Make a Wish and Make Your Business a Masterpiece
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
In this episode, we ask a powerful question: what’s your wish for where you want to be 10, 20, 30, or even 40 years from now after a lifetime of running your business? Time will pass faster than you think, and the life you’ll have then will be the direct result of the decisions and commitments you make today. Too often, we get caught up in the daily grind—so busy making a living that we forget to build a life. This conversation is about how to ensure your business becomes a masterpiece, a reflection of who you are, what you value, and the impact you want to make. We’ll talk about how...
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From Stress to Success: How to Build a Business That Supports You
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
In this episode, we’re tackling a question every small business owner asks: how do I reduce the stress my business puts on me? You’ll learn how to build a business that supports your life, fuels your passion, and gives you more joy—not just more headaches. If you’re ready to go from burnout to breakthrough, this episode is for you.
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Are You Afraid of Chat GPT
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
Are you afraid of ChatGPT—or just unsure what it really is? If you’re a small business owner and not using this powerful tool, you’re missing out on opportunities to save time, reduce costs, and grow your business. In this episode, we dive into what ChatGPT is and explore real-life examples of how business owners are using it to streamline processes, enhance marketing, and tackle everyday tasks. From creating detailed spreadsheets to generating marketing messages that land with your ideal client, we’ll show you how AI can transform your business operations. You’ll also learn about...
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Starting a Small Business
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
Starting a small business is tough, but getting off to the right start can make all the difference between success and failure. In this episode, we’ll share essential tips and strategies to lay a solid foundation for success. Whether you’re launching a new venture or giving your current business a fresh perspective, this show is packed with practical advice and actionable steps. Get ready for another great show filled with fuel, insights, and strategies to support a successful start and jumpstart to your small business.
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The Most Adaptable Thrive: Mastering Change with a Master
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
Change, adaptation, and innovation are essential to growing a business—but staying relevant gets even harder the longer you’re in business. In this episode, we sit down with Dan Meyer, founder of BizTimes Milwaukee, who’s grown and evolved his company for 30 years in one of the most disrupted industries: publishing. If you want real-world lessons on navigating change, adapting, innovation and building long-term success, this is the episode for you.
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We’re All in Leadership (Even When We Don’t Realize It)
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
After living through a painfully bad sales and customer service experience, I was reminded of a powerful truth—we’re all in leadership. Whether you’re in sales, service, operations, or management, your ability to influence, communicate, and lead others matters. In this episode, I share the experience we’ve all lived through, and how it reveals the simple, universal formula we use with teams and businesses to improve communication, leadership, and results at every level. It’s a warning—and an example—and a reminder to lead better in every role we play.
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How We Doubled the Size of Our Family Business
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
In this episode, I’m talking about how we doubled the size of the family business I grew up in—and the key insights that can help you double the size of your business too. Success leaves clues, and what we learned in our family business—and then built on—can help you build on your own success. If you're ready to grow, these takeaways will give you the tools, mindset, and strategies to take your business to the next level.
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Lessons From Dad: Doubling our Family Business Together
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
In the spirit of Father’s Day—and in honor of the man this university was named after—this episode is dedicated to the lessons I learned from my dad that helped us double our family business. After college, I joined the business he built from the ground up, and the greatest gift of my life was not just learning from him, but doing it with him. In this show, I’ll share the strategies, insights, and golden nuggets I learned by watching him lead and by leading alongside him. These are the lessons that fueled our growth—and they might just help you double your business, too. Love you,...
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Successfully Exiting and Transitioning a Business
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
In this episode, Steve Gift shares how he built, transitioned, and successfully exited his CPA firm—ensuring a strong handoff for both his team and clients. Whether you plan to lead your business for decades or exit and start a new chapter, this conversation offers clarity and strategies to help you get paid, protect your team, and define what success looks like for you.
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The 6 "Ah Ha's" Every Business Owner Needs
EWH University for Small Business Podcast
On the entrepreneurial journey, breakthroughs often come from those powerful aha moments—when things finally click and you see the path forward. In this episode, we unpack the six core aha insights every business owner needs to grow, scale, and lead more effectively. While business can feel complex, it really comes down to six key areas—six problems to solve or opportunities to unlock. When you understand these, you take the mystery out of growth and get back to the fundamentals that actually move the needle. Whether you’re stuck, scaling, or just searching for clarity, these six...
info_outlineDo you feel like you have to do everything yourself to keep your business running? You’re not alone. Many business owners get trapped in the mindset that no one else can do it as well—or fear what might happen if they delegate. But real growth doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from learning how to lead more. In this episode, we break down what it truly means to work smarter, not harder, and why stepping fully into the role of owner—not operator—is the key to building a business that grows profitably and sustainably for the long haul. Bottom line: own it, don’t do it. Tune in to find out what that really looks like.