Don't Forget to Check Out the Badass Business Owner YouTube Channel Hey Future Badass Business Owner! Thanks for listening to the podcast and allowing me to be part of your journey on your new business. Getting started is just the first hurdle. Running a successful, profitable business is the goal! To help you out, head on over to the Badass Business Owner YouTube Channel to learn even more about starting your business, plus even more for running the business once you open the doors if you will.  I look forward to being part of your amazing journey!   ~~~~   The Badass Business Owner Podcast is for Small Business Owners who are tired of living job to job but want to grow their business income & their personal income. In each episode, we discuss how to increase your profits, boost your sales, improve your processes and develop stronger teams.   ~~ WEBSITE: BABOLearning.com YOUTUBE CHANNEL: BABO Learning for Badass Business Owners ~~ RECOMMENDED VIDEOS 6 Stages of a Small Business How to Read a Profit & Loss Statement Knowing Your Business Numbers   FREE GUIDES / TOOLS FREE eGUIDE: 8 Steps to Earning $100,000 in Income in Your Small Business FREE eGUIDE: How to Read a Profit & Loss Statement FREE Start Up Guide for Starting a Business   COURSES *** Understanding Your Business Numbers *** Start a Local Small Business     ~~~   Local Small Business Owners are the Backbone of All of Our Communities!      WHO THIS CHANNEL IS FOR: small business owners who serve their local community, local small business owners, service based business owners, mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, carpet cleaners, window cleaners, ice cream shops, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, electricians, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen, medical, dentist, insurance, pet business owners, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams. Entrepreneurs who want to make more money. Those who want to know their business numbers better!    #BABOLearning #KnowYourBusinessNumbers #BadassBusinessOwnerPodcast

Start a Local Small Business | Advice to Help You Take Your Business Idea from Concept to Open for Business

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 The Start a Local Small Business Podcast What to Expect When You Make the Leap to Full-Time Local Small Business Owner Here is what we discuss in today's episode: The single biggest thing I hear from future local small business owners is a fear and excitement of making the leap to full-time small business owner. They don’t know what to expect and they wonder do they have what it takes. In this bonus episode, I’ll share 21 things that folks need to realize when they prepare to transition and leave their full-time gig. You must go into this new adventure with your eyes wide open! ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

BONUS - What to Expect When You Make the Leap to Full-Time Local Small Business Owner

  Episode 29 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  What Comes Next and More Tools and Resources Here is what we discuss in today's episode: If you are ready to get your new business up and running, here are a few more tools and resources to help get you open and more importantly, the #1 tool that will help you build a strong, thriving business going forward. ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

What Comes Next and More Tools and Resources

   Episode 28 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  Getting Your Local Small Business From Concept to Open for Business Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Today we will start to wrap up our series on Starting a Local Small Business. We will revisit some of the key things we have covered and why they were important. This will be a great recap for those that have been following along and those just starting out wondering what the series is about. ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Getting Your Local Small Business From Concept to Open for Business

   Episode 27 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  What to Look for If You Buy a Local Small Business Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Let’s Discuss What You Should Look For if You are Thinking of Purchasing an Existing Local Small Business. When I purchased an existing local small business back in 2008, I dove in deep into several areas. I’ll share those with you today. Buying an established business can be a great way to become a local small business owner, but only if you are smart about your purchase. Let’s discuss what to look for. ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

What to Look for If You Buy a Local Small Business

   Episode 26 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  Why You Need a Sales Log from Day 1 Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Tracking Your Sales from the Beginning Will Give You Great Information in the Future A critical best practice you will want to start from day one of your new small business is creating a journal or sales log. It is a great way to identify trends for sales, inventory needs, people, etc. Let's discuss in this episode of the Start a Local Small Business ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Why You Need a Sales Log from Day 1

 Episode 25 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  Set Up Your Bookkeeping for Your New Local Small Business You Want to Make Sure You Get Paid! Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Bookkeeping is the term used for "following" the money through your business. Starting with your quotes/estimates thru invoicing and finally getting paid. Bookkeeping is one of the most important things you will do each day or week. You want to keep track of all money coming in and going out. Having a solid bookkeeping process and program is a must. Let's discuss why you want to set up a regular progress and make this a great habit in your business. By the way, I recommend Freshbooks as a great tool for you and your business. Check it out at https://startalocalsmallbusiness.com/freshbooks (this is an affiliate link - but I only recommend items that I've used and know you will love)   ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Set Up Your Bookkeeping for Your New Local Small Business

   Episode 24 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  Should You Start a Family Business Family Businesses Can Be Complicated Here is what we discuss in today's episode: If you are thinking of starting a family business, then I recommend you listen to this episode.  I’ll share some feedback from multiple family businesses on what they see are the pros and cons of having a family business.  Plus I’ll share my experience with a part family business. Family businesses can be a great thing as long as everyone is on the same page and know the pitfalls.   ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Should You Start a Family Business

 Episode 23 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic: Training and On-boarding New Employees Making Sure Your New Employees Get Brought in Set for Success Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Now that you have made sure you have hired the best people for your new local small business, the next step is to make sure that you are setting your new employees up for success. How you onboard and train them will be critical. In this episode we will go through the 3 core areas you will want to cover. Their paperwork, their orientation, and the hands-on training. Plus, we will discuss if you need an employee manual   ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Training and On-boarding New Employees

 Episode 22 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  Hiring the Right People for Your New Local Small Business Hiring Your First Employees Will Be a Critical First Step to Having a Great Team Here is what we discuss in today's episode: If your new business will be needing in employees, then you will want to make sure that you have a hiring plan. You will need to know your budget, the shifts you need to fill and more importantly, you need to make sure you hire the right people. In this episode,  we will discuss some best practices for you to follow when starting up your new local small business.   ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Hiring the Right People for Your New Local Small Business

 Episode 21 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  Do You Need Employees? What to Expect Not all local small businesses should have employees but if you do here is what to expect Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Some local small businesses will require employees. Especially brick and mortar type businesses. However, before you higher an employee you will want to make sure you know what is involved. In this 1st part of our employee series, we will discuss who should have employees and what to expect.   ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Do You Need Employees? What to Expect

   Episode 20 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic: Marketing Your New Local Small Business on Social Media Should social media be part of your marketing plan for your new business? Yes, especially Facebook Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Should social media be part of your marketing plan for your new business? Yes, especially Facebook! When you are putting your marketing plan together, you will want to incorporate at least one or two types of social media. At minimum, try and work Facebook into your plan. I’ll share a story of how local mechanic blew his business up by just being a part of his community Facebook pages.   ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Marketing Your New Local Small Business on Social Media

 Episode 19 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  Marketing Your New Local Small Business Time to Shout Your New Business from the Roof Tops! Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Now that you are buttoning up your new local small business, it is time to start to develop your marketing plan to shout your business is now open. In this episode, we will go over several different ways you can do this. Plus, we will discuss the #1 best way for you to grow your business in the early months and a lifetime. ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Marketing Your New Local Small Business

 Episode 18 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  10 Must Have Items on Your Local Small Business Website Your Website is a Crucial Piece of Your Local Small Business Marketing Plan Here is what we discuss in today's episode: Since your website is a crucial piece of your local small business marketing plan. You want to make sure that your website has the information that your customers and clients are looking for. Today we will go over the 10 must have items you need to make sure on your business website.  Some will be obvious and some you might not have thought of.   Your Company Name and If Needed What You Do Have Your Core Services or Products on the Website Hours of Operations Directions & Location of Your Business You Need an About Us Page A Contact Page with Email & Phone Numbers Pricing or Estimates Testimonials from Past Customers / Clients FAQs or Frequently Asked Questions Before and After Pictures   ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

10 Must Have Items on Your New Small Business Website

 Episode 17 – The Start a Local Small Business Podcast Today’s Topic:  Do You Need Business Cards and other Chotskys? Are Aprons, Shirts, Car Magnets, and other Things Critical to Have Before You Open? Here is what we discuss in today's episode: As you get closer to opening your new local small business, you might be wondering if you should buy shirts, uniforms, aprons, car magnets and other chotskys for your new business. Let's talk about what is important and what isn't. Pat asked a question for her new dog grooming business.   ** Starting a Local Small Business Website:  StartALocalSmallBusiness.com ** Take the Course: Enter PODCAST for 25% off: Start A Local Small Business Course    OTHER HELPFUL LINKS ** Don’t forget to listen to the Local Small Business Coach Podcast ** Have a question? Shoot me an email at Tammy@LocalSmallBusinessCoach.com   WHO THIS PODCAST IS FOR: Folks looking to start a local small business like: mobile businesses, brick and mortar businesses, handymen, landscapers, pool cleaners, cleaning services, QSRs, restaurant owners, mechanics, plumbers, real estate agents, dog groomers, franchisees, tradesmen,  medical, dentist, insurance, & those looking to increase profits, boost sales, improve processes and develop stronger teams

Do You Need Business Cards and other Chotskys?

Do you have a dream to own or operate a local small business? If so, this is the podcast for you! The Start a Local Small Business Podcast focuses on what it will take for you to go from Concept to Open for Business. So, if you are ready to open a business that serves your local community, then subscribe today and get the resources you need to ensure the success of a thriving local small business.

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