Bill Byrd
Sweet Success Online
Startup Money and Planning – Podcast
Aug 12th
Guest Eric Olson tells Bill about some of his earlier businesses, both his successful ones, and the failures. How did he get through those bad times? How important was his team in each business? Bill also asks for some guidance in figuring how much money it will take to start a business. How can you figure it out?
Eric Olson contact info:
Co-Founder, TransFS.com
508.335.9221
The Angel Investor – Podcast
Aug 11th
Bill and Teresa start off the show with a call from Johnny from Texas about the “Cash for Clunkers” government program. Guest Eric Olson joins them as well to talk about entrepreneuring and angel investors. What exactly are angel investors? How do they differ from venture capitalists? How can you find one, and what can they do for your business.
Eric Olson contact info:
Co-Founder, TransFS.com
508.335.9221
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Employees Thinking Creatively – Words from Bill
Aug 10th
I was thinking the other day that no man is an island. In fact, it can be downright exhausting to always be the only one to come up with fresh ideas. Well, every business has a resource–usually untapped–for creativity: their employees!
- Create an inspiring workplace. Have areas to relax in. Include recreations such as, ping pong, volley ball and basketball court, or even horseshoes
- Let employees brainstorm together. Bring an employee into a senior staff meeting to hear their thoughts
- Let them build confidence by taking classes on different topics. It’s okay if it’s non-work related as long as it’s inspiring
- If they have an outside interest, foster it! For example, let them leave early for rehearsal in a church play
These are just a few ideas off the top of my head. How do you foster creativity in your employees?
-Bill
Finding Investment Avenues – Show Topic
Aug 7th
Tomorrow we’re going to find out how to raise startup capital through an angel investor as well as a few other investing avenues. Our guest and our Showcase Entrepreneur will be Eric Olson who has a company that helps small business owners and entrepreneurs take the hassle out of shopping for small business financial services.
Eric Olson contact info:
Co-Founder, TransFS.com
508.335.9221
Business and the Family – Podcast
Aug 6th
Bill and his guest Dr. Brian Byrd talk about other less tangible parts of business, including an often overlooked part of business: family. Take the time to think of the roles that your family plays in your business. Even if they don’t actually work for you, your family and their happiness and well-being are tied to you and your company. If you’ve worked hard and turned your business into one big, happy family, how then do you handle firing? It’s important to place emphasis on respect and understanding when letting someone go.
Dr. Brian Byrd contact info:
Texas Hospice
contact@texashospice.com
www.TexasHospice.com
Office: 817-263-8808
Fax: 817-263-8811
1067 Foch Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
Respect and Caring – Podcast
Aug 5th
Bill continues the discussion of business in the medical community with Dr. Brian Byrd. How much does a business owner shape the culture, environment, and attitude of their company? Respect for employees and respect for people in general are paramount for creating a good business to work for; not to mention a success business.
Something to think about: “There are a thousand people out there who can do your job far better than you… Being humble can go a long way.”
Dr. Brian Byrd contact info:
Texas Hospice
contact@texashospice.com
www.TexasHospice.com
Office: 817-263-8808
Fax: 817-263-8811
1067 Foch Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
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Healthcare as a Business – Podcast
Aug 4th
Bill goes another round with Dr. Brian Byrd. How do you get into the business of health care? Remember that business is business. The business-side of medicine doesn’t require a medical background. Fantastic doctors may not have a clue about advertising. Internet marketing may be a foreign language to medical device stores. There are plenty of business opportunities within and in support of the medical community.
Dr. Brian Byrd contact info:
Texas Hospice
contact@texashospice.com
www.TexasHospice.com
Office: 817-263-8808
Fax: 817-263-8811
1067 Foch Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
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Ethics of the Individual – Podcast
Jul 30th
Guest Dr. Brian Byrd talks more with Bill about ethics, specifically that it all hangs on the individual, both employee and employer. And as an employer, after treating an employee ethically, how else can you encourage them?
Dr. Brian Byrd contact info:
Texas Hospice
contact@texashospice.com
www.TexasHospice.com
Office: 817-263-8808
Fax: 817-263-8811
1067 Foch Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
What’s Your Calling? – Podcast
Jul 29th
Bill and guest Dr. Brian Byrd talk about a person’s calling. Where does a calling come from? Who is calling out to whom? How does personal motivation, opportunities, and direction become a calling? How can you recognize yours? Bill and Brian also delve deep into ethics–specifically ethics in business–to discuss what it is, where it comes from, and how it can guide you.
Dr. Brian Byrd contact info:
Texas Hospice
contact@texashospice.com
www.TexasHospice.com
Office: 817-263-8808
Fax: 817-263-8811
1067 Foch Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
The Business of Hospice – Podcast
Jul 28th
Bill answers a question from an entrepreneur about how to impress a loan officer. He’s also joined by guest Dr. Brian Byrd, founder of Texas Hospice. What is hospice? How did Brian work his full-time practice while starting this other business? What problems occurred that Brian had to avoid or overcome?
Side note: There is an overwhelming need for nurses throughout the medical world!
Dr. Brian Byrd contact info:
Texas Hospice
contact@texashospice.com
www.TexasHospice.com
Office: 817-263-8808
Fax: 817-263-8811
1067 Foch Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
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