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Join us this week for episode 497 of Business Brain, where we dive into the concept of the best methods to get help and how to turn asking for help into a superpower. Make your customers, suppliers, and even your competition feel important by asking them for help. Listen in and fine-tune your brain with Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #497 for Wednesday, November 1st, 2023 00:00:57 Will-493-Solving People Problems with Technology 00:05:31 Robert-493-Screentime Might Not Be All Great…and Get Our There and Speak To Promote Your Business 00:08:10 COURSE: Beat the “Busy Fallacy.” Visit BusinessBrainCourses.com/free and get the first two productivity lessons absolutely free. No credit card required to sign up or anything! 00:10:04 “I Need Help” Costs nothing 00:12:26 Make your customers feel important by asking for their help 00:15:24 Coopetition – use the power of reciprocity 00:18:01 BB497 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @DaveHamilton@Po

Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean have been tuning Business Brains for 496 episodes over eight years. This week, we launch our first course series to certify you as a productivity master. Listeners can get the first two lessons for free and then upgrade to the seven-day, nine-day, or go all in with the Master Class course to get one-on-one with your hosts to discuss your specific productivity goals. Let’s go! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #496 for Causal Friday, October 27th, 2023 00:01:14 Take Yourself on a Productivity Retreat Focused Podcast with David Sparks and Mike Schmitz 00:07:42 PODCAST: This Week In Tech: Every week, This Week in Tech gives you a no-holds-barred, deep dive into how big tech influences our culture and our lives. 00:08:36 Visit BusinessBrainCourses.com/free for the first two productivity lessons 00:13:47 BB496 Outtro <https://businessbrain.show/> [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: Dave

Which is the most effective leadership strategy, leading by earning respect or by using fear with your team? Join us this week as we discuss how there might be a little more fear going on than you realize, even when you are trying to use the respect and trust leadership technique. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #495 for Causal Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 00:02:41 Quartet Agile Glass Dry-Erase Easel 00:06:06 PODCAST: This Week In Tech: Every week, This Week in Tech gives you a no-holds-barred, deep dive into how big tech influences our culture and our lives. 00:07:01 Leadership Styles Analysis Fear-based Leadership Trust-based Leadership 00:17:42 BB495 Outtro <https://businessbrain.show/> [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on X/Twitter: @ShannonJean If your email is featured in an episode, you’re entered to win a MacBook Air in 2023 The post Leading by Fear or Respect – Business Br

Soft Skills for managers and leaders are essential to business and personal success. This week on Business Brain, we ask our audience if these skills are teachable or if you must be born with them. Traits like empathy, a sense of humor, being a good listener, and friendliness. Can these be taught? Listen in to hear our take! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #494 for Casual Friday, October 20th, 2023 00:01:02 Robert-How to manage increasing customer expectations? Whistle, Workhorse, and the Whale – Episode 445 00:07:17 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain for 10% off your first year 00:08:57 Can anyone become good at being a manager? Friendly Optimistic  A good listener Empathy Sense of humor Peter Principle 00:15:35 BB494 Outtro <https://businessbrain.show/> [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If y

What is Pacing and Leading, and how can you use it to become a more impactful leader and better people manager? Join Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean as they discuss how to read the room and use this technique to build credibility and productivity. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #493 for Causal Wednesday, October 18th, 2023 00:01:11 The upside of lots of Screentime 00:11:03 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider that puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain for 10% off your first year 00:12:43 Pacing & Leading 00:23:00 BB493 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If your email is featured in an episode, you’re entered to win a MacBook Air in 2023 The post Pacing and Leading – Business Brain 493 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' Podcast.

In this episode of Business Brain, we dive into the concept of reusing knowledge and content. We start by stressing the importance of continuously improving our collective business brain and invite our listeners to share their thoughts and experiences with us. We then discuss a note from a listener named Jeffrey, who shared an intriguing article about CEO Dave Clark. Clark was removed from his position at Flexport, but instead of viewing it as a failure, he updated his LinkedIn profile and moved Flexport to the education section. We commend Clark for his humility and the valuable lesson he learned from this experience. This news has gained considerable exposure, and it prompts us to reflect on the mistakes we have made in our own businesses. We emphasize the significance of learning from these mistakes and shifting our perspective to view them as educational opportunities. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #492 for Casual Friday, October 13th, 2023 00:00:52 Jeffrey-Dave Clark moved a fail

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the concept of cost segregation studies and its potential benefits for property owners. They explain how cost segregation allows property owners to identify and depreciate assets that won’t last the full depreciation period, resulting in increased tax benefits. They share a quote from an attorney about the importance of thoughtful decision-making in business, stressing the need for a balance between careful consideration and avoiding analysis paralysis. The hosts suggest taking action when certain about a decision but also acknowledge the value of pausing to gather information before deciding. Moving forward, the hosts discuss the significance of taking action, even if it means choosing not to take action, and draw parallels to the lyrics of a Rush song. They emphasize the importance of considering the impact of a decision and differentiating between major and day-to-day choices. Dave and Shannon caution against constantly delayin

What’s the best way to introduce change to your business? Are big changes easily embraced or are there better methods to get everyone onboard? Listen in as we discuss resistance to change before jumping into a discussion about opening closed minds to new ideas – with your customers. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #490 for Casual Friday, October 6th, 2023  00:01:04 Why Change? Because Change Is Hard Business Brain on Change Changes Aren’t Permanent, But Change Is 00:05:36 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain for 10% off your first year 00:07:29 How To Open The Minds of Closed-Minded Customers? Adam from VAM Band on Gig Gab “We’re the only band you’ll book that has an understudy for every position” 00:19:28 BB490 Outtro <https://businessbrain.show/> [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If your

Let’s talk about how to scale and systemize your business on episode 489 of Business Brain! We will also jump back into the Silver Tsunami concept and how you can prep your business for sale – with a focus on SDE. What’s SDE? Listen in to learn! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #489 for Wednesday, October 4th, 2023 00:01:42 Transitions are harder than the result Factor Meals ease the stress of the kitchen remodel 00:08:31 SPONSOR: Fastmail, the email provider who puts your privacy first. Visit Fastmail.com/BusinessBrain for 10% off your first year <https://fastmail.com/BusinessBrain> 00:10:20 Robert-What Processes To Put In Place To Better Scale My Business? (aka Prep your Silver Tsunami business for sale) Create onboarding “course” for your employees with Thinkific Garry VonMyhr on Business Brain 00:16:40 SDE – Seller Discretionary Expenses on Business Brain 409 00:22:01 BB489 Outtro <https://businessbrain.show/> [email protected] Dave on M

Problems got you down? Constantly stressed about putting out fires at your business? Employees stressed out in your Customer Service department? We have a solution for you. Listen to episode 488 of Business Brain, where we discuss the Problem-Solving Framework that will change your perspective and change your life. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #488 for Casual Friday, September 29th, 2023 00:01:12 Eric-485-Finding a Buyer can Be Tough 00:03:17 Patrick-485-The Silver Tsunami is Real 00:08:20 PODCAST: TWIT’s Apple-focused shows: MacBreak Weekly, iOS Today, and Hands-On Mac, all at TWIT.tv/Apple 00:09:28 Every business is in the problem-solving business Those problems are the opportunities The Obstacle Is The Way BB487 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If your email is featured in an episode, you’re entered to win a MacBook Air in 2023 The post The Problem Solvin

It’s time to talk about bad news! What is the best way to handle sharing bad news with your employees and customers, and how about with your investors or bankers? Join us today as we dive into the best ways to minimize the impact of bad news. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #487 for Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 00:00:55 Backing off of “Permanent” Change … The Slack Example 00:07:17 PODCAST: TWIT’s Apple-focused shows: MacBreak Weekly, iOS Today, and Hands-On Mac, all at TWIT.tv/Apple 00:08:25 Sharing Bad News Know Your Audience Don’t Hesitate to Share Bad News Never Apologize Use Two Tokens to Get Them On Your Side 00:18:19 BB487 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If your email is featured in an episode, you’re entered to win a MacBook Air in 2023 The post How to Share Bad News – Business Brain 487 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneu

It’s another Casual Friday episode of Business Brain! Join us as we discuss how talking about your mistakes can build credibility faster than your successes. Then, we discuss one of the significant and often unspoken benefits of starting a business: building a community of people you will often spend more time with than your family. Listen in to tune your Business Brain! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #486 for Casual Friday, September 22nd, 2023 00:00:56 Failures and Mistakes Connect Better Than Success Stories 00:07:05 SPONSOR: Fast Growing Trees. Save 15% off your entire order at FastGrowingTrees.com/BusinessBrain, but only through October 15th! 00:08:36 Unspoken Benefit of Starting a Business: Creating Your Community/Extended Family 00:14:18 BB486 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If your email is featured in an episode, you’re entered to win a MacBook Air i

What’s better, buying a business or starting your own? Join Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean in discussing the pros and cons of building or buying on episode 485 of Business Brain. Listen in to also hear about Shannon’s Starlink experience at his new short-term rental property! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #485 for Wednesday, September 20th, 2023 00:01:32 Starlink Experiences 00:10:54 SPONSOR: Fast Growing Trees. Save 15% off your entire order at FastGrowingTrees.com/BusinessBrain, but only through October 15th! 00:12:23 Better to Buy a Business or Start a Business The Safety of Seller Financing! 00:23:35 BB485 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If your email is featured in an episode, you’re entered to win a MacBook Air in 2023 The post To Build or Buy a Business – Business Brain 485 appeared first on Business Brain - The Entrepreneurs' P

It’s a grab bag of topics for this Casual Friday episode of Business Brain! Shannon shares his experience with a contractor who doesn’t make appointments: “Everything is an emergency in my business.” Then, we discuss a listener email about hiring employees as contractors to start, and we wrap up the show with some terrific contract language that Dave was presented with recently. Join us, and together we can fine-tune our Business Brains! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #484 for Causal Friday, September 15th, 2023 00:01:01 No, you cannot make an appointment. I prioritize emergencies. 00:04:23 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and take your business to the next level today! 00:06:12 David-481-Test the “First Employee” Waters with a contractor-by-the-hour 00:12:24 Clauses to Avoid Litigation! 00:20:37 BB484 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @DaveHamilton@Po

Join us for episode 483 of Business Brain to discuss the power of perseverence and tenacity when building your business. We then jump into a discussion about what to do when your business becomes commoditized. Don’t think it can happen to your business? Think again. Listen in and tune your Business Brain with your hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #483 for Wednesday, September 13th, 2023 00:00:50 Tenacity…Bull-headed Persistence 00:10:31 SPONSOR: Shopify – For anyone to sell anywhere, sign up for a one-dollar-per month trial period at Shopify.com/BusinessBrain and take your business to the next level today! 00:12:20 The Commoditization of Your Business 00:20:28 BB483 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If your email is featured in an episode, you’re entered to win a MacBook Air in 2023   The post Tenacity and Commoditiza

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss the concept of “no phone Friday” for improved focus and productivity. We address imposter syndrome and the importance of self-awareness. We talk about transparent salary expectations in hiring and working with spouses. Our sponsor, FastGrowingTrees.com, offers a 15% discount to listeners. Lastly, we highlight the value of bringing unique skills to the business when working with a spouse. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #482 for Casual Friday, September 8th, 2023 00:00:57 …Or is it CAUSAL Friday? 00:02:33 David-480-Imposter Syndrome based upon budget 00:09:13 SPONSOR: Fast Growing Trees. Save 15% off your entire order at FastGrowingTrees.com/BusinessBrain, but only through October 15th! <https://fastgrowingtrees.com/BUSINESSBRAIN> 00:11:11 Working with your spouse Business Brain 94 The right spouse is a Force Multiplier 00:18:57 BB482 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected]

When is the right time to hire your first employee? How do you decide what role they need to play? Do you need a salesperson, an admin, or an assistant? Listen in to episode 481 of Business Brain to hear your hosts, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean, discuss this topic and more! In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss the importance of work-life balance for entrepreneurs. We share our recent staycation experience and the concept of “structured enjoyment.” We also talk about hiring the first employee and building an online presence. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #481 for Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 00:01:04 Take a Staycation! 00:08:45 SPONSOR: Fast Growing Trees. Save 15% off your entire order at FastGrowingTrees.com/BusinessBrain, but only through October 15th! 00:10:42 Robert-First Employees Business Brain 356 Hiring a Salesperson…or an Assistant! Or, hire a generalist who is just a talented person. 00:17:41 BB481 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mast

On this episode of Business Brain, we discuss how artists are monetizing their stories through storytelling in the music industry. We highlight our sponsors, Miro and Zinch, for their collaboration and lending services. We share personal experiences with imposter syndrome and the importance of seeking external input and collaboration. Listeners are encouraged to provide feedback and share their own experiences with imposter syndrome for a chance to win a MacBook. 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #480 for Casual Friday, September 1st, 2023 00:01:12 The Business of Snoop Dogg 00:06:37 SPONSOR: Miro is your team’s visual platform to connect, collaborate, and create — together. Your first 3 Miro boards are free forever when you sign up at Miro.com/podcast. 00:08:19 SPONSOR: Zinch. A direct lender that makes financing fast, simple, and built around your needs. Zinch is waiving their $250 application fee for BB listeners when you sign up at FinancingThatWorks.com 00:09:58 Managing Imposte

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss the emotional impact of leaving a leadership role and offer valuable advice on finding fulfillment afterward. We emphasize the importance of building your own community, taking small steps toward goals, and creating a positive environment. We also share insightful ideas from James Clear inviting listeners to watch the linked video for more insights.  00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #479 for Wednesday, August 30th, 2023 00:01:07 Claude 2 AI LLM allows you to upload files for it to parse/process 00:02:44 Jeff-Grieving the loss associated with a good decision 00:07:41 SPONSOR: Miro is your team’s visual platform to connect, collaborate, and create — together. Your first 3 Miro boards are free forever when you sign up at Miro.com/podcast. 00:09:24 SPONSOR: Zinch. A direct lender that makes financing fast, simple, and built around your needs. Zinch is waiving their $250 application fee for BB listeners when you sign up at FinancingThatWorks.

What is Slippery Math, and how can it help you live a pre-tax lifestyle? And should you be focused on focusing? Listen in and learn why Shannon doesn’t want you to fall into the Focus Trap. Join us for episode 478 of Business Brain, where we tune our brains together each week! 00:00:00 Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast #478 for Friday, August 25th, 2023 00:01:03 Slippery Math Pre-Tax Lifestyle Charmed Life 00:07:50 SPONSOR: Zinch. A direct lender that makes financing fast, simple, and built around your needs. Zinch is waiving their $250 application fee for BB listeners when you sign up at FinancingThatWorks.com 00:09:29 Focus Trap Sometimes It’s Good To Go With The Flow 00:15:37 BB478 Outtro [email protected] Dave on Mastodon: @[email protected] Dave on Bluesky: DaveHamilton.com Shannon on Twitter: @ShannonJean If your email is featured in an episode, you’re entered to win a MacBook Air in 2023 The post Slippery Math and The Focus Trap – Business Brain