Episodes

We all face challenges and obstacles. Business owners, by nature, face even more. How do we overcome adversity? How can we use the challenges we face to grow and learn? Why does greatness always blossom out of adversity? ...

How do I develop a message that connects with my potential clients? How do I compete with big competitors in my industry? We talk with Craig Alexander, the President of Gumas -- an award-winning advertising agency and the co...

Can anyone be a thought leader? How do I master my message? Mwale and Chantel Henry join us for a conversation about being married to your business partner and how business owners can master their message and become thought l...

How do I get my business back to basics? What are the fundamentals I should be focused on? Can I automate my marketing plan? We have an insightful conversation with coach and business strategist Steve Keough . We dive into …

If you are interested in conversion rate optimization, this is the episode for you. Khalid Saleh is the founder and CEO of CRO agency Invesp. He has worked with brands like eBay, 3M, and the Discovery Channel. In this convers...

How do you deal with big competitors? How can you challenge your competitors? How do I gain market share? Russ and Dana discuss "A dozen ways to beat Goliath" from Chapter 13 of Patrick Bet-David's book, Your Next Five Moves....

Your Next Five Moves, by Patrick Bet-David - Chapter 13 Follow the podcast at @itsjustbusinesspodcast on all the major podcasting platforms. Connect with us: To get in touch with us, email the podcast at itsjustbusinesspodcas...

Essential Skills for Supervisors Training We have an in depth conversation with Mary Ann Pruitt , the CEO and President of Mosaic Media , a collection of media buying experts and creative strategists who negotiate, purchase, ...

How do I develop a brand strategy for my business? Why is my brand important? How do I develop a personal brand? We spend time with Maria Platusic , owner and creative director behind Platusic Design Creative Studio . An …

How can I rebrand myself and my business? How do I create an authentic brand? We talk with Amy Nubson of Amy Nubson Coaching . Amy is an experienced business coach, marketing expert, and nationally recognized speaker and fema...

How can I meet more people that can help me grow? Is there a better way to network? How do I build a better community around me and my business? We have a conversation with Sam Jacobs the Founder & …

What makes a great accountability partner? How do I find a good accountability partner? Russ has started developing a professional accountability partner relationship and they discuss how that is helping him grow personally a...

How do I market my small business? How do I choose the best way to market my business? We break down marketing with Casey Fuerst . Casey is a certified StoryBrand Guide and uses this framework to create marketing messaging, …

What is it like to be a woman in a male dominated industry? How do I balance getting busier and staying focused on future growth? We have an in depth conversation with Monique Allen a Lifescape Coach and the Founder …

How can we differentiate growth vs scalability? How do I grow and scale my business? How do I male my business more lean? We talk with Crista Grasso , the founder of the Lean Out Method and creator of the …

What is a mastermind group and how do you find one? What happens at a mastermind? Why do people join mastermind groups? Dana and Russ discuss a recent experience Dana had speaking to a mastermind group. We also discuss what …

How can I open more opportunities for my business? Why is sales so difficult? How can I improve my sales skills? We have an enlightening conversation with Anthony Iannarino . Anthony built a $50 million dollar staffing busine...

How do I identify issues in my business? How do we innovate and create positive change? We have a deep conversation with Lisa Levy about making smart changes and improvements in business. Lisa is a #1 best-selling author and ...

What does it mean to communicate authentically? What makes a business more credible? We talk with Jeanette Martin of MYBC Consulting (aka known as the Move Your Bum Chum Consulting), lives by three core values: connection, co...

What are the benefits of goal setting? Why do businesses need goals? How do I determine goals and achieve them? Dana and Russ discuss why having clear, measurable goals is essential for the overall success and growth of a bus...

What can we learn about business from freelance journalism? How can we better shape our message? We have a great conversation with Jordan Golson , a transportation reporter for Inverse. Jordan covers cars, trains, planes, fut...

Can I personalize the customer experience on my website? What is web personalization? How can I personalize user experience on my web site? We talk with Eric Melchor, the Partnerships and Personalization Ambassador at OptiMon...

What do you wish you knew before you started a business? What's your favorite way to market your business? Is there one business platform that has changed your life? When do you know if you've made it? What business book …

How do I learn to communicate more effectively? Why is communication so important in business? What is my origin story? We have an incredible conversation with John Bates, a world-renowned Leadership Communication expert, an...