Bosses 4 Bosses Castos https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/ Small business owners talking about what our experience has been in our area of industry - from start-up to now. We often talk about staying nimble, using creativity, and using our wits to drive success. Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 en © 2021 https://episodes.castos.com/615ba74d820666-04282051/images/B4B-CoverArt.png Bosses 4 Bosses https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/ Small business owners talking about what our experience has been in our area of industry - from start-up to now. We often talk about staying nimble, using creativity, and using our wits to drive success. Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer episodic Small business owners talking about what our experience has been in our area of industry - from start-up to now. We often talk about staying nimble, using creativity, and using our wits to drive success. Alisa McCabe info@smartboss.media true https://feeds.castos.com/3n32w yes <![CDATA[Ep. 17 Doing Business with Big Companies]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-17-doing-business-with-big-companies https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-17-doing-business-with-big-companies Our three co-hosts discuss what it’s like to work with companies that are much larger than their own.  What are the challenges of being an entrepreneur when your client is a “giant”?  How can you negotiate for favorable terms?  Jason Meyer (Meyer Business Law) leads the conversation this week and gathers some interesting stories from his colleagues! 

 

00:30 Jason introduces the episode – “are you a David, trying to make a deal with Goliath?”

03:15 Alisa talks about how payment can be an unexpected burden for small companies who may not have the necessary capital on hand. 

06:45 Successfully negotiating contract terms.

12:25 Jason explains how he thinks about NASA launch protocols in advance of a sensitive deal. 

14:45 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

Quotes:

 

What you have to do walking in is know your risk profile and pick your battles, and as you pick your battles, listen closely to the other side for what their requirements are and meet those requirements … in other words, be entrepreneurial about the way you deal with those negotiations.

 Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

 

I actually didn't realize how much negotiation I was able to do on my side…I always feel as though as if there's a bigger company and they have more market share, that I have to do things their way.  Knowing that I don't have to – that there is some wiggle room in that negotiation that we can at least ask for – That's really comforting to know.

Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

 

]]> full 17 1 true Our three co-hosts discuss what it’s like to work with companies that are much larger than their own.  What are the challenges of being an entrepreneur when your client is a “giant”?  How can you negotiate for favorable terms?  Jason Meyer (Meyer Business Law) leads the conversation this week and gathers some interesting stories from his colleagues! 

 

00:30 Jason introduces the episode – “are you a David, trying to make a deal with Goliath?”

03:15 Alisa talks about how payment can be an unexpected burden for small companies who may not have the necessary capital on hand. 

06:45 Successfully negotiating contract terms.

12:25 Jason explains how he thinks about NASA launch protocols in advance of a sensitive deal. 

14:45 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

Quotes:

 

What you have to do walking in is know your risk profile and pick your battles, and as you pick your battles, listen closely to the other side for what their requirements are and meet those requirements … in other words, be entrepreneurial about the way you deal with those negotiations.

 Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

 

I actually didn't realize how much negotiation I was able to do on my side…I always feel as though as if there's a bigger company and they have more market share, that I have to do things their way.  Knowing that I don't have to – that there is some wiggle room in that negotiation that we can at least ask for – That's really comforting to know.

Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

 

]]> 00:20:06 <![CDATA[Ep. 16 Executive Mentorship]]> Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-16-executive-mentorship https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-16-executive-mentorship This week, Josh, Jason & Alisa welcome Mary Forte to the show as a special guest co-host.  Mary is the Philadelphia Area Vistage Chair, and former CEO at Zale Corporation. Josh (River Avenue Digital) leads the discussion on executive mentorship based on his own journey as an entrepreneur, and his most recent experience as a member of Mary’s Vistage group.  Why is it important to establish a network of leaders across different industries, and what is the role of an executive mentor?  All bosses know it can be lonely at the top – but it doesn’t have to be. 

 

00:25 Josh introduces the episode

01:25 Josh outlines the role of a Vistage group

07:00 Mary Forte discusses Vistage and her experience as a CEO.

11:00 Josh talks about his favorite part of a Vistage meeting. 

13:30 Vistage goes beyond simple networking – accountability, perspective, and a wholistic assessment of the individual allow them to dive deep and do the work together. 

18:00 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

Quotes:

 

How can you create camaraderie and get advice from people who have been in your seat, who are in your seat, who have done all the things that you're doing? How can you help them and get a great feeling about bringing other people along? It's all part of executive mentorship.

Josh Irons, River Avenue Digital

 

I think it's a common experience for entrepreneurs to sort of get their business to a point and then just keep hitting some glass wall.

 Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

 

What people don't realize… is that someone who's in manufacturing is going through a lot of the same problems as someone who owns a marketing firm or someone who owns a law firm or someone who owns an accounting firm; they still have some really similar basic issues.

Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

 

I don't think I would have grown as much as I did in my career if it wasn't for some pretty great mentors.

            Mary Forte, Vistage Chair

]]> full 16 1 true This week, Josh, Jason & Alisa welcome Mary Forte to the show as a special guest co-host.  Mary is the Philadelphia Area Vistage Chair, and former CEO at Zale Corporation. Josh (River Avenue Digital) leads the discussion on executive mentorship based on his own journey as an entrepreneur, and his most recent experience as a member of Mary’s Vistage group.  Why is it important to establish a network of leaders across different industries, and what is the role of an executive mentor?  All bosses know it can be lonely at the top – but it doesn’t have to be. 

 

00:25 Josh introduces the episode

01:25 Josh outlines the role of a Vistage group

07:00 Mary Forte discusses Vistage and her experience as a CEO.

11:00 Josh talks about his favorite part of a Vistage meeting. 

13:30 Vistage goes beyond simple networking – accountability, perspective, and a wholistic assessment of the individual allow them to dive deep and do the work together. 

18:00 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

Quotes:

 

How can you create camaraderie and get advice from people who have been in your seat, who are in your seat, who have done all the things that you're doing? How can you help them and get a great feeling about bringing other people along? It's all part of executive mentorship.

Josh Irons, River Avenue Digital

 

I think it's a common experience for entrepreneurs to sort of get their business to a point and then just keep hitting some glass wall.

 Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

 

What people don't realize… is that someone who's in manufacturing is going through a lot of the same problems as someone who owns a marketing firm or someone who owns a law firm or someone who owns an accounting firm; they still have some really similar basic issues.

Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

 

I don't think I would have grown as much as I did in my career if it wasn't for some pretty great mentors.

            Mary Forte, Vistage Chair

]]> 00:21:57 <![CDATA[Ep. 15 Delegation as a Tool for Business Growth]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-15-delegation-as-a-tool-for-business-growth https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-15-delegation-as-a-tool-for-business-growth This week, Alisa, Josh & Jason welcome a special guest host to the show: Jeff Harris, founder of JMJB Merchant Solutions, a credit card processing brokerage based out of Philadelphia.  Alisa (First Steps Financial) leads the discussion about delegating work to facilitate growth.  When, how, and why should a business owner decide to delegate tasks?  How do you know that the time is right to add to your team? Our co-hosts recall the moments that drove them to finally start delegating, and the immediate benefits they saw from doing so.

 

00:35 Alisa introduces the episode

02:00 Jeff Harris talks about his career path and why he decided to start his own company, JMJB Merchant Solutions.

06:00 Jason explains why everybody should start delegating “sooner than I did!”

07:50 Jason manages to paraphrase MC Hammer, much to the delight of his co-hosts!

09:40 Josh knows that its’ time to delegate more when the pressure builds – delegation becomes a release valve of sorts, so you can get out of your own way.

11:10 Jeff Harris finds that bringing someone on to do the tasks he doesn’t love doing allows him to focus his time and efforts.

15:00 Jason asks the group to weigh in on what it’s like when you start delegating the high value work.  When do you know you need another “you”?

21:55 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

JMJB Merchant Solutions

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

Quotes:

 

Every time I've made that step to hand somebody something, it's freed me up to be a better boss and be able to grow my vision quickly and efficiently.

Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

           

As long as I keep surrounding myself with people smarter than me, my business is going to soar.

Josh Irons, River Avenue Digital

 

[When] adding to your own team, I would take ability, intellectual fire power, being a culture match -- to me, those are much more important than does someone have previous experience, do they have some particular technical skill.

Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

 

Figure out what you love doing and what you are incredibly good at doing, and really focus and go hard at those things. Then figure out ways to have the other stuff taken care of elsewhere.

Jeff Harris, JMJB Merchant Solutions

]]> full 15 1 true This week, Alisa, Josh & Jason welcome a special guest host to the show: Jeff Harris, founder of JMJB Merchant Solutions, a credit card processing brokerage based out of Philadelphia.  Alisa (First Steps Financial) leads the discussion about delegating work to facilitate growth.  When, how, and why should a business owner decide to delegate tasks?  How do you know that the time is right to add to your team? Our co-hosts recall the moments that drove them to finally start delegating, and the immediate benefits they saw from doing so.

 

00:35 Alisa introduces the episode

02:00 Jeff Harris talks about his career path and why he decided to start his own company, JMJB Merchant Solutions.

06:00 Jason explains why everybody should start delegating “sooner than I did!”

07:50 Jason manages to paraphrase MC Hammer, much to the delight of his co-hosts!

09:40 Josh knows that its’ time to delegate more when the pressure builds – delegation becomes a release valve of sorts, so you can get out of your own way.

11:10 Jeff Harris finds that bringing someone on to do the tasks he doesn’t love doing allows him to focus his time and efforts.

15:00 Jason asks the group to weigh in on what it’s like when you start delegating the high value work.  When do you know you need another “you”?

21:55 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

JMJB Merchant Solutions

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

Quotes:

 

Every time I've made that step to hand somebody something, it's freed me up to be a better boss and be able to grow my vision quickly and efficiently.

Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

           

As long as I keep surrounding myself with people smarter than me, my business is going to soar.

Josh Irons, River Avenue Digital

 

[When] adding to your own team, I would take ability, intellectual fire power, being a culture match -- to me, those are much more important than does someone have previous experience, do they have some particular technical skill.

Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

 

Figure out what you love doing and what you are incredibly good at doing, and really focus and go hard at those things. Then figure out ways to have the other stuff taken care of elsewhere.

Jeff Harris, JMJB Merchant Solutions

]]> 00:28:13 <![CDATA[Ep. 14 - Your Business Needs Contracts]]> Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-14-your-business-needs-contracts https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-14-your-business-needs-contracts Jason Meyer (Meyer Business Law) leads the conversation this week, and he starts off by admitting to his co-hosts that he’s a “contract nerd!”  The conversation bounces between the four hosts who each use contracts differently.  Learn how contracts become a useful tool for communication, how they can be flexible to meet the needs of both parties, and what you should include the next time you hire an independent contractor or new employee.  This episode is chock-full of good tips from our experienced hosts.  You’ll want to listen to this one more than once!

 

00:35 Jason introduces the episode

02:40 Alisa shares how contracts help to immediately set expectations between her staff and their clients.

04:45 Josh talks about protecting capital with contract terms

06:25 Ayesha reviews what kind of contract you want for an independent contractor vs. the offer letter she recommends for employees.

13:00 Jason talks about how contracts have helped him avoid unnecessary confrontation

15:25 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

Hamilton Law Firm

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

Quotes:

I once was involved in a contract dispute related to me delivering things between nine and four at the loading dock, and I think you all know that you can't really deliver digital marketing services to a loading dock.

            Josh Irons, River Avenue Digital

 

One of the greatest protections that a company has is the at-will employment relationship.        Ayesha Hamilton, Hamilton Law

 

… [a contract] gives a clear path of what's going to happen next, and what the scope is really, and how we can both stay inside of it…

Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

I don't think entrepreneurs think enough about their contracts, and I don't think they really use them … to their advantage.   

Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

]]> full 14 1 true Jason Meyer (Meyer Business Law) leads the conversation this week, and he starts off by admitting to his co-hosts that he’s a “contract nerd!”  The conversation bounces between the four hosts who each use contracts differently.  Learn how contracts become a useful tool for communication, how they can be flexible to meet the needs of both parties, and what you should include the next time you hire an independent contractor or new employee.  This episode is chock-full of good tips from our experienced hosts.  You’ll want to listen to this one more than once!

 

00:35 Jason introduces the episode

02:40 Alisa shares how contracts help to immediately set expectations between her staff and their clients.

04:45 Josh talks about protecting capital with contract terms

06:25 Ayesha reviews what kind of contract you want for an independent contractor vs. the offer letter she recommends for employees.

13:00 Jason talks about how contracts have helped him avoid unnecessary confrontation

15:25 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

Hamilton Law Firm

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

Quotes:

I once was involved in a contract dispute related to me delivering things between nine and four at the loading dock, and I think you all know that you can't really deliver digital marketing services to a loading dock.

            Josh Irons, River Avenue Digital

 

One of the greatest protections that a company has is the at-will employment relationship.        Ayesha Hamilton, Hamilton Law

 

… [a contract] gives a clear path of what's going to happen next, and what the scope is really, and how we can both stay inside of it…

Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

I don't think entrepreneurs think enough about their contracts, and I don't think they really use them … to their advantage.   

Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

]]> 00:20:22 <![CDATA[Ep. #13 Business Relationships: When to stay and when to go]]> Thu, 08 Sep 2022 15:55:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-13-business-relationships-when-to-stay-and-when-to-go https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-13-business-relationships-when-to-stay-and-when-to-go  

Josh Irons (River Avenue Digital) leads his colleagues in a discussion about the heart of every entrepreneur’s business: relationships.  How do you form new relationships and what expectations do you have for them?  When and how you can walk away from a business relationship? How do you protect your time and energy while also finding opportunities for support and professional growth?

 

00:35 Josh introduces the episode

02:50 Alisa talks about making connections and looking for value in a new relationship, not just generating your next lead.

04:30 Sometimes a relationship runs its course and is no longer beneficial for one or both parties.  Jason talks about trusting your gut and moving on.

06:35 Ayesha admits that she will sometimes drift away from folks in her network.  The group talks about “ghosting” techniques and when it’s ok to use them.

10:15 What is the best way to approach a new business relationship or group membership?  How do you invest for the “long haul”?

13:10 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

Hamilton Law Firm

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

 

Quotes:

Relationships are all we have at the end of the day, so we have to make sure that we're creating lasting, strong relationships.

            Josh Irons, River Avenue Digital

 

You really have to be protective of the amount of time you're spending on some venture, you have to be smart about, are the people in the room, the types of relationships you want to develop it?

            Ayesha Hamilton, Hamilton Law

 

Since the pandemic, I am not as open as I was. I used to spend a lot of time with a lot of people, and I've really cut back on that because I realize that time is precious.

            Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

…business or not, this is worth spending [time]…. because I'm just going to get a pep talk from being around other people who really want to grow their business and are prepared to put in the time to do it, and I get a lift out of that.

            Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

]]> full 13 true  

Josh Irons (River Avenue Digital) leads his colleagues in a discussion about the heart of every entrepreneur’s business: relationships.  How do you form new relationships and what expectations do you have for them?  When and how you can walk away from a business relationship? How do you protect your time and energy while also finding opportunities for support and professional growth?

 

00:35 Josh introduces the episode

02:50 Alisa talks about making connections and looking for value in a new relationship, not just generating your next lead.

04:30 Sometimes a relationship runs its course and is no longer beneficial for one or both parties.  Jason talks about trusting your gut and moving on.

06:35 Ayesha admits that she will sometimes drift away from folks in her network.  The group talks about “ghosting” techniques and when it’s ok to use them.

10:15 What is the best way to approach a new business relationship or group membership?  How do you invest for the “long haul”?

13:10 Boss Moves of the Week!

 

Resources & Links:

Smart Boss Media

Hamilton Law Firm

First Steps Financial

Meyer Business Law

River Avenue Digital

For more information, e-mail us at info@smartboss.media

 

 

 

Quotes:

Relationships are all we have at the end of the day, so we have to make sure that we're creating lasting, strong relationships.

            Josh Irons, River Avenue Digital

 

You really have to be protective of the amount of time you're spending on some venture, you have to be smart about, are the people in the room, the types of relationships you want to develop it?

            Ayesha Hamilton, Hamilton Law

 

Since the pandemic, I am not as open as I was. I used to spend a lot of time with a lot of people, and I've really cut back on that because I realize that time is precious.

            Alisa McCabe, First Steps Financial

 

…business or not, this is worth spending [time]…. because I'm just going to get a pep talk from being around other people who really want to grow their business and are prepared to put in the time to do it, and I get a lift out of that.

            Jason Meyer, Meyer Business Law

]]> 00:17:57 <![CDATA[Ep. 12 Best of Times & Worst of Times]]> Wed, 23 Mar 2022 01:19:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-12-best-of-times-worst-of-times https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-12-best-of-times-worst-of-times Today, Jason Myer leads a discussion around the "best and worst" of the past couple of years, especially remote working and the current and future trends in business. Ayesha, Alisa, Josh, and Jason talk about the changes that have happened since COVID first started and what the future looks like for entrepreneurs. 

Is the Great Resignation real? Are people starting new businesses? What about current leases for brick and mortar businesses? 

In this episode, they answer those questions and more. If you have any questions, comments, or if you want to contact anyone on the podcast, reach out to info@smartboss.media. 

 

Talking Points:

00:31 - Introduction

01:18 - The reverberating effect of COVID

04:05 - Current business trends in marketing

04:39 - Trends in law and leasing

07:00 - What do you do differently so you don’t fail during the next pandemic?

10:50 - The biggest source of over-optimism

14:41 - River Avenue Digital

15:05 - Boss Moves of the Week

16:33 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> full 12 1 true Today, Jason Myer leads a discussion around the "best and worst" of the past couple of years, especially remote working and the current and future trends in business. Ayesha, Alisa, Josh, and Jason talk about the changes that have happened since COVID first started and what the future looks like for entrepreneurs. 

Is the Great Resignation real? Are people starting new businesses? What about current leases for brick and mortar businesses? 

In this episode, they answer those questions and more. If you have any questions, comments, or if you want to contact anyone on the podcast, reach out to info@smartboss.media. 

 

Talking Points:

00:31 - Introduction

01:18 - The reverberating effect of COVID

04:05 - Current business trends in marketing

04:39 - Trends in law and leasing

07:00 - What do you do differently so you don’t fail during the next pandemic?

10:50 - The biggest source of over-optimism

14:41 - River Avenue Digital

15:05 - Boss Moves of the Week

16:33 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> 00:18:10 <![CDATA[Ep. 11 How do you re-center yourself?]]> Wed, 16 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-11-how-do-you-re-center-yourself https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-11-how-do-you-re-center-yourself Today’s episode is all about re-centering yourself. Josh leads a conversation today as Alisa, Ayesha, and Jason talk about how they are able to get back in the right mindset when work is just a little too chaotic for them. 

When you’re working fourteen hours a day, it can be hard to unwind. From mental health awareness to small indulgences, the crew here at Bosses 4 Bosses share great tips on the most important things you can do to get yourself back to “normal.” 

If you have any questions, comments, or if you want to contact anyone on the podcast, reach out to info@smartboss.media. 


Talking Points:

00:39 - Introduction

01:17 - Learning techniques and asking for help

03:57 - Walking away and unplugging

06:57 - What is normal?

08:05 - Getting active and a small indulgence

10:58 - First Steps Financial

12:14 - Boss Moves of the Week

14:14 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> full 11 true Today’s episode is all about re-centering yourself. Josh leads a conversation today as Alisa, Ayesha, and Jason talk about how they are able to get back in the right mindset when work is just a little too chaotic for them. 

When you’re working fourteen hours a day, it can be hard to unwind. From mental health awareness to small indulgences, the crew here at Bosses 4 Bosses share great tips on the most important things you can do to get yourself back to “normal.” 

If you have any questions, comments, or if you want to contact anyone on the podcast, reach out to info@smartboss.media. 


Talking Points:

00:39 - Introduction

01:17 - Learning techniques and asking for help

03:57 - Walking away and unplugging

06:57 - What is normal?

08:05 - Getting active and a small indulgence

10:58 - First Steps Financial

12:14 - Boss Moves of the Week

14:14 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> 00:15:52 <![CDATA[Ep. 10 Numbers to Look At]]> Wed, 09 Mar 2022 06:27:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-10-numbers-to-look-at https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-10-numbers-to-look-at What are your employee turnover numbers? What is your revenue every week? Every quarter? What numbers do you provide to your clients?

Every company generates data, but not every company uses that data to help scale their business. Today, Alisa leads a discussion about different numbers you should look at when you’re building, running, and scaling a business. Ayesha, Jason, and Josh talk about what kind of data they pay attention to each quarter, as well as what sorts of numbers they share, turnover rates, and other important numbers.

 

Talking Points:

00:29 - Introduction

01:25 - Safety in Numbers: The importance of using your data and numbers

03:34 - What numbers to look at to see where you are flying and what direction you’re going

07:40 - Different numbers to watch

13:28 - Providing numbers to clients

18:52 - Hamilton Law

19:34 - Boss Moves of the Week

22:31 - Conclusion

 

Resources/Links:

]]> full 10 true What are your employee turnover numbers? What is your revenue every week? Every quarter? What numbers do you provide to your clients?

Every company generates data, but not every company uses that data to help scale their business. Today, Alisa leads a discussion about different numbers you should look at when you’re building, running, and scaling a business. Ayesha, Jason, and Josh talk about what kind of data they pay attention to each quarter, as well as what sorts of numbers they share, turnover rates, and other important numbers.

 

Talking Points:

00:29 - Introduction

01:25 - Safety in Numbers: The importance of using your data and numbers

03:34 - What numbers to look at to see where you are flying and what direction you’re going

07:40 - Different numbers to watch

13:28 - Providing numbers to clients

18:52 - Hamilton Law

19:34 - Boss Moves of the Week

22:31 - Conclusion

 

Resources/Links:

]]> 00:24:08 <![CDATA[Ep. 9 Don't be an Ass]]> Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-9-don39t-be-an-ass-1 https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-9-don39t-be-an-ass-1 As entrepreneurs we all need help. Don’t be an ass, ask for it.

Asking for help is a difficult thing to do, no matter who you are. Entrepreneurs sometimes find it more difficult than most. Somehow, we arrived at the idea that we need to do everything for ourselves. Today, we’re talking about how asking for help is the best thing you can do as an entrepreneur. Josh leads the discussion today as Ayesha, Alisa, and Jason talk about everything from overcoming imposter’s syndrome to ideas for approaching someone for help.

Talking Points:

00:30 - Introduction

01:15 - Entrepreneurs avoid asking for help

03:08 - When do you need help

04:20 - Approaching someone for help

06:35 - Being uncomfortable asking for help

10:13 - Meyers Business Law (dedicated to entrepreneurs)

11:07 - Boss Moves of the Week

13:12 - Conclusion

 

Resources/Links:

]]> full true As entrepreneurs we all need help. Don’t be an ass, ask for it.

Asking for help is a difficult thing to do, no matter who you are. Entrepreneurs sometimes find it more difficult than most. Somehow, we arrived at the idea that we need to do everything for ourselves. Today, we’re talking about how asking for help is the best thing you can do as an entrepreneur. Josh leads the discussion today as Ayesha, Alisa, and Jason talk about everything from overcoming imposter’s syndrome to ideas for approaching someone for help.

Talking Points:

00:30 - Introduction

01:15 - Entrepreneurs avoid asking for help

03:08 - When do you need help

04:20 - Approaching someone for help

06:35 - Being uncomfortable asking for help

10:13 - Meyers Business Law (dedicated to entrepreneurs)

11:07 - Boss Moves of the Week

13:12 - Conclusion

 

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]]> 00:14:49 <![CDATA[Ep. 8 Outsource or Hire?]]> Wed, 23 Feb 2022 01:48:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/ep-8-outsource-or-hire https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/ep-8-outsource-or-hire Are you looking to scale your company? Is it time to hire staff? How do you know when to hire an independent contractor, and when you should hire an employee? 

In this episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Alisa heads a discussion on outsourcing versus hiring. Ayesha shares her experience working with both employees and outsourced work. Jason gives his legal take on when it makes sense to hire one or the other. Josh shares important thoughts on the type of work and engagement you can get from employees and contractors, and when (or how) they can differ. 

Learn the answers to these questions and more during this episode of the Bosses 4 Bosses podcast.

 

Talking Points:

00:03 - Introduction

01:28 - Outsourcing statistics

02:20 - Ayesha’s experience hiring employees and outsourcing

05:46 - Jason’s take: When does it make sense legally?

08:21 - Independent contractor: rules and penalties

09:35 - Josh’s take: Quality of work and engagement 

14:48 - Hamilton Law

15:33 - Boss Moves of the Week

18:42 - Conclusion

 

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]]> full true Are you looking to scale your company? Is it time to hire staff? How do you know when to hire an independent contractor, and when you should hire an employee? 

In this episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Alisa heads a discussion on outsourcing versus hiring. Ayesha shares her experience working with both employees and outsourced work. Jason gives his legal take on when it makes sense to hire one or the other. Josh shares important thoughts on the type of work and engagement you can get from employees and contractors, and when (or how) they can differ. 

Learn the answers to these questions and more during this episode of the Bosses 4 Bosses podcast.

 

Talking Points:

00:03 - Introduction

01:28 - Outsourcing statistics

02:20 - Ayesha’s experience hiring employees and outsourcing

05:46 - Jason’s take: When does it make sense legally?

08:21 - Independent contractor: rules and penalties

09:35 - Josh’s take: Quality of work and engagement 

14:48 - Hamilton Law

15:33 - Boss Moves of the Week

18:42 - Conclusion

 

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]]> 00:20:35 <![CDATA[Summer Free for All]]> Wed, 29 Dec 2021 12:15:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/summer-free-for-all https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/summer-free-for-all Today’s episode is a special one. In this Summer Free for All episode, Jason leads a discussion about taking a vacation. Ayesha Hamilton (from Hamilton Law Firm), Alisa McCabe (fromFirst Steps Financial), Jason Meyer (from Meyer Business Law), and Josh Irons (of River Avenue Digital) talk about what they do in order to get away from work. Taking a deep breath and a moment for yourself when you’re an entrepreneur can be hard. When you’re the head of your business, when everything depends on you, it can feel like you can’t get away. But that’s not healthy.

What steps do you have to take, as an entrepreneur, so you can take a moment for yourself? What contingencies do you have to put in place? Why is communication so important in this process? Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about all those questions and more in this episode of Bosses 4 Bosses.

Talking Points:

01:14 - Introduction to the Summer Free For All 

02:29 - How to take a meaningful break as an entrepreneur

04:00 - Shutting the whole place down

08:30 - Hire someone who can take over duties for you

10:00 - Making a commitment to be present

12:01 - Managing your stress

15:20 - Boss Moves of the Week

17:27 - Conclusion

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]]> full 7 1 true Today’s episode is a special one. In this Summer Free for All episode, Jason leads a discussion about taking a vacation. Ayesha Hamilton (from Hamilton Law Firm), Alisa McCabe (fromFirst Steps Financial), Jason Meyer (from Meyer Business Law), and Josh Irons (of River Avenue Digital) talk about what they do in order to get away from work. Taking a deep breath and a moment for yourself when you’re an entrepreneur can be hard. When you’re the head of your business, when everything depends on you, it can feel like you can’t get away. But that’s not healthy.

What steps do you have to take, as an entrepreneur, so you can take a moment for yourself? What contingencies do you have to put in place? Why is communication so important in this process? Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about all those questions and more in this episode of Bosses 4 Bosses.

Talking Points:

01:14 - Introduction to the Summer Free For All 

02:29 - How to take a meaningful break as an entrepreneur

04:00 - Shutting the whole place down

08:30 - Hire someone who can take over duties for you

10:00 - Making a commitment to be present

12:01 - Managing your stress

15:20 - Boss Moves of the Week

17:27 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> 00:19:04 <![CDATA[Hiring Well]]> Thu, 23 Dec 2021 12:12:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/hiring-well-1 https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/hiring-well-1 How do you ensure you are hiring the right team members? How does hiring well-fitting entry-level employees help your business in the long run? Hiring good leaders and managers is tough enough, but entry-level employees are just as important.

Today, Josh leads a discussion about what it takes to find and hire the right person for the job. Hiring is such an important part of your business. It is not something to be taken lightly or to gloss over. Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about everything from the wording of your job description, to possibly firing someone who doesn’t fit in with your company culture. What considerations have to be taken? What does it mean to hire slow but fire fast? 

 

Talking Points:

01:14 - Introduction

02:00 - The secret to finding the right employees and getting them to stay

07:42 - “Gotchas” to be concerned about, as business owners

12:45 - Job statistics and stories from the trenches

19:19 - Boss Moves of the Week

20:58 - Conclusion


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]]> full 6 true How do you ensure you are hiring the right team members? How does hiring well-fitting entry-level employees help your business in the long run? Hiring good leaders and managers is tough enough, but entry-level employees are just as important.

Today, Josh leads a discussion about what it takes to find and hire the right person for the job. Hiring is such an important part of your business. It is not something to be taken lightly or to gloss over. Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about everything from the wording of your job description, to possibly firing someone who doesn’t fit in with your company culture. What considerations have to be taken? What does it mean to hire slow but fire fast? 

 

Talking Points:

01:14 - Introduction

02:00 - The secret to finding the right employees and getting them to stay

07:42 - “Gotchas” to be concerned about, as business owners

12:45 - Job statistics and stories from the trenches

19:19 - Boss Moves of the Week

20:58 - Conclusion


Resources/Links:

]]> 00:22:34 <![CDATA[Non-Disclosure Agreements: Protecting Your Business and Your Clients]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2021 12:11:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/non-disclosure-agreements-protecting-your-business-and-your-clients-2 https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/non-disclosure-agreements-protecting-your-business-and-your-clients-2 How do you utilize non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in your business? When was the last time you updated your company’s NDA? Do you have to PAY your employees to sign NDAs? All of these questions and more are discussed in this episode.

Today, on Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha heads the important conversation about NDAs and how to protect your clients. With their unique perspectives and niches, each of the hosts talks about how they use NDAs within their companies. Alisa talks about how they are utilized in the field of finance. Josh gives his insight on NDAs in the marketing field. Jason shares his expertise when it comes to the importance of written agreements. They also go over how to update an NDA and how often they need to be reassessed.

Talking Points:

01:18 - Introduction

02:49 - What to do to protect a client’s financial data

06:00 - Being careful about who you work with

08:09 - The importance of having a written agreement

11:10 - Updating and checking the NDAs

17:31 - Boss Moves of the Week

19:55 - Conclusion

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]]> full true How do you utilize non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in your business? When was the last time you updated your company’s NDA? Do you have to PAY your employees to sign NDAs? All of these questions and more are discussed in this episode.

Today, on Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha heads the important conversation about NDAs and how to protect your clients. With their unique perspectives and niches, each of the hosts talks about how they use NDAs within their companies. Alisa talks about how they are utilized in the field of finance. Josh gives his insight on NDAs in the marketing field. Jason shares his expertise when it comes to the importance of written agreements. They also go over how to update an NDA and how often they need to be reassessed.

Talking Points:

01:18 - Introduction

02:49 - What to do to protect a client’s financial data

06:00 - Being careful about who you work with

08:09 - The importance of having a written agreement

11:10 - Updating and checking the NDAs

17:31 - Boss Moves of the Week

19:55 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> 00:21:45 <![CDATA[Online Services: Is Cheaper Always Better?]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/online-services-is-cheaper-always-better-1 https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/online-services-is-cheaper-always-better-1 When you’re first starting out as a business, you’re probably looking to find places to skimp on, so you can save a little money. But when it comes to legal documents and taxes, are online automated services cheaper in the long run? Is it right to use an AI instead of a legal team when it comes to filling out your tax forms? 

In today’s episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about why it isn’t just safer but might also save you some money, later on, to go to a professional. We are all bombarded with ads from online and digital services that claim to be an easier and cheaper way to fill out your tax forms, file legal documents, or automate your paperwork. But where should you draw the line between making the easy choice and making the professional decision?

Learn the answers to these questions and more during this episode of the Bosses 4 Bosses podcast.

Talking Points:

00:33 - Introduction

01:20 - Today’s topic: Trusting an AI with your taxes or going to a professional

02:58 - Where is the line between going online and calling a pro

05:10 - Bots in the world of marketing

06:46 - It’s not just plug and play

07:23 - The distinction between automation and AI

11:00 - Startups who are trying to save money

13:25 - Where does the money from LegalZoom come from?

14:35 - Boss Moves of the Week

17:08 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> full 4 true When you’re first starting out as a business, you’re probably looking to find places to skimp on, so you can save a little money. But when it comes to legal documents and taxes, are online automated services cheaper in the long run? Is it right to use an AI instead of a legal team when it comes to filling out your tax forms? 

In today’s episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about why it isn’t just safer but might also save you some money, later on, to go to a professional. We are all bombarded with ads from online and digital services that claim to be an easier and cheaper way to fill out your tax forms, file legal documents, or automate your paperwork. But where should you draw the line between making the easy choice and making the professional decision?

Learn the answers to these questions and more during this episode of the Bosses 4 Bosses podcast.

Talking Points:

00:33 - Introduction

01:20 - Today’s topic: Trusting an AI with your taxes or going to a professional

02:58 - Where is the line between going online and calling a pro

05:10 - Bots in the world of marketing

06:46 - It’s not just plug and play

07:23 - The distinction between automation and AI

11:00 - Startups who are trying to save money

13:25 - Where does the money from LegalZoom come from?

14:35 - Boss Moves of the Week

17:08 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> 00:18:57 <![CDATA[Standing Up: Hate Crimes, Politics, and Core Values in the Workplace]]> Thu, 11 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/standing-up-hate-crimes-politics-and-core-values-in-the-workplace https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/standing-up-hate-crimes-politics-and-core-values-in-the-workplace What can we do as business owners to stand up against hate? Does hate speech or do hateful actions negatively affect your business? What is the difference between standing up as a business owner and standing up as an employee?

In our country, we are constantly surrounded by hateful words and actions. Standing up for yourself and for others when you are an employee at a business can have some legal ramifications, but what if you’re a business owner? What can happen if you take a stance at work?

Today, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about taking a stance from three different viewpoints: making a message as an employee, as a business owner, and marketing campaigns that take a stance. What kinds of blowbacks can you see if you find yourself in any one of these situations? 

 

Talking Points:

00:29 - Introduction

01:55 - Voicing your opinion as an employee

04:46 - Voicing your opinion as a business owner

10:22 - Marketing campaigns that speak directly to opposing hate

14:40 - Business owners versus employees, values versus political stance

18:41 - Boss Moves of the Week

20:00 - Conclusion

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]]> full true What can we do as business owners to stand up against hate? Does hate speech or do hateful actions negatively affect your business? What is the difference between standing up as a business owner and standing up as an employee?

In our country, we are constantly surrounded by hateful words and actions. Standing up for yourself and for others when you are an employee at a business can have some legal ramifications, but what if you’re a business owner? What can happen if you take a stance at work?

Today, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about taking a stance from three different viewpoints: making a message as an employee, as a business owner, and marketing campaigns that take a stance. What kinds of blowbacks can you see if you find yourself in any one of these situations? 

 

Talking Points:

00:29 - Introduction

01:55 - Voicing your opinion as an employee

04:46 - Voicing your opinion as a business owner

10:22 - Marketing campaigns that speak directly to opposing hate

14:40 - Business owners versus employees, values versus political stance

18:41 - Boss Moves of the Week

20:00 - Conclusion

Resources/Links:

]]> 00:21:35 <![CDATA[Staying Relevant]]> Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:17:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/staying-relevant https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/staying-relevant How can you stay relevant in your industry? Why should you stay relevant? What resources can you use to find the latest information?

Today, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about what it takes to stay relevant in your industry. Staying relevant can reduce your risk of being laid off or if you're downsized, make it easier for you to find another job more quickly and puts you in a better position for promotions and raises. When you master new and valuable skills, you increase your market value not only internally, but to your clients. But it isn’t just about getting that promotion. Staying relevant gives you an advantage in many other ways and provides its own set of intrinsic rewards.

In this episode of the Bosses 4 Bosses podcast, you’ll learn tips on how and why to stay relevant, which span industries of all kinds. You’ll also learn why it is important to know your target audience. 

 

Talking Points:

00:29 - Introduction: why it is important to stay relevant

03:20 - Continuing education for business owners and how subscriptions can help keep you current

05:05 - Continuing education for lawyers and having conversations to stay relevant

09:10 - Continuing education for marketers and reading and consuming data to stay ahead of the game

10:04 - Knowing your target audience

12:57 - Boss Moves of the Week

16:00 - Conclusion and getting a hold of us

 

Resources/Links:

]]> full true How can you stay relevant in your industry? Why should you stay relevant? What resources can you use to find the latest information?

Today, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about what it takes to stay relevant in your industry. Staying relevant can reduce your risk of being laid off or if you're downsized, make it easier for you to find another job more quickly and puts you in a better position for promotions and raises. When you master new and valuable skills, you increase your market value not only internally, but to your clients. But it isn’t just about getting that promotion. Staying relevant gives you an advantage in many other ways and provides its own set of intrinsic rewards.

In this episode of the Bosses 4 Bosses podcast, you’ll learn tips on how and why to stay relevant, which span industries of all kinds. You’ll also learn why it is important to know your target audience. 

 

Talking Points:

00:29 - Introduction: why it is important to stay relevant

03:20 - Continuing education for business owners and how subscriptions can help keep you current

05:05 - Continuing education for lawyers and having conversations to stay relevant

09:10 - Continuing education for marketers and reading and consuming data to stay ahead of the game

10:04 - Knowing your target audience

12:57 - Boss Moves of the Week

16:00 - Conclusion and getting a hold of us

 

Resources/Links:

]]> 00:17:44 <![CDATA[What I Wish I Knew]]> Wed, 27 Oct 2021 06:52:00 +0000 Alisa McCabe, Ayesha Hamilton, Josh Irons, Jason Meyer https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/podcasts/32798/episodes/what-i-wish-i-knew-1 https://bosses-4-bosses.castos.com/episodes/what-i-wish-i-knew-1 Being a successful business owner isn’t easy, especially at the beginning. When you first start, you’ll be making plenty of mistakes. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. 

In today’s episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about what they wish they knew when they initially started their first businesses. They talk about their mistakes, the biggest misconceptions about starting a business, and the importance of knowing your formula for profit. 

Do you need a business plan? How do you know when you need to start hiring a team? When is it okay to quit? Is your formula for pricing profitable? Learn the answers to these questions and more during this episode of the Bosses 4 Bosses podcast.

 

Talking Points:

00:41 - Introduction

01:16 - Success is hard and learning lessons

02:09 - The biggest misconception about starting your own business

03:00 - Focusing too small

04:25 - Identifying yourself by the wrong titles and business plans

07:15 - Learning business lessons

08:30 - Know when to quit

11:55 - Make sure your formula for pricing is profitable

13:30 - Boss Moves of the Week

16:04 - Conclusion

 

Resources/Links:

]]> true Being a successful business owner isn’t easy, especially at the beginning. When you first start, you’ll be making plenty of mistakes. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. 

In today’s episode of Bosses 4 Bosses, Ayesha, Alisa, Jason, and Josh talk about what they wish they knew when they initially started their first businesses. They talk about their mistakes, the biggest misconceptions about starting a business, and the importance of knowing your formula for profit. 

Do you need a business plan? How do you know when you need to start hiring a team? When is it okay to quit? Is your formula for pricing profitable? Learn the answers to these questions and more during this episode of the Bosses 4 Bosses podcast.

 

Talking Points:

00:41 - Introduction

01:16 - Success is hard and learning lessons

02:09 - The biggest misconception about starting your own business

03:00 - Focusing too small

04:25 - Identifying yourself by the wrong titles and business plans

07:15 - Learning business lessons

08:30 - Know when to quit

11:55 - Make sure your formula for pricing is profitable

13:30 - Boss Moves of the Week

16:04 - Conclusion

 

Resources/Links:

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