If you’re a small business owner, you’ve likely faced this dilemma: Do I chase the lowest price to attract more customers, or do I focus on quality and what people actually want? how do I solve the dilemma of profit vs people? For Husein Shakir the owner of DIY Depot...

Micro-Niches Matter. In a time where big-box retailers dominate the market and online ads can feel like a shouting match, it’s easy to feel like your small business doesn’t stand a chance. But here’s the truth: small is powerful — especially when you lean into your niche. We recently sat...

We glamorize leadership today. You scroll past it daily—another guru in a fitted blazer, preaching hustle culture and passive income from the seat of a rented Lamborghini. But the truth? Most of us are leading all wrong. If you want to see real leadership in action, meet John Heath, founder...

What does it take to go from pulling wire in the Bakersfield heat to opening a high-end wine bar and managing multimillion-dollar construction projects? For Mark Boren, owner of Express Electric, Solar, and Communications — and co-founder of Le Cave Vin and Cuisine  — the secrets to scaling is equal...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a far-off fantasy — it’s transforming how small businesses market, sell, and operate in real time. But with all the hype and noise around AI, many business owners are asking: “Should I invest in AI marketing tools now, or wait until the technology matures?”...

From Three Full-Time Jobs to One Unconventional Calling How do you teach sales to when you don’t think you’re a great salesperson yourself? It’s a question hitting close to home for many business owners and it’s one Kenny Mount, co-owner of Mission Family Mortuary, had to answer the hard way....

Learning how to boost confidence is the secret sauce behind any great sales team. A confident salesperson doesn’t just close deals—they build relationships, solve problems, and inspire trust. But confidence doesn’t magically happen. It’s something leaders must intentionally cultivate through structure, experience, and support. We recently spoke with Mark Barnes,...

In the journey of entrepreneurship, two significant decisions often arise: acquiring business property and establishing a legacy in untapped markets. These steps can helo expand your business but also come with unique challenges. Jeremy Brown, the owner of JWB Distributing, shares insights from his extensive experience in business and wine...

Expanding your business to a second location is an exciting milestone, but it’s also a step with unexpected hurdles. As seen in our recent Small Business Celebration season six finale, even seasoned entrepreneurs face hurdles when venturing into new territories. Michael and Producer Emily talked over cutting room floor clips...