Mind Ya Business
By The Southwest Collective
Categories: Business, Entrepreneurship
A podcast that communicates both attention to business fundamentals and the confidence to own your entrepreneurial journey. 'Mind Ya Business' is rooted in credible guidance from subject matter experts in business & financial planning, marketing & branding, operations, and regulatory compliance; Perfect for a mix of how-tos, myth-busting, and deeper dives into these complex topics for entrepreneurs.
14 episodes indexed on PodSearch.
Recent episodes
- #14 From Fan to Founder: Bringing K-Pop Culture to Chicago's Southside ft. Lizbeth Cervantes
What happens when a K-pop fan decides Chicago's southside needs a shop? She opens one herself. That's exactly what Lizbeth did when she launched Kpop & More at 5830 S. Kedzie Ave in Gage Park, bringing albums, photo cards, keychains, and all the cutest...
- #13 El Teatro del Pueblo: Teatro Tariakuri ft. Karla Galvan
El Teatro del Pueblo: How Karla Galvan Built a Cultural Institution and a Business A theater 22 years in the making, Karla Galvan runs Teatro Tariakuri out of the heart of Marquette Park on Chicago's southwest side, a bilingual theatrical and cultural ...
- #12 Roots, Culture & Play: La Casa Playroom's Story ft. Angie Maciel-Wright
This week on Mind Ya Business, we sat down with Angie Maciel-Wright, first-generation Mexican-American, mother of two, and co-founder of La Casa Playroom, a bilingual, multicultural play space at 4371 S. Archer Avenue in Brighton Park on Chicago's sout...
- #11 From Birthday Cakes to Brick-and-Mortar ft. Rachel Diaz of Borinken Cakes
From birthday cakes to brick-and-mortar: Rachel Díaz of Borinken Cakes on pivots, pan sobao, and building a business that represents. This week, Rachel sits down with us to talk about the full arc; From family kitchen to pop-ups to a mall kiosk to mult...
- #10 Building What Your Neighborhood Deserves One Cup at a Time ft. Jesse Iñiguez of Back of the Yards Coffee Co.
Jesse Iñiguez grew up in a neighborhood with no coffee shops, so he built one. But Back of the Yards Coffee was never just about the coffee. It was about proving that communities like his deserve quality, investment, and a place to gather. In this epis...
- #9 Oh Hi, We're Back & Better Than Ever
We're back... & better than ever. 2025 laid the foundation. Now, Mind Ya Business is stepping into a bigger role. In this reintroduction episode, our full Southwest Collective small business team — Jamie (Business Operations & Marketing), Marlin (Human...
- #8 So Your Neighborhood Doesn’t Have a Chamber? Here’s What’s Next
In part 2 of our Chambers of Commerce conversation, Jaime walks us through what it actually took to launch a chamber on Chicago’s southwest side — the grind, the organization, the community work, and the lessons learned in the trenches. We break down t...
- #7 Join or Dodge? Our Hot Take On Chambers of Commerce
Tapping into your local Chamber of Commerce can be a major glow-up for your business… if you pick the right one. In this episode, we break down what a Chamber actually does, the different forms it can take, and how to spot whether it’s truly serving it...
- #6 Keeping Your Business Afloat in Hard Times
In uncertain times, even the strongest businesses feel the pressure. Episode 6 of Mind Ya Business explores how to adapt when foot traffic slows, revenue dips, and every dollar counts. Learn how to assess your costs, restructure your operations, and pr...
- #5 That's Not My Department
Ever wonder who handles what when it comes to running a business in Chicago? In this episode of Mind Ya Business, we break down the roles and responsibilities across the City of Chicago, Cook County, and the State of Illinois. From licensing and permit...
- #4 Business ICKs That Hold You Back
Every entrepreneur has those little habits, mindsets, or “business icks” that creep in and hold them back from real growth. In this episode of Mind Ya Business, we unpack the most common red flags—like overcomplicating your processes, avoiding tough co...
- #3 Your Business Is A Business, Not A Hobby - Start Acting Like It
Too many entrepreneurs treat their ventures like side projects—and it shows. In this episode, we unpack the mindset shift every business owner needs to make: taking your business seriously from day one. From setting up proper systems and pricing strate...
- #2 I Have An Idea, Now What?
In this episode, we discuss what business owners and entrepreneurs should do once they're ready for that next step in their journey. From who should work in their business in the first few stages, to the development of a full fleshed brand identity, no...
- #1 Who The Heck Are We?
Welcome to Mind Ya Business — the podcast where smart moves fuel sustainable growth. Each week we break down the real stuff small business owners need to know — from business planning and branding to operations, and compliance — without the fluff or th...
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