Bad Business with Bryan Laurel

Well, look at us. We're one hundred episodes old! This episode we talk podcasting... specifically how easy it is to get started with a limited budget and how a podcast can help small businesses and startups. We talk to Craig Plenn and Marco Velasquez, hosts of new podcast Short and Heavy about steps to starting a podcast, their process and lessons learned while producing a weekly show. Bad Business host Bryan Laurel can be reached at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

You have business ideas, right? You've been thinking about it for years. YEARS! Have you done anything about it? Probably not. If you haven't made that move because you have a regular 9-5 job, this episode is for you. We talk about how you can get that business off the ground while remaining focused on your day job. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Meetings. We all hate them. Most likely you have too many of them as part of your work week. They're inefficient, stress-inducing and meanwhile work that you NEED to get done isn't getting done. This episode we talk about making a few tweaks to make meetings more efficient and effective. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

This episode we talk to David DeLorenzo, who is pretty much the picture definition of hustle. David is the owner of Bar & Restaurant Insurance based in Scottsdale, AZ. Even if you're not a bar or a restaurant, listen to pick up some good tips on how to approach business and networking in an impactful way.  Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

We discuss so many DOs and DON'Ts of being an entrepreneur but this episode we talk about regrets most have at one point or another. Hopefully hearing these now can help you avoid having similar regrets later. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Music can make you more productive. It can inspire you to work effectively and efficiently. Listening to the wrong type of music can hurt your work groove. We talk about creating the perfect playlist to maximize your workflow. Bryan Laurel can be reached at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Do you excel when it comes to communication? Really? Are you sure? Communication isn't just about speaking, it impacts email, social media, Skype/Facetime as well as texting.  We talk about how you can be efficient and improve the way you communicate. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Have you ever had a client or vendor who just couldn't seem to pay you on time for your hard work? When you're a small business or startup, a delay in getting paid can severely impact the workflow, success and reputation of your company. We talk about ways to deal with the uncomfortable situation that arises when you have to call a client who has not paid you on time. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

We talk about solid reasons to finally make that commitment and start your business in 2016. It's time. Host Bryan Laurel can be reached at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

It's easy to coast for the last couple of weeks of the year - especially with the holidays, family, errands to run and just plain being tired. The end of the year is a great time to get ahead as well. Spending a little time on looking ahead towards the new year can get you in a great place to start 2016 in a great place from an organizational and emotional standpoint. Host Bryan Laurel can be reached at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

You've been toying with the idea of starting your own small business. You think you're finally ready to commit - but are you ready? This episode we discuss 10 bad habits you should eliminate to ensure you're ready to rock your new endeavor. Host Bryan Laurel can be reached at BryanLaurel@SyndicatePR.com

It's that time of year. Time for the big decision - Which clients get gifts and which get cards. Perhaps you're not sure you want to send them anything... and if you do, maybe you don't know what to send.   We address this annual December dilemma so you can get on with it. Host Bryan Laurel can be reached at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

It's the holiday season! Are you working through it all? We take time in this episode to talk about separating from business to enjoy the holidays with friends and family. Turning off the part of your brain that's used to running your small business is not an easy thing... but it's easier with the steps we discuss. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Bad Business celebrates three things in this episode. 1. Its one year anniversary! Booya! 2. Bryan announces he and his wife are expecting their first baby! Hooray! 3. We have a FANTASTIC guest. Oh yeah! In this episode we talk to Chris Pegula, founder of Diaper Dude and author of From Dude to Dad.  We talk to Chris about creating a business out of fatherhood and the challenges of taking a product from concept to big box retailers and the lessons learned along the way. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Does Social Media overwhelm or mystify you? Perhaps you just don't have a lot of time to devote to managing your company's social media platforms.  We talk about several ways to rapidly (and easily) grow your social media presence. Contact host Bryan Laurel at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Are you getting ready to launch that business, create that product? Are you setting yourself up for failure with delusional beliefs about your idea? Let's talk about that. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Exactly how long have you been thinking about starting that small business of yours?  What's the holdup? Is it time to make the leap?  We talk about tips to help you get that business launched faster. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

Clients are awesome! They're great to work with and let's face it, they keep the bills paid. Every once in a while everyone comes across a train wreck client and we're faced with a decision... keep 'em or boot 'em.  In this episode we talk about knowing when it's time to drop that problem client.   Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com

This episode we talk to Jarrid Kopras once again, owner of Kopras Homes.  We talk about the challenges and lessons learned when building dream homes from the ground, up. Host Bryan Laurel can be contacted at bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com.  

Often we hear great small business success stories. We also hear of small business cautionary tales. What we rarely hear are the details, the process of getting a product to market.  It's not as simple as "make a cool product". We talk to entrepreneur and business owner, Jarrid Kopras, about his journey to get a product on shelves at big box retailers - and the tough lessons learned along the way.  This is a must-listen for anyone considering bringing a product to market. Jarrid Kopras is the owner of www.KoprasHomes.com in Scottsdale, Arizona. Want to be a guest on a future episode? Email us! bryanlaurel@syndicatepr.com