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Exploring the Impact of Junior Achievement with Marie Camp

In this episode of Rethinking Business Success Sauce and Two Pickles, hosts Tamara McDuff and Sid Ragona interview Marie Kamp, Vice President of Programs and Learning Experiences at Junior Achievement (JA). Marie provides an in-depth look at JA's diverse programs aimed at inspiring and preparing students for their future careers, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial success. Detailing programs like JA BizTown, JA Finance Park, and various special events, Marie outlines the impressive reach and impact JA has had on the Rochester area, including engaging over 16,000 students in the last fiscal year. She also shares her personal journey to JA, the organization's mission, volunteer opportunities, and the critical importance of mentoring and financial education for the youth. The discussion concludes with insights on Marie's motivations, advice for her younger self, and a call for community involvement.
marie.kamp@ja.org

https://cuny.ja.org/

00:35 Introduction and Host Welcome
01:14 Introducing Junior Achievement
01:38 Impressive Numbers and Programs
03:03 Marie Camp Joins the Conversation
03:34 Junior Achievement's History and Mission
06:16 Program Details and Volunteer Involvement
07:14 Special Events and Competitions
10:18 JA Discovery Center Overview
16:40 Student Participation and Impact
26:33 Marie Camp's Personal Journey
29:07 Balancing Career and Family
30:13 Transition to Nonprofit Work
31:42 Joining Junior Achievement
34:41 Impact of Financial Literacy
36:10 Advice to My Younger Self
38:22 Mentorship and Influences
40:13 Passion for Education
42:15 Challenges of Teaching Financial Literacy
50:07 Inspiring Hope and Future Opportunities
53:21 Conclusion and Contact Information

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Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey with Flossie Hall of the Stella Foundation

In this episode of 'Rethinking Business: Success Sauce and Two Pickles,' hosts Tamara and Sid welcome Flossie Hall from the Stella Foundation to discuss her journey in entrepreneurship. Flossie shares insights on starting and scaling a business, including essential elements like time management, access to capital, and leveraging local and national resources. She recounts her own experiences from building a seven-figure meal prep company to the lessons learned from her failures. Flossie also emphasizes the importance of maintaining work-life balance, mentorship, and legal protection in business. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode offers valuable takeaways for managing business and personal well-being.

https://stella.co/
Founded in 2012, Stella connects women founders and investors to the right resource–at the right time–in their journeys. From ideation to funding to exit, women founders and investors look to Stella for its powerful constellation of support made up of an inclusive community, courses, access to capital events, advisory services and funding opportunities.

00:35 Introduction and New Year's Greetings
00:57 Introducing Special Guest: Flossie Hall
02:16 Understanding the Stella Foundation
03:32 The Journey to Pre-Seed Funding
05:22 Flossie's Entrepreneurial Beginnings
06:43 Lessons from Early Business Failures
12:24 Balancing Business and Personal Life
16:18 Self-Care and Productivity Tips
19:04 The Importance of Routine and Boundaries
25:20 Reflecting on the Entrepreneurial Mindset
30:46 Embracing Hard Work and Perseverance
32:22 The Importance of Mentorship
34:11 Overcoming Adversity and Building Resilience
35:31 Legal Protection and Business Advice
39:25 Finding Balance and Setting Priorities
44:20 Leveraging Local and National Resources
48:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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Unlocking Google: Tips for Small Business Success
with Kelsey Flannery of KaeRae Marketing
https://www.kaeraemarketing.com/

In this episode of 'Rethinking Business, Success Sauce and Two Pickles,' hosts Tamara McDuff and Sid Ragona are joined by Kelsey Flannery from KaeRay Marketing. They dive deep into the world of Google, from its surprising original name to its current dominance as a search engine. Kelsey shares valuable insights on why Google is essential for small businesses, offering practical tips on setting up and optimizing a Google Business profile, SEO strategies, and the importance of understanding your audience. Additionally, Kelsey discusses her journey from ad agency work to becoming a confident business owner and educator, highlighting the importance of branding and honest marketing. She also touches on the use of AI tools like ChatGPT, emphasizing the need for personal touch in content creation. This episode is packed with actionable advice for small business owners looking to enhance their online presence and navigate the complexities of Google.

• 00:33 Introduction and Today's Topic
• 01:00 Fun Facts About Google
• 02:38 Introducing the Google Expert
• 03:54 Importance of Branding and Google
• 05:13 Google Business Tools and SEO
• 06:54 Simplifying Google for Small Businesses
• 13:30 Customer Journey and Overcoming Frustrations
• 20:32 Building Confidence and Expertise
• 24:28 The Importance of Honest Feedback
• 25:42 Mentorship and Foundational Advice
• 27:50 Balancing Client Work and Personal Growth
• 28:37 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency
• 33:06 Understanding AI's Role in Content Creation
• 42:25 Reflecting on Personal and Professional Growth
• 48:27 Future Aspirations and Educational Goals
• 50:36 Connecting with Kelsey and Final Thoughts