In the ever-evolving business landscape, the challenge of merging service-oriented operations with e-commerce ventures is a conundrum many entrepreneurs face. How can businesses effectively navigate the terrain where customer preferences meet the promotion of specific products? Kevin Talley, the mind behind Grizzly Cycles, grapples with this very question as he seeks to seamlessly integrate his service-based business into the digital realm of e-commerce. Finding the delicate balance between catering to customer needs and pushing preferred products forward is a puzzle many in the business world aim to solve. Kevin's journey serves as a beacon of insight for those looking to bridge the gap between traditional service models and the vast opportunities of online retail.

00:00 Introduction
00:57 From Couch Surfing To Repairing Bicycles In The Living Room To Community Hub
08:29 Harmonizing A Service-Oriented Business While Also Delving Into The Realm Of E-commerce
11:57 The Visioneer Game!
19:13 Balancing Between Customer Preferences And Promoting Your Preferred Products
23:56 Final Thoughts: "The Mentality Of A Lion"
26:34 Dad Jokes / Credits

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Merging Service-Oriented Operations With E-Commerce - Ep. #277, Kevin Talley, Grizzly Cycles

Are you pricing for profit or for people? In this episode, Husein Shakir, owner of DIY Depot, unpacks the common trap of focusing solely on price or margin—while overlooking what actually fits your ideal customer. Learn how to strike the right balance, guide buying decisions with value, and build loyalty through better customer alignment.

00:00 Introduction
01:10 From Computer Scientist To DIY Business Owner!
08:37 How To Avoid The Trap Of Overlooking Your Ideal Customer
15:20 The Visioneer Game!
19:43 How To Help Your Customer Decide What To Buy!
23:47 Final Thoughts: "People Don't Buy The Product, They Buy The Story!"
25:42 Shorts / Credits

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#PricingStrategy #CustomerFit #SmallBusinessTips #RetailSuccess #DIYDepot #BusinessGrowth #SalesPsychology #KnowYourCustomer #ValueOverPrice #entrepreneurinsights https://youtu.be/BSrGX_FaLOA

Profit vs People: Price Trap;  Husein Shakir, DIY Depot

Discover how community involvement fuels your station’s growth, strengthens branding, and keeps listeners loyal. Danny Hill, owner of Hill Broadcasting, reveals powerful strategies for adapting your station’s business model to remain profitable and relevant in today’s era of streaming and podcasts. Learn how to stay connected, stay profitable, and stand out.

00:00 Introduction
00:37 Behind The Scenes of SBC!
01:40 From A Failed Relationship To Radio Station Owner Sucess!
15:31 How To Use Community Involvement To Fuel Growth
20:20 The Visioneer Game!
26:09 How To Strengethen Your Brand During This Age Of Podcasts!
32:53 Final Thoughts: "It's Not Pressure-It's Solving A Problem
34:54 Shorts / Credits

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#RadioBranding #LocalListeners #CommunityDriven #PodcastEra #StreamingVsRadio #StationGrowth #MediaBusiness #RadioRelevance #ModernBroadcasting #HillBroadcasting #dannyhill #bakersfield #smallbusinesscelebration  https://youtu.be/KJK9kNJgr04

Radio's Big Secret, Fuel Growth, Strengthen Brand - Danny Hill, Hill Broadcasting

How do you raise your prices when transitioning from a product-based to a service-based business? Sarah Haggard, owner of Deluge Consulting, breaks down how to determine your value, set profitable rates, and confidently communicate price changes to clients. Whether you’re just starting your service journey or looking to level up your pricing strategy, this episode is packed with insight and action.

00:00 Introduction
00:40 Skit
00:51 From Convention Go-er To Business Owner
08:57 How To Raise Prices In A Service-Based Business
15:46 The Visioneer Game!
18:38 How To Determine Your Service Value
29:40 Final Thoughts: "Try Your Best. No, Do Your Best."
32:23 Shorts / Credits

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https://youtu.be/TezGJMbpUGE

Charge More, Stress Less; Sarah Haggard, Deluge Consulting

How do you build a culture that reflects your values—not just a rulebook? Mike Harvey, owner of 511 Media, breaks down how to unify your vision at the top while empowering your team on the ground. Learn how to centralize leadership without micromanaging, and how to decentralize operations without losing your company’s soul.

00:00 Introduction
00:46 Skit
01:03 How an MSP facilitated a bigger VISION!
08:07 How to build culture that reflects values and not doctrine.
16:02 The Visioneer Game!
26:06 How to centralize leadership and decentralize operations.
31:38 Final Thoughts: "Business Owners Lie When They Tell You Everything Is Great!"
34:06 Shorts / Credits

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#LeadershipStrategy #CompanyCulture #BusinessValues #DecentralizedOps #EmpoweredTeams #VisionDriven #PurposeOverPolicy #EntrepreneurMindset #511Media #MikeHarvey
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Culture Over Control: Why? - Michael Harvey, 511 Media

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Merging Service-Oriented Operations With E-Commerce - Ep. #277, Kevin Talley, Grizzly Cycles

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