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The sales call: is it a lost art? More importantly, should it be?What’s the role of outbound marketing in an almost completely inbound world? Is there still value in reaching out personally for a conversation? Can the time you and your sales people spend on the phone actually return worthwhile revenue?The short answer is yes.We still use outbound calls to supplement our sales strategy, in incredibly important ways. WIth a well-thought-out system, you can set aside time for the calls that matter most. You can gain an edge in new-school entrepreneurship with a touch of old-school methods. Whether your business is on or off-line, a simple conversation can be powerful.Find out when you should get on the horn. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksCalendlyWebinarNinjaBook Like A BossScheduleOnceThe post MBA1156 Do Sales Calls Work in Business Today? 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.

Does every web application need a mobile version? If not, which ones do?Most major software companies have a version of their product for every device under the sun. But for lean startups, you’ve gotta put your time and effort into what returns the best investment. Today, we discuss exactly how to figure out if you need a mobile app — and if so, how to proceed.There are a few key questions you must ask to determine whether developing a mobile app is worth your time and money. In fact, it may be the case that you only need a mobile app, and you can forget about laptop, desktop, and tablet versions.Tune in, and find out what those questions are. Ask them, and you’ll find a path forward for your software. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1155 Q&A Wednesday: I’m launching a web app. Do I also need to have a mobile app to go with it? 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 gonna happen. As your business grows and your team members ponder their futures, they’ll want to know how much you value them. Like, exactly how much.Whether you employ freelancers, full-timers, or contractors, shelling out the dough to keep the right people on board is a must. Of course, you have your whole business budget to consider, so how can you offer just compensation while keeping your books balanced? How can you avoid expensive turnover and expensive over-compensation?You need a plan.Well in advance of any raise requests, you need to have an established playbook for considering them. If you’re caught off guard, you may make the wrong decision — either paying too much, or losing an employee who was totally worth it. Today, we offer our system for evaluating and responding raise requests in a way that works for all parties concerned.Remember: the cost of losing someone great can exceed the cost of keeping them. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1154 How to Handle a Request for a Raise 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.

Sometimes, you consult exciting new voices in business leadership. Sometimes, you consult the legends.Peter Drucker basically invented business management, and is seen as one of the founders of corporate culture. His extensive studies and writings on effective business leadership are the foundational canon for budding executives — and entrepreneurs.Today, we review his classic The Effective Executive.This Must-Read teaches you the most important concepts in hiring, delegating, and generally managing. It explores how poor leaders waste time, and great leaders leverage it for maximum effect. The book’s subtitle says it all: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done. Learn how to be the best leader you can be, in small business or big. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe Effective Executive by Peter DruckerThe post MBA1153 Must Read: The Effective Executive by Peter Drucker 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 is growing. Your team is growing. Your space needs to grow, also.It’s FREE RIDE FRIDAY!!!, and we’re discussing how to scale your business in the one way entrepreneurs often forget to consider. Your office space has to be flexible enough to grow with your staff. Moving from space to space wastes money, time, and effort. So how can you set your space up for growth — without the growing pains?With our simple tips, you can shave dollars, hours, and stress off of the growth process. From the simplest garage or kitchen table to a full-blown office, you can make a few key decisions now that will pay off later.Plus, we discuss some unconventional options that can really free you up to grow without fear of bursting at the seams. Grow smart — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWeWorkWebinarNinjaEasyCourseThe post MBA1152 How to Save on Office Space as You Grow + 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.

Call it a landing page, or call it a squeeze page. Either way, it’s the key to conversions.These stripped-down, bare-bones pages have one purpose and one purpose only: to collect email addresses. One page can move visitors down the funnel at incredible rates, but only if it’s executed properly.Today, we discuss exactly how to get it right.There are times when an ill-placed squeeze page (or a poorly designed one) can do more harm than good. As online entrepreneurs, we’ve got to know when and where to place quality landing pages for maximum effect. Most importantly, we’ve got to design those pages well, with a goal-focused, streamline approach.Gather those addresses, and move on those leads. Find out how a solid squeeze page can make all the difference — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinja Demo PageThe post MBA1151 When to Use Squeeze Pages to Maximize Conversions 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 are a big investment of time and money. How do you know which ones are worth it?It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one listener is in a bind: with only enough time and resources for two conferences, choosing the best is no easy task. Fortunately, we’ve been to many a conference, as speakers and attendees. We know what to look for, and what to avoid.Most importantly, we know what makes a conference worth the investment.No matter what kind of business you run, or what industry you’re in, there are a few key common priorities to consider when choosing a conference. Truth be told, some conferences are way better than others, and knowing what you’re looking for is crucial. Find out what — and more importantly, who — you should be looking for. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1150 Q&A Wednesday: I can only go to two conferences next year. How do I choose? 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 always, our experience is your guide. Recently, we undertook the difficult — but enlightening — task of launching an entire new product. What we learned was valuable to us, and will definitely be valuable to you.We’ve got a new product, but this episode isn’t some thinly-disguised plug. It’s a genuine lesson on building and launching something new, and everything that process can teach you. Whether you’re launching your first product, or adding something new to your existing business, listen to this before you release the final version!Give your product the best chance of selling big. In this episode, we discuss marketing and launching a new software service, and how to balance your current branding with the need to make new and different waves. We get into everything from pricing to beta testing, with detailed information on how to give your new baby the best chance of success. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaAnytime WebinarAnytime Webinar ROI CalculatorThe post MBA1149 Lessons Learned When Launching a New Product 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 are our habits.That’s the lesson author James Clear understands, and it’s the topic of this week’s Must-Read book for entrepreneurs. Atomic Habits is a valuable primer on forming the right habits, and ditching the bad ones. One habit at a time, you can improve your results in business and life.By losing unproductive habits and establishing productive ones, you make the little differences that add up to big success. This is, hands down, the best of the “habits” books out there, based on years of research and careful study. It’s full of useful, valuable advice. And for all its detailed wisdom, it’s a relatively easy read.Plus, the book includes lots of bonus tools and online extras. As self-improvement goes, this is serious bang for your buck. Find out why — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksJames ClearAtomic HabitsThe post MBA1148 Must Read: Atomic Habits by James Clear 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.

David Ogilvy invented modern advertising. What can you learn from him?In a still text-driven online marketplace, effective copy writing is just as important now as it was in the 1960s. As the real-life Don Draper, Ogilvy used meticulous research to find out exactly what drove leads and sales. Everything he discovered about magazine and newspaper ads is directly applicable to websites and landing pages today.Time Magazine called Ogilvy “the most sought-after wizard in advertising.” But what he accomplished wasn’t magic. It was research-based strategy, and you can master it for your own business.Learn how a few words can make the difference between a flood of sales and a total flop. Learn how being clever isn’t as valuable as you might think it is, if it’s not customer-centered wit. See how in business, many things change, but some principles are eternal. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1147 5 Timeless Lessons from the Father of Advertising + 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.

Amazon giveth, and Amazon taketh away.The online retail behemoth is a double-edged sword, a massive marketplace that can give you huge exposure to millions of potential customers — but not without a price. Without a doubt, Amazon makes many things easy, like payment processing and shipping. But just as surely, Amazon takes its toll.Is it worth it? Is what you surrender to Amazon more valuable than the sales you get in return?Today, we discuss when Amazon can help, and when it can be the wrong choice. Certain kinds of businesses thrive under Amazon, while others are better off going it alone. Tune in, and see which category your business falls into. Decide whether tying yourself to the biggest name in e-commerce is a move you’ll look back on with satisfaction, or regret. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1146 Should You Sell Your Products on Amazon? 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.

Breaking up isn’t easy. But sometimes, it’s necessary.A business partnership is like any other: a mutual investment of time, effort, and resources. When it ends, it can go very badly. But when both partners are forthright and genuinely committed to an amicable split, parting ways doesn’t have to be a traumatic experience.It’s Q&A Wednesday, and we’ve got a listener who’s ready to pull the plug on a partnership. We discuss exactly how to make sure that all parties concerned get what they deserve, and how to transition from the current partnership to whatever’s next.No matter the reason, there’s a right way to split, and several wrong ways. Learn why leaving a partnership amicably is an important investment, one that will follow you into the future no matter where entrepreneurship takes you. Learn how to do it right, and you’ll be glad you did. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1145 Q&A Wednesday: How Do I Break Up With My Business Partner? 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, the flea market. The tables, the booths, the smells, the locals…the lessons.These markets are a microcosm of the business world, a stripped-down space where the simple rules of supply and demand are on full display — along with a ton of valuable lessons entrepreneurs can use on and offline.Our host Omar and $100MBA co-founder Nicole recently took a trip to the Kirribilli Market in Milsons Point, in Sydney, Australia. There, they saw dozens of small business people struggling to turn their hobby into a living. Some were doing better than others, and the reasons for their success (or failure) are applicable to every industry.Hear the tips and tricks we saw on display, that you can apply to your own company. Whether you’ve got a stall at the market or a site on the web, what works on the street works on the Internet. Find out how — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1144 Lessons Learned at The Flea Market 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.

If you can’t convert, you can’t sell. Turning website visitors into customers is an exact science, one with years of research behind it.Today, an expert in conversion optimization strategy stops by to give us a thorough breakdown of exactly how to move visitors down the funnel and onto your customer list. Iz El-Bahnasy is the founder of Gather, a conversion app that’s leading the way in…well, leads!El-Bahnasy understand the buyer’s journey from start to finish, and so can you.Learn how to maximize your chances of success at every step in the journey, from the first visit to marketing qualification to sales qualification and beyond. Using data from Gather users, El-Bahnasy has honed his strategy to identify weak points in the funnel, and fix them to keep the leads flowing.See how much better your conversion optimization can be. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksGatherConversion Rate Optimization Case StudyROI CalculatorE-Commerce Website OptimizationGoogle Optimize for Split TestingHotjar Heat Map SoftwareThe post MBA1143 Guest Teacher: Iz El-Bahnasy- How to Optimize Your Conversion Rate 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 a big world out there, and the Internet allows entrepreneurs to find the best, most affordable talent wherever it is. But with that freedom comes a unique, modern hassle: losing money as you do business across national borders.Today, we discuss how exchange rates can cost you hundreds per month — and what you can do about it.As a remote team with over 30 employees on 4 continents, we’re experienced navigators of the international currency scene. Over time, we’ve learned how to pay our people what they’ve earned, wherever they live, without bleeding cash ourselves.Learn the tips and tricks you and your accountant can use to save money on payroll, whatever the currencies involved. Learn how payment processors like PayPal can cost you more than you realize, and what better alternatives exist. Find out how to minimize the number of transfers you make, and mitigate the losses those transfers cause. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasycourseTransferwisexe.comThe post MBA1142 Saving Money When Paying in Different Currencies + 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.

Sponsors: are they worth the effort? Whether it’s a blog, YouTube channel, podcast, or live event, sponsorship can be your biggest source of revenue. It can also be a major pain in the tuchus.Yes, sponsors pay you. But that money doesn’t come free, and what you give in exchange can have a dramatic impact on your relationship with your audience. Carefully balancing the needs of your sponsors, your audience, and your business is a delicate thing — and it’s crucial to get it right.Today, we discuss the benefits and drawbacks of sponsorship. We help you choose the right sponsors for your brand and audience, and offer our insights on how and when to acquire sponsors that add value, not just cash. Learn how it’s done — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1141 Should You Have Sponsors? 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 know webinars work. So what tools do you need to make them work better? It’s Q&A Wednesday, and we’re helping one listener choose the best gear for the job.There are a million audio/visual gadgets out there, but we’re focusing on the must-haves, the bare essentials that have the greatest overall impact on the quality of your webinar. As longtime webinar hosts (and webinar software developers), we’ve learned a thing or two.From mics to cameras, boom arms to lighting, we’ve got the most practical, least expensive ways to produce a professional webinar.Plus, we’ve got tips on how to use these tools to give the best webinar possible. Learn what to use, where to get it, and how to make it all work. Toss the bells and whistles aside, and focus on what matters most to your ultimate goal: conversions. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaAudio Technica ATR2100Logitech WebcamsThe post MBA1140 Q&A Wednesday: What gear do you recommend for my webinars? 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.

Having a bad day?In entrepreneurship, that’s gonna happen. Fires will erupt, and putting them out is every independent business person’s burden. But if you let a rough patch sour your mood, the damage will be compounded by your own emotional imbalance. So how can you take the hits with calm, cool, and confidence?Today, we discuss our specific methods for digging ourselves out of a funk. Your team needs you at your best, emotionally and mentally. Every second you spend in a bad mood hurts morale, productivity, and your bottom line.In the end, a happy entrepreneur is a more successful one.This episode is not a pep talk. It’s a practical, step-by-step guide to dusting yourself off, putting a smile on your face, and getting back in the saddle. Try our techniques, and see how quick you can make your emotional recovery time. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1139 How to Get Out of a Bad Mood For The Sake of Your 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.

Excessive stress is not a requirement of entrepreneurship.At least that’s what Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson, authors of this week’s Must-Read book for entrepreneurs think. It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work is a radical treatise on the dangers — and utter uselessness — of running yourself and your team ragged. Their company, Basecamp, prides itself on a healthy approach to the work/life balance.We found Fied and Hansson’s thoughts to be challenging, but we can’t deny their results. Basecamp is a phenomenal success, one that the cofounders claim was built without goal-obsessed, productivity-driven, hair-tearing work.Could this approach work for your business?Today, we review this incredible book, and analyze its unique philosophy. The war against anxiety has begun, and these successful entrepreneurs are ready to fight for a saner, happier workplace. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksIt Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier HanssonBasecampThe post MBA1138 Must Read: It Doesn’t Have To Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson 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 start a business, but you’re terrified.You’re terrified that you could find yourself unable to fund your basic needs like housing, food, and Netflix (ok, maybe that last one’s not technically a “need,” but still). Entrepreneurship is risky, and takes time, and you have to make a living while your business grows. So what can you do to keep a roof over your head while you pursue your own success?Enter the “passive” income.Yes, passive income is real. No, it’s not a way to earn money for doing nothing. It’s a smart, savvy way to fund your day-to-day life while making moves the conventionally employed can’t make. It allows you to focus on your life, not your living. It gives you the freedom to choose entrepreneurship, without ending up in a hole.Find out how you can use the passive income strategy (along with some extra work and a little sacrifice) to keep yourself stable, wherever business takes you. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCoursePodiatransistor.fmThe post MBA1137 4 Steps to Make Enough Passive Income For Your Personal Expenses + 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.

Need a revenue boost? Look no further.Today, we discuss 3 steps you can take today that’ll jazz your numbers up and get you through a slow month. These immediately applicable, effective steps can give you just the edge you need to see moderate growth within a few weeks. Some are simple, some more involved, but all can do the trick.From unique promotional strategies, to outside-the-box marketing tactics, to subtle systemic tweaks, these tips help you squeeze a few dollars more from your existing resources. Using just what you’ve got, you can get a little further, climb a little higher, and set yourself up to grow steadily.We use these tricks ourselves when our businesses need a shot in the arm. Hear how it’s done — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinja Webinar WorkshopThe post MBA1136 3 Steps to Make an Extra 20% in Sales This Month 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.

Affiliate marketing can be a powerful, positive tool for growth. But like many business opportunities, it can also create the conditions for some seriously shady misbehavior.Don’t let the scammers win!Today, we discuss 5 simple strategies you can use to cut the devils off and protect your business. While most of your affiliates will be trustworthy fellow entrepreneurs with good intentions, there are always bad apples out there waiting to use stolen credit card info to boost their own commissions — and leave you holding the bag.If you don’t protect yourself, the chargebacks from false purchases will throw your revenue cycle into chaos. Fortunately, it’s not too hard to set your affiliate program up in a way that prevents all that.Our own scammer-unfriendly affiliate system took a few bad experiences to perfect, so let our experience be your security. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksStripeThe post MBA1135 Q&A Wednesday: How Do I Stop Scammers From Abusing My Affiliate Program? 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.

Time is more valuable than money — and we’ve only got so much. What would you be willing to trade for substantially more time, each and every week?Today, we’ve got 3 steps you can take to drastically increase your time by drastically improving your productivity. These aren’t simple “hacks” or fluffy life lessons; they’re challenging acts of commitment that pay off big. These are things we do ourselves, and even though it’s not always easy, it’s always worth it.Imagine what you can do with 10 extra hours per week: professional development, new projects, or just plain relaxing! It is possible to squeeze more and more precious time from even the busiest schedule, if you apply certain principles — and avoid some time-sucking bad habits.Try these strategies for just one week, and see what a difference they can make! Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow Linksanytime webinarThe Jordan Harbinger ShowbacklinkoThe post MBA1134 3 Steps to Gain 10 Productive Hours This Week 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.

Do you have employees, or do you have a team?It’s one thing to be in charge, but having strong relationships with your team can have a serious positive impact on your business performance. The quality of your product, the efficiency of your systems, and your bottom line can all be better — if you’re willing to put some work into the relationships that drive the team’s success.Today on the podcast, we’ve got a renowned expert in team management to help you do just that.Dan Schawbel is the expert’s expert, a New York Times best-selling author lauded in Forbes, INC, and Business Insider as a powerful young leader. He’s here with proven ways to reduce employee turnover, get the team focused on your common mission, and create an atmosphere of loyalty and shared purpose.These tips work for teams of all sizes, in any industry. Find out how to get everyone on the same page — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksDan Schawbel5 Questions with Dan SchawbelBack to Human by Dan SchawbelThe post MBA1133 Guest Teacher: Dan Schawbel- How to Create Strong Relationships with 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.

Meetings: is there anyone who actually likes them?For most businesses, meetings are a must, at least occasionally. Very rare is the business in which the team never gets together, either virtually or in person. However, too many meetings are just as dangerous as too few. So what’s the right frequency for your business?Today, we discuss how to determine exactly how often to meet. From the daily “Stand Up” to the monthly get-together, we’ve seen dozens of different approaches, with varying degrees of success. Balancing the need for communication with the need for efficiency can be a tricky proposition, one with serious impact on the morale and productivity of your team.Our formula for creating your team’s meeting schedule can help you establish a fair, groan-free system for catching up together, and then getting back to work. With a little forethought, you can keep everyone on the same page, without taking away from your employees’ independence. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1132 How Often Do You Need to Meet with Your Team? + 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 age old question for entrepreneurs with growing teams: when does is stop being smart to pay by the hour? When is a salary the right move?Depending on the employee, how you pay them can make all the difference in both their productivity and your return on investment. And while one option definitely (usually) costs more than the other, what you get back for that money is just as variable.We had to learn this ourselves, with our own businesses depending on a remote team of dozens.Our mixture of full-time employees, part-timers, and freelancers requires a careful balance of pay-affecting factors. With pros and cons to both approaches, weighing the cost of employee pay with the value of employee work can be tricky business — especially when the pay structure has a serious impact on the quality of their work.Today, we discuss how to decide which way you’ll pay a given employee, how to set expectations, and how to ensure you’ll both get what you need from each other in a mutually beneficial arrangement. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1131 Paying Staff Hourly vs. Salary 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.

Facebook advertising works, but only if you do it right.It’s Q&A Wednesday, and we’ve got a listener who’s ready to advertise, but not sure how to design ads that convert — and more importantly, don’t waste the advertising budget.Fortunately, you don’t need to hire an expensive pro to design effective Facebook ads. There are several options, and lots of resources, for the DIY advertiser. With a little guidance and some helpful tools, you can create several Facebook-friendly images that work perfectly within the social site’s parameters.Knowing Facebook’s rules and applying one of the 3 options we discuss today will pay off, with a patient approach to the platform that prioritizes efficiency. In relatively little time, at little cost, you can unleash ads that work, avoiding common pitfalls along the way.Hear how it’s done. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksUpWorkCanvaSketchSkillshareLyndaUdemyUnSplashAdEspressoThe post MBA1130 Q&A Wednesday: How do I create Facebook ad images without a designer? 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 basic truth of business: this isn’t for everyone.Entrepreneurship isn’t a better way of making a living, just a different one. And only certain kinds of people are suited for it. Having coached and mentored many an independent business person through the $100 MBA, we’ve seen what it takes to succeed — and why being honest with yourself is the first prerequisite.Over time, we’ve noticed a collection of common traits, aversions that all but guarantee entrepreneurship will not work out for someone. There are certain things that only entrepreneurs enjoy, while most people will be stressed right back into conventional employment.Yes, this is one of those “hard truth” episodes. But like all hard truths, it’s vital to hear.There’s nothing wrong with not being an entrepreneur. Forcing yourself to be someone you’re not isn’t smart for anyone, in business or life. Tune in to this episode, and see if you’re really cut out for this wacky, but rewarding, world we live in. If not, do what’s right for you and yours, and express your potential in the way that suits you best.One way to find out — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1129 How to Know if Entrepreneurship is Not For You 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.

Tim Ferriss is at it again, with another book of Grade-A entrepreneurial wisdom. But this time, it’s not just from the man himself.Tribe of Mentors is a fantastic collection of condensed wisdom from experts in various industries. Easy to read, digestible, and immediately applicable, these golden nuggets of business truth will serve you well. That’s why it’s this week’s Must-Read book for budding entrepreneurs.One of the most daring and occasionally controversial business “gurus” of our time, Ferriss always swings for the fences. As a writer and blogger, he’s inspired millions to get to the next level, even by unconventional means. The original life hacker, Ferriss’ influence can’t be denied. Now, he offers a long, but very readable tome on what it takes to move up in life and business.Hear why this book should be on your list. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksTribe of Mentors by Time FerrissThe post MBA1128 Must Read: Tribe of Mentors by Tim Ferriss 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.

Will writing a book help your business?It sounds like a no-brainer: figure out how to start writing a book, finish it, and your credibility will spike, leading to more traffic. Done right, a book can be one of the most powerful branding and marketing tools imaginable.But done incorrectly, writing a book can be serious waste of time, money, and effort.In order to produce a big ROI, your book has to have certain components. It has to be written — and marketed — in a way that’s efficient. Simply putting words to paper will not boost your business. In fact, it can hurt your business and brand.You don’t have to be a stellar writer, but you do need a plan.Today, we discuss what makes a book work as a marketing tool, and why some books fail to hit the mark. From content to publishing method to marketing, these tips will ensure that what you get out of your book is greater than what you put in. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1127 Should You Write a Book to Promote Your Brand? + 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.

Entrepreneurs have to stay on top of the latest. Any tools that can make us more effective, more efficient, and better prepared to compete are a must.In business, we all need an edge. 2018 has offered exactly that, with apps and programs that make a difference.Today, we discuss 5 incredible tools that have had the greatest impact on our productivity. They’ve improved the quality of our work, while making work easier. They’ve become indispensable to us, saving us time, money, and headaches. Some are simple, some are complex — but all are powerful.Check out these tools for yourself, and see what they can do for your competitive edge. You’ll be glad you did. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksCloudAppUnsplashAdEspressoMousepose’ElementorThe post MBA1126 My Favorite Business Tools in 2018 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 take a stand! The health and productivity drawbacks of sitting all day at work are well-documented. As people in every business look for ways to work healthier and more effectively, the standing desk has become all the rage.As entrepreneurs, we have the privilege of being able to design our own workspaces. Freed from the cubicle, more and more of us are choosing to work on our feet, and the benefits are undeniable — but it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. The standing desk, like all things, has its own drawbacks.Today, we discuss the ups, the downs, and the adjustments you’ll have to make if you decide to get off your derriere. We’ve worked 8 hours a day at standing desks for over 4 years now, and we’ve experienced the physical and professional benefits. We’ve also experienced the unpleasant parts, and found ways to modify our setup.Get more done, and improve your health. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1125 Q&A Wednesday: I heard you use a standing desk? What are the benefits? 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.

Considering building a personal website to boost your brand?In addition to business and product-specific sites, sites devoted to your personal outlook and character can have a powerful marketing impact. They can help consolidate and leverage your most important asset — the audience you build — across multiple business ventures.We decided to find out for ourselves what it takes to build an effective personal website. We launched omarzenhom.com to promote your favorite podcast host’s public speaking services and highlight his other business accomplishments.Today, we take a look at we learned from this project.Mostly, we learned a lot about the importance of deadlines, and how to build your website in the smartest, most efficient way — even if it means making some tough choices in the name of getting the job done. To get the most out of a personal website, you’ve got to learn an age-old business lesson: that “done” is better than “perfect.”We discuss how to design, plan, and launch your personal website with a focus on what matters most to your business. Before you get started on your website, give this episode a listen. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksMBA 1037: Do You Need a Personal Website?omarzenhom.comIt Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at WorkSimvolyForging LegendsWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1124 My Personal Website Results 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.

One talk can do it all. It can propel your independent business, and keep it growing year after year. The right signature speech can be the foundation of your entire personal brand, boosting your credibility and growing your following.Today, we’ve got a special guest teacher who specializes in crafting evergreen, reusable, home-run talks that get serious mileage. Pete Vargas knows what it takes to command the stage or screen with talks that are valuable and inspiring, and that convince audiences to take a closer look at you and your product.Pete’s here to discuss the 4 specific components that can make a signature talk your most powerful marketing tool. Whether it’s for conferences, webinars, website videos, or anything else, the content you put into your talk can carry your message far and wide — and win converts along the way.Learn how to create, deliver, and leverage an incredible talk. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksOne Hour Launch WorkshopHow to Create Presentations That Convert Any AudienceThe post MBA1123 Guest Teacher: Pete Vargas- Crafting a High-Converting Signature Talk 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.

Relax.That’s not a suggestion. It’s not even advice. It’s a requirement for any entrepreneur who really wants to succeed. A burnt out, overworked, overtired person cannot meet their full potential, and is not fit to run a business. In order to make yourself fully capable, you have to factor in a little R&R.Fortunately, getting the recharge you need doesn’t have to cost you much money, or your business much of your time.Today, we discuss 5 ways to get quick, relatively cheap relief from the stresses of entrepreneurship. In fact, a single day of dedicated rest, focused solely on refreshing your love of life, is more effective than a week of working “vacation” where you spend your “off” days squinting at work messages on your smartphone.For $100 or less, in less than 24 hours, you can do what you need to do to keep your head on straight. We can’t stress (see what I did there?) this enough: rest is just as important as work in order to be successful.It’s not lazy. It’s not luxurious. It’s life, and you can live it with a healthy balance of work and play. Speaking of which, Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1122 5 Ways to Recharge for Under $100 + 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 your small business succeeding?Growth can be a difficult thing to measure. Often, new entrepreneurs need help to determine whether they’re on the right track. What exactly constitutes the right speed of growth is hard to put your finger on, especially when things can change so drastically at the beginning.Today, we discuss exactly how to decide what success means for your business, what exactly needs to grow, and how fast. Whether you’re measuring revenue, users, influence, or anything else, defining your benchmarks is the only way to track your progress. If you’re not growing, you’re dying — so you have to be able to “see” growth as it’s happening.No matter the size or type of business, you can paint a picture of what adequate growth looks like. On this episode, we offer multiple ways to measure growth, so you can decide which matters most. By pinpointing the right data and metrics, you can see exactly where you are — and how to get where you’re going more quickly.Learn how it’s done — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1121 Is Your Business Growing Too Slowly? 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.

Just getting started blogging? There’s a ton to learn. There’s a ton we wish we’d learned before we started. Fortunately, we’ve learned it since, and today we share it with you!It’s Q&A Wednesday, and one listener wants to know exactly what advice we’d give a rookie blogger. Without the right focus (and the right tips), the blog game can be tough, even counter-productive. But if you can find your voice, master your content production, and leverage your writing skillfully, your blog can be the best thing that ever happened to your business.This advice is much more specific than “just keep blogging.” With instructions on everything from blog structure to page design and more, you can improve the quality and visibility of your blog. This is the information it took us years (and hundreds of posts) to acquire.Make the best blog you can make. Get the most out of it. See how powerful a simple thing like the written word can be for your business. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksRisky MoneyThe post MBA1120 Q&A Wednesday: Do you have any crucial advice you’d give to a fresh blogger? 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 excellent opportunities to network, build partnerships, and yes, build your audience. Whether you’re a speaker or just an attendee, there’s no substitute for the face-to-face, in person connections you build at conferences.But you have to make those connections correctly, and strategically.Too many entrepreneurs don’t get the most out of the opportunities conferences create. Today, we discuss how to turn your fellow attendees into more than just friendly faces. With a few simple tricks, you can turn them into leads, and ultimately into customers.You can harvest the crowd, turning a portion of the conference audience into your audience.Conferences are unique and wonderful things, where you’re surrounded by people with whom you already share common interests. You can dip your basket into this flow of real-world, live human traffic, and translate it into digital traffic for your business.Check out our 5 tips for getting the most out of conferences, and see what a difference they can make. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaSumoKing SumoThe post MBA1119 5 Ways to Get More Leads at Conferences 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’s the secret to creativity? How do great product designers, artists, and content marketers create original work that’s unlike anything consumers have seen before?They don’t.This week’s Must-Read book for the entrepreneur, Austin Kleon’s Steal Like an Artist, debunks the myth of originality and explains how all great creations are the products of the creator’s influences, not divine inspiration from within.Creating and marketing art, products, and writings has less to do with “creating” and more to do with something else: reinterpreting.So we’re clear, we’re not talking about plagiarism or copyright violations. We’re talking about using inspiration from others to build something of your own, something rooted in greatness but unique nonetheless. From fine art to clothing designs to great blogs, we’re all just taking the baton, not making the baton from scratch!Nothing is created in a vacuum. If you can master your influences — and make sure your influences are of a high quality — you can make something truly (but not entirely) new. You can create something that will live up to the creators before you, while making your own name in the business world.Find out how. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksSteal Like an Artist by Austin KleonThe post MBA1118 Must Read: Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon 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.

For new businesses, Facebook is a long game.The power of social media marketing is often, frankly, overhyped. But that doesn’t mean there’s aren’t serious gains to be made with the right approach. In particular, Facebook’s ability to directly target users according to endlessly refinable characteristics is just too good to pass up — but it still requires strategy on your part.Today, we discuss our long-term, slow-and-steady method for gradually getting a serious ROI on Facebook marketing. With a far-reaching outlook, you can harness the considerable power of Facebook to make your ad buys count in a big way. We’ll show you how to build and implement a Facebook strategy like the one we’ve been using for the last several years, to great effect.Facebook can make a huge impact on your business, but only if you approach it with the correct timeframe in mind. Planning, patience, and commitment will bear the biggest fruit. See how we pull it off, plus learn about an incredible online resource that makes Facebook advertising much, much easier. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseLynda.comAdEspressoThe post MBA1117 Long Term Facebook Marketing Strategies + 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.

Computer running sluggish? You can’t let your tech slow down your business, but what if you can’t afford a brand spanking new piece of equipment?Worry not, friends. You don’t have to drop a couple G’s on the latest hardware.There are alternatives. You’ve got to have the tools you need to do business, even if your operating budget isn’t in “new MacBook” territory just yet. You can drastically improve your computer situation for just a few hundred dollars, or even less.From tune-ups to accessories to trade-ins, there are cheaper, better ways to get the hardware you need.Today we share the tricks that let you get the most computer for the least amount of money. Some of them, you may have heard of. Others, maybe not. To keep your startup lean, you need to find savings wherever you can, and these savings are substantial.Reduce friction. Save time. Get more bang for your tech-buck. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksMBA1026: How often do you need to upgrade your computer?Clean My MacClean My PCAmazon GlacierThe post MBA1116 How to Upgrade Your Computer 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.

Entrepreneurs have active minds. Our brains are always coming up with new ways to innovate, grow, and evolve. Ideas, as they say, are a dime a dozen — but only if they’re not executed in the real world.So how can you make sure you’re getting the most out of your ideas? How can you keep up with your own busy brain?Today, we’re offering a solution. We’ve got a super-efficient, time-effective system for organizing all your random ideas, weeding out the duds, prioritizing the ones with the most potential, and implementing them.This idea-management formula won’t just save you time, it’ll keep you from wasting (or forgetting) your best and brightest notions.All it takes is a simple, convenient spreadsheet, and a little time each week. We’ve used this system for years, and it’s served us very, very well. Get through the most ideas in the least time. Turn your a-ha moments into actionable plans. Don’t leave your ideas sitting where they’ll do the least good: in your head. Do something with them! Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksSumoThe post MBA1115 Q&A Wednesday: I have too many ideas for my business. How do I implement them all? 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 holidays aren’t exactly around the corner. But for businesses, it’s time to get ready for the season of giving, right now.Today, we discuss why prepping for the holidays early is the best way to make the most of this annual opportunity. As November approaches on the Western calendar, you need to have your strategy in place. Consumers are primed and pumped to spend, and you don’t want to miss out.There’s no better climate for sales than the next two months!On this episode, we offer 5 specific things you can do now to reap the holiday spending from November ‘till New Year’s. With a little forethought, you can make your business the easiest choice for consumers in a gift-buying frenzy.Take our advice — and our experience — to really make the holidays count. After a bad performance during the height of the retails season cost one of our businesses thousands in missed opportunities, we swore we’d never be unprepared again. Don’t make our mistake! Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksSimilarwebThe post MBA1114 How to Prepare for The Holiday Season To Get More Sales 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 entrepreneur has to ask themselves: how can my business stand out?You need to find an edge, a place where you can do what other businesses can’t, or won’t. For so many industries, an entrepreneur can make a huge splash by offering better customer service. As today’s special guest teacher tells us, general satisfaction with service is at an all-time low.Shep Hyken is a best-selling author and renowned customer service consultant. As he’s watched the expectations for quality customer service rise, he’s helped businesses keep up. By offering unparalleled customer service and going the extra mile — or two — you can outshine the competition where they’re weakest.As we like to remind listeners, the ROI on customer service typically exceeds that of marketing and advertising. Reducing churn and keeping the customers you have is just about the smartest investment you can make, especially in a competitive market. But great service isn’t just about retention; by outperforming the competition in service, you can create deep, lasting loyalty.In the long term, loyalty is worth its weight in gold.Check out Shep’s lesson, and learn how you can bring the strongest customer service game in your niche. Plus, get a free helpful resource, courtesy of Shep himself. Click Play! SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksHyken.comThe Convenience Revolution pdfThe post MBA1113 Guest Teacher: Shep Hyken- How to Deliver a Customer Service Experience That Disrupts the Competition & Creates Fierce Loyalty 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.

If you haven’t heard, Apple does a pretty decent job of selling iPhones. So what can we as entrepreneurs learn from the king of the tech sector?Apple just launched the the iPhones XS, XS Max, and XR. This is something Apple does every year, and every year they use strategies worth taking note of. Today, we break down those strategies, and show you how you can use them to sell anything.What most people don’t notice, or appreciate, is the careful planning and well-thought marketing logic behind each and every iPhone launch. But of course, entrepreneurs aren’t most people. So we’re going to get deep into the how’s and why’s of what Apple does, so we can emulate that success on a smaller scale.Apple controls the vast — vast — majority of the global smartphone market. How are they doing this? How are they convincing so many people to buy (very expensive) products? Learn how to build the hype like Apple. Learn how to ride the buzz to record sales. Take a note from the best, and see how far you can go.Plus, it’s FREE RIDE FRIDAY!!! Click Play! SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1112 5 iPhone Launch Strategies to Apply to 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.

Movies offer some of the best lessons in life and business. No, we’re not talking about Wall Street (though that’s a really good one, too). We’re talking about movies that aren’t the biggest blockbusters, but that have some of the deepest insights into the true nature of entrepreneurship.We’re talking about movies that can genuinely make you a better entrepreneur.These 4 movies are the top of our list, the films that have so much to say about business itself that they’re as vital as any of the “Must-Read” books we regularly feature on this podcast. Some are well-known, some not so much. But all can make you reevaluate how you run your own company, big or small.Who says professional development is all about reading books and listening to your favorite podcast? The struggles, successes, ups, and downs of the entrepreneurs featured in these films reflect the same things we all face in struggling to make our dreams reality. Check out our list, pop the corn, and get ready — Click Play! SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe FounderGoldBecoming Warren BuffettBad 25The post MBA1111 4 Movies That Will Make You Re-Think Your 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.

As your team grows, it’s important to set the terms of employment. Otherwise, you and your business can be left vulnerable, legally speaking.Crafting solid employee contracts doesn’t require a law degree (though you should have someone with a law degree look your contracts over). It does, however, require some knowledge and resources. Today, we discuss how to put your own employee contracts together, with minimal consultation from lawyers — saving you expensive legal fees.We describe how to come up with your own templates for contracts, including how to use a fantastic, reliable online resource designed just for small business owners. We talk about what to include, how to format your contracts, and how to involve legal counsel without breaking the bank.Employee contracts are a necessity, a long-term protection for your business that allows you to grow your team while heading off potential problems down the road. We struggled mightily with this when our first team grew, so learn from our experience! Apply this advice to your own growing team, and you’ll be glad you did. Click Play! SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinkslawtradesThe post MBA1110 Q&A Wednesday: How do I write employee contracts? 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.

Before you throw in the towel, listen to this.Actually, listen to this immediately, whether you’re just getting started, or you’re established in your independent business. Because most entrepreneurs quit, and most of those who quit aren’t defeated — they just think they are. The simple truth we discuss in this episode saved our business, and it can save yours too.There’s a very common reason the majority of entrepreneurs lose heart and walk away from their business. If you know what it is, you can overcome it.Let this lesson be your wake-up call. There’s something out there that gets in almost everyone’s way, but not everyone needs to be stopped by it. By identifying the problem, understanding its true nature, and seeing a way around it, you can go farther than the rest of the pack.You can make it. Find out how. Click Play! SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1109 Why Most Entrepreneurs Quit 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 person needs to be a champion. Perseverance, heart, and the will to dig deep for the best in yourself are the basic qualifications for entrepreneurship. Nowhere can we find better lessons for all that than in the memoirs of literal champions like Andre Agassi.Let us put this out there: this is the best autobiography we’ve ever featured on this podcast, full stop. Open isn’t about business per se, but it is about finding what it takes to overcome your own shortcomings, discover your motivation, and allow your daily life to be driven by deep-seated purpose.Plus, it’s a hell of a lesson in personal branding.So how did a book about tennis rank so consistently high on best-seller lists, and make it to the top of our Must-Read list for entrepreneurs? It’s simple: this book is about how mentality can overcome anything, from childhood trauma to destructive perfectionism to an opponent with a mean forehand.The book is about defining winning for yourself — something every entrepreneur needs to do in order to be truly successful.It’s fascinating, it’s moving, but most importantly for us, Open shows us what it takes to reach your full potential, whatever your calling. As books go, this one will serve an entrepreneur just as well as it would a budding tennis star. Find out why — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksOpen by Andre AgassiThe post MBA1108 Must Read: Open by Andre Agassi 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’re about to blow up. Are you ready?When big things are on the horizon, you have to prepare your business. “Catastrophic success” is real and dangerous, and businesses that aren’t prepared to handle a sudden spike in recognition and sales can founder. If you know your business is about to raise its profile, it’s time to gear up for the next level.Today, we discuss how to get ready for when the attention — and the customers — start pouring in. We’ve got 5 specific bases you need to cover, so that sudden success doesn’t turn into suddenly losing your footing. You’ve got to make the most of those rare, golden opportunities to parlay big moments into long-term profit, so don’t miss your chance!If you’re not ready, your business infrastructure can be overwhelmed. Your website can crash. Your payment processor can trigger alarms. Your inventory can be exhausted. Your ability to keep up when the good times start rolling is crucial to your survival.Worry not, entrepreneurs. Sudden success is a good problem to have, and we’re here to help you navigate it. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaEasyCourseElastic BeanstalkIntercomBraintreeStripeThe post MBA1107 How to Prepare for Growth + 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.