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BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 57 - Having Trouble Redefining Who You Are in Business? in Life? Learn How To Change Your Trajectory.Do you find yourself struggling to redefine who you are in business or life? Do you see yourself as a particular brand? Do others? Would you like to redefine your personal brand? This episode of Big Truths of Small Business Podcast discusses how Joe and Travis reinvented themselves in business through a creative experience on a business trip to Nashville, TN.Thanks for Listening!Your Hosts: Joe Watkins and Travis CassellListen to BIG Truths of Small Business Podcast on:BIG TRUTHS OF SMALL BUSINESS WEBSITE...2024-02-271h 08
BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 56 - Small Business Owners can Greatly Benefit by Supporting Local Charities with Drew Walston of Mighty Hero HomesWe are excited to have Drew Walston with Mighty Hero Homes on this episode of the Big Truths of Small Business helping us unpack the benefits of entrepreneurs and small business owners supporting local charities. Drew shares his heart as to how and why housing homeless veterans in a permanent way is important to him, his team, and our nation. From corporate America to successful small business owner to building a lasting non-profit, Drew stirs up a real conversation with Joe and Travis about the good that small businesses can do, the investment and heart change that can occur...2024-02-1559 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 55 - How do you ACTUALLY determine who is an expert in a subject matter in a crowded social media field of experts?When evaluating where to get information including social media experts, consider the following factors:Reputation and Track Record:Look for individuals with a proven track record of success in social media. Check their past projects, client testimonials, or case studies.Expertise and Niche:Choose experts who specialize in your industry or niche. Their understanding of specific markets can be more valuable than general social media knowledge.Consistency and Presence:Experts who consistently produce valuable content, whether through podcasts, blogs, or social media, often have a good grasp of the subject...2024-01-2959 min
BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 54 - How Does Your Mortality Play a Role in Your Thoughts Around Your Business with Juliet HallIn this episode of the Big Truths of Small Business podcast, the hosts, Joe and Travis, tackle a profound and impactful topic for business owners – the contemplation of mortality. Joined by their special guest and friend, Juliet Hall, a national public speaker, business coach, and author of "Own Your Opportunities," the episode promises an insightful exploration into the influence that thoughts about mortality can have on business decisions.The hosts and Juliet delve into the unique perspective that being middle-aged brings to the outlook on mortality. By inviting listeners into this conversation, the episode aims to share va...2023-12-2957 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 53 - Should You Let Your Strong Opinions, Politics, and Beliefs ALL HANG OUT in Your Business?In this episode of the Big Truths of Small Business podcast, hosts Joe and Travis delve deep into the intricate relationship between personal beliefs, politics, and strong opinions within the realm of business. The discussion revolves around the phenomenon of influential figures, such as athletes, CEOs, and influencers, intertwining their personal thoughts with their public personas and businesses. The hosts argue that these personal aspects inevitably become woven into a business's brand identity.The episode likely explores the following key points:Brand Image Impact: The hosts likely discuss how personal beliefs and opinions can significantly influence...2023-05-0258 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 52 - How to Turn your Business into your Passion (and not the other way around....)Today's culture has told young people over and over again - "to go to work in something you are passionate about." In theory, there is nothing inherently wrong with this statement. In practice, it does consider many things necessary to be successful. Today, the Big Truths of Small Business challenges this premise by offering up the reverse as the solution: Turn your Business into your Passion. Listen to find out how. 2023-01-2457 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 51 - Are you Spilling Blood in the Streets for Your Business?The Big Truths of Small Business is back in full swing with an interesting topic. Joe and Travis make the point that business owners, entrepreneurs, and other business people trying to excel in business want to skip the blood that must be spilled to accomplish your goals and dreams. Today's culture of Amazon "2-day delivery" results is what we not only want, but possibly have been brainwashed to believe to be real in business. 2023-01-1057 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 50 - How the Big Truths transitioned us for a 7 Figure Sale of our Property Management BusinessThis podcast has walked Travis and Joe down a journey they never new was coming. By revealing what's really important about life and how it intersects with business, The YesiRent Boys are no longer that--they sold YesiRent Property Management to a national company at the end of 2021. This sale came about because of the learnings on this show. New beginnings are coming. They will discuss how they arrived at a decision to sell, and what's next.Visit us at BigTruthsofSmallBusiness.comContact us at info@bigtruthsofsmallbusiness.com2022-02-281h 00BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 49 - A Journey Back Through Some of Our Favorite Big Truths from the first 48 EpisodesThe Big Truths of Small Business Podcast was born out of a couple of small business guys discussing what works in business and what doesn't work. These discussions moved into the philosophical, spiritual, environmental, behavioral, emotional, and into the financial realm. By allowing their discussions to flow, and by interviewing some great guests, Joe and Travis have learned more than could have been expected through these first 48 episodes. Listen to their discussions on their favorite topics and learnings within those topics. Visit us at BigTruthsofSmallBusiness.comContact us at info@bigtruthsofsmallbusiness.com2022-02-211h 20
The Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 24 - How's Today's 2021 Political Climate has affected Your Private Property Rights and Your Rental PropertyIf you are a Landlord and frustrated with your property rights being violated, there are many others that feel the same. The Rental Property Hangover discusses some of the political changes that are affecting your rental property ownership rights. We discuss how this actually negatively affects tenants as well with higher prices and less competition.Please visit our us at RentalPropertyHangover.com.Contact us at info@rentalpropertyhangover.com2021-11-1214 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 48 - The Power of MEDIOCRITY as a Strategy in Your Small Business...What?Why in the world would a business podcast show discuss how "mediocrity" could be a strategy in your business? This is the type of subject matter your hosts, Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell, love to discuss. It's the unsung hero ideas that often times keep you in business, or even thrust your business to the next level. Tune in for another fantastic discussion on Big Truths of Small Business Podcast show.Visit us at BigTruthsofSmallBusiness.comContact us at info@bigtruthsofsmallbusiness.com2021-11-121h 01The Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 23 - The Top Reasons You Should Hire a Property Manager to Manage Your Rental PropertiesMany Investors, especially first time investors, do not realize why they should hire a property manager for managing their rental properties. Travis Cassell and Joe Watkins give you a quick run down on many of the best reasons. Remember, you bought rental properties to serve you, not for you to serve them. This episode is sponsored by YesiRent Property Management in Atlanta, GA2021-10-3113 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 47 - When You Feel Like It's Never Enough, You Might Be Chasing Discontentment with David ForgostonDavid Forgoston has experienced a lot for a young business owner. After getting his life turned around after some early poor decisions, he went on to plant two Bible Colleges in India and in Switzerland. He now owns Bo Grow Insurance Group, which specializes in Medicare supplements and Advantage plans. David shares his heart around discontentment with the Big Truths. He reveals some truths and some of the causes of discontentment.2021-10-311h 14BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 46 - This Post Truth World? Are You an Apologist for Your Business? with Dan ArsenaultBig Truths of Small Business welcomes Dan Arsenault, an apologist and founder of Church for the Skeptics. Dan discusses the process by which he became a Christian Apologist so we can learn how to apply those principles in our business and life. The Big Truths is about complete mind, body, and spirit health in order to achieve balanced business success. Open your mind to some Truths in this Post Truth World we are living in.2021-10-151h 06BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 45 - The Ramifications of a Maniacal Bully Toxic Client in Your Small BusinessWe all have experienced customers or clients that consume time, give us a bad spirit or attitude, make us wish we were not in business. This episode of the Big Truths of Small Business digs deeper into the full effects that a maniacal bully toxic client can have on your business. Learn how to identify, manage, and weed out those customers.2021-10-0657 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 44 - How to Reprogram the UnWanted Familiar Past - REPROGRAM - Part 2The Big Truths of Small Business continues on its journey to figure out how to become as focused to make change in your business and yourself as if your are in the middle of a crisis, but you are not. We are seeking how the mind can be reprogrammed to excel to higher levels. Tune in here on how to kick-start that process of reprogramming your unwanted familiar past.2021-06-0443 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 22 - Google Doesn't Have Your Next Real Estate Deal - How to Find a Deal in 2021's High MarketThe Rental Property Hangover Podcast ventures into a real investing topic on this episode. Investors are the heart and blood of the our target audience. Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell of YesiRent Property Management discuss their deep experience in how to source deals when Google delivers no result, because of this 2021 high real estate market.2021-06-0414 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 21 - Your Biggest Competition as a Landlord Looking For Great Tenants IS?On The Rental Property Hangover, we are giving you information direct from guys that have been in the rental home business for decades. Over the last 10 years, the rental business has significantly changed due to the huge presence of large private equity firms. They are your major competition as a landlord. Listen to this great episode to see how they have influenced the marketplace.2021-05-0613 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 43 - In Order to Change Your Business Trajectory, You Must 1st INTERRUPT! - REPROGRAM - Part 1The Big Truths of Small Business loves to learn how your mind and body contribute to your overall business health. We are going deep here as we start this several part series on how to interrupt your way of thinking without needing a crisis to do so. Joe and Travis are bringing you the phycological gold in this series around how the mind is the most powerful thing we have. Learn how to be the Master of your Mind.2021-05-061h 05The Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 20 - How to Determine Market Rent or Value?Determining how to set your rental rate for your investment property could be the most important decision you make as a landlord. Learn from the pros at YesiRent Property Management, Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell, what the primary indicators of rent value are and how get your next rental property rented quickly to great tenants.2021-04-3010 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 19 - Should You Rent to Tenants with Pets?One of our most common questions from landlords is "should I rent my home to a pet owner?" You may hear many differing opinions on the topic. Owners of YesiRent Property Management, Joe and Travis, share their very experienced take on this popular question around pets in the rental business.2021-04-2310 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 42 - On a War Footing in Your Business?Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell boldly compare some of the attitudes and thinkings business owners may have that are shared by warriors in war. On Big Truths of Small Business, we often look outside of our daily battles and paradigms to see how battles are being fought elsewhere. Come take this journey with us.2021-04-2239 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 18 - Further Invest in Your Rental Investment for an 18% ROIJoe and Travis discuss how upgrading your rental home could easily produce an 18% ROI or more on the additional monies spent by increasing rent. They reveal the top 8 things to upgrade on the property to maximize the rent and return and attract better tenants.2021-04-1614 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 41 - Failing Forward in Building a Small Business with Brian CunninghamBrian Cunningham, the owner of Restoration Concrete in Atlanta and a worship pastor, shares loads of excellent learnings in his journey to build his small business from scratch in his 50s. He shares his many failures and success on his way to "Failing Forward."2021-04-151h 06BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 40 - Demographics vs. Psychographics in Your MarketingDemographics vs. Psychographics in Your Marketing Plan has been a fascinating topic for Joe and Travis over the last several months. Until then, they didn't realize the power that Psychographics played in today's marketing strategies. In this episode, they discuss the difference between the two, how and why they are important, and how to get started tracking this data to better target and more narrow your customer.2021-04-081h 03
BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 39 - Breaking into the Music Industry & Writing Songs with Barry MichaelBig Truths loves when we do interviews, and the music industry is one of our favorite topics. Country music singer, Barry Michael, out of McDonough, GA at http://barrymichaelmusic.com joins the show to give us the inside scoop on his journey to break into the country music scene. Then he gives us some real juice on how he writes songs, which he has so many good ones. If you love music, you will enjoy this episode on the Big Truths of Small Business sponsored by https://yesirent.com.2021-04-0157 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 17 - Using the "Mirror Method" in Your Real Estate InvestingThe YesiRent Boys have coined a new term called the "Mirror Method" of real estate investing. Learn how Joe and Travis of YesiRent Property Management describe how some important attributes about yourself may should be mirrored in your real estate investing strategy of long-term rental property ownership. They always like to bring in the philosophical thoughts to your investing.2021-03-1429 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 38 - You vs. Your Business Plan - Time to Get RealOften times when we talk about business plans, we really don't qualify what the purpose of the plan is. For example, getting a loan from a bank may require a financially heavy business plan to make sure you get the loan. As always on the Big Truths, we will discuss the real important aspects of a "Real" business plan that incorporates You and your team in that plan. Join Travis and Joe for another exciting episode, and as always, we are sponsored by YesiRent Property Management in Metro Atlanta.2021-03-1457 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 37 - Slammed and Unplanned - Handling the UnexpectedThe Big Truths of Small Business focuses on day-to-day issues and learnings that we all face as entrepreneurs. Have you and your team every been caught with your pants down? You own a restaurant and got slammed on a short staff or weird time of the day? A large customer called you with an order you cannot handle? We talk about how to plan and prepare in these moments.2021-02-1139 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 16 - How Does the Eviction Moratorium Affect Your Delinquent Tenant?You own rental property so you should know how the Biden extension of the CDC eviction moratorium works and how to position yourself as a landlord during this uncertain time from the seasoned pros at YesiRent Property Management.2021-02-1117 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 36 - The Whiskey Barrel Side Hustle with Scott HuxleyAs lovers of a good whiskey, Travis discovered Scott Huxley, owner of Whiskey Barrel Wholesalers based in Ontario, Canada. He was fascinated by the side business he had created. So the Big Truths of Small Business got him on the show.2021-01-2642 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 35 - The Psychology of Business Relationships with Terry DayIn our quest for how people think, and how we can use this in our business, we extend how psychology is used in relationships from the previous show. Terry Day, a retired licensed therapist, spent decades honing his discernment and skill in the public and private sector including churches and prisons. He helps Joe and Travis dive deep on the The Big Truths of Small Business Show.2021-01-211h 00BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 34 - The Art of Influence and Persuasion with Clay CuttsWe are back with Clay Cutts with Square Peg Counseling and Coaching to discuss the tactical methods behind influencing others to do what you need them to do in your small business. When dealing with our customers in sales, our vendors and our employees, your ability to influence and persuade them will have a large affect on your success in business.2021-01-1259 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowEp 15 - The YesiRent Boys forecast 2021 Atlanta Real EstateJoe Watkins and Travis Cassell, our hosts, and founders of YesiRent Property Management out of McDonough, GA (Atlanta Metro), use there experience and finger on the pulse of the Atlanta real estate market and give you a peek into what 2021 might bring for your investment properties.2021-01-0113 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 33 - Reflection 2020 - Big Truths of Small Business PodcastOn this last day of the year in 2020, we reflect on what this year has meant for us in business, the things we learned through starting this Podcast in early 2020, our favorite shows and moments, and what we are pointing towards in 2021 for the show. There are some exciting new things happening on the Big Truths of Small Business!2021-01-011h 02BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 32 - I SEE YOUThe Big Truths of Small Business continues to deliver on our promise to bring you deeply thought out philosophies and tactics to improve the way you think, react, spend, grow, and nurture your business. This "I See You" episode discusses how to your customers, vendors, and employees feel valued and significant.2020-12-171h 02BIG Truths of Small BusinessEp 31 - Beauty or a Beast?Travis and Joe bring an enlightening subject matter to the table that we haven't thought about in this way. How do you view your business? Do you focus on the negatives or the positives? Is your business a Beauty? or a Beast?2020-12-1058 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessWhat to do When Uncertainty Strikes In Your BusinessUncertainty-- it can wreak havoc in your life and business if not put into perspective. Co-hosts Travis Cassell and Joe Watkins share their research and experience on how to turn uncertainty into opportunities and put into perspective.2020-11-191h 02The Rental Property Hangover Show10 Things You Should Know About Landlord Liability and ExposureStay informed with the Rental Property Hangover as we give essential information on this episode about the Insurances needed and the potential liability exposures that rental property owners face as landlords.2020-11-1222 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessWhat are the Blind Spots in Your Small Business?Often times as small business owners we assume we have all of the answers, which contributes to managing our business in tunnel vision. Founders of YesiRent Property Management out of Atlanta, Georgia, Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell share their thoughts on the dangers of Blind Spots and what to do about them.2020-11-121h 01The Rental Property Hangover ShowShould I Sell My Rental Property? What are the Consequences?As property managers at YesiRent Property Management, we get asked all of the time- "Should I sell my rental property now?" The answer to this question is more loaded than just what the market is doing right now. Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell explore some of those additional things to think about when selling your rental property. If you have topics you would like us to discuss, email rentalpropertyhangover@yesirent.com2020-11-0513 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessTargeting Your Customer - More Critical to Success than We RealizeThe YesiRent Boys keep delivering the goods! Week after week, Joe and Travis spend hours breaking down the problems, ideas, and solutions in their business, YesiRent Property Management, and they give you all that experience in an hour show. Targeting your customer is the topic this week, and they have delivered once again. Please rate our show on your podcast platform. Share and like our show. We appreciate our audience each week. Also, send us feedback directly at info@bigtruthsofsmallbusiness.com.2020-10-291h 07The Rental Property Hangover ShowWill the 2020 Presidential Election Affect Your Rental Property?Joe and Travis usually don't include politics into this The Rental Property Hangover podcast, but it had to been done this week. As we all know, an election is super close and the consequences of this election could bear down on rental property owners. We get a little crazy on this one, but the message and content is there.2020-10-2917 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessThe Basics of the House Flipping Business - by Joe WatkinsJoe Watkins, co-host of Big Truths of Small Business, has personally flipped over 400 properties in his real estate career. In this episode, he outlines the basics, the opportunities, the pitfalls, and much more for the new real estate investor looking to flip a house for profit. Check out our other shows and episodes at https://yesirent.com/podcast.2020-10-2257 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessThe Art of Reconciliation in Your RelationshipsTravis and Joe talk philosophy quite a bit on the Big Truths of Small Business. We think it's important to always be self aware, seek wisdom and knowledge, learn from others, and build relationships. In this episode we discuss the importance of reconciling relationships in your life that are broken, severed, mildly needing repair or anything in between. When your funeral is the one people are coming to, all that matters is your relationships.2020-10-161h 00The Rental Property Hangover ShowTop Rental Property HVAC Maintenance and Replacement Advice from a Professional - William GilmerWilliam Gilmer, owner of Gilmer's Home Choice, a Georgia-based HVAC service company specializing in rental property owners and management companies, discusses key things to consider when maintaining and/or replacing your HVAC system. The HVAC system is one of the most important items to consider during the ownership of your rental properties. The Rental Property Hangover is brought to you by YesiRent Property Management.2020-10-1619 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowHow a Rental Property Owner Learned from his FIRST Rental Property Investment - with Jake AdamsJake Adams, an owner of many rental properties in several states, discusses his experiences during his first rental property purchase and other learnings as a real estate investor. Joe and Travis, with YesiRent Property Management, always like to interview actual real estate investors and glean real-life learnings on The Rental Property Hangover podcast. (Read More Here)2020-10-1015 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessSelf-imposed Stress by the Business Owner - Why and How to Identify & ResolveIt has been proven by many doctors and scientists that stress is a leading cause of all of kinds of health problems and risks. But how does stress impact you in business; and moreover, who is creating the most stress in your business? The Big Truths of Small Business podcast, hosted by Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell and sponsored by YesiRent Property Management, explores how the business owner's self-imposed stress may be the biggest issue and can be resolved if identified, and strategies are used to manage it.2020-10-101h 01BIG Truths of Small BusinessMotorcycle Racer Runs a Passion Play Business - Interview with Tim Morris of ValuCycleTim Morris, owner of ValuCycle in Conyers, GA, unveils his story from Emory University, to Physician's Assistant (P.A.) to Motorcycle Racer to Motorcycle Shop Ownership. Learn how one man positioned himself and his business for lifestyle as Joe and Travis uncover the strategies we all need to strive for in our small business. Check out all of our podcasts at https://yesirent.com/podcast.2020-10-021h 15The Rental Property Hangover ShowBuilding Your Rental Property Investment Team - Who are the Players?If you are a serious investor, one of the most important things you need to do is build a team of professionals that can help you build your rental portfolio, manage it, insure it, give legal advice, etc. Joe and Travis of YesiRent Property Management are serious investors with 500 flips and dozens of rental properties themselves. They share the primary relationships that are needed to make up your basic real estate investment team, and why they are important. (Read More Here)2020-10-0117 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessLearn How NAYSAYERS can be Identified in Your Business and Life - and a Live Performance of "The Naysayers" SongThe Big Truths goes deep on this episode as we dive into understanding how the Naysayers in your life and business affect you. What are the different types of Naysayers? How do you identify Naysayers? Could there be good Naysayers in your ear? We are also thrilled to unveil a live performance of "Naysayers" written and performed by Joe Watkins, the co-host of the show. It's just Joe and Travis today giving you some real nuggets. Stay tuned till the end.2020-09-241h 04The Rental Property Hangover ShowWhen do you Hire a Property Manager? and Why?Your hosts Travis Cassell and Joe Watkins, of YesiRent Property Management, give you the bottom line on when to hire a property management company or property manager for your rental property. They scratch the surface as to why as well. You may be surprised at their answers....2020-09-2412 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessSuper Fan Crashes the Show - A Young Entrepreneur Asks QuestionsWe are mixing it up today when one of our super fans, Alex Jenkins, 21 years old, crashes our podcast studio, and we decided to bring him in on the show for a questions and answer session. Joe and Travis pour wisdom back at the next generation.2020-09-181h 09BIG Truths of Small BusinessUnSelling - How to Really Serve and Sell Your Clients - Back with Clay Cutts, Square Peg Counseling & CoachingBack with Clay Cutts with Square Peg Consulting & Coaching, Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell of YesiRent Property Management take a deep dive into a mystery that all businesses can identify with--how do we sell to more clients and raise our conversion ratios. We unpack the idea of UNSELLING in this episode of BIG Truths of Small Business where building trust and serving the real needs of your customers is the magic.2020-09-1156 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowWhat are the Primary Tax Advantages when Owning Rental Properties?Founders of YesiRent Property Management in Atlanta discuss how to save on your taxes by owning rental properties. These tax advantages are often undervalued by rookie investors. (Read More Here)2020-09-0410 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessHow Does Your Company Culture Affect Business? - Interview with Bret Eldridge, Director of National Accounts for Hoshizaki AmericaAt the Big Truths, we are always trying to dig deep to discover the hidden gems of what makes good business good, and bad business bad. We have brought you a diamond today. Bret Eldridge, Director of National Accounts for Hoshizaki America, a leading commercial ice machine manufacturer, shares his thoughts with Joe and Travis about how his 25+ years at Chick-fil-A shaped him, his philosophies, and more. Joe having spent 15 years with Chick-fil-A teams up with Bret on their deep infusion of Chick-fil-A culture as they unpack the significance of those learnings on small business.2020-09-041h 00The Rental Property Hangover ShowShould I Buy Rental Properties in a High Market?We often get the question asking when is the right time to buy rental properties. Should I wait for a low market? Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell give you some unique thoughts to buying properties in any market.2020-09-0109 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowLeverage - How to Use Debt Appropriately in Real EstateJoe and Travis with YesiRent Property Management discuss how to use debt or leverage to your advantage in your real estate transactions. They discuss the key benefits and things to look out for when borrowing money for your rental properties.2020-08-2817 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessFake News - How Does it Affect Your Small Business? with Guest Dan the ManWe are in a time when our President throws around the term "Fake News" often. At the Big Truths, we are always trying to discover thoughts, angles, truths, and disruptors in our small business. So what fake news is in your organization and how does it affect you? And as a bonus this week, we get the "Dan Angle" from a regular contributor, Dan the Man.2020-08-281h 05BIG Truths of Small BusinessMindset - the Importance it Plays in every aspect of your Business - an Interview with Clay Cutts, Business Coach & TherapistWe have a fantastic interview with Clay Cutts, owner of Square Peg Counseling & Coaching, LLC in Peachtree City, GA, who specializes in business coaching. We take and in-depth look at MINDSET and the role it plays throughout our business, our life, and our people as small business owners. Prepare to be challenged in your way of thinking.2020-08-211h 01The Rental Property Hangover ShowThe "Purchase" of your Rental Property may be the Most Important Decision you makeThe Founders of YesiRent Property Management discuss perhaps the most important decision you will ever make when starting your rental portfolio--the purchase. The when? why? how? where? This cannot be underestimated when evaluating the long-term success of your rental property investments. (Read More Here)2020-08-2116 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowWhat Legal Entities or Structure should be considered for Ownership in Your Rental Properties?The Founders of YesiRent Property Management discuss briefly the advantages of deeding your rental properties to a legal entity for protection and anonymity. We are not attorneys, so please consult your legal counsel before making any decisions. (Read More Here)2020-08-1711 minThe Rental Property Hangover ShowHow to Attract the Best Tenants for Your Rental PropertyWe explore some of the fundamentals any landlord should consider when procuring a new tenant for their rental property. After having placed thousand of tenants with YesiRent Property Management, Joe and Travis give you their inside experience to bring in the best tenants! (Read More Here)2020-08-1712 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessBecoming a Small Business Owner by Buying the Business You Work For - Interview with Jef Bass, an Emmy Winning Audio Video ProducerThe YesiRent Boys, Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell, have an exclusive interview with Emmy winning and Grammy nominated owner of Sound Around Audio Video, Jef Bass. We discuss his story of working hard, which led to the opportunity to purchase his boss's business; how life's circumstances can change your outlook on business; and the importance of quality audio and video in your small business productions.2020-08-1753 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessThe Impact of a Coach, Counselor, or Board of Directors in your BIZ - Interview with Sherri Dodd, Founder of Advance Global CoachingThis is a must-listen show about the power of having a coach or board of directors or outside council in your small business. Sherri Dodd, Founder of Advance Global Coaching (https://advanceglobalcoaching.com), shares fantastic specifics of the true purpose of a coach, the difference between coaches and counselors, and what to think about when forming a board of directors. She also shares how her Christian faith plays a roll in her business and profession as a licensed coach. With over 20 years in Europe as a young missionary, she discusses how this has influenced her coaching career.2020-08-061h 01The Rental Property Hangover ShowTenant Screening Fundamentals for your Rental PropertiesThis inaugural episode of The Rental Property Hangover discusses the basics and importance of proper tenant screening. This is one of the foundational steps towards long-term success in the rental business. Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell (The YesiRent Boys), founders of YesiRent Property Management give their decades of experience in this very important property management principle - tenant screening.2020-08-0633 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessThe Effects of COVID-19 on your Business - Clearing your Headspace in ChaosThe YesiRent Boys dive into how Covid-19 has affected small business owners and their staff and discuss techniques to clear your head space to get focused on what's important in the midst of chaos.2020-07-3157 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessThe Power of Empathy in the Art of NegotiationsWe often reveal that the soft skills are the most powerful skills needed to help other skills. This show discusses how empathy and compassion are critical in winning negotiations and making all sides feel like they got a win as well. The show hosts, Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell, also the the owners of YesiRent Property Management, navigate their way through leanings in negotiations.2020-07-241h 04BIG Truths of Small BusinessThe Rebound - How to get Excited about Your Business Again!As small business owners, we recognize that it is very important to be excited about your business in order to keep pressing on and building that lasting business that meets our goals. But, often times we find ourselves in a trench or dull spot of our business lacking the excitement to keep building it. Travis and Joe discuss some techniques and perspectives that may help you Rebound.2020-07-1657 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessWhat does it take to Get in the "ZONE" while working?Joe Watkins and Travis Cassell, with YesiRent Property Management, explore how small business owners can get into the "ZONE" to accomplish things at an incredibly high level. They compare athletes to business people and give you a step-by-step analysis as to how to get yourself in the Zone more often in your small business.2020-07-021h 03BIG Truths of Small BusinessAct 2, Part 2 - Where we discuss the "Journey" in a Conversation with Randy Dodd, a Missionary, and Best-selling Author.The YesiRent Boys are back to further their discussion on Act 2 in our business and lives. They believe the "Journey" in Act 2 represents some of the most important learnings you will ever learn. People and relationships continue to be more important as you move through the ACTS of life and business. Journey with them as they include a special guest, Randy Dodd, AKA Randall Arthur, a lifelong Missionary and Best-selling Author of Christian novels, in on the conversation. Find his books at https://www.randallarthur.com2020-06-251h 11BIG Truths of Small BusinessPart 1 - Reflecting on "Act 2" in your Professional Life. What Does it Mean?Travis and Joe introduce a new way to look at your Business Career. Think of it as a play with Act 1, 2, and 3. We will open up discussion on what we think Act 2 means, what are the learnings thus far, what influences do we have on others in business, and how do we take most advantage of the Act 2 season of our business and life.2020-06-1830 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessThe 1st Aftershow - It Ain't Easy, But It's Worth ItSuper Excited to share our VERY 1st AFTERSHOW! Often times, Big Truths are revealed after we hit the stop button on the recording. Some of our best thoughts are shared when the camera isn't rolling. Now hear these thoughts--unfiltered, unplanned, disorganized, but often fruitful nugget revealing.ALSO, listen to the just released new SONG by the YesiRent Boys called "It Ain't Easy, But It's Worth It!"2020-06-1224 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessWhy the Tape Measure is VERY important in Your BusinessWhat does the tape measure have to do with your business if you are not a contractor? A lot! The tape measure represents everything you are measuring in your small business. Learn Joe and Travis's spin on how data is vital to reposition, double-down, or abandon things you are doing, as well as many other uses of the tape measure.2020-06-1250 minBIG Truths of Small Business"Humility" is the Most Powerful Soft Skill or Approach in Small BusinessTravis and Joe are constantly searching for how to better grow their small business, YesiRent Property Management, into a profitable, serving, and significant company in Atlanta. We recognize soft skills as valuable and important keys to this goal. We reveal the most powerful soft skill of all in this episode and explore its power in business and relationships.2020-05-2155 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessHow Personal Biases Affect your Business Decisions - Part 2Travis and Joe are back to discuss a favorite subject in seeking truths of small business - personal biases. We invited an real estate agent that works with YesiRealty, our sister company, to join the show as well. We discuss level 1 and level 2 thinking and the differences of both.2020-05-1149 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessLearn How Your Personal Biases Affect Your Business, Family, & Future - Part 1Joe & Travis invite "Dan the Man" (Dan Watkins) to discuss the bitter truths of how everyone's cognitive biases enter into every decision. This is part 1 of a several part series. Learn about anchor bias, recent bias, relationship bias, and others. We believe this deep dive into how we think and make decisions is foundational to understanding how to improve and make the right decisions in business and every part of our life. Come on this journey!2020-04-2434 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessSurviving and Gleaning Deep Business Truths out of the 2009 Crash - Interview with Mark BrittainLearn how Mark Brittain, an Atlanta-based real estate and general practice attorney, survived and learned painful business lessons during the 2009 Economic Crash. Out of these lessons of triumph, then the fall, then the rebuild, Mark changed how he saw his business, and how he saw many of the business relationships around him. When money got scarce, he discovered more about himself and his business relationships. Listen to the entire episode as there are some awesome business truths in this one!2020-04-041h 04BIG Truths of Small BusinessHow running a church is similar to a small business? - an Interview with Pastor Jonathan Andersen of Harvest Point UMCJonathan Andersen, Pastor of Harvest Point United Methodist Church in Locust Grove, Georgia for 3 years, explores with the YesiRent Boys how running a local church is similar to running a small business. We discuss immediate similarities around the Covid-19 pandemic in our midst currently, as a well as other operational similarities and differences. More than ever, local pastors are keeping a pulse on their community, the culture, the needs of the congregation, and the finances of church all while trying to share the Christian gospel.2020-03-2648 minBIG Truths of Small BusinessHow Integrity and Faith shaped Stephen Bové's contracting business - an InterviewStephen Bové, a sole proprietor in the electrical, HVAC, and plumbing business, had a unique upbringing being raised in the jungle as a son of a missionary family. He continued that life by raising his family in Venezuela in a tribal community for 17 years sharing the Gospel. Being fluent in 5 current languages, and a expert in 2 ancient languages (Hebrew and Greek), Stephen shares his life's learnings in his small business as a mechanical contractor.2020-03-161h 08BIG Truths of Small BusinessHow the Internet Changed Power Plus - an Interview with Jerry BarberLearn how Jerry Barber, owner of Power Plus and boilersupplies.com, adapted to a changing climate in the late 90s as his business went from the catalogs to the web. Building blocks of his small business are revealed throughout this classic, hard-working story of a small business man from Georgia.2020-03-131h 00