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Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine

Mike Milan & Blaine Bertsch

Dive into "Business, Beer, and BS" with seasoned entrepreneurs Mike Milan and Blaine Bertsch! Each episode is a lively mix of business insights and casual conversation fueled by cold beers and real talk.Mike and Blaine share their rollercoaster journeys of running businesses and tackling real-world challenges with humour and honesty. Expect practical tips, unforgettable stories, and plenty of laughs along the way. It’s the perfect blend of expert advice and laid-back fun.Don’t miss out! Subscribe,

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57:43

Business Growth: “Pushing Through the Muck” on Mike &...

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/06/07

From navigating startup chaos to scaling challenges, mastering customer retention, and outpacing market competition, they’ve got it covered. Mike and Blaine discuss the evolution of a small business and the entrepreneurial mindset needed to push through the muck and get to growth. Watch them break down the stages you need to understand to drive business growth in this punchy episode. Like, share, and follow Mike & Blaine so you don’t miss an episode of the best entrepreneur podcastFeatured Beer:

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56:38

Business Leadership: "NO. Is A Full Sentence” on Mike...

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/05/30

No is such a powerful word. Nobody likes to hear it for sure, and some people hate to say it. But, mastering the word NO is an art form in the small business setting. This simple word can protect your time, set boundaries, and drive your business forward. Join Mike & Blaine as they share practical tips, real-life anecdotes, and a few laughs about the power of "no” as they chat about business leadership. Like share and follow Mike & Blaine so that you don’t miss an episode of the best

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EP 142: “Oops… We Did It Again” Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/05/23

In this episode of Mike & Blaine, the guys tackle the tricky topic of unfilled promises in business. Ever found yourself overpromising and underdelivering? Mike and Blaine share their own slip-ups and how they’ve managed to bounce back. From managing expectations to mending broken trust, they’ve got the tips you need to keep your business relationships solid. Tune in for a candid and entertaining chat about staying accountable and keeping your word.Featured Beer: @txleaguer @refinedfoolMike:

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EP 141: “The Price Is Right” Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/05/16

One of the biggest questions business owners have is about pricing. It is one strategy that can dictate your success or failure. Too much and people won’t buy. Too little, and you won’t make any money. In this episode, Mike & Blaine take the subject of pricing head-on. This is one episode you will want to buckle up for.Featured Beer: @foundersbrewing @snakelakebrewcoMike: Founders - Dirty Bastard Scotch AleBlaine: Snake Lake - Taco IPAThanks to our Beer Sponsors! Rachel Barnett, ‘Baltimore

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58:26

EP 140: “Broke No Joke: Quick Fixes” Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/05/09

The panic is real. You feel it. You almost become manic. You need money fast. What do you do? When your business runs headfirst into the realities of a cash flow crunch, sometimes it's too late to go the traditional route. You need some creativity to bring some cash in fast or find a way to get you a little bit of relief. In this episode, Mike & Blaine use their cash flow expertise and discuss the immediate actions you can take to stop the bleeding.Featured Beer: @BentStickBrewingMike:

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EP 139: “Client Communication Simplified” Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/05/02

Have you ever seen two people just missing the point together? It’s weird to see a business and their client having two different conversations at the same time. The client is frustrated but doesn’t know the right jargon to describe what’s happening, and the business owner is trying to solve the wrong problem, causing more frustration. In this episode, Mike & Blaine discuss getting to the point in client conversations.Featured Beer: @AveryBrewingCo @sawbackbreweryMike: Avery Brewing Co. -

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EP 138: “From Barter To Blockchain” Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/04/26

In some form or fashion business has always existed. But the evolution of it is fascinating and the basics still apply no matter what shape it takes. What is interesting is how the evolution has just been to add layers of complexity. At times, making it hard for business owners to understand the landscape. Join Mike & Blaine as they discuss how business shaped human civilization.Featured Beer: @townsquarebrewing Mike: Neighbour Pat's latest awesome brew!Blaine: Town Square Brewing - Red

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54:42

EP 137: “Old School Sales: Business Cards to Phone...

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/04/18

At the beginning of our careers, business cards were the staple of business. So was a Rolodex and a phone call. Like bread, milk and eggs, you got a desk, a phone number and a business card and boom, you were in business. With the world moving online in a much bigger way in the past few years, is there still room for old-school tactics? Mike & Blaine will dive into their roots in old tech through to the latest and greatest.Featured Beer: @HeavySeasBeer @burgeonbeerMike: Heavy Seas - The Red

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EP 136: “Trade To Triumph” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/04/11

Most of us have had to devise some type of trade or barter in our business careers. It’s a core function of business and sometimes the only way to get something done. After all, isn’t business really just trading? Even if it’s for cash. In this episode, Mike and Blaine talk about how trading has come into play in their careers.Featured Beer: @flyingdog @stbcbeerMike: Flying Dog - Gonzo Barrel Aged Imperial PorterBlaine: Southern Tier - Nitro Creme Brûlée Imperial Milk StoutThanks to our Beer

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EP 135: “Time’s Up: Act Now” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/04/04

Guess who didn’t come up with a topic for today’s episode? Yep, procrastination gets the best of us. So, tune into Mike & Blaine for a healthy dose of BS while we discuss how we get behind and what heightened sense of productivity follows a period of procrastination. It’s usually a lot of stress and a cycle of unproductivity. See if we can work ourselves out of this one. It’s bound to be a mess.Featured Beer: @deweybeercoMike: Neighbour Pat’s Mystery Brown Garage Beer with FloatiesBlaine: Dewey

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EP 134: “The Patience Paradox” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/03/28

Is exercising patience in your business good or bad? On one hand, thoughtful consideration can save you a ton of headaches down the road. On the other hand, you might miss out on an amazing opportunity and risk becoming stagnant or obsolete. In this episode, Mike and Blaine explore the double-edged sword of the role patience plays in small business. Featured Beer: @AslinBeerCo @HeavySeasBeerMike: Aslin Beer Company - Daddy Juice Fruited SourBlaine: Heavy Seas Beer - Tropi Cannon IPAWatch on

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EP 133: “Normal: Myth or Reality” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/03/21

Many of us aim to fit into what's considered "normal," yet often question whether we genuinely do. In this episode, Mike & Blaine tackle the intriguing question: What defines normal for your business, and how can we tell if we fit that mould? From being measured against industry averages to grappling with financial challenges, they dive into what society deems "normal." Join us for an unpredictable hour that promises to explore every corner of this topic.Featured Beer:

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EP 132: “Hops and Hardships” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/03/14

It was a good run. After almost two decades of growth and an explosion of crazy-good flavors, the craft brewing business is in decline. How could that be? You would think the beer snobs would revolt or come to their favorite brewers' rescue, but that hasn’t happened yet. In this episode, Mike and Blaine speak about the unthinkable: the decline of the craft brewing industry.Thanks to our beer sponsors! Baltimore Mike, Larry Weinstein, Rachel Barnett & Neighbour Pat! Featured Beer:

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54:51

EP 131: “Word Woes: Business Edition” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/03/07

Have you ever heard yourself say something and instantly regretted it? It happens to all of us. It’s embarrassing and could cause real damage to your business. In this episode, Mike & Blaine talk about those slips of the tongue that can instantly alter your business. Is this something you’ve done? Learn how to address the aftermath of a communication mishap.Thanks to our beer sponsors! Baltimore Mike, Larry Weinstein, Rachel Barnett & Neighbour Pat! Featured Beer: @GuinnessBreweryBalt

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EP 130: “Innovation On Autopilot” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/02/29

AI is here to stay, but we still have some thoughts about how it’s being used. The massive uptick in people using AI on a daily basis is an amazing phenomenon that needs to be paid attention to. It is improving people’s lives to the “nth” degree, but is it also making us lazy and uninspiring? Tune into this episode where Mike & Blaine talk about some of the best and worst use cases for AI, and learn why Mike thinks most AI start-ups are unoriginal “copycat” apps.Thanks to our beer sponsors

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EP 129: “Market Tug ‘O War: Push v. Pull” Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/02/22

Sometimes, it’s accidental, and sometimes, it's on purpose, but the strategy you choose for your product dictates how you introduce it to the market. The real difference between pull strategy and push strategy is that you can feel it. You feel the market pulling you in versus you pushing your message and product to anyone who will listen. In this episode, Mike & Blaine dive into how companies get their product in front of consumers.Thanks to our beer sponsors! Larry Weinstein, Rachel

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EP 128: “Accidental Genius” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/02/14

You have probably sat on the couch, saw a product, and thought, “I should have thought of that” or “I had that idea once.” Yep, regular people, every day, take a chance to create a simple solution to a persistent problem. Most of the time, they didn’t set out to change the world, it just happened. In this episode, Mike & Blaine delve into the ideas that were odd but became iconic.Thanks to our beer sponsors! Larry Weinstein, Rachel Barnett & Neighbour Pat! Featured Beer:

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EP 127: “Cashing In On Perception” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/02/08

For some time now, value pricing has been all the rage in many industries. So, we took a dive into the art of value pricing, where you are focused on the customer experience, not the costs associated with the sale. What might seem like a recipe for disaster could be the very strategy you need to thrive. In this episode, Mike & Blaine take on the facts and myths of value pricing.Thanks to our beer sponsors! Larry Weinstein, Rachel Barnett & Neighbour Pat! Featured Beer: @twistedxbrewing

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EP 126: “Wordplay For Winners” - Mike & Blaine

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/02/01

You hear people say all the time that words f***ing matter. Especially when you are trying to attract customers to your business, in this episode, Mike & Blaine delve into the world of words and their impact on marketing and sales. Words do matter, and they can be used to invoke emotion and create perceptions. Tune in while we discuss the elements that help you win in your market. Thanks to our beer sponsors! Larry Weinstein, Rachel Barnett & Neighbour Pat! Featured Beer:

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EP 125: “Chasing Dreams: Choosing Your Path” - Mike &...

Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine ·

2024/01/25

In your career, you can either work on your own dream, or work on someone else’s. When it comes to this pivotal decision, most people have to weigh the pros and cons of leaving the security of employment to brave the world on their own. In this episode, Mike & Blaine talk about the weight of that decision and the personal attributes that are essential to succeed.Thanks to our beer sponsors! Larry Weinstein, Rachel Barnett & Neighbour Pat! Featured Beer: @RealAleBrewing

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