Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast
Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast

Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast

Shannon Jean & Dave Hamilton

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Two long-time small-business owners, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean, come to you each week to talk through the trials, success, pitfalls and tips it takes to successfully run a small business in today’s world. Hear real-world folks talk about real-world problems, letting you know not only what it takes to get it done but that you’re not alone in doing it!

Recent Episodes

FridAI How Can I Help Prompt + Claude Dispatch
MAR 27, 2026
FridAI How Can I Help Prompt + Claude Dispatch
<img width="750" height="750" src="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?fit=750%2C750&amp;ssl=1" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?resize=1536%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?resize=2048%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?resize=50%2C50&amp;ssl=1 50w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB739.png?w=2250&amp;ssl=1 2250w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /><p class="p1">In this episode of Business Brain, we flip the script on AI and start asking better questions—literally. We experiment with prompts like how can you help me more and what repetitive tasks can you take off our plate, turning large language models into proactive teammates instead of passive tools. We also push past the fear of overload and realize feeding big chunks of data into an LLM is not only okay—it’s powerful. From discovering image-generation standouts like <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0"><span class="s1"><b>Nano Banana Pro</b></span></a> to seeing hyper-local innovation with the <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1"><span class="s1"><b>Locally AI</b></span></a> showcased at <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=2"><span class="s1"><b>South by Southwest</b></span></a>, we learn that the real advantage comes from treating AI like a collaborator that helps us design a smarter path to our Charmed Life.</p> <p class="p1">Then we dive into the emerging workflows that make AI truly operational inside a business. We explore tools like <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=3"><span class="s1"><b>Claude</b></span></a>and the growing practice of building structured knowledge files like CLAUDE.md to give AI context it can act on instantly. We also look at the expanding ecosystem around <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=4"><span class="s1"><b>Comet</b></span></a>, now available on desktop and iPhone, and what that means for real-time execution wherever we work. In this episode of Business Brain, we see that the winners in the AI era won’t be the ones with the fanciest tools—they’ll be the ones who systemize how those tools think, remember, and help us move faster.</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:00:00 <a href="https://businessbrain.show/">Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast</a> #739 for Casual FridAI, <a href="https://nationaltoday.com/march-27">March 27</a>, 2026 <ul> <li aria-level="1">March 27th: <a href="https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/quirky-country-music-song-titles-day/">Quirky Country Music Song Titles Day</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:01:13 Ask your LLM how can you help me more? <ul> <li aria-level="1">Prompt: What do you need to know about (or from) me to help me more?</li> <li aria-level="1">Prompt: How can you take away common, repetitive tasks?</li> <li aria-level="1">The best LLM for images (according to Dave): <a href="https://gemini.google/overview/image-generation/">Nano Banana Pro</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:04:05 Feeding large chunks of data into the LLM is OK!</li> <li aria-level="1">Sponsors <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:06:49 SPONSOR: <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify</a> – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify.com/BusinessBrain</a> and upgrade your selling today!</li> <li aria-level="1">00:08:14 SPONSOR: <a href="https://tempomeals.com/brain">Tempo</a> – Tempo delivers perfectly-portion meals to your door, each is ready in just 2 minutes. For a limited time, Tempo is offering Business Brain listeners SIXTY PERCENT OFF your first box at <a href="https://tempomeals.com/brain">TempoMeals.com/brain</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:09:32 SXSW Session on Local AI: <a href="https://schedule.sxsw.com/events/PP1162303">A More Personal Computer-How AI is Transforming Desktops</a> <ul> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://locallyai.app/">Locally AI app</a> to run models locally on your iPhone</li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://macpaw.com/eney">Eney from MacPaw</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:12:37 <a href="https://support.claude.com/en/articles/13947068-assign-tasks-to-claude-from-anywhere-in-cowork">Claude Dispatch</a></li> <li aria-level="1">00:16:11 <a href="http://claude.md/">CLAUDE.md</a> files <ul> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://support.claude.com/en/articles/12123587-import-and-export-your-memory-from-claude">Import into Claude</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:18:20 Comet for Desktop…and <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/comet-ai-browser-assistant/id6748622471">Comet for iPhone</a>!</li> <li aria-level="1">00:20:25 Business Brain 739 Outtro <ul> <li aria-level="1">Tell Your Friends!</li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/review">Review Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/subscribe">Subscribe to the show</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Call/Text: <a href="tel:5672746977">(567) 274-6977</a></li> <li aria-level="1">X/Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/ShannonJean">@ShannonJean</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/davehamilton?lang=en">@DaveHamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/bizbrainshow?lang=ar">@BizBrainShow</a></li> <li aria-level="1">LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davehamilton">Dave Hamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/19229061/admin/feed/posts/">Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/hamilton.dave">Dave Hamilton</a>, <a href="https://facebook.com/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BusinessBrainShow/">Business Brain</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>The post <a href="https://businessbrain.show/fridai-how-can-i-help-prompt-claude-dispatch-business-brain-739/">FridAI How Can I Help Prompt + Claude Dispatch -Business Brain 739</a> appeared first on <a href="https://businessbrain.show">Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs&#039; Podcast</a>.</p>
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20 MIN
SXSW + The Kids Are Alright
MAR 25, 2026
SXSW + The Kids Are Alright
<img width="750" height="750" src="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?fit=750%2C750&amp;ssl=1" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?resize=1536%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?resize=2048%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?resize=50%2C50&amp;ssl=1 50w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB738.png?w=2250&amp;ssl=1 2250w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /><p class="p1">In this episode of Business Brain, we step into the electric energy of <span class="s1"><b>South by Southwest</b></span><span class="s2"><b> 2026</b></span> and see firsthand how creativity and commerce collide. We watch lifestyle entrepreneurs like <span class="s1"><b>Jack Johnson</b></span> build ventures such as <span class="s1"><b>SURFILMUSIC</b></span> that align business with the life they actually want to live. The takeaway is clear: we don’t build businesses to escape our lives—we design them to support our version of a Charmed Life. When our aspirations serve our lifestyle, not the other way around, work becomes sustainable, flexible, and deeply rewarding.</p> <p class="p1">Then we zoom in on the next generation of entrepreneurs and realize the kids are more than alright—they’re already thinking like owners. From a high school junior buying a struggling flat-pack furniture business to a college student placing TVs in restaurants and selling ads on the screens, we see opportunity reframed through fresh eyes. In this episode of Business Brain, we’re reminded that entrepreneurship isn’t about age or credentials—it’s about curiosity, problem-solving, and the willingness to act. The future looks bright because the next wave of builders is already here, and they’re moving fast.</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:00:00 <a href="https://businessbrain.show/">Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast</a> #738 for Wednesday, <a href="https://nationaltoday.com/march-25">March 25</a>, 2026 <ul> <li aria-level="1">March 25th: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waffle_Day">International Waffle Day</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:02:19 The experience of SXSW 2026</li> <li aria-level="1">00:06:10 <a href="https://schedule.sxsw.com/2026/films/2243853">SXSW: Jack Johnson’s SURFILMUSIC</a> &#8211; Truly a lifestyle business <ul> <li aria-level="1">Letting your your aspirations work in service of your lifestyle</li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">Sponsors <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:14:30 SPONSOR: <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify</a> – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify.com/BusinessBrain</a> and upgrade your selling today!</li> <li aria-level="1">00:15:55 SPONSOR: <a href="https://tempomeals.com/brain">Tempo</a> – Tempo delivers perfectly-portion meals to your door, each is ready in just 2 minutes. For a limited time, Tempo is offering Business Brain listeners SIXTY PERCENT OFF your first box at <a href="https://tempomeals.com/brain">TempoMeals.com/brain</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:17:14 The kids are alright &#8211; reframing opportunities <ul> <li aria-level="1">Cooper: give TVs to restaurants and sell ads on the TV screens</li> <li aria-level="1">HS Junior: Buy a flat-pack furniture business and make it profitable</li> <li aria-level="1">Lots of hope for entrepreneurship</li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:23:05 Business Brain 738 Outtro <ul> <li aria-level="1">Tell Your Friends!</li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/review">Review Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/subscribe">Subscribe to the show</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Call/Text: <a href="tel:5672746977">(567) 274-6977</a></li> <li aria-level="1">X/Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/ShannonJean">@ShannonJean</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/davehamilton?lang=en">@DaveHamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/bizbrainshow?lang=ar">@BizBrainShow</a></li> <li aria-level="1">LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davehamilton">Dave Hamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/19229061/admin/feed/posts/">Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/hamilton.dave">Dave Hamilton</a>, <a href="https://facebook.com/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BusinessBrainShow/">Business Brain</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>The post <a href="https://businessbrain.show/sxsw-the-kids-are-alright-business-brain-738/">SXSW + The Kids Are Alright &#8211; Business Brain 738</a> appeared first on <a href="https://businessbrain.show">Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs&#039; Podcast</a>.</p>
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24 MIN
FridAI - Who's Got Your AI Backup?
MAR 20, 2026
FridAI - Who's Got Your AI Backup?
<img width="750" height="750" src="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?fit=750%2C750&amp;ssl=1" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?resize=1536%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?resize=2048%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?resize=50%2C50&amp;ssl=1 50w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB737.png?w=2250&amp;ssl=1 2250w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /><p class="p1">In this episode of Business Brain, we challenge how much we’re relying on AI—and what happens if it suddenly disappears. Inspired by the spirit of <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0"><span class="s1">Alien Abduction Day</span></a>, we ask the uncomfortable question: who’s got our AI backup? We break down the difference between wrappers and true LLMs, and why blindly building on top of tools we don’t control can put our businesses at risk. Building a Charmed Life means thinking ahead, not just optimizing for convenience today.</p> <p class="p1">We also get practical about protecting ourselves by diversifying tools and owning more of our stack. From exploring setups like <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1"><span class="s1">OpenClaw</span></a> to leveraging platforms like <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=2"><span class="s1">GitHub</span></a> and <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=3"><span class="s1">SaneBox</span></a>, we focus on creating resilience and flexibility. In this episode of Business Brain, we remind ourselves that smart entrepreneurs don’t just adopt AI—they build systems that survive without it.</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:00:00 <a href="https://businessbrain.show/">Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast</a> #737 for Casual FridAI, <a href="https://nationaltoday.com/march-20">March 20</a>, 2026 <ul> <li aria-level="1">March 20th: <a href="https://nationaltoday.com/alien-abduction-day/">Alien Abduction Day</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:01:13 Are you relying upon AI too much? <ul> <li aria-level="1">Using Models in your Business &#8211; What’s your backup?</li> <li aria-level="1">Wrappers vs. LLMs</li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">Sponsors <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:11:28 SPONSOR: <a href="https://nerdwallet.com/brain">Fundera from NerdWallet</a> – A free, easy-to-use platform that lets you compare real financing offers from trusted lenders — all in one place. Visit <a href="https://nerdwallet.com/brain">NerdWallet.com/BRAIN</a> to learn more and talk to a real person!</li> <li aria-level="1">00:12:53 SPONSOR: <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify</a> – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify.com/BusinessBrain</a> and upgrade your selling today!</li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:14:10 Setting up <a href="https://openclaw.ai/">OpenClaw</a> <ul> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.sanebox.com/">SaneBox</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://github.com/">GitHub</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:25:03 Business Brain 737 Outtro &lt;<a href="https://businessbrain.show/">https://businessbrain.show/</a>&gt; <ul> <li aria-level="1">Tell Your Friends! <ul> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/review">Review Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/subscribe">Subscribe to the show</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Call/Text: <a href="tel:5672746977">(567) 274-6977</a></li> <li aria-level="1">X/Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/ShannonJean">@ShannonJean</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/davehamilton?lang=en">@DaveHamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/bizbrainshow?lang=ar">@BizBrainShow</a></li> <li aria-level="1">LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davehamilton">Dave Hamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/19229061/admin/feed/posts/">Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/hamilton.dave">Dave Hamilton</a>, <a href="https://facebook.com/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BusinessBrainShow/">Business Brain</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>The post <a href="https://businessbrain.show/fridai-whos-got-your-ai-backup-business-brain-737/">FridAI &#8211; Who&#8217;s Got Your AI Backup? Business Brain 737</a> appeared first on <a href="https://businessbrain.show">Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs&#039; Podcast</a>.</p>
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25 MIN
Back to Basics and the Cornbread Mafia
MAR 18, 2026
Back to Basics and the Cornbread Mafia
<img width="750" height="750" src="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?fit=750%2C750&amp;ssl=1" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?resize=1536%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?resize=2048%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?resize=50%2C50&amp;ssl=1 50w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB736.png?w=2250&amp;ssl=1 2250w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /><p class="p1">In this episode of Business Brain, we get grounded by going back to basics—because even seasoned entrepreneurs forget how powerful the fundamentals can be. Inspired by the story of the <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0"><span class="s1">Cornbread Mafia</span></a> highlighted at <a href="chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1"><span class="s1">SXSW</span></a>, we explore how simple ideas, executed well, can scale into something massive. You’re reminded that success isn’t always about chasing the next shiny tactic—it’s about mastering what already works and leaning into it to build your Charmed Life.</p> <p class="p1">We also dig into the importance of sweating the small stuff—yes, even something as simple as “tying your shoes.” That means documenting your processes, refining the details, and creating repeatable systems that keep your business running smoothly. In this episode of Business Brain, we reinforce that clarity comes from simplicity, and growth comes from consistency. When you focus on the basics and execute with intention, you create momentum that compounds over time.</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:00:00 <a href="https://businessbrain.show/">Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast</a> #736 for Wednesday, <a href="https://nationaltoday.com/march-18">March 18</a>, 2026 <ul> <li aria-level="1">March 18th: <a href="https://nationaltoday.com/awkward-moments-day/">Awkward Moments Day</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:02:47 REVIEW: <a href="https://schedule.sxsw.com/2026/films/2249886">Cornbread Mafia @ SXSW</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Sponsor <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:11:16 SPONSOR: <a href="https://nerdwallet.com/brain">Fundera from NerdWallet</a> – A free, easy-to-use platform that lets you compare real financing offers from trusted lenders — all in one place. Visit <a href="https://nerdwallet.com/brain">NerdWallet.com/BRAIN</a> to learn more and talk to a real person!</li> <li aria-level="1">00:12:41 SPONSOR: <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify</a> – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify.com/BusinessBrain</a> and upgrade your selling today!</li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:13:58 Let’s talk about tying your shoes <ul> <li aria-level="1">Start with the basics; start at the beginning</li> <li aria-level="1">Details matter</li> <li aria-level="1">Start with the basics</li> <li aria-level="1">Document what you’re doing</li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:18:22 Business Brain 736 Outtro <ul> <li aria-level="1">Tell Your Friends! <ul> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/review">Review Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/subscribe">Subscribe to the show</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Call/Text: <a href="tel:5672746977">(567) 274-6977</a></li> <li aria-level="1">X/Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/ShannonJean">@ShannonJean</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/davehamilton?lang=en">@DaveHamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/bizbrainshow?lang=ar">@BizBrainShow</a></li> <li aria-level="1">LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davehamilton">Dave Hamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/19229061/admin/feed/posts/">Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/hamilton.dave">Dave Hamilton</a>, <a href="https://facebook.com/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BusinessBrainShow/">Business Brain</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>The post <a href="https://businessbrain.show/back-to-basics-and-the-cornbread-mafia-business-brain-736/">Back to Basics and the Cornbread Mafia &#8211; Business Brain 736</a> appeared first on <a href="https://businessbrain.show">Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs&#039; Podcast</a>.</p>
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FridAI Business Blueprints and Skipping Permissions
MAR 13, 2026
FridAI Business Blueprints and Skipping Permissions
<img width="750" height="750" src="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?fit=750%2C750&amp;ssl=1" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?w=3000&amp;ssl=1 3000w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?resize=1536%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?resize=2048%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?resize=600%2C600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?resize=50%2C50&amp;ssl=1 50w, https://i0.wp.com/businessbrain.show/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/03/BB735.png?w=2250&amp;ssl=1 2250w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /><p class="p1">In this episode of Business Brain, we roll into Casual FridAI by unveiling a new concept: Business Blueprints built in beta. Instead of vague ideas, we focus on creating actionable frameworks entrepreneurs can actually use to launch, test, and refine real businesses. We talk through why shipping early matters, how beta thinking accelerates learning, and why inviting feedback from fellow entrepreneurs helps sharpen ideas faster. It’s all about building practical tools that move us closer to running businesses that support our Charmed Life.</p> <p class="p1">We also explore how AI tools are changing the way entrepreneurs experiment and build. From pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with tools like Claude to exploring platforms like Perplexity Computer, we discuss how sometimes the fastest path forward is learning when to skip unnecessary permissions and simply start testing. The takeaway: move fast, experiment often, and use emerging tools to prototype ideas before everyone else catches up.</p> <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:00:00 <a href="https://businessbrain.show/">Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast</a> #735 for Casual FridAI, <a href="https://nationaltoday.com/march-13">March 13</a>, 2026 <ul> <li aria-level="1">March 13th: <a href="https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/open-an-umbrella-indoors-day/">National Open an Umbrella Indoors Day</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:01:16 The Business of Birthing Beta Business Blueprints <ul> <li aria-level="1">They need to be actionable!</li> <li aria-level="1">Do you want to beta test these?</li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">Sponsors <ul> <li aria-level="1">00:09:05 SPONSOR: <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify</a> – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at <a href="https://shopify.com/businessbrain">Shopify.com/BusinessBrain</a> and upgrade your selling today!</li> <li aria-level="1">00:10:24 SPONSOR: <a href="https://quickbooks.com/workforce">Intuit QuickBooks Payroll</a> is evolving beyond pay runs to support how you hire, onboard, manage, and retain your team. Learn more by visiting <a href="https://quickbooks.com/workforce">QuickBooks.com/workforce</a></li> </ul> </li> <li aria-level="1">00:11:46 Doug-You can <a href="https://www.ksred.com/claude-code-dangerously-skip-permissions-when-to-use-it-and-when-you-absolutely-shouldnt/">Dangerously Skip Permissions in Claude</a> if you want</li> <li aria-level="1">00:15:47 <a href="https://www.perplexity.ai/hub/blog/introducing-perplexity-computer">Perplexity Computer</a></li> <li aria-level="1">00:20:01 Business Brain 735 Outtro &lt;<a href="https://businessbrain.show/">https://businessbrain.show/</a>&gt; <ul> <li aria-level="1">Tell Your Friends!</li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/review">Review Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="https://businessbrain.show/subscribe">Subscribe to the show</a></li> <li aria-level="1"><a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Call/Text: <a href="tel:5672746977">(567) 274-6977</a></li> <li aria-level="1">X/Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/ShannonJean">@ShannonJean</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/davehamilton?lang=en">@DaveHamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/bizbrainshow?lang=ar">@BizBrainShow</a></li> <li aria-level="1">LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davehamilton">Dave Hamilton</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/19229061/admin/feed/posts/">Business Brain</a></li> <li aria-level="1">Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/hamilton.dave">Dave Hamilton</a>, <a href="https://facebook.com/shannonjjean">Shannon Jean</a>, &amp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BusinessBrainShow/">Business Brain</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>The post <a href="https://businessbrain.show/fridai-business-blueprints-and-skipping-permissions-business-brain-735/">FridAI Business Blueprints and Skipping Permissions &#8211; Business Brain 735</a> appeared first on <a href="https://businessbrain.show">Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs&#039; Podcast</a>.</p>
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