Business as UNusual

By: BiCurean Consulting
  • Summary

  • Business as UNusual is not just another podcast; it's a captivating journey into the heart of modern entrepreneurship. This show dives deep into the groundbreaking strategies, bold ideas, and unconventional practices that empower visionary leaders and companies to thrive in a rapidly changing business landscape.


    Join Aicila, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in business development across the nonprofit and corporate sectors, as she engages in enlightening conversations with a diverse array of guests. These inspiring individuals are on a mission to create successful businesses that prioritize both people and the planet in their profit models.


    Tune in to be inspired and to discover how these remarkable changemakers are redefining success in business. Their stories will ignite your passion and spark innovative thinking in your own ventures.


    For more details, visit BiCurean.com/bau.

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Episodes
  • Stories That Unite: Justin Cobb’s Journey
    Sep 30 2024

    Aicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.


    In this episode of Business as UNusual, Aicila sits down with Justin Cobb, a passionate advocate for integrating diverse perspectives into everyday life and business. Justin shares his unique insights on navigating generational differences, the importance of empathy, and the transformative power of modern technology. Tune in to discover how Justin's experiences and upcoming projects aim to reshape the future of content creation.


    Topics discussed in this episode:


    - Rural Upbringing and Generational Differences [02:30]

    Justin discusses his grandmother raising five kids in a rural, working-class, white community and the challenges associated with limited exposure to diverse world views.


    - Technology as a Game Changer [07:00]

    How modern technology provides access to diverse insights and why Justin sees it as a privilege.


    - Introducing New Perspectives to Family [12:15]

    Efforts to bridge the generational divide by introducing older family members to new ideas.


    - Upcoming Live Event with Jupiter f stone [18:45]

    Announcement of a live LinkedIn event focusing on connections between Hawaiians, islanders, and the mainland.


    - Evolution of Insights Blog into a Podcast [25:10]

    Justin’s journey from blogging to launching a podcast and what this new direction entails.


    - Personal Stories and Real-World Implications [32:00]

    Using personal narratives to make abstract issues relatable.



    1. 📅 Mark Your Calendars!

    Join Justin Cobb's live LinkedIn event on October 10th featuring an interview with Jupiter F Stone! [Learn More] https://www.linkedin.com/events/7241442649709195264/about/


    2. 👏 Support Diverse Voices!

    Follow Justin Cobb on [LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/paffairs/ and [Medium] https://medium.com/@jcobbstudios for more insightful content.


    3. 🎧 Stay Tuned!

    Excited about Justin's new podcast? Subscribe now to receive updates and never miss an episode!



    Episode transcript:

    The full transcript of this conversation is available at bicurean.com/bautranscripts3


    Contact Jason on LinkedIN


    https://www.linkedin.com/in/paffairs/


    Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands.

    Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.


    #podcast #Storytelling #Impact #ContentCreation #BAU #businessasunusual

    #FutureGenerations #Empowerment #GlobalPerspectives


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    37 mins
  • Ambition and Integrity: Yinka Ewuola’s Business Blueprint
    Sep 23 2024

    Aicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.


    In this enlightening episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila dives deep with Yinka Ewuola, a business strategist and financial coach, on the unconventional paths to financial empowerment. Yinka shares her inspiring journey, her focus on empowering women, and her holistic approach to money that challenges the status quo.


    Topics discussed in this episode:

    • The Spark that Ignited Yinka's Journey [00:03:12]
    • Discover how Yinka's early experiences and family background influenced her career path.
    • Yinka's Core Philosophy on Wealth [00:08:45]
    • Explore Yinka’s determination to leverage her parents' sacrifices and create lasting wealth.
    • Ideal Clients and Their Key Attributes [00:14:26]
    • Learn about the characteristics of Yinka's most successful clients, primarily women who are ambitious and ready for change.
    • Holistic Approach to Money [00:18:01]
    • Understand Yinka's comprehensive view of money, including its social, relational, and energetic impacts.
    • Challenging Traditional Financial Advice [00:20:06]
    • Hear Yinka’s critique on the mainstream advice of “charging your worth” and what businesses should focus on instead.
    • Value and Financial Independence in Business [00:25:40]
    • Yinka shares insights on maintaining self-sufficiency and recognizing personal value to avoid exploitative business practices.


    Embrace Financial Wisdom! ✨ Follow Yinka Ewuola on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok to stay inspired and informed about creating wealth and business success.


    Get Empowered! 💪🏾 Dive into Yinka’s strategies by visiting her website and subscribing to her newsletter for valuable tips on financial independence and ethical wealth building.


    Share Your Thoughts! 📢 Rate and review this episode on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us bring more insightful content to help you thrive in business.


    Episode transcript:

    The full transcript of this conversation is available at bicurean.com/bautranscripts3


    Website

    www.callasuccess.com


    Contact

    Email: hello@callasuccess.com & LinkedIn DMs


    Links

    Linkedin

    Facebook

    Instagram

    Twitter

    Tiktok


    Transcripts & notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands.

    Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.


    #women #businessasunusual #FinancialLiteracy #WealthMindset #ValuesMatter #ImpactfulWealth

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    43 mins
  • Inclusive Magic: Ren Rice’s Romance Bookshop
    Sep 16 2024

    Aicila hosts and produces Business as UNusual to learn from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Artists, and more what motivated them to forge the path they are on and how they are innovating in their area of influence.


    In this episode of Business as UNusual, Aicila chats with Ren Rice, the founder of Romance Era Bookstore in Vancouver, Washington. Ren shares their journey from working in film to opening a unique, inclusive bookstore that supports indie authors and fosters a community-centered environment. Ren also highlights their involvement in local events and book clubs, their approach to maintaining work-life balance, and their vision for the future.


    Topics discussed in this episode:

    - Ren Rice's transition from film to books [2:45]

    - The origin and development of Romance Era Bookstore [5:12]

    - Creating a safe and inclusive space [8:27]

    - Importance of community events and collaborations [13:05]

    - Ren's approach to financial sustainability and supporting indie authors [18:32]

    - Balancing work and avoiding burnout [25:47]

    - Upcoming book clubs and events [28:14]


    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    - Romance Era Bookstore on Instagram [7:03]: [@theromanceerabookshop]

    - Sign up for Ren Rice's newsletter for updates [28:45]: https://theromanceerabooks.com/

    - Omsi After Dark event [30:01]: [omsi.edu/calendar/omsi-after-dark]



    Episode transcript:

    The full transcript of this conversation is available at bicurean.com/bautranscripts3



    - 📰 Stay updated on upcoming events and new arrivals by subscribing to Ren Rice’s newsletter! Sign up now at http://www.theromanceerabooks.com


    - 📸 Follow Romance Era Bookstore on Instagram to keep up with the latest happenings and community events. Don’t miss out—follow @romanceera today!



    Website


    http://www.theromanceerabooks.com


    Contact

    @theromanceerabookshop on Instagram


    Links

    https://www.tiktok.com/@theromanceerabookshop

    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551050977533



    Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands.


    Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.


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    33 mins

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