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We help entrepreneurs find focus for personal, professional, business, and financial success.
George Krueger and Mary-Lynn Foster are the co-founders of BIGG Success. George is a serial business owner who also teaches Entrepreneurial Finance at the University of Illinois. Mary-Lynn is a veteran radio show host turned entrepreneur.
We believe entrepreneurship isn't just an occupation; it's also a way of thinking which helps you take control, make better decisions, and reach your goals faster, whether or not you own a business.
Subscribe to get fun, informative, and inspirational episodes from "The Professor and Mary-Lynn," that help you have an entrepreneur mindset and focus on the right moves to achieve BIGG success.
Success in Your New Role as a Leader-Part 2
The Bigg Success Show #713On The BIGG Success Show today, we wrapped up our conversation with Pam Fox Rollin, author of the fabulous new book, 42 Rules for Your New Leadership Role. It’s the go-to manual for every newly promoted leader. Find a link to the book at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
07:0029/06/2011
Success in Your New Role as a Leader–Part 1
The Bigg Success Show #712We begin a discussion with Pam Fox Rollin, author of the fabulous new book, 42 Rules for Your New Leadership Role. It’s the go-to manual for every newly promoted leader. Find a link to the book at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
08:1428/06/2011
7 Tips to Listen Better for Your BIGG Success
The Bigg Success Show #711
In college, every communication course or program trains you to get your message out. But that’s only part of communication. You also have to learn to listen better. What tips do you have to offer for becoming a better listener? Share yours at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? We'd really appreciate your glowing review for us in iTunes!
06:2723/06/2011
You Can Be a BIGG Success Today
The Bigg Success Show #710BIGG success is a destination. But it is also a journey. Each and every day, you can be a BIGG success if you understand where the victory lies.Read more & also listen at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? We'd appreciate your review in iTunes.
04:2521/06/2011
Transition Tips for New Leaders-Part2
The Bigg Success Show #709We continue our conversation with Kevin Eikenberry, author of From Bud to Boss, to learn the most effective ways new leaders can communicate and set goals with their team. Read more & listen at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
05:5916/06/2011
Transition Tips for New Leaders – Part 1
The Bigg Success Show #708We talk with Kevin Eikenberry, author of From Bud to Boss, aboutthe difficulties new leaders face as they transition to their new role in their organization. Read more & listen at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
07:5915/06/2011
Success Through Collaboration is Short Sighted
The Bigg Success Show #707
Collaboration is one of the buzz words in business these days. They can help you do more with less. However, they may be short-sighted. Read more & listen at http://biggsuccess.com.We’re looking to form a coalition. Would you like to join us? Let’s talk about how we might grow together. Send us an e-mail at [email protected] or leave a voice message at 888.455.2444. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
04:4409/06/2011
The Dilemma Every Entrepreneur Faces
The Bigg Success Show #706Entrepreneurs have to wear many hats. There’s just one problem: they only have one head. How can you do it all? Having trouble with all the hats you have to wear? We put on a coach’s hat quite often. Read more & listen at http://biggsuccess.com.See if one of our coaching programs might help you. Visit http://biggsuccess.com/coaching. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------
03:3907/06/2011
One Man's Quest for Success in the New Economy-Part3
The Bigg Success Show #705We wrap up our interview with Greg Hartle who is traveling to all 50 states and interviewing 500 entrepreneurs. In this show, we learn what Greg plans to do with all this information he is collecting, and ask what his BIGG goal is for his project. Find a link to Greg's site on ours today at http://biggsuccess.comThanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
06:0002/06/2011
One Man's Quest for Success in the New Economy-Part2
The Bigg Success Show #704We continue talking with Greg Hartle who is traveling to all 50 states and interviewing 500 entrepreneurs. In this show, find out what entrepreneurs are telling him are the best strategies you can adopt in your business for the new economy. Find a link to Greg's site on ours today at http://biggsuccess.comThanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
10:4201/06/2011
One Man's Quest for Success in the New Economy-Part1
The Bigg Success Show #703Greg tells us about being a millionaire by age 22, and how a life changing event changed his course forever. Find out how it pushed him to his new project where he's traveling to all 50 states and interview 500 entrepreneurs. Find a link to Greg's site on ours today at http://biggsuccess.comThanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:3031/05/2011
Get a Vision for Life
The Bigg Success Show #702What does life on your own terms mean to you? Get a vision of your life that you can live right now mentally. Do you need help focusing on your vision? Maybe we can help. E-mail us at [email protected] or leave us a voice message at 888.455.2444. See all of our services at http://biggsuccess.com/services.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
04:4426/05/2011
Social Media and a Massage with a Message
The Bigg Success Show #701We highlight a great way to get your message to a target audience while providing them with a benefit they can’t resist! If you have an idea where audio would enhance your message, maybe we can help. Send us an e-mail at [email protected] or leave us a voice message at 888.455.2444 or visit our audio production website http://biggstudio.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------
03:0924/05/2011
Are You Giving Away Your Power? Take Control!
The Bigg Success Show #700We unknowingly often give power to other people. You have to take control of three things to get the power back. How do you take control? Leave a comment on our site today: http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
03:4619/05/2011
Two Myths That Keep Entrepreneurs from Getting Started
The Bigg Success Show #699Our society seems to perpetrate two myths that hold would-be entrepreneurs back. But the professionals know better. Do you have an idea but aren’t sure what to do next? Are you a startup struggling with execution? Maybe we can help; check out our coaching packages: http://biggsuccess.com/coaching. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
03:1417/05/2011
5 Maneuvers for Entrepreneurs to Ride the Waves to BIGG Success
The Bigg Success Show #698You can’t control everything that happens to you. But you are in complete control of how you respond. You can learn to surf the waves in your life.
Could you use some help learning to surf in your own business? Maybe we can help – check out our coaching packages.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
03:5612/05/2011
Does Your Favorite Game Reveal the Type of Entrepreneur You Are?
The Bigg Success Show #697
Life is a BIGG game for entrepreneurs. The question is: Which game? The answer depends on which type of entrepreneur you are. What is your favorite game from the 3 we mention? Tell us at http://biggsuccess.com.
Thanks so much for listening!
- George & Mary-Lynn
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05:1610/05/2011
The Way You Wear Your Brand
The Bigg Success Show #696Many small business owners forget they’re in business to deliver experiences. But we discovered recently that experiences aren’t enough. What are you doing in your business to create happy, lasting memories? Tell us at http://biggsuccess.com. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------
05:3305/05/2011
Love and Marriage and Money
The Bigg Success Show #695We interview "The Money Couple", Bethany and Scott Palmer. They are financial planners, speakers, and authors of First Comes Love, Then Comes Money. Find a link to their book on our site: http://biggsuccess.com. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
08:5002/05/2011
A Super Bowl Champ Lays it on the Line Part 3
The Bigg Success Show #694We wrap up our three-part series with Howard Griffith, two-time Superbowl winner, Studio analyst for Big Ten Network, co-host for ESPN Radio Chicago, entrepreneur, speaker & author of the book Laying it on the Line. Find a link to his book on our site: http://biggsuccess.com. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
06:0028/04/2011
A Super Bowl Champ Lays it on the Line Part 2
The Bigg Success Show #693Today continue our three-part series with Howard Griffith, two-time Superbowl winner, Studio analyst for Big Ten Network, co-host for ESPN Radio Chicago, entrepreneur, speaker & author of the book Laying it on the Line. Find a link to his book on our site: http://biggsuccess.com. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
08:2327/04/2011
A Super Bowl Champ Lays it on the Line Part 1
The Bigg Success Show #692Today we begin our three-part series with Howard Griffith, two-time Superbowl winner, Studio analyst for Big Ten Network, co-host for ESPN Radio Chicago, entrepreneur, speaker & author of the book Laying it on the Line. Find a link to his book on our site: http://biggsuccess.com. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:4026/04/2011
Online Business is Dying
The Bigg Success Show #691
Online Business is DyingWe share five lessons to learn from an entrepreneurial duo who started the first cyber funeral service. If you have an idea but don’t know what to do about it, maybe we can help. E-mail us at [email protected] or leave us a voice message at 888.455.2444. See all of our services at http://biggsuccess.com/services.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
06:3621/04/2011
You Can’t Do Nothing
The Bigg Success Show #690
You Can’t Do NothingYou can’t do nothing. Double negatives make a positive grammatically and mathematically. It turns out to be the same in life. Are you ready to do something? Maybe we can help. Send us an e-mail at [email protected] or leave us a voice message at 888.455.2444 or visit our services page at http://biggsuccess.com/servicesThanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------
02:3319/04/2011
Do You Treat Your Customers Like a Lover or a Spouse?
The Bigg Success Show #689Social media sites like Facebook and Twitter can work for entrepreneurs if they showing passion for their customers. However, they can just as easily work against you if the relationship sours. Did you enjoy this show? Would you share it with a friend? Visit our site http://biggsuccess.com, we have social tools that make it easy to share. We appreciate your support.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Subscribe to The BIGG Success Show in iTunes.
02:5314/04/2011
The Two Sides of a Successful Small Business
The Bigg Success Show #688Real estate development creates wealth in the future. Property management creates income today. We look at how entrepreneurs can think like a real estate operator to build their business. Find a summary of this show at BIGGSuccess.com. Would you like some help developing the next phase of your business? Maybe we can help. E-mail us at [email protected] or leave a voice mail at 888.455.2444.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Subscribe to The BIGG Success Show in iTunes.
03:2212/04/2011
The Trap That Catches Most Entrepreneurs
The Bigg Success Show #687Many people start a small business to replace a lost job. Many people already in business say they’re just trying to “make a good living.” If you adopt the same mindset, you’ll end up in the trap! Do you want to make a life, not just a living? E-mail us at [email protected] or leave a voice message at 888.455.2444. Maybe we can help you.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? We'd appreciate your review in iTunes.
03:2507/04/2011
Entrepreneurs Can Be Authentic Without Getting Naked
The Bigg Success Show #686You can be yourself without revealing everything. A little mystery makes your business sexier. We’ve walked a thousand miles in your shows. Find a written summary of today's show at BIGGSuccess.com. Maybe we can help. E-mail us at [email protected] or leave a voice mail at 888.455.2444.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
06:3905/04/2011
3 Reasons We Have More Entrepreneurs and Why They are Not Hiring
The Bigg Success Show #685The good news is more people are starting businesses. The bad news is they aren’t hiring. We discuss three reasons why we expect this trend to continue. Find a summary of today's show with links to some of the material we referenced at http://biggsuccess.com. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:0731/03/2011
Are Twitter Retweets Authentic? Which Content is King?
The Bigg Success Show #684A tweet followed by a series of retweets caused us to call Twitter’s value into question. Is authenticity still important? Which content is really king? Find a summary of today's show & comment at http://biggsuccess.com. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
07:4129/03/2011
Successful Entrepreneurs Push to the Point of Inexperience
The Bigg Success Show #683Neither education nor experience can fully prepare you for life as an entrepreneur. Successful entrepreneurs know the best education comes from experiencing the point of inexperience. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com. Contact us about our Chamber program at: [email protected] so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
03:3124/03/2011
Entrepreneurs Can Be Too Skinny
The Bigg Success Show #682Entrepreneurs can be so skinny that it costs them money. We look at six areas where entrepreneurial leaders need to bulk up to fatten their wallet. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com. Contact us about our Chamber program at: [email protected] so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
04:4322/03/2011
Rain Makes Life Greener for Entrepreneurs
The Bigg Success Show #681The greenest places on earth get the most frequent rain. Entrepreneurs can take heart from this when times are tough. Bad times prepare you for the good times to come. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
03:5917/03/2011
The Worst Addiction for Entrepreneurs
The Bigg Success Show #680The worst addiction makes the top of the list because no one sees it. But it’s there – lurking inside your head. It drives your thoughts. It runs your life. Yet you’re not even aware of it. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
00:0015/03/2011
Phil Gerbyshak on Twitterworks - Part 2
The Bigg Success Show #679In part 2 of our interview with Phil Gerbyshak, author of Twitterworks, learn how small business can use Twitter for customer retention and acquisition. Find links to Phil's book and site on ours today at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes to help us rank higher. We'd appreciate it.
06:5410/03/2011
Phil Gerbyshak on Twitterworks - Part 1
The Bigg Success Show #678In this podcast, Phil Gerbyshak tells us how he's living life on his own terms by leaving the corporate world to run his own business. He also shares tips on using Twitter for small business from his latest book Twitterworks. Find links to Phil's book and site on ours today at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
07:3309/03/2011
Procrastination Pays for Entrepreneurs
The Bigg Success Show #677We grew up being taught not to procrastinate. However, sometimes it pays for entrepreneurs to do just that. We share four specific situations where an entrepreneur should procrastinate. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Write a review for us in iTunes and help us grow.
05:1507/03/2011
Successful Entrepreneurs Win with Kindness
The Bigg Success Show #676Many potential entrepreneurs make a critical mistake. It kills the business. Successful entrepreneurs kill their customers with kindness to keep them coming back again and again. Find the links we refer to along with a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
03:5401/03/2011
The Magical Power of Compounding Your Time
The Bigg Success Show #675A small amount of money, invested over time, cn turn into a large amount of money through the magic of compound interest. We explore if this principle extends to our other resources, time. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Write a review for us in iTunes! We'd appreciate your support.
02:5324/02/2011
Do Entrepreneurs Thrive on Chaos?
The Bigg Success Show #674Do entrepreneurs really thrive on chaos? It depends on its source. We discuss three sources of chaos and what to do about them. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Give us your review in iTunes.
05:1322/02/2011
Carol Roth on The Entrepreneur Equation – Part 3
The Bigg Success Show #673In part 3 of our interview with Carol Roth, author of The Entreprneneur Equation, find out how you can give yourself the best shot at being a BIGG success as an entrepreneur, and more. Find a link to Carol's book on the summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
08:1818/02/2011
Carol Roth on The Entrepreneur Equation Part 2
The Bigg Success Show #672In part 2 of our interview with Carol Roth, author of The Entreprneneur Equation, find out why men make better entrepreneurs than women, learn what a jobby is, and more. Find a link to Carol's book on the summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
07:5316/02/2011
Carol Roth on The Entrepreneur Equation – Part 1
The Bigg Success Show #671In part 1 of our interview with author of The Entrepreneur Equation, Carol Roth, find out the key to approaching a new business for greater success, and more. Find a link to Carol's book on the summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
08:5115/02/2011
Entrepreneurial Leadership Does Not Happen in the Executive Suite
The Bigg Success Show #670Unlike the executives featured on Undercover Boss, entrepreneurial leaders don’t operate covertly. They converse, connect and engage to create loyalty among their employees. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
05:0610/02/2011
A Bold Career Move May Save Your Life
The Bigg Success Show #669Many entrepreneurs reach a point where their work isn't satisfying. We discuss the effect on their health and share 7 signs that it's time to make a bold craeer move to save your life. Find links to the study's we reference and a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Help us grow in iTunes with your review.
08:1008/02/2011
Entrepreneurs Win the Game with Social Media and Forward Passes
The Bigg Success Show #668As the Super Bowl approaches, we talk about how entrepreneurs can win the game against large companies by using social media to get more forward passes from their customers. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
05:4504/02/2011
Do You Care?
The Bigg Success Show #667Do you care what we have to say? We hope so if you see yourself as this special kind of person. What can we say to help you? Leave a comment at http://biggsuccess.com, or call us: 888-444-BIGG(2444), or email us: [email protected]. Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
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02:3603/02/2011
Entrepreneuring is About One Thing
The Bigg Success Show #666We discuss one simple thing that makes the difference between entrepreneurs and most people. Find a summary of today's show at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Give us a glowing review in iTunes to help our ranking!
07:3501/02/2011
Michael Port on Book Yourself Solid Part 2
The Bigg Success Show #665We continue our discussion with Michael Port, author of Book Yourself Solid about how his "Red Velvet Rope Policy" will help you book only the customers you want to serve. Find a summary of today's show with links to to his book and sites at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283
00:0026/01/2011
Michael Port on Book Yourself Solid Part 1
The Bigg Success Show #664We talk with Michael Port, author of Book Yourself Solid about living life on his own terms, and his four modules for marketing featured in his book. Find a summary of today's show with a link to to his book at http://biggsuccess.com.Thanks so much for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Consider writing a review for us in iTunes.
07:5625/01/2011