{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65df7e4c542232001501916b/673cb57975e6ea9d68a0bf0b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Running Multiple Small Businesses with Wes Venn of Buddy Cards and Red Rascal Creative","description":"<p>In this episode of Living the Small Business Life, the host welcomes Wes Venn, a multi-business entrepreneur and the show's cameraman! Wes shares his journey from being a radio presenter to starting a greetings card company, Buddy Fernandez, known for its 'naughty' cards. </p><p><br></p><p>He discusses how COVID-19 led him to focus full-time on his ventures, including founding Red Rascal Creative, a company providing video ads and promotional content. Wes touches on the challenges and funny moments of running multiple businesses, his unique marketing strategies, and the value of saying 'yes' to opportunities. We also chatted about work-life balance, financial planning, and the importance of being adaptable in the small business world.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to the Episode</p><p>00:18 Meet Wes Venn: The Media Mutt</p><p>00:41 Wes's Small Business Ventures</p><p>01:37 The Impact of COVID-19</p><p>02:01 Red Rascal Creative: A New Beginning</p><p>02:23 Voiceover Work and Calgon Adverts</p><p>02:57 Adapting to New Media Platforms</p><p>03:50 The Art of Juggling Multiple Roles</p><p>06:35 Challenges of Running Small Businesses</p><p>08:35 The Tesco Experience</p><p>14:00 Defining Success in Small Business</p><p>15:10 Struggling with Work-Life Balance</p><p>17:02 Weekend Work and Holiday Plans</p><p>17:12 Chillfest and Celebrity Encounters</p><p>17:52 Balancing Work and Personal Life</p><p>18:46 Financial Planning for Freelancers</p><p>19:44 Adapting to Change and Taking on Odd Jobs</p><p>20:53 Marketing Strategies and the Buddy Fernandez Tour</p><p>23:55 Unique Marketing and Event Filming</p><p>27:42 Funny Trade Show Stories</p><p>29:53 Business Mentors and Personal Philosophy</p><p>31:54 Quirky Customer Requests and Theme Songs</p><p>34:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts</p><p>---</p><p>Check out the dedicated page for the Living the Small Business Life Podcast: https://movedigital.co.uk/podcast/living-the-small-business-life/</p><p><br></p><p>Or, connect with us in the comments below or find us on social media ⬇️</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.instagram.com/livingthesmallbusinesslife</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-the-small-business-life/</p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@living.the.small</p><p>https://www.twitter.com/living_smblife</p>","author_name":"Digital Deconstructed"}