Nicole's Business Notebook
Showcasing the small businesses and their owners in the Phoenix Metro are. Along with plenty of tips, tricks, and best practices in business
Episodes
24 episodes
Service, Sacrifice, and Sauce: What Business Can Learn from Veterans and the Kitchen
This episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook dives into a raw, inspiring journey of reinvention — from military service to mastering the culinary arts. Chef and Veteran Jered Lupin shares how discipline, grit, and passion helped him pivot from...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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28:35
Real Estate in 2025. What you need to know
How Top Agents Win: Mentors, Strengths & Client PartnershipsIn this game‑changing episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, Bob Thompson pulls back the curtain on what really sets elite real‑estate agents apar...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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40:35
Consulting That Matters: Business as a Tool for Community Change. Build Business & Neighborhoods #yt
My guest is Shawn M. Pearson – a top-tier consultant, social impact architect, and founder of The Zion Institute, a South Phoenix–based organization focused on economic growth, neighborhood revitalization, and community developmen...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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31:16
What AI Can’t Replace, Human Connection and True Influence: The New Rules of PR in a Digital World
Mastering PR & AI: Torund Bryhn on Influence, Intelligence & the Future of LeadershipIn this compelling episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, I sit down with Torund Bryhn—an international expert in str...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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29:17
Mastering Stage Presence: The Secret Skill Every Entrepreneur Needs. Stop Selling, Start Mesmerizing
Magic Meets Music: CJ O’Hara on Sleight-of-Hand, Stagecraft & Building a Booked-Out BrandFrom close-up miracles to full-stage shows with musical flair, CJ O’Hara (Magic By CJ) breaks down how he fuses slei...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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28:51
Army Vet Turned Brand Strategist on Story, Strategy & Straight-Talk Marketing
If you’re a founder who’s tired of “spray & pray” marketing, this episode is your playbook. Blane McCullough—Army veteran, multimedia strategist, and founder of Blane B Media Group—breaks down practical branding, content, and campaig...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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30:05
The Power of Your Human Design in Business
Empowered Alignment with Tiffany Haskins | Heart-Led Business Coaching That Transforms LivesIn this episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, Nicole Banks sits down with Tiffany Haskins, the powerhouse behind
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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27:14
The Power of Negotiations & Conflict Resolution
Conflict costs profit. Done right, an apology can recover deals, retain clients, and de-escalate teams. In this episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, Nicole sits down with **Jon Bui, J.D. — founder of The Negotiated Apology Project** — to unpa...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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31:17
The #1 Branding Mistake Entrepreneurs Make! How to Look Confident On Camera | Branding & Posing Tips
Branding Through the Lens: Top Photography & Marketing Tips with Mar ReevesIf you want to stand out in business with powerful branding and visuals, this episode is a masterclass. Mariana “Mar” Reeves—an award-wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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30:41
Episode 15: Rewiring Your Subconscious for Real Results- Hypnotherapy That Actually Works
Struggling with overthinking, procrastination, or that invisible ceiling on your potential? In this episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, hypnotherapist Andi Hess, C.Ht. breaks down how to align your conscious and subconscious so...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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28:20
Episode 14: UNICON 2025 Preview: Wealth, Solutions & Access w/ Unicorn Universe CEO Daniel Knight
This week on Nicole’s Business Notebook, I’m sitting down with Daniel Knight, Chief Executive Unicorn at Unicorn Universe—a community focused on creating strategic alliances, joint ventures, and “Golden Connections” ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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31:20
EPISODE 13: UFC to Leadership Coach, A Fighter's Journey
Former UFC Fighter → Elite Leadership Coach: Cliff Starks on Calm Power, Tenacity & Values-Driven SuccessCliff Starks joins Nicole’s Business Notebook to show how “speak softly and carry a big stick” becomes a leadership superpo...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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27:08
Episode 12: The Relationship Economy & Impact of Meaningful Connections
What does it take to scale from $12M to $87M in under 18 months and grow across 100+ countries? Today, marketing savant and serial founder Jim Lupkin breaks down the systems behind predictable growth—so you can stop guessing and start scaling.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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50:31
Episode 11: Sales, Stories, and Successes
What happens when a high-energy sales pro with a heart for relationships sits down with a power connector? In this episode, I’m joined by Dino Klein, host of The Dino Show—a fun, whip-smart salesman who builds trust first an...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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32:47
Episode 10: Mentor Musings & Practical Wisdom for a Serial Entrepreneur
Rafael Ramirez splits his time between Phoenix and El Paso, mentoring student-athletes from youth sports through college (in close collaboration with UTEP)—and championing programs that support the senior community. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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27:07
Episode 9: Leadership Makes The Difference
Episode 9 — Leadership Makes the Difference | Nicole’s Business Notebook ft. Chris Reeves (Leadership of Legacy)Great businesses aren’t built on tactics alone—they’re built on leaders. In this episode, Nicole sits down with
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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29:27
Episode 8: Fighting Back from a Million in Debt to Thriving
Dive deep into resilience, authenticity, and high-impact connections on this week’s episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook! Nicole sits down with Tab Pierce of Networked Live and Caliber Security, to uncover:
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:04
Episode 7: Power Connectors & The Power of People
Get ready for an epic conversation on Nicole’s Business Notebook! This week, Nicole sits down with world-renowned power connector Dave Waltzer, founder of Wicked Awesome Happy Hour, to unlock the secrets of building and leveraging network...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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26:52
Episode 6: Networking Karma, It’s Not a Myth
Unlock the power of connections with Catherine Pierce, co-owner of Networked Live and Caliber Security! In this episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, Catherine breaks down why networking isn’t just small talk—it’s your secret weapon for growth...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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28:40
Episode 5: HR, Your Corporate & Business First Responders
Unlock the secret to building a rock-solid business foundation with Lyndsey Hanna of Northstar HR! In this episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, we dive into why a proper business setup is non-negotiable, the real role HR plays in scaling your...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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25:34
Episode 4: Graphically Speaking, The Key to Sales Secrets
In this week’s episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, I sit down with graphic design guru Bobby Delaney (Ninth Paddock Creative) and sales powerhouse DJ Barton to unpack how style, consistency, and creativity fuel unforgett...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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20:49
Episode 3: Strength in Female Reinvention
Strength in Female ReinventionIn this week’s episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, Nicole dives deep with her guest—a former dentist and pharmaceutical professional turned women’s life coach—to explore the power of transformation a...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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28:49
Episode 2: Bringing Peace to Business Funding
Dive deep into the world of strategic business funding with this week’s powerhouse episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook! Nicole Banks sits down with Christina Elizondo, the visionary founder of Namaste Business Funding, to explore how their ne...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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21:15
Episode 1: Two Titans. One Mission. A Billion Dollar Impact.
Welcome to the premiere episode of Nicole’s Business Notebook, where strategy meets swagger and legacy takes center stage.In this power-packed episode, Nicole Banks: entrepreneur, author, and co-owner of My Biz Co...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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25:56