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Episodes from CanadianSME Small Business Podcast
The Ambiguity Tax: The Hidden Performance Cost of Unclear Corporate Roles
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore behavioral science insights that optimize team performance under pressure. Joining us is Tammy Arseneau, Founder and CEO of Cortical Consulting & Coaching, a global expert in organizational effectiveness and…
The Spreadsheet Crisis: Why Your Construction Tech Strategy Is Failing
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Today, we explore how industrial companies can modernize operations and build resilience through practical digital transformation and operations-first architecture in 2026. Joining us is Frederic Elias, Head of Growth at…
The Overwhelm Cure: Simple Workflow Changes That Free Up 100+ Hours a Year
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore scaling service-based businesses, streamlining operations, and avoiding entrepreneur burnout in 2026. Joining us is Adriana Fierastrau, CEO of Ontario Assistant, sharing insights on systemizing back-end…
Is Your 'Text Me When You Get Home' Policy a Safety Risk?
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore the challenges and solutions for lone worker safety across small businesses in North America. Joining us is Lester Tiro, Marketing Manager at SafetyLine Lone Worker, who brings expertise in marketing, product…
The Brand Shift: Why High-Tech Companies Must Lead with Human Connection
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore AI-driven marketing and digital brand execution for B2B businesses. In 2026, building a dominant market presence requires translating complex technical capabilities into clear, trust-building stories. Joining…
The Identity Engine: How Authentic Consumer Rituals Fuel Modern Enterprise Growth
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast hosted by Maheen Bari, where we explore strategies for modern marketing and customer engagement. Today, we focus on data-driven campaigns, authentic cultural insights, and community-first brand activation across Canada. Joining us is Björn Bruschke,…
The Franchise Formula: How to Know If You Are Truly Backed to Buy
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast hosted by Maheen Bari. Today, we explore franchise expansion, credit modeling, and risk management in 2026. Joining us is Terry Thrower, National Manager of Franchise Banking at TD, sharing insights on scaling franchise portfolios and leveraging…
Hot Leadership: The People-First Edge in the AI Era
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we discuss how leaders set the “temperature” of their organization and why it matters in an AI-driven workplace. Joining us is Reena Narayan, founder of Hot Leadership, who helps leaders stay people-first under…
The $50B Return Crisis: Can AI Fix Fashion’s Biggest Fail?
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how AI is solving the $50 billion fashion return crisis by tackling the persistent problem of sizing and fit. Joining us is Edgar Azcorra, Founder and CEO of Xactsize, a tech entrepreneur building the AI…
The Middle Manager Pressure: Are You Leading or Just Reacting?
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore middle management, corporate execution, and leading teams under dual pressures. Joining us is Parm Chohan, founder of Conquer Leadership Inc., sharing how he helps managers translate core values into daily…
The Overengineering Trap: How SMBs Can Scale Cloud Infrastructure on a Budget
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how SMBs can build resilient, cost-efficient cloud infrastructure without overcomplicating systems. Joining us is Amir Abolhasani, Founder and Technical Director at Namira Software Corporation, an AI…
Negotiation Power: Locking in Better Terms Before Your Next Renewal
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Today, we explore strategic insurance opportunities for real estate professionals in 2026, focusing on leveraging market shifts to improve coverage and reduce risk. Joining us is Sarah Thompson, Associate Vice President of…