The $100 MBA Show

When software tools pile up, they’re no longer solving problems — they’re creating one.Every business picks up excess tools along the way. Software for marketing, project management, analytics, design, and more come and go. But inevitably, too many come and not enough go! Today, we explore how to give your business a little tool audit.We did our own audit recently, and found we were able to get rid of about 50% of our tools (and the costs associated with them). By defining our priorities and making a few strategic tradeoffs, we were able to make our startup even more lean.Are your software tools easing friction, or creating it? Saving money, or draining it? Learn how to boost efficiency with a little tech housekeeping. Click Play!SUBSCRIBEYouTube | 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.

Stage fright? Get nervous before a big talk, meeting, or pitch?We’ve got you covered.Caroline Goyder is a celebrated author and presenter who knows exactly how to approach speaking with cool, calm, and confidence. Today, she’s here with 5 specific exercises you can use as often as you need to develop the kind of poise that makes speaking a breeze.Fair warning though: maybe listen to this episode (and do these exercises) in private.Follow along as Caroline guides you through a few key movies that bring stability to your mind, largely by manipulating the body. They may seem a bit odd at first, but once you experience their effects, you’ll see why Caroline’s training is so powerful.Get ready to speak with ease — Click Play!SUBSCRIBEYouTube | 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.

Sometimes, the best way to push forward is to simplify.For a new business, a million shiny objects can become distractions disguised as goals. As legitimate as these goals may be, you can’t take your eyes off the most important prize of all — the one that’ll ensure your business’s long-term future.Today, we explore exactly what that goal is (and how to achieve it).No matter the industry, no matter the type of business, no matter the product or service, every new business needs to get to this special place before they can go anywhere else. Too many new businesses lose sight of this goal, to their peril.Learn what you absolutely have to achieve, above all else, in order to make it as an entrepreneur. Click Play!SUBSCRIBEYouTube | 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.

Looking for traction on social media? Need to work the ol’ algorithms a bit? We’ve got a strategy for you. Actually, we’ve got 3 strategies. Today, Omar shares the “3 S’s,” a simple framework for creating social posts specifically to drive engagement. Whether you’re looking for likes, shares, or comments, the 3 S’s have you covered.Remember: marketing works best when it’s simple!The strategy we discuss today utilizes the most fundamental aspects of human psychology and social behavior. With a basic sense of what triggers action, you can rewire your social strategy for maximum engagement. Click Play!SUBSCRIBEYouTube | 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.

You have a great idea for an app. That doesn’t mean you have a business.So how can you possibly tell if your idea has legs?It’s Q&A Wednesday, and we’ve got a listener with a banger of an idea for a business app, but who isn’t willing to start throwing money around to develop it just yet. Wise decision! Today, we explain how to get some reliable market research, so you can make the best bet.Hint: you don’t have to build it to sell it.Using our own SaaS product as an example, Omar shares how you can create a product or service in stages, with each stage giving you a little more intel (and a little more cash) to work with. Before you launch your next product, give this episode a listen. Click Play!To submit your questions, visit 100mba.net/q.SUBSCRIBEYouTube | 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.

That’s not hyperbole. If you run a business, the most important thing you can do is figure out how to get back some of your most precious, irreplaceable resource: time.As we like to say, time is infinitely more valuable than money. One of the biggest obstacles to taking time back is insisting on doing everything yourself. Just as dangerous (but a little more subtle) is insisting that other people do things exactly as you would — or even just as well as you would.It’s time to let go.Today, we break down a rule that’s a little hard to live by at first, but will absolutely improve everything from the quality of your business to the quality of your life. Learn what the 80% rule is, how to apply it, and why it can be the best gift you ever give yourself.Click Play!SUBSCRIBEYouTube | 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.

Forget the Oscars thing for a second.Before the…incident, we planned to review Will, the powerful autobiography Will Smith co-authored with Mark Manson (the guy behind The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck). And we couldn’t be happier we decided to stick with that decision.This book is penetrating, insightful, and valuable — recent drama aside.Today, Omar shares some of the incredible lessons this book offers on work, success, and happiness itself. These lessons are more than applicable to business (after all, music and entertainment are businesses in which Smith has inarguably thrived). Hear why this book is so great, and why its lessons speak louder than any single incident. Click Play!Will by Will Smith and Mark MansonDiscover all our must-read book reviews at https://100mba.net/bookreviews.SUBSCRIBEYouTube | 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.

Thinking of launching an online course without an audience? Discover innovative strategies to sell successfully in 2025. Learn how to validate your ideas, network effectively, and even pre-sell your course before it’s launched. Hear powerful personal stories demonstrating how small ad investments can lead to big returns. Building an eager customer base and creating mini products are key to gaining traction. This guide will help you transform your teaching dreams into reality, no matter where you're starting from!

Feeling financially stuck? Discover how to turn your skills and expertise into income without any initial investment. Learn practical steps for freelancing, consulting, and leveraging your network to find clients. Explore effective strategies for financial recovery by selling services and focusing on quality and referrals. Lastly, embrace hope and take small actions to kickstart your journey to profitability while gaining valuable resources and insights for your entrepreneurial venture.

Your business is profiting. You’re making a living. But what’s in store for the long term?It’s Q&A Wednesday, and we’ve got a listener who’s seen what can happen when you only give yourself a paycheck, and nothing more. Even long-standing businesses can fall — and when they do, the founders can walk away with next to nothing.Which raises the question: should you be taking dividends? And if so, how much?Balancing the need for a personal safety net with the needs of your business can be tricky. If you don’t take dividends, you can end up no more or less successful than if you stuck with a regular job. Take too much by way of dividends, and you risk slowing growth.There are many factors at play, including the tax situation. Today, Omar shares the must-knows when it comes to dividends and entrepreneurship. Click Play!To submit your questions, visit 100mba.net/q.SUBSCRIBEYouTube | 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.