BCF ORG Podcast - The Business of Business

Send us a textEpisode 119 discusses Executive Coaching with Susanne Biro. Susanne is a coach to C-suite and Executive Level Leaders.  She is also a senior facilitator, author, designer, TEDx and keynote speaker, and Forbes and CEO Magazine contributor.  For over two decades, she has worked internationally with senior level leaders.  Clients include top physician leaders at the Mayo Clinic, presidents of General Electric businesses, C-suite at the fastest growing digital agency in the world, CEO and entire SLT at numerous organizations, and executives responsible for billions of dollars and thousands of employees on multiple continents. She is the author of "I Want You To Win! Coaching Skills for Creative Leadership", a program designed to advance the coaching and leadership effectiveness of senior level leaders.   She is also co-author of "Together!" a two-day executive team development program, as well as the book "Unleashed! Leader as Coach" and the corresponding two-day workshop, which has been adopted by organizations like American Airlines, American Express, Eastman Chemical, General Electric, Group Health, Masco, Mayo Clinic, Salesforce.com, St. Jude Medical, among numerous others.    Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights and strategies towards Executive Coaching.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.     Reach out to me to be put in contact with Susanne.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode 118 discusses Planning for Business Exit with Justin Goodbread. Justin Goodbread is a globally recognized business strategist, bestselling author, and entrepreneur who has built, scaled, and exited multiple 7, 8, and 9 -figure companies.  A decamillionaire before 40, he has personally coached nearly 100 business owners to double or triple their value, creating hundreds of millions in enterprise growth.  His bestselling books, The Ultimate Sale and Your Baby's Ugly, have sold over a million copies worldwide, and his insights have been featured in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Kiplinger.  Named the 2022 Peter Christman Exit Planner of the Year and a five-time Investopedia Top 100 Most Influential Advisor, Justin is known for his no-nonsense, practical approach to helping service-based business owners eliminate inefficiencies, scale profitably, and prepare for a lucrative exit. As a dynamic speaker and educator, Justin has shared the stage with some of the world's top business minds, including Dr. By Benjamin Hardy, Shark Tank's Daymond John, Netflix co-founder Mark Randolph, and EOS founder Gino Wickman.  He has spoken at major industry conferences and private business summits, delivering actionable strategies that help business owners scale profitably and build businesses that thrive beyond their direct involvement.  Through his speaking engagements, training programs, and mentorship, Justin champions a straightforward but powerful mission: to help entrepreneurs create a business that fuels their life—not one that consumes it.  As the founder of FinanciallySimple.com and host of a Top 1% podcast, he reaches business owners worldwide with clear, actionable strategies.  Despite his success, Justin remains grounded in his faith, family, and service Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights and strategies to help you prepare to Sell a Business and secure your financial future.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.     Reach out to me to be put in contact with Justin.    The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode 117 discusses Effective Financial Operations with Matt Tait. As a thought leader in accounting, business, law, and tech, Matt Tait empowers business leaders to get the most out of their enterprises. With an array of experience in failing, restarting, and scaling, Matt's not short of advice for entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses.  He's an expert on unleashing the potential of a team, harnessing transparency in leadership, and achieving goals without sacrificing company values. Matt's competitiveness and compassion for those around him have allowed him to work with some amazing people while always driving forward.   Now more than ever, Matt wants to help businesses focus on being there for their clients, growing their business, and spending time with their family.     Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights and strategies to help you implement Effective Financial Operations.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.      Reach out to me to be put in contact with Matt.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode 116 discusses Lasting Client Relationships with Jacob Hicks. Jacob Hicks is a Success Coach and Keynote Speaker with over a decade of experience transforming lives and businesses.  Jacob has a knack for identifying what drives lasting success and delivering implementable strategies.Known for his strong follow-up systems and mindset-driven coaching, Jacob guides clients through mindset shifts, sustainable systems, and achieving work-life balance for long-term success.  Jacob is client centered.  He works with sales teams, seasoned pros, and entrepreneurs, helping to establish growth-oriented structures.  He covers topics like exploring personal goals, overcoming fear, and systematizing growth.  Success is measured by client-specific metrics.  Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights and strategies to help you create and maintain Lasting Client Relationships. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.     Reach out to me to be put in contact with Jacob.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode 115 discusses Exit with Style with John Martinka. John Martinka has been a breath of fresh air to his clients as they seek to buy or sell a business.  John is known as The Escape Artist® because of the work he does in three areas:     1. Helping executives escape the corporate world by buying the right business the right way    2. Creating large exits for small businesses so the owner can exit their business with style, grace, and more money    3. Accelerating businesses so they escape their plateau; with a specialty of using Growth by Acquisition     Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights and strategies to help you prepare to Buy or Sell a Business. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.      Reach out to me to be put in contact with John.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal.  Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode 114 discusses Business Financial Insights with Jason Kruger. Jason is a Leader and Business Advisor focused on helping business owners, leaders, and executives improve performance by providing greater visibility into their financials so they can achieve their goals through value-added financial information. His 5-step process for client success focuses first on goal and roadmap development. Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights and strategies to help you run your business smarter..This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.      Reach out to me to be put in contact with Jason.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode 113 discusses High Stakes Logistics with Colby Varley. Colby offers invaluable insights into the logistics industry and the importance of maintaining high service standards.  He excels in creating strong relationships, ensuring white-glove service.  His commitment to excellence prioritizes value, quality, and reliability over mere affordability.  Colby's intimate knowledge of every operational detail, from loading trucks to final deliveries, sets him apart in an industry often dominated by those without direct field experience.   Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights and strategies to manage, survive, and excel in a high stakes industry..This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.      Reach out to me to be put in contact with Colby.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode 112 discusses AI Driven Strategies with Kevin Dean. Kevin has over two decades of experience in business process automation, CRM, and intelligent automation, driving significant growth for enterprises.Kevin's key focus is Driving Business Growth through innovative automation solutions, streamlining workflows, and enhancing customer experiences.  His data-driven approach has optimized sales, marketing, and customer service processes. Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights for implementing AI Driven Strategies. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.      Reach out to me to be put in contact with Kevin.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode #111 discusses Executive Pay Negotiation with John Gates.John Gates is an author and founder of Salary Coach, where he helps C-suite executives and senior leaders negotiate higher compensation packages without risking their job offers or future relationships.  John's unique approach, born from his extensive experience in corporate recruiting, consistently helps his clients secure 10-20% more in their pay packages, even in challenging job markets.John's journey began when a sudden job loss led him to a low-paying role at a temporary agency, struggling to support his young family.  The turning point came when he realized the power of leverage during his own salary negotiation, securing a substantial offer from Capital One despite initial fears. Through his journey, John developed a unique approach to help senior-level professionals navigate salary negotiations with confidence.  Episode Benefits:  You can expect to gain actionable insights and strategies in your Pay Negotiation. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Reach out to me to be put in contact with John.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Send us a textEpisode 110 discusses CEO Burnout to Authentic Leadership with Dennis Franczak.  Dennis has an impressive track record in building high-growth companies, developing sustainable business strategies, and maximizing revenue.With Dennis' 20 years of being a CEO, his focus is on steering leaders and their organizations to work with impact and purpose, guiding them through transformative growth, and operational excellence His track record includes founding start-ups, transitioning through growth, crisis management, organizational transformation, brand strategy, as well as mergers/acquisitions. He also owns and operates a holding company which runs youth sports programs.  This company is designed to turn student-athletes into future leaders.His personal journey of overcoming burnout and finding balance adds depth to his insights on leadership and business success.Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn how to recover from CEO Burnout to Authentic Leadership.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Dennis help you!  Listen now to gain actionable steps for going from CEO Burnout to Authentic Leadership. Reach out to me to be put in contact with Dennis.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 109 discusses Cultivating Authenticity with Mike Horne. Mike specializes in guiding executives, rising leaders, and their teams to navigate challenges and optimize their people and culture strategies, minimizing adverse outcomes.  His coaching focuses on bridging the gap between probable outcomes and possible outcomes.With Executive and Organization Development expertise, Mike excels at helping technically focused leaders, such as scientists, technologists, and engineers, hone their knowledge and develop influential leadership skills.  Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn about how to Cultivate Authenticity.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.   Let Mike help you!  Listen now to gain actionable steps for Cultivating Authenticity. Reach out to me to be put in contact with Mike.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal.  Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 108 discusses Having Your Financial House in Order with Abbe F. Large.  Abbe F. Large is the Managing Director at Lenox Advisors.  She is a dedicated professional whose drive is to put her clients' best interests first.  With nearly 30 years of experience, she is highly skilled in a variety of financial services, estate planning, and asset management solutions.  With her corporate clients, she helps structure strategic employee benefits as well as executive carve-out programs. Achieving financial success does not always simplify life.  In fact, affluence generally increases the complexity of the decision-making process.  The greater one's wealth, the more time and knowledge must be invested in maintaining its growth, protection, and ultimate distribution.Abbe was named on Forbes Top Financial Security Professionals in 2024, 2023 and 2022. Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn about getting Your Financial House in Order. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Abbe help you!  Listen now to gain actionable steps for getting Your Financial House in Order.  Reach out to me to be put in contact with Abbe.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 107 discusses Investing Playbook with Ed Meek.  Ed's passion is to provide holistic financial planning and customized portfolio management solutions that fit the unique life situation of entrepreneurs and C-Suite Executives that gives you a plan to achieve the lives you have only dreamt about with a sense of confidence and freedom.Ed has 25+ years of experience as a CFP™ and is one of the nation's leading experts in Defined Benefit Plans, an extremely tax-efficient way of helping business owners and their employees save for retirement.Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn about Investing with your own Playbook and how it will benefit you.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Ed help you!  Listen now to gain actionable steps for your own Investing Playbook.  Reach out to me to be put in contact with Ed.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal.  Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 106 discusses the Corporate Transparency Act with Heidi Hart. Heidi Hart uses her years of legal experience in reviewing the Corporate Transparency Act.  Her experience as a business relationship consultant underpins how she strategizes and executes her client's corporate transactions; from necessary governance issues to commercial contracts, including buy-sell agreements, asset purchase and sale agreements, shareholder and employee agreements, and real estate transactions.Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn about the Corporate Transparency Act and how it may impact you.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.     Let Heidi help you!  Listen now to gain actionable steps regarding the Corporate Transparency Act.  Reach out to me to be put in contact with Heidi.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 105 discusses Don't Do Whack-A-Mole Marketing with Chris Peer. Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn how to implement of a well thought out Marketing Plan.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.   Let Chris help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies involved with a solid Marketing Plan.Reach out to me to be put in contact with Chris.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 104 discusses Entrepreneurship with Jose Berlanga. Jose helps with the various facets of Business Ownership and Entrepreneurship. Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn the ups, downs, and reality of Entrepreneurship. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Jose help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies involved with Entrepreneurship. Reach out to me to be put in contact with Jose.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Ever wonder what is involved in selling a Business?  Episode 103 discusses Selling Your Business with Lien De Pau.  Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn what is involved in preparing your business for sale and how to use it to your advantage.  This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.     Let Lien help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies for preparing your business For Sale. On her website The Big Exit  Prepare and sell your small business for maximum value. (thebigexit.co) she has 2 valuable tools.·        Free Business Evaluation Tool·        On a Scale of 0 – 100, Is Your Business Ready For Sale Reach out to me to be put in contact with Lien.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 102 discusses Hourly Wage Compensation with Michael Fortinberry. As the driving force behind Protiv, Michael aims to reshape the hourly pay system.  This not only ensures fair compensation but also significantly reduces labor costs. Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn how to reshape your Hourly Wage Compensation.  Use it to your advantage. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Michael help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies for improving your Hourly Wage Compensation.   Reach out to me to be put in contact with Michael.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 101 discusses Business Accounting for Non-Accountants with Nolan Bradbury.  This topic is definitely for me and probably for you. Nolan Bradbury uses his years of accounting experience to help you use accounting to your benefit.  He understands that for many business owners, accounting is often seen as their least favorite aspect of running a business—an obstacle rather than an asset. Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn how to make accounting your friend.  Use it to your advantage. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Nolan help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies for improving your accounting skills.  Reach out to me to be put in contact with Nolan.   The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 100 reviews the previous Episodes and the value they bring to you. This podcast series brings you hands-on, knowledgeable experience, and actionable insights.Episode Benefits:  Hear principles that will help you improve and implement your business ideas and strategy.  Including tactics that will make your company exceptional. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Listen now to gain actionable strategies for improving your business.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 5 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, Financial, and Personal. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 99 discusses Disaster and Disruption Planning with Patrick Hardy. Take that 1st Step, Patrick brings his hands-on Disaster and Disruption experience and actionable insights to you.Episode Benefits:  You will hear how to improve and implement your Disaster and Disruption Plan.  Hear some principles that can make your Disaster and Disruption Plan exceptional. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Patrick help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies for improving your Marketing Experience.   Reach out to me to be put in contact with Patrick. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 98 discusses Marketing Plus with Mike Maynard. Take that 1st Step, Mike brings his hands-on marketing experience and actionable insights to you.Episode Benefits:  You will hear how to improve your Marketing.  Hear some principles that can make your marketing exceptional. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Mike help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies for improving your Marketing Experience.   Reach out to me to be put in contact with Mike. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 97 discusses Internships, with Robert J. Khoury. Take that 1st Step, Rob brings his hands-on internship strategy experience and actionable insights to you.Episode Benefits:  You will hear how to improve your Internship Experience.  Hear some principles that make internships exceptional. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Rob help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies for improving your Internship Experience.   Reach out to me to be put in contact with Rob. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 96 discusses Executive Leadership Growth, with Jim Bishop. Jim brings his hands-on executive development experience and actionable insights to you.Episode Benefits:  You will hear how to improve your Executive Leadership Skills.  Hear the difference between Good Leaders and Great Leaders. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Jim help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies for improving your Executive Leadership Skills.   Reach out to me to be put in contact with Jim. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 95 discusses Building Your Future, with Jason Yarusi. Take that 1st Step, Jason brings his hands-on experience and actionable insights to you.  He transforms complex concepts into practical takeaways. This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.    Let Jason help you!  Reach out to me to be put in contact with Jason to equip you with the tools you need to conquer your journey to success.  The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 94 discusses Executive Communication, stage and on-camera presence, with Loreta Tarozaite.Loreta Tarozaite uses her years of TV News, storytelling, and speaking to help you properly present yourself either speaking or on-camera to effectively, concisely, tell your story.Episode Benefits:  You can expect to learn how you can improve your speaking and on-camera presence and presentation.This Podcast series is targeted to Business Owners and C-Suite Executives.  It reflects my 34 years as a Business Owner and subsequent years as a Business Mentor and Consultant.  It focuses on the various subjects and topics to help you run a successful profitable business.  They are approximately 15-minutes long so you can listen while commuting.   Let Loreta help you!  Listen now to gain actionable strategies for improving your executive communication skills.  Reach out to me to be put in contact with Loreta. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Support the Show.Helping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 93 discusses the power of teams along with Strategy, Transformation, and Growth with Jim Stevenson.Splitting his time between Los Angeles, California and London, England, Jim Stevenson is the founder and CEO of Bletchley Group, a renowned International Growth Consultancy with 23 years of expertise in strategy, transformation, and growth.  He established Bletchley Group with a fundamental belief that while technology is powerful, it should always serve a meaningful purpose.  Jim's unique value stems from his diverse background, having worked in numerous roles across a wide array of companies, enabling him to identify growth opportunities.  This experience has provided him with a valuable bird's-eye view of business operations, enabling him to identify common mistakes made by businesses. Some common oversights Jim has seen businesses make, include failing to see the bigger picture, lacking strategic alignment, and ineffective communication between departments.  The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 92 discusses Converting Visitors to Customers with David Gaz.Based out of Los Angeles, CA, David Gaz is the Founder/CEO for The Bureau of Small Projects.  A company that leverages their expertise and relationships to help small businesses who are making a difference converting visitors into customers.Some of The Smartest People in The World Work with The Bureau of Small Projects.  Literally rocket scientists and brain surgeons:  Bill Nye - The Science Guy, Stanford University, Blackrock Neurotech, the country Switzerland, AmyriAD who is bringing a revolutionary Alzheimer's treatment to market, and many, many more. The Bureau of Small Projects leverages their branding, web development, and marketing experience with Fortune 500 companies and major Brands using all the “trade secrets” that they have developed over the years to help SMALL businesses, startups, and nonprofits make a BIG impact. David recently directed the critically acclaimed documentary, Kindness Is Contagious.  A film all about being nice and the benefits of being nice, narrated by Catherine Ryan Hyde, bestselling author of the book and movie, Pay It Forward. He has received numerous awards in advertising, photography, film, and has over 20 years of experience with major brands such as Levi's, Sony, IBM, Kellogg's, Disney, as well as world class museums and cultural centers. He writes about branding for Forbes, Newsweek, and Fast Company.  His work has been featured in Communication Arts (Including Cover), Fast Company, Graphis, The Huffington Post, The San Francisco Examiner Sunday Magazine, The Chicago Tribune Sunday Magazine, NOTCOT, and numerous blogs. David has spoken at events all across the country. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 91 discusses Customer Retention and Architecting Growth with Ali Cudby.Based out of The Greater Boston Area, Ali Cudby, is the Founder and CEO of Alignmint Growth Strategies.  She is a dynamic force in transforming businesses through intentional customer experiences.  Ali's expertise lies in aligning strategy and implementation for uncontainable growth. As the author of the #1 bestselling book "Keep Your Customers," Ali provides a fresh perspective on customer relations, offering insights from real-world consumer behavior stories, business best practices, and CEO-led case studies.  Her proven four-step MINT Method, outlined in the book, has been the cornerstone of her work at Alignmint, helping clients achieve transformational customer loyalty. With over 20 years of experience, Ali has honed her craft, having started in corporate planning at The New York Times Company and later delving into strategic marketing at the Golf Digest Magazine Group and Animal Planet TV Network.  Her journey continued with the founding of Alignmint Growth Strategies in 2014, focusing on making a difference for small to mid-sized companies. Beyond her role as a business leader, Ali teaches Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Purdue University, embodying her commitment to nurturing the next generation of business minds.  With Ali, customer experience isn't just a department—it's the essence of cross-functional, intentional efforts driving businesses to new heights.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 90 discusses Profit Comes First with Rocky Lalvani.Based out of Harrisburg, PA., Rocky Lalvani serves as Chief Profitability Adviser for business owners.  He teaches them how to ensure they get paid and make profit a priority!  As a certified Profit First Professional, he implements Mike Michalowicz's Profit First System. He states, we change the accounting formula of Sales - Expenses = Profit, to Sales - Profit = Expenses.  This ensures Profit comes first!  And, it's not about money at all costs, people come before money! Rocky started with nothing when his parents immigrated to the United States when he was two years old, and his parents were in their 40's.  It was his parents' second time starting over in life as they moved here to experience the American dream.  Despite a lot of struggles and his mom passing away when Rocky was 7, he has achieved financial and life success. Rocky loves to share his journey and inspire others to achieve their dreams even faster.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 89 discusses Mobile Services with Paul Ruppert.Based out of Gaithersburg, Maryland, Paul Ruppert serves as President for Global Point View LTD, a strategy consulting firm that provides insight to technology companies.Paul Ruppert is an experienced executive in the field of CPaaS and Mobile Services, with a background in strategy consulting and holding two patents in global text messaging.He has worked in both the private and public sectors, utilizing a variety of skills at the highest levels of both.  He has generated over $400 Million in Direct Sales, is a skilled negotiator, and has experience leading global commercial, product, and marketing teams.  He has also been involved in M&A deals in B2B SaaS Sales.Paul has a proven track record of success, including scaling startups to billion-dollar valuations, forming global partnerships, and managing $130 Million business P&L's.His clients include Facebook, MasterCard, Western Union, and private equity firms looking to leverage mobile services in their digital plans for conversational commerce.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 88 discusses Burnout with Paula Davis.Based out of Milwaukee, WI, Paula Davis is the Founder and CEO of The Stress & Resilience Institute a training and consulting firm that helps build resilient teams, leaders, and organizations.Paula is a former practicing lawyer, speaker, consultant, media contributor, and a stress and resilience expert who has designed and taught resilience workshops to thousands of professionals around the world.  Her articles on stress, burnout prevention, resilience, and thriving at work are prominently featured on her blogs in Forbes, Fast Company, and Psychology Today.  She is the author of four e-books and is a contributing author to several other books. Her expertise has been featured in and on O, The Oprah Magazine, Redbook, Men's Health, Time.com, Today.com, The Steve Harvey TV show, Huffington Post Live, and a variety of media outlets.  She has also been featured in and on the Lawyerist, Law360.com, various ABA webinars and publications, and the Women's Law Journal. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 87 discusses Personal Transformation and what is holding you back from moving forward with Mark Scherer.Based out of Jacksonville, FL, Mark Scherer is the Founder and CEO of Encompass Life a company that empowers people with the art and science of personal transformation. Known as the coach for coaches, Mark Scherer, loves to spark major breakthroughs when the chips are on the table. The bigger the better, he says “Bring it on”. In 20 years of guiding others, he's boosted the careers of executives, entrepreneurs, as well as coaches and leaders, enabling them, to navigate the most challenging personal chapters of their lives. Mark likes making things fast, fun, and easy.  He distilled his decades of coaching and 35 years of self-development work into a unique method for rapid transformation called the Quantum Leap Technique.  It's a one-of-a-kind approach to find the root of the root of issues and flip them into huge gains in a matter of minutes.  Go-getters have been using his work to lift up their companies and clients, for years. Anything but your typical, slick guru influencer, Mark's a playful, straight shooting Texas farm boy, and former construction company owner, who gets in the trenches and does whatever it takes to spur his clients to massive success.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 86 explores the importance of Data & Analytics Management with Lauren Maffeo.Based out of Washington DC, Lauren Maffeo is the Senior Service Designer at Steampunk Inc an IT Service and IT Consulting company.Lauren is an award-winning author, analyst, and designer of data systems for the U.S. Federal government.  Career highlights include leading service design for an agency database with 46 million+ unique data points and is the author of “Designing Data Governance from the Ground Up”.She is a founding editor of Springer's AI and Ethics Journal and an adjunct lecturer of Interaction Design at The George Washington University. Lauren has written for Harvard Data Science Review, Financial Times, and The Guardian. She has also presented her research on bias in AI at Princeton and Columbia Universities, Google DevFest DC, and Twitter's San Francisco headquarters.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 85 discusses Finding the Holes in Your Sales Process with Lisa J. SmithBased out of Madison, WI, Lisa J. Smith is the CEO and founder of SMITH Co., a sales consulting firm focused on modern midsize B2B businesses.  A dynamic public speaker and natural trainer, she has presented for multiple audiences in various industries across three decades, most recently as a keynote speaker at the Twin Cities Startup Week.Having spent 30 years selling B2B services in every economic environment imaginable, Lisa has gained a multitude of diverse experiences and improved the financial situation of countless organizations.She is trained in design thinking, finance, business strategy, sales, advertising, and marketing.  These skills allow her to spot and reveal the blind spots most B2B companies encounter in their sales funnel.  Think of her as a sales sleuth, revealing, and removing the obstacles that hold businesses back from realizing higher revenue and growth.Lisa considers herself a “COVIDpreneur”. She launched SMITH Co in June of 2020, and despite the turbulent economic landscape she reached six figures in her first year.  She has maintained that for the last 2 years consecutively.  She deeply understands her client's challenges; because she's been there.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 84 discusses Executive Leadership with Jonathan Bennett with a perspective on the emotional side of leadership.Based out of Ontario Canada, Jonathan has been where his clients are now. He left an executive role at a large hospital to strike out on his own, founding a management consulting firm.  And, for 10 years, things were great.  The company grew–became a B Corp and served hundreds of organizations.  The problem was, he was unfulfilled. After a successful exit in which he went through a management buyout of his company, Jonathan founded his coaching practice so that he could fulfill his purpose to create an intimate space for leaders who need to be listened to deeply. Jonathan Bennett is an advisor and executive coach for founders, CEOs and C Suite leaders, who have a purpose in the world but need help solving their organization's toughest obstacles. Jonathan takes his experience as a CEO, board member, and founder to his coaching.  Jonathan brings a progressive approach to his work so that clients always find a way out of even the most complex challenges. A published author, he's written seven literary books.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 83 - Chaos to Clarity with Robin OsbornBased out of Orange County, California, Robin Osborn is an executive coach and business consultant who was recently given a second chance at life after undergoing emergency surgery to remove a baseball-sized tumor from her brain. Remarkably, the tumor was benign, but her recovery was no small feat– it took Robin a year to walk one mile.  The same tools she uses to inspire transformation in her clients helped her achieve miraculous results in her own recovery!  Robin's passion for exceeding expectations has allowed her to help hundreds break through their personal and professional goals and, through this work, her own practice continues to develop.Robin has nearly a decade of experience championing companies from good to great, while giving leaders a simple, yet powerful tool to consistently transcend their goal: “The Frustration to Freedom Framework.”  This framework combines all of Robin's financial, operational, and leadership expertise and it is with this that she leads C-Suite executives and their teams to excellence by helping them build confidence, conquer team issues, gain clarity, and deliver real results.Prior to coaching and consulting, Robin was at the helm of her family business for 33.  She took over for her father at the age of 21, managing over 40 employees, with an employee retention record of over 30 years. With big shoes to fill, and the company facing adversities, Robin found and implemented the operational tools that doubled the company's revenue in only 18 months. This experience, gave Robin an intuitive understanding of both the employees' and customers' needs and catapulted her into the career she has today.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 82 discusses The Value Sale by using ROI (Return on Investment) and TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) with Ian Campbell.Ian Campbell is the author of Wall Street Journal Best Seller "The Value Sale"  As CEO of Nucleus Research he is responsible for the company's investigative research approach, product set, and overall corporate direction.  He is a recognized expert on the return on investment (ROI) and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis of technology and has written and presented extensively on a range of organizational topics and the importance of matching technology to business organizational objectives. As an expert on technology value, he is a frequent speaker at industry and business events and has been quoted in major business publications including The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, and was the subject of a personal profile in The Financial Times. For over a decade, Ian has taught a course on assessing the value of technology at Babson College in Massachusetts and is a frequent guest lecturer at Stanford University, the University of California at Berkley, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, and Boston College. In addition to his expertise in financial analysis he is noted for his research identifying the human barriers to successful technology deployment and the strategies that can be employed to maximize user acceptance of new technology. Prior to joining Nucleus Research, Ian was the Vice President at International Data Corporation where he managed a portfolio of research programs in the US and Europe.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial.  Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business. Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 81 focuses on having a Fractional CMO help with Marketing.  Our guest is Brooke Janousek.Based out of Fort Worth, Texas, Brooke Janousek is a Fractional CMO and digital nomad on a journey to intentionally live a joyful life. She is the founder of The Grow CMO, ( https://www.thegrowcmo.co/ ) a fractional leadership solution for effective marketing growth that she founded in 2022 after two decades as a leading expert in the marketing industry. You can follow her digital nomad journey along with her “lessons on the road” at Brooke on The Grow,    ( https://brookeonthegrow.com/  )The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Support the showHelping You Run a Successful Profitable Business !For Business Consulting or to be a Podcast Guest - Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 80 discusses Buying and Selling a Business, what you should consider, our guest is Trever Acers. Based out of the San Diego Area, Trever Acers is the Founder and Managing Director, Investment Banking at Objective, Investment Banking & Valuation and concurrently operates as the Leader of the Consumer Practice.  He has 20+ years of investment banking, acquisition, and strategy experience advising middle market companies on transaction execution and strategy. Prior to founding Objective, Trever served as a Director at TGG Capital, where he led the firm's financial and strategy consulting operations.  Previously, he was Director of The Oxford Investment Group's Western U.S. private equity activities and Managing Partner at Passage Venture Capital Partners.  Earlier in his career, he managed the post-acquisition integration and continuing operations of three entities with total annual revenues of $29 million for EMC Corporation and led business performance improvement engagements for KPMG Consulting.Trever is very involved in the San Diego business community, and regularly appears as a panelist or speaker for multiple organizations including, CFO Leadership Council, Southern California Institute, and more.  He is a board member of San Diego Sports Innovators, and a member of many more organizations that foster business relationships and growth in the San Diego area.  He has also been recognized many times for his excellence in investment banking including being recognized as a Top Influential Business Leader in the SD 500 List by the San Diego Business Journal for the past 6 years.Trever has an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management with a finance concentration and a bachelor's degree with high honors in business administration from the University of San Diego.  He holds FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 licenses and is a Registered Representative of BA Securities LLC, Member FINRA SIPC.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 79 explores Customer Centric Selling with Dave ElsnerDave Elsner is a seasoned sales professional with over 35 years of experience in technical sales.  He has held positions in sales, management, Director, RVP, SVP, and EVP's for 30 years with Dimension Data and A&T.  Dave's passion for developing, enabling, mentoring, and coaching sales teams to greater success led him to establish “The Tech Sales Coach”. As the founder of The Tech Sales Coach, Dave has impacted over 50 Companies and thousands of sales representatives and sales engineers with his Social Selling and Sales Methodology workshops.  His coaching helps sales teams improve their Connections, Conversations, Relationships, Leads, Discovery, Qualifications, Deal Development, Negotiations, and Results. Dave's expertise in sales methodology training is based on his belief in “Customer Centric Selling” methods, which hit every stage of sales.  He works with sales teams to implement a consistent, repeatable sales process that is customized with their solutions.   Dave's passion for sales coaching and training has made him a sought-after speaker.  His expertise in sales methodology, sales coaching, sales training, sales enablement, B2B Sales, marketing, business management, and business development makes him a valuable resource for any organization looking to improve its sales performance.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 78 explores Using AI in Marketing.   Out Guest is Kyle Stout.Based out of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Kyle Stout is the founder of Elevate & Scale, a leading email marketing agency that helps direct-to-consumer brands unlock hidden revenue and put their sales on autopilot while spending $0 in extra ad spend. Kyle is an expert on using email marketing to maximize revenue, leveraging AI to scale content production, and all things retention marketing.  Kyle has more than a decade of experience in digital marketing, starting as a freelance copywriter where he honed his skills in brand storytelling and email marketing. Once he had developed a set of frameworks that worked consistently across different niches, he started Elevate & Scale specializing in email marketing for ecommerce businesses. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 77 discusses, Achievement, Fulfillment, & Burnout, our Guest, is Eric Recker, Founder of Win the Now.Eric spent the first half of his life doing what he thought he had to do.  Putting his nose down and enduring the grind.  But it was never quite enough.  Through experiences with triathlon, mountain climbing, owning a dental practice with a team of 20, becoming a pilot, and extensive travel, he learned that what he was searching for wasn't at the top of the mountain.In the second half of his life, he is committed to helping people learn to live present in their own lives and find a life of fulfillment, not just accomplishment.  Through his coaching, speaking, and writing, he is working to help as many people as possible learn to WIN the NOW.Dr. Eric Recker coaches and speaks to audiences of high achievers, who have had worldly success and, by all outside metrics, are killing it.  But they aren't so sure.  Success hasn't necessarily translated to fulfilment, and they believe there is more to life.  Eric, his wife Amy and their two kids proudly live in a small town in Iowa.  The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

In Episode 76 we ask the question - Are You User Centric?Prior to founding UXReactor, Satyam led various in-house design organizations such as Citrix and PayPal.  He is also an alumnus of Harvard Business School.  While at Harvard, Satyam realized that most businesses aren't leveraging the full power of User Experience (UX) Design as an engine for strategic growth.  So, he resolved to change that. Through UXReactor, Satyam demonstrated that UX can and should drive enterprise-wide innovation and business outcomes.  UXReactor has enabled its clients-partners to generate hundreds of millions in additional revenue from user-centered innovation.  Satyam is passionate about user-centered innovation and authored a book titled:  User Experience Design - A Practical Playbook to Fuel Business Growth, which released in May 2022.  The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

In Episode 75, Chellie Phillips is a sweet-tea-sipping, sassy Southerner with a passion for helping dynamic, driven, career-minded professionals write their own success stories.  She's a coach, corporate trainer, and motivational speaker, as well as the author of two award-winning books: When In Doubt, Delete It and Get Noticed, Get Hired.Chellie's “Successfully Ever After” formula is designed to land you in an ideal career, perfectly matched to your skillset, that feels more like “get to” than “got to.”  For over 20 years, she has used her first-rate public relations and communication skills to help countless people create an authentic personal brand designed to get them noticed and hired.  She also leads corporate trainings about creating a company culture that encourages employee support, growth, and community.  Chellie is on a mission to help others tune in to what makes them great, package it properly, and use their existing skillset to find the path to their highest potential!Click this link to contact Chellie:  https://chelliephillips.com/free-resources/brandguide/The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode #74 discusses Business Growth, our Guest, is Mike Dallas-Petersen, Coach of The Integrator Academy, based out of British Columbia, Canada.Michael Dallas-Petersen is an entrepreneur, father, and husband.  Mike is a highly sought after automation and systems specialist helping online entrepreneurs scale their businesses with world class systems, automations, and delegation.He now teaches working professionals on how to do the same. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode #73 discusses Identifying Digital Transformation, our Guest, is Jonathon Hensley, Co-Founder and CEO of Emerge, based out of Portland, Oregon.Emerge is a digital product consulting firm, that works with companies to improve operational agility and customer experience.  For more than two decades, Jonathon has helped startups, Fortune 100 brands, technology leaders, large regional health networks, non-profit organizations and more, transform their businesses by turning strategy, user needs, and new technologies into valuable digital products and services. Jon writes and speaks about his experiences and insights from his career, and regularly hosts in-depth interviews with business leaders and industry insiders.  Originally from Silicon Valley, Jon got into the digital product space inspired by the incredible people developing new technologies all around him and the possibilities they unlocked. This fueled his curiosity to understand how technology transforms the ways in which people live and work. That curiosity continues to drive him today, as he works to help businesses harness technology.  His work focuses on helping leaders define the value they want to create in a succinct and tangible way; where to focus, why, and what it will take to achieve that outcome.  His favorite part is going beyond the idea and mapping how you bring together people, data, and processes so that clients can succeed.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

With today's Interest Rates, Episode 72 discusses Identifying Your Money, our Guest, is Sarry Ibrahim, Founder of Financial Asset Protection, based out of The Greater Chicago Area.Sarry Ibrahim's business is to help high net worth individuals, real estate investors, business owners and retirees grow and protect their wealth predictably and safely. As a Financial Consultant, Health and Life Agent, Sarry has cultivated a reputation for putting his clients first, no matter what. He prides himself on attending all client meetings without expectations or preconceived ideas to ensure that he is solving his client's problems. That's the value Sarry offers.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Quinn Curtis is Chief Marketing Officer at Disruptive Advertising, based out of Salt Lake City, Utah.With over 15 years of experience in business, branding, and marketing strategies, Quinn encourages the "joy of marketing."  Her approach of drawing out the genius and magic in those she works with builds strong systems and processes, allowing maximum creativity and passion in her teams. The Disruptive team has a remarkable track record of managing over $450+ million in annual ad spend for their clients. The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business.  Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

While all people are created equal, all customers are not.  Some customers provide high revenue and profit while others can suck you dry on discounts, customer support, and so on.  A technic to identify your most profitable customers is customer stratification.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/

Episode 69 discusses Identifying Your Own Values with Paul ter Wal.Paul Ter Wal and his consulting company Team ANDARE make healthy businesses better with the belief that happiness makes money. An organization expert with a lot of experience as a lawyer in the field of social security and employment law, Paul saw first-hand the ways that social security failed human beings.  He was surprised to learn that despite the millions of dollars and euros spent to support people when they become ill or disabled, nothing was invested to keep people employable and engaged.  He was disappointed that no one was taking the time to ask workers what they needed to live a good life; not a million dollar salary, but a fair salary and support in healthcare and wellbeing. 22 years ago Paul left the legal side, and moved further into improving humanity.  Leading with his core values, Paul now establishes consulting engagements that help companies identify and truly live their own values.  He shows companies that when they see every employee's full potential, and facilitate them to achieve, absenteeism decreases while enthusiasm and productivity increases.The Business of Business, topics are divided into 4 Categories: Management, Operations, Sales, and Financial. Target Audience is Business Owners, C-Level Executives, Management, and anyone considering starting a business. Helping you run a successful profitable business.Contact me at: www.bcforg.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fisher-72174413/