One of the toughest decisions for many business owners is deciding when it’s time to get rid of someone. That “someone” could be an employee, contractor, customer, or even a vendor. One of the things we love most about small business is that it allows for a heart whereas big business usually comes down to a number.
How Do I Determine Priorities?
So who’s in charge here? This is one of the first questions we ask when meeting with business partners. The initial response is usually something like, “we both are” or “we all are.” We and you know that isn’t the case. Someone is setting the priorities for the business.
How Do I Leave Personal Stuff At The Door?
So do you work with family in your business? Or maybe it’s friends who are like family. Or both. Are you good at leaving the personal stuff at the door when you come into work every day? Not sure what that looks like? Well today’s show is for you!
The Evolution of One Business Into Another and Another and Another!, Eric Robichaud of Green Goddess Supply
Today we were joined on the show by business owner Eric Robichaud. Eric is the owner of Green Goddess Supply, a supplier of premium quality smoking accessories and home grow products. During the show Eric takes us on his journey from software engineer/nerdy computer guy to now being the weed guy!
How Do I Get Better At Speaking In Public?
Do you like being in the spotlight? Do you avoid situations where you know you’ll be asked to say something in front of a group? Or are you the first person to raise your hand when a speaker is finished and is looking for questions?
How Much Do You Value Your Time?
We were talking with a coaching client recently who was struggling to justify increasing prices for one of their services. She kept using the word “justify” when trying to convince herself that it was OK to increase prices. Our discussion quickly shifted to talking about what made their service different from the competition. We also chatted about the mindset of their ideal customer.
Unemployable, Terry Walkerly of Filta Environmental NEO
Today we were joined on the show by business owner and former MVP business coaching client Terry Walkerly. Terry is the owner of Filta Environmental NEO, a leading provider of cooking oil micro filtration services to restaurants and other food establishments. Over his career Terry has owned several business including ones he’s both started as well as purchased. Although he barely made it through high school, Terry describes himself as a lifelong learner who has read just about every business book out there. Combining that with the school of hard knocks and Terry has a lot of wisdom and insights to share.
How Do I Tell A Great Story?
Heard a good story lately? Who’s the best story teller you know? Are you a good story teller? What makes for a good story? These are just some of the questions we tackle in today’s episode.
How Do I Handle A Black Mark On A Background Check?
So you’re all excited because that new employee you’ve been searching for has finally accepted your offer. Now all you need to do is finish up the paperwork and complete a background check and they will be on the job before the end of the month! And then the background check comes back with a black mark. What should you do?
The 6-Year Itch With Peter Hans of Discovery Map
Today we were joined on the show by business owner Peter Hans. Peter is the owner of Discover Map, the leading provider of curated guides to top tourist attractions in cities and towns throughout North America. During the show Peter shared his journey from a continent hopping investment banker to a business owner by purchasing a map business back in 2005. Along the way, Peter spent about 6 years at each of his respective stops until he got that “itch” to go and do something else.