The How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.
The How of Business - how to start, run and grow a small business - is a weekly show for aspiring Entrepreneurs and existing Small Business Owners. If you are looking for actionable advice, tips and techniques on how to start (including launching or buying your first small business), run and grow your small business, this is the podcast for you! In each episode we either discuss a business topic, or interview an existing small business owner or business service provider. The How of Business is hosted by Henry Lopez who shares the knowledge and experience he has acquired over his corporate and entrepreneurial careers.
Episodes
Why work expands to fill the time available, and how small business owners can use deadlines, time blocking, and clear outcomes to get more done in less time.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/616-parkinsons-law-for-small-business/
Technology expert explains how small business owners can leverage AI as a force multiplier while protecting their data, systems, and intellectual property from emerging cybersecurity risks.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/615-mordy-hackel-ai-cybersecurit...
How he earned his way into leadership, developed a capable management team, and transformed a hands-on family equipment dealership into a scalable business that no longer depends on him for every decision.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/614-kaiden-routh...
Do you possess the innate characteristics, the 6 essential traits, required to become a true entrepreneur?
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r346-6-traits-of-entrepreneurs/
How to honestly assess whether you possess the 6 essential traits requ...
How understanding the neuroscience behind conflict can help small business owners become more effective leaders, build healthier teams, and transform workplace conflict into collaboration.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/613-jeremy-pollack-conflict-resolution/
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A Waymo driverless vehicle ride sparks a discussion about AI, innovation, technology adoption, and why small business owners can't afford to wait for perfection before embracing emerging technologies like AI.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/612-waymo-and-innovation/
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How psychiatrist Dr. Duncan Gill transitioned from employee to entrepreneur and built a thriving behavioral health practice serving children, teens, and families.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/611-duncan-gill-practice-owner/
How psychiatri...
What is a Professional Employer Organization (PEO)? Learn how Professional Employer Organizations help small businesses with HR, payroll, employee benefits, compliance, and retention.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/610-casey-clark-peos/
Man...
How small business owners can build mission-driven companies that earn trust, create long-term value, and avoid the traps that cause good businesses to lose their way.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/609-eric-ries-incorruptible/
What causes ...
Selling a business is far more complicated than most entrepreneurs realize and many business owners wait too long to prepare for it.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/608-selling-a-business-roundtable/
In this final episode of the three-part ...
Identify what to fix next in your small business and build consistent profitability using the Profit First methodology.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r322-mike-michalowicz/
Many small business owners stay trapped in survival mode because t...
Grow a healthier business by managing cash flow, using debt strategically, and building strong business relationships.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/607-growing-a-small-business/
Growing a business requires far more than simply increasing ...
KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) provide an effective way to measure your business performance using both leading and lagging indicators to make better decisions and drive growth.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/606-kpis-measure-business-performance/
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How to find the right business by evaluating whether to buy, build, or franchise while aligning with your finances, goals, and mindset.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/605-finding-the-right-small-business/
Choosing the right business is one...
The three root causes of business partnership failure - loss of trust, respect, and alignment - and how to prevent them.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/604-why-partnerships-fail/
Business partnerships can accelerate success or destroy a bus...
A framework for creating a business or product name using a proven five-step process that removes guesswork and drives better branding decisions, with Brad Flowers.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r306-5-steps-to-naming/
Naming your business...
Practical email writing techniques that help small business owners communicate more clearly, get faster responses, and reduce costly misunderstandings.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/603-5-tips-for-better-emails/
Email is still the primary ...
How profitability and scalability constraints in your business model keep you stuck and how to diagnose and remove them to finally grow.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/602-why-your-business-is-stuck/
If your business feels stuck - you are w...
The latest in key franchise trends, including AI-driven efficiency, stronger franchisor support, and high-demand service industries.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/601-franchise-trends-giuseppe-grammatico/
Franchising continues to evolve r...
How small business owners can escape price-driven competition by redefining their market and creating a new category instead of competing in crowded spaces.
Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/600-kevin-maney-create-your-category/
Many small bu...
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