Why Do so Many Small Businesses Fail?
Somewhere between 60-90% of new businesses fail to survive. Just about everyone agrees, starting a new business has a low success rate. The real question is not how many fail, but WHY so many fail.
Being an Entrepreneur Doesn’t Mean You Have to be a Solopreneur with Renee Hastings – Ep. 339
In this practical episode, Renee Hastings, President and CEO of Executive Help Now, shares how virtual assistants free up time for growth. If you struggle with admin overload or productivity dips, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why delegating low-value tasks boosts stage 2 focus
- How to identify admin for VA offloading
- What systems ensure smooth VA integration
The Four Elements of an Effective Executive Team with Jay Johnson – Ep. 338
In this bureaucratic episode, Jay Johnson, CEO of Coeus Creative Group, shares behavioral intelligence for team building. If you struggle with personality clashes or self-doubt as a startup founder, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why understanding behaviors boosts stage 2 team harmony
- How to assess four elements for better hiring
- What choosing behaviors empowers founder agency
Stop Settling for Less as a Solopreneur with Stu McLaren – Ep. 337
In this guaranteed episode, Stu McLaren, Co-Founder of Membership.io, shares how memberships scale income without teams. If you struggle with time limits or growth ceilings as a solopreneur, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why memberships create recurring revenue in stage 2
- How to launch a simple membership in 30 days
- What AI automates content for effortless scaling
Don’t wait for the doctor to tell you it’s time with Brandon Woodward – Ep. 336
In this strategic episode, Brandon Woodward, Managing Partner of Woodward, Kelley, Fulton & Kaplan, shares legal insights for building wealth management teams. If you struggle with exit planning or asset protection, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why a knowledgeable attorney maximizes stage 6 exit value
- How to reduce personal spending to boost business profit
- What external advisors align for seamless wealth transitions
The One Person You Need to Scale Your Business with Jen Goldman – Ep. 334
In this feasible episode, Jen Goldman, Founder of My Virtual COO, shares operational strategies for scaling teams. If you struggle with team frustration or management overload, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why hiring aligned talent prevents management headaches in stage 3
- How to implement lean processes for efficient scaling
- How to implement lean processes for efficient scaling
The Biggest Asset You Don’t Know You’re Missing with Nathalie Doremieux – Ep. 331
In this impactful episode, Nathalie Doremieux, CEO of The Membership Lab, shares strategies for building thriving online memberships. If you struggle with trading time for money or scaling solo, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why memberships create recurring revenue without expanding payroll
- How to validate ideas by surveying your audience first
- What AI tools like ChatGPT accelerate content and marketing
Do You Feel like the CEO Your Business Card Says You Are? with Deborah Coviello – Ep. 328
In this empowering episode, Deborah Coviello, Founder of Drop In CEO, shares shares strategies for CEO leadership. If you struggle with chaos or burnout, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- Why prioritize peace of mind before pursuing results
- How to define your purpose through self-reflection
- How to evolve people processes to unleash potential
Surviving Your Sophomore Year as an Entrepreneur with Kareen Walsh – Ep. 324
In the inaugural episode of Secrets of The High Demand Coach, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence speaks to the host of the show, Scott Ritzheimer. Scott shares that he began his entrepreneurial journey at 20 but had to fight for his business's survival. He shares that he had three different bad experiences with coaches which turned him off to the idea. He ultimately found that he wanted to try his hand at being a coach. Not only that, but he wanted to offer a better experience to his clients than what he went through. He founded his coaching company, Scale Architects, after successfully exiting his previous business.
He started his coaching business and this podcast in order to reach founders and celebrate amazing coaches. If you're a seasoned business coach or consultant who is also an entrepreneur and feel you're a great fit for the show, apply here.
How to Break Out When You Feel Like You’re Going to Break Down with Stewart Ervin – Ep. 321
In this coherent episode, Stewart Ervin, President of Bracket Management, shares strategies to streamline your business growth. If you face chaos or doubt about scaling, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to align sales and operations for smoother growth
- Why a 12-month forecast guides better decisions
- How to embrace processes without losing your vision
Five Ways to Align Every Person and Every Action
Does everyone in your company understand your common goals? Does everyone in your company agree with those goals? Does everyone in your company work effectively and efficiently toward achieving those goals? If not, you might be surprised how much it is costing you every day.
Do You Have Financial Problems or Financial Consequences? with Tom Dillon – Ep. 319
In this prudent episode, Tom Dillon, Founder of Frak Finance, shares strategies for data-driven financial decisions. If you struggle with cashflow mismatches, you won't want to miss it.
You will discover:
- How to use rolling forecasts to predict cashflow issues
- Why transparency with executives boosts team problem-solving
- How to shift from gut-based to data-driven decisions
He started his coaching business and this podcast in order to reach founders and celebrate amazing coaches. If you're a seasoned business coach or consultant who is also an entrepreneur and feel you're a great fit for the show, apply here.