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The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business

Hosted by The Owner’s Guide · business · EN · 126 episodes

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About this Podcast:

The Owner’s Guide is your go-to manual for navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Forget the glossy brochures filled with idealized success stories. Here, we dive into the gritty realities of business ownership. From payroll panic that keeps you awake at night to marketing blunders that make you cringe, we cover it all. Each episode packs practical tips and honest advice. Think of it as your weekly dose of business therapy, tailored specifically for those in the trenches. Whether you're a solopreneur juggling multiple hats or managing a small team, this guide serves as your operations handbook. You'll find fewer spreadsheets and more genuine conversations that make the journey enjoyable. The Owner’s Guide evolves from our previous series, DIY For Business. We’ve sharpened our focus while maintaining the same real-talk vibe. Our mission is unchanged: to empower you to take control of your business without letting it take control of you. Let’s face the challenge

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What is The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business about?

The Owner’s Guide is your go-to manual for navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Forget the glossy brochures filled with idealized success stories. Here, we dive into the gritty realities of business ownership. From payroll panic that keeps you awake at night to marketing blunders that make you cringe, we cover it all.

Who hosts The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business?

The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business is hosted by The Owner’s Guide. The show has published 126 episodes to date.

What has The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Pickleball Meets Digital Strategy: Launching in Vegas & Marketing with AI" (7 July 2025, 41 minutes), "Turning Conversations into Strategy: How AI Can Supercharge Customer Insights" (7 July 2025, 30 minutes), and "Tariffs, Shipping Chaos, and Smart Business Moves: What You Need to Know Now" (27 May 2025, 33 minutes).

How often does The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business publish?

The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 42 minutes across 126 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business?

Booking probability for The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business's contact route on record: verified email.

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The strongest fits for The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business are Business & Management Consulting and Business & Professional Training. The Owner’s Guide: Strategies to Successfully Start and Grow a Business has a business audience.

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  • Episode #122

    Pickleball Meets Digital Strategy: Launching in Vegas & Marketing with AI

    Jul 7, 202541 minS5

    Russ and Greg drop a major announcement—Greg is entering the world of indoor pickleball with new facilities launching in Las Vegas! Joined by Jennifer Christensen of Beacon Media + Marketing, the trio dives into how to...

  • Episode #121

    Turning Conversations into Strategy: How AI Can Supercharge Customer Insights

    Jul 7, 202530 minS5

    Russ and Greg welcome serial entrepreneur Eli Portnoy, founder of BackEngine.ai , to explore how AI is revolutionizing the way businesses understand and act on customer feedback. From synthesizing data across platforms...

  • Episode #119

    Tariffs, Shipping Chaos, and Smart Business Moves: What You Need to Know Now

    May 27, 202533 minS5

    In this timely episode of DIY For Business , Russ and Greg welcome Abe Orgel of SimpleForwarding.com to unpack the chaos surrounding the recent tariff changes affecting imports from China. They dive into the...

  • Episode #120

    From Burnout to Breakthrough: Scaling Smart with Trek One Capital’s Brandon Davis

    May 27, 202544 minS5

    In this episode of DIY for Business, Russ and Greg sit down with Brandon Davis, founder of Trek One Capital, to dive into the real cost of entrepreneurial growth—and how to scale without burning out. Brandon shares...

  • Episode #118

    From Prison to Profit: Luke Lunkenheimer's Journey of Redemption and Sales Mastery

    May 27, 202545 minS5

    What does it take to turn rock bottom into a launchpad for success? In this gripping episode of DIY For Business, Russ and Greg sit down with Luke Lunkenheimer , founder of Paid to Persuade , to uncover his incredible...

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  • Episode #117

    Launch First: Why Startups Fail and How AI Can Save Them with David Hirschfeld

    Apr 15, 202543 minS5

    In this insightful episode of DIY for Business , Russ and Greg chat with startup strategist and software veteran David Hirschfeld , founder of Tekyz , about why so many startups fail—and how to prevent it. David...

  • Episode #116

    Speak to Grow: The Art of Public Speaking for Business Success

    Mar 31, 202532 minS5

    Public speaking is one of the most powerful tools entrepreneurs and business leaders can use to grow their influence—and their revenue. In this episode of DIY for Business , Russ chats with Blair Bryant Nichols...

  • Episode #115

    AI-Powered Email Marketing: Boost Open Rates & Engagement with Smart Strategies

    Mar 17, 202536 minS5

    AI is transforming email marketing—but are you using it effectively? In this episode of DIY for Business , Russ and Greg dive into AI-driven email campaigns with experts Robin Tully and Michael Levitz of Forecasting (...

  • Episode #114

    AI Marketing for Small Businesses: Smarter Growth on a Budget

    Mar 3, 202545 minS5

    Small businesses no longer need big budgets to compete in social media marketing. In this episode of DIY for Business , Russ and Greg talk with Adam Nathan, CEO and Founder of Blaze AI , about how artificial...

  • Episode #113

    Business Growth: Work-Life Balance, Pricing Strategies, and Disney-Inspired Customer Retention

    Feb 17, 202547 minS5

    In this episode of DIY for Business , Russ sits down with Vance Morris, a business consultant and former Disney leader, to uncover secrets for creating a business that thrives. Vance shares actionable insights on...

  • Episode #112

    Fractional CFOs: Unlocking Financial Strategy and Growth for Your Business

    Feb 3, 202537 minS5

    In this episode of DIY for Business , Russ and Greg discuss fractional CFOs with Luke Boyinger, founder of Cruzumi CFO and Advisory. Luke explains how businesses can benefit from a fractional CFO to navigate financial...

  • Episode #111

    Mastering PR: Building Authentic Brands with Zachary Bernard

    Jan 21, 202540 minS5

    How can small businesses and entrepreneurs use PR to rise above the noise? In this episode of DIY For Business , Russ and Greg chat with PR expert Zachary Bernard , founder of We Feature You PR . Zachary shares his...

  • Episode #110

    Mastering Customer Loyalty: 5 Key Questions Every Business Should Ask

    Jan 6, 202550 minS5

    Discover the secrets to turning one-time buyers into loyal, recurring customers in this insightful episode of DIY for Business. Russ welcomes Guitze Messina, author of Money Call , to break down the science behind...

  • Episode #109

    Pixel Perfection: How to Track, Tweak, and Thrive in Digital Marketing

    Sep 18, 202441 minS5

    Join Russ and Greg as they chat with Peter Murphy Lewis, aka Strategic Pete, a seasoned marketing consultant who lives inside a zoo (literally) and has mastered the art of digital marketing. Dive into Peter’s...

  • Episode #108

    Networking Wins and Fails: How to Make the Most of Your Business Connections

    Sep 5, 202429 minS5

    In this episode of DIY for Business, Russ and Greg share their contrasting networking experiences, from AI conferences to pickleball tournaments, and dive into the secrets of effective networking with expert Michael...

  • Episode #107

    Pickleball Business Insights: Twisted Pickle’s Success Journey

    Aug 6, 202441 minS5

    In this special crossover episode of “DIY for Business,” Russ and Greg are joined by Brigie and the dynamic duo behind Twisted Pickle, Ashley Blakely and Suzanne Griever. Dive into the fascinating world of pickleball...

  • Episode #106

    Mastering Crisis Communication & Negotiation: Insights from FBI Experts

    May 23, 20241h 4mS4

    In this episode of DIY for Business, Russ and Greg are joined by two extraordinary guests, Chip Massey and top DC publicist Adele Gambardella, authors of the book "Convince Me." With backgrounds in crisis communication...

  • Episode #105

    Marketing for Super Villains

    Apr 18, 202440 minS4

    In this vibrant episode of DIY for Business , join Russ and Greg as they explore the dynamic blend of art, co-working spaces, and strategic marketing. With special guest Jesse James Wroblewski , dive into how embracing...

  • Episode #104

    Branding Mastery with Tom Conlon

    Mar 21, 202448 minS4

    In this episode of DIY for Business, join hosts Russ and Greg as they dive into a kaleidoscope of topics from the unexpected lessons of the Oscars and the strategy behind wearing black, to the intriguing world of...

  • Episode #103

    Unlocking Business Growth: Finance & Marketing Insights with CFO Kyle Smith

    Mar 7, 202445 minS4

    Join Russ and Greg on a captivating episode of DIY for Business as they welcome Kyle Smith, CFO and co-founder of Strata Cloud , diving into the crucial interplay between finance and marketing strategies for business...

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