July 2011 Archives

School of Business 07/30/2011

Interviewer: Russ Capper, John Beddow | Guest: The BusinessMakers | Episode: 321 | Date: July 30, 2011

Russ and John present the show about the innovators and the entrepreneurs. Our school is special; we have NO GRADUATES! Includes: the BusinessMakers Quote of the Week—more pithy truth from American science fiction writer Robert Heinlein; This Week in Business History includes the beginnings of REALLY important stuff like champagne (we go way back!), the U.S. Census, and MTV; the Jargon Challenge Round—trendy technospeak that YOU should know; and Dumb Moments in Business History—SkyWest Airlines upsets a customer.

Phil Miner - Miner Holding Co.

Interviewer: Russ Capper | Guest: Phil Miner | Episode: 321 | Date: July 30, 2011

As a child, Phil Miner watched his entrepreneur father build his business. As an adult, he gave into the “calling” to launch his own company. In the course of 17 years, Miner has never had an unprofitable quarter. Russ interviews the founder and chairman of Miner Holding Co., which offers a single point of contact for emergency repair service and planned maintenance support nationwide. Miner Holding Co. services “Docks, Doors & More,” promising to keep clients’ products moving through the warehouse and out the front door.

Dr John Lienhard - The Engines of Our Ingenuity

Interviewer: Russ Capper | Guest: John Lienhard | Episode: 321 | Date: July 30, 2011

Russ returns for a visit with the wonderful Dr. John Lienhard, originator, author and voice of “The Engines of Our Ingenuity,” heard on National Public Radio. (He is now working on Episode 2729!) Lienhard offers thoughts on creativity and innovation over the years. What does he think of today’s technology? His perspectives will amaze you.

Brand New Money - The Impact of Mission, Vision and Values on Productivity

Interviewer: Jonathan Fisher | Guest: Jonathan Fisher | Episode: 321 | Date: July 30, 2011

Can your employees verbalize your MVV? Jonathan Fisher, chairman and COO of BrandExtract, tells why it’s critical to your profits.

Women Mean Business - Laura Nelson

Interviewer: Leisa Holland-Nelson | Guest: Laura Nelson | Episode: 321 | Date: July 30, 2011

WMB host Leisa Holland-Nelson, president of ContentActive, interviews the thoughtful Laura Nelson, Daughter Extraordinaire.

PKF Texas: The Entrepreneur’s Playbook® - Trade Organization Involvment

Interviewer: Greg Price | Guest: Greg Price | Episode: 321 | Date: July 30, 2011

Should you be more active in your trade organizations? Greg Price knows the answer and has a perspective you will want to hear.

School of Business 07/23/2011

Interviewer: Russ Capper, John Beddow | Guest: The BusinessMakers | Episode: 320 | Date: July 23, 2011

Russ and John present episode number 320 (WOW!) of the show that focuses on the innovators and the entrepreneurs. We have more entrepreneurs here in the U.S. than anybody. Includes: the BusinessMakers Quote of the Week—painful truth from American science fiction writer Robert Heinlein; This Week in Business History includes innovative foods like Shredded Wheat and the hamburger, NASA and Lance Armstrong; the Jargon Challenge Round—trendy technospeak that YOU should know; and Dumb Moments in Business History—Bank losses and budget cuts are just a sign of the times.

Sheryl Rapp - The UP Experience

Interviewer: Sheryl Rapp | Guest: Sheryl Rapp | Episode: 320 | Date: July 23, 2011

Russ visits with Sheryl Rapp, co-founder of The UP Experience, an interactive event that features 14-16 speakers on varied topics. This year’s event is scheduled for October 27, 2011. Sheryl reviews past speakers and future expectations.

David Underwood - TopSpot Internet Marketing Solutions

Interviewer: Russ Capper | Guest: David Underwood | Episode: 320 | Date: July 23, 2011

Think you know about Search Engine Optimization? Russ visits with David Underwood, co-founder and president of search marketing firm TopSpot Internet Marketing Solutions. TopSpot was recently awarded the very rare Certified Premium Partner Status with Google; David discusses the partnership, SEO, Google Analytics and TopSpot’s upcoming Google breakfast on July 29.