The Small Business Safari
Have you ever sat there and wondered "What am I doing here stuck in the concrete zoo of the corporate world?" Are you itching to get out? Chris Lalomia and his co-host Alan Wyatt traverse the jungle of entrepreneurship. Together they share their stories and help you explore the wild world of SCALING your business. With many years of owning their own small businesses, they love to give insight to the aspiring entrepreneur. So, are you ready to make the jump?
Episodes
266 episodes
From Welding To Wireless: A Family’s Exit Strategy | Jim Tracy
What does it take to go from the factory floor to the boardroom—and still keep your values intact? In this episode, we trade war stories with Jim Tracy, tracing his journey from welder to Wireless Hall of Fame leader. Jim shares how ...
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Episode 228
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54:13
Pick The Right Marketing Agency, Not The Cheapest | Andy Seeley
What happens when a business stops guessing on marketing and starts treating growth like a system? One gymnastics gym went from stalled growth to multi-million-dollar revenue—and the playbook applies to any small business. Andy Seeley tel...
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Episode 227
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42:12
From Distributor To Barber To Manufacturer: Eric Malka Shares The Playbook | Eric Malka
What does it really take to turn a scrappy New York storefront into a globally recognized luxury brand—and then exit it on your terms? Eric Malka breaks it all down.Summary Eric Malka shares the real story behind building a pr...
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Season 4
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Episode 226
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51:13
From Service to Skilled Trades: Creating Real Jobs for Veterans | Marty Strong
🎧 The Small Business SafariTitle: From Service to Skilled Trades: Creating Real Jobs for Veterans Too many veterans leave the military with discipline and grit—but no clear civilian pathway. Marty Strong is fixin...
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Episode 225
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52:47
From Bank Teller To CEO: Building Teams That Thrive | Courtney De Ronde
🎧 The Small Business Safari PodcastTitle: From Bank Teller to CEO: Building Teams That Thrive What if clarity—not hustle—was the real growth lever in your business?Summary: We unpack how ...
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Season 4
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Episode 224
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52:36
If Jobs Don’t Want Your Experience, Lead With Your Mission | John Tarnoff
Stop waiting to “feel ready.” Here’s the hard truth: confidence comes last. If layoffs, ageism, or career ghosting have knocked you sideways, this conversation with career transition coach John Tarnoff offers a practical way f...
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Season 4
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Episode 223
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41:35
Wicked Smart Real Estate, No Banks Required | Chris Prefontaine
What happens when an investor swears off banks, personal guarantees, and risky one-and-done deals? Chris Prefontaine rebuilt from the 2008 crash by creating a bank-free model that produces cash now, cash monthly, and cash at exit.Summ...
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Season 4
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Episode 222
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45:51
From Engineer To Award-Winning Remodeler | Rob Stephenson
What happens when you lose everything in 2008—and still choose to pay everyone back? Rob Stephenson rebuilt not just a business, but a reputation that now wins national NARI COTY awards.Summary:Rob Stephenson, founder of
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Season 4
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Episode 221
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1:02:27
She Left Wall Street, Built A Brand, And Found Freedom In Small Business | Jessica Dennehy
What happens when a regulatory attorney trades Wall Street stress for barber-chair swagger? Jessica shows how instinct, culture, and system design built a luxury grooming brand that outlasted the copycats.Summary:Jessica, f...
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Season 4
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Episode 220
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56:33
AI Tools That Help Small Businesses Excel | Dennis Jackson & Benny Carreon
What happens when small businesses stop fearing AI—and start using it to remove friction, boost margins, and strengthen customer trust?Summary:We trade fear for facts and show how real small businesses put AI to work withou...
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Season 4
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Episode 219
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56:17
From Anchorage To National: Niches, GEO, And Growth | Jennifer Christensen
🎧 The Small Business SafariTITLE: From Anchorage to National: Niches, GEO, and Growth | Jennifer ChristensenHook in Body: What happens when ethical AI meets small business marketing? Jennifer Christensen b...
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Season 4
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Episode 218
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53:29
How A Family-First Pivot Built Two Thriving Businesses In A Niche Market | Jerry French
What happens when a corporate sales leader swaps the corner office for family time — and ends up building two thriving brands instead?Summary: A former tech sales leader shares how losing a franchise became the best thing that eve...
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Season 4
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Episode 217
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41:28
Lessons from "Liquid Death" To Drive Local Leads: Bold Branding That Wins | Jeremy LaDuke
Summary: Jeremy LaDuke, founder of Epic Nine, dives into the attention economy and why bold, memorable branding outperforms safe, copycat marketing. He explains how small businesses can set honest budgets, track what really ma...
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Season 4
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Episode 216
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53:21
Ownership through Determination, Grit and Partnership - Greg Spencer, Timbers Resorts
Hook in Body: Chris and Greg met at Accenture and were implementing call center solutions at the nations largest banks, their friendship has been over 30 years and we are excited to share the journey that Greg has taken to this point...
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Season 4
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Episode 215
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1:01:48
Profit Over Revenue: How 4 Corners CFO Turns Chaos into Clarity | Danielle Hendon
🎧 The Small Business Safari – Episode Title Profit Over Revenue: How 4 Corners CFO Turns Chaos into ClarityHook: We dig into profit over revenue, how service businesses should structure their books, and why c...
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Season 4
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Episode 214
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51:23
From Subfloors to Cash Flow: A CPA’s Journey to Profitable Small Business | Marika Ponton
Marika Ponton, CPA and founder of Profit Truths, shares how she built, sold, and pivoted her way to helping business owners find clarity, profit, and calm. From Big Four beginnings to entrepreneurial coaching, Marika reveals how small bu...
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Season 4
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Episode 213
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52:46
From Financial Advisor to Deca-Millionaire Mentor: How Justin Goodbread Helps Entrepreneurs Build Exit-Ready Businesses
Justin Goodbread unpacks how concentrated focus beats scattered effort, why enterprise value matters more than income, and how designing for an exit creates freedom long before a sale. He shares the Deca-Millionaire framework forged through win...
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Season 4
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Episode 212
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56:46
Small Business Owners Get the Shaft: How to Fix Your Company Culture | Skot Waldron
Skot Waldron shares how business leaders can transform their company culture by focusing on intentional leadership and internal brand development before external marketing. He explains that effective culture-building creates environments where ...
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Season 4
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Episode 211
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49:41
The AI LinkedIn Advantage: Leveraging Technology for Professional Networking | Al Kushner
LinkedIn strategist Al Kushner shares essential strategies for cutting through the noise and leveraging AI to establish yourself as a thought leader on the world's largest professional network.• Creating an optimized LinkedIn profile is...
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Season 4
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Episode 210
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49:51
Unleashing Radio Rebel: Southside Steve's Journey | Southside Steve Rickman
Southside Steve Rickman shares his journey from radio personality to entrepreneur, revealing how corporate radio's restrictions pushed him to bet on himself and build multiple businesses on his own terms.• Began in radio accidentally by...
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Season 4
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Episode 209
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58:13
Disaster Preparedness 101: Protecting Your Business When Help Won't Come | Ian Hay
Ian Hay returns to share crucial disaster preparedness strategies for business owners during hurricane season and National Preparedness Month, emphasizing self-reliance when government resources may be limited.• Text instead of calling ...
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Season 4
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Episode 210
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55:21
Building Systems that Actually Work in Construction | Eric Fortenberry
In this episode, Eric Fortenberry takes us through his unique journey—from software entrepreneur, to running a construction company, to discovering firsthand the operational flaws that hold businesses back. What started as troubleshooting for h...
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Season 4
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Episode 209
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1:09:02
From Corporate to Coaching: How Ellen Tyler Proves Mindset Matters More Than Money
Ellen Tyler, founder of Ellen Tyler Coaching, shares her inspiring journey from corporate financial services to becoming a successful business coach. She reveals why mindset is the real currency of business — and how slowing down, visualizing s...
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Season 4
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Episode 208
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59:00
Cash Flow: Your Business's Hidden Treasure | Mike Milan
Ever wondered how some businesses seem to have plenty of cash while others with similar revenue struggle to make payroll? The secret lies in understanding the financial gap between money coming in and money going out—and nobody explains this be...
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Season 4
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Episode 207
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58:23
The Art of Business Law: Protecting Your Entrepreneurial Journey | Brandon Woodward
Ever wonder what keeps your friendly neighborhood business attorney up at night? Hint: it's watching entrepreneurs shake hands on partnerships without proper documentation, then having to pick up the pieces when it all falls apart.Brand...
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Season 4
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Episode 206
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51:19