Provide: The Path to Owning It

By: Corey Brown Marketing Leader at Provide
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  • If you’re an entrepreneur looking for answers to your most pressing questions, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you own a business or are contemplating ownership in the future, you’re somewhere on the path to building your legacy. On this podcast, The Path to Owning It, Provide’s helping pave the way for you to achieve your dreams of business ownership and guide you through all the nuances of the journey. Each month, host Corey Brown, a marketing leader at Provide with over a decade in supporting small businesses, will tap into Provide’s unparalleled network of industry experts and share the tools you need to take control of your future. Powered by Fifth Third Bank, Provide is on a mission to financially empower business owners with great people and innovative technology. As the leader in tech-enabled financial services for aspiring and established entrepreneurs, Provide offers an unmatched combination of industry expertise, personalized service, and customized financial products – enabling founders to achieve their ownership dreams, realize financial independence, and revitalize their industries. Founded in a one-bedroom San Francisco apartment in 2013, Provide was acquired by Fifth Third in 2021 and in 2023 was named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies. Learn more at getprovide.com, and join the conversation on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.
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Episodes
  • 55. Cybersecurity: unlocking tips to keep your business safe, with Jim Bennett

    55. Cybersecurity: unlocking tips to keep your business safe, with Jim Bennett
    Jan 22 2025
    We've all heard the news stories about massive cybersecurity breaches costing big companies millions of dollars. However, the majority of cybersecurity attacks each year actually target small businesses. If you don’t have a cybersecurity plan in place or know how to properly protect your data, you and your staff are easy marks for hackers to target. In this episode, we're speaking with Jim Bennett, CTO at Legend Networking, where they specialize in small business IT needs, from turnkey network infrastructure, network security, data backup and recovery, and more. We'll discuss: How the digital landscape has evolved to make cybersecurity a top issue for small business owners Which cybersecurity threats can affect small business owners What tools are available to help small business owners manage cybersecurity How small business owners can evaluate their cybersecurity risks How small business owners can create strong passwords to protect their data Are you ready to take control of your future and start building your legacy? Visit getprovide.com. Provide is a division of Fifth Third Bank, National Association. All opinions expressed by the participant are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Provide, its affiliates, or Fifth Third Bank. The participant’s opinions are based on information they consider reliable, but neither Provide, its affiliates nor Fifth Third Bank warrant its completeness or accuracy and should not be relied upon as such. This content is for informational purposes and does not constitute the rendering of legal, accounting, tax, or investment advice, or other professional services by Provide or any of its affiliates. Please consult with appropriate professionals related to your individual circumstances. All lending is subject to review and approval.
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    25 mins
  • 54. How to write a winning business plan, with Sean Simon

    54. How to write a winning business plan, with Sean Simon
    Dec 18 2024
    Most entrepreneurs begin their ownership journey with a business plan. The effectiveness and specificity of that plan can vary greatly, frequently reflecting a lack of clarity or insight. Common pitfalls include attempting to cater to a broad audience, harboring excessive optimism, or failing to thoroughly research the target market. Ultimately, a well-defined business plan is critical to establish the trajectory of your future, including influencing your financing options. In this episode, we'll help you craft an effective business plan alongside Sean Simon, head of credit, Provide and small business. He has over a decade of experience in small business financing, both for startups and established healthcare practices, including acquisitions, additional locations, and more traditional small business financing. We'll discuss: What purposes a business plan should serve How often you should be checking and adjusting your business plan What sort of market research you should conduct What tools and resources can help you draft a business plan Why it's crucial to identify a unique value proposition, and how to do it Are you ready to take control of your future and start building your legacy? Visit getprovide.com. Provide is a division of Fifth Third Bank, National Association. All opinions expressed by the participant are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Provide, its affiliates, or Fifth Third Bank. The participant’s opinions are based on information they consider reliable, but neither Provide, its affiliates nor Fifth Third Bank warrant its completeness or accuracy and should not be relied upon as such. This content is for informational purposes and does not constitute the rendering of legal, accounting, tax, or investment advice, or other professional services by Provide or any of its affiliates. Please consult with appropriate professionals related to your individual circumstances. All lending is subject to review and approval.
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    32 mins
  • 53. How to master problem-solving in your business, with Dr. Benjamin Taylor, DMD

    53. How to master problem-solving in your business, with Dr. Benjamin Taylor, DMD
    Nov 20 2024
    Practicing dentistry can be a challenging pursuit under any circumstances. Practicing dentistry for the U.S. Army in Iraq, however, is another level of challenging. Dr. Benjamin Taylor shares how his experience as a combat dentist forged him into the professional servant-leader he is today and prepared him for the daily demands small business owners can face. Dr. Taylor is a general dentist and has owned Dunwoody Dental Care in Dunwoody, Georgia, for nearly three years. In this episode, we're going to explore some of the lessons he’s learned throughout his unique experience like: How the military influences his approach to problem-solving Strategies and frameworks that shape his approach to running a business Key lessons other entrepreneurs can incorporate from the world of military service Where small business owners can look for peer support How small business owners can learn from their mistakes Are you ready to take control of your future and start building your legacy? Visit getprovide.com. Provide is a division of Fifth Third Bank, National Association. All opinions expressed by the participant are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Provide, its affiliates, or Fifth Third Bank. The participant’s opinions are based on information they consider reliable, but neither Provide, its affiliates nor Fifth Third Bank warrant its completeness or accuracy and should not be relied upon as such. This content is for informational purposes and does not constitute the rendering of legal, accounting, tax, or investment advice, or other professional services by Provide or any of its affiliates. Please consult with appropriate professionals related to your individual circumstances. All lending is subject to review and approval.
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    22 mins

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