Sbcn Small Biz Podcast

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by April Lupi to explore a fascinating topic: Somatic Coaching. We’ve all heard of coaching before, but April integrates somatic experiencing as part of her approach. If you’ve never heard of somatic coaching, then this episode is for you.Find out more about April at https://lavenderlaneptw.ca/meet-april/

In today’s episode of the SBCN Small Biz Podcast, SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner chats with Niharika Sinha Chopra from Staebler Insurance. Having lived in India, Africa, the UK, Niharika has called Canada home for the past 20 years.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Adam Mawer, Director of Workhaus KW - a Canadian co-working space. Adam started with the organization as a member, before taking a role at Workhaus itself. Workhaus is the title sponsor for the SBCN and home to our monthly networking events in Waterloo Region.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner, SBCN Co-Founder is joined by Brenda Schrader-Sanders of Jumpstart Your Success (www.jumpstartyoursuccess.ca). Brenda previously enjoyed a distinguished career in real estate and now through Jumpstart uses hypnosis to support her clients find greater success through her coaching programs. Brenda de-mystifies her approach and the types of outcomes that she’s seen her clients achieve.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Robert Dice, Insurance Made Simple. Rob has always liked helping people and now works with his clients to solve their insurance problems across families, self-employed, and corporations.

Tom Fournier, CEO of Markets Connection joins SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner to talk about a novel money raising approach for his latest business venture, a multi-vendor marketplace called Markets Connection (https://marketsconnection.com/). Tom and his business partner are pursuing an equity crowdfunding model - something that is relatively new to Canada - selling shares in the company to small investors.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner’s guest on the SBCN Small Biz Podcast today is… Linda! Linda MacLeod from AMJ Campbell joins our SBCN Co-Founder to talk about the company’s role in helping people move things across the street, across town, across the country or across the world.

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is back with a new episode of the SBCN Small Biz Podcast. Today we welcome back a long time member of the SBCN, who has recently taken a new role in the cybersecurity space. Theresa Ullyot talks about the importance of cyber insurance, and working beside their clients. 

Today’s guest is Brodie Mei, a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) with expertise in the B2B Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) space. He chats with SBCN Co-Founder Linda Ockwell-Jenner about the role of a Fractional CMO and the types of businesses that can benefit from this type of expertise.Find out how to connect with Brodie here: https://www.sbcncanada.org/whois/5527 

Linda talks with David Dinh about the work his company does in visual communication, helping businesses get their message out in a consistent way.

Linda and Dave wish all our members, supporters and sponsors a very Happy New Year! 

Linda Ockwell-Jenner is joined by Executive Coach Amy Ballantyne to talk about the importance of quality communication at work and at home. Amy covers concepts such as clear expectations, boundaries, appreciation and relationships.

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.