Want a Proven Business Model? Try Coffee Shop Franchising
The beauty of franchising is that you're buying into a proven business model, Jeff says on this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," and coffee shops are a great way to go. Listen to...
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The Rise of the Side Startup Makes the Most of Remote Work
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Rani Molla about her Vox article on remote workers starting a side startup without quitting their jobs. Story: https://bit.ly/3ToyDQd Listen to the conversation...
Need Extra Cash? Pursue a Side Hustle
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan shares ideas on side hustles you can pursue during inflationary times, or any time you need some extra cash. Tune in for the full...
Employees Are Defying Orders to Return to the Office
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Business Insider writer Aki Ito about the impact of some employees' refusal to return to the office. Listen to the conversation on the...
Is a 4-Day Workweek Worth It?
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff reveals the results of a six-month trial of a four-day workweek. Learn how 70 companies in the study made a shorter week work. Listen to...
Buy Now Pay Later: What You Need to Know
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis about buy now, pay later companies. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.
Protect Your Crypto Wallet Better Than This Guy
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff shares a cautionary tell about how important it is not to lose the key to your crypto wallet. Listen to the conversation on the Great...
Shine & Rise Promotes Gender Diversity in Tech Startup Ecosystem
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff talks with Kristina Oberly and Alison Todak of Shine & Rise, a nonprofit that aims to improve gender diversity in the tech and startup communities...
Little Liberia Wins Comerica Hatch Detroit Competition
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Ned Staebler of TechTown Detroit talks with Jeff about the winner of the latest Comerica Hatch Detroit Contest, Little Liberia. Read more: https://bit.ly/3PIZxjj Listen to the...
Ask the Experts: Cannabis Insurance Considerations
Michael Spath of Kapnick Insurance discusses the unique coverage considerations for the cannabis industry with business insurance and employee benefits experts, Rama Gupta and Adam Blitchok. Here are highlights from that conversation. Tune in below...
First Things First: Start Your Day With Exercise
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff shares study results encouraging exercise first thing in the morning. Just do it! Here's why. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.
DNR’s Ron Olson Explains Plans to Improve Michigan State Parks
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan talks with Michigan Department of Natural Resources Chief Ron Olson about plans to improve state parks. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.
Disney, An American Family Vacation Tradition Veering Out of Reach
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff and his morning crew discuss an article in The Hustle about American family vacation traditions and how going to Disney is becoming out of reach...
The Importance of Angel Investing in the Startup Ecosystem
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan talks with City Side Ventures' Doron York about the importance of angel investing in the startup ecosystem. Listen to the conversation on the Great...
Can a Company Own a Color?
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan discusses Hustle reporter Zachary Crockett's article on whether businesses can trademark colors and determine its use. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.
Geofencing Threatens Your Privacy
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," host Jeff Sloan talks with Hustle reporter Juliet Bennett Rylah about how geofencing can impede privacy and safety. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice. ...
Movie Theaters Are Back!
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan and his morning crew talk about the return of going to the movies. He's got stats on the industry and who is driving box...
The Most Disproportionately Popular Jobs By State
Jeff Sloan unpacks a study showing which jobs per state have the highest rate of employment. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.
Reporter Minnah Arshad on Growing Fashion Industry in Detroit
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show, Crain's Detroit Business reporter Minnah Arshad talks with Jeff Sloan about how Detroit is gaining ground and making an impact in the fashion industry. Listen to...
Chloe Sorvino on the Money Behind Meatless Meats
On this segment of "The Pre W. Smith Show," Jeff Sloan talks with author Chloe Sorvino about the hype and reality behind meatless meats. Listen to the conversation on the Great Voice.