{"podcast":{"title":"Do Small Business Like a Big Boss Podcast","slug":"do-small-business-like-a-big-boss-podcast-7627760","podcast_index_feed_id":7627760,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/OoLlOizM.rss","website_url":"https://sedgwickandrews.com/","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/07cacb42-7c0f-44d4-884d-8be23043124e/logos/e9430cc7-f608-4e67-906f-49a9804b50f7.png","author":"Aisha Massengill","episode_count":17,"summary":"Ready to take your small business from basement startup to Big Boss success? Welcome to Do Small Business Like a Big Boss! where we prove that with the right strategy, any up and coming business owner can compete with the big guys. Hosted by Aisha Jorge Massengill, founder of Sedgwick Andrews Legal & Consulting, a seasoned employment attorney who's advised large publicly traded companies for over two decades, this podcast is your courtside seat to business transformation. Just like that fearless 13-year-old girl shouting \"\"I got next!\"\" on Bronx basketball courts, successful entrepreneurs don't just wait their turn—they prepare for it. They study the game, assess the competition, and build the skills they need to win when opportunity calls. What You'll Discover: Real Success Stories: In-depth interviews with business owners who've successfully scaled from side hustles to legitimate enterprises Strategic Frameworks: Proven systems and structures that help small businesses compete like industry giants Legal & HR Insights: Employment law guidance that protects your growing team while fostering company culture Risk Management for Entrepreneurs: Smart ways to minimize liability while m…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-small-business-like-a-big-boss-podcast-7627760"},"episode":{"title":"Don’t Be a Boss, Be a Leader — Building Partnerships That Change Lives with Gregory Weiss","slug":"don-t-be-a-boss-be-a-leader-building-partnerships-that-change-lives-with-gregory-weiss","published_at":"2026-02-25T11:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-small-business-like-a-big-boss-podcast-7627760/don-t-be-a-boss-be-a-leader-building-partnerships-that-change-lives-with-gregory-weiss","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-small-business-like-a-big-boss-podcast-7627760","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9b590791a045fa873577badbb40360f34304437da708908f180fa4a9f24338ef/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2MDRmY2U5Ni00MTMwLTRkZjItYjZhZC0zMDgyYmRhZGEwODQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwN2NhY2I0Mi03YzBmLTQ0ZDQtODg0ZC04YmUyMzA0MzEyNGUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODdhZjZjNWY1MjhmYzVlMDY2ZTc2ZmQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5ZTkzYTQyMmI0OGM0YjU2ZDIwOWM2L2Fpc2hhLW1hc3NlbmdpbGxzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTItMjVfXzctMTYtNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9b590791a045fa873577badbb40360f34304437da708908f180fa4a9f24338ef/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2MDRmY2U5Ni00MTMwLTRkZjItYjZhZC0zMDgyYmRhZGEwODQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiIwN2NhY2I0Mi03YzBmLTQ0ZDQtODg0ZC04YmUyMzA0MzEyNGUiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2ODdhZjZjNWY1MjhmYzVlMDY2ZTc2ZmQiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5ZTkzYTQyMmI0OGM0YjU2ZDIwOWM2L2Fpc2hhLW1hc3NlbmdpbGxzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTItMjVfXzctMTYtNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Do Small Business Like a Big Boss , host Aisha Massengill , Founder of Sedgwick Andrews Legal & Consulting, LLC , interviews Gregory Weiss , Managing Partner of Action Staffing Group . Gregory shares insights into leadership, hiring, and how the staffing industry is about changing lives—not just filling positions. They discuss the challenges of navigating COVID-19, the costs of bad hires, and why human connection is irreplaceable in business, even in the age of AI. Gregory highlights how building meaningful partnerships and leading with heart are keys to success. 🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Staffing isn’t just about filling positions —it’s about changing lives. Why titles don’t matter —team success is what drives business. The true cost of a bad hire and how to avoid it. Why AI can’t replace human-to-human connection in business. Leadership vs. Bossing : What makes a great leader. ⏱️ Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Action Staffing Group 01:37 – The importance of partnerships in staffing 05:06 – Transitioning roles: From CEO to Managing Partner 06:20 – Navigating COVID-19 07:45 – Common hiring mistakes for small businesses 10:03 – Building client relationships 13:31 – The role of AI in recruitment 16:55 – Managing chaos in staffing 19:41 – The human element in business decisions 23:19 – Staying focused amidst competition 26:23 – Personal motivation and accountability 29:16 – The importance of listening in business 34:50 – Leadership vs. Bossing: A Philosophy 💡 Takeaways: \"We are in the business of helping people change their lives for the better.\" \"Titles don’t mean a thing; it’s about the success of the company.\" \"Just pick up the phone and talk to people—that’s how partnerships are built.\" \"Sell with your ears, not your mout…","meta_description":"In this episode of Do Small Business Like a Big Boss , host Aisha Massengill , Founder of Sedgwick Andrews Legal & Consulting, LLC , interviews Gregor…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2394,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/do-small-business-like-a-big-boss-podcast-7627760/episodes/don-t-be-a-boss-be-a-leader-building-partnerships-that-change-lives-with-gregory-weiss/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-small-business-like-a-big-boss-podcast-7627760/don-t-be-a-boss-be-a-leader-building-partnerships-that-change-lives-with-gregory-weiss.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}