WJR Business Beat: Record Spending On Small Business Saturday (Episode 329)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff reports on record Small Business Saturday sales and more good news for local businesses. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat. Listeners outside of the Detroit area can listen...
WJR Business Beat: Shopify Jump-Starts Starting A Business (Episode 328)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff talks about Shopify, a one-stop shop of resources for people who want to start a business. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn how this subscription-based software can help you set up an online store and sell your products. Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday...
WJR Business Beat: Shoppers Consider Brand Purpose In Their Purchase Decisions (Episode 327)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff discusses a new report saying 82% of consumers are making their purchases decision this holiday season based on what a brand stands for and how they feel about that brand. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about what brands need to do to capture the allure...
WJR Business Beat: E-Commerce Falls Short of Consumer Expectations (Episode 326)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff Sloan talks about why success as an online business isn't a trip down easy street. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about two new studies that show consumers aren't all that thrilled with their online shopping experiences. Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday...
WJR Business Beat: Hottest Consumer Market Today is Age 70 Plus (Episode 325)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff Sloan talks about the fastest-growing population segment and its buying power. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about why marketers need to pursue this demographic group: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat. Listeners outside...
WJR Business Beat: Most Consumers Will Shop Locally This Holiday Season, Study Says (Episode 324)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff Sloan shares the good news that a survey found 67% of shoppers are going to trust local brands over Internet-only merchants during this year's holiday shopping season. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about what the Uberall study says about customer loyalty: Tune in to News/Talk...
WJR Business Beat: New Grant Opportunity for Small Businesses (Episode 323)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff discusses a new grant program designed to provide support for underrepresented small business owners. If you quality, apply now! Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about the $1.65M initiative from American Express and Main Street America: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings...
WJR Business Beat: Consumer Credit Card Spending Increasing (Episode 322)
On the Business Beat, Jeff Sloan discusses how increased consumer credit card usage may signal trouble ahead. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, for details: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat. Listeners outside of the Detroit area can listen live HERE. Are you...
WJR Business Beat: Pandemic Brings Flying Drones and Taxis Closer to Reality (Episode 321)
On the Business Beat, Jeff discusses how the pandemic has accelerated the growth -- and funding -- of delivery drones and other autonomous systems. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, for details: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat. Listeners outside of the Detroit...
WJR Business Beat: Equity Crowdfunding Plays Key Role in Funding Startups (Episode 320)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff reveals the results of a Kings Crowd study on how online equity crowdfunding is changing the landscape for startups. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about where the shifts in crowdfunding are changing: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for...
WJR Business Beat: Spoken Word Soars Among Audio Listeners (Episode 319)
On the Business Beat, Jeff talks about the growing popularity of spoken word among audio listeners, according to a new study by Edison and NPR. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, for details on who is listening to what: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the...
WJR Business Beat: Capital Investment Surges Into Women-Led Companies (Episode 318)
On the Business Beat, Jeff talks about an influx of venture capital funding into businesses run by women. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, for details on what this surge represents and why it's important: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat....
WJR Business Beat: To Fill Job Openings Consider a Veteran (Episode 307)
On the Business Beat, Jeff talks about a win-win for businesses looking to hire: Consider veterans! Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn about organizations that help businesses secure great employees and help veterans find opportunities: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat....
StartupNation Radio: R. Riveter Uses Mobile Flexible Income Strategy
On this week’s episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff speaks with Cameron Cruse of R. Riveter, a handbag company that enlists military spouses as manufacturers. During the interview, Cruse discusses: How a quarter-life crisis prompted her to pivot her career plan. How R. Riveter's business structure supports the military community. Why she and her partner chose...
StartupNation Radio: R.Riveter and Heiroom Founders Started Small
On today's episode of StartupNation Radio, Jeff Sloan interviews Cameron Cruse of R.Riveter and Chris Budnik of Heiroom about turning a kernel of an idea into a business. Tune in to the full StartupNation Radio show with Cameron Cruse and Chris Budnik here: First up is Cameron Cruse, a cofounder of R. Riveter, a...
StartupNation Radio: Pandemic Prompted Start of a Social Media Platform
On today's episode of StartupNation Radio show, Jeff Sloan talks to Chris Budnik, creator of Heiroom, a way to connect with your family, create private vaults and take a trip down the memory lane. During the segment, Budnik talks about: How the pandemic sparked his idea for a private social media platform. The investment pursuit....
WJR Business Beat: The Metaverse is Big Business (Episode 317)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff explains how the metaverse is making its way into the business world. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn more about what the metaverse is and its role in business: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat. Listeners...
WJR Business Beat: New List Cites Most Women-Friendly Companies (Episode 316)
On today's Business Beat, Jeff discusses a new survey on the most female-friendly companies in the world. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn how companies are helping women inside and outside the workplace: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR Business Beat. Listeners outside...
WJR Business Beat: Mobile Commerce Is Having Big Holiday Shopping Impact (Episode 314)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff talks about the importance of being well-suited to mobile commerce. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn what your business can do to make the most of mobile commerce this holiday season: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for...
WJR Business Beat: Holiday Sales Expected To Be Up This Year (Episode 313)
On today’s Business Beat, Jeff shares holiday spending predictions. Tune in to the Business Beat, below, to learn about the Adobe forecast prediction that sales will top $910 billion this year, including $207 billion in the U.S.: Tune in to News/Talk 760 AM WJR weekday mornings at 7:11 a.m. for the WJR...