Passion to Thrive!

Merra Lee talks to Rich Weilacher, DJ Extraordinare with Times Gone By Entertainment, about the "customer experience" needed when you are a DJ and in charge of a party!

Merra Lee talks to Dan Canton of CMIT of Reading, about the convenience of a trusted company that can service all of your small business technology needs.

Merra Lee brings back Dean Reber for an informative conversation about being a landlord. The same level of customer service applies - as a renter and a landlord. Find out more by listening this part two of a conversation with Dean Reber.

Merra Lee talks to Dean Reber about his journey to owning Surface with a Smile! He allows you to remodel without destroying!!

Merra Lee continues her conversation with the Creative Director of The PEOPLE Chronicles, Gamalier Nieves. Gamalier shares with her the innovative and creative ways to measure the success of your storytelling efforts.

Merra Lee talks to Gamalier Nieves, Creative Director and Co-Owner of The PEOPLE Chronicles about his journey to becoming a premier community storyteller for business owners.

Discovery Day! You are ready to accept the franchise, now what? Jason talks to Merra Lee about the next steps in securing your franchise!

Understanding the franchise process. The process for each franchise awarded is different. Learn why working with a consultant will help you navigate this process a bit easier! Merra Lee and Jason Milbrandt break it all down in part two of this three part series.

Finding the right franchise. This is part one of a three part series Merra Lee talks to Jason Milbrandt about how to find the right franchise to meet your mission, values and goals.

Merra Lee talks to Zane Szurgot, Owner of Hypnosis in Berks, about the steps a small business owner must take when they need to protect their business during a health crisis.

Jason Milbrandt, Owner of Money Mailer, Berks, talks to Merra Lee about the many benefits of using Direct Mail as your go to source for Marketing your business or service!

Merra Lee talks to Crystal Seitz, President of Go Greater Reading, about how tourism supports the growth of small business in our community.

Merra Lee talks to Executive Director, Lori B. Donofrio-Galley about the strategies and outcomes that have taken place during her 14 month stay with The Northeast Berks Chamber of Commerce!

Alyse Mitten, Owner of Interlace Communications, Inc., provides valuable tips for using graphics in your social media strategy!

Merra Lee talks to Cheri Dotterer, Therapy Services, about how she helps children be more successful using the skill of handwriting tutoring.

Merra Lee talks to Franco Vella-Gatt, Owner of Eagle Enterprises. This is an important conversation for small businesses to understand how to avoid processing charges and how to keep up with the latest technology and safety issues with credit card processing.

Merra Lee talks to Ron Rothenberger, owner of Rothenberger Insurance Services! Ron shares with Merra Lee very valuable information and tips that small business owners need to consider when looking for the right and comprehensive insurance coverage!

Merra Lee talks to Marketing Guru Alyse Mitten about the new trends in digital marketing. Valuable and timely information!

Merra Lee talks to Mark Turner of MDT Heating and Air Conditioning about how to provide the best service to his customers. What works for him just work for you!

Merra Lee brings back Wes Linton of LAMAR Advertising to talk about how to overcome the fear of cold calling. Great advice and tips are shared - a must tune in episode!