In the 8th episode of 'Business is F'n Hard,' we sit down with three powerhouse entrepreneurs from Arkansas—Garrett Peters, Danette Bodkin, and Brandon Barnes—to unpack the strategies, systems, and mindset that drive successful businesses.

From mastering e-commerce to refining marketing strategies and optimizing operations, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for CEOs and entrepreneurs who want to scale effectively. We cover the challenges of building efficient systems, the often-overlooked power of annual audits, and how to leverage local expertise for global results.

If you’re serious about leveling up your business, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.

Here’s what’s on tap:

• 00:00 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode: Game-Changing Insights for Growth

• 00:42 Meet Garrett Peters: The E-Commerce Pro Turning Systems Into Profits

• 01:33 Meet Danette Bodkin: The Marketing Maven Redefining Business Success

• 02:58 Meet Brandon Barnes: The Banking Expert Helping Entrepreneurs Win Big

• 05:01 Scaling Struggles Decoded: Real Stories of Growth and Resilience

• 08:42 Marketing Masterclass: How to Stand Out and Build a Winning Strategy

• 13:02 Operational Overhaul: Smart Solutions to Streamline Your Business

• 19:04 Final Power Moves: Lessons from the Pros to Implement Today

This episode is your ultimate guide to scaling smarter, navigating challenges, and building a business that thrives. Hit play and let’s make it happen!

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In this 7th episode of Business is F’n Hard, we dive into the unfiltered realities of building and growing a business. Our powerhouse guests—Tom Kirkham, Illiana Sutton, and Misty Novich—share raw insights, battle-tested strategies, and personal stories that will leave you inspired and ready to take on your next challenge.

We unpack the secrets to mastering cash flow, creating a thriving company culture, and leveraging networking to fuel growth. Whether you’re in cybersecurity, workforce education, or payment consulting, there’s something here for you.

Plus, don’t miss the exciting sneak peeks at future projects and candid advice on staying ethical in a cutthroat world.

Key Chapters:

00:00 Introductions

00:22 Meet the Dream Team: Tom, Illiana, and Misty

02:43 Tom’s Shocking Wake-Up Call: A Cybersecurity Story Every Business Should Hear

07:29 Misty’s Hard Truth: Why Payments Could Be Costing You More Than Money

10:39 Illiana’s Game-Changing Advice: Turning Workforce Challenges Into Wins

16:44 The Networking Hack That’s Driving Their Success

25:58 Breaking News: Future Projects You’ll Want to Steal Inspiration From

33:00 Final Mic Drop Moments: How to Stay Ethical and Crush Collaboration

We’re here to prove that while business is f’n hard, you don’t have to do it alone. Hit play and let’s make it happen!

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Tom Kirkham

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Being an entrepreneur isn’t for the faint of heart, and in this episode of Business is F’n Hard, we dive into the raw realities of juggling multiple businesses with our powerhouse guests: Roger, Diana, and Jay. From IT services and real estate to medical consulting, these entrepreneurs spill their secrets, struggles, and successes.

🔥 Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• 💼 The Hiring Struggle is Real: Creative ways to find and keep reliable employees in today’s competitive market.
• 🤝 Business Partnerships Done Right: How to navigate the complexities of working with partners.
• 🌍 The Future of Work: Generational shifts in the healthcare labor market and the rise of remote teams.
• 🛠️ Work-Life Balance Hacks: Balancing corporate commitments with entrepreneurial dreams.

Minute-by-Minute Breakdown:
00:00 – Welcome! Meet Roger, Diana, and Jay
00:24 – Roger’s diverse business ventures
01:24 – Diana’s keynote highlights & Jay’s entrepreneurial journey
02:33 – How they overcome the challenge of finding reliable help
03:40 – Insider strategies for effective employee management
07:17 – Trends shaping the healthcare workforce
09:20 – The art of building remote teams and leveraging networks
19:34 – Key lessons from navigating business partnerships
22:27 – Parting wisdom and elevator pitches you can’t miss

📢 Whether you’re a solopreneur or managing multiple businesses, this episode is packed with actionable advice to keep you ahead of the curve. Tune in now and let’s get to work!

In this episode of Business is F'n Hard, we dive deep into the raw realities of entrepreneurship with two game-changing guests: Paige Renee, an Executive Performance and Branding Coach dedicated to empowering women in the corporate world, and Ryan Orrell, the driven CEO and founder of WebMonster.com.

Join us as Paige reveals her journey in helping professionals break through personal barriers and build unshakable confidence in their brands, while Ryan gives a candid look into his world of web development and digital marketing. Ryan sheds light on the challenges he’s faced and how new tech, like AI, is shaking up the industry. Get ready to hear real stories, real challenges, and real strategies to thrive in the chaotic, ever-evolving world of business!

Key Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Business is F'n Hard

00:19 Meet our trailblazing guests, Paige and Ryan

02:48 Ryan’s entrepreneurial journey: facing down setbacks and finding resilience

05:52 Paige’s wisdom on building a powerful personal brand

09:29 Navigating the digital marketing landscape with Ryan

14:06 Paige’s real talk on coaching challenges and growth strategies

26:23 Inside their exciting future projects

30:12 Wrapping it up with some final insights

If you’re looking for real talk about the highs and lows of building a business, this episode is packed with advice and inspiration you won’t want to miss!

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In this episode of Business is F'n Hard, we welcome Christina Williams, founder of Christina Williams Consulting, and Garrett Brown, a custom tailor.

Kyndsie and the BIFH crew discuss the issues that often go unnoticed when running a business. We share our own stories and ideas for how to get past these problems. Christina talks about how to balance growth and profit as a solopreneur, and Garrett gives advice on how to change business products to meet changing customer needs in a world after a pandemic.

Strike a balance between work and life, effectively manage your time, and cultivate inspiration by listening to this episode and sharing it with your friends!

In this episode, we are joined by Geisha Cumberbatch, a seasoned travel industry professional and owner of the franchise travel agency, Geisha's La Rosa Negra by Dream Vacations.

Geisha talks about her journey in the travel business, how current events like the election year affected her clients' bookings, and how she has changed her focus to focus on luxury travel like river cruises and planned group trips.

We also talk about how important diversity is in travel marketing and how important it is to set limits to keep a healthy work-life balance.

Listen in to hear Geisha's tips on how to stay positive and deal with the tricky travel business!

Key Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:38 Meet Geisha Cumberbatch

01:14 Challenges in the Travel Industry

02:17 Impact of Current Events on Travel

03:23 Pivoting to Luxury Travel

04:55 Client Relationships and Financing

11:11 Diversity in Travel Marketing

17:33 Balancing Work and Personal Life

22:17 Cultural Connections and Cuisine

23:34 Closing Remarks and Elevator Pitch

In the second episode of the 'Businesses FN Hard' podcast, we welcome Emilio from Spain, an enthusiastic entrepreneur with a million followers on Instagram and TikTok!

Emilio shares insights about his marketing venture in Spain that creates immersive experiences of Mexico. We also hear from Kyndsie, our community marketing manager, and Mauricio, the designer at Semper Smart LLC.

Emilio delves into his entrepreneurial challenges, his method of 'failing fast,' and the importance of personal branding in scaling his business. We touch on the significance of market research, the benefits of failing fast, and balancing a personal brand with business growth.

The episode includes many more valuable entrepreneurial insights and conversations, so make sure to watch the whole episode!!

Key Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:26 Meet Emilio: A Passionate Entrepreneur

03:54 Emilio's Business Journey and Challenges

05:47 Insights from Kyndsie and Mauricio

06:30 Emilio's Unique Marketing Experience

15:10 Scaling the Business and Future Plans

23:39 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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Welcome to the first episode of Business Is F'n Hard!

In this insightful episode, Calvin Smith, Brian Fisher, Kyndsie Huston, and Steve Hintz talk about how important it is to network, how important it is to be proactive with your time management, and how hard it is to find and keep good employees.

We touched on personal experiences from various industries, tips on hiring effectively, the importance of a solid business plan, and innovative marketing strategies.

Do you want to learn more about business lessons and useful advice? Then you should follow this podcast.

Don't forget to like and subscribe to our show so you know when we go live! Key Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Networking Insights

01:33 Challenges in Recruiting and Retention

02:49 Lessons from the Film Industry

04:22 The Importance of Hiring A-Players

07:55 Marketing Struggles and Strategies

13:03 Weekend Plans and Key Takeaways

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