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Business Rap

by SPOTLIGHT Radio Network

Business Rap is a roundtable discussion featuring business professionals that are dedicated to inspiring the ideas that propel the business community forward. The show brings together top business owners, leaders, communication experts, and journalists to have thought-provoking and in-depth roundtable discussions on a wide range of business topics that both educate and entertain!

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Episodes

  1. Ep. 354: Growing Your Brand's Social Following

    "Organically Growing Your Brand's Social Following" with insights from top experts; Rose Tantraphol of Moonsail North, Courtney Lane Maki Larvadain of Glow Social Media and Aaryn Richard of MSU Foundation, moderated by Chris Buck of CJBuck Consulting. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie answers your...

  2. Ep. 353: Preparing a Corporate Apology

    Find out how to prepare a corporate apology with experts; David Stone, Co-founder, and President, Trion Solutions, Inc., Jim Baiers, Attorney and Trion’s in-house General Counsel, and Jeff Caponigro, President, and CEO of Caponigro Public Relations. Get advice on avoiding management confusion in...

  3. Ep. 352: How to Position Your Product

    Find out how to position your product with insights from top experts; Mike Murshak of Loomis Law, Paul Jaques of Spartan Innovations and Thomas Stewart of Conquer Accelerator. Learn how to handle chronically late employees on “Ask Phil” with Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - Michigan and hear State...

  4. Ep. 351: Embracing Disruptive Technologies

    "Embracing Disruptive Technologies" with experts, Jeff Dettloff of Providence Consulting and Mike Maddox of ASK, moderated by Chris Buck. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Also, Chad Livengood of Crain's Detroit Business brings…

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  5. Ep. 350: Manufacturing Issues and Challenges

    "Manufacturing Issues and Challenges," with our panel of experts, Gary Carr, Bekum America Corporation, Tom Alongi, UHY Advisors, Pam Hurt, NCMS - National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, Brett Gerrish, Michigan Manufacturers Association (M.M.A), moderated by Elyse Puruleski Kopietz, of the...

  6. Ep. 349: Preparing a Corporate Apology

    "Preparing a Corporate Apology" with top experts; David Stone, Co-founder, and President, Trion Solutions, Inc., Jim Baiers, Attorney and Trion’s in-house General Counsel, and Jeff Caponigro, President, and CEO of Caponigro Public Relations. Michael Patrick Shiels talks with MSU Professor, Dr....

  7. Ep. 348: Common Mistakes and Overlooked Opportunities

    "Understanding Investment Fees," with insights from top experts from Equanimity Wealth Management- Scott M. Danek and Kate Moss. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie Michigan answers your business communications questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Michael Patrick Shiels talks with author, Natham Bomey,...

  8. Ep. 347: Millennials and Financial Planning

    "The Business Case for Millennials and Financial Planning," with our panel of experts, Erin Klinger and Kim Laforet of the Laforet Team and Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood, Scott Danek of Equanimity Wealth Management and Peggy Doty of Doty Mechanical, moderated by Chris Buck. Next Phil Zeller…

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  9. Ep. 346: Understanding Investment Fees

    "Understanding Investment Fees," with insights from top experts from Equanimity Wealth Management- Scott M. Danek and Kate Moss. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie Michigan answers your business communications questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Michael Patrick Shiels talks with author, Paul Krasnow,...

  10. Ep. 345: Understanding Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency

    Gain a deeper understanding of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies with insights from top experts; Jerry Norris of The Fledge and LEAP, David Smith of Bitcoin Bulls and Ben Bakken of Mercantile Bank of Michigan. Find out how to handle holiday bonuses on "Ask Phil" with Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie -...

  11. Ep. 344: Cultural Awareness in the Workplace

    "Cultural Awareness in the Workplace" with insights from top experts; Kim Laforet of The Laforet Team, Thomas Hamp of AdviCoach of Mid-Michigan, and Jerry Norris of LEAP and The Fledge. Then, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your communications questions in our "Ask Phil"…

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  12. Ep. 343: Technology Disruption in the Workplace

    "Technology Disruption in the Workplace," with our experts: Luke Mardigian of The Mardigian Agency, James Mashni of Mashni Dentistry, Don Waskiewicz of AcquireWeb. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie answers your business communications questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Also, Chris Tarpoff of AARP...

  13. Ep. 342: Corporate Social Responsibility

    "Corporate Social Responsibility," with our panel of experts: Kristyn Shiner of Jackson National Life Insurance, Deb Muchmore of Kandler Reed Khoury & Muchmore, and Whitney Anderson-Harrell of Michigan State University Federal Credit Union. #AskBizRap

  14. Ep. 340: Starting a Veteran Owned Business

    "Starting a Veteran Owned Business," with our panel of experts, Julie Haak of Neogen Corporation, Paula Thompson, veteran and BIGGBY COFFEE franchisee, Luke Mardigian of The Mardigian Agency and Nick Babcock, of the Farmer Veteran Coalition of Michigan. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW...

  15. Ep. 339: The Business Case for Millennials and Financial Planning

    "The Business Case for Millennials and Financial Planning," with our panel of experts, Erin Klinger and Kim Laforet of the Laforet Team and Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood, Scott Danek of Equanimity Wealth Management and Peggy Doty of Doty Mechanical, moderated by Chris Buck. Next Phil Zeller…

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  16. Ep. 338: Manufacturing Talent in a High Tech World

    "Manufacturing Talent in a High Tech World," with our panel of experts, Gary Carr, Bekum America Corporation, Tom Alongi, UHY Advisors, Pam Hurt, NCMS - National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, Brett Gerrish, Michigan Manufacturers Association (M.M.A), moderated by Elyse Kopietz, of the M.M.A....

  17. Ep. 337: 2018 Recruiting Trends

    2018 Recruiting Trends with our experts: Dawn Bark of Dawn Bark H.R., Tim Sackett, President of HRU Technical Resources and Julie Haak of Neogen Corporation, moderated by Chris Buck. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie answers your business communications questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Then,...

  18. Ep. 336: Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

    "Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace," with our panel of experts, Ashlee Willis of Lansing Mosaic, Michelle Rahl of the Lansing Regional Chamber, Kim Hafley of Foster, Swift, Collins and Smith PC, Teddy Parsons with LEAP and Lisa Young of Express Employment Professionals. Also, Phil Zeller…

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  19. Ep. 335: Manufacturing Technology

    "Manufacturing Technology," with our panel of experts, Gary Carr, Bekum America Corporation, Tom Alongi, UHY Advisors, Pam Hurt, NCMS - National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, Brett Gerrish, Michigan Manufacturers Association (M.M.A), moderated by Elyse Puruleski Kopietz, of the M.M.A. Also,...

  20. Ep. 334: Protecting Your Business from Cyber Attack

    "Protecting Your Business from Cyber Attack" with top experts; Mike Maddox of Just ASK and Jeff Dettloff of Providence Consulting, moderated by Chris Buck. Later, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your communications questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Also, Michael Patrick…

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  21. Ep. 333: Collecting from Late Paying Clients

    "Collecting from Late Paying Clients," with insights from top experts: Thomas Hamp of AdviCoach of Mid-Michigan and @Kevin O'Malley of Butzel Long. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - Michigan gives advice on facing communication challenges; Also, Michael Patrick Shiels discusses the latest news...

  22. Ep. 332: Opportunities & Threats for the Manufacturer

    "Opportunities & Threats for the Manufacturer," with our panel of experts, Gary Carr, Bekum America Corporation, Tom Alongi, UHY Advisors, Pam Hurt, NCMS - National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, Brett Gerrish, Michigan Manufacturers Association (M.M.A), moderated by Elyse Puruleski Kopietz…

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  23. Ep. 331: Five Keys To Surviving A Market Downturn

    "Five Keys to Surviving a Market Downturn," with our experts, Scott M. Danek and Kate Moss of Equanimity Wealth Management. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Then, Michael Patrick Shiels talks with Michigan 2018…

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  24. Ep. 330: Creating a Safe Workplace

    "Creating a Safe Workplace," with our panel of experts: Jodi Schafer of Human Resource Management Services, Betsy Seeley of Midwest Rotary Die Solutions, Peggy and Gary Doty of Doty Mechanical, moderated by Chris Buck. Also, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan - answers your business...

  25. Ep. 329: Facebook and Instagram Video Tips

    "Facebook and Instagram Video Tips" with insights from Paul J Schmidt of UnoDeuce Multimedia, Rose Tantraphol of Moonsail North, Courtney Lane Maki Larvadain of Glow Social Media and Aaryn Richard of MSU Foundation, moderated by Chris Buck. #AskBizRap

  26. Ep. 328

    "Real Estate and Cryptocurrency" with insights from top experts; Kim Laforet of The Laforet Team, Frank Woronoff of Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood, David Silva Smith of Bitcoin Bulls, and Piper Moretti of The Crypto Realty Group. Also, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your...

  27. Ep. 327

    "Manufacturing Technologies," with our panel of experts, Gary Carr, Bekum America Corporation, Tom Alongi, UHY Advisors, Pam Hurt, NCMS - National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, Brett Gerrish, Michigan Manufacturers Association (M.M.A), moderated by Elyse Puruleski Kopietz, of the M.M.A.…

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  28. Ep. 326

    "Five Keys to Surviving a Market Downturn," with our experts, Scott M. Danek and Kate Moss of Equanimity Wealth Management. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Then, Michael Patrick Shiels talks with Michigan 2018…

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  29. Ep. 325

    "Supporting Veterans in the Workplace," with our panel of experts, Julie Haak of Neogen Corporation, Paula Thompson, veteran and Biggby Coffee franchisee, Luke Mardigian of The Mardigian Agency and Nick Babcock, of the Farmer Veteran Coalition of Michigan. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie…

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  30. Ep. 324

    "2018 Video Trends" with insights from top experts; Rose Tantraphol of Moonsail North, Courtney Lane Maki Larvadain of Glow Social Media, Aaryn Richard of MSU Foundation, and Paul J Schmidt of UnoDeuce Multimedia, moderated by Chris Buck. #AskBizRap

  31. Ep. 323

    "Finding a Board of Directors," with top experts; Kenny Seneff of Local Logic-Media and Restaurant Logic, John Mashni of Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC, Jerry Norris of The Fledge and LEAP. Phil Zeller or Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your business communications' questions in our "Ask...

  32. Ep. 322

    "Manufacturing Technologies," with our panel of experts, Gary Carr, Bekum America Corporation, Tom Alongi, UHY Advisors, Pam Hurt, NCMS - National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, Brett Gerrish, Michigan Manufacturers Association (M.M.A), moderated by Elyse Puruleski Kopietz, of the M.M.A. Phil...

  33. Business Rap - March 28, 2017

    "IRA, What It Is and How To Get Started," with our experts, Scott Danek and Kate Moss of Equanimity Wealth Management. Get answers to you business communications questions from Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie Michigan in our "Ask Phil" segment. Also, Michael Patrick Shiels discusses the possible...

  34. Business Rap - March 27, 2018

    "How to Position Your Product," with our panel of experts, Paul Jaques of Spartan Innovation, Tom Stewart of Quantum Medical Concepts and Mikhail Murshak of the Loomis Law Firm. Learn how to handle chronically late employees on “Ask Phil” with Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - Michigan and hear...

  35. Business Rap - March 26, 2018

    "Organically Growing Your Brand's Social Following" with insights from top experts; Rose Tantraphol of Moonsail North, Courtney Lane Maki Larvadain of Glow Social Media and Aaryn Richard of MSU Foundation, moderated by Chris Buck. #AskBizRap

  36. Business Rap - March 23, 2018

    "Managed Services," with our experts, Jeff Ott, of Michigan Public Health Institute and Matt Scott, Don Cornish and Ron Curcio of Dewpoint. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Michael Patrick Shiels talks with Sandy Pensler, Republican candidate...

  37. Business Rap - March 22, 2018

    "Manufacturing Talent in a High Tech World," with our panel of experts, Gary Carr, Bekum America Corp., Tom Alongi, UHY Advisors, Pam Hurt, National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, Brett Gerrish, Michigan Manufacturers Association (M.M.A), moderated by Elyse Kopietz, of the M.M.A. #AskBizRap

  38. Business Rap - March 19, 2018

    "Creating a Paid Social Media Campaign for Facebook and Instagram" with insights from top experts; Rose Tantraphol of Moonsail North, Courtney Lane Maki Larvadain of Glow Social Media, and Aaryn Richard of MSU Foundation, moderated by Chris Buck. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan...

  39. Business Rap: March 16, 2018

    Entrepreneur Connect with our experts: Peggy Doty of Doty Mechanical, Micki O'Neil of Ingham ISD, Kristin Beltzer of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and Price Dobernick of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 333. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie answers your business communications…

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  40. Business Rap - March 14, 2018

    "Tackling Employee Burnout," with our panel of experts, Peggy Doty of Doty Mechanical, Kim LaForet of Coldwell Banker Hubbell Briarwood, Thomas Hamp of Advi-Coach Mid-Michigan. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Then, Michael...

  41. Business Rap - March 13, 2013

    "Designing a Safe and Functional Office," with our experts, Mark Thompson of Farm Bureau Insurance, Luke Mardigian of The Mardigian Agency, moderated by Chris Buck. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Then, Michael Patrick Shiels...

  42. Business Rap - March 12, 2018

    "Creating a Social Media Marketing Plan" with insights from top experts; Rose Tantraphol of Moonsail North, Courtney Lane Maki Larvadain of Glow Social Media, and Aaryn Richard of MSU Foundation, moderated by Chris Buck. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your communication...

  43. Business Rap - March 8, 2018

    CLICK TO LISTEN "Protecting Corporate Data," with insights from top experts: Mike Maddox of Just ASK, Major General Mike Stone, of the Michigan National Guard and Tony Kiska of Orbitform; moderated by Elyse Puruleski Kopietz, Director of Communications for the Michigan Manufacturers Association....

  44. Business Rap - March 9, 2018

    "Starting a Business With Your Spouse," with insights from top experts: Jodi Schafer of Human Resource Management Services, Betsy Seeley of Midway Rotary Die Solutions and Peggy and Gary Doty of Doty Mechanical, moderated by Chris Buck. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your...

  45. Business Rap - March 7, 2018

    "Planning a Business Trip," with our experts, Scott M. Danek and Kate Moss of Equanimity Wealth Management. Next, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie - SW Michigan answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Then, Michael Patrick Shiels talks with Nancy Moody of DTE Energy. #AskBizRap

  46. Business Rap - March 6, 2018

    "Selling Your Brand Internally," with experts Mark Thompson and Luke Mardigian of The Mardigian Agency and Farm Bureau Insurance, moderated by Chris Buck. Next Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. Then, Michael Patrick Shiels talks about the...

  47. Business Rap - March 5, 2018

    "2018 Social Media Trends" with insights from top experts; Rose Tantraphol of Moonsail North, Courtney Lane Maki Larvadain of Glow Social Media and Aaryn Richard of MSU Foundation, moderated by Chris Buck. Also, Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil"…

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  48. Business Rap - March 2, 2018

    "The Transformation of Shopping Malls" with insights from top experts; Kim Laforet of The Laforet Team, Todd Huhn of Meridian Mall and Frank Woronoff of Coldwell Banker Hubbell BriarWood. Phil Zeller of Dale Carnegie answers your business questions in our "Ask Phil" segment. #AskBizRap

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Business Rap is a roundtable discussion featuring business professionals that are dedicated to inspiring the ideas that propel the business community forward. The show brings together top business owners, leaders, communication experts, and journalists to have thought-provoking and in-depth roundtable discussions on a wide range of business topics that both educate and entertain!

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