Hole in the Wall Business Podcast

On this episode Bill and James talk with Tony Busby, co-owner of GreatFlorida Insurance of Lake Nona and Hunters Creek with his wife Amy. He is an expert in commercial and business insurance. As a combat veteran, he also has a heart for several non-profits as well. If you'd like to contact Tony you can reach him at 877-292-2240, tonyb@greatflorida.com or at https://lakenona.greatflorida.com/ L...

In this episode Bill and James talk with Kyle Davis, a financial planner and owner of Integrity Financial Group. It's never too late to plan for the future. Kyle has some great words of wisdom when it comes to planning for the future. We know you will enjoy this conversation. You can reach Kyle at kyle.davis@prudential.com or 407-271-8029. We invite you to join our Facebook group at https://ww...

In this episode Bill and James talk with Lee Phillips, the founder and owner of Leonidas Design Studio, an emerging interior design studio. Lee talks through her journey in starting an interior design business and shares her experiences while build her fabulous company. If you would like to contact Lee you can reach out to her at Lee@leonidasdesignstudio.com, https://www.leonidasdesignstudio.com/...

In this episode Bill and James discuss how to build your business network. Don't do business in a vacuum. We invite you to join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/hiwpodcast and let's continue the discuss. To learn more about how you could own a Hole in the Wall Franchise check out www. HoleintheWallFranchising.com. If you would like more information on Hole in the Wall...

In this episode Bill and James talk with Mike Elliott, General Manager of Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair - Orlando. They talk about the ongoing struggles of hiring quality employees.  We invite you to join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/hiwpodcast and let's continue the discuss. To learn more about how you could own a Hole in the Wall Franchise check out www. Holeinthe...

On this episode Bill and James talk with Brian Awsumb, owner of Awsumb Tech LLC. This discussion talks through some of the vulnerabilities the small business need to be aware of in regards to cyber security.  It's nothing to be taken lightly. If you'd like to contact Brian contact him at info@awsumbtech.com or 407-636-7009. We invite you to join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/...

In this episode Bill and James talk with Britt Owen and Santino Quinones of CoAdvanatge, a Payroll/PEO and HR company. The discussion highlights how outsourcing payroll can be a huge benefit to a small business. If you'd like more information on CoAdvantage go to https://www.coadvantage.com/ We invite you to join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/hiwpodcast and let's continue t...

On this episode Bill and James talk with Wendy Grant, Founder of Wenvia, a plant based skin care company. Wendy shares why she decided to start developing quality skin care products and how she is scaling her busy. As a female solo entrepreneur, she is a true inspiration. You can find her at www.wenvia.com and https://www.instagram.com/wenvia_naturals/ and info@wenvia.com We invite you to join our...

In this episode Bill and James talk about how small changes, 1% improvements, will lead to big positive changes. They draw from a story in the book "Atomic Habits" written by James Clear, that details how the British Cycling team went from a losing team to a winning team using the approach known as "The Aggregation of Marginal Gains".  Check out the blog post: https://www.holeinthewalldr...

On this episode Bill and James talk with Chad Bordner with Elite Home Inspection Services, a home inspection company in Central Florida. It's a great conversation where they talk about the Home Inspection process and the importance of strategic partners in business. If you'd like to get a hold Chad, you can contact him at 407-443-3683 or ehiservices.com We invite you to join our Facebook group at...

In this episode Bill and James talk again to David Edmiston, one of the owners in the family run business, Colonial Florist. Every business owner has some stories to tell and David has some good ones. From IRS issues to company culture, it's a great conversation. You can reach Colonial Florist at https://www.colonialfloristorlando.com/ or call them at 407-896-4781. We invite you to join our Facebo...

In this episode Bill and James shift the focus a little from small business to supporting veteran business owner. They talk with Stu Smith, the CEO of FAVOB (Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses). Hole in the Wall has a heart for our veterans are partnering with FAVOB to help support them.  You can find out more about FAVOB at https://favob.net/. Stu can be reached at ceo@favob.org...

On this episode Bill and James talk with Gerrard Grant of Waugh Grant, PLLC. Gerrard is a repeat guest and close friend of the show and he is an experienced business, accounting and estate attorney. The discussion delves into the need for business owners to think about and create a succession plan for their business.  If you'd like to get ahold of Gerrard you can contact him at 321-800-6008 -...

In this episode Bill and James talk with Lamonte Gwynn of Lamonte G Photography were they talk about the importance of having a quality headshot and what it takes to make that happen. If you'd like to get a hold of Lamonte, email him at lamonte@lamontegphotography.com https://www.lamontegphotography.com/ We invite you to join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/hiwpodcast. If you...

In this episode Bill and James talk with Dustin Fowler, Sales Manager of the Metro Orlando area for Sherwin Williams, about the importance of having good partnerships with key vendors, like Sherwin Williams. We also discuss an incredible project Dustin has started in Honduras. If you'd like to get ahold of Dustin email him at dustin.t.fowler@sherwin.com We invite you to join our Facebook group at...

This episode is a little different. James and Bill hand over the Host mic to Trish Murphy of Marketing Smarty Pants, to have a casual conversation. This is a much longer podcast than the typical Hole in the Wall podcast but it will give a little insight to the owners of Hole in the Wall and the company. We hope you enjoy. (Yes.. This was heavily edited) We invite you to join our Facebook group at...

On this episode Bill and James talk with Bonnie Gisriel-Margerer, the owner of BPowered Consulting. It is a fascinating conversation about ways to help small business owners think about ways to communicate and set goals and the power of accountability on an executive level. She is an incredible woman with an incredible story. If you'd like to get a hold of Bonnie you can email her at bonnie@bpower...

On this episode Bill and James talk about the difference between cheap and value. What is the Value Advantage that sets you apart in your business? Take a look at the blog post about this topic: https://www.holeinthewalldrywallrepair.com/ value-advantage / We invite you to join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/hiwpodcast. If you are interested in a Hole in the Wall Franchise,...

In this episode Bill and James talk with Michel Baitelli, a franchise owner of WOW One Day Painting in the Orando, FL area. Michel shares his experience with purchasing a franchise as a foreigner and moving his family to Florida to start the WOW One Day Painting business. It's a very interesting conversation and he touches on getting his E2 Visa, as well. You can reach Michel Baitelli at michel.ba...

On this episode Bill and James take a moment to express what they are thankful for. As Thanksgiving approaches, finding time to highlight that blessing in life.  We invite you to join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/hiwpodcast. If you are interested in a Hole in the Wall Franchise, please go to www. HoleintheWallFranchising.com. If you would like more information on Hole...

On this episode Bill and James talk with long friend of Hole in the Wall, Andy Lawniczak owner of Creative Imaging Wraps. Andy has been putting graphics on Hole in the Wall vehicles for years. He explains why it is important to have your brand represented on your vehicles. Andy can be reached at andy@creativewraps.us or text him at 812-598-4472. He is also on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/C...

In this episode Bill and james talk about the importance of reviews and how to get the phone ringing in a small business. How do you get the phone ringing? How to you build organic lead generation? Reviews are the key!!  You can read more about this topic in the blog post at https://www.holeinthewalldrywallrepair.com/ importance-of-reviews / We invite you to join our Facebook group at https:/...

In the episode Bill and James talk with Nathan Schmidt, Graphic Designer with FMS. Nathan has been working with FMS and Hole in the Wall to create the Hole in the Wall Brand Guide Book. The discuss helps a small business owner down the path of creative a logo, build brand consistency and building a brand standard.  You can reach Nathan at nathan@nschmidtcreative.com and nschmidtcreative.com....

In the this episode Bill and James discuss the importances of Company Alignment. What is company alignment? Why is it important to have alignment within your company? How can we take steps to improving a company's alignment. It is a subject near and dear to their hearts. This podcast inspired by a blog post the Bill wrote. Please check it out. https://www.holeinthewalldrywallrepair.com/ company-al...

In the episode Bill and James talk with Alan George, Vice President of FMS. Alan has over 40 years of franchise sales experience and has mentored and helped hundreds of brands. The conversation today focuses on the next part of the Hole in the Wall journey were we move into the sale process. From lead generation to closing the sale with a new Hole in the Wall franchisee, this is one very informati...