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#51 Celebrating Milestones: 25 Questions with Vivian and Michaela
In their milestone 50th episode (technically the 51st), Vivian and Michaela dive into an engaging Q&A session where they answer 25 questions that reveal more about the...
#50 How Anytime Tees Navigated the Leap from Home Business to a 4,200 Square Foot Facility - With Rachel Nagunst
Join me for an engaging conversation with Rachel, the owner of Anytime Tees, a custom apparel company that has grown from a home-based business to a 4,200 square foot ...
#49 Scaling and Powering Through Challenges with Josh Kallsen of PowerTech
In this episode of Riding Tandem, Vivian Kvam sits down for a candid chat with Josh Kallsen, the go-getting president of PowerTech. They dive into Josh's journey throu...
#48 Building a Subscription Box Business - Jennifer Lea's Entry Envy Journey
In this episode of "Riding Tandem," Vivian Kvam engages in a deeply inspiring conversation with Jennifer Lea, the innovative founder of Entry Envy. Jennifer's journey ...
#47- Venture Capital and Startup Burnout - with Kaylee Williams
Join Vivian Kvam for an enriching dialogue with Kaylee Williams, an entrepreneur and business strategist for early-stage startup companies. She is the Investment Direc...
#46 Embracing Joy: A Conversation with Lisa Even on Finding Happiness in Life and Work
Join Lisa Even and Vivian Kvam in a heartfelt conversation about finding joy in both life and work. Lisa shares her transformative framework for prioritizing joy, shed...
#45- Building Strong Teams and Systems to Scale A Successful Food Business - Alejandra Valdez, Viva Fit Kitchen
Tune in to hear an inspired conversation with Alejandra Valdez, the visionary behind Viva Fit Kitchen. Discover her journey to scalable success through smart business ...
#44- What you need to know about franchises - Charista Baye
Meet incredible Charista Baye, a serial entrepreneur turned franchise matchmaker. We unravel the myths surrounding franchises – spoiler: they're not all about hefty in...
#43- Unlocking Media Coverage and Press Release Strategies for Small Businesses -Mickie Kennedy
Step into the world of press releases with our latest episode of Riding Tandem! Have you heard these press release myths? Myth 1: Press releases are only for big busin...
#42- Navigate Stress and Burnout with Practical Tips for Entrepreneurs - Vivian Kvam
In this candid and insightful episode, we tackle the pervasive issues of stress and burnout that often accompany the entrepreneurial journey. Drawing from personal exp...
#41 How to write marketing copy that attracts your ideal clients - Jennifer Curfman
One entrepreneur dared to defy the norm in a world of generic marketing and cookie-cutter copy, Jennifer Curfman's perspective on how to write compelling copy for your...
#40 Secrets to Success At Trades and Art Festivals - Troy Burrus
Troy Burrus, (Vivian's husband) ventured into the world of entrepreneurship, trading his daily grind for the pursuit of his passion in Landscape Photography. He shares...
#39 Dance, TikTok, and Business: Natasha Gregory's Unique Business Choreography
Unleashing her expertise and grace, ballet instructor Natasha Gregory pirouettes her way through the virtual dance world, captivating audiences, and defying expectatio...
#38 Turn your hobby into a business and still love it - Jeffrey Tadlock
Jeffrey Tadlock, is an experienced photographer who successfully taken a passion from "just a hobby" to a successful business. Together, we dive deep into the key stra...
#37 How to Build a Strong Financial Foundation And Prepare To Borrow For Your Business - Jamel Hamilton
In this episode, we debunk some common financial literacy myths and discuss the vital art of navigating borrowing for small businesses. Jamel Hamilton, reveals the tru...
#36 HR Made Simple for Business Owners: Expert Advice from Bryn Reed and Lynn Owen
In this episode of Riding Tandem, I'm joined by HR experts Bryn Reed and Lynn Owen, members of HRAM, to demystify HR for your business. HR isn't just about hiring and ...
#35 Unleash Your Pitching Potential and Presentation Skills: Expert Advice from Kelsey Stupfell and Niki Ferguson
Do you want to master the art of captivating pitch competitions and leave a lasting impression on potential investors? Look no further! This episode is all about Pitch...
#34 Donuts, Determination, and Destiny - with Elizabeth Pooley & Jack Pooley, Square Donuts
Elizabeth Pooley and son Jack Pooley join me on the podcast to share 8 ingredients for creating a successful business from scratch. From an aversion to sugar and earl...
# 33 How to get product into big-box stores: the inspiring journey of Christi Kmecik
Do you dream of your product on the shelves at Big-Box stores like Target, Home Goods, or Home Depot? Then this episode is sure to inspire you! Christi and I talked ab...
#32 The Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur: Julie Wyssman's Secrets to Running Multiple Businesses
Are you a multi-passionate entrepreneur struggling to navigate the challenges of running multiple businesses? Have you been told that the key to success is to focus on...
#31 Master AI in Your Small Business: Secrets that Drive Growth and Efficiency - with Sue Pitts
Have you heard these myths about leveraging AI for small businesses? Let's debunk them and uncover the truth! Myth #1: AI is only for large corporations with big budge...
#30 From Imagination to Sweet Reality: How Amber and Jeremy Turned Their Ice Cream Shop Dream into Cup & Cone
Welcome back to a delicious episode of Riding Tandem! This episode reveals the inspiring story of Amber and Jeremy Tkaczuk, the power couple behind the irresistible ic...
#29 Thriving Together: The Dynamic Duo of ADHD and Non-ADHD Business Partners - with Machaela Clark
There are so many myths about business owners and partners with ADHD. So business partners Vivian Kvam and Machaela Clark, share the truth about how ADHD could be your...
# 28 Cutting through Adversity: Shannon Jackson's Story of Grit, Determination and Good Haircuts
Just when entrepreneur Shannon Jackson was launching her barber shop, life threw her an unexpected and violent twist. What could have been the downfall of her business...
#27 Happy, Healthy Leaders and Organizations: A Conversation with Dr. Jennifer Churchill
Are you tired of feeling like you're not reaching your full potential as a business leader? Have you been told to just be more self-aware without any actionable steps ...
#26 Mastering the Art of Brainstorming: Fueling Small Business Growth
Find out how brainstorming will become your favorite secret weapon for achieving greatness with your business. Vivian debunks the myth that creativity is limited to a ...
#25 The Art Of Leadership: Valued, Respected, Appreciated and Heard - With Casey Putney
Casey Putney is a John Maxwell certified leadership coach, speaker, and trainer. He's led leadership development programs and teams within the for-profit and non-profi...
# 24 Jon Nelson: The dad, husband & creative entrepreneur juggling 4 businesses & 6 kids & changing the world
Jon Nelson, a business owner and idea guy juggles entrepreneurial success, family, and personal health as he navigates the complexities of the restaurant industry. Jon...
#23 Brad Arrowsmith: Building a legacy towing operation
Brad Arrowsmith owns Arrow Towing, one of the largest towing companies in the Midwest. Towing everything from passenger cars and airplanes off the interstate after a c...
#22 Growing a business and a family - Kyle Ranney's journey
When Kyle Ranney, a successful business owner and video producer, discovers he and his wife are expecting a baby, he realizes another shift in his personal and busines...