What’s the difference between vegetarian and vegan? Jason John and Monica-Wright John, founders of Plant Based For You, explain the diet differences as well as why they created a business around healthier living. Starting their story in the 90’s and growing their careers and family, the Johns outline their motives for the vegan life as they build their brand through word of mouth, maintain respect in their relationship, and strive for balance between both worlds.
TBG – #11 – Movie Review: The Founder
We review The Founder, a film that uncovers the beginnings of McDonald’s franchising business. We’ll discuss important business lessons like how to pick the right business partners and innovate during profitable times, as well as share our opinions on the film.
TBG – #10 – Interview: Carols Daughter Founder Lisa Price
From selling homemade wax concoctions out of her home to getting beauty counters in Sephora, Lisa Price, founder of Carol’s […]
TBG – #9 – Business Cycles with UNWRP
Business cycles are made of high and low seasons. We chat with Ashley Fouyolle, graphic designer and founder of UNWRP, who started a seasonal business creating designer gift wrapping paper. Fouyolle explains the challenges around attracting customers past the holiday season, the pains and lessons learned from business growth, and the power of online resources to overcome blindspots
TBG – #8 – Interview: Kreyol Essence Haitian Castor Oil
Co-founder & COO of Kreyol Essence, Stéphane Jean-Baptiste shares his entrepreneurial inspiration around bringing natural and ethical Haitian beauty products to the mainstream. We discuss starting a business with your romantic partner, turning an idea into an MVP, focusing on customer needs, and more.
TBG – #7 – Book Review: Think and Grow Rich
Success starts in the mind. In our second book review, we discuss the popular work, Think and Grow Rich, uncovering how to create material success from abstract thought. From understanding different kinds of imagination patterns to sidestepping procrastination pitfalls, we draw connections between desire and accomplishment.
TBG – #6 – Culture and Strategy
Is it better to have a strong culture or a flawless strategy? We’ll discuss the common clash of each principle using real-world examples and explain why it’s important for growing businesses to strive for balance.
TBG – #5 – Case Study: Dell
Starting out in a college dorm room and growing into a multi-million dollar company, Dell has spent the last 30+ years reinventing itself to remain a key player in the technology space. In this case study, we review pivotal points in the company’s history and discuss takeaways that can be applied to today’s modern business climate.
TBG – #4 – Business Interview: Mark Testa
Live events may have taken a hit during COVID-19, but there are still ways to thrive in this changing business climate. We chat with Mark Testa, CEO of Mark Stephen Experiential Agency, as he reflects on his past successes and shares key strategies to remain top of mind for his clients.
TBG- #3 – Covid-19 Business Impact
What lessons can a pandemic teach a business? We sit down with Kendell Burton, business owner, designer and art director as he shares his thoughts on the impact COVID-19 has on companies. From being too big to fail to spreading yourself thin, we cover viewpoints on how a business can operate to stay afloat in challenging times.