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Our Publisher, Karl Woolfenden, spoke to the Director, Liz Fraumann and Director of Academic Relations, Donna Woods of SynED.About SynED and Cyber-GuildSynED is a non-profit organization that acts as a catalyst to help you help others to improve their lives through education and knowledge and skill acquisition, giving them rich career opportunities. Our team will help you explore the many possibilities and potential solutions available to achieve your desired outcomes. We will also help your program stay focused on helping those you serve while aligning with institutional and grant requirements.We seek to facilitate collaboration and communication to find common ground in an increasingly complex and diverse educational ecosystem.Our network of professionals provides services to leverage existing resources and initiatives. SynED identifies the people, processes and technology needed to achieve your goals and maximize your returns. Our experts offer the industry-specific knowledge and experience to craft effect

Karl spoke to Ben Keller, Partner at Lathrop GPM in his continuing conversation around business succession and transition .   It is obvious that a lot of planning needs to be done , and having a team around you from  experts makes the process so much easier.

Karl spoke to our friends at Lathrop GPM and Buckingham Wealth Advisors, and they talked about the important topic of Business Succession and answered some of the questions that we have received from our readers, viewers and listeners.They covered:Estate PlanningWhat is the Succession ProcessWhat Are the things you should be thinking aboutHow to get a Transition Team togetherAre You Ready to TransitionWhat are the steps that make transitioning stress free  If you have specific questions you can reach out to the experts at Lathrop GPM and Buckingham Wealth Advisors.

Karl talks to the author of Well Aware, George Finney, and they talk about the book and how it is everyone's responsibility to keep our Cyber life secure.  The book covers how to master the nine Cybersecurity habits to protect your future.Get the Book:https://www.amazon.com/Well-Aware-Master-Cybersecurity-Protect/dp/1626347352/ref=asc_df_1626347352/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=459680637280&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8253881093404284527&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9026832&hvtargid=pla-945793298835&psc=1

It's never too late to start planning for situations in your business.  One of those situations is Bankruptcy, specifically Chapter 11.  Karl sat down with Brian Holland, Partner at Lathrop GPM and they talked about what the stages are and what should a business start planning for.  Nobody plans to go bankrupt, but if the situation arises it's best to have a plan in place.

Businesses and organizations of all sizes collect, store, and share personal information about individuals with whom they interact, and that data ranks among a company’s most important assets.While new technologies and easy access to information allows for greater innovation and enhanced delivery of products and services, that is accompanied by an ever-increasing potential for liability, and the protection of data maintained on consumers and employees requires a broad range of legal compliance activities. It is important to prioritize and protect sensitive, confidential and proprietary information. If a breach or data loss occurs, it immediately places a company’s reputation and bottom line at risk. Lathrop GPM’s Global Privacy, Cybersecurity & Data Protection group has a tradition of excellence in this evolving area of the law, and routinely guides clients through the high-paced investigation, notification and response involved in a data breach or loss. Thier team brings special experience in laws and re

I spoke to Jelena Mijajlovic the founder of MYVA360 on my show Link’d AM and we spoke about her company that provides virtual assistants for busy executives and entrepreneurs. At MYVA360, they are passionate about helping you focus on running your business and your life without the burden of time-consuming busywork. Their virtual assistants love working remotely. They work hard on developing the skills that are in-demand in today’s digital world.Jelena talked about how she believes in cultivating great relationships with their clients. They have so much confidence in their services that they will give you not only a free trial of their services, but also a money-back, no-questions-asked guarantee.

Here is the link to the original article and a link to the book... it's a must read if you want to understand how AI can help your business. https://businessclassnews.com/books/delivering-on-the-promise-of-artificial-intelligence/Watch the Interview : https://youtu.be/Ci4dYypAMC8

This week I spoke to a very special guest, Bruce Mau the Author of a new book called MC24, which relates to Massive Change, and the 24 Principles of Design that Bruce has developed over the past 20+ years.The book, tackles the issues of how to implement these principles in a new way of looking at addressing problems, not only for seasoned designers but it is an essential reference content for entrepreneurs, and business leaders that want to understand the importance of looking to change in this new normal environment.In the interview, Bruce touches on how change can impact the environment, and if designed in the right way gives us the opportunity to help us towards a sustainable planet.I love what Bruce was saying about how we, as human’s, have to take responsibility in taking charge of designing solutions that delivers “Normal”, and planning the way we move forward, instead of waiting for Change to dictate the “New Normal”.If we are not in control, “change” can be an extremely dangerous position for Humanity

Karl spoke to the CCO of IncFile about the importance of protecting your business by creating a legal entity.  If you are thinking of about starting your own business, or taking your existing business to the next level it is worth talking to experts like IncFile so that you make the right choices.IncFile has a range of services that can ensure your company is in the right place, and is protected in the various states that you incorporate.Incorporating can seem complicated, but IncFile does all the heavy lifting for you while you focus on delivering your products and services to your customers.

Karl Woolfenden spoke with the CEO of the Gorilla Corporation, Carlo Brayda, and they had a conversation about creating strong partnerships and how it is important in today’s business landscape to develop a strategy, and create a strong channel partner, to see results. In today’s global market, companies around the world are fighting for the same business, threatening established sales channels, markets and relationships. Technologies such as cloud and big data are making the traditional ways of doing business extinct. Customers armed with market knowledge and product information are demanding more.READ THE ARTICLE:https://businessclassnews.com/ask-the-expert/a-strong-partnership-yields-results/

Karl spoke to Bill Walsh, the CEO of Powerteam International and they spoke about Success Education, or as Bill says, Edu-Tainment, and the crucial steps that a business needs to take to get ahead of the game.About Powerteam InternationalWe provide Corporate & Entrepreneurial training programs, Venture Funding and Business Coaching in cities around the world. Through Online Success Coaching, live events and full-service business consulting, Powerteam International has the resources necessary to help your company become even more successful!For all major industries, from start-up companies to billion-dollar firms, the professionals at PTI have insight and solutions to create new market opportunities and increased optimization! This includes having a personal success coach or professional coaching team that will offer priceless insight and advice. Topics include: advertising, leadership training, web site development, website traffic generation, business financing, international expansion and personal devel

Karl Woolfenden, our Publisher spoke to Alex Roje, at our friends at Lathrop GPM about business interruption, and some of things a business owner needs to be thinking about.https://businessclassnews.com/ask-the-expert/business-interruption-plan-for-the-future-ask-the-expert/

As businesses begin to reopen and employees return to work, companies may be held responsible if an employee or customer becomes infected with COVID-19. In the coming weeks and months, companies can expect to see an increase in the number of tort litigation cases, particularly those involving wrongful death claims, where individuals allege negligence or even intentional infliction of emotional distress. Businesses that have a high concentration of employees working in close quarters are even more at risk.Mara Cohara and Eric Swan, tort litigation attorneys at Lathrop GPM, talk about what companies should be doing now in preparation of bringing employees back into the workplace, and what to expect from consumers. They predict a spike in cases involving tort claims from people who allege they contracted COVID-19 or experienced flu-like symptoms from their workplace or a business they visited, as an increase in tort claims usually goes hand-in-hand with a general public awareness of a health crisis.The two most

Seth Earley’s New Book, THE AI-POWERED ENTERPRISE, Provides Practical Guidance For Implementing Transformative AI Solutions “We know how we want our companies to work.  Enterprises ought to be customer-focused, responsive, and digital.  They should deliver to each employee and customer exactly what they need, at the moment they need it.  The data and technology to do this are available now,” declares artificial intelligence expert Seth Earley.  Nonetheless, AI continues to stumble when it comes to making this a reality.  In his new book, THE AI-POWERED ENTERPRISE:  Harness the Power of Ontologies to Make Your Business Smarter, Faster, and More Profitable (LifeTree Media/April 28, 2020), Earley provides practical approaches for solving the data management problems that are at the heart of this disconnect, showing how organizations can truly deliver on the promise of AI. “To create transformative AI solutions, we need a holistic, synergistic, and simultaneously integrated flow of information,” explains Earley,

Wayne Warner, the artist behind the 2006 "Turbo Twang" country line dance phenomenon, drops the mic, and does so loudly, in his recently released autobiography, "Backstage Nashville: The Undisclosed Story of a Major Label Recording Artist." Masterfully written, Warner provides a first-hand account of his personal journey into stardom, from his humble hometown in Vermont to the major labels of Nashville's recording industry. Never one to mince words, Warner unapologetically draws back the curtain on the music business and reveals the startling realities about his life in the country music spotlight. For more information, or to purchase the book, please visit www.WayneWarner.com.With brutal honesty, Warner details the inner struggles and personal triumphs of a man catapulted to a level of fame for which he was not prepared. While millions of fans across the globe were learning the dance steps to his latest single, Wayne grappled with internal demons--addiction, self-doubt, and the juxta

VISIT THE VIDEO & ARTICLEMike Robbins, an expert in teamwork, leadership, and emotional intelligence, draws on more than 20 years of experience working with top companies like Google and Microsoft, as well as his MLB pitching career, in his timely titled new book, WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER: Creating a Team Culture of High Performance, Trust, and Belonging (Hay House Business, April 2020). Karl Woolfenden, our Publisher spoke to Mike Robbins and they covered some very relevant topics. ABOUT THE AUTHOR:MIKE ROBBINS is an expert in emotional intelligence, leadership, teamwork, and company culture. He works with a diverse group of clients throughout the world, including: Google, Wells Fargo, Microsoft, Schwab, eBay, the NBA, the Oakland A’s, and many more. He is a sought-after speaker and consultant who delivers keynotes and seminars for these and other organizations. Robbins is the author of five books: We’re All in This Together, Bring Your Whole Self to Work, Nothing Changes Until You Do, Be Yourself Ever

We have just moved into our NEW Virtual Office at our kNEXTis building and I had my first interview from our virtual studios earlier. I show off our work-space and I talk to the CEO of this technology platform, Toni Portmann which is going to totally change the Remote Working Space and experience. It's a 20 minute conversation, but it's full of information that talks about connecting the work-force in this new "Remote Working" Environment. I hope you like our new place - come and visit me www.knextis.com/my-officeWatch The Video of this Segment : http://www.isitepage.com/engage-your-su…/virtual-workplaces/

A straightforward conversation with Brock Blake – CEO, LendioThis morning Karl Woolfenden, Publisher of Business Class News and Host of Link’d AM talked openly about what the options are for small businesses and he asked some question which if your are small business owner may find Brock’s answers very helpful and educational.With the coronavirus impacting small businesses across the country, the CEO of Lendio, Brock Blake, can shed light on what small businesses can and are doing to secure loans from the range of banks, lenders and the SBA. Lendio operates the largest small business loan marketplace in country, processing 200-300 loans a day…restaurants, theatres, gyms, small retailers and manufacturers, etc.…with over 75 lenders.Through tech and loan specialists talking directly with small businesses, Lendio can share how lenders and small businesses are reacting to and navigating the current climate. The demand over the last few days has skyrocketed. He can also connect you with local Lendio loan specialis

Today Karl continued his "Keep Our Families Safe" theme and spoke to Steve Moore, the founder and president of Mosquito Steve, an amazing product that repels mosquito's and keeps us safe, outside and in! Field (and backyard) mosquitoes do not always behave the same way lab-raised mosquitoes do. We have conducted hundreds of field trials researching natural products and comparing them to brand name products. We have always had a higher standard for efficacy and quality. Our goal has always been to have the very best product, not just the safest.When you choose Mosquito Steve, you are choosing a natural repellent that is safe to use around children and pets and does not harm the beneficial insects in our environment. Other companies use Pyrethrins and Pyrethroids mixed in with Pipernyl Butoxide. (Read about the dangers of these products here!)These products are harmful to fish, cats and kill beneficial insects, like honeybees and butterflies, as well.Visit www.mosquitosteve.com