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Welcome to “The Water Faucet; quenching your thirst for answers on drinking water”. I am Harry Harman. A professional engineer with over 45 years’ experience. I’ve designed hundreds of potable water projects which supply drinking water to everyday people just like you. Join me for an exciting voyage of discovery; where I will answer your questions about what you deserve most and can’t live without; clean, safe, and abundant drinking water.
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A wellness podcast for every body.
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Drink water- This podcast is for the young millennials and the problems they face in their day to day life to cope with the changing world and environment around them.
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In this podcast I’m being funny doing a same with water !!! Or at least trying to be funny 😂 (see what I did there)
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Artist Lisa Horlander and her guests share tips and stories to help you survive as an artist, learn about art, and enjoy a good laugh.
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No-nonsense insight for business folks! Whether you're contemplating starting a business, you're new to business, or you're a pro who is dealing with unresolved challenges, this is the place for you. You'll get actionable ideas, insights, and the motivation to grow your business, as you've always hoped to. Your host, Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor brings down-to-earth talk, conversation with thought-leaders, and much more. The key to your success lies in the untapped potential of you a ...
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Por Ed Drozda
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Have you ever battled imposter syndrome or chased a dream that seemed impossible? Join us as Yemi Sekoni shares her powerful story of resilience and passion in the evolving fashion industry. Don't miss this episode! #Entrepreneurship #FashionIndustryPor Ed Drozda
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Can your business thrive amidst unpredictability? Join Ed Drozda on 'The Water Trough' as he explores how to leverage government and environmental changes to your benefit. Let's build healthier businesses together! #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAdvicePor Ed Drozda
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Excited or uncertain about AI? Join me as I reflect on the impact of artificial intelligence on our lives and businesses. Discover how we can embrace technology without losing our human touch. #Podcast #ArtificialIntelligence #Business"Por Ed Drozda
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Por Ed Drozda
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Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor discusses the impact of aggressive selling tactics on customer relationships. Sharing a personal experience with a lawn care service, he highlights how persistent up-selling and harassment can damage a company's reputation. Emphasizing the need for businesses to maintain control over their sales practices, he wa…
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In this episode of 'The Water Trough,' Ed Drozda, the Small Business Doctor, revisits a previous discussion on the relationship between power and leadership. Ed emphasizes the importance of reflecting on different leadership styles and the power they wield. Ed urges both leaders and followers to critically assess their roles and motivations to ensu…
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Dive into the essentials of marketing with the latest episode of "The Water Trough"! We're discussing the power of asking the right questions and managing feedback to fuel growth. Tune in today! #smallbusiness #marketingtips #business growth #managefeedbackPor Ed Drozda
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🏢 Ready to turn your business ideas into reality? 🌟 Listen to the latest episode of The Water Trough as we dive into the importance of a solid business plan with Ed Drozda, The Small Business Doctor. Let's make your business dreams happen!Por Ed Drozda
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In this episode of 'The Water Trough,' hosted by Ed Drozda, the Small Business Doctor, Ed provides guidance for individuals contemplating starting a business. He emphasizes the importance of taking things slow and establishing a solid foundation, including vetting ideas with trusted individuals and seeking their emotional support. Ed outlines the s…
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We like to think there’s a sharp dividing line between our personal lives and our professional lives, but we can’t escape that we are human beings dealing with other human beings at work. In this cast, I talk with Charles H. Green about how to deal with that fact in positive ways. Charlie is now semi-retired, and shifting his focus a bit in his new…
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Culture is the glue that supports the formation of synergy, in the workplace. I don't need to tell you how important synergy in the workplace is. Without it, we'd have a really difficult time getting things done effectively. If at all.Por Ed Drozda
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Culture is the sort of thing we take for granted. It exists, whether or not we sense it or understand it. It is at the core of every business, successful or not, and while our ability to manage it is limited, we had best know it well. How well do you know your business culture? Is it working for you?…
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Even the best laid plans can fail to come to fruition. It happens to all of us all the the time, and for most of us it is quite upsetting. But it is part of life and most of the time we cause more damage by worrying about it! Interested in being a guest on my podcast? Shoot me an email at ed@thesmallbizdoctor.com. I'd love to chat with you. If you …
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I am an educator and small business owner. I was always confident that being business savvy made me a better educator. Being an educator also has the potential to make us better business people. It is easier than you might think.Por Ed Drozda
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Building and maintaining a business is tough. There are times when you might feel as if you are on a hamster wheel. I know my hamsters loved that wheel but how about you? Unless you consider this exercise, perhaps it's time to take another look at that wheel.Por Ed Drozda
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Join me and my guest Danielle Inman as we discuss the importance of passion, persistence, and pioneering in the making of an entrepreneur. For anyone wondering if this path is for you, this inspirational story will definitely get your creative curiosity going. Danielle is a passionate force for animal welfare, conservation, and veterinary medicine.…
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Today, I have the pleasure of hosting Judi Harrington, a true master in the art of storytelling. Judi's unique talent lies in transforming business ideas into compelling narratives that resonate with the world. As a seasoned copywriter, she lives by the belief that true understanding comes from stepping outside our own perspectives, and today’s epi…
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Your employees are the key to your small business success. How do you treat them? Like workers, asking them to do more, for less? With respect, being fully aware that to them it is more than a paycheck? Perhaps things are going well and you ascribe to the old idea "if it ain't broke..." What if I were to tell you, it can always be better? Listen in…
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Under construction- conjures up ideas of not being ready for prime time, eh? Not so fast! A business that is under construction has chosen to remain open to possibility. It is a business that knows that the status quo is not reliable. It is a business that understands, innovation is a key to success.…
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Reconnecting with those lost connections
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As enticing as entrepreneurship is, it is often misunderstood. Join us as we take a look at the inner workings of the concept as well as the mindset of those who choose this path. My guest, John Panaccione is the co-founder of Folla Capital, an SEC-registered broker-dealer focused on helping small businesses and startups raise capital. Before launc…
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Marketing, love it or hate it, if you are a small business person you know it matters. Learn more about four fundamental elements that can take your marketing effort from mediocre to extraordinary. Intent, Audience, Content, and Venue...Por Ed Drozda
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Por Ed Drozda
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This second hiatus has turned out to be quite a lengthy one. It wasn't just a matter of relocating and settling in. It is about accepting that with major changes comes a lot of introspection. This process has taught me a few things, which I chose to share in this episode. At the root of it all, it doesn't matter if you are a small business owner, C…
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My guest, Dave Lubelczyk is a corporate escape artist dedicated to helping individuals break free from societal expectations and live authentically. His philosophy centers around empowering people to create a roadmap to realize their dreams, guiding them to define and follow their own unique paths. Society tells us to measure success in terms of am…
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Irene Stern Frielich discusses the attributes of courage, trust-building, and authenticity and how they have helped her achieve audacious goals she sets for herself. Setting those lofty goals, and having an operational plan to break down her goals and then execute on them, has helped Irene to grow her instructional design consulting business and ha…
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My Home Office Hacks Publisher Joe D’Eramo, a copywriter/marketing & PR consultant by trade, shares his insights on being more productive while working in a home office. During this episode, we’ll also delve into marketing campaigns for small business owners: what works and how they could be better. My guest is Joe D’Eramo, the founder and publishe…
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Today I am joined by Kelly Fox for a conversation about work and volunteerism in the non-profit sector. Kelly's journey is powerful and I want to share it with you, with the hope that you will be inspired to explore your opportunities. One of the most powerful takeaways is the impact that Kelly's non-profit work has had on her for-profit business. …
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Today I am joined by my guest and friend, Ed McDonough. Join us for an enlightening discussion about marketing strategies and tools that will help you to increase your visibility and sales effectiveness. Ed is the founder and Chief Marketing Officer of ECE Marketing Services which is located in New Bern, NC. Since 2001 Ed has been a successful entr…
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Your business does not exist in a vacuum. No matter how big your business is, the ability to analyze and understand your competition is essential for success. One analytical tool is Porter's 5 Forces Analysis. These 5 forces, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, threat of substitutes, and threat of new entries, can provide information …
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If you have ever been treated uncivilly, you know just how horrible it feels. Moreover, you know that the impact of being treated uncivilly is far-reaching. Working in an uncivil workplace is hell and the prosperity of the business is damaged as a result. Civility is a choice. It is not rocket science. What will you choose?…
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Today, I am joined by my guest, Kyle Swanson. Kyle is the founder of Ziel Leadership which is developing a soon-to-be-released program “Live Life Aligned.” The Live Life Aligned program equips people to live their personal and professional mission while moving closer to their goals and aspirations. To accomplish this, the program integrates mindful…
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They work after school, during the summers and breaks. The jobs they do may not be the most inspiring, but they are as essential as that which anyone else does. It is getting harder and harder to find these employees. How can we inspire them to join us?Por iStock Photos
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Traditional coaching is a top-down affair. It makes sense as it is the job of a manager to get things done through people. But it's more than getting things done. It's about getting things done effectively and efficiently. To accomplish that, a manager has to consider an employee-centric approach. Alas, the manager as coach. Adding coaching tools t…
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Join me as I discuss small business matters with John Dustin. John is the President of JED Insurance and Financial Service Agency and the Founder of the Optimal Collaborative Consulting Group. He is not only an experienced small business owner but he is an advocate for small businesses everywhere. Our topics range from the pressure (and distraction…
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A strategic alliance is a collaborative relationship between two or more parties. It is designed to facilitate the achievement of agreed-upon goals or to fulfill a critical business need while retaining the independence of the parties. Unlike a partnership, there is no need for a transfer of equity nor is costly legal assistance necessary, however,…
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A project pre-mortem is just what The Small Business Doctor prescribes to give you the best shot at a successful project.Por iStock Photos
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This episode is possible due to the amazing customer service offered by the staff of West Bridgewater Coin and Jewelry Buyers of West Bridgewater, MA. These folks put the customer in customer service. They truly have earned the title of 24kt customer service.Por iStock Photos
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On this episode of Don't Drink the Paint Water, guest Kristin Moore shares how she developed her style which captures her adventures between Texas and California!Por Lisa Horlander
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Our government is a not-so-great role model. Put something of great importance off to the last minute. But those of us in business know how to procrastinate too. The big question is WHY do we do It?Por iStock Photos
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Join me and my guest Richard Rimer for an enlightening (perhaps surprising) discussion about branding. If you own a business or if you support folks who do, you are not going to want to miss this. Richard Rimer has seen many small businesses close for an unexpected reason: they chose the wrong brand. Specifically, they chose a brand that was too si…
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All your attention is on the people who BUY what you are selling. But who is responsible for their buying? In large measure, it is your employees. Most of us do not have self-selling stuff. Maybe it's time for you to pay attention to your forgotten customers. You're buying customers will be pleased and I am pretty sure you won't mind the sales.…
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Promotions- employees love them, and employers need them. Ah, but as an employee, are your expectations realistic? And employers, are you promoting the folks with the greatest opportunity to succeed? Yes, promotions are important, but the way you handle them deserves considerable thought.Por iStock Photos
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I have reached a certain age. The big R (Retirement) is approaching. For some of us, this is such a cool thing. For others, well, it's a bit more confusing. Either way, it is not a time to be squandered. There is much to consider.Por iStock Photos
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We have all been there. Something is wrong and despite our best efforts, it's getting worse. What are we going to do?Por iStock Photos
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Communication- everybody knows it is the cornerstone of success in business and life in general. Most of us are pretty good at speaking, an essential ingredient of "verbal" communication. We nailed that at an early age. I also believe we are pretty good at hearing. After all, that is an automatic function, so for the majority, that is a given. But …
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In the words of Bill Belichick, head coach of the New England Patriots, DO YOUR JOB! You are a manager and so you are concerned about the productivity of your employees, as you should be. But if you are worried because you cannot SEE what they are doing, it's time you took a good look at what YOU are doing (or not doing).…
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Retirement comes for all but are you Fit-To-Retire? Money matters, of course, but there's much more to retirement than money. Join me and my guest, Chris Shea, a retirement professional. This is a time of your life you have earned and you deserve to live the way you see fit. Let's get you moving toward a successful journey. Chris Shea is a Register…
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