The Blake Binns

35% of business owners say that finding and hiring great employees is their #1 problem. But is the problem less about the quality of candidates and more about how we treat our employees? This episode builds on our presentation at SHARP where we shared on how to engage employees through a healthy workplace culture, and how your B and C-level players can easily become part of your A-Team with the right management style.

What caused major brands like Walgreens and Nintendo to make it while other massive companies like Blockbuster and Kodak were eventually bankrupted? The answer is found in the willingness of a business to break its own business model. When you master how to pivot despite the temptation to do what's always worked or to do what's safe, your business will not only survive, but thrive as well.

Carey Lingenfelter returns to share his wisdom on a number of topics as an expert in leadership, management, and growth. His perspective during this conversation is a must-listen for all business owners and entrepreneurs alike. Here's the relevant timestamps: 5:30 The Challenge of Becoming Self-Aware 10:00 Hitting the Pause Button For Your Life 15:45 Mastering Your "Why" 26:30 Why the Best Leaders Make Mistakes Often 43:30 Playing the Long Game by Delaying Today's Gratification for...

Blake talks about how businesses have become too slow with using "annual reviews". Instead of helping employees grow, many managers wait for the annual mark to reveal past debts. If your business is ever going to grow and scale, you need to be able to not just pivot the business quickly, but help employees change their behaviors at a fast pace. It's also how you'll find out which employees are hungry and which ones are not. Enjoy the content? Learn more about Blake's Insider Access...

We sit down with Carey Lingenfelter, Chief Engagement Officer and managing partner of HomeInstead Senior Care here in NWA. Carey is a highly visible and involved professional in the NWA area, which has led him to being tremendously sought after for his value system that combines high performance, personal accountability, and authenticity. As a serial entrepreneur and experienced leader, he continues to make a significant impact in both the for profit and non profit world.

With rumors swirling that Itunes is on its death knell as Apple decides to move on, Blake explains how even the largest companies make mistakes, and how we shouldn't be discouraged by our own mistakes along the way. By passing the "Mom test", developing a high margin business, and keeping customers first, Blake explains how every entrepreneur can guarantee a level of success in their own journeys. Get on our Weekly Newsletter or subscribe at GoodAdviceCoaching.com.

Blake talks about a story in the news this week about an Instagram Influencer with over 2.6 million followers and her new clothing line. Should this guarantee traction for her business? You'd be surprised. We break down the problem with using Social Media for sales and how a multitude of business owners are missing the mark. Episodes referenced: #15 - Creating 1000 Raving Screaming Fans

Blake talks through the core of your business and how every successful entrepreneur is laser focused on their offer. If you want to start a business that works, you'll need absolute clarity on what's the "what" before you spend any energy on the "how". Getting this backwards is why 42% of businesses fail -- they offer something no one wants. Worse, if you chase the "how" before figuring out the "what", you'll break the bank trying to force it to work. This episode references Episode #1 -...

Quick podcast update from GERMANY – learning a little about the work culture here and especially about the founder of BOSCH, Herbert Bosch. We talk briefly about the question of pay stemmed from Bosch’s quote: “I’m rich not because I pay my workers so little. I’m rich because I pay my workers so much.”

Joshua Ayres is an expert in the entrepreneur and startup space, building off his lengthy career in the supply chain industry up into his transition as CEO of his own startup, Cart Delivered. He is currently the CEO of Symbient Product Solutions and continues to be a credible voice in the startup space on various topics including innovation, the importance of agility, effective culture, and product strategy. This episode was recorded in Puritan Coffee House, a local NWA hotspot. Connect...

Blake explains the need to evaluate, and re-evaluate, your business model, even if you’ve experienced success in the past. How your business operates – which compares how you make money vs. the money you spent to make it – will determine the space you have to create, innovate, and indulge in new opportunities your business may need to stay competitive.

Dmitri Love, CEO of Bundil, talks through some of his life’s biggest moments, from a crushing athletic injury that got him into coding to the launch of his tech company – Bundil – and its impact on the cryptocurrency space. Bundil’s userbase catapulted after Dmitri was invited onto Shark Tank, where he was eventually offered a $100,000 deal from Kevin O’Leary. Currently, Dmitri resides in Dallas is a meaningful voice in the startup, tech, and entrepreneurial world. Connect with Dmitri on...

In this episode, Blake explains the power of Identity and how to overcome the circumstances you face.

In this episode, Stephanie tackles her approach to leadership in business and the non-profit world. Starting nearly a decade ago as the only local RMHC employee, she has built a $1M+ organization with a staff of nearly 30. She is a trusted member of the NWA community and is in expert in management, culture, and impact. Connect with Stephanie: stephanie@rmhcarkhoma.org Relevant Timestamps: 10:45 - Starting a Non-Profit or Business 16:45 - The Fear Cure 24:18 - Why Non-Profits Struggle with...

In this episode, Stephanie tackles her approach to leadership in business and the non-profit world. Starting nearly a decade ago as the only local RMHC employee, she has built a $1M+ organization with a staff of nearly 30. She is a trusted member of the NWA community and is in expert in management, culture, and impact.

In this episode, Blake talks through one of the biggest problems he sees in business owners – lack of urgency.

In this episode, Blake walks through what innovation really means, and how you can practically be forward-thinking to position your company as a long-term brand.

In this episode, Blake explains the need to prepare ourselves for the future success we want. Furthermore, your ability to succeed today is directly related to recognizing what you’ve learned from past experiences.

In this episode, Blake asks, “Is Social Media a blessing or a curse?”. More importantly, he walks through how every business owner can get more out of their social media use instead of wasting their time on content.

In this episode, Blake talks through what it looks like to find your right price point for your product, and how essential it is to know your value. He explores the concept of, “You’re the average of your 5 closest friend” and why it’s so crucial to surround yourself with people who push you.