The MoreBusiness.com Podcast

Building resilient teams in today’s hybrid, and often fully remote, work environment is more important than ever. This podcast episode goes into the essential strategies and practices that leaders can employ to cultivate a team that can withstand challenges, adapt to change, and bounce back stronger from setbacks. We'll explore the key characteristics of resilient teams and share practical ins...

Team cohesion and effective collaboration involves more than just communication. It requires active listening, open-mindedness, and the ability to work towards a common goal to generate innovative ideas and overcome challenges. On the other hand, poor collaboration can lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, and politics over productivity. This video podcast shows you the secrets to getting a team t...

A positive company culture can increase employee loyalty, engagement, foster a sense of community, and ultimately drive better business outcomes. In this podcast, Raj Khera and Dr. Jeff Kaplan explore how to build that culture using actionable techniques supported by stories that you can use right away to align your culture with your business values and goals.

It is never an easy decision to have to let someone go, but if the situation calls for layoffs, it is important to handle them with compassion and heart. In this podcast, Executive Coach Dr. Jeff Kaplan and I share the process and exact words that make all the difference.

Every company struggles with product-market fit, from one person businesses to the Fortune 500. Our BIG LIST of powerful product-market fit questions starts at minute 13:35 into the podcast. Learn how create the most compelling products and services that customers can't wait to buy, plus the exact discovery questions, phrases and techniques to help you get customers for life.

Servant leadership focuses on service to the people and organization being led. The goal is to create an environment where team members can work together towards common goals while feeling valued, respected, and supported. Servant leaders prioritize the needs of their team members and understand that their role is to serve rather than be served. Executive Coaches Raj Khera and Dr. Jeff Kaplan shar...

Is being a leader something you aspire to? In this episode, Leadership Coach of the Year award-winner Dr. Jeff Kaplan shares essential strategies for coaching and leadership development. With insights from his experience in leading and coaching hundreds of people, learn how to develop yourself into an inspirational leader and influence those around you to take action and drive sustainable results....

Your ability to lead depends on your ability to influence others and connect with them on an emotional level. This connection can be the foundation to achieve collective goals, inspire others to take action, and drive sustainable results. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Kaplan and I explore ways you can create strong bonds with those around you and become the leader you aspire to be.

The entrepreneurial bug bit Nick Jordan early. He quickly scaled his first company to $1 million and then, within 30 days, he lost $800k in annual revenue. Ouch! He had to get out of his negative mind space to bounce back. He did and went from zero to 1.5 million organic visitors per month for his new company. Follow Nick’s inspirational life journey in this podcast where he reveals what kept him...

Listen to Karl Boehm’s B2B Marketing Playbook for quick hits to get more business fast! In this episode, Karl, the CEO of Spiral Marketing, shares tactics you can use right away to unlock success in the digital age with the use of B2B marketing tactics. Get ready for an inspiring discussion packed with valuable insights that can help you boost your efficiency and profitability.

As we enter the uncertain economic climate of 2023, CEOs and their sales teams are gearing up to make sure they are aligned and ready to hit the ground running. Join my guest, Sean McDermott, CEO of Windward Consulting Group, as we explore what an ideal sales kickoff meeting should look like this year and examine how today’s economy is shaping the message leaders need to convey. We also talk about...

January marks the season of company kickoff meetings. It’s the time of year when CXOs energize their teams with insights into the company’s roadmap for the next 12 months and share updates on products, sales and marketing strategies. But will 2023 be different? Some companies are seeing downturns in renewals and new sales. In this podcast with Andres Peters, Chief Learning Officer at Maestro, a sa...

How you come across to others is one of the most important factors in your success as a business leader. Many call this executive presence. The way you carry yourself impacts how your customers, your team members, even your vendors perceive you, which means your presence affects your ability to get things done. In this episode, coaches Dr. Jeff Kaplan and Raj Khera we’ll share ways to understand y...

Vaughn Thurman built a thriving IT service business. Suddenly, his two biggest clients got acquired and canceled their contracts, which comprised 60% of his revenue. As the company struggled, the other shoe dropped: the bank, the landlord, vendors, even the electric company threatened to shut down his business. It got worse. The IRS called. With four kids to support, another on the way, a mortgage...

Selling software to enterprises can take a long time. In this podcast, CEOs Raj Khera and Hossein Noshirvani dissect the art of the enterprise sale, including how to strategize and nurture all of the stakeholders that will make the buying decision. Use this framework for SaaS sales.

Humility in business. What does that even mean? And how do you know when you have it - or don’t have it? You might also be thinking, does showing humility mean people think you lack confidence or conviction. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Kaplan and I will answer these important questions about humility in business that shape your impact as a leader.

There are many reasons why you started your business - or are thinking about starting one: independence, financial freedom, a side hustle to bring in more cash. The fact that you took initiative to start a business shows that you are a born leader. In this episode, Alex Kuhn and I unpack how to bring out and tune your natural leadership skills.

The dreaded performance review. If you’re like most managers, you’d rather have dental surgery than do a performance review. You’re not alone. Doing reviews can be time-consuming and require uncomfortable conversations that you’d rather avoid. Let’s face it, some managers tiptoe around important topics and employees often equate review time with a raise. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Kaplan and I brea...

Entrepreneurs and executives have a reputation of being driven. But every one of us is human. And sometimes it takes more energy to show up and get through the day. What do other leaders do to stay motivated? And more importantly, how do they get back on track when something derails them or when they struggle to make progress? This episode dives deep into specific ways to adjust your mindset so yo...

On-Demand CMO and messaging expert Daniel Heimlich reveals his unique strategies for transforming weak messaging into strong clear words that resonate with your prospects and customers. You’ll learn specific actionable steps, including how to create your company’s message map and avoid the stumbling blocks, oversights, and mistakes that companies make. Daniel will share several examples that will...

Some call them hacks, but they are really systems and processes for productivity. It's as important for a startup as it is for a larger business. In this podcast, we'll give numerous examples of systems that small business owners and teams can productivity fast. It's like you've duplicated your ability to get work done. You'll learn how to identify what needs to be systematized and what can stay a...

You've made the life-changing decision to help others. Being a life coach is a noble and rewarding endeavor. But if you're like most who choose this career path, you're scratching your head and thinking to yourself "how to get life coaching clients?" In this detailed podcast, I'll show you the fastest path to building your brand so you attract life coaching clients to grow your business. 

Thousands of people search Google for "life coaching" and related terms every month. Some examples: "life coach" - 33,000 searches in the U.S. alone every month, "life coach near me" - 12,000 searches. Knowing SEO for life coaches gives you a major advantage over other coaches to land a regular stream of new clients. There's more: getting found locally, which is where most life coaches get clients...

Management guru Peter Drucker once said "culture eats strategy for breakfast." That's not to say strategy isn't important. But company culture, which is set from the executives - even in small businesses - needs to support corporate values in order to create an environment that allows ideas, growth and your staff to thrive. In this podcast with former CEO Raj Khera and Executive Leadership Coach D...

You might be surprised to know that imposter syndrome affects seasoned leaders just like it affects aspiring leaders.  It’s the feeling that you don’t belong in the role you’re in, maybe not even sure how you got there in the first place. Some feel like they’re not totally sure what they’re doing, and that it’s only a matter of time before everyone figures that out. You’re not alone. Imposter...