Podcasts about business owners

In today's episode, I'm sharing a conversation I had with my content manager that I couldn't stop thinking about: creators and business owners are not the same thing. I break down why I see today's biggest creators as the new Hollywood movie stars, why there's an element of luck and algorithm in that path, and why building a business doesn't come down to luck at all. I walk through the traits and checklist that make a business a business (your own offer, predictable systems, and the ability to run without you) and why I treat organic content as a slow burn while paid ads are where I get speed and control. If you've ever felt pressure to go viral just to grow your business, this one's for you.

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What is it like to start a bakery business out of your home? How do you balance being a parent and having a family when your work takes over your home kitchen? Three of Omaha's favorite cottage bakers—Kelsay Cosgrove (KCC Bakery), Hailey Vinter (crumb coat & chill), & Corinne Honan (Sweet Earth Delights) joined Restaurant Hoppen for a panel discussion on the highs, lows, and everything in between when it comes to cottage baking! Guests: Kelsay Cosgrove — KCC Bakeryhttps://www.kccbakery.com/ Hailey Vinter — crumb coat & chillhttps://www.crumbcoatomaha.com/ Corinne Honan — Sweet Earth Delightshttps://sweetearthdelights.com/ Restaurant Hoppen — Hosted by Dan Hoppen This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Timestamps: 00:00 – What Does It Actually Take to Become a Cottage Baker?03:13 – When Cottage Baking Turns Into a Brick-and-Mortar Bakery11:06 – The Reality of 4 AM Wakeups & 20-Hour Workdays13:32 – Nebraska Cottage Baking Rules Explained16:35 – What a Home Bakery Really Looks Like22:18 – What Happens When Baking Becomes Your Job33:34 – Cottage Baking Disaster Stories37:21 – The Best Advice for Starting a Cottage Bakery38:57 – Why You Should Grow Your Baking Business Slowly41:38 – Becoming a Business Owner, Not Just a Baker56:59 – Quick Hits: What Should You Try First?59:49 – “Organized Chaos” at Midnight #RestaurantHoppen #OmahaFood #CottageBaking #OmahaBakers #OmahaBakery #KCCBakery #CrumbCoatAndChill #SweetEarthDelights #OmahaEats #Hurrdat

Do you really know the numbers that determine the financial health of your business?In this episode of the Know Your Numbers Podcast, Chris McCormack breaks down 7 financial numbers every business owner should know—including tax rate, profit and profit margin, break-even revenue, liquidity and runway, tax basis, cash flow vs. profit, and goal revenue/profit.Understanding these numbers can help you make better decisions, avoid unexpected tax bills, control expenses, manage cash flow, and clearly understand whether your business is actually profitable.Whether you're a business owner, real estate investor, or high-income W-2 earner, knowing your numbers can bring greater clarity, confidence, and financial peaceVisit BetterBooksAccounting.co to learn more about Better Books and connect with Chris McCormack.••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••➤➤➤ To become a client, schedule a call with our team➤➤ https://www.betterbooksaccounting.co/booking-calendar/better-books-consultation••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Better Books on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/betterbooksaccounting.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterbooksaccounting.co→ → → SUBSCRIBE TO BETTER BOOKS' YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ← ← ← https://www.youtube.com/@betterbooksaccountingThe Know Your Numbers REI podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. Information on the podcast may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. No reader, user, or listener of this podcast should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this podcast without first seeking legal and tax advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney and tax advisor can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this podcast or any of the links or resources contained or mentioned within the podcast show and show notes do not create a relationship between the reader, user, or listener and podcast hosts, contributors, or guests.

Business owners are working harder than ever and taking home less. In this episode, Travis and Ben get into the traps that catch business owners out, from the “valley of death” between $2M and $8M in revenue to the lifestyle creep that keeps you stuck on the treadmill.We've just come out of a few days of planning at Collective Shift, going through the P&L line by line, and we're sharing what came out of it: why knowing your numbers matters more than your revenue figure, why revenue is vanity, profit is sanity, and cash is king, and how a business can quietly turn into a high-risk job. We also talk about chasing awards and headcount for ego, the $30K-a-month car lease that's “good for the videos”, and the question every owner needs to answer: what are you actually building, and what's it going to let you do?

This week on the Work It Like a Mum podcast, Elizabeth chats with Lucy Holloway, Founder of Dance Shack, about her journey from West End performer to entrepreneur — and how a dance school that started with just seven children grew to around 850 pupils.Now, after 20 years of building Dance Shack, Lucy is taking the business in a new direction: franchising.What we cover:Leaving behind a successful performing careerStarting Dance Shack with just seven pupilsHow motherhood changed Lucy's career prioritiesGrowing from one small school to around 850 studentsWhy Dance Shack is now expanding through franchisesWhether you actually need a dance background to run oneThe support, training and business know-how franchisees receiveWhy Lucy believes entrepreneurship gives her something a traditional job couldn't: freedomKey takeaways:

If your business is sitting on surplus cash right now, this episode tackles the question every profitable owner eventually faces: property, or back into the business? We dig into the real economics of investing spare cash in commercial versus residential property, why leverage changes the maths entirely, and when the smarter move is actually to reinvest in yourself. Key Topics Covered: Why buying your own trading premises is close to a no-brainer, and why letting out commercial property to others is a different risk entirely The case for residential buy-to-let through a limited company, and why quality beats yield How leverage turns a flat property market into an 18 to 23% return on capital employed Why illiquidity is a feature, not a bug, when it comes to protecting you from your own worst financial decisions The real decision most business owners are actually facing: property, or reinvesting surplus cash back into a growing business Why building security first, then taking risks in business, worked better than doing it the other way round ⭐ Rate, Review & Share this episode with fellow business owners, and let's grow together! ⭐ Take the Finance Fitness Scorecard https://www.profitcashgrowth.com/finance-fitness-score ⭐ Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get Expert Advice Straight to Your Inbox: https://www.profitcashgrowth.com/subscribe ⭐ Get a Free copy of Claire's book Profit By Numbers: https://www.profitcashgrowth.com/book   VALUABLE RESOURCES Website LinkedIn YouTube Facebook ABOUT THE HOST: Claire Hancott through Profit Cash Growth helps 7 & 8 figure business owners to increase their profit, improve their cashflow and grow their business using their numbers. As a finance director & chartered management accountant, Claire has nearly 20 years' experience in finance and running businesses of her own. This gives her a unique insight into the information and support business owners need to grow a financially successful business. Claire passionately believes that every business should be run by the numbers because the numbers in your business are telling you a story about what is and isn't working and where your opportunities lie. Claire's mission is to provide insightful management accounts, reports and advice to business owners and support them to make smarter decisions.    *The content of this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.

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Maria Azzurra Missinato, co-founder of Mercury Legacy, a financial education and planning business that helps high-achieving professionals protect and grow their wealth while reducing market risk, fees, and taxes.Through personalized financial strategies and one-on-one guidance, Maria and her husband Joe help scientists, doctors, healthcare providers, and law enforcement professionals better understand how money works so they can retire earlier and with more confidence.Now, Maria's journey from spending over 15 years as a scientist to stepping into entrepreneurship demonstrates what's possible when you're willing to completely rewire your mindset, embrace discomfort, and keep growing through every challenge.And while balancing business ownership, personal growth, health transformation, and family life, she's proving that success becomes far more meaningful when it's built alongside purpose, freedom, and service to others.Here's where to find more:https://mercurylegacy.com/life-insurance https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-azzurra-missinato-phd-b815a3136?________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

In this episode, Catrina M. Craft, a CPA and tax strategist, shares essential insights on business partnerships, legal structures, and tax planning for entrepreneurs. Discover how to protect your assets, choose the right business structure, and strategize for tax efficiency to grow your wealth."Always sign a partnership agreement to protect yourself."Key TopicsTypes of business partnerships and their risksImportance of legal agreements in partnershipsTax strategies for income deferral and expense accelerationCarefully vet your partners to avoid legal and financial risks.Plan your tax strategy throughout the year, not just at tax time.Understanding different tax professionals helps you get the right support.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the episode and guest02:19 Defining business partnerships and their types04:06 Legal considerations in partnership agreements06:16 Risks and benefits of general and limited partnerships07:29 Advantages of LLCs taxed as partnerships09:05 Special allocation rules and partnership examples11:34 Handling partnership dissolution and legal issues13:00 Creative strategies for partnership interests and expenses14:23 Preparing for tax season and year-end planning16:10 Teasing upcoming topics and importance of professional support17:15 Differences between bookkeepers, tax preparers, CPAs, and tax strategists"An LLC taxed as a partnership offers liability protection and flexibility."EPISODE #1/10: Unlocking Tax Strategies for Entrepreneurs: January 26, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18570362-unlocking-tax-strategies-for-entrepreneursEPISODE #2/10: Unlocking Home Office Deductions February 9, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18646020-unlocking-home-office-deductionsEPISODE #3/10: Hidden Tax Strategies Revealed: March 9, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18814431-hidden-tax-strategies-revealedEPISODE #4/10: Strategic Family Travel & Tax Benefits: June 10, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/18814431-hidden-tax-strategies-revealedEPISODE #5/10: The Top 3 Tax Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make: July 29, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/19565414-the-top-3-tax-mistakes-entrepreneurs-makeEPSIODE #6/10: Tax Strategy, Early Tax Prep, & Accountability Plans for Business Owners: August 26, 2026: https://thatentrepreneurshow.buzzsprout.com/737252/episodes/19699065-tax-strategy-early-tax-prep-accountability-plans-for-business-ownersSend us Fan MailSupport the showPlease share with someone you know could use the value our guests shareShow Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.comMusic Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

"Whatever lights you up, lean into that, you know, and be okay with it lighting you up. Sometimes it can even be fearful what's lighting you up." This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Dr. Alicia Newsome. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll hear how Dr. Alicia tested a new career direction before fully committing to it—and why giving yourself room to try something can be a practical way to approach a career crossroads. If an idea or dream keeps coming back to you, this conversation will encourage you to pay attention. Sometimes what you pushed aside years ago still has something to tell you about what you want now. You'll hear what it looks like to acknowledge that you don't have the next step figured out yet—and why being uncertain doesn't mean you have to rush into an answer. Dr. Alicia Newsome is an international speaker, executive advisor, functional medicine doctor, and author of Worthy of Rest: For the Woman Who Is Tired of Being the Strong One, who helps high-performing founders and senior leaders build profitable companies without sacrificing their well-being, marriage, or values. Connect with Alicia at: Website: https://www.dralicianewsome.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alicia-newsome/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.alicianewsome/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.alicianewsome Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast   Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com   Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon!   This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for Business Owners and Creative Entrepreneurs at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax-free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here and book a call hereWhat if your biggest tax problem isn't actually a tax problem—but a wealth blueprint problem?For incorporated business owners, building wealth means managing two interconnected worlds: your personal finances and your corporate assets. Decisions around salary, dividends, investments, retirement accounts, insurance, and estate planning can all affect your cash flow, net worth, taxes, and the legacy you ultimately leave behind.In this episode, we walk through two very different business-owner scenarios to show why focusing on taxes alone can lead you toward the wrong solution—and why understanding your complete financial blueprint needs to come first.You'll discover:How to distinguish between a genuine tax problem and a broader cash flow, savings, or wealth-structure problem.Why passive investment income inside a corporation can create significant tax drag—and how asset allocation and investment structure can change the equation.How to think about corporate and personal assets together when balancing today's cash flow, long-term net worth, and the wealth you want to leave behind.Press play to learn how a wealth blueprint can help you make more intentional decisions about your corporate assets, taxes, cash flow, and legacy.Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you'll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here.Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:Consider reaching out to Kyle if you've been……taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;…investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;…letting a large sum of liquid assets sit in low interest earning savings accounts;…investing corporate dollars into GICs, dividend stocks/funds, or other investments attracting corporate passive income taxes at greater than 50%; or,…wondering whether your current corporate wealth management strategy is optimal for your specific situation.For incorporated business owners, effective wealth architecture goes far beyond finding short-term business owner tax savings—it means building a coordinated Canadian wealth plan that connects personal vs corporate tax planning, tax efficiency, corporate wealth planning, and legacy planning Canada. This episode explores how Canadian entrepreneur finance decisions such as salary vs dividends Canada, RRSP optimization, optimizing RRSP room, passive income planning, tax-efficient investing, and corporation investment strategies can affect cash flow, net worth, and long-term wealth. Through real business-owner examples, you'll see why corporate structure optimization, capital gains strategy, Canadian tax strategies, financial diversification Canada, and estate planning Canada should be considered as parts of a larger financial system rather than isolated tactics. Whether your priorities include financial freedom Canada, financial independence Canada, retirement planning tools, financial buckets, an investment bucket strategy, or building long-term wealth Canada, the goal is to create financial strategies that align corporate and personal assets with your lifestyle and legacy objectives. It's a practical look at Canadian wealth management and the financial systems for entrepreneurs that can help business owners make more intentional decisions about their wealth today and in the future.Ready to connect? Text us your comment including your phone number for a response!If you listen to podcasts like The Rational Reminder with Ben Felix & Cameron Passmore, The Canadian Investor, The Canadian Real Estate Investor, Build Wealth Canada with Kornel Szrejber, ChooseFI with Jonathan Mendonsa & Brad Barrett, Afford Anything with Paula Pant, The Ramsey Show with Dave Ramsey, BiggerPockets Money, The Money Guy Show with Brian Preston & Bo Hanson, Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy, Masters in Business with Barry Ritholtz, The Wealthy Barber Podcast with David Chilton, Financial Audit with Caleb Hammer, In the Money with Amber Kanwar, The Loonie Hour with Steve Saretsky, or More Money Podcast with Jessica Moorhouse — we're confident you'll enjoy Canadian Wealth Secrets too.Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.

In this episode, Jodi welcomes email marketing strategist and Kit-certified expert Bev Feldman back to the show to talk about how business owners should use their email lists before, during, and after writing a book. They dig into the real difference between a newsletter platform like Substack and an email marketing tool like Kit, why welcome sequences are non-negotiable, and how to use your launch team and beta readers as one of the highest-engagement segments you'll ever build.   Time Stamps: 0:00 – Welcome and episode setup 1:13 – Why email marketing tools come up in book conversations 3:00 – How to choose the right email marketing platform 5:25 – Newsletter platforms vs. email marketing software (Substack, Beehiiv, Kit) 11:26 – Using your email list before you've even committed to writing 14:22 – Building excitement and getting feedback pre-launch 16:38 – The post-launch mistake almost everyone makes 19:07 – Segmenting your list: beta readers and launch teams 23:19 – Why email marketing is ongoing relationship building 27:18 – Welcome sequences and automated emails, explained   Keywords: email marketing for authors, book marketing strategy, Kit email marketing, ConvertKit for authors, Substack vs Kit, Beehiiv newsletter platform, welcome sequence, email automation, launch team, beta readers, pre-launch marketing, evergreen book marketing, list segmentation, email newsletter strategy, business owner author, nonfiction book marketing, email list growth, lead magnet sample chapter, book launch sequence, post-launch marketing, relationship marketing, thought leadership newsletter, email open rates, book as marketing asset, Write Publish Market podcast, book writing for business owners, book writing for leaders, business owners criting books   Resources Mentioned: Coffee + Commas signup: https://bit.ly/coffeeandcommassignup Kit: www.kit.com Jessica Lackey (newsletter-to-book example) Haley Dale/Your Content Empire   About Our Guest: Bev Feldman is an email marketing strategist and Kit Certified Expert at Your Personality Tech Fairy who helps credentialed professionals - think financial advisors, therapists, and other expertise-based business owners - build email systems that actually work for how they run their business. Her approach in email marketing is grounded in consent, simplicity, and sustainability.  Website: https://yourpersonaltechfairy.com/ Services guide: https://yourpersonaltechfairy.com/email-marketing-services-guide    LINK TO FULL EPISODE (RAW) TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17wQFsMDv0LfcclF-sDxjVi_HrkkwYnyzT9Q2uxt7MHc/edit?usp=sharing

Thank you for joining us for another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm. Today, host Roger Knecht and Founder and CEO of Fix-It Accounting Nancy Benet discuss how to scale accounting firms beyond compliance work into advisory services and franchise models. Discover proven steps to overcome business fears, build strategic partnerships, and create clear financial systems. In This Episode: 00:00:00 Introduction and Overcoming Early Business Failure 00:05:25 Transitioning from Solopreneur to Business Owner 00:11:09 Adding Advisory Services and Strategic Partnerships 00:17:39 Specializing in the Franchise Business Model 00:25:03 Franchising Fixit Accounting and Family Legacy 00:35:09 The Future of Accounting and AI Key Takeaways: Niche down early to make marketing much simpler and attract the right clients. Partner with other professionals to offer fractional CFO services without needing all the skills yourself. Delegate administrative tasks first by hiring assistants to free up time for core client work. Focus on forward-thinking advisory metrics to help clients plan for future profitability. Featured Quotes: "We're taught to do everything ourselves. And so to bring somebody in, it's really scary." - Nancy Benet "If we can expand our awareness and our ability to think outside the box, it opens new doors." - Nancy Benet Earn CPE: NASBA-approved CPE and IRS-approved CE credits are offered via Earmark by listening to this episode. ⁠ Access our QAS Self-Study Courses here: https://www.earmark.app/channels/0384dbbe-df08-4ae3-ba82-621a7a465e95 Conclusion: Thank you for joining us for another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Roger Knecht. For more information on how you can establish your own accounting firm and take control of your time and income, call 435-344-2060 or schedule an appointment to connect with Roger's team here. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth.   Offers: Success Your Way: Build stronger awareness and structure as you grow your business. Get the free 5 Actions to Instantly Change Your Mindset download here: https://successyourway.com/free-downloads  Special Offers for our Podcast Listeners: CLICK HERE to take advantage of them today! Remember this: Accounting Success IS Universal. Be sure to listen to our next episode and subscribe.   Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have.  We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback   For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your bookkeeping, accounting, & tax business, please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 801-265-3777.  And know that if it's about accounting, it's Universal.

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In this episode, Catrina M. Craft, a CPA and tax strategist, shares essential insights on business partnerships, legal structures, and tax planning for entrepreneurs. Discover how to protect your assets, choose the right business structure, and strategize for tax efficiency to grow your wealth.Ready for the full episode? Same time, same place tomorrow at 4:00 AM EST.Send us Fan MailSupport the showPlease share with someone you know could use the value our guests shareShow Partner: ComingAlive PodcastProduction.comMusic Credits: Copyright Free Music from Adventure by MusicbyAden.

When companies view workforce payroll strictly as an expense rather than an appreciating financial asset, they trigger a compounding cycle of organizational drift that silently destroys enterprise value. In this episode of Behind the Numbers, host Dave Bookbinder sits down with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer, executive coach, human capital strategist, and author of Human Capital Investment Strategy and Now, Near, Next. Together, they unpack how subtle misalignments between strategy and workforce execution quietly bleed cash flow through high turnover, lost productivity, and stalled mid-career talent. Cynthia explains her foundational framework, The Law of Drift, and makes a compelling business case for why short-term head-count cuts frequently undermine long-term market valuation. The conversation reframes traditional workforce planning through the lens of portfolio management, applying risk stratification, performance metrics, and validated psychometrics directly to talent allocation. Cynthia shares actionable strategies for measuring organizational culture, overcoming gendered promotion barriers, and building real succession readiness across critical executive roles. Leaders will gain a clear roadmap for running structured quarterly human capital reviews, aligning talent directly with business performance, and taking immediate action to eliminate drift across their teams. Stop managing human capital as an overhead cost and start building a high-performing workforce that compounds enterprise value over time. About Our Guest: Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer is a human capital strategist, board-certified executive coach, and international keynote speaker with over 30 years of C-suite leadership experience. Grounded in the conviction that human capital is an appreciating asset, she helps CEOs, executive teams, and boards translate talent strategy into business metrics like risk, return, and compounding value. Cynthia is the creator of The Law of Drift and The Discipline of Direction™, frameworks designed to help high-performing leaders and organizations replace passive drift with intentional alignment. She is the author of Human Capital Investment Strategy and the USA Today bestseller Now, Near, Next, as well as host of the podcast Climbing the Corporate Ladder Without Breaking a Heel. Beyond her advisory work, she serves on non-profit boards dedicated to empowering underserved communities, including Dreams to Reality and AbleLight. About the Host: Dave Bookbinder is known as a trusted provider for independent business valuations, corporate asset appraisals, and exit planning advisory and he is the person that business owners and their advisors reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries.    Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers.    He's on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people's contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company's most valuable asset.” Dave's book, A Valuation Toolbox for Business Owners and Their Advisors: Things Every Business Owner Should Know, was recognized as a top new release in Business and Valuation and is designed to provide practical insights and tools to help understand what really drives business value, how to prepare for an exit, and just make better decisions. He's also the host of the highly rated Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder business podcast which is enjoyed in more than 100 countries.  

A signed contractor agreement only protects you if the way you work with that person matches it. The IRS has a clear test for this, and it's better to run it now than to find out during an audit. In this episode of CEO Numbers Network, I walk through the IRS three-part test for deciding whether someone on your team is a contractor or an employee. The three factors are behavioral control, financial control, and the working relationship. Getting the classification wrong can mean back payroll taxes and back benefits, plus penalties and interest. Since we're heading into the fourth quarter, this is also the time to plan for moving team members onto payroll as of January 1. You will learn how to test each working relationship against the three factors and how payroll taxes change for you and your team when a contractor moves onto payroll. If you have ever wondered whether someone on your team should be a contractor or an employee, this episode gives you a clear way to decide before year-end.  

George Wright III interviews Jerome Knyszewski, founder and CEO of Authority Magazines, about how he built Valiant CEO from an online marketing and reputation need: entrepreneurs struggled to get credible legacy-media features, so he created an open-door WordPress-based publication that has done 10,000 interviews in about four years and never charges to publish. He emphasizes controlling the narrative through guided, strategic Q&A (including FAQs and “should ask” questions), strong content guardrails (no politics, religion, lewd content, certain industries), and an ad-light reading experience to avoid distraction and SEO “bad neighborhood” risks. The conversation highlights the power of third-party validation, comparing it to book endorsements. A pivotal moment came when verified submissions from notable names like Grant Cardone led to producing monthly cover-style issues, which snowballed credibility and attracted more high-profile covers. Audience demand and niche fit drove expansion into a network of about a dozen publications; optional paid upgrades only accelerate publishing timelines.00:00 Third Party Validation00:47 Meet Authority Magazines01:14 Origin Story In France02:06 Building Valiant CEO03:38 Control The Narrative04:52 No Ads Reader First06:58 Crafting Better Interviews10:00 Social Proof Explained11:35 Grant Cardone Cover Pivot15:28 Why The Covers Stand Out18:28 FAQ And Should Ask Questions21:27 Most Founders Lack Messaging23:09 Expanding Into New Niches26:49 Free Publishing Paid PriorityThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.About JeromeJerome Knyszewski is the founder and publisher of Authority Magazines, the network behind Valiant CEO and a growing collection of publications focused on entrepreneurs, executives, and thought leaders. Over the course of thousands of interviews with founders and CEOs, Jerome has developed a deep understanding of personal branding, authority positioning, reputation management, and strategic storytelling. He is also the founder of HeavyShift, where he has worked with entrepreneurs and brands to strengthen their online reputation and credibility.LinksValiant CEO Magazine: https://valiantceo.com/Authority Magazines: https://authoritymagazines.com/Authority Media Network: https://www.authoritymedianetwork.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerome007knyszewski

What if you could build your Plan B while Plan A is still paying you?Most executives don't seriously consider business ownership until something forces the issue. A layoff, acquisition, leadership change, missed promotion, or growing frustration with corporate life can suddenly turn a future possibility into an urgent decision.In this episode of the Hire Yourself Podcast, Pete Gilfillan explains why building your exit plan before you need it can put you in a stronger position. He shows how decades of corporate experience in leadership, operations, finance, sales, strategy, hiring, and problem-solving can translate directly into business ownership, especially within a franchise model that provides an established brand, systems, training, and support.Pete also explores how executives can build a Plan B without immediately leaving their corporate careers. By investing in a semi-active business, creating supplemental income, and building an asset they actually own, professionals can begin diversifying their financial future while Plan A is still paying them. The goal is not to make a rushed decision, but to create more options, more control, and a stronger contingency plan before the next restructuring or career disruption happens.Chapters00:00 - What Asset Are You Building That You Actually Own?01:00 - Build Your Plan B While Plan A Is Still Paying You02:10 - Your Corporate Career Has Already Prepared You for Business Ownership03:02 - How Franchising Reduces the Risk of Starting From Scratch04:14 - Leaving Corporate America to Build Something for Yourself05:01 - Building a Semi-Active Business While Keeping Your Corporate Job05:55 - Why Having Options Changes the Layoff Equation06:41 - Stop Renting Your Income and Start Building an Asset07:23 - How AI Looks Different From the Business Owner's Side08:16 - Why Franchise Due Diligence Matters09:10 - Applying Your Executive Skills to Something You Own09:40 - Build Your Exit Before You Need ItCONNECT WITH PETE GILFILLAN:

I'm back with another collab episode with my friend Kristina Bartold, host of the podcast Community, and co-founder of The Social Snippet and High Vibe Women. Join us for a conversation all about turning in-person connection into real partnerships and how to get event sponsors without leaping straight to the big ask. We dive into what it actually takes to build brand collaborations, pitch sponsorship, and create the kind of community-first experiences that make people want to say yes. Kristina shares how High Vibe Women grew out of a simple piece of advice she once received, and how that belief has shaped everything from her earliest dinners to sponsorship deals that have grown year over year.Tune in to hear more about:Why Kristina believes "friendship first, business second" has been the foundation of High Vibe Women's growthHow to pitch brand partnerships, starting with a simple list of your dream brands and a genuine DMWhy sponsorship asks are like "at bats," you earn the bigger number by building trust and social proof over timeHow to turn a brand's "no" into a win-win by asking, "What would work for you?"Why leading with "how can I be of value?" is the real key to landing repeat partnersOne of my favorite reminders from this conversation is that you do not have to nail the big ask right away. Whether it's a small dinner, a local event, or your very first sponsorship pitch, showing up with value and consistency compounds over time. I'd love to hear what stood out most to you from this convo! Send me a DM on Instagram @AlliArruda and let me know, and be sure to connect with Kristina @Kristina.Bartold too!Mentioned:• My Aligned Purpose Podcast (Nicole Crone) • The Small Business School Podcast (Staci Millard)Kristina's Links:High Vibe Women OCT 2026  https://www.highvibewomen.ca/october-2026-eventPodcast - Community https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011831Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kristina.bartold/Website https://thesocialsnippet.com/High Vibe Women https://highvibewomen.ca/Let's Connect!• INSPIRE + MOVE EVENTS• Instagram• Private Coaching• BENCHMARK FITNESS• Website• Facebook• TikTok

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Most business owners think they're making decisions. Michael Mojo says they're actually guessing, and it's quietly capping how far the business can grow. In this episode he breaks down what "knowing your numbers" actually means, and why almost everyone gets it backwards. Michael lays out a way of thinking that flips how most people set and chase their targets. Instead of hoping the results show up, you start from the outcome you want and work in reverse, and suddenly the whole business becomes something you can actually steer. There's a shift in here that turns vague goals into something you can hit on purpose. He gets into how tracking the right things reveals exactly where a business is breaking down, whether the problem is at the top of the funnel, in the conversation itself, or somewhere most owners never think to look. He's blunt about why cutting your price is the wrong move, and what to do instead when someone hesitates. Michael also gets into how real numbers change the way you lead a team, why they take the emotion and guesswork out of holding people accountable, and a surprising link between the clients who "need to think about it" and the owner's own decision-making. He closes on how to start, even if you have no idea what you're doing yet. If your business feels like a guessing game and you can't work out which lever to pull, this one hands you a clearer way to run it. In this episode: Why most business owners are really just guessing The "backwards" way of thinking that changes how you hit targets How the right numbers reveal exactly where you're breaking down Why cutting your price is the wrong move How data changes the way you hold a team accountable The surprising link between hesitant clients and your own decisions How to start tracking your numbers even if you're clueless Official channel and episode of the Winning Standards Podcast hosted by Michael Mojo. All Rights Reserved. When you're ready to fast track your results, here's 2 ways I can help: This month's intake for The Odyssey is now open. If you've hit a ceiling in your business and know the constraint is you, not your business, this is the breakthrough. Limited intake [Learn more] Stuck, need clarity, or just want to upgrade how you think, lead and perform? Thrive Time is my premier self leadership event. [Secure your seat] Follow Me on Social Media:

A signed contractor agreement only protects you if the way you work with that person matches it. The IRS has a clear test for this, and it's better to run it now than to find out during an audit. In this episode of CEO Numbers Network, I walk through the IRS three-part test for deciding whether someone on your team is a contractor or an employee. The three factors are behavioral control, financial control, and the working relationship. Getting the classification wrong can mean back payroll taxes and back benefits, plus penalties and interest. Since we're heading into the fourth quarter, this is also the time to plan for moving team members onto payroll as of January 1. You will learn how to test each working relationship against the three factors and how payroll taxes change for you and your team when a contractor moves onto payroll. If you have ever wondered whether someone on your team should be a contractor or an employee, this episode gives you a clear way to decide before year-end.  

Western Cape Police Commissioner, Sizakele Dyantyi, says the business owner of a shisanyama in Lwandle, in the Strand, where twenty-one people were shot inside the premises on Sunday morning (27 September) will be charged for contravening the Liquor Act. Ten people were killed, while eleven were wounded. The venue was reportedly not permitted to sell alcohol or allow it on the premises. In a separate incident, four people were fatally shot in Site C, Khayelitsha, while two people were shot and killed in the Joe Slovo Informal Settlement. Dyantyi was speaking during an oversight visit to the Nyanga police station. Andile Mbanjwa reports...

The Founderz Lounge Episode #106 with IFBB Pro John Rivas.What does bodybuilding teach you about business?In this episode, John Rivas joins Don and Steve to talk about the mindset, discipline, risk, and obsession behind both high-level bodybuilding and entrepreneurship.John shares how strength training gave him a direct connection between effort and results, what it took to chase bodybuilding at a professional level, and why hitting a major goal can still leave you asking, “What do I do now?”They also get into leaving a steady paycheck, opening a gym, building multiple businesses, learning entrepreneurship the hard way, and how relationships with other business owners helped John see what was possible.From competing at the highest level to owning Pro Strength Gym and building businesses around fitness and supplements, John's story is a look at what happens when discipline in one part of life starts shaping everything else.If you are a founder, entrepreneur, business owner, athlete, or anyone trying to understand the mindset behind high performance, this episode is for you.Come for the banter. Leave thinking more like a founder.Timestamps:[00:00] Trailer[00:53] Meet IFBB Pro John Rivas[04:26] Competitive From a Young Age[09:19] First Bodybuilding Show[14:43] Why Weightlifting Clicked[18:17] Powerlifting to Bodybuilding[26:04] The Cost of Chasing Records[31:23] Leaving Corporate to Bet on Himself[33:23] From Trainer to Business Owner[37:41] What Bodybuilding Teaches About Business[40:32] Bodybuilding Rapid Fire[42:06] Creatine and Overrated SupplementsKey Takeaways:• Big risk. Big reward. ~John Rivas• “You've gotta be wired just a little bit differently.” ~John Rivas• The effort you put into strength training comes directly back to you. ~John Rivas• Chasing a major goal can cost time with family, career opportunities, and even your health. ~John Rivas• Reaching the goal does not always give you the feeling you expected. ~John Rivas• High performance requires discipline 24/7 because eventually the work you skipped shows up. ~John Rivas• The same discipline that drives bodybuilding can translate directly into business. ~Steve Bon• In business, process matters just like form does in bodybuilding. Doing it the right way keeps you from getting hurt or wiped out. ~Steve Bon• “I was always just average, right? Until I found weightlifting and bodybuilding.” ~Don VaradyConnect with John Rivas::Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john.c.rivas/?hl=enPro Strength Gym: https://www.instagram.com/the_prostrengthgym/?hl=enGym Sign Up: https://psg.gymmasteronline.com/portal/signup?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAaf2pDmH8MPlpqqh4fi5FwKm66bwDbvlB5rcp0N210ppb-ZSyTaZ_n3nW4MB2w_aem_PxdijEpwdCVwAodGID2CuwTroponin Supplements: https://www.instagram.com/troponinsupplements/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL00qsZ6bVOxRwucO-vJgCQConnect with Don and Steve…Don Varady:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/don.varady/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donvarady/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-varady-450896145 Steve Bon:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/stevebon8 Tune in to every episode on your favorite platform: Website: https://www.thefounderzlounge.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFounderzLounge Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Nurr4XjBE747qJ9Zjth0G Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founderz-lounge/id1461825349 The Founderz Lounge is Powered By:Clean Eatz:Website: https://cleaneatz.com/Bon's Eye Marketing:Website: https://bonseyeonline.com/ 

Send us Fan MailIn the latest episode of the Exit Insights Podcast, Darryl Bates-Brownsword is joined by Dr Michael Filosi, an Australian dentist and former practice owner, to explore a challenge faced by many professional service business owners:How do you move from being the person who delivers the service to becoming the owner of a business that can operate, grow and eventually sell without you?Michael's story is particularly powerful because he didn't start with a polished, highly systemised business.He bought a small two-chair dental practice in Adelaide that needed significant improvement — a practice with possums in the walls and plenty of work to do. Ten years later, he had transformed it into a much larger operation with 10 dental chairs and 35 team members, while gradually removing himself from the technical work.The biggest transformation, however, wasn't physical growth.It was Michael's transition from dentist to business owner.He stopped being the person responsible for delivering the core service and instead focused on leadership, growth, systems, marketing, people and the enterprise itself.That shift ultimately helped him create a business that was far less dependent on him — and gave him the ability to sell it.Listen in as we discuss:

My friend Parker Vassau (married father of 3, business owner—marketing and pest control, longtime friend) joins us to share his story: Unexpected illness at age 14—tumor, complications, and not being able to eat for four months Principles to serve a successful mission—Parker knows this well after serving in Bulgaria. Not being defined by his ACT score of 16 Vision a BYU teacher have game him—acting on that vision—hard work and sacrifice to make it happen Supporting the many young men that are part of his businesses including being a safe place Starting his podcast called “The Committed Man” (see show notes) Insightful comments about mental health Powerful tribute to his step-father Darl McBride and our dear family friend (who died in Sept 2024 of ALS) Thank you my friend Parker for being on the podcast and all you are doing to help and build others. You inspire me. I encourage everyone to check out this episode and connect with Parker's podcast. Links: The Committed Man podcast: www.committedman.com Parker on IG: @parker.vassau

A strong culture is not just about how a team feels. It is also about how people work together, communicate, learn and follow through. In this rerun episode, Cathy Love chats with Regina Jean-Francois about the systems, project management habits and team mindset that help turn ideas into action. They explore how clear workflows create accountability, why everyone needs to contribute to the system, and how a growth mindset helps teams adapt to new ways of working. Topics covered on inspiring culture, accountability and systems: Shared accountability – Why every team member needs to understand their role and deliver their part. Systems that support people – How clear workflows reduce confusion and keep work moving across a remote team. A culture of learning – Why willingness to learn, adapt and persist is essential as businesses grow. A great culture is not built separately from your systems. It shows up in how your team works together every day. P.S. If this episode is hitting on pain points you're facing, let's chat. We can support you. Book a 20-minute complimentary call with us, and let's talk about how we can help you achieve your vision for your Allied Health business.Midroll Message: Join our upcoming Masterclass. Connect with Nacre Consulting: Let's connect on Instagram Follow us on Facebook Let's connect on LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group online community More about The Allied Health Business Brilliance Podcast: The Allied Health Business Brilliance podcast (previously known as Private Practice Made Perfect) powered by Nacre Consulting features authentic conversations that offer real-life stories and expert perspectives for Australian Allied Health Business Owners. Cathy Love, our engaging host, gathers wisdom from Allied Health professionals and industry supporters alike. We dive into the real experiences of running and growing Allied Health businesses in Australia, revealing both the rewards and the inevitable challenges along the way. It's raw, sometimes vulnerable, but always valuable. Join us and stay tuned to keep up with every inspiring story and lesson shared.

Most online business owners know how much revenue they're generating.Far fewer know how much money they're unnecessarily leaving on the table.After more than 20 years working behind the scenes in payments and ecommerce, I've seen profitable businesses overlook surprisingly small things that can add up to tens of thousands of dollars.In this episode, I'm breaking down some of the numbers, costs and decisions I look at when evaluating an established online business — including one number I think far too many business owners are paying attention to instead of the one that could matter more.You may be surprised where the profit is actually hiding.Chapters 00:00 03:31 06:08 08:39 #BusinessProfit #ProfitMargin #BusinessTips #Entrepreneur

Welcome back to Courageous Leadership with Virginia Prodan #Podcast with our guest - M.C. Laubscher. M.C. Laubscher, MBA, CEPA®, is an entrepreneur, investor, author, and the founder of Producers Wealth. He helps business owners build family wealth systems designed to increase control over their capital, protect what they have created, and transfer wealth intentionally across generations. He is the author of The Family Office for Business Owners and Get Wealthy For Sure™, and the host of the Kingdom Producers podcast. Join us for weekly episodes that aim to inspire and empower you to: Deepen your Christian faith and live with bold courage; Advocate for freedom and uphold values in an increasingly challenging culture; Gain powerful insights from history; Uncover your God-given purpose and calling; Lead with conviction in your home, church, and society. I'm Virginia Prodan—international human rights attorney, keynote speaker, author of Saving My Assassin, and a survivor of socialist Romania. I understand the true cost of freedom, the strength of faith, and the courage required to advocate for truth amidst adversity. Whether you're looking for encouragement, solutions to cultural challenges, or actionable steps to boldly live out your faith, this podcast will equip you to stand firm. Stay Connected with Virginia Prodan

Staying consistent with your fitness is easy when life is calm, but what happens when work gets demanding, your family needs more from you, and your stress is at an all-time high? In this episode of Conquer the Day, Brian Pickowicz breaks down the #1 skill for staying consistent with your health and fitness when life gets hard: learning how to adjust your effort without abandoning yourself. You'll discover...  ✅ Why waiting for life to "settle down" keeps you stuck in the cycle of starting over ✅ How temporary comfort can make stressful seasons even harder ✅ How to maintain progress with simple habits around nutrition, movement, recovery, hydration, and sleep. Brian also shares how he's personally navigating one of the most challenging seasons of his life and why your response to pressure ultimately shapes the person and leader you become. If you're a busy entrepreneur, business leader, parent, or high achiever struggling to stay consistent with weight loss, workouts, nutrition, or healthy habits during stressful seasons, this episode will show you how to keep your health in the picture without expecting perfection. HIGHLIGHTS:

“Everything is becoming SEO-ified! Every platform is really prioritizing that. So it's more important now than ever that every business owner have their SEO done.”Once you've got SEO in place, you're then able to use the data to shift your marketing efforts so they're even MORE effective for you.But you have to start with your website SEO. Meg's SEO story showcases this whole process so beautifully!If you're new here…Megan Yelaney is my business coach, a dear friend, and—as of last year—a Done-For-You SEO client. I invited her on so we can capture her story and experience with SEO now that she's been through the whole SEO & Grow Method (website » content » metrics).Whether you have previous experience with SEO, zero experience with SEO, or you're just looking for a way to get clients to find you—you're gonna want to hear this.——Connect w/ Meg:→ The Content Fix (free, 3-day event starting Sept 29th): https://meganyelaney.com/content-fix-brittany ^^sign up with this link to get invited to a BONUS SEO workshop on Oct 2nd!——→ Get the full show notes here!https://brittanyherzberg.com/blog/dfy-website-seo-case-study-with-megan-yelaney ——

Aubrey Masango speaks to McCoy Mrubata small business owner at the Joy of Jazz about their businesses, experiences and opportunities in the industry. The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of Poised for Exit, Todd Krough, President of the EPI Twin Cities Chapter discusses why some of the most valuable insights for business owners can come from other owners who have already faced the decisions, challenges, and opportunities that come with preparing for what's next.Todd shares how the Twin Cities Chapter has evolved over the past decade and why collaboration among business owners and their advisors is such an important part of successful exit planning. From building enterprise value to assembling the right advisory team, the conversation explores how better preparation can benefit not only the owner, but the long-term future of the business.Todd also previews the 2026 Owners Forum on October 7, an interactive event designed around business owners learning from other business owners. Attendees will hear directly from a panel of owners about their experiences, take part in small-group discussions, and have the opportunity to connect with owners and advisors facing many of the same questions around growth, transition, and what comes next.Connect with Todd KroughhereLearn more about the EPI Twin Cities ChapterhereRegister for the 2026 Owners Forum here Connect with Julie Keyes, Keyestrategies LLCFounder, Consultant, Author, Pod-caster and Instructor

Summary:What happens when you're ready to sell your business but aren't actually prepared for the process? Aaron sits down with Marvin Baker of Biz Seller Assist to talk about business acquisitions, due diligence, seller goodwill, systems, and why being prepared can make a major difference in the outcome of a deal. Learn more about Marvin and Biz Seller Assist at bizsellerassist.com. Curious how ready your business is to be acquired? Take the 2 minute quiz here. Minute-by-Minute:00:13 Introduction to Marvin Baker and Biz Seller Assist 01:57 The Journey of a Business Owner 04:26 Understanding the Selling Process 08:13 The Importance of Timeliness in Deals 12:08 The Role of Goodwill in Business Transactions 15:03 Preparing Businesses for Sale 17:19 Navigating the Silver Tsunami of Business Sales 20:12 Conclusion and Call to Action

Tom Matthesen, Balentine, on the Four Blind Spots That Cost Business Owners at Exit: Profitability, People, Capital, and Succession Planning (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 983) On this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray welcomes Tom Matthesen, Head of Business Advisory at Balentine, to discuss the blind spots that cost business owners […]

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You'll learn:The stranger test: a simple, repeatable way to check if your message is actually clearWhy broad statements like "healing your inner child" rarely convert, even though the work mattersHow to turn a vague outcome ("more confident," "more balanced") into something a person can picture in their mind's eyeWhy a specific niche makes an offer feel like it was built specifically for someone, and why that changes what they're willing to payA full live example: turning "help people find more balance" into a specific outcome and vehicle, using a plumber and a disconnected retired couple as case studiesHow to apply the niche, problem, outcome, and vehicle framework to your own business, whatever you're launchingIf you've ever wondered why your message isn't landing even though it's technically true, this episode gives you a genuinely simple way to test and sharpen it yourself. If you are a spiritual coach, healer, practitioner, or facilitator, check out my linktree below for extra resources such as:Join the complimentary Marketing Mastermind Group CallsThe Quick Win Campaign eBook - Generate 20 leads in 20 daysAccess to the Serving Circle Community - Find collaborations with other spiritual business ownersSocial Media linkshttps://linktr.ee/tysonsharpe

"You are a superwoman. You're not the superwoman. So, like, yes, you are super, you can expand, you can grow, you can evolve. And that is the best for you. And whatever is the best for you is the best for everyone around you because you'll be the best version of yourself." This week's "At her Career Crossroads" insight comes from Dr. Nikia Smith. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: You'll hear what can happen when changing jobs doesn't fix the exhaustion because the real issue may be deeper than where you work. Nikia shares how she reached the point where she knew something had to change—and why that realization led her to look inward. If your professional identity has become a big part of how you see yourself, this conversation will help you think differently about what it means to change direction. You don't have to erase everything you've worked for to make room for another part of who you are. You don't need to have your entire next chapter figured out before you make a change. Sometimes the next best step is simply creating enough space to recover, get curious about what you want, and begin finding yourself again. Dr. Nikia Smith is a board-certified anesthesiologist, wellness coach, retreat facilitator, and founder of She is Fire Forged, a wellness brand that helps high-achieving women of color reclaim their peace, power, and purpose. Connect with Nikia at: Website: http://sheisfireforged.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikiasmithmd/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheisfireforged   Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast   Want to connect? Connect with Dr. Robin on  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com   Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon!   This episode was produced by Lynda, Podcast Manager for Business Owners at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz

Better Food Habits for Busy Women Without More Overwhelm with Kelly MillerHow do entrepreneurs build better food habits when you are already busy, overwhelmed, and accustomed to choosing the easiest available option? In part two of Crystal Waddell's conversation with Kelly Miller, also known as Health Coach Kel, they move from customer language and product naming into an honest discussion about food, confidence, health, and the lives busy women are trying to build.Crystal shares her personal experience with weight loss, GLP-1 medication, cravings, and the gap between losing weight and developing sustainable food habits. Kelly responds with a practical, judgment-free approach: honor where you are, identify what may be getting in the way, learn the flavors you enjoy, and build a small collection of ingredients and cooking techniques you can reuse.The conversation expands into emotional eating, nervous-system awareness, cooking with family, and the changing definition of success in midlife. Crystal and Kelly reflect on why a homemade meal, a slow cup of coffee, or meaningful time with your child can feel every bit as valuable as the business milestones many entrepreneurs spend years chasing.What You Will LearnHow Kelly uses customer language to name Our Rooted Kitchen and attract the right peopleWhy losing weight and changing your relationship with food are not necessarily the same processHow to begin improving food habits without attempting a complete lifestyle overhaulWhy learning your preferred flavors can make grocery shopping and home cooking easierHow Kelly's tic-tac-toe grocery map organizes nine broad whole-food categoriesWhy reusable pantry staples and a few basic cooking techniques can reduce food wasteHow stress, survival mode, and emotional rewards can affect the way people use foodWhy entrepreneurs may need to redefine success around health, relationships, gratitude, and daily lifeEpisode TimestampsTime | Topic00:00 Choosing gratitude and a life you love00:30 Welcome to the Simple and Smart SEO Show00:48 How customer language shaped Our Rooted Kitchen02:38 Crystal's relationship with food04:32 Where to start when cooking feels overwhelming06:31 Cooking at home without wasting money07:10 Kelly's tic-tac-toe grocery map09:51 Sugar, cravings, and changing food habits11:47 Food, stress, and the nervous system14:03 Redefining success beyond business growth16:42 Why Kelly chose printed cookbooks18:28 Where to find Kelly19:55 Kelly's sourdough starter kit20:41 Gratitude and goodbyeKey TakeawaysStart with your real life. A useful food plan must account for your schedule, current skills, preferences, and the support you may need.Use flavor as the entry point. Learning whether you prefer spicy, salty, creamy, briny, or other flavor profiles can make basic ingredients feel more appealing and reusable.Build skills instead of collecting recipes. Chopping, stovetop cooking, and baking can create a practical foundation for working with many different foods.Small successes rebuild self-trust. Repeating one manageable action can build confidence more effectively than expecting an immediate, complete transformation.Success can become more personal. Business growth matters, but health, family experiences, rest, and gratitude may become equally meaningful measures of a good life.Episode Highlights“You do it step by step, and you honor where you are.”“What are the flavors that you like? That's where we start.”“Don't start or end your day with sugar.”“We're allowed to have these experiences and still be boss women.”Listener Action StepsWrite down three meals or restaurant flavors you genuinely enjoy. Identify the seasonings, textures, or ingredients they have in common.Choose one versatile grain, one vegetable, and one protein to use in more than one meal this week.Practice one basic technique: chopping, cooking on the stovetop, or baking.Notice one moment when stress or exhaustion influences a food choice. Record it without judging yourself.Choose one non-business experience you want to treat as a meaningful measure of success this week.Resources and MentionsHealth Coach Kel: https://healthcoachkel.comOur Rooted Kitchen: Learn more through Health Coach Kel's website and social channelsAlive in Your Hands: Kelly's sourdough beginner journey and starter-kit guideSimple and Smart SEO: https://simpleandsmartseo.comAbout Kelly MillerKelly Miller, also known as Health Coach Kel, helps busy women build greater confidence and capacity around food, energy, and everyday life. Her background includes marketing, ecommerce, SEO, health coaching, and product development. Through Health Coach Kel and Our Rooted Kitchen, she encourages women to reconnect with cooking, growing food, and practical habits that fit real life.About Crystal WaddellCrystal Waddell is an SEO educator, ecommerce business owner, and visibility strategist for creative entrepreneurs and small businesses. On The Simple and Smart SEO Show, she shares practical strategies to help business owners improve visibility, connect with right-fit customers, and grow without unnecessary complexity. Learn more at simpleandsmartseo.com.DisclaimerThis episode includes personal experiences and general wellness discussion for educational purposes only. It is not medical, nutritional, or mental-health advice and does not replace care from a qualified professional. Speak with an appropriate healthcare professional before changing medication, treatment, diet, or health practices. Some links may be affiliate links, which means Crystal may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.Text me your questions or comments!Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us at  Hey, Shopify store owners! (Especially if you're selling on Etsy, too!)Here's a quick question: Are people actually finding your products on Google?If SEO feels confusing, overwhelming, or like something you'll "get to later", this is for you.I'm hosting a free, seven day Shopify SEO challenge that breaks it down into simple, doable steps.No tech headaches, no fluff. Join us atSupport the showFree checklist: Is your Shopify store quietly losing sales? Run the 5-minute self-check →Book a Strategy Call With Crystal!Want to follow up on what you've heard? 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Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax-free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here and book a call hereWhat should you actually do with $100,000 in retained earnings when your business expenses are covered and you don't want that cash sitting idle?For incorporated Canadian business owners, excess cash creates both an opportunity and a challenge: where should it live, how accessible should it remain, and how does it fit into your overall wealth strategy? In this episode, Jon and Kyle break down why the answer goes beyond simply choosing an investment—and why looking at your RRSP, TFSA, corporate investments, cash reserves, and insurance strategies as one connected system can give you more flexibility over the long term.You'll discover:How to think about using retained earnings across personal registered accounts and corporate investments instead of treating each bucket in isolation.Why your true asset allocation may be much more conservative than you think once cash, emergency reserves, and opportunity funds are included.How corporate-owned insurance may fit into a broader strategy for liquidity, fixed-income-style allocation, tax efficiency, leverage, and long-term estate planning.Press play now to learn how to put excess corporate cash to work with a strategy built around flexibility, tax efficiency, and your bigger financial picture.Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you'll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here.Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:Consider reaching out to Kyle if you've been……taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;…investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;…letting a large sum of liquid assets sit in low interest earning savings accounts;…investing corporate dollars into GICs, dividend stocks/funds, or other investments attracting corporate passive income taxes at greater than 50%; or,…wondering whether your current corporate wealth management strategy is optimal for your specific situation.For Canadian business owners, effective financial planning means looking beyond retained earnings and building a coordinated Canadian wealth plan that connects personal and corporate decisions. From RSP and RRSP optimization, optimizing RRSP room, and tax-free savings to asset allocation, financial buckets, and an investment bucket strategy, the goal is to create an investment strategy that supports financial independence Canada, financial freedom Canada, and building long-term wealth Canada. A strong approach to corporate wealth planning may include corporation investment strategies, tax-efficient investing, business owner tax savings, personal vs corporate tax planning, salary vs dividends Canada considerations, insurance, passive income planning, capital gains strategy, and financial diversification Canada. For entrepreneurs balancing liquidity with long-term growth, broader wealth building strategies Canada can also involve real estate investing Canada, legacy planning Canada, estate planning Canada, retirement planning tools, corporate structure optimization, and financial systems for entrepreneurs. Whether the long-term vision includes an early retirement strategy, modest lifestyle wealth, or simply greater flexibility, thoughtful wealth management helps Canadian entrepreneur finance decisions work together as part of a more intentional financial vision setting process rather than relying on isolated accounts or investments. While choices such as real estate vs renting depend on individual circumstances, the central principle remains the same: use Canadian tax strategies, appropriate asset allocation, and a coordinated investment strategy to build a more flexible and sustainable path toward long-term wealth.Ready to connect? Text us your comment including your phone number for a response!If you listen to podcasts like The Rational Reminder with Ben Felix & Cameron Passmore, The Canadian Investor, The Canadian Real Estate Investor, Build Wealth Canada with Kornel Szrejber, ChooseFI with Jonathan Mendonsa & Brad Barrett, Afford Anything with Paula Pant, The Ramsey Show with Dave Ramsey, BiggerPockets Money, The Money Guy Show with Brian Preston & Bo Hanson, Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy, Masters in Business with Barry Ritholtz, The Wealthy Barber Podcast with David Chilton, Financial Audit with Caleb Hammer, In the Money with Amber Kanwar, The Loonie Hour with Steve Saretsky, or More Money Podcast with Jessica Moorhouse — we're confident you'll enjoy Canadian Wealth Secrets too.Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.

George Wright III explains how feeling overwhelmed and unproductive often stems from poor time management and urges listeners to treat time as their greatest asset, budget it like money, and be intentional about where it goes. He argues that flexible time is a result of disciplined management and resourcefulness, not randomness, and warns against living reactively. Practical strategies include setting clear goals, using a planner or calendar, prioritizing “big rocks,” creating boundaries, setting time limits, taking breaks, resetting intention when starting tasks, and getting organized. He recommends delegating or eliminating low-value tasks, planning schedules in advance, avoiding checking phones or email first thing, monitoring app and social media usage, and improving sleep with evening routines. Better time management reduces stress, improves health, and increases progress toward goals, relationships, and income.00:00 Why Time Slips Away02:07 Time Is Your Greatest Asset03:30 Budget and Track Your Time04:20 Be Intentional and Resourceful06:55 Core Productivity Habits09:08 Delegate and Plan Ahead10:40 Phone Email and Sleep RulesThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.

A Wallingford toy store owner issues an apology for donating to Let’s Go Washington. Is SPD being told not to hire more than 8 officers a month? Judge says homemade guns are protected arms, putting Washington’s strict ghost gun bans on the legal hot seat. // LongForm: GUEST: CNN contributor Shermichael Singleton reacts to the White House press drama and the ongoing saga in Washington state around a new gun safety training requirement. // Quick Hit: Consternation over data centers is taking center stage in the Ohio Senate race. 

Data and analytics are worthless without the human judgment required to make sense of them. In this episode of Behind the Numbers, host Dave Bookbinder sits down with Cheryl Einhorn, creator of the AREA Method and author of The Human Edge, to unpack how business leaders maintain a competitive advantage in an AI-driven marketplace. Together, they explore the hidden traps of modern decision-making, from noisy data and cognitive biases to the hasty choices driven by demands for speed. Cheryl breaks down why human intuition, critical thinking, and structured evaluation remain indispensable tools for navigating high-stakes business environments. Cheryl outlines the core mechanics of her AREA framework (Absolute, Relative, Exploration, Exploitation, Analysis), offering a clear blueprint to escape analysis paralysis. She introduces practical executive tactics, such as building AI "persona boards" to stress-test ideas, taking strategic "cheetah pauses," and spotting dangerous traps like confirmation and availability bias. Listeners gain actionable methods to audit their thinking, recognize algorithmic blind spots, and apply simple daily checks that expose critical evidence gaps. This discussion equips executives to know precisely when to deploy structured frameworks for high-uncertainty, high-cost choices. Cheryl shares a foundational habit every leader can adopt immediately: frame the core problem and outline explicit goals before ever prompting an AI tool. This single practice ensures technology serves as a powerful amplifier for human strategy rather than a replacement for it. Mastering your decision-making process is the ultimate strategic lever for leaders who want to cut through noise and build resilient organizations. About Our Guest: Cheryl Einhorn is the founder and CEO of Decisive, a decision sciences company that trains people and teams in complex problem solving and decision-making skills using the AREA Method.  AREA is an acronym for an evidence-based decision-making system that uniquely controls for and counters cognitive bias to expand knowledge while improving judgment. Cheryl developed AREA during her two decades as an award-winning investigative journalist writing for publications ranging from The New York Times to Foreign Policy Magazine, Barron's and Harvard Business Review. Cheryl is a long time educator, teaching at Columbia University and at Cornell University's SC Johnson School of Business and Cornell Tech. She is the author of three books: Problem Solved, A Powerful System for Making Complex Decisions with Confidence and Conviction, about personal and professional decision-making, and Investing In Financial Research, A Decision-Making System for Better Results about financial and investment decisions. Her new book about Problem Solver Profiles and the psychology of decision-making, Problem Solver, Maximizing Your Strengths To Make Better Decisions, recently won book awards for best psychology book and creative nonfiction book of 2024. Cheryl is also a contributing editor to several books by Harvard Business Review. Learn more by watching her Ted talk and visiting areamethod.com. About the Host: Dave Bookbinder is known as a trusted provider for independent business valuations, corporate asset appraisals, and exit planning advisory and he is the person that business owners and their advisors reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries.  Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers.  He's on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people's contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company's most valuable asset.” Dave's book, A Valuation Toolbox for Business Owners and Their Advisors: Things Every Business Owner Should Know, was recognized as a top new release in Business and Valuation and is designed to provide practical insights and tools to help understand what really drives business value, how to prepare for an exit, and just make better decisions. He's also the host of the highly rated Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder business podcast which is enjoyed in more than 100 countries.

Waiting until tax season to think about contractor paperwork is exactly what makes it so stressful. Every January, my team fields the same kind of call: a business owner needs a contractor's Social Security number, and that contractor already stopped answering. Find out what changed with 1099 reporting for 2026, including the new dollar threshold that determines when a contractor needs one. I break down what actually counts as a contractor for tax purposes, what a W-9 collects, and why the timing of gathering it matters more than most business owners realize. By the end, you'll know exactly what to check and request now, well before the January deadline. This is one of the few tasks where being early costs you nothing and being late costs you real money.  

George Wright III asks listeners to assess how their year is going and why they may feel stuck, emphasizing that overthinking rarely produces solutions and that answers are found through action and progress. He presents “the mastermind” as a single strategy that can change results by providing daily focus, perspective, and mentorship across core areas like mind, body, money, business, and lifestyle. Wright explains that while decisions and commitments matter, consistency is the real key, and consistency is built through habits and non-negotiable daily rituals. He encourages finding the “one thing” domino—such as podcasts or a daily masterminding routine—that keeps you consistent, aligns with timing for breakthroughs, and shifts focus off yourself to reduce limiting emotions. 00:00 Year Check In00:47 Why You Feel Stuck02:27 Action Beats Overthinking03:25 Power of a Mastermind04:28 Podcasts as Daily Mentors06:08 Timing and Core Areas07:00 Consistency Through Rituals08:16 Find Your One Thing10:36 Breakthroughs Need Consistency12:04 Take Focus Off YourselfThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.