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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.
#963 - Money Questions You Need to Ask
#963 - Asking better money questions is one of the keys to getting the future you want, says Veronica Karas, author of the new book, Money Matters: Everything You Should Have Learned in School but Didn’t. Direct link to this podcast show notes: Money Questions You Need to Ask https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10705 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!
21:4126/02/2019
#962 - Finding Startup Money
#962 - Finding startup money is essential if you are to move forward with a new business. However, you might not need as much as you think. Direct link to this podcast show notes: Finding Startup Money https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10694 Our guest: Maria Aspan, Editor-at-Large of Inc. Magazine. Her book: Startup Money Made Easy Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!
14:2513/02/2019
#961 - The One Thing You Need to Know to Retire Early
#961 - Retire early. Most people like the idea, but how can you do it? Start by knowing this one thing which is the driver of early retirement. Direct link to this podcast show notes: The One Thing You Need to Know to Retire Early https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10679 Direct link to learn more about our freedom tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
13:0731/01/2019
#960 - Managing Your Household Finances Like a Business
#960 - Manage your household finances like a business to see your finances in new and enlightening ways, and understand your money better than ever before. Direct link to this podcast show notes: Managing Your Household Finances Like a Business https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10647 Direct link to learn more about our freedom tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
14:0016/01/2019
#959- 5 Financial Resolutions for 2019
#959 - Prosper in the New Year! We talk with Consumer Reports’ Senior Money Editor Tobie Stanger about timely financial resolutions for 2019 Direct link to this podcast show notes: 5 Financial Resolutions for 2019 https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10626 Direct link to learn more about our freedom tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!
16:1902/01/2019
#958 - What Is Financial Freedom?
#958 - What is financial freedom? Plenty of money…for life! We break down that definition and share how to get to the next level of financial freedom. Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10539 Here's the link to the Freedom Tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
14:3218/12/2018
#957-Do More Good
#957 - Do more good by discovering how to gain more confidence, clarity and choices when it comes to your money. Direct link to this podcast show notes: Do More Good https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10455 Direct link to learn more about our freedom tool: http://financialfreedomtool.com Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
10:3904/12/2018
#956 - The Gratefulness Dividend
#956 - A gratefulness dividend flows to those who fight off abundance denial. Find out how so you can reap the rewards of gratitude. Direct link to this podcast show notes: The Gratefulness Dividend https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10432 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!
10:4620/11/2018
#955 - Saving for Retirement with a Stingy Employer
#955 - Saving for retirement is harder than ever as many employers are shifting more of the burden on to employees. See how you can respond. Direct link to this podcast show notes : Saving for Retirement with a Stingy Employer https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10012 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!
14:4906/11/2018
#954 - The Hedonic Treadmill Costs You Money
#954 - The hedonic treadmill suggests that any happiness we gain from a new purchase quickly reverts back. Here's 5 ways to avoid getting stuck. Direct link to this podcast show notes : The Hedonic Treadmill Costs You Money https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=10004 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn ------------------- P.S. Do like our podcast? Help us grow by sharing it on social media, or by leaving a review. We appreciate your support!
13:5223/10/2018
#953 - The Best Investment Strategy for Normal People
#953 - In this episode, we share the best investment strategy for non-financial people. Hear study-backed findings that show why this simple approach tends to yield better risk-adjusted returns. Direct link to this podcast and blog post (and links to resources mentioned): The Best Investment Strategy for Normal People https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9992 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much.
15:3416/10/2018
#952 - Reverse Side Hustles: More Money, Less Risk
#952 - A reverse side hustle can help you make more money while lowering your risk. We share three principles of finance so you understand how this works. Here are the show notes with links to resources that further explain the concepts mentioned in this episode: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9958 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
09:1902/10/2018
#951- How to Fund Your Passion
#951 - It’s never too early to start thinking about how to fund your passion. We share 3 ways to ensure the opportunity to follow your passion doesn't pass you by. Here are the show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9943 Sign up for the BIGG Newsletter: https://biggsuccess.com/newsletter Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
08:1825/09/2018
#950 - Do What You Love…Or Else
#950 - Do what you love. It’s what we all want to do in our careers. But what if you aren’t doing what you love? What can you do then? Here are the show notes plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9928 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
09:5618/09/2018
#949 - Hollywood’s Dirty Little Secret…Exposed
#949 - A common misperception about Hollywood, fame, and fortune keeps many people stuck in the status quo. This show is inspired by the news story about Geoffrey Owens. Here are the show notes plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9919 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
11:1111/09/2018
#948 - The First Step in Solving Money Problems
#948 - Money problems come in all shapes and sizes. But in all cases, the first step involves defining if it is a puzzle or a mystery. Here are the show notes plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9906 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn P.S. Your review can help us reach more people. If you like what you hear, please spread the word!
11:4228/08/2018
#947-How to Save Money on a Midlife Crisis
#947 - A midlife crisis can be costly. Fortunately, a new discovery offers us a new way to save ourselves and our money during this time of transition. Here are the show notes plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9853 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
08:3114/08/2018
#946-Retirement Planning an Easier Way
#946 - Retirement planning just got easier. And that’s good news, whether you’re early in your career or further along. We share a study that explains why... Find the link to the study we mention plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit with our show notes here: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9834 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
10:2007/08/2018
#945 - The Downside of Finding Your Passion
#945 - A study on finding your passion shows the advice we commonly hear makes it harder to discover your passion. Fortunately there is a better way! Here are the show notes plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9818 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
11:2631/07/2018
#944 - 7 Steps to Complain Effectively (and Gain 10 Hours a Month)
#944 - Complain effectively and issues get resolved. Plus, research shows it will free up 10 hours a month of your time. Here are the show notes plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9807 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
14:1424/07/2018
#943-Maintain an Abundance Mindset Amid the Scarcity
#943-An abundance mindset creates more abundance. So why do so many people only see scarcity? Learn why and how to see more abundance in your life. Here are the show notes plus where to sign up for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9783 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
08:5617/07/2018
#942 - 7 Ways Money Can Buy Happiness
#942 - Money can buy happiness, contrary to what we’ve been told our whole lives. In this podcast episode, we share 7 situations where this is true. Here are the show notes plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9750 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn ------------------
11:4510/07/2018
#941 - Happiness Is a Choice
#941-Happiness is a choice, according to Aristotle, and it happens THROUGH you, not TO you. See how he suggests that you achieve happiness and abundance. Here are the show notes plus the signup for our FREE Abundance Living Kit: https://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=971 Thanks for listening! - George aka "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn
13:3027/06/2018
#940- The Secret to Making Good New Year’s Resolutions
Good New Year’s resolutions leave you feeling uplifted and empowered. But it takes a new approach. The traditional approach often makes people feel discouraged and disillusioned. FREE BONUS! Get your copy of our printable quotes page on goals. Sign up for the free download here: http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9585 Place it where you will see it every day to keep yourself fired up Here’s to your BIGG success! George “The Professor” & Mary-Lynn Co-Founders, BIGG Success
10:4828/12/2017
#939- How to Keep Grinches From Stealing Your Christmas
A fun look at how to deal with the Grinches in your life.We highly recommend you also watch the video of this episode. Click here to view it: http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9573 Here’s to your BIGG success! George “The Professor” & Mary-Lynn Co-Founders, BIGG Success
04:0320/12/2017
#938 - 10 Success Quotes…on Helium
10 success quotes (read on helium) which tell a story about achieving BIGG success! A fun way to celebrate the 10th anniversary of BIGG Success. You can also see us perform the quotes on helium live on video! Click the link to view it, and find resource links in our show notes: http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9540
11:2517/11/2017
#937 - How to Advance Your Career More Quickly
Advance your career by using leverage, one of the most powerful tools in your toolkit. Discover five ways this tool can help you reach BIGG success faster. Get the free ebook we mention in this episode here: https://biggsuccess.com/back-school-adults-profit-lifelong-learning/ Find the show notes for this episode here: http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9487 Thanks so much for listening & here's to your BIGG Success! George “The Professor” & Mary-Lynn Co-Founders, BIGG Success
13:4101/10/2017
#936 -3 Ways Entrepreneurs Risk Less Than You Think
Contrary to myth, entrepreneurs don’t take huge risks. Discover 3 ways to profit from entrepreneurial risk management, even if you aren’t a business owner. Find the show notes & the sign-up for the free ebook we mention in this episode here: http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9451 BIGG thanks for listening! George "The Professor" & Mary-Lynn Co-Founders, BIGG Success
08:5709/09/2017
#935 -The 3 R’s of Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship requires a different way of thinking than what we learned in school. Whether you’re a business owner or not, you can profit from the 3 R’s of entrepreneurship. Find the show notes for this episode and sign up for the free ebook we mention by clicking here: http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9433 Thanks for listening & here's to your BIGG Success! George “The Professor” & Mary-Lynn Co-Founders, BIGG Success
09:3030/08/2017
#934 - Beyond Personal Finance to Personal Entrepreneurship
Personal finance advice can help you find financial freedom in the long run. But what if you want to get there faster? Find out how in this episode. We also announce a fun change on The BIGG Success Show with a catchy new theme song at the very beginning. Let us know what you think! The direct link to the freebie we mention is here: https://biggsuccess.com/00934-make-more-money-cheat-sheet/ The direct link to this episodes show notes: https://biggsuccess.com/2017/08/04/beyond-personal-finance-to-personal-entrepreneurship/ Thanks for listening! The Professor & Mary-Lynn
12:5208/08/2017
A Tip to Save Money at the Store
#933 - This tip about how to save money at the store may put you in the mood for a cup of coffee. Direct link to this podcast and blog post (and links to resources mentioned): A Tip to Save Money at the Store http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=9212 Thanks for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn
09:1430/03/2017
Live Easier This Year
Live easier this year with the help of our new program, E-Z Lifelinks, which gives you real solutions that maximize your money and time. Sign up: http://biggsuccess.com/e-z-lifelinks/
06:4224/01/2017
5 Rules for Breaking the Rules
#931 - Mary-Lynn Foster, Co-Founder of BIGG Success, has been selected as a Rule Breaker Awards 2016 winner. In honor, here are 5 rules for breaking the rules. Direct link to this podcast and blog post (and links to resources mentioned): 5 Rules for Breaking the Rules http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8824 Thanks for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the link http://phobhttp://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283os.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
06:2217/10/2016
#930 - Maximize Your Potential
#930 - How can you maximize your potential? Listen to our interview with Gold medalist and world champion Josh George as he sets off to Rio to compete in the 2016 Paralympics. Direct link to this podcast and blog post (and links to resources mentioned): Maximize Your Potential http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8794 Thanks for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the link http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
10:2106/09/2016
#929 - How to Be a Finance Action Hero
#929 - You, too, can be a Finance Action Hero! Even if you’re feeling overwhelmed by your money situation, discover how simple it is to get started on the path to financial freedom. Direct link to this podcast and blog post (and links to resources mentioned): How to Be a Finance Action Hero http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8794 Thanks for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the link http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
20:1318/08/2016
#928- Can Social Media Literally Expand Your Mind?
#928 - Social media is viewed by many as mindless waste of time. Is it? New research shows its potential effect on the brain. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Can Social Media Literally Expand Your Mind? http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8787 Thanks for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn
04:2117/07/2016
The One-Step Success System
#927 - A one-step success system sounds too good to be true. But you’ll see it’s the only way to succeed, as proven by everyone who does succeed. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: The One-Step Success System http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8773 Thanks for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the link http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
04:0126/05/2016
Why are Small Business Owners So Optimistic?
#926 - Small business owners are showing signs of optimism not seen since 2007, according to the 2016 American Express OPEN Small Business Monitor. Discover why they're so optimistic and what still concerns them. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Why are Small Business Owners So Optimistic? http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8737 Thanks for listening! - George & Mary-Lynn ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the link http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast? id=269019283 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------
10:4905/05/2016
#925 - How to Do It All and Keep Your Sanity
#925 - Can you do it all? Author Linda Formichelli takes on the media and women's magazines who say you can’t in her new book “How to Do It All”Direct link to this podcast and blog post: How to Do It All and Keep Your Sanity http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8724Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn---------------------------------------------------We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the linkhttp://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283
15:0613/04/2016
March Madness and the Key to Winning in Your Life, Career, and Business
#924 - As March Madness reaches its peak this weekend, we share the key to winning in your life, career, and business, demonstrated by the champions on the court. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: March Madness and the Key to Winning in Your Life, Career, and Business http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8717Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the linkhttp://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
04:1301/04/2016
Technology Killed Snow Days (and Work-Life Balance)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the linkhttp://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#923 - 3 keys to work-life balance in the digital age Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Technology Killed Snow Days (and Work-Life Balance)http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8703Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
07:4525/02/2016
Facebook Marketing Tips for 2016 Part 3
#922 - Facebook marketing tips from expert, John Haydon. In Part 3 of this series: Facebook Ad buying tips that are sure to save you time and money. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Facebook Marketing Tips for 2016 Part 3http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8694Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the linkhttp://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
20:1619/01/2016
Facebook Marketing Tips for 2016 Part 2
#921 - In Facebook Marketing Tips Part 2, expert John Haydon tell us how to find customers on Facebook, and offers tips on creating content that drives engagement.Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Facebook Marketing Tips for 2016 Part 2http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8678In Facebook Marketing Tips Part 3:John shares the one thing he coaches his clients to do to get the best marketing results. He'll also share some Facebook Ad buying tips that are sure to save you time and money.Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------We'd love your review in iTunes, it would mean so much. Here's the linkhttp://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
13:5612/01/2016
Facebook Marketing Tips for 2016 Part 1
#920 - Get Facebook marketing tips from expert, John Haydon. In Part 1, learn how to use your Facebook Page for customer service, to grow your list, and more.Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Facebook Marketing Tips for 2016 Part 1http://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8662In Facebook Marketing Tips Part 2:John will share how a great little tip to find out how many of your customers are also Facebook fans. He'll also share the kind of content you should be creating for social media in this New Year.Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
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12:0105/01/2016
How Social Media Stole Christmas
#919 - Did social media steal Christmas? We put a new spin on an old familiar Christmas tale to answer the question. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: How Social Media Stole Christmashttp://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8647 Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Please let others know by leaving a review for us in iTunes!http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283
03:3418/12/2015
How Do You Define Success? Lessons Learned in 8 Years of BIGG Success
#918 - How do you define success? We share a new way of looking at it, based on what we’ve learned in the eight years of BIGG Success. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: How Do You Define Success? Lessons Learned in 8 Years of BIGG Successhttp://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8610 Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
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07:0112/11/2015
Social Media for Career Growth: Do's and Don’ts
#917 - What you do and don’t do online can make or break you. Here's a list what to do, and what not to do, for using social media for career growth.Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Social Media for Career Growth: Do's and Don’tshttp://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8579Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Please let others know by leaving a review for us in iTunes!http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283
07:4613/10/2015
Donald Trump and the Titanic
#916 - Donald Trump and the Titanic have something in common. But we warn you – you may be surprised when you discover what it is. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Donald Trump and the Titanichttp://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8503Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn
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In this BIGG Success Show episode: Donald Trump, Titanic, personal branding, new economy, start a business-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Please let others know by leaving a review for us in iTunes!http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283
07:2516/09/2015
Build Brandwidth in a New Media World
#915 - Veteran broadcaster Kipper McGee shares why the top broadcast players are losing Brandwidth, and what any business can learn from their mistakes. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Build Brandwidth in a New Media Worldhttp://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8492
Category: Business DevelopmentThanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Please let others know by leaving a review for us in iTunes!http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283
16:0926/08/2015
Why Nice Guys Finish First
#914 - Does it pay to be nice? Doug Sandler, author of Nice Guys Finish First, thinks it’s the best way to win customers for life. Direct link to this podcast and blog post: Why Nice Guys Finish Firsthttp://biggsuccess.com/?page_id=8360Thanks for listening!- George & Mary-Lynn-------------------------------------Enjoy our show? Please let others know by leaving a review for us in iTunes!http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=269019283
15:1804/08/2015