Jun 3, 2026
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In this episode, Kirsten Flory dives into the incredible entrepreneurial journey behind Nike through the bestselling memoir Shoe Dog by Phil Knight.
Most people see Nike as a global powerhouse, but few realize the company spent nearly 18 years fighting for survival before becoming a...
May 20, 2026
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In this episode, Kirsten Flory sits down with communication expert and podcast host Chris Miller to break down one of the most overlooked - yet critical - business skills: communication.
Chris, host of Talk to Chris Miller and Talk to People Podcast, shares practical insights on how...
May 6, 2026
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In this episode of The Small Business Mindset, Kirsten Flory challenges one of the most common myths in entrepreneurship: that you need money to start a business.
Spoiler alert - you don't.
What you do need is something far more valuable (and completely free): proof of concept.
Kirsten...
Apr 22, 2026
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In this episode, Kirsten Flory dives into the hard truth that many businesses don't survive - and more importantly, why. While external factors can play a role, most business failures come down to three key areas: cash flow, market demand, and management. The good news? Two of those are...
Apr 8, 2026
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While it may seem insigificant, the story of the penny reveals a crucial lesson for business owners. Originally valueable and practical, the penny ultimately became obsolete - costing more to produce than it was worth. Sound familiar?
Kirsten draws a direct parallel to what happens in many...