The Good Advice Podcast: Do Business Better with Blake Binns

We revisit the conversation on ChatGPT and AI to ask the important question... should you be using AI tools for your small business?  I think the question has a resounding YES to it... with some caveats.  We break this down in today's episode.  Do you use AI for your business? I'd love to know which tools and how you use them so I can spotlight them on the podcast.  This episode is sponsored by Eq...

AI has come to the center of the attention across so many industries -- businesses included. People have been asking for better or worse -- how can I leverage AI to run my business better?  Nick Hill joins us as one of the co-founders of myConversation, and how they are utilizing AI to reach customers better. Find out more at: https://www.myconversation.ai/ This episode is sponsored by Equity Busi...

We cover two stories in the news this past week on what's causing employees to quit the fast food industry, including the simple differences between great leaders and ineffective ones. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.  Want to a...

One of our original amazing interviews is with Kristin Sherry -- best selling international author. We chat about her origin story -- from leaving corporate America, to creating a new product (YouMap), to eventually becoming a writer. Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at...

Struggling to sell more? What you have may be amazing... but if you don't know how to offer it, you'll wonder why no one is lining up to buy. In this episode, we talk about how successful businesses put all energy into crafting a simple and compelling offer.  This episode is sponsored by Equity Business Solutions, LLC. Want an expert to help you with the financials for your business? Go to EquityB...

Scripts can be so popular for knowing what to say on your next sales call... Unfortunately, there are no magic words that turn "no" into "yes!". Instead, focus on the power of connecting with your buyer so that they trust that you have the right answer for them. More on this episode! This episode is sponsored by Equity Business Solutions, LLC. Go to EquityBusinessSolutionsLLC.com and get value bey...

We explain the absolute #1 most important quality in business owners who are able to make good decisions for their business... including decisions that create the biggest return on investment of your time.  Promoted in this episode is Accelity Marketing -- are you looking for your next bold marketing strategy? Go to AccelityMarketing.com to find out more. Enjoy this episode? Don't forget to subscr...

Orrin Klopper joins the show to tell the 20+ year story in the making of Netsurit, a managed IT company out of NYC. Orrin talks about the early days of the business and just starting out, all the way to now managing a business at scale, and all the steps in between.  We chat nearly every topic that a business owner experiences -- from sales, to mindset, to even culture and hiring -- all in this am...

We share a conversation we had with the Rogers-Lowell Chamber of Commerce on the simple ways businesses can attract and keep great talent in their industry.  Enjoy this episode? Don't forget to subscribe and follow the podcast for more Good Advice.  Check out our Patreon where you can support the show! Patreon.com/GoodAdvice Interested in advertising on the show? Email us at blake@goodadvicecoachi...

One of the biggest struggle entrepreneurs and business owners face is wasted effort AVOIDING the mountain the keeps you from your end goals. Whether it be wealth, fulfillment, or anything else -- success meets those who are willing to one simple thing.  Climb the Mountain.  This episode is sponsored by Equity Business Solutions, LLC. Go to EquityBusinessSolutionsLLC.com and get value beyond the nu...

Want to know the key steps in starting a podcast? More importantly, do you want concepts that work for any content platform on social media? We break down our key takeaways from 5 years of podcasting.  Our upcoming Grow Your Show Class is on June 13th, 11am CST. Sign up at: PodcasterKickstart.com Mentioned in this episode: Become perfectly understood by your buyer with Zach Messler. Go to ZachMess...

Jonaed Iqbal returns to the podcast for this #RoundTwo discussion series. We chat about effective content on social media, the power of the NoDegree movement, with a few fun stories thrown in as well. This one was one of our favorites! Check it out! Find out more about Jonaed at https://nodegree.com/ And listen to the amazing 150+ episodes of people who became successful without needing a degree a...

How do you deal with that "overly engaged" customer? The one who emails at all hours of the night, who wants much more of your time than any of your other clients? We talk all the steps you can step to avoid clingy customers in this episode, and how to ultimately get paid your worth with customers who respect your time.  This episode is sponsored by Equity Business Solutions, LLC. Want your financ...

In a time where so much chaos and uncertainty exists in the financial world, Victor Werley joins the show to talk all about how successful business owners operate. Find out more at: https://www.pinnacleadvisor.net/ .  The business you heard mentioned in the advertisement for the show was Zach Messler. Go to ZachMessler.com and be perfectly understood.  Enjoy the show? Be sure to follow and subscri...

Some days everything just clicks. Other days not so much. How do you keep your business moving forward no matter the circumstances? We chat all about this and how great entrepreneurs have mastered the art of momentum.  Enjoy this episode? Don't forget you can support the podcast for more great content through our Patreon at Patreon.com/GoodAdvice This episode is sponsored by Optimum Health Insuran...

Courtney Kirschbaum joins the podcast for our #RoundTwo series, returning for the second time to talk all things about your career and how you truly find a job you love.  Get a copy of Freedom Through Strategy: How to Own Your Career, Prevent Burnout, Avoid Career Mistakes, and Boost Your Happiness by going to  scribd.sjv.io/CKBook Visit her website: https://www.courtneykirschbaum.com/ Read more f...

In this episode we discuss why the way you do business matters when it comes to the long term success of your brand. It's more than doing the right thing vs. the wrong thing -- we're talking about your perspective when you make decisions and the values that drive you to make those choices. All that and more on today's show.  This episode is sponsored by Equity Business Solutions, LLC. Get your boo...

David Weaver joins the show to talk the power of joining a franchise. He's the President of Franchise Your Freedom and he connects with entrepreneurs who want to grow their influence through starting a business... but who may not want to start from ground zero.  If you've loved the idea of getting out of that 9-5 corporate grind, or if you're simply looking at what's next for you, connect with Dav...

We chat one of the most painstaking processes in running a business -- taking customer feedback. This isn't a concept that's hard to understand... yet so many business owners avoid it! We talk more in depth on this including why a strong feedback loop in your business is key for managing a successful brand.  Enjoy this episode? Be sure to follow and subscribe to the show for more content.  Don't f...

"Offer something your customer can't refuse." Great advice... yet we never see an actual "irresistible" offer! In this episode we chat about the problem with a cold-DM-pitch heavy world and how to find the balance between wanting to make an impact while also getting paid well.  If you enjoy the episode, be sure to subscribe or follow the podcast for our weekly updates.  And if you want to support...

Tamica Sears joins the show for a second time to talk all about effective leadership and how bad bosses miss it. More importantly, we talk effective DEI initiatives in the workplace, as well as the secret sauce to healthy workplace culture.  Hear more from Tamica on her Linkedin, available at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamicasears/ Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the...

In the news this week, a CEO went viral for scolding her employees for asking about their bonuses getting cut. We talk about this event, including how great bosses both see and interact with their teams when things go well... and when things don't go well.  More on the show. Stay tuned.  Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. An...

What does effective leadership and management look like in a post-COVID world? We sit down with Dr. Michelle K. Johnston to talk about the Seismic Shift in Leadership happening now and why Connection may be the untapped power for your business.  Check out more from Dr. Johnston at: https://michellekjohnston.com/ And be sure to pick up a copy of her book, the Seismic Shift in Leadership, available...

We talk ChatGPT from OpenAI.com.  Is it a BOON for businesses? Or a major bust? Does Good Advice use it? And more importantly... should you?  All that and more on the show today.  Enjoy this episode? Be sure you're subscribed and following the podcast as we bring you our weekly episodes. And don't forget, you can always support the podcast at our Patreon via Patreon.com/GoodAdvice.  Want to advert...

Windy Elstermeier joins the show to talk her new book -- Move -- and why it's crucial to decide each day to move forward despite the setbacks you face. This is a powerful discussion and worth listening to especially if you are thinking about new opportunities, side hustles, or entrepreneurial gigs. Step through that open door!  Check out Windy's new book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Move-Wind...