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Are you thinking about starting your own business? Know what you're getting into — before you commit. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur grappling with doubts, or just curious about the self-employed life, this podcast demystifies the entrepreneurial process by sharing stories and insights of founders who have successfully launched and built a small business.
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The Rise of Immigrant Entrepreneurship in Canada (w/Sylvie Ratté & Mathieu Galliot)
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In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur podcast, host Roger Pierce discusses immigrant entrepreneurship in Canada with two special guests from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC): Sylvie Ratté, Senior Economist, and Mathieu Galliot, Economist. Sylvie and Mathieu share their insights on the fascinating research appearing in their recent…
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How Brock LINC is Shaping the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs (w/Cassie Conte)
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In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur, host Roger Pierce chats with Cassie Conte, the Program Manager at Brock LINC, Brock University’s hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. What's clear in the interview is how valuable this resource is to aspiring entrepreneurs. Brock LINC is more than just a program—it’s a hub that nurtures innovation, cr…
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Why Experiential Learning is Key to Entrepreneurial Success (w/Mathew Georghiou)
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In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, host Roger Pierce sits down with Mathew Georghiou, a dynamic entrepreneur, engineer, writer, and inventor, and founder of several companies including MediaSpark, GoVenture World, and KleverToys. Mathew shares his journey in revolutionizing business education through the creation of advanced educat…
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Follow a GPS Plan to Reach Your Business Goals (w/Brian Moran)
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In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur, host Roger Pierce interviews Brian Moran, a seasoned entrepreneur, small business expert, and host of The Small Business Edge Podcast. Brian talks about his transition from working in executive roles at prestigious publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur Magazine, and Inc. Magazine to f…
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Control Your Destiny by Learning How to Sell, Advises Small Business Coach (w/David Cohen)
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In the latest episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, host Roger Pierce sits down with David Cohen, a seasoned entrepreneur, small business coach, and the founder of YourBigVenture.com. A beacon of inspiration and wisdom for small business owners, David has dedicated his career to empowering entrepreneurs through coaching, teaching, and various…
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YEDI Helps Entrepreneurs Turn Dreams Into Reality (w/Maria Konikov)
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In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, host Roger Pierce interviews Maria Konikov, the Director of Operations at the York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI). Maria discusses YEDI’s mission to support entrepreneurs through various programs, including their flagship incubator program and the one-year Entrepreneurship and Small…
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Death or Public Speaking? Communication Coach Helps Entrepreneurs Conquer Their Fear (w/Bruce Hunt)
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An astonishing 75% of people fear public speaking more than death. Thankfully, public speaking coach Bruce Hunt is here to talk us off that ledge in this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast. Bruce shares his experience in helping individuals and organizations improve their communication skills. He has worked with major companies such as TD B…
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Why Gen AI is the Answer to Canada’s Productivity Problem (w/Patrick Gill)
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In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur podcast, host Roger Pierce sits down with Patrick Gill, Senior Director of Operations at the Business Data Lab at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. The conversation dives deep into the productivity gap in Canada, the adoption and impact of generative AI (Gen AI) on small businesses, and the potential for A…
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Stand Out in Business by ‘Super Niching’ Advises Marketing Coach (w/Chala Dincoy)
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Listen to this episode for expert strategies to win more customers. In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur, host Roger Pierce interviews Chala Dincoy, CEO and founder of The Repositioning Expert (Repositioner.com). Chala shares her journey from a successful corporate marketer at companies like Pepsi and Frito-Lay to becoming a sought-after mark…
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Surprise and Delight Your Customers, Advises Virtual Event Producer (w/Louis Trahan)
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If you've ever been nervous about clicking the wrong button during a Zoom event, listen up. In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, host Roger Pierce interviews Louis Trahan, the owner of Learngistics, a company specializing in corporate in-person and virtual learning experiences. Louis shares his journey from founding Last Minute Train…
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Work Until Your Clients Love It, Says Award Winning Designer (w/Rachel Ott)
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In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur podcast, host Roger Pierce welcomes Rachel Ott, the dynamic force behind Varga Girl Design, a leading Canadian graphic design firm known for its innovative visual and technical design solutions. Rachel shares her diverse background from print to web design, and her journey to becoming one of the top design…
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How to Quit Your Job to Start a Business Development Company (w/Nate Simpson)
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In this insightful episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, Nate Simpson, owner of Nate Simpson Business Development, joins host Roger Pierce to discuss his transition from a technical expert in fire protection to founding his own company. Nate delves into the nuances of business development within the architecture, engineering, and construction…
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Releasing the Secrets of Video Production Success (w/Janine Harris)
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This episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast with host Roger Pierce goes behind the scenes to look at the fascinating start-up journey of Janine Harris, founder of KeyRing Media. Janine shares her transition from a video production employee to the owner of a successful video production company that collaborates with giants like Toyota and BMW. D…
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The Pointman's Playbook for PR & Entrepreneurship (w/Patrick McCaully)
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Join host Roger Pierce on The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast as he engages with Patrick McCaully, founder of Pointman News Creation and a public relations virtuoso. In this revealing episode, Patrick shares his transformative journey from journalism to the founding of his PR firm, showcasing how a deep understanding of media can lead to groundbreaking…
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Organic Journey to Starting a Social Media Agency (w/Andrew Jenkins)
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In this episode, host Roger Pierce interviews Andrew Jenkins, CEO of Volterra Digital who shares his amazing entrepreneurial journey from starting an e-commerce menswear business in 1995 to establishing a specialized social media and social selling firm. Andrew shares the lessons learned through failures, the evolution of his business into a retain…
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Are you teetering on the edge of starting your own business but find yourself overwhelmed by the what-ifs? Dive into The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast with your host, Roger Pierce to unravel the mysteries of entrepreneurship. This podcast is your compass in the world of self-employment, guiding you through the highs and lows of starting a small busin…
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S3E02: Mental Health Care for Leadership and Entrepreneurs with Roger Lichfield
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Join Mathew and his guest, Roger Lichfield as they dive into the topic of mental health on a high-performance level. Listen as they discuss overcoming the stigma of mental health issues, why it is important to have two different types of managers working for you, and their advice for leaders in both dealing with their own mental health and that of …
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S3E01: A Focus On Leadership
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As a leader/CEO we can trip when get too comfortable and fail to maintain our self-awareness. In this episode, Matthew talks about the importance of leadership, being vulnerable and the five temptations that we sometimes fall into as CEOs. Resources Mentioned: The Five Temptations of a CEO by Patrick Lencioni : https://strategicdiscipline.positioni…
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S2E13: “Balancing Act” – From Office to the Home with Fadwa Terra
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Fadwa Terra joins Matthew on this week’s episode. Fadwa shares how she believes that in order for her to do something she has to be able to commit to it 100%. This has led her to make some difficult choices when it comes to career and prioritizing motherhood however this commitment also led her to extraordinary opportunities later that allowed her …
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S2E12: Living Your Passion with Dameien Isom
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Dameien Isom joins Matthew on this week’s episode. Dameien is Matthew’s long-time best friend and an accomplished car artist when it comes to restoring hot rods. Join in their conversation as they reminisce about how Dameien developed his passion for remodeling vehicles while working with his father, how he maintained this passion even during an ec…
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S2E11: Every Coach Needs a Coach with James Malinchak
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We are excited to bring you this encore episode of James Malinchak that originally aired on Oct 8, 2020. As the discussion about purpose driven businesses continues, we thought that this was an opportune time to re-release this episode. James shares his wealth of knowledge including why mentors need mentors, understanding the business side of speak…
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S2E10: Overcoming Obstacles
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Being purpose driven requires overcoming obstacles. Matthew leads us through a discussion on learning to solve problems through building resilience, developing your “grit”, and rising above what is put before you. You can access Access the Overcoming Obstacles course at https://matthewlelandcox.com About the Host: Matthew Cox spent his elementary a…
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S2E09: What Makes You Get Up Every Morning?
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What drives you? What is your purpose, the motivation, to jump out of bed and get your day going? In today’s episodes, Mathew discusses taking care of yourself as much as taking care of the business, defining your purpose and keeping it rooted for success, and learning to connect with those around you. About the Host: Matthew Cox spent his elementa…
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S2E08: Family Strong – Facing the Challenges of 2021
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Family is the reason we run businesses. No matter what your family structure looks like, we do it for them. 2021 has impacted the family significantly and it is not through yet. Matthew discusses these challenges and the strategies we can start taking in order to face them head on and ensure our family is happy and healthy. It all starts with you. …
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S2E07: What Kind of Leader Are You?
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The type of leader that you are, influences the impact you have on successfully motivating others, which can make or break your company. Today, Matthew discusses the different types of leaders, the skills they display, and the challenges they may face with their style. About the Host: Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thinkin…
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S2E06: How to Define Your Purpose
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As we continue to talk about businesses we also have to focus on the leadership and finding your purpose. It is not always easy to do so and once you find it, you have to know what to do with it. Matthew discusses finding his purpose and the three aspects needed to shape it into a fully developed superpower. About the Host: Matthew Cox spent his el…
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S2E05: The Six Key Components to Get the Most Out of Your Business
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In this week’s episode, Matthew considers the six areas that most small business owners find to be challenging on that road to success. Listen as he discusses developing processes, monitoring your data, delegating tasks that others may be better suited for, and much, much more. About the Host: Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school year…
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S2E04: Why Should I GO Back to WORK?
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Matthew is back to continue the conversation about today’s business world. From free capitalism to high unemployment rates because people are not wanting to go back to work to robotics in the workplace, Matthew explores the trends that are happening for businesses in 2021. About the Host: Matthew Cox spent his elementary and middle school years thi…
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S2E03: What Is the Best Business to Start in 2021?
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Are you thinking of starting a business? Do you wonder where to begin? What qualities should you have as a leader? Today Matthew discusses the fluctuating economy and how it is impacting what people are doing in order to earn their living. Matthew takes a look at the 10 top business opportunities that are identified in Las Vegas and encourages you …
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S2E02: How Covid-19 Has Impacted the Way Medical Providers are Doing Business with Dr. James and Dr. Dante
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It has been over a year since Covid-19 has changed the way many businesses operate and one of the most important ones that were impacted was the medical field. Matthew is joined by two members of the medical profession as well as fellow podcasters, Dr. Dante M. Paredes and Dr. James Aston. Today, Matthew, Dr. Dante and Dr. James discuss the impact …
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S2E01: Get A Grip – How to Get Everything You Want from Your Entrepreneurial Business with Mike Paton
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Matthew is back!! After a bit of a hiatus, Matthew has returned with a special guest, award-winning speaker, author and Global Ambassador for EOS Worldwide, Mike Paton. Join Mike and Matthew as they discuss the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System®), the common frustrations of entrepreneurs, Mike’s passion for helping entrepreneurs get what they w…
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Ep 44: How to Deal with Criticism
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Criticism even when given as constructive feedback is not always well received. Your vision is not always going to align with somebody else’s, and it is part of the human condition to give. Matthew takes us through understanding criticism and some suggestions on how to deal it when it happens to you. This episode was...…
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Too often we find it easy to focus on the care of others, but we also need to be there for ourselves. In this week’s episode Matthew focuses on the importance of self-care, and how it is quite different for each of us. Find out how your personality color influences your approach to finding your...Von Mathew Cox
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