http://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuseRevolutionary Muse is a weekly radio program about daring to dream big, opening our minds to the vast opportunity for change, and rebelling against limiting beliefs in every aspect of our lives. Each week, catalysts of personal revolutions will share their ideas, practical tips, and stories wrought with adventure, truth, laughter and “aha” moments.enCopyright revolutionary muse (C/O Blogtalkradio)Tue, 25 Jun 2019 08:00:00 GMTTue, 23 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMTBusinessBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/8c73122e-4886-44b8-a164-528d6f488624revolutionarymuselogo.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuseRevolutionary Muse is a weekly radio program about daring to dream big, opening our minds to the vast opportunity for change, and rebelling against limiting beliefs in every aspect of our lives. Each week, catalysts of personal revolutions will share their ideas, practical tips, and stories wrought with adventure, truth, laughter and “aha” moments.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.combusiness,entrepreneur,inspiration,change,dreams,economy,goals,retail,business tips,wealth creationRevolutionary MusenoRevolutionary Muse is a weekly radio program about daring to dream big, opening our minds to the vast opportunity for change, and rebelling against limiting belepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/23/COOKING-UP-BETTER-BUSINESS-RELATIONSHIPSBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/23/COOKING-UP-BETTER-BUSINESS-RELATIONSHIPS/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/23/COOKING-UP-BETTER-BUSINESS-RELATIONSHIPSTue, 23 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMTCOOKING UP BETTER BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPSBuilding on our previous show’s relationship theme, this week we’re going to talk about mending business relationships. Our guest is LINDA WYNER, owner of “Pans on Fire”, a gourmet cookware retail store located in Pleasanton, California. Pans on Fire also has a food studio where they offer a whole host of themed cooking classes. One in particular caught our eye. Linda brings leadership teams into her kitchen to learn how to create a great feast, while addressing what’s cooking with their relationships. Tune in to get a taste of Linda’s clever approach to team building.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenobusiness relationships,team building,communication,cooking,cookwareBuilding on our previous show’s relationship theme, this week we’re going to talk about mending business relationships. Our guest is LINDA WYNER, owner of “Panhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/16/SUCCESSFUL-STRATEGIES-FOR-THE-HEART-SOULBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/16/SUCCESSFUL-STRATEGIES-FOR-THE-HEART-SOUL/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/16/SUCCESSFUL-STRATEGIES-FOR-THE-HEART-SOULTue, 16 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMTSUCCESSFUL STRATEGIES FOR THE HEART & SOULNot sure what to expect in today’s world of dating? Or maybe you’ve been playing the field with little success. This week’s guest is SHERYL SPANGLER, certified relationship coach, professional matchmaker, and owner of Heart & Soul Matchmaking. Sheryl’s approach to relationship coaching is strategic, insightful, and it works! Tune in as we explore this spectacular coach’s surefire method for making dreams come true. REVOLUTIONARY MUSE LISTENERS GET A 30 MINUTE COMPLIMENTARY RELATIONSHIP COACHING SESSION WITH SHERYL JUST BY MENTIONING YOU HEARD THE SHOW!01:00:00Revolutionary Musenorelationship coaching,matchmaking,dating,partners,loveNot sure what to expect in today’s world of dating? Or maybe you’ve been playing the field with little success. This week’s guest is SHERYL SPANGLER, certifiehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/09/WEALTH-CREATION-MORE-MIND-THAN-MATTERBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/09/WEALTH-CREATION-MORE-MIND-THAN-MATTER/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/09/WEALTH-CREATION-MORE-MIND-THAN-MATTERTue, 09 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT"WEALTH CREATION -- MORE MIND THAN MATTER"DOWNLOAD SHOW AND HEAR ABOUT SPECIAL LIMITED OFFER AVAILABLE TO REVOLUTIONARY MUSE LISTENERS!Ever wonder why some people seem to have the Midas Touch, and others don’t? This week we’re talking about what it takes to create wealth. Our guest, CATHERINE RIDDICK, is the owner of Xponent Group, a full service CPA firm that also offers financial coaching to support business owners in achieving their financial goals. Catherine offers a workshop called “Secrets of Successful High Earners”. The workshop was designed by best-selling author and money coach, Barbara Stanny and helps participants break through the barriers to wealth creation. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenowealth creation,Barbara Stanny,money mindset,women and money,high earnersDOWNLOAD SHOW AND HEAR ABOUT SPECIAL LIMITED OFFER AVAILABLE TO REVOLUTIONARY MUSE LISTENERS!Ever wonder why some people seem to have the Midas Touch, and otherhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/02/ART-Necessity-or-LuxuryBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/02/ART-Necessity-or-Luxury/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/06/02/ART-Necessity-or-LuxuryTue, 02 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMT"ART -- Necessity or Luxury"When finances force us to make decisions between necessities and luxuries, in many minds art tends to fall in the luxury category. But what do we sacrifice when we underestimate the role art plays in the nourishment of our soul? Our guest this week is REED MCMILLAN, a highly accomplished art and design professional who masterfully creates opportunities for artists to get their work in front of the consumer. Currently working with the Architectural Digest Home Design Show held each March in New York City, Reed offers a professional platform for the work of studio artists, as well as upscale home décor businesses. Join us as we explore the personal and societal value of artistic creation, and the practical business of art.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenoart,business,art promotion,creation,economyWhen finances force us to make decisions between necessities and luxuries, in many minds art tends to fall in the luxury category. But what do we sacrifice whhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/04/21/putting-zing-in-your-bottom-lineBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/04/21/putting-zing-in-your-bottom-line/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/04/21/putting-zing-in-your-bottom-lineTue, 21 Apr 2009 01:00:00 GMTPUTTING ZING IN YOUR BOTTOM LINEIn today’s world of price slashing and “Going Out of Business” sales, at the end of the day how can a business earn a profit? As this week’s guest, MAGGIE BAYLESS will talk with us about how Zingerman’s has packaged and shares their proven business philosophy, via ZINGTRAIN. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenozingermans,profit,small business,entrepreneur,moneyIn today’s world of price slashing and “Going Out of Business” sales, at the end of the day how can a business earn a profit? As this week’s guest, MAGGIE BAYhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/31/growth-by-community-zingermans-recipe-for-successBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/31/growth-by-community-zingermans-recipe-for-success/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/31/growth-by-community-zingermans-recipe-for-successTue, 31 Mar 2009 01:00:00 GMTGROWTH BY COMMUNITY -- ZINGERMAN'S RECIPE FOR SUCCESSSmart, savvy, energetic, fun, all describe Ari Weinzweig, co-founder of Zingerman’s, an Ann Arbor Michigan “institution”. As our guest on this week’s Revolutionary Muse, Ari will talk about the unique ingredients of his business model that has built this award-winning specialty food business into a $36 million enterprise, and it doesn’t end there. 01:00:00Revolutionary MusenoZcoB,small business growth,community building,high growth,unique business modelSmart, savvy, energetic, fun, all describe Ari Weinzweig, co-founder of Zingerman’s, an Ann Arbor Michigan “institution”. As our guest on this week’s Revolutiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/24/sneek-peek-at-trends-trends-more-trendsBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/24/sneek-peek-at-trends-trends-more-trends/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/24/sneek-peek-at-trends-trends-more-trendsTue, 24 Mar 2009 01:00:00 GMTSNEAK PEEK AT TRENDS, TRENDS & MORE TRENDSWe’re coming live to you this week from the International Home & Housewares Show at McCormick Place. This show is the largest homegoods and housewares marketplace in the world showcasing thousands of new products and designs. In attendance will be over 60,000 professional attendees, over 2,000 exhibitors from over 30 countries, more than 16,000 U.S. buyers and 7,000 international buyers from 100 countries on 6 continents. We’ll be sharing the latest product, design and color trends forecasted by the industry’s top designers. Join us for a great evening. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenoretail,product trends,design trends,color trends,housewaresWe’re coming live to you this week from the International Home & Housewares Show at McCormick Place. This show is the largest homegoods and housewares marketplhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/17/Realtor-With-a-Knack-for-a-NicheBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/17/Realtor-With-a-Knack-for-a-Niche/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/17/Realtor-With-a-Knack-for-a-NicheTue, 17 Mar 2009 01:00:00 GMT"Realtor With a Knack for a Niche"When the going gets tough, the tough get clever. This week’s guest is MELISSA BUDAK, a very clever Realtor with Smother’s Realty Group of La Grange, Illinois. With an eye towards the needs of her clients and the opportunities of the market place, Melissa is hosting the first ever LA GRANGE CONDO CRAWL on April 4th. Designed to offer a chance for participants to experience the urban amenities offered by four condo/townhouse properties in the downtown La Grange business district, the Crawl features alternatives for those who need a change, recognize the pricing advantages in today’s market, but aren’t quite ready to make the leap to the big city. Join us as we explore Melissa’s take on the current real estate market.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenourban living,real estate market,housing,condo living,real estate marketingWhen the going gets tough, the tough get clever. This week’s guest is MELISSA BUDAK, a very clever Realtor with Smother’s Realty Group of La Grange, Illinois.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/03/POMP-CIRCUMSTANCE-OF-THE-TIMESBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/03/POMP-CIRCUMSTANCE-OF-THE-TIMES/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/03/03/POMP-CIRCUMSTANCE-OF-THE-TIMESTue, 03 Mar 2009 02:00:00 GMT"POMP & CIRCUMSTANCE OF THE TIMES"Reports show that the Class of 2009 College grads will face the greatest challenge in finding job prospects in the last 15 years. We’ve asked WES FRENCH, an upcoming graduate of Northern Illinois University to join us to talk about his expectations for work following graduation day. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenocollege graduate,job search,career planning,Class of 2009,economyReports show that the Class of 2009 College grads will face the greatest challenge in finding job prospects in the last 15 years. We’ve asked WES FRENCH, an uphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/02/24/STIMULUS-BILL-101Businesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/02/24/STIMULUS-BILL-101/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/02/24/STIMULUS-BILL-101Tue, 24 Feb 2009 02:00:00 GMTSTIMULUS BILL 101Are we the only ones who don't understand the Stimulus Bill, but feel that we should? It's just too important not to know the bill's expectations and how it is likely to impact us. So we've asked BRYAN HOLSTROM, Revolutionary Muse's resident financial guru to bring us up to speed on the Stimulus Bill. You will recall that Bryan is a highly regarded Investment Advisor with Paragon Advisors, LLC in Naperville, Illinois. He was a guest on the show last October and filled us in on the economic crisis that was just rearing its ugly head at that time. Now we're asking him to help us to understand President Obama's fix for our economic woes. Join us Monday to educate yourself on what is sure to be a chapter in U.S. economic history, regardless of the outcome. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenoeconomy,stimulus bill,recession,finance,entrepreneurAre we the only ones who don't understand the Stimulus Bill, but feel that we should? It's just too important not to know the bill's expectations and how it ishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/02/03/Players-Please-Theatre-A-Work-of-HeArtBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/02/03/Players-Please-Theatre-A-Work-of-HeArt/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/02/03/Players-Please-Theatre-A-Work-of-HeArtTue, 03 Feb 2009 02:00:00 GMTPlayers, Please Theatre -- A Work of HeArtIt’s one thing to be dedicated to your own dream, but when your dream gives others the chance to realize their dreams, you’re on a path to greatness. PLAYERS, PLEASE THEATRE is a young, fun, talented theatre company that takes modern and classic works and puts their own creative spin on them. The result – refreshing, thought-provoking, and much-needed live theatre. At the same time, the theatre offers opportunities for future actors, directors, stage designers, and playwrights to realize their own vision. Join us as we talk about the back story with theatre founder and Executive Director, Patrick Newson.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenolive theater,Players Please Theatre,fine arts,theater career,entrepreneurIt’s one thing to be dedicated to your own dream, but when your dream gives others the chance to realize their dreams, you’re on a path to greatness. PLAYERS, Phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/27/Career-Decisions-Never-Say-NeverBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/27/Career-Decisions-Never-Say-Never/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/27/Career-Decisions-Never-Say-NeverTue, 27 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT"Career Decisions -- Never Say Never"What do you do when you find that the career you’ve enjoyed for 30 years no longer excites you? Rather than do what so many have done and stick with it anyway, Curtis Calvert made a life altering change designed to keep the fires burning. Join us to hear about Curtis' decision to leave his occupation as a successful attorney and enroll in Rush Presbyterian’s School of Nursing.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenocareer change,following dream,career decision,life change,nursingWhat do you do when you find that the career you’ve enjoyed for 30 years no longer excites you? Rather than do what so many have done and stick with it anywayhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/20/Living-The-American-Dream-a-Dream-Come-TrueBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/20/Living-The-American-Dream-a-Dream-Come-True/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/20/Living-The-American-Dream-a-Dream-Come-TrueTue, 20 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT"Living The American Dream -- a Dream Come TrueDescription: HILARY DECENT is a British-born free lance journalist who pursued her dream all the way across the pond. Her blog, “Living the American Dream” is written from the perspective of her newly found residency in Naperville, Illinois, and shares humorous observations of daily life in America. A frequent contributor to the Naperville Sun, Hilary’s adventures started with her and her husband’s trip around the world, and a determination not to let life pass them by. Tune in to hear delightful insights and ideas from Hilary. 01:00:00Revolutionary MusenoAmerican Dream,Journalist,blogging,British-born,perspectiveDescription: HILARY DECENT is a British-born free lance journalist who pursued her dream all the way across the pond. Her blog, “Living the American Dream” ishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/13/Shifting-Shoppers-AttitudeBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/13/Shifting-Shoppers-Attitude/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/13/Shifting-Shoppers-AttitudeTue, 13 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMTShifting Shopper's AttitudeWe're interested in whether consumers and retailers see a shift in shopping attitudes that may affect the retail industry in the year ahead. Our guests are a retailer, an avid shopper, and an online shopper. Joining us tonight is Mary Beal, an administrator for a small local architect firm that conducts building plan examinations, reviews, and inspections for more than 22 local municipalities, and Mary is quite the avid shopper. Joel Berman is owner of a highly acclaimed Chicago architect firm, Joel Berman Architecture and Design specializing in helping small business startups get up and running quickly. Businesses like Chicago Bucktown’s Chocolate Grape, Urbanest, and The Runners Edge are just a few of the cool urban businesses on Joel’s client roster. Joel’s on the show tonight because he is an online shopper extraordinaire. And, representing the retailer’s perspective, we are honored to have the executive editor of HomeWorldBusiness Magazine, Bill McLoughlin. HomeWorldBusiness is the leading business-to-business publication for the housewares industry providing up-to-the-minute news analysis, in-depth trend reporting, full-color merchandising coverage, and exclusive industry statistics. Tune in to hear a lively conversation and intriguing predictions for spending behaviors in 2009.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenoconsumer spending,retail,shopping,spending behaviors,2009 predictionsWe're interested in whether consumers and retailers see a shift in shopping attitudes that may affect the retail industry in the year ahead. Our guests are a rhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/06/gotta-goBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/06/gotta-go/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2009/01/06/gotta-goTue, 06 Jan 2009 02:00:00 GMT"Gotta GO"In celebration of January as “Get Organized Month” or “GO Month”, we will be talking about making positive life changes. Just by making minimal changes, we can relieve a great deal of the anxiety. Joining us this week are a couple of very clever entrepreneurs. Amber Kostelny-Cussen is a certified professional organizer and the owner of AMBER'S ORGANIZING specializing in residential and small business organizing systems. With Amber will be Stacy Schuler-Wettstein owner of WITHIN YOUR REACH, a home organization company offering space design services and professional installation of organization solutions. Amber and Stacy will talk about why productivity and organization has evolved into a big business these days. And we may even get them to share a couple of their secrets to clearing the mental and physical clutter that tends to get in the way of achieving what we really want. 01:00:00Revolutionary MusenoGet Organized Month,professional organizers,time savers,productivity,focus and controlIn celebration of January as “Get Organized Month” or “GO Month”, we will be talking about making positive life changes. Just by making minimal changes, we canhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/30/Life-With-a-Psychic-GiftBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/30/Life-With-a-Psychic-Gift/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/30/Life-With-a-Psychic-GiftTue, 30 Dec 2008 02:00:00 GMT"Life With a Psychic Gift"Belief in psychic phenomena is widespread in the United States. A 2005 Gallup poll revealed that 41 percent of Americans believe in extra-sensory perception. This week’s guest, LINDA CAHAN, owns a successful visual merchandising consultancy assisting retailers throughout the world to put their best face forward. However, Linda’s unique talents don’t end there. She is also an intuitive psychic counselor and healer. Join us to learn about living life with a psychic gift. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenopsychic counseling,energy healing,visual merchandising,retail,unique skillsBelief in psychic phenomena is widespread in the United States. A 2005 Gallup poll revealed that 41 percent of Americans believe in extra-sensory perception.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/16/HYDE-AND-SEEK-A-WINNING-PHILOSOPHYBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/16/HYDE-AND-SEEK-A-WINNING-PHILOSOPHY/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/16/HYDE-AND-SEEK-A-WINNING-PHILOSOPHYTue, 16 Dec 2008 02:00:00 GMT"HYDE AND SEEK - A WINNING PHILOSOPHY"This week we share an inspirational story of the combined power of entrepreneurial drive and heartfelt compassion. Patricia Cimino will talk with us about the moving experience that sparked her desire to launch her handbag business, Hyde Bags. Many of us think that giving back involves writing a check to our favorite charity. But to Patricia, giving back is an integral part of her business philosophy. Tune in to hear how this social entrepreneur is making a difference with style.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenofashion,social entrepreneur,Argentina,giving backThis week we share an inspirational story of the combined power of entrepreneurial drive and heartfelt compassion. Patricia Cimino will talk with us about thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/09/CREATING-HEALTH-WEALTHBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/09/CREATING-HEALTH-WEALTH/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/09/CREATING-HEALTH-WEALTHTue, 09 Dec 2008 02:00:00 GMTCREATING HEALTH & WEALTHThe prospect of starting a business with low overhead, or “moonlighting” to earn extra money on the side, is particularly appealing during economically challenging times. This week’s guest, Michelle Johnson will tell us about her successful network marketing-based business, Executive Marketing Group. EMG partners with an $860 million dollar, award-winning, international wellness company. The growth of her home-based marketing business has enabled Michelle to leave her job as an Assistant Principal, and for her husband Paul, to leave his as a Pharmaceutical Representative, and still earn a substantial six-figure income. Join us to learn about this unique home and personal care product line and Michelle's alternative entrepreneurial business model.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenonetwork marketing,health and wellness,entrepreneur,wealth creation,sales and marketingThe prospect of starting a business with low overhead, or “moonlighting” to earn extra money on the side, is particularly appealing during economically challenghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/02/PAWS-For-ThoughtBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/02/PAWS-For-Thought/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/12/02/PAWS-For-ThoughtTue, 02 Dec 2008 02:00:00 GMTPAWS For ThoughtPAWS Chicago (Pets Are Worth Saving), the city's largest No Kill humane organization, finds new homes for thousands of homeless pets each year. Our guest, Deborah Chapman, Director of Development for PAWS, will share with us how this non-profit group has gained the attention and access to the pocket books of donors by using creativity and ingenuity…even capturing the attention of Oprah. From the high profile events of the black tie “FUR BALL”, and the “angel with tails” pet adoptions at major retailers, to the educational resources and tips on pet adoptions and spaying clinics, PAWS has grown from a fully volunteer grassroots organization to a nationally recognized model for the humane treatment of cats and dogs. They are fast on their way to solving the challenge of the city’s homeless pet problem. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenonon-profit,marketing,adoptions,pets,fund raising tipsPAWS Chicago (Pets Are Worth Saving), the city's largest No Kill humane organization, finds new homes for thousands of homeless pets each year. Our guest, Debohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/25/Life-Beyond-the-Red-DoorBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/25/Life-Beyond-the-Red-Door/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/25/Life-Beyond-the-Red-DoorTue, 25 Nov 2008 02:00:00 GMTLife Beyond the Red DoorNo one has to live with cancer alone. That is one of the key philosophies behind Gilda’s Club, a haven of support for men, women, and children diagnosed with cancer, and those families and friends who love and support them. Through a multitude of programs and activities designed to build social, emotional, and informational support, Gilda’s Club is a community in which members not only receive support, but also give support to one another...all at no cost to the members. Gilda’s Club Chicago CEO, Laura Jane Hyde, shares with us this wonderful community and the challenges she overcomes to fund the Club’s vast offerings completely by donations. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenonon profit,cancer support,fund raising,Gilda Radner,communityNo one has to live with cancer alone. That is one of the key philosophies behind Gilda’s Club, a haven of support for men, women, and children diagnosed with chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/18/Booking-It-Chicago-StyleBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/18/Booking-It-Chicago-Style/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/18/Booking-It-Chicago-StyleTue, 18 Nov 2008 02:00:00 GMT"Booking It Chicago Style"“The way I am different from other publishers is that editorial is not the main thing that excites me, building the business is.” Sharon Woodhouse founded Chicago-based Lake Claremont Press, a small, independent, niche publisher specializing in everything Chicago. It wasn’t that her lifelong dream was to become a publisher, she just wanted to start a business. So in 1994, she set out to do just that. Against all odds and with no experience in the publishing industry, Sharon has built her business into a highly touted publishing house featured in hundreds of media outlets throughout the world including, CNN, NPR, BBC, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Join us as Sharon recounts her gutsy adventure to stand shoulder-to-shoulder amongst the industry’s media giants.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenopublishing,Chicago,entrepreneur,inspiration,Lake Claremont Press“The way I am different from other publishers is that editorial is not the main thing that excites me, building the business is.” Sharon Woodhouse founded Chichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/11/No-More-Business-As-UsualBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/11/No-More-Business-As-Usual/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/11/No-More-Business-As-UsualTue, 11 Nov 2008 02:00:00 GMT"No More Business As Usual"In 1999 Alline Anderson and her husband, Kurt, decided to try to walk the environmental talk and relocated from a live-work loft space in Berkeley, California to a strawbale home in the Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage located in the plains of northeastern Missouri. Today, Alline is the proprietor and self-proclaimed “Top Banana” of the Milkweed Mercantile a green retreat-like complex that houses an eco-inn, organic café, a general store and an online store offering eco-friendly products that are designed to lessen the impact on the earth, while delighting the senses. As our guest, Alline will share what inspired her and her husband to make such a dramatic lifestyle change to the ecovillage in Missouri, how her life has changed since their move, the unique business model of the mercantile, and her take on the change in attitude towards an eco-conscious culture. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenoeco-friendly,green entrepreneur,inspiration,change,alternative lifestyleIn 1999 Alline Anderson and her husband, Kurt, decided to try to walk the environmental talk and relocated from a live-work loft space in Berkeley, California thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/04/The-Choice-Can-Be-YoursBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/04/The-Choice-Can-Be-Yours/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/11/04/The-Choice-Can-Be-YoursTue, 04 Nov 2008 02:00:00 GMT"The Choice Can Be Yours!"Destiny is a funny thing. You can either let things happen to you, or make things happen for you. This week's guest, Meg Laundry, Managing Partner of Chicago-based staffing company, Smart Resources, Inc., will talk about the realities in the job market today, and how those who are looking to make a change or find themselves in need of making a change, can position themselves for the very best opportunities. Meg has 20+ years in the staffing business and is one of the owners of Smart Resources, a highly successful Chicago firm providing permanent placement and temporary staffing services for many of the top businesses in the Chicago land area. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenojob,change,career,recruiting,successDestiny is a funny thing. You can either let things happen to you, or make things happen for you. This week's guest, Meg Laundry, Managing Partner of Chicago-http://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/28/Milk-That-CowBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/28/Milk-That-Cow/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/28/Milk-That-CowTue, 28 Oct 2008 01:00:00 GMT"Milk That Cow!"Are you making the most of the relationships you have built over time? Are you getting the most out of the situations that develop with your business? If not, then you need to learn how to “milk that cow!” This week’s guest, Reverend Coach Queen Arlene will share some great tips on how to leverage relationships and situations so that not only do you benefit, but everybody involved benefits. Arlene is a life coach with tremendous energy, straight-talk, and wonderfully keen ideas on how to recognize and act on opportunities that are often right in front of us, but that we frequently miss. Join us for this fun, priceless discussion. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenomotivation,leverage,sales,relationships,entrepreneurAre you making the most of the relationships you have built over time? Are you getting the most out of the situations that develop with your business? If nothttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/21/The-Ultimate-in-Who-You-KnowBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/21/The-Ultimate-in-Who-You-Know/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/21/The-Ultimate-in-Who-You-KnowTue, 21 Oct 2008 01:00:00 GMT"The Ultimate in Who You Know"Every job loss in America could be a new entrepreneur in the making. We are going to see the entrepreneurial sector explode and we need to do everything we can to help them succeed. One of the greatest challenges they will face will be finding the right professional resources to help them build their companies - - from web designers, graphic designers, photographers and printers to lawyers, accountants and interns. Up until now that search has hinged on referrals and out and out luck. The mantra has been “I know someone who knows someone”. That is not good enough. Now there is finally a resource that will revolutionize the way entrepreneurs find their people! It’s called the Big Ooga™. Lennie Rose, CEO of the Big Ooga, will be this week’s guest and talk about the upcoming launch of her pre-qualified, talent pool of treasured resources. Think of it as an Angie’s List for entrepreneurial talent. You do not want to miss this discussion! 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenopeople,resources,entrepreneur,succeed,talentEvery job loss in America could be a new entrepreneur in the making. We are going to see the entrepreneurial sector explode and we need to do everything we canhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/14/Mission-Possible-Caring-for-the-CaregiverBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/14/Mission-Possible-Caring-for-the-Caregiver/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/14/Mission-Possible-Caring-for-the-CaregiverTue, 14 Oct 2008 01:00:00 GMTMission Possible -- Caring for the CaregiverSo you’re raising two teenagers, caring for an ailing father and an ailing mother-in-law, and let’s not forget grandma. You find yourself at wits end more often than not. The good and not so good news is that you’re not alone. The better news is that we’ve got somebody who can help you get your life back. Dr. Cheryl Woodson is a working wife, the mother of teenagers, a doctor, an educator, an eldercare consultant, a businesswoman and an author. She also holds a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo. In her medical practice, Dr. Woodson specializes in the care of older adults, people who take care of older adults, and people who want to live to be older adults by aging excellently!! Tune in to hear Dr. Woodson’s perspective on how to survive caregiving and lead the life you deserve. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenocaregiving,aging population,inspiration,aging excellently,hopeSo you’re raising two teenagers, caring for an ailing father and an ailing mother-in-law, and let’s not forget grandma. You find yourself at wits end more oftehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/07/Financial-Ignorance-Is-Not-BlissBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/07/Financial-Ignorance-Is-Not-Bliss/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/10/07/Financial-Ignorance-Is-Not-BlissTue, 07 Oct 2008 01:00:00 GMTFinancial Ignorance Is Not BlissWhen economic uncertainty rears its ugly head, key decisions are often made on impulse without all of the facts. This week's guest, Bryan Holstrom, will shed a bright light on what's happening in the world of finance, and how to best respond during these turbulent times. A highly regarded Investment Advisor with Paragon Advisors, LLC in Naperville, Illinois, Bryan has more than 23 years in the investment business. His expertise has helped countless clients weather the financial fronts and come out ahead. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenoinvestments,finances,financial planning,decision-making,riskWhen economic uncertainty rears its ugly head, key decisions are often made on impulse without all of the facts. This week's guest, Bryan Holstrom, will shed ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/30/It-Takes-a-VillageBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/30/It-Takes-a-Village/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/30/It-Takes-a-VillageTue, 30 Sep 2008 01:00:00 GMTIt Takes a VillageJayne Ertel and Heidi Vance, proprietors of Team Blonde Jewelry, not only became successful entrepreneurs, but rallied the entire business community to create a thriving boutique shopping experience that rivals neighboring communities. See how these two clever, inspiring entrepreneurs leveraged their money-making talents to achieve success for themselves while benefiting the business community at large. 01:00:00Revolutionary Musenogoals,inspiration,dreams,change,teamworkJayne Ertel and Heidi Vance, proprietors of Team Blonde Jewelry, not only became successful entrepreneurs, but rallied the entire business community to create ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/23/Seeking-the-Write-RoadBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/23/Seeking-the-Write-Road/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/23/Seeking-the-Write-RoadTue, 23 Sep 2008 01:00:00 GMTSeeking the Write RoadFrom writing winning briefs to writing successful bestsellers, Laura Caldwell, author and attorney, will talk about how life takes different paths and the courage it takes to follow your passion.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenogoals,inspiration,dreams,business tips,changeFrom writing winning briefs to writing successful bestsellers, Laura Caldwell, author and attorney, will talk about how life takes different paths and the courahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/16/Oh-Yes-You-CanBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/16/Oh-Yes-You-Can/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/revolutionarymuse/2008/09/16/Oh-Yes-You-CanTue, 16 Sep 2008 01:00:00 GMTOh Yes You Can!!Co-hosts JoAnne Stone-Geier and Sue Reardon debut their weekly radio show. This week Leigh Jones, Chicago Gold Coast Stylist, talks about his life's journey and lessons learned, including working with Oprah before she became OPRAH.01:00:00Revolutionary Musenoachievement,inspiration,dreams,business tips,goalsCo-hosts JoAnne Stone-Geier and Sue Reardon debut their weekly radio show. This week Leigh Jones, Chicago Gold Coast Stylist, talks about his life's journey and