In the world of skincare, where countless products cater to women, there was a gap for a brand that understood and addressed men's unique skincare requirements. Krete, founded by entrepreneur Jake Rosenburg, is the result of one man's journey to find a solution for his own skincare needs. After a ski accident left him with a noticeable scar on his face, Jake quickly realized the existing skincare market fell short of providing practical and effective solutions for men. As an entrepreneur, he was determined to fill this gap. Driven by the belief that skincare should be quick and convenient, he ..read more

In a world filled with a wide range of spirits and alcoholic beverages, the gin market has been witnessing a surge in popularity in recent years. Among the many players in this industry, one individual has made a significant impact with his unique flair and innovative approach. Larry McGearty, the founder of Sweet Gwendoline French Gin, has captivated gin enthusiasts with his passion for creating exceptional gin experiences. From the unique flavor profiles to the visually stunning packaging, every aspect of Sweet Gwendoline French Gin reflects his dedication to crafting a distinctive and memor ..read more

My guest this week is a ball of energy. He is naturally gifted in engaging a crowd of people with his unique emceeing and deejaying skills. It doesn’t matter if it is an audience of professional people, corporate events, or high school students. He started as a motivational speaker at the age of 15 and since then has gone on and started more than 20 businesses. Smiles at Sea, an international dental conference on a cruise ship, is one of the businesses. His entrepreneurial acumen, high energy, and doing things that make him happy sets him apart. His journey and his story on how he grew to beco ..read more

Dr. Len Tau is warmly referred to as the reviews doctor because of his dedication to helping other dentists improve their businesses through reputation management and the power of online reviews. Online reviews greatly influence modern consumer spending habits. These reviews determine your business's reputation and whether people can trust you. Patients will look at a dentist's online reviews before deciding if they will go or take their kid there. Unfortunately, some of these things are not taught in dental school for many dentists. The majority of dentists and other professionals are not ver ..read more

Today on the show, I am excited and honored to have one of my good and dearest friends, Matt Deseno. He is a mentor of mine and a successful entrepreneur. He is the founder of many successful and award-winning marketing businesses. He helps businesses market in a more people-focused way. In addition, he is a leader in the SaaS landscape, helping entrepreneurs build and scale their SaaS businesses without making the same mistakes others made. In this episode, he shares his journey to building his businesses and the important lessons he has picked along the way. Tune in! Key Takeaways - When did ..read more

Back in 2011, the Biz Ninja Show came to life. A Southern California NBC News affiliate asked me to create a show on the topic of small business and entrepreneurship. Since then, I have interviewed over 700 amazing entrepreneurs. Today the show airs on ABC News KMET-1490AM in California on Sunday morning, then releases on podcast platforms and YouTube on Monday morning.   To celebrate this milestone, I share my experiences over the years as an entrepreneur and reflections of my entrepreneur guests who have come to the show. To start off, a few of my friends sent in some questions, wh ..read more

Growing up, Mara Smith didn't ever think about being an entrepreneur. She always dreamt of being a Supreme Court Justice, a position someone holds for life. A secure and stable position is quite the opposite of what entrepreneurship entails. She went on to study law and became an attorney in Chicago for a large law firm, followed by stints in a Fortune 500 company and later at Mcdonald's. It was here that the entrepreneurial bug bit her, and she started looking for franchise opportunities. All this came to a screeching halt when she was put on emergency bed rest as she was expecting her twins ..read more

Gerry Cottle has always been an entertainer from a young age. His father owned a famous circus where he used to perform as a clown, juggler, and fire breather. He also used to craft unique events for his friends back in college. He then decided to get some education and experience by working for other people in London in the PR, marketing, and events industry before venturing on his own. Being a lifelong lover of classic movies combined with his event planning skills, he came up with the idea of a rooftop cinema.  Gerry is pioneering social cinema in an outdoor setting and breathing new l ..read more

Today on the show, we have a former teacher turned boutique chair designer turned online educator.  Wendy teaches how to create whimsical custom chairs - and makes a lot of money in the process. She has made well over a million dollars in 3 years selling online courses. She is also an award-winning author and speaker passionate about helping people live creatively, whether as a hobby or a business.  Everything she does at Chair Whimsy is to help people live a more inspired and joyful life. In this episode, she shares her journey to entrepreneurship, what made her so successful, and t ..read more

Today we are talking about the dreaded S – Word most entrepreneurs don’t want to hear. We are talking about SALES. Mastering the ART of selling is a must-learn skill for every entrepreneur who wants to succeed.  You might have the best ideas and products, but you must sell to someone at the end of the day.  Where a lot of people go wrong is thinking that closing sales is HARD and overbearing.  Our guest today, Renee Hribar shows us that you can sell with kindness, confidence, and clarity, just like a mother.  This is the softer side of sales that creates long-lasting, deep ..read more