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The How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Employee to Business OwnerEmployee to Business Owner - what to consider when overcoming the fear and uncertainty of transitioning from employee to business owner. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/571-employee-to-business-owner/ If you've dreamed of leaving your job to start your own business but feel stuck by fear, uncertainty, or financial security, this episode is for you. Henry Lopez shares his personal experience and practical advice on how to successfully transition from employee to business owner. He explores both the emotional and financial challenges of walking away from a steady paycheck, the perceived safety of...2025-06-2328 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Two ResponsibilitiesThe two most essential responsibilities every successful small business owner must embrace: making decisions and accepting personal mistakes. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r245-two-responsibilities/ While the list of responsibilities is long for any entrepreneur, these two are foundational to the success of a small business owner or entrepreneur. On this episode of The How of Business podcast, Henry Lopez shares personal insights and experiences to help aspiring and current business owners understand why the courage to decide, and the humility to own up to missteps, are traits that separate doers...2025-06-0211 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Focus Without Burnout with Skye WatersonFocus Without Burnout: Smarter Strategies for Entrepreneurs. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/567-skye-waterson-focus-without-burnout/ In this episode of The How of Business, host Henry Lopez is joined by ADHD strategist and coach Skye Waterson to explore powerful strategies for entrepreneurs who struggle with focus, burnout, or executive dysfunction. Skye and Henry break down how to work with your brain instead of against it, using tools like time blocking, effective delegation, and Skye’s free “focus filter” to bring clarity and momentum to your workweek. Henry and Skye also discuss why findin...2025-05-1941 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Good Debt Bad DebtGood Debt Bad Debt: How to Borrow Strategically in Business. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/566-good-debt-bad-debt/ In this episode of The How of Business, host Henry Lopez reframes how small business owners think about debt. While consumer debt is often harmful and emotionally charged, Henry makes the case that strategic borrowing, or good debt, can be an essential growth tool for entrepreneurs. Henry walks through key differences between personal and business debt, outlines how to identify smart uses of debt (like funding revenue-generating assets or covering working capital gaps), and warns...2025-05-1220 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Small Business SystemsThe essentials of Small Business Systems with host Henry Lopez. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r242-small-business-systems/ Building a self-managed business starts with solid systems. In this short solo episode of The How of Business, Henry Lopez shares practical advice on how to develop, implement, and improve the systems that help small businesses scale, delegate, and operate consistently. Whether you're just starting out or need to escape the chaos of doing everything yourself, this episode is your roadmap to operational freedom. This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The...2025-04-2814 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Skills for SuccessWhat are the essential Skills for Success in small business and life? Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/562-skills-for-success/ In this episode, Henry Lopez and guest co-host David Begin break down the critical skills and traits that lead to long-term success. From self-discipline to curiosity, they explore practical insights to help entrepreneurs and professionals thrive. Henry and David discuss the key skills and personal traits that they’ve observed in successful business owners and leaders. Drawing from personal experiences and coaching insights, they share lessons on resilience, adaptability, and leadership. Ep...2025-03-2458 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.4 Franchise BenefitsIf you are considering a franchise business, then look for the 4 Franchise Benefits. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/560-4-franchise-benefits/ Henry Lopez breaks down four key benefits a franchise should offer to ensure success. From proven systems to strong branding, this episode explores what to look for when evaluating a franchise opportunity. In this episode of The How of Business, Henry Lopez shares insights from his years of franchise ownership and consulting to highlight four essential benefits of franchising. Whether you're exploring a new franchise or evaluating an opportunity, this episode...2025-03-1118 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.High-Performance Teams with Vicky BrownBuilding and sustaining a high-performance team is critical for small business success. High-Performance Teams with Vicky Brown, founder of Idomeneo Enterprises, an HR consultancy that helps business owners develop strong, engaged teams. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/557-vicky-brown-high-performance-teams/ In this episode, Henry Lopez talks with Vicky Brown, founder of Idomeneo Enterprises, an HR consultancy that helps business owners develop strong, engaged teams. Vicky shares strategies for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent, along with insights from her entrepreneurial journey. Vicky Brown is a business leader, HR consultant...2025-02-2448 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Outsourcing Your Back Office with Dida CliftonOutsourcing your back-office operations with Dida Clifton, founder and CEO of The Office Squad. She shares how outsourcing key operational tasks can free up time for small business owners to focus on growth. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/558-dida-clifton-outsourcing-back-office/ In this episode of The How of Business, Henry Lopez welcomes Dida Clifton, the founder and CEO of The Office Squad. They discuss how small businesses can improve efficiency by outsourcing back-office operations, Dida’s military-inspired approach to structure and processes, and the impact of delegating bookkeeping and administrative tasks. Dida Clifton is...2025-02-2427 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Buy the Right Business with David BarnettDavid shares expert insights into buying and selling small businesses, highlighting why acquiring an existing business can be faster, easier, and less risky than starting from scratch. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/556-david-barnett-buy-right-business/ Thinking about buying a business but unsure where to start? In this episode, David Barnett, business consultant, author, and expert in small business acquisitions, joins Henry Lopez to share practical strategies for buying and selling businesses successfully. David explains why acquiring an existing business is often faster, easier, and less risky than starting from scratch, how to find...2025-02-1752 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Veteran-Owned Wagyu Beef BusinessGrowing a Veteran-owned Wagyu Beef Business, KC Cattle Company, with founder Patrick Montgomery. Patrick highlights his journey from military service to entrepreneurship and how he leveraged public relations with Megan Bennett to grow his premium brand while overcoming challenges and embracing adaptability. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/552-wagyu-business-patrick-montgomery/ From Army Ranger to Wagyu Entrepreneur: Patrick Montgomery’s Journey Join host Henry Lopez as he welcomes Megan Bennett, a public relations expert from Light Years Ahead, and Patrick Montgomery, the founder and CEO of KC Cattle Company, to The How of Business po...2025-01-2744 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Human Resources with Claudia St. JohnSmall Business Human Resources management with Claudia St. John. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/549-claudia-st-john-human-resources/ Are you struggling with hiring, retaining top talent, or building a positive workplace culture? On this episode Henry Lopez is joined by HR expert Claudia St. John, founder and CEO of The Workplace Advisors. Claudia shares insights and tips on Small Business Human Resource management, including: The secrets to attracting and retaining the right employees in a tight labor market. How flexibility and growth opportunities are reshaping employee expectations. The critical...2025-01-0649 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Strategic Planning for Small Business How to create a Strategic Plan for your small business. Use a Strategic Plan to set your goals, objectives and initiatives for your small business. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r504-strategic-planning/ In this episode of The How of Business, host Henry Lopez dives into annual strategic planning - a critical tool for small business owners to achieve growth and long-term success. Strategic planning helps you align your goals, allocate resources efficiently, and create a clear action plan for the year ahead. Here’s what you’ll learn in this...2024-12-1128 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Top 10 Productivity Tools Henry’s Top 10 Personal & Business Productivity Tools. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/544-top-10-productivity-tools/ In this episode of The How of Business, host Henry Lopez shares his current top 10 productivity tools that help him stay organized and efficient as a small business owner and business coach. These essential tools form the foundation of his daily operations, from using Outlook to manage all scheduling, to creating visuals with Canva, and simplifying client bookings with Calendly. Henry explains why he relies on ChatGPT for content creation, how Zapier automates repetitive tasks, an...2024-11-0409 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.The 1-3-1 Problem Solving Method 1-3-1 Problem Solving Method, a simple yet effective approach to empower your team to independently tackle and solve problems in your small business. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/542-employee-on-boarding/ **Episode Summary: The 1-3-1 Problem Solving Method for Small Business Owners** Co-hosts Henry Lopez and David Begin introduce the 1-3-1 Problem Solving Method, a simple yet effective approach to empower your team to independently tackle challenges. This method encourages critical thinking, autonomy, and proactive problem-solving by guiding team members to define a problem, brainstorm three possible solutions...2024-10-2837 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Six Stages of Successful Employee On-Boarding The 6 Stages of Successful Employee On-Boarding for small businesses. How to create an effective on-boarding process that sets new hires and contractors up for long-term success. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/542-employee-on-boarding/ Go to the Show Notes to download the free Employee On-Boarding Guide. In this episode of The How of Business podcast, Henry Lopez dives deep into the essential strategies for creating a robust employee onboarding process tailored for small business owners. Employee onboarding is not just about the first day - it’s about setting new hires, in...2024-10-2116 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Navigating Growth with Garrett Delph Navigating growth while minimizing chaos in your small business, with entrepreneur Garrett Delph. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/541-garrett-delph-navigating-growth/ In this episode of The How of Business, Henry Lopez chats with serial entrepreneur Garrett Delph about how to navigate growth while minimizing chaos in your small business. Garrett shares his insights on streamlining operations, defining roles, and building a culture that fosters employee retention and sustainable growth. Learn how to scale your business without letting chaos take over! Garrett Delph advises that minimizing chaos in a small business requires...2024-10-1448 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Small Business Success Requires Personal Sacrifice Achieving small business success requires personal sacrifice. What are you willing to sacrifice to launch and grow your small business? Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r239-personal-sacrifice/ This is a re-release of Episode 239 of The How of Business podcast with additional new content and edits. Outline of this episode on the personal sacrifices required to achieve small business success: Definition and Meaning of Sacrifice: Henry Lopez, host of The How of Business podcast, defines "sacrifice" in the context of small business success: Sacrifice is defined as the destruction or...2024-09-3010 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Is Your Small Business Scalable? Is your small business Scalable? How do you know if you are ready to scale, and how do you grow your business to the next level? Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/539-is-your-business-scalable/ How and when do you plan to scale? Particularly, when will you be able to scale past just yourself? On a previous episode of The How of Business podcast, episode 532, Henry Lopez addressed the higher-level question: Is Your Business Model Broken? How can you tell, and how do you fix it? A strong and healthy business model...2024-09-2322 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Is Your Small Business Profitable? Is your small business profitable, and is the business consistently and sufficiently profitable? Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/537-profitable-small-business/ And if you’ve not started your business yet, when do you plan to be profitable? On a previous episode of The How of Business podcast, episode 532, Henry Lopez addresses higher-level question: Is Your Business Model Broken? How can you tell, and how do you fix it? A strong and healthy business model supports a business that is consistently profitable, can scale and remains competitive. On this episode He...2024-09-0922 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Before You Spend on Marketing... You need a Marketing Strategy before you spend on marketing or advertisement for your small business. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/534-before-you-spend-on-marketing/ Henry Lopez, host of The How of Business podcast for small business, shares his tips and guidance on how to develop an effective marketing strategy before you spend any money, or any more money, on marketing or advertisement. The primary goal of marketing is to generate interest in a company's products or services, attract new customers, retain existing ones, and ultimately drive sales and profitability. Marketing helps businesses understand...2024-08-1920 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Travel Consulting Business with Pam Lopez Experiences and insights from operating her successful Travel Consulting small business and working with her spouse and other family members in a small business. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/533-pam-lopez-travel-consulting/ Pamela Lopez is a small business owner, and her latest business venture is L3 Destination, a custom travel consulting business she started in 2014. Over the past 10 years Pam has successfully helped her travel clients to create custom voyages around the world. From European trips to adventures in Alaska and Antarctica, and Crises to all parts of the world – Pam has helped hu...2024-08-1248 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Is Your Business Model Broken?Is Your Small Business Model Broken? Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/532-broken-business-model/ Is your small business model broken? How can you tell, and how do you fix it? And what do I mean by a Business Model? The Business Idea is WHAT you do, and the Business Model is HOW you do it. And how you do it must result in profits and the ability to scale. A strong and healthy business model supports a small business that is consistently profitable and that can scale. How do...2024-08-0520 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Complex Decision MakingHow to make Complex Decisions in your small business. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/530-complex-decision-making/ Learn more about Complex Decision Making with co-hosts Henry Lopez and David Begin. How do you make those critical or complex decisions that significantly impact the success of your business and your life? Henry and David dive deeper into the topic of Complex Decision Making. They explored everyday Decision Making on episode 526, and on this episode, they share their techniques and recommended method for complex decision making. Small Business Owners must make...2024-07-2256 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Decision MakingEmbracing and improving decision making for small business owners, with hosts Henry Lopez and David Begin. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/526-decision-making/ As the business owner, you, and perhaps your partners, must make all the important decisions. You can’t push it up the ladder to your boss or ask a committee to come up with a consensus opinion. How do we avoid Decision Paralysis and make the big decisions necessary to start, and then continue to run and grow a successful small business? Small business owners must make decisions. Big de...2024-06-2444 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Top 5 Reasons Small Businesses FailTop 5 Reasons Small Businesses Fail with host Henry Lopez. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/524-5-reasons-businesses-fail/ Top 5 Reasons Small Businesses Fail – Is your Business Model Broken? This Top 5 Reasons Small Businesses Fail list is based on Henry's experiences as a business owner and business coach and available research and studies. Businesses can fail for any number of reasons, and often for a combination of reasons. Sometimes it may be out of our control but mostly it’s due to “operator error”. It’s because we either have a flawed business m...2024-06-1023 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Fixing vs. Solving ProblemsFixing vs Solving Small Business Problems - how to identify and resolve the root cause of problems in your business, instead of just fixing the symptoms. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r200-fixing-vs-solving-problems/ This is a re-release of Episode 200 of The How of Business podcast with additional new content and edits. On this episode, Henry Lopez and co-host David Begin discus the importance (and how to) of addressing root cause problems rather than just fixing symptoms - and why this is crucial for the long-term success and sustainability of your small...2024-03-2528 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.7 Start-Up MistakesTop 7 Small Business Start-Up Mistakes and how to avoid them and launch a successful business, with Henry Lopez. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/510-7-startup-mistakes/ How to identify and avoid or minimize some of the most common small business start-up mistakes. Henry shares his top 7 common small business mistakes to avoid, so that you can start and grow a successful and profitable business. Top 7 Small Business Start-Up Mistakes: 7. Poor Research and Planning. 6. Bad Partners and Hiring the Wrong Team. 5. Starting Too Big and not following the MVP o...2024-02-1922 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Finding Your IdentityFinding your identity is your path to finding personal and small business success. Hosts Henry Lopez and David Begin discuss how to find your multidimensional identity. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/509-finding-your-identity/ Is your personal identity predominantly based on being the Small Business Hero or the Successful Serial Entrepreneur? Have you realized how this identity may actually be holding you back? Hampering you from achieving true success in your personal life and your entrepreneurial journey. Henry Lopez and David Begin share their experiences and tips on how...2024-02-1250 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Budgeting Fundamentals for Small BusinessLearn the fundamentals of budgeting for small business. How to create an operating expense budget for your small business, with host Henry Lopez. Show Notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/506-budgeting-fundamentals-small-business/ Why should you create an operating budget, and how to create an annual budget that helps you maximize profitability. Henry shares some best practices and tips and the key steps to create a small business operating budget. Creating an annual budget is a crucial exercise for small business owners, as it provides a financial roadmap for the year ahead. Here a...2024-01-2225 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Annual Strategic Plan for Small BusinessHow to create an Annual Strategic Plan for your small business, with host Henry Lopez. Why you should create a strategic plan at the start of the new year and how to do so. Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/504-annual-strategic-plan/ Henry shares best practices and tips and walks through the 10 steps to create your strategic plan – giving you a clear strategy and actionable plan to help you achieve continued success with your small business this year. Visit the Show Notes page for this episode to get the free Strategic Action Plan Out...2024-01-0829 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Small Business Success Highlights Pt 2Business owners share their Small Business Success Highlights, and host Henry Lopez shares popular resources from The How of Business. Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/502-business-success-highlights-pt2/ On this special episode Henry Lopez (Serial Entrepreneur, Business Coach, and Host of The How of Business podcast) shares some information about The How of Business podcast and popular resources to help you start, run and grow your small business - including top book recommendations and most popular episodes from the past year. He also features a few of his small business coaching clients as t...2023-12-1829 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Business Success HighlightsFeatured business owners share their Small Business Success Highlights, and host Henry Lopez shares popular resources from The How of Business. Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/500-business-success-highlights/ On this special episode Henry Lopez (Serial Entrepreneur, Business Coach, and Host of The How of Business podcast) shares some information about The How of Business podcast and popular resources (including Top Downloads and Trusted Service Partners) to help you start, run and grow your small business. He also features a few of his small business coaching clients as they share their small business...2023-12-0427 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Pricing Fundamentals for Small BusinessHow to price your product or service. Henry Lopez shares the fundamentals of pricing your products or services to operate a profitable small business. Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/498-pricing-fundamentals/ Downloads available on the show notes page: Pricing Fundamentals for Small Business Owners Priceless BizNotes How do you price your product or service to find that balance between what your target market will pay and what you need to charge to make a profit? On this episode of The How of Business podcast for small business owners, Henry Lopez...2023-11-1330 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.5 Reasons You're Causing Chaos5 Reasons You're Causing Chaos in your small business with Henry Lopez. To avoid or fix a chaotic business environment requires multiple approaches, but perhaps nothing is more important than asking ourselves (and perhaps our partners and leaders) if we are the primary cause of the chaos. Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/496-5-reasons-you-are-causing-chaos/ Reducing chaos and fostering a more organized and efficient environment within a small business can significantly contribute to its success and make it a significantly more enjoyable business to be a part of. We are not referring to...2023-10-3020 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Listener Q&A - Small Business OperationsListener Q&A - Small Business Operations: Henry Lopez answers listener's small business questions related to small business operations. Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/491-small-business-operations/ This is a special Listener Small Business Question & Answer episode! We have gathered some of the great questions our listeners have submitted related to the on-going operations of a small business through the Listener Survey, and Henry answers these questions on this episode of the How of Business podcast. This group of questions are about the operations of a business, from what it means to create p...2023-09-2537 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Franchise Side HustleFranchise Side Hustle with The Franchise Guide, Giuseppe Grammatico, and host Henry Lopez. They discuss and share how you can create a safety-net for your job by investing in a side hustle franchise small business. Show note page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/485-giuseppe-grammatico-franchise-side-hustle/ How can you keep your job and own a small franchise small business on the side? Whether you are concerned about potentially losing your job, or not having enough saved to retire, learn more about how other corporate employees at all levels are investing in a side-hustle franchise business. 2023-08-1450 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.AI & ChatGPT Intro for Small Business OwnersArtificial Intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT Introduction and Fundamentals for Small Business Owners. Henry Lopez, host of The How of Business podcast, has recently been focusing on AI from a business owner’s perspective – learning how it’s currently being used and what the future applications may be. AI will continue to change how we do business. Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/484-ai-chatgpt-introduction/ Whether on purpose or not, you are like already using AI to help you run your small business. As a small business owner, you don’t need to know all the technical...2023-08-0724 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Small Business Questions & AnswersHenry Lopez answers listener's small business questions. We have gathered some of the great questions our listeners have submitted through the podcast Listener Survey, and Henry answers these questions on this episode of the How of Business podcast. The questions: [1:35] - How to estimate overhead cost and operation cost when starting a business with no prior experience. [7:07] - How do you know when and how to prepare for hiring your first assistant/virtual assistant/employee to support a solopreneur? [12:25] - How does a startup craft a 3-year P&L that doesn't le...2023-07-3131 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.How to Create Your LLC or CorporationHow to create your small business LLC or Corporation with host Henry Lopez. What is a legal business entity, why do you need one and how do you create it? Creating and operating your small business under a legal entity, like an LLC or Corporation, can provide you with the best liability protection and tax advantage. On this episode Henry shares information about what is a legal entity, why you need one, and how to create and maintain your small business entity. Visit the show notes page for this episode to download the free Entity Creation Checklist....2023-07-1031 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Employee Performance ManagementEmployee Performance Management for small business owners with Henry Lopez and David Begin. David and Henry share their thoughts, opinions, experiences, and tools to help you with Employee Performance Management for your small business. Why is Employee Performance Management important for small business owners? Small businesses often operate with limited resources, which makes employee performance management crucial to their success. By ensuring that staff members understand their responsibilities and have the necessary skills and support to perform their jobs well, small businesses can drive productivity and increase profitability. This episode explores the importance of clearly defining expectations and standards...2023-06-1252 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Prepare for Successful Small Business Partnership How to prepare for a successful small business partnership including the Business Partnership Checklist. Henry Lopez, serial entrepreneur, and host of The How of Business podcast, shares his experiences and tips for a successful partnership. This episode is about preparing for a successful Small Business Partnership. If you are considering going into a business partnership, where you and one or more people are going to own and be involved in your business, then this episode is for you. Business Partnerships can be extremely powerful and successful, but they can also create problems you may not even be thinking about...2023-03-2725 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Attention-to-Detail SkillsHow and why you and your team should develop your attention-to-detail skills with host Henry Lopez. Henry, Serial Entrepreneur and host of The How of Business podcast, shares his thoughts, opinions and experiences related to improving your “Attention to Detail” skills, and helping your team improve their attention to detail as well. Strong attention to detail is critical to becoming a successful small business owner and operating a successful company. In your small business, it can improve productivity, help to catch mistakes, and lead to higher quality work. It will also help you notice things that you might have other...2023-01-3022 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Six Small Business Startup MythsSix common Small Business Startup Myths discussed and debunked by Henry Lopez and David Begin. These 6 myths can hold you back or mislead you as to the real challenges and opportunities related to starting your first small business. Serial entrepreneurs Henry and David share their insights, experiences and tips to help you demystify common myths and misconceptions about business startups. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs. Find the podcast, resources an...2022-10-0348 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Small Business Ownership Readiness AssessmentDetermine how ready you are to start your first small business with this Small Business Ownership Readiness Assessment. Henry Lopez shares his thoughts and experiences, and the free Business Ownership Readiness Assessment tool, to help you determine if you are ready to launch your first small business. And it’s not a matter of IF you will start your first business, but when. If you are considering starting your first business, and you want to learn more about what is required to greatly improve your probability of success, and you want to determine how ready you are to start yo...2022-09-1936 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Small Business CultureHow to develop and maintain a successful culture, and how can it help us grow a small business. What are the benefits of developing a great culture in our small businesses, and how do we establish and nurture our company culture? Host Henry Lopez is joined by David Begin and Matt Brunk to discuss how to establish and maintain a great culture in our small business. They also introduce the 5 Elements of great Culture. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Bu...2022-08-2257 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Deep Work to Grow Your Small BusinessHow to perform in a state of distraction-free concentration that pushes your cognitive [thinking, reasoning, or remembering] capabilities to their limit. These efforts create new value, improve your skill, and allow you to do deep work to grow your small business. David Begin and Henry Lopez discuss the practice and habit of concentrated time blocks of focused work, which is critical to completing valuable work and yet becoming increasingly rare in our current lives. You may call this Time Blocking, or Time Boxing, although it’s not just about time management. You may also refer to it as Focus Ti...2022-08-0856 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Sales Fundamentals for Small Business OwnersThe fundamentals of effective sales for small business owners, with host Henry Lopez. Henry shares his experiences and thoughts, and walks through the typical sales process, to help you overcome the fear of sales or to improve your sales skills. From the common misconceptions about sales, to a detailed process for improving your sales efforts, this episode covers the fundamentals of selling for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for sma...2022-07-1155 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Overcoming Decision ParalysisHow to overcome decision paralysis to start and grow your small business, with Henry Lopez and David Begin. Decision Paralysis is the fear of making that final decision, either to start a business or make a significant change in your current small business, that paralyzes us and we either make no decision or delay so long we miss the opportunity. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs.2022-05-2346 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Collaborative Creativity and Leading High-Performing TeamsCollaborative Creativity and leading High-Performing Teams to launch and grow a small business. Henry Lopez and David Begin discuss the topic of Collaborative Creativity and leading high-performing teams. Collaborative Creativity is the process of working with others to accomplish a shared goal in an innovative way. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs.2022-04-0444 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Email MarketingEmail Marketing to help you grow your small business. Henry Lopez shares tips and best practices for effective email marketing as an integral part of your overall marketing efforts. From how to build your email list, to tips on formatting an effective email message, this episode covers all you need to know to get you started with email marketing and to improve your current email marketing methods. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small bus...2022-03-2840 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Funding Your Small BusinessFunding options for your small business startup with Henry Lopez. Exploring the fundamentals of small business funding. It costs money to start a business, so where will that money come from? From your personal resources to seeking investors or bank loans, Henry provides an overview of the most common sources of money to start your first business. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2022-01-3144 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Profit & Loss and CashAre you making or losing money in your small business and where is all your cash? Advanced Profit & Loss Statement (P&L) concepts and how to monitor the cash in your small business, with serial entrepreneur Henry Lopez. Additional concepts, tips and thoughts on using your financial statements to help you run and grow your small business. Let’s go a bit deeper into the Profit & Loss Statement, and the basics of the Cashflow Statement. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedi...2022-01-2427 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Podcasting with Mark HaywardStart your own podcast show (starting at 17:00) with entrepreneur and podcaster Mark Hayward. We also briefly explore Mark's entrepreneurial journey and what led him to launch his own podcast Mark Hayward and Henry Lopez share their tips and experiences related to starting your own podcast. If you have been planning to start your own podcast show then this episode is for you. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs.2021-11-1554 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Managing Hourly-Wage EmployeesManaging Hourly-Wage Employees - how to effectively manage and lead hourly or minimum wage employees. This can be a challenge for those of us who transition from a corporate or professional environment and are faced with hiring and managing hourly-wage employees. On this episode, David Begin and Henry Lopez - both experienced entrepreneurs - explore this topic, share their own challenge, and some practical tips and advice on how to do it better. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is...2021-10-1146 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Overcoming Perfectionism with Audrey HolstOvercoming perfectionism to help you grow your small business with Audrey Holst. As a lifelong recovering perfectionist himself, Henry Lopez - host of The How of Business podcast - is fully aware of the challenges of being a business owner and a perfectionist. Audrey Holst focuses on helping small business owners and entrepreneurs to stop micromanaging their lives with perfectionism so they can start living. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and en...2021-09-2747 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Selling iTopItSelling iTopIt with Henry & David - why and how we sold our iTopIt frozen yogurt shop, after 10 years of profitable operations. Co-owners and business partners Henry Lopez and David Begin discuss the origins of this small business, what they did well and what could have been improved, and why they decided to sell this profitable business. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business.2021-08-0957 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.ReferralsHow to get more referrals, including when and how to ask for them, to grow your small business with serial entrepreneur Henry Lopez. Henry focuses on the topic of small business Referrals. Why are they so critical to the growth of your small business, how to ask for referrals, and how to encourage your best clients and customers to refer you to their friends and family. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business.2021-08-0230 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Business PlansHow to create an effective small business plan to help you develop and launch your small business with Henry Lopez. Do you need a business plan? What should you include in the plan? Who is your business plan for? How do you go about completing a small business plan? A business plan is a document that organizes and explains your plans for a new business. A good business plan not only helps you focus on the specific steps necessary to make business ideas succeed, but it also helps you achieve short-term and long-term objectives. It also helps...2021-07-2638 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Your Elevator PitchHow to create an effective Elevator Pitch to help you grow your small business, with Henry Lopez. Every business owner should have an Elevator Pitch – a brief but effective answer to the question, What do you do? Or, Tell me about your business. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2021-05-2429 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Marketing Plan OverviewMarketing Planning to help you launch and grow your small business. Why do you need a small business Marketing plan and what it should include? Henry Lopez shares a high-level process for creating and executing on an effective marketing plan for your small business. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2021-04-2639 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Conscious Synchronicity with Joan SotkinMoments of serendipity or convenient coincidence to help you grow your life and small business. Joan Sotkin and Henry Lopez chat about Conscious Synchronicity. How to control your fears, and get more from the opportunities that are presented to you in life. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2021-02-1544 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.4 Reasons to DelegateDelegate to facilitate the growth of your business, leverage the great ideas and skills of others, develop your team, be able to take time off from the business, and be able to sell your small business. Henry Lopez shares insights on why you should learn to delegate, and tools to help you do so effectively. Download the free Delegation Worksheet, and the 4 Reasons to Get Better at Delegating. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run and gr...2021-02-0827 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Client Experience Automation with Gordon HenryClient Experience Automation (starting at 12:30) - everything from Customer Relationship Management platforms to online billing and payment solutions, to online reputation management – to help us grow our small businesses with Gordon Henry. Gordon also shares his entrepreneur and corporate career journey, and insights on the need for small businesses to always be ready and willing to pivot or adjust. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2021-02-0851 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Exceptional Customer Service with Dr. Kelly HenryDelivering Exceptional Customer service to grow your small business with Dr. Kelly Henry. Dr. Henry shares his experiences and tips on how to Define and Delivery Exceptional Customer Service. He is the author of "Define and Deliver Exceptional Customer Service." Dr. Henry is a retired chiropractor turned consultant and coach. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2021-01-2547 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Niche Down to Grow Your Small BusinessFocus on your most profitable offerings and narrow your geography to help you grow your small business. Henry Lopez shares the benefits of Niching Down the focus of your business to help you grow faster. Narrowing your focus and offering allows you to better leverage your limited resources to help grow your business faster, particularly in the early phases of your start-up. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2021-01-1818 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.E-Leap – Entrepreneur Nightmare or DreamA glimpse of Entrepreneurship - possible dream or the unfortunate nightmare. Before you take the leap of entrepreneurship, glimpse into what the future may be like for you. This is the third in a special series of episodes related to the Entrepreneurial Leap – focused on helping you determine if you have what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur. This content is inspired by the book “Entrepreneurial Leap” by Gino Wickman, and Henry Lopez’ experiences as an entrepreneur and business coach. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How...2021-01-1324 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.E-Leap – The Right Business for YouHow to Find the Right Business for You - considering the Industry, Business Type, and Size of Business. This is the second in a special series of episodes related to the Entrepreneurial Leap – focused on helping you determine if you have what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur. This content is inspired by the book “Entrepreneurial Leap” by Gino Wickman, and Henry Lopez’ experiences as an entrepreneur and business coach. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business podcast show – dedicated to helping you start, run...2021-01-0621 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Overcoming OverwhelmStart smaller to help with overcoming the overwhelm that leads to paralysis and keeps you from launching your first small business. Henry Lopez, host of The How of Business podcast, shares his insights, experiences and tips to help you overcome the seemingly overwhelming process of starting your first business. By starting with a Lean Canvas approach to planning, and the MVP approach to launching, you are more likely to get started and achieve early successes that can lead to a successful long-term small business. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of...2020-10-2622 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Remarkable Customer Service (rerun)(rerun) How to deliver Remarkable Customer Service at your Small Business. It starts with the business owner & requires dedication and a culture focused on customers. Henry Lopez and David Begin define Remarkable Customer Service on this episode of The How of Business podcast, share tips and techniques for delivering it consistently, and the challenges faced by most small businesses on this topic. This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business owners...2020-09-2335 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Ready to Be Your Own Boss?(rerun) How ready are you to start your first small business? Henry Lopez & David Begin discuss what motivated them to transition from successful corporate careers to business ownership, and what it takes to launch your first small business. This is an edited rerun of episode 1 of the podcast. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2020-06-0136 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Ideation (rerun)(rerun) How to develop ideas for a new small business, and to help you grow your small business. How do you come up with new business ideas? Henry Lopez & David Begin also discuss the role of creativity in the ideation process. This is an edited rerun of episode 4 of the podcast. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2020-05-1840 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Tough Conversations with David WoodHow to have the Tough Conversations that help you grow both personally and your small business with David Wood and Henry Lopez. David shares his personal story and he introduces the Tough Conversations Blueprint and Worksheet. David believes that the tough conversations we avoid, are our doorways to confidence, success, and love. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2020-05-1145 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.COVID-19 Info for Business OwnersCoronavirus info and discussion for Small Business Owners with Henry Lopez and David Begin. Basic information to help you deal with the COVID-19 impact on your small business, including some facts, resources, examples and ideas on how to deal with and prepare for the impact of the corona virus pandemic on your small business. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2020-03-2352 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Show Recap with Henry LopezShow recap - The How of Business Podcast Show Recap with Henry Lopez. Henry commemorates the 300th episode of the podcast including highlights, popular episodes, business book recommendations, free downloads, and other resources for small business owners. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2020-03-1622 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.SCORE of Dallas with Laura ButlerIntro to SCORE of Dallas. SCORE helps small business people through mentoring and training. Volunteer Mentors leverage decades of experience in a variety of business disciplines and industries. SCORE’s mentoring services are free! The Dallas chapter of SCORE serves 11 counties in the Dallas and North Texas Metroplex and Lubbock, Texas. In this episode Laura Butler and Henry Lopez introduce SCORE and resources offered, including one-on-one mentoring, group workshops and online resources and tools. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to help...2020-03-0418 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Goal Setting & Time ManagementGoal Setting, Time Management, & Productivity Hacks to help you succeed. Henry Lopez, and his expert guests, share insights and practical tips on how to set effective goals, manage your time, and become more productive so that you can develop yourself and grow your small business. In this episode, Henry includes highlights from conversations with David Begin, Dawn Shannon, Kris Ward and Chris Bello. Show notes page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/288-goal-setting-time-management/ Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping yo...2020-01-0633 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.We Sold the Car Wash BusinessSelling our car wash business with Henry Lopez & David Begin. Henry and David announce and discuss the recent sale of the highly successful exterior-express car wash business, Wild Blue Carwash, with three locations in Colorado. They share highlights of how and why they decided to sell this small business, the emotions associated with the sale, the process they followed, and what's next for each of them. Henry Lopez and David Begin are the hosts of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2019-09-2354 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.How to Buy a Small Business with David BarnettHow to buy a successful small business with David Barnett and Henry Lopez. Henry and David share tips and advice on how to buy a profitable existing small business. David explains how to approach buying a business from the perspective and mindset of an investor. Henry and David also discuss building versus buying, how to find the right business for you, and some common mistakes people make when buying a small business. Download the free “6 Stupid Things People Do When Trying to Buy a Small Business” guide, and join us for a free Webinar. Henry Lopez is a se...2019-09-2343 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Firing an EmployeeHow to fire an employee in your small business the right way with Henry Lopez. Henry shares a recommended process and approach for firing or terminating a poor performing employee. The process should include a verbal documented warning, one or more written warnings with specific guidance, a possible suspension without pay, and then a firing the employee. Keeping a bad employee too long usually has a detrimental impact on our small business culture. Be sure to get the advice of an employment attorney before applying any of these practices. Henry also offers a free down of a sample Corrective...2019-09-0923 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Stress-Free Small Business with Joan SotkinStress-Free Small Business Ownership with Joan Sotkin. Joan is an entrepreneur, coach, speaker, author and podcaster, and Henry Lopez discuss the topic of stress as it related to small business ownership. What are the sources of stress? What are the effects on us physically and emotionally? Joan explains that there is nothing wrong with us that needs fixing, we have just developed bad habit. She explains how to begin to change old habits and develop new healthy habits that help us reduce or eliminate much of the bad stress in our lives. Joan also explains the importance of setting...2019-09-0931 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Dealing with OverwhelmDealing with and managing overwhelm as you start and grow your small business. David Begin and Henry Lopez shares their thoughts and experiences, and practical tips, on how to manage stress and avoid being overwhelmed and paralyzed. What causes overwhelm? What happens to us when we are overwhelmed? How do you effectively manage stress and overwhelm? Henry and David share their experience and advice to help you answer these questions, so that you can achieve your most important small business goals. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and gr...2019-07-2940 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Is a Franchise Right for You?Is a Franchise Business the right fit for you? Henry Lopez and Sara Waskow, a Franchise Specialist and owner of FranNet DFW, introduce the franchise business model, explore common myths and misconceptions about franchising, and discuss the common characteristics and skills of successful small business franchise owners. Visit the show notes page for the free "6 Franchise Myths" document to learn more. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2019-07-0835 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Business Partnerships with Henry & DavidWhat makes for a great partnership in small business? Henry and David share their thoughts and opinions on how and why they have chosen to partner on their various small business ventures. Trust and respect are at the core of a successful small business partnerships, and an upfront understanding of the differences between a partner and an investor are also critical. Are you best suited to work in a partnership, or by yourself? Henry and David help you answer this important question as they discuss partnerships in this episode. Be sure to download the free Business Partnership Checklist to...2019-07-0130 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Facebook Ads Essentials with Henry Lopez & Adam KirkFacebook advertisement essentials for small business owners, with Henry Lopez and Adam Kirk. Before spending lots of money advertising on Facebook, Henry and Adam share five things to consider to get the best results. The five things to consider are: 1) Who is your target customer or avatar? 2) Understand Cold, Warm and Hot traffic or audiences, 3) Use Lead Magnets, 4) Start small, test and measure, 5) Learn and get help from an expert. Henry's co-host for this episode is Adam Kirk, the founder of Oostas. Oostas focuses on helping small business owners with website development, social media management, and SEO. ...2019-05-1325 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.245: Two ResponsibilitiesMaking Decisions and Accepting Personal Mistakes - two responsibilities small business owners must embrace, with Henry Lopez. Henry shares his thoughts and advice on two of the most important responsibilities small business owners and entrepreneurs must accept and embrace. As a successful small business owner, you will be the person responsible for making all of the big decision. Making mistakes comes with making lots of important decisions. It's equally important to develop the confidence to learn from your mistakes and move forward, instead of being paralyzed by the fear of make the wrong choice. Henry Lopez is...2019-04-2211 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Systems with Henry LopezBusiness Systems – developing, implementing and executing on the systems we need to run and grow our small businesses. If you are an existing small business owner, then this episode will help you assess where you are and what you need to improve. If you are planning to start your first business, then this episode will help to prepare you for building your business the right way from the start. Systems can include software tools and the related processes, policies and procedures that document who, how, when and where we produce and deliver a product or service. But an effective sm...2019-04-0814 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Personal Sacrifice with Henry LopezSacrifice - what are you willing to personally sacrifice to become your own boss and start your first business? If you are already in business, what are you willing to sacrifice further to grow it? Henry Lopez shares his thoughts on the kind of sacrifices that, based on his entrepreneurship experience, you have to be willing to make in order to succeed as a small business owner - particularly when launching your first business. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to he...2019-03-2510 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Evaluating a Franchise with Henry LopezFranchising - 3 critical franchise benefits and common misconceptions with franchising. Henry shares his insights and advice on franchising, including the 3 critical benefits to consider when selecting a franchise business and some of the common misconceptions. He also addresses Franchise Fees, and the invaluable benefit of a strong franchisee network. Many people believe franchising is risk-free, but the reality is that you are not assured success just because you go with a franchise. The key is to properly evaluate a franchisor, and to get the help you need up-front (from a Franchise Broker and/or a Business Coach) before you...2019-03-1118 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Personal Productivity with Henry LopezSystems & tools to stay organized and productive as a small business owner with Henry Lopez. Henry shares his thoughts and tips on personal productivity, including the systems and tools he uses to stay organized and on task. To achieve success as an entrepreneur, you must stay organized and highly productive. The key is to find the tools and systems that work for you, and then use them consistently. Then evolve your system for organization over time to continue improving your personal productivity. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur and the host of this episode of The How...2019-02-1816 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Financial Review with Henry LopezFinancial Review for your small business. Henry Lopez shares his insights and actionable tips for conducting a Financial Review of your small business. Henry explains the importance of knowing the financial metrics of your small business, and how to review your Profit & Loss Statement for potential issues and trends. Henry Lopez is the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2019-01-1418 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Goal Setting with Henry LopezGoal Setting with Henry Lopez. Henry shares his insights and actionable tips for goal setting, to help you achieve more in the coming year! He explains why goal setting so important and powerful, and how to set S.M.A.R.T. goals that are in alignment with your long-term vision for yourself and your small business. Henry Lopez is a Serial Entrepreneur and Business Coach with over 35 years of diverse business experience. Henry Lopez is the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small bu...2018-12-3116 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Social Media Basics with Henry Lopez & Adam KirkSocial Media Marketing basics for small business with Henry Lopez and Adam Kirk. Their conversation includes an introduction to social media marketing. Social Media is here to stay, and it's about building effective relationships, getting feedback, and building your brand. Henry and Adam review the major social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Henry Lopez is the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2018-11-2652 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.SEO for Small Business with Henry Lopez & Adam KirkSearch Engine Optimization (SEO) for small business, with Henry Lopez and Adam Kirk. SEO is all about how to get found online, particularly on Google. Henry and Adam share practical and non-technical tips to help you begin to understand SEO and take immediate action to improve your online search results for your website. Our conversation includes the top 5 things you can do to improve your organic search results for your small business website. Henry Lopez is the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small bus...2018-11-1241 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Fixing vs. Solving ProblemsFixing vs. Solving small business problems, with hosts David Begin and Henry Lopez. Henry & David discuss the topic of fixing versus solving problems that arise every day in our small businesses. Fixing usually deals with just the symptoms of a deeper and larger problem within your small business. The approach of looking for the source problem applies to many aspects of our business, from physical equipment to the people on our teams. Sometimes just fixing something is acceptable, but often we tend to avoid identifying and addressing the root problem because of time and money. Helping your team learn...2018-08-0622 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Creative Entrepreneurship with Summer Felix-MulderCreativity & Entrepreneurship with Summer Felix. Summer is a serial entrepreneur, author, and founder of The Draw Shop. She shares her journey and how to become an entrepreneur while also being a creative person. At her company The Draw Shop, attention-holding whiteboard videos are made for the world’s best minds and companies. She is also the host of her own podcast, "The Get Genius Podcast". Henry Lopez is the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com) Creativity & Entrepreneurship with Summ...2018-03-1934 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.David’s European Car Wash TourAssumptions are limiting, and learning from other entrepreneurs is critical to growing your small business. Spending time with other business owners in your industry is one way to expand your thinking and improve your operations. David shares his recent experience touring car wash businesses in Europe, and tips for all business owners on how to learn from others in your industry. David Begin and Henry Lopez are the hosts of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. David Begin is also the Managing Par...2016-09-2632 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Online Marketing with Henry Lopez & David BeginOnline and Social Media Marketing and how we have used it to start and grow our small businesses. This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com2016-05-1632 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Business Partnerships with Henry Lopez & David BeginBusiness partnership success & challenges...we share our experiences with partnering, why we prefer to partner, and some tips for doing so successfully. This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com2016-05-0931 minThe How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Ideation with Henry Lopez & David BeginIdeation - the process of creating and developing new business ideas. How do you develop new business ideas, and then how do you prove and execute that idea to develop a successful business? This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com2016-04-2541 min