Podcasts about business health check

Understanding key trends can be the difference between staying ahead or falling behind in your consulting business. In this final episode of 2024, Melisa Liberman breaks down the six essential trends that will shape independent consulting in 2025, helping you position your business for greater success.You'll learn why these trends matter and get practical strategies to leverage them in your business. If you want to stay competitive and grow your consulting practice in 2025, this episode provides your strategic roadmap.In This Episode:Why the growing number of independents creates opportunityHow AI and automation impact consulting businessesThe increasing focus on business longevityFuture of work trends affecting consultantsThe rise of consultant-specific software solutionsWhy consultants are building consortiumsListen now to position your consulting business for success in 2025.Companion Resource:

Planning for 2025 can be the difference between another year of incremental growth and transformational success in your consulting business. In this episode, Melisa Liberman breaks down the five essential steps to make 2025 your best year yet, helping you move beyond basic goal setting to create real, sustainable growth.You'll learn why traditional planning approaches often fail independent consultants and get a practical framework for setting yourself up for success. If you're ready to make 2025 different from years past, this episode provides your roadmap.In This Episode:How to set vision-aligned goals that actually motivate youWhy establishing your baseline is crucial for growthA practical framework for breaking down your planHow to anticipate and overcome obstacles proactivelyEssential steps to ensure consistent follow-throughListen now to unlock the potential of strategic planning for your consulting business.Companion Resource:

Are you making a common sales mistake that's costing you clients and credibility? In this episode, Melisa Liberman reveals why letting potential clients take the lead in your sales process undermines your expertise and provides practical strategies to position yourself as the trusted advisor from the first conversation.You'll learn why many independent consultants fall into this trap and get actionable steps to take control of your sales process. If you find yourself constantly responding to client requests rather than leading the conversation, this episode will transform your approach to consulting sales.In This Episode:The impact of letting clients lead your sales processThree key prerequisites for taking control of your sales conversationsThree mindset shifts that foster successful client interactionsPractical examples of consultant-led sales processesFive steps to implement these strategies immediatelyListen now to unlock the potential of leading your consulting sales process with confidence.Companion Resource: 

Managing your consulting pipeline effectively can be the difference between feast-or-famine and predictable revenue. In this episode, Melisa interviews Gosia Fitzgerald, co-founder and CFO of OnePageCRM, who shares insider knowledge on how successful consultants track and convert leads without getting overwhelmed by complex systems.You'll learn why many independent consultants struggle with pipeline management, common mistakes to avoid, and practical solutions that work specifically for independent consultants. If you've been tracking leads in spreadsheets or wondering if you need a CRM, this episode provides clarity and actionable steps forward.In This Episode:Why traditional CRMs often fail independent consultantsThe three key elements of effective pipeline managementHow to know when you're ready for a CRM systemReal examples of successful follow-up strategiesPractical tips for implementing a simple lead tracking systemListen now to unlock the potential of effective pipeline management in your consulting business.Companion Resource: 

Do you find yourself waiting to feel confident until you land the next client or hit a certain revenue goal? This common "chicken and egg" effect keeps many consultants stuck in a cycle of self-doubt. In this episode, Melisa Liberman breaks down why waiting for external validation is holding you back and provides practical tools to build authentic confidence that drives results.In This Episode:Why confidence matters more than experience or credentialsThe dangerous cycle of waiting for external validationWhere true confidence really comes fromThe BE-DO-HAVE framework for authentic confidenceA practical tool to implement confidence on demandListen now to unlock the secret to building unshakeable confidence in your independent consulting business.

Taking control of your consulting business results can be the difference between stagnation and growth. In this episode, Melisa Liberman breaks down why consultants often feel powerless against external factors and provides a practical framework to regain control of your business outcomes, regardless of economic conditions or market timing.You'll learn how to identify where you're making excuses, develop an ownership mindset, and get actionable steps to take back control of your results. If you've been feeling at the mercy of external circumstances, this episode is your roadmap to renewed business confidence.In This Episode:The common reasons consultants feel out of controlWhy your brain seeks evidence to support limiting beliefsThe real impact of external factors vs internal mindsetA powerful tool for taking 100% responsibilityThree steps to implement more control immediatelyListen now to unlock the potential of taking full ownership of your consulting business results.Companion Resource: 

Inbound lead generation can be the difference between a thriving consulting business and a stagnant one. In this episode, Melisa Liberman breaks down the essential strategies to attract leads who actively seek out your expertise, so you can spend more time on meaningful work and less on chasing down potential clients.You'll learn the prerequisites to drive inbound leads effectively, develop the right mindset, and get actionable steps you can start implementing today. If you've been wanting to bring in more business without the constant hustle, this episode is your roadmap.In This Episode:The definition and importance of inbound leads for consultantsThree key prerequisites for creating a sustainable inbound lead generation systemFive mindset shifts that foster successful inbound strategiesPractical examples of inbound lead generation tailored to consultantsFive steps to put these strategies into action immediatelyListen now to unlock the potential of generating inbound leads for your independent consulting business.Companion Resource:

In this episode of Grow Your Independent Consulting Business, Melisa Liberman dives into a transformative mindset shift—treating your business as your own best client. She shares some practical steps and strategies that independent consultants can adopt to ensure they prioritize their business growth and maintain consistency in their operations.Key Topics Covered:Why you should view your business as one of your clients.The four major benefits of applying this mindset.Tactical and logistical ways to onboard and engage with yourself as a client.Real-life case studies showcasing this practice in action.Strategies for balancing personal workload and prioritizing your business.Actionable steps to implement these insights into your consulting routine.Listen now to learn how adopting this perspective can help you manage your business more effectively and achieve your long-term goals.Companion Resource:

In this episode of Grow Your Independent Consulting Business, Melisa Liberman digs into creating and managing excess demand for your independent consulting business. She covers why generating more demand than you can handle is a powerful strategy that allows you to build a business that's both scalable and sustainable. Melisa walks through her “Excess Demand Protocol,” designed to help you navigate demand challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth, increased pricing, and greater client selectivity. In This Episode:Defining "Excess Demand" and its role in consulting successWhy more demand than you can handle is a positive business strategyFive strategies to increase demand in your pipelineIntroducing the “Excess Demand Protocol” for strategic demand managementMethods for leveraging subcontractors, referrals, and short-term contractsMindset shifts to handle excess demand confidentlyTake your consulting business to the next level by understanding how to strategically manage demand, increase your consulting value, and ensure your business meets your flexibility and revenue goals.Companion Resource:

Are you struggling with turning contacts into consulting leads? This is a common issue for many independent consultants who struggle to move a conversation from a general connection into a valuable business opportunity. In this episode, Melisa Liberman shares her BLCS tool to help you take control of your pipeline and unlock more consulting opportunities.Melisa breaks down the common mindset blocks that hold consultants back from making this shift, along with practical steps to break through these barriers. If you've been stuck in the friend zone with potential clients or unsure how to advance your conversations, this episode will give you the tools and confidence to turn contacts into leads effectively.In This Episode:How to define and differentiate between contacts, leads, and opportunities in your consulting business.The importance of overcoming the “friend zone” when networking.Understanding the BLCS tool and how it can help you bridge contacts into leads.Four mindset barriers preventing consultants from moving contacts into leads.How to develop a pipeline formula that provides more predictability and peace of mind.Listen to the full episode for actionable insights on how to generate more leads and build a predictable pipeline for your consulting business with confidence.Companion Resource:

Are you ready to take your consulting business to the next level? In this episode, Melisa Liberman shares a powerful mindset shift that can help you make more money, land better engagements, and set yourself up for long-term success: thinking of yourself as the managing partner of your independent consulting business.Melisa explains into what it means to adopt the managing partner mindset, how it can change the way you prioritize your time, and the strategies that will help you generate more fulfilling client relationships. This mindset will allow you to maximize your impact, elevate your business, and build long-term, profitable client engagements.In this episode, you'll learn:The game-changing impact of adopting a managing partner mindset in your businessHow to shift your priorities and manage your time like a managing partnerEight key attributes to help you run your consulting practice more effectivelyA real-life case study of a consultant who successfully implemented this approachIf you're ready to make more money and run a more effective business, don't miss this episode.Resources:Consultant's Business Health Check - icassessment.com"Grow Your Consulting Business: The 14-Step Roadmap to Make Your Independent Consulting Goals a Reality" by Melisa Liberman - https://www.melisaliberman.com/bookFull show notes and more information: https://shownotes.melisaliberman.com/episode-188/Interested in working with Melisa? Visit consultmelisa.com to apply for a consultation and explore coaching opportunities.Want help achieving your consulting business goals? Melisa can help. Click here for more on coaching tailored to you as an independent consulting business owner.

Many independent businesses have left Grafton Street in recent years with large chains replacing them. This is a major contributing factor that has led to the changes felt by many in recent years on Dublin's most famous shopping street. To discuss, Bobby is joined by:Frank McDonald, Dublin author & former Environment Editor of The Irish Times.Dairne McCarthy of Cornucopia on Wicklow StreetDamian Byrne of the Camer Centre here on Grafton Street.Mark smith Srore manager Great outdoors on Chatham streetBobby was Broadcasting live from the Three Store on Grafton Street to celebrate Three's Grants for Small Businesses Programme for 2024.

Send us a Text Message.Hello again! I hope you're ready for my second bonus episode packed with actionable insights to turbocharge your business! Did you take up the challenge from our last bonus episode and dive into your business health check? Summary:In today's episode, I'm diving deep into the results of your business health check. Whether you're soaring with high scores or feeling a bit deflated, there is valuable wisdom to be gleaned. From mindset mastery to knowing your numbers inside out, we'll explore the common challenges and key areas for improvement that emerged from your scores.Key Takeaways:Mindset Mastery: Your mindset sets the tone for your business success. Learn to manage it like a pro to overcome obstacles and seize opportunities.Know Your Numbers: Understanding your business's financial health is non-negotiable. Dive into your numbers to make informed decisions and drive profitability.Systems and Processes: Transform your business into a well-oiled machine by implementing efficient systems and processes. Free up your time and energy for what truly matters.Taking Action: Don't let your business health check results gather dust in your inbox. Take inspired action to address areas for improvement and propel your business forward.Ready to turn your business's potential into reality? Dive into today's episode for practical strategies and insights to elevate your business game. And remember, the journey to success is a marathon, not a sprint. Let's thrive together!Resources: Score App: https://bizhealthcheck.scoreapp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivebusinesscoaching https://www.facebook.com/thrivebizcoaching https://thrive-businesscoaching.com/ Book your business and marketing audit call here - we only have 5 slots per month! https://call.thrive-businesscoaching.com/business-audit Book a Discovery Call to find out how our programs can help you grow your business https://call.thrive-businesscoaching.com/discovery-call https://thrive-businesscoaching.com/podcast/what-is-your-qbr/ If you've found value in this podcast, I'd greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps others discover the show and join our community. Thank you for your support!: https://ratethispodcast.com/tyb This podcast is sponsored by the team at HMDG

Send us a Text Message.Hello, it's Katie Bell here, and welcome to a special bonus episode of the Treat Your Business podcast. Today, I've got something crucial to share with you. Ever found yourself neglecting your lawnmower until it's sputtering and wheezing? Well, I've been there, and it got me thinking. If we're diligent about servicing our household gadgets, why do so many of us neglect to service our businesses?Summary:In this bonus episode, I delve into the importance of giving your business a thorough health check. Just like your car or lawnmower, your business needs regular maintenance to thrive. I'll walk you through why this is crucial, what it entails, and how it can save you time and money, and boost your profits.Key Takeaways:Mindset Shift: Move from survival mode to thriving mode. Your business shouldn't just survive; it should flourish.Data Insights: Shocking statistics reveal that many businesses don't survive beyond five years. But it's not just about survival; it's about growth.Actionable Steps: Take two to four minutes to complete our Business Health Check. It's free, simple, and offers invaluable insights into five critical areas of your business.Personalised Feedback: Receive a tailored action plan based on your results. Whether you're a green, amber, or red, we've got strategies to help you level up.Don't let your business stagnate or falter. Tune in to learn why your business needs an MOT and how it can propel you towards success. And remember, the only way is up!Resources: Score App: https://bizhealthcheck.scoreapp.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivebusinesscoaching https://www.facebook.com/thrivebizcoaching https://thrive-businesscoaching.com/ Book your business and marketing audit call here - we only have 5 slots per month! https://call.thrive-businesscoaching.com/business-audit Book a Discovery Call to find out how our programs can help you grow your business https://call.thrive-businesscoaching.com/discovery-call https://thrive-businesscoaching.com/podcast/what-is-your-qbr/ If you've found value in this podcast, I'd greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps others discover the show and join our community. Thank you for your support!: https://ratethispodcast.com/tyb This podcast is sponsored by the team at HMDG

Over a million people started businesses in 2023. Twenty percent of new businesses fail within the first twelve months. How can you build a solid foundation for your business to avoid being a statistic? Forty percent of businesses fail within the first three years. With such alarming statistics, the question becomes, what does a business need to succeed? First and foremost, you must build a solid foundation. What does building a solid foundation for success for your brand and business mean? Building a solid foundation for your brand and business means taking the smart action steps in the correct order. Not piecemealing your business strategy and leaving success up to hope. When you build a solid foundation upfront, the sky becomes the limit. You won't have to backpedal. There will be no one step forward, two steps backward. Likewise, you won't have to fail your way forward. I can tell you from experience that trying to grow and scale your business alone is no fun, and you will do a lot of backpedaling. Not only is it not fun, but it also delays progress and achieving goals. So, what does a business need to succeed? Of course, there are many facets to a successful business, but the core components you need include: Clarity Website Personal brand strategy Business plan Offers/Pricing Processes and Automation Brand marketing strategy What does a business need to succeed? Not social media. Digital marketing is a crucial component of your business strategy. However, social media is not the be-all and end-all of digital marketing. You can grow your business without social media. More critically, it is worth noting that your business's foundation is not built on social media. All foundational components of your business are on platforms that you own. Your website, email list, and podcast if you have one.  Does your business need a health check? When did you start your business? How long have you been trying to grow it to a sustainable level of success, where clients find you like clockwork? I'm offering a business health check if you aren't where you want to be. This entry-level, low-ticket offer will give you an extra set of eyes on your business. I will do a deep dive review of your business - your personal brand, messaging, website, and overall online visibility. Upon completion of the evaluation, you will receive a video recording and PDF with my recommendations and strategies that you can implement immediately for more opportunities to attract clients and achieve sustainable success. Click here to learn more about the Business Health Check and purchase yours today. Additional resources to help you succeed: How To Start and Grow A Blog To Reach Your Ideal Audience 5 Crucial Strategies To Start And Grow A Sustainable Business Without Social Media Read the full show notes and access all links for additional resources on each component listed above. 

Hello, and welcome back to the Treat Your Business podcast with me, Katie Bell. In this episode, we're diving deep into the essential aspects of keeping great people in your team. As a leader, it's not just about hiring; it's about nurturing and empowering your team to thrive. Join me as we explore the five key strategies that can transform your leadership and create a world-class team that drives consistent, sustainable success. So, are you ready to elevate your leadership game? Let's dive in!Summary and Key Takeaways:Clear Plan and Vision: A lack of a clear plan and vision is detrimental to your team's success. As a leader, it's your responsibility to articulate a strategic vision that guides your team towards common goals and objectives.Empowerment and Delegation: Micromanagement stifles creativity and hampers productivity. Empower your team members by delegating tasks according to their strengths and expertise, and trust them to take ownership of their work.Authentic Leadership: Lead by example and foster a culture of transparency, authenticity, and ethical decision-making. Your behaviour sets the tone for the entire organisation, so demonstrate the values and behaviours you expect from your team.Effective Communication: Poor communication breeds confusion and undermines productivity. Establish clear channels of communication and encourage open feedback within your team. Prioritise continuous improvement and growth through constructive feedback.Recognition and Reward: Recognize and reward your employees for their contributions, fostering a culture of appreciation and motivation. Fair compensation and opportunities for growth are essential for employee engagement and retention.By focusing on these key areas of leadership development, you can cultivate a positive and productive work environment, driving success and inspiring your team to achieve their full potential.Don't forget to check out our free Business Health Check tool, designed to assess your business across key areas and provide tailored feedback for improvement. Take the first step towards unlocking your business's full potential today!Thank you for listening to the Treat Your Business podcast! Remember, the journey to success is ongoing, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. Reach out to me to continue this conversation and explore how we can unlock your business's full potential. Together, let's thrive!Resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivebusinesscoaching https://www.facebook.com/thrivebizcoaching https://thrive-businesscoaching.com/ Book your business and marketing audit call here - we only have 5 slots per month! https://call.thrive-businesscoaching.com/business-audit https://thrive-businesscoaching.com/podcast/what-is-your-qbr/ Rate This Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/tyb This podcast is sponsored by the team at HMDG

Awakened Life Podcast - Interview with Brian Veeder "Navigating Business Valuation and Optimization” Awakened Life Podcast Season 4 Ep. 22 --- In this episode of "Awakened Life with Scott Landis," we're joined by Brian Veeder, a seasoned professional driven by his passion for optimization in organizations through operational and leadership excellence. Brian's extensive background spans various industries, lending him unique experiences and perspectives that he skillfully utilizes in his advisory services for both businesses and non-profit organizations. Hailing from central Illinois, Brian's journey includes experiences across different sectors, ranging from electronic test equipment for wireless communications to production agriculture, trucking, transportation, finance, and charitable giving in the nonprofit world. His diverse career history has enriched him with a broad spectrum of perspectives, relationships, and experiences. Brian's recent role as a leader at Kahuna Accounting allowed him to deeply engage with the day-to-day needs of the business, making significant contributions in an operations capacity. Beyond this, he is known for his expertise in business valuation services, particularly catering to small business owners who seek to maximize their business's value for optimal growth. With a heartfelt commitment to his community, Brian also dedicates his time as a part-time pastor at a local church in the Bloomington-Normal area. He raises his two children in LeRoy, embodying his values both personally and professionally. In this engaging conversation, Brian shares his insights on the significance of business valuation beyond the conventional buying and selling context. He underscores the importance of valuing a business as an ongoing tool for growth and self-advocacy. Moreover, Brian's passion for helping non-profit organizations achieve operational excellence and leadership growth shines through, offering a holistic perspective that extends beyond the corporate realm. Join us as Brian and Scott dive into the intricacies of business valuation, operational excellence, and the power of community support through their mutual connection in the Executive Mastermind community. This episode promises to provide practical insights and inspiration for business owners, leaders, and nonprofit organizations alike. to reach Brian: bveeder@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandveeder/ To Get a free Business Health Check for your business go to: https://www.awakenedlife.com/bhc --- To find greater balance in your work and life, download the Total Freedom (life wheel) Exercise here: wheel.awakenedlife.com To join the Awakened Life Community at our next live retreat in Scottsdale, please apply here: https://www.awakenedlife.live/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-landis/message

What does achieving Pet Business Bliss look like for you? More time?  More money? More freedom?  More traveling?  Whatever it looks like, you deserve it, but it's going to take a lot of hard work to get there, of course. Owning a pet business is no joke, after all.  But what if you knew where to focus your time and attention? What if you could pinpoint all the moving parts of what makes up a successful business and list out tangible steps to conquer each of those parts?  You can– using the Pet Boss Success Pillars. In this episode, Candace is going to: ✨ Introduce what the Pet Boss Success Pillars are.  And explain how each building block is an important puzzle piece to your unique Pet Business Bliss!  ✨ Run a Business Health Check. This will reveal exactly where you stand in your journey toward Bliss and which foundational pieces of your business need the MOST attention. ✨ How this helped her reach success in the past!  After starting, scaling, and selling three different pet businesses, she has seen it all, and these foundational pieces are MUSTS to being successful. ✨ List out your choices… What is your next step? Where will each decision lead you?  Listen in to see MORE success faster and with fewer headaches!  View Transcript Show Notes Join Us Online Find us on Facebook Join our Free Pet Industry Facebook Group Follow us on Instagram Read our Blog

The start of a new year and financial year are two of my favourite times to stop, reflect and get everything neat and tidy ready for your next rise!  It's the things that we need to do behind the scenes of the business that can make such a big massive difference - but, because they're non-urgent, they're often missed.  To help you out, I've put together your EOFY Business Health Check and made you a quick reference guide to go with it!  Get your free EOFY Checklist here

Did you set goals for your business at the start of the year, back in January?   If you're like most entrepreneurs, I'm sure you did. But, unlike most other entrepreneurs, you are NOT going to wait until December to assess your progress on those goals because we're diving into that right now.    In today's post, I'm guiding you through a midyear check-in for your business. Midyear is the perfect time to realistically determine if the path you're on is still serving your larger goals, or if it's time to reroute your GPS to make the most of the second half of 2022.    Read on to find out how to organize your own midyear review.   And don't worry - this is a judgment and stress-free exercise. Wherever you are right now is exactly where you're supposed to be. We're 6 months into 2022 - exactly halfway through the year.    It's the middle of the year, and we're coming up on the summer solstice, which is a beautiful representation of all the light, beauty, and abundance that's ahead of us. I find that now is a really good time to do a midyear business health check.    What do I mean by this?    Well, let's say you're headed out in your car on a long road trip. At the start, you pop your destination into your GPS and hit the road. Though at some point, when you're making a pit stop, you (along with your GPS) will check the conditions and look out for any upcoming traffic or other issues. Your GPS may end up rerouting you to ensure you're still on the best route to your destination.  The same system of assessing your route along the way is also an excellent idea for your business.    Most entrepreneurs set goals at the same time in January. Then, they head out into their year focused on trying to achieve X. Some get there, some don't. Come December, they check-in with the original goal and see where they ended up.     But here's the thing - January to December is too long of a time to go without a check-in. If you wait the entire year, you miss opportunities to reroute yourself. Your goals may have been better served and more likely to be attained if they'd been assessed along the way and potentially rerouted. And you can only make the decision to reroute if you always know exactly where you are, where you're trying to go, and the obstacles in between.  Where are you right now in your business?    In beginning your assessment, start by determining where you're at and where you want to go from here.    What does my current situation look like?   Am I actually producing what I want to produce?   Are things happening in the way I want them to happen?   Is my business giving me the freedom and joy that I want?   Where do I want to go with the rest of my year? The key here, especially as you get rolling, is to not be hard on yourself. Even if you're not where you wanted to be, that's ok. You are exactly where you are. There's no going backwards, so don't beat yourself up over it.    Wherever you are right now is exactly where you're supposed to be. Know this, accept this.    Acceptance allows you to take a step back and assess the big picture without judgment.     Are you where you want to be? If not, what are you going to do about it?   Are you fulfilling your purpose on a daily basis and doing what lights you up? Do you feel like your gifts are being put out into the world in a way that serves your clients in the best way possible?   You can use this midyear check-in as both a reality check and a wake-up call.  How to conduct your midyear business health check   Begin by finding a place where you can feel comfortable and get quiet. You want your environment to be a container that supports you. Maybe get a cozy blanket and a journal.    During this time, I want you to be a kind guide and mentor to yourself. Because if you're going to be honest with yourself, this is not about shame. This is about grounding yourself into a place where you feel super comfortable to journal on your deepest, most inner thoughts about your current reality, free of judgment.    Next, determine how you're spending your days. What is your intention? If you have an intention, you have a focus. And that's how you get better, little by little, day by day. What is it in your business that you want to continue to improve upon? Maybe it's creating more freedom, maybe it's creating more boundaries, maybe it's creating more sales, maybe it's creating more leads, maybe it's finally creating that funnel. Sometimes these goals/intentions can span over multiple weeks. The important thing is that you're not just waking up each day and attacking your to-do list without intention. That's a quick way to lose track of your intended route.    In this step, you're ultimately determining where you're at, what's working, what isn't, and what you want to improve upon moving forward.    This midyear check-in is also a fantastic time to check on your business' financial health.    Take a look at your profit number. Profit is different from revenue, and it's important to note the distinction. Your profit is going to give you your actual income, after expenses. Is this number something that you can live off of, and something that creates the freedom you're seeking?   Next, take a look at your business expenses, particularly recurring expenses. Make cuts accordingly for anything that's no longer necessary. Be mindful of where your money is going and how you're spending it.    Lastly, determine what you can do to bring in more leads, and thus, more sales and revenue. How can you better serve your clients in a scalable way?   Once you complete your midyear check-in, I'd love to hear how it went. DM me on Instagram and let me know what you tapped into. Please also share this with a business friend who needs to do a midyear check in of their own to recalibrate and reset where they're going on their map. 

Joe Pici helps you assess the health of your business and prepare for the new year. 

Businesses also get sick you know? Today, Harkheindzel Kenny Omiyale answers the questions relating to business health and how as entrepreneurs or business managers/owners you should check you business periodically to be sure its going to live long. Listen and share with friends.

CPAs are very busy people. They process an incredible amount of tax paperwork per year and provide data to their clients that may be hard to digest. Because of those reasons, according to this week’s guest, most people are unhappy with their CPAs. Joe DiSanto is a former owner of a Los Angeles-based multimillion-dollar production company and is now the founder of finance, business, and real estate firm called Play Louder. He’s basically an independent part-time Chief Financial Officer for small businesses. Where a CPA may fall short, DiSanto tries to fill the gap by making sure his clients know that he’s regularly available to provide his services and he helps them understand their books according to their level, save them money and just give them more than what they asked for. During this interview, you'll learn... The importance of a business health check The value of uncovering your client's excessive expenses How to successfully sell yourself as a bookkeeper to your future clients To find out more about Joe, click here. To learn more about Play Louder, visit this link.

Host Aron Bender is joined by John Musella, with the management team, for the SCV Chamber of Commerce to take the temperature of business in the 661. California Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced he expects businesses to be able to reopen at 100% capacity by June 15th, while still mandating masks. Thanks for listening! For more coverage of stories impacting the Santa Clarita Valley please visit www.signalscv.com. ••• Connect with John Musella at the SCV Chamber of Commerce: https://www.scvchamber.com/profiles/john-musella ••• To advertise on the SCV Signal News Podcast, or if you have comments, questions or guest ideas, please email abender@signalscv.com. Connect with Aron at www.aronbender.com. ••• Music provided by Argofox: Amidst - Awake https://youtu.be/JU-uCytFvmI

Hosted by award-winning business coach, speaker and author, Sean Purcell,  The Better Business Podcast is the show created to help small and medium business owners like you develop an entrepreneurial mindset, get clarity over your business direction, master the systems and processes needed to help you get ever more with ever less, and support you to create a business that can give you a better future.    This week on the show, Sean Purcell welcomes Penny Power OBE.   For 25 years, Penny has been supporting small businesses to thrive in an ever changing world. Alongside her husband Thomas, she created the first social network for businesses, ‘Ecademy' which grew to a membership of hundreds of thousands across the globe.   Penny was an early adopter of all things digital and built and sold 3 other businesses, spoke on global stages and published a number of books including ‘Business is Personal'.    During this time, Penny experienced many successes, including an OBE being awarded in 2014, but also suffered massive financial adversity and emotional hardship.    After a scary mental health incident whilst on stage, Penny went through a redesign to lead the life and business she wanted and began to encourage other entrepreneurs to do the same.   In this episode we speak about her journey in entrepreneurship, and her views on mental health and wellness, loneliness in business, and why offline networking and community will always have a vital role to play in being mentally fit.  For more info on Sean, head to:  https://sean-purcell.co.uk   For more info on Penny, head to:  https://www.pennypower.co.uk   To undertake Penny's Business Health Check-up, head to: https://www.pennypower.co.uk/businesshealthcheck    Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/millennialssean/   Connect with Sean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theseanpurcell/    Join our free Facebook group, The Better Business Network: https://www.facebook.com/groups/betterbusinessnetwork/

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Episode 50 covers one of the four main pillars of the 'Business Health Check' we discussed in episode 49 and delves in to the main parts of understanding the financials aspects of your Fitness Business.

Discover the 4 key areas we look at to determine the health of your Personal Training Business.

FIN - Funding Innovation Network is a NYC startup. FIN's goal is to help other startups be more successful, and they have created a very unique way to do so. FIN is providing a marketplace and echo system which helps connect startups with various service providers and investors.  They created a simple process which serves all participants of the echo system:A startup that wants to join, can take a free "business health test".An AI-based process gives te startup a health score from 0-100. A higher score means the startup is ready for funding.If the health score is too low, the system will provide a detailed breakdown of what should the startup improve, and suggest the relevant service providers, which can help them improve the score on areas in which they have a deficiency.Once the startup receives a high enough score it will be presented as a portfolio opportunity to relevant investors on the platform.The investors receive a detailed score analysis, which also includes the steps the startup took to improve their initial score. This saves investors a significant amount of resources in the due diligence process.This interview with Adrian Deen, the founder and CEO of FIN, explains this new and promising process in detail. Check out FIN's website here.Read the detailed article on the e-tribe website. There is also a little surprise in the end related to the next steps of the e-tribe podcast. I would love to hear your thoughts. Connect with me on LinkedinConnect with me on FacebookJoin the Entrepreneurs of the e-tribe Facebook group - network with similar minded successful entrepreneurs from around the world.Visit the e-tribe website

You probably, might have been wondering, Where has Humphrey gone past three months, well i haven't gone anywhere just, I've just been studious . Also in thus podcast i share with you my insider experience as a internet software engineer , founder and entrepreneur. This is a global update☺ - Honestly reaching out asking for help DM on Twitter @humphrypietrsen .Thank you --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/humphrey-pietersen/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/humphrey-pietersen/support

Measuring your business’ impact helps you understand, manage and communicate the value that your work creates in a clear and consistent way. It can help you better understand your customers/clients and as a result develop products and services tailored to their needs. In this Podcast we are joined by Matt Lloyd, Chief Executive of Arco Tech, a New Zealand based software development firm. Arco Tech are instrumental in developing the BLP Essential Business Tools; the Diagnostic Tool, the Business Health Check and the Business Continuity Planner. Matt and his team also assist BLP to measure the impact of our programme in the Pacific Islands, which provides avenues for us to improve and tailor our services. In this Podcast Matt will discuss the role of science and technology in International Development and the importance of measuring impact.Host: Emma Crawford-FalekaonoEmma has over 15 years’ experience in chartered accountancy and commercial environments globally. She started her career in accounting before taking time out to deploy as a Military Police Officer to Southern Afghanistan. In 2014, she made the move into the tech industry and is now a Business Consultant for Business Link Pacific, delivering professional development and skills training courses to growing businesses in the Pacific region. Credits:Recorded, mixed & edited by Dave Rhodes of Dave Rhodes Productions.Music credit: Alex KhaskinBusiness Link Pacific is a private sector programme supported by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade and DT Global. The core team is based in Auckland, New Zealand and supported by in-country partners in Fiji, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands and Cook Islands. For more information visit the Business Link Pacific Portal: https://businesslinkpacific.com/

Corinne Butler is the Advisory Board Chair and a HR and Culture consultant. In this Podcast she presents a Webinar on how to Write an Operational Plan for 2020/21. She talks about how to ensure your vision and values are aligned to the businesses’ direction. The outcome of this podcast is that you will have penned your Operational Plan for 2020/21 and have a Financial Goal, a Customer Goal, a People Goal, a Systems Goal and a Corporate Social Responsibility Goal. Corinne also talks about how we need to stop thinking “post Covid” as it is BAU Business As Usual. She also offers free tools to all listeners for a Business Health Check https://tweakhr.activehosted.com/f/43 and/ or Business Growth Survey https://tweakhr.activehosted.com/f/77.Follow Us:Join the Advisory Board Chair community and join the conversation over at Facebook https://www.facebook.com/advisoryboardchair/ and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/19196502/admin/.Advisor Adventures is the podcast of the Advisory Board Chair https://www.advisoryboardchair.com/.This is a Cahoots Radio Production edited by Skye Manson https://www.cahootsradio.com/.Hosted by Corinne Butler https://www.linkedin.com/in/corinnebutler/.Let us know your favourite news stories for the week on email corinne@advisoryboardchair.com.au

Host Richard Hattersley is joined by Sage’s director of product management and former accountant in practice Chris Downing, Sam Mitcham from SJCM Accountancy and Emily Smith from Finlayson & Co to find out how accountants are preparing their clients for the uncertain future.

In this episode, Steve Knapp talks about the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade (MFAT) funded programme Business Link Pacific (BLP), and the “missing-middle;” those businesses that are too big for microfinance and informal local investors, and too small or too risky for banks or direct investors. Steve explains how BLP supports business' during their growing phase, so they can reach their full potential, and how growing businesses can access these services. Steve Knapp is the Director of Business Link Pacific. Host: Emma Crawford-FalekaonoEmma has over 15 years’ experience in chartered accountancy and commercial environments globally. She started her career in accounting before taking time out to deploy as a Military Police Officer to Southern Afghanistan. In 2014, she made the move into the tech industry and is now a Business Consultant for Business Link Pacific, delivering professional development and skills training courses to growing businesses in the Pacific region. Credits:Recorded, mixed & edited by Dave Rhodes of Dave Rhodes Productions.Music credit: Alex KhaskinBusiness Link Pacific is a private sector programme supported by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade and DT Global. The core team is based in Auckland, New Zealand and supported by in-country partners in Fiji, Samoa, Papua New Guinea and VanuatuFor more information visit the Business Link Pacific Portal: https://businesslinkpacific.com/

In today's episode, host Brendan Morahan sits down with Invennt Business Consultant, Daryl Coughlan, to talk about our Business Health Check. By combining best practice management theory with our detailed knowledge of the construction industry we have developed a tried and tested model to identify the problems that businesses in the sector face. In this podcast, we discuss issues we have found and give tips on how to implement some changes to your business strategy.Hosted by Invennt.www.invennt.com

We all know we need regular physicals to maintain optimum health, but when is the last time you got a business health check? We are talking about getting a health check for your business from a financial professional, what that means and how it can help you see problems before they drastically impact you and your business.

Time for a Business Health Check! Every Quarter You Should Do a Quick Business Health Check.  At a minimum, every 6 months. A Business Health Check is a quick down and dirty, 2-hour exercise to dive into your sales, profits, processes, and people to look for trends and opportunities. You get to walk away with a gameplan for the next quarter. By focusing on 2 or 3 key items, you will level up your business. Plus, don’t forget to grab your FREE Business Health Check workbook below   ~~~~   The Local Small Business Coach Podcast is for Local Small Business Owners who are tired of living job to job and want to get to $100,000 in personal income. Each episode we discuss how to increase your profits, boost your sales, improve your processes and develop stronger teams.     HELPFUL LINKS   The Know Your Business Numbers Course FREE Business Health Check Workbook Youtube Channel – Training for Local Small Business Owners Join the Badass Local Small Business Owners Facebook Group! Email me at tammy@localsmallbusinesscoach.com Visit the Local Small Business Coach website Get Your FREE eBook -8 Steps to Increasing Your Profits in Your Local Small Business   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: local small business owners, mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen, medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Company cancer is from toxic personalities and poor leadership. Leaders: ask for the raw honest truth on how each person FEELS about your company.Most organizations are operating with a 5% to 10% productivity drag that better leadership practices could eliminate. Gallup's 2013 State of the American Workplace Report indicates that 50% of employees are disengaged, and 20% show their discontent in counterproductive ways, negatively influencing their coworkers, missing days on the job, and driving customers away through poor service.Owners, employers, CEOs, and COOs: start listening. Throw on some work boots, jeans, and a t-shirt and get out there and get to know your people face to face. Not with an entourage of C-suite executives, human resources representatives, or a compliance consultant. Just you. Employees: discover tips to effectively handle a toxic leader or manager without looking like a whiner.FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TRAINING, EMAIL JEFF HERE.Links: Check out your exclusive Resource Center with TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SAFETY ITEMS, BOOKS, PODCASTS and more, built just for you and expanding like the universe every week!It’s easy to Become a Patron and support 3PHASE RADIO for valuable bonus episodes, downloads and direct access to your host!3PhaseRadio.com is a wicked cool website built for you with love by Juxxe Development!JeffreyMort.com is a global educational resource that’s growing to serve and revolutionize the electrical industry!Plug into 32 years of industry expertise by clicking Ask Jeff and tell me what’s on your mind!Are you interested in training courses, one-to-one coaching, being featured on an episode, sponsoring the program or becoming an affiliate? Send a quick email to me at hello@jeffreymort.com and let me know how I can serve you best! Cheers!Transcript:https://www.3phaseradio.com/Support the show (https://patreon.com/3phaseradio)

Julian Campbell talks to Rani Gandha and learns how to check the health of your business.

Julian Campbell talks to Rani Gandha and learns how to check the health of your business.

Spring is just around the corner! What would your dream spring 2019 look like? Spring or fall bring with them schedule shifts that can impact you and your business. In fact why not take the business health check to focus your efforts for the rest of the year and especially over the next 30/60/90 days! Find out what's working and what's not working in your business so that you can achieve your personal, business, and financial goals. I share why it’s important for you to think about your revenue and profit goals and a few ways to achieve them over the next quarter. Be sure to download your Business Health Check worksheet – it is a great exercise that you can do at the change of any planning cycle for you and your business. Join the Projects For Wildlife Facebook Group to share your 30/60/90 day goals and your one-word intention! www.facebook.com/projectsforwildlife

I've been ill - so a short episode today! I have been busy though! Take our FREE 4 Part Business Health Check here: www.massagetherapistbusinessschool.com/healthcheck Get your 7 Day Trial of Clinic Business Growth here: www.massagetherapistbusinessschool.com/clinicbusinessgrowth

In this episode, Amanda talks about the often misunderstood balance sheet. Amanda will break down the different elements of the balance sheet and explain the key things to look for to check the health of your business.

We shine the spotlight on the most important aspect of business and that is the talent because a well-run hr department improves productivity and aids in maintaining the organizations brand image. It also plays a huge role in developing the organizations' strategy as well as how the employee-centered activities are handled.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/africabusinessnews/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/africabusinessnews/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/africabusinessnews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/africabusinessnews/support

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  EPISODE 145 of The Local Small Business Coach Podcast Today’s Tip - Why You Need to Do a Business Health Check   In today’s episode: A Business Health Check is a great way to get a snapshot of your business and identifying goals for the next 12 months that will take your business to the next level. You also breakdown the action steps into bite-size quarterly action items. Let's discuss and don't forget to get your free copy at LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com/businesshealthcheck Let’s discuss Thanks for listening!     HELPFUL LINKS Podcast Website: LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com Leave your Message on the website with the Speak Pipe Button or just email me at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com Our Training Materials for Local Small Business Owners:  TrainingforLocalSmallBusinessOwners.com Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com Get Your FREE eBook - 8 Steps to Increasing Your Profits in Your Local Small Business   AFFILIATE LINKS Build a Website with BlueHost Get a FREE Audiobook! Take your Business Books on the Road with You!   CLICK to GET YOUR FREE AUDIOBOOK My Recommended Bookkeeping Program for Local Small Business Owners: Freshbooks Link     WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: local small business owners, mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen, medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams ~~~  

Graham and Kevin chat about the results from the Business Health Check that Kevin has been running through his company, Appleby Consulting & Coaching, and discover the 5 biggest Business Health Check issues faced by small businesses The Health Check has been running for a number of months now. We first talked about it way back in episode 28. In the meantime, the results from a good number of businesses have been collected. Kevin has analysed these results and found a number of common themes are emerging. Broadly there are 5 topics that keep repeating, and these 5 things are the commonest things holding most businesses back. So, what are the biggest business health check issues? 1) Over reliance on the business owner Without the business owner many businesses will grind to a halt. We discuss the steps you can take to systemise and delegate core tasks so that someone else can do them reliably and consistently. We also discuss a great toll you can use to identify the things that you, the business owner, need to step away from. 2) Sales and marketing aren't a core competence Most business owners start a business because they are passionate about something or have deep specialist skills. Often their skill set doesn't include sales and marketing. We talk about the right way to go about getting professional help with sales and marketing, and the importance of making sure marketing strategy is a subset of business strategy. 3) There's a problem with the business strategy The Business Health Check reveals two things about strategy. Many businesses don't have a business strategy or plan, and don't have a clear direction. Others might have a great vision, but the gap between vision and reality is so big they don't know what to do to get to their destination. 4) Good processes and systems are needed Many Entrepreneurs are fast starters, and they are quick to launch. Often they are away implementing the next idea before the last one is properly bedded down. The systems and processes needed to support a growing business are not put in place and sooner or later this comes back to bite. We discuss the need for a strong foundation if a business wants to scale, and why the first 100 days of scaling a business shouldn't focus on getting more sales, but rather fix the support systems first. 5) The business owner is worried about cash flow The commonest theme in the Business Health Check is cashflow. Most business owners worry about whether they have enough cash to meet commitments. There's plenty you can do about cashflow if its a real business health check issue for you. We discussed these in detail way back in episode 11, managing cashflow with Hayley Chiba. Not taken the Business Health Check yet? Why not try it out today? Every new insight you can get into your own business has to be worthwhile, especially if you don't have to pay for it. Go over to www.applebyconsulting.co.uk and give it a try. Find out what your own business health check issues are and start doing something about them today. The Next 100 Days Podcast is brought to you by Graham Arrowsmith and Kevin Appleby

Graham and Kevin discuss the business tools they use on a day to day basis to produce the podcast, build websites and maximise returns from social media. We mentioned lots of business tools in the episode, so here are links to each of them. Business tools we use for creating images Canva - Online simple graphic design www.canva.com Gimp - Open Source image manipulation software for Mac, Windows & Linux https://www.gimp.org/ (very powerful, but the user interface isn't as intuitive as photoshop) Affinity photo is the mac app Kevin uses to do more complex photo manipulation, its downloadable from the Mac app store at £39.95, and has loads of features that are aimed at professional photographers but at a way lower price than photoshop. We mentioned Jessica Rae's extensive guide to getting free or very low cost images, a brilliant resource: http://bit.ly/2diKbBP Business tools we use for creating websites We use Wordpress as our platform for building websites, its open source and free. Our sites are hosted on 1&1 internet, (http://bit.ly/2cGrd58) and they include a very straightforward wizard to set up a wordpress site without downloading anything We use Divi from Elegant Themes (http://bit.ly/1px3fjD) as our standard wordpress theme, its hugely flexible and adaptable to give you whatever look and feel you want. Elegant Themes also supply other themes that deploy the Divi builder, and the builder is available as a plugin too, though we've never tried using the builder with a 3rd party theme. One of Kevin's favourite wordpress plugins is Quiz and Survey Master by Frank Corso, No need for a link, its in the wordpress plugin repository. The Business Health Check is built using this. Business tools we use for social media Kevin uses Crowdfire, (https://www.crowdfireapp.com) it is excellent to manage followers for both twitter & instagram. He uses the iPad version which is downloadable from the app store Graham uses Buffer for scheduling tweets https://buffer.com - It will also schedule posts to Facebook and Linked In Kevin moved on from Buffer to Meet Edgar. (www.meetedgar.com) Worth checking out, but now very expensive after a recent subscription hike. A lower cost alternative to Meet Edgar might be Recurpost (http://bit.ly/2dmGuur) but this is still in beta version (Kevin has been involved in the beta test). When we post links in twitter, we usually use Bitly, (https://app.bitly.com) the link shortening service. this simply reduces the number of characters in the link and is especially useful when you only have 140 characters in the entire tweet. For automation, check out IFTTT or Zapier. Business tools for Email We both use Aweber (http://bit.ly/2dww5zR) for auto responder email, any downloads we offer on the show are delivered via Aweber. Mail chimp is also a good alternative, there's little to choose between the packages. Business tools for webinars Kevin has been using Webinarjam (http://bit.ly/2ddXM0O) and so far is very impressed with this. The main issue with a webinar is the sheer number of moving parts, and though not cheap, this tool gives a great single place to keep control of everything from managing sign ups to accessing the webinar replay. We are going to do a full show about webinars in the near future, so we will explain the full power of this tool at that point. Diary and Planning Kevin mentioned Acuity Schedule (http://bit.ly/2ddG36b) as a great way of letting clients have access to your appointment diary and book sessions with you. The system optionally links to stripe, so you can accept credit card payment for the appointment when its booked. We didn't mention Goals on Track (http://bit.ly/2abqP0j) in the show, but its worthy of taking a look. Kevin has used lots of different planning and task management apps over the years. This one is his current favourite, as it allows goals to be broken down into milestones tasks and activities, allows habit tracking,

Why do you need to check the health of your business? Are you stuck in a rut in your business? Maybe you know you could have something better than you have got now? But you don't know where to start. Our Business Health Check is here to help you. The Health Check will give you an overall business health score, and point out the areas of your business that are doing well, and the areas that need attention. It's good to know how you are doing, and it's good to know where to place your attention next. The Business Health Check is designed to help you set your priorities for the next 100 days and beyond. Its designed to help you in four ways. Why don't you set aside 30 minutes and take the Business Health Check now? You can take the Health Check by following this link. The business health check helps you prioritise the most important things. Sometimes there's so much going on around you that you don't know where your priority needs to be. We've built  the Business Health Check ito help you decide where your energies need to be channelled next and what should be the top of the list. Our Business Health Check gives you a way out of overwhelm, and helps you see the wood from the trees. The Business Health Check helps you identify what's constraining your business. Most of us want to grow our businesses, but breaking through to the next level isn't easy. There's often a barrier in the way that's difficult to break through. Every business will be constrained in some way or other. It might be lack of business owner's time. Maybe you don't have sufficient leads, You might be running out of capacity. Our business health check helps you identify where the barrier is and lets you start the process of removing the constraint. The Business Health Check helps you maximise the market value of your business A healthy business is also a valuable business, that potentially might have a strong market value. Its a good idea to build your business with an eventual sale in mind. The things that maximise value can't be put in place overnight, they are a product of the way you build the business over an extended time period. That doesn't mean you have the intent to sell the business, but it gives you the option. Business value is a combination of lots of factors, and some of the key ones we consider in the Business Health Check are: Whether your business is standardised into specific products or is offering a service that is highly customised to the needs of each individual client Your strength of position in a specific niche & the uniqueness of your business offer The rate of growth of your business, and the ability to scale should significant new investment be available. How strongly are you, the business owner, linked to your products and services in the eyes of the customer. Whether your business is too reliant on individual customers or employees The Business Health Check helps you maximise business satisfaction Many of the things that improve the value of your business will also improve your personal satisfaction and happiness. If your  business is dependent on your direct involvement in just about everything, then this will lead to stress and worry. That doesn't mean to say that putting the right resources around you is the cure for everything. So the Business Health Check looks at a number of factors related to stress, happiness, purpose and sense of fulfillment. How does the Business Health Check work? The Business health check is an online questionnaire. You can take the Health Check by following this link. There are 40 questions, spread across 8 key areas. These are: Business strategy and planning Financial management Sales and marketing Customers Processes and procedures Business team (or business support if you work alone) Business happiness Resilience and business continuity Answers to questions drive a score for each of the 8 areas,