Change Is Coming: How Smart Businesses Pivot, Adapt, and Thrive
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In 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 real-world examples and operational wisdom, all wrapped in humor, practical advice, and a dose of tough love.
You’ll learn:
- Why change is not temporary—and why you can’t ignore it
- How to embrace adaptability as a competitive advantage
- What small businesses must do now to prepare for AI, DEI shifts, and regulatory updates
- How to lead your team through change without burning them out
- 3 must-follow rules to classify employees correctly (and avoid compliance nightmares!)
- Why LinkedIn’s algorithm update is annoying everyone—and how to still win on the platform
Plus, a few entertaining rants (yes, we’re looking at you, AI-generated carousels and Gary Vee clones).
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Chapters
1. Welcome & Intro: Pivoting and change in business (00:00:00)
2. Travel, forums, and the entrepreneurial mindset (00:00:37)
3. Government changes and why businesses must adapt (00:02:22)
4. Embracing change: Adaptability, resilience, and mindset (00:03:08)
5. Understanding long-term shifts vs temporary disruptions (00:05:25)
6. The “moving target” of business strategy (00:06:17)
7. Experience matters: How newer vs seasoned owners react (00:08:51)
8. Managing people and leading through uncertainty (00:09:53)
9. Balancing visionary ideas with operational focus (00:11:01)
10. The AI wave: Adoption, opportunity, and real use cases (00:13:49)
11. Compliance check-in: HR, hiring, and wage classification (00:21:19)
12. Small business trends: AI adoption & smart tools (00:26:45)
13. Social media shifts: LinkedIn algorithm & content strategy (00:29:41)
14. What’s next: Cash flow, business smarts & your feedback! (00:36:00)
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