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What’s Lurking in Your Walls? The Truth About Asbestos with Craig Williams
Sept. 22, 2024

What’s Lurking in Your Walls? The Truth About Asbestos with Craig Wil…

In Episode 170 of The Business Development Podcast , host Kelly Kennedy sits down with Craig Williams, founder of A&M Abatement, to explore the often-overlooked dangers lurking in older homes and buildings: asbestos and hazar...

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Silence the Noise 10 Essential Lessons to Focus Better and Grow Faster
Sept. 18, 2024

Silence the Noise 10 Essential Lessons to Focus Better and Grow Faster

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy explores the profound impact that overwhelming media consumption can have on both personal and professional growth. He discusses how constant exposure to...

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Data-Driven Podcast Growth: Fatima Zaidi on Engagement and Monetization
Sept. 15, 2024

Data-Driven Podcast Growth: Fatima Zaidi on Engagement and Monetizati…

In Episode 168 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy welcomes back Fatima Zaidi, the founder and CEO of Quill Inc. and CoHost, for an in-depth conversation on the evolving landscape of podcasting and its potenti...

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10 Game-Changing Cold Call Principles to Boost Your Success
Sept. 11, 2024

10 Game-Changing Cold Call Principles to Boost Your Success

Episode 167 of The Business Development Podcast dives deep into the art and science of cold calling, offering listeners ten game-changing principles to elevate their approach and effectiveness. Host Kelly Kennedy begins by ad...

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Scot Bryson's Orbital Farms: NASA Insights and a Bold Vision for Space and Earth
Sept. 8, 2024

Scot Bryson's Orbital Farms: NASA Insights and a Bold Vision for Spac…

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Scot Bryson, the visionary founder of Orbital Farms, to discuss his journey from humble beginnings to collaborating with NASA and pioneering su...

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The Power of Positivity: How to Bounce Back Stronger from Setbacks
Sept. 4, 2024

The Power of Positivity: How to Bounce Back Stronger from Setbacks

Episode 165 of The Business Development Podcast centers on the transformative power of positivity and resilience in the face of adversity. Host Kelly Kennedy emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive outlook, even a...

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Unlocking Success with The Contractor Coach: Brandon Fuchs' Blueprint for Contractors
Sept. 1, 2024

Unlocking Success with The Contractor Coach: Brandon Fuchs' Blueprint…

Episode 164 of The Business Development Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Brandon Fuchs, known as "The Contractor Coach" and President & CEO of North Canadian Construction Group. With nearly two decades of experi...

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PrairiesCan: Igniting Alberta’s Innovation with Derek Armstrong
Aug. 25, 2024

PrairiesCan: Igniting Alberta’s Innovation with Derek Armstrong

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Derek Armstrong, Director of Calgary Economic Development and former Manager of Innovation Ecosystems at Prairies Economic Development Canada. ...

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Community Questions: August 2024
Aug. 21, 2024

Community Questions: August 2024

Episode 161 of The Business Development Podcast is a special Q&A session where host Kelly Kennedy engages with questions from the community. Kennedy reflects on the journey of the podcast, celebrating over 160 episodes and mo...

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Speak Like a Pro: Insider Tips from Former CTV News Anchor Carmen Leibel
Aug. 18, 2024

Speak Like a Pro: Insider Tips from Former CTV News Anchor Carmen Lei…

In episode 160 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy engages in an insightful discussion with former CTV News Anchor Carmen Leibel, who shares her expertise on effective public speaking and her journey into ...

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What I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Podcast: 10 Hard-Learned Lessons from Kelly Kennedy
Aug. 14, 2024

What I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Podcast: 10 Hard-Learned Lessons…

In Episode 159 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy shares ten valuable lessons from his podcasting journey, emphasizing the need for a clear vision and consistent authenticity. He reflects on the various challe...

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Voicemail Magic: Turning Missed Calls into Opportunities
Aug. 7, 2024

Voicemail Magic: Turning Missed Calls into Opportunities

In Episode 157 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy explores the crucial skill of leaving effective voicemails. He provides actionable tips on how to convey confidence, enthusiasm, and clarity while keeping...

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Revolutionizing Affordable Housing: Yasushi Ohki's Game-Changing Solutions
Aug. 4, 2024

Revolutionizing Affordable Housing: Yasushi Ohki's Game-Changing Solu…

In Episode 156 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Yasushi Ohki, the visionary founder of Green Violin, to delve into his groundbreaking approach to affordable housing. Yasushi shares his insight...

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Mastering AI in Business Development: Strategies for Sustainable Success
July 31, 2024

Mastering AI in Business Development: Strategies for Sustainable Succ…

In Episode 155 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business development strategies, focusing on how AI can enhance but not replace huma...

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Building a $70M Empire in 4 Years: Insights from Shane Unruh
July 28, 2024

Building a $70M Empire in 4 Years: Insights from Shane Unruh

In Episode 154 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Shane Unruh, the founder of XS Asset Management, to delve into the remarkable journey of building a $70 million empire in just four years. Shane...

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Bullseye: Proven Methods to Identify and Reach Your Ideal Clients
July 24, 2024

Bullseye: Proven Methods to Identify and Reach Your Ideal Clients

In Episode 153 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy delves into proven methods for identifying and reaching your ideal clients. He emphasizes the importance of precise targeting, advising listeners on how to effectively use Linke...

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8 Essential Rules for Business Development Success: Boost Your Career
July 17, 2024

8 Essential Rules for Business Development Success: Boost Your Career

In episode 151 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy addresses business development specialists aiming to advance their careers by sharing eight essential rules for success. He begins by emphasizing the importance of an effective proce...

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Unlock Your Business Potential: Align with Passion and Purpose Ft. Lasse Joergensen
July 14, 2024

Unlock Your Business Potential: Align with Passion and Purpose Ft. La…

In the milestone Episode 150 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy welcomes expert guest Lasse Joergensen, a transformative life and business coach. Together, they delve into the crucial topic of aligning business endeavors with p...

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The Ultimate Guide to a People-First Workplace with Liz Ryan
July 7, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to a People-First Workplace with Liz Ryan

Episode 148 of The Business Development Podcast features an insightful discussion with Liz Ryan, a renowned expert on workplace culture and human resources. In this episode, Liz delves into the concept of a people-first workplace, emphasizing the i...

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Mastering Control: Achieve Success by Focusing on What You Can Change
July 3, 2024

Mastering Control: Achieve Success by Focusing on What You Can Change

Episode 147 of The Business Development Podcast delves into the empowering concept of focusing on what you can control to achieve success. In this episode, host Kelly Kennedy underscores the importance of directing energy and efforts towards aspect...

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Supercharge Your Business Development: The Power of Structure and Organization
June 26, 2024

Supercharge Your Business Development: The Power of Structure and Org…

In episode 145 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy discusses the critical importance of organization and structure in business development. Kennedy highlights essential practices like using a CRM system effectively, maintaining ...

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Light Up Your Life: Joy with Jillian Schecher
June 23, 2024

Light Up Your Life: Joy with Jillian Schecher

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy is joined by joy expert Jillian Schecher to discuss the importance of finding joy amidst the hustle and bustle of entrepreneurship. Jillian emphasizes the need for entrepreneur...

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The Blueprint for Active Marketing: 4 Steps to Elevate Your Strategy
June 19, 2024

The Blueprint for Active Marketing: 4 Steps to Elevate Your Strategy

In Episode 143 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy delves into the four fundamental steps of the active marketing process. The episode kicks off with an exciting announcement about the revamped Capital Business Development websi...

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Social Media Mastery with Jesse Shewchuck: Strategies for Creating Viral Content
June 9, 2024

Social Media Mastery with Jesse Shewchuck: Strategies for Creating Vi…

In Episode 140 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy welcomed Jesse Schewchuk, the founder of Modern Muse Media, to share expert insights on creating viral content and revolutionizing video marketing strategies. Jesse, with a backgroun...

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