Episodes

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: Pick business entity - Different types of entities - How to know which is best for you? Register your business - previously discussed the different permits and licenses Open a business bank account - How to pick a bank - Why have a separate bank account - Profit First - What you will need to open a bank account Helpful resources mentioned in this video: JOIN OUR TEXT CLUB! TE...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: DEFINE YOUR MESSAGE: - how do you want people to feel about your business (colors, fonts, smells, furniture style, music, lighting. - slogan - come up with a good slogan - your customers in mind and not yourself COLOR SCHEME: - 3 colors at most - 2 fonts - consistent - create a branding guide (define a branding guide) LOGO: - you get what you pay for - the most important brandin...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: What is a marketing plan? - Creating a road map for the growth of your business - By now you should know who your idea customer is - You should also know your market - You should have your objectives - Now, how do we get to these customers to reach our goals? - Are you going to sell more of an existing product or service to existing customer base? (example) - Introducing existing...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: How to create a website for your business. - Some frequently asked questions while building a website - How much you should pay - When to hire a professional - The common types of website platforms available BIG THANKS to our first guest ever! Adam Wright Design Adam Wright Design | Website & Graphic Design in Mt. Juliet, TN hello@adamwrightdesign.com FB: Adam Wright Design IG: h...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: Order Business Cards -Keep it simple -Follow your color scheme -Quality Matters -Pay attention to the shape Create Social Media -Consistent theme -Know your audience for each platform Add Networking Events -Find local networking events -Get to know people -Be genuine in building relationships -Don't vomit too much information Helpful resources mentioned in this video: VIDEOS F...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: Find a CPA - What is the difference between a CPA and a bookkeeper - When should you involve a CPA - What can a CPA help with? - How to know your CPA is a good fit Find a Business Attorney - Why do you need one from the beginning? - What can a business attorney help with? (Drafting a business plan, creating contracts, naming your business, hiring employees, patents and trademark...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: Setting up your accounting - How to set up accounting - What types of systems we recommend Starting budget - What you should consider - How to fill out a starting budget Finish your business plan - Parts of a business plan - Why you need a business plan - How to maintain it BUSINESS PLAN PARTS: - Executive Summary (overview) - Company Description (goals, products, services, ta...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: Processes within your business - What is a process - How to document - Why processes are important Systems within your business - What is a system - Why systems are important - What types of systems we recommend Helpful resources mentioned in this video: JOIN OUR TEXT CLUB! TEXT the word BIZVIP to 931-297-1983 to get motivational quotes and updates on new podcasts. VIDEOS FO...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: Creating Contracts - When you need contracts in business - How to create contracts Risk Management - What risk management is - The types of risk management - How to mitigate risk in your business. Helpful resources mentioned in this video: JOIN OUR TEXT CLUB! TEXT the word BIZVIP to 931-297-1983 to get motivational quotes and updates on new podcasts. VIDEOS FOR GROWTH AS A B...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: Financial Statements: We will touch on the most widely used financial statements and why every business owner should know how to read them. - Statement of Cash Flows Your cash flow statement, or statement of cash flows, shows the money that goes in and out of your small business. Cash flow statements only record the actual cash you have. - Profit And Loss Shows you your busin...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: Start Up Financing We touch on the different types of start up financing and how a business can prepare itself to get access to financing options. - Self Funded Savings/Retirement/Home Equity Family Friends - Crowd Funding Kick Starter Go Fund Me Indiegogo - Investor/Venture Capital Finding a person or organization willing to fund your business typically for payback terms or...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: - Mission - Vision - Objectives and Strategies Helpful resources mentioned in this video: https://thebusinessproject.com/rooted... 5 things you can do to get new customers for $0 https://thebusinessproject.com/5-mark...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: - Naming Your Business - Researching Your Industry - Creating Company Description Helpful resources mentioned in this video: https://thebusinessproject.com/rooted... helpful video subscription 5 things you can do to get new customers for $0 https://www.whois.com - domain lookup https://www.uspto.gov/trademarks/sear... trademark search http://thesaurus.com - thesaurus for explorin...

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: - Market Analysis - Pick Products and Services - Price Products and Services Helpful resources mentioned in this video: MORE HELPFUL VIDEOS https://thebusinessproject.com/rooted... 5 THINGS YOU CAN DO TO GET CUSTOMERS FOR $0! https://thebusinessproject.com/5-mark... US Bureau of Labor Statistics https://www.bls.gov/

If you run a business, or want to run a business, welcome to The Business Project Podcast! In this episode we cover: S: Specific M: Measurable A: Adjustable/Achievable R: Realistic T: Time-Bound Additional S-M-A-R-T factors to consider when making goals. S: Specific, Simple M: Measurable, Maintainable, Milestones A: Adjustable, Achievable, Analyze, Accountable R: Realistic, Reachable T: Time-Bound, Timeline Helpful resources mentioned in this video: VIDEOS FOR GROWTH AS A BUSINESS OWNER https:...

Business can be complicated. We break it down so regular people like us can understand and find success. Most people that want to start a business and have a passion for what they do, don’t know how to turn that desire into a successful pursuit. Beginning entrepreneurs will usually start by searching the internet for information on how to get a business license, set up an accounting system or start a social media page. They spend many hours weeding through YouTube videos and blogs trying to bec...