Biz Help For You

Send us Fan Mail If you sold your business tomorrow, how much would you actually keep after taxes? For many business owners, the answer is far less than expected. In this episode of Biz Help For You, I sit down with Kevin Brunner to talk about one of the most overlooked aspects of selling a business, tax planning. We dive into advanced strategies like the installment sale trust and how proper plan...

Send us Fan Mail What if the reason your business feels harder than it should is not your strategy or your team, but hidden chaos quietly draining your time and profit? In this episode, I sit down with Jake Isaacs to talk about operational clarity and why it is one of the most overlooked drivers of business growth. If you feel like everything depends on you, you are constantly answering questions,...

Send us Fan Mail What would you do if one of your employees experienced a loss tomorrow? Would you have a clear plan, or would you be figuring it out at the moment?  In this episode, you will walk through how to create a thoughtful, structured bereavement leave policy that supports your employees during one of life’s most difficult moments while also protecting your business. You will learn how to...

Send us Fan Mail Are you unknowingly sabotaging your business finances?  If you are like most small business owners, bookkeeping is something you know matters, but it often gets pushed aside until problems arise. The truth is, it is not a lack of effort holding you back. It is misinformation.  In this episode, you will learn the truth behind five of the most common bookkeeping myths that quietly c...

Send us Fan Mail Grief does not pause for business responsibilities. It shows up in the middle of deadlines, decisions, and leadership moments that still require your attention. In this episode, I sit down with a trauma and grief coach to talk about what grief actually looks like for entrepreneurs and how it impacts leadership, decision making, and team dynamics. We discuss how to navigate persona...

Send us Fan Mail If you are a business owner, a medical decision is never just personal. It impacts your time, your operations, your team, and your financial stability. In this episode, you'll learn how to evaluate medical tourism the same way you would any major business decision. With clarity, strategy, and the full financial picture in mind. You will hear what medical tourism really is, wh...

Send us Fan Mail Are you confident your sales tax is set up correctly in QuickBooks Online, or are you guessing and hoping for the best?  In this Quick Tip episode of Biz Help For You, you’ll learn how to properly set up and manage sales tax in QuickBooks Online so you can stay compliant, avoid costly errors, and protect your business as it grows.  Sales tax isn’t one-size-fits-all. It varies by p...

Send us Fan Mail What if the same habits that drive elite athletes could transform the way you run your business?  In this episode, you will discover how discipline, consistency, and high-performance habits can directly impact your entrepreneurial success. You learn from former professional athlete turned entrepreneur John Prather as he shares how mindset, prioritization, and strategic action sepa...

Send us Fan Mail Are you confident your NAICS code is correct, or are you just guessing?  In this Quick Tip episode of Biz Help For You, you’ll learn why your NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) code is more than just a number. It directly impacts your payroll reporting, compliance requirements, and the way your business is classified by government agencies.  You’ll discover how...

Send us Fan Mail What if your business isn’t growing, not because of your strategy, but because of your identity?  In this episode, you’ll discover how your personal identity, branding, and internal systems directly influence your business results. You’ll learn why trying to serve everyone is holding you back, how to identify your true niche, and how to build systems that eliminate overwhelm and c...

Send us Fan Mail Are you confident your business is handling employee time off correctly in California?  If you have even one employee working in California, even remotely, you are required to follow some of the most complex leave laws in the country. In this episode, you gain a clear, practical breakdown of how paid sick leave, workers’ compensation, State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family...

Send us Fan Mail Are you taking full advantage of the latest tax changes that could significantly impact your business?  In this Quick Tip episode of Biz Help For You, you will discover how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces powerful tax-saving opportunities designed specifically for small business owners. From expanded deductions to new credits that support your team, these updates...

Send us Fan Mail Do you think counting to 50 is simple? When it comes to FMLA compliance, that number can determine whether your business is protected or exposed to serious legal risk.  In this episode, you will learn how to correctly count employees under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), including the often-misunderstood “50 employees within 75 miles” rule. You’ll gain clarity on how to d...

Send us Fan Mail Are you using AI in your business but still feel like you are only scratching the surface? What if AI could do more than save you time and actually help you increase profitability and make better financial decisions?  In this episode, you will discover how to move beyond basic AI use and start leveraging it as a true strategic tool. Learn the difference between using AI for conten...

Send us Fan Mail What should you do when an employee comes to you just to vent?  It may seem like a simple leadership moment, but how you respond can have serious implications for trust, workplace culture, and even legal liability.  In this Quick Tip episode of Biz Help For You , you will learn how to navigate employee venting with clarity and confidence. You’ll discover how to distinguish between...

Send us Fan Mail What separates businesses that thrive during uncertainty from those that collapse under pressure?  In this episode, you will discover why discipline and structured systems consistently outperform reactive, short-term strategies, especially in volatile markets. You will learn how emotional decision-making, debt-driven growth, and unclear leadership frameworks can quietly undermine...

Send us Fan Mail What if financial freedom wasn’t about doing more, but about doing less, more effectively?  In this episode, you will learn how simplifying your financial strategy can reduce stress, increase clarity, and help you build long-term wealth with confidence. Steve Short breaks down a practical and repeatable framework that removes complexity and replaces it with structure, discipline,...

Send us Fan Mail Are you building a business, or just creating another demanding job for yourself?  In this episode, you will discover why growing revenue alone does not increase the true value of your company, and what you should focus on instead. You will learn the critical difference between growth and scaling, how to reduce owner dependency, and the exact shifts needed to build a transferable,...

Send us Fan Mail Are you paying your employees correctly when they travel for work? Understanding travel pay is essential for protecting your business, staying compliant, and avoiding costly mistakes.  In this Quick Tip episode of Biz Help For You, you will learn exactly how travel pay works under federal law, when you are required to compensate employees, and how to create a clear, compliant trav...

Send us Fan Mail What if the reason you feel stuck has nothing to do with your circumstances and everything to do with how you think about them?  In this episode, you will explore the powerful connection between mindset, success, and entrepreneurial growth with Randy Gage. You’ll discover how shifting your internal perspective can transform your external results, especially during seasons of chang...

Send us Fan Mail re you confident you’re handling Form W-4 correctly when an employee claims exempt? In this episode, you’ll learn exactly what to do when an employee writes “exempt” on their W-4, and how to stay compliant without overcomplicating payroll. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of your responsibilities as an employer, including how to properly apply withholding, what deadline...

Send us Fan Mail Are you making critical business mistakes without realizing it? In this special 600th episode of Biz Help For You, you revisit some of the most impactful insights shared by expert guests across legal strategy, marketing, mindset, and long-term business planning. Each clip delivers practical, real-world advice designed to help you think differently about how you run and grow your b...

Send us Fan Mail Are you confident your business is truly compliant, or are hidden technology gaps putting you at risk?  In this episode, you will learn how to use technology strategically to maintain compliance while also strengthening your cybersecurity and supporting business growth. You will discover how the right IT infrastructure, tools, and policies can help you stay audit-ready without cre...

Send us Fan Mail What would happen to your income if your business stopped tomorrow?  In this episode, you will discover why relying solely on your business for wealth can create significant financial risk, and what you can do to protect your future starting now.  You will learn how to shift from being fully dependent on your business to building multiple income streams that support long-term stab...

Send us Fan Mail Are you doing enough to protect your business and client data in today’s remote work environment?  As remote work continues to redefine how business gets done, entrepreneurs face growing cybersecurity risks that can no longer be ignored. From public Wi-Fi vulnerabilities to unsecured devices, even one weak link can put your data, reputation, and client trust at risk.  In this Quic...