Best Podstarter Just Good Business Podcasts (2024)

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The Art and Business of Social Entrepreneurship, with Marc Almon Founder + Partner, Culture Link CIC 48:38

4d ago48:38

48:38

Matt Thomson and Anuj Jain are back, this time to discuss the challenges and opportunities of navigating the middle space between art and business in social entrepreneurship. They are joined by guest, Marc Almon Founder + Partner, Culture Link CIC, as they highlight the importance of community engagement, government relations, and public relations.…

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From Housing to Building Community, with Ron Lovett CEO of VIDA 46:46

18d ago46:46

46:46

Join Matt and Anuj as they explore a creative solution for Canada's affordable housing crisis, with guest Ron Lovett, CEO of VIDA. The three sit down for an in-depth discussion about VIDA's socially responsible and purpose-driven approaches. Discover Ron's inspiring journey of finding purpose in business through community engagement. Learn about th…

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Season 2 Trailer 2:26

2M ago2:26

2:26

By Anuj Jain, Matt Thomson

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Season-In-Review with Matt and Anuj 26:12

5M ago26:12

26:12

In the final episode of season one, hosts Matt and Anuj review some of the biggest and best takeaways from the past eleven episodes. Stay tuned until the end of the episode for an exciting surprise announcement!By Anuj Jain, Matt Thomson

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Aaron Long, Meg Hodges, and the Alternative Resource Energy Authority (AREA) Nova Scotia 48:08

6M ago48:08

48:08

As a 100% municipally-owned company formed in 2014 by the towns of Antigonish, Berwick and Mahone Bay, AREA believes in the strength of collaboration. AREA has been developing solar photovoltaic projects in Nova Scotia since 2017, starting with 1.5 MW of commercial solar for 20 municipalities across the province through the Solar for Community Buil…

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Will Marshall and Equilibrium Engineering 46:48

6M ago46:48

46:48

Equilibrium Engineering (LMMW Group Ltd.), was founded in 2009 and is an award-winning energy services firm rooted in sustainable building design and energy conservation. Equilibrium, along with L360 Facility Services, formally became part of LMMW Group Ltd. in 2022. Equilibrium Engineering specializes in decarbonization planning, energy and facili…

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Nadine Bernard and Indigevisor 40:23

7M ago40:23

40:23

Indigevisor serves as a bridge between their clients and Indigenous communities, with their team acting as conduits to achieve that connection. As an Indigenous women-owned and led national advisory corporation, Indigevisor is dedicated to supporting Truth and Reconciliation in Turtle Island. They draw on teachings of humility, respect, and wisdom …

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Bradley Daye and Placemaking 4G 41:53

7M ago41:53

41:53

Placemaking 4G (or P4G) was founded with the goal of transform workplaces by helping employers build stronger and more inclusive teams through socially-conscious recruiting, and innovative approaches to human dynamics and equity, diversity and inclusion practices. P4G works with organizations that have big ambitions; those who want to ensure their …

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Tia Upshaw and Blk Women in Excellence 45:15

7M ago45:15

45:15

Blk Women in Excellence (BWIE) is a non-profit organization that was put in place to educate, inspire and encourage Black women to become self employed and sustainable businesses owners. The idea for the organization came when founder and local business leader Tia Upshaw was attending the annual Takin' BLK Gottingen community market. Upshaw found h…

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Mary Jane Rodger, Mhari Lamarque, and the Medway Community Forest Coop 50:30

8M ago50:30

50:30

The Medway Community Forest Co-op (MCFC) is located in Annapolis County near the communities of Annapolis Royal, Bear River, South Milford, Springfield, New Germany, and Caledonia. The 15,000 ha area was determined through careful analysis of the landscape. The resulting area is the best possible fit of considerations such as roads and access, fore…

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Linda Best and FarmWorks Investment Co-operative Limited 36:46

9M ago36:46

36:46

FarmWorks Investment Co-operative Limited was incorporated as a for-profit Co-operative on May 18, 2011, by community leaders concerned about social, economic and cultural needs. FarmWorks lends Shareholder funds to qualifying food-related businesses across Nova Scotia. FarmWorks investors are making a significant difference in the year-round avail…

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Mike Davis and Davis Pier / Pier Labs 44:58

9M ago44:58

44:58

Davis Pier and Pier Labs work with the public, social, and not-for-profit sectors to address complex issues that improve society. Existing at the intersection of policy and people, the team at Davis Pier specialize in engaging community to maximize the efficacy of program delivery and implementation. Recently, Davis Pier has undergone the process o…

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Sheena Russell and Made With Local 38:49

10M ago38:49

38:49

Made With Local made it's debut on a small farmer's market table in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 2012. Their mission was simple and to the point: provide tasty, nourishing snacks using ethically sourced ingredients from local producers. Now sold in major Canadian grocery stores, Made With Local has managed to scale into a national brand, all while keepi…

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Joey Pittoello and Just Us! Coffee Roasters Co-Op 43:50

10M ago43:50

43:50

Just Us! has been a worker co-op since its founding in 1995. From baristas and roasters to managers and administrators, everyone who works at Just Us! can be member-owners. This is inspired by the small producer farm co-ops that Just Us! partners with in the Global South. More than two decades later, Just Us! continues to thrive as a wholly Canadia…

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Erika Shea and New Dawn Enterprises 38:32

11M ago38:32

38:32

New Dawn is a non-profit, private, volunteer-directed social enterprise dedicated to community building. It seeks to identify community needs and to establish and operate ventures that speak to those needs. Some of the services provided by New Dawn generate revenues, and these revenues are reinvested in New Dawn. These revenues allow New Dawn to de…

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TRAILER: The Just Good Business Podcast 1:12

11M ago1:12

1:12

In the dynamic, exciting world of social entrepreneurship, you don't need to choose between contributing to social causes or running a profitable business - you can have both. Welcome to The Just Good Business Podcast, a show dedicated to defining, demystifying, and making the work of social enterprises more accessible to the Nova Scotian business …

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Business & Brand Strategy with Ashley Delaney from Loyal Brand Co. 46:43

1y ago46:43

46:43

On today's episode we're sitting down with Ashley Delaney from Loyal Brand co. Sue and Jena have worked with Ashley in the corporate world, through Good People Consulting with various clients, and now Sue and Ashley are bringing a variety of workshops at CO+ in Halifax and online. This episode is focused on business and brand strategy through Ashle…

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Thoughts of resumes and defining your own success 26:25

1+ y ago26:25

26:25

Are resumes dead? Join us to hear our thoughts on the resume, if they're dying and why you should use it as a tool to tell a story about yourself (for now). We dive into how we define success and why its important to know what success means to you.By Jena Waisman and Sue Oland

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Social media basics & showing up purposefully 24:12

1+ y ago24:12

24:12

We're diving into the basics of social media and dicuss why you should use it as a tool to grow your personal brand and business and a few key things you should keep in mind.By Jena Waisman and Sue Oland

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Brand Marketing: the importance of creating an emotional connection with customers 21:29

1+ y ago21:29

21:29

On today's episode we were inspired by an Wall Street Journal article about airbnb's new marketing strategy involving more brand marketing and as a result it enabled them to lower their marketing spend, continue achieving a good ROI and better connect with customers. We're diving into the importance of building an emotional connection with customer…

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Quiet Promotions & Business Etiquette 28:12

1+ y ago28:12

28:12

On today's episode we're talking about our take on quiet promotions and business ettiquette.

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Marketing Thoughts: Tiffany x Nike Partnership and smart Superbowl ads 28:22

1+ y ago28:22

28:22

On today's episode we're discussing our thoughts on the Tiffany x Nike partnership, the strategic partnership between them and the unexpected backlash on social media. We're also reviewing the hype of Superbowl ads, how brands have learned to maximize their reach, and what we think of some of the best ads.…

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The importance of a disciplined approach 15:03

1+ y ago15:03

15:03

By Jena Waisman and Sue Oland

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A renewed outlook, the importance of a budget and what we're doing to stay organized in 2023 32:05

1+ y ago32:05

32:05

On today's episode we're back with a little update on what we're doing to stay organized, motivated and more importantly consistent, in 2023.By Jena Waisman and Sue Oland

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Positive Social Media, Pinterest Learnings and New Book Recommendations 23:19

2y ago23:19

23:19

A morning with Jena and Sue to chat about Sue's experience at Social East, insight on the new Pinterest platform and creating a positive space, book recommendations and more.By Jena Waisman and Sue Oland

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Life updates, good reads, and the importance of a thoughtful customer experience 18:57

2y ago18:57

18:57

Tune in for a short coffee chat about new books we recommend, brands we love, the importance of a good customer experience and more.

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Katie Zeppieri and Kelly Chase: Why you need a personal brand, how to reinvent yourself, the beauty of failing, and owning your success 50:43

2y ago50:43

50:43

Special guests Katie Zeppieri and Kelly Chase join us to talk about the importance of building a personal brand, how to reinvent yourself, building a business from the ground up, why its important to own your success and why it all starts with confidence.By Jena Waisman and Sue Oland

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Quiet quitting or boundaries? 27:57

2y ago27:57

27:57

This week we're talking about quite quitting, our thoughts on the term and what it really means, some local businesses we love, what we've been up to and more.By Jena and Sue

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Good resume or good experience? 23:09

2y ago23:09

23:09

A topic of conversation that has come up often over the past few weeks when thinking of hiring. Tune in for some thoughts around resumes, job titles, and the power of being the loudest (or quietest) in the room.

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Life update and business learnings 32:23

2y ago32:23

32:23

Tune in to hear our update on Bumble BFF, why we're obsessed with Canadian brand, Salty Face, and hear about some of the key things we've learned through our business ventures this year.

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Marketing innovation and why it should be a priority for your business 21:25

2y ago21:25

21:25

On today's episode we're talking about marketing innovation, how you can be more innovative, why it should be part of your business strategy and why staying 'on trend' isn't always the right fit.By Jena and Sue

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Helpful Resources: How to keep yourself motivated and learning 27:17

2y ago27:17

27:17

On today's episode we're sharing some of our favourite tips to stay motivated, challenged and always learning.By Jena and Sue

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Strategic partnerships to help grow your brand 27:06

2y ago27:06

27:06

On today's episode, we're talking about the power of strategic partnerships and how they can help you grow your brand, reach a new audience, interrupt brand loyalty with competitors, and more. If you're wondering how your brand can utilize strategic partnerships, this episode is for you.

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Networking for building your business and finding new friends 22:25

2y ago22:25

22:25

On today's episode, we're talking about the power of networking. Whether you're looking to expore a new career, on a job hunt, in a new city looking to meet friends, or just looking for new prespective, this episode is for you.By Jena and Sue

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Are you busy or productive? 34:01

2y ago34:01

34:01

On today's episode we're sharing some of our tips to rock your week. Since leaving the 9 to 5, its been a challenge to make sure we're staying on track, are effient with our time, and of course still working towards our bigger goals. As you know, we're learning as we go too, but this is a good place to start. So, ask yourself, are you busy, or are …

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Sylvia Beirnes: Taking risks, finding your passion, and building a business 53:41

2+ y ago53:41

53:41

Sylvia Beirnes, a maritime made entrepreneur and co-creator of @CanadianContentStudios, joins us to talk about her career journey and how she knew she was born for the entertainment industry, her out-of-the-box ideas that stuck success, and what she's up to now. Check out: www.canadiancontentstudios.com…

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The Great Resignation: New paths and a new love for working remote 17:51

2+ y ago17:51

17:51

On today's episode, Jena and Sue sit down to discuss the great resignation and how its triggered inspiration for switching career paths, taking risks, and finding new ways to work.By Jena and Sue

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Life Update: Jena and Sue 7:22

2+ y ago7:22

7:22

Join Jena and Sue on today's episode for a quick life update.By Jena and Sue

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Mentorship and The Art of Coaching 17:55

3y ago17:55

17:55

On today's episode, Jena and Sue sit down to chat about the importance of having a mentor, and why the art of coaching has been lost. Learn more about Sue's passion for coaching: https://www.goodpeopleconsultants.comBy Jena and Sue

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Rowe Women in Business Association: Q&A 51:30

3y ago51:30

51:30

On today's episode we're answering real questions from students at Dalhousie University through the Rowe Women in business association. Tiffany and Sarah join us in the hot seat to ask questions from their peers.By Jena and Sue

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Thinking differently in the workplace 19:55

3y ago19:55

19:55

On today's episode, we're talking about how to think differently in the workplace. We talk about the importance of age diversity, why its important to show your smarts, how we can always learn from each other and that age is really just a number.By Jena and Sue

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All things recruitment and tips for your next interview 33:27

3y ago33:27

33:27

On today's episode Scott McGaw joins us from Meridia Recruitment. Scott is a partner at Meridia with over 10 years of experience in the recruitment world. He's a natural problem solver, and focuses on building strong client and candidate relationships and has a track record of results that exceed expectations. Today he's talking about his experienc…

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Risk Taking with Jena and Sue 25:26

3y ago25:26

25:26

On today's solo episode, we're talking about the importance of taking risks through your career. Whether it's starting a new job, launching a business, or perhaps leaving a job that wasn't quite right for you, we know that with every risk comes opportunity. Tune in to learn why its important to set your own definition of success, why its okay to sh…

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Brand Building with Sarah Krafman from Endy 52:54

3y ago52:54

52:54

On today's episode, Sarah Krafman joins us to talk about building a successful brand. Sarah is the Senior Director of Brand Strategy and Communication at Endy. We'll be talking about how she started with the company, importance of brand, the power of influencer marketing, innovative thinking, and some exciting new products Endy has brought to homes…

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01 - Risk taking with Nancy Dibblee and Sarah Schlender 54:47

3y ago54:47

54:47

On today's episode Nancy Dibblee and Sarah Schlender join us to talk about their experience building both of their successful businesses in the real estate and home design space. They share their experience on taking risks, building a personal brand, working through the challenges of a global pandemic and balancing a career and motherhood. Fine Int…

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Farewell To Season 1: Q&A and Everything We Learned About Starting A Podcast 27:20

3y ago27:20

27:20

Wow. Season one has come to an end! What a great ride. Thank you to everyone who kept up with us every Monday, we appreciate you all. On today’s episode, we wanted to answer your questions regarding tips for starting a business, how to stay inspired, and how COVID has made us all think a little differently. We also chat about some of the learnings …

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Annual Planning: Benefits Of Having A Plan and Tips On How To Start One 27:14

3y ago27:14

27:14

It sounds simple - a plan for your business? Annually? Yes. Through our experience, having a strategic plan has helped us outline the long term strategy for the brands that we’ve worked with. On this episode, we’re diving into the importance of having an annual plan and strategic plan for your business, the benefits you’ll reap, how to measure and …

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Goal Setting, Hard Conversations, Working Smarter and Managing People with Phill Waisman 49:35

3y ago49:35

49:35

Phill is back for another episode, but this time he’s in the guest spot. He talks to us about the importance of setting the right goals, leadership tips anyone can use, tips on how to set expectations and have hard conversations, how to work smarter, and why he’ll never work a 9-5. If you're enjoying the podcast - share this episode with friends an…

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Career Lessons Pt 2 with guest host Phill Waisman 49:37

3y ago49:37

49:37

On another episode of Closed Door Conversations (que the jingle), Phil Waisman is joining us as our guest host to talk about part two of the lessons we’ve learned through our career. We’re talking about the importance of knowing what you’re good at and working with people with different strengths, things to keep in mind when you’re transitioning to…

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Local Love - Businesses We Love To Support 16:21

3y ago16:21

16:21

On Closed Door Conversations we talk a lot about the importance of creating an experience for your customer, and being thoughtful in your process. On today’s bonus episode we’re talking about some of the local businesses that we love and why. Not only do they have great products, but they create a simple process of their customers that creates a me…

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