Putting in the Exit Clause at the Beginning: Covenant Coffee

Randy Martin, leader of the non profit, Covenant Coffee in Bakersfield, CA discusses putting in the exit clause at the beginning. He is standing with Michael Roberts in front of the coffee bean roaster after his interview with Small Business Celebration.

When entering a business partnership, the last thing on anyone’s mind is the end. However, adding an exit clause at the start of a partnership could be one of the best strategic decisions to make. Despite the initial discomfort it may cause, including this upfront conversation can pave the way for a smoother, more stable […]

When to be Satisfied With a Limited Workforce: Pacific Advisors

Jeff Schwartz, owner of the Pacific Advisors Kern County branch in Bakersfield, CA discusses when to be satisfied with a limited workforce.

The saying “bigger is better” often drives entrepreneurship. This can be true and yet it can often also drive business owners to feel pressured to grow, expand, and hire more employees than they actually want. But how many employees do you need to consider your business successful? Is it necessary to have a team of […]

When to Stop Renting Equipment and Start Buying

Renato Zamora, owner of Scaffold Solutions Unlimited in Bakersfield, CA discusses when to stop renting equipment and start buying. He and Michael Roberts are smiling after Renato's interview on Small Business Celebration.

Welcome to another episode of Small Business Celebration! Today, we’re diving into a topic that every growing business eventually faces—When should you stop renting equipment and start buying it? Profitability and resilience are essential for success, especially in challenging times. To explore this further, we’re talking to Renato Zamora, owner of Scaffold Solutions Unlimited, who […]

Upholding Tradition vs Innovation: Strength and Health Gym

Dr. Mark Pacheco, owner of Strength and Health Gym in Bakersfield, CA discusses choosing between upholding tradition vs innovation.

In the world of small business, one of the toughest decisions owners face is the balance between preserving tradition vs embracing innovation. This dilemma becomes especially poignant for businesses with deep roots in their communities, where customers have come to expect a particular experience over time. In today’s trend filled climate, innovation often feels like […]