Business Forward

Business Forward (Aired 11-16-25): Leadership, Accountability, Street Smarts & Entrepreneurial Growth

Juan D Guevara Torres — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:32:03 +0000

In this episode of Business Forward, host Joseph Reyes sits down with entrepreneur and business consultant Darrell Steed to explore the real-world leadership skills that drive lasting business success.

Discover why street smarts can be just as valuable as formal education, how accountability transforms personal and professional growth, and why discipline often matters more than motivation. Darrell shares practical insights on building resilient teams, developing trust, creating momentum during difficult times, and leading with authenticity rather than perfection.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Business Forward
(00:01:02) - Are Street Smarts Just as Important as Education?
(00:07:00) - Business Lessons from Adversity
(00:09:58) - Common Sense for Business Leaders
(00:12:56) - BUSINESS FORCE: Streaming Now Media TV
(00:13:32) - Why Do Entrepreneurs Burn Out?
(00:19:10) - How to Stuck Motivated: Discipline
(00:21:36) - Small Wins
(00:22:42) - How To Stay Committed To Your Processors
(00:24:34) - Business Forward
(00:25:03) - Ownership For Business Success
(00:26:45) - Stop Making Excuses for Business Owners
(00:28:40) - Expert: Life Coaching
(00:32:59) - What Happens Inside a Company When the Leader Grows?
(00:35:53) - Take Control of Your Business Again
(00:36:52) - Back to Business Forward on NOW Media Television
(00:37:58) - Building Stronger Teams and Long Term Loyalty
(00:42:25) - What Kind of Leaders Are You Needed?
(00:44:12) - How to Inspire Your Team

Business Forward (Aired 09-13-25): Employee Benefits, Executive Branding & Reputation Management for Business Growth

Juan D Guevara Torres — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:16:37 +0000

In this episode of Business Forward, host Joseph Reyes explores powerful strategies that help organizations strengthen leadership, retain top talent, and build lasting business success.

First, financial expert Bob Nienaber discusses how employee benefits, executive compensation plans, retirement strategies, and financial wellness programs can reduce turnover, improve workplace culture, and support long-term organizational growth.

Then, internationally recognized executive branding expert Lesley Everett shares insights on authentic leadership, professional storytelling, personal branding, team culture, and the importance of building trust in today's workplace.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Business Forward
(00:01:14) - How Do Benefits Connect with Employee Wellbeing?
(00:07:58) - Have You Got a Traditional Executive Plan?
(00:09:24) - Mental Wellbeing in Company Retirement Plans
(00:10:54) - Benefit Review: Small Businesses
(00:15:50) - Business Forward: Authentic Executive Brand
(00:16:44) - Why do so many people feel like they have to wear a mask
(00:20:00) - How to Build a Team?
(00:23:44) - How to Be More Authentic in Your Life
(00:27:08) - BUSINESS FORWARD on NOW Media TV
(00:28:02) - Why Storytelling Is So Powerful in Business
(00:32:45) - What is the biggest mistake made by a speaker?
(00:34:36) - How to Tell Your Vulnerability Story
(00:38:47) - Mismanaging Your Reputation in the Digital Age
(00:41:27) - What are some common mistakes leaders make on social media?
(00:45:59) - The Secret to Fixing Your Reputation
(00:47:43) - Do You Need a PR Person to Help Your Business Recover?
(00:48:59) - Leslie Knows Best: Executive Success
(00:50:22) - Business Forward

Business Forward (Aired 11-09-25): Company Culture, Employee Retention & Staffing Strategies for Business Growth

Juan D Guevara Torres — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Business Forward, host Joseph Reyes sits down with Adam Henry, Vice President of The Amity Group, to discuss how business leaders can build stronger workplace cultures, improve employee retention, and navigate today’s staffing challenges.

Adam shares practical insights on why company culture has become a key competitive advantage, how small and mid-sized businesses can attract top talent without relying solely on higher salaries, and why mission driven leadership matters more than ever.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Adam Henry on Building a Competitive Workforce
(00:00:52) - Why is company culture important in today's job market?
(00:03:36) - How to Raise Money for the Homeless
(00:05:39) - How Can Leaders Make Employees Feel Valued and Connect to the Mission
(00:07:20) - Paying for Vacation Time
(00:09:19) - The Right Guys in the Right Seats
(00:11:30) - Employee Culture
(00:13:08) - Business Forward on Non-Media Television
(00:14:00) - How to Turn Staffing Challenges Into Growth Opportunities
(00:18:15) - What are the biggest misconceptions about staffing agencies?
(00:21:13) - How to Plan Ahead for a Hiring Crisis
(00:22:47) - Adam Warren Henry: How to Prepare for the Business in Advance
(00:24:49) - Business Forward
(00:25:24) - Small Business Forward: Attract and Retain Great Talent
(00:26:57) - Do You Provide Hospice Nurses With Flexible Work Hours?
(00:32:02) - How to Turn Your Company Story Into a Narrative
(00:34:05) - Top Executives: The World of Work
(00:34:37) - Business Forward on NOW Media Television
(00:35:56) - Hiring trends in the future of work
(00:39:46) - How to Prepare for Changes in AI
(00:43:16) - What Do We Do to Prepare for the Next Generation of Workers?
(00:44:59) - Future Proofing Your Workforce
(00:46:03) - Amity Staffing: Connect with Business Leaders
(00:46:54) - Business Forward

Business Forward (Aired 09-06-25): Energy Security, Business Continuity & Power Backup Strategies for Growth

Juan D Guevara Torres — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:40:59 +0000

In this episode of Business Forward, host Joe Reyes sits down with Andrew McKain, founder of McKain Power Systems, to discuss why energy security has become a critical business strategy in today's unpredictable environment. From hurricanes and power outages to rising energy costs and growing demand driven by AI and data centers, Andrew explains how businesses can protect operations, reduce downtime, and maintain customer trust.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Business Forward
(00:01:08) - Power Outages: How to Keep your Business
(00:05:15) - Small Business Owners: Hurricane and Power Outages
(00:12:18) - BUSINESS FORWARD on NOW Media Television
(00:13:12) - Businesses Should Prioritize Energy Security
(00:16:40) - The Cost of a Downtime Generator
(00:23:33) - Business Forward: Energy Costs and Planning for Growth
(00:25:31) - Energy Costs go up, so businesses need backup power
(00:29:20) - Do Solar and Generators Make Sense for Business?
(00:34:42) - Small Business Energy Efficiency tips
(00:37:36) - Back with Business Forward on NOW Media Television
(00:38:31) - Why Reliability Is As Important as Price in Today's Market
(00:41:37) - Examples of Critical Infrastructure that Cannot Afford downtime
(00:47:51) - Business Forward: Solar and Backup Power

Business Forward (Aired 08-16-25): From Tax Panic to Profit: Year-Round Strategies for Business Success

Juan D Guevara Torres — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:32:59 +0000

On this episode of Business Forward, host Joe Reyes sits down with accounting and tax expert Thembi L. Mlalazi to discuss the financial habits that help businesses stay compliant, reduce tax stress, and build long-term success.

Learn why year-round tax planning is more effective than last-minute filing, how business owners can avoid costly mistakes, and the importance of keeping personal and business finances separate.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Business Forward
(00:01:18) - Why last- Tax Work is costly and stressful
(00:03:25) - How to be tax ready throughout the year?
(00:05:17) - How to Track Mileage
(00:06:47) - Does Working With a CPA Make Tax Season EASIER?
(00:08:53) - How to Automate Financial Reporting by the End of the Year
(00:10:30) - CPA on Proactive Planning for Taxes
(00:11:41) - Business Forward
(00:12:39) - Why Mixing Business and Personal Money Is Terrible for Taxes and
(00:15:25) - IPC: Piercing the Corporate Veil
(00:18:57) - How to Keep Your Business Organized & Under Audit
(00:24:35) - Why Do IRS Audits Happen?
(00:30:57) - Avoiding an IRS Tax Audit
(00:37:28) - Business Forward
(00:39:04) - Tax Planning for Business Owners
(00:44:55) - Reveal: Paying Taxes Regularly
(00:47:58) - How to Approach Tax Planning with a Positive Mindset

Business Forward (Aired 08-02-25): What Happens to Your Business If You're Gone Tomorrow? Trusts, Probate & Legacy Planning

Juan D Guevara Torres — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:10:35 +0000

In this episode of Business Forward, host Joe Reyes welcomes estate planning attorney Alina Gonzalez-Dockery, founder of Life Law Planning, for an essential conversation about protecting your family, business, and financial legacy.

Alina explains why every business owner, entrepreneur, and parent should have a clear estate plan in place before unexpected life events occur. She breaks down the differences between wills and trusts, how to avoid probate, the benefits of revocable and irrevocable trusts, and why proper succession planning is critical for business continuity.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Business Forward
(00:00:43) - What Should Business Owners Do to Prepare for the Future?
(00:03:03) - When Will I Die and Who Will Take Over My Business?
(00:05:57) - Richard Feist on Succession Planning
(00:08:02) - Exploring the Estate Plan for a Business Owner
(00:15:09) - Business Forward
(00:16:55) - Irrevocable Trust vs. Revocable Trust
(00:24:38) - Trust and Probate
(00:30:57) - What Probate Is
(00:37:18) - Do You Need a Probate for Your Estate?
(00:44:01) - Back to Business Forward on NOW Media Television
(00:45:37) - Contested Will in Florida
(00:53:02) - Business Forward

Business Forward (Aired 07-18-25): Networking for Business Growth, ROI Strategies & Professional Relationshi

Juan D Guevara Torres — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:10:40 +0000

In this episode of Business Forward, host Joe Reyes welcomes networking expert, marketing strategist, and business consultant Emily Galindo for an in-depth discussion on how effective networking can accelerate business growth, increase revenue, and create lasting professional opportunities.

Emily shares proven strategies for overcoming the fear of networking, building confidence in professional settings, selecting the right networking groups, and creating meaningful business relationships that generate referrals and long-term success.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Fear of Networking
(00:00:55) - Getting Out of the Networking Trap
(00:05:10) - How to Network Like a Pro
(00:08:19) - How to Network Like an Introvert
(00:15:57) - Finding the Right Networking Group
(00:24:05) - Network in Action, The Dallas Franchise
(00:26:46) - How to Network effectively
(00:27:28) - The Business Networking Process
(00:34:28) - What is the importance of peer feedback in your business?
(00:36:54) - How to Track Referrals in Your Business?
(00:40:06) - CPA Networking with Emily Galindo
(00:44:59) - What About Community Networking?
(00:47:07) - How to Reach Out to Emily Galindo

Business Forward (Aired 11-01-25) The Power of Authentic Branding: Javier Morales on Storytelling, Purpose, and Connection

Juan D Guevara Torres — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 21:16:33 +0000

In this inspiring episode of Business Forward, host Joe Reyes sits down with branding strategist Javier Morales to explore how authenticity and storytelling shape brands that truly connect with people.Javier shares how purpose-driven branding goes beyond logos and slogans it’s about clarity, emotion, and consistency. Drawing from his experience working with emerging and established businesses, he explains how to build a narrative that attracts loyal customers and reflects real company values.

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Business Forward: People Problems
(00:01:25) - The Challenges of Managing People
(00:03:14) - What is Emotional Intelligence?
(00:06:04) - What simple systems can a business owner or leader create to help create
(00:08:45) - Restoring Trust in the Employee
(00:12:18) - What's One Mindset Shift Leaders Need to Make to Become Better
(00:13:45) - Back with Business Forward on NOW Media Television
(00:14:33) - Why Conflict Is Involve in Every Workplace
(00:16:07) - How to resolve conflict in the workplace?
(00:19:41) - The Best Way to Step in in a Conflict
(00:21:28) - Turning Conflict Into Collaboration
(00:24:17) - Lead with Empathy
(00:25:25) - Why Leading With Empathy
(00:30:28) - How to Manage Empathy While Setting Boundaries
(00:34:24) - What Does True Leadership Look Like in Business?
(00:36:06) - Back with Business Forward on NOW Media TV
(00:37:01) - Why Leadership Development is so important in small businesses
(00:40:56) - How to Identify and Grow Future Leaders
(00:41:51) - Have I worked with a lot of accountants in my 20 years
(00:43:25) - How to Delegate effectively without losing quality or control
(00:45:00) - How Do Mentorship and Feedback Shape Better Leaders?
(00:46:08) - What does a company look like when the leadership is shared and not