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Slow Growth Business

Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock

Exhausted and stressed by trying to grow your business fast enough, smart enough, profitably enough... to where it may not feel like you’re doing enough? Try the Slow Growth Approach to business and stop letting your business run YOU, YOU run IT! Join retail experts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock each week as they unpack ideas, concepts, and steps you can take to intentionally grow your business, slow and steady and for the long haul. They use their decades of experience in the retail and luxury

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16:18

Mastering Business Improvement: Engage Your Team for...

Slow Growth Business ·

2025/03/31

Welcome to Slow Growth Business, the podcast where hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock guide you through strategies for steady and sustainable business growth. In this episode, learn how to effectively engage your team by setting clear objectives, writing actionable policies, and incentivizing desired behaviors.Discover how to embrace curiosity and teamwork to overcome obstacles and turn every challenge into a victory. Whether you're struggling with customer engagement or trying to implement new

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19:22

Unlocking Client Growth for the Solo Entrepreneur

Slow Growth Business ·

2025/03/25

Navigating the challenges of solo entrepreneurship?Join hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock as they discuss effective strategies for growing your client base without the burnout of social media. Discover how a focused, honest online presence and unique service appeal can transform your business. Ideal for solo business operators looking to expand client reach while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Perfect for those ready to take their one-person operation to the next level.

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16:26

Remembering Ted: A Lesson in Genuine Salesmanship

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2025/03/17

In this episode of the Slow Growth Business Podcast, hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock share a heartfelt tribute to Ted, a remarkable salesman in the jewelry industry, whose approach to sales was built on genuine relationships and respect. Ted's story exemplifies how prioritizing people over products and profits leaves a lasting impact. The hosts discuss the importance of treating customers as individuals, the deep imprint of sincere salesmanship, and how such principles can nurture long-term

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19:08

Knowing When to Say 'Enough': The Art of Quitting in...

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2025/03/10

Welcome to Slow Growth Business, the podcast dedicated to helping business owners and leaders find clarity and direction amidst the chaos. Join hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock as they delve into the complex question of when it's time to quit a project or business venture. With a focus on real-life examples and expert insights, this episode explores the delicate balance between perseverance and knowing when to walk away, ensuring that your efforts are aligned with what truly matters.Listen in

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19:22

Creating a Culture of Belonging in Business

Slow Growth Business ·

2025/03/03

Welcome to Slow Growth Business, a podcast dedicated to helping business owners and leaders navigate their journey to success at a steady pace. Join hosts Jimmy DeGroat and Kyle Bullock as they explore the intricacies of creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong.This episode dives into the importance of truly hearing and valuing employees, acknowledging their contributions, and fostering a sense of community. It delves into the psychology of belonging and how it influences work culture

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22:10

Revamp Your Business: The Power of Fresh Eyes and...

Slow Growth Business ·

2025/02/25

In this episode of Slow Growth Business, hosts Jimmy DeGroat and Kyle Bullock discuss the importance of updating your business space to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for customers, clients, and staff. They explore the challenges businesses face in justifying renovations and the impact of fresh eyes in recognizing outdated decor. Drawing from personal stories and expert insights, the hosts share practical tips for updating business spaces, emphasizing the value of hiring

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19:26

Leaving with Grace: What to do when employees go

Slow Growth Business ·

2025/02/03

In this episode of Slow Growth Business, hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock delve into the nuances of handling employee departures with grace and maintaining a positive workplace culture. Discover why change is a natural part of business life and how to approach it with the right mindset.Learn strategies from seasoned leaders on conducting meaningful exit interviews and understanding the unspoken dynamics that could influence an employee's decision to leave. Gain insights into personal leadership

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19:43

Balancing Compliance and Cooperation for Business Growth

Slow Growth Business ·

2025/01/27

Welcome to the Slow Growth Business podcast, where hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock explore the intricate balance between compliance and cooperation in business. In this episode, they delve into the critical question of when to lean on compliance and when to foster cooperation within your team.Through engaging examples, including historical references like D-Day, they emphasize the importance of compliance in mission-critical situations, but highlight that cooperation is essential for nurturing

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20:53

"How do I get people to do what I ask!?": A Business...

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2025/01/20

Welcome to an enlightening episode of Slow Growth Business, where hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock explore the intricate dynamics of leading teams in retail and beyond. Are you struggling to get your employees to perform tasks in your absence? This episode delves into the fundamental question: is it compliance you seek or cooperation? Discover the difference between authoritarian leadership and a team-based, cooperative approach. Through engaging dialogue and real-life analogies, Jimmy and Kyle

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22:07

Conquering Inflation Part 4: Losing Customers

Slow Growth Business ·

2025/01/13

In this episode, business coaches Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock highlight the importance of staying relevant to your customers and balancing the scales between customer acquisition and maintaining profitability. They answer the question, "When should we start worrying about losing customers?"Join us as we wrap up our series on inflation, offering insights into proactive decision-making and addressing market pressures with a relaxed mind. Learn about the significance of having an effective outreach

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26:07

Conquering Inflation Part 3: Cutting Costs

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2025/01/07

Welcome back to Slow Growth Business, where hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock help business owners navigate the pressures of growing sustainably. In this episode, they unravel strategies to combat inflation by focusing on cost-cutting without compromising quality. Join them as they discuss practical ways to streamline operations, the benefits of outsourcing, and how to creatively involve your team for better efficiency.

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29:47

Retail Predictions for 2025: Opportunities and...

Slow Growth Business ·

2024/12/30

Welcome to Slow Growth Business, where hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock discuss the vital strategies for independent retailers facing the upcoming challenges of 2025. Looking ahead, the hosts explore the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats that independent retailers can expect to encounter in the New Year. Gain insights into anticipating and adapting to market uncertainty, with a special focus on the upcoming great wealth transfer and how it affects the retail landscape. Join us

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24:12

Conquering Inflation Part 2: Protecting Margin with...

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2024/12/23

In Part 2 of our Inflation series, learn how to protect your profit margins by adopting value-driven strategies that go beyond competing on price alone. Jimmy and Kyle discuss the importance of self-branding and delivering unique customer experiences to protect profit margins in an inflationary economy. Discover how large retail corporations maintain healthy profit margins and how independent retailers can apply similar tactics to thrive. In this insightful episode, the hosts provide practical tips

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23:54

Conquering Inflation, Part 1: How to market around it

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2024/12/16

In this thought-provoking episode of "Slow Growth Business," hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock delve into the current challenges posed by inflation to independent retailers, specifically how to market to customer about rising costs. They emphasize the importance of transparency in business and how it can help maintain customer trust when prices rise. Join them as they discuss effective strategies for communicating price changes to customers, ensuring they understand the value of your products

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18:11

Mastering Holiday Sales Events with Heartfelt...

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2024/12/09

This episode of the Slow Growth Business Podcast provides valuable insights into leveraging holiday events for long-term success, emphasizing the importance of personal invitations and creating memorable experiences for customers.Join the conversation as Jimmy shares his top advice for holiday sales, highlighting the power of personal connections in a world dominated by digital communication. Discover unique strategies for engaging customers during the festive season and learn how to make every

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20:48

"Breathing Space: Slowing Down for Holiday Success"

Slow Growth Business ·

2024/12/02

In this episode of Slow Growth Business, hosts Jimmy DeGroot and Kyle Bullock explore the pressures and challenges business owners face during the hectic holiday season. Drawing from personal experiences and insights, they discuss strategies to maximize enjoyment and reduce stress while maintaining steady growth.Delve into the conversation about the importance of planning and preparation, the value of creating "white space" for breathing and supporting your team, and the significance of celebrating

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26:23

The Case of the Troubled Tourist Business: How slow...

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2024/11/25

Welcome to the Slow Growth Business Podcast, where hosts Kyle Bullock and Jimmy DeGroot dive into the art of steering your business towards success at a steady, manageable pace. In this episode, they tackle a case study of a struggling tourism business affected by economic challenges and natural disasters.Join Kyle and Jimmy as they explore the importance of entering a relaxed, creative mindset to identify and leverage the assets you have at your disposal. The episode delves into strategies for

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28:50

Embracing Change, Slow and Steady: A Journey of...

Slow Growth Business ·

2024/11/21

In this episode of Slow Growth Business, hosts Kyle Bullock and Jimmy DeGroot delve into the art of adapting to life's unexpected turns and how it can lead to unforeseen opportunities. Listen in as Jimmy shares his captivating journey from a marketing student to a jewelry store manager, and eventually, a successful business consultant and video content creator. Discover how his ability to embrace change, fueled by faith and a passion for helping others, shaped his career and led to an unexpected

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23:02

How to Take Over a Company with Slow Growth in Mind

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2024/11/18

In this episode of Slow Growth Business, host Kyle Bullock shares his unique story of stepping into a family business, Bullock's Jewelry in Roswell, New Mexico, and the lessons learned from generations of retail experience. He emphasizes the power of observing and fine-tuning before attempting to expand, and the value of investing in people as the core asset of any business. Whether you are starting a new venture or taking over an existing one, this episode offers valuable insights into maintaining

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26:11

"Commission 'r No?": Rethinking Sales Compensation...

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2024/11/10

In this episode of the Slow Growth Business Podcast, hosts Jimmy DeGroat and Kyle Bullock dive into a hotly debated topic: commission-based pay. Responding to a listener's question, they explore the (few) pros and (many) cons of commission structures, particularly in the retail world, drawing from their own experiences in the jewelry industry.Whether you're a business owner considering how to hire your first salesperson or simply interested in improving your current sales team's performance, this

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