R200 – Fixing vs. Solving Problems
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez, David Begin
3d ago
Fixing vs Solving Small Business Problems - how to identify and resolve the root cause of problems in your business, instead of just fixing the symptoms. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r200-fixing-vs-solving-problems/ This is a re-release of Episode 200 of The How of Business podcast with additional new content and edits. On this episode, Henry Lopez and co-host David Begin discus the importance (and how to) of addressing root cause problems rather than just fixing symptoms - and why this is crucial for the long-term success and sustainability of your small businesses. It’s ..read more
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514 – Creating Extraordinary Places with Kevin Kelley
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez, Kevin Kelley
1w ago
How do we create extraordinary places for our customers, clients, patients, staff that support the growth of our small business? Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/514-kevin-kelley-extraordinary-places/ Kevin Kelley is with us today to share his thoughts and insights on how to create extraordinary places that help us connect with people. The questions he will help us answer include: Do we still need physical places like grocery stores, restaurants, and office buildings? Or will the "Replacement Economy" led by the tech titans and retail giants wipe out these venues? What about m ..read more
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513 – Fractional CFO for Small Business with Dan DeGolier
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez, Dan DeGolier
2w ago
Fractional CFO – how and when to hire a fractional CFO to help you grow your small business, with guest Dan DeGolier. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/513-dan-degolier-fractional-cfo/ When and why should you engage a Fractional or Outsourced Chief Financial Officer (CFO)? What are the services a fractional CFO can offer your small business? Dan answers those questions and shares how he helps his clients grow their small businesses. Dan DeGolier, a CPA, is passionate about helping entrepreneurs “upward” to help them understand their finances and cash flows, and obtain the capit ..read more
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512 – Brand Films to Grow Your Business
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez, Maxwell Frost
3w ago
“Brand Films” or videos, how to create and use them to grow your small business, with award-winning filmmaker Maxwell Frost. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/511-john-humphrey-connect-for-sales-success/ Maxwell shares his entrepreneur journey, and his current focus which is teaching businesses how to make 3-15 minute “brand films” with your smart phone, that grows your reach, fills your content calendar, and drives growth. Maxwell is the founder of Brand Film School - he serves business owners, marketers, and content creators. His innovative approach tackles a common challenge ..read more
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511 – Connect for Sales Success
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez, John Humphrey
1M ago
How to connect for sales success with entrepreneur and sales expert John Humphrey. John explains why sales success is directly related to the depth and breadth of our relationships and our desire to help others. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/511-john-humphrey-connect-for-sales-success/ Connecting is more than just traditional networking.  John Humphrey is a serial entrepreneur with experience in starting businesses ranging from restaurants to software and consulting. John currently serves as Chief Connector of Connect for Life, and is the author of “Connect for Life: N ..read more
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510 – 7 Start-Up Mistakes
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez
1M ago
Top 7 Small Business Start-Up Mistakes and how to avoid them and launch a successful business, with Henry Lopez. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/510-7-startup-mistakes/ How to identify and avoid or minimize some of the most common small business start-up mistakes. Henry shares his top 7 common small business mistakes to avoid, so that you can start and grow a successful and profitable business. Top 7 Small Business Start-Up Mistakes: 7. Poor Research and Planning. 6. Bad Partners and Hiring the Wrong Team. 5. Starting Too Big and not following the MVP or iterative approa ..read more
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509 – Finding Your Identity
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez
1M ago
Finding your identity is your path to finding personal and small business success. Hosts Henry Lopez and David Begin discuss how to find your multidimensional identity. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/509-finding-your-identity/ Is your personal identity predominantly based on being the Small Business Hero or the Successful Serial Entrepreneur? Have you realized how this identity may actually be holding you back? Hampering you from achieving true success in your personal life and your entrepreneurial journey. Henry Lopez and David Begin share their experiences and tips on how ..read more
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508 – Bad Bosses Ruin Lives, Great Bosses Enrich Lives
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez, Debra Corey
1M ago
How Bad Bosses ruin lives and Great Bosses enrich lives and lead the growth of a small business, with guest Debra Corey. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/507-debra-corey-bad-bosses/ Debra Corey is back on the show to share insights and highlights from her new book, “Bad Bosses Ruin Lives - The Building Blocks for Being a Great Boss” about how to avoid being a bad boss that can ruin lives and instead learn how to be a great boss that enriches lives of our small business staff and leaders. Debra is a highly experienced and award-winning HR consultant, world-class speaker, and si ..read more
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507 – Legal Considerations of Buying a Business
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez, Danya Shakfeh
2M ago
Legal considerations of buying and selling a small business with Danya Shakfeh, a mergers and acquisitions attorney. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/507-danya-shakfeh-legal-considerations-buying-small-business/ Attorney Danya Shakfeh shares insights and general guidelines, from a legal perspective, about buying or selling a small business. We discuss some of the legal considerations that apply when we are buying or selling a small business, and how to hopefully avoid some common mistakes. From a Letter of Intent (LOI) through the small business Purchase Contract, and all the ..read more
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506 – Budgeting Fundamentals for Small Business
The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.
by Henry Lopez
2M ago
Learn the fundamentals of budgeting for small business. How to create an operating expense budget for your small business, with host Henry Lopez. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/506-budgeting-fundamentals-small-business/  Why should you create an operating budget, and how to create an annual budget that helps you maximize profitability. Henry shares some best practices and tips and the key steps to create a small business operating budget. Creating an annual budget is a crucial exercise for small business owners, as it provides a financial roadmap for the year ahead. Her ..read more
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