Business Wingmen Podcast

Business Wingmen Podcast

Tired of boring business discussions fit for your out of touch boss? The Business Wingmen Show, brought to you by father and son duo Steve and Travis Smith, trade tales of corporate absurdity and career brilliance with an electric candor, one which isn’t scared to not be politically correct. Our show dives deep into the thinking, behaviors and actions professional people at the top of their game embody. From leadership and management challenges to climbing the corporate ladder or being a successful entrepreneur, Steve and Travis’ insights help their listeners put to practice REAL ideas and tactics that actually work in the business world. Gain some new, thought-provoking perspective on how to lead your team and run a profitable, growing business- all in about 20 minutes.

Episodes

171- Motivating Your Team During Business Slow Downs

April 1, 2025 • 34 mins
Business slowdowns are inevitable.  When these light periods show up, what do you do to keep your team motivated?  What do you do to capture this time and get things done that would get put aside when business is heavy?

In today's episode of the Business Wingmen, your hosts Steve and Travis Smith discuss a variety of things that will improve your staff, your operation and your ability to confidently get through the next downturn.
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170- The Four Pillars of Economic Resilience

March 18, 2025 • 36 mins
We're headed into a period of potentially great economic uncertainty.  To prevent your business from a severe setback, focus on these 4 areas that will enable you to avoid financial damage and achieve economic resilience.
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169- Is Your Management Style Obsolete? Future-Proof Your Leadership Now

March 11, 2025 • 33 mins
The business environment is changing and now it's headed for your management career!  As companies big and small look for ways to become more efficient, leaners and more profitable, the role of management is being looked at for its future viability.

If you're strength is in leading and overseeing the work of others, you'll need to future-proof your leadership now, ensuring your company sees you as a management asset, not a place to ...
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168- 4 Universal Principles to Ensure a Rewarding Career

March 4, 2025 • 45 mins
Career growth and development is a lifetime pursuit.  So, how do you know you are doing things right and will eventually receive the rewards associated with career success?  In today's episode of the Business Wingmen, your hosts, Steve Smith & Travis Smith reveal the 4 universal principles that ensure career success.
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167- Miserable at Work- How To Fix It Without Burning Bridges

February 11, 2025 • 34 mins
Are you waking up dreading work? Do you feel disgruntled, unappreciated, or just plain tired of your job? You're not alone. Many professionals experience these feelings, especially in today's ever-changing work environment. In this episode, we discuss what to do when you hate your job, but before you make any rash decisions like revenge quitting or quiet quitting.
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166- Drive High Performance by Developing Self Managed Employees

January 28, 2025 • 39 mins
Why are self managed employees more likely to be high performers in their jobs?  The answer lies in how they manage themselves and the work they do.  Hiring these folks is the best approach but how can you identify and develop employees who may exhibit high performance tendencies?  In this episode of the Business Wingmen, your hosts Steve and Travis Smith define what to look for and how to approach developing self managed employees...
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165- Stump the Wingman

January 21, 2025 • 42 mins
In this episode, your business wingmen, Steve Smith and Travis Smith, take turns handling situations that occur with leaders, business owners, managers and professionals.  Their evaluation and advice for dealing with these issues is worth the listen. 
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164- The Pros and Cons of DEI

January 14, 2025 • 42 mins
Is DEI a business necessity or a political burden? In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of DEI in the workplace, analyze recent trends, and discuss how to navigate the challenges and unlock business growth. Listen in and gain valuable insights!
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163- Get a Great Start to the New Year

January 7, 2025 • 24 mins
How energized are you to get goals for the new year?  Unlike New Years resolutions which have a dismal failure rate, legitimate business goals are serious if you want your business to grow or be more profitable.  In today's episode, your Business Wingmen hosts, Steve Smith & Travis Smith share simple but effective ways to establish and stick to your goals all year long.
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162- Does Dressing for Success Really Matter Today

January 3, 2025 • 38 mins
What you showed up to work wearing use to mean something.  Today, with so much of the country in various degrees of casual dress, it's debateable that this principle of excellence even means anything anymore.  So, do you pay attention to how you show up?  Does your wardrobe cater to a successful presentation?  In today's episode of 'Does Dressing for Success Even Matter Today', your Business Wingmen hosts weigh in on the merits of ...
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161- What Inspires You

December 17, 2024 • 30 mins
Inspirational moments are all around us but you have to go looking for them.  How much inspiration have you encountered and have you inspired others as you work and live your life?

Today's Business Wingmen episode, 'What Inspires You' is a great conversation on what inspirational moments look and feel like and how you can inspire others by just showing up.

Listen in, you'll thank us later!
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160- Are You Easy to Do Business With

November 26, 2024 • 40 mins
Many times, fluctuations with customers and vendors gets down to one issue; you're not easy to do business with!  Lots of elements can contribute to this but the main one is, how the owner/ manager views the relationship with customers and vendors.

In this episode of the Business Wingmen Show, Steve Smith and Travis Smith discuss how this happens and what to do to keep the people you worked so hard to get.
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159- Top Business Blunders to Avoid When Starting Out

November 19, 2024 • 28 mins
It's a sure bet that starting a business will include making mistakes.  Everyone makes mistakes but you don't need to repeat other business owner's blunders.  In this episode, we outline 8 mistakes that new business owners make and what you can do to avoid them.  Join your Business Wingmen Show hosts- Steve Smith & Travis Smith to learn what these success limiting mistakes are and what to do to avoid them.

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158- Famous Quotes That Inspire Us

November 5, 2024 • 39 mins
What inspires you?  Is it a friend, a co-worker or a role model you look up to?  For us, it's quotes from famous business professionals who capture the essence of what is most important to remember.

In this episode of the Business Wingmen Show, Steve Smith & Travis Smith share their most meaning quotes and talk about the people who originated them.  Listen in, you'll thank us later!
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157- How to Work With People You Don't Like

October 22, 2024 • 32 mins
How do you work with people you don't like?  Do you fight with them?  Do you ghost them?  What if you both are responsible for producing the same results.  It's a problem that causes many employees (and managers) undue stress.  Do you have to live with someone you don't like working in your area or being part of your team?  Yes and no!  Listen to today's Business Wingmen podcast and learn how to work with someone you don't like.  Y...
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156- How to Say No and Be Respected For It

October 8, 2024 • 24 mins
Many people can't say No, even when they know they should.  Lack of confidence, not wanting to hurt other's feelings and a desire to please all play a role.  There is, however, a way to say No, and be respected for it.  Listen in and learn how.
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155- Setting Your New Sales Rep Up For Success

October 8, 2024 • 38 mins
Hiring the right sales person for your company requires knowing who will fit best with your culture and process.  New sales hires canturn out way more successful with the proper onboarding and orientation.  Listen in and learn how.
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154- Bouncing Back from a Career Setback

September 24, 2024 • 39 mins
How do you bounce back when your career takes a wrong turn? A layoff, a demotion, or a firing can all create a sense of fear and a lack of confidence.  But careers are a journey so at some point, everyone runs into a setback.  Today's Business Wingmen Show episode focuses on the things you should do to get back into the game and headed in the right career direction.
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153- Feedback- Your Employees Want it So Why Arent You Giving It

September 17, 2024 • 35 mins
One of the best ways to effectively manage a team is by providing feedback.  Employees want it but many managers avoid giving it.  Direction, evaluation, and skill building all require regular feedback.  If you have been avoiding or struggling to give feedback in a confident, genuine manner, this episode is for you.
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152- Are You Investing in Your Best Talent at the Right Time

September 10, 2024 • 39 mins
When is the best time for companies to invest in professional development for new hires or recently promoted individuals?  Most wait for problems to surface.  We think a more proactive approach is better.
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