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Negotiation: Mentorship

Finding leaders in your field that can help guide you is the essence of mentorship. Seeking inspiration from others can be transformational when it comes to achieving your business goals. If you are looking for strategies to find a mentor or would like to strengthen your relationship with your current one, this is the episode for you.

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Negotiation: Total Compensation

There are so many costs associated with work other than the work itself. Childcare, food, mental health, travel expenses, and more are all aspects you should consider when figuring out your total compensation needs. To make sure you’re getting taken care of on all fronts before committing to a new job or project, Cate and Kalilah share details worth thinking about.

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Negotiation: Leveraging Opportunity

“You are providing something of value. What are getting in return?” As Cate and Kalilah said before, employers come to you for a reason, so never walk away from hard work empty-handed. Not only can opportunities yield a great payout, but there are also other ways to leverage opportunities. Think about being able to grow your network, or expand your leadership role(s), for example. Gain insights on how to maximize your work experiences in this installment of the series.

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Negotiation: Know Your Worth

Employers want you for a reason. Be it your creativity, expertise, knowledge, or all the above, your work is valuable. As Cate says, “time is money for all of us,” so do not waste your time with people or companies that won’t compensate you fairly. Learn how to recognize your worth and strategies for healthy boundary setting in this second episode.

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Negotiation: Strategy

Cate and Kalilah have had wildly different paths to their current positions, but they share common values in ensuring you not only get what you want but stay true to yourself in the process. In this conversation, they focus on specific tactics and mindsets to employ when walking into negotiations recognizing the power and position within your lived experience.

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Business Continuity Planning

Planning for not only the start of your business but also the longevity of it is equally as important. In this six-part series, join the Bremer Bank team in figuring out your business’ continuity plan from learning about loans, navigating uncertainty, and insurance. No matter where your business is, it is always crucial to think about the future, and this series is meant to help you do just that.

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SBA Loans

Some of the best financing options for starting a business come from taking out a small business loan, otherwise known as SBA loans. It can be tricky to fully understand all the terms and conditions of these loans, which is why Kim Ellingson of Bremer Bank is here to help! Tune in to this episode to learn if SBA loans are the right choice for you and your business.

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Instant Approval Loans

Instant Approval Loans can be really helpful when you don’t want to go through a long, drawn-out approval process for other types of financing options, but there are definitely aspects to consider before going this route. Join Bremer Bank’s Sarah Kinkeade in discussing key questions you should ask yourself before clicking “approve now.

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Obtaining a Loan during Times of Uncertainty

If COVID has taught us anything, it is that we can overcome challenges and accomplish great things. As much as we may try to prepare, there will always be times of uncertainty that we must work through. For business owners, sometimes finding the capital to keep your business afloat is what you need. Tune into this episode to learn how to weather uncertainty and plan for the future of your business.

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Managing Transactional Risk

Figuring out how to manage risk goes hand-in-hand with managing times of uncertainty. Coming up with a plan to combat risk is essential when creating a strong business. In this episode, Perla Kruse tackles the world of cybersecurity and the ways you can protect your business against fraud and other sorts of transactional risks.

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Insurance Coverage and Costs

Adding an extra layer to your business' protection plan is always a good idea, which is why there are all sorts of business-specific insurance plans that can work for your unique needs. Insurance is a key part of keeping your business growing when something unexpected happens. In this last episode of the series, join Commercial Insurance Advisor Rachel Werdin in dissecting insurance rates, coverage options, plan flexibility, and most importantly: what options are best for you.

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Introduction to Business Finance

Brush up on your financial literacy and business finance knowledge in this 3-part series led by Dionne Gumbs, CEO and founder of GenEQTY. When building and maintaining any business, making smart financial decisions and knowing how to raise capital is essential. Get ready to learn fundamental financial concepts and strategies to keep your finances in check when building your business!

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Startup Funding

The world of startup funding is complex, but is made easier to understand in this part of the series. Dionne takes you through various types of fundraising strategies, from loans to different types of investment methods. By the end of this episode, you will know how to seek the capital you need to jumpstart your business.

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Cash Flow Basics

Any money that goes out must come back in, right? This is the basic idea of cash flow, but it is actually a bit more complex. Learn all the essential components of managing your cash flow to become profitable and successful in this last episode of the Intro to Business Finance series.

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