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Many businesses are started every day, but the number that lasts the test of time is much lower. So what separates the businesses that last and those that don't? With this podcast, we intend to find out. Each week, we'll feature conversations with business owners who have latest the test of time to…

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    The Building a Business that Lasts podcast is an incredibly authentic and valuable resource for business owners. Hosted by Jay Owen of Design Extensions, this podcast covers a wide range of topics that every entrepreneur can benefit from. Whether you are fully established or just starting out, this podcast is a must-listen. Jay brings on high profile guests from various industries who provide insightful business advice. The content of this podcast is engaging and has a lot of value to offer.

    One of the best aspects of the Building a Business that Lasts podcast is Jay's ability to speak into areas that every business owner values. He covers topics like marketing, business development, and more in a straightforward manner that is easy to understand and apply. The interviews with high profile guests bring fresh perspectives and insights to each episode. The variety of guests and their diverse backgrounds make for interesting conversations and provide different perspectives on building a successful business.

    In terms of drawbacks, there are not many negative aspects to this podcast. Some listeners may find certain episodes more relevant or applicable to their specific industry or business type than others, but overall the content is valuable across the board. It would be helpful if there were more episodes specifically focused on certain industries or niche markets, but the broad range of topics covered still provides plenty of value for any business owner.

    In conclusion, the Building a Business that Lasts podcast hosted by Jay Owen is an outstanding resource for anyone interested in growing their business. The authentic content and valuable insights provided by Jay and his high-profile guests make this podcast a must-listen for entrepreneurs at any stage of their journey. With its straightforward approach, engaging conversations, and focus on long-term success, this podcast has something to offer to all business owners looking to build a lasting company.



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    Latest episodes from Building a Business that Lasts

    Letting Go of Control: The Importance of Leadership, Systems, and Processes with Emily Floyd

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 44:35


    Welcome to another episode of Building a Business that Lasts! In today's episode, we have an insightful conversation with Jay Owen, a successful entrepreneur, about the challenges and triumphs of building an enduring business while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Join us as Jay shares his personal struggles with email addiction and the steps he takes to disconnect and trust his team while on vacation. We also delve into the importance of personal growth and self-care practices, such as meditation and gratitude, for entrepreneurs.Throughout the episode, Jay and our host, Emily Floyd, discuss the common challenge of facing imposter syndrome as successful business owners. They share their experiences of learning to overcome this by realizing that perfect communication is not always necessary and by seeking support from others.We also explore strategies for acquiring new business, the importance of persistence and learning from failures, and the difficulties of balancing client service with business development. Jay and Emily highlight the challenges of hiring and leading effective leaders, both internally and externally.Emily shares her own inspiring journey of transitioning from working in retail to running a successful pediatric medical billing business in Dallas. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's strengths, surrounding oneself with a supportive team, and achieving significant business milestones while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Stay tuned as we discuss the cultural belief that entrepreneurs must do everything themselves and the importance of delegating tasks, implementing standard operating procedures, and building a great management team aligned with the same vision.Join us for this engaging conversation filled with valuable insights and practical advice for building a business that lasts!00:00 Transitioned from retail to pediatric billing business.05:10 Fulfillment in business comes from passion.08:18 Need an operator to ensure process compliance.10:18 Hiring based on shared vision and passion.13:42 Improving processes through intentional and clear assignments.18:31 Leading leaders requires a different skill set.22:07 Overcame imposter syndrome, connected with industry leaders.25:50 Trial and error leads to success.29:50 Balancing scalability with doing the unscalable.31:54 Entrepreneur milestones led to finding needed structure.33:45 Entrepreneurs need rest for success and balance.38:39 Asking how to maintain boundaries with clients.41:46 Request password, delegate, prioritize, delegate to team.44:00 Video offers business tips, free resources, subscribe.Support the Show.Listen to other episodes and see videos of the podcast at http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com

    Business as a Ministry with Mike Sharrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 55:57


    What does it look like to run a business as a ministry? Is it possible in today's complex political climate? In this episode, Mike Sharrow, CEO of C12, talks through that topic along with other strategies to help leaders and entrepreneurs build a business without being stressed out, worn out, and ready to quit. C12 if a Christian business forum that meets monthly all over the world to help leaders build a great business for a greater purpose. Support the showListen to other episodes and see videos of the podcast at http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com

    The Ultimate Sales Machine with Amanda Holmes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 52:52


    Getting the right sales strategy in place is more important than ever. On this episode, I talk to Amanda Holmes, CEO at Chet Holmes and daughter of the author of The Ultimate Sales Machine. A framework used by thousands of businesses around the world to double their business.    https://chetholmes.com/ch4/Support the show

    The Difference Between a Vendor and a Partnership with Tim Burke

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 49:48


    What's the difference between a vendor and a partnership? Why should you care about your ROI or LTV in marketing — what even are those? How do you transition from traditional marketing to digital marketing? We talk about all these things and more on this episode.Support the show

    Vision, Passion, and Future - 904Now Interview

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 19:52


    Listen into my interview on the 904Now internet show where I talk about business growth, teams, vision, passion, and future. Support the show

    Own Your Past, Change Your Future with Dr. John Delony

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 41:44


    Hustle, run, charge ahead, and pull yourself up by your bootstraps! So much of entrepreneurship is like this, but if we're not careful, we can end up mentally unwell faster than we think. When that happens it affects everyone around us. It's easy to end up in a place where our past and false stories are crafting the narrative of our life that isn't helpful or healthy. In this episode, I talk with Dr. John Delony from Ramsey Solutions about how we can own our past and change our future. This conversation will create value for all leaders, owners, and entrepreneurs. Support the show

    5 Things You Must Know Before You Build an App

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 13:50


    A lot of people are looking for different kinds of apps for their business. Every now and then people think, “I can't find an app that does what I need. I need to build a custom app". Along the way, I've seen people do that really well and not really well. I'd like to give you a few tips that will help you build an app successfully. If you are thinking about building an app, there are 5 things you need to know before you start.Support the show

    Is Traditional or Digital Marketing Better? Featuring Ali Guy

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 40:57


    Lots of folks want to know where to put their marketing dollars. After all, they're limited and we want them to be effective. Ultimately, your marketing should help you get attention and acquire customers. If it's not doing that, it's just a massive waste of time and money. But where should you focus those efforts? Traditional or Digital?In this episode, I interview Ali Guy, the Senior Marketing Account Manager to explore that question and what she's learned through years in the business that can help you.   Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Creating a Non-Profit that Lasts with Sherri & Dean Porter from Hunger Fight

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 43:30


    We are usually talking to for profit businesses, but creating a non-profit from scratch has a lot of similarities. You need a mission, you need to get people on board, you need systems and processes, and so much more. On this episode, I talk to Sherri & Dean Porter who have distributed over 13 MILLION meals to kids here in Florida over the last 9 years at Hunger Fight.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    The Business Playbook with Chris Ronzio

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 44:47


    Most business leaders and owners find themselves stuck in the whirlwind of business. The path out of that is with a clear business playbook that outlines your systems and processes in a way that others can follow. In this episode, I talk to the CEO of Trainual.com and author of The Business Playbook, Chris Ronzio. He gives practical strategies on how to finally get systems and processes that work for you and your business. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Pivot, Pivot, Pivot & Lightning the Hamster with Hannah Evans

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 38:49


    This internal team member interview is with our Coaching Operations Manager, Hannah Evans. She started in one role, is in a totally different one now, has led major live events, and deals with my chaos. We talk about how to delegate well, how to work with an assistant, what it's like to plan a major event, and how to pivot into new roles and opportunities — oh, and Lightning the hamster. We hope this interview gives you inside insights that help you and your team grow.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Scaling an Agency with Jon Tsourakis

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 35:47


    There's a big blue ocean of opportunity out there and on this episode, I talk to fellow agency owner, Jon Tsourakis. We talk about how he was fired from the family business at a young age, he once increased a product cost from $500/mo to $3500/mo overnight and much more.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

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    Business, Family, and Marriage - How to Juggle it All!

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 44:44


    Many entrepreneurs end up feeling burnt out and that often takes a toll on their marriage and family. In this episode, I share a special Q&A my wife and I did at a recent event we hosted on the topic of Business, Family, and Marriage. We answer specific questions about what's worked (and not worked) for us to not only have a thriving business but a thriving marriage after nearly two decades.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    The Tension of Transition from Doer to Director with Travis Sutphin

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 23:43


    On this episode I talk to Travis Sutphin, Director of Development at Business Builders. Travis started here 6 years ago as a developer and today runs the entire development department. We talk about his move from WV to FL, the transition from developer to director, our systems and processes, and the tension required to propel an organization forward.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    5 Key Elements to Marketing

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 18, 2022 19:04


    A lot of people spend a lot of money on marketing that doesn't work. Is your marketing plan making you money or draining your resources? In this episode, I talk about the 5 key elements you need to be successful in marketing for your business. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Building with Collaboration over Competition with Tyler Pigott

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 54:43


    Many business leaders obsess over their competition. On this episode, I interview a "competitor" in our space because we both believe that collaboration is more valuable than competition. We talk about how to build an agency (or any business) over time, what pitfalls we've run into, and how to care well for those around you as a leader. Tyler Pigott, founder of Lone Fir Creative is my guest on this episode.    Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    3 Tips to Stay On Track & On Mission

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 17:20


    Every year, we set resolutions, personally and professionally. Unfortunately, we often fail to actually get to those goals. In this episode, I share practical advice on how to stay on track and on a mission so that you can live your life and build your business on purpose. When you're making intentional progress, it gets you out of the whirlwind and makes you feel a sense of meaning in life.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Building a Business without Sacrificing Family: The Work Life Blender with Jay Owen

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 25:01


    If there is one thing that Jay gets the most questions about from other entrepreneurs, it's this subject - Work Life Balance. He's raised five kids while building a business so he has learned a lot over the years. This is a special episode that walks through stories and tips that Jay believes will help you build a business that lasts without being stressed out, worn out, and ready to quit but, more importantly, without sacrificing family and friends. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Working with Family, Transitioning Roles, & Dealing with Change with Kari Keil

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 28:07


    Every wondered if you should or should not hire family? Me too! I struggled with the idea for years, but today, one of my sisters works on our team at Business Builders. On this episode, I talk to her (Kari Keil) about working with family, transitioning roles, & dealing with change. If these are things you've struggled with, you'll enjoy this behind the scenes conversation.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    4 Foundational Items Every Business Needs

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 23, 2021 23:59


    Most businesses are started in order to create more freedom, make more money, or follow a passion. Unfortunately most businesses aren't successful at making that happen. Many business leaders end up feeling worn out, stressed out, and ready to quit. On this episode I share the four foundations of business that have helped our team at Business Builders grow year over year for over 23 years. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Using Guiding Principles to Lead with Letti & Bo Bozard

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 60:24


    Many people talk about core values or building principles, but very often, they just become letters on a wall at most. In this episode, we unpack how Guiding Principles have made decisions clear for building one of the most successful Ford & Lincoln Dealerships in the country. Letti & Bo Bozard are known in the community for how much they care for St. Augustine, how much they care for their team, and how driven they are to be the absolute best. We unpack how that has worked for them through family business transitions from generation to generation.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Changing a Brand After Two Decades with Chris Webster & Jay Owen

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 34:51


    Chris Webster is the President of Business Builders  but has been in almost every role in the business leading up to this point. Jay and Chris discuss the journey the company has been on and what lead to the company name change after over 20 years. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    #113 - 6 Core Human Needs with Alex Judd & Jay Owen

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 81:09


    This special episode was recorded originally for the Path for Growth podcast with Alex Judd and shared here with a new intro with special details about the future of the Building a Business that Lasts Podcast. We talk about the 6 core human needs, how they apply to personal growth, business growth, and life as a whole. Both Jay & Alex are on a mission to help leaders and companies grow in a healthy way. Want to grow a healthy business without crashing your life at the same time? This is your episode.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Episode 112 - The Busy Entrepreneur with Mike McDerment

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 39:12


    Behind every great success is a great story. Mike McDerment is the founder, board chair, and executive at FreshBooks, the #2 small business accounting software in the US. In this episode, he shares his experience, thoughts, and best advice on how to approach life as a busy entrepreneur. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Episode 111 - The True Measure of Success with Adii Pienaar

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 45:06


    Is your life profitable? Not just in money, but in everything else: family, friends, hobbies — the things that really matter and bring you the most happiness. That’s what Adii Pienaar is focused on. A published author and 3x company founder of Cogsy, Conversio, and WooCommerce, Adii has learned what it truly means to have a meaningful, fulfilling life as an entrepreneur, and he’s here to share just a few things he’s discovered along the way. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Episode 110 - Human Connection with Thom Singer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 42:44


    Conversations are the cornerstone of every relationship, and human connection matters more than we may think. Thom Singer is a growth leadership speaker who has acted as a “human connection catalyst” for more than a decade, and he’s here to share about business, relationships, and the importance of human connection. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Succession Planning with Steven Goodman

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 45:14


    You’re going to leave your business one of two ways: one, because you chose to leave it, or two, because you died. When you’re gone, what will happen to your business? You need to have a plan. The President and CEO of SHG Planning, Steven Goodman helps people preserve their legacies through estate and business succession planning. It’s a hard conversation to have, but something critical to think about and plan for today because tomorrow is never promised.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Authenticity in Business with Dave Will

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 68:10


    Our experiences help shape us and guide us toward our futures, and this is true even for business owners. Dave Will is currently the CEO and co-founder of PropFuel, an engagement platform, but his journey into the business world started long before then. Over time, he’s only learned what works for business, but also what really matters in life. This conversation gets deep, so join us as we talk authenticity, business moves, family, and so much more.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    What Entrepreneurs Should Know with Bryan Clayton

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 51:00


    How did you start your business, and where is it today? Bryan Clayton founded one of the largest landscaping companies in the state of Tennessee, and then sold it. Now, he’s the CEO of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care companies and helps those same companies run their businesses more efficiently. A co-founder, mentor, and real estate investor, Bryan’s got real-world experience and real-world advice that every entrepreneur should hear. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Stop Wasting Time with Josh Little

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 40:28


    If you could attend fewer meetings, would you? These days, we have access to so many different tools that allow us to work in a more productive way, and the right ones can change the way we work. Josh Little is a 4x founder whose passion for entrepreneurship has led him to create Volley, a video recording tool that replaces your meetings and frees up your schedule. Drawing from his experience and expertise, Josh shares wise counsel every entrepreneur should hear. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    How to Humanize Your Business with Darin Dawson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 52:44


    Have you ever seen a business have a total communication fail, either internally or externally? All business is built upon relationships, but many times, we miss the mark. Darin Dawson is the President & Co-founder of BombBomb.com, a company whose mission is to rehumanize the planet. His video email software helps people break through the digital noise to build human connection and get a “yes” faster and more often. For business owners, sincere, personalized communication with your team, customers, and everyone else is a good place to start. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Building a Better Team with Dean Hallett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2021 41:36


    Getting leadership right is hard work, and developing leaders can be even harder. However, it’s this work that can revolutionize your organization to build a strong culture and propel you toward success. Dean Hallett has provided leadership at the highest levels, including as EVP/CFO at Disney and Senior EVP at 20th Century Fox. Now, he helps organizations just like yours develop their leadership teams for happier, better organizations that thrive in a world of continual disruption. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Building a Strong Team with Ira Wolfe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 53:29


    People and personalities matter when it comes to hiring, building a trusted team, and working toward success in your business. Ira Wolfe is an expert in these things, including best practices in hiring and succession. If you want to build a strong, healthy team that helps your business succeed, then you have to understand — and apply — this formula. https://www.facebook.com/irawolfehttps://twitter.com/HireAuthoritySupport the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Elevate Your Business with Chris Prenovost

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2021 51:04


    In order to elevate your business and focus on the parts of it that you love, there are some things you need to do first. Chris Prenovost is a professional EOS implementer who helps business leaders fall back in love with their businesses by learning about — and implementing — EOS, the Entrepreneurial Operating System. When you learn what it is, how it works, why you need it, and then implement it in your business, you can achieve incredible results. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Big Business Tips for Small Businesses with Tony Guarnaccia

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 35:29


    What does it take to get out of the frustration zone in business, and how do you find the resilience to get through it? Tony Guarnaccia is a business founder, strategist, and consultant who helps small businesses grow and succeed by teaching them exactly what to do and how to do it. Find out what he discovered while working with market leaders across hundreds of niches and learn how you can apply his knowledge to your business. https://www.facebook.com/guarnacciahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyguarnaccia/https://www.instagram.com/tony.g.guarnaccia/https://twitter.com/tony_guarnacciaSupport the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    A Special Offer for You

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 6:29


    Listen to today's episode for a limited-time promo code to get a big discount on your ticket for Business Builders Live in March!Without the right knowledge, you can get stuck as an entrepreneur. I’m here to teach you how to build a business that lasts and grows regardless of the environment, including the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Leading & Selling with Noble Purpose with Lisa McLeod

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 43:37


    People need to know their life has meaning. If you know that what you do for work makes a difference, your whole life changes. Lisa McLeod is a strategy consultant, executive coach, and keynote speaker who helps people just like you find meaning in their work and get money from it at the same time (yes, it’s really possible). Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Following Your Framework with David Henzel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 43:49


    Do you make decisions based on your mission, vision, and values? Do your employees? What about your family? And yourself? These things don’t just apply to businesses — they apply to families and individuals, too. When you know what your mission, vision, and values are, then you have a framework in place to help you better make decisions in life. UpCoach CEO and veteran entrepreneur David Henzel has some powerful counsel and wisdom about these things that are truly worth hearing. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Start Your Own Business with Christine Blackledge

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 25:34


    Sometimes the best way to start a new business is to see something you don’t like in the world, think, “I can make that better,” and then do just that. When Christine Blackledge had a personal experience that prompted her to reinvent home health care, she went for it. Now, her business has gone international and she teaches others to do what she once did herself: start nursing agencies and healthcare businesses. If you need inspiration or encouragement, don’t miss this heartfelt conversation with a passionate, thoughtful business leader. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    How to Scale and Sustain with Tatiana Tsoir

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 42:53


    Have you ever wondered how to take a traditional business, like law or accounting, and convert it into something that’s more scalable from a profitability standpoint and more sustainable from a personal standpoint? An accountant, an author, and a true professional, Tatiana Tsoir has turned her agency into something that works for her, her life, and her team. Find out how you can do the same (and get some good accounting tips as a bonus). Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Write Your Book, Finally with Laura Gale

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 51:27


    Have you ever thought about writing a book but haven’t done it because you don’t have the time? If you have thought about it, have you ever considered using a ghostwriter to help you tell your story? Ghostwriting isn’t cheating because it’s still your ideas, your thoughts, and your words — you’re just getting a little help putting those things down on paper. Laura Gale is a ghostwriter who helps entrepreneurs and business owners write, publish, and market powerful, profitable books that transform their businesses. In this episode, she shares incredible insight about book development and how it can help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    It’s Always Personal with Lori Hibma

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 45:53


    Some people like to say, “Business isn’t personal.” But that’s not true. If you’re a person, it’s personal — and that includes business. For business leaders, there’s so much more to your day-to-day operations than work because life can change in an instant, and those life changes can have a big impact on your business. Lori Hibma is a skilled CEO who knows all too well how life can affect work. It’s always personal, and if you’re a business leader, this is one enlightening conversation you need to hear. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Franchising Done Right with Lance Graulich

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 52:55


    Have you ever considered running a franchise, or franchising your existing business? Franchises are great because they provide an opportunity where there’s already a proven platform in place so you’re more likely to succeed. ION Franchising Founder & CEO Lance Graulich runs a franchise consulting firm that helps people build businesses that last. If you’ve ever thought about franchising in any capacity, you don’t want to miss out on this valuable information from a franchise pro! Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Using Email to Succeed with Tom Kulzer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 50:07


    These days, we send a lot of emails. When we automate those emails, it gives us space to focus on other important aspects of our businesses. Tom Kulzer, founder of AWeber, knows the value of email automation because he runs one of the most successful email automation systems in the nation. Every day, he helps small businesses communicate well by email with a powerfully-simple email marketing solution. In this episode, Tom shares his best advice about scaling your business, overcoming roadblocks, and using successful email strategies. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Scale Your Business with Veronica Sagastume

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 47:26


    As a leader, there’s a lot you need to know about growing your business. Veronica Sagastume is a business strategist and consultant who helps businesses successfully grow their revenue, increase their gross margin performance, and build infrastructures that help them handle their substantial growth. You don’t have to feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and confused when it comes to growing your business. When you’re armed with the right strategy and knowledge, you can confidently scale your business online. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Do Less, Achieve More with Crista Grasso

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 41:15


    Have you ever wondered if you can achieve more by doing less? Good news — you can. Crista Grasso helps business owners do just that through her lean out method, a combination of strategic planning and lean business practices that help business owners focus on what matters most so they can achieve more by doing less. If you want to drive maximum value for your customers and maximum profits for your business without overworking and overwhelming yourself, then this conversation is for you.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Small-Business Success with Carl Gould

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 45:23


    Would you consider yourself a successful business owner? How much do you know about business growth? Believe it or not, we all still have a lot to learn, no matter how successful we are. Carl Gould has spent three decades as a business growth advisor. As a worldwide leading authority on business and entrepreneurship, he’s an expert on executive coaching, business mentoring, and performance training. In this episode, he shares his top tips that come from his best-selling book The 7 Stages of Small‑Business Success. Listen in to find out how you can be an effective, successful business owner for years to come. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Finding Success with Kathy Bowman Atkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 38:52


    As a business owner, sometimes, you just need to tap into the knowledge of a seasoned expert and soak up everything you can. Kathy Bowman Atkins is the CEO and founder of The Lattitude Group, a business strategy and leadership development firm that helps businesses get results. In this episode, she shares her thoughts on mentorship, teams, clients, and other important things all business owners should know. She even shares access to a downloadable guide to help business owners prepare for the future: http://go.lattitudegroup.com/. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    How Self-Awareness Helps You Lead Well with Trey Sheneman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 46:17


    Do you ever ask yourself the hard questions? Questions about your purpose, your feelings, your behavior, your strengths — the things that really matter? Trey Sheneman does. As the executive director of marketing in the financial peace division at Ramsey Solutions, Trey is the epitome of self-aware. As a leader, self-awareness matters. So do vulnerability and humility. In this episode, Trey and I talk about the hard things as leaders and people. We get real. If you could use some real talk right now, this episode is for you. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Walk the Edge with Jenny Fenig

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 50:40


    Have you ever gotten to a point in life and wondered, “Is this what I’m made for? Is this what I’m supposed to be doing?” Sometimes making transitions in life after we’ve made big commitments in education and careers can be really overwhelming. But transitions aren’t all bad — sometimes, they can lead you to exactly where you’re supposed to be, doing exactly what you’re supposed to do. Jenny Fenig knows all about that. As her own boss, these days, she leads a coaching and training company for women entrepreneurs, and she loves it. If you’ve been considering a transition, allow this episode to encourage you to take a chance. Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

    Be the Banker with Mark Willis

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2020 46:06


    When it comes to your finances, the right strategies and tools make all the difference. It’s not enough to just know about them, though — you have to apply them, too. Lake Growth Financial Services CFP® Mark Willis helps people build wealth in a safe and predictable manner so they can create tax-free income for life. Listen in to find out how you can be your own banker with his expert advice.Support the show (http://buildingabusinessthatlasts.com)

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