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May 31, 2025

Sell and Stay True to You with Alex Blumenstein

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly sits down with Alex Blumenstein, co-founder of The Peak and former CEO of Canada’s first cannabis accelerator, Leaf Forward . From politics to print, cannabis to com...

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May 20, 2025

Choosing Entrepreneurship Changed Everything

In episode 239 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy reflects on the pivotal moment that led him to leave a stable, decade-long career and choose the uncertain path of entrepreneurship. Triggered by a tough board...

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May 17, 2025

Crossing the Chasm in 2025: AI, Disruption, and What Still Holds True…

In this landmark episode of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy sits down with marketing legend Geoffrey Moore, author of the iconic Crossing the Chasm , to explore how the principles of market adoption have evol...

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May 13, 2025

The 4-Week Business Turnaround

In Episode 237 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy delivers an urgent playbook for entrepreneurs and business leaders facing stalled growth or struggling pipelines. Titled “The 4-Week Business Turnaround,” this...

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May 10, 2025

Building a Wine Business in Canada with Chloe Wu

In Episode 236, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Chloe Wu, an accomplished wine industry professional and founder of Adventure Trading. Chloe shares her remarkable journey from growing up in China to studying international busine...

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May 6, 2025

Ghosted, Canceled, Ignored? Not Today!

In episode 235 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy tackles one of the most frustrating realities in business development: cancellations, no-shows, and the dreaded ghosting. Whether it’s a last-minute calendar d...

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May 3, 2025

You Don’t Need to Be the Best: You Need to Be Known with Amelia Sorde…

In episode 234 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy sits down with Amelia Sordell, the fearless founder of Klowt , the UK’s leading personal branding agency. Amelia shares her powerful journey from burnout and ...

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April 15, 2025

Your Humanity Is the Advantage in a World About to Change Forever

In episode 229 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy explores the biggest shift business has ever seen: the exponential rise of AI and what it means for the future of leadership, business development, and humani...

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April 8, 2025

How I Grew to 20K Weekly Impressions on LinkedIn with 5 Free Tactics

Struggling to get traction on LinkedIn in 2025? In Episode 227 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy shares the real, battle-tested tactics that took him from low engagement to consistently hitting over 20,000 or...

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March 29, 2025

She Rebuilt from Rock Bottom to Blockchain Leader with Koleya Karring…

In Episode 224 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy sits down with Koleya Karringten — a tech visionary, clean energy innovator, and blockchain leader who has redefined resilience in the face of extreme adversi...

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March 22, 2025

Change Your Circle, Change Your Life: The Personal Branding Blueprint…

When was the last time you truly asked yourself, “Who am I becoming?” In episode 222 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with personal branding powerhouse Jamar Jones to unpack the extraordinary journ...

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March 18, 2025

What to Look for When Hiring a Business Development Specialist in 2025

In Episode 221 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy revisits a topic that has defined the show’s success—what to look for in a business development specialist. Episode 2, which covered this topic over two years ...

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March 15, 2025

The Remote Work Revolution: Escape the 9-to-5 and Thrive with Michell…

In Episode 220 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy welcomes Michelle Coulson, founder of Remote Rebellion, to explore the rise of remote work and the end of the traditional 9-to-5. Michelle shares her journey f...

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March 11, 2025

Fear Doesn’t Mean Stop: Why Authenticity is Your Competitive Edge

In Episode 219 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy takes on one of the most overused and misunderstood concepts in business—authenticity. Everyone talks about it, but what does it actually mean? Why do so many ...

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March 8, 2025

Building a Resilient Marketing Empire in 2025 with Meaghan Ralston

Episode 218 of The Business Development Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Meaghan Ralston, the powerhouse entrepreneur behind Maggie Jane Marketing. Meaghan shares her journey from B2B sales to launching her own ...

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March 4, 2025

Master These 5 BD Skills to Succeed No Matter What 2025 Brings

In Episode 217 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy breaks down the five critical business development skills you must master to succeed in 2025 and beyond. With the business landscape evolving rapidly—new techn...

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Feb. 26, 2025

The Science of Goal Setting: 42% More Success Instantly

Episode 215 of The Business Development Podcast dives deep into the transformative power of goal setting and why it’s a game-changer for both business and personal success. Kelly Kennedy breaks down the science behind written...

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Feb. 23, 2025

The Goodlawyer Revolution: How Brett Colvin is Fixing Legal for Entre…

Episode 214 of The Business Development Podcast features Brett Colvin, CEO and co-founder of GoodLawyer, who is on a mission to fix what’s broken in the legal industry. Brett shares his journey from corporate lawyer at one of...

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Feb. 19, 2025

The Only 4 Marketing Materials You Need to Dominate 2025

Episode 213 of The Business Development Podcast dives into the four essential marketing materials every business needs to dominate in 2025. Kelly Kennedy breaks down why high-impact websites, bold and visually compelling broc...

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Feb. 16, 2025

Turning Dirt into Millions: The Real Estate Playbook for Success with…

Episode 212 of The Business Development Podcast features a conversation with Sophie Baran, a rising leader in real estate development and private equity. As the General Partner and CEO of Bear Capital, Sophie has managed over...

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Feb. 12, 2025

$1,000 an Hour Mindset: How to Balance Business Development & Daily O…

Solopreneurs and small business owners are the backbone of the economy, but balancing business development with daily operations can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Kelly Kennedy shares a powerful five-step framework to h...

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Feb. 9, 2025

Fixing the $530B Commuting Crisis with Malcolm Adams

Commuting is broken—and it’s costing North Americans a staggering $530 billion per year in wasted fuel, parking, and vehicle expenses. In this episode, The Business Development Podcast welcomes Malcolm Adams, a former oil and...

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Feb. 5, 2025

Fear Kills Growth: Playing It Safe is the Fastest Way to Lose

It's the two-year anniversary of The Business Development Podcast, and in true Kelly Kennedy fashion, this episode is all about pushing forward when others pull back. With tariffs looming and recession fears on the rise, many...

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Jan. 26, 2025

Why 60-90% of Strategies Fail and How to Execute with Precision with …

In Episode 206 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy sits down with Monte Pedersen, a globally recognized strategy execution expert with over 35 years of experience. Monte shares his insights into why 60-90% of ...

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