The Only Business Podcast
Only Business is where real entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals come to get the truth about what it takes to grow, lead, and win. No gimmicks. No hype. Just practical game from someone who has done it. Hosted by Steven Johnson, The Star Maker, this show delivers specifics, strategy, and substance on business growth, leadership, and personal finance. If you are tired of empty motivation and recycled advice, this is your space. It is not personal. It’s Only Business.
Episodes
This final episode of Only Business brings a powerful close to a global podcast that guided entrepreneurs through strategy, leadership, and practical business growth. Steve Johnson reflects on the lessons shared, the community built across 73 countries, and the decision to step into larger platforms. This sunset message offers gratitude, direction, and a clear invitation to stay connected as the journey continues.
This episode cuts through the noise and speaks directly to business owners and leaders who refuse to panic when the numbers shift. The economy is unpredictable. Inflation is still biting. Customers are cautious. Yet in every period of uncertainty, there are people who don’t just survive, they advance. This conversation lays out exactly how to read the current landscape, tighten your margins, steady your team, and keep your business...
This episode breaks down the structural mistake most small businesses made long before the economy tightened. They weren’t underperforming. They were misbuilt.
If your business is still depending on capital that isn’t coming or growth that isn’t paying, this is the wake-up call you need.
You’ll learn:
• What capital-driven vs revenue-driven actually means at the operational level
• Why so many small business owners unknowingly ...
What if faith based organizations operated with the same discipline and precision as successful startups?
In this episode, Starmaker Steve Johnson explains how spiritual communities can expand their influence, strengthen their mission, and create lasting impact using proven leadership and organizational principles. You will learn how structure, vision, culture, and strong leadership work together to build transformation that end...
Protect your peace like it’s part of your business plan, because it is.
There comes a point when exhaustion stops being physical and starts becoming personal. When you realize the grind, the pressure, and the performance have all taken more than they’ve given. This episode is about that moment. The breaking point that forces you to question what strength really is and whether the version of success you’re chasing is even yours a...
When Washington shuts down, the ripple effect can hit small businesses hard. Today’s program breaks down how a government shutdown really affects your business. From stalled SBA loans to cash flow shutdowns, lost customers and shaken confidence in the market.
Today you’ll learn how to protect your business, spot opportunities during chaos, and build the kind of resilience that keeps you moving evenwhen everything else stops. T...
In this episode, we walk through 20 sharp, revealing questions every leader should be asking across four key areas: attracting top talent, developing your team, keeping people engaged, and driving meaningful performance. This is not theory. It is a practical gut check for anyone in charge of people, culture, or outcomes. If you want to lead with purpose and power, this episode will push you to confront what you have been avoiding a...
This episode isn’t about politics- it’s about power moves. No matter how you feel about Trump or the current administration, the Big Beautiful Bill is now law, and it’s already reshaping the game for small business owners. From permanent tax breaks and new deductions to hidden risks and long-term pressure, we lay out the real playbook for entrepreneurs who want to move smarter while others argue.
This episode of the Only Business podcast explores how gratitude can be a powerful tool for business growth. It breaks down eight practical ways gratitude impacts client loyalty, team morale, decision-making, and long-term success. Listeners will learn how to apply gratitude as a mindset and strategy to stay focused, build stronger relationships, and move through difficult seasons with clarity and purpose.
This episode of the Only Business podcast unpacks eight reasons why people are not referring your business and how to change that starting now. Learn how to build emotional connection, clarify your offer, create a referral system, and teach your audience exactly when and how to recommend you. If you’re tired of being liked but not referred, this episode gives you the strategy to turn admiration into action.
This episode of the Only Business Podcast asks a question most entrepreneurs avoid: Do you like yourself? We explore how self-perception quietly shapes pricing, leadership, boundaries, decision making, and long term business health. If you have been feeling stuck, scattered, or disconnected from your work, this episode will help you reconnect with the person behind the business and build from a stronger foundation.
In this episode of the Only Business Podcast, we break down the new rules of business credit in 2025. From what lenders really look for to why your social media presence no longer matters, this episode uncovers the most common mistakes keeping entrepreneurs from getting funded. Listeners will learn how to prepare their financials, avoid predatory lenders, prove ROI, and build trust with underwriters. If you’re serious about securin...
In this episode of Only Business, we break down 10 powerful, unexpected business lessons from the film Training Day. From recognizing manipulation and handling pressure, to building real influence and avoiding ego-driven collapse, this deep-dive delivers real-world insights every small business owner needs. If you’re growing a business and want to lead with clarity, strategy, and integrity — this episode is a must-listen.
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In this episode, we break down how loyalty, when unchecked, can quietly sabotage your growth, your peace, and your business. From underperforming staff and draining clients to outdated strategies and trauma bonds, learn how to spot the difference between genuine commitment and emotional captivity. If you have ever felt worn out by people you care about or stuck in roles you did not sign up for, this one is for you.
If you’re curious about private equity but tired of all the jargon, in this episode, we break it all the way down—what private equity is, how it works, who it helps, and who it hurts. Whether you’re building a business or just trying to understand the headlines, this is the clear, honest explanation you’ve been looking for.
If you’re feeling burned out, this episode is your reset.
In “You Don’t Need a Break You Need a Win,” we unpack five bold and practical moves that can shift your energy, reignite your focus, and get you back in motion without waiting on perfect timing. If you’ve been stuck in fatigue, this is the reminder you did not know you needed. Progress is still possible, and one strategic win can change everything. Real insight, real momentum...
Feeling stuck in your business? Think again. In this episode, we break down 12 powerful signs that you’re actually making real progress - even if it’s not loud or flashy. From better decision-making to quiet momentum, this is your reminder that growth isn’t always visible, but it’s always happening. If you’ve been grinding without recognition, this episode will prove you’re closer to your breakthrough than you realize.
Power isn’t given—it’s built.
In this landmark 100th episode, we break down why real power isn’t inclusive, why access doesn’t equal authority, and what it actually takes to lead, decide, and protect what you’ve built.
High-ticket isn’t the only way to win. In this episode, we break down how to build serious momentum through low-ticket offers that actually convert.
You’ll learn 10 proven rules for creating powerful entry-point products, earning trust at scale, and turning small payments into long-term profit. Whether you sell digital tools, services, or physical goods, this episode gives you the real strategy behind low-ticket success—without gim...
In this no-nonsense episode of Only Business, our host breaks down the dangerous myth that social media posting equals real marketing. Learn why consistent content doesn’t guarantee customers, how to build a true marketing system that drives revenue, and what it takes to turn visibility into value. If you’re tired of posting with no results, this episode will change how you approach your entire strategy.
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