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

What makes for a great partnership in small business? Henry and David share their thoughts and opinions on how and why they have chosen to partner on their various small business ventures. Trust and respect are at the core of a successful small business partnerships, and an upfront understanding of the differences between a partner and an investor are also critical. Are you best suited to work in a partnership, or by yourself? Henry and David help you answer this important question as they discuss partnerships in this episode. Be sure to download the free Business Partnership Checklist to help you establish a successful business partnership. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com

Grow your construction or roofing small business with marketing and operations systems for a targeted market, with Adam Sand. Adam is an entrepreneur and roofing business owner. He shares his entrepreneurial journey, from starting a tanning salon to venturing into the roofing business. Then we chat (18:13) about his proven approach to marketing and growing a roofing business - or similar construction or contracting business - and the systems required to execute and scale. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)

How "Spontuneous - The Song Game" was invented and developed into a small business by inventor Rob Ridgeway. From his family ranching business, to insurance sales, through overcoming the many challenges he experienced before achieving success with his business. Rob came up with the idea for the game 10 years ago. At the time he was selling business insurance and decided he was going to get into the business of selling a board game. His game reached #1 on Amazon during the holiday season the last 2 years! The story has not been all fun and games though and is truly inspiring for anyone interested in taking an idea from nothing to a multi-million-dollar business. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)

Attracting great employees with Employment Branding and Culture Marketing (17:45) with Ryan Naylor. Ryan is an entrepreneur and the founder of VIVA HR. They provide a platform to help businesses recruit more efficiently by telling the right hiring story. Ryan is also a popular speaker and has made numerous television appearances sharing his expertise on Human Resources. You may have also seen him on SharkTank – and he shares the story of that experience. Ryan explains (starting at 17:45) why we need to help prospective employees understand our WHY and help them connect with our culture, which is what great employees are looking for. Ryan's message to applicants is , "It's more than what you can do for me, it's what the organization and you can accomplish together.". Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)

Overcoming Fear (21:00) to start and grow your small business, with Ruth Soukup - author of "Do It Scared: Finding the Courage to Face Your Fears, Overcome Obstacles, and Create a Life You Love". She shares her entrepreneur story, including working in her father's business, and then becoming a successful blogger, bestselling author and small business owner. She found that she was always "doing it scared" in her life, but she still learned to take action. We chat (21:00) about her book, "Do It Scared" and she introduces the 7 Fear Archetypes, which allow you to better understand your specific fears and help you begin to overcome them. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)

From corporate job to launching their first small business, Lauren Clowdus shares the story of how she and her husband started a restaurant franchise business. Lauren explains how they selected the franchise, the challenges they have faced - including working with her spouse - and their plans for growth. She also shares the challenges they have experienced with hiring and retaining employees, and how they use a third-party HR company to help them. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)

Launching & growing a business with Mike McDerment, the Co-Founder and CEO of FreshBooks, the world's #1 cloud accounting software for self-employed professionals and small business owners. Mike shares inspirational stories from his early days as a business owner, and how he launched and grew FreshBooks (19:17) while living in his parent's basement! Mike is an insightful and thoughtful entrepreneur who shares honest opinions and experiences which we can all learn from. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)

Real Estate Business with Greg Dickerson, a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor and developer. From residential handyman services, to larger development projects and joint ventures, Greg shares his experiences from a 20+ year career in real estate. He also shares his early life experiences after serving in the Navy. Greg currently offers coaching and consulting services for other real estate investors and developers. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)

Dre's entrepreneurial journey and how to achieve success in small business and life by Working On Your Game. Dre Baldwin, author of "Work On Your Game: Using The Pro Athlete Mindset To Dominate In Sports, Business and Life" is our guest. Dre is a former professional basketball player, a successful small business owner, speaker, podcaster and the author of 22 books! He shares his journey, from professional athlete to business owner, and then we chat (31:36) about his Work On Your Game mindset and formula for life and business. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com

Buying & Selling an Online Business (21:48) with Mark Daoust, the founder and owner of Quiet Light Brokerage. She shares stories from his entrepreneurial journey, and his philosophies on how to run and grow a small business. Then we get into the topic of Buying and Selling an Online Business (starting at 21:48), including what makes for a successful online business and how to make sure it can be sold. Mark introduces the four key drivers of value for an online business, and why buying an existing business may be better than trying to build your own. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com