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Grow A Small Business Podcast
Our weekly 30 minute podcast helps you, a small business owner with 5 to 30 team members, take your company to the next level. The Grow A Small Business community, weekly cast, blog and leadership email supports leaders get through the pain of growth. With insights, lessons learned, books and tools as well as habits these experienced small business owners suggest you develop, our interviews unearth tremendous value for anyone wanting to grow their business with less stress.
Episodes
Grow A Small Business Podcast14+ years of corporate experience, now providing handyman services that are quality-focused and surpass expectations. Growing with over $128,000 In the first year revenue has been running with over 40 FTEs. (Chris Lalomia)
In this episode, I interview Chris Lalomia, the Founder, and CEO of The Trusted Toolbox based in Atlanta, United States of America. Chris has set up his own…
Grow A Small Business PodcastIn 2013, After traveling the world and teaching English as a second language, Saw the market for all the people around the world that needed to learn English. Launched a podcast that has now been downloaded over 10 million times. (Lindsay McMahon)
In this episode, Troy interviews Lindsay McMahon from All Ears English. She's based in Denver, Colorado in the United States. All Ears English is a platform…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF Spent 20 years working in the labor field and due to poor lifestyle, got burned out. One day, saw a flyer in the mail about the first 24-hour gym. Signed up and went every 4am for a year. The Outback Mind is helping change that. (Aaron Schultz)
In this episode, Michael interviews Aaron Schultz, founder of Outback Mind, based in Queensland, Australia. He is a strong advocate for a preventative approach…
Grow A Small Business PodcastIn 2007, Aged 47 started a law firm with him being the single FTE, with $100K savings when COVID hit, doubled down on marketing and was able to grow the firm to 8 FTEs and 7 figures a year before selling out in 2021. (Michael Chastaine)
In this episode, Troy interviews Michael Chastaine, from Chastaine Law. He's based in New Mexico, United States of America. Michael is a criminal defense…
Grow A Small Business PodcastIn 2015, started a company with a mission to help all people live happier, healthier, less stressful lives. Supporting a wide range of profit and non-profit organizations which includes Walgreens with their 250,000 employees. (Stephen Sokoler)
In this episode, Troy interviews Stephen Sokoler, Founder and CEO of Journey based in New York, USA. Stephen spent years in the business sector, founding and…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF A marketing company started in 1988 by an international best-selling author that has worked with literally 1000s of people to help them all the way from writing, to publishing, to marketing their books, to best sellers, and beyond. (Steve Kidd)
In this episode, Rob interviews Steve Kidd, an entrepreneur, a business coach, an author, and a radio host. His specialty is helping people write books, and in…
Grow A Small Business PodcastAn international airline pilot, speaker, real estate investor, and business coach. Now helping small-medium business owners by showing them how to build successful independent businesses. (Steve Rozenberg)
In this episode, Troy interviews Steve Rozenberg, who is a jack of all trades; he's an international airline pilot, author, educator, speaker, real estate, and…
Grow A Small Business PodcastAfter beginning as a competitive high-performance sailor and relocating to the United Kingdom, he founded a logistics company in 2004. Earning $300,000 in its first year and growing over 20% each year with 60–65 FTEs. (Daniel Levan-Harris)
In this GASB Podcast episode, Troy interviews Daniel Levan-Harris, founder of Mango Logistics Group and co-founder of Edible. He grew up in Tel Aviv, racing…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF Specializing in being logical rather than being emotional. Now aiding small-medium business owners with her time-tested Systematic Attitude Development-Technique™, helping them raise the bar to be better at speaking to the public. (Gail Kasper)
For this week's QFF episode, Rob interviews Gail Kasper, a speaker, TV host, and author. She's based in Los Angeles, California. She has an organization called…
Grow A Small Business PodcastStarted as a freelance web developer, to founding Trustshoring, a company that finds you the right person for the job. Growing 50-60% every year, earning 6 million USD a year. Helped over 300 startups and businesses. (Victor Purolnik)
In this episode, Troy interviews Victor Purlnik, who's based in Berlin, Germany. Victor's the founder of a company named Trustshoring. A company that helps…
Grow A Small Business PodcastFrom being a financial advisor to going all in, in the world of real estate. Now involved in multiple real estate entities, transitioning from house flipping to the rental model. Currently having 40 units and 11 FTEs. (Joe Rockey)
In this episode, Troy interviews Joe Rockey, he's involved with multiple real estate entities as an owner or equity partner. Joe's based in Pittsburgh, United…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 14+ years of experience in consulting and organizing culture strategies, now leading research & strategy on best practices in workplace culture. Helped smallest to largest client including a Fortune 10 company. (Jessica Kriegel)
In this week's Quick Fire Friday episode, Rob interviews Jessica Kriegel based in Sacrameto, California, United States. Jessica is a Chief Scientist of…
Grow A Small Business Podcast10+ years of experience in golfing and a keen interest in whisky, now helping people have a comfortable drinking experience with a purpose. Growing 67% a year in sales for the first few years with over 3 FTEs. (Greg Ramsay)
In this episode, I interview Greg Ramsay, the Founder, and CEO of The NZ Whisky Collection based in Hobart, Australia. Greg has set up his own business…
Grow A Small Business PodcastFrom getting temporarily hindered by COVID-19 at the start of 2020. Now making a comeback in 2022, earning up to $100,000 a month, all done bootstrapped paired with perseverance, and no bank finance or investors. (George Liu)
In this GASB Podcast episode, Troy interviews George Liu, founder of Gym Pillars, he's based in Los Angeles, United States of America, but he was born in Japan…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 20+ years of specializing in law firm and worked for an employer rep for the TCCI now providing a real practical edge and legal solutions in industrial relations and safety. Helping people become an effective manager. (David Dilger)
In this week's Quick Fire Friday episode, Michael interviews David Dilger. David is a specialized employment and safety lawyer in Edge Legal's newly formed…
Grow A Small Business PodcastStarted doing business at the young age of 10, in their driveway selling pre-loved dry goods, to launching her own company, The Seven Effect. Earning $550,000 this year, with a team of 10 people, 6 of them FTEs. (Jodie Nevid)
In this GASB episode, Troy interviews Jodie Nevid, the founder of The Seven Effect. She's based in Adelaide, Australia. Jodie had a humble beginning doing…
Grow A Small Business PodcastFrom being employed to realizing he can do better running an advertising agency himself. Founded DOUBLESTAR CO, a branding and design agency, equipped with 7 FTEs, and earning $1.2 million just last year. (Jye Smith)
In this episode, Troy interviews Jye Smith, founder of DOUBLE STAR CO. He's based in Sydney, Australia. Jye has a background in communications and was working…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF Travelled the globe specializing as a consultant. Hamish McKenzie: co-founder of Mckenzie Pitch Partners, a sought-after consultant now helping small-medium business owners develop winning pitches. (Hamish McKenzie)
In this week's QFF episode, Michael interviews Hamish McKenzie, co-founder of McKenzie Pitch Partners. He's based in Toronto, Canada, however, Hamish's a proud…
Grow A Small Business Podcast15+ years in finance roles in large media and technology businesses, now helping founders and CEOs of startups by providing commercial and strategic financial advice. Growing 50% in revenue from the previous year with over 5 FTEs. (Michelle Kvello)
In this episode, I interview Michelle Kvello, Managing Director and CFO of Lantern Partners based in Sydney, Australia. Michelle has set up her own CFO…
Grow A Small Business Podcast2+ years of experience working in a corporate job, now providing an exceptional full-service babysitting and nannying experience, growing with over a quarter million dollars in the first two years with over 200 FTEs. (Jen Potter)
In this episode, I interview Jen Potter the Founder, and CEO of Mamas & Babysitters, based in New Bedford, United States. Jen has set up her own business to…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 30+ years of experience in the field of business & accounting, specializing in sales & sales management. Now helping entrepreneurs scale in a profitable way; focusing on designing the best life, systems & processes. (Jack Daly)
In this week's QFF episode, Michael interviews Jack Daly. Jack and Michael knew each other ten years ago at a workshop. Jack is based in San Claremont…
Grow A Small Business PodcastAfter 16 years in the photo industry, pivoted to digital education; founding Profitable Courses, earning around a total of $870,000 with 4 FTEs. Whilst helping small-medium business owners and content creators generate passive income. (Molly Keyser)
In this GASB Podcast episode, Troy interviews Molly Keyser, a photographer for 16 years, now the Founder of Profitable Courses. Molly's based in New Mexico…
Grow A Small Business Podcast35+ years of experience in managing various businesses, now helping people learn how to become capable leaders & third-party sellers on Amazon. Helped thousands of people build a massive successful business on Amazon with only 25 FTEs. (Ann Sieg)
In this episode, I interview Ann Sieg, the Founder, and CEO of E-commerce Business School based in Bentonville, Arkansas in the United States of America. Ann…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 6+ years as a business success mentor, specializing in shifting mindsets. Now helping small-medium business owners bridge the Knowing-Doing gap; focusing on habits, efficiency, and mindsets. (Rachael Downie)
In this week's QFF episode, Michael interviews Rachael Downie. Rachael and Michael met each other four years ago at a National Australia Bank presentation…
Grow A Small Business Podcast20+ years of working in corporate job, now helping entrepreneurs to have a quick and efficient accounting services. Has helped over 4,000 businesses around New Zealand with the growth between 35-40% revenue and 48 FTEs. (Sue de Bievre)
In this episode, I interview Sue de Bievre, the founder, and CEO of Beany based in Hawke's Bay, North Island, New Zealand. Sue has set up her own business to…
Grow A Small Business Podcast20+ years of experience working in Corporate America as a commission sales guy, now running a whole new networking company, growing from $67k to $800k in revenue with over 20 FTEs. (Donnie Boivin)
In this episode, I interview Donnie Boivin, the Founder, and CEO of Success Champions based in Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America. Donnie has set up a…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF Starting out as a journalist covering politics, then moving to public relations 20 years ago, specializing in media, brand, and strategic communications advice to small-medium business owners. (Keryn Nylander)
In this week's Quick Fire Friday episode, Michael interviews Keryn Nylander, a Strategic Communications, Media, Brand, and Public Relations Specialist, and…
Grow A Small Business PodcastAn internationally acclaimed thought leader with 50+ years of entrepreneurship, from playing in a rock band to starting 10 different companies. Now generating $30 million in revenue, with over 50 FTEs. (Fred Cary)
In this week's GASB Podcast episode, Troy interviews Fred Cary, based in San Diego, California, United States. Fred's the CEO of a company called IdeaPros. He…
Grow A Small Business Podcast21+ years experience of working as a business consultant, now assisting small business owners in handling the increase of their sales. Growing with over 4 consultants throughout the years. (Rene Zamora)
In this episode, I interview Rene Zamora, the Founder of Sales Manager Now based in Auburn, California, United States. Rene, a sales manager expert, has been…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 8+ years of specializing in E-commerce Email & SMS marketing, and recognized as a leading E-commerce Email Marketing Expert. Now teaching small-medium business owners how to market their products and services online. (Jason K Williamson)
In this week's Quick Fire Friday episode, Rob interviews Jason K Williamson. Jason's an e-commerce expert, he has generated north of 130 million USD for brands…
Grow A Small Business Podcast12+ years working experience in the Food and Beverages Industry, now established his own restaurant that provides good food and booze. Growing with over $2.3 million mark in revenue and 11 FTEs. (Dan Lancaster)
In this episode, I interview Dan Lancaster, owner of Dana Eating House based in Hobart, Australia. Dan together with his brother as co-owner has set up their…
Grow A Small Business PodcastAfter 12 years as an ESL teacher, went to film school and pursued a career in entrepreneurship. Co-Founded 2 companies, one hitting 1 million ARR in USD and giving notes to small-medium business owners with their startups. (Nicole Baldinu)
In this episode, I interview Nicole Baldinu, an entrepreneur and Co-Founder of WebinarNinja & The $100 MBA. She's based in Sydney, Australia. Nicole was an ESL…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 25+ years of keynote speaking and communication coaching. Now assisting small to medium business owners in improving their communication, confidence to speak up, and negotiations making win-win situations. (Karen Laos)
For this week's Quick-Fire Friday episode, Rob interviews Karen Laos, who's based in San Francisco, California, United States. Karen's a Communication Expert…
Grow A Small Business Podcast12+ years of experience in different fields of business, now running a whole new company that sells a hang-over preventative drink, growing his business with over 5 FTEs. (Alec Balcombe)
In this episode, I interview Alec Balcombe, the Co-Chief of Dodge based in Hobart, Australia. Alec together with his business partner, set up their business to…
Grow A Small Business Podcast20+ years working in different industries, now helping entrepreneurs by providing assistance and consultations with contractors in their similar journey. Growing with over 10 million mark in revenue and 60 FTEs. (Ian McCarthy)
In this episode, I interview Ian McCarthy the Founder, and CEO of Blue Claw Group based in Cape Cod, United States. Ian has set up his own business to provide…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF From qualifying for a job in sales to salesperson of the year. Now sharing with small and medium-sized business owners the essentials in marketing, the goal that business owners should aspire to. To improve their sales performance. (Kay Miller)
For this week's episode, Rob interviews Kay Miller, based in Greater Seattle Area. Kay has a book called "Uncopyable Sales Secret" and was named salesperson of…
Grow A Small Business Podcast6+ years of working in small agencies, now helping clients find solutions that builds longer-term connections with customers. Growing to 800% larger with over 31 FTEs. (Cairo Marsh)
In this episode, I interview Cairo Marsh the Founder, and CEO of Relativ* based in Tokyo, Japan. Cairo has set up his own business to help clients find…
Grow A Small Business Podcast10+ years experience as a sports physio, now supporting people to improve health, safety, and well-being. From tracking down during the pandemic, now back into a growth phase for about 65% top-line highs with over 30 FTEs. (Steve McCullagh)
In this episode, I interview Steve McCullagh, the CEO of Healthy Business based in Hobart, Australia. Steve has set up his own business to support workplaces…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 3+ years of high-level construction cost management. Now assisting small and medium-sized business owners in making and selling their idea with no high risk and in the most efficient way possible using various different strategies. (James Baker)
In this week's episode, Michael interviews James Baker, the Co-Founder of Varicon, a construction cost management software, based in Hobart, Tasmania. James is…
Grow A Small Business Podcast10+ years of corporate experience working, now helping entrepreneurs improve leadership and generate revenue extraordinarily. Became a seven-figure consultant and grew sales to 270% with over 9 FTEs. (Olivia Jenkins)
In this episode, I interview Olivia Jenkins the Founder, and CEO of Olivia Jenkins Consultancy based in Adelaide, Australia. Olivia has set up her own business…
Grow A Small Business Podcast27+ years of experience in successfully managing businesses, now helping entrepreneurs get successful results through business coaching with estimated $2 million annual revenue and 6 FTEs. (Blaine Oelkers)
In this episode, I interview Blaine Oelkers the President, and CRO of Selfluence based in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. Blaine has set up his own business…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 25+ years of giving financial advice. Now helping small-medium business owners raise capital by taking advantage of debt; leveraging it and generating a return for businesses to grow. (Tom McMeekin)
For this week's episode, Michael interviews Tom McMeekin. He's a financier, debt adviser, coach & strategist, and Tom is based in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia…
Grow A Small Business PodcastFrom importing different products, now became one of Australia's most awarded & recommended artisan producers in distillery. Growing 35% annually with over 17 FTEs. (David Riddern)
In this episode, Troy had a chat with David Ridden the Founder, and CEO of Granddad Jack's Craft Distillery based in Gold Coast, Australia. David has set up…
Grow A Small Business Podcast23+ years of experience in running a business, now providing predictive pricing strategies that increase revenue and growth, with over $2.5 million in revenue and 5 FTEs. (Per Sjofors)
In this episode, I interview Per Sjofors the Founder, and CEO of Sjofors & Partners, Inc. based in Los Angeles, United States. Per has set up his business to…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF Believes that it is better to be different than better, cheaper, or faster. Now teaching small-medium business owners how to be unique from others to overcome the Brown Box Syndrome. (Steve Brossman)
For this week's episode, Michael interviews Steve Brossman, based in Sydney, Australia. He's a Multi Best Selling Author, International Speaker, and an…
Grow A Small Business Podcast13+ years of experience in different business industries, now running a whole new purchasing company, growing from $80k to multi-million in revenue with over 42 FTEs. (Gil Bar-Lev)
In this episode, I interview Gil Bar-Lev the Founder and CEO of HomeRoots, based in New Jersey, United States. Gil has set up his own business to help…
Grow A Small Business Podcast20+ years in corporate life, now became one of the fastest growing hospitality networks across Austrailia and New Zealand with over 65 FTEs. (Jeff Williams)
In this episode, I interview Jeff Williams the Founder and CEO of Barcats based in Sydney, Australia. Jeff has set up his own business to help staff and venues…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF Believing that the value of any business lies in its staff. Now aiding small-medium business owners in the world of industrial relations. Discussing the importance of conversations in retaining good team members. (Eve Nelson)
In this week's episode of QFF, Rob Cameron interviews Eve Nelson, based in Tasmania, Australia. Eve Nelson is an HR specialist, an Industrial Relations…
Grow A Small Business Podcast30+ years of experience in payrolling, became the first payroll company to offer crypto payroll with over a million dollars in annual revenue, 1000 clients, and 12 FTEs. (Charles Read)
In this episode, I interview Charles Read the President, and CEO of Get Payroll based in Dallas Texas, United States. Charles has set up his own business to…
Grow A Small Business Podcast12+ years experience in sales and finance jobs, now growing with over 92% revenue for over six months back in 2019 with 7 FTEs. (Shane Mahoney)
In this episode, Troy had a chat with Shane Mahoney the Founder, and CEO of Lugos Travel based in Florida, United States. Shane has set up his own business to…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 40+ years of being an innovator, a builder, and one of the creators of the Jobs-To-Be-Done theory. Now helping small-medium business owners attract customers, piquing their interest through supply-side value and demand-side value. (Bob Moesta)
In this episode, Rob Cameron interviews Bob Moesta, based in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, USA. For more than 40 years, Bob has been inventing and creating things…
Grow A Small Business Podcast20+ years experience in the car sales industry, now approaching his laser-targeted leads method business with almost 3 million gross in a month and 10 FTEs. (Chad Durfee)
In this episode, I interview Chad Durfee the Founder, and CEO of Referral Wave based in Tampa, Florida, United States. Chad has set up his own business to help…
Grow A Small Business PodcastWith over 20 years of experience in building a startup, now helping entrepreneurs, companies, and businesses in founding, structure, fund, scale, restructure and succeed with over 50 FTEs. (Patrick Noel Daly)
In this episode, I interview Patrick Noel Daly the Founder and CEO of Icon Global Innovations based in Newfoundland, Canada. Patrick has set up his own…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 23 years of being an insurance broker, claiming it's his passion; now helping small to medium business owners protect their businesses from the impacts of risks, liabilities, & financial harm. (Dan Quintin)
In this episode, Michael Denehey interviews Dan Quintin based in Hobart, Australia. Dan is a Senior Account Executive in Gallagher and an insurance broker…
Grow A Small Business PodcastFrom an employee, to now growing his own business with over 5 million annual rate and 15 FTEs in just 3 years with only $1,200 self-funding. (James Hayes)
In this episode, I interview James Hayes, the Founder, and CEO of Alpha Tyres based in Echuca, Australia. James has set up his own business to offer a full…
Grow A Small Business PodcastEmployed by a major courier firm, now got his first $10 million year albeit, running with Tasmanian and Queensland businesses with over 13 FTEs. (Steve Miller)
In this episode, I interview Steve Miller the Founder and CEO of Total Freight Solutions based in Sunshine Coast, Australia. Steve has set up his own business…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF Specializing around the "Human Element", now helping businesses transform their workplaces by implementing policies and recruiting a trustable staff to bring significance to workplaces and the lives of people. (David Reid)
In this episode, Michael Denehey interviews David Reid, based in Brisbane QLD, Australia. David is a Human Resources Advisor, and a Management Consultant…
Grow A Small Business Podcast20+ years of experience in marketing and coaching, now working with over 300 businesses globally and over 50 FTEs. (Jeff Cohen)
In this episode, I interview Jeff Cohen the Founder and CEO of C-Level Roundtable based in Los Angeles, United States of America. Jeff has set up his own…
Grow A Small Business Podcast10+ years in legal marketing, now managing his own legal marketing agency with 7-figure annual revenues and 6 FTEs. (Leonard Sheiner)
In this episode, I interview Leonard Scheiner the Founder and CEO of Geek Haus based in Los Angeles, United States. Leonard has set up his own business to help…
Grow A Small Business PodcastQFF 25+ years in sales and marketing and a working ethos of "people first". Helping entrepreneurs find the competitive edge, including facilitating customer experience workshops utilising the 5 E's. (Amanda Jones)
In this episode, Michael Denehey interviews Amanda Jones, based in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. Amanda is a marketing manager at Collins SBA. She describes her…