“People Are Judging You The Second They Look At You” And He Says That’s Fine
Topics covered: personal branding for salespeople, why reviews decide your reputation, handling a bad review the right way, the follow-up system that builds repeat customers, overcoming fear of public speaking, faith and work, and finding your career path through trial and error.
50 Years. One Mic. Zero Regrets
Bob shares what it was like covering everything from Barbara Bush’s school visit to high school state championships, why small-town journalism taught him to do ten jobs at once, and how a text from his wife’s friend led him to his next big adventure: Editor of the South Reporter newspaper in Holly Springs, Mississippi.
AI Is Making You Dumber If You Use It Like This
In this episode of Southaven Business Beat, host Aaron Cozort (Wisdom Integrators) sits down with Chad Engelke of Pure Focus Media to cut through the hype and get real about what AI actually means for small business owners in Southaven, DeSoto County, and the Mid-South region.
The Medicare Maze
Are you approaching 65 and feeling overwhelmed by Medicare? You’re not alone — and help is closer than you think. In this episode of Southaven Business Beat, host Aaron Cozort sits down with Angela Kidd of Angela Kidd Insurance, Southaven’s local Medicare specialist, to break down everything you need to know before, during, and after your Medicare journey.
The Fed is More Than Interest Rates
In this episode of the Southaven Business Beat, host Aaron Cozort sits down with Douglas Scarboro, Senior Economic Education Specialist at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. We pull back the curtain on the “Fed” to show how their economic research, localized data, and “Beige Book” reports directly impact small business owners right here in Southaven, Mississippi, and the broader DeSoto County region.
Chiropractic & Bagels
In this episode of Southaven Business Beat, host Aaron Cozort sits down with Dr. Brittany Kasprack, owner of Mid-South Chiropractic and The Bagel Nook. You will hear how she operates in two demanding industries, healthcare and food service, while identifying gaps in the Mid-South market and building around them.
$100M College Transformation
In this episode of the Southaven Business Beat, host Aaron Cozart sits down with Dr. Don Jones, Dean at Northwest Community College, to discuss the massive shift in how the Mid-South approaches workforce development. As the cost of education rises, a new “Vocational Revolution” is taking place right here in Southaven, driven by high-tech training and the launch of the spectacular new Ranger Center.
Why You Should Be Smelling the Flavor at 8 AM
In this episode of the Southaven Business Beat, host Cristan Engelke sits down with Darnel Alexander, the Marketing and Catering Director for Tops Barbecue. With a history dating back to 1952, Tops is a Memphis-area staple that has mastered the art of staying “low and slow” while scaling to 25 locations across three states.
The Power of “Yes”: Building a Brand Through Radical Generosity
Whether you are an entrepreneur looking to improve your networking skills or a manager struggling with employee retention, this interview provides a masterclass in building a community-focused brand that lasts.
Lawn Care vs Property Management Which One Does Your Business Actually Need
Is your yard a source of stress or a point of pride? In this episode of Southaven Business Beat, we sit down with Kyle Davis, the founder of 6D Outdoor Solutions, to talk about the evolution of his business from a one-man side job to a comprehensive outdoor service provider.