Behind the Review
Episodes
Using Pies as the Vessel for Important Conversations
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you create a business for the community, it’s the community that can make you successful-even when you open during a pandemic. Natasha Burton, ...
Creating and Inspiring Confidence Through a Business Model
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Building a business where people go to feel inspired and confident is much easier said than done. Replicating and franchising that concept, all while ...
The Business of Creating a Cultural Exchange
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Creating a business isn’t always about the endgame of selling a product. For Clinton Jones, owner of Magnum Opus Hair Salon in D.C., it’s about cr...
Living Up to Your Online Reputation
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some businesses are centered around a great product - others are about dependability, reliability and honesty. A great locksmith focuses on the latter...
Turning a Passion Into a Product
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having a product worth waiting in line for is something many business owners aim for - knowing that what you’re offering is worth both a consumer’...
Overnight Success Takes Ten Years
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“The celebration is still on. Your birthday doesn’t care that it’s COVID.” In this week’s episode, we talk to Mignon Francois, owner of the ...
Ownership Mentality & Meaningful Customer Relationships
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to selling a luxury product, it’s important to cultivate a relationship with your consumer and understand their motivations. Viviana ...
Great Leadership Takes Hard Work...And Pays Off
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Being a great leader doesn’t come naturally to many - however, as a business owner you are thrown into a leadership role. Josh Campbell, owner of Re...
Hidden Gems: A Business Owner and a Reviewer’s Guide
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Curating an inventory of hidden gems and quality antique pieces takes time, thought and a keen eye. On this week’s episode, we talk with Krisi Hora,...
Relentless Hospitality
07 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The pandemic has had an impact on all businesses - small, large, restaurants, fitness studios, nail salons, etc. We talked with the minds behind Cali ...
Making Something Memorable
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Delivering a truly unique and memorable experience is rare. It takes an exceptional amount of thought, time, business acumen, and maybe a little bit o...
Road To The First Review
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Honesty may seem like an obvious pillar for business owners to follow, but it’s not always a given. This week we have our first home services busine...
It's How You Make Them Feel
03 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Making people feel special can be challenging. It’s a tough personal goal and an even tougher business goal. The Sparkle Bar, a makeup studio in Sco...
Purpose Matters
19 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Businesses with rooted values show intention and authenticity, and consumers appreciate that. This week, Chris Goode, founder of Ruby Jean’s—a Kan...
It’s In The Details
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nic Faitos spent 15 years in finance before he decided to open a flower shop. Marla Frezza, full-time foodie, part-time cook, was the lucky recipient ...