• PLANT STORE BOOM | The Ambition Show Podcast | Episode 70
    2025/05/26
    Plant stores and nursery businesses have seen some great and challenging days over the last few years. But opportunities are growing again, and if you have seen the boom and are thinking of jumping into this field of dreams, you need to know that it will not be all roses and rainbows; there are some thorns to be aware of. So let's get it.

    And there are many more puns to come, so brace yourself.

    1. Plant Store Trends
    2. Strategies for Shop Owners

    CHICAGO PLANT SHOP LOCATIONS WITH CAFES :
    • CASA CACTUS: https://g.co/kgs/gXb3Mc4
    • BOTANICAL CAFE: https://g.co/kgs/y8YxH8C
    • PLANT SHOP CHICAGO: https://g.co/kgs/yGFvMXo
    • CHARMERS: https://www.charmerscafe.com/

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    29 分
  • IS SEO REALLY DEAD AND WHAT KILLED IT? | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 63
    2025/05/24
    Who, what, where, and “How”, for that matter, “When” did Search Engine Optimization die? Who did it? SEO has been dead for a while now, and there are many culprits. We get to the bottom of the changes that are occurring right now, how you protect and grow your business online, dame near for free if you know what we are going to cover in this episode of The Ambition Show Podcast, let's get it.

    1. WHAT EXACTLY AI SEARCH IS AND HOW IT DIFFERS FROM TRADITIONAL SEARCH

    2. HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR CONTENT SPECIFICALLY FOR AI SEARCH AND LLMS

    3. HOW SEO AND AI SEARCH CAN WORK TOGETHER (NOT AGAINST EACH OTHER)

    4. AND THE BUSINESS BENEFITS OF IMPLEMENTING THESE PRACTICES

    Book of the Episode

    “The Digital Mindset: What It Really Takes to Thrive in the Age of Data, Algorithms, and AI”

    • Paul Leonardi (Author)

    • Tsedal Neeley (Author)

    • Link to purchase the book: https://amzn.to/44FflhA

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    47 分
  • MAKE MONEY FROM SOMETHING OLD | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | EPISODE 69
    2025/05/17
    Sometimes things are not as simple as you may think. Tough times typically mean that this industry will do very well. Well, maybe not this time. If you have watched one of the literally tens of thousands of videos about how AMAZING it is to make so much money selling used clothes and vintage items in person or online, then you need to catch this episode. Times are changing and not as certain. What do the facts and numbers say, and how should we prepare? Let's find out today.
    1. Economic Impact on Vintage and Thrift Stores

    2. The Role of Online Marketplaces in the Growth of Thrift Stores

    3. How Tariffs Influence the Popularity of Thrift Stores

    List of 52 Second-Hand, Vintage, and Thrift Stores in Chicago:

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    Learn how Chicago is celebrating and how thrift and vintage stores are being impacted

    Block Club Chicago: https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/02/19/chicago-vintage-stores-launch-national-vintage-store-day/

    WGN-TV: https://wgntv.com/midday-news/style-files-check-out-vintage-store-day/

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  • THE RISE OF COUTURE FASHION IN AFRICA – TRADITION MEETS OPPORTUNITY AND INNOVATION with AIMEE | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | EPISODE 68
    2025/05/17
    Fashion and the desire to look great, rock your culture, and show off your unique style are global. And the brands that are jumping off the fashion runways in Africa are turning heads and creating trends all over the world, and what better timing right here in my hometown, we have the Fashion Africa exhibit featuring some of the biggest and most talented fashion brands from all over Africa. Today, we get into what it takes to create and establish a global fashion brand and interview one of the designers and brand owners to watch out for, Aimee Kionme, owner of Liupita Fabrics.
    1. INTERVIEW WITH AIMEE

    2. HIGHLIGHTING FASHION BRANDS FROM AFRICA

    3. MOST IMPORTANT MARKETING AND SALES CHANNEL

    WHAT TO READ: “Brand Elevation: Lessons in Uber-Branding”
    • About the author: Wolfgang Schaefer

    • How to purchase the book: https://amzn.to/4iibHO4

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    53 分
  • HOW TO PROTECT YOUR BRAND WITH CANVA | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 67
    2025/05/17
    Your Brand Is Hard To Build And Easy To Lose. But With The Tools In Canva, You Can Create Essential Brand Resources And Protect Your Look, Name, And Message Online. Today, We Share The Brand Tools In Canva, And These Are The Best To Protect Your Brand.

    Let’s Get It.

    1. WHAT IS BRANDING

    2. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO PROTECT YOUR BRAND?

    3. WHY USE CANVA TO PROTECT YOUR BRAND

    4. CANVA BRAND TOOLS

    Book of the Episode
    • Author: Austin Kleon

    • Link to purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3RI4yvm

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    39 分
  • BRAND BRIEF - THE INCREDIBLE UNDERDOG STORY OF CANVA | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 66
    2025/05/17
    We’re diving into one of the most inspiring tech stories of the last decade—the incredible underdog journey of Canva. We’ll examine how this Aussie startup rose from humble beginnings to challenge the design industry giant Adobe, how it made design accessible to all, and the powerful features Canva offers today that every entrepreneur and small business owner should know.
    • The Origin of Canva

    • Canva vs. The Giants

    • Brand Values in Action

    • Tools Every Small Business Should Know

    • Real Business Impact

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    32 分
  • PICK YOUR PLATFORM FOR CREATOR ECONOMY - SUBSTACK | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 65
    2025/05/17
    What is Substack? Is it the right place for creators looking for a platform to promote their work, build community, and profit from their passion? Today, in the Ambition Show Podcast—Let's Get It, we discuss this and more with one of the best creators on Substack.
    1. What is Substack

    2. Interview with Landon Poburan

    3. The Pros and Cons of Substack

    Guest: Landon Pouburan

    Serial entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and digital writer. Minimalist marketing for online coaches and creators selling digital products and programs.

    Find more: https://landonpoburan.substack.com/

    Follow here: https://modernmediabuying.substack.com/

    Book of the Episode
    • Book name: “Substack Mastery: Insider Secrets from a Content Strategist & Seasoned Author: Learn the Basics, Stay Motivated, Grow Your Paid Subscribers, & Thrive with a Community”

    • Author’s Full Name: Dr. Mehmet Yildiz

    • How to purchase the book: https://amzn.to/4hUgepl

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  • Friend or Business Partner? How to Make It Work: THE CAFE URBANO STORY w/MIKE + NANDO | THE AMBITION SHOW PODCAST | Episode 64
    2025/04/26
    We chatted with Mike and Nando, the owners of Cafe Urbano Avondale. They take us through the journey of what it is like to start a business with friends. How they overcame the challenges that impacted small businesses and cafe owners. Location: 3288 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 Link: https://g.co/kgs/LSbLu4m 🍵My favorite drink: Iced Horchata Latte with Caramel or Americano Grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s get it! ✅THE CAFE BUSINESS - CURRENT LANDSCAPE ✅INTERVIEW WITH MIKE AND NANDO ✅PARTNERSHIP BEST PRACTICES

    Book of the Episode
    • Name of the book: “What Got You Here Won't Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful”
    • Author: Marshall Goldsmith
    • Buy here: https://amzn.to/4jozq03
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    52 分