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Is everything scaleable? Are the things that aren’t scaleable worth your time, even as your business grows?No, and yes.Today, we discuss the things you should always do the old-fashioned way: personally, without automation, and without delegation. Some things just aren’t meant for the factory line, and the time you invest in them will pay dividends that are way beyond worth it.Learn what these hands-on-only responsibilities are, and how to conduct them in an unscaled way. Most of them have to do with relationships — with customers, with your team, with industry colleagues. Relationships, of course, are best when they’re personal, not systematized.See what we mean, and see how to keep the right things small-scale. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1256 Should You Do Things That Don’t Scale? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In online marketing, customer relationships are everything. That’s why an entire industry devoted to Customer Relationship Management (CRM) has evolved. But with so many options, which CRM service is right for your business?It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one listener is overwhelmed by the options. From the simple and inexpensive to the wildly complex and pricey, there’s a CRM for just about every business. Understanding the factors you need to consider will help you pick the right one, and make your marketing work smoother, faster, and more effectively.Today, we discuss how to choose the right CRM for your company to grow into, the one that meets your current needs while leaving room to scale. While switching CRM’s is doable, it’s also a hassle — so choosing the right one from the start is a major pain-saver.We’ve used a bunch of CRM’s, and our own software service integrates with even more. Share our extensive knowledge of the systems available, and make the best choice for you. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaConvertKitMailChimpInfusionSoftActiveCampaignSalesforceStripeDripConstant ContactAweberHubSpotIntercomThe post MBA1255 Q&A Wednesday: How do I choose the right CRM platform? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As your business grows, so grows your team. As you hire, you’ll find yourself repeatedly faced with the question: what should I be paying?Today, we explain how to do the math for new hires. We discuss all the factors involved, from budget to experience to industry standards, so you can reach your own number. We also discuss other factors that can influence the final offer, those that go beyond simple compensation.Learn how to find the balance between compensation that’s high enough to attract the right fit, but low enough to sustain your budgetary needs. Find out where you can check up on comparable salaries for just about any position, and use those as a baseline for negotiation.With a remote team of dozens around the globe, we’ve learned how to reach the number that makes both sides of the table happy. See how we do it: Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksGlassdoorWebinarNinjaBufferThe post MBA1254 How To Offer The Right Salary When Hiring appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Leadership doesn’t start with your example. It starts with something deeper — something others can’t see, but that informs everything they can see.Leadership starts with your innermost beliefs.Today’s guest teacher, Don Scott, has decades of business experience. He also has a degree in psychology. Where the two disciplines meet is the key to truly effective leadership. To build (or rebuild) yourself as a leader, you’ve got to do it from the inside out.Scott’s here to show us how.Today, Scott will explain how to assess your internal orientation, and see how much improvement you can make. By cleaning out your internal clutter and clarifying your own beliefs, you can transform the effect you have on your team. It sounds deep and philosophical, but it’s intensely practical.Find out how to become the best leader you can be. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow Linksdonscottcoach.comThe post MBA1253 Guest Teacher: Don Scott – Leading From Within appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Entrepreneurship isn’t easy. But is it ever easier?No one would doubt that the first few years of starting your own business are tough. No matter the industry, entrepreneurship is demanding, mentally and emotionally (and sometimes even physically). But is it always an uphill battle? Is there an event horizon you can pass through and just…coast a little?Yes and no.Today, we discuss the ways in which business gets easier, and the ways in which it stays just as tough as ever. We’ll explain just what to expect — both positive and negative — as your own growth begins to offset the challenges of business. Business, generally, won’t change. But you will.Take a glimpse down the road, and get a sense of what your journey will look like years from now. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseEOFireThe post MBA1252 Does Business Get Easier? + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is entrepreneurship a young person’s game? Or can the wisdom of age apply to independent business?We often hear from would-be entrepreneurs who worry that they’re too old to get in the game. Usually, they’re retirees who are ready to hang up a lifetime 9-to-5 in favor of a fresh start. Is it realistic? Does a middle-aged person have time to go through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and come out on top?We certainly think so. But there are some important factors to consider.Today, we discuss the disadvantages of a late start, and the unique, valuable advantages of bringing decades of life experience to business. Some experience is universally applicable, and there are tons of scenarios where the 50-year-old is way better positioned than the recent grad who hasn’t lived enough to make the smartest moves.See what it takes to get into business once you’re over the proverbial hill. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1251 Is It Too Late to Start a Business After 50? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A business by any other name — is the profit just as sweet?It’s Q&A Wednesday! We’ve got a listener who’s ready to start a business, but is wondering how much time and effort to put into the business’s name. What kind of impact does it really have? Does it really matter what you call a business if the product, marketing, and execution are solid? Can a bad name hurt a great company?As it turns out, names matter.Today, we explain how to choose a name for your business that will save you time and effort down the road. We compare the impact of names relative to other, arguably more important factors. We discuss how your business name can help or hurt, and what to consider when creating it.Take a moment to get the first step in your branding right. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksNameMeshThe post MBA1250 Q&A Wednesday: How important is the name of my business? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In case you haven’t realized it yet, business is a marathon.Like any long-term commitment, knowing how to slow down strategically is just as important as flipping on the afterburners. Too much of anything — like work and stress — does not pay off. The rule of diminishing returns catches up every time, wasting your effort and holding your business back.It’s time to find your balance.Today, we discuss how to achieve sustainable levels of effort. Hustling smarter is always better than hustling harder, especially when overdoing it backfires to the detriment of your company. Learn how to know when you’re doing too much (or too little) and to adjust accordingly.Find the sweet spot between tortoise and hare. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1249 Why You Can’t Sprint Forever appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Timing is everything.That’s the central argument of this week’s Must-Read for entrepreneurs, When by Daniel Pink. Pink is a Yale graduate who’s spent plenty of time on the bestseller lists. He’s also a data-obsessed life and work hacker who’s pored through hundreds of studies on the role of timing for this excellent, insightful book.From business to psychology and beyond, Pink explores how to apply the data on timing to whatever you want to achieve. From the time of day you attempt a task, to the time of year you launch a new endeavor, to the period in your life you make a change, the timing matters.When shows you how to harness the data — and your own natural rhythms — to maximize your timing. See what a difference it can make: Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWhen by Daniel PinkDrive by Daniel PinkTo Sell Is Human by Daniel PinkThe post MBA1248 Must Read: When by Daniel Pink appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your business has grown to the point where you can’t manage everything. It’s a wonderful achievement, but it’s also pretty scary. You have to let go. You have to trust someone else with your baby. You have to pass responsibilities on.You have to hire a manager.It’s a big step. Management is different from any other role, and far more consequential. Your managers are the bridge between you and your team. What should you look for? Should you promote from within, or look externally? Should you seek managerial experience, or drive and motivation? Should you look for skill sets, or attitude?We’ve made some managerial hires we regret: not because the manager wasn’t qualified or talented, but because he or she wasn’t the right hire for that particular time in our business. With management, when you hire is just as important as who you hire.Find out why, and what questions you should be asking your prospective first manager. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaEasyCourseThe post MBA1247 Hiring Your First Manager + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

E-commerce is a different game. Not quite entirely physical, not totally online, e-commerce has its own rules, challenges, and considerations.As it happens, Omar built his own e-commerce company way back when, in his early years as a budding entrepreneur. During that time, he acquired the most valuable lessons of all: the lessons you learn from mistakes.Specifically, there are 5 terrible — but all too common — mistakes that e-commerce entrepreneurs make. They tripped Omar up, and they continue to derail business owners all over the scene. By knowing what to look out for, you can save the time, money, and peace that you lose by learning the hard way.From payment processing to order fulfillment, these are the most important pitfalls Omar encountered. Learn the unique rules of this unique business model — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksShipWireGatherArt of ManlinessReal Men Real StyleMinaalThe post MBA1246 5 E-Commerce Mistakes To Avoid appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Few things are more satisfying than rewarding your team with a retreat. It’s a chance to bond, an opportunity to gel professionally, and a statement of how far you business has come.Most of all, it demonstrates how much you value the team that’s helped you get this far.It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one listener wants to know how to choose the best location for a team retreat. As it happens, we’re planning one for our team this very summer. We decided to share exactly what went into our thought process as we identified the best destination.Today, we discuss what factors to consider, from weather to distance to security, and of course, cost. With a far-flung remote team of employees from all over the globe, choosing the right place was no simple task. Fortunately, we knew where to go for advice — and how to get our team involved in the planning.Before you plan your company’s first (or next) retreat, listen in. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1245 Q&A Wednesday: How do I choose a location for my team retreat? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No matter what you do, your business will have a story. The question is: who’s writing it?Getting a handle on your business’s online narrative is key to protecting your brand. Whether your business is brick-and-mortar or strictly digital, you have an online reputation to protect. More and more, consumers rely on other consumers’ reviews to make their buying decisions.Today, we show you how to stop outside factors from unduly influencing your story. We discuss how to establish a reliable system for keeping up with your online reviews, from Google to Yelp and beyond. We explain how to make happy customers’ voices heard, and how to deal with ugly reviews from the haters.Learn how to be the most influential part of the conversation around your business. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1244 Taking Control of Online Reviews appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Entrepreneurs can have many lives. One business idea at a time, we remake ourselves as we take on new challenges. Starting over — and over — is the challenge, and the fun, of independent business.This week’s Must-Read for entrepreneurs is James Altucher’s Reinvent Yourself. This isn’t businessman, investor, podcaster, and best-seller Altucher’s first entry in our Must-Reads, and for good reason. Altucher has several “lives” worth of experience. He’s founded company after company — most of which have failed.And all that failure has earned him a lot of wisdom.Today, we review this fresh, original take on what it takes to find your best self. With lessons from every avenue of success and failure, from Popes to rappers, Altucher shows us how to ride the ups and downs to your truest incarnation. It’s personal, applicable, and insightful. Learn how to escape stagnation, and meet your next self. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksReinvent Yourself by James AltucherThe James Altucher ShowThe post MBA1243 Must Read: Reinvent Yourself by James Altucher appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first rule of content marketing: you’ve gotta keep the content coming.Whether it’s blogs, podcasts, videos, or pics, you need a basically endless supply of ideas to generate content from. Fortunately, you have one — in your life, your experiences, your own head, and (most importantly) your audience.It’s simply a matter of capturing each little inspiration for later use.Today, we share our system for beating content creator’s block by loading up on ideas, all the time. With our easy-to-learn tricks, you can virtually guarantee you’ll never be out of ideas again, no matter how many you need. With over 1200 episodes of this podcast behind us, we’re pretty confident our system works.Tune in, and learn how to tap into your customers’ needs, and watch the ideas flow out. We explain how, and tell you exactly where to go for some easy, cost-free inspiration. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1242 Where To Find Ideas For Your Content + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tiers and trials: twin incentives to get users on board. But which one will work best for your business?Today, we explore how entrepreneurs selling digital products (like software services) can benefit from each. We explain the difference between the two, and how each is tailored to different business goals. By understanding both ways to give away a freebie, you can determine what will build your own customer base.Best of all, you can combine both approaches, if your business model suits. Whether you decide to offer an indefinitely free basic level of service, or a limited-time trial run, you can reap the benefits. Find out how — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1241 Free Tiers Vs Free Trials appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You’ve got a great podcast, but you want great guests. How in the world do you get them?It’s Q&A Wednesday, and we’ve got a question from a fellow podcaster who’s looking to bring fresh voices to his audience. Knowing how to find quality guests — and convincing them to record — takes some finesse, and some time.Today, we discuss our methods for wooing guests. By establishing your own reputation and following, you can attract (rather than chase) guests. By keeping your own standards high, you can sell potential guests on the value of joining your podcast. And even if you’re new to the game, you can still establish yourself as someone worth talking to.It’s a big Internet out there, and there’s no shortage of podcasts. But if you’re willing to put the work in, you can make yours stand out from the rest. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksAudio-Technica ATR2100 MicIconic by Scott McKainWe Are PodcastThe post MBA1240 Q&A Wednesday: How do you find guest teachers for your show? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Experience is the best teacher, and we’ve had plenty.Today, we put aside the specifics of day-to-day business, and focus on the principles that carry us through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. We’ve got 4 principles that years of struggle, doubt, anxiety, and ultimate success have ingrained in our brains.Learning how to cut through self-defeating impulses and focus on what matters can work wonders. By adopting the right mindsets, you can excel as exactly who you are, no matter the industry or niche. From emotional self-regulation to realistic goal-setting, these are the principles that work for every business.Learn how to take control of your outlook, rather than letting circumstances and market forces do it for you. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1239 4 Personal Business Principles For Success appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s time to get more specific with your business goals.That’s the theme of this week’s Must-Read book for entrepreneurs, John Doerr’s Measure What Matters. Doerr is a milestone master, helping organizations like Google and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation measure their progress with laser precision. Of course, his lessons are just as applicable to small businesses.In this book, Doerr explains how to focus on the most impactful growth objectives and metrics. With a humorous, irreverent style, he makes the importance of deep analytics clear. He also makes the numbers game less opaque, less intimidating, and more practical.Find out what you should be aiming for, and how to hit it. Once you know which numbers to watch, you’ll be that much closer to your (well-defined) goals. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaMeasure What Matters by John DoerrThe post MBA1238 Must Read: Measure What Matters by John Doerr appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So many podcasts, so little time. Which ones are worth it for you?Today, we’re putting the spotlight on the 5 most valuable, insightful, useful business podcasts out there (besides our own, of course). Believe it or not, we actually listen to our competition, and learn from other entrepreneurs out there on the digital airwaves.Some, frankly, are too good not to share with our audience.Add these podcasts to your listening list, and they’ll strengthen your knowledge and confidence even further. We’ll tell you where to find these podcasts, what we get out of them, and what you can expect from each. You don’t have to listen to all of them, but each one can add incredible value to the time you invest in your entrepreneurial development.Take it from us: these podcasts are worth every minute. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseHow I Built ThisBusiness WarsThe Jordan Harbinger ShowMasters of ScaleThe Tim Ferriss ShowThe post MBA1237 The Best 5 Business Podcasts in 2019 + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Conferences aren’t getting any cheaper. In fact, they’re getting more and more expensive — for those who don’t know some money-saving tips and tricks.Today, we discuss how to shave every possible dollar from the cost of your next conference. With some careful planning, the ROI on a conference can be well, well worth it. The insights, networking, and exposure you can get at a conference are invaluable. That said, a dollar unwasted is a dollar well invested.Learn our strategies for lowering the costs of travel, accommodation, and tickets. See how we attack the biggest expenses with a few prudent moves. Plot your next conference with an eye toward saving, and know that you created the best possible cost/benefit ratio. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1236 How to Attend Conferences For Less appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You want to launch a business. Should you bootstrap down and go lean, or take a hefty investment from an outside source?It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one of our listeners is pondering whether to take money from an investor or bank. Is a pile of outside money a launching pad, or a trap? Is it wise to take money before getting proof of concept, or silly to turn perfectly good dollars away?Today, we explain why it isn’t so easy to get money for a business idea — and why it might not be as desirable as you think. We also discuss how to convince investors or lenders to back you, it that’s indeed what you want to do.It’s a tough decision, and one that’ll determine the course of your business. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaEasyCourseThe post MBA1235 Q&A Wednesday: Should I get funding before I launch? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A simple truth: entrepreneurship is not for everyone.That’s not a judgment, but a helpful statement of fact. Just because you have a great product idea, or simply want to quit your day job, does not mean you should go into business for yourself. The decision to become an entrepreneur is a very serious, very big one.You need to be sure.Today, we discuss exactly what questions you need to ask yourself before taking the plunge. Once you’ve considered these questions, you’ll be able to enter the world of entrepreneurship with complete confidence — or decide against entrepreneurship with zero regrets.The world of business does not reward the unsure. Listen to this episode, ponder these questions, and know once and for all whether entrepreneurship is right for you. Don’t go into it lightly. Go into it confidently, or not at all. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1234 Do You Really Want To Be an Entrepreneur? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Content marketing: is there any other kind?If you’re getting into business, you need to get into the content game. Blogs, videos, pics; whatever the medium, it’s a necessary skill set. Content is the key to traffic, and traffic is the source of any and all sales leads. Your online presence depends on your ability to create, promote, and manage content.This week’s Must-Read book for entrepreneurs is your content marketing 101 textbook. Joe Pulizzi’s Epic Content Marketing is one of the best all-around primers on the topic available. It explains exactly how to market online, from SEO to social media and beyond.Pulizzi is a longtime content marketing strategist with a deep understanding of the power of narrative to affect branding. This book details how — and why — content marketing works. Learn how a relatively small monetary investment into great content builds a relationship with your audience, and how to parlay that relationship into sales.Whether you’re just getting started, or looking to take your content marketing up a notch, this is the book for you. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksBacklinkoThe post MBA1233 Must Read: Epic Content Marketing by Joe Pulizzi appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To everything, there is a season.Some businesses just don’t rake in the cash all year long. In fact, most business have their slow spells at the same times every year. So how in the heck can you stabilize your revenue stream, and keep your business on an even keel month after month?It just takes a little planning.Today, we discuss how to analyze your seasonal ups and downs, and create an action plan that takes an annual approach. Whether it’s nature’s seasons, market trends, or even the budget cycles of other businesses that cause your profits to ebb and flow, you can manage it. No matter the pattern, there’s a way to see it, predict it, and act accordingly. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1232 Managing Inconsistent Sales in Your Business + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The jet-setting lifestyle of an entrepreneur requires a little work on the road. But what if the jet you’re setting on doesn’t have WiFi?We’re always traveling. Finding the time, space, and resources to handle business in transit can be a challenge. Planes in particular seem like the perfect place to hunker down and get some focused work done, but how often do we board with the best of intentions, only to arrive with nothing done?Don’t worry. There are lots of ways to make every flight count, but only if you go in with a game plan. Today, we discuss how we make the most of our time in the air, with 5 specific tips that allow us to burn through our To-Do list before the tray tables go up.Before you take your next flight, tune in to this episode. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksBrain Food PlaylistThe post MBA1231 5 Tips To Getting Work Done On a Plane appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ah, working from home. For some, it’s the dream. For others, it’s a guarantee that you won’t get much done.It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one of our listeners has a problem. He’s trying to build a business on the side, but the second he comes home from the day job it’s one distraction after another. Of course, there is an alternative: the ever-more-popular co-working spaceIs it worth the cost for a side-hustling entrepreneur?We’ve got an answer. As someone who side-hustled his way to an independent lifestyle, Omar knows how tough it can be to carve out some private work space. Today, he’ll help our listener consider the available options, including co-working spaces and some low-cost alternatives.If you’re considering renting a desk, this is the episode for you. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1230 Q&A Wednesday: I’m too distracted at home. Should I join a co-working space? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s often said that the captain should go down with the ship. What we don’t say too often is that if the captain goes down, the ship is likely to follow.Taking care of your own financial needs is not an act of selfishness. It’s not a sign of disloyalty to your team. It doesn’t mean that you’re not putting yourself on the line for your business. It means that you’re keeping yourself strong enough to lead your company.If you can’t afford to pay you, you won’t be able to pay anyone else for long.Today, we discuss how the “pay yourself last” model is a recipe for disaster. Your own financial (and emotional) health is one of the pillars of your business. Self-preservation, therefore, isn’t self-centered.Stable, happy leaders are in a position to make better decisions and take smart risks. Entrepreneurs who aren’t sure how to pay the rent…not so much. Hear all about it — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1229 How Paying Yourself First Puts Your Business First appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We review a lot of books. But every once in a while, a gem comes along that stands out from the rest.Our expectations for The Laws of Human Nature were high. Robert Greene is a legendary author, and one of Omar’s personal faves. Greene’s 48 Laws of Power was a game-changer, and we anticipated no less from Human Nature.Needless to say, Greene did not disappoint.In this Must-Read, Greene explains the often-overlooked aspects of human nature that drive our decision-making. By tuning in to these inborn tendencies and understanding how they work, we can turn our natural impulses to our advantage — or at the very least, we can neutralize the impulses that hold us back.Hear our review, and learn how inherent biases and influences plague our thought processes. See how a basic grasp of human nature can empower you as a business person. It’s deep stuff, but it makes a practical difference. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow Links48 Laws of Power by Robert GreeneThe Laws of Human Nature by Robert GreeneMastery by Robert GreeneThe post MBA1228 Must Read: The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There’s no shortage of podcasts out there, but some are (way, way) better than others. With so many podcasts in interview format, how can you make sure yours stands out?If you’re trying to attract great guests, and give your audience something to talk about, you can’t go into interviews without a plan. Omar’s been interviewed on many a podcast, and each time he’s seen what makes a great interview — and what makes a terrible one. By avoiding certain rookie mistakes, you can make sure your podcast impresses guests and listeners alike.Specifically, 4 mistakes in particular just about guarantee a bad interview. Today, we explain how each of these mistakes kills your podcast, and wastes a perfectly good guest. With examples of podcasts that do interview right, we show you how to get the most out of each guest, and leverage their appearance for maximum traffic.Before you record your next podcast, listen to this one. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseWTF with Marc MaronThe Jordan Harbinger ShowHow I Built ThisThe post MBA1227 The 4 Sins of Podcast Interviewing + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paper ads. Billboards. Sponsoring the local little league. It’s how our grandparents did business, but can it still work for us? Is the offline world still a viable source of traffic for your business, or is physical advertising over?Today, we discuss how to make offline marketing work for you. While not as precise as targeted online content marketing, there are still ways for certain businesses to snare some customers in the physical world. In fact, knowing how to integrate your online and offline marketing strategies might be one of the most important skill sets a modern marketer can have.On this episode, we’ll explain how to determine if offline marketing makes sense for your audience, and how to measure the value of offline marketing relative to your investment. We’ve done a few experiments in the “real” world, and we’ve learned a few things that help us use our marketing budget more strategically.Find out what we found out, and see if a little terrestrial marketing is a wise move for you. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1226 Does Offline Marketing Still Work in 2019? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Content marketing is all about the numbers. And when it comes to numbers, email open and click-through rates are some of the most important numbers by far.Of all the factors that can affect those rates, is time one of them? Does it matter what day or hour you hit “send?” It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one listener is wondering if timing can give their business an edge in the email game.Is there any evidence that send times make a difference?We’ve got a few principles you can apply to find the best time for your business to send emails, based on the rhythms and preferences of your niche. Today, we discuss those principles, as well as exactly where timing ranks on the list of factors that affect open and click-through rates.We also cover how to adjust for time zones in a global marketplace, and how different email marketing software products give you the flexibility you need to reach your audience. Before you launch your next campaign, check this out. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1225 Q&A Wednesday: Is there a best time to send emails to my list? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can you measure motivation? How can you quantify the effect of appreciation on your team? When you don’t have a lot of cash to throw around, do the little ways of saying “thank you” really matter?Today, we share our experience using small incentives and rewards to keep our team on track. Small gifts and little bits of recognition can go a long way, but you shouldn’t take our — or anyone’s — word for it. You should experiment, and measure the results.We conducted one ourselves, using our Customer Service Team as the subject. We instituted a minor-incentive system that rewards outcomes without putting too much pressure on anyone. The results told us a lot about team management, motivation, and the enduring power of an employee who feels noticed.Tune in, and hear how we set up our system, then consider creating your own. A little gesture just might make a big difference. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1224 Do Small Incentives Help Motivate Your Team? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It seems like there’s a new self-help book for business people every day. But sometimes, it pays to look back to the old-school masters.Napoleon Hill was born in the 1800’s, but his wisdom has held up well into the 21st century. His best-seller Think and Grow Rich is a foundational text for entrepreneurs, and one of the most popular business books ever. Today, we review another of Hill’s classics: Napoleon Hill’s Golden Rules.Golden Rules is a collection of tips, tricks, and what we now might call “hacks” for reaching your goals. Based on tried-and-true principles of habit formation, Hill discusses personal growth and achievement from a timeless perspective that’s just as relevant now as it was generations ago.Talent, Hill argues, is not the key ingredient. By harnessing the power of mindset, you can affect outcomes in the real world. Learn with us, from one of the legends of self-empowerment. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksNapoleon Hill’s Golden Rules by Napoleon HillThe post MBA1223 Must Read: Napoleon Hill’s Golden Rules by Napoleon Hill appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your website’s pricing page: it’s the page where visitors are closest to making a purchase. It’s also the page where websites lose the most visitors, as cold feet stop visitors from becoming customers.How can you convert them? How can you get a visitor on the pricing page to pull the trigger?You have their interest. You have them *this close* to buying. What you need is a way to address those last-minute hesitations, those few questions that still remain. Enter the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions). By integrating your FAQ with your pricing page, you can head off visitor misgivings, and pave the way to a purchase.Today, we explain how to anticipate the questions visitors will have, and give them an FAQ that’ll inspire confidence. We discuss how many questions to post, and how to lay them out on your pricing page for maximum conversions.In the final moments, a great FAQ can make all the difference. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinja Pricing PageEasyCourseThe post MBA1222 How To Convert More Sales with Pricing Page FAQs + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What do you do with a dedicated, talented worker who’s exactly the kind of employee you need — but only sometimes?Employing part-timers has unique advantages, but it also comes with some challenges. Give them too much work, and they’re not part-time. Give them too little, and they won’t hang around long. So how can you ensure commitment despite the less committed nature of the part-time relationship?There is a way.We’ve hired many, many part-timers over the years, and we’ve lost far too many that we should’ve kept. In all that time, we’ve learned what works with freelancers, gunslingers, and other part-timers. We’ve learned how to maintain the employee’s sense of freedom, while also ensuring their dedication.Learn how to keep your part-timers around, and keep them as motivated as your full-timers. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1221 Is Hiring Part Time Employees a Good Idea? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There’s a huge talent pool on a sunny set of islands in the Pacific. If you hire remote workers, the Philippines is one of the best places you can look.It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one listener is ready to make the very smart move of recruiting Filipino employees to help run his business. As it happens, we have several invaluable team members who stand as perfect examples of just how well this can work out.Of course, there are a few things you need to know first.Today, we discuss what to expect when recruiting from this dynamic country. We explain what’s different, what’s the same, and what makes the Filipino option unique. We describe how to craft an application process that attracts the talent you want, how to weed through the applicants, and what online resources can best help you.Learn how to navigate the cultural and logistical aspects of hiring Filipino, and you won’t regret it. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow Linksonlinejobs.phThe post MBA1220 Q&A Wednesday: Any tips when hiring remote employees from the Philippines? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is your revenue leaking?Every month, businesses lose hundreds and thousands of dollars to failed payments. Whether it’s an expired account, insufficient funds, or a cancelled card, recurring payments that don’t go through account for an astonishing amount of lost revenue. So how can you safeguard your business against these unnecessary losses?Too many entrepreneurs simply don’t have procedures in place for failed paymentsFortunately, we’ve got a system we’re willing to share. Our method for preventing failed payments and recovering those that slip through the cracks makes a huge difference to our bottom line. The effect on our profit margins is serious, and it can work for you too.Tune in, and learn how to set up an automated system to keep failed payments from draining your business. Keep your revenue projections accurate, and your income stable. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksBare MetricsStunningStripeBraintreeThe post MBA1219 Failed Payments. Are You Leaving Money on The Table? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don’t think you’re a leader? That’s actually a good place to start!This week’s Must-Read book for entrepreneurs is Brene’ Brown’s Dare to Lead. In it, Brown explains how to find your own innate ability to take charge and lead, however hidden it might be under layers of insecurity. The emotions — including the fear — inside you can be used to inspire your team in ways you might not realize.As Brown argues, your vulnerabilities are actually some of your greatest leadership assets, if you know how to use them.If you’re a reluctant leader, or not 1000% confident in your leadership abilities, this is lesson for you. Once you understand the value of vulnerability (and the poison of perfectionism), you can become the business leader you never knew you were. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksDare to Lead by Brene’ BrownWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1218 Must Read: Dare to Lead by Brené Brown appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Conferences can be a very wise investment. As you decide which conferences you’ll attend this year, you have to make another decision: which ticket is right for you?Conference ticket options — and prices — range widely. From a seat in the nosebleeds to the multiple-VIP treatment, the choices can be overwhelming. Which tickets are worth the investment, especially considering the costs of travel and accommodations?Today, we explain how to get the most out of a conference by choosing your ticket wisely. By clarifying what you hope to get from a conference, you can align your choice of ticket to your most important goals. We discuss what kinds of options are worth some extra money, and which one’s aren’t.With an intentional approach, you can skip the upsells and get exactly the ticket you need. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1217 How To Choose The Right Conference Ticket + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every project is a learning opportunity — but only if you take advantage of it.After each and every project, our team takes a few minutes to reflect, learn, and (most importantly) improve. We are constantly raising our game, because we never let a project’s lessons go to waste. No matter the size of your team, you can do the same.Today, we discuss our efficient, 5-step process for post-project breakdowns. It’s the fastest way to refine your whole operation, one project at a time. We explain how to create a culture of honesty, constructive criticism, and professional growth.With every project we complete, our company gets a little better. That’s no accident! Learn how to get the most from your team’s accomplishments and their shortcomings. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1216 How to Conduct a 15 Minute Post-Mortem After Projects appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reading: it may be the smartest investment an entrepreneur can make.The ROI of a good book is hard to exaggerate. For less than the cost of a sandwich, you can completely alter your perspective, grow professionally, and find inspiration you never had. Every second you spend reading adds value to you as a business person. That’s why our host Omar reads, on average, over 50 books a year.How the heck does he do it?Today, Omar discusses exactly how he finds the time, and ditches the excuses. Without spending his life between the pages, he gets through title after title by using smart reading strategies. With a few tools, and a little scheduling, you can double or triple the number of books you read this year. What are you waiting for?Find out how even a reluctant reader like Omar can consume books like a page-turning demon. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksAudibleThe post MBA1215 Q&A Wednesday: How do you read so many books while running a business? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You want to network. You want to make the connections that’ll help your business grow. You want to make the right friends and partners.Should you just reach out?Cold emailing is an option some entrepreneurs consider. Without any connection or previous relationship, some folks just get a hold of someone’s email address, and pitch away. But is this really an effective strategy? Does it ever work? Is a cold email a bold act of gumption, or an annoying act of spammery?As someone who gets a lot of cold emails, our host Omar knows a thing or two about their effectiveness. Spoiler alert: the vast majority of cold emails Omar receives go unanswered. That said, there are ways to make a cold email a little warmer. With some preparation, you can forge a relationship with a stranger — but it takes more than a good subject line.Tune in, and learn the right way to make new connections. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEssentialism by Greg McKeownThe post MBA1214 Does Cold Emailing Work in 2019? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Entrepreneurship shouldn’t suck. That’s the essential message of Greg Winteregg’s career. In his decades in business, he’s been a prolific speaker and management consultant, and a well regarded business author. Today, he’s here to explain how no one can truly succeed if they’re unhappy with their business — and how to find meaning in your independent path. Staying motivated is about completing your business mission, not just working in the hopes of making money. This is not some impractical, feel-good bit of pseudo-hippie-ism. Winteregg’s practical approach is sustainable, not sentimental. No amount of money or “on paper” success can sustain an independent business in the long term. That’s not just advice. It’s reality. Tune in, and hear Greg’s 5 specific areas for finding meaning, purpose, and true satisfaction in your business. Refocus your efforts on building a business that makes you happy, not just profitable. In the end, it’s the only long-term way forward. Click Play! Fun at Work by Greg Winteregg SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chargebacks are a hot topic of inquiry these days. With banks and credit card companies pledging to stand by their customers no matter what, it’s way too easy for someone to force a refund — even when they’re in the wrong. In this climate, knowing how to avoid these chargebacks is a necessary skill. No entrepreneur can manage their revenue stream if it runs in reverse! Plus, too many chargebacks makes payment processors nervous, and potentially unwilling to work with your business. So what can you do? Today, we discuss how to steer clear of chargeback situations, plus what to do when you find yourself in one. The hard truth is that customers prevail in the vast majority of disputes, so heading them off is your best defense. With our tips, you can minimize the number of chargebacks requested, so you don’t waste time and money fighting them. Protect your revenue and your business. Click Play! EasyCourse SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We’ve discussed Mastermind groups, those collections of experienced entrepreneurs who meet to share their wisdom with each other, before. And some groups, frankly, are more valuable than others. But are some Masterminds valuable enough to pay for? Our intrepid host Omar decided to find out. Omar shelled out a significant sum of his hard-earned cash to gain access to an exclusive, highly-qualified group of mutually supportive business people. Today, we discuss how this experience was vastly different from the free-of-charge version, and whether the investment was worth the return. If you’re considering taking your professional development to the next level, tune in to this episode to see how (and why) the paid Mastermind experience is a whole ‘nother ballgame. Click Play! SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For entrepreneurs, ideas come easy. Often, it’s the next step we stumble on. Transitioning from idea to initial product can be a doozy, especially if your idea is a tech or software product. If you’re not an engineer, and you don’t have any handy, how in the heck do you move forward? Is your idea doomed to be just another coulda, woulda, or shoulda? Of course not! It’s Q&A Wednesday, and we’ve got a listener who’s ready to take the next step, but needs a cost-effective option for building the prototype. We’ll explain exactly how to use some creative resources to get off the ground without hiring engineers, as well as how to know when it is finally time to bring engineers in. As it turns out, you can build, market, fund, and even sell your product well before the actual engineers are necessary. Find out how — Click Play! Kickstarter Alibaba To submit your questions, visit 100mba.net/q. SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Video marketing is the latest must-have skill for 21st century entrepreneurs. While the power of text to drive traffic hasn’t waned, video is where smart entrepreneurs are finding their competitive edge. From social media marketing to YouTube SEO, video content has to be in your arsenal. But so many new entrepreneurs balk at shooting their own films. Why? We think it’s that age-old enemy, the intimidation factor. And we’re here to help you beat it. You don’t need a massive budget or a degree from film school to shoot high-quality, effective videos. You can put your own studio together in the comfort of your home or office, and produce exactly what you need. Take it from us: we’ve blown money on overly fancy A/V equipment. Since then, we’ve learned that when it comes to your video budget, a little goes a long way. Click Play! SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You can avoid wasting money without being cheap. In fact, you kinda have to. New, independent businesses depend largely on their founder’s ability to keep quality high but expenses controlled. You can’t spend yourself out of business, but you can’t disappoint your customers (or your team) just to save a buck. Quality is a must, but it’s no excuse to shed cash unnecessarily. This week’s Must-Read will help you maintain that balance. Colin Barrow is a prolific author, and Cut Costs Not Corners is one of his most popular works. It explains how to make every penny do the utmost for your business. Statistically, businesses don’t usually fail because the idea is bad or the revenue is too low. Excessive cost kills, more often than anything else. Barrow understands better than anyone how controlling costs doesn’t have to come at an even higher cost: the quality of your product and happiness of your team. Click Play! Cut Costs, Not Corners by Colin Barrow Discover all our must-read book reviews at https://100mba.net/bookreviews. SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Entrepreneurship: it’s fun and exciting at the start, but after a while, some uncomfortable questions may start to creep in. Usually, those questions have to do with your progress. Are you successful enough? Are you “making it,” whatever that means? It’s time to reframe the question. One of the most important lessons an entrepreneur can learn is that you’re always learning. There is always a next plateau you haven’t reached, always another entrepreneur who’s gone further than you have. Getting comfortable with your own inexperience — however experienced you are — is a must in order to maintain a healthy peace of mind. Today, we discuss how to measure your progress objectively, relative to your own unique mission. By learning how to enjoy the process of growth, learning, screwing up, and learning more, you can let go of excessive goal orientation and bask in the joy of right now — wherever you are. Click Play! EasyCourse SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.