Mastering Business Operations – The Entrepreneur Fellowship Podcast

Entrepreneur fellowship podcast

Seeking Experienced Guidance: Avoid Costly Mistakes in Business Operations Welcome to The Entrepreneur Fellowship Podcast! In today’s episode, “Mastering Business Operations,” our dynamic hosts Isaac Schaefer and Andrew West are joined by seasoned guest Joshua Monge to delve into the intricacies of streamlining and optimizing business functions. We’ll explore the pivotal role of expert guidance,…

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Maximizing Email Hard Bounces

Bounced email into two new opportunties

From an operations perspective, email marketing is a very formulaic and a great system for communicating with people in mass. That said, there are some operational components that can improve this effort. One such facet is hard bounces. They can seem like setbacks. However, they present unique opportunities to reconnect and expand your network. Here’s…

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Business Owners Compensation & Value Building

CEO Late Hours

This article is starting a conversation on small business owners’ compensation and how they should frame their mindset for compensation. For the article, I’m equating the CEO of a small business as the same as the business owner and will use the words interchangeably. I also define small business owners as those ranging from solopreneurs…

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Business Made Simple: Week 1

Business Made Simple Week 1

This week, our Business Accountability Group had its first meeting. It was fast, super quick, and rewarding. In 30 minutes, we accounted for the first week of daily tasks in the book, which were mostly reflections and mindset thoughts. Two points really resonated with me: Why I started this group A few reasons. As a…

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Business Exit Strategy | Think Adapt Build

Business exit plan and transfer

Transformations Witnessed and Fostered In a previous role as an Economic Development professional, I witnessed businesses close within the community. I recognized the void each closure created—not just for the owners but for the community. This realization was bolstered by encounters with a business broker who demonstrated the potential to save businesses by proactively finding…

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Jumping Elephants

Business man pointing the direction for the elephant he is riding to jump in the air

(A Parable of Unwieldy Operations) Once upon a time, in the vast plains of the business world, there lived a wise and seasoned entrepreneur named Arion. Arion was known far and wide for his innovative thinking and his ability to turn the most cumbersome of operations into agile, thriving ventures. Yet, even Arion faced his…

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New Year. New Goals. Here’s a Guide:

Goal Setting for 2024

As the calendar turns, it’s not just about celebrating a new year; it’s about seizing opportunities and setting a course for success. For ambitious businesses, the dawn of a new year is the ideal moment to chart a path forward with clarity and precision. Whether you’re a startup ready to scale or an established business…

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5 Ops Improvements to Save Time

5 Quick Operations Improvements

In today’s fast-paced business world, efficiency is key. As an Operations Consultant, I’ve seen firsthand how small changes can lead to significant time savings. Here are five quick improvements you can implement in your operations to get more time back: Implementing these five improvements can streamline your operations, reduce time wastage, and improve productivity. Remember,…

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Consulting’s Key Role in Success

Business Growth Image showing consultant moving business to rapid growth

Navigating Business Growth: The Pivot From Foundational Growth to Elevated Expansion: A Visual Exploration The graph accompanying this post illustrates a critical journey in business development, emphasizing the transformative impact of strategic consulting on growth trajectories. Line A: The Initial Growth Trajectory Line A represents the initial phase of business growth. It’s the common starting…

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Progress & Operations: C.S. Lewis

Image of a person at a raod crossing with an option to go back analogy of operational progress

In a fast-paced world dominated by innovation and rapid growth, “progress” is often touted as the ultimate objective. Every organization seeks to advance, grow, and lead the pack. However, C.S. Lewis, a renowned author and philosopher, offers a reflective perspective on true progress. His words, “We all want progress, but if you’re on the wrong…

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