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Passing Down Values in the Family Business, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio Family Business Radio host Anthony Chen references a poignant scene from the movie Inception to underscore the significance of sustaining and passing down family values in the business. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten […]

Thinking Beyond the Leisure of Retirement, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio Family Business Radio host Anthony Chen urges us to think beyond the leisure of retirement and make a broad, well-conceived plan. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Transcript As we’re winding […]

Family or Finance?, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio When you have a choice between family or finance, there’s not really a choice, says host Anthony Chen. Family always comes first. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Transcript As we’re closing out with […]

Finding Financial Happiness as a Couple, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In this commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen underscores that beyond monetary concerns, understanding what constitutes happiness for couples is crucial. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial […]

One Essential Question for Your Advisor, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In this commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen shares one essential question you need to ask of any advisor you’re considering working with. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony […]

Financial Infidelity: The Hidden Threat to Marriages (One Minute Interview, Episode 133) During her recent appearance on North Fulton Business Radio with host John Ray, Kathy Healy of Healy Wealth Management addressed a growing concern in marriages: financial infidelity. Healy noted that money consistently ranks as the primary source of conflict between married couples. She […]

The Value of Self-Effacing Humor, with Comedian Jeff Justice (One Minute Interview, Episode 132) During a recent interview on North Fulton Business Radio with host John Ray, comedian and humor expert Jeff Justice shared a profound insight about effective communication that many business professionals overlook. Self-effacing humor—the art of laughing at your own mistakes and missteps—creates […]

The Best Advice I Ever Received, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In this commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen shares the best advice he ever received. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Transcript The most thankful advice […]

Unlock Hidden Profits, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In a commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach, discusses several ways to unlock hidden profits in your business. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton affiliate of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. Transcript I want to take […]

Being Charitable and Profitable at the Same Time, with Jason Etheridge, Logic Speak (One Minute Interview, Episode 129) Jason Etheridge:  I do think it’s possible to be both charitable and profitable. But you have to decide that first. You can’t be profitable first and then decide to be charitable. Because we all know the more we […]

The Fundamental Breakdown Between Sales and Marketing, with Sean Shannon, Strategic Growth Design (One Minute Interview, Episode 128) Sean Shannon: The fundamental breakdown between sales and marketing, as I have seen it in my time, is an understanding of the ideal customer profile. In other words, marketing oftentimes is providing leads to the sales team that […]

What’s the Difference Between a Profitability Coach and a Part-Time CFO?, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In a commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach, outlines the difference between a profitability coach and a part-time CFO, and the circumstances that necessitate hiring one or the other. Bill’s commentary was […]

Meaning Behind the Dollars, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In this commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discusses the meaning behind the dollars. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Transcript Anthony Chen: So to close out for a […]

Financial Planner vs. Business Exit Planner: What’s the Difference?, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In a commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach, offers an insightful comparison between a financial planner and a business exit planner, emphasizing the significance of both for entrepreneurs. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. […]

What is Exit Planning?, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach, explains why exit planning is much more than simply selling a business. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in […]

What is Profitability?, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott, The Profitability Coach, defines profitability and discusses the dynamics behind it. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. Transcript I want to […]

What Do After Loss Professionals Do?, with Rachel Donnelly, AfterLight Rachel Donnelly: One of the things that people have to do when they become an executor is put together the process of how they’re going to attack it. And we come in and help them to really get organized, do an audit and inventory of […]

The Current State of the M&A Market, with Don Bravaldo, Bravaldo Capital Advisors Don Bravaldo: When it costs more to buy a business, the M&A activity will slow, especially for larger transactions, which involve a lot more debt and banks being more cautious or less willing to lend into those markets. Thankfully, our marketplace of a […]

Smart Risk Taking, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discusses smart risk taking for major financial decisions. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Transcript Anthony Chen: Now, for closing out the show, […]

Two Lessons I’ve Learned After 15 Years as The Profitability Coach, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill talks about two lessons he’s learned in his business after 15 years as The Profitability Coach. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced by John […]

The Quickest Way An Employer Can Build Trust, with Wendy Patel, HR Solutions Atlanta Wendy Patel: One of the quickest ways that a business owner can show trust is to admit their mistake, admit that they don’t have all the answers. They, simply can say, Hey guys, I messed up yesterday when we did this […]

Strategic Planning for a Successful Business Exit, with Andrew Henry, Childs Company Andrew Henry: You obviously have the time between now and exit and then the time post-exit. Asset diversification is one of the things we talk about. Tax strategies. Again, not a practicing CPA, but I still hold on to it. So no, it’s […]

Don’t Run Your Business Without These Two Things, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill talks about two things you shouldn’t neglect as you run your business. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in […]

Challenges in Exiting a Business, with Peter Faser, The Profitability Coach Peter Faser: I think, the first challenge you always run into is valuation expectations. Having a good understanding of what recent trades are in a specific industry is vital to understanding what your company is worth. I think a tendency of business owners, because […]

The X Factor in Leadership, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill shares the story of a CEO he considers to have the X factor in leadership. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced by John Ray and the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in […]

What is a Life Fully Lived?, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discusses a question you should ask yourself as you ponder your financial future: What is a life fully lived? Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is […]

The Four Best Ways to Develop Leaders in Your Organization, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill discusses the four best ways to develop leaders in your organization. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. […]

Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discusses why it’s vital to not be afraid to ask for help as you plan your financial journey. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is […]

Finding Advocates in Your Financial Journey, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discusses the importance of not being afraid to take risks and finding advocates in the financial journey. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony […]

Tax Planning vs. “Tax Telling,” with Seth Peabody, iTxRe Seth Peabody: Let’s step into the business owner’s mind and go through their experience and what I’ve garnered from them, also being an entrepreneur. Most CPAs do tax telling. They take your numbers, and they tell you what you owe, and you write the checks, and then […]

Knowing Where You’re Going in Retirement, with Toby Anderson, SGL Wealth Management Toby Anderson: The old saying, if you don’t know where you’re going to get there, and everyone’s got goals. Those goals, as with anything–you need to write them down. And you need to know how you’re going to get there. Everybody has a goal […]

Effective Questions Build Trust, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discussed how effective questions build trust, both those you ask and those asked of you by your advisors. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony […]

How to Manage the Buyer-Seller Dance, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill offers thoughts on how to manage the buyer-seller dance. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. Transcript Bill McDermott: I want to talk […]

Taking a Small First Step toward Bigger Goals, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discussed the value of taking a small first step when you have bigger goals in mind. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is […]

Mastering Sales: It’s Not About You, It’s About Them, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott discusses the essential mindsets and skills necessary for mastering sales. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. Transcript […]

Living with Purpose and Passion, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen discussed planning for the future and living with purpose and passion. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Anthony Chen, Host […]

The Basics of Financial Wellbeing, with Andrew Sullivan, Sullivan and Schlieman Wealth Management Andrew Sullivan: A lot of discussions we have with clients in our regular reviews. One I’ve already mentioned earlier is making sure that your beneficiaries on life insurance, retirement accounts, pensions are up-to-date, so that you’ve got that primary and secondary beneficiary. […]

Workforce Challenges in the Manufacturing Sector, with Jim Pursley, Factory Automation Systems Jim Pursley: It’s still strong. We had some concerns about rising cost of money and economy slowing down. But we’ve not seen it in a whole slug taking a downward turn just yet, always subject to change. And I think a lot of […]

Redefining Workplace Communication, with Ken Madren, PermaTherm, Inc. Ken Madren: One of the things that we’re doing at PermaTherm that is helping mitigate some past misunderstandings and miscommunications on the common words is we delete them. We don’t use the word “work” because work has so many definitions. Can you believe that? Can you believe […]

Three Tips for Perfecting Your 2024 Projections, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott offers three quick tips on perfecting your 2024 projections for your business. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North Fulton Studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. Transcript […]

What Makes a Financial Plan Successful?, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen spoke about what makes a financial plan successful. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony Chen with Lighthouse Financial Network. Anthony Chen, Host of Family […]

The Power of Laser Metal Fabrication, with Dee Barnes, Evans Tool & Die and Evans Metal Stamping & Laser Cutting [00:00:00] Dee Barnes:  So this past year we added the laser metal fabrication division, which allows us to do low volume. We can do one of something or 500 or 5000 of something without having […]

What a Financial Planner Can Do For You, with Chris Caldwell, Highland Trust Partners [00:00:00] Chris Caldwell: To build a team for a client to make sure that if they have a CPA and a corporate attorney and a state attorney and insurance agent, maybe an investment advisor somewhere else, but the, all the bankers, […]

Top Three Reasons People Leave Their Job, with Aaron Wynn, Hunter Recruitment Advisors [00:00:00] Aaron Wynn: In the top three, people often think the number one reason is gotta be pay. [00:00:04] Pay is in the top three, but it’s not number one. But it’s one that, should always be considered. And what I try […]

What’s Standing in the Way of Your Business Exit?, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott laid out several factors that can influence how and when a business owner exits. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by […]

The Value of Partners for the Planning Process, with Anthony Chen, Host of Family Business Radio In a commentary from a recent Family Business Radio episode, host Anthony Chen spoke about the value of having a team of partners for the business planning process. Anthony’s commentary was taken from this episode of Family Business Radio. Family Business Radio is underwritten by Anthony […]

Being Prepared for a Sales Conversation, with Dan Mahony, Transcendent Sales Solutions [00:00:00] Dan Mahoney: I think when we’re having a discussion with somebody, I, as I mentioned before, many times we’re trying to think about what we’re going to say next versus actually listening to them. [00:00:09] I think it’s real important, from a […]

The Value of Collaboration, with Samantha McElhaney, Pinnacle Financial Partners [00:00:00] Samantha McElhaney: I really like working with small business owners, but I have an opportunity right now to work with companies. And I’ve been introduced to companies in that need, 40, 50, 60 billion in financing, and they’re not getting factual information from other […]

Keeping the Focus on Your Clients, with Keith Costley, Keck & Wood [00:00:00] Keith Costley: Being curious about what your client need is asking good questions is just, it’s just absolutely critical. But in order to build relationships I find that instead of coming into a interaction with a client and wanting to talk about […]

When Selling Your Business, Think Like a Buyer, with Bill McDermott, Host of ProfitSense In this commentary from a recent episode of ProfitSense, Bill McDermott discussed how to think like a buyer when preparing to sell your business. Bill’s commentary was taken from this episode of ProfitSense. ProfitSense with Bill McDermott is produced and broadcast by the North […]