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Books & The Biz

Dan Paulson and Richard Veltre

Finance and Operations need to work together. Often they don’t. JoinRichard Veltreand myself for discussions about business (the BIZ) and finance (the BOOKS). About Rich: He has served in executive leadership positions at finance consulting firms focusing on the development, implementation, and management of the full spectrum of financial systems. Rich started his career at Price Waterhouse and now acts at a fractional CFO for companies in healthcare, finance, logistics, and

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50:24

Will Robots Rule: The economics and politics of...

Books & The Biz ·

2024/07/18

Automation has become an essential tool for businesses looking to reduce costs and improve the quality of their products or services. However, there is a growing concern that this technology may also lead to the elimination of well-paying jobs for workers. In this episode of Books & The Biz, David Turner, Founder and President of Turner Business Solutions, will provide valuable insights into the impact of robotics on business operations.

30:20

Quit Chasing The Money!

Books & The Biz ·

2024/07/11

The desire to emulate successful entrepreneurs like Elon Musk is common among many business owners, but it is important to recognize that success does not solely come from an infusion of cash. In fact, constantly chasing money may actually hinder the growth and sustainability of your business in the long run.

32:59

Top 10 Areas You Should Be Addressing Midyear

Books & The Biz ·

2024/07/03

35:12

Does Work/Life Balance Work When Starting A Business?

Books & The Biz ·

2024/06/27

Steve Staples began his career as an electrician. With a little coaxing from his wife, he launched Accurate Electrical Solutions. After all, no risk. No reward.Now he's almost 2 years into running his company full time. We will speak with him about the challenges he faces as he works to scale his business while still making a priority for his family. Be sure to catch this entrepreneurial episode of Books & The Biz.

47:16

Health Insurance Is Too Expensive! There's Alternatives!

Books & The Biz ·

2024/06/20

Health insurance is almost a necessity in order to hire and retain employees. All too often it is a substantial cost with never the right fit for everyone. So how do you add a benefit that appeals to your staff, but is affordable to your business?Welcome Ben Zang. He's got the plan for addressing the confusing world of health benefits. In this episode, we talk with Ben about what owners should be doing to take care of their people. About Ben: After owning a business for almost 2 decades, Ben

31:44

Interest Rates And Inflation Stay High! Could Costs...

Books & The Biz ·

2024/06/13

The Fed didn't lower rates yesterday. Inflation remains at 3.3%. Signs consumer confidence is declining. Continued high costs are impacting business as people question new purchases.Small and medium businesses receive a greater impact as economies of scale helps larger businesses. How can you survive? Today we talk about interest rates and its impact on companies. We will also look into what opportunities exist.

29:55

Accounts Receivable can cost you your business! Learn...

Books & The Biz ·

2024/06/10

Ever notice that business owners know their sales numbers better than their kids’ birthdays? But have all of those sales been collected? And will they all be collected? Failure to collect those sales can make or break your business. And the policies you set can determine whether you can collect them. The policies should not only reflect what is customary for your industry, but also contemplate what your business can afford. This is the place where creativity can also make or break your

31:33

Finding Employees In Construction - Prodigal Building...

Books & The Biz ·

2024/05/30

It's no secret there's a shortage of talent in the Trades. While many contractors are struggling to find help, Cle Gray has found a solution.Join us as we talk with Cle about his unique approach with Prodigal Building Systems. what it's like to start a business, and the challenges of moving from construction worker to CEO. About Cle: With more than 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Cle is a Master Carpenter and certified Project Manager, as well as a six sigma Green

31:36

Ramon Ray: Becoming A Celebrity CEO

Books & The Biz ·

2024/05/23

Ramon is an expert at marketing and branding. He's launched and sold companies and his high energy will motivate you.More about Ramon: Ramon Ray is unapologetically positive and passionate about making the world a better place. He's an in-demand motivational keynote speaker and event host who's shared the stage with Deepak Chopra, Gary Vaynerchuck, Seth Godin, Simon Sineck and many other powerful speakers. He's the publisher of ZoneofGenius.com and an entrepreneur who has started 5

30:23

Bringing Chip Makers Home. Will It Work

Books & The Biz ·

2024/05/16

The US government is spending billions in grants to have chip makers like Intel open plants in the US. Money is now being allocated and companies are benefiting. The question is, "Is it needed?" Unrest in different parts of the world, the pandemic, and growing concerns about supply issues have companies concerned. Businesses in tech have benefited by increased demand especially with the increase in AI development. Incentives cost us in taxes and may only increase profits for chip makers

26:32

No Jobs Available! Is It Getting Harder To Get Hired?

Books & The Biz ·

2024/05/09

Job searchers are getting frustrated. Once it was easy to get a new job, and now employees are struggling to get an interview. A recent Wall Street Journal article by Callum Borchers discusses why getting hired may not line up with recent job reports. Changes are afoot! Today, we break down what we observe when it comes to hiring and why both sides may be to blame for the current situation. We'll also discuss what you can do about it. #WSJ #CallumBorchers #hiring #interviewing

36:22

Is The Economy Good? How Current Economic Conditions...

Books & The Biz ·

2024/05/03

Is The Economy Good? How Current Economic Conditions Affect You.It’s an election year. The news media states we have a great economy with low unemployment and strong consumer growth. Some polls tell a different story. One of the biggest concerns among consumers is inflation. Costs have increased significantly for everyone including businesses. Raw materials costs are up 25% since 2020 which makes production of goods much higher. Inflation is still growing faster than the Fed would like

43:10

Finding Employees is Holding You Back!

Books & The Biz ·

2024/04/25

The changing dynamics of Labor. Let's face it, hiring talent is difficult. Today's labor market is difficult to navigate. It's a seller's market. More are retiring than are entering the workforce. Inflation is forcing higher wages. What can a business looking to grow do? Today we talk to Leah Kallas, an industry professional and General Manager at Great Lakes Skilled Trades shares her insights into the economy, hiring, and what it takes to hiring new employees. To contact Great

30:02

Pay Fewer Taxes Next Year! Tax Planning After Tax Day

Books & The Biz ·

2024/04/17

Tax day has come and gone. For most business owners it is a day of dread. You spend your first quarter gathering information for your tax preparer then get the news of how much you still have to pay in.This is why it is so important to apply financial strategies throughout the year instead of waiting to find out what you owe. If you wan to save money, you need to speak to an expert since your accountant may not provide this service for you. In this episode, Rich will share what to do after tax

34:51

$20/HR Minimum Wage! Is It A Win For Employees?

Books & The Biz ·

2024/04/11

Recently California raised it's minimum wage for fast food employees to $20/hr from $16/hr previously. While it is a limited group of businesses directly affected, the ripple effect will impact other businesses in the state and across the nation. This isn't the first time California has made laws to try to increase employee wages. Earlier this year the state passed AB5, also called the Gig Worker's Law, an effort to raise gig wages. It had the opposite effect by negatively impacting

25:00

Fire All Bosses! Is This New Strategy a Company-Saver?

Books & The Biz ·

2024/04/04

Recently the Wall Street Journal shared one CEO's way to fix his company's struggles is to remove the bosses from the equation.Instead, workers would be rotated into teams for 90 day objectives they will need to complete in order to move on to a new group. Is this the strategy that is going to save money and improve performance? In this episode, Dan and Rich will discuss what could happen when the bosses are suddenly gone and the employees are left to completing corporate objectives. Do

28:05

The Dollar Dilemma: Dollar Stores Closing!

Books & The Biz ·

2024/03/28

Dollar Stores have popped up everywhere over the past decade. The promise of cheap products and groceries led to growth in locations often in small towns, or poorer neighborhoods. Some argued they help provide needed resources in these areas. Others complain they destroy local businesses while selling low quality products.The dynamic is changing. Recently, Family Dollar announced it’s closing 1000 stores across the nation as it struggles to make profit. Inflation has also re-defined what a

15:54

Succeeding in the Face of Competition. The Little Guy...

Books & The Biz ·

2024/03/19

Part 4 of our interview with Brian Weavel from Perfect Crust Pizza Liners.In our final segment, Brian gives advice for making an impact when competing with larger companies. He shares some tactics Perfect Crust Pizza LIners uses to become a "mini celebrity" in the pizza industry and gives insights to how you might apply that to your own business. About Brian:Brian is Midwest Regional Sales Manager of Perfect Crust Pizza Liners and Incredible Bags. "I worked my whole like in pizza,

12:07

How Can There Be SO Much Pizza!?! How companies can...

Books & The Biz ·

2024/03/14

Part 3 of our interview with Brian Weavel from Perfect Crust Pizza Liners.It seems like there are pizza restaurants everywhere. So how can so many pizza places survive when their competition may be right across the street? Brian shares his insights from being a restaurant owner and what is necessary to make an impact in a highly competitive market. Lessons any business can apply. About Brian:Brian is Midwest Regional Sales Manager of Perfect Crust Pizza Liners and Incredible Bags. "I worked

13:54

35% of Pizza Restaurants Do This. Avoid the Same...

Books & The Biz ·

2024/03/12

Part 2 of our interview with Brian Weavel from Perfect Crust Pizza Liners.Brian shares his experience with what data to track. He also talks about how many companies can avoid paying for expensive marketing when using social media. Finally he highlights a common mistake he sees many restaurant owners make that we all should be careful of. About Brian:Brian is Midwest Regional Sales Manager of Perfect Crust Pizza Liners and Incredible Bags. "I worked my whole like in pizza, starting at the

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