Business Brain – The Entrepreneurs’ Podcast

Happy New Year, are You a Criminal?

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the first Business Brain of 2024, and we ask the question: Are you a criminal but don’t know it? The federal government just rolled out the n...

Bank Scams and a New Business for Shannon

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How good are you at spotting scams? You might be surprised that even the most tech-savvy among us can fall victim to fraud. Listen in as Dave Hamilton...

Should You Kill Your Business?

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

People are important. Dave and Shannon discuss the benefits of increasing your social and business circles on this episode of Business Brain, followed...

Change is Coming. Are You Ready?

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are two critical topics discussed on this episode of Business Brain: Always ask for the NO. What happens when change punches you in the face? Li...

Finding Your Noble Cause

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk about what is standing in the way for you to succeed. That’s the intro topic for episode 508 of Business Brain. Then, we jump into our ...

What is your USP?

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for episode 507 of Business Brain! We start the show by introducing a concept called the people pyramid for entrepreneurs. It represents the d...

The Wisdom of Charlie Munger

06 Dec 2023

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Amidst our live streaming conversation, we touch upon the topic of incorporating video into our podcast. The potential of expanding our presence on pl...

Outsmarting Chaos

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into the strategies for managing chaos and staying productive. Join your hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon J...

Selling (Yourself On) Your Business

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Business Brain podcast, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean reflect on their experiences during the Thanksgiving holiday. Dave share...

Wrong Business Broker = 50% Loss

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 503 of Business Brain, we discuss the debate between goal-setting and establishing systems. We emphasize the power of systems and the impor...

Reverse Storytelling + Story Branding

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for episode 502 of Business Brain to hear about one of the most potent motivation systems we have ever found: Reverse Storytelling. After we d...

Finding Your Ideal Customer Profile

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who is your ideal customer? Are you focusing your marketing dollars in the right direction? Join us for episode 501 of Business Brain as we answer lis...

What Have We Learned in 500 Episodes?

10 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our 500th episode! Join us as we discuss the journey from our first episodes back in 2015 to today. We discuss the power of persistence and lis...

You're More Productive With AI

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you using AI to enhance your productivity at your business? If not, why not? Listen in today for episode 499 of Business Brain, where we jump into...

Communication as a Competitive Advantage

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We live in an age where answering the phone is a competitive advantage. Good communication is a crucial part of success and a huge opportunity to stan...

Asking For Help Costs Nothing

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for episode 497 of Business Brain, where we dive into the concept of the best methods to get help and how to turn asking for help in...

The Business Brain Productivity Power Up!

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean have been tuning Business Brains for 496 episodes over eight years. This week, we launch our first course series to cer...

Leading by Fear or Respect

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Which is the most effective leadership strategy, leading by earning respect or by using fear with your team? Join us this week as we discuss how there...

Can You Teach Soft Skills?

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Soft Skills for managers and leaders are essential to business and personal success. This week on Business Brain, we ask our audience if these skills ...

Pacing and Leading

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is Pacing and Leading, and how can you use it to become a more impactful leader and better people manager? Join Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean as...

Failure as Education + Knowledge is Reusable

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we dive into the concept of reusing knowledge and content. We start by stressing the importance of continuously imp...

Cost Segregation Studies + Haste Makes Malpractice

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the concept of cost segregation studies and its potential benefits for prope...

Opening Minds of Close-Minded Customers

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the best way to introduce change to your business? Are big changes easily embraced or are there better methods to get everyone onboard? Liste...

Scale it and Sell it! Business Brain 489

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk about how to scale and systemize your business on episode 489 of Business Brain! We will also jump back into the Silver Tsunami concept a...

The Problem Solving Framework

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Problems got you down? Constantly stressed about putting out fires at your business? Employees stressed out in your Customer Service department? We ha...

How to Share Bad News

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time to talk about bad news! What is the best way to handle sharing bad news with your employees and customers, and how about with your investo...

Build a Business and Build a Community

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s another Casual Friday episode of Business Brain! Join us as we discuss how talking about your mistakes can build credibility faster than your s...

To Build or Buy a Business

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What’s better, buying a business or starting your own? Join Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean in discussing the pros and cons of building or buying on ...

Employees, Contracts and Emergencies

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a grab bag of topics for this Casual Friday episode of Business Brain! Shannon shares his experience with a contractor who doesn’t make appoi...

Tenacity and Commoditization

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for episode 483 of Business Brain to discuss the power of perseverence and tenacity when building your business. We then jump into a discussio...

Working With Your Spouse

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss the concept of “no phone Friday” for improved focus and productivity. We address imposter syndrome a...

Hiring Your First Employee

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When is the right time to hire your first employee? How do you decide what role they need to play? Do you need a salesperson, an admin, or an assistan...

The Business of Snoop + Imposter Syndrome

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Business Brain, we discuss how artists are monetizing their stories through storytelling in the music industry. We highlight our sp...

Tips from Atomic Habits Author James Clear

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss the emotional impact of leaving a leadership role and offer valuable advice on finding fulfillment after...

Slippery Math and The Focus Trap

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is Slippery Math, and how can it help you live a pre-tax lifestyle? And should you be focused on focusing? Listen in and learn why Shannon doesn’...

The Master Mind Hack and Your X/Twitter Profile

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss strategies for avoiding procrastination and maximizing productivity. We share our personal experiences a...

Barefoot Investor and Attracting Luck

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Casual Friday on Business Brain! Listen in as we discuss the Barefoot Investor series of books for adults and kids to learn about finance and m...

Running Your Business as a Shareholder

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss various topics, including surge protection, e-commerce platforms, understanding website visitors, transi...

Procrastination and A Business Brain for Kids

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a Pro at Procrastination? Join us for episode 474 of Business Brain for tips on fighting the battle to get stuff done. We then jump into a dis...

The Avoid at All Costs List

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into various topics related to technology, marketing, and personal development. We start by discussing the...

Secret Management and Adding Value

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you using your Business Brain to secretly manage people and projects outside of work? If not, why not? Listen in today as we share a listener tip ...

A Different Conversation with David Morris

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 466 of Business Brain, we discussed David Morris’ ideas about why being different is better than being better when making sales. We conne...

Our Favorite Business Tools

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Casual Friday on Business Brain! Join your hosts, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean, discussing their favorite business software tools. Oh, and D...

Employee Onboarding Master Class

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode of Business Brain, we explore the topic of welcoming and onboarding new employees. We came across a tweet from Harris Fanaroff th...

Take Out The Trash!

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we delve into the importance of being in service to your employees as a business owner. We believe that it’s not ...

The Beginners Mind + Multi-Level Employees

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss handling inappropriate social media posts by employees, the importance of mindful online content sharing...

Time to learn Your ABDs – Business Brain 466

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How well do you know your ABDs? On this episode of Business Brain, your hosts, Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean, dive into a discussion about the power ...

When to Change Your Business Model

12 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happened to downtime? When should you leave your phone behind, and what is all the hoopla around No Phone Friday? Listen to this episode to hear ...

Labor Perception Bias and an Eeyore Outlook

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week for episode 464 of Business Brain! We discuss the importance of training yourself, your customers, and your employees to battle Labo...

Small Business CRM + Parkinson's Law

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, we discuss the importance of dedicated “play time” for exploration and research. We address a listener’s ques...

AI Lawyers + What Didn't You Tell Us?

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Should you be using ChatGPT to help with business legal issues? Join us for episode 462 of Business Brain to discuss AI legal advice’s pros and cons...

Getting Paid + Our Customer Service Maxim

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has a story about a contractor not billing them for work completed. Why does this happen, and what steps can you take to avoid this issue? Li...

Time Flexing and Balanced Comparison

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Being in control of your time is the ultimate flex! Join us for episode 460 of Business Brain as we tune our minds into the concept of flexible time b...

How to Get Rich Without Getting Lucky

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us today for an important episode of Business Brain, where we dive into a series of Tweets by Naval Ravikant. Learn how to exponentially impact y...

Living a Pre-Tax Life

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for episode 458 of Business Brain as we discuss one of the greatest unrealized methods to improve your life and build wealth. Learn why a simp...

Steve Jobs, Rick Rubin, Good Taste and Imposter Syndrome

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do You Trust Your “Taste”? How do you learn what good taste is, and can you refine it over time? Join us for episode 457 of Business Brain, where ...

Apple Vision Pro and a Down Year

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Will Apple’s new Vision Pro “spatial computer” impact your business? What opportunities are coming our way as AI and new devices create new ways...

Six Things Not to Say at Work

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What terms should never be said at work? Join us as we discuss the Six Things Not to Say at Work on this episode of Business Brain! 00:00:00 Business ...

Driving Results: Cultivating a Sense of Urgency in Your Business

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The ability to act swiftly, make decisions promptly, and prioritize tasks effectively can be the defining factor between success and mediocrity. In th...

Effort Equals Success: Business Insights for Entrepreneurs

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Effort is the critical backbone of business success, often overlooked amidst discussions on strategy, innovation, and capital. It’s the engine that ...

Celebrate Business Milestones

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating milestones, acknowledging employees’ contributions, and rewarding employees that share your company values. These are all tactics that n...

Listener Red Flag Stories – Business Brain 451

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this follow-up episode to our Red Flag discussion, we hear from you about what Red Flags you have encountered when making decisions. Listen in as S...

Let's Steal Costco's Strategies

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can you use Costco’s persuasion strategies in your business? You can and on this episode of Business Brain, we dive into Costco’s 7 Principles of ...

Customer Red Flags - Identifying and Disconnecting

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 449 of Business Brain, we delve deep into the art of recognizing red flags in business relationships. Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean share ...

Does Scarcity Sell? And When to Keep Your Mouth Shut

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you react when a salesperson uses the “this deal expires when I leave” method to try and force you to buy from them? Today on Business Brai...

Magic Phrases and Sentence Stems

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Magic Phrases and Sentence Stems can vastly improve communication in your business. Use them in your sales department to close more deals, in your cus...

Finding a Mentor and 
Listener AI Advice

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Business Brain, we discuss how to find and connect with a mentor, along with listener comments about the real-world use of AI progr...

The Whistle, The Workhorse and The Whale

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Business Brain is a podcast by, for, and about entrepreneurs. In this episode, hosts Dave Hamilton and Shannon Jean discuss the importance of utilizin...

Negotiating as a Nice Guy. Plus an AI Update You Don't Want to Miss

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Does being a “nice guy” hurt you when negotiating deals? Dave shares his follow-up with the buyer of the MacObserver and counts is “pre-paid” ...

What's More Important, Justice or Productivity?

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is more important for your success? Seeking justice in a situation that may take months of time and significant financial resources, or focusing ...

Perspective, Fraud and When to Stop - Listener Questions and Comments

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this April 21st, 2023 episode of Business Brain, the show for entrepreneurs, Robert shares his stress-relieving practice of taking a lunchtime walk...

How to Operationalize Your Business with David Moss

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

David Moss from Thasis LLC is joining us on Business Brain to discuss operationalizing your business. Having worked in technology sales, executive man...

Changing Your Perspective and Environment

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Business Brain dives into the idea of changing one’s perspective and environment. Dave Hamilton from New Hampshire and Shannon Jean ...

Exploring the Most Important Insurance for Entrepreneurs

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Business Brain listener Jeff asks what insurance he might need if he offers casual advice about his expertise. Join your hosts, Dave Hamilton and Shan...

Making AI Your Competitive Advantage

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Business Brain podcast, episode 438 for Casual Friday April 7th, 2023, discusses the benefits of using AI in both personal and business settings. ...

Monetizing Your Business Brain

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Business Brain, hosts Dave and Shannon discuss the common occurrence of people asking for advice on their business ideas. They disc...

Let's Destroy Command and Control Leadership

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can we talk about Command and Control leadership styles? Yes, yes we can. Today we try to destroy the C&C style and convince you that you can make ...

The Importance of Business Ethics

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a business decides to hide the truth from its bank? Is it just unethical or could it also be illegal? Join us today for Business Bra...

Working While Traveling and Receivables Best Practices

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us this week as we discuss being productive while traveling as Dave wraps up a 12-day work trip. Then it’s on to a listener question about coll...

Hiring and Firing Protected Classes

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we discuss hiring and firing practices on this episode of Business Brain! Keep your business compliant with laws and follow best practices ...

The Cash Flow Episode

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s talk about cash flow! What is it, why it’s so important, how to plan for it, and more. Dave and Shannon take a deep dive into managing your ...

The Reality of the Metaverse and the Impact of Bank Failures

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is the Metaverse all hype and no hope? Join us for episode 431 of Business Brain as we discuss two visions of Metaverse opportunities. Then it’s on ...

MS Teams, Actions for Success and Sales Quotas

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk more about MS Teams, and then it’s on to a sandwich story tied to taking action to build success in your life. Shannon shares a story ...

The Battle Against Cynicism

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Can being a business owner turn you into a cynic? Solving problems all day and dealing with some customers that drive you nuts? Join Shannon Jean and ...

What do Small Business Owners Think of ESG?

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You may have heard the acronym ESG. Environmental, Social Governance seems to impact large corporations mostly, but we want to know if small to medium...

Messaging Apps for Your Business

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What messaging App are you using to connect with your employees and business partners? How do you get non-technical people to embrace new solutions fo...

Interview with Mani Bhushan Founder of Taco Ocho

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us today as we meet with Mani Bhushan, Founder of Taco Ocho, a chain of Latin food restaurants in Texas. Mani shares some great tips and sobering...

The Risk Fallacy: Paycheck vs. Business Owner

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is riskier, working for a corporation where your future may be decided by someone else or starting a business where you make the decisions? Join ...

Trust, Community and the Conversational Enterprise

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do you keep your team connected across various locations and time zones? Is it important to build trust and community with hybrid teams that spend...

GSA Business Opportunities and Pitfalls

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been contacted by a GSA consultant offering easy profits and increased revenue for your business? Are there GSA opportunities you need t...

Pricing Strategies and LLC Tax Advantages

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is the best pricing strategy for your products and services? Do LLCs offer any tax advantages? And just how valuable is ChatGPT for your Small Bu...

All About Apple Business Connect

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Apple rolls out its Business Connect service to get your Small Business listed across multiple Mac and iOS apps. Learn how you can increase the visibi...

LLC or Sole Proprietor - What's Right For Your Business?

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the best structure for your business between a Limited Liability Company (LLC) and a Sole Proprietorship? Join your hosts Dave Hamilton and S...

Overcoming Lies That Can Kill Success

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is standing in the way of your success? What lies do you need to overcome when they try to sneak into your Business Brain? Join us as we destroy ...

Can ChatGPT Help You Price Your Product or Service?

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is the best way to determine pricing for your products or services? Can an AI like ChatGPT help you make the best choice? We think ChatGPT can he...

Your Name Dot Com and Traveling Productively

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much would you pay for the website address of your name? What’s it worth to you? It was worth $1000 to Dave Hamilton. How much did Shannon Jean ...

Email Productivity Tips and Tricks

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for another bite-sized episode of Business Brain as we ask: “Can you manage ALL email with just one mail application?” Listen in as Dave H...

The Why and How of Social Capital

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What is Social Capital? Why is it so important, and how do you get it? Listen to this Friday bonus episode of Business Brain to learn how to use and a...

Conferences and Trade Shows

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dave is back from CES, and Shannon reminds us why meeting people in person is critical to building relationships for you and your team. Join us as we ...

The Kindergarten Episode + Win a MacBook Air

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! We’re going way back to start 2023 with some techniques to create a Charmed Life that you should have learned in Kindergarten. Then ...