In Episode 349 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with mindset expert, transformational coach, and entrepreneur Stacey Berger for a powerful conversation about why external success is never enough if it comes at the cost of fulfillment, purpose, and personal well-being. Stacey shares her journey from growing…
In Episode 348 of The Business Development Podcast, Colin Christensen returns for his fourth appearance on the show to explore one of the most fascinating and misunderstood industries in the world today. As CEO of Tidal Care Inc. and a mentor to more than 2,000 founders, Colin shares his journey…
The Business Development Podcast is hosted by Kelly Kennedy, Founder of Capital Business Development and host of the multi award winning Business Development Podcast. The Business Development Podcast is a multi award winning show with more than 350 episodes, over 350,000 downloads, a Top 100 ranking in more than 40…
Listen Now on Your Favorite Platform! 🎧 https://thebusinessdevelopmentpodcast.captivate.fm/listen Master Business Development with Kelly Kennedy – Book Your Free Discovery Session Business growth isn’t about luck—it’s about mastery. The Business Development Mastery Program with Kelly Kennedy gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to scale your business, close more deals, and…
Listen Now on Your Favorite Platform! 🎧 https://thebusinessdevelopmentpodcast.captivate.fm/listen Master Business Development with Kelly Kennedy – Book Your Free Discovery Session Business growth isn’t about luck—it’s about mastery. The Business Development Mastery Program with Kelly Kennedy gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to scale your business, close more deals, and…
In Episode 347 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Paul Riismandel, President of Signal Hill Insights and one of the leading voices in podcast audience research, to explore the future of podcasting, media, and audience attention. Drawing on more than two decades of experience in digital…
In Episode 346 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Rudy A. Zacharias and Terry Elkins of About That... to explore one of the most misunderstood topics in business: branding. Drawing on decades of experience helping organizations navigate growth and transformation, Rudy and Terry explain why a…
Episode 345 of The Business Development Podcast dives into a conversation that almost never gets talked about in entrepreneurship: what happens at the end. Kelly Kennedy sits down with Robert Welke, business growth strategist, Certified Exit Planning Advisor, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder of MExit Inc., to explore why so many business…
After launching CTK at just 24 years old in the middle of a global pandemic, Chris Vasiliou didn’t wait for perfect timing, certainty, or permission. In this episode, Chris shares the realities of scaling a construction company in one of Canada’s toughest industries, the lessons learned from growing from a…
Business owners share their honest struggles: 'I can't get ahead,' 'Should I go back to work?' Many are surviving but not thriving. Why is it so hard to succeed here? #CFIB #BDP #BriannaSolberg #KellyKennedy #WesternCanada #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessOwner #CanadianBusiness #StartupStruggles
Even businesses that can afford staff face silent labor shortages. This pre-pandemic issue, worsened by COVID, sees owners working 59-hour weeks to compensate. Small business owners are truly incredible for trying to keep doors open. #CFIB #BDP #BriannaSolberg #KellyKennedy #LaborShortage #SmallBusiness #CanadaEconomy #HiringCrisis #Entrepreneurship #WorkforceChallenges
Stop overcomplicating your headlines. The simpler, the better. Clearly state who you help, how you help them, and the desired outcome, avoiding jargon and unnecessary stress. #TheBDP #CharlotteLloyd #KellyKennedy #HeadlineTips #Copywriting #MarketingStrategy #PersonalBranding #LinkedInTips
Main Street is changing. Private equity firms are buying local businesses, leading to market concentration, reduced competition, and innovation roadblocks. Is this the future for small towns? #CFIB #BDP #BriannaSolberg #KellyKennedy #PrivateEquity #SmallBusiness #MainStreet #Economics #MarketTrends #Business
Struggling with DMs? Stop asking too many questions or shifting to business too soon. Learn to extract pain points and earn the right to close for a meeting. #TheBDP #CharlotteLloyd #KellyKennedy #DMSales #SalesTips #BusinessGrowth #NetworkingStrategy #ClientAcquisition
Stop sending generic connection requests. Learn to identify intent, build genuine rapport, and ask the right questions to convert leads into clients. Personalized outreach is key. #TheBDP #CharlotteLloyd #KellyKennedy #LinkedInTips #SalesStrategy #Networking #LeadGeneration #DMStrategy
Boost Unions optimizes operations for North American skilled trades unions, focusing on business optimization, HR, and leadership. We also build essential training for union members in communications and leadership. #TheBDP #ManjaHorner #KellyKennedy #SkilledTrades #UnionOperations #BusinessOptimization #LeadershipTraining #TradeUnions
Discover the nuanced art of outreach. Connect authentically, even when faced with 'no.' Craft messages that resonate, build future relationships, and make a lasting impact. #TheBDP #CharlotteLloyd #KellyKennedy #ClientAcquisition #SalesTips #AuthenticMarketing
For enhanced company data security, opt for a local LLM. This ensures AI responses are based solely on your internal information, avoiding random internet-derived inaccuracies. Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) will be key for querying company databases and documents. #TheBDP #ManjaHorner #KellyKennedy #LocalLLM #AISecurity #RAG #DataPrivacy #EnterpriseAI
Stop guessing your career path. Ask: What skills to develop? When to reach foreman? Get a structured 18-month plan with clear training. Show your commitment, step up, and make it happen. #TheBDP #ManjaHorner #KellyKennedy #CareerGoals #TradeSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment #Apprenticeship
Small businesses in Canada are facing an 'entrepreneurial drought.' More businesses are closing than opening for six consecutive quarters, reaching historic lows outside the pandemic. This trend discourages the next generation of entrepreneurs. Experts discuss the data and potential causes. #CFIB #BDP #BriannaSolberg #KellyKennedy #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #CanadaEconomy #BusinessDrought #StartupTrends
Imagine a company's internal YouTube for best practices. Accessing company-specific training instantly, instead of random online videos. This is the future of knowledge management. #TheBDP #ManjaHorner #KellyKennedy #KnowledgeManagement #InternalTraining #CorporateCulture #TechInnovation #FutureOfWork
Direct emails want the jugular: 'Grow 20% with X, want to see how?' LinkedIn DMs need a softer touch. Nurture relationships, don't just send links. Build trust, don't expect instant replies. #TheBDP #CharlotteLloyd #KellyKennedy #LinkedInStrategy #BusinessDevelopment #SalesTips #RelationshipBuilding
Organizations often overlook dedicated training for field workers. Discover how specialized services like Boost are pioneering a new, essential approach to ensuring workforce competence and expertise. #TheBDP #ManjaHorner #KellyKennedy #WorkforceTraining #CompetencyDevelopment #CorporateLearning #EmployeeSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment
Stop losing clients due to ineffective outreach. Discover the power of personalized DMs and engaging content on LinkedIn to build trust and drive genuine connections. Turn your network into paying customers. #TheBDP #CharlotteLloyd #KellyKennedy #LinkedInStrategy #ClientAcquisition #SalesTips #BusinessGrowth
