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A successful business is the result of hard but necessary choices. One of the hardest is the decision to transition between old and new team members. While your original team is to thank for your current success, it’s often the case that new talent is required to reach the next level. How can this be accomplished in a way that acknowledges the past while making the future possible?Today we discuss when it’s appropriate— and necessary— to make some personnel changes. We review the signs it’s time for change, the best methods for finding quality new talent, and how to make the difficult change as smooth as possible. We’ve had to face this issue in our own software company, WebinarNinja. In doing so, we’ve learned one thing that’s undeniably true: no matter how tough it is, what’s best for the business is always the right choice. Click play to hear more.SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksMBA366 Guest Teacher: Nicole Baldinu- 5 Essentials to Managing a Remote TeamToptalUpworkThe post MBA857 How To Upgrade Your Business’ Talent 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 for a change! The $100 MBA Show has been a blast to produce and share with our fantastic, insightful, loyal listeners these last few years. Now, we’re refocusing our efforts towards a more specific, in-depth examination of what it takes to build a small business. We’re shifting from our short, daily format to a weekly, longer format that will focus specifically on our challenge to turn one business into a world-class competitor. By sharing this new phase of our journey, you’ll learn (up close and personal) what it really takes to build and nurture an independent business through all its ups and downs. Thanks for joining us as we continue to deliver valuable lessons into the future. As always, click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksWhat Got You Here Won’t Get You There – Paperbackby Marshall GoldsmithElon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future Kindle Editionby Ashlee VanceWebinarNinjaThe post MBA856 How To Know When It’s Time to Make a Change 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 a new year, and we’re kicking things off with a very special question! This one doesn’t come from a normal listener, though. It comes from in-house, and the dynamic mind of our own co-founder Nicole! She asks about the value of New Year’s resolutions. And whether they can actually have a positive impact on business. We discuss the limitations of resolutions, as well as the tools required to turn them into meaningful action. Happy New Year! Click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA855 Q&A Weekends: Do you make New Year Resolutions? Why or Why Not? 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.

You’ve got questions, and we’ve got answers! Today’s episode is a rebroadcast of a specific, important question about marketing. When an influential person in the market wants to check out your product, should you charge them for it? The answer, like many, depends. We review the different ways to give access to influencers, and the factors involved in deciding how much (or whether) to take their money. The ROI could be well worth it. Click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA854 Q&A Weekends: Should I give free access to my product to influencers or should I charge them? [REBROADCAST] 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.

Over the course of the year, we’ve done our best to learn. We’ve read, we’ve studied, and we’ve experimented. But the greatest lessons we’ve gotten have come from people. Colleagues, friends, even complete strangers have opened our eyes and made us better entrepreneurs. Today, we review some of the greatest things we’ve learned from some of the greatest people we’ve studied. It’s our annual tradition, and it’s also FREE RIDE FRIDAY!!! Click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksDerek Sivers on Twittersivers.org/nowDerek Sivers on Developing Confidence, Finding Happiness, and Saying “No” to MillionsPat Flynn on TwitterSmart Passive IncomeTim Paige on TwitterLeadpagesChris Savage on TwitterWistiaSara Blakely on InstagramPodcaster’s ParadiseThe post MBA853 5 Things I Learned From 5 People in 2016 Plus 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.

Passion is overrated. That’s the message we’ve been pushing for a while now, and it’s gotten no less controversial. That’s why we’re airing this archived episode that inspired quite a bit of feedback! While following your passion is a nice idea, it’s definitely not a requirement for an entrepreneur. Instead, we advocate a different approach- one centered on identifying your value to the market. Forget the passion. Find the value! Click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe $100 MBA Free Business CourseThe post MBA852 Stop Trying To Discover Your Passion [REBROADCAST] 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 year’s almost over, and what have we learned? A lot, apparently. And no small thanks are due to the fantastic books we’ve read. We’ve reviewed 26 books this year, and today we give high praise to the best 5. We explain how they’ve impacted our business practices, and why they’re very worth the limited time of a busy business person. Change your game- click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksElon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future Kindle Editionby Ashlee VanceShoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike Kindle Editionby Phil KnightZero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future Hardcoverby Peter ThielThe Obstacle Is the Way: Hardcoverby Ryan HolidayTotal Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story Paperbackby Arnold SchwarzeneggerJason Does StuffThe post MBA851 My Top 5 Books in 2016 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.

When your business is struggling, seeking outside investment can be a very tempting idea. But is it the right move? We talked about that very thing a while back, but we still get questions about it regularly. That’s why we’re rebroadcasting this archived episode. We discussed the different kinds of investment, the alternatives to accepting outside help, and the dangers inherent in doing so. This one’s important, friends. Click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA850 When Should You Seek Investment? [REBROADCAST] 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.

Welcome to another Monday, and another fantastic must-read book for the entrepreneur! This week’s review is of Grit by Angela Duckworth. A lot of buzz has surrounded the release of this one, and for good reason. It’s an eye-opening look at the value of consistency and perseverance, but it’s no simple motivational speech. It explores the importance of grit relative to factors like talent and resources– factors that Duckworth sees as overrated! Learn how keeping your eye on the prize can negate any disadvantage. Click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksGet the book here:Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance Hardcoverby Angela DuckworthThe Art of CharmThe post MBA849 Must Read: Grit by Angela Duckworth 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.

Podcasts are everywhere. Does yours stand a chance? Today’s listener Q&A is about the saturation of the online marketplace with new podcasts, and what it takes to make one successful. We talk about the realities of the market, the size of the potential audiences, and the approach that makes the best podcasts work. We’ve produced a few of these things ourselves by now, so let our experience be your guide! Click play!SUBSCRIBE ON APPLE PODCASTSSpotify| Podcast Feed| How To SubscribeGive us a Rating & ReviewShow LinksThe post MBA848 Q&A Weekends: Is it too late to start a podcast? 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.