Best Howofbusiness Podcasts (2025)

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582 – Broken Windows Theory for Small Business 14:14

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How small signs of disorder in your workplace can erode culture, safety, and customer trust, and how fixing them builds pride and small business success. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/582-broken-windows-theory/ In this episode Henry Lopez explores the Broken Windows Theory and its direct application to small business environment…

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581 – Aunt Ethel's Pot Pies with Sasha Millstein 38:59

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Entrepreneur Sasha Millstein shares her journey launching Aunt Ethel’s Pot Pies and scaling this frozen comfort food brand from idea to shelves. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/581-sasha-millstein-aunt-ethels-pot-pies/ Sasha Millstein, founder and CEO of Aunt Ethel’s Pot Pies, joins Henry Lopez to share her inspiring entrepreneuri…

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R355 – 4 Reasons to Delegate 21:16

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Four compelling reasons why mastering delegation is essential for every small business owner. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r355-4-reasons-to-delegate/ Henry Lopez shares why effective delegation is one of the most critical skills entrepreneurs must develop to grow and eventually step away from their business. In this solo episo…

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580 – Unlocking Hidden Profits with Jamie Trull 51:00

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How small business owners can unlock hidden profits by optimizing financial levers and making smarter money decisions. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/580-jamie-trull-unlocking-hidden-profits/ Small business owners often focus on chasing revenue, but revenue does not always equal profit. In this episode, Henry Lopez is joined by J…

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579 – Business Poll Results 16:29

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Business poll results reveal the biggest challenges small business owners face, from marketing struggles to sales fears, debt concerns, AI adoption, and growth barriers. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/579-business-poll-results/ In this episode of The How of Business, Henry Lopez reviews recent poll results from listeners, highlig…

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578 – Return on Experience with Vance Morris 54:17

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The loyalty, referrals, and pricing power a small business gains by consistently delivering remarkable customer experiences, even when the ROI isn’t directly measurable in dollars. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/578-vance-morris-return-on-experience/ Vance Morris shares how small businesses can create Disney-inspired customer exp…

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577 - AI Literacy for Small Business with Susan Gonzales 40:08

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How small business owners can overcome fear, embrace Artificial Intelligence literacy, and start using generative AI tools to improve efficiency and competitiveness. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/577-susan-gonzales-ai-literacy/ Artificial intelligence isn’t coming - it’s already here, and small business owners can’t afford to be…

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576 - Beyond the Failure Statistics 19:24

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How to get your small business beyond the failure statistics. Learn from the business failure statistics, instead of being a part of the failure stats, and build a business that will last. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/576-beyond-failure-statistics/ Most small businesses don’t fail in the first year, but half won’t survive past …

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575 - Protect Your Business from Cyber Attacks with Nick Mullen 43:36

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Cybersecurity expert Nick Mullen shares how you can protect your business from cyber attacks. Small businesses are often the target for today’s most dangerous cyber threats. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/575-nick-mullen-cyber-security/ Cyberattacks are no longer just a threat to large corporations - small business owners are now…

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574 – 5 Reasons Your Business Will Fail 12:42

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Learn the 5 reasons your businesses will fail and how to avoid them. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/574-5-reasons-your-business-will-fail/ Most small businesses don’t fail because of bad luck - they fail because of predictable and avoidable mistakes. On this episode of The How of Business podcast, Henry Lopez shares the top five …

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573 – Google Business Profile 43:04

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Maximize your Google Business Profile to improve local SEO, generate more leads, and protect your online presence. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/573-marco-silva-google-business-profile/ For small local businesses, visibility online can make or break your customer acquisition efforts. In this episode, Henry Lopez is joined by Mar…

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572 – Jungle Driving School Franchise with Zach Beutler 39:47

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How Zach Beutler developed the Jungle Driving School Franchise, and practical advice for business owners and franchisees. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/572-zach-beutler-jungle-driving-franchise/ In this inspiring episode, Henry Lopez welcomes Zach Beutler, a seasoned entrepreneur and franchising expert, to share his journey from…

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R351 – Niche Down to Scale Up 15:05

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Niche down to scale up your small business faster. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r351-niche-down-scale-up/ Focus on the essential and most profitable products or services. Don't try to be all things to all people. In this episode of The How of Business podcast, Henry Lopez explores one of the most powerful strategies for early-s…

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571 – Employee to Business Owner 28:09

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Employee 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 e…

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570 – Buyer-First Sales for Business Owners 40:43

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Buyer-First Sales for Business Owners with sales coach and author Carole Mahoney. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/570-carole-mahoney-buyer-first-sales/ Do you dread sales conversations or feel like you’re forcing your product or service onto people? Carole Mahoney, renowned sales coach and author of Buyer First, joins Henry Lopez …

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569 – Big Rocks 13:36

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Big Rocks - a prioritization and time management technique for small business owners. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/569-big-rocks/ If you’re always busy but still not making meaningful progress, this episode is for you. Henry Lopez introduces the “Big Rocks” method made famous by Stephen Covey, helping small business owners and …

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R245 - Two Responsibilities 11:00

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The 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 owne…

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568 – Own the Spotlight with Linda Ugelow 44:24

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Own the Spotlight - practical strategies small business owners can use to turn public speaking from dread to delight, emphasizing the power of storytelling and authentic communication. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/568-linda-ugelow-own-the-spotlight/ In this episode, Henry Lopez speaks with Linda Ugelow, author of Delight in the…

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567 - Focus Without Burnout with Skye Waterson 41:06

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Focus 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 ex…

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566 – Good Debt Bad Debt 20:11

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Good 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 borrowi…

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565 - From Manager to Leader with James Turk 47:20

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Transitioning from manager to leader is more than a title change - it’s a mindset shift. In this episode, executive coach James Turk shares insights from his book The Giving Game, including his F45 Playbook for new leaders. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/565-james-turk-manager-to-leader/ Whether you’re stepping into leadership yo…

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R242 - Small Business Systems 14:51

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The 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 h…

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564: The Courage Gap with Margie Warrell 47:24

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The Courage Gap - Overcoming fear and self-doubt to take bold action in your business and life. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/564-margie-warrell-courage-gap/ Dr. Margie Warrell joins Henry Lopez to explore how fear often holds small business owners back—not because of what they can't do, but because of what they aren't doing. Ma…

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563: How I Use AI 28:48

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How I use AI (Artificial Intelligence) in my small business. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/563-how-i-use-ai/ AI is no longer optional – it's a game-changer for small business owners. In this episode, Henry Lopez shares how he uses AI tools like ChatGPT to increase productivity, streamline content creation, automate workflows, an…

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562: Skills for Success 58:25

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What 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 hel…