About this podcast
New episodes every Tuesday discussing the challenges, adventures and fun of being a small business owner. Each week we'll delve into various small business topics, from real-world DEI considerations to selling your business, using video to market your business, unique benefit offerings for your employees and so much more. Curated by the crew at Paper Trails.
Episodes
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- Our Podcast's Next Chapter · 2 min · Season 1 Episode 42We’ve enjoyed an amazing journey with our guests, sharing tales of entrepreneurship and the heart that beats within America's small businesses. However, just like any small…
- Unlocking the Power of CRM Systems for Small Businesses · 27 min · Season 1 Episode 41Unlock the secrets of effective customer relationship management with insights from Jason Atwood of Arkus. You'll discover how CRMs have transformed from simple databases into…
- How to Scale a Small Business · 52 min · Season 1 Episode 40Learn how to scale a small business with insights from our guest, Jason Atwood of Arkus. Jason shares his journey from a three-person startup to a flourishing company with over…
- A Beginner's Guide to AI for Small Business · 20 min · Season 1 Episode 39Can AI tools really transform your small business into a powerhouse of efficiency and innovation? Join us as we talk with our Marketing Director, Jon Portanova, and learn how AI…
- What is an ICHRA? · 26 min · Season 1 Episode 38Unlock the power of Individual Contribution Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICRA) and revolutionize your approach to employee benefits! Join us as Ashley McQuade from Venture…
- Building a Valuable and Sellable Business · 33 min · Season 1 Episode 37Let's talk about building a business that not only thrives but is also primed for a successful sale. We promise you'll gain invaluable insights from our conversation with Denver…
- Crafting Effective PTO Policies · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 36Learn how to craft effective Paid Time Off (PTO) policies with HR consultant Dawn Powell as our guide. Why settle for a generic approach when you can tailor your PTO policy to…
- I've Retired, Now What? · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 35As you prepare for the next chapter of life, what hurdles await you? Join us and special guest Josh Chase from BGA Financial as we unravel the often-overlooked transition into…
- The Role of Local Media in Supporting Small Businesses · 33 min · Season 1 Episode 34This week, we sit down with Andrea Tetzlaff, the publisher at MaineBiz, who guides us through the publication's journey from a modest monthly issue in 1994 to a vital resource…
- Creating a Mission Statement, Vision Statement & Core Values for Your Small Business · 38 min · Season 1 Episode 33Unlock the secrets of strategic planning and elevate your small business with insights from Amanda Majewski, Vice President of HCM Services at Higher Level. This episode of Small…
- Public Relations Strategies · 17 min · Season 1 Episode 32Unlock the secrets of powerful public relations for small businesses with our special guest, Laura Dolce, the director of the Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel Chamber of…
- Legal Landmines and Compliance Essentials · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 31Navigate legal challenges that small businesses face daily with insights from our special guest, attorney Pat Brady of Bergen and Parkinson. Learn how corporate housekeeping and…
- Using Educational Content to Grow Your Social Following · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 30Unlock the secrets to growing your social following with digital marketing expert Matt Diamante from HeyTony Agency! Matt takes us on his journey from a referral-based business…
- Networking Strategies for Small Business Growth · 22 min · Season 1 Episode 29Can networking truly transform your small business? Join us on Small Business Big World as we sit down with Ashley Winslow from Bangor Savings, who brings her wealth of…
- The Remarkability Formula · 29 min · Season 1 Episode 28Unlock the secrets to standing out in today's crowded digital marketplace with insights from Rich Brooks of Flyte New Media. Rich introduces us to his "Remarkability Formula," a…
- SEO Strategies for Small Businesses · 28 min · Season 1 Episode 27Unlock the secrets to online success with our latest episode of Small Business Big World, where we break down the essentials of search engine optimization (SEO) with our very own…
- Security Strategies for Protecting Your Small Business · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 26Are you ready to unlock the secrets to safeguarding your small business? Join us as we sit down with Detective Steve Borst from the Kennebunk Police Department, who shares his…
- Rising Health Insurance Costs for Small Businesses · 22 min · Season 1 Episode 25Why are small businesses in Maine facing skyrocketing health insurance premiums, and what can they do about it? Join us as we dive into this urgent issue with Connor Kennedy from…
- HR 101 Essentials for Small Businesses · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 24Unlock the secrets of effective HR management for your small business with our HR consultant Dawn Pahel on "Small Business Big World". Dawn and I dissect these nuances of…
- Big Insurance Mistakes Small Business Owners Make · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 23Commercial insurance isn't just about ticking boxes; it's about safeguarding your business's future. This week on "Small Business, Big World," we sit down with Derek Stevenson…
