Elite Business Advice Podcast

One of the most important (and often overlooked) pieces of business is having Standard Operating Procedures and a training system to follow for your employee’s. This is one of many ways in which a business owner can separate him or herself from the business to run systematically. In today’s episode, Chris Gwinn with Great Lakes Advisory shares how they help business owners create and implement tra...

Reading (or listening to) books can be one of the simplest ways to develop yourself and your skills over your competitors. Gaining insight from a variety of people and learning something everyday to apply in your life will compound quickly over time! In this episode we share our top 5 book recommendations for small business owners along with a quick overview of the book. Want to further your growt...

Often, business owners are solely focused on the growth of their business which can lead to stress and burnout. In today’s episode, Chris Habermehl of CRH Electric explains how he uses his business to serve his life and the guardrails he has in place to avoid being overwhelmed and distracted from his 3 main priorities in life. In need of some electrical help in the Metro-East area? Contact Chris a...

Did you know that if you have employee’s, you are a coach to them? Whether it’s coaching them through being a better employee, leading them to fulfill their potential, or helping develop them as people in life, you’re still a coach! In today’s episode Payton Blaylock, founder of the Blaylock Group by EXP Realty joins us to share some principles and perspectives of how to more effectively coach and...

Walking a fine line between being a good servant (or going above and beyond) and running a profitable business can be a tough balance. In today’s episode, Jeff Roth, Senior Pastor of Skyline Church helps us break down what it means to be a servant leader, why it’s important in your business, and how companies like Chick-Fil-A appear to have mastered this concept. To connect with Jeff on social: Fa...

Do you find it hard to balance running a business and being a good and present parent? You aren’t alone! In this episode, Rachel Grimm from Homes by Janell joins us to share some tips and tricks she’s learned along her journey of being a working Mom along with some philosophies that often help communicate our why to our children. Looking for a realtor in the St. Clair County area? Email Rachel at:...

When starting a new business or evaluating if you’re in the right spot, it’s important to think through the 4 P’s of Entrepreneurship:  Passion – What are you passionate and excited about? Profit – How can you monetize your business to support your desired income? Is there enough demand for it? Problem – What problem do you solve for people?  Purpose – What do you feel that your God given talents...

Many business owners market their business only when they need new clients and feel the pressure. What if you could develop a simple to execute marketing plan that would almost guarantee a consistent flow of leads? In this episode, Chris provides some insight on different marketing channels, what to consider when building a marketing plan, and how to go about implementing it into your daily habits...

As business owners we often don’t realize the strain we put on our employee’s and the actions we task them with. In this episode, Josh Douglas with WorkHappy helps us break down 3 main reasons why employee’s get burned out, how we can prevent it, and what way’s we can help them further succeed and feel fulfilled in their roles at your company. For questions on the topic or to dive deeper into shif...

Finding ways to stand out in your industry may be extremely easy or rather hard. In this episode, Emile Flowers helps provide some creative ideas that you can use in your business to stand out, differentiate yourself, and give back to your clients. If you’re looking to build better, stronger, more fruitful relationships with your referral partners and/or clients, this episode is for you! To reach...

One thing that gets overlooked every year is intentionally planning out a vision and action steps for your company for the year. While having an annual revenue goal is great, seeing if it’s feasible and checks the boxes for you financially is most important. In this episode, Chris Moore, Founder of Elite Business Advisors walks through how they plan out a new year with their clients and some tips...

Many business owners feel as if they are flying by the seat of their pants running their business. Often it is because their to-do list is in their head and there is no organization and flow to accomplishing tasks. In this episode, Crystal Scott and Chris Moore share some productivity insights on not just how to be efficient with your to-do list, but also ensure the important tasks are getting don...

The term commercial banker and commercial lender can be a confusing one for many business owners. In this episode we interview Justin Ward, VP of Commercial Lending for First National Bank of Waterloo to explain how exactly they help small business owners in their finances and day to day lives. For questions or inquiries on commercial lending, email Justin at Jward@fnbwaterloo.bank. For more infor...

When is the last time you sat down to evaluate your business from your customers perspective? This should include not just the experience and feeling you give off to your customers but also the A-to-Z journey of what it’s like to do business with you. Identifying the weaknesses in your process is what will help you evolve as a business owner!  For help mapping out your customer journey and experie...

In this episode, Maxx Elbe shares some perspective on how college prepared him for the business world as well as what he’s learned in his first year of business. This is a great reminder to make sure you’re focused on the basics when it comes to strengthening your relationships and upping your networking game! If you’re a college student or recent graduate, this is a perfect episode for you! For m...

Believe it or not, your personal finances have a huge impact on your business finances. Whether it’s your habits that carry over, or the need to take cash out of your business to cover costs, it’s the #1 influence in your business finances. In this episode, Crystal Scott helps us provide some insight for personal & business finances as well as a quick bit on long-term savings.    Have question...

Just about everyone uses social media in one way or another, but the intentionality to grow your brand/business is usually lacking. In this episode, Patrick Varnum with Brightside Insurance Agency shares how he’s used social media over the last 4 years to build his business while being genuine and authentic! To connect with Patrick, visit www.brightsideins.com or email him at patrick.varnum@bright...

One thing that can often be overlooked in the workplace is the mental health of your employees. In this episode, Joel Greiner, Owner of Paint The Earth and licensed therapist of 15 years, helps us understand some simple to implement concepts on how to increase the well-being of our employees and the impact that has on our business. For more information or to schedule a free business analysis meeti...

Have you ever wondered how the process works of buying and selling a business, or how to value it? In this episode, Colin Clark with Weinheimer Opel Law Firm helps provide some perspective on Mergers and Acquisitions as why having an exit strategy in place for your business is important whether you’re 30 or 70 years old. Got questions or need help in your business? Colin can be reached at colin@we...

Have you ever thought about a way to generate leads for your business and position yourself as an expert on a topic? In this episode we break down what a lead generator & sales funnel is, why it’s beneficial, and how to go about creating one! The key is building trust with your target market and adding value to them. Looking for help with your marketing strategy or executing what we discuss in...

Partnerships can be messy, right? Not always! This may be the case more times than not, but when you find the right partnership, it can be very rewarding and beneficial. In today’s episode we interview Brian Hepfer and Shannon Duvall, co-owners of HD Paint & Stain to discuss their partnership, their merger back in 2018, and what they’ve learned along the journey. For more information or to sch...

Many businesses face situations in which they have to pivot strategies in a segment of their business. Whether it’s from a global pandemic, changes in technology, or societal demand for the product/service, you must stay on the forefront and adapt to change. In today’s episode we interview Payton Blaylock, owner of The Blaylock Group, to discuss how they pivoted in a variety of areas during 2020 a...

Have you ever wondered how to keep in touch with your previous clients and referral partners without being pushy? In this episode, Janell Schmittling, owner of Homes by Janell shares how they use Value Add marketing campaigns to build relationships and grow their business. Need help with buying or selling a home? Visit www.homesbyjanell.com to see how Janell or someone on her team can assist you!...

The number 1 person holding you back from the growth and success of your business is… yourself! Many entrepreneurs try to have their hands in every area of their business instead of empowering the people that work for them. In this episode, Sam Salah discusses how he has built 2 successful businesses by taking a hands off approach along with other common mistakes he has made on his entrepreneurial...

Have you ever wondered why certain things motivate you or your employee’s, but others are the opposite? In this episode, Scott Milford breaks down the difference between Intrinsic and Extrinsic motivation as we discuss leadership and business! For more information or to schedule a free business analysis meeting with us, visit www.elitebusinessadvising.com ! If you are a contractor/home service bus...