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Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast

Shannon Jean & Dave Hamilton

Two long-time small-business owners, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean, come to you each week to talk through the trials, success, pitfalls and tips it takes to successfully run a small business in today’s world. Hear real-world folks talk about real-world problems, letting you know not only what it takes to get it done but that you’re not alone in doing it!

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19:18

FridAI - Gmail and Calendar Takeover

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2025/06/13

In this Business Brain episode, Dave Hamilton celebrates the 20th anniversary of his first podcast, Mac Geek Gab, reflecting on how a direct email to Steve Jobs led to Apple featuring his show on the launch day of their iTunes podcast directory. This moment serves as a springboard for a […]The post FridAI – Gmail and Calendar Takeover – Business Brain 657 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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I Need Time More Than I Need Money – Business Brain 656

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2025/06/11

In this episode of Business Brain, Shannon Jean kicks off the discussion by highlighting the importance of experimentation through a simple product called the Brain Press—a tactile fidget toy created by a fellow entrepreneur he follows on X. The segment uses the Brain Press as a springboard to emphasize the […]The post I Need Time More Than I Need Money – Business Brain 656 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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FridAI - Projects and Strangers

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/06/06

In this Casual Friday episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon kick things off with a light-hearted celebration of National Donut Day before diving into a deeper conversation inspired by a post from Dr. Julie Gerner: “If I was a stranger stepping into this person’s life, what would I immediately […]The post FridAI – Projects and Strangers – Business Brain 655 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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22:56

Let them Cancel and Don't Make Excuses

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/06/04

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton kicks things off by sharing a standout customer service experience with FMPHost, a FileMaker Pro hosting company. After years of reliable service, Dave moved his FileMaker database to a self-hosted Docker container to save costs and consolidate resources. He praised FMPHost for […]The post Let them Cancel and Don’t Make Excuses – Business Brain 654 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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24:40

FridAI - Priorities and Calendars

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/30

In Episode 653 of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton shares a candid story about a business deal that fell apart after 18 months of negotiations. Despite the initial disappointment, Dave felt unexpected relief—realizing that the deal would have meant giving up control of the business and taking on fixed employment terms. […]The post FridAI – Priorities and Calendars – Business Brain 653 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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23:49

Survival Entrepreneurship

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/28

In Episode 652 of Business Brain, Shannon Jean shares reflections from a recent trip to St. Lucia, highlighting the stark contrast between poverty and wealth on the island. He emphasizes how entrepreneurship there is a means of survival, with locals creatively hustling to sell everything from handmade goods to rum […]The post Survival Entrepreneurship – Business Brain 652 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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21:20

The Credibility Funnel + FridAI

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/23

In Episode 651 of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon dive into the concept of a “credibility funnel”—a precursor or complement to the traditional sales funnel. Shannon emphasizes how today’s AI tools can elevate a business’s professional image, especially through visual storytelling. He shares how he uses Napkin.ai to visualize abstract […]The post The Credibility Funnel + FridAI – Business Brain 651 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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22:46

You Need a 3rd Brain with Michael Greenberg –...

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/21

In Episode 650 of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon welcome guest Michael Greenberg from 3rd Brain to explore the essential but often overlooked world of digital operations. Michael explains that before companies dive into AI and automation, they need to establish solid foundations—clear processes, documented operations, and organized data. His […]The post You Need a 3rd Brain with Michael Greenberg – Business Brain 650 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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24:09

Every Business is in the Content Business + FridAI

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/16

In Episode 649 of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon focus on the power of consistency and content creation in modern business. Kicking off with a listener email about the value of handwritten thank-you notes, they stress the importance of thoughtful outreach and relationship-building. From there, they segue into a deeper […]The post Every Business is in the Content Business + FridAI – Business Brain 649 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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22:20

The EDU Episode

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/14

In Episode 648 of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon dive into the evolving landscape of education and its impact on entrepreneurship and the workforce. Shannon shares a conversation with a colleague who helps businesses start trade schools—not just for profit, but to solve hiring challenges. These businesses leverage trade schools […]The post The EDU Episode – Business Brain 648 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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17:22

FridAI - ShannonGPT + Shopify

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/09

In this FridAI episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon dive into the evolving future of pay-per-click advertising in a world increasingly dominated by AI tools like ChatGPT, noting how AI is replacing traditional search behavior and potentially reshaping monetization models. They discuss Shannon’s creation of a custom GPT trained […]The post FridAI – ShannonGPT + Shopify – Business Brain 647 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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21:44

The Agreement that Saves Partnerships

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/07

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon dive into the value of creating a “working agreement” before starting any business partnership. They discuss how this simple, non-binding document can clarify roles, expectations, and accountability—helping partners avoid misunderstandings and preserving friendships if things don’t work out. Framed as the […]The post The Agreement that Saves Partnerships – Business Brain 646 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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21:11

Strategy is Choosing What Not to Do + FridAI

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/05/02

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon dive into a mix of tech, strategy, and entrepreneurship insights. They discuss the mental exhaustion of constant video calls, particularly the unnatural experience of seeing oneself too often on Zoom. They explore the idea that strategy is about choosing what not […]The post Strategy is Choosing What Not to Do + FridAI – Business Brain 645 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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20:17

Leveraging your ADHD Superpower

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/04/30

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave and Shannon discuss how traits associated with ADHD—like jumping between ideas, hyper-focus, and high risk tolerance—can actually serve as superpowers for entrepreneurs. They share personal experiences, acknowledge their unofficial ADHD diagnoses, and talk about learning to manage it through strategies like using ChatGPT, […]The post Leveraging your ADHD Superpower – Business Brain 644 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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24:27

FridAI + The 3rd Door

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/04/25

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton shares a story about a $36,000 IRS refund check he mailed to his bank, which never arrived. After frustrating interactions with Citibank and the IRS, he turned to ChatGPT for help. ChatGPT guided him to use the IRS Practitioner Priority Line and […]The post FridAI + The 3rd Door – Business Brain 643 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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24:41

The 20/80 Opportunity

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/04/23

In this episode of Business Brain, Shannon introduces a new concept called the 20-80 Rule, a twist on the traditional 80/20 principle. His version suggests that investing two years of hard work upfront—building systems, making mistakes, and laying a solid foundation—can result in eight years of sustained revenue and business […]The post The 20/80 Opportunity – Business Brain 642 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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23:12

FridAI - Prompts and Blind Spots

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/04/18

An AI update from the hosts of the Business Brain podcast. Two powerful prompts to keep you from being left behind and a prompt to analyze your blind spots. Join us! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #641 for Casual Friday, April 18th, 2025 April 18th: Lineman Appreciation Day […]The post FridAI – Prompts and Blind Spots – Business Brain 641 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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25:25

Collin Rutherford of Founder Brands

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/04/16

Colin Rutherford joins the Business Brain podcast to share his entrepreneurial journey. Starting as a Division I hockey player at Dartmouth, he launched Greenbox Storage, a summer storage service for college students. Despite balancing 30 hours a week of hockey and Ivy League academics, he learned critical time management skills […]The post Collin Rutherford of Founder Brands – Business Brain 640 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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21:27

The Positive Learning Framework + FridAI

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/04/11

Dave and Shannon kick off the episode reflecting on the importance of mindset and self-talk. Dave shares a recent insight: instead of saying “I wish I had known that,” he shifted to “I’m glad I know that now,” which they agree is a powerful mental reframe. They talk about how […]The post The Positive Learning Framework + FridAI – Business Brain 639 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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21:49

The Billionaire Perspective

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast ·

2025/04/09

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean kick things off with a humorous nod to International ASMR Day before diving into key business tips. Dave shares insights from the Podcast Movement Evolutions conference, emphasizing the importance of identifying where your industry engages online—like how the podcast […]The post The Billionaire Perspective – Business Brain 638 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

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