Hit It and Quit It with Carson Wagner, Angela Williams, and Dr. Stephanie West
In this episode, Melinda Emerson is joined by Angela Williams, Dr. Stephanie West, and Carson Wagner for a panel discussion on their favorites in the world of podcasting, top apps for small business owners, marketing tips to enhance business growth, and must-read business books that have influenced their journeys.
Key Points
- Networking through face-to-face interactions remains a powerful old-school marketing strategy that can yield significant results for small businesses.
- Using specialized business apps like LinkedIn, Qubinci, and Connect Team can optimize various aspects of small business management, from networking to financial reporting to staff management.
- Books like "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey and "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill offer timeless business wisdom that can provide valuable guidance for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Carson Wagner is the Founder and CEO of Lifetime of Love Nannies, an emerging childcare franchise based in Reno, Nevada. A college dropout who started her company at just 19, Carson built her business from the ground up with no safety net and no shortcuts. In 2025, she made the bold decision to franchise. Today, Lifetime of Love employs more than 100 women, has sold 10 franchises in just 90 days, and operates with a powerful mission: We are accepting of all children of all capabilities. For more information: https://lifetimeoflovenannies.com/
Connect with Carson Wagner:
Website: https://lifetimeoflovenannies.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetimeoflovenannies
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifetimeoflovenannies
Dr. Stephanie West, author of SOAP for Success: A Simple Method to Manage Your Business and Revitalize Your Mission. A Cornell-trained veterinarian turned executive leader, Dr. West brings a powerful, practical framework to help business owners cut through chaos, diagnose what’s really wrong, and build clear action plans using her S.O.A.P. method. For more information: https://www.DrStephanieFWest.com
Connect with Dr. Stephanie West:
Website: www.DrStephanieFWest.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-west-dvm
Angela L. Williams, President and co-founder of DetailXPerts Franchise Systems, LLC, an innovative, eco-friendly mobile cleaning franchise redefining automotive and commercial cleaning. They are a fast-growing mobile detailing franchise with more than 90 units. With deep expertise across finance, technology, and operations, Angela is leading the company toward an ambitious vision of 1,100 franchises while building a business rooted in impact, excellence, and environmental responsibility. For more information: https://www.DetailXperts.net
Connect with Angela Williams:
Website: https://www.DetailXperts.net
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/detailxperts-franchise
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detailxpertsbiz
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DetailXPerts
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DetailXPerts
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/detailxpertsfranchis
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