Versa Business Tips Podcast

Versa Business Tips Podcast

Welcome to The Versa Business Tips Podcast, where we interview successful business owners and entrepreneurs to help you grow your own business. In each episode, we'll bring you insights and strategies from experts who have built successful businesses from scratch. Whether you're just starting out or you're looking to take your business to the next level, our guests will share their stories, tips, and tricks to help you get more customers, hire better employees, increase profits, and more. We understand that building a successful business can be tough, so we're committed to providing you with free content that you can use to start or grow your business. Every episode, we'll have exciting giveaways for our listeners, ranging from books to courses, vacations and more. Join us on The Versa Business Tips Podcast and take the first step towards building your own successful business today!

Episodes

December 18, 2025 34 mins

In this episode of the Versa Business Tips Podcast, host Shaheen Mazloom, Founder & CEO of Versa Business Systems, sits down with Kira Shishkin, Founder & CEO of Informed.Now, to unpack why modern news feels biased, manipulative, and overwhelming—and what’s actually happening behind the scenes.

Kira explains how advertising, sponsors, and platform incentives distort the information we consume, why clickbait has rep...

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Are you tracking tons of numbers but still not sure what actually grows your business?

In this episode of the Versa Business Tips Podcast, host Shaheen Mazloom sits down with Christian Davenport, founder of DPORT Corporation (Home of the Data Doctor), to break down how businesses should actually use data—without drowning in dashboards.

Christian shares how one hospitality client went from tracking 40+ metrics down...

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Are you struggling to make your marketing work the way it used to? In Episode 87 of the Versa Business Tips Podcast, host Shaheen Mazloom sits down with Andrew Seidman, founder and CEO of Digital Reach, to break down how AI, search, and customer behavior are rapidly changing the B2B landscape — and what companies must do to stay relevant.


Andrew reveals how to compete in a world where LLMs push “zero-click answers”, Google resu...

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Are you working harder than ever but not seeing real growth? You might be stuck in the Founder’s Trap.


In Episode 86 of the Versa Business Tips Podcast, host Shaheen Mazloom sits down with Charles Gaudet, founder and CEO of Predictable Profits, to reveal how business owners can break free from burnout and create predictable, scalable growth.


With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience and recognition from Forbes, Yahoo...

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In this powerful conversation on Versa Business Tips Podcast, Shaheen Mazloom interviews Jim Beach — founder of School for Startups, bestselling author, radio host, and serial entrepreneur.


Jim’s philosophy challenges conventional startup myths: entrepreneurship is not about fearless risk, boundless passion, or unbridled creativity. Instead, he teaches how to build businesses with smart, calculated moves.


You’ll learn about...

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In this episode, we sit down with David Flores Wilson, Founder of Sincerus Advisory, to talk about how entrepreneurs and business owners can strategically manage wealth, plan for exits, and create lasting business growth. David shares valuable insights on:


✅ Why exit planning is more than just a “last-minute” decision

✅ Key tax opportunities entrepreneurs should know about (including QSBS updates)

✅ How to build systems that make...

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In this episode, we sit down with George Otte, CEO of Responsive Answering, together with Jessica Volker, to talk about how their services help businesses capture more leads, boost productivity, and project a professional image. They also dive into their journey in entrepreneurship and building a business that delivers customer-focused solutions.


George and Jessica share valuable insights on:


✅ How answering services help b...

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In this episode of the Versa Business Tips Podcast, Shaheen Mazloom sits down with Mike Barton, VP of Content & Corporate Communications at AudioEye, to uncover why 1 in 4 people live with a disability and how digital accessibility isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a smart business move.

👉 Learn how accessibility improves customer loyalty, SEO, AI visibility, and conversions—while protecting your business from com...

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In this episode of the Versa Business Tips podcast, Shaheen Mazloom sits down with John, Founder & CEO of Nokomis Advisory Services, to talk about one of the most important (yet often overlooked) phases of entrepreneurship—planning your business exit.

John shares strategies business owners need to think about years in advance if they want to sell for top dollar, avoid owner-dependency pitfalls, and position their compa...

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Welcome back to the Versa Business Tips Podcast! I’m your host, Shaheen Mazloom, Founder & CEO of Versa Business Systems.

In this episode, I sit down with Andy Seeley — the man, the myth, the legend behind local lead generation and the CEO of Creatively Disruptive. With over a decade of experience running one of the most resilient digital marketing agencies, Andy shares how his team helps businesses not only generate q...

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If you’ve ever felt like your business is the best-kept secret in town, this episode of the Versa Business Tips Podcast is your wake-up call. I had the pleasure of hosting Sean Garner—marketing expert, straight shooter, and the guy who knows how to turn struggling local businesses into SEO powerhouses.

I wanted to share this conversation because Sean isn’t just dishing out generic marketing advice—he’s cutting through the ...

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In this episode of the Versa Business Tips Podcast, Shaheen Mazloom interviews Boomer, founder and CEO of Troscriptions, about optimizing health for entrepreneurs through real-time body diagnostics like metabolomics, advanced supplementation, and functional testing. They dive into how to eliminate brain fog, improve sleep, reduce stress, and maximize performance without wasting money on generic supplements or trendy genetics tests....

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In this power-packed episode of the Versa Business Tips Podcast, Shaheen Mazloom sits down with Joe Rare — a leading expert in scaling businesses using Virtual Assistants (VAs). Discover how hiring skilled VAs can save you hundreds of hours, streamline operations, and dramatically accelerate project completion.

Joe shares the proven strategies he’s used to grow multiple businesses by building highly effective VA teams. Whe...

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🚀 Welcome to another episode of the Versa Business Tips Podcast hosted by Shaheen Mazloom, Founder and CEO of Versa Business Systems. In this high-impact episode, we’re joined by Loreta, a brilliant communications and marketing alignment architect with a background that spans continents—from being a news anchor in Lithuania to producing executive-level video content in Silicon Valley.

🎙️ In This Episode: Discover how Lor...

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On this episode of the Versa Business Systems YouTube channel, Christine Blosdale delivers a powerful message on what YOU can provide for a business—and how becoming an asset is the ultimate strategy for success. Whether you're an employee, consultant, service provider, or partner, Christine shares why it's no longer enough to just “be there”—you have to bring value, innovation, and results.

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If you’re overwhelmed, stuck in the hustle, or wondering why your business isn’t scaling the way it should — this episode is your wake-up call.

In today’s powerful conversation, we’re joined by Leslie Hassler, business growth strategist, speaker, and founder of Your Biz Rules®. Leslie is known for helping women-owned and service-based businesses break through growth plateaus, restore profitability, and scale without sacrif...

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Episode 71: Planning For Success | With Curtis May dives into timeless wealth principles and breaks down the difference between just having financial products and using them effectively. Curtis believes that your greatest asset isn’t your money—it’s your knowledge. That mindset is what drives every piece of advice he gives in this episode. From avoiding common money pitfalls to using simple systems that lead to long-term growth, Cu...

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This is How James Brown’s Business Accelerator Institute Changes Lives — and it could change yours, too. In Episode 70, filmed on the Versa Business Tips YouTube channel, we sit down with James Brown, the powerhouse entrepreneur behind the Business Accelerator Institute, to explore how he's helping founders scale faster, smarter, and more sustainably. Whether you're hitting a revenue ceiling or stuck in strategy overwhelm...

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In this episode of Versa Business Tips, host Shaheen Mazloom sits down with Courtney De Ronde, CPA and Managing Partner at FORGE, to explore how her firm helps busy business owners scale sustainably through smart strategy, financial clarity, and hands-on consulting.

FORGE is more than just an accounting firm—they're a strategic partner for growth-minded entrepreneurs. From outsourced CFO services to business consultin...

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