A Small Business Owner's Odyssey | Ep: 316 JoDee Curtis

JoDee is a CSP and a SHRM-SCP; she owns Purple Ink, an HR consulting firm serving clients throughout the Midwest.  JoDee has written 5 books in the JoyPowered® Series; her most recent one, an Amazon #1 best seller, is JoyPowered® Networking; in addition to running her firm for the past 14 years, she is a speaker and trainer on many leadership and/or HR topics. What problem do you solve? In this episode, Gary Wilbers and JoDee Curtis crack the challenges hindering joy and success in the business world, offering practical solutions and insights for a thriving workplace.  Small Business Answer Man Shownotes: Gary introduces the six P business owner formula: People, Productivity, Pricing, Promotion, Process, and Profits.  Insights into the evolving workplace dynamics in 2024 and the impact on small business owners were discussed.  JoDee shares her goal of helping individuals overcome the fear of networking.  JoDee Acknowledges the vital role of networking in driving business success.  Highlights from JoDee Curtis's book, "Joypired Networking," emphasize practical networking tips.  The significance of joy in the workplace and its contribution to employee engagement and loyalty.  Reflecting on the generational shift in work values and the need for finding passion in work.  Exploring the reciprocal nature of networking and practical strategies for creating lasting connections.  Find Jodee's book at https://getjoypowered.com/ and use coupon code: ANSWER JoDee Curtis's Small Business Tip: JoDee suggests to make joy a priority in your workplace. She says, happy employees lead to engaged teams, increased productivity, and long-term success. You should always find ways to infuse joy into your company culture.  Connect with JoDee Curtis: Purple Ink LinkedIn JoDee's LinkedIn Clarity Navigator Discovery Session – Sign Up HERE Learn more about Gary's Mastermind group at goascend.biz/the-mastermind-solution