Small Business Answer Man

Aaron Marcum holds a Master's in Positive Psychology from UPenn under Dr. Martin Seligman. With two decades of business scaling experience, he's an award-winning leader and speaker empowering entrepreneurs. Aaron has just recently launched his book, "EntreThrive," today. I can't believe we were able to get him on the podcast but we are excited he made time for us. What problem do you solve? In tod...

Chris Mannina, CPA and CFO, works primarily with mid-market businesses in a variety of industries, including professional services, technology, government contracting, and non-profits. His areas of expertise include reporting, compliance, strategic planning, FP&A, monitoring, and internal controls.   What business problem do you solve? In today's episode, Chris Mannina addresses the critical finan...

JoDee is a CSP and a SHRM-SCP; she owns Purple Ink, an HR consulting firm serving clients throughout the Midwest.  JoDee has written 5 books in the JoyPowered® Series; her most recent one, an Amazon #1 best seller, is JoyPowered® Networking; in addition to running her firm for the past 14 years, she is a speaker and trainer on many leadership and/or HR topics. What problem do you solve? In this ep...

Heidi Schalk is a business strategy and leadership coach, author, speaker, and host of the Be S.H.E. Podcast (Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Empowered.). She has been featured on FOX, ABC, NBC, CBS, and The Daily Herald. Heidi spent the past 5 years helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals and build 6 figure businesses they love through her M.O.N.E.Y Mastery System. What business problem do you solve? In...

Dr. James M. Smith is a licensed professional counselor in Jefferson City, MO. He currently works as the outpatient lead therapist at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital Behavioral Health. He has been in the mental health field for 18 years and specializes in addiction, severe, persistent mental illness, and trauma. His dissertation explored the lived experiences of men disclosing childhood sexual abus...

Scot Drinkard has been an entrepreneur for 30 years, with a portfolio of over 20 companies. Scot has faced many challenges along the way, in business and personal life. What business problem do you solve? In this episode, Scot delves into the intricate challenge entrepreneurs often face: the delicate balance between the demanding nature of their work and the imperative of maintaining personal heal...

Joshua Brown has been married for 25 years to Jennifer. He is a father of six, which includes three girls, and three boys. Joshua is the founder of a vocational ministry experience. He opened a side hustle and turned it into a national brand where ministers are invited to enter into the marketplace so they can create jobs, make disciples and serve the city. What business problem do you solve? In t...

As the founder of more than a dozen companies, over three decades of entrepreneurial experience, and with 10+ years coaching businesses, Gary Wilbers is an expert businessman. His primary focus is on helping small business owners achieve success and balance in business and in life through his own peer advisory groups. Gary is a founder, speaker, author, trainer, and coach. His profound familiarity...

Tom Schwab believes the best things in life come from conversations. It's these powerful, sometimes awkward conversations that propel us from where we are personally and professionally to where we dream of being. As an engineer, a Navy Veteran, and Nuclear Propulsion Plant Operator, Tom thinks differently. Tough Minded, Skeptical, sometimes even Cantankerous, but always technically competent, alwa...

Dave's mission is to Align the Misaligned through the Five Facets of Business™ framework— a dynamic small business operating system that aligns systems and people so businesses and the people in them can flourish. What business problem do you solve? In today's episode, Dave will help businesses overcome obstacles more effectively, promoting a transition from a state of grinding to achieving sustai...

As the founder of more than a dozen companies, over three decades of entrepreneurial experience, and with 10+ years coaching businesses, Gary Wilbers is an expert businessman. His primary focus is on helping small business owners achieve success and balance in business and in life through his own peer advisory groups. Gary is a founder, speaker, author, trainer, and coach. His profound familiarity...

Andy Hite is a recognized leadership coach who supports  .entrepreneurs, executives, and their teams as they navigate the world of building businesses and lives filled with prosperity, meaning, & freedom What business problem do you solve? In today's episode, Andy delves into the often overlooked factor in business challenges: the owner or leadership team. Small Business Answer Man Shownotes: Andy...

Ramon Ray is publisher of ZoneofGenius.com and brand strategist at CelebrityCEO.com - he's an in-demand motivational speaker, best-selling author, and serial entrepreneur. He's started 5 companies and has sold 3 of them. What problem do you solve? In today's episode, Ramon will help us solve problems regarding the need for more attention and its impact on sales and trust for small business owners....

Danielle Hayden is a reformed corporate CFO (chief financial officer) who is on a mission to help rule-breaking female entrepreneurs understand their numbers so they can gain the confidence needed to create sustainable profits. After spending 10+ years in the boardroom as a corporate finance officer, Danielle is now in her sweet spot as the CEO of Kickstart Accounting, Inc. where she helps busines...

William Vanderbloemen is the CEO and Founder of the top executive search firm Vanderbloemen Search Group and author of B e the Unicorn: 12 Data-Driven Habits that Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest  (HarperCollins Leadership, November 14, 2023). William Vanderbloemen is known for his expertise in executive search and leadership consulting, he has authored books and spoken at conferences on to...

Trevor Rosenthal is passionate about personal growth and learning new things. He recently completed a Crossover Into Business program at Harvard Business School, where he gained insights and skills on how to leverage his sports background in other domains. He is also a board member of the Baseball Assistance Team, a nonprofit organization that provides financial and medical assistance to former ba...

Cam Hall is a husband, father, educational leader, and entrepreneur. Cam believes that all Men are called to live Fit, Healthy, and Fulfilled lives, and that every man can make a positive impact on those around him. He is founder of the Fight the Dad Bod coaching program, host of the Dads Making A Difference Podcast, and Leader of The DMD Mastermind. What problem do you solve?  Cam is going to sol...

Miriam Schulman is an artist and founder of The Inspiration Place, where she helps other artists learn how to profit from their passion or become better artists. She's helped thousands of artists around the world develop their skill sets and create more time and freedom to do what they love. What problem do you solve?  Miriam is going to talk with us about pricing. Show Notes: Miriam believes emai...

John Briggs is the founder of Incite Tax. His theme is, "The IRS Sucks", and business owners should keep more of their money to build long-term wealth. John is a man on a mission to give entrepreneurs an actual work-life balance so they don't get burned out. He helps them increase their cash immediately so they can have confidence in their choices and become financially resilient. What problem do...

Kurt Uhlir is known for being at the front lines for creating several of the marketing channels we all use today, including social media management, influencer marketing, and location-based marketing. In addition to his experience building and/or operating dozens of companies, he has advised hundreds more. The unique experience of being inside hundreds of high-growth companies with the opportunity...

RICHARD A. MORAN is a Silicon Valley-based business leader, workplace pundit, bestselling author, venture capitalist, former CEO and college president. He is best known for his series of humorous business books beginning with the bestselling, Never Confuse a Memo with Reality, and is credited with starting the genre of "Business Bullet Books." His body of work includes 10 books about using commons...

Josh Fonger is a consultant, coach, and speaker who is recognized as the leading authority in Business Performance Architecture and CEO of WTS Enterprises. He helped hundreds of businesses grow simply using the WTS Method, from working "in" their businesses to working "on" their businesses. What problem do you solve?  Help ambitious business owner break free of the day-to-day and working their tai...

Lisa is the CEO of SMITH Co., a sales consulting firm focused on modern midsize B2B businesses. She understands her client's challenges because she's been there as a "COVIDpreneur". Despite the turbulent economic landscape, she reached six figures in her first year of business. What problem do you solve?  Businesses often want to off set sales and she will help with the question of when to hire ou...

Mickie Kennedy is the Founder and President of eReleases, the small business leader for press release distribution, now celebrating 24 years in business. He is an expert at helping small businesses increase their visibility and credibility and he's here today to share some valuable insights. What problem do you solve?  How to build a strategic PR campaign using press releases and building one that...

After growing up in Houston, Jesse Rubenfeld began his career in New York City at the Lime Group of companies doing the books for a variety of companies, gaining experience with non-profit, software industry, hedge fund, and management company accounting. After serving as LimeWire's CFO for his last four years there, he joined the D. E. Shaw Group as the controller of the research division that bu...