It's Just Business
It's Just Business is the podcast for the small business owner. Co-hosted by entrepreneurs Russ Harlow and Dana Dowdell, It's Just Business interviews local, regional, and national business owners and experts. We cover all aspects of small business start-up and growth to help motivate and inspire you to level up your business. As we grow our businesses, we want to help you grow yours.
Episodes
141 episodes
IJB Update with Dana and Russ
After two and a hafl years of recording, we are hitting the pause button to recharge and refocus. It's not a sign-off, but rather a short intermission in our content creation journey. The grind of running a business while producing content has ...
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4:14
135. Unlocking Productivity with Amanda Boleyn
Are you finding yourself chronically overwhelmed, with your digital calendar more of a tyrant than a tool? Allow us to introduce you to Amanda Boleyn, who brings a breath of fresh air to the chaotic world of time management. Amanda, retu...
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Episode 135
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45:01
134. From Cutting Grass to Cutting Edge Tech with Bryan Clayton
Buckle up for an insightful episode that's all about entrepreneurship, tech solutions, and the power of perseverance. We talk with Bryan Clayton of GreenPal. Drawing inspiration from comp...
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Episode 134
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50:22
133. Carving Out Your Niche with Casey Fuerst
You're excited to carve out a niche, but struggling to differentiate yourself in a saturated market. We talk with Casey Fuerst who's here to share her strategies for standing out, and the power of language in framing your business. We na...
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Episode 133
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40:55
132. Navigating the Franchise Maze with Jane Stein
As a seasoned franchise broker, Jane Stein unravels the fascinating process of linking people with the perfect franchise. She shares her expertise on how to align your lifestyle objectives, budget, and personality traits with the right f...
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Episode 132
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50:04
Guest Host Kyle Hedin from the Floor Academy Podcast 2
Check out the Floor Academy Podcast HERE ->> https://flooracademypod.com/
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1:11:00
131. Fight Mediocrity with Kevin Kartchner
Do you fear you're not capable of greatness? Do you ever feel inadequate? Are you looking for ways to become the business owner you wish you could be? We talk with Kevin Kartchner, consultant, coach, and world-class extreme unicyclist. Kevin wo...
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Episode 131
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42:46
Guest Host Kyle Hedin from the Floor Academy Podcast
Check out the Floor Academy Podcast HERE ->> https://flooracademypod.com/
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1:26:30
130. Fixing Your Cash Flow with Tim Yurek
Do you lose sleep worrying about cash flow in your business? Are you spinning your wheels trying to get ahead? We talk with a highly accomplished financial consultant, veteran, and thought leader in his industry. Tim Yurek is the founder...
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Episode 130
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52:58
129. Become a Trusted Brand with Bob Ruffolo
Are you struggling to grow your business? Is your marketing content attracting the right people? Do you need help building your marketing team? We talk with Bob Ruffolo the CEO and founder of Impact<...
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Episode 129
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50:30
Classic | No Luck All Hustle Part One with Ashon Avent
We all face challenges and obstacles. Business owners, by nature, face even more. How do we overcome adversity? How can we use the challenges we face to grow and learn? Why does greatness always blossom out of adversity?...
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50:45
128. Are you a Challenger Brand? with Craig Alexander
How do I develop a message that connects with my potential clients? How do I compete with big competitors in my industry? We talk with Craig Alexander, the President of Gumas -- an award-winning adv...
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Episode 128
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42:09
127. Be a Thought Leader with Mwale & Chantel
Can anyone be a thought leader? How do I master my message? Mwale and Chantel Henry join us for a conversation about being married to your business partner and how business owners can master their message and become thought leaders ...
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Episode 127
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48:19
126. Be Brilliant at the Basics with Steve Keough
How do I get my business back to basics? What are the fundamentals I should be focused on? Can I automate my marketing plan? We have an insightful conversation with coach and business strategist Steve Keough. We dive into marketing, lead...
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Episode 126
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42:44
Guest Host Eric Melchor of the Innovators Can Laugh Postcast
If you are interested in conversion rate optimization, this is the episode for you. Khalid Saleh is the founder and CEO of CRO agency Invesp. He has worked with brands like eBay, 3M, and the Discovery Channel. In this conversation, he shares wh...
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33:44
125. Slaying Your Competition - Part 2
How do you deal with big competitors? How can you challenge your competitors? How do I gain market share? Russ and Dana discuss "A dozen ways to beat Goliath" from Chapter 13 of Patrick Bet-David's book, Your Next Five Moves.
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Episode 125
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18:37
124. Slaying Your Competition - Part 1
How do you deal with big competitors? How can you challenge your competitors? How do I gain market share? Russ and Dana discuss "A dozen ways to beat Goliath" from Chapter 13 of Patrick Bet-David's book, Your Next Five Moves.
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Episode 124
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21:35
123. Making Media Work with Mary Ann Pruitt
Essential Skills for Supervisors TrainingWe have an in depth conversation with Mary Ann Pruitt, the CEO and President of Mosaic Medi...
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Episode 123
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46:41
122. Brand Strategy with Maria Platusic
How do I develop a brand strategy for my business? Why is my brand important? How do I develop a personal brand? We spend time with Maria Platusic, owner and creative director behind Platusic D...
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Episode 122
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40:34
121. Rebrand You with Amy Nubson
How can I rebrand myself and my business? How do I create an authentic brand? We talk with Amy Nubson of Amy Nubson Coaching. Amy is an experienced business coach, marketing expert, and nation...
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Episode 121
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40:04
120. Leveraging Peers with Sam Jacobs
How can I meet more people that can help me grow? Is there a better way to network? How do I build a better community around me and my business? We have a conversation with Sam Jacobs the Founder & CEO of Pavilion - the leading global execu...
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Episode 120
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41:06
119. Accountability and Growth with Russ and Dana
What makes a great accountability partner? How do I find a good accountability partner? Russ has started developing a professional accountability partner relationship and they discuss how that is helping him grow personally and professionally.<...
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Episode 119
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22:29
118. Understand Marketing with Casey Fuerst
How do I market my small business? How do I choose the best way to market my business? We break down marketing with Casey Fuerst. Casey is a certified StoryBrand Guide and uses this framework to create marketing messaging, plans and coll...
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Episode 118
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35:54