Small Business Advice from Small Business Owners - Startup BizCast http://www.startupbizcast.com The blog for a podcast that features small business advice delivered via interviews with entrepreneurs and owners of small businesses and startups. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:27:27 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.2 en ©Steve Mullen steve@endgamepr.com (Steve Mullen) steve@endgamepr.com business 1440 small business, podcast, business, entrepreneurs, tips, startups A podcast with small business tips from small business owners. A podcast with small business tips from entrepreneurs, owners of small businesses, and owners of startups. Hosted by Steve Mullen and produced by the EndGame Public Relations Podcast Production service. Steve Mullen Steve Mullen steve@endgamepr.com No clean http://startupbizcast.com/siteimages/startup-bizcast-logo-144x144.jpg Startup BizCast http://www.startupbizcast.com 144 144 Startup BizCast #72 - How and Why of Business Blogging (Steve Mullen) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/450575679/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/12/startup-bizcast-72-how-and-why-of-business-blogging-steve-mullen/#comments Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:45:45 +0000 Steve Mullen corporate bloggingsmall business advice http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/12/startup-bizcast-72-how-and-why-of-business-blogging-steve-mullen/ A few weeks back I was one of the presenters in two different webinars from PRWeb.  Each of the presentations was about small business marketing, and during each I talked about business blogging.  And … after each I received a number of emails from people who were confused about how to do it.  Since this seems to be at least a somewhat universal confusion, I decided to do an episode on the “how” and “why” of business blogging, even though I’ve covered the information here and there during this series.

Note: There will be NO episode next week.  I’ll be out of town speaking at a conference on Monday and Tuesday, and I just won’t have time to produce a show.  

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Links mentioned in this episode:
WordPress (www.wordpress.org)
EndGame PR Blog (www.endgamepr.com/blog)

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, ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/12/startup-bizcast-72-how-and-why-of-business-blogging-steve-mullen/feed/ 8:00 The How and Why of Business Blogging A few weeks back I was one of the presenters in two different webinars from PRWeb. Each of the presentations was about small business marketing, and during each I talked about business blogging. And ... after each I received a number of emails from people who were confused about how to do it. Since this seems to be at least a somewhat universal confusion, I decided to do an episode on the "how" and "why" of business blogging, even though I've covered the information here and there during this series. Note: There will be NO episode next week. I'll be out of town speaking at a conference on Monday and Tuesday, and I just won't have time to produce a show. A word from our sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/techpodcasts! Links mentioned in this episode: WordPress (www.wordpress.org) EndGame PR Blog (www.endgamepr.com/blog) Also " dont forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook! small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen clean No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/12/startup-bizcast-72-how-and-why-of-business-blogging-steve-mullen/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-72-081112.mp3 Startup BizCast #71 - Small Business Government Contracts (Gloria Berthold Larkin) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/443121006/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/05/startup-bizcast-71-small-business-government-contracts-gloria-berthold-larkin/#comments Wed, 05 Nov 2008 10:45:07 +0000 Steve Mullen small business advicesmall business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/05/startup-bizcast-71-small-business-government-contracts-gloria-berthold-larkin/ Local, state, and federal U.S. government contracts are NOT easy to get.  However, they tend to bring in good money, particularly for small business owners who aren’t used to multi-thousand or million dollar deals.  And, it’s unlikely our government is going to go out of business any time soon — a major consideration in this economy!  This week’s guest on Startup BizCast is Gloria Berthold Larkin, president of TargetGov, a business that helps entrepreneurs through the government contract maze.

Also this week — an announcement about a brand new podcast series from BizPodz Productions!

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Links mentioned in this week’s episode:
TargetGov (www.targetgov.com)
Central Contractor Registration (www.ccr.gov)
Federal Business Opportunities (www.fedbizopps.gov)
Women Impacting Public Policy (www.wipp.org)
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Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/05/startup-bizcast-71-small-business-government-contracts-gloria-berthold-larkin/feed/ 16:05 Local, state, and federal U.S. government contracts are NOT easy to get. However, they tend to bring in good money, particularly for small business owners ... Local, state, and federal U.S. government contracts are NOT easy to get. However, they tend to bring in good money, particularly for small business owners who aren't used to multi-thousand or million dollar deals. And, it's unlikely our government is going to go out of business any time soon -- a major consideration in this economy! This week's guest on Startup BizCast is Gloria Berthold Larkin, president of TargetGov, a business that helps entrepreneurs through the government contract maze. Also this week -- an announcement about a brand new podcast series from BizPodz Productions! A word from our sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/techpodcasts! Links mentioned in this week's episode: TargetGov (www.targetgov.com) Central Contractor Registration (www.ccr.gov) Federal Business Opportunities (www.fedbizopps.gov) Women Impacting Public Policy (www.wipp.org) Also " dont forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook! Startup BizCasts theme music is Entranced by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network. Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts. Get each episode as its published: RSS - iTunes - Blubrry - Podcast Alley Podcast,Episodes Steve Mullen no No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/05/startup-bizcast-71-small-business-government-contracts-gloria-berthold-larkin/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-71-081105.mp3 New Podcast Series from BizPodz Productions http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/442559534/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/04/new-podcast-series-from-bizpodz-productions/#comments Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:53:04 +0000 Steve Mullen podcast production http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/04/new-podcast-series-from-bizpodz-productions/ I’m happy to announce a brand new podcast series from BizPodz Productions!  TREScast is the official podcast of The Real Estate School (TRES), from the Richmond Association of Realtors (RAR).  TRES offers education and enrichment to thousands of members of the RAR, and TREScast brings those educational opportunities to members’ computers, iPods, and other mp3 players.  If you’re a real estate agent in Richmond, Virginia, a real estate agent elsewhere, or just someone who wants to learn more about the real estate industry, this is the podcast for you!

Subscribe and listen to TREScast!
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To sample other podcasts from BizPodz, visit the podcast production page on the EndGame Public Relations website, and click on the link for “audio client samples”.

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/04/new-podcast-series-from-bizpodz-productions/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/04/new-podcast-series-from-bizpodz-productions/ Small Business Recommended Reading (11-4-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/442559535/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/04/small-business-recommended-reading-11-4-08/#comments Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:52:25 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/04/small-business-recommended-reading-11-4-08/ Here’s this week’s recommended reading from Startup BizCast!

In Britain, Debate Over Help for Small Businesses
New York Times

Ask an Expert: Credit crunch forces small businesses to be creative
USA Today

Let Your Website or Blog Build Your Online Business With Profits
SmallBusinessToday

Twitter, Flickr, Facebook Make Blogs Look So 2004
Wired Magazine

Study: Blogging’s Dead? Someone Forgot to Tell Readers.
BuzzLogic

The 10 silliest bits of advice to IGNORE when running a Business
StartRunGrow

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/04/small-business-recommended-reading-11-4-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/11/04/small-business-recommended-reading-11-4-08/ Startup BizCast #70 - News Release SEO (Jiyan Wei) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/435705837/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/29/startup-bizcast-70-news-release-seo-jiyan-wei/#comments Wed, 29 Oct 2008 10:45:22 +0000 Steve Mullen entrepreneurssmall business advicesmall business newsstartups http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/29/startup-bizcast-70-news-release-seo-jiyan-wei/ This week, I welcome a good friend and guest from the first handful of Startup BizCast episodes.  The topic of the week is SEO for press releases.  More and more people are catching on to the fact that news releases can be used for SEO purposes, but many people don’t know how to maximize the work put into writing the releases and posting them.  Jiyan Wei is a product manager at online news release presswire PRWeb.  He was my guest back in episode #7, and now he joins me for #70.  Kind of symmetrical, don’t you think?

One more note about Jiyan — for any new listeners who found this show after hearing my presentation at the PRWeb webinar … yes, this is the same Jiyan that was the moderator :)

Also this week, I have listener advice submitted via the “Submit YOUR Advice” form, and business news in the BizCast Brief.

Links mentioned during this week’s episode:
ROI of Online Press Releases Executive Summary (pdf)
PRWeb (www.prweb.com)
New Influencer - Jiyan’s Personal Blog (http://www.newinfluencer.com)

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Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/29/startup-bizcast-70-news-release-seo-jiyan-wei/feed/ 15:00 News Release SEO This week, I welcome a good friend and guest from the first handful of Startup BizCast episodes. The topic of the week is SEO for press releases. More and more people are catching on to the fact that news releases can be used for SEO purposes, but many people don't know how to maximize the work put into writing the releases and posting them. Jiyan Wei is a product manager at online news release presswire PRWeb. He was my guest back in episode #7, and now he joins me for #70. Kind of symmetrical, don't you think? Also this week, I have listener advice submitted via the "Submit YOUR Advice" form, and business news in the BizCast Brief. Links mentioned during this week's episode: ROI of Online Press Releases Executive Summary (pdf) PRWeb (www.prweb.com) New Influencer - Jiyan's Personal Blog (http://www.newinfluencer.com) Also " dont forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook! small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen clean No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/29/startup-bizcast-70-news-release-seo-jiyan-wei/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-70-081029.mp3 Startup BizCast Recommended Reading (10-28-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/434961105/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/28/startup-bizcast-recommended-reading-10-28-08/#comments Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:59:20 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/28/startup-bizcast-recommended-reading-10-28-08/ Here’s this week’s recommended reading!

Small Business Economic Confidence Continues to Slide
MarketWatch (News release)

Small business owners reap benefits of social media
ZDNet

Joe Who? Small businesses say they’re not being heard
Reuters

Last minute battle for the small business vote
The Journal Blog

Small Business Marketing; 3 Tips to Improve Your Email Marketing
Smart Marketing

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/28/startup-bizcast-recommended-reading-10-28-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/28/startup-bizcast-recommended-reading-10-28-08/ Startup BizCast #69 - Marketing for Franchisees (Sherri Fishman) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/428440301/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/22/startup-bizcast-69-marketing-for-franchisees-sherri-fishman/#comments Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:45:40 +0000 Steve Mullen entrepreneurssmall business advicesmall business newsstartups http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/22/startup-bizcast-69-marketing-for-franchisees-sherri-fishman/ Despite having a bigtime name behind them, businesses like McDonalds, Hair Cuttery, and Century 21 are all small businesses.  They’re franchises, and most of the time they’re owned by someone in your area.  There are challenges inherant to marketing a franchise small business, however, not the least of which is that people don’t often view them as being home grown.  This week’s guest on Startup BizCast is Sherri Fishman from Fishman PR, a public relations firm that specializes in marketing franchisees and franchisers.  She’ll have some tips on how you can work to get publicity for your franchise small business.

NOTE: There was a bit of audio difficulty in this week’s episode.  We had trouble with the interview phone line, which led to a ticking sound while Ms. Fishman talks.  I attempted to filter it out, but it only made things worse.  My apologies for the lapse in quality!

Also this week, in the BizCast Brief … help for UK small businesses, the best places in Canada to have a small business, and things aren’t as bad as they seem economically!

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Links mentioned in this week’s episode:
Fishman PR (www.fishmanpr.com)

Also — don’t forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook!

Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/22/startup-bizcast-69-marketing-for-franchisees-sherri-fishman/feed/ 14:00 Marketing for Franchisees Despite having a bigtime name behind them, businesses like McDonalds, Hair Cuttery, and Century 21 are all small businesses. They're franchises, and most of the time they're owned by someone in your area. There are challenges inherant to marketing a franchise small business, however, not the least of which is that people don't often view them as being home grown. This week's guest on Startup BizCast is Sherri Fishman from Fishman PR, a public relations firm that specializes in marketing franchisees and franchisers. She'll have some tips on how you can work to get publicity for your franchise small business. NOTE: There was a bit of audio difficulty in this week's episode. We had trouble with the interview phone line, which led to a ticking sound while Ms. Fishman talks. I attempted to filter it out, but it only made things worse. My apologies for the lapse in quality! Also this week, in the BizCast Brief ... help for UK small businesses, the best places in Canada to have a small business, and things aren't as bad as they seem economically! Links mentioned in this week's episode: Fishman PR (www.fishmanpr.com) Also " dont forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook! small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen clean No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/22/startup-bizcast-69-marketing-for-franchisees-sherri-fishman/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-69-081022.mp3 Small Business Recommended Reading (10-21-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/427889313/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/21/small-business-recommended-reading-10-21-08/#comments Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:38:37 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/21/small-business-recommended-reading-10-21-08/ Here’s this week’s small business recommended reading from Startup BizCast:

Steps taken to help small businesses
Reuters UK

The best cities for small business
Financial Post (CA)

Looking for a Job? Try a Small Business
The Wall Street Journal

Small Business: Bonuses may be casualty of economy in ‘08
Seattle Post-Intelligencer

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/21/small-business-recommended-reading-10-21-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/21/small-business-recommended-reading-10-21-08/ Presenting at a Free PRWeb Webinar on SMB Marketing http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/422161808/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/15/presenting-at-a-free-prweb-webinar-on-smb-marketing/#comments Thu, 16 Oct 2008 02:02:20 +0000 Steve Mullen small business advicespeaking engagementwebinar http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/15/presenting-at-a-free-prweb-webinar-on-smb-marketing/ I’ve been invited to be one of two presenters at an upcoming free webinar from PRWeb.  I was presenter at one earlier this week that was a record-setter for PRWeb.  There were approximately 1,000 attendees for that event, and the one coming up next week could be even bigger.

The next webinar will be on October 22 at 2:00 p.m. ET.  The topic will be Use PR  to Grow Your Business.  My co-presenter will be Amy C. Cosper, Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine.

To register, simply follow this link!

, , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/15/presenting-at-a-free-prweb-webinar-on-smb-marketing/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/15/presenting-at-a-free-prweb-webinar-on-smb-marketing/ Startup BizCast #68 - Small Business Expense Management (Toffer Grant) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/421460088/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/15/startup-bizcast-68-small-business-expense-management-toffer-grant/#comments Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:45:10 +0000 Steve Mullen small business advicesmall business newssmall business podcasts http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/15/startup-bizcast-68-small-business-expense-management-toffer-grant/ This week, we’re talking about how to manage the flow of money going out the door, while the poor economy worldwide may be limiting the amount of money that’s coming in the door.  My guest is Toffer Grant, founder and CEO of PEXCard, a company that offers prepaid VISA cards for use by businesses in expense management.  His company has also launched a blog on corporate finances.  He has tips on how you can manage the expenses of your employees.

Also this week, in the BizCast Brief - news of Barack Obama’s small business plan, Wall Street Journal’s top 15 small business workplaces, and small business week in Canada.

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Links mentioned in this week’s episode:
PEXCard (www.pexcard.com)
Corporate Finance Blog (www.pexcard.com/blog)

Also — don’t forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook!

Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/15/startup-bizcast-68-small-business-expense-management-toffer-grant/feed/ 11:10 Small Business Expense Management This week, we're talking about how to manage the flow of money going out the door, while the poor economy may be limiting the amount of money that's coming in the door. My guest is Toffer Grant, founder and CEO of PEXCard, a company that offers prepaid VISA cards for use by businesses in expense management. His company has also launched a blog on corporate finances. He has tips on how you can manage the expenses of your employees. Also this week, in the BizCast Brief - news of Barack Obama's small business plan, Wall Street Journal's top 15 small business workplaces, and small business week in Canada. Links mentioned in this week's episode: PEXCard (www.pexcard.com) Corporate Finance Blog (www.pexcard.com/blog) Also " dont forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook! small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen clean No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/15/startup-bizcast-68-small-business-expense-management-toffer-grant/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-68-081015.mp3 Small Business Recommended Reading (10-14-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/420995283/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/14/small-business-recommended-reading-10-14-08/#comments Tue, 14 Oct 2008 23:03:56 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/14/small-business-recommended-reading-10-14-08/ Here’s this week’s Startup BizCast Small Business Recommended Reading for October 14, 2008 — my wife’s birthday.  Happy Birthday to her!

Candidates Present 401(k) and Small-Business Plans
The New York Times

Top Small Workplaces 2008 
Wall Street Journal

Small Business Week 2008
BDC (Canada)

Small business: Getting past the gatekeepers
Newsday

Twitter: Not A Waste Of Time For Small Business Owners
Internet Marketing NewsWatch

MySpace Woos Small Business And Personal Advertisers With Targeted Ads
eBrandz

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/14/small-business-recommended-reading-10-14-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/14/small-business-recommended-reading-10-14-08/ Startup BizCast #67 - Online News Release Distribution Services Updated (Steve Mullen) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/414712520/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/08/startup-bizcast-67-online-news-release-distribution-services-updated-steve-mullen/#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2008 10:45:09 +0000 Steve Mullen news release distributionpublic relationssmall business advicesmall business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/08/startup-bizcast-67-online-news-release-distribution-services-updated-steve-mullen/ Almost a year and a half ago, in episode five of Startup BizCast, I reviewed a list of online news release distribution services.  These sites will post and distribute your news release across the web, bringing benefits like SEO and potential media coverage.  Since it’s been so long since that episode, and a number of these sites have changed their services, I decided to revisit the subject with this update and re-review!

Also, in BizCast Brief, small business owners upset with the Feds, the SBA ups its disaster loan rates, and Colorado targets CEOs.

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Links to sites mentioned in this podcast:
PR Newswire (www.prnewswire.com)
PR Web (www.prweb.com)
PR Log (www.prlog.org)
PR Leap (www.prleap.com)
24-7 Press Release (www.24-7pressrelease.com)
I-Newswire (www.i-newswire.com)
Wikio (www.wikio.com)

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Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/08/startup-bizcast-67-online-news-release-distribution-services-updated-steve-mullen/feed/ 12:00 Online News Release Distribution Review Update Almost a year and a half ago, in episode five of Startup BizCast, I reviewed a list of online news release distribution services. These sites will post and distribute your news release across the web, bringing benefits like SEO and potential media coverage. Since it's been so long since that episode, and a number of these sites have changed their services, I decided to revisit the subject with this update and re-review! Also, in BizCast Brief, small business owners upset with the Feds, the SBA ups its disaster loan rates, and Colorado targets CEOs. A word from our sponsor: Try GotoMeeting free for 30 days! For this special offer, visit www.gotomypc.com/techpodcasts! Links to sites mentioned in this podcast: PR Newswire (www.prnewswire.com) PR Web (www.prweb.com) PR Log (www.prlog.org) PR Leap (www.prleap.com) 24-7 Press Release (www.24-7pressrelease.com) I-Newswire (www.i-newswire.com) Wikio (www.wikio.com) Also " dont forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook! small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen no No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/08/startup-bizcast-67-online-news-release-distribution-services-updated-steve-mullen/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-67-081008.mp3 Small Business Recommended Reading (10-07-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/414309704/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/07/small-business-recommended-reading-10-07-08/#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:52:04 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/07/small-business-recommended-reading-10-07-08/ Here’s this week’s Startup BizCast Small Business Recommended Reading!

Small Business Owners Divided on Wall Street Bailout Plan
PRWeb (news release)

SBA ups interest rate on many disaster loans
Triangle Business Journal

Sending CEOs to the slammer
CNN/Money

Ask an Expert: It may be time for a ’small business bailout’
USA Today

Small Business Owners Unfamiliar with Risks Involved in Workers’ Compensation Insurance from Self-Insured Groups
MarketWatch (news release)

Ease-of-Use Essential for Small-Business VoIP
SmallBusinessComputing.com

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/07/small-business-recommended-reading-10-07-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/07/small-business-recommended-reading-10-07-08/ Startup BizCast #66 - Small Business Video (Benjamin Wayne) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/408142772/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/01/startup-bizcast-66-small-business-video-benjamin-wayne/#comments Wed, 01 Oct 2008 10:45:13 +0000 Steve Mullen entrepreneursonline videosmall business advicesmall business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/01/startup-bizcast-66-small-business-video-benjamin-wayne/ A recent study from ABI Research indicates that the number of people watching videos online has doubled in the past year.  It’s obvious that people are becoming more comfortable using this technology.  What that means, is that you should be using it for your business!  My guest this week is Benjamin Wayne from Fliqz, an online video site that works primarily with businesses.  He has tips on how you can use web video to your benefit.

Also in this episode … news about the economy and an Australian maternity leave proposal … in the BizCast Brief!

Links mentioned on this week’s episode:
Fliqz (www.fliqz.com)

Also — don’t forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook!

Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/01/startup-bizcast-66-small-business-video-benjamin-wayne/feed/ 12:00 A recent study from ABI Research indicates that the number of people watching videos online has doubled in the past year. It's obvious that people ... A recent study from ABI Research indicates that the number of people watching videos online has doubled in the past year. It's obvious that people are becoming more comfortable using this technology. What that means, is that you should be using it for your business! My guest this week is Benjamin Wayne from Fliqz, an online video site that works primarily with businesses. He has tips on how you can use web video to your benefit. Also in this episode ... news about the economy and an Australian maternity leave proposal ... in the BizCast Brief! Links mentioned on this week's episode: Fliqz (www.fliqz.com) Also " dont forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook! Startup BizCasts theme music is Entranced by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network. Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts. Get each episode as its published: RSS - iTunes - Blubrry - Podcast Alley Podcast,Episodes Steve Mullen no No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/10/01/startup-bizcast-66-small-business-video-benjamin-wayne/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-66-081001.mp3 Startup BizCast Updates, Previews, Inside Tidbits, and Networking http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/407528702/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/30/startup-bizcast-updates-previews-inside-tidbits-and-networking/#comments Tue, 30 Sep 2008 19:01:10 +0000 Steve Mullen facebook http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/30/startup-bizcast-updates-previews-inside-tidbits-and-networking/ The Startup BizCast Group on Facebook is growing!  Be sure to join in.  I’ve been posting new episodes over there as well as show previews.  I’m also happy to answer questions or just chat on the Facebook “wall”.  My plan to get to as many show guests as possible to join up, and I suspect they’ll be willing to answer questions as well.

If you’re not a Facebook member, check it out.  It’s a lot of fun, and can be a great networking tool.  If you ARE a Facebook member, click the banner above to join the group!

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/30/startup-bizcast-updates-previews-inside-tidbits-and-networking/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/30/startup-bizcast-updates-previews-inside-tidbits-and-networking/ Small Business Recommended Reading (09-30-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/407503905/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/30/small-business-recommended-reading-09-30-08/#comments Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:23:54 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/30/small-business-recommended-reading-09-30-08/ Here’s this week’s small business recommended reading from Startup BizCast!

Business groups upset over bailout vote
Bizjournals

Small Business Economic Confidence Falls Sharply
MarketWatch (Press Release)

Maternity scheme ‘no good for business’
NEWS.com.au (Australia)

Entertainment Accounting
PEX Card Corporate Finance Blog

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/30/small-business-recommended-reading-09-30-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/30/small-business-recommended-reading-09-30-08/ Startup BizCast #65 - Small Business Computer Security (Ken Colburn) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/401693756/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/24/startup-bizcast-65-small-business-computer-security-ken-colburn/#comments Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:45:41 +0000 Steve Mullen entrepreneurssmall business advicesmall business computerssmall business newssmall business tips http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/24/startup-bizcast-65-small-business-computer-security-ken-colburn/ Are the worst enemies to your small office computer network banging on the gates, or walking around inside the castle?  Truly, there are plenty of people out there trying to harm your business, either by writing viruses or actively trying to gain access to your data.  You need to protect yourself from those threats.  However, another threat is just as much of a problem — your own employees inadvertently damaging your network.  This week’s guest on Startup BizCast is Ken Colburn from Data Doctors.  He has advice on how to secure your network from all threats, whether they’re from within or without.

In this week’s BizCast Brief — surveys covering the economy and traveling.

Links mentioned in this week’s episide:
Data Doctors (www.datadoctors.com)

Also — don’t forget to join the Startup BizCast Group on Facebook!

Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , , , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/24/startup-bizcast-65-small-business-computer-security-ken-colburn/feed/ 14:00 Small Business Computer Security Are the worst enemies to your small office computer network banging on the gates, or walking around inside the castle? Truly, there are plenty of people out there trying to harm your business either by writing viruses or actively trying to gain access to your data. You need to protect yourself from those threats. However, another threat is just as much of a problem -- your own employees inadvertently damaging your network. This week's guest on Startup BizCast is Ken Colburn from Data Doctors. He has advice on how to secure your network from all threats, whether they're from within or without. In this week's BizCast Brief -- surveys covering the economy and traveling. Links mentioned in this week's episide: Data Doctors (www.datadoctors.com) small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen clean No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/24/startup-bizcast-65-small-business-computer-security-ken-colburn/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-65-080924.mp3 Small Business Recommended Reading (9-23-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/401053997/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/23/small-business-recommended-reading-9-23-08/#comments Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:57:39 +0000 Steve Mullen small business newssmall business tips http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/23/small-business-recommended-reading-9-23-08/ Here’s this week’s small business recommended reading from Startup BizCast!

Survey: small businesses remain optimistic
Bizjournals

National Survey Shows Traveler Award Programs Important But Too Difficult to Redeem
MarketWatch (news release)

Promises, promises, but which party has the best ideas for small business?
New Brunswick (Canada) Business Journal

Small-business owners forge ahead with holiday party plans
Dallas Morning News

Cost Cutters: Reduce Shipping Costs
The Wall Street Journal

Brand Building Tips (On A Budget)
SEOBook

What Media Crunches Mean To Your PR Efforts
Small Business Daily

, ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/23/small-business-recommended-reading-9-23-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/23/small-business-recommended-reading-9-23-08/ Support Your Favorite Podcasts http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/395781379/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/17/support-your-favorite-podcasts/#comments Thu, 18 Sep 2008 02:14:58 +0000 Steve Mullen http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/17/support-your-favorite-podcasts/ Nominating for the 2008 People’s Choice Podcast Awards opened this week.  Click the banner below and nominate your favorite show, whether it’s mine or someone else’s!  Podcasters don’t usually get paid, so this is a great way to say “thanks!”


]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/17/support-your-favorite-podcasts/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/17/support-your-favorite-podcasts/ Startup BizCast #64 - Fall Tax Update (Glen Weilandt) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/395087723/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/17/startup-bizcast-64-fall-tax-update-glen-weilandt/#comments Wed, 17 Sep 2008 10:45:52 +0000 Steve Mullen small business advicesmall business newssmall business taxes http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/17/startup-bizcast-64-fall-tax-update-glen-weilandt/ Fall isn’t a time when you normally think much about taxes … unless, that is, you filed for an extension back in April.  If you did, that means your taxes are due next month.  Additionally, the more thinking you do NOW, the higher the chances you’ll lower your tax burden when you file next year.  Joining me this week is Glen Weilandt with Roni Deutch Tax Centers.  We’ll discuss a variety of tax issues relevant to small business owners.

Also in this episode — an announcement about the new Startup BizCast voice mail hotline, a reminder about the Startup BizCast Facebook Group, and small business news in BizCast Brief.

Links mentioned in this week’s episode:
Roni Deutch Tax Center (www.rdtc.com)

Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/17/startup-bizcast-64-fall-tax-update-glen-weilandt/feed/ 12:05 Fall Tax Update Fall isn't a time when you normally think much about taxes ... unless, that is, you filed for an extension back in April. If you did, that means your 2007 taxes are due next month. Additionally, the more thinking you do NOW, the higher the chances you'll lower your tax burden when you file next year. Joining me this week is Glen Weilandt with Roni Deutch Tax Centers. We'll discuss a variety of tax issues relevant to small business owners. Also in this episode -- an announcement about the new Startup BizCast voice mail hotline, a reminder about the Startup BizCast Facebook Group, and small business news in BizCast Brief. Links mentioned in this week's episode: Roni Deutch Tax Center (www.rdtc.com) small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen clean No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/17/startup-bizcast-64-fall-tax-update-glen-weilandt/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bzicast-64-080917.mp3 Small Business Recommended Reading (09-16-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/394473878/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/16/small-business-recommended-reading-09-16-08/#comments Tue, 16 Sep 2008 19:17:50 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/16/small-business-recommended-reading-09-16-08/ Here’s this week’s recommended reading from Startup BizCast!

Small Business Owners Back McCain
PRWeb (press release)

As Credit Lines Fade, Credit Cards Step In
New York Times

Lenovo aims ThinkServer line at SMEs
vnunet.com

The Wall Street Journal
Small Firms See Financing Harder to Get

Lessons from Ike
BusinessWeek

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/16/small-business-recommended-reading-09-16-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/16/small-business-recommended-reading-09-16-08/ New Startup BizCast Voicemail Number http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/394255662/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/16/new-startup-bizcast-voicemail-number/#comments Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:37:47 +0000 Steve Mullen site news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/16/new-startup-bizcast-voicemail-number/ phone.jpgHey folks.  I had to register a new voicemail phone number today.  My apologies to anyone who tried to call the old one, but ended up getting one of those “fast busy” signals.  I subscribe to a service that gives you a free voicemail and emails any received messages to your inbox.  It’s awesome for podcasting, but unfortunately if it’s not used for a month, your number disappears.  I’ve gone through a period where I haven’t gotten any voicemails for a little while, and I forgot to call it myself to keep it active.  So … I lost my old number.

Here is the new Startup BizCast voicemail hotline number:  206-350-7905

If you’ve tried to call recently but weren’t able to get through, PLEASE try again!

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/16/new-startup-bizcast-voicemail-number/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/16/new-startup-bizcast-voicemail-number/ Startup BizCast #63 - Phoning in your Small Business (Mark Asnes) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/388557433/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/10/startup-bizcast-63-phoning-in-your-small-business-mark-asnes/#comments Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:45:25 +0000 Steve Mullen entrepreneurssmall business newssmall business podcastsstartups http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/10/startup-bizcast-63-phoning-in-your-small-business-mark-asnes/ These days, if you only use your cell phone to talk to other people, you’re considered behind the times.  Today’s cell phones email, text, surf the web, and much more.  My guest this week is Mark Asnes from Wireless Zone.  He has tips for how you can use your cell phone to make your small business life easier.

Also in this episode, an announcement about the new Startup BizCast group on Facebook!  If you haven’t joined the group, head on over and do so!

In this week’s BizCast Brief, more hurricane preparedness tips, the SBA helping Florida nonprofits, and managing telecommuting workers.

Links mentioned in this week’s episode:
Wireless Zone (www.wirelesszone.com)

Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/10/startup-bizcast-63-phoning-in-your-small-business-mark-asnes/feed/ 16:13 Phoning in your Small Business These days, if you only use your cell phone to talk to other people, you're considered behind the times. Today's cell phones email, text, surf the web, and much more. My guest this week is Mark Asnes from Wireless Zone. He has tips for how you can use your cell phone to make your small business life easier. Also in this episode, an announcement about the new Startup BizCast group on Facebook! If you haven't joined the group, head on over and do so! In this week's BizCast Brief, more hurricane preparedness tips, the SBA helping Florida nonprofits, and managing telecommuting workers. Links mentioned in this week's episode: Wireless Zone (www.wirelesszone.com) small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen no No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/10/startup-bizcast-63-phoning-in-your-small-business-mark-asnes/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-63-080910.mp3 Small Business Recommended Reading (09-09-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/387916766/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/09/small-business-recommended-reading-09-09-08/#comments Tue, 09 Sep 2008 19:00:19 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/09/small-business-recommended-reading-09-09-08/ Here’s this week’s recommended reading from Startup BizCast!

Is Your Business Prepared for a Disaster?
Wall Street Journal Blogs

SBA offers disaster loans to some Florida nonprofits
Bizjournals

Telecommuting means change in management style
San Francisco Chronicle

How to Make a Splash for Your Small Business
Small Business Mole

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/09/small-business-recommended-reading-09-09-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/09/small-business-recommended-reading-09-09-08/ Startup BizCast #62 - Small Business Viral Marketing (Dave Saunders) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/382225023/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/03/startup-bizcast-62-small-business-viral-marketing-dave-saunders/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:45:09 +0000 Steve Mullen entrepreneurshurricane preparednesssmall business advicesmall business newsstartups http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/03/startup-bizcast-62-small-business-viral-marketing-dave-saunders/ I love it when someone emails a friend about my business.  How would you like it if thousands of people were emailing friends about something you created?  When something on the Internet gains that kind of traction and gets spread around from friend to friend, it’s said that it’s “gone viral”.  In this episode of Startup BizCast, I visit the office of Dave Saunders, president of advertising and new media firm Madison + Main, to talk about how you can use viral marketing to benefit your small business.

In BizCast Brief:  How to prepare for a disaster such as a hurricane, and problems with small business insurance subsidies in Maryland.

Also … a big thanks!

Links mentioned in this week’s episode:
Steps to Protect your Assets if a Hurricane Aproaches
 SBA Disaster Services (http://www.sba.gov/services/disasterassistance/index.html)
Madison + Main (http://www.madisonmain.com/)

Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , , , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/03/startup-bizcast-62-small-business-viral-marketing-dave-saunders/feed/ 18:30 Small Business Viral Marketing I love it when someone emails a friend about my business. How would you like it if thousands of people were emailing friends about something you created? When something on the Internet gains that kind of traction and gets spread around from friend to friend, it's said that it's "gone viral". In this episode of Startup BizCast, I visit the office of Dave Saunders, president of advertising and new media firm Madison + Main, to talk about how you can use viral marketing to benefit your small business. In BizCast Brief: How to prepare for a disaster such as a hurricane, and problems with small business insurance subsidies in Maryland. Also ... a big thanks! Links mentioned in this week's episode: Steps to Protect your Assets if a Hurricane Aproaches SBA Disaster Services (http://www.sba.gov/services/disasterassistance/index.html) Madison + Main (http://www.madisonmain.com/) small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen clean No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/03/startup-bizcast-62-small-business-viral-marketing-dave-saunders/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-62-080903.mp3 Startup BizCast on Facebook http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/382455300/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/03/startup-bizcast-on-facebook/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:00:47 +0000 Steve Mullen facebooksocial networking http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/03/startup-bizcast-on-facebook/ I’ve started a Facebook group for Startup BizCast.  It’s a great way for listeners to network and not only learn from each other but also perhaps trade some business.  This podcast has plenty of listeners and is growing each week, so I’m hoping it will be a great resource for everyone!  I’ll also be posting special previews of upcoming shows.  My hope is also that it will be a great way to contact my guests, as I’m planning to invite each new guest to join the group as well.  If you head over there, you’ll notice that this week’s guest, Dave Saunders, has already joined the group.  Casey Quinlan, who was my guest in episode 47, is also a member of the group.

If you’re a Facebook member, all you have to do is click the banner above or this link, and then join up to the group.  If you’re not a Facebook member, join up!  It’s fun, and a great way to network!

, ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/03/startup-bizcast-on-facebook/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/03/startup-bizcast-on-facebook/ Small Business Recommended Reading (9-2-08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/381552748/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/02/small-business-recommended-reading-9-2-08/#comments Tue, 02 Sep 2008 17:39:01 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/02/small-business-recommended-reading-9-2-08/ Here’s this week’s recommended reading from Startup BizCast!

Steps to Protect your Assets if a Hurricane Aproaches
Small Business Today

SBA Disaster Services

Small business owners excited about health program, but some left out
The Herald-Mail (MD)

McCain or Obama: Who Deserves the Small Business Vote?
Wall Street Journal Blogs

Small Business: Pricing business’ products and services
Newsday.com

Tips for managing a small business’ books
Los Angeles Times

10 Ways to Use LinkedIn That You Never Thought Of
Biz.edu

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/02/small-business-recommended-reading-9-2-08/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/09/02/small-business-recommended-reading-9-2-08/ Startup BizCast #61 - Small Business Webinars (Rich Baker) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/376078137/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/27/startup-bizcast-61-small-business-webinars-rich-baker/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:45:28 +0000 Steve Mullen entrepreneurssmall business advicesmall business newsstartupswebinars http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/27/startup-bizcast-61-small-business-webinars-rich-baker/ It feels good to get back into the studio chair after taking a couple of weeks off this month — one due to workload and one due to vacation.  This week we’re talking about another new media tool that you can use to promote and brand your small business.  Rich Baker, CEO of Glance Networks, joins me in Startup BizCast 61 to talk about webinars, and how you can use them to your benefit.

In this week’s BizCast Brief: Stories about improving small business owner confidence and missing planks in the U.S. Democratic Party platform.

Links mentioned in this week’s episode:
Glance (www.glance.net)

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Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts.


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, , , , ]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/27/startup-bizcast-61-small-business-webinars-rich-baker/feed/ 10:30 Small Business Webinars It feels good to get back into the studio chair after taking a couple of weeks off this month -- one due to workload and one due to vacation. This week we're talking about another new media tool that you can use to promote and brand your small business. Rich Baker, CEO of Glance Networks, joins me in Startup BizCast 61 to talk about webinars, and how you can use them to your benefit. In this week's BizCast Brief: Stories about improving small business owner confidence and missing planks in the U.S. Democratic Party platform. Links mentioned in this week's episode: Glance (www.glance.net) Startup BizCasts theme music is Entranced by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network. Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit www.endgamepr.com/podcasts. small,business,,podcast,,business,,entrepreneurs,,tips,,startups Steve Mullen clean No http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/27/startup-bizcast-61-small-business-webinars-rich-baker/http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3?http://media.blubrry.com/startupbizcast/www.startupbizcast.com/audio/startup-bizcast-61-080827.mp3 Small Business Recommended Reading (8/26/08) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/375264201/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/26/small-business-recommended-reading-82608/#comments Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:21:50 +0000 Steve Mullen small business news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/26/small-business-recommended-reading-82608/ Here’s this week’s Startup BizCast Small Business Recommended Reading!

Democratic Platform Dodges Key Small Business Issues
PRNewswire (Via Yahoo News)

Small Business Economic Confidence Increases for Second Consecutive Month
PRNewswire (via Yahoo News)

Joe Biden: Friend of Small Business?
US News & World Report Blogs

Credit crunch hurting entrepreneurs
The Dallas Morning News

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/26/small-business-recommended-reading-82608/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/26/small-business-recommended-reading-82608/ We’re Back! http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/375253169/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/26/were-back/#comments Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:16:50 +0000 Steve Mullen site news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/26/were-back/ I’m back!  After a week at the beach that was somewhat disturbed by Tropical Storm Fay, I’m back in the office.  I’m about to post this week’s Recommended Reading, and I’m in the middle of producing this week’s episode.  Startup BizCast #61 will feature a full compliment of news, as well as an interview with tips on using webinars for your small business.  Expect the show to be published early tomorrow morning.  Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss it!

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/26/were-back/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/26/were-back/ No new episode this week http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/367455983/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/17/no-new-episode-this-week-2/#comments Sun, 17 Aug 2008 19:05:31 +0000 Steve Mullen site news http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/17/no-new-episode-this-week-2/ Hi all–

Laptop BeachJust a quick note to let you know there will be no new episode of Startup BizCast released this week, as I’m on vacation!  I’ll be back next week with a brand new show, which is already in the works.

In the meantime, if you haven’t heard every episode of Startup BizCast, check out some of the older shows … they’ll be new to you!

-Steve

]]> http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/17/no-new-episode-this-week-2/feed/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/17/no-new-episode-this-week-2/ Startup BizCast #60 - What to Shred and How to Shred It (Joe Roberto) http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/startupbizcastblog/~3/363791158/ http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/13/startup-bizcast-60-what-to-shred-and-how-to-shred-it-joe-roberto/#comments Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:45:14 +0000 Steve Mullen entrepreneursidentity theftsmall business advicesmall business newsstartups http://www.startupbizcast.com/2008/08/13/startup-bizcast-60-what-to-shred-and-how-to-shred-it-joe-roberto/ This is a packed show!

In this week’s interview segment: What if one of your customers became the victim of identity theft … and you were the cause?  Needless to say, it wouldn’t be good for your business.  This week we’re talking about protecting the personal information of your customers.  As someone who recently had his business credit card number stolen (don’t know HOW it happened) I’m particularly sensitive these days about making sure that anything that contains my personal information is shredded properly.  My guest is Joe Roberto from Shred-Tech, a company that produces shredding and recycling systems.  He provides advice on what to shred, and how to shred it.

Also in this episode: I answer a listener question about how to blog effectively for a gas station!

ALSO in this episode: The BizCast Brief, with information on the Fortune 100 fastest growing small businesses, and predicted growth in the amount of tech spending by small businesses.

Links mentioned in this week’s episode:
Shred-Tech (www.shred-tech.com)

Startup BizCast’s theme music is “Entranced” by Blake Emrys. The full version of the song, along with other music by the same artist, can be downloaded at Podsafe Music Network.

Startup BizCast is produced by BizPodz, the corporate podcast production service from EndGame Public Relations, LLC. For more information on how your business can take advantage of the social media revolution, please visit