Starting Small: The Key to Small Business Success

In this episode of the Business Breakthrough New York podcast, Matt is joined by Brandon DeFeo who shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of starting small and building a brand through customer relationships. He discusses the challenges of navigating fear, the significance of networking, and knowing when to shift and expand a business. Brandon offers valuable insights and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting that success is a gradual process that requires persistence and adaptability. *=============================* *Have an Idea???* *=============================* Do you have a topic that you’d like to see us cover? Contact us here! [e-mail] *To learn about additional upcoming SBDC workshops click here:* https://www.farmingdale.edu/small-business-development-center/workshops.shtml *=============================* *🔗*Connect with the Business Breakthrough Podcast!* *=============================* *Business Breakthrough LinkedIn*➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/business-breakthrough-l-new-york-a40a6229a/ *SBDC LinkedIn:* ➡https://www.linkedin.com/company/farmingdale-small-business-development-center/ *Spotify:* ➡ https://open.spotify.com/show/6DW01ZFk7RDUz2O2VqSwCa?si=af1b5c582cc64d98 Connect with our Host: Matthew Lostaglia: *LinkedIn:* ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-lostaglia/ *=============================* *The Business Breakthrough | NY* Podcast is produced by the NY Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Farmingdale State College. _Your go-to podcast for small business_ *=============================* *Chapters* 00:00 The Value of Starting Small 03:01 Brandon's Entrepreneurial Journey 05:50 Building a Brand and Customer Relationships 11:54 Navigating Fear and Taking Risks 15:10 The Importance of Networking 24:10 Knowing When to Shift and Expand 29:01 Key Takeaways for Aspiring Entrepreneurs *============================= * Disclaimer *=============================* Books, materials, and other products discussed in this episode are not sponsors of this show and are not explicitly endorsed by any Small Business Development Center. They are the recommendations & experiences of the individuals on the episode. Please note that some of the links on this site are affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking through the link. *Podcast Equipment* *Our Camera (kits)*➡ Sony a6400 4K Mirrorless + 55-210mm Lens ➡ https://amzn.to/48Czow4 *Our Mics*➡ Shure MV7 USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone ➡ https://amzn.to/3UbqHV9 *Lavalier Mics* ➡ Rode Lavalier GO Mic ➡ https://amzn.to/47GdcQA *Wireless Mic receivers* ➡ Rode Wireless ME ➡ https://amzn.to/3S2qhxP *Sound Mixer:* ➡ RØDE RØDECaster Pro II ➡ https://amzn.to/4b50my3 *Camera Switcher* ➡ ATEM Mini Pro ISO ➡ https://amzn.to/3HsPtbG *More Wireless Mic receivers* ➡ Rode Wireless GO ➡ https://amzn.to/3Hn1sI1 *Floor Lamps* ➡ Govee RGBIC Smart Floor Lamp ➡ https://amzn.to/47HdKpg *Studio Lights* ➡ LED Light Kit NiceVeedi ➡ https://amzn.to/42mqReF *Soundproof Wall Panels* ➡ Acoustic Panels (Hexagon) ➡https://amzn.to/48Yrflj *Headphones* ➡ Rode NTH-100M Over-Ear headset ➡ https://amzn.to/3SqGX3u *Storage/Memory* ➡ SAMSUNG T7 Touch *2TB* ➡ https://amzn.to/3SqpBna