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The Business FixOverwhelmed by Business Operations? Use AI Productivity Tools and Task Automation to Save TimeSend us a textFeeling overwhelmed by the pace of change in your business? Between content creation, marketing demands, team management, and daily operations, it’s no wonder most business owners feel like they’re drowning.In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche break down how AI tools for small business can simplify your systems, cut through digital clutter, and help you lead with clarity. Whether you’re looking to streamline small business operations, implement workflow automation software, or improve your content creation process, this conversation is packed with real-world insigh...2025-07-3036 minThe Business FixInflation Wrecking Your Cash Flow? Boost Business Resilience With Smarter Financial PlanningSend us a textIn this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh tackle one of the biggest myths in small business: that you can cut your way to greatness. Spoiler alert: you can’t. Instead, they explore how smart financial planning and intentional value creation can lead to sustainable growth, even under economic pressure and rising input costs.You'll learn why focusing solely on cost efficiency can backfire if you're not also improving customer experience and maintaining employee morale. They’ll walk through how to balance cash flow and expense tracking while staying aler...2025-07-2337 minThe Business FixStart HR Right: A Human Resources Strategy Your Small Business Can’t Afford to SkipSend us a textLet’s be honest, if you run a small or mid-sized business, HR is probably the last thing on your to-do list, somewhere behind sales calls and customer issues.Maybe you've handed off HR to your office assistant and expecting them to double as an HR generalist. And if you’ve ever had to deal with confusing employee complaints, messy terminations, or sketchy onboarding processes, you already know, it’s costing you more than you think.In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh tackle the critical role o...2025-07-1639 minThe Business FixHow to Hire the Right Employee Without Wrecking Your Hiring ProcessSend us a textHiring mistakes cost more than just time… They cost morale, momentum, and money. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche share battle-tested hiring best practices that every business owner and manager needs to hear. Whether you're navigating the hiring process for the first time or you're burned out from high employee turnover, this episode gives you real-world insights to help you turn things around.You’ll learn the most effective recruitment strategies that actually work for hiring for small businesses. Discover how smart hiring, struc...2025-07-0937 minThe Business FixSay Goodbye to Toxic Employees Before They Destroy Your Team DynamicsSend us a textJosh recalls a moment that stopped him in his tracks. He was dreading a call with a potential new client. He realized that if the relationship was already draining before the contract was even signed, what would it look like a few months in? That was the moment he knew: this wasn’t a fit. And he backed out.In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh apply that same clarity to something even harder: knowing when it’s time to let an employee go and say goodbye. With firs...2025-07-0237 minThe Business FixWhy Most Business Meetings Fail And How Productive Meetings Save Your Company CultureSend us a textIs your calendar full of business meetings that feel like a black hole of lost time? In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh break down the real cost of poor meeting strategies and why effective leadership starts with a productive meeting.Packed with tactical meeting tips, this episode teaches you how to create a clear, actionable meeting agenda, avoid “meeting hostages,” and make every meeting count. Whether you're leading virtual, hybrid, or in-person sessions, you’ll learn how to improve meeting effectiveness and turn meetings into a tool...2025-06-2531 minThe Business FixQuality Leads Aren't Magic: The Real Reason Your Marketing Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)Send us a textIn this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh get real about one of the most common business frustrations: why your leads just aren't converting. Are your marketing efforts falling flat? Are job postings attracting the wrong candidates or worse, none at all? This episode is packed with practical tips and a healthy dose of humor to help you get laser-focused on quality over quantity in both sales and hiring.Chrissy brings her HR and operations expertise, while Josh breaks down how to blend 2025-06-1832 minThe Business FixTermination 101: How Smart Leaders Fire Without Breaking Laws, Trust, or Your BusinessSend us a textLet’s face it... MBA programs don’t teach you how to fire someone. But if you're a small business owner or a manager, it’s not a matter of if, but when. In this brutally honest and surprisingly funny episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers (CEO) and Josh Troche (Operations & Marketing) take you behind the scenes of employee terminations: how to do it legally, ethically, and without causing chaos in your company.They unpack the messy emotional and legal realities of firing someone, from avoiding discrimination claims to protecting your c...2025-06-1138 minThe Business FixThe Smart Way to Align Employee Expectations with Business GoalsSend us a textAre your employees constantly falling short—and you're not sure why? Are you expecting perfection? You might be the problem.In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh take a deep (and hilarious) dive into one of the most common but overlooked issues in business management: employee expectations.They unpack the most common pitfalls leaders make when setting employee expectations and explain why unspoken expectations are often a fast track to future regrets. They dive into practical tools like SOPs, checklists, and video platforms such as...2025-06-0440 minThe Business FixThe Leadership Fix: How to Build Stronger Teams Without Burning OutSend us a textIn this eye-opening episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers and Josh Troche dive deep into what truly makes a great leader. Most of us assume we're doing a good job, but this episode reveals how often we miss the mark. If you're a small business owner, department manager, or just stepping into leadership, this episode will challenge your thinking and give you practical tools to lead with confidence and avoid burnout. They highlight the high cost of poor leadership, including turnover, wasted time, and lost peace of mind, and offer p...2025-05-2842 minThe Business FixMarketing ROI: Start Seeing Real Marketing Results #SmallBusinessGrowthSend us a textTired of marketing that doesn’t deliver results? Feel like your small business marketing budget is vanishing into a black hole? In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy Myers (CEO) and Josh Troche (Marketing & Operations Strategist) get real about what business owners and managers must know to make smart marketing decisions that actually lead to measurable ROI.Perfect for entrepreneurs, startup founders, and managers in charge of marketing and sales, this episode cuts through common misconceptions and marketing fluff to equip you with actionable, budget-conscious strategies.🎯 What’...2025-05-2147 minThe Business FixWhy You’re Still Procrastinating in Your Business —and How to Finally Stop ItSend us a textProcrastination isn’t just a bad habit—it’s a silent business killer. In this insightful and hilarious episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh get real about the ways procrastination shows up in business—from avoiding hard conversations to putting off growth-driving tasks like rebuilding a sales team or launching a new website.They open up about their own procrastination pitfalls and share relatable stories (including a role-playing firing exercise that goes hilariously wrong). You’ll learn how procrastination hides behind “busy work,” how to recognize the emotional blockers, and how to cre...2025-05-1434 minThe Business FixHow to Handle Competitors Who Attack Your BusinessSend us a textIn this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy and Josh dive deep into a challenge every successful business owner eventually faces—how to deal with competitors who cross the line into personal or professional attacks.Whether you're hearing rumors, facing underhanded marketing tactics, or even dealing with social media assaults, Chrissy (CEO and HR expert) and Josh (Marketing and Ops guy) walk you through real-world strategies for keeping your head above the drama and your business ahead of the noise.Topics include:When ignoring your competition is...2025-05-0727 minThe Business FixCash Flow Chaos: How to Fix the #1 Small Business KillerSend us a textCash flow problems aren’t just an inconvenience—they’re the silent killers of small and mid-sized businesses. In this episode of The Business Fix, Chrissy (the CEO) and Josh (the marketing and operations guy) dive deep into cash flow management, sharing real-world stories, hard-earned insights, and practical tools for business owners and managers.From surviving unexpected expenses to knowing when to hold reserves or confidently invest, this episode is packed with tactical advice on how to stabilize your finances, build smarter budgets, and avoid cash flow nightmares—all with the usual da...2025-04-3043 minThe Business FixChange Is Coming: How Smart Businesses Pivot, Adapt, and ThriveSend us a textIn the very first episode of The Business Fix, Josh and Chrissy dive into a conversation that every business owner and manager needs right now: how to adapt to change before it runs you over.From new federal regulations and political shifts to the rise of artificial intelligence and changes in hiring law—there’s a lot coming at small and mid-sized businesses. But guess what? The most resilient leaders aren’t panicking—they’re pivoting.Chrissy brings her CEO-level insight and HR/healthcare expertise, while Josh delivers r...2025-04-1438 min
Better Business for Small Business LeadersPodcasting Success with Josh TrocheSend us a textDiscover how embracing imperfection can lead to podcasting success with Josh Troche, a master of multimedia storytelling who turned an unexpected favor for a political figure into a thriving career. Josh shares his insights into the world of podcasting for small business owners, offering strategies to help you sidestep common pitfalls and focus on adding value to your audience. Learn how to build a podcast from the ground up while understanding that early episodes might only reach a handful of supportive listeners, encouraging you to prioritize connection over perfection.O...2025-02-1117 min
The Power of the Podcast: Unlock Your Brand's Marketing PotentialReluctantly Resilient: A Business Owner's Journey with Chrissy MyersWant to connect with your audience on a deeper level and grow your business through authentic storytelling? Then you won't want to miss this inspiring conversation with Chrissy Myers, author of "Reluctantly Resilient."Chrissy shares her incredible journey of navigating a family business, facing the upheaval of the Affordable Care Act, and enduring personal loss. She candidly discusses the importance of resilience, finding purpose beyond profits, and creating a culture of giving back.In this episode, you'll discover:The Power of Authenticity: How Chrissy built her business and her life by...2024-07-0125 min