S8 Ep 6-Northwest Side CDC Creating Economic Business Growth Opportunities

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur looking for guidance and resources to grow or start your own business? If so, then this is the perfect podcast for you!COVID-19 has caused many businesses to re-evaluate their strategies and plans, and for some, it has even provided the opportunity to start a new business. However, many of these entrepreneurs were left withoutproper post-funding coaching and support. In this episode, we speak to Willie Smith, the executive director of Northwest Side Community Development Corporation, about how his organization helped businesses impacted by the pandemic with post-funding coaching and funding.Willie stresses the importance of rethinking strategies as your business grows, and he provides valuable insights into the impact of the pandemic on new businesses and entrepreneurs.So, if you're looking for support and guidance on how to navigate these challenging times as a business owner, then tune in to this podcast and learn how NWCDC can help you achieve your goals. Thanks for watching, and don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more great content!00:05:33 Re-think business strategies. 00:06:09 Systemize operations for success. 00:11:18 Collaborate to revitalize communities. 00:17:20 Dream big and strive forward. 00:26:41 Focus on customer service. 00:27:33 Listen to advice given.Click Here to Donate: https://the411live.org/donate. All contributions made to The 411 Live is tax deductible to the extent permissible by law. Please Subscribe/Follow our podcast so you can get alerts on upcoming podcasts and leave a review. Follow, like, subscribe and watch us on our social media platforms. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgLGERB4Ph0Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live Twitter: https://twitter.com/The411Live Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the411live If you have suggestions for future episodes, go to our website, https://the411live.org