In this short episode, we’re breaking down the differences between 1099 contractors and W2 employees. You’ll learn which one you should use, what the benefits are for both, and what the dangers are for both.

Let’s talk about using software to make your business more efficient. You know we refer to the series of softwares in your business as a “tech stack.” However, finding and implementing the right tech tools can often be stressful, difficult, and time-consuming when you don’t know what problems you need to solve. So, how can you develop a plan for introducing software into your company that makes you more efficient? Listen now to find out.

Are you still paying employees by the hour? It’s definitely not in your best interest as a business owner. Want an employee incentivized payment structure that increases productivity, efficiency, and jobs? Check out our latest episode to learn about the Paying For Performance (P4P) model.

In today’s short episode we’re talking about hiring – not HOW to hire, but how to make the decision TO hire. Listen to this episode, and we will help you make the right hiring decision for your business.

Are you tired of wasting time in your business? You need just one place where you can find information for project management, sales, marketing, and bookkeeping all in the same dashboard! Put an end to disorganized excel sheets and outdated legal pads. See how staying organized and efficient can save you time.

Attention contractors, if you’re looking for repeatable, stress-reducing, and effective sales and marketing systems to grow your business, this episode is for you. There’s a concrete strategy when it comes to scaling your business without constraints, and that’s by building a strong growth foundation. Listen to this short episode to learn which factors are essential and how our marketing partner, Benali, can help set you up for streamlined sales and marketing success.

Do you know how to build a highly profitable business that can work without you? Do you know what most people do wrong when it comes to finding their replacement? Do you want to know how to become a successful business owner that can create a healthy distance from the day-to-day operations? Listen to our short episode, with Martin Holland, to gain the wisdom to be able to replace yourself.

Do you want to know the software essentials to building a successful marketing foundation for your business? Well, we’ve heard all the questions regarding how to choose the right software and we have answers! If you’re struggling to make the shift from paper to software in your business, find the best and most affordable option, or maybe even frustrated with your lack of knowledge on operating the software – this episode is for you. Oh, and if you’d like to talk specifics for your business, this marketing agency is all ears.

When you’re selling a service, are you selling a vitamin or a medicine? Do you know the difference? If not, that’s okay – but it’s important that you do. Knowing where your service stands with your customer’s will help you understand how to market and structure your business. Listen to this short 5-minute episode to learn a lesson that’ll shift how you think about your product or service.

Are you unsure of where the heck your efforts need to be in marketing? Today, we’re breaking down the answers to your internal dialogue of “is this the best channel for me?,” “why am I choosing this channel?” and “how do you get started on picking your channels?” But first, let’s start with what a channel even is… listen to the episode to find out.

“Less stress, more time, more money” – that’s our motto that you hear every episode, right? In this short episode, we’re going to be focusing on how to handle the stress, both good and bad. To put it simply, the bad stress, which we call “blisters,” and the good stress, “calluses,” are never going to be eliminated fully from your day-to-day. Why? Well, the blisters inhibit and hinder you from performing at your best, but a callus will help you develop the ability to handle all future stressors that come your way. To learn how to reduce blisters and form more calluses in your business, listen to our short episode now!

You have problems in your business that efficient software can solve but what happens when reality sets in and you realize nobody on your team has the time to learn the new software and you’re too busy to teach it? The need for efficient systems is consumed by the fear and frustration of not being able to implement them well. This is typical for small business owners that just want the “right now” and cheapest solutions. Listen to this short episode to learn how to avoid the usual outcome and instead find that perfect software that’s going to make things operate more efficiently in your business.

When was the last time you chose to do things the hard way? As a customer, when we’re looking for something, we want the quickest and simplest way to get it done and so do business owners. Working smarter and not harder is something we always hear and something that will always apply. Listen to our short this week to figure out how you can tweak your business to present yourself to customers as more efficient and of course, easier to work with than competitors!

You would think it would be easy to find good help now, right? But as you know… it’s just not that easy right now. With employers only able to fill every 1 out of 15 open positions in their companies and unemployment offering more money than most hourly wages for unskilled labor – how can we begin hiring again?

Do you have clients that are dissatisfied no matter what you do? We have the perfect solution: an expectation document. This document outlines what your customers can expect from you and what you can expect from them. Listen today to learn how to master your communication skills, avoid overpromising, and leave your clients feeling 100% thrilled with your work!

Have you ever learned something priceless from a hobby or interest and applied it to your business? Today, we’re talking about doing just that. Well, technically, we’re talking about cross-domain functional roles. Taking fundamental skills from one role or interest and applying them to another role or interest. Listen to our new short episode to hear just exactly how generalists triumph in a specialized world.

“May you lead an interesting life” – a quote that was once regarded as a Chinese curse is now a motivational proverb for the adventures of navigating life… until you replace “life” with “business.” In this short episode, we’re talking about the interesting surprises you can be given as a business owner. Listen now to hear how opening the door for surprises creates the potential for landmines, unexpected opportunities, or unexpected roadblocks in your company.

We’re talking about small signals today. The small little acts that can help you build a culture at your company where people feel safe, where people feel connected, and where they feel like they belong. Listen to this short episode to learn how to not only apply these small yet impactful changes to your company but in your personal relationships as well.

Strategy. It’s the word that makes people overwhelmed and uncomfortable. It’s our goal to change that. Strategy is just a way of saying “a set of tactics or tasks that address a clearly defined problem.” All it takes to create a clear and understandable strategy is a problem. That’s all. Listen to our short episode to make the process of creating your strategy so much easier for you and your business!

From the ancient tale about King Dionysius II and his courtier, Damocles comes a lesson about the stressors of having positions of power. The King felt great pressure and burdens from his responsibilities and Damocles, from an outside perspective, only saw his royal life of luxury. Until he finally lived a moment in Dionysius’ shoes and saw things through his eyes. Listen to our short episode to learn more about how this ancient tale applies to business owners today.