Breaking the $1 Million Barrier: How to Scale Your Service Business
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Breaking the $1 Million Barrier: How to Scale Your Service Business | The Financial Operator Podcast | Episode 70 🎙️ In this episode of The Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer, CEO of MKB CFO, sits down with Bud Nye, Founder of Nye Technical Services, to talk about what really happens when you grow from a small family business into a multi-million-dollar operation. 🚀 Bud shares his journey from working alongside his dad in the trades to running two successful companies — covering the reality behind scaling fast, building the right team, and managing the cash flow chaos that...
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How to Create a Positive Company Culture That Lasts
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How to Create a Positive Company Culture That Lasts | The Financial Operator Podcast | Episode 69 🎙️ In this episode of The Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer sits down with LuAnn Buechler, also known as The Little Spark, to talk about what it really takes to build a positive company culture that stands the test of time. ✨ LuAnn shares her journey from hospitality and event management to helping entrepreneurs and teams build cultures rooted in purpose, values, and connection. She reveals how identifying your core values can transform not only how you lead—but how your business...
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Turning Bad Credit Into Financial Freedom
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The Financial Operator: Cash In, Chaos Out Podcast | Episode 68 | Turning Bad Credit Into Financial Freedom 🎙️ In this episode of The Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer sits down with Kevin Faulkner, founder of 3B Credit Health, to talk about how good credit can transform not just your finances—but your future. 💳💼 Kevin shares how he rebuilt his own credit, created the Credit Success Plan, and now helps others reach that 800 score through realistic, proven steps. From fixing bad credit to understanding what lenders really look for, this episode uncovers the power of...
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Scaling Smart: KPIs, Leadership & Life Balance
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The Financial Operator: Cash In, Chaos Out Podcast | Episode 67 | Scaling Smart: KPIs, Leadership & Life Balance 🎙️ In this episode of The Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer sits down with entrepreneur Cory Boehs to talk about building a thriving business without sacrificing your health, marriage, or sanity. Cory shares how grit, personal KPIs, and smart hiring helped him scale multiple ventures — and why balance is just as important as EBITDA. 📈✨ From overcoming rock bottom to creating a clear vision for work and life, Cory breaks down the habits, leadership skills,...
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How I Scaled a Plumbing Business & Sold It in 5 Years
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The Financial Operator: Cash In, Chaos Out Podcast | Episode 66 | How I Scaled a Plumbing Business & Sold It in 5 Years with Mitch Smedley 🎙️ In this episode of The Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer sits down with plumbing entrepreneur and business coach Mitch Smedley. Mitch shares how he launched his plumbing company in 2020 with just $30,000 from a home equity line of credit—and grew it into a thriving, sellable business within five years. 🚿💼 From financing vans and managing COGS to building a YouTube following that caught the attention of Ford Motor Company, Mitch...
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Unleashing Business Efficiency
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The Financial Operator: Cash In, Chaos Out Podcast | Episode 65 | Unleashing Efficiency: Mastering Business Systems with David Forster 🎙️ In this episode of the Financial Operator Podcast, host Jen Fizer welcomes fractional coo and operations expert David Forster. David shares his incredible journey from a tree-cutting side gig to successfully running and selling multiple businesses, including landscape companies and a bike shop. He delves into the importance of efficient systems for business operations and personal well-being, highlighting how such structures can save time, reduce...
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Selling Businesses With Purpose and Profit
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The Financial Operator Podcast: Cash In, Chaos Out | Ep. 64 | Selling Businesses With Purpose & Profit Link to video podcast episode: Empowering Women in M&A: Rachel Boynton's Inspiring Journey 💼✨ 🎙️ Welcome to the Financial Operator Podcast: Cash In, Chaos Out! Join host Jen Fizer as she talks with Rachel Boynton, a former human services worker turned business broker, about her journey from starting a home care service to building her own M&A firm. Rachel shares insights on how to prepare a business for sale, avoid common pitfalls, and the importance of tracking...
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Unlocking Potential With Virtual Staffing Solutions
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The Financial Operator Podcast: Cash In, Chaos Out | Ep. 63 | Unlocking Potential With Virtual Staffing Solutions Link to video podcast episode: 🚀 Join us as we kick off our newly branded podcast, 'The Financial Operator: Cash In, Chaos Out', with our inaugural guest, Scott Rammage from Hire VP! In this episode, Scott dives into his entrepreneurial journey, sharing insights on overcoming work-life balance challenges, leveraging virtual professionals, and the importance of believing in oneself. From starting multiple businesses to mastering the art of delegation, Scott reveals...
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Inside the Deal: Journeys in Business Acquisition
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Inside the Deal: Journeys in Business Acquisition | The MKB Podcast | Episode 62 Link to video podcast episode: 🎙️ In this insightful episode, host Jen Fizer and her guests, Micah and Drew Clukey, dive deep into the nuances of buying and selling businesses. 💼 The discussion highlights the importance of leveraging personal networks and the unique value brokers can bring in specific situations. It also covers crucial considerations when partnering in business, such as assessing compatibility and understanding the financial implications. Real-life experiences and lessons are shared,...
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Behind the Buy: Business Acquisition Insights
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Behind the Buy: Business Acquisition Insights | The MKB Podcast Episode 61 Link to video podcast episode: 👉Join host Jen Fizer for her debut episode on the MKB podcast! Jen, now also the new CEO of MKB, welcomes Micah and Drew Clukey of Clukey and Tebault to discuss the intricacies of business acquisitions. 🎙️ The conversation covers essential steps in the due diligence process, the importance of having a solid foundation for financial management 📊, and the challenges and opportunities in selling to private equity firms or individual buyers. Drawing from their own experiences...
info_outlineUnderstanding Credit: Tips to Empower Businesses | The Mills Knows Bills Podcast Episode 55, Season 7
Link to video episode: https://youtu.be/EXOIT3XJg10
Welcome to Season 7 of The Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and current CEO of MKB, discusses strategies for business owners and variable income earners to manage their finances effectively.
In this season premier episode, Mills welcomes business credit expert Paul Childers of BlueSky Biz Solutions. With over three years in the business credit repair and building space, Paul shares invaluable insights on the importance of separating business credit from personal credit. They discuss real-life examples, common misconceptions, and practical tips on how to manage and leverage business credit effectively. Paul also shares some of his success stories, helping business owners navigate the complex world of financing and credit. Tune in to learn how to build robust business credit, improve personal finances, and make informed financial decisions!
For more personalized advice, contact Paul through his social media or website:https://blueskybizpro.com/
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00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction
00:26 Understanding Business Credit
02:01 Importance of Business Credit
04:10 Challenges with Banks and Business Credit
05:51 Asking the Right Questions
08:00 Resources for Business Owners
09:53 Paul's Journey into Business Credit
13:27 Working with Blue Collar Industries
17:42 The Impact of Business Credit on Personal Finances
18:24 Common Misconceptions About Business Credit
20:11 The Truth About Personal Guarantees
22:17 How We Help Businesses Navigate Credit Challenges
28:04 Success Stories: Real Business Transformations
32:23 How to Reach Out for Help
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