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Balancing Business Success with Health and Wellness: A Talk with Luke DePron

By Meny Hoffman // Let's Talk Business, Podcast // 5 min read

Have you built an amazing business at the cost of running your physical and mental health into the ground? And do you feel that you just don’t have the time to make real changes in your lifestyle? In this episode, our guest is Luke DePron, an online weight loss coach for busy entrepreneurs and businessmen, as well as the host of the Live Great Lifestyle podcast. Both from his training and from strategies learned from exceptional sportsmen and elite performers, Luke has transformed everyday men into Olympic-level athletes. Today, he helps high-achieving entrepreneurs lose 20 pounds or more of body fat through the Lean Body Method™ so their physiques, energy, and confidence match the success they have in business and in life.

In our conversation, Luke navigates how to establish your way to fitness, avoid work that is unhealthy for you, and lead a successful business. He digs into how to achieve wellness, make it stick, and set up realistic goals. He remarks on the importance of creating a business culture where employees’ health is prioritized and they feel you care about them as well as their wellness. Read more

What Investors Look For in Your Business—with Kevin Harrington

By Meny Hoffman // Podcast // 10 min read

This week, I’m extremely honored to host the perfect guest to discuss this topic—my very dear friend, Kevin Harrington. Kevin is one of the original Sharks on the hit TV show Shark Tank, and is the creator of the infomercial and pioneer of the As Seen On TV brands that have become a global phenomenon.

In our interview, Kevin shares his experience of being on Shark Tank and what you need to learn from it to bring investors into your business. Kevin also explains how to know if you’re not yet ready to seek an investor and why some companies may be more successful without one at all. Finally, pay close attention to his closing remarks on how to recoup from COVID-19 and why Kevin’s new book, Mentor to Millions, is essential reading for every business owner.

This episode is a must for anyone serious about finding investors to get to the next level. Listen and enjoy!

Don’t Make This Mistake at Your Next Trade Show

By Meny Hoffman // Let's Talk Business // 5 min read

With winter fast approaching, I’ve heard from many business owners that they’re planning to attend trade shows and conferences. So I thought I’d tell you a story.

I’ll never forget our first trade show. We were so excited about connecting with some great prospects. After the show, we got back to the office, and someone asked, “Who’s got the bag with the business cards?” (Mind you, this was back in the pre-digital age.) After a heart-wrenching search, we realized that the hard-won cards had been completely misplaced, probably still attending the trade show under a forgotten table.

What I Learned from My Family Trip to an Amusement Park

By Meny Hoffman // Let's Talk Business // 5 min read

I took my family on a trip to an amusement park a few weeks ago, and like most parents, I had a vivid picture in my mind of how the day would go. I saw the smiles and laughter on my kids’ faces. I heard their happy squeals as they went on the rides. I felt the good vibes from the amusement park staff as they helped my kids onto the rides.

So you could imagine the disappointment I felt when, as we waited in line for the park’s most thrilling rollercoaster, I noticed that the attendant, a young man in his late teens, was helping kids get on and off with a look of total and utter boredom and indifference—even a little resentment. For someone whose job it is to give kids a good time, he showed zero signs of enthusiasm.

The Right Way to Receive Criticism if You’re a Leader

By Meny Hoffman // Let's Talk Business // 3 min read

A business owner once told me she had to let go of an employee for creating a toxic work environment. This employee had been sharing personal complaints about the owner with coworkers, rather than bringing them up directly with her. It soon became popular to talk behind the owner’s back, and before long, the circulating negativity caused a rift between her and the team. Obviously, morale and productivity suffered greatly.

Was this employee a liability? Definitely. But there’s also more to the picture. It’s possible that this business owner created an environment that discouraged people from speaking their mind productively.

The Two Hardest Words to Say: I’m Sorry

By Meny Hoffman // Let's Talk Business // 3 min read

Do you believe admitting you’re wrong is a sign of weakness or a sign of strength?

Do you think apologizing hurts your credibility or enhances it?

How hard is it for you to apologize to someone you may have hurt?

This One Thing Will Destroy Your Happiness

By Meny Hoffman // Let's Talk Business // 3.5 min read

Has this happened to you?

You’re walking down the street with your morning coffee, feeling great. Your family, your work, your health—all great. You’re happy, optimistic, and ready to take on the day.

5 Things Amazon Brands Need to Know about Order Fulfillment

By Brandon Rollins // Guest Post // 5 min read

To say building a brand is necessary to succeed in the eCommerce industry is an understatement. On a very deep psychological level, people feel at ease when dealing with well managed brands. What often goes forgotten is that fulfillment is a critical part of your overall brand experience in eCommerce.