GSD Podcast

Have you struggled with what do to with your money for your business in a recession? A lot of us do, and one of the first things that is cut is your Marketing budget. But why? It's one of the most needed aspects of your company.I breakdown in this episode why this is not the best idea and how it can hurt you. I also, explain that bringing these services in house at this time is going to cost you more. This topic is a little off our normal direction, but with what is happening in the US today, it's the perfect time to get this out to you.  Support the showWebsiteMerch

This subject has recently become very near and dear to my heart! Welcome to the 2023 Thanksgiving special about how to practice gratitude. Do you spend time daily or weekly talking about what you are thankful for? If not, maybe you should. Tune in to this episode where I breakdown how a simple act of being grateful everyday has turned around my business and also has turned around my person life. And a bonus, since I've been doing this I've become a less anxious person.  Support the showWebsiteMerch

To-do lists, project management software, contracts, Ahhhhh there is so much to keep up with when you are running your own business.  But, if you don't set up the correct systems, you can find yourself struggling to keep up  with your work. One of the hardest things to do when struggling with ADHD is to stay focused and organized. So when you don't have systems in place, you can feel overwhelmed, anxious, and confused on what is next. Is this episode, we discuss 3 ways to help set up systems in your business to help it run smooth. Stop doing the same thing over and over and get yourself set up with a proper systems. It will change how you work greatly.  Support the showWebsiteMerch

Do you find it difficult it to set goals for your business? Do you complain you are doing busy or pointless work?This can be stopped and it can turn into productive work that helps you reach your business goals. I have 3 steps to help you set up your business for success. Stop waiting around for things to happen, it's time for you to take control of your business and succeed. With these 3 simple tips, it can completely change the way you look at your business and the future of your business. Thanks for tuning in! Support the showWebsiteMerch

How do these big brands like Subway, Geico, Progressive and others like them create a Name for their Company? And I'm not talking about how they created their brand name, I mean how they became a household name for everyone?Listen in to this week's episode as we dive in to how you can create a "name" for your business and how to put a face with your company. This will help build trust and loyalty from your customers. This is a big step that a lot of businesses miss and it was a common theme 40 to 50 years ago with businesses. Some companies know they need to do it but get stuck and not sure how to progress. Tune in as I give you some examples and break it down for you.  Support the showWebsiteMerch

How often have you been stuck waiting on someone else so you can do your job? This happens more than you think. It's important to understand your role and your job so others around you can do theirs correctly. This is something I see a lot of Business owners, employees and even contractors due consistently. We can't eliminate this issue but we can do our best to do our job correctly to help make the job flow more smoothly. Tune in to this weeks episode, as I talk about how to tackle this situation and how you can elevate yourself to keep this at a minimum. Support the showWebsiteMerch

Do you ever stress out that no one is keeping up with your pace? Are you working 7 days a week and 14 to 16 hours a day? If you are then STOP! You need to stop rushing yourself and other people if you are not ready to take that next step, release that new product, or offer a new service. Too many times we are not properly planning and figuring out our next move because we want it now.Everyone wants things fast, now and as quick as possible, but to really succeed it takes time, planning and the most important, patience.You need patience and planning when running your business to make sure you execute at a high level. If you rush others due to your lack of patience you are going to stress them out and burn them out. And worst case, you do it to yourself and end up with health issues. Now your business comes to a stop, because you cannot work.It's a hard lesson to learn and one that is important. Tune in to this weeks show to learn about having patience and hear how two different situations I experienced cause loss of work and loss of a business.  Support the showWebsiteMerch

In this episode we will be discussing the organic growth you can achieve by using YouTube for your business. Are you using YouTube right now for your business? Did you know that YouTube is the #2 largest search engine next to Google itself? If you are not capitalizing on the power of YouTube, it's not too late. YouTube can be used alongside paid ads or can be used as a FREE growth tool for your services and products. How can you do that? Tune in and listen to see how YouTube can help your business grow organically over time and grow for free. Support the showWebsiteMerch

Part 3 in a 3 part Social Media series.In this episode we dive into creating content for your Social Media channels that doesn't consume all your time.Do you handle social media yourself? Do you pay someone to do it? We talk about how creating a few long form pieces of content can help you create weeks worth of content to post on your social media channels. These tools and suggestions can greatly help you create and manage your time if you handle all your social media posting yourself. Support the showWebsiteMerch

Part 2 in a 3 part Social Media series.We continue on our Social Media journey by helping business owners understand the importance of having a cohesive look to their social media profile. There are no gimmicks or trick questions to this, it's all about making sure we don't confuse your customers and clients. Tune in this week as we give a brief overview on how to set up and give all your platforms a look that makes your brand recognizable. Support the showWebsiteMerch

First show in a 3 part series on Social Media. In this episode we tackle the daunting question of "What Social Media platforms should I use for my business?" Should you pick only a few? Should you be on every platform? What type of content should I post? Where can I find my demographic?All these questions and more will be answered in this episode and the next 2 upcoming shows. Let's get you set up and moving in the right direction for your business with the right social media platforms. Support the showWebsiteMerch

Do you every find yourself at the end of another year and not sure what is in store for your business for the next year? Are you frustrated at figuring our where your time and money should be spent in the upcoming year?This is pretty common for business owner and even contractors getting ready to close out one year and begin the next. They sometimes feel like a continuation of before, but we don't want to do that. We want to set goals and make lists to get the most out of ourselves and the people we work with. We want to turn busy work into productive work. Tune in to this New Years special and see how you can jump start your business goals for the next year and beyond. Support the showWebsiteMerch

Time for a Christmas break. That's right, time to take a break from our regularly schedule show to talk to you about the importance of taking a break and slowing down. In this podcast we reflect a little bit on Christmas season and why it's important to give yourself a break from your business, not matter what your situation may be. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!Support the showWebsiteMerch

Do you fully understand your clients needs and wants? Uncovering what your clients are looking for and understanding their biggest frustration can be the difference between you and your competitors. In this episode we discuss the importance of understanding your clients, and ways to gather helpful information from them. People are always willing to share their experience if you ask them so feel free to follow up after a job is done. Support the showWebsiteMerch

Have you ever thought that the easiest way to make more money for your business was to add more services or offerings? Have you done this and struggled with your business to stay a float?In this episode we tackle why it's not always best to add more services and offerings to your business, but instead focus on complimenting your niche. Support the showWebsiteMerch

What is your Unique Selling Proposition? In this episode we will dive into what is a USP and why it's important to have one to stand out from your competition. I didn't have one in the beginning because I didn't know about having a USP. Over time I understood the importance of it and I fine tune it year after year. So click play and listen in as you can discover what your USP is for your business. Support the showWebsiteMerch

In this episode we take a break from our regularly scheduled program to talk a little bit about gratitude and showing thanks for what you have.  Support the showWebsiteMerch

Do you have a niche for your business? Do you know what a Niche is? In this episode we will be discussing the importance of niching down your business to target a specific customer or client. Not sure if this is for you? Have you ever heard the term "broad equals broke"? Well, the more services and products you try to offer, the more it can break your company. Find out why it's important to have a specific niche and how it can help your business bring in more money!Support the showWebsiteMerch

In this episode, I talked specifically  about understanding your "why" to start a business. Why do you want to start your own business? What is the reason for this? Understanding your "why" will help you with your direction and focus and you move forward and grow your business. When times get tough, and you are ready to throw in the towel, knowing your "why" will help you push through the noise and thrive. Come listen and hear how I started my business journey on the wrong foot, and how you can change that now. Support the showWebsiteMerch

Welcome to the GSD Podcast! What is this podcast about and how can it help you? Join in for our first episode ever as we discuss the show and what to expect down the road. Thank you for listening and welcome to the GSD family. Support the showWebsiteMerch