

The $100 MBA Show
Omar Zenhom
Awarded Best of Apple Podcasts, The $100 MBA Show delivers practical business lessons for the real world. These no fluff episodes are packed with only the pure business building training you want.
Omar Zenhom shares lessons, strategies and insights from 20+ years of entrepreneurship. He’s bootstrapped two multi-million dollar businesses (and several smaller businesses, too). Join him for short, actionable lessons on how to do everything from validating your idea, to audience-building and marketing, to sales and reinvestment, and much, much more—all with the bare-minimum resources available to your average working person. Learn more at https://100mba.net
Omar Zenhom shares lessons, strategies and insights from 20+ years of entrepreneurship. He’s bootstrapped two multi-million dollar businesses (and several smaller businesses, too). Join him for short, actionable lessons on how to do everything from validating your idea, to audience-building and marketing, to sales and reinvestment, and much, much more—all with the bare-minimum resources available to your average working person. Learn more at https://100mba.net
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Oct 6, 2025 • 19min
MBA2686 Must Read: The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom
Wealth isn’t just financial; it encompasses five essential types. Discover why time wealth is prioritized over money as people seek purpose and family. Explore the importance of social wealth through strong relationships that enhance longevity. Delve into mental wealth, focusing on curiosity and learning as keys to resilience. Learn about physical wealth through simple habits that foster health. Finally, reframe financial wealth as a tool for achieving your broader life goals, and find balance among all wealth types.

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Oct 3, 2025 • 11min
MBA2685 Does Inbound Marketing Still Work?
Explore the current effectiveness of inbound marketing in a world dominated by AI. Discover how inbound still delivers leads and ROI, with SEO blogs and short videos leading the charge. Learn about shifting buyer preferences towards self-discovery and the importance of avoiding common pitfalls like content overload. Get actionable strategies to create standout content, measure performance, and combine inbound with outbound tactics. Adapt your approach to thrive in today’s saturated market!

Oct 1, 2025 • 13min
MBA2684 Q&A Wednesday: My Business is Dying Because of AI. What Do I Do?
Feeling overwhelmed by the rise of AI? Explore how it’s impacting freelancers, with a focus on clients opting for cheaper, faster AI solutions. Learn to shift your mindset from task-oriented work to delivering outcomes that truly matter. Discover strategies for packaging your services, such as using guarantees and outcome-based pricing. Omar emphasizes the importance of positioning yourself as an AI-savvy expert and showcases real-world success stories. Embrace your unique human abilities that AI can't replicate to stay relevant in a changing market.

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Sep 29, 2025 • 17min
MBA2683 Give Me 10 Minutes and I'll Show You How To Accomplish Anything
Feeling stuck on your goals? This discussion offers a mindset shift to move you from inaction to achievement. By starting with 'why,' you can overcome the fear that stalls progress. Embracing discomfort is vital for growth, and even just ten focused minutes of effort can create surprising results. The episode highlights how changing your beliefs and visualizing outcomes lead to practical action. If you're ready to gain traction, you won't want to miss these insights!

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Sep 26, 2025 • 15min
MBA2682 How To Stop Fighting With Your Co-Founders
Constant friction with co-founders can stall business growth. Conflicts often arise from differing work styles rather than strategy. A practical exercise reveals how to identify and communicate these differences. Partners write their ideal work experiences, share them without interruption, and reflect on insights. This process fosters empathy and understanding, turning conflict into collaboration. Emphasizing respect for each other's unique preferences can reshape the partnership dynamic and spark business momentum.

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Sep 24, 2025 • 13min
MBA2681 Q&A Wednesday: How Do I Ask an Employee to go from Full-time to Part-time Hours?
Navigating the tricky conversation of reducing an employee's hours can be daunting. Key strategies include clarifying your reasons and communicating with empathy. Offering added benefits or flexibility makes part-time appealing. It's crucial to hold the conversation face-to-face, allowing the employee space to process the change. Be prepared for pushback, including a potential 'no.' Document the changes officially to ensure clarity. Omar shares his own success in this context, highlighting the unexpected positives that can emerge.

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Sep 22, 2025 • 12min
MBA2680 Business Breakdowns: Cup Noodles - How One Man's Simple Idea Became a $40 Billion Empire
Discover how a simple idea transformed into a $40 billion empire with the story of Cup Noodles. Explore the genius of Momofuku Ando, who revolutionized instant ramen despite early setbacks. Learn about the innovative packaging that made it a lifestyle staple. Hear insights on localization strategies that helped it scale globally. Experience the Cup Noodles Museum where creativity met history. This tale highlights the power of observation, persistence, and the ability to turn challenges into opportunities.

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Sep 19, 2025 • 19min
MBA2679 How To Set Up a Business for Success
Transforming your side hustle into a full-fledged business can be daunting. Learn to choose the right legal structure and register your business name. Discover how to set up banking, bookkeeping, and payment tools effectively. Build a solid online presence with a simple website and track key metrics for informed decisions. Don't forget to invest early profits in professional advice to ensure smooth growth.

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Sep 17, 2025 • 12min
MBA2678 Q&A Wednesday: Why Do My Customers Seem Very Interested But Don't Buy?
Frustrated by polite interest that doesn’t lead to sales? Discover the reasons behind this common hurdle, from lack of urgency to trust issues. Learn practical strategies to bridge the gap between interest and conversions, like crafting clear offers and effective follow-ups. Enhance your approach with personal touches and a risk-free mindset for potential buyers. Get ready to transform curiosity into commitment!

Sep 15, 2025 • 1h 2min
MBA2677 Extended Interview: The Million-Dollar Mindset: How David Royce Got Rich Ditching Passion for Problems
Think success has to start with passion? Think again. Some of the most profitable businesses are built not on personal obsessions- but on solving everyday problems most people overlook. If you're ready to rethink what creates real value, this episode flips the script.In this extended interview, Omar sits down with David Royce, founder of a $500 million pest control empire, to unpack what he calls the “Million-Dollar Mindset.” You’ll hear how focusing on problems over passions helped David build a scalable business, why mastering sales and systems is non-negotiable, and how simple solutions can lead to massive wins. It’s a candid, practical conversation filled with hard-earned insights and real-world strategies you can apply today.Ready to learn the mindset shift that took David from door-to-door hustle to industry leader? Hit the play button at the top of the page and dive into this powerful interview- your next breakthrough might be hiding in a problem you haven’t solved yet.Want to learn more about David’s journey and connect directly? Check out his LinkedIn profile to see what he’s building and sharing now.Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://lm.fm/GgRPPHiSUBSCRIBEYouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.