Episodes

Building Your 2027 Strategic Plan in Q3 - If you start your 2027 plan in November, you're going to end up with a list of goals, not a strategic plan. There's a huge difference, and that difference is the reason most business owners hit December 2027 and realize they basically just had another year of the same thing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Position of Market Dominance as Employer of Choice – Your competition is fighting for the same customers, but they're also fighting for the same employees. Most business owners have a position of market dominance for their customers but nothing for their employees.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

The 13 week Rolling Cash Flow Forecast - Most business owners look at cash flow in the rearview mirror. A 13-week rolling forecast is the windshield. It's what sophisticated CFOs use to spot cash crunches before they happen, time large purchases, and negotiate with vendors and banks from a position of strength.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

The 10% Pricing Trap – Most business owners panic and cut prices when sales slow down. But a 10% price cut typically requires a 40% or more increase in volume just to break even on gross profit dollars.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Trump Tariff Rebates – These are only allowed for the importer of record, however if your suppliers used Tariffs as an excuse to increase prices then you deserve some type of rebate or lower price.pipemanradio theadventuresofpipeman positivelypipeman selfhelp businesspodcast deankpiper thepipeman pipemanradiointerview w4cyradio intertainment talkradio motivationalpodcast inspirationalpodcast empoweringpodcast spiritualpodcast healthandwellness powerfulbusinessstrategies nextstepcfo michaelbarb...

Michael Barbarita of Next Step CFO and Powerful Business Strategies will discuss Cash Management – When I was in the ski business which is clearly a seasonal business, I never needed my line of credit. This show identifies what needs to be done to properly manage your cash.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Michael Barbarita of Next Step CFO and Powerful Business Strategies will discuss Mindset – Your best thinking got you where you are. What type of mindset is needed to get to the next level.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Michael Barbarita of Next Step CFO and Powerful Business Strategies will discuss Preparing for Exit – You need at least 2 years to prepare for a successful exit. This show describes the things you need to work on.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Michael Barbarita of Next Step CFO and Powerful Business Strategies will discuss Standard Operating Procedures – They are now less burdensome to prepare with AI and they will increase the value of your business.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Michael Barbarita of Next Step CFO and Powerful Business Strategies will discuss Position of Market Dominance Revisited. We are going to review the best strategy to get the prospects attention.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Michael Barbarita of Next Step CFO and Powerful Business Strategies will discuss Creative Follow up Methods – Listen to follow up strategies the best sales people are doing when the prospect is not calling them back.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Michael Barbarita of Next Step CFO and Powerful Business Strategies will discuss The Value of Public Speaking – If you want to really make an impact in business you must be able to speak at live events. Don’t believe me, ask Warren BuffetBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Michael Barbarita of Next Step CFO and Powerful Business Strategies will discuss the Speed to Lead – The value of a lead goes down dramatically if that lead isn’t followed up within 10 minutes.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Bundling – By Bundling products and services together you will be able to differentiate from your competitors every time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Constantly search for ways to add more value – Do you want to make price irrelevant? We go deeper into this component of a compelling offer.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Using AI – How can AI help you with business strategies. By utilizing AI you can implement business strategies your competition isn’t doing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Bricks and Mortar Communication Strategy - I'm going to share a communication strategy that connects with audiences, whether you’re speaking to many or just one-on-one conversation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Client Appreciation Days – Create Strategic relationships with other businesses who serve the same customer by offering them an opportunity to share your knowledge to their base as an added value.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Two KPI’s that can drive scale – There are two KPI’s that can really drive your business and it’s ability to scale. By the way, Shark Tank investors always ask about these two KPI’s.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Squeeze Pages: The Lead Capture Secret squeeze pages are different than websites. Why sending people to a squeeze page is better than sending them to a website.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Just Ask – “Do you want Fries with that?” That single question makes McDonald's millions every single day. You can do the same. Just ask.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Multimedia Campaigns - How Business owners can run multimedia campaigns and why they are effective.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Solving Cash Flow Problems – In our program 90 Days to Fast Cash we cover 5 critical strategies to get cash fast. We will summarize those strategies in this episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.

Line of Credit – You must have a line of credit even if you don’t use it. You never know when you need it. However, you must use the line of credit for the purposes it was intended.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/powerful-business-strategies--6198916/support.