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Business Turnaround podcast

Business Turnaround

Welcome to ”Business Turnaround,” your go-to podcast for insightful strategies on managing companies in decline or distress. Hosted by Marek Niedzwiedz, a leading hands-on turnaround investor in SMEs, this podcast delves into the critical aspects of business recovery. Tailored for blue-collar industries, this podcast is ideal for business owners, consultants, and aspiring entrepreneurs. ”Business Turnaround” provides the knowledge and tools you need to navigate challenging times and drive your

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04:39

The Answers Are Already in Your Business

Business Turnaround podcast ·

2025/04/03

When a business starts struggling, there’s often a rush to hire consultants, spend money on reports, or brainstorm high-level strategies in a room full of executives. And don’t get me wrong - those things can help. But too often, the people who really know what’s going wrong are the ones who are never invited to those meetings - the forklift driver, the machine operator, the warehouse supervisor, the customer service rep who deals with client complaints all day long.

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05:17

When Mergers Go Wrong: Lessons for Turnaround Success

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2025/03/27

When companies are in trouble, merging with another business often seems like a quick fix—a way to scale, cut costs, or breathe new life into operations. But here’s the hard truth: most mergers between private companies don’t work out. Instead of solving problems, they compound them. And if you’re not careful, what you thought was a lifeline can end up being an anchor.

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05:50

Leading a Turnaround with the Team You Have—Not the...

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2025/03/20

In an ideal world, every struggling company would have a team of top-tier managers and high-performing employees ready to execute a turnaround plan. But that’s rarely the case. When a company is in trouble, instability makes it difficult to attract top talent. Often, you’re working with the same team that got the business into trouble in the first place—or a team that’s already demoralized and skeptical about the future.

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05:13

Challenges into Opportunities. A New Mindset for...

Business Turnaround podcast ·

2025/03/13

A business turnaround isn’t just about fixing problems—it’s about reframing them into opportunities for growth, innovation, and transformation. Think about two business owners facing the same challenge. One sees declining sales as a sign that the business is failing. The other sees it as a sign that the market has changed and that there’s an opportunity to pivot, adapt, and improve.

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05:23

Leadership Over Management—The Key to a Successful...

Business Turnaround podcast ·

2025/03/06

When a company is struggling, strong management skills alone won’t be enough to save it. Yes, you need systems, processes, and accountability. But turnarounds don’t happen because someone made better spreadsheets or improved reporting. Turnarounds happen because of leadership. And leadership is not about being liked. It’s about being understood, respected, and effective enough to make the tough calls and steer the business out of crisis.

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05:34

The Power of Focusing on Solutions in a Business...

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2025/02/27

When a business is in trouble, it’s easy to get caught up in everything that’s wrong. The cash flow issues, the declining sales, the debt piling up. But here’s the hard truth—focusing on problems won’t fix them. What separates those who successfully turn businesses around from those who don’t is a shift in mindset: moving from problem-focused thinking to solution-driven action.

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03:52

The Key to Business Resilience and Growth

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2025/02/20

At the heart of every company’s success lies its profit core. Think of it as the engine that keeps your business moving forward, even in challenging times. It’s not just about where you make money, but how you make it—and how you can keep that engine running efficiently and consistently.

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04:49

How to Determine Your Cash Runway and Strengthen Your...

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2025/02/13

When a business faces challenges, cash becomes king. In fact, it’s not just a cliché—it’s reality. Cash flow isn’t just another metric to glance at once a month; it’s the lifeblood that determines how long your company can weather storms, make changes, and emerge stronger on the other side. That’s why understanding and calculating your cash runway is one of the most important steps in any turnaround.

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05:14

Finding the Cut: Never let a good crisis go to waste.

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2025/02/06

Running a business comes with a constant balancing act: you’re always weighing costs, managing resources, and trying to keep growth on track. But what happens when the tide turns—when revenue dips, margins shrink, and cash flow becomes a trickle? That’s when the tough decisions come into play. It’s not easy, but finding where to cut isn’t about simply slashing expenses indiscriminately. It’s a disciplined, strategic process that lays the foundation for recovery and future success.

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04:34

4 Steps to Rescue a Capsizing Company

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2025/01/30

No company is immune to trouble. Whether you’re running a blue-collar SME or managing a larger enterprise, the first sign of distress is often liquidity issues—not enough cash to cover your bills. This is the moment when decisive action is needed, and as a turnaround expert, I’ve seen firsthand how these four steps can help steady the ship.

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05:18

Overcoming Your Fear of Financials

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2025/01/23

For many business owners, the numbers side of the business feels like a foreign language. Maybe it’s overwhelming, or maybe it feels like something you’d rather leave to the accountant. But here’s the truth: understanding your financials isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential, especially during a turnaround. Your profit and loss statements, balance sheet, and cash flow reports are the compass that tells you where your business stands and how to move forward.

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05:58

Building a Fortress Balance Sheet: Your Business’s...

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2025/01/16

When we talk about turning around a struggling business, it’s easy to focus on immediate fixes like cutting costs or boosting sales. But a long-term turnaround isn’t just about survival—it’s about building a business that can with-stand future challenges. And that starts with your balance sheet. Let's talk about your fortress balance sheet.

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06:15

Navigating the Hardest Decision: Letting Employees Go...

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2025/01/09

Letting employees go isn’t just a financial decision—it’s a deeply personal and emotional one. People are the heart of your company, and having to say goodbye to some of them can feel like you’re tearing apart that heart. But when your business is in survival mode, tough decisions are inevitable. The key is to approach this process with clarity, fairness, and humanity—balancing the needs of the business with respect for the people involved.

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06:20

Fighting the Dragon with a SWOT Analysis

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2025/01/02

Imagine you’re in the middle of a battle, facing a fire-breathing dragon. The heat is unbearable, the flames are closing in, and all you can see is the monster in front of you. That dragon represents the immediate crisis your business is facing—whether it’s a cash flow problem, mounting debt, or plummeting sales. It’s easy to become so fixated on the monster that you lose sight of everything else around you. SWOT analysis can help you fight the dragon of business distress and come out on top.

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05:46

Managing the Emotional Rollercoaster of a Business...

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2024/12/26

Running a business in crisis is not just a test of strategy or execution—it’s a test of emotional resilience. The highs can be euphoric, like landing a critical deal or seeing cash flow improve. But the lows—missing payroll, dealing with tough employee decisions, or facing criticism—can feel like the weight of the world on your shoulders. Let’s talk about how to navigate the highs and lows effectively.

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06:08

Raising Capital During a Business Turnaround

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2024/12/19

Raising money during a turnaround is different than raising money in a growth phase. Investors are wary, and you’ll need to prove that your business has the potential to recover and thrive. Can you raise money during a turnaround? Yes. Is it easy? No. But with the right strategy and focus, it’s absolutely possible.

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06:28

Boosting Labor Efficiency During a Business Turnaround

Business Turnaround podcast ·

2024/12/12

When a business is in trouble, one of the first places to look for improvement is in how efficiently labor is being utilized. Labor costs are often one of the largest expenses for a company, especially in blue-collar industries. If your team isn’t operating efficiently, it could be draining resources and holding the business back from profitability. Let’s explore how you can approach this strategically in your turnaround.

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05:31

Knowing When to Call It Quits in a Business Turnaround

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2024/12/05

No one starts a business with the intention of walking away. We pour our hearts, energy, and resources into our companies, and when things start going downhill, we fight tooth and nail to save them. But sometimes, despite all the effort, the best decision for the future of the business—and for you as an owner—is to step away. The key is recognizing when that time has come.

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05:25

Building a Winning Team During a Turnaround

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2024/11/28

In a business turnaround one of the most impactful decisions you’ll make is who you bring onto your team. The right hires can transform a struggling company into a thriving one, while the wrong hires can keep you stuck in crisis mode. Hiring in a turnaround situation isn’t like hiring during a growth phase. Let’s talk about how to approach hiring during a turnaround and what qualities to look for in people who will help you rebuild and grow.

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05:52

Navigating Employee Challenges During a Business...

Business Turnaround podcast ·

2024/11/21

Dealing with employee challenges can be one of the hardest parts of leading a business turnaround. As leaders, we want to protect the people who’ve been with us, who’ve contributed to the business and its culture. But the truth is, not addressing employee issues can make things far worse—not just for the company, but for the entire team.

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