own recruitment goals! Our guest today might be able to help!

Entrepreneurs can come from anywhere. Visionary individuals whose ideas and passion could potentially change the world. However, it’s one thing to have those ideas. It is something else altogether to know how to connect to the world with those ideas. Where can a young entrepreneur or inventor go? Where can they find the mentorship that...

Disclaimer: Advisory Services are offered through Inspire Advisors LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser with the SEC. Ignite Your Business Radio Show and Inspire Advisors are not affiliated. Biblically Responsible Investing is the practice of making investments that are as based in careful market research as they are in the Christian values of the investor. It is the goal of anyone working in this area to glorify God through an investment process that also reflects the financial needs and goals of the individual. While doing research on this subject, I discovered there are well our 2,000 verses in the bible alone that talk about the subject of money. Everything from putting your hope in wealth, giving, greed, and even debt. Many don’t realize that giving back to the community takes resources. These resources require others that have the means, big or small, to give to the cause. What can you do, if you want to invest wisely and safely through Biblically Responsible investing? Jay Richardson brings more than three decades of financial understanding to individuals, groups, and companies across the entire spectrum of Christianity. I think it’s safe to say that when it comes to the notion that wealth is more than financial assets or investments, few understand this more clearly than Jay.

Boots to Business is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the Small Business Administration. The purpose of such programs is to bring the principles of running a business to active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses. Nearly 1 in 10 ten small businesses in the United States are owned by veterans. That's just one of the reasons why those who assist them, such as our guests today, are so vital on so many levels. For America to have a thriving culture of small business, we must invest in our veterans, and we are so fortunate that today's guests are doing that work. The Ignite Your Business Radio Show is proud to introduce VetBiz’s President and Chief Fear Conqueror Darcella Craven. Joining her as well is Mitchell Fitzpatrick, who joined Darcella’s organization just a few months ago, but who has established himself as one of the many crucial elements within this organization.

Even in the 21st century, many businesses would tell you that if they could dramatically improve or transform one aspect of their business, it would be their Human Resources department. Despite the advent of technology, and how it has streamlined business as we know it, for many of us, our HR needs are still struggling...

Even if you yourself don’t drink coffee, the odds are pretty good that virtually everyone around you does. In 2015 alone, we spent over 74 billion dollars on coffee here in the US alone. Imagine what the numbers are like for the industry on a global scale! We like our coffee, is all we’re saying....

For an event business empire that began unexpectedly, Amaris Taylor has built a strong, creative business: Simply Chic Soirées. Even in the face of COVID-19, Amaris continues to promote her passion and calling in life, while working with a wide array of clients to make their dreams come true for a special event they will...

There are wonderwomen and then there are genuine powerhouses like Tamika Jackson. If you’re looking to hear about a woman who has thrown everything she has into creating her own empire within a male-dominated field, this is the episode for you. Ladies and gentlemen, meet Tamika Jackson of CrO Biosciences.

By the summer of 2019, Disney’s run of movies based on Marvel Comics characters had made over 22 billion in ticket sales. This translates to a lot of people who love to buy things like geek-themed apparel. The average geek is spending over $100 a year on apparel specific to their interests. Some are spending...

We get asked all the time from client about whether they should be asking for yelp reviews. The short answer to this burning question is… NO! And here’s why.

Megan Merid has always kept it REAL be it in business or her personal advocacies. Having co-founded REALHER Makeup and igniting their business towards success, Megan continues to empower all types of women with their brand of beauty that’s anchored on one’s authenticity. Tune in to her episode to learn about her entrepreneurial secrets!

There is something about enjoying homemade baked goods with friends and loved ones that seems to relax the soul. This is not a new feeling. Dating back thousands of years to Egypt, to Ancient Rome, and to the colonies of early America, one consistency remains: People like to come together for a beverage, some baked...

Chase Norlin has been building startup companies for 20 years, including the first video sharing platform on the internet, which came many years before YouTube. Today, he is CEO of Transmosis, a nationally recognized Cyber Security Workforce Developer and creator of CyberOps, military-grade cybersecurity protection for small businesses. Tune in to this episode to learn...

After serving 8 years in the Marine Corps, Matt Sapaula decided to get his license in insurance and began his success story. Now 22 years in the industry, Matt has been able to guide and help a lot of people become #MoneySmart with PHP Agency and the #7LeagueSquad. Tune in to his episode to learn...

As challenging as the pandemic has been for everyone, on the positive side of this entire roller coaster ride of a time, we’ve seen many companies rise up and take on the challenge of protecting and safeguarding citizens across the US and even globally from the deadly virus. Modern-day companies and CEO’s, like Legrand Lindor...

Mark Ormrod started to serve in the Royal Marines at 18 until the Christmas Eve of 2007 when he became UK’s first triple amputee to survive since the First World War. Turning this tragedy around, Mark has realized that there are still #NoLimits to what he can achieve in life. He has since shared his...

Kent Lai shares the most important thing you can do with your accountant, trust them. Accountants know where to find the problem and how to help you when it comes to tax preparation. Listen to his episode to find out more tips and tricks about finding the right accountant for you!

Inspired by her personal journey to improve her health, Kerrie Chaney established Honey Fit. Today, they are one of the most popular athleisure retailers in the world. Refusing to put limitations on where and when you can wear their athleisure apparel, their clothing reflects the belief that when you look good, you feel good. Their...

We’ve all heard plenty of business pitches about customer-oriented models. It seems like these days, everyone is about customer service, but who is actually offering it? Today’s guest sets the standard for what is possible for your business when one truly puts pleasing the client above all else. After a career in the United States...

Darla Kim has always been an advocate for equal access and opportunity. Bringing in her passion into the business world, she built Deaf Ability Resource. Now at 6 years in the employment industry and at a 65% placement rate, Deaf Ability Resource Inc. has grown towards success through Darla Kim’s leadership. Tune in to her...

Being a photographer, entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, social media connoisseur, veteran, wife, and mother, this episode’s guest is truly a modern-day Wonder Woman! After serving in the military where she met her husband, Neshaszda Wright pursued her passion for photography after deciding to get her honorable discharge to focus on motherhood. Being in the professional photography...

Larry Broughton shares everything from his time as a former US Army Green Beret to how he became a critically-acclaimed author to creating his boutique hospitality business, Broughton Hotels. It sounds wonderful, but there was a time when it wasn't. Larry pulled himself up from rock bottom by getting a "Ph.D. in Me." Find out how Larry uses intentionality to succeed every day and much more about his story by listening to his episode!

Having found his passion for photography during his last stint in the Marine Corps, Aidan Demolli decided to build his own production company right after his years in service. Initially focusing on photography and videography, his company has now grown to also offer social media management, web design, and branding. Tune in to his episode...

The owners of the Farmhouse Siloam, Kelleigh Marin, and Dee are truly an iconic duo. This mother-daughter pair does everything at their wedding venue from FaceTiming clients to providing an extensive list of vendors to ensuring the perfect wedding day. Listen to their episode to find out how they started their business, marketing strategies for a wedding venue, and some unexpected events that could happen when worlds collide!

Aaron Hale learned discipline by serving in both the Army and the Navy. When his unit came across an unknown IED, it changed his life forever by taking away his sight and hearing. He found motivation again cooking Fudge and created EOD Confections. Listen to his episode to learn more about Aaron’s journey!  

Creations with HART by Max and Marilyn Hartman is a veteran-owned, family-operated woodworking business. They specialize in making flags for veterans but can also make your custom dreams come true! Listen to their episode to learn about their entrepreneurial journey!

We don't exactly think of veterans and jewelry as things that get categorized together, but that's the brilliance of MetalUrgency. In this episode, we talk through the creation of a brand from the ground up and the power of truly honing an understanding of a niche market.

These days many marriages sadly end in divorce. Very few businesses last beyond the first five years. With all of the “wood stacked against them” Tricia and Zach from TFT Woodworking have been able to beat the odds with deep family roots that fostered lasting partnerships in both marriage and business.

Dr. Tara Rasta owns her own private practice as a hoslistc doctor. She is the most "hip" chiropractor that we know! Tune in to this episode to learn about network spinal analysis, in which Dr. Rasta can realign an entire back using the slightest movements!

Brian Banks, from Fort Worth, Texas, talked to us about his business and how to grow his follower base not once, not twice but FOUR times. He has been successful this endeavor every single time. Brian visits mom-and-pop shops and gives honest reviews of their food. Listen to his episode to find out how he developed his business, the Fort Worth Fatso!

The early caveman realized when you hunt a wholly Mammoth, you're going to need help dragging it back to the caves. Fast forward to modern-day, not a lot has changed, except businesses seeming to forget the Human Element when it comes to staffing their businesses with high-quality humans!

Have you ever noticed a successful business and wondered, “Man, why didn’t I think of that?” Entrepreneurs like Natalie Blanco have a finely tuned business sense that allows them to leverage the strength of other businesses to create flawless models themselves. Learn more by listening to her episode!

Now, more than ever, it is critical that our websites be accessible to all users. Listen to this episode to learn more about adapting your website to ensure that all users can appropriately interact with your site content, and subsequently, your business. 

Amazon has become a prominent avenue of convenience for shopaholics out there--especially now with new restrictions and risks on visiting brick and mortar retail establishments! But did you know that Amazon can also be a personal business opportunity? Check out this episode to learn more about reselling with Amazon from our guests Jake & Lucy Snyder!

Tune in to this episode, as Dr. Kristin Bachman discusses the impact of coronavirus on the psyche of the American family. Hear tips for keeping spirits high and stress low during this unconventional time!

Are you the type of parent who found yourself in the wine aisle of Target, bemoaning your sudden role as a homeschooler? We’ll be the first ones to tell you: you weren’t alone! In this episode, Bob Sladek explains the reason why the private school he operates is seeing record-breaking student enrollment during COVID.

We’ve all survived getting our kids ready for school in the morning. Barely. From dragging brushes through knotted hair to hustling out the door with backpacks half-zipped, nothing hits harder than getting to the drive-through line and realizing you forgot your kids’ lunch. Have no fear; The Lunch MOB is here to save the day!