

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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Jan 29, 2025 • 11min
MBA2579 Q&A Wednesday: How Do I Protect My Idea From Being Stolen?
Is your next big business idea keeping you up at night – not from excitement, but from fear someone might steal it? In this Q&A episode, Omar responds to Thomas' question about protecting innovative business concepts, and his answer might surprise you.Get ready for some counter-intuitive wisdom that successful entrepreneurs know about business ideas and what really matters in building a thriving company. Omar shares compelling real-world examples that could completely change how you think about your next venture.This episode might just transform your approach to business innovation. Hit play at the top of the page to discover why!To submit your questions, visit 100mba.net/q.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.

Jan 27, 2025 • 11min
MBA2578 The One Thing Every Great Business Has That You’re Missing
Is your business not performing the way you'd hoped? If you're feeling frustrated with your current results, today's episode reveals a game-changing insight that could transform your approach.Omar shares a powerful lesson from his journey with WebinarNinja, breaking down a critical element that separates thriving businesses from those that struggle. You'll discover a proven principle that successful companies consistently apply – and learn how to implement it in your own business.Ready to unlock this essential business secret? Hit play at the top of the page to discover what might be the missing piece in your business puzzle.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.

Jan 24, 2025 • 18min
MBA2577 Why You’re Stuck at $10K a Month and How to Break Through
Feeling stuck at $10k a month in revenue? Wondering why your business seems to hit a ceiling at this milestone and how to get past it? If you're searching for answers, today's lesson is your ticket to breaking through.In this episode, Omar digs into why so many entrepreneurs get stuck at that $10k mark and delivers hands-on strategies to help you move beyond it. He covers everything from changing your mindset and offloading tasks to your first hire, to focusing on revenue-boosting activities. You'll learn how to transition from doing it all yourself to leading a team and scaling your business to new heights.Reaching $10K per month is just the start. To go beyond, you can't do it all yourself. Delegate, strategize, and watch your business grow.Don't wait to level up! Hit play at the top of the page to get the full scoop and start making those needed changes in your business. Trust us, you won't want to miss this one.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.

Jan 22, 2025 • 12min
MBA2576 Q&A Wednesday: What’s the Right Way to Ask for Referrals?
Want to double your customer base without spending a dime on marketing? It’s simpler than you think. Let's dive into the underrated power of referrals!Responding to a question from our listener Franco, Omar reveals the secrets to asking for referrals the right way. Borrowing tips from his dad, an epic car salesman, and adding his own twist, Omar will show you how to perfect your referral game. You'll learn to ask the right questions at the right time, make it super easy for your customers, and why showing gratitude can make all the difference.Ready to double your customer base without spending a cent on marketing? Referrals are your secret weapon! Asking for referrals isn’t about luck—it’s strategy. Hit the play button up top and dive into this lesson.MBA2173 Must Read: $100M Dollar Offers by Alex HormoziTo submit your questions, visit 100mba.net/q.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.

Jan 20, 2025 • 15min
MBA2575 The 3 Lies Everyone Believes About Starting a Business
Ever feel like you're drowning in advice about starting a business? Does it seem like everyone's got their own list of do's and don'ts that just leaves you even more confused? If you're nodding your head, then you're in the right place.In this episode, Omar is here to cut through the noise and bust the 3 biggest lies that new entrepreneurs often fall for. He shares his own early mistakes and doles out some hard-earned wisdom on topics like why passion alone won't pay the bills, why you don't need a perfect plan, and why starting with a huge budget is just not necessary. This lesson is packed with real-talk insights that will save you time and frustration.Remember, lies are comforting but misleading. Success comes from solving real problems, taking action, and being resourceful. Hit play at the top of the page to dive into this eye-opening lesson.Download the FREE One Page Business Plan Canvas over at http://100mba.net/worksheets.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.

Jan 17, 2025 • 18min
MBA2574 How To Use Your Boss To Start a Million Dollar Company
Still think your 9-to-5 is just paying the bills? Think again. That challenging boss and demanding job might be your ticket to entrepreneurial success – if you know how to use them right.In this eye-opening episode, Omar shares the untold story of how his former boss Gus, a Fortune 500 VP turned educator, became the unexpected mentor who helped shape his multimillion-dollar businesses. Learn the exact strategies Omar used to turn everyday workplace challenges into entrepreneurial gold, including the confrontational situation that taught him his most valuable leadership lesson.Discover why the most successful entrepreneurs see their current jobs as million-dollar training grounds, not just paychecks. Plus, get actionable steps for turning your boss into a mentor (even if they don't know it yet) and transforming those difficult workplace moments into powerful business lessons.Want to fast-track your entrepreneurial education without quitting your day job? Scroll up and hit play to learn how your current role might be the perfect launching pad for your future million-dollar company.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.

Jan 15, 2025 • 12min
MBA2573 Q&A Wednesday: How Do I Know If My Business Idea Is Worth Pursuing?
Did you know that 42% of startups fail because there's no market need for their product or service? That's not just a statistic – it's a wake-up call for entrepreneurs everywhere. But here's the good news: you can avoid becoming part of that number by validating your business idea before investing your time, money, and dreams into it.In this Q&A Wednesday episode, Omar answers Steph's crucial question about validating business ideas, sharing a practical step-by-step framework that helped him build and sell his software company, WebinarNinja. Discover how to identify genuine market problems, define your perfect target audience, and test for real demand – not just polite nods from friends and family.Learn why most entrepreneurs are doing validation completely backward, and get the exact process for creating a minimal viable product that people actually want to buy. Plus, find out the counter-intuitive approach Omar used to validate WebinarNinja before a single line of code was even written.Want to know if your business idea has legs before you bet the farm on it? Hit play to discover how to test your concept in the real world and get honest answers about its potential.Submit your question for Omar here: https://100mba.net/q/Download the FREE business templates over at http://100mba.net/templates.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.

Jan 13, 2025 • 47min
MBA2572 Extended Interview: Seth Godin - How to Have a Better Strategy and Win People Over
Don't be misled by glamorous media tales of overnight success. In this captivating conversation, marketing legend Seth Godin shatters common myths about building a business and reveals why chasing viral fame might be the biggest strategic mistake you're making.Ever find yourself building something with no real direction? Struggling to figure out if you're playing the right game – or just playing someone else's? In this deep-dive interview, Omar and Seth explore why most creators are getting strategy completely wrong, and how a simple shift in thinking could change everything.Get ready for some unexpected wisdom: discover why Seth walked away from being the 40th biggest website in the United States, learn why building "a job without a boss" might be your biggest mistake, and understand how true empathy (not the soft, fuzzy kind) can transform your entire business approach.Plus, for aspiring authors and content creators: Seth shares his counterintuitive approach to creating work that matters – and why your personal projects might be more valuable than your paid portfolio work.Want to stop playing games you can't win and start building something that matters? Hit play to hear one of the most influential business thinkers of our time share lessons that took him decades to learn.This is Strategy by Seth GodinMBA2488 Must Read: The Practice by Seth GodinWatch 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.

Jan 10, 2025 • 12min
MBA2571 Why I Quit My E-Commerce Business
Running a business can sometimes feel like a dream come true—until it becomes a waking nightmare. Ever look at successful e-commerce businesses and wonder what's really happening behind the scenes? Think high sales always mean high profits?In this raw and honest episode, Omar pulls back the curtain on why he walked away from Zenhom Design – his e-commerce business with three warehouses and thousands of customers across 30 countries. Despite high sales and market presence, the reality behind the scenes tells a different story.Running an e-commerce business seems simple. We buy products all the time, so we think selling them won't be that hard. But there are a lot of headaches that people don't talk about – from razor-thin profit margins to logistical nightmares that can wipe out weeks of profit in a single mistake.Get ready for some shocking math: discover the brutal reality of what happens to every $100 sale in e-commerce (this number made Omar completely rethink his business model). Plus, learn why walking away from "success" led him to build something truly sustainable and freeing.Want to avoid the expensive lessons Omar learned the hard way? Hit play to discover why sometimes the smartest business decision is knowing when to walk away.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.

Jan 8, 2025 • 17min
MBA2570 Q&A Wednesday: How Do I Handle Competitors Who Keep Undercutting My Prices?
Competing on price doesn't build great businesses; it destroys them. If you're constantly reacting to competitors undercutting your prices, you're playing their game, not building your own. But there’s hope! We've all been there, and in today's lesson, we're tackling this head on.In today's Q&A Wednesday, Omar tackles Vickie's crucial question about handling price-cutting competitors, and his answer might surprise you: Racing to the bottom isn't just painful – it's pointless.In this business-saving episode, Omar shares the exact strategies that helped him maintain premium pricing at WebinarNinja for 10 years, even when competitors were selling for less. Discover how to make your customers stop comparing prices altogether (including the counter-intuitive approach that transformed their customer service game).Plus, learn why some of the most successful brands in history never compete on price, and how you can position your business to do the same. Get ready to break free from the price war trap and build a business that thrives on value instead of discounts.Want to command higher prices without losing customers to cheaper alternatives? Hit play to discover the 6-step framework that makes price competition irrelevant.Submit your question for Omar here: https://100mba.net/q/MBA695 Must Read: Zero to One by Peter ThielMBA2428 Must Read: Elon Musk by Walter IsaacsonWatch 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.


