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Couples Inc is where business-owning couples learn to work better, together. The show is hosted by entrepreneurs Jodie and Glenn, partners in life and business. The first and third Wednesday of each month, they drop episodes with advice, real-world experience and general tomfoolery to help you find ways to strengthen your working relationship while bringing couple power to your customers. Visit couplesincpodcast.com for more scintillating details.
- 58 - Partnering with Other Small Businesses, Employee Handbooks and Eclipse Perceptions
Welcome to the show! On this episode, we talk about how partnering with other small businesses can benefit you; attorney Mary Buckley visits with pointers on employee handbooks and why your business needs them; and we visit the Couples Inc. Water Cooler for an eclipse perception extravaganza. We're glad you're listening! Inc. article on partnering with competitors.
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 33min - 57 - Too Many Hats, Dealing With Failure and an Eclipse Challenge
Welcome back! We're talking about signs that you're wearing too many hats. We have a discussion about the lessons of failure. At the end of the show, Jodie tests Glenn's eclipse knowledge. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 03 Apr 2024 - 43min - 56 - Micro Business Plus/Minus, Quit Fighting Over Money, Ranking Trends
On this episode, we talk about the benefits and challenges of being a micro business; relationship specialist Andrea Dindinger gives tips to help couples stop fighting about money; and we rank some trends using basketball lingo. Thanks for listening! Mom & Pop Business Owners Day Incredible song mashups on YouTube The Bury Daylight Savings page
Wed, 20 Mar 2024 - 49min - 55 - Risky Business, Company Retreat and Mission to Mars test
On this episode, we talk about the risks you take on as a couple in business together. We interview a corporate event planner about the importance of company retreats. We wrap it all up with questions from NASA's application for people wanting to go to Mars. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 06 Mar 2024 - 37min - 54 - Habits, Hiring for Small Businesses and Leap Year Quiz
Welcome to the Couples Inc Podcast! We're talking about some habits we practice for improving our workflow. We interview Tim Orellano of Human Resources Team for some small business hiring tips. Then, Jodie tests Glenn's Leap Year knowledge with a quiz. We're glad you're listening!
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 31min - 53 - Work Love Languages, Content Marketing and a Quiz
On this episode, we discuss the work version of love languages. We also interview marketing guru Pat Schober about the importance of content marketing. At the episode's end, Jodie has to choose: is it a B movie title or the name of a hot sauce? Thanks for listening!
Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 39min - 52 - Fifth Wednesday Mini Episode: Oscars Quiz
Every month with five Wednesdays, we're presenting the Couples Inc. Mini Episode! Jodie quizzes Glenn about milestones in Hollywood's Oscar Awards on this mini. We're glad you're listening!
Wed, 31 Jan 2024 - 11min - 51 - Blend, Boundaries and Either/Or
This episode finds us talking about making work and life blend for couples who work together. Then, we interview consultants Kay Lee and Robert Fukui for insight about their approach to balance/blend/boundaries. Our Either/Or this time: is it an exotic food name OR an international capitol city name? We're glad you're listening! Kay Lee and Robert's book Tandem: The Married Entrepreneurs' Guide for Greater Work/Life Balance
Wed, 17 Jan 2024 - 37min - 50 - Deep Goals, Emotional Leadership and a Visit to the Watercooler
We're kicking off Season 5 with a deep dive on setting goals. Then, we interview Emotional Leadership specialist Catherine Buercklin. We end the show with a visit to the Couples Inc. Watercooler. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 03 Jan 2024 - 36min - 49 - The Couples Inc. Holiday Extravaganza
On this episode, we look back at the top business trends of 2023 and have some fun at the expense of ChatGPT. At the end of the show, Jodie tests Glenn's New Year's Eve knowledge. Seasons greetings!
Wed, 20 Dec 2023 - 21min - 48 - Holiday Motivation, Holiday Stress, Holiday Gifts
On this episode, we talk about keeping your wheels going at a time of year when many managers and team members shift into neutral. We interview couples therapist and relationship coach Andrea Dindinger to gather tips on ways to lessen family stress during the holidays. And we spotlight some truly unique and (in)famous holiday gifts. We're glad you're listening!
Wed, 06 Dec 2023 - 44min - 47 - Roles Revisited, Interview and Thanksgiving Quiz
On this episode, we talk about the need to revisit your company roles to be sure they're still working. In our interview segment, we answer questions from listeners. And, at the end of the show, Jodie tests Glenn's Thanksgiving knowledge. We're glad you're listening!
Wed, 15 Nov 2023 - 38min - 46 - Milestones, Brand Photography and Either/Or
On this episode, we talk about the importance of marking company and couple milestones. Our graphic design guru Katie Cooper-Bussell offers some tips on using photography to help brand your business. We wrap things up with an either/or quiz. We're glad you're listening!
Wed, 01 Nov 2023 - 37min - 45 - Signs, Trademarks and Halloween
On this episode, we talk about some signs you may be suffering from burnout. We also interview Josh Hallenbeck, an attorney who specializes in intellectual property about how to make sure your business branding is safe. We wrap things up with a Halloween quiz. Thanks for listening! Here's Josh's info
Wed, 18 Oct 2023 - 41min - 44 - Partners, Assistance and Old School Tech
On this episode, we discuss what makes a great partner, in business and in life. We talk to Melissa Smith, CEO and Founder of the Association of Virtual Assistants, about matching your business with the right VAs. Then Jodie tests Glenn's knowledge about old school technology. We're glad you're listening! Here's Melissa's book!
Wed, 20 Sep 2023 - 40min - 43 - Keeping Your Business Soul, UJam Fitness and Odd Football Traditions
In this episode, we talk about scaling your business without losing your mojo. We interview Suzy and Matt Marks, the dynamic couple behind UJam Fitness. And Glenn tests Jodie's knowledge of college football traditions. We're glad you're listening! Marcus Lemonis employee buy-in ideas
Wed, 06 Sep 2023 - 37min - 42 - Signs, Stories and Slogans
On today's show, we discuss the three signs that you and your spouse work well together. We also share some crazy co-worker/team member stories with frequent guests Scott and Jane Levine. We wrap things up with Glenn testing Jodie's knowledge of corporate slogans. We're glad you're listening!
Wed, 16 Aug 2023 - 27min - 41 - Co-leadership, a Co-Active Couple and Cringeworthy Cinema
This episode of Couples Inc. brings you our thoughts on having two leaders in a company. We also interview Chris and Kaelyn Armistead, owners of Armistead Wealth, on how they make working together work. And we review some of the worst movies we've ever seen. We're glad you're listening! Harvard Business Review on Co-leadership Visit Armistead Wealth
Wed, 02 Aug 2023 - 40min - 40 - It’s About Time
In this episode, we throw some time management knowledge your way. We interview attorney Mary E. Buckley, Director at Cross Gunter Witherspoon Galchus, and talk about staffing and personnel mistakes that small businesses should avoid. Then we put on a play about one woman's quest to find out where the time went. Thanks for listening! Pareto Analysis here Pomodoro Technique here Eisenhower Matrix here
Wed, 19 Jul 2023 - 46min - 39 - Communication, Customer Service and a Quiz
We take a look at three signs that you and your partner are having communication issues. We interview entrepreneurial specialist Dmitri Scott about the crucial role of customer service. And in the ever popular couples quiz, Jodie tests Glenn's knowledge of boats. We're glad you're listening! Talking past each other at HuffPo
Wed, 05 Jul 2023 - 41min - 38 - Done, Done and Done
On our Season 4 opener, we talk about knowing when to call it quits as a business owner. We also interview Todd Nuckols, a business succession planning expert and author of The 80/20 Business: Big Results From Small Changes. And we wind up at the Couples Inc. water cooler for a chat about things we are sooooo done with. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 21 Jun 2023 - 45min - 37 - DIY Marketing and a Season Ending Couples Quiz
In this episode, we recognize June as "Entrepreneurs DIY Marketing Month." Apparently that's a thing and we're gonna talk about it. Then we wrap up Season 3 with one of our famous Couples Quizzes. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 07 Jun 2023 - 23min - 36 - Workplace Changes, We Get Interviewed and Is It Both
On this episode, we talk about changes in the workplace; some previous show guests ask us questions about ourselves and Couples Inc.; and we play a quizzy quiz called "Is It Both?" Glad you're listening!
Wed, 17 May 2023 - 46min - 35 - Age Differences, Design Ideas and Outerspace
On this episode, we talk about how age differences can affect couples in business and check in with our design expert Katie Cooper-Bussell owner of Lemon Life Design. Then at the end of the show, Jodie tests Glenn’s space travel knowledge. Thanks for listening! Here's the Fast Company generational survey. Calculate your age difference with laser precision here. Look for customized merch for your brand here and here.
Wed, 03 May 2023 - 39min - 34 - Handling Advice, Handmade Franchisees and a Trip to the Water Cooler
On this episode, we talk about handling unsolicited advice. In our interview segment, we chat with a couple who own a franchise location of a Pinterest-inspired craft studio. Then we visit the Couples Inc. Water Cooler and talk about our fave YouTube channels. Thanks for listening! Small Business Trends article here Psychology Today article here
Wed, 19 Apr 2023 - 40min - 33 - Being Your Own Spokesperson and PEEPS!
In this episode, we're talking about the spokesperson of your business. Who is it? Who should it be? We also talk about a certain seasonal bird-shaped marshmallow treat and its uses in the non culinary realm. Enjoy!
Wed, 05 Apr 2023 - 24min - 32 - Talking, Taxing Things and Tournament Trivia
We discuss why couples sometimes talk past each other and what we do to prevent that. Then we talk about things we find most taxing about working together. At the end of the episode, Jodie tests Glenn's NCAA Tournament knowledge with a quiz. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 15 Mar 2023 - 33min - 31 - Mom N Pop, High Tech and an Irish Quiz
We're talking about National Mom & Pop Business Owner Day and whether robot waiters and chatbots are signs of the apocalypse. At the end of the show, Glenn quizzes Jodie with Irish trivia. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 01 Mar 2023 - 25min - 30 - Loving What You Do vs Doing What You Love
On this episode, we take a deep dive into the differences between loving what you do and doing what you love. We visit with entrepreneurs and marketing/events gurus Pat and Regina Schober about their experience as a couple working together. And we visit the CouplesINC Water Cooler for dating disaster stories from our past. Thanks for listening! Here's the link we mentioned on separation of personal and professional stuff: bit.ly/40WgL2O
Wed, 15 Feb 2023 - 35min - 29 - Marketing, Marriage and Valentine Roses
On this episode, we talk about Surround Sound Marketing and interview Andrea Dindinger, M.A. about what couples need to do to better connect. And, at the end of the show, Jodie tests Glenn’s knowledge about all things Valentine’s Day. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 01 Feb 2023 - 40min - 28 - Staying Motivated, Handling Change and This or That
On this episode, we talk about staying motivated as a business owner, and we visit with frequent guests Scott and Jane Levine about change. Scott and Jane stick around to play This or That: Winter Edition to wrap things up. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 18 Jan 2023 - 42min - 27 - Vision, Vodka and a Trip to the Watercooler
We're talking about partners having shared vision; we interview the couple who owns a craft distillery about how they work together; and we stop at the CouplesINC watercooler to share our New Year's resolutions.
Wed, 04 Jan 2023 - 29min - 26 - CouplesINC UpdateSun, 18 Dec 2022 - 01min
- 25 - Gifts, Getting on TV and a Game
Welcome to Season 3 of Couples Inc! On this episode, Glenn and Jodie talk about your corporate holiday gift giving; we interview an Emmy Award winning television producer about getting your business on the telly; and we play This Or That with holiday food and activities. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 16 Nov 2022 - 41min - 24 - Wrapping Up and Rapping Up Season 2
In our final episode of Season 2, we share "AHA!" moments and superlatives from the season. And, as a special bonus...a rap like no other.
Wed, 02 Nov 2022 - 22min - 23 - Work Tools and Tricks or Treats
In this episode, we delve in to some of the apps and other tools that help our work get done. Then, we share horrific highlights from Halloween past. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 - 23min - 22 - Rules, Resources and Rankings
On this episode, we talk about work rules that we break all the time. We also interview an expert on small business development and resources. And we take a Couples Inc. water cooler survey of random autumn activities. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 05 Oct 2022 - 35min - 21 - Work Styles, Consistent Design and a Quiz
In this episode, we discuss different work styles and chat with our design expert, Katie Cooper-Bussell, about being consistent in your branding. At the end of the episode, Jodie gets a pop quiz. Thanks for listening! Indeed work style notes link Iyashi octopus sucker massager
Wed, 07 Sep 2022 - 40min - 20 - CouplesINCS2Ep8SchoolSweetTreatsStoryTime
It’s back to school season and we talk about what we can STILL learn from the classic book All I Really Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten. (See list below.) Then we interview Ashley and Collier East, owners of LePops, a gourmet frozen treat shop. At the end of the episode, we stop by the Couples Inc. Water Cooler and share some funny school stories. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 17 Aug 2022 - 37min - 19 - Growth and Getting Away
In Episode 7, we talk about being a microbusiness vs. a small business. Then we catch up with fellow couple-preneurs Jane and Scott Levine, and wind up with a vacation yay or nay quiz. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 03 Aug 2022 - 31min - 18 - Time, Talent and a Trip to the Water Cooler
On this installment, we talk about time management and offer our tips for what works for us.Then we interview Michael and Catherine Fothergill who manage Ballet Arkansas about running a nonprofit arts organization as a couple.And, finally, we take a trip to the Couples Inc Water Cooler to talk about things we are loving lately.Thanks for listening!
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 - 32min - 17 - Criticism, Cash Flow and Charcoal
We talk about constructive criticism/feedback. Our interview is Brandon Horvath with the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center about business budgets. And Jodie quizzes Glenn about his grilling knowledge. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 - 34min - 16 - Age, Wisdom and Summer Vacation
On this installment, we ask the question, “Is there an ideal age to start a business?” Can you be too young? Too old? Or does age even matter? Then, we share the life lessons we each learned from our first jobs. And, at the end of the episode, we stop by the Couples Inc Water Cooler to share summer vacation stories. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 - 26min - 15 - Love Language, A Healthy Partnership and Movie Trivia
On the show, we discuss the Five Love Languages. 1) Acts of Service 2) Receiving Gifts 3) Quality Time 4) Words of Affirmation 5) Physical Touch Then, we chat with Delana Morrison and Edward Drangle, who own Ageless Health and Fitness, on how they make working together work for them. And, at the end of the episode, we test our movie knowledge. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 01 Jun 2022 - 29min - 14 - Mental Health, Myths and a Meetup at the Water Cooler
On this episode, Glenn and I discuss mental health in the workplace. Then we chat with frequent guests Scott and Jane Levine who own RiverCity Print and Imaging about business ownership myths. And, at the end of the episode, all four of us visit the Couples Inc Water Cooler to discuss some things we are loving. Thanks for listening! NPR: Mental Health Issues at Work Forbes: Myths of Business Ownership
Wed, 18 May 2022 - 34min - 13 - Compatibility, Compromise and a Couples Quiz
Episode 1 of Season 2, where we discuss the most common response we get from people when they find out we work with our spouse. Then we check in with Relationship Expert Charlie Simpson with Arkansas Relationship Counseling Center about the art of compromise. And, at the end of the episode, we tackle another quiz. But this one has a twist. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 04 May 2022 - 17min - 12 - Breaks, Branding and Looking Back
Welcome to Episode 12, where we talk about the importance of taking breaks. We also interview branding expert Katie Cooper, owner of Lemon Life Design, to talk about how design can impact your marketing efforts. And, finally, at the end of the episode, we talk about what we’ve learned so far as new podcasters.
Wed, 16 Mar 2022 - 39min - 11 - Leadership, Learning About Ourselves and a Couples Quiz
On this episode, we discuss seven different marketing styles and interview Scott and Jane Levine about assessment tests and the role they play in hiring and managing a team. Then, at the end of the episode, we give THEM the same couples quiz. Enjoy!
Wed, 02 Mar 2022 - 52min - 10 - Charity, Challenges and Championships
In this episode, we talk about ways your small business should consider donating to and supporting community charities. Then we interview Chuck and Deborah Johnson who own Big Bad Wolf Creative Group and have worked together for almost three decades. And at the end of the episode, we host our own championship tournament with some personalized bracketology. Enjoy!
Thu, 17 Feb 2022 - 28min - 9 - Creativity, Counting on Each Other, and a Visit to the Water Cooler
Welcome to Episode 9, where Glenn and I discuss creativity and how to cultivate it in your business. Then we delve into the importance of building trust. Spoiler: We’re not big believers that TRUE trust comes from crazy team building exercises like walking on coals, trust falls or an elaborate ropes course. And finally, at the end of the episode, we stop by the Couples Inc Water Cooler and chat about some things we are both liking this month. Enjoy!
Wed, 02 Feb 2022 - 27min - 8 - Managing Burnout, Meeting People and Making Fun of 2021
In our 8th episode, we talk about the traits of business owners that make them likelier to encounter burnout; look at the pros and cons of networking; and hand out some Superlative Awards for trends in 2021. Enjoy!
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 - 21min - 7 - Strategies, Stress and Silliness
On this episode, we talk about setting goals for your business. Therapist Charlie Simpson goes over some stress relief strategies. And we re-live some of our most embarrassing moments.
Wed, 05 Jan 2022 - 20min - 6 - The Couples iNC Holiday Show
On this episode Jodie and Glenn rank business trends, talk about resolutions for 2020 and play a round of holiday trivia.
Wed, 15 Dec 2021 - 33min - 5 - Communication, A Couple of Newbies and Cold Weather
In Episode 5, we talk about improving communication with your partner to help you work better, together. We visit with a couple who have recently gone into business together. And we talk about fire at the Couples iNC. water cooler.
Thu, 02 Dec 2021 - 27min - 4 - Marketing, Millennials and Word Meanings
In this episode, we discuss marketing who you are instead of what you do. We interview a guest Millennial about how to best engage Millennials. We also test our knowledge about generational slang.
Wed, 17 Nov 2021 - 33min - 3 - Fear, Family and Fall Fun
In Season 1, Episode 3, Glenn and I discuss what scares us about running our business. We take common scary movie tropes and give them a business-owner twist. We then talk to Scott and Jane Levine. They tell us what it was like growing a business while also growing a family. And, finally, all four of us play Yea or Nay: Fall Fun Edition. There may be some pumpkin spice in there.
Wed, 03 Nov 2021 - 29min - 2 - Roles, Resolving Conflict, and Relaxation
In this episode, we talk about establishing roles in your business and learn about conflict resolution from an expert. Then for fun, at the end of the episode, we stop by the Couples iNC water cooler. Thanks for listening!
Wed, 20 Oct 2021 - 22min - 1 - Calibration, Cancer and a Couples Quiz
Today we talk about the concept of work/life balance. SPOILER: it's a myth. Balance is an unattainable state where all things are equal. We suggest striving for a work/life blend instead.
Tue, 05 Oct 2021 - 24min
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