Empowering Entrepreneurs
Glenn Harper
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With each episode, your hosts Glenn Harper and Julie Smith will help you build your brand, tap into your greatness, and grow as an entrepreneur. Their guests bring intriguing and entertaining clarity to help you increase your confidence in building your business (and enjoy your journey doing it).
Drive your passion, grow your business, and enjoy your journey.
Since beginning Harper & Company CPAs Plus nearly 35 years ago, Glenn continues to evolve and change the way he wants CPAs to be perceived and used by his clients. He and his team are dedicated to helping business owners navigate the uncertain terrain of building the business they are driven to build. Together, Glenn and Julie have helped hundreds of entrepreneurs get off the hamster wheel and move forward to build businesses they love.
This podcast is a reflection of both Glenn's and Julie's passion for helping entrepreneurs discover shortcuts, secrets, and confidence to grow their businesses. As successful entrepreneurs who have both built and grown multiple businesses, they bring advice, experience, and insight needed to address your questions, issues, and problems.
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Nov 15, 2023
From Mexico to Wisconsin, The Success Story of Miguel Leal, the Godfather of Mexican Cheese
We have the privilege of hearing from a remarkable guest, Miguel Leal, who is known as the "godfather of Mexican cheese." Miguel has not only conquered the cheese world but has also found success in real estate and the food industry. He has ventured into organic farming, aiming to educate and support farmers in capitalizing on the growing demand for organic food. But that's not all - Miguel has even developed his own breed of dogs for hunting, search and rescue, and guarding. We are honored to have him join us on the show today.
During our conversation, Miguel shares his inspiring journey, from humble beginnings in the cheese industry to building a thriving business that could function without his full involvement. We discuss the importance of support, concentration, and seizing opportunities while also being cautious about spending recklessly and getting into debt. We also delve into the decision-making process of exiting a business venture and exploring other opportunities as entrepreneurs.
Not only does Miguel share his personal experiences, but we also explore the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, including language barriers and knowing when to move on from one venture to the next. We also touch upon the speaker's own involvement with the University of Wisconsin, where they are working on consistency in cheese and breeding dogs, as well as organic farming. With so many exciting endeavors, we can't help but wonder how many more projects the speaker has in the pipeline.
His book, The House That Cheese Built.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Nov 1, 2023
The Secrets of SinglesSwag: Jonathan Beskin's Story of Building a Unique Subscription Business
Jonathan Beskin is the Founder and CEO of SinglesSwag, a subscription service designed to empower single women. In less than five years, Jonathan's startup has accumulated $60 million in revenue. He has been featured twice in the Inc. 5000 list.
Jonathan Beskin began his career in banking, but quickly realized that it wasn't his true passion. Despite always wanting to be an entrepreneur, Jonathan struggled with self-doubt and anxiety. His entrepreneurial journey started while he was a business school student at FAU, where he enrolled in an executive program designed for working professionals.
During this program, Jonathan studied real-life case studies of businesses with recurring revenue models, such as Netflix and Birchbox. Inspired by these discussions, he made the decision to focus on starting his own recurring revenue model business instead of solely advancing his career. Jonathan chose to keep his current job and devoted his efforts to building his own business in this field.
Jonathan shares his experiences, challenges, and successes as an entrepreneur, providing valuable insights for aspiring business leaders. Here are three key takeaways from this inspiring episode:
🔑 1. Embracing Anxiety as Fuel: Jonathan discusses how he channels his baseline level of anxiety into his business. By thinking about various aspects, such as competitors, customers, and industry trends, he stays ahead in the game and drives positive change.
🔑 2. The Power of Discipline: Jonathan's marathon running background has taught him the importance of discipline, which he believes is crucial for entrepreneurial success. He shares how sacrifices and a strong work ethic have helped him maintain focus and build a thriving business.
🔑 3. Delegating and Prioritizing: As his business grew, Jonathan realized the need to delegate tasks and prioritize higher-level strategic decisions. He reflects on the challenges of letting go, trusting others, and becoming a better leader.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Oct 18, 2023
Robert Glazer and Navigating Remote Entrepreneurship Challenges and Advantages
We have an exciting episode lined up for you, featuring Robert Glazer, a seasoned entrepreneur who has been fully remote for over a decade. In this episode, Robert shares his insights and experiences on remote work, leadership, and finding your authentic management style.
Here are some key takeaways from the episode:
🌍 Remote Work: Robert discusses how his company was built around remote work long before COVID, highlighting the importance of building systems and culture for remote teams. He also touches on the challenges of having a fully remote team versus incorporating remote employees into in-person meetings.
💡 The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Robert explores the distinction between "intrepreneurs" and entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the need to understand your risk tolerance and willingness to adapt to uncertainty in order to find your authentic path as an entrepreneur.
📈 Leadership and Personal Values: Robert delves into the significance of aligning your personal core values with your leadership style, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and gaining experience before diving into leadership development.
💪 Overcoming Challenges: Robert shares his experiences with overcoming challenges and making tough decisions as an entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of perseverance and learning from the difficult times in order to grow.
🌟 The Journey: Lastly, Robert discusses the importance of being interested in the people and the journey rather than solely focusing on company success. He also reflects on the evolving nature of identity as an entrepreneur and the need to continually challenge and redefine ourselves.
Robert Glazer is a prominent figure in the world of affiliate and partner marketing. As the founder of Acceleration Partners, he has built a successful agency that specializes in helping brands establish and manage large-scale digitized partnerships. Unlike traditional models where partners are paid per click or impression, Glazer's innovative approach ensures partners are compensated in real-time for the leads or sales they generate. With a team of nearly 325 professionals spread across multiple countries, Acceleration Partners has become the leading firm in this field, overseeing some of the largest affiliate programs globally.
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Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Oct 10, 2023
Amazon Expert Mike Begg's Entrepreneurial Journey
Welcome back to another episode of Empowering Entrepreneurs! In this episode, we have the privilege of hearing from Mike Begg, a seasoned entrepreneur who has navigated the ups and downs of the business world with great success.
Here are 3 key takeaways from our conversation with Mike:
1️⃣ Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth: Mike's story is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability. When faced with setbacks, he not only found solutions but also identified new business opportunities. As leaders, we should embrace challenges, seek out solutions, and remain open to evolving our businesses.
2️⃣ Focus on your strengths and leverage them: Mike realized that his success came from his ability to sell, market, and advertise products on the Amazon platform. This self-awareness prompted him to transition into the agency and marketing world, helping companies navigate the Amazon platform. Identifying your strengths and finding ways to leverage them can be a game-changer for your business.
3️⃣ Find your ideal clients: Mike discovered the importance of working with clients who are engaged in the growth process and have a clear vision. He found that smaller companies aiming to reach eight-figure revenues, rather than multi-billion dollar companies, were a better fit for his agency. Understanding your ideal client profile can help you focus your efforts and drive better results.
Mike shares his strategies, lessons learned, and the breakthroughs that led to the growth and evolution of his business. Get ready to be inspired and empowered to overcome obstacles and drive your entrepreneurial dreams forward. Let's dive in!
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Oct 4, 2023
How Mike Jesowshek Built a Successful Cloud-Based Accounting Firm
On this episode of Empowering Entrepreneurs, we have a special guest, Mike Jesowshek, who shares his unique journey of becoming an accountant.
Starting out in the online marketing industry, Mike took a different approach to building his accounting firm. With no prior experience of working in an accounting firm, he had to learn how to run one on his own. Mike started a cloud-based accounting firm, which was not very common at the time, and he emphasizes the freedom and control that comes with building your own business.
However, he also acknowledges the challenges and tough times that entrepreneurs face.
One of the struggles Mike faced was hiring employees who could replicate his own work style. However, he soon realized that he needed individuals who could bring fresh ideas and different approaches to the table.
With this mindset shift, Mike found that different styles and approaches actually brought positive results and allowed his business to grow. Mike also talks about the initial struggle of selling every opportunity to make money in order to support himself. He highlights the importance of transitioning away from this approach to have room to breathe and grow.
Check out his podcast.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Sep 20, 2023
Rethinking Success: Laura Gassner Otting's Quest for Impact, Freedom, and Profit
WSJ Best Selling Author of Wonderhell. Motivator. Instigator. Provocateur. As she says, "I get people unstuck."
Laura Gassner Otting spent two decades working in executive search, where she discovered an important truth - people only move for two reasons: love or money. Whether it's the love of someone or the potential for financial gain, these are the driving forces behind relocation. And it was no different for Laura when she made a life-changing decision based on both love and money. Lured by an opportunity and with her partner having a job, Laura made a bold move towards a new chapter in her life.
In this episode, Laura dives deep into her journey as an entrepreneur, sharing valuable lessons and insights that every business owner should hear. Here are three key takeaways to get you inspired:
1️⃣ Envision Your Ideal Life: Laura reminds us of the importance of envisioning the lifestyle we want and creating a business that supports it. By determining the cost of our desired lifestyle, we can reevaluate our business size and prioritize our goals accordingly.
2️⃣ Building a Purpose-Driven Culture: Laura's "St. Martin manifesto" emphasizes the need for clear guidelines and values that dictate company culture. By incentivizing the right behavior and nurturing a supportive community, entrepreneurs can create a happier and more productive work environment.
3️⃣ Leveraging Strategic Thinking: As entrepreneurs, we must identify the highest and best use of our time. Delegating tasks and empowering our team to suggest solutions allows us to focus on strategic thinking and growth, ultimately driving long-term success.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Sep 12, 2023
Transforming Tax Strategies: Jackie Meyer's Journey to Empowering Entrepreneurs
In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting the remarkable Jackie Meyer, a visionary tax strategist and the founder of a highly successful tax advisory firm. Jackie's journey from a traditional approach to a trailblazing entrepreneur will inspire and motivate you to create the business of your dreams.
We dive into Jackie's transformative experiences. From seeking guidance from a business coach to developing unique packages for high-net-worth entrepreneurs, Jackie set out on a path that quadrupled her firm's revenue and allowed her to focus on clients who align with her vision.
But it doesn't stop there. Jackie shares her strategies for reducing work hours and embracing a flexible lifestyle, all while creating an entirely virtual and paperless business long before the COVID-19 pandemic. She also reveals how a life-changing event compelled her to prioritize family and the importance of building a business that supports personal values.
Throughout this episode, you'll discover Jackie's philosophy on the power of trust and empowerment, not only in her own business but also in the entrepreneurial community at large. She encourages listeners to lean on the vast resources available and seek support from fellow entrepreneurs. Jackie's insights will leave you inspired to make proactive decisions and take action, rather than waiting for circumstances to force your hand.
So, grab your headphones and prepare for an insightful conversation with Jackie Meyer as we explore her journey of transforming her business, overcoming challenges, and leaving a lasting impact on the accounting industry.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Sep 6, 2023
Time Management and Planning for Women with Megan Sumrell, The Pink Bee
Megan Sumrell, founder of The Pink Bee, joins hosts Glenn Harper and Julie Smith to discuss her time management framework and how it empowers entrepreneurs.
Megan shares her nine core components of time management, with a particular focus on setting boundaries. By clearly communicating and establishing boundaries, entrepreneurs can manage their time more effectively and set expectations for others.
Megan provides three options for people to ask questions and sets specific core hours for response, reducing anxiety and providing clarity for new customers. The importance of maintaining a separation between personal and work time is also emphasized.
Megan's expertise in time management and annual planning comes from her participation in high-level masterminds with successful entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to determine how many hours they want to work and how much money they want to earn. By challenging their team to increase revenue and profit margins without working more hours, entrepreneurs can prioritize time freedom and financial freedom over simply building a multi-million dollar business. Megan emphasizes the importance of aligning revenue goals with personal values and long-term life plans.
Learn how to effectively manage your time, set boundaries, and achieve both personal and professional success.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Aug 16, 2023
Chad Brown, Leadership Coach - Not Your Typical Leadership Guru
Have you ever lost everything? Our latest episode of the podcast features a story of risk, loss, and eventual transformation. Chad Brown formed a real estate firm with a partner and several investors before the 2008 economic crisis hit, causing them to lose every single investment. This led to not only a deep depression but financial struggles that affected his personal finances as well.
Chad's story highlights the importance of self-discovery and feedback to identify blind spots and ignored issues within ourselves. Excuses weaken character, but taking responsibility is emphasized in the self-discovery process. By using this methodology, Chad transformed a financial planner’s life from complaining about his team's lack of dedication to becoming more attentively focused on his employees.
Chad primarily works with small and medium-sized business founders, helping them navigate, manage, and lead their businesses effectively. He believes it's important to have people in our lives that give honest feedback, even when it feels uncomfortable.
If you want to learn more about the speaker's methods and insights, we suggest starting with Naked Leadership Podcast hosted by Chad, Adrian, and Dan. In Episode Episode 145, This Is How We Do Confrontation, you'll see how Chad and his team process and work through tough situations.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Aug 1, 2023
Sales Maven Nikki Rausch
On this episode of Empowering Entrepreneurs, we have the pleasure of hosting Nikki Rausch, the Sales Maven. Nikki shares her journey from not initially aspiring to be an entrepreneur due to witnessing financial struggles in her family's tool store, to unintentionally embarking on her entrepreneurial path. She found her calling in teaching people how to sell and started her own business after not landing a sales job.
Nikki talks about her realization that something was missing in her life while working in the tech industry and attending trade shows. This led her to leave her job, interview in a different industry, and discover a passion for networking with passionate entrepreneurs. Recognized for her sales skills, Nikki was encouraged to pursue it as a business.
One of Nikki's biggest fears as an entrepreneur was feeling like she had nothing unique to say. She overcame this fear by giving talks at various events to refine her message and found that discussing buying signals resonated with the audience. She wrote a book on the topic and focuses on doubling down on topics that resonate with people.
The hardest part for entrepreneurs, according to Nikki, is feeling like they have to do everything themselves. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's weaknesses, empowering others, and giving up control. While it can be a risk, relinquishing control often leads to positive experiences and growth.
Nikki's business was successful but required a significant amount of her time. However, a mentor challenged her belief that she had to work harder to achieve more success. This led her to pare down her offers and create a group coaching program called the sales management society. By putting the content behind a paid wall, Nikki freed up more time in her business and saw an increase in her income.
Throughout her journey, Nikki recognized the importance of mentors. From her grandfather to mentors in high school and her sales career, they have all played a significant role in her success. She also highlights the value of investing in support, such as hiring an online business manager and an assistant to manage overwhelming email volume.
With her expertise in sales, presentation skills, and background in neurolinguistic programming (NLP), Nikki has built a successful business. She shares how her style resonated with audiences early on, leading to growth and recognition.
Join us on this episode of Empowering Entrepreneurs as we dive deep into Nikki Rausch's inspiring journey and learn valuable insights on selling, empowering others, and the importance of mentors in entrepreneurship.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Jul 25, 2023
Alan "F3 Zorro" (Chief Disruption Officer) "Blake" Blakeborough, Co-Founder of Tax Titans
On this episode of Empowering Entrepreneurs, Glenn and Julie are joined by special guest Alan "Blake" Blakeborough, co-founder of Tax Titans. Tax Titans is a company that specializes in helping small businesses and individuals with tax filings, and it is staffed by veterans or spouses of veterans.
During the episode, Blake discusses the lack of networking opportunities for solo practitioners and small firms in the accounting industry, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and camaraderie. Drawing from their military experience, Blake compares the sense of teamwork and support in the military to the need for entrepreneurs to persevere and rely on others to achieve their goals.
Blake reflects on his upbringing, including their father's entrepreneurial journey and the lessons they learned about adaptability and handling setbacks. They also touch on the importance of finding like-minded individuals who share the same vision when assembling a team.
Additionally, Blake shares his mo…
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Jul 18, 2023
Michael Hsu from DeepSky and The Measure X Hack Method
On this episode of Empowering Entrepreneurs, Glenn and Julie invite special guest Michael Hsu to share his journey as a successful entrepreneur. Michael emphasizes the importance of learning from successful individuals who have already navigated similar paths and the value of networking and building connections.
Michael reflects on his initial foray into accounting, which was initially driven by his mother's persuasion, only to realize it wasn't the right path for him. However, he persevered, starting his first business as a CFO company.
The discussion delves into Michael's transition from a sole entrepreneur to building a business that involves employing others and establishing systems and processes. He emphasizes the importance of expanding one's network and being known by others, highlighting the crucial role networking plays in an entrepreneur's success.
Throughout the episode, Michael shares personal anecdotes and stories that influenced his mindset, such as his dream of buildi…
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Jul 5, 2023
Balancing Personal Financial Goals with a Bigger Purpose with Zack Geist
Zack Geist is our guest. He is the founder and owner of Student Loan Tutor, the US's largest student loan advisory company.
Zach shares his journey to entrepreneurship and how books inspired him to achieve success. He stresses the importance of finding one's sufficiency number and how serving others is personal sufficiency.
Zach discusses his experiences with networking marketing, selling something they didn't have, and overcoming rejection. He also talks about his dedication to serving clients, their spiritual ambitions, and their aversion to underpaying people.
Listeners will gain insight into navigating the financial matrix, playing an infinite game, and balancing personal financial goals with being generous.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA…
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Jun 21, 2023
Turning Pain into Comfort: The CBD Business Journey with Pamela Katz
We get an inspiring glimpse into the world of entrepreneurship with Pamela Katz, the founder of Your CBD Haven.
Pamela shares her journey of starting her own business and educating people about the benefits of CBD. With her passion for helping people and her background in advertising and marketing, she has managed to create a comfortable haven for her customers while inspiring older folks to pursue their dreams and start their own businesses. She emphasizes the importance of branding, marketing, and building relationships with people to succeed in any business.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to start their own business or seeking inspiration to pursue their passions.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want t…
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Jun 7, 2023
From Tech to Art: Finding Purpose with Marc Scheff Coaching and Illustration
Entrepreneurship is a challenging but rewarding journey and for those looking to embark on this path, having a support system and a clear sense of purpose is crucial. With a focus on the importance of finding one's passion and purpose, guest Marc Scheff from Marc Scheff Coaching shares his journey from the tech industry to coaching and art, and emphasizes the importance of finding one's passion and purpose in life.
This podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to embark on the challenging and rewarding journey of entrepreneurship.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partners…
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May 17, 2023
Entrepreneurship: A Candid Conversation with Janel Sykora
Janel Sykora, founder of Thought Leader Creative, shares her inspiring journey towards entrepreneurship and valuable insights for those looking to take the leap.
She emphasizes the importance of starting a side hustle before quitting a day job and understanding one's niche and customer to add value and succeed as an entrepreneur. As someone who loves helping CPA firms achieve their goals, Sykora believes that passion and problem-solving should be the driving forces behind entrepreneurship, not just making money.
With a virtual assistant, a good writer, and a business advisor, scaling a business efficiently is possible. Plus, the conversation briefly touches on the topic of closet organization, adding a touch of relatable humor.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At H…
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May 3, 2023
The Julie
The accounting industry can be a lonely and overwhelming place for many professionals. The high level of responsibility can lead to a feeling of isolation and an inability to focus on growth and expansion. However, one solution to this problem is recognizing the need for a strong operations person in the accounting firm, as Glenn Harper did after seeing the success of clients who had one.
Harper, who runs the EmpowerCPA business alongside his partner Julie Smith, realized that a common factor among his most successful clients was the presence of a strong operations person, whether it was a COO or a practice manager. He recognized that he, as an accountant, was not skilled in operations and needed someone who was process-driven and organized to help the company grow.
"The Julie" was born.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
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Apr 19, 2023
What it Means to Be a Director of Operations in a Small Firm with Elle Smith
Listeners will gain valuable insight into the challenges faced by small law firms and learn how to effectively manage a team while balancing a successful career and household responsibilities as a working mom.
Guest Elle Smith, Director of Operations and Client Experience at a law firm, shares her experiences in leadership positions and emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and listening. The episode also delves into the significance of healthy conflict and tension for growth and highlights the role of an operations manager in bridging the gap between the firm owner and the employees.
Entrepreneurs looking to overcome the challenges of entrepreneurship will find this podcast episode both insightful and empowering.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At H…
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Apr 5, 2023
Purpose, Pajamas, and Perseverance: A Conversation with Genevieve Piturro
Genevieve Piturro shares her inspiring journey from corporate America to founding the nonprofit organization, Pajama Program. She believes in the power of human connection and finding one's purpose, and her superpower is connecting heart to heart. Piturro shares insights on balancing emotional journeys with business, teaches the importance of face-to-face communication, and helps individuals and businesses find their purpose.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for inspiration, guidance, and practical advice on pursuing their goals and making a difference in the world.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow fo…
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Mar 22, 2023
Real Estate Entrepreneurship: Simply Do It with Dani Beit-Or
Entrepreneur Dani Beit-Or shares his journey from starting a small business in high school to pursuing his passion for real estate investing in the United States. He discusses his superpower of open communication, listening, and containing difficult situations, and how he uses it to help his clients simplify the real estate investment process.
Dani emphasizes the importance of having good advisors and CPAs for entrepreneurs and offers his expertise and approachability to listeners looking for guidance in their business ventures.
Hear how Dani's persistence and passion have led to his success in real estate investing and helping others achieve their goals.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the li…
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Mar 8, 2023
From Building a Team to Setting Prices with Dr. Christopher H. Loo
We just had a really cool conversation with Dr. Christopher Loo on Financial Freedom for Physicians Podcast.
It's the funniest thing ever when you're talking about entrepreneurs and physicians in particular. It's hard for physicians not to want to do everything perfectly and stay outside their own lane. If they do what they're supposed to do and hire a team around them, they're probably going to be very successful a lot quicker than if they tried to do everything at once.
A couple of important areas we cover with Dr. Loo is when setting prices for services, it is important to reverse engineer and understand what the market will bear. Julie advises entrepreneurs and business owners to look at their value from an emotionless standpoint and not devalue themselves.
You also need to understand the difference between being a business owner and a doer. Glenn emphasizes that entrepreneurs should know what they don't know and strive for perfection.
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Feb 22, 2023
Rise and Shine: An Inspiring Conversation with Phil Yeager, from Yaeger CPA Review
Glenn Harper and Julie Smith have an inspiring discussion with successful CPA and entrepreneur Phil Yeager about his incredible journey.
Phil shares his struggles and successes in his journey, and what it took to turn his vision into a successful business. He also provides invaluable lessons he has learned along the way, from pivoting to teaching classes online to finding the right employees.
Hear inspiring advice from Phil on how entrepreneurs can overcome the valleys and reach the peaks.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us…
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Feb 8, 2023
Stress Less: Kelli Risse's Untraditional Journey To Unlocking Your Best Self
Kelli Risse is a mindset coach, stress management coach, and speaker who has a master's degree in dance education was an elementary educator for 15 years and started a direct sales health and wellness business before beginning her own coaching business.
Kelli created a weekly porch dance routine during the 2020 pandemic to bring joy to her community and left teaching to pursue a career in direct sales and eventually start her own business. Kelli believes that the current generation needs to be taught how to use stress in a positive way and to be resilient. Overcoming her fear of what other people would think of her by surrounding herself with like-minded people and mentors, Kelli found it difficult to adjust to working alone and had to find ways to stay motivated and productive.
Kelli also believes that marketing is more important than selling and that there is no endgame for entrepreneurs. Her superpower is asking the right questions to help people make the changes they want in thei…
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Jan 25, 2023
What Entrepreneurs Lack, But Need
We had a couple of interesting things happen over the past week. A few articles came out and they just kind of corroborated some things that we hear our new clients say when they come into our advisory office.
One of them is that 70% of entrepreneurs and small business owners do not have an accountant.
Most entrepreneurs handle "the books" themselves. But what it comes down to is that even if you can type in data, are you putting it in the right spot? Is it going to generate a report that's going to tell you something that's relevant?
If you're just entering data into a program and then you just enter that in your tax return, of course, that is a function that needs to be done. But if you're not interpreting that, if you're not looking at things and trying to find out what our margin really is, say, are you really profitable in this division? What are you really making a profit at? Why are these expenses higher or lower? Are you the right entity type? What's your tax situation?
Thi…
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Jan 11, 2023
Top 3 Things An Entrepreneur Needs To Do In The New Year
It's a new year, and a new beginning for all of us as entrepreneurs. Here's our opportunity to start the year in the right direction.
In this episode, we talk about the importance of planning and goal setting, the benefits of engaging with and seeking advice from trusted advisors, and how to create and implement a personal and business manifesto. We dive into the unique challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship and empower aspiring entrepreneurs to take action and bring their vision to life. We hope you will walk away with the knowledge and motivation to make the most of your entrepreneurial pursuits in 2023 and beyond!
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do…
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Dec 28, 2022
The Year That Was
As we enter into season 2 of our podcast, we enjoy getting feedback from you, our listeners, that you are getting value from our great guests sharing their stories on their "how," their "why," and their "would, could or should haves."
It's been a great experience for us to sit across the table or sit on a Zoom call with them and really watch people have "aha moments." Because as entrepreneurs, we don't necessarily have time to sit back and reflect or have awareness of where we were and where we are.
We've really made our guests take a moment, reflect, and be able to have those "Wow, I really did that" moments.
And we know this is probably the only time that our guests don't have their phones on and working when they're doing the podcast with us. So they literally do have to focus and reflect.
Thanks for a great season 1 in 2022, and we look forward to bringing you more insights on Empowering Entrepreneurs during season 2 in 2023.
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Dec 7, 2022
Maura Giannobile, The Home + Haven Co
From medical supply sales, to now interior design, Maura's entrepreneurial journey is one to learn from.
As Maura notes, "Know that there's a whole world out there of other things you can do. You just have to be committed to that and to learning those businesses."
We welcome Maura Ginnobile, the owner of The Home + Haven Co and Everwoods Cabins Rentals.
Her start in medical supply sales (which she hated but loved the money), led her to her entrepreneurial career in interior design. And what a start - right before the COVID shutdown.
She is now to a point, being a serial entrepreneur with her husband, adding staff. She talks about how she is approaching this, all the while keeping her brand strong. And how growing the team can be difficult.
She is now delegating her work to accommodate what is important to her, her family, and her life. But when you gain the time, how do you NOT fill it with more business craziness?
Brand building is a major part of both businesses. She goes into…
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Nov 23, 2022
Seek Your Mentor
Today’s business landscape for entrepreneurs is complex and changing. Navigating and maneuvering it is critical.
Having a mentor provides an opportunity for guidance and advice that will allow you to take on entrepreneurial opportunities that you otherwise may not have.
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account.
Copyright 2023 Glenn Harper
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Oct 26, 2022
Ernie Villany from Boulder Valley CPAs
A big thanks to Ernie Villany from Boulder Valley CPAs for spending time with us on this episode.
Little known fact - he appeared on Late Night with David Letterman not once, but twice!
Ernie talks about his big move from NY to Colorado. It was a big chance, and he had lots of chances for it not to work - but he talks about HOW he made it work.
Did you always want to be an entrepreneur? - According to Ernie, it was hard to avoid, as it was always a family thing.
What would he say makes him successful in what he does? Advising his clients is key to his firm, but his days working for the IRS has been priceless.
You can't do it all yourself (although that is what got him to where he is today). Ernie talks about when he finally recognized he couldn't do it all himself
One of the most important parts of recognizing you can't do it all by yourself is when you surround yourself with people "that are smarter than you."
What was your biggest fear when making that transition to being an e…
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Oct 12, 2022
Working Moms
In a recent Barna survey, working mothers shared that they are feeling overwhelmed, navigating workplace shifts, and desiring time to prioritize self-care.
So we thought we talk to a group of working moms (and their kids!).
We talk with...
* Nicole Thousand, from Thousand CPA
* Janel Sykora, from Thought Leader Creative
* Rebekah Scott, from Rebekah Scott Designs
* Brittany Casarez, from Boulder Valley CPAs
* and our own Julie Smith
Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success
Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today.
Download our free guide - Entrepren…
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Sep 28, 2022
Building External and Internal Teams For Your Business
Growing a business? It takes more than just a founder to make it happen. Learn how to build an internal and external team that will keep the business going strong.
When you start out as an entrepreneur, you probably are going to need mostly an external team. And the external team would be the people that you've hired to navigate the spaces that you just have no idea about. And that would be legal, your business advisory, and accounting. You've got to have insurance people, you've got to have banking relationships.
These are things that you may think as an entrepreneur, you can't afford to pay for that and you can do yourself. I assure you. The sooner you engage those individuals to help you, the quicker you'll reach your successful point.
How about the internal team?
It's based on a need, not necessarily a want. So what do you need? What are your strengths? What are your weaknesses and can you bring in someone to take you to the next level? Should it be exactly who you are? And the…
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Sep 14, 2022
Dave Lukas from Misfit Entrepreneur Podcast
How can structure equal freedom?
Dave Lukas is our guest, and he dives into this and more.You'll find with a lot of successful entrepreneurs and even those that you see and look up to as top entrepreneurs and visionaries and founders. Structure equals freedom. And a lot of people don't understand that. They hear that and like, what do you mean structure equals freedom? The more discipline and structure you have in your regiment, the more you can get done, and the more productive you can be. So I'm highly structured and how I do things.
But there is a second part to structure equalling freedom...It's one thing to be structured, but it's another thing that you hit the ground running and know what you're going to do. So the other side of it is planning. So every Sunday I sit down and I actually am old school. So I actually sit down for half an hour and I write out by the day for the week coming what I'm going to do and what I need to do. So my top things that I need to get accomplished…
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Aug 24, 2022
Will Hill from Will Hill Consults
Will Hill Consults was started from a passion for seeing firms and firm leaders make positive change come to life.
Will has spent over 20 years working with firms to operate more efficiently, and in ways that drive value to their customers. This experience combined with a passion for truly seeing change take place led Will to launch Will Hill Consults in 2022.
As Will explains in this episode, the coaching and consulting services from Will Hill Consults are separated into 2 categories: What they can do _for_ your firm, and what they can do _with_ your firm.So for any firm I'm able to help with working through their processes and being kind of technology independent in that regard, but really saying what do we need to do to fix that process? A lot of it around things that touch both the staff and the clients.
Here is what Will sees in his clients...They have hearts of teachers and they actually care about their clients and the welfare of their clients. And that's why I enjoy working…
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Aug 10, 2022
Lexie Maitland - Lifestyle and Competition Prep Coach
She's a driving force for promoting and helping individuals identify and achieve their physical fitness, nutrition and bodybuilding goals. Her social media platforms have been growing and influencing countless followers. We welcome Lexie Maitland as our guest.
You're a fitness fanatic, which is kind of exciting. How did you get involved with that?I've always been athletic. Growing up, it's kind of been like my identity. Everybody has always known me to be a very active, sports-driven individual. So I was a competitive gymnast starting when I was seven. And then throughout high school I was I joined the cheer team. But on top of that, I also started running with my mom and we did a couple of half marathons together. My dad basically one day was like, Lexi, you need to try something else out. So he got me a personal trainer at the local gym, and so I started with that. He started teaching me the proper way to actually weight lift, I just grew to really love it and started doing my own r…
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Jul 27, 2022
Jon Appino from Contract Diagnostics
Contract Diagnostics is a nationwide consulting company, not a law firm, and the ONLY company that specializes 100% in physician contract review.
Jon's team of contract review specialists has served many thousands of physicians in all specialties across all 50 states.
Contract Diagnostics was formed in 2011 and has been Jon’s passion ever since. He is dedicated to the education of physicians in the non-clinical (business) aspect of medicine.
Had you been an entrepreneur before? Growing up as a kid?Oh, funny enough. So I started a stereo company Car Stereos when I was 17, not because I wanted to have a big company and make a lot of money. There were certain brands of stereo equipment that we wanted in Brookings, and there was one, one small stereo company, and they didn't have the good brands and we didn't feel like they gave the customer a good deal. And so my friend and I started a company at 17 just so we could get our brands, and it did well. It's still going successfully under…
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Jul 13, 2022
Kristen Deese - Business Coach and Systems Genius
As she notes on LI, Kristen Deese is ..."Systems Genius, Business Coach, CBC and Co-Author of When Your Business Partner is Your Spouse, I am the brains behind the Braun of our plumbing, HVAC and remediation company. I’ve been in the trades, running the behind-the-scenes functions, serving all our businesses as the CFO, for nearly 20 years."
She continues - "What really gets me FIRED UP is coaching and training other business owners in our industry how to make more profit. There are plenty of people out there to help these businesses generate higher sales – that’s not what I do – I teach them how to make more money."
As a business coach, she goes beyond the typical CPA numbers and looks at business' growth areas.You celebrate the wins and then you also mourn the losses when you're going over that information with those business centers. But it is also really exciting to be able to see growth in the business and in the leadership capabilities of owners when you've spent the ti…
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Jun 22, 2022
Kyle Morris from The Golf Room and The Golf Room Everywhere
Our guest is Kyle Morris, a serial entrepreneur, and owner of The Golf Room and The Golf Room Everywhere.
He played professional golf for what would have been about 8 to 9 years and then played 40 weeks a year and 20 countries, traveling with his kids and wife. But things had to change.We were traveling the first six months of my first born Adler's life. He was sleeping in hotel rooms. He was born on June 9th. We left on June 23rd, and he didn't sleep in his own bed until the middle of November. And then that next year she goes, "That's not happening anymore." So then we moved home back to Ohio from Scottsdale, where I'm originally from, still playing, and then started teaching and kind of felt God moving me into a different direction.
How did The Golf Room come about?One of my good buddies had, like, a man cave in his basement. So I said, Hey, I need to build a man cave like you. He says, Hey, I've got this little place like this little room that you could practice out of. I started…
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Jun 8, 2022
Adam Tarnow - Leadership Training and Consulting
Adam Tarnow is our guest. He is the founder of Adam Tarnow & Company, a leadership development firm located in Dallas, TX. They develop customized training to equip professionals with the soft skills they need to become excellent leaders.
What does Adam do for his clients?Curation is a word that I'm starting to really grow comfortable with. When I first thought about what I wanted to do as a consulting firm focused on leadership development, I was thinking that I would develop my own custom content or come up with my own custom content, and I do that. But then I realized there's really nothing new under the sun, right? A lot of what I do is I'm standing on the shoulders of other great authors or thinkers and the ideas that they've shared with the world. And I'm just kind of organizing all of that. So I really do think curation is a very accurate way to describe what I do. And when I present this content to my clients, the only customized piece that I get to add to it or where I get to…
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May 25, 2022
Glenn Dunlap - Being An Entrepreneur Across Multiple Industries
We welcome Glenn Dunlap, who is the Co-Founder & CEO of Peerview Data, a SaaS firm that specializes in benchmarking and comparative analytics solutions for CPA firms.
And like most entrepreneurs, Glenn runs several companies.
Prior to launching Peerview Data, Dunlap was a Co-Founder and Managing Director of Milestone Advisors, an accounting and advisory firm, where he provided business strategy, corporate finance, and part-time CFO services to emerging market companies.
In 2006, Dunlap also launched Big League Tours, a tour operations business that provides unique, high-end tours to all of the Major League Baseball stadiums. In 2016, the company became an Official Partner of Major League Baseball and now hosts 40+ baseball tours annually. Dunlap started the business out of a passion for the sport, the enjoyment of traveling to baseball venues, and the desire to see all 30 stadiums with his dad & son (which he has completed!).
So what is Glenn's Peerview Data philosophy when he sees…
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May 11, 2022
Bill Konves - Trusted Advisor for Entrepreneurs Looking to Scale
Bill is one of those guys you can say is on top of his game.
Entrepreneurs seek him out to be behind the scenes to solve problems, act as a sounding board, mediate disputes, and address issues in front of the c-suite. He utilizes his strong marketing background, to facilitate growth, sales, and marketing strategy and incorporate measures to ensure revenue generation, cost reduction, and risk mitigation for his clients.
As he states...I help business owners, successful business owners, scale their business, bring in the right players, mostly around marketing a lot of businesses that are trying to scale. They have a hard time finding the right marketing partners to help that without hiring full-time staff. And that's not always the best solution.
How were you able to cultivate all your key relationships over your career? How did you figure out the key to that success?A lot of it starts with people like Glenn and networking with Glenn. Networking with other people in our group, masterm…
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Apr 27, 2022
Shawn Parikh - An Entrepreneur in Two Countries
Shawn Parikh is the Founder-Chairman of Entigrity Offshore Staffing. A Chartered Accountant by qualification, he has over 15 years of experience of being a problem solver for small to mid-size firms and over time he has given consultation to thousands of CPAs, accountants and tax pros.
What does he feel is his role is in the entrepreneurs' journey?What I've realized is accountants are big enablers in the journey of entrepreneurs. I am a big, big believer in small businesses and entrepreneurship. And accountants play a very big role there. And I'm happy that in some small way I'm helping that community, although I'm not an accountant myself. But I consider myself fortunate that I have been an accountant where I have enabled those entrepreneurs who have been either starting the business or wanted to grow the business.
What are the challenges in being an entrepreneur with businesses in two countries?I think it's tough to leave sometimes family back and travel for months together. I used…
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Apr 13, 2022
Rebekah Scott from Rebekah Scott Designs
In 2003, Rebekah Scott used her curtains to make handbags for holiday presents.
That's a humble beginning.
Now, their team of 20 seamstresses hand sews bags and accessories for people across the nation! Every stitch and cut is done right here in the upper Midwest by mostly work-from-home women.
They exist to help women realize their creativity and to feel more self-confident in their ability to tackle all of their roles. They know women gain confidence and positivity when they create, and can then love themselves and others better.
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Running a business doesn’t have to run your life.
Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business.
Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifes…
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Mar 23, 2022
Wayne Shelton and Ryan Conn from Shelton & Associates
What a great story behind the changes that have occurred over the last few years at Shelton & Associates!We have transitioned from a full-service accounting firm where we have historically considered ourselves as a tax factory, and we now specialize in being advisors and relationships with our clients and working with them to just establish their best practices, build a long-lasting and mutually beneficial relationship where they can reach their financial goals through our expertise, to our advice and through our building with them over time.
Wayne knew he had to change his business model for the company. But he didn't have the right person in place to do that - until Ryan. He was able to take his background in Law Enforcement to drive the company.We wanted to empower our staff. And so that was a big part of it. They take ownership of their situation. They take ownership of their clients. They get excited. Like, I get to do the bigger work, the bigger stuff, and I'm also getting to se…
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Mar 9, 2022
Don Ross from Ross Wealth Advisors
Our guest is Don Ross from Ross Wealth Advisors.
As Don explains, they believe everyone should be able to live the retirement they’ve always wanted. Their team of professionals can help their clients create a well-thought-out strategy, using a variety of investments and insurance products and services, to help them address their financial needs and concerns.
But how did he get here, offering the sage advice he gives his clients?OJT - on-the-job training. Thirty-three years. That's the unique thing of what we do. We are an independent fiduciary. So it's our job to build you the best plan. We work with a lot of singles, widows, widowers, everybody situation's unique.
Don talk about how he has always had an entrepreneurial spirit. Just jump in and do it.I was about 12 years old, and I started cutting the neighbor's yard. And then I did the following neighbor the next neighbor down. I had a trailer behind my bike, going down the street to the neighborhood.
Being an entrepreneur means…
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Feb 23, 2022
Paul David Thompson - WinCore Invest
Our guest hasn't always been the CEO of multiple companies with students from all over the world and properties in various states. Back in 2015, Paul was working a corporate job… the long hours, the commute… and was tired of it. He wanted out. And real estate investing became his escape plan. And in just over a year’s time, he quit that corporate job and hasn’t looked back since!I wanted to do things that were interesting and learn what it takes to make those interesting decisions. I wanted to make things that are interesting. And I found that growing and building businesses are really interesting and really complicated.
Why real estate?I could get really low-interest rates at the time. Six percent or less. And that, I feel like, was a very measured and careful approach and not at all throwing caution to the wind. But I was not afraid to make mistakes. My mistake was not trying for 15 years.
Paul talks about his unique experience finding and working with his mentor....here's…
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Feb 9, 2022
Brett Johnson from Circle270Media
Brett Johnson is the founder and owner of Circle270Media Podcast Consultants. He consults with businesses on developing, launching, and optimizing podcasts into their marketing strategy.
Realizing that radio was on the downturn and that podcasts were always being included in marketing strategy meetings, he pivoted careers.
As a 35-year radio veteran, he leverages his years of content creation, marketing skills, and sales to provide customized consulting. As a result, his clients now focus on the 'why' they are podcasting, not on the 'how' to create a podcast.
Brett talks about how his career transition happened from radio to podcast consultant...All these advertisers were asking me about podcasting. I started doing homework. I started going to what I called "night school" and just plowing through bunches of podcasts, reading all about this stuff. And became pretty good at understanding what to do with podcasting pretty quickly. Over about six or seven months of every night reading a…
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Jan 26, 2022
Janel Sykora - CMO | Entrepreneur | StoryBrand Certified Guide
Janel Sykora is on a mission to help accounting firms grow profitably. She works with a lot of accounting firms. She builds sales funnels and helps them tell their brand story.
She teaches firms how to create and implement marketing and sales strategies that drive profitable growth without adding resources.
Business leaders can choose to grow or be comfortable, but not both. Comfort leads to falling behind, and growth requires change. Janel works with accounting firms that have a vision for growth and are willing to embrace change to achieve it.
So you're basically helping your clients evolve?100 percent. For a while, I worked for a large software company. What we were selling wasn't necessarily solving the biggest problems those accounting firms had. So, I found myself talking to these firms about, where is your pain? Where are your bottlenecks? I realized this is a profession in a middle of a massive transition right now.
How long were you in that stage before you said, "Wait a m…
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Jan 12, 2022
Steve Palmer from Yavitch & Palmer Co., LPA
We welcome Stephen E. Palmer, Columbus criminal defense attorney, and owner and partner at Yavitch & Palmer Co., L.P.A.
Graduating from college in 1992 with a degree in history with a liberal arts background, he soon found that the job openings were slim to none. He then decided to apply to law school. After graduation, he soon started learning from small law practices. That propelled his journey to starting his own defense attorney practice with his partner Eric Yavitch.
How Steve differentiates himself from other defense attorneys...I've always been able to objectively evaluate truth, and then I can reiterate that. I can do that with confidence. once it's in my head, that it's true in my soul, that it's true, then I can explain it to anybody.
The importance of mentors in Steve's career...My mentor always said it. And this is probably not only true in law, but probably everything. If you're a good trial lawyer, everything else will tend to fall into place. And the depth of that is…
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Nov 19, 2021
Welcome to Empowering Entrepreneurs The Harper+ Way
As a fellow business owner, our team works with clients who want to be self-employed and be an entrepreneur.
And there's a decision that has to be made at some point.
Am I doing business doing the work? Or do I want to build a business?
For most clients, that transition is that "aha" moment. What does that mean?
We help them navigate that path.
That "aha" moment is when they realize they could build something that's not just them, it involves a whole team.
It's a little intimidating. And when it's intimidating, entrepreneurs get scared of success.
We want to be able to tell them it's OK to be successful. Everybody else is doing it. Why can't you?
Our role is to help that business owner to make that transition. From doing business to building a business. And achieving the greatness they didn't even know they had.
I'm Glenn Harper. My co-host Julie Smith and I are producing this podcast because we believe that entrepreneurs are stuck in their own quantum of solace. They need to…
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