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Sept. 30, 2023

Episode 66 - Go and Mentor Somebody with Colin Christensen

In episode 66 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy interviews Colin Christensen, an experienced entrepreneur and mentor. The episode focuses on the importance of mentorship and how it can contribute to personal and professional growth. Kennedy and Christensen discuss the difference between mentoring and coaching, the value of…

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Sept. 30, 2023

Episode 64 - Entrepreneurship Is a Wake Up Call with Curtis Craig

In Episode 64 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy interviews Curtis Craig, the founder of Inferno Solar, a company focused on clean and renewable energy solutions. The discussion revolves around the challenges and opportunities in the renewable energy sector, particularly in Alberta, Canada. They touch on topics such…

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Sept. 30, 2023

Episode 65 - 8 Steps to Active Marketing Success

In Episode 65 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy emphasizes the importance of active marketing over passive marketing for businesses. He emphasizes the need for businesses to engage in active marketing strategies, such as social media engagement and networking, rather than relying solely on passive marketing techniques like…

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Sept. 30, 2023

Episode 63 - Community Questions September 2023

Episode 63 of The Business Development Podcast with host Kelly Kennedy focused on answering community questions related to business development. Throughout the episode, Kelly emphasized the importance of building interest in products or services, and how this process remains essentially the same regardless of the industry or business type. He…

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Sept. 30, 2023

Episode 67 - Effective Communication

In Episode 67 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy expresses his gratitude to the listeners and emphasizes the importance of effective communication in business development. He encourages the audience to support the show by liking and following their YouTube channel, which aims to reach a broader audience. Kennedy…

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Sept. 29, 2023

Episode 58 - The Next Century of Aviation is Autonomous with Cole Rosentreter

In Episode 58 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy interviews Cole Rosentreter, the founder and CEO of Pegasus, a technology company based in UAV aerospace. Cole shares his journey from his military career to founding and leading a successful technology company. He talks about his love for aviation,…

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Sept. 29, 2023

Episode 62 - Focus on Clarity with Micah Slavens

In Episode 62 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy welcomes guest Micah Slavens, a web pioneer with over two decades of experience in the digital realm. Kelly expresses his excitement about having Micah on the show and their shared passion for design, user experience, and the customer journey.…

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Sept. 29, 2023

Episode 60 - Supporting the Business Community with Amin Samji

Episode 60 of the Business Development Podcast features Amin Samji, a leader in the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce. Host Kelly Kennedy is excited to have Amin on the show as they discuss the importance of networking and building beneficial partnerships in the business community. Amin's passion for the prosperity of…

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Sept. 29, 2023

Episode 61 - Business Development in Products vs Services

Episode 61 of The Business Development Podcast with Kelly Kennedy focuses on the difference between business development for products and services. Kennedy emphasizes the importance of building relationships with the right contacts within a company, such as the director, operations manager, or president, who will be buying the product or…

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Sept. 29, 2023

Episode 57 - The Truth About Business Development at Conferences

Episode 57 of the Business Development Podcast explores the effectiveness of exhibiting at conferences as a marketing strategy. The host, Kelly Kennedy, emphasizes that attending conferences and setting up booths is not an active marketing approach and may not yield significant returns on investment. He highlights that most attendees are…

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Sept. 29, 2023

Episode 59 - Business Development for Startups

In episode 59 of The Business Development Podcast with Kelly Kennedy, the focus is on the importance of market research and effective marketing for startups. Kelly emphasizes the need for startups to ensure that their product or service has a commercial application and will financially make sense before investing too…

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Sept. 29, 2023

Episode 56 - The Art of Balancing Business Development and Account Management

In episode 56 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy addresses the importance of separating account management and business development. Kennedy recounts their personal experience of juggling multiple roles before realizing the need for separate teams. The episode highlights the significance of dedicating time to new business development, as…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Effective Communication

In Episode 67 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy expresses his gratitude to the listeners and emphasizes the importance of effective communication in business development. He encourages the audience to support the show by liking and following their YouTube channel, which aims to reach a broader audience. Kennedy…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Episode 52 - How Your Path Becomes Your Foundation with Ross Huartt

Episode 52 of The Business Development Podcast features an interview with Ross Huartt, the President and CEO of MBC Group. Ross shares his journey from the UK to Canada and how it sparked his interest in entrepreneurship. He discusses the challenges he faced during the financial crisis of 2008 and…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Episode 54 - Listen to Your Employees with Justin Deonarine

In Episode 54 of The Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy interviews Justin Deonarine, an organizational psychologist and founder of Culture Shift Consulting. Justin shares his expertise in corporate culture and the importance of investing in employees' growth and well-being. He emphasizes the role of organizational psychology in improving performance,…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Episode 55 - A Love Letter to Business Development

In Episode 55 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy takes a moment to express his gratitude for the opportunities that led him to his current role in business development. Reflecting on his experiences in sales, Kelly emphasizes the importance of effective communication and building relationships with customers. He…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Episode 53 - Community Questions August 2023

In this episode, host Kelly Kennedy answers community questions related to business development. Kelly shares his insights and experiences on a range of topics, including networking, sales strategies, marketing tactics, and more. One of the questions Kelly addresses is how to generate leads for a business. He suggests that businesses…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Episode 51 - Maximizing the Impact of Your Marketing Materials

Episode 51 of The Business Development Podcast with Kelly Kennedy is focused on the importance of marketing materials and how they play a crucial role in showcasing a company's products and services. The episode emphasizes the need for businesses to understand their target audience and effectively communicate the problem their…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Episode 50 - International Inspiration with Catherine Warren

In milestone Episode 50 - International Inspiration with Catherine Warren, CEO of Edmonton Unlimited, listeners are in for a treat as she shares her insights on international business and the power of accelerator programs. Catherine's impressive executive resume and experience in tech entrepreneurship and non-profit enterprises provide a wealth of…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Episode 49 - Turning Setbacks into Comebacks

In episode 49 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy reflects on the growth and impact of the show, expressing gratitude to the listeners and followers who have supported him along the way. He acknowledges the challenges and bad days that come with being an entrepreneur and emphasizes the…

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Sept. 26, 2023

Episode 43 - The Sacred Client Relationship

In Episode 43 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy emphasizes the importance of maintaining ethical integrity in client relationships. He states that he would never compromise his morals for the sake of a company and advises against working for a company whose values or products do not align…

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Sept. 25, 2023

Episode 46 - The Power of Podcast Marketing with Bryan Barletta

In episode 46 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy interviews Bryan Barletta, an expert in podcasting and podcast advertising. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of podcasting as a marketing tool in the B2B space. Bryan shares his own experiences in the mobile advertising industry and explains why…

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Sept. 25, 2023

Episode 44 - Crossroads Happen with Leaha Mattinson

In Episode 44 of the Business Development Podcast, host Kelly Kennedy welcomes Leaha Mattinson, a renowned expert who is dedicated to helping people find meaning and bring real change into their lives. Leaha shares her fascinating journey and how she has accumulated over 30 years of experience in coaching and…

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Sept. 25, 2023

Episode 45 - Community Questions: July 2023

Welcome to Episode 45 of The Business Development Podcast, where we dive into the exciting world of business growth and development. In this special episode, we are thrilled to present our Community Questions segment, where we answer your burning queries and provide expert advice to help you navigate the challenges…

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