Think Outside the Bank

What can you expect from this week's Think Outside the Bank episode? We'll unpack one of the most intriguing articles published at TheLucyReport.com this week - stay up-to-date on financial and business trends by subscribing for free today!  The featured Business Plan Tip of the Week - ensure your business plan is ready for funding with each week's hard-working tip! Discover a SIMPLE path for expl...

This season, Think Outside the Bank will be turning YOU into a highly fundable, savvy company - ready to VET THE LENDER! First, we'll help to ensure your business is set up for success through de-risking and getting clear on the amount of funding you need. Then, we'll explore various TYPES of funding such as SBA loans, used equipment funding, and business expansion funding. Finally, you'll become...

You're DONE gauging this elusive economy, and you're READY to launch or expand your business right now. But, how will you fund this exciting new venture???     Great question! Business ownership in a competitive and fluctuating economy can be SUPER expensive, with only a small percentage of business owners reporting launch costs of less than $50,000.   That's right- over 27% of small business owne...

Especially at this point in history, employers need to be at the top of their game to attract and retain top talent. One critical component of "being on top of your game" that many business owners overlook is having a smart succession plan in place. If you're wondering, "What is a succession plan?" or "How can a succession plan help me build my dream team?" this episode so was made specifically fo...

As we're in the middle of the Great Resignation, many small business owners are asking themselves, "Can I even compete against the high-salaried positions larger firms are offering?" or "Why should I even get attached to my best employees if they could be recruited out from under me at a moment's notice?" If you've asked either of those questions, you're not alone! Many small business owners are w...

Did you know that research shows more employees would prefer recognition over a pay raise, promotion, or many other benefits? It's true! And as we know, the Big Quit (or the Great Resignation) or 2021 isn't slowing down. If you're looking to attract and KEEP your dream team, recognition is something to seriously consider. In today's episode, we unpack what a recognition program is (Spoiler: it doe...

Our favorite definition of a reputation, or brand, comes from Jeff Bezos: " Your brand is what people say about you when you are not in the room" Looking through this lens, it makes complete sense that your brand (what people are saying about you) plays an ENORMOUS role in attracting and keeping your dream team. In today's episode, we dig deeper into this topic with Katie McConnell Olson, Founder...

You've probably heard about The Great Quit that's currently happening in today's economy. Employees are quitting their jobs at a scale we've never seen before. And as you know, your all-star employees are your best assets. So with all of this in mind, how do you keep your all-stars on your team? How do you minimize the risk of The Big Quit affecting your business and bottom line? If you're at all...

Are you looking to expand your team and are wondering about how salary will fit into the mix? Is it the true bottom line or is there more to it? If you've asked either of these questions, today's episode was made especially for you! Want to discover a BEVY of other resources for YOU, the small business owner? Check out: Legalucy.com MyPandemicProofBusiness.com ThinkOutsideTheFirm.com Don't miss a...

The typical workplace is forever changed with many teams now distributed across the country - and sometimes around the world. How do you set up your workplace to be as effective as possible in this new normal? What questions should you be asking and what resources should you be considering to bridge the gap from what was to what is (and will be)? If any of these questions have crossed your mind, t...

Are you looking to attract, hire, and retain top-tier employees in 2021 and beyond? Are you looking for some guideposts for future hiring as you set up your business right now? If you answered yes to either question, today's episode was made just for you! Join two members of the Legalucy team as we discuss the ins and outs of today's hiring environment. Want to discover a bevy of other resources f...

Which one of these is your top challenge? It should come as no surprise to you that business owners and hiring managers are facing significant challenges right now in this "seller's market" for employee talent. Join us today as we unpack these issues and offer tools and resources to help you navigate this very specific and unique time. BONUS... even though these challenges are residual effects of...

Welcome to Think Outside the Firm! a podcast for small business owners looking to earn, protect, and attract more money into their business by hiring their DREAM TEAM . In this episode, we dig deeper into what you can expect to hear this Season of Think Outside the Firm. Our mission is to resource you as you build your DREAM TEAM in 2021 and beyond! We look forward to bringing the value each week...

Looking back over 2020, we wanted to wrap up our second season by sharing the most valuable nuggets we've uncovered over these last several months that could both provide insight in to protecting your business as well as some topics to think about as you GROW your business (despite the uniqueness of this year). Both Harmony and Ginny took some time to think about their biggest nuggets of wisdom th...

With so many unknowns and rapidly changing dynamics, sometimes it makes sense as a business owner to talk with a lawyer to make sure you're protected and know all your options. In today's episode, we talk about some specific and timely scenarios in which a lawyer might be very helpful to you, the small business owner. In this week's "Caught Doing Good" Segment, we actually focus on a trend of rapi...

2020 has seemed like the year of "whack-a-mole." We try to solve one problem over here, and something else pops up other there... It may feel like this in your business, as well. Perhaps you solved the problem of moving much of your business online, but that creates another problem... There are SO many laws and regulations around online activity, and while we covered some on a previous episode (S2...

Together, we're ventured into the unknown of doing business during a pandemic. We all have questions about how this season will affect how we do business in the long-term, but in the meantime, this week's episode covers the 7 biggest questions we keep hearing from the small business community. And in this week's Caught Doing Good segment, we're honored to feature Cleo, a company dedicated to solvi...

Do you currently have a lease for your office or retail business? Are you considering opening a business that will need physical space during this time? In this week's episode, we go over some very important and timely considerations such as: - What if you're looking to get out of your lease? What options may you have? - Understanding some very important verbiage in your lease - Some questions to...

If you're considering the launch of your own business during this season, this episode is for you!   We discuss certain industries that may be worth exploring, pose questions every potential business owner should ask themselves, and talk about momentum... among other things!   In this week's "Caught Doing Good" segment, we feature a household name. Even though we typically like to feature small bu...

Have you considered the fact that your business insurance could be a lifeline for you during these times? In this week's episode, we're diving into a lesser-known asset pretty much all businesses have... insurance. And depending on your policy, you may have access to additional resources. Grab your policy and listen to this week's episode to learn more. To discover all of the resources mentioned o...

Are there more sources of funding out there for businesses struggling to get through this pandemic? If you're such a business owner, be encouraged! There are multiple sources of funding available and additional sources come online every month. In this week's episode, Legal Information Guide Steven Davidson walks us through a couple of those options currently available such as the Economic Injury D...

As a small business owner, are you or someone you know considering bankruptcy during the season? if so that's nothing to be ashamed about. And this week's episode we're talking about the different types of bankruptcy options a business owner may have during the season and we also discussed the different protections, options, and forms of flexibility bankruptcy may afford. Though it's a heavy topic...

Are you looking for outside funding during this season? Whether it be relief programs, loans, or even investor funding we've got your back! That's what we're discussing on this week's episode with our own Legal Information Guide, Natalia Navarro. Also, in this week's "Caught Doing Good" we focus on co-host Ginny's hometown, Phoenix, AZ, that's been hard-hit by COVID. The Phoenix Inn, Maricopa Coun...

During the Pandemic, have you moved more of your marketing online? Or are you thinking about bringing more of your marketing online? Either way, this week's episode was made just for you. We discuss the importance of knowing the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) requirements on things like claims you make, avoiding deception, and much more! Looking to read more about these requirements? Visit https...