Through the Storm

Most business owners overlook the one critical leverage point that can turn a struggling company into a profitable powerhouse, but not Nick Anderson. In this exclusive sneak peek, he reveals how he completely restructured his business model to boost gross margins from 20% to a level that finally works, for both clients and consultants. This isn’t theory; it’s real-world, behind-the-scenes strategy from a CEO who faced a near-collapse and came out stronger on the other side. You’ll discover why simply raising prices isn’t enough, and how to deliver more value that justifies higher margins. Plus, get a glimpse into the tough negotiations and bold decisions that transformed Nick’s business, including how he navigated losing some consultants and scaling his value proposition.Don’t miss out on the proven tactics that help companies thrive even under pressure.Join us next week for the full episode, where Nick dives deeper into the nuts and bolts of his transformation. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube, and start turning stormy challenges into your greatest opportunities.Our new podcast, 'Through the Storm,' focuses on the real struggles business owners face.Often we just hear the highlight reels, but it's importantwe share the honest conversations about financial pressures and the lessons learned from adversity too.The podcast aims to create a supportive community for business owners, sharing stories of challenges and triumphs to help others navigate their own journeys.Stay up to date at smbfinanceos.com.

Our new podcast, 'Through the Storm,' focuses on the real struggles business owners face.Often we just hear the highlight reels, but it's importantwe share the honest conversations about financial pressures and the lessons learned from adversity too.The podcast aims to create a supportive community for business owners, sharing stories of challenges and triumphs to help others navigate their own journeys.Stay up to date at smbfinanceos.com.

In this reintroduction of the podcast, Kurtis Hanni outlines the new direction of 'Through the Storm,' focusing on the real struggles business owners face.He emphasizes the importance of honest conversations about financial pressures and the lessons learned from adversity.The podcast aims to create a supportive community for business owners, sharing stories of challenges and triumphs to help others navigate their own journeys.Learn more at smbfinanceos.com.

Have you ever seen people living just a little differently and wondered how they built that life for themselves?In today's interview, I talk to Brian Luebben, who has done just that.Brian runs a few different businesses but intentionally runs them in a way that creates more freedom for him.In this episode, we talk about his story, the 3 types of freedom, and why you should prioritize passionate income over passive income.Check out Brian's Podcast: Action Academy PodcastFollow him on social:Twitter: @theactionpodIG: @brianluebbenTiktok: @brianluebben—Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

I talk a lot about the numbers of business, but what are the hidden costs?Today I break down opportunity cost and sunk cost and how to make decision-making models that account for these and help you avoid the biases that are all too common.To learn more about these biases, check out my newsletter editions on them:How to avoid sunk cost fallacy and save your business moneyFootball, Food, & Opportunity Cost—Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jeff Rose is Certified Financial Planner that 3 years ago sold his wealth management to become a full-time online educator. He has a blog, book, and youtube channel that reaches 400,000 unique visitors to his website per month.Jeff currently writes for Forbes and Entrepreneur and has been featured in USA Today, Wall Street Journal and Fox Business where he talked personal finance, entrepreneurship and online business.In this episode, we talk about his journey and the lessons he learned along the way.Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

What is the goal of running a business? I argue that everyone's goal is to create value. Ultimately for themselves, but also for their customers and those around them.I break this process into 4 elements and identify some ways you can measure the value you're creating.--Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In the busyness of life and work, it's easy to get distracted by the things around us.In this week's episode, I spoke to Joshua Becker, a multiple-time best seller, and his newest book, Things That Matter.Check out Joshua's work:Things That Matter book (aff)Becoming MinimalistThe Hope Effect---Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Understanding what key metrics to choose is extremely important. The wrong metric can give you the wrong information. The right metric can help you make better decisions in your business.In this episode, I break down the 7-step process of identifying the right KPIs.To learn more, reach out to me here: kurtishanni.com/consulting--Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today I'm being joined by Corey Nicholson. We talk about his journey of starting in e-commerce at age 16 and finding the right opportunity to capitalize.Follow Corey's journey on Twitter or Youtube.---Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Financial Statements can be hard, but they're not as hard as they seem.Today I break down the basics of the 3 Financial Statements.If you're interested in the cohort, you can join here:Cohort Course "Financial Statements Decoded" (Discount code: PODCAST)Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Listen to hear the announcement about a change I'm making to the podcast.Apply for the cohort here (Applications due Aug 17th)Email me what you'd like to hear: kwh@kurtishanni.com--Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today I’m being joined by Josh Patrick and we talk about building a sustainable business, the 4 types of profit, creating financial dashboards, and managing cash flow.Josh is a consultant and author who has written two books: Sustainable & The Sale Ready Company.Buy the Sustainable bookEmail Josh: jpatrick@stage2planning.com--Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Everyone wants to be successful, but everyone also has their own definition of success.So, based on your definition, how can you be successful?Sure, having talent is nice, but it's not the most important factor. Shoot, not even one of the top factors.In this episode, I explore the 5 factors I think contribute more to your success than talent.Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Personal finance is hard with all the jargon and concepts. In today's episode, I attempt to simplify it for you by picking 24 concepts I think you should know.Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Failure is seen as a bad word, but not all failure is bad. In this episode, I talk about what good failure looks like and introduce a few principles that will help you fail well.Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

As a personal finance junkie, you know I have to have some favorites.In this episode, I break down my top 5 and do a brief summary of each.They are:5: The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins4: The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey3: The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas Stanley2: I Will Teach You to be Rich by Ramit Sethi1: The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel--Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

For years, I didn't track my net worth consistently. But when I started doing it, my results got better.Coincidence? I think not... In this episode, I talk about 9 reasons you should track your net worth and how to do it.Places to go:Personal CapitalYNAB (You Need A Budget)Net Worth Tracking Spreadsheet--Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

No matter how well we were taught, we don't listen much at 20. In this week's episode, I reflect back on my 20s and the lessons I wish I knew at that time.Follow me on TwitterSubscribe to my email newsletterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

A weekly review is essential to make sure things don't fall through the cracks. This week I take you through my 3 steps: Ponder, Process, and Prepare.Notion Weekly Review TemplateGTD by David AllenRedeeming Your Time by Jordan RaynorAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands