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Meetings: is there anyone who actually likes them?For most businesses, meetings are a must, at least occasionally. Very rare is the business in which the team never gets together, either virtually or in person. However, too many meetings are just as dangerous as too few. So what’s the right frequency for your business?Today, we discuss how to determine exactly how often to meet. From the daily “Stand Up” to the monthly get-together, we’ve seen dozens of different approaches, with varying degrees of success. Balancing the need for communication with the need for efficiency can be a tricky proposition, one with serious impact on the morale and productivity of your team.Our formula for creating your team’s meeting schedule can help you establish a fair, groan-free system for catching up together, and then getting back to work. With a little forethought, you can keep everyone on the same page, without taking away from your employees’ independence. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1132 How Often Do You Need to Meet with Your Team? + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The age old question for entrepreneurs with growing teams: when does is stop being smart to pay by the hour? When is a salary the right move?Depending on the employee, how you pay them can make all the difference in both their productivity and your return on investment. And while one option definitely (usually) costs more than the other, what you get back for that money is just as variable.We had to learn this ourselves, with our own businesses depending on a remote team of dozens.Our mixture of full-time employees, part-timers, and freelancers requires a careful balance of pay-affecting factors. With pros and cons to both approaches, weighing the cost of employee pay with the value of employee work can be tricky business — especially when the pay structure has a serious impact on the quality of their work.Today, we discuss how to decide which way you’ll pay a given employee, how to set expectations, and how to ensure you’ll both get what you need from each other in a mutually beneficial arrangement. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1131 Paying Staff Hourly vs. Salary appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Facebook advertising works, but only if you do it right.It’s Q&A Wednesday, and we’ve got a listener who’s ready to advertise, but not sure how to design ads that convert — and more importantly, don’t waste the advertising budget.Fortunately, you don’t need to hire an expensive pro to design effective Facebook ads. There are several options, and lots of resources, for the DIY advertiser. With a little guidance and some helpful tools, you can create several Facebook-friendly images that work perfectly within the social site’s parameters.Knowing Facebook’s rules and applying one of the 3 options we discuss today will pay off, with a patient approach to the platform that prioritizes efficiency. In relatively little time, at little cost, you can unleash ads that work, avoiding common pitfalls along the way.Hear how it’s done. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksUpWorkCanvaSketchSkillshareLyndaUdemyUnSplashAdEspressoThe post MBA1130 Q&A Wednesday: How do I create Facebook ad images without a designer? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A basic truth of business: this isn’t for everyone.Entrepreneurship isn’t a better way of making a living, just a different one. And only certain kinds of people are suited for it. Having coached and mentored many an independent business person through the $100 MBA, we’ve seen what it takes to succeed — and why being honest with yourself is the first prerequisite.Over time, we’ve noticed a collection of common traits, aversions that all but guarantee entrepreneurship will not work out for someone. There are certain things that only entrepreneurs enjoy, while most people will be stressed right back into conventional employment.Yes, this is one of those “hard truth” episodes. But like all hard truths, it’s vital to hear.There’s nothing wrong with not being an entrepreneur. Forcing yourself to be someone you’re not isn’t smart for anyone, in business or life. Tune in to this episode, and see if you’re really cut out for this wacky, but rewarding, world we live in. If not, do what’s right for you and yours, and express your potential in the way that suits you best.One way to find out — Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1129 How to Know if Entrepreneurship is Not For You appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tim Ferriss is at it again, with another book of Grade-A entrepreneurial wisdom. But this time, it’s not just from the man himself.Tribe of Mentors is a fantastic collection of condensed wisdom from experts in various industries. Easy to read, digestible, and immediately applicable, these golden nuggets of business truth will serve you well. That’s why it’s this week’s Must-Read book for budding entrepreneurs.One of the most daring and occasionally controversial business “gurus” of our time, Ferriss always swings for the fences. As a writer and blogger, he’s inspired millions to get to the next level, even by unconventional means. The original life hacker, Ferriss’ influence can’t be denied. Now, he offers a long, but very readable tome on what it takes to move up in life and business.Hear why this book should be on your list. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksTribe of Mentors by Time FerrissThe post MBA1128 Must Read: Tribe of Mentors by Tim Ferriss appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will writing a book help your business?It sounds like a no-brainer: figure out how to start writing a book, finish it, and your credibility will spike, leading to more traffic. Done right, a book can be one of the most powerful branding and marketing tools imaginable.But done incorrectly, writing a book can be serious waste of time, money, and effort.In order to produce a big ROI, your book has to have certain components. It has to be written — and marketed — in a way that’s efficient. Simply putting words to paper will not boost your business. In fact, it can hurt your business and brand.You don’t have to be a stellar writer, but you do need a plan.Today, we discuss what makes a book work as a marketing tool, and why some books fail to hit the mark. From content to publishing method to marketing, these tips will ensure that what you get out of your book is greater than what you put in. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksEasyCourseThe post MBA1127 Should You Write a Book to Promote Your Brand? + Free Ride Friday! appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Entrepreneurs have to stay on top of the latest. Any tools that can make us more effective, more efficient, and better prepared to compete are a must.In business, we all need an edge. 2018 has offered exactly that, with apps and programs that make a difference.Today, we discuss 5 incredible tools that have had the greatest impact on our productivity. They’ve improved the quality of our work, while making work easier. They’ve become indispensable to us, saving us time, money, and headaches. Some are simple, some are complex — but all are powerful.Check out these tools for yourself, and see what they can do for your competitive edge. You’ll be glad you did. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksCloudAppUnsplashAdEspressoMousepose’ElementorThe post MBA1126 My Favorite Business Tools in 2018 appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s time to take a stand! The health and productivity drawbacks of sitting all day at work are well-documented. As people in every business look for ways to work healthier and more effectively, the standing desk has become all the rage.As entrepreneurs, we have the privilege of being able to design our own workspaces. Freed from the cubicle, more and more of us are choosing to work on our feet, and the benefits are undeniable — but it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. The standing desk, like all things, has its own drawbacks.Today, we discuss the ups, the downs, and the adjustments you’ll have to make if you decide to get off your derriere. We’ve worked 8 hours a day at standing desks for over 4 years now, and we’ve experienced the physical and professional benefits. We’ve also experienced the unpleasant parts, and found ways to modify our setup.Get more done, and improve your health. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA1125 Q&A Wednesday: I heard you use a standing desk? What are the benefits? appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Considering building a personal website to boost your brand?In addition to business and product-specific sites, sites devoted to your personal outlook and character can have a powerful marketing impact. They can help consolidate and leverage your most important asset — the audience you build — across multiple business ventures.We decided to find out for ourselves what it takes to build an effective personal website. We launched omarzenhom.com to promote your favorite podcast host’s public speaking services and highlight his other business accomplishments.Today, we take a look at we learned from this project.Mostly, we learned a lot about the importance of deadlines, and how to build your website in the smartest, most efficient way — even if it means making some tough choices in the name of getting the job done. To get the most out of a personal website, you’ve got to learn an age-old business lesson: that “done” is better than “perfect.”We discuss how to design, plan, and launch your personal website with a focus on what matters most to your business.  Before you get started on your website, give this episode a listen. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksMBA 1037: Do You Need a Personal Website?omarzenhom.comIt Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at WorkSimvolyForging LegendsWebinarNinjaThe post MBA1124 My Personal Website Results appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One talk can do it all. It can propel your independent business, and keep it growing year after year. The right signature speech can be the foundation of your entire personal brand, boosting your credibility and growing your following.Today, we’ve got a special guest teacher who specializes in crafting evergreen, reusable, home-run talks that get serious mileage. Pete Vargas knows what it takes to command the stage or screen with talks that are valuable and inspiring, and that convince audiences to take a closer look at you and your product.Pete’s here to discuss the 4 specific components that can make a signature talk your most powerful marketing tool. Whether it’s for conferences, webinars, website videos, or anything else, the content you put into your talk can carry your message far and wide — and win converts along the way.Learn how to create, deliver, and leverage an incredible talk. Click Play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksOne Hour Launch WorkshopHow to Create Presentations That Convert Any AudienceThe post MBA1123 Guest Teacher: Pete Vargas- Crafting a High-Converting Signature Talk appeared first on The $100 MBA. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.