Everyday Business Problems

Everyday Business Problems

When it comes to your business, you know everything – except what you don’t. Hosted by David Crysler, each episode we dive into finding and solving everyday business problems. Learn from business leaders and subject matter experts about the challenges they've overcome, and the challenges they still face. Join us for fresh insights, real talk, and inspiration to grow your business!

Episodes

June 24, 2025 18 mins

In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler explains why walking the process, also known as a Gemba walk, is one of the most overlooked yet powerful habits leaders can adopt. From manufacturing floors to office environments, Dave shares real-world stories and lessons learned from skipping this critical step. He outlines how walking the process reveals hidden ineffic...

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In this episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler welcomes Chad Bareither, Principal Consultant at The Bareither Group and author of Improve Less. Chad shares his Focus and Align framework, a strategy for narrowing your improvement efforts to achieve sustainable business results. Together, they unpack why most organizations take on too much...

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In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler breaks down one of the most popular lean tools in operations, 5S. Dave walks through the 3S, 5S, and 6S versions of this system, explaining what each step means and how to actually make it stick. Through personal stories, client examples, and a trip to Toyota's factory, Dave explores the difference between implementing a ...

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June 3, 2025 16 mins

In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler makes a clear case for why effectiveness should always come before efficiency. Dave unpacks the differences between the two concepts and shares real-world examples that highlight how focusing too heavily on efficiency can actually create bottlenecks, waste resources, and frustrate customers. From manufacturing floors to te...

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In this episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler chats with Anders Green, founder of ALOX4 ERP, about the journey from custom tools to scalable, flexible software solutions. Anders shares how his engineering background, experience in the fastener distribution business, and a side hustle in rally racing helped shape his vision for a modern ERP system. They dive into the impor...

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In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler explores the all-too-common challenge of change fatigue, why teams get burned out by constant shifts and how to avoid it. Dave unpacks the results of recent LinkedIn polls on change management and shares the key drivers behind inconsistent leadership messaging and lack of follow-through. Through real-world examples, he off...

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May 13, 2025 17 mins

In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler revisits the often-overlooked fundamentals of roles, responsibilities, and organizational structure. Drawing from recent client work, Dave explains how clear job descriptions and updated org charts are key to driving clarity, consistency, and accountability—especially during major change initiatives. Whether you'r...

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In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler tackles the challenge of exponential cost increases, especially those tied to ongoing tariff conversations. With decades of experience in manufacturing and operations, Dave breaks down the real-world choices businesses face when navigating rising costs: absorb, pass along, or a combination of both. He shares examp...

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In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler takes a deeper dive into the “What” of his Why, What, and How change management framework. Drawing from recent client experiences, Dave explains why addressing "What about me?" is often overlooked during change initiatives, and why it’s critical for both frontline employees and leadership. He shares practical exam...

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In this episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler welcomes back Dan Bennett, founder of Video For Entrepreneurs, for a follow-up conversation on all things video, storytelling, and digital authenticity. Dan shares what’s changed in video content over the past few years, the power of storytelling as a business tool, and why now more than ever, looking and sounding grea...

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April 15, 2025 5 mins

In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler dives into one of his favorite problem-solving tools, the 5 Whys. While the concept seems simple on the surface, Dave unpacks the nuances of using this root cause analysis technique the right way. Through real-world stories from both manufacturing and service-based businesses, he explains how to dig deeper, test y...

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In this episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler sits down with Aaron Harper, CEO of Rolling Suds, to explore how he took a family-run power washing company and transformed it into one of the fastest-growing franchise systems in the country. Aaron shares his journey from the entertainment industry to franchising, his experience scaling Patch Boys to over 400 territor...

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April 1, 2025 17 mins

In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler explores how time tracking worksheets can help uncover where your day actually goes. He shares personal stories, including his early skepticism about timesheets, and explains how they’ve become one of his most effective tools for improving productivity and identifying opportunities to eliminate, delegate, or autom...

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March 25, 2025 24 mins

In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler unpacks what it means to build an intentional culture—and why it’s one of the most challenging and impactful things a leader can do. Drawing from over 25 years of leadership experience, Dave shares personal stories, lessons learned, and practical strategies for transforming toxic or fractured company cultures. Whe...

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March 18, 2025 18 mins

In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler takes a deep dive into process checklists—why they often fail and how to create ones that actually work. Drawing from personal experiences, including a memorable story about a standout machine operator named Tony, Dave shares a simple, three-part framework for building effective process checklists. Whether you're in manufa...

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In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler explores the key lessons from The Goal by Eliyahu M. Goldratt, a foundational book in operational excellence, systems thinking, and continuous improvement. Dave breaks down the core concepts of the Theory of Constraints and how it applies to real-world business challenges. Whether you’re...

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In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler introduces the IDEAL framework, a structured approach to process improvement that helps businesses optimize workflows, increase efficiency, and drive profitability. Dave walks through each step of the framework—Identify, Determine, Enact, Assess, and Learn—while sharing real-world ex...

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In this episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler welcomes Jennifer McConnell, Director of Operations at Royal Printers in British Columbia, Canada. Jennifer shares her journey in the print industry, from growing up in a family-owned business to becoming an advocate for workplace culture, mentorship, and the next generation of print professionals. She discusses the challenges ...

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February 18, 2025 17 mins

In this solo episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler breaks down the fundamentals of effective change management. He shares lessons learned from years of experience, including why so many change initiatives fail and how leaders can ensure their teams successfully adopt and sustain new processes. Dave introduces his three-part framework: Why, What, and How of Change, along wi...

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In this episode of the Everyday Business Problems podcast, Dave Crysler welcomes Martin Cunningham, a senior financial executive with extensive experience in financial strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and operational optimization. They dive into key financial metrics that drive business growth, the importance of strategic financial planning, and how companies can prepare for acquisitions or exit...

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