Beste Rural Business podcasts (2024)

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Get It Wright Fitness 34:15

7d ago34:15

34:15

Tomorrow on the RBI Podcast, Mitchell Kearns talks with Jeremiah Wright, a personal trainer who runs Get It Wright Ftiness in Des Moines! They talk about finding motivation for clients, finding motivation for yourself, and the unique perspective that comes from running a personal service-based business.…

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Episode 52: The Rural News Business 36:11

21d ago36:11

36:11

It’s been a while since we’ve recorded an episode of The Rural Business Show. It’s been a year of change for our business, Nevada Central Media, as we went from publishing one rural weekly newspaper to four. This episode of the Rural Business Show focuses on the business of small-town news. The challenging environment has seen thousands of rural ne…

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Mr. Burrito 17:31

14d ago17:31

17:31

Victor Oyervides sits down with Berenice Valderrabano in the 25th episode of the RBI Podcast -- our second Spanish episode! They talk about Mr. Burrito Mexican Food, which has served Iowa State students for years.Door SBDC Iowa

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Stitch N Sew Cottage 37:48

22d ago37:48

37:48

Mitchell Kearns chats with Ashley Stout from Stitch N Sew Cottage about helping customers discover quilting, and managing a business in one of Iowa's coziest small towns.Door SBDC Iowa

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FBB Biomed 43:50

28d ago43:50

43:50

Mitchell sits down with Howard Urnovitz, the co-founder of FBB Biomed, to discuss the process of looking for a cure for cancer, innovative HIV tests, and relearning what it means to be an entrepreneur.Door SBDC Iowa

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People and Profit System 33:27

1M ago33:27

33:27

Mitchell Kearns meets with Janey Stahl, the founder of People and Profit System, where she consults small businesses with the unique perspective of seeing the people involved and building trusting relationships. They talk about her story of learning to balance family life with business life, and what she has learned along the way.…

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Hummingbirds 40:22

1M ago40:22

40:22

Mitchell Kearns chats with Emily Steele, the founder of Hummingbirds, a social media marketing platform that highlights small businesses!Door SBDC Iowa

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Bovi-Jet 20:54

2M ago20:54

20:54

The Iowa SBDC's Ray Hansen chats with Dakota Belling, the inventor of Bovi-Jet, an applicator for pour-on products for cattle that maximizes efficiency when it comes to breeding cattle!Door SBDC Iowa

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Tullpa Restaurant 21:20

2M ago21:20

21:20

Door SBDC Iowa

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Wayne's Ski, Cycle, & Fitness 22:50

2M ago22:50

22:50

Mitchell chats with Matt Curtis, the owner of Wayne's Ski, Cycle & Fitness in Mason City, about taking over a business from a previous owner, getting help from the SBDC, and taking care of both employees and family.Door SBDC Iowa

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Instatat 17:14

2M ago17:14

17:14

Mitchell Kearns sits down with Cat Dow, the owner of Instatat and Henna with Cat, an 18-year-old entrepreneur and the youngest on the RBI Podcast, who specializes in semi-permanent body art and works for the SBDC as a counselor.Door SBDC Iowa

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Repaint Studios 27:46

3M ago27:46

27:46

Mitchell Kearns talks with Billie Asmus, the inventor of the Repaint Tray, a reusable paint tray. She talks about the struggle of getting a patent filed, starting a business from scratch with a brand-new product, and participating in high-stakes pitch competitions.Door SBDC Iowa

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Lake Animal Clinic 16:32

3M ago16:32

16:32

Mitchell Kearns sits down with Holly Neuberger from Lake Animal Clinic, where she works as a veterinarian. Holly talks about the experience of leaving corporate veterinary work to pursue a more fulfilling lifestyle starting her own vet clinic with help from NIACC. https://lakeanimalcliniccl.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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105. Pausing on the Podcast 3:33

3M ago3:33

3:33

In today's episode, I'm sharing that I'm going to be taking a pause on this podcast. I have mixed emotions about this decision, but I have a lot going on in my life right now. We just had another baby, and we bought another business, so I feel I'm being called to spend time in other places. I'd also like to find some clarity on what this podcast is…

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Plas-Tech Tooling 22:04

3M ago22:04

22:04

Dean Sonquist meets with Mitchell Kearns, and they speak about Dean's business, Plas-Tech Tooling. They talk about the experience of managing a business with his spouse and making tough calls for the sake of both the business and his family. https://www.plastechtooling.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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104. My $100K Marketing Strategy 18:37

3M ago18:37

18:37

In today's episode, I talk about my basic $100k marketing strategy that can help move your business forward. I share my history of what I faced striving for that number, really wanting to find the formula that worked for me. You'll also hear the importance of sticking with a strategy for at least 90 days, even though it's difficult to wait for resu…

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The Cottage 18:30

3M ago18:30

18:30

Mitchell speaks with Taylor Borkowski, who runs The Cottage in Denison, Iowa, with her mom. They talk about the struggles of taking over a business during COVID, and learning more about business management through the process of managing The Cottage. https://www.thecottagedenison.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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103. 3 Questions Your Website Must Answer 18:12

3M ago18:12

18:12

Snowy Mountain Marketing, my website development company, was started in 2020. I was so excited to land my first client, who was looking for a professionally developed website. I knew how to develop it, but I didn't exactly know what to put on it. I learned from Donald Miller's StoryBrand how to clarify messaging and copy that is simple yet drives …

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Three Bells Books 23:50

4M ago23:50

23:50

Mitchell Kearns and Molly Angstman talk about beers and books in relation to Molly's business, Three Bells Books, in Mason City. https://threebellsbooks.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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102. How to Navigate Unexpected Business Growth with Charlotte Leyden 38:28

4M ago38:28

38:28

In today’s episode, Charlotte Leyden and I talk about her entrepreneurship journey. She shares her background of starting with her Leyden Livestock Marketing company and pivoting into creating Colorado Horse Sales. Charlotte dives into what it’s like to have fast growth in business, the challenges she has faced, the rewarding outcomes, and how expa…

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Zupp & Zupp Law Firm 25:13

4M ago25:13

25:13

Mitchell Kearns chats with twins Jennifer and Jessica Zupp about their law firm, the process of opening the firm, and how the SBDC helped them get started.Door SBDC Iowa

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101. Entrepreneurship in Rural Kansas with Brandi Lahey 38:31

4M ago38:31

38:31

In today’s episode, Brandi Lahey and I talk about all things entrepreneurship in rural Kansas. Brandi has a degree in nursing and didn’t set out to be an entrepreneur, but her rural location, staying home with her children, cooking for harvest dinners, and doing tasks on the farm made her look for something to fill her cup even more. Brandi’s first…

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American Railcar Repair 24:00

4M ago24:00

24:00

Mitchell Kearns meets with father-son duo David and Chandler Horak to talk about their part in the railroad industry, American Railcar Repair. https://americanrailcarrepair.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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100. What It’s Actually like Having a Podcast 14:01

4M ago14:01

14:01

I am so excited to share that this is my one-hundredth episode! I have been podcasting for almost two years, and I can’t believe it. Every week, I hope my episodes give you and your business value. Since today is a big milestone episode, I wanted to give you a little behind-the-scenes look at what it looks like to start and grow a podcast. Hopefull…

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The Dessert Mixologist 25:23

4M ago25:23

25:23

Mitchell Kearns sits down with Lorrie Popik and Rae Guillermo -- the Dessert Mixologists, who have created a business out of their college friendship combining quick and easy desserts with alcoholic beverages. https://www.dessertmixologist.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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99. You Are Who You Hang Out With 12:57

4M ago12:57

12:57

If you’ve listened to my podcast or worked with me before, you probably know how much of an impact the very first coaching program I joined had on my life and my business. One of the biggest things I learned from that program was how much of an influence the people around me had on my habits, my thinking, and my life in general. It’s when I learned…

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Tumbleweed 29:49

4M ago29:49

29:49

Mitchell Kearns talks with Paul Richardson, CEO of Tumbleweed, which specializes in providing families with virtual materials to ease the process of mourning their deceased loved ones.Door SBDC Iowa

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98. 5 Ways to Become More Visible in Your Business 13:08

5M ago13:08

13:08

I recently wrapped up my 6-month Immerse Mastermind. The women in this mastermind had the foundational pieces of their business in place but used it as a place to get more support, come together twice a month to talk about their businesses, brainstorm, and grow together. One of the themes we discussed was how to get more visibility. The ideas we di…

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Computer Concepts of Iowa 31:37

5M ago31:37

31:37

Ray Hansen and Mitchell Kearns meet with Adam Schweers to talk about creating and selling his business, Computer Concepts of Iowa.Door SBDC Iowa

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97. Why You Need Automation in Your Business 20:38

5M ago20:38

20:38

In today’s episode, I share multiple reasons why you need automation in your business. Automation is a tool that completes tasks without you needing to be physically present. These tools take the manual work off your plate and give you your time back. I recently watched a man sharing information about his business, which often brings in 800k a mont…

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I Saw the Sign 27:54

5M ago27:54

27:54

Mitchell Kearns chats with Denae Rosdail and Chelsea Bissen from I Saw the Sign LLC about their business which prints signs and apparel in Carroll, Iowa. https://isawthesignllc.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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96. The Secret to Business Success 12:42

5M ago12:42

12:42

In this episode, I'm sharing the secret to business success. If you haven't listened to the podcast before, I'm Aly Robins, and I help service providers reach their first 50k-100k in business. I own three businesses, and I love sharing how I have reached success, as well as the lessons I've learned along the way. The secret to business is simply to…

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The Way Automation 27:03

5M ago27:03

27:03

Mitchell Kearns talks with Tripp Hudson, the CEO of The Way Automation in Adel, Iowa about his business in the automation and technology industry. https://www.thewayautomation.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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95. How to Take over a Business Successfully - Recap of Month 1 15:20

5M ago15:20

15:20

In this episode, I’m doing a recap of month one of taking over the business we purchased called 406 Design. As I’ve shared in previous episodes, the first month has been hectic! One of my biggest learnings is that if you’re planning to take over a business, make sure it’s in the contract that the sellers will help train and guide you. We were so lu…

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Billy's Ice Cream Store 22:24

5M ago22:24

22:24

Mitchell Kearns speaks with the current owners of Billy's Ice Cream Store in Adel, Iowa, Eric and Anna Trout. https://www.billysadel.com/Door SBDC Iowa

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94. How to Take over a Business Successfully - Weeks 2 and 3 19:21

5M ago19:21

19:21

In this episode, I'm diving into weeks 2 and 3 of our new business, 406 Design! I'm sharing the learnings from the first couple of weeks of owning a new business. It's chaos, but it's been so fun! In weeks 2 and 3, we're digging in to learn as much as we can, we're checking in with employees, studying new software we will implement, and continuing …

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Millennial Roots Farms 20:46

6M ago20:46

20:46

Mitchell Kearns chats with Calvin Smith from Perry, Iowa, about Millennial Roots Farms, which focuses on hydroponic produce farming. To sign up for no-cost business counseling services, please go to our website and request counseling: Home - Iowa SBDCDoor SBDC Iowa

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93. How We Are Taking over the Business We Just Purchased - Week 1 18:09

6M ago18:09

18:09

In this episode, I'm diving into the first week of our new business, 406 Design! In week one, we are focusing on how to keep orders coming in to keep the customers happy and get inside the business sellers’ heads to fully understand the business more. I'm also thinking of the next tasks, which are to understand the employees' tasks from a high leve…

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Savvy Horse Products 13:54

6M ago13:54

13:54

Ray Hansen sits down with Julie Johnson from Bode, Iowa to talk about the Savvy Feeder, a slow hay feeder for horses. https://savvyhorseproducts.com/ To sign up for no-cost business counseling services, please go to our website and request counseling: Home - Iowa SBDCDoor SBDC Iowa

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RBI Podcast Introduction 9:41

6M ago9:41

9:41

Meet Ray Hansen and Mitchell Kearns, the hosts of the RBI Podcast, as they speak with SBDC Iowa marketing student worker Grace Estenson about the purpose of the RBI Podcast and how it was conceived. In this special introductory episode, Mitchell and Ray shed light on the process for selecting podcast interviewees as well as what the future of the R…

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92. Why We Bought Another Business 19:25

6M ago19:25

19:25

I'm excited to share more on our new business, 406 Design! In this episode, I'm sharing our backstory of purchasing this new business. Financial and time freedom are our biggest goals, and buying businesses to reach that goal faster is key for us. We didn't want to work 9-5's forever, so tune in to hear our plan and how we're executing it now. Foll…

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91. This Might Be the Missing Link to Increasing Your Revenue 16:31

6M ago16:31

16:31

Sales can be fun, and it doesn't have to be hard! You just have to figure out what works for you. There are some foundational pieces that need to be in place to grow your business through sales, and one of those is following up. In today's episode, I dive into why you should be following up with clients, how to follow up, and how to create a strate…

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90. The Problem with Learning Too Much 10:13

6M ago10:13

10:13

Recently, I was listening to an educational podcast, and I hit a point where my mind was overwhelmed and had to shut it off. I love learning through books and podcasts, but there comes a time when learning too much becomes a problem. In today's episode, I'm sharing why continuing to consume information can keep you in an analysis paralysis phase. L…

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89. How I’m Preparing for a 6-Week Vacation in My Business 16:16

7M ago16:16

16:16

We should all be able to step away from our business. We have to set them up for success so they can run without us when we need or want to be gone. In today’s episode, I’m sharing how I’m preparing to be out of the office for six weeks. I’m going on maternity leave soon, and I am working ahead to make being gone seamless. With this being my second…

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88. Most People Will Think You Are Crazy 19:07

7M ago19:07

19:07

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my experience with quitting my nine-to-five job to launch my own business and how people reacted to that decision. People thought I was crazy! But I followed my dream and my goals anyway. Most people will think you are crazy as you set off on your entrepreneurship journey. The key is to know who to take advice from a…

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87. How to Batch a Month of Instagram Content 29:34

7M ago29:34

29:34

Do you ever feel like Instagram is sucking the life out of you? It’s hard to stay consistent with content creation. But I want to emphasize how important social media content is as it’s the catalyst to business growth. Content creation is designed to help you build an audience and nurture relationships with present and future customers. In today’s …

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86. 5 Steps to an Outstanding Marketing Plan 25:53

7M ago25:53

25:53

Do you ever feel completely overwhelmed by marketing? It’s a never-ending cycle of trying to keep up, and I get it! In today’s episode, I’m sharing tactics to not only increase the quality of your marketing strategy and content creation but also help with efficiency in your marketing planning and execution. I share 5 steps you can take to create an…

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85. How to Land Consistent Clients in Your Business 28:01

8M ago28:01

28:01

In today's episode, I'm taking us back to the first business I started and how I gained and retained clients. I'm also sharing how different of an experience it was to start my second business, Snowy Mountain Marketing, as landing clients proved much harder. I'm diving into 6 reasons why you might not be landing consistent clients and 4 ways to lan…

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84. How Hiring a Virtual Assistant Can Help Your Sanity 35:58

8M ago35:58

35:58

In today's episode, I'm excited to have Lexi DeVries join us to talk about all things Virtual Assistant. Lexi shares her journey of finding a job she could do from home while working full-time on a dairy farm and raising two kids. She started as a Virtual Assistant and grew into a certified Online Business Manager. She's now a Virtual Assistant Coa…

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83. Why Being Interdependent vs. Independent Will Grow Your Business 14:50

8M ago14:50

14:50

In today's episode, I'm sharing my experience of being independent my entire life and how that slowed down the growth of my business. It took me a while to learn what being "interdependent" meant. Once I learned how to ask for help and how to become interdependent on my team, my business exploded. You'll hear how I asked for help and what leaning o…

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