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Business Unscripted - Triumph Business Solutions

Triumph Business Solutions

Welcome to Business Unscripted, the podcast where real business conversations happen. Hosted by Dave Worden, founder of Triumph Business Solutions, this podcast dives into the raw, unfiltered realities of running and growing a business. Each episode explores the struggles, strategies, and accountability moments that shape the journey of entrepreneurs and business owners.With a mix of solo episodes, co-host partners, and guest appearances from other business owners, Business Unscripted offers diverse

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44:59

Small Business Owners Must Pay Themselves First

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2025/08/22

Are you part of the 82% of small business owners at risk of failure due to poor cash management? In this eye-opening episode, we tackle the financial reality most entrepreneurs face but rarely discuss. Did you know that 54% of business owners are either breaking even or losing money? And of those who do generate profit, the median income is just $48,000 annually—despite working 50-60 hour weeks and shouldering all the stress of business ownership. This shocking statistic reveals a fundamenta...

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70:56

Dance, Backflips, and Profit First: The Bananas Way

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2025/08/15

What can a viral baseball entertainment phenomenon teach us about serious business principles? In this episode, we dive deep into the remarkable story of the Savannah Bananas and how they transformed from a struggling minor league team with $1.8 million in debt to a cultural phenomenon selling out stadiums nationwide. The secret to their success wasn't just entertaining fans with dancing players and backflips—it was implementing the Profit First methodology that completely transformed their ...

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73:31

Your business might be hemorrhaging money without you...

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2025/08/12

Ever discovered that one of your best clients is actually your least profitable? In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the hidden dangers of not tracking profitability at the client level. Dwarin shares a shocking revelation from his own business – a decade-long client relationship that had quietly eroded to just 3% profit margin without him realizing it. We break down the "set it and forget it" trap that many business owners fall into with pricing, where year-over-year expense incr...

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55:56

The Impossible-to-Fail Formula: Do the Work That Matters

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2025/08/01

Success doesn't happen by accident. As we enter the second half of the year, are you tracking the metrics that truly matter in your business? This candid episode delivers hard truths about what separates struggling entrepreneurs from thriving business owners. The first revelation? Most people claiming to "work all the time" are only putting in 25 productive hours weekly, then wondering why they're stuck. If you're not where you want to be in your business but taking weekend trips and vacatio...

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17:55

AI Agents Unleashed

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2025/07/25

Ever wonder what it would be like to have a digital employee handling your most tedious tasks while you focus on what truly matters? That future just arrived, and it's more accessible than you might think. During our latest conversation, we stumbled upon ChatGPT's groundbreaking new "agent mode" feature that's quietly revolutionizing how small business owners can leverage AI. Unlike traditional chatbots that simply respond to prompts, these AI agents can now navigate websites, analyze screen...

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68:56

Smart Business Owners Think About These Hidden...

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2025/07/18

Have you been approaching networking all wrong? Most business owners attend events hoping to sell their products or services, yet only about 10% of attendees are actually looking to buy. That fundamental misalignment explains why so many walk away feeling networking is "pointless." In this candid conversation, we dive deep into how platforms like Alignable are revolutionizing the networking space by creating more intimate, meaningful connections between business owners. Unlike LinkedIn's con...

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74:37

Effective Delegation Will Transform Your Small Business

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2025/07/11

Struggling to let go of control in your business? You're not alone. In this candid conversation, we explore how the mindset of "nobody can do it like I can" becomes the biggest obstacle to growth and scalability. Delegation isn't simply about handing off tasks—it's about creating systems that enable others to execute with excellence. We dive deep into the process of identifying holes in your business systems, sharing real examples of where breakdowns commonly occur and how to prevent them. Y...

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67:40

When Your Gut Says Run, Don't Walk to the Exit

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2025/07/04

Have you ever found yourself stressing over things completely beyond your control? In this heart-to-heart conversation, Dave and Duarne tackle one of the most powerful mindset shifts any business owner can make: focusing solely on what you can influence while letting go of everything else. Dave kicks things off by sharing his recent moving frustrations with mortgage companies and title delays, using this personal experience to highlight how wasted energy on uncontrollable circumstances steal...

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63:52

Who's Representing Your Business When You're Not...

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2025/06/27

A simple U-Haul rental becomes a cautionary tale about customer service when Dave shares his nightmare experience with disengaged employees who left him stranded with a dead car battery. This seemingly small incident launches a deep exploration of how frontline customer experiences can destroy even well-established businesses. The conversation uncovers the hidden costs of poor service at every level. Duarne and Dave break down exactly how much money businesses lose when they fail to monitor ...

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48:37

Growth Mindset for Business Success

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2025/06/20

What separates successful entrepreneurs from those who struggle isn't just skill or opportunity—it's mindset. In this illuminating solo episode, we explore how shifting from a fixed to a growth mindset can transform your business trajectory. Ever find yourself setting "attainable" goals that keep you comfortable rather than pushing your boundaries? We challenge the traditional SMART goal framework, arguing that the "A" should stand for "Ambitious" rather than "Attainable." By setting goals t...

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69:49

Getting Paid On Time: The Small Business Owner's...

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2025/06/13

What happens when clients don't pay their invoices on time? Cash flow disruptions can cripple small businesses, yet many owners hesitate to implement the very policies that could protect them. Dave and Duarne share a recent real-world example where setting clear boundaries with a late-paying client ultimately secured payment after months of delays. The duo reveals practical strategies every business owner can implement immediately: creating clear payment agreements with specific due dates, a...

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70:20

Stop Trying to Be Everyone's McDonald's When You...

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2025/06/06

Ever wonder why some entrepreneurs seem to accomplish so much while others constantly battle overwhelm? In this candid conversation, Dave Worden and Duarne Bernhagen tackle the critical foundation that determines whether your business will succeed or struggle - time management and strategic focus. We start by challenging you to examine where your time actually goes by conducting a week-long time study. Most entrepreneurs have never done this simple exercise, yet it consistently reveals hours...

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71:00

Stop Wasting Time in Meaningless Meetings and Start...

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2025/05/30

The secret to effective networking isn't filling your calendar with meetings—it's building meaningful connections that actually move your business forward. Dave Worden and Duarne Bernhagen cut through the noise to deliver a refreshingly honest look at networking practices that actually work. Too many entrepreneurs waste precious time on unqualified meetings that lead nowhere. In this episode, we break down our four-part framework for networking with purpose: defining clear objectives before ...

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42:46

Mastering Your Mindset: The Power of Positive Reactions

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2025/05/23

What happens when your carefully laid plans suddenly change? Do you spiral into frustration or pivot with purpose? The difference between these reactions often determines your success as an entrepreneur. Dave Worden takes the helm solo in this compelling episode, sharing profound insights about the power we all possess to choose our reactions to life's unexpected challenges. Drawing from personal experiences (including a particularly memorable dog accident story!), Dave explains how the abil...

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71:56

Mastering Cash Flow for Smarter Business Decisions

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2025/05/16

Cash flow management isn't just about tracking dollars—it's the oxygen that keeps your business alive. As Dave Worden and Duarne Bernhagen explore in this eye-opening conversation, most business owners are flying blind without proper cash flow projections, making decisions based on bank balances rather than comprehensive financial visibility. Through practical examples and real client scenarios, they break down why creating a baseline cash flow projection should be your first priority. Start...

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68:44

Maximizing Your Time: Business Efficiency Strategies

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2025/05/11

Feeling overwhelmed by your business workload? You're not alone. In this illuminating conversation, Dave Worden and Duarne tackle the critical efficiency challenges that plague most business owners and offer actionable strategies to reclaim your time. The delegation dilemma sits at the heart of productivity problems for many entrepreneurs. We explore why so many business owners struggle to effectively hand off tasks, even when they're drowning in work. Through real-world examples (including ...

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38:11

From Personal Loss to Business Growth: How Your Past...

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2025/05/02

Ever caught yourself hiding parts of your story, thinking they don't belong in your business narrative? You're not alone. The raw moments that shaped us often feel too personal to share professionally, yet they're exactly what creates genuine connections with clients and partners. Dave opens up about losing his brother in a car accident as a teenager and how this profound loss became part of his entrepreneurial drive. "I am now living everything for him as well," he shares, revealing how pow...

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43:41

Value-Based Pricing: Charging for Expertise, Not Time

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2025/04/25

Are you selling yourself short with hourly billing? This could be the most profitable conversation you hear all year. When that expert plumber fixed a commercial leak in just 15 minutes and billed $15,000, the client demanded an explanation. His response? "$75 for the labor. $14,925 for knowing where to hit the pipe based on 30 years of experience." This perfectly captures the core problem most service-based business owners face – undervaluing their expertise by focusing on time rather than ...

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66:26

Beyond Smart: The Surprising Truth About...

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2025/04/18

Dave and Duarne explore how successful entrepreneurs recognize their limitations and surround themselves with people who complement their weaknesses rather than trying to become perfect at everything. • Understanding what you're good at and offloading tasks that drain your time and energy • Focusing on your strengths rather than spending excessive time improving weaknesses • Bootstrapping entrepreneurs should still prioritize revenue-generating activities • New business owners should spend a...

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67:47

AI Won't Replace You, But Someone Using AI Will

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2025/04/11

LinkedIn newsletters represent an untapped goldmine for business owners looking to boost visibility without massive time investment. Dave Worden and Duarne Bernhagen share their proven strategy generating 1,000+ weekly impressions with just minutes of daily effort. The secret? Consistency and delivering educational value directly to followers' inboxes. Unlike regular posts that disappear in the algorithm, newsletters generate notifications and land in subscribers' email boxes. As Duarne expl...

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