January is about honouring the spirit of success

Happy new year...here is wishing you and yours a year of abundance, success, health, joy and peace.

On behalf of all of us involved with the Small Business Big Ideas Show...Jennifer Hough, Garth Riley, Daryl Maclean and myself we wish you nothing but the best.

Below is the line-up for January and also a video link our updated clock set to EST. and also a gift from Michel Neray from the Essential Message.


Our commitment:

We are really kick starting 2009 in fine style. Our commitment to you the listener is to give you radio that inspires, that gets you geared up into taking action. You can almost sense that this is the year to get into action, to make the planet a better place to be. I know I am motivated by that notion...in my religious background we call it "Tikkun Olam" which means it's up to us to mend the world...to leave it a better place from the time we're born to the time we take our last breath.

Breath...means to "Inspire" to breathe life into something...and that's what we are all here to do. We are the ones we've been waiting for. It's time to make this planet a place to be proud of...to make it the best place it can be. No more greed, but equality, prosperity, health and joy and peace!

Our shows reflect this kind of message. Are you on board? Are you ready to be a part of what we're doing on the show? Are you ready to spread the word about it and let others know to listen?

We need your help to get the message out that we have a very positive show, that makes a difference. Don't keep the show a secret, let it out. We offer you 3 ways to tune in...online ...live at www.ckdo.ca or on air at 1580 AM and 107.7 FM and via our pod casts on our website at www.smallbusinessbigideas.com.

Spread the word...and enjoy the line-up we have in store for you.

Best wishes...

David Cohen
Host and Big Ideas Guy
Small Business Big Ideas Show



January 4th: We kick the month off with a look at getting organized. Lurlene Anderson from Organize your world gives us some tips to get organized in our lives and businesses...She's going to work some magic in terms of getting on track for 2009...log onto http://www.organizeyourworld.ca to learn more about Lurlene and her work...

Then we've got a brilliant round table with two phenomenal women. Justine Willis Toms is an author, speaker and broadcaster and heads up an organization called www.newdimensions.org
and Reverand Mary Manin Morrisey https://www.lifesoulutions.com/ Mary is a leader in new thought and will team up in this thought provoking round table with Justine. We will talk about life, work, business, spirit, and where we need to be from a psychological and spiritual perspective. This will be a beautiful way to kick-off the new year.





Mary Manin Justine Willis-Toms Morrissey



January 11th:

How can you get a $200,000 investment on Dragons Den? Darryl Koster did it and he'll share his story with you. Did he accept the financing? What did he do to get buy in from the Dragons? Darryl will go one-on-one with Jennifer Hough as Jennifer fills in on this show... log onto www.busterrhinos.com to learn more about how to grab some sauce and learn about Darryl ...and after she speaks to Darryl, Jennifer has a treat in store for you as she interviews author James Redfield of the Celestine Vision. www.celestinevision.com


Jennifer and James will talk about the power of prayer and the new consciousness that is emerging and affecting us all. James is known for the best selling book series called the Celestine Prophecy. A book that was self-publised about 15 years ago that really had a profound affect on so many people. It was an awakening, a nudge on the shoulder that suggested there is another way...Jennifer and James will talk about that other way on this show.








James Redfield, author of the best selling book The Celestine Prophecy


January 18th:

We welcome local entrepreneur Lesley Roper about a local business initiative that is all about building community, building business...Log onto Lesley's new site to learn how you can grow your business, locally and with heart. http://www.smallbizhomebizunited.com/smallbizservices...

After we connect with Lesley, we connect with a very remarkable man...Raymon Grace...Raymon Grace, a native of the mountains of Virginia, has spent the past 35 years empowering folks to gain more control of their lives. His work reaches people on wide social and economic levels. With a unique and down-to-earth manner, he teaches in a style that characterizes his life. He is known as a dowser, consultant, author and Mountain Man.

Lecture tours have led him across North America, speaking to a wide variety of audiences.

His work and teaching have been used to reduce violence in schools, eliminate abuse of women and children as well as physical and mental benefits for indivduals.

He has been a guest on numerous radio talk shows including the well know "Coast to Coast AM Radio."

His work with energizing water is being used in several countries.

He has worked with law enforcement officers in both U.S. and Canada to successfully reduce violent crime. Log onto www.raymongrace.us to learn more about this very incredible thinker and teacher.

Raymon Grace



January 25th:

Your business depends on structures and process. Management consulting expert Eric Squires joins us to talk about how your processes make dollars and sense.

Then...we will tap into a movement that's starting to grow...and that is doing business consciously. We will talk to Brandon Klayman about building a business that is harmony with your soul, the planet and with our fellow man and womankind. Brandon is an expert in designing a "Conscious business" a nd will share how you can build a sustainable business well into the future. Log onto Brandon's site and tap into where the "New Economy" is headed. You're going to be enrolled, in action and inspired http://www.consciouscommerce.cc/




















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Here is Michel Neray's 3 gifts you can give yourself and the powerful questions you must ask...enjoy the tips!

The greatest gift.

Dear David,

After coaching and consulting to thousands of businesses and independent professionals, one thing I have learned is that the greatest gift you can give is the gift you give to yourself.

And the greatest gift you can give to yourself is to put yourself on the path to discover the greatest gift you have to give to others.

The greatest gift you can give to yourself is to discover the greatest gift you have to give to others.

So what does this have to do with increasing sales and building your business?

Think about it -- your greatest value as a business, CEO, employee or solution provider is inexorably linked to your greatest strength as a human being. No matter what you do, whether you are in business for yourself or you are an employee in a larger company, you are your own most valuable asset.

And so as you look forward to the coming year, consider these three life-changing thoughts:

1. The thing you do better than anyone else in the world is invisible to yourself. What do you do so brilliantly, so expertly and so naturally that you don't even realize you're doing it?

2. If you can't see it, you can't possibly place any value on it. What are you currently giving away that's more valuable than anything you are being paid for?

3. Just knowing what it is does more than build your brand and bottom line... much more. If you knew what it is, what difference would it make to your business -- and your life?

The gift of discovering your greatest gift... this is the gift I wish for you in 2009.

Essentially yours,

P.S. Membership rates for the Essential Message Bull Pen Coaching program are going up on January 1, 2009. So here's a gift... if you join any time before the end of the month, the rate increase won't affect you. Membership also gives you the monthly teleclass and all the eWorkbooks at no extra charge! Click here for more details.

The year end in review and making room for new directions this December

Happy Holidays...to one and all.

We wrap up the year in fine style...as we talk about money, technology, spirit, success, managing, trends, the local economy (Durham Region), year end holiday gift ideas and much, much more...

Have a very Happy Holidays and a peaceful, abundant, easy, joyous and healthy New Year.

David Cohen




December 7th:



We begin our year end in review as we talk web, legal and information technology. Sue Sutcliffe of a Web that works www.awebthatworks.com talks about making your site make money and getting them to keep coming back.

Then legal expert Pei-Shing Wang of www.pswlaw.ca talks about some legal issues you've got to get a handle on before 2009...


Then our technology whiz Chris Wiltshire of Currie and Wiltshire joins us in studio to talk technology, what you're business needs, how to make it work for you and what some of the critical mistakes business owners make with respect to managing their Information Technology...



The Tech Wizards at Currie and Wiltshire
www.technologymigraine.com


December 14th:

Ella from Ella's Botanicals gives us some Christmas gift ideas for our staff at work...she's a small business who's adding a little beauty to the holidays...



Kevin Murdock of Investors Group

Then we speak with investment guy Kevin Murdock of Investors Group to talk about where smart money is going...http://www.investorsgroup.com/consult/kevin.murdock/english/default.htm.

If you're a small business owner you've got to turn into this interview as Kevin has definite investment strategies you've got to be doing. You'll love Kevin's passionate, honest approach...



Then the team from the Region of Durham's Economic Development Office come by to give us an overview of what's in store for 2009...there are some surprising developments that will keep Durham Region competitive in the new year! Log onto www.durhambusiness.ca to learn more about how to tap into the riches of the Region...


December 21st:


It's the 6th Annual Holiday Extravaganza Show...and I am off...Yup...Santa needs my help...so I am off helping the elves pack the sleigh and Jennifer Hough from A Vital You drops in to host...Jennifer has a spirited show planned not sure who yet...but there's going to be music, celebration and good times ahead. Log onto www.thevitalyou.com to learn more about Jennifer and her work...





December 28th:


It's our year end wrap up show. We connect to three very interesting people...First of all my good friend and football buddy...Master Motivator Shawn Shepheard, Shawn will share some recipes for success...and how attitude determines your altitude... www.shawnshepheard.com

Shawn has some amazing stories about life, dealing with Diabetes, overcoming obstacles and how to really win.




Then...Angela Horne, Uxbridge's "Angel" drops by to share some year end predictions and discuss where we need to be in terms of matters of the heart and soul...Angela is an intuitive, photographer, artist, speaker, and life coach. Log onto www.angelahornestudio.com to learn more about this "Spirited" woman...



Angela Horne

Navigating challenging times together in November

This month in November we have some really Power packed radio shows in store...our mission is to be a positive force for our listeners, inspiring and life changing...The Small Business Big Ideas Show is on the air, Sunday mornings at 9 am on Oshawa's Oldies 107.7 FM and 1580 CKDO...or online at www.ckdo.ca or via our podcast page at www.smallbusinessbigideas.com and look up "Free Resources" and then click on "Pod Casts".





November 2nd:

Garth Riley fills in on the show this Sunday and he's got a good one. Garth is going to go one-on-one with parenting expert Barbara Coloroso to talk about raising resilient kids in challenging times...check out Barbara's site at www.kidsareworthit.com to learn more about her work and her numerous books. Plus Sandra Cousins from the Durham Home and Small Business Association is on to preview an upcoming small business event on November 5th and Judy Periera from www.consignorita.com Is by to talk about her new cool woman's consignment clothing store. Then...you're in for an awakening...as Garth interviews futurists and documentary producers Jacque Fresco and Roxanne Meadow of the Venus Project. Garth will talk about the timely nature of their ideas as discussed in the award winning Zeitgeist Addendum. Log onto www.zeitgeistmovie.com to learn more about this very fascinating couple and why their ideas and ideology is having a compelling impact on the world.





November 9th:

Our good friend and sales expert Kelly McCormick of Out Sell Yourself www.outsellyourself.com drops by to give us some very profound lessons on selling in a more competitive and challenging business environment. Kelly knows her stuff and this is a must show to help you keep the sales groove going with your client base. Plus top notch lawyer and author Tom O'Malley drops by to talk about your divorce being made easy. Also Lou Di Bianco of Isagenix talks about a network marketing business that is changing lives.





Kelly McCormick


November 16th:


We are thrilled to have author Mark Matousek on to discuss how North America is at a cross roads and his new book...about life, overcoming, living, surviving and graciously moving through some of the lifes most horrific circumstances...

Do survivors of life’s greatest trials possess a secret knowledge? Why do some people blossom through adversity while others fall apart? What mysterious power gets us back on our feet after we’ve been knocked down. The answer: viriditas, the power of drawing passion, beauty, and wisdom from the unlikeliest places. In When You’re Falling, Dive, the author examines this remarkable phenomenon. Seeking advice from well known survivors such as Joan Didion, Elie Wiesel and Isabel Allende, as well as philosophical experts like Eckhart Tolle, Jon Kabat-Zinn, and Sogyal Rinpoche, he brings twenty-five years of personal experience to the paradoxical question of how disaster can be used to awaken and transform us.

Plus Vince Pileggi drops by to talk about what it takes to open a restaurant...and Marlene Werry from the Region of Durham talks agriculture from this years Royal Winter Fair.

November 23rd:


Mark DeLeon drops by to preview what's new and hot in office gear. If you're like me and you love office gear then Mark from Avanzar is the guy for you. Log onto www.avanzar.ca to learn more. Mark has the goods you need for your office...

Plus Kiernan Antares is a gifted healer, author and a wonderful woman...www.kiernanantares.com She's helping to shift energy in individuals and helping to heal the planet...she's a true gem...and will let us know what is going on on the planet from a spiritual perspective...and if you're like a lot of us and you need to clean up your money matters then Colin Boulton from Mandlebaum-Spergel will give you some money management tips you can use to guard against bankruptcy and to help you recover faster.


November 30th:


About 15 years ago a little book made a huge impact on the worlds non-fiction scene. It was the Celestine Prophecy. We are thrilled to have author James Redfield join us to talk about life, the power of prayer on todays common stresses and concerns and what kind of world is really emerging. It will a fascinating chat with a heart felt man and author. Log onto www.celestinevision.com and join the bi-weekly prayer project ...this is life changing stuff.

Plus Madeleine Marentette from the Grail Springs Spa will talk about managing your health during the holidays and into 2009.

October is Small Business Month...a time for celebration

October is the month to celebrate being in a small business It's small business month. In fact October 19th-26th is Small Business Week in Canada.

You're going to notice a ton of conferences and events for Small Business owners all month as we celebrate what small business owners do for the country and the economy. There will be events where ever you turn. The local economic development offices are hosting them, the BDC is, the local Chambers of Commerce are and so are we.

Log onto www.businessinmotion.info and plan to attend the conference we're hosting on October 22nd, at the Oshawa Golf and Country Club.


I would love to see you out. We've got a great day of learning, networking and new connections awaiting you that day and I really encourage you to come out and be with myself, Rick Spence from Profit Magazine, Jennifer Hough from the Vital You, Tiffany St. Germain from Shop Aware, Sue Sutcliffe from A Web that works, Peter Cluff from Critical Path and Susan Scott from Full Circle Communications.








Now...since it's Small Business Month we are totally jazzed to have re-launched our website www.smallbusinessbigideas.com... It's complete with blogs, newsletters, white paper reports and podcasts of our most recent shows. Now you can listen anytime anywhere...plus interact with some great resources on our links page and also tap into our amazing advertisers. Plus, if you need to hire me or my team for coaching, and live workshops and business development sessions, then we are all systems go for that too.

We are also kicking off our 6th full season on October 5th...with a new sound, new features, and a new energy.

You can listen to weekly features on marketing, health, success, technology, money, events, the world wide web, motivation, leadership, humour, local stuff, taxes and investments and many more. Plus we will strive to bring you the best guests and interviews each week. We will be relevant, topical and central to helping you in your business.

We are the place where Small Business Owners come to learn, grow and succeed...We're your home and we are that place. The Small Business Big Ideas Show...

Here is our schedule for October and we've got some great shows.


October 5th:



Glyn Laverick is the guy behind the revitalization and ownership of the long lost Regent Theatre in Oshawa. Now not so lost as the Regent Theatre in downtown Oshawa has gone under a completer revitalization and is set to open in October with some very big acts coming to perform. We'll talk to Glyn about his journey and why Oshawa seemed like the place to invest in. Log onto www.regenttheatre.ca to learn more.



Then we will connect to Catherine Swift from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business to talk about the election and what small business should look for plus how has the downturn on Bay and Wall Street affecting small business om Main Street. Log onto www.cfib.ca to learn more


Plus we'll have Jack David from Enterprise Toronto in to preview a Small Business Conference in Toronto with the theme of "Going Green" happening on October 20th...Plus Vince Pileggi will be in to talk about what it takes to open a restaurant and we'll talk about his new venture in North Markham called Nona's.

We'll round out the show with Iain Buchanan from Liberty Tax to talk about a way you can put a few extra dollars in your pocket...and develop a very worthwhile skill...it's called Tax School and there is oppurtunity a-plenty from attending.


October 12:

Lissa Boles fills in once again and she's got a Phenomenal show...thanks to our friend Gail James we've got John Assaraf and Murray Smith from the Secret in talk about some very critical concepts that will rock your business world. John will talk about his new book the Answer that he co-wrote with his partner at One Coach, Murray Smith. Plus you can see John speak in October at the Phenomenal View live and get the goods you need to move forward with "Velocity". Log onto www.thephenomenalview.com to register...Plus Lissa will speak to Suzanne Falter-Barnes wacky alter ego Dr. Serenity Hawkfire...the very gifted tax intuitive, an Extreme Tantric Sex Instructor, animal life coach, and the popular self-help book author of Beyond Being...the only blank book in print and in audio. She will be a ton of fun on this Thanksgiving long weekend and will kick of the show from Vancouver's Fringe Festival...to talk about what colon cleansing has to do with fabulous marketing and business results...it should be a fun and very valuable show to listen too and Lissa does a great interview. To view Suzanne's website log onto www.howmuchjoycanyoustand.com



October 19th:


One of my absolute personal favourite marketing experts is Chet Holmes...this guy knows his stuff inside out. He has done marketing work with 60 of Fortune 500's top companies, he's doubled the sales for a number of his clients businesses and he's going to be in to talk about his new book the Ultimate Sales Machine. If you don't walk away with some earth shattering business development concepts then you just weren't tuning in. Log onto www.chetholmes.com to learn more...We will uncover 12 strategies to Turbo Charge your business...

Plus Lou DiBianco will talk about how to feel healthy and make money...Isagenix is leading the way as far as a healthy way to weight loss and it's got a business model that rocks.




October 26th:


Can you do what you love and make money? You bet...we will also connect with Raymond Aaron will be in as well to talk about his book Double your Income...doing what you love. This will be a very hot show. Also Lori Gaudette from the Oshawa Community Credit Union will be by to talk about the magic of the Credit Union...the Credit Union is where it's at for having a sense of community and ownership plus they put profits in members pockets...it's a good deal. Log onto www.oshawacu.com




Also our fave guest Carol Ann Walker from the Business Advisory Centre Durham will preview the Bridges to Better Business Event in Clarington on October 29th. Log onto www.bacd.ca to learn more...




Have an awesome month and remember to get out and celebrate what it is to be in business!


David Cohen

September Sizzles on the Small Business Big Ideas Show

Add a little September Sizzle...


September begins to really sizzle on the Small Business Big Ideas Show. We've got great guests cover the topics that matter, we've got our prize pack and we have a little fun with regular contributors Garth Riley and Jennifer Hough.

Here is who's on air with us this month. Enjoy the show!


Best Regards/David Cohen




September 7th:

CERAGEM...Maybe not a household name in health care products...but it should be. Lissa Boles from True Callings (www.truecallings.net) guests hosts this week and will speak with Lianne Racioppo from Ceragem in Ajax. This world wide health care product company is changing lives and improving many health issues for their clients. The patented Ceragem massage beds and products are helping those living with some serious health issues a chance to live vibrant lives. Not only that the company philosophy is very remarkable as the key cornerstones are about a business built on love, service and health. It's quite a unique company that's making a difference on the planet in a very special way. Log onto www.ceragemajax.com to learn more.



Our guest host Lissa Boles also has a very dynamic guest this week in Lisa Nichols. You know Lisa from the Secret and also co-author of two Chicken Soup for the Soul books. Lissa will go one-on-one with Lisa to talk about life, parenting, success, goals and her upcoming all day workshop at the Phenomenal View in September. Log onto www.phenomenalview.com to see how you can see Lisa Nichols live in September...and between you and I, be listening to this show for a special offer on tickets to see Lisa Nichols...just a hunch...because our good friend Gail James from the Phenomenal View is just like that...she's always giving something special to our listeners. Check out the Phenomenal View at www.phenomenalview.com to learn more about how you can see Lisa Nichols in September and then John Assaraf in October...

Check out the Phenomenal View at www.phenomenalview.com














September 14th: Direction Durham...

On September 14th we have a round table look at the Durham Economy. As the region of Durham and a few surprise guests will join us on air to look at what the vision is for the Durham Economy. Hit by rising fuel costs, challenges at GM, and change 'a' plenty we will have a fascinating chat with some of Durhams brightest and best in local government and business and discuss the Direction Durham is headed in beyond 2008. We also begin the show with a new business that opened in Ajax recently...


Whitney Collins is owner of the Durham Homeopathy Clinic...her success is based on joint venturing and forming synergistic relationships with other alternative health care providers...tune into to hear how Whitney's recipe for success is a recipe for health.



September 21st:


If you own a home, or are thinking about real estate investing then this is the show for you. Brad Wozny from Instant Real Estate Solutions... is providing real estate investors with access to investment properties, real estate investment loans and other investors looking to joint venture on real estate investment deals together. This online investing community guarantees you will find real investors, real deals and real investment money under one roof. You can be flipping houses online within moments. Making it easy on you to invest and make money in real estate. Log onto www.instantrealestatesolutions.com to learn more...




Plus...the Mortgage Mensch David Grossman will talk mortgages...trends, predictions and suggestions...David knows his stuff and can give you the lowdown and tips.


Now... if all this talk about money and mortgages is making your blood pressure rise then Pamela Jackson will share how the bio-feedback system can help you assess your health and make powerful positive decisions.






September 28th:


It's a show about marketing. Ky Joseph from Flauntrepreneur will talk branding, Cathy Mackrell from Hits Marketing will talk messaging and Antoine El-Hashem from Inspired Creative will talk about niche marketing...




Plus our very favourite, Sue Sutcliffe from A Web that works joins us to preview a hot small business conference on October 22nd called the Business in Motion conference...it should be a very spirited show.



Now stay tuned because in October we launch a new season, a new sound and some very exciting features and guests each and every month...Season 7 starts October 5th!

Enjoy the month.

David Cohen