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The Small Biz Podcast! Virtual Coffee is dedicated to showcasing accomplished and innovative small business owners and accelerating YOU! Hosted by Alexa Colyer, Virtual Coffee shares interviews with small business owners and early career professionals. Alexa and guests discuss their journeys, perspectives, and advice to others. Alexa also does solo episodes, during which she shares frameworks, advice, and perspectives to accelerate you in your work and life.
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Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I sat down with Audrey and Nathan Simons, the Founders and Owners of Simon Says Dip This. At their shop in Durham, North Carolina they sell vanilla ice cream that you can get dipped in one of their many flavors, and they also have various toppings you can pair with your ice cream. On this episode, they walked us through their journey of first launching Simon Says Spread This and then opening their dipped ice cream shop. Be sure to visit their shop if you're in the area, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, we're back with another solo episode. I share the why, how, what behind getting things done and how I'm able to juggle the many priorities in my life. If you want to learn more or just hear a different perspective about productivity and accomplishing your goals, then give this episode a listen. Let me know YOUR best practices for getting things done in a review, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I dive into the why, how, and what behind a growth versus fixed mindset. We discuss the definitions of these two terms, and I share why I think everyone should have a growth mindset. What type of mindset do you think you have? Let me know on Instagram or in a review - happy listening, y'all!
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Tuesday Jun 29, 2021
Tuesday Jun 29, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I interviewed Alex Djordjevic, Co-Owner of PupRing. They sell rings that you can engrave your dog or cat’s name onto so that you can always have your pet with you. Their rings are simplistic and beautiful, and I absolutely love this idea for a product. I love that it’s pet related but isn’t in your face - it’s very elegant. On this episode, Alex tells us the founding story of PupRing, how he finally found a business he can focus 100% on, and shares the lessons he has learned along the way. Check out PupRing at https://pupring.com/, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Jun 22, 2021
Tuesday Jun 22, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of speaking with Anna Murphy, the Founder and Owner of Raleigh Blooms. Anna founded Raleigh Blooms from her love for finding joy in the simple things. She creates beautiful, custom bouquets for a variety of events here in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. On this episode, we discuss how she balances her side hustle, Raleigh Blooms, with her full time job, we talk about how nothing is permanent, and she gives advice to other small business owners to take it slow. Be sure to check out Raleigh Blooms at https://www.raleighblooms.com/, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Sammy Moreno, Founder and Owner of Shop Sammy. They create handmade items that are personalized to you. Shop Sammy is based out of New Jersey but is able to ship most of their items within the United States. On her episode, Sammy takes us through her journey to launching her business and her plans for the future. She also gives advice based on lessons she has learned along the way as a small business owner. Be sure to check out Shop Sammy at https://shopsammynj.com/, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
Tuesday Jun 08, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, we welcomed back Shelby Matussak, Founder and Owner of Dead Lemon Games and main designer of Lonely Undead, a not-your-average zombie-themed board game. Shelby was first on Virtual Coffee on episode 31 where we discussed his background, how he discovered his passion for creating board games, and his advice for others. On this episode, we dive into the details of his first game, Lonely Undead. You can support Shelby and Lonely Undead on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/727806419/lonely-undead. Be sure to check it out, and happy listening!
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Tuesday Jun 01, 2021
Tuesday Jun 01, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I shared what has been on my mind lately. We discuss finding your why and what drives you, defining what success means to you, and focusing on quality over quantity. This was a fun episode to record, and be sure to let me know your thoughts in a review on the Apple Podcasts app. Have you found your why? What is your why? How do you define success? Let me know, and happy listening!
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Tuesday May 25, 2021
Tuesday May 25, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I had the pleasure of speaking with the Founders & Owners of Sanikind, Miles Pepper and Martica Wakeman. They created a convenient and reusable hand sanitizer dispenser, and they also sell their own sanitizer that’s made with clean ingredients. Sanikind actively helps reduce single-use plastic around the world, and they have helped thousands of people around the world obtain hand sanitizer during the pandemic. This episode is jam-packed with advice for other small business owners and founders of startups. Miles and Martica dive into their individual and shared journeys, and they are giving YOU 20% off your first purchase with the code COFFEE20. Head over to their website to claim this awesome deal: https://sanikind.com/. Happy listening!
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Tuesday May 18, 2021
Tuesday May 18, 2021
On this episode of Virtual Coffee, I spoke with Crystal Harris, Founder and Owner of Mama’s Salsa. Crystal and her family (husband and three kids) sell their homemade salsa and chips that are all made with natural ingredients and no added sugar. You can purchase Mama’s Salsa locally here in the Raleigh area at various markets and shops. On this episode, Crystal dives into how she finally pursued her passion after having three kids and how she turned her small business into a family passion. Be sure to check out Mama's Salsa, and happy listening!
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