05- BIG-Austin (Business-Investment-Growth)- An Interview with Jeannette Peten: helping all levels of Entrepreneurs
September 7th, 2007
In this episode of The Struggling Entrepreneur, we interview Jeannette Peten, Founder and President of BIG Austin (Business-Investment-Growth), which is a firm physically located in Austin, Texas, but with virtual reach to all the United States. This organization assists all levels of entrepreneurs–from the “dreamer” (by helping generate an idea for the business) to the “newbie” (the individual just launching the business and stepping into the world of being an entrepreneur) and the “established” entrepreneur (the firm with the initial track record that now needs more financing for growth).
Because of BIG-Austin’s mission, Jeannette explains how she does manage this organization as a real business — in fact, she is an example of an “entrepreneur.” She tells how she had to struggle in the beginning, as well as the milestones that allowed her to become successful and to know when she reached her measurement of success.
Learn about the resources that can assist other groups, such as women starting businesses, or veterans, etc. In particular, see which courses that are offered by BIG Austin are delivering great results for the participants, as well as the instructors with small business experience, and alumni members of BIG-Austin.
Two offerings from BIG-Austin that were mentioned are:
- Start Smart: Fast Trac New Venture. Click here for info.
- Taking Financial Control of Your Business. Click here for info.
This episode is sponsored by A Halo Effect, a marketing consulting firm owned by Stephanie Hale, specializing in events marketing, outreach programs and marketing campaigns–to help your business create your message, deliver it, and grow a loyal customer base.
