Build A Better Business

Build A Better Business

Hosted by: Marty Pearson

Ever feel like running a business should be easier? Like you're constantly juggling people problems, customer demands, and a to-do list that never ends—and wondering, “Why isn’t this working better?” Welcome to...

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Are You Rewarding Distraction in Your Business?

You have that employee everyone loves. They’re friendly.    They’re engaging.     They know everything about everyone. And they might be quietly costing you hours of productivity every week. In this episode, we’re...
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Not a Team Player… or Just Not Social?

They don’t go to the company picnic. They skip happy hour. They keep to themselves. So, you label them: not a team player. But what if that label is wrong? In this episode, we challenge the way leaders define “team...
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The Most Frustrating Employee on Your Team Might Be Right

Do you have an employee who challenges how things are done? They’re not rude. They’re not underperforming. In fact—they might be one of your best people. But they don’t follow the script. They question processes....
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The Hidden Leadership Habits That Shape Your Company Culture

Why Founders Create the Culture Problems They Complain About Founders often say: “No one takes ownership.” “Everything falls back on me.” “People are too sensitive.” “Why can’t we just hire good people?” But what if...
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Sink or Swim Is Not an Onboarding Strategy

Sink or Swim Is Not an Onboarding Strategy This week, I added a new team member. She has four legs, the sweetest face, and she’s scared of her own shadow. Because of her fear, she’s been in the shelter for a while....
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Is Your Business About More than Profits?

If your business disappeared tomorrow… would anyone notice — other than your accountant? In this episode, we explore what it truly means to run a business that stands for more than revenue. Profit matters. It keeps...
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Why Are You Having the Same Performance Conversation Over and Over?

If you’re having the same performance conversation with an employee every few months… and nothing is changing… this episode is for you. Here’s the uncomfortable truth: If you keep repeating yourself, the conversation...
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Meetings: Productive Conversation or Weekly Complaint Session?

Meetings: Productive Conversation or Weekly Complaint Session? Love them or hate them — meetings are part of running a business. But here’s the real question: Are your meetings moving work forward… or just moving time...
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It's Only A Few Minutes...What's the Big Deal!

What difference does a few minutes make?” It’s a question many employees ask — and one that quietly frustrates leaders more than they often admit. In this episode, we unpack why lateness isn’t really about the clock....
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One Bad Apple: The Cost of Keeping the Wrong Person

One Bad Apple: The Cost of Keeping the Wrong Person We’ve all seen it. The top performer who treats coworkers poorly. The employee who causes constant tension but never faces consequences. The person who’s “too...
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Agency at Work: Speaking Up, Listening, and Acting Like an Adult

Agency is one of the most overlooked—and misunderstood—skills in the workplace. In this episode, we explore what agency at work really means and why so many people were never taught how adult communication is supposed...
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Creating Productive Multi-Generational Workplaces

Today’s workplaces often include four—or even five—generations working side by side. While that diversity can be a powerful strength, it can also become a source of frustration when differences are misunderstood or...
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