Best Solid Steps Radio Podcasts (2025)

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#513 College Professor and Author Dr Eric Schansberg on Next Steps After High School 12/22/25 45:43

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“What are your plans after high school?”This is a question that thousands of young men and women hear in high school. About 66% of people who graduate high school go on to college immediately. How do they choose their college? How do they choose their Major? How did they know that it’s a good university they’re attending or if it’s the best fit for…

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Julie Anderson - Your Best Mind 24:52

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By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Lynn Fulks - The First Step is Research 1:13

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Here's a past highlight from one of our Guests. Find their full interview at www.ExitCoachRadio.com Lynn: I know most newer CEOs think of marketing as “the tactics”, it’s advertising, public relations, it’s social media, it’s an email marketing campaign, but for marketing strategy there are three pieces: research, foundation, and then tactics and c…

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#512 Numbering Our Days - With Guest Jerry Rabalais 12/15/25 46:02

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“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”Psalms 90:12 NIV“ For the average man you’ve got about 4000 weeks of life.”- Dr Jerry Rabalais, U of L professor of school of medicine 29,000 days. 4,000 weeks. 960 months. That’s the average for the man that lives to be 80 years old. We’re not guaranteed tomorrow, but most men will …

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Skip THIS and You'll DESTROY 2026 Before It Starts 13:12

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Discover the pro moves that create full-time voiceover success fast. Miss them, and you're doomed to set yourself adrift in 2026. If you’re done with ineffective resolutions and ready for real growth, learn what top voice actors do in January to build unstoppable momentum for the entire year. In this video, I share six habits that set professionals…

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#507 Guest Greg Taylor Goes Through Terrible Suffering and is Grateful to God 12/8/25 44:57

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“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.” Helen Keller“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not …

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From Zero to Launch: Your 90 Day Creator Starter Plan 13:43

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Ready to break the myths and launch your creative business, even as a part-time voice actor? In this video, we’ll reveal an easy-to-follow, step-by-step blueprint: mindset shifts, simple marketing strategies, and how to land your first paying client without quitting your day job. Whether you start with just a mic and a dream, you’ll get actionable …

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#510 Guest Rachel Kushner Shares Her Jewish Heritage And Her Faith In Jesus 11/24/25 46:28

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There are 8 billion people in the world. About 350,000 of them are Messianic Jews, Jewish people who believe that Jesus is the Messiah that was prophesied about in the Old Testament. On this weeks show, Kurt and Chad are joined by Jewish believer Rachel Kushner, founder of Links to Messiah https://linkstomessiah.com , a ministry that helps parents …

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The REAL Way to Get VO Clients from Social Media 11:41

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Stop blending in and start booking: this video breaks down step-by-step tactics for voice actors to turn social media into a true lead-generation machine. Learn why typical postin” fails, which platforms actually pay off, and how to brand yourself so clients remember you. Walk away with proven DM scripts and mistakes to avoid, plus a powerful lead …

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John Ferris - What's in Your Playbook? 19:11

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John Ferris, CEO of inVision Edge, a management consultancy focused on helping organizations innovate and grow. John has a mission to help leaders and organizations do great things — whatever their definition of greatness is. He shares tips and ideas and explains the The Playbook Edge System, a do-it-yourself strategic planning framework designed t…

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Build Your Business on a Solid Marketing Foundation - Bruce McCombs 20:00

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Bruce McCombs, Mentor with SCORE in Orange County, discusses tips and ideas for building your business based on a solid marketing strategy.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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#509 Dr Florence Muindi and Dr Charlie Vittitow - Teach a Man to Fish 11/17/25 44:31

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“Missions.” What comes to mind when you hear that word? Short-term mission trips? Missionaries who have been in a certain region for decades? Certain countries bringing their “blessings” to other “less fortunate” churches? But when does helping hurt? On this week’s show, former dentist and missionary Dr. Charlie Vittitow and founder and president o…

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Being Proactive About Business Owner Relationships Could Save Your Business - Michel Zelnick 20:00

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Did you know that most business owner relationships suffer from a lack of communication? However, with a proactive approach Business Owners can help preserve and protect their business value by addressing conflicts and lack of communication early. Michel Zelnick, Business Therapist and Founder of The Zelnick Group, offers valuable tips and insights…

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Lynne Strang - The Advantage of Being an Entrepreneur at an Older Age 20:16

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Lynne Strang explains the benefits of being an entrepreneur at an older age. The main advantage? Who you know.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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The Straight TRUTH About Voice Over Rates for Beginners 11:11

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Still quoting $75 for voiceover gigs? Stop selling yourself short and discover your true worth! In this video, I break down exactly how much new voice actors should charge, why "exposure” rates are career poison, and the real reasons trained beginners deserve professional pay. Learn how to price with confidence, avoid common traps, and use proven s…

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Ed Eppley - Stop Oscillating and Start Focusing 19:39

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Ed Eppley, Owner of The Eppley Group, has worked it from all angles, and he shares important information for leaders of all sizes of businesses. He's also got a book out called "Let's Be Clear"By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Morrie Shechtman - Ending Mediocrity in the Workplace 46:37

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Morrie Shechtman is a Chairman of Fifth Wave Leadership, a company that deals the Human Capital Consulting. Today, he will discuss the topic of ending mediocrity in business. Questions Answered: 1) What's the only competitive advantage left? 2) Why do most leaders and their companies underachieve? 3) Why are there no "business problems"? Contact In…

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Doug Gray - Objectives + Key Results (OKR) Leadership 21:39

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Doug Gray, PhD, PCC has always focused on outcome-based leader development. He has worked with over 10,000 leaders in multiple business sectors, schools and colleges, families and non-profits. Since 1997, as CEO of Action Learning Associates, www.action-learning.com, his consultancy guarantees results using the globally validated AD-FIT protocol in…

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#508 Veterans Day - Guest John Conklin Served in the US Army for 34 Years! 11/10/25 45:35

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“That person is here and it’s going to be ok. “ - retired Army officer John Conklin Veterans Day Edition On this week show, Kurt and Chad welcome retired Army officer John Conklin, who talks about his military career, from being raised on a Montana farm, to entering the military in 1986 and retiring in 2021. John talks about the emotional, relation…

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BONUS EPISODE! Is Your Demo KILLING Bookings? Rob Bee Has Thoughts 27:22

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Is your demo actually working… or just sitting there collecting digital dust? In this interview, legendary UK VO demo producer Rob Bee breaks down what makes a voiceover demo book work and why so many miss the mark. We dig into: ✅ Why most voiceover demos don’t convert ✅ When to invest (and when not to) ✅ Common mistakes voice actors make ✅ What pr…

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Nada Lena - EQ and Why Your Success Depends on It 22:10

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Get a pen and notepad ready for this next interview with Nada Lena, Founder of Rise Up For You. Nada is in the business of personal and professional development, and learned quickly that success is largely dependent on people. She began as a globally touring singer and dancer, eventually becoming an executive, and ultimately starting her company. B…

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Chuck Blakeman - Why Employees are ALWAYS a Bad Idea 21:03

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Chuck Blakeman discusses re-evaluating our business structure to maximize efficiency and decision making.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Client Outreach for Creative Pros: Why Your Cold Emails SUCK 12:51

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Most creative careers die in the DMs, not because of bad talent, but bad communication. If you’re a part-time voice actor, designer, or creative trying to ditch side hustles and go full-time, this episode is your wake-up call. Cold outreach isn’t sleazy, it’s essential. You’ll learn how to message clients without sounding desperate, the psychology …

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Chuck Gallagher - Every Choice Has A Consequence 19:51

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Chuck Gallagher is President of the Ethics Resource Group. Today, he will discuss our daily choices, and how every choice has a consequence. Questions Answered: 1) How did your choices in life change your life?2) If you had it to do over again, would you have made the same choices?3) You are open about your prison experience, what have you learned …

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Ken Sanginario - Road Mapping Your Business To It's Maximum Value 17:41

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Ken Sanginario is the Founder of Corporate Value Metrics, LLC and he has developed a cloud-based tool to help business owners increase their business value by 50-100% over the next 3-5 years. Go to his website to find out about the "Value Opportunity Profile".By Exit Coach Bill Black

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3 Deadly Business BLUNDERS New Voice Actors Make 11:22

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Can your voice over career survive these rookie mistakes? Most miss #2—don’t let that be you! Are you pouring your heart into voice acting but not booking clients or growing your business? Discover the top 3 business mistakes voice actors make, how to avoid them, and the exact strategies used by successful pros. Get actionable advice, industry stor…

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Chris Dirkers - Working ON Your Business vs, Working IN Your Business 20:24

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Chris Dirkers is an Action Coach and Solutions Expert. He shares some excellent ideas and tips for business owners who are thinking about preparing for their business transition and exit.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Stuart Friedman - The Company is Only as Strong as Its Culture 27:08

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Click here to read this episode's transcript. Stuart Friedman, President of PMA Progressive Management Associates, is an expert on improving workplace culture. After effectively helping a Fortune 500 company build a cohesive and strategic business model, he decided to start PMA. He now focuses on helping a number of the 10 million small businesses …

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Common Growth Obstacles - Richard Munro 24:16

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Richard Munro of Newport Board Group discusses several obstacles to Growth that he sees in Companies he consults with.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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#506 Steve Wiggington Talks About the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Young People 10/27/25 45:33

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On this weeks show, Steve Wiggington talks about Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the impact it has had on him and young student athletes in the Kentuckiana area over the years. Next weekend they are having the annual FCA banquet. If you are interested, please visit their website for more information. https://www.fcalou.org…

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John Bly - Cracking the Code to Mergers & Acquisitions 20:20

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John Bly is a Co-Managing Member of LBA Haynes Strand, LLC. Today, he will be discussing the topic of Mergers & Acquisitions. Website: www.lba-cpa.com Email: [email protected] Exit Coach Bill Black

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4 VO Marketing SECRETS Nobody Tells Beginners 13:23

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Stop chasing clients! Start attracting them with 4 proven VO marketing secrets nobody’s teaching. Unlock the rookie mistakes sabotaging your bookings, and learn actionable marketing tactics to build a sustainable, full-time voiceover career. Discover how to craft a magnetic brand, find clients where they actually hire, design a lead-magnet demo por…

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Vince Mastrovito - Family Business Insider/Outsider Dilemmas 25:17

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Vince Mastrovito of Prometis Partners, Inc. shares valuable information regarding some of the issues family businesses face and their solutions.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Dyanne Ross-Hanson - Key Employee Incentive Plans - Why You Need Them and Critical Design Elements (I1817) 21:53

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Dyanne Ross-Hanson, Founder of Exit Planning Strategies, LLC, works with owners of privately held businesses to develop intentional ownership transition plans. She started Exit Planning Strategies, LLC, 10 years ago and has 30+ years of experience in the financial services industry. This work is Dyanne’s passion, and she considers objective expert …

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Ken Sanginario - Sales Growth Does Not Always Translate to Sale Growth 1:00

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Sometimes growing sales is counterproductive to growing the sale value of your business. Ken Sanginario explains.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Jamie Leno Zimron - Stress Less / Prosper More: Effortless Power for Unprecedented Success! (A3118) 20:12

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Jamie shares her incredible life journey with us and shares great lessons she has learned along the way. Dynamic Peak Performance training, consulting and speaking - with a unique integrative approach blending psychology, body-mind fitness, professional golf and martial arts expertise, and entrepreneurial energy. Questions answered: 1) Your work is…

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#505 Family Worship - Scripture Reading, Prayer, and Singing! 10/20/25 45:37

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Southern Baptist Seminary Professor Don Whitney joins this week’s show to talk with Chad and Kurt about family worship. Don has even written a book on the subject. With no preparation and only ten minutes a day you can make an eternal difference for your family. (This is a repeat episode - enjoy!)By Solid Steps Radio Kurt Sauder Chad Russell

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Tom Schwab - What is Your Differentiation Strategy? 19:51

2M ago19:51

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In this noisy digital world, you can’t break through the noise, you just add to it. Instead, you need to get in on the conversation where your ideal customers are already listening. As a Navy veteran who ran nuclear power plants, and an inbound marketing engineer, Tom Schwab has a refreshingly unique approach. He focuses on time-proven strategy, th…

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From Side Hustle to Pro: The REAL Creative Career Path 14:46

2M ago14:46

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Stuck in side hustle mode? Learn how to finally go full-time as a thriving creative pro! Unlock the real path from part-time freelancer to Creative CEO and stop settling for scraps. In this video, Paul Schmidt (VO Pro Creator) reveals the proven blueprint for building a sustainable, well-paid creative business without falling for internet hype or d…

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Pat Kramer - Press Releases: The Who, What and When 0:52

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Pat Kramer, Writer - Writer For Hire, shares insights about the ideal times to send out a Press Release for maximum exposure.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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#504 How a Couple Can Forgive, Recover, and Recommit After an Affair 10/13/25 .mp3 42:27

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CHOOSE A LINK TO LISTEN to the Solid Steps Radio podcast for October 13, 2025. For iTunes use https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/solid-steps-radio/id1086366166?mt=2 For Soundcloud use https://soundcloud.com/solidstepsradio/360-how-a-couple-can-forgive-recover-and-recommit-after-an-affair-12922 On this week’s show, Kurt and Chad talk with Psycholog…

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Ben Griffin - Exit Strategies: The Mental Game (H0417) 20:43

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Ben Griffin is the Chief Visionary of CEOIQ, a company that provides Executive Coaching, Peer Advisory Group Programs, Strategy and Team Alignment workshops for Entrepreneurs and their Leadership Teams. Questions Asked: 1. How long does it take to plan and execute an exit? 2. What's the biggest mistake you see entrepreneurs make when preparing to e…

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Doug C. Brown - 10 Ways Your Company Can Expand Its Revenue 23:04

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Business Success Factors is a consulting, coaching, and training company that helps companies to increase their sales revenue growth. Here are a few questions Doug answers in today's interview: 1. What is the number one mistake that you see companies making with their sales that impede or stop their growth? 2. Do you ever see a CEO or executive blo…

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Paul West - Good Busy vs Bad Busy. Why Business Owners Get Stuck in the Trees and Not the Forest 21:42

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Having advised numerous business owner families, Paul West shares his insight on some key personal mistakes business owners miss out on due to focusing on wrong activities. Paul received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and earned his MBA from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Paul and his wife, Courtney, have three chi…

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How To Get Your First PAYING Voice Over Clients Step by Step 14:18

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Stop waiting for your big break! Discover how to land your first VO clients, even if you’re brand new. Are you tired of endless auditions and no bookings? In this video, I reveal the proven blueprint I used to go from zero clients to a thriving voice over business. You’ll learn why “just auditioning” is a trap, how to build a client pipeline from s…

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Chris Bond - Surviving the Founder is A Key to Business Transfer 1:09

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Chris Bond of Murphy Business Financial Corp. discusses a recent business sale and the common needs of businesses to "survive" the founder to transfer successfully. Transcript: Chris: Surviving the exit of the founder or the operators, that's the biggest key, and every client project I work on is heavily weighted toward good will, so the value is o…

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David Sherak - Who Buys Who Out In Your Buy-Sell? 1:30

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David Sherak discusses some of the many provisions of a Buy-Sell agreement to consider, especially the impact on your family and Estate Planning and Banking Relationships.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Janna Hoiberg - How to Be in Business With People You Love (Without Hating Them) 26:09

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Janna Hoiberg discusses tips and ideas for Family businesses. This time, we focus on challenges of preparing the business and family members for leadership transition.By Exit Coach Bill Black

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Adrianna Smith and Lana Hout - Key Factors to Drive Up Business Value 21:41

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Adrianna Smith and Lana Hout, Provisors members and Brokers at First Choice Business Brokers, specialize in industry-agnostic business sales for transactions under $25M. After meeting at USC, they found themselves continuously applying for the same finance jobs and eventually working at competing firms. They briefly worked at the same firm and ulti…

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Brian Kinahan - Run Your Business Like You’re Going to Sell It...Even If You’re Not (E0518) 18:14

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Brian Kinahan is a business coach who helps CEOs and business owners improve business performance and prepare for an eventual sale or generational transfer. His philosophy: run your business like you're going to sell it, even if you're not. Questions Asked: 1) Are there steps an owner can take in the short term to increase the selling price of a bu…