Main Street Success Stories
Welcome to 'Main Street Success Stories', where each month, we deep dive into the journeys, the challenges, and the triumphs of real-world local entrepreneurs. Whether you're dreaming of starting your own venture or just looking for a dose of inspiration, you're in the right place. Join us as we celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship, learn from each other and motivate you to keep growing your own local business
Podcasting since 2023 • 64 episodes
Main Street Success Stories
Latest Episodes
Episode 62: Every Idea Is Worthy of Investment: Building Courage, Community, and Longevity in Leadership
In this episode, Jennifer Kok sits down with Grand Rapids icon, author, and “hope dealer” Shannon Cohen for a conversation that feels like both a leadership masterclass and a deep exhale. Shannon shares the threads that shaped her, from being t...
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Episode 61: Simple Systems Every Small Business Owner Needs to Reduce Stress
You’ve heard it a thousand times: “You need systems.” But what does that actually mean when you’re busy, stretched thin, and running on mental sticky notes? In this episode, Jennifer Kok breaks down Pillar #5 of her Nine Pillars of a P...
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Episode 60: Stop Chasing Leads: Build a Referral-Only Business with Relationships, Not Ads
If you’ve ever felt like you can’t compete with big brands, massive ad budgets, and the constant pressure to “do more marketing,” this episode will feel like a deep exhale.Jennifer sits down with referral expert, TedX speaker, entreprene...
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Episode 59: How High-Achieving Women Can Grow Without Burning Out
In this deeply eye-opening and energizing conversation, Jennifer sits down with Sophia McKenzie, founder of Gearing Together, who helps high-achieving women entrepreneurs and corporate leaders rebuild confidence, set boundaries, and grow withou...
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Episode 58: The Real Reason Your Marketing Isn't Working
What if the reason your business feels stalled has nothing to do with needing more marketing?Not more Reels. Not more ads. Not more content.Today, Jennifer uncovers the surprising truth about what actually grows small businesses and why...
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