The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.

The How of Business - How to start, run & grow a small business.

The How of Business - how to start, run and grow a small business - is a weekly show for aspiring Entrepreneurs and existing Small Business Owners. If you are looking for actionable advice, tips and techniques on how to start (including launching or buying your first small business), run and grow your small business, this is the podcast for you! In each episode we either discuss a business topic, or interview an existing small business owner or business service provider. The How of Business is hosted by Henry Lopez who shares the knowledge and experience he has acquired over his corporate and entrepreneurial careers.

Episodes

April 14, 2025 47 mins

The Courage Gap - Overcoming fear and self-doubt to take bold action in your business and life.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/564-margie-warrell-courage-gap/

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How I use AI (Artificial Intelligence) in my small business.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/563-how-i-use-ai/

AI is no longer optional – it's a game-changer for small business owners. In this episode, Henry Lopez shares how he u...

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March 24, 2025 58 mins

What are the essential Skills for Success in small business and life?

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/562-skills-for-success/

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March 17, 2025 42 mins

Cyber Security for small businesses, with IT services and cybersecurity experts Gary Pica.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/561-gary-pica-cyber-security/

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March 11, 2025 18 mins

If you are considering a franchise business, then look for the 4 Franchise Benefits.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/560-4-franchise-benefits/

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Five major challenges that prevent small businesses from scaling. Henry shares practical solutions that small business owners can implement to break through growth barriers and create a scalable, profitable small business.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/559-5-reasons-business-w...

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Building and sustaining a high-performance team is critical for small business success.

High-Performance Teams with Vicky Brown, founder of Idomeneo Enterprises, an HR consultancy that helps business owners develop strong, engaged teams.

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Outsourcing your back-office operations with Dida Clifton, founder and CEO of The Office Squad. She shares how outsourcing key operational tasks can free up time for small business owners to focus on growth.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/558-dida-clifton-outsourcing-back-offic...

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David shares expert insights into buying and selling small businesses, highlighting why acquiring an existing business can be faster, easier, and less risky than starting from scratch.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/556-david-barnett-buy-right-business/

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Former tech executive LLance Kezner shares how he turned his passion for home cooking into Millie’s Sipping Broth, a specialty food brand offering savory, health-conscious beverages in tea bag form.

LLance discusses his journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship, the challenges of scaling a food business, and the milestone of landing hi...

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February 10, 2025 21 mins

When to quit - How to Know When to Pivot or Persevere.

When to quit a project, a marketing campaign, a product line, a business model or perhaps an entire small business.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/554-...

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February 3, 2025 47 mins

Randy’s entrepreneurial journey, insights on scaling a small business, and the importance of making customers the hero by addressing their deeper needs and solving bottlenecks to achieve lasting success.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/553-randy-shaw-scaling-your-business/

January 27, 2025 44 mins

Growing a Veteran-owned Wagyu Beef Business, KC Cattle Company, with founder Patrick Montgomery. Patrick highlights his journey from military service to entrepreneurship and how he leveraged public relations with Megan Bennett to grow his premium brand while overcoming challenges and embracing adaptability.

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January 20, 2025 23 mins

From Self-Employed or Solopreneur through Serial Entrepreneur—what does it look like and what does it take, to go from running a one-person operation to managing a portfolio of successful businesses and creating a lasting legacy.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/551-5-stages-of-e...

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Super Communicators - how to unlock the secret language of connection with journalist and the author Charles Duhigg.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/550-charles-duhigg-super-communicators/

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Small Business Human Resources management with Claudia St. John.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/549-claudia-st-john-human-resources/

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December 30, 2024 13 mins

Highlights from 2024 Top 5 Episodes, based on unique listener downloads.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/548-2024-top-5-episodes/

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Lessons from The Art of Shaving: starting, growing, and selling The Art of Shaving company.

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/547-eric-malka-the-art-of-shaving/...

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December 11, 2024 28 mins

How to create a Strategic Plan for your small business. Use a Strategic Plan to set your goals, objectives and initiatives for your small business.

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How to own a successful Power Washing franchise small business with Aaron Harper. 

Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/546-aaron-harper-power-washing-franchise/


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