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Affordable Employee Benefits with Brandon Smith of Combined Insurance

In this episode, hosts David Praet and Scott Merritt guide small business owners on the significance of employee benefits. They are joined by expert Brandon Smith from Combined Insurance, who shares insights into making employee benefits accessible and affordable. Brandon delves into his personal journey and the importance of supplemental benefits like accident insurance, critical illness coverage, and paycheck insurance. He offers practical solutions for small business owners to attract and retain top talent, boost productivity, and mitigate HR-related challenges, without incurring significant costs. Additionally, Brandon shares a special offer for the podcast listeners, underscoring the value of providing employee benefits to foster a thriving work environment.

· 00:00 Introduction and Hosts

· 00:22 Truth Bomb: Importance of Employees

· 01:41 Discussing Employee Benefits

· 02:24 Guest Introduction: Brandon Smith

· 03:25 Brandon's Background and Career Journey

· 08:35 Challenges for Small Business Owners

· 10:22 Supplemental Benefits Explained

· 11:53 Cost and Accessibility of Benefits

· 14:23 Role of Combined Insurance

· 16:36 Benefits of Offering Supplemental Insurance

· 19:31 No Medical Exams and Guaranteed Issue Options

· 20:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

· 21:35 Boosting Productivity and Morale

· 22:05 Decreasing Workers' Compensation Claims

· 23:14 Eliminating Liability for Small Businesses

· 24:44 Financial Gains from Employee Benefits

· 25:19 Steps for Growing Businesses

· 28:18 Overview of Insurance Policies

· 31:14 Critical Illness and Cancer Coverage

· 34:31 Disability and Paycheck Insurance

· 36:46 Benefits for 1099 Employees and Solopreneurs

· 41:20 Special Offers for Business Owners

· 43:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses:

Insights from Jim Hughes of Business Risk Solutions

In this episode of 'Minding Your Business,' David Praet speaks with Jim Hughes, founder of Business Risk Solutions, about essential cybersecurity measures for small businesses. Jim shares practical tips on how business owners can protect themselves from cyber threats like ransomware and malware, the importance of strong passwords and regular vulnerability assessments, and offers free resources such as a cybersecurity assessment checklist and identity theft awareness tips. The conversation also delves into Jim's background, his experiences with cybercrime, and his mission to educate seniors on identity theft. Whether you're a new business owner or experienced entrepreneur, this episode provides valuable insights into safeguarding your business in the digital age.

00:00 Introduction to Minding Your Business Podcast

00:16 Meet Jim Hughes: Founder of Business Risk Solutions

01:06 Jim's Early Life and Career Beginnings

04:00 Journey into Cybersecurity

05:25 The Growing Threat of Cybercrime

08:04 Practical Cybersecurity Tips for Small Businesses

15:25 The Importance of Strong Passwords

21:22 Advanced Security Measures: Biometrics and Authentication

23:33 Monitoring and Vulnerability Assessments

25:23 Understanding SOC and Business Vulnerabilities

26:24 The Role of Insurance Agents in Cybersecurity

27:30 Challenges in Cyber Liability Insurance

29:56 Responding to Cyber Attacks

33:31 Importance of Cybersecurity Budgeting

36:23 Incident Response Planning

37:12 Protecting Seniors from Cyber Threats

38:15 Engaging with Seniors on Cybersecurity

43:41 Special Offers and Final Thoughts

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Building a Strong Brand with Chelsea McKinney of DigiBridge Media

In this episode, David Praet and Scott Merritt discuss the importance of effective social media strategies for business growth with Chelsea McKinney from DigiBridge Media. The episode covers key points of building a brand, understanding your narrative, choosing the right social media platforms, and engaging with your audience. Chelsea shares her journey, insights on creating authentic content, and her experience in helping businesses overcome marketing challenges, while also offering a free social media graphic for podcast listeners.

00:00 The Frustration with Ads
01:02 Meet the Hosts: David and Scott
01:31 Introducing the Expert: Chelsea McKinney
02:08 Chelsea's Background and Journey
03:48 The Birth of DigiBridge Media
11:06 Challenges in Social Media Marketing
20:24 Building Authentic Connections
20:55 Measuring Results and Adjusting Strategies
21:45 Identifying Ideal Clients
22:24 Success Stories and Overcoming Challenges
24:08 Handling Mistakes and Reputation Management
26:00 Introduction to DigiBridge
26:14 Customization and Authenticity at DigiBridge
28:04 Working Process with New Clients
31:15 Favorite Tools and Technology

33:20 Proudest Accomplishments and Future Plans
37:03 Final Advice and Conclusion

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