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Small Business Survival Conversations
Anna Steinfest
200 episodes
5 days ago
Send us a text The first Monday of the new year is the most important planning moment for small business owners—and most skip it. In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation on the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, host Anna Steinfest uses a powerful lesson from Alice in Wonderland to explain why clarity matters more than hustle—and why you don’t need a traditional business plan to succeed. Instead, you’ll learn how to create a simple one-page business roadmap to define your goa...
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Send us a text The first Monday of the new year is the most important planning moment for small business owners—and most skip it. In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation on the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, host Anna Steinfest uses a powerful lesson from Alice in Wonderland to explain why clarity matters more than hustle—and why you don’t need a traditional business plan to succeed. Instead, you’ll learn how to create a simple one-page business roadmap to define your goa...
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Episodes (20/200)
Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E68: The New Year Reset: Focus, Discipline, and Growth for Small Businesses
Send us a text As the year comes to a close, many small business owners find themselves wishing for more — more time, more clients, more growth. But real progress doesn’t come from wishing. It comes from focus, discipline, and intentional action. In this special Monday Morning Motivation episode of the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, Anna Steinfest shares a powerful business lesson inspired by the classic Stonecutter folktale, helping entrepreneurs rethink power, progress, and ...
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1 day ago
8 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E66: Hard Truths Small Business Owners Need to Hear for 2026
Send us a text In this raw and honest episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, Anna Steinfest is joined by two of her longtime friends and fellow entrepreneurs — Clinton Smith and Quasan Shaw. Together, they’ve walked through the ups and downs of building businesses, and today, they’re sharing the hard truths small business owners need to hear as we head into 2026. This isn’t theory — it’s real talk from three people who’ve supported each other through setbacks, growth, and reinventi...
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2 weeks ago
35 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E65: The Power of Focus: How Small Business Owners Can Create Momentum This Week
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest breaks down the real reason many small business owners feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck—lack of focused energy. Inspired by the “Power of Focus” principles, this episode reveals how distractions quietly drain progress and how even small shifts in focus can lead to massive momentum. Anna explains why multitasking kills results, how your mental energy ratio determines your success, and why your business doesn’t ne...
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3 weeks ago
11 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E64: Never Underestimate Your Own Potential
Send us a text This week, host Anna Steinfest brings a powerful business lesson from the classic Grimm Brothers tale Hansel and Gretel. In a world where small business owners are often underestimated—by competitors, customers, or even themselves—this story reveals a truth every entrepreneur needs to hear: Your abilities aren’t defined by age, pedigree, or experience. They’re defined by resourcefulness, courage, and creativity. Hansel and Gretel survived not because they were strong, wea...
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4 weeks ago
12 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E63: Trust Your Own Eyes: Why Small Business Owners Must Think for Themselves
Send us a text In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, Anna Steinfest shares a powerful story that every entrepreneur needs to hear — the tale of a humble hot dog seller who let someone else’s fear destroy his thriving business. This episode dives into why good judgment matters more than education, expert opinions, or economic forecasts — and why small business owners must learn to trust their own data, their own customers, and their own...
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1 month ago
10 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E62: The Cost of Distraction — Stay on the Path
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest revisits the timeless story of Little Red Riding Hood to explore how distractions can derail small business success. Through this fable-inspired reflection, Anna shares three powerful focus-building strategies every small business owner can use to eliminate distractions, boost productivity, and stay aligned with their goals. Don’t let the wolves of distraction steal your momentum — learn how to stay laser-focused on ...
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1 month ago
9 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E61: Don’t Hand Your Enemies the Arrow: How Small Businesses Self-Sabotage — and How to Stop
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest draws wisdom from Aesop’s timeless fable The Eagle and the Arrow to help small business owners recognize the hidden ways they self-sabotage. Learn how distractions, broken promises, and burnout can quietly weaken your business from within — and discover three actionable strategies to protect your focus, integrity, and mindset so you can keep soaring toward success. #MondayMotivation #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #...
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1 month ago
9 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E60: Social Media Feels Like a Mess? Here’s Your Small Biz Playbook
Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by social media? You’re not alone. In this quick Monday motivation episode, we break down 5 practical ways small business owners can stay visible online — without chasing trends or burning out. From starting conversations to building your email list, these tips are designed to help solopreneurs and small teams focus on what actually works. Want the full playbook? 👉 Read the blog at: www.survivebizhub.org #SmallBusinessTips #SocialMediaStrategy #Survi...
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1 month ago
14 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E59: The Coffee Shop That Forgot My Name: Why Attention Builds Loyalty
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest explores how small business owners can turn everyday attention into unstoppable customer loyalty. Using the story of a once-beloved coffee shop that lost its personal touch, Anna reveals why people don’t leave businesses — they leave indifference. Learn three practical, proven strategies to deepen relationships, strengthen trust, and build a loyal customer base that lasts far beyond transactions. #MondayMotivation #S...
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2 months ago
13 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E58: The Smartest Person in the Room Listens First
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares a timeless leadership lesson from Dale Carnegie’s classic How to Win Friends and Influence People. Learn how empathy, humility, and emotional intelligence can transform how you lead your team, connect with customers, and handle conflict. Discover how to replace arguments with influence, criticism with collaboration, and ego with effectiveness — because in business, the smartest person in the room is often the ...
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2 months ago
14 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E57: Pick Your Side: Why Playing It Safe Is the Riskiest Move in Business
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares a powerful business lesson from Aesop’s fable The Bat, the Birds, and the Beasts. The tale reminds entrepreneurs that playing it safe, trying to please everyone, or avoiding commitment can leave you isolated and ineffective. Anna explains why clarity, conviction, and consistency are essential for small-business success—and gives you practical steps to define your purpose, commit to your direction, and lead wit...
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2 months ago
13 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E56: The Greatest Risk: Doing Nothing
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest shares why the biggest threat to small business growth isn’t failure—it’s inaction. Drawing from the lesson “The Risk of Doing Nothing,” Anna explains why taking imperfect action leads to progress, while waiting for the perfect time leads to stagnation. This episode will motivate you to step out of hesitation, take bold action, and create momentum in your business starting today. #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Bus...
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2 months ago
6 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E55: Beat the Ref: Winning Despite the Obstacles
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation on the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, host Anna Steinfest shares a powerful lesson every entrepreneur needs to hear: stop blaming the obstacles and start focusing on becoming unstoppable. Drawing from the story of a wrestling coach’s advice—“Beat the Ref”—Anna explains why small business owners can’t waste time complaining about unfair circumstances, tough competition, or external challenges beyond their control. Instead,...
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3 months ago
11 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E54: Stretch Beyond Limits: How Big Goals Unlock Big Growth
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest unpacks Jack Welch’s powerful philosophy of stretch goals—ambitious targets designed to push you beyond what feels possible. Playing it safe keeps your business small, but aiming high—even if you fall short—unlocks creativity, grit, and growth you never thought you had. Anna breaks down three practical ways small business owners can apply stretch goals this week: Reach for the unreachable instead of settling for medi...
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3 months ago
12 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E53: Credibility Is Your Currency
Send us a text In this week’s Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest reveals why credibility is the ultimate currency for small business owners—and how quickly it can be lost. Using the timeless story of The Boy Who Cried Wolf, Anna connects the lesson to today’s entrepreneurs who are fighting to survive and scale. Learn the four pillars of credibility—reliability, transparency, strategic under-promising, and consistent excellence—and how to apply them in your business this week. Beca...
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3 months ago
17 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E52: Running with Elephants: Your Small Business Superpower
Send us a text Are you a small business owner feeling intimidated by big corporations? This episode is for you. Inspired by a powerful quote from Mark Cuban, host Anna Steinfest reveals why being a small, nimble business isn't a weakness—it's your biggest competitive advantage. Discover the "elephant metaphor" and learn why the very size and resources of big companies make them slow and unable to adapt. Anna shares real-world examples and three actionable challenges to help you leverage your ...
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4 months ago
12 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E51: The Two Mindsets of a Successful Entrepreneur: A Small Business Survival Guide
Send us a text Ever wonder what it really takes to succeed as a small business owner? It's not about being born with a special talent. It's about combining two crucial mindsets. In this episode of the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, host Anna Steinfest dives into the powerful idea of being both a pirate and a Navy SEAL. Discover how to unleash your creative, rule-breaking side while building the disciplined systems and habits that ensure your business thrives. Whether you're st...
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4 months ago
10 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E50: Take Back Your Time: The Small Business Owner's Blueprint for Productivity
Send us a text Feeling like your business is running you instead of the other way around? You're not alone. In this power-packed Monday Morning Motivation episode, Anna Steinfest tackles the #1 struggle every small business owner faces: time management. In This Episode, You'll Discover: The "Big Three" method that successful entrepreneurs use to win every dayWhy your to-do list is sabotaging your productivity (and what to do instead)How to master the art of saying "no" without burning bridges...
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4 months ago
11 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E49: Dream It, Date It, Dominate It
Send us a text Tired of setting big goals that turn into endless preparation cycles? This Monday, Anna Steinfest delivers a game-changing tool that transforms overwhelming dreams into step-by-step action plans: **Backward Planning**. In this power-packed 10-minute episode, you'll discover why most entrepreneurs get stuck in "getting ready to get ready" mode—and how to flip the script by starting with your destination and working backward to today. ### **What You'll Learn:** ✅ Why forward pl...
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4 months ago
14 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
S3E48:The Easy Way That Became the Hard Way
Send us a text In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation, Anna Steinfest tackles one of the biggest traps in entrepreneurship: the lure of the shortcut. Through the compelling story of a sparrow who traded her ability to fly for easy meals, Anna reveals why the "easy way" often becomes the most expensive path of all. Whether it's automating before understanding, copying competitors instead of building authentically, or outsourcing before mastering the fundamentals, small business owners co...
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4 months ago
14 minutes

Small Business Survival Conversations
Send us a text The first Monday of the new year is the most important planning moment for small business owners—and most skip it. In this episode of Monday Morning Motivation on the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, host Anna Steinfest uses a powerful lesson from Alice in Wonderland to explain why clarity matters more than hustle—and why you don’t need a traditional business plan to succeed. Instead, you’ll learn how to create a simple one-page business roadmap to define your goa...