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Feb. 19, 2025

The Only 4 Marketing Materials You Need to Dominate 2025

Episode 213 of The Business Development Podcast dives into the four essential marketing materials every business needs to dominate in 2025. Kelly Kennedy breaks down why high-impact websites, bold and visually compelling broc...

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Feb. 16, 2025

Turning Dirt into Millions: The Real Estate Playbook for Success with…

Episode 212 of The Business Development Podcast features a conversation with Sophie Baran, a rising leader in real estate development and private equity. As the General Partner and CEO of Bear Capital, Sophie has managed over...

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Feb. 12, 2025

$1,000 an Hour Mindset: How to Balance Business Development & Daily O…

Solopreneurs and small business owners are the backbone of the economy, but balancing business development with daily operations can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Kelly Kennedy shares a powerful five-step framework to h...

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Feb. 9, 2025

Fixing the $530B Commuting Crisis with Malcolm Adams

Commuting is broken—and it’s costing North Americans a staggering $530 billion per year in wasted fuel, parking, and vehicle expenses. In this episode, The Business Development Podcast welcomes Malcolm Adams, a former oil and...

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Feb. 5, 2025

Fear Kills Growth: Playing It Safe is the Fastest Way to Lose

It's the two-year anniversary of The Business Development Podcast, and in true Kelly Kennedy fashion, this episode is all about pushing forward when others pull back. With tariffs looming and recession fears on the rise, many...

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Feb. 2, 2025

Revolutionizing Women’s Entrepreneurship and Access to Capital with M…

Women entrepreneurs are shaping the future of business, but the path to success is still filled with barriers—especially when it comes to funding and access to opportunities. In this episode of The Business Development Podcas...

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Jan. 29, 2025

The Brutal Truth About Podcasting: 13 Hard Realities That Will Make o…

Podcasting is one of the most exciting and rapidly growing industries, but beneath the surface lies a brutal reality—most podcasters will never make it. In this episode, Kelly Kennedy takes a no-holds-barred deep dive into th...

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Jan. 26, 2025

Why 60-90% of Strategies Fail and How to Execute with Precision with …

In Episode 206 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy sits down with Monte Pedersen, a globally recognized strategy execution expert with over 35 years of experience. Monte shares his insights into why 60-90% of ...

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Jan. 22, 2025

Master Personal Branding: 8 Powerful Lessons on Authenticity, Influen…

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast , we’re diving into one of the most important tools for your success in 2025 and beyond: personal branding. I’m here to show you why building your personal brand isn’t just ...

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Jan. 19, 2025

Secrets to Sales and Personal Branding Success with Marcus Chan

In Episode 204 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy welcomes sales expert Marcus Chan for an engaging conversation about sales and personal branding in 2025 and beyond. Marcus, a renowned figure in the B2B ...

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Jan. 15, 2025

The 2025 Business Developer: AI, Influence & The Human Connection Adv…

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy explores what it takes to succeed as a modern business developer in 2025 and beyond. He breaks down the key skills, characteristics, and tools that every busi...

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Jan. 12, 2025

How to Stop Guessing and Start Winning in Business with Brad Warren

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast , Brad Warren returns to break down the no-nonsense approach every entrepreneur needs to run a profitable business. Known for his operational expertise and relentless focus ...

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Jan. 8, 2025

Who Needs Business Development: The Power of Active Marketing for Max…

Who Needs Business Development: The Power of Active Marketing for Maximum ROI Episode 201 of The Business Development Podcast dives into a critical question for every business owner: Who actually needs business development, a...

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Jan. 5, 2025

The Journey to 200: Business, Life & Authentic Leadership

In this milestone 200th episode of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy takes a step back from the usual format for a deeply personal and reflective conversation with his partner, Shelby Hobbs. Together, they ...

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Jan. 1, 2025

What is Business Development: 2025 Redux

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast , host Kelly Kennedy celebrates the show’s 199th episode, coinciding with the dawn of 2025. Kennedy reflects on the remarkable journey of reaching the 200-episode milestone,...

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Dec. 29, 2024

Mastering Financial Decisions and Building Wealth for 2025 and Beyond…

In Episode 198 of The Business Development Podcast , host Kelly Kennedy sits down with Zael Miransky, certified financial planner and president of MCO Private Wealth, to discuss actionable strategies for mastering financial d...

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Dec. 25, 2024

Kickstart Your Success: 10 Momentum-Building Strategies for the New Y…

In this special Christmas episode of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy shares 10 actionable strategies to help you kickstart the new year with momentum and set your business up for success in 2025. From the imp...

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Dec. 22, 2024

Empowering Black Tech Talent: How Jermaine Murray is Redefining Recru…

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy sits down with Jermaine Murray , founder of Jupiter HR and a trailblazer in the tech recruitment space. Known as “The Jobfather,” Jermaine has revolutionized...

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Dec. 18, 2024

Why Great Plans Rarely Go to Plan and Lead to Greater Success

In Episode 195 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy explores the power of planning and why flexibility is just as critical as having a plan. He shares his yearly ritual of mapping out show topics, personal goal...

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Dec. 15, 2024

From 300 Pounds to $419 Million: How Mike Fata Built Success Through …

In this inspiring episode of The Business Development Podcast , host Kelly Kennedy sits down with Mike Fata, a visionary entrepreneur and bestselling author, to explore his incredible journey from personal health struggles to...

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Dec. 11, 2024

3 Questions to Discover Your Why and Change Everything

In Episode 193 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy dives deep into the transformative power of understanding your "why." He shares how having a strong purpose can fuel resilience, drive motivation, and help ov...

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Dec. 8, 2024

Building Brands That Thrive: Nat Berman’s Guide to LinkedIn Success

In this episode, Kelly Kennedy dives deep into the world of personal branding with Nat Berman, co-founder of Brand Built and a trailblazer in digital media and LinkedIn strategy. Nat shares his remarkable journey from corpora...

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Dec. 4, 2024

The 5 Tools Every Content Creator Needs to Simplify and Succeed in 20…

In Episode 191 of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy dives into the essential tools that simplify and elevate content creation in 2025. Whether you're a podcaster, YouTuber, or building your personal brand on Li...

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Dec. 1, 2024

The Confidence Blueprint: Unlocking Inner Power and Overcoming Doubt …

In this episode of The Business Development Podcast , Kelly Kennedy sits down with Alyssa McMasters, a confidence coach and speaker with a mission to empower individuals to overcome self-doubt and embrace their authentic powe...

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