S2 | E53-E104

FORMATTING FANS

The ecstatic buyer response stopped me in my tracks! This large retail decision maker was telling me how to REBOOT my communications and make other buyers happy. I took the bait and today’s show pays forward the simple format changes I embraced in 1996. Do you want to cultivate more internal, and external fans of how you do business? If so, please join us for this fast-flowing broadcast. Cheers!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Dave Clark Five

TRACK: "Bits and Pieces"

RELEASED: 1964

HAWK EYES

Ideal episode for Distribution & Manufacturing!

Do we inspect our own businesses close enough to recognize glaring perception changers? As we tackle the new frontier, this show details two simple examples where change was just waiting to happen. Example #1 shares math that matters. Example #2 highlights TLC that alters perception in healthy ways. Enjoy and thanks for tuning into our weekly show.

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ARTIST:  Jethro Tull

TRACK: "To Cry You A Song"

RELEASED: 1970

THE NEW FRONTIER

Friends, past guests and family drop in to help us usher in the next 100 episodes. The business landscape is transitioning from factual metrics to emotional perceptions. To survive and thrive, companies must embrace this new horizon. We look forward to assisting with tools and programming that impact business health and growth in this new frontier. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Grand Funk Railroad

TRACK: "I'm Your Captain"

RELEASED: 1970

THE HIDI FANKHAUSER INTERVIEW

Expertise and passion intersect with the entrepreneurial spirit. Hidi Fankhauser shares her adventure about blending skills, creativity, detail and virtual tools to bring quality apparel to life. This Mompreneur sincerely enjoys her profession. Enjoy this “GARMENTOLOGY” episode and be sure to focus on how Hidi pays her passion forward to the next generations.  

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Walk Off The Earth

TRACK: “Whippy Tube and Tap Dance Cover”

RELEASED:  2016

PATH CHANGER

Could this be a STOP and REBOOT opportunity? I made this mistake for ten years of my life. If Episode 98 describes you, please consider taking this path! Customers want this, and they will pay for it. Enjoy the rest of your summer!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST:  Fairport Convention

TRACK: "Who Knows Where The Time Goes"

RELEASED: 1968

SWITCHING LANES

With Heather Creech

Helping people is what inspires this creative and passionate Mompreneur. Heather Creech shares how she switched professional lanes in the middle of her career! Enjoy traveling down Heather’s life highway as she unveils her enthusiasm for empowering people as a Health Coach with Profile by Sanford. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Steve Winwood

TRACK: "Roll With It"

RELEASED: 1988

HIGH VOLTAGE SUMMER BREEZE

How to change business results in 5:40! Before you can finish a cup of coffee, we deliver a powerful biz tool that is becoming a rare commodity. Cool off with our quick breeze that is sure to electrify your business results. This can make everything better!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Delaney and Bonnie

TRACK: "Things Get Better"

RELEASED: 1969

THE JACKIE MAHANEY INTERVIEW

How fun is podcasting? Join us as we chat about real estate, podcast life, family, faith and current events with a Phoenix area Real Estate professional. Jackie Mahaney brings her expertise and upbeat attitude to the SimpleBiz360® Podcast. Enjoy and check-in with Jackie if you are relocating to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area of Arizona.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Melanie

TRACK: "Brand New Key"

RELEASED: 1971

CURVE BALLS

How do you handle adversity? Unexpected obstacles, hiccups and disappointments knock on all of our doors. Do the small and medium speed curve balls disrupt your business endeavors, or are they just brush-back pitches? Does adversity leave you feeling defeated, or do you look for the silver-lining hidden within the negative event? Tune in for 11 minutes and let your thoughts get stirred! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE 

ARTIST: The Mamas & The Papas

TRACK: "You Baby"

RELEASED: 1966

SMALL BIZ BARBECUE

The Mark Mittendorf Interview

What are some effective ingredients that small businesses can grill and serve to create happy, repeat and long-term customers? Mark Mittendorf shares his heart, and his six-point business model designed to serve God and customers. If you are searching for a small business model to learn from, this show is for you!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Toby Mac

TRACK: "Til The Day I Die"

RELEASED: 2015

CANDO vs. CAN'T DO

What is the essence of your company DNA? Rigid or flexible? Unwilling or willing? Narrow-minded or creative? Do we deny deviations or do we welcome unique requests? When you look at the cement that binds your company, is it a “CAN DO” foundation of optimism, or a “CAN’T DO” platform of pessimism? Grab a cup of coffee and let do some chin-rubbing! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Van Halen

TRACK: "Dancing In The Streets"

RELEASED: 1982

THE ED PHILIPS INTERVIEW

(EdPhilipsfineart.com)

Imagine starting a business by dusting off a skill set that lay dormant for over thirty years? Decades of retail management, sales management and business ownership prepared Ed Philips for his latest entrepreneurial adventure. Please join us as Ed provides a heartwarming glimpse into how he blended together a passion, a skill and business acumen to create a unique online company.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Beatles

TRACK: "Two Of Us"

RELEASED: 1970

BIG WINDSHIELDS

Business roads are paved with entrepreneurs that embrace opportunity, risk and reward. We invite you to look through your windshield and capture the enormity and excitement that lies ahead. Regret, backpedaling and rewinding past events never created a “glass half-full” mindset. Dream, plan, prepare and get your tools in order for the great adventure of doing business with optimism. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Who

TRACK: "I Can See For Miles"

RELEASED: 1967

THE PAUL BAUM INTERVIEW

Bridging the digital divide with passion and creativity. I met and hired Paul Baum in 1990. Shortly thereafter he began his entrepreneurial adventure that is 30 years strong and still going. Pauls’ second company, PlanITROI is now celebrating their 20th anniversary. We invite you soak up this story and see how Paul, his daughter, and the rest of the PlanITROI team is standing in the gap for those in need of affordable technology. 

FYI: Paul’s Lost in The Shuffle (L-I-T-S) selection only has 939 million views! WOW!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: ACDC

TRACK: "Thunderstruck"

RELEASED: 1990

UNIQUENESS

Price, quality and delivery! Boring! Potential customers want to know how you stand out from the competition. Fair prices, good quality and timely deliveries are the price of admission in most cases. Consumers want their buying decision to be easy and strongly supported. So, let’s shuffle the deck and start dealing potential clients with unique branding points. Join us for a cup of coffee and some thought stirring! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Three Dog Night

TRACK: "Mama Told Me (Not To Come)"

RELEASED: 1970

PROJECTING YOUR TALENTS 

An interview with Rick Diana

Part two of this series explores harnessing, networking and messaging your talents. Rick’s straight forward approach enables you to convey and monetize your proven uniqueness. The next 80 minutes will give you tools and confidence to project your true value to the corporate world! We encourage you to share this episode with family and friends!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Lenny Kravitz

TRACK: "Are You Gonna Go My Way"

RELEASED: 1993

PREPARING FOR THE CORPORATE TALENT HUNT

An interview with Rick Diana

Rick Diana delivers an expert perspective on properly preparing for a career change. The first installment of this two-episode series paves a path to setting victorious expectations. Rick joins both sides of the interview desk with candid insight and pragmatic solutions. Episodes 86 and 87 can provide a competitive career advantage for anyone willing to grasp the full measure of Rick’s messages. We encourage you to share with family and friends!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Nirvana

TRACK: "The Man Who Sold The World"

RELEASED: 1993 (Unplugged)

ROLE-PLAYING & REHEARSING

Sharpen timing, cadence, facial expressions, voice inflection, word combinations and conviction. The rewards of dialogue preparation will pave a path for calming nerves and increasing personal confidence. Hang with us for 9 minutes as we encourage you to consider role-playing and rehearsing to polish and refine your verbal skills.  

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ARTIST: The Yardbirds

TRACK: "Train Kept A Rollin"

RELEASED: 1965

THE DR. MICHAEL LEA INTERVIEW

The 360 degrees of the Upper Cervical Chiropractic profession! Join us for this infotainment enriched podcast. Dr. Michael Lea takes us up, down and all-around this unique chiropractic discipline. Funny, smart and informative, Dr. Lea shares his profession with charisma, energy, props and simplistic analogies. This was a really fun episode to tape. We hope you enjoy it! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Don McLean

TRACK: "American Pie"

RELEASED: 1971

THE VOLUNTEER EXCHANGE

What would happen if we invert conventional business mechanics and equip customers with information before they ask for it. It’s not that hard and it can be fun watching customers smile and thank you for being respectful of their money and time. Set aside 13 minutes, grab your favorite beverage and we hope you find this podcast helpful! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Seekers

TRACK: "I'll Never Find Another You"

RELEASED: 1964

THE AMIE HOFF INTERVIEW

Ingenuity combines wellness with work and then zips them together. Amie Hoff shares how two sisters take their idea to market. These best friends assemble equipment and knowledge into compact packages capable of delivering healthier lifestyles. Tune in and enjoy Amie’s entrepreneurial story that highlights hard work, creativity, family, athletics, entertainment, television, ecommerce the promotional products industry.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Five For Fighting

TRACK: "100 Years"

RELEASED: 2003

REDISTRIBUTING WEIGHT-BEARING LOADS

Management rarely addresses this concept. This broadcast tackles a consistently overlooked and ignored element of business. Do you transfer the task to the customer? Or do you shoulder the workload? Do you want to elevate customer satisfaction and create a better perception about your company? If so, this show is for you. Episode #81 is sure to put smiles on customer faces and money in your bank account! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Allman Joys

TRACK: "Crossroads"

RELEASED: 1966

THE JENNY MINER INTERVIEW

If you are involved in the world of ecommerce, then this show is for you! Jenny Miner takes us inside an online giant to deliver an informative and articulate podcast. This program allows listeners and viewers to jump into the seat of a buyer. The broadcast uncovers a deeper understanding of what ecommerce purchasing departments need to streamline their efforts and maximize vendor relationships. Jenny is a proven professional that will bring a fresh perspective to your inbox! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Rolling Stones

TRACK: "You Can't Always Get What You Want"

RELEASED: 1969

SLOW MOTION VISIBILITY

Wayne Gretzky! What can we take away from the top scorer in NHL history? Business and life often merge to create a superhighway of hustle and bustle. Many of us rarely escape fifth gear. Slowing down seems counter intuitive amidst the warp speed of our daily lives. Join me as I share my illuminating conversation with a former NHL player. The topic of our talk was the greatness of Wayne Gretzky. Take a ten-minute coffee break as we connect the dots to the significance of slow-motion clarity.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Guess Who

TRACK: "Undun"

RELEASED: 1969

THE MATT POLLARD INTERVIEW

(Leadsun Solar Lighting) 

Innovation and solutions abound during this satellite adventure to Australia. The Managing Director of Leadsun takes us on his journey to discovery. Sensing that technology and cost improvements could be achieved, Matt Pollard maps out how teamwork and determination met this chin-rubbing challenge. Join our engaging guest as this true gentleman unveils solar lighting and inspires future innovators. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Midnight Oil 

TRACK: "One Country"

(Powderworkers Tribute)

RELEASED: 2020

THE FROM SCRATCH BAKE HOUSE INTERVIEW

(Cara Peroutka & Julie Shaw)  

Mompreneurs, friends and bakers share their start up story. Inspired by providing homemade goodies for family gatherings and various PTA collaborations, the idea of friends baking together blossomed into something very special. I was genuinely intrigued after meeting Cara and Julie while picking up a gluten-free Christmas Coffee Cake in 2020. After eating this phenomenal treat (over the next four days), I knew their story had to be captured on tape. Delightful, insightful, engaging, informative and fun, Cara and Julie deliver INFOTAINMENT for all ages. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Lauren Daigle

TRACK: "Rescue"

RELEASED: 2018

ARTIST: Shane and Shane

TRACK: "In Christ Alone"

RELEASED: 2018

THE KRISTEN FARRAH INTERVIEW

(Dudes Love Brunch)

Kristen Farrah takes us on her path of entrepreneurship and creativity! 2020 was the unique backdrop for the birth of this start-up. Dudes Love Brunch (DLB) came into public view through the hard work of an exciting visionary who is making things happen! Our interview explores family, competitive athletics, writing, blogging, being “comfy” and how she is investing in herself.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Mt. Joy

TRACK: "Julia"

RELEASED: 2018

SMALL SCREEN SMACKDOWN!

Move, scroll and swipe, or sit, get mousy and plunk away? Are there certain business situations that warrant the use of our desktops instead of mobile devices? This episode does not contain answers…only questions. Have you have ever lost money, specifically because you processed business on a mobile device instead of a larger computer? If so, we invite you to grab your favorite beverage, sit back and enjoy the show. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Humble Pie

TRACK: "I Don't Need No Doctor"

RELEASED" 1971

THE ELEPHANT DOCTOR.

For many of us, details are the two-ton elephant in the room. Many business owners despise rolling up their sleeves and getting into the weeds, navigating the minutia, dotting the i’s and crossing those t’s! However, becoming an Elephant Doctor is a fiduciary responsibility we all need to employ if we are to remain operable. Roll out that red carpet and get ready to multiply attention-to-detail x 100! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Van Morrison

TRACK: "Blue Money"

RELEASED: 1970

FRONT DOOR-BACK DOOR.

Where is our emphasis? Which door concerns us more? For thirty-five years I have witnessed various corporate leaders hyper-focused on the "CUSTOMER ACQUISITION" process. However, many of those executives paid little attention to “KEEPING” that same customer. Sadly, I have experienced various company cultures that believe consumers should consider it a "PRIVILEGE" to pay for a transaction. Really? Let’s get real in this episode and shatter that myth! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Jefferson Airplane

TRACK: "Embryonic Journey"

RELEASED: 1966

EFFORTS & RESULTS.

Culture and reality duel in the battle of participators. Business can be harsh, lonely, exhausting and costly. It can also be exhilarating, fascinating, exciting and rewarding. The outcome depends on accepting the realistic rules of engagement. Join us as we take the ice for a thought-provoking faceoff.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Derek and the Dominos

TRACK: "Anyday"

RELEASED: 1970

SIX-POINT PUNCH.

Can business success be this simplified? Grab a cup of coffee and hear a refreshing account of a fourteen-year-old business that never markets, always has a full workload plate, and does 70% of annual revenue with repeat customers. Can this six-pronged business model do the same for your business? This show is a real chin-rubber! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Switchfoot

TRACK: "The Original"

RELEASED: 2011

THINK!

Create and expand or be stifled and dulled. Join us as we unleash the power of thought!

“Watch & Listen” has replaced “Read & Think” as our minds have been trained by self-serving voices designed to narrow and funnel our perspective. Businesses and consumers have suffered. We encourage you to reengage with stimulating thought and rediscover an exciting world of independent thinking that can deliver better repeat and referral business. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Loggins and Messina

TRACK: "Peace Of Mind"

RELEASED:  1971

TRUTH. 

Lies have invaded life to such a degree that consumers have trouble discerning what is real! Join us as we try to get our business trains back on track in pursuit of delivering TRUTH.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Leslie West (Mountain)

TRACK: "Whole Lotta Shaking Going On"

RELEASED: 1989

(Features other guitar greats!)

DUPE SOUP • Permanently Off Menu!

What performance modeling should our companies include and exclude? Consumers have endured decades of self-serving, hidden-agenda, greedy and fictitious messaging designed as absolute truth! In this show we urge you to avoid the adoption of such careless and misleading business strategies. Customers want and deserve better! Now is the time to EXPLORE YOUR CORE and build your foundation on humility, honesty, truth and customer-centric focus!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Switchfoot

TRACK: "Selling The News"

RELEASED: 2011

AVOID SWEEPING DIRT UNDER THE RUG!

Confrontation or a call to manage. How do you process tricky situations or sticky issues? Do they intimidate you and cause you to avoid dealing with them? Join us as we flush out the dangers of passing the buck and sweeping problematic dirt under the rug! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST:  J.J. Cale

TRACK: "Call Me The Breeze"

RELEASED: 1972

TRANSFERABLE SKILLS.

Observe, learn, pack and travel! Pay it forward for you and your career. Many business situations contain valuable takeaways that can assist you with improving your professional assets. Eyes on the road and keep the shiny side up! 

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ARTIST: Wishbone Ash

TRACK: "Blowing Free"

RELEASED: 1972 

The INCLUSION Challenge!

Do customers get the sense we want their business? Silly question, right? Then why do some of us make consumers feel like they are an intrusion? Just think what could happen if we treat them like they are part of our business family. Join us as we kick off our 2021 challenge by asking questions and finding answers that lead to better customer INCLUSION!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Vogues

TRACK:  "Five O'clock World"

RELEASED: 1965

FAST-FIVE NEW YEAR REZZIES!

Boom…boom…boom…boom…boom and you’re done! Dive into five, overlooked and underappreciated improvement tweaks! Happy New Year! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Vogues

TRACK: "You're The One"

RELEASED: 1965

THE DAVID GAULE INTERVIEW  

A Missouri based entrepreneur shares insights on healthy living and business ownership. 

Nutrition, supplements, wellness, organic foods, non-GMO products, business ownership and customer satisfaction are covered in this informative and engaging interview. For 18 years Dave has lived out his passion to help and serve others at O’Fallon Nutrition in St. Charles County, Missouri. Say goodbye to 2020 and start 2021 with a combination of personal care and biz tips! 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Rush

TRACK: "Free Will"

RELEASED: 1980

HOW TO MAKE CUSTOMERS FEEL WELCOME.

We set up 2021 by taking a peek at our business challenge for the upcoming year. Are we putting out the “Welcome Mat” for our potential and repeat customers? Are we sending messages of inclusion, or are we broadcasting intrusion, confusion and illusion? We want to ask the right questions that promote changes which will result in better business deliverables. Merry Christmas!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Ronettes

TRACK: "Frosty The Snowman"

RELEASED: 1963

MY TESTIMONY • DRUNKENNESS, DRUGS & DISCOVERY 

Addiction, loneliness, depression and fear are suffocating many people and families in 2020. Please consider sharing this story with those who need encouragement. This is a GOD story. I am simply privileged to witness the events and now share it with you. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Steven Curtis Chapman

TRACK: "The Invitation"

RELEASED: 1999

THE DAWN & DAVID GIOMBETTI INTERVIEW

Take Exit 74 off the New Jersey Garden State Parkway and enjoy an exciting, engaging and energetic show. 

Jump aboard with Dawn and David Giombetti as they recall setting the sails on their entrepreneurial voyage. Their story has inspired me since the late 1980’s. Enjoy their passion for business and desire to serve customers well! Come sail away for the next 80 minutes.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE #1:

ARTIST: Supertramp

TRACK: "Downstream"

RELEASED: 1977

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE #2:

ARTIST: Bob Dylan

TRACK: "Tangled Up In Blue"

RELEASED: 1977

THE JAMIE YORK INTERVIEW

From the county of West Yorkshire, in the north of England, we are delighted to capture some valuable insights from Jamie York. Engaging, driven, creative and relatable, this rising star has a lot to offer entrepreneurs and business professionals. We hope you enjoy this as much as we did! Cheers!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Rolling Stones

TRACK: "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" 

RELEASED: 1965

CRYPTIC COMMUNICATION

Podcast E58 looks at the trend of cryptic communication. This show identifies and examines the popular path of short, abbreviated, sketchy and confusing communication. Is this rapid style of customer service helping or hurting business relationships? Join us as we put a spotlight on this business shift. 

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: The Who

TRACK:  "I Can't Explain"

RELEASED: 1965

THE JIMMY CLARE INTERVIEW

The autism spectrum intersects with Jimmy Clare and his inspirational message. Committed to elevating the quality of life within the spectrum, Jimmy is focused on sharing encouraging advice about exercise, nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. This is an educational episode tailor made for sharing with family, friends, classmates and neighbors that are touched by autism.

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST:  AC/DC

TRACK: "Are You Ready"

RELEASED: 1990

ST. LOUIS SBM INTERVIEWS SIMPLEBIZ360

Small Business Monthly (Ron Ameln) chats with SimpleBiz360. Our short discussion ends with the TOP FIVE suggestions for increasing repeat and referral customers.

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ARTIST: Led Zeppelin

TRACK: "Communication Breakdown"

RELEASED: 

THE ALEX DIETRICH INTERVIEW

Vie Media’s Chief Operating Officer shares his story and valuable insights into business. Gaming, digital marketing, podcasting, operational duties and hard work are molding a fast and successful career for this young COO. With the wind at has back and a huge future ahead, Alex chats about business and life!

LOST IN THE SHUFFLE

ARTIST: Foals

TRACK: "Exits"

RELEASED: 2019