The Good Advice Podcast: Do Business Better with Blake Binns

What's been the journey from Day 1 to three years of success? The team over at Duncan & Stone join the podcast to share their origin story and how they turned a passion for loved ones into a meaningful business. Find out more at https://www.duncanandstone.com/ https://www.instagram.com/duncanandstone/ https://www.etsy.com/shop/DuncanandStone https://www.amazon.com/s?i=merchant-items&me=A1MYMY97UIBPW0 Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

We replay our 2nd most downloaded episode on the Good Advice Podcast... our interview from September, 2021 with Chris Kenney. Chris joined the show to talk high ticket sales, and how he began charging five figures for his services. Enjoy this episode? Be sure to check out more on our weekly show, and don't forget you can support the podcast through our patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the podcast? Contact at [email protected]. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

We chat about the latest headline about Netflix and their controversial way to ban account sharing. What's it mean for the streaming giant and more importantly, what's the takeaway for ourselves and our businesses? Interested in advertising on the show? Email me at [email protected]. Or if you want to support the show, you can go to our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

We chat one of the latest news stories on why Activision-Blizzard fired one of their lead developers after he stuck up for one of his employees. Want more great management advice? Be sure to stay tuned to the podcast. This episode is sponsored by Optimum Health Insurance. Find out more at optimumhealthinsuranceplan.com. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Welcome to the Good Advice Show! Today's episode we give one piece of great advice... how to NOT panic when it feels like so much is out of your control, and especially when you feel worried about your business. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Your business may have a thousand things wrong with it... and that's okay. We talk about the MESS every business owner experiences, and what you can do about it. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

We chat New Year Resolution's and how to get the biggest bang for your buck when it comes to meaningful changes to grow your business. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

The gap between the business you have today and the business you want tomorrow is filled by the power of your greatest asset... your customers! Turning your average customer into a raving fan is the biggest step for good businesses wanting to become great... and for business owners who truly want to transform their revenue to new levels. Check out Kevin Kelley's Article on 1000 True Fans: https://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/ Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

John Charles Wilker joined us for our 3rd most downloaded episode... of all TIME! And how he made a killing over 20 years by flipping pallets. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Moving into our #4 most downloaded episode ever comes episode 206... and why your business isn't the HERO of the story. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

We check back on our 5th most downloaded episode in the Good Advice Podcast -- #200 where we talked Honest Entrepreneurship with special guest Joy. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Dan McGaw joined us for the 6th most downloaded episode in the past four years of Good Advice -- and we talked about how marketing tech can drive more sales for your business. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Is "niche" overrated in business? We talk finding your spark as a business owner in our 7th most downloaded episode, where we revisit Episode #137 from November 2020 with guest Allegra Stein. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

In our 8th most downloaded episode on the Good Advice Podcast, we revisit Episode #150 from November 2020 where we talk about business growth, and what life is like when you're the spouse of an entrepreneur. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Our #9 most downloaded episode of the past 4 years on the show -- Jared Mitchell joined us to chat brand building at scale, and how he niched out a competitive business. Check out more at https://www.skincarebyalana.com/. And stay tuned for more of our top ten most downloaded episodes. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Our #10 most downloaded episode is Ep 138 - RUN From these Sales Sayings. This episode was all about the absolute worst of the worst sales tactics, and how you can stand out from your competition to easily sell more. Stay tuned for our full list of greatest hits from the past 4 years of the podcast! Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Christopher Dedeyan joins the show to talk his best insights for creating habits for high performance, including the simple steps every entrepreneur should take to grow their business. Check out the Peak Performance Greatness show: https://www.christopherdedeyan.com/tppgs/ And be sure to look at Christopher's Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/c/christopherdedeyan Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Ever wondered what it looks like to create a new tech product and launch it at scale? John Strisower joins the show as the founder of Kilows, an EV charging grid designed to scale across the nation. John talks about the need for customer-centric innovation as well as the practical steps he's taking to support EV drivers everywhere. Find out more at Kilows.com. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

We celebrate our 300th episode milestone, including a special guest appearance from Joy Binns as we talk entrepreneurship, business ownership, and parenting. This episode is sponsored by Bookkeeping for Landscaping. Grow your business -- they'll handle the books. Find out more at BookkeepingforLandscaping.com/Goodadvice. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice. Want to advertise on the show? Reach out at [email protected]. Want small business consulting? Go to https://goodadvicecoaching.com/ to get a free business evaluation.

Steve Lay joins the show to talk why offloading your bookkeeping and financial strategy is one of the best moves you can make for the growth of your business. We talk the simple truth about business leaders who experience exponential growth: They don't do it all themselves. Find out more at bookkeepingforlandscaping.com/goodadvice.

Are you worried your team members might be "Quiet Quitting"? We talk about this term and how every leader should respond to it... including the steps you must take to actively engage and empower your team. Enjoy this episode? Check out our Patreon where you can support the podcast at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

The difference between a GREAT leader and a mediocre boss lies in one common misconception... not understanding incentives vs. showing real, meaningful value. Want to retain talent and lead a highly engaged group of professionals? Make "value" a core principle for your leadership. Enjoy this episode? Check out our Patreon to support the podcast -- Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Ever dreamed of creating a self-sustainable source of food in your own backyard? Jim Gale joins the show to talk how it's possible... and even easier than you think. Find out more at FoodForestAbundance.com. Enjoy this episode? If you want to support the podcast, check us out on Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Trying to sell more stuff but not sure how to talk about what you sell? Whatever you do, make sure you NEVER use this one word in your pitch. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Ever wanted to know about all the ways you can create wealth... aside from a typical 9 to 5 job? Seth joins the podcast to talk entrepreneurship and wealth, and why what's presented as non-traditional wealth routes are sometimes best kept secrets to earning a real and meaningful living. Check out Seth's book, Prohibited Profits, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Prohibited-Profits-Unlock-secrets-wealth-ebook/dp/B09LRF2Q9N And if you enjoyed this episode and want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Have you found your Niche? More importantly, does your Niche sell for you? We talk steps to using your niche effectively, including what separates a meaningless niche from one that drives revenue to your business. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

What's the journey of an entrepreneur look like? And better yet, when it comes to diversifying your income... is day trading worth getting into? Jose Echegoyen joins the podcast to share his startup story for Next-Gen Living, along with his favorite sides of day trading. Learn more about Jose's business at https://www.nextgenliving.net/ Enjoy this episode? Check out supporting our podcast at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

With high inflation and a looming recession... should you be worried? We talk how to make your business BOOM no matter what economy you live in, including actionable steps you can and should be taking today to grow your business. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Katie Anne Barnett joins the show as the host of the Level After Next Podcast, sharing her journey of self-discovery, overcoming setbacks, and stepping into her giftings and calling. Want the same for yourself? Check out LevelAfterNext.org and be sure to follow Katie on instagram @KTAnneBarnett Enjoy this podcast and want to support it? Go to our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice

Is the Customer always right? And what does this saying mean? Is it about to bowing to every need your customer has... or is it something more about ensuring what you sell is what your buyer actually wants? More on this episode of the Good Advice Podcast, including how to ensure that what you sell has value. Enjoy this episode? If you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

If you wanted to launch a company with no customers, no partners, and zero funding... would you do it? More importantly, what are the steps you'd need to take and the very real challenges you'd have to overcome to go from startup to successful 7-figure venture? Jackie Hermes joins the podcast as the CEO and Founder of Accelity Marketing, located at https://accelitymarketing.com/. Jackie is a trusted voice on LinkedIn, sharing daily content with actionable insights on the entrepreneurial journey. She also hosts the Art of Entrepreneurship Podcast, one of my favorite podcasts for business and entrepreneurship. Want to check out the podcast? Go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-entrepreneurship/id1585828105 And be sure to follow Jackie on LinkedIn via https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejackiehermes/ Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Take a look at our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Nervous about that next big hire for your business? Want to make the RIGHT hire? We give the best steps to making a great hire for your business, including the mistakes you should avoid. From posting the position correctly, to interviewing the right candidates, and finally the kinds of questions you should ask (as well as the things to NEVER ask) -- all in this episode. Enjoy this episode? Consider supporting the podcast via our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

How do you know a good marketer from a bad one? More importantly, how do you transform marketing from ambiguous money burner to actual money making profit machine? All that and more on today's episode as we sit down with Clay Mosley, CEO of Dripify. Want to know more? Go to GetDripify.com. Enjoy this episode? Be sure to check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Want to stand out in the sales world? It's actually not about sharing how amazing you are, or your incredible services, your special processes, or even your uniquely crafted products. It's all about understanding the pain your customers are facing, and what you can do about it. Enjoy this episode? If you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

We talk about the headline that 75% of PPP money did not go to employees as intended... and why it's crucial to protect your integrity at all costs -- even when it doesn't pay off. Enjoy this episode? Be sure to leave us a review and if you want to support the podcast, check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

We talk through the incredible viral video of the employee of 27 years -- who never missed a day. See what their company did to celebrate him, and what you need to know about keeping good talent in your business. Enjoy this episode? Check out supporting the podcast via our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

If you wanted to know the best steps to making sure your next big business idea doesn't just survive... but thrives into a meaningful, sustainable business -- join us as Rick West, an entrepreneurial veteran of 20+ years with a multitude of successful launches, walks through the most important concepts for any business. From getting your first customers to scaling into a multi-million dollar enterprise, Rick tells his story of launching Field Agent and how they've mastered the game of scale to turn it into one of the leading businesses in Northwest Arkansas. Want to know more? Check out FieldAgent.net. And be sure to connect with Rick via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickwest01/ Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Dan Brdar joins the podcast to talk new tech and innovation coming from Ideal Power, and what it really means to disrupt an industry. Enjoy this episode? Check out our Patreon to support the podcast at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Brian Fritton joins the podcast to talk about the power of Havoc Shield, your all-in-one cybersecurity solution for your small business. Find out more at HavocShield.com.

We all know how awkward and uncomfortable your local networking event can be... but can these events actually be a boon for your business? All that and more discussed on this week's episode, including how to get the most value from networking events. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Jason Linett joins the podcast to talk his background of hypnosis, and why words matter most when it comes to influential selling. Learn more at JasonLinett.com.

How in the world do you manage all the different parts of running a business? By simply learning how to focus and say no. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Allegra Stein returns to the podcast for an amazing interview on the journey of a successful coach, including how to build an amazing coaching practice while being genuine to yourself and having fun doing it. Allegra is full of so many great insights -- check out AllegraStein.com to find out more. And if you enjoyed this episode and want to support the podcast, go to Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Ever wanted the secret to great leadership? The secret that turns the average employee into a motivated high-performing rockstar? Throw out your management books -- this one's so simple to understand. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Randall Crowder joins the podcast as COO of the publically traded business Phunware, sharing his insights on entrepreneurship from his time on the battlefield as a soldier to running a large organization. Connect with Randall on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallcrowder/. Want to learn more about Phunware? Go to https://www.phunware.com/. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Patrick Curry joins the podcast to share how Allegiance Title of Arkansas is embracing technology to innovate the title space. Find out more at https://www.allegiancetitle.com/ and be sure to connect with Patrick at https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-curry-989a114/. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

A business with a billion dollar valuation goes BANKRUPT? HOW?! We chat what should matter most for small business owners, including avoiding this one deadly mistake that startups everywhere are making. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Mike C-ROC Ciorrocco joins the show to talk turning setbacks as an entrepreneur into pure ROCKET FUEL, and why it's so important to recognize your own perspective as you overcome challenges. Read Mike's best selling book ROCKET FUEL, available at: https://mikecroc.com/book846740 Check out Mike's Podcast -- What Are You Made Of -- available on every podcast platform. Spotify Direct Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ksDKczA8uEiJZOTLUuqaP And if you are an expert who wants to get paid for your expertise -- or learn from the best in the world -- go to blooprinted.com. Enjoy this episode and want to support the podcast? Go to Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.

Trust is the answer to better sales and happier, engaged employees... So how do you build it fast? We tackle this topic including how to best build trust in meaningful ways.

Stephanie Medford, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkoma, returns to talk the latest on business, management, leadership, and culture. Enjoy this episode? Check out our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.