Build a Better Business to Live a Better Life! Strategic Business Coach and National Speaker Jim Roman outfits small business owners and professionals with the tools and guidance they need to make more money, have more time and live their best lives. Jim’s expertise also extends to the associations who support those businesses, helping them increase their value to their members and the strength of their leadership at the chapter, regional and national levels. But don’t take his word for it. ...
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One thing I learned long ago: When I know my numbers, I hit my numbers; when I don’t know my numbers, I don’t hit them. In this episode, I talk about the three most important types of numbers to know: personal, sales and balance sheet. I also share the difference between what I call Need, Want and Desire numbers and why striving for your Desire num…
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Do you hate “selling”? Good news! You don’t have to sell in order to step up your sales success. In this episode, I share 7 steps you can take to step up your sales success—and not one of those steps involves hard selling. Listen today so you can bring in more of the kind of business you love to do, do more with the time you have and, ultimately, l…
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Did you know the average business grows 70% when the owner has a coach? Yet so many owners don’t have one. In this episode, I talk about why you should have a coach (if that statistic isn’t enough for you!), when you should get a coach, how to vet and choose a coach, and how to make the most of your coaching relationship. I also share what to avoid…
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I’ve found myself in a weird place recently: drowning in the good. Business is so good that I’m on track to exceed my goals well before the end of the year; so good that I’m overwhelmed. In this episode, I talk about the 3 things I do in the moment to find some peace and 3 steps I take to increase my capacity so I’m not stretched so thin. Whether y…
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My answer is, “It depends.” In this episode, I talk about what you need to have in place to take proper advantage of digital marketing efforts. I also talk about traditional marketing tools that I find cost less and result in more profitable business in the long run. Spoiler alert: Many of these also prepare you for better digital marketing results…
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Do you feel like your business is slipping backwards? In this episode, I talk about some common things you may be doing—or not doing—that can slip you up and weaken your business. I share questions you can ask yourself to get you back on stable ground, and discuss why knowing what you ultimately want from your business and life is key to getting of…
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Members are the lifeblood of an association; if they’re not involved and engaged, your association can’t accomplish its mission. In this episode, I talk about the types of members who don’t engage and the #1 reason they don’t. I also share how to draw your members into the family of your association, and I reveal the most important question you can…
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You’re not alone! Even I’m feeling it right now, which is why I dedicate this podcast to what to do when you’re overwhelmed, overworked and overstressed. I begin the episode with my go-to solution for times like this. I also talk about what to do next and the importance of keeping track of your 5 finesses. Don’t miss my wrap-up, where I share the b…
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I’m getting a lot of questions about hiring: Should I hire? When, who and how should I hire? In this episode, I answer these questions and share my plan for how to hire the right person for the right position in the right way. Spoiler alert: The answer to the question Should I hire? Is YES!—if you want your business to grow. Listen now to learn how…
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What is the 1 Thing you want to do for yourself? Whatever it is—lose weight, pay down debt, exercise more—and however long you’ve been putting it off, you CAN make it happen. In this episode, I talk about the 3 specific steps I take to making those big, important (and sometimes scary!) things happen for me. I also share the mindset shift that can b…
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Watching Groundhog Day recently, I realized what a spiritual movie it is. Think about it: It’s all about a mind shift, about going from being stuck in the negative to deciding to make a positive impact. In this episode, I talk about how we need to stop waiting and instead take big steps to making our big dreams come true today. Listen now to learn …
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In this series, I challenge you to spend the next 90 days putting your back into reaching your goals. Part 3 of the 90-Day Challenge focuses on the culture of your business. I talk about building culture by understanding what your employees need, and about the 6 Cs of culture. Listen now to learn how being a company people want to work for helps yo…
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In this series, I challenge you to spend the next 90 days putting your back into reaching your goals. Part 2 of the 90-Day Challenge focuses on the organizational structure of your business. Listen now to learn how to set your team up for success so they can help you finish the year strong.
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In this episode, I challenge you to spend the next 90 days putting your back into reaching your goals. I talk about how to tap into two key drivers that can make the difference between success and failure. I share real-life examples of people in a wide variety of industries who used these drivers to change their businesses—and their lives. Listen n…
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Knowing how to lead is one of the keys to succeeding in business and in life; it’s also one of the most neglected. In this episode, I introduce you to the employee-manager-leader mindset model. I share why mindset is so important and how you can move yourself, your team and your company from one level to the next.…
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The last quarter of the year can make or break you. In this episode, I talk about what you can do in September to make the most of Q4, whether your focus is making more money, having more time or living your best life. Listen today to learn how to reevaluate the goals you set earlier in the year and answer the question What are the next 3 steps I n…
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One word I hear used to describe me a lot is positive. I love that people think of me that way. But I have my down times, too—and big ones. In this episode, I talk about three tough challenges I’ve faced in my life, including being broke and homeless. Listen today to hear how I got through them and the three things I’ve learned that are key when yo…
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Most financial advice out there is geared toward people with consistent income. In this episode, I talk with Mills Bender of Mills Knows Bills about how to think about, manage and even see the benefits of a paycheck that varies from month to month. If you want to stop thinking of budget as a dirty word and take a fresh approach to money management,…
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Are your members stepping up to leadership? In this episode, I talk about how growing your membership is key to being able to choose your best future leaders, and how to vet, mentor and train them. I also lay out how to promote the rewards of being a leader. Listen now to learn how to find and develop the next generation of leaders to take your cha…
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Do you feel like there aren't enough hours in the day? In this episode, I offer tips and tricks to enable you to get more done in less time. I talk about the myth of multitasking, the awes@me power of block timing and how to eliminate distractions. Listen now to take charge of your day so you get all your work done and have time and energy left ove…
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I’m hearing the same thing from a lot of people these days: Their business is stuck, and they can’t figure out why. In this episode, I talk about how knowing what stage of business you’re in can help you pinpoint what’s going on. I also share the three things you can do to break through to the next stage. Listen today to get your business going and…
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Don’t wait until you need today’s volunteers or next year’s board. In this episode, I talk about how growing engaged members starts on Day 1. I walk you through the 5 Layers of Member Engagement and share what you need to do at each stage to cultivate active, invested members. Listen today to ensure you have the volunteers you need, when you need t…
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Referrals are one of the best ways bring in business—if you do it right. In this episode, I talk about what a referral is, why you should focus on referrals and how to build a network of the right strategic partners. Most importantly, I share five steps to ensuring that you and your partners benefit from the amazing power of referrals. Listen today…
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You may not see it, but that’s because I’ve spent 25 years figuring out how to make it work for me. You can, too! In this episode, I talk about the myths of networking and reveal how crafting a plan for before, during and after a networking event decreases stress and increases success. I’ll also share why serving—not selling—is key. Listen today to…
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You Need an Assistant! (You Really Do.) Every time I’ve had an assistant, my business has grown. Every time. In this episode, I share why I think having an assistant—whether full time, part time or virtual—is essential for your business. I also lay out how to find an assistant that is right for you and your business. Listen today to make more money…
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Do you want to take your business to the next level, but you’re not sure how? In this episode, I share three things you need to ask yourself about your business to get ready, and the key to bringing in the business you need. I’ll also reveal the #1 thing you can do to not get in the way of growth. Listen today so you can grow beyond your wildest dr…
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Of course it does! Recruiting volunteers and leaders is a pain point for every association I know. In this episode, I share how you can build a motivated, empowered volunteer and leadership force. Listen now to learn how creating an amazing experience is the key to gaining—and retaining—the kind of members your association needs.…
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Which is more important: bringing in business or getting the work done? Both! In this series, I share how you can get off the financial roller coaster by finding the right balance between those two vital business functions!
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Which is more important: bringing in business or getting the work done? Both! In this series, I share how you can get off the financial roller coaster by finding the right balance between those two vital business functions. Listen now to hear how an IT consultant weaved together closing new sales with the process of hiring so he could build the rig…
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In this episode, I’m thrilled to talk with NARPM Chapter President and Atrium Management Company Business Development Manager Jess Foster about what’s coming down the pike for the Property Management industry. Listen now to hear her recommendations of the top 3 books you should read and the things you can do to be more successful and happier in the…
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We started the year off talking about how to build a better business so you can live a better life. In this episode, I take us back to those basics. Listen now to revisit the 9 Stages and the three key tools you need to keep your business going and growing for years to come.
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There are just 31 days left in the year; it’s time to decide how you’re going to spend them. Are you going to give up and take it easy, push through to the finish line, or get planning for the new year? Listen now to hear what I’m going to do for my business and myself during this last month of the year—and what I recommend that you do.…
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The end of the year is a time of transition. In my podcast Wrapping the Year Up Right, I talk about making course corrections as we wrap up the old and get ready for the new. Listen now to hear how I use this time to forgive myself, to reach out to people I’ve lost touch with, to check in with others, and to build up positive mental momentum for th…
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If you want to stop feeling less like you’re behind the eight ball and more like you’re behind the wheel, there are three things you need to do today. In my podcast and blog 3 Things to Do for Your Business Today, I share how building routine, de-stressing, and working on your business instead of just in your business builds up our resiliency. List…
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The year isn’t over until it’s over. In this episode, I share what I’m telling my clients right now to help them put these last three months to great use—whether they’re on track, off track or just plain exhausted. Listen now for the five steps you can take to cross the finish line strong and start the new year off right.…
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Don’t wait until December when the holidays take over! October and November are the perfect time to jump into your Strategic Plan. In this episode, I walk you through five steps to crafting a plan that will make the next year a game changer for your business and your life. Listen now! For more information visit jimromanonline.com and check out Jim …
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A lot of businesses are experiencing a shift in the market—but how exactly is it impacting your business? In this episode, I talk about why it’s important to know what’s really going on in your business, and three steps you can take to respond. Listen now to take charge and meet this change head-on! For more information visit jimromanonline.com and…
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Is your association chapter thriving? If not, you need a new approach. In this episode, I talk about specific actions you can take to boost the energy, engagement and impact of your chapter. Listen now to build a growing, profitable chapter that can bring your vision to life.
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It’s easier and less expensive to keep a customer than to find a new one. In this episode, I talk about the five things you can do to turn happy customers into reviews and referrals that generate revenue. Listen now to start building your own raving fans!
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I’m reaching out personally in this episode to talk about how my faith helps me get through my tough times and how I use it, respectfully, to help others through theirs. Please take a few minutes to listen to me speak from the heart, to share how my faith leads me to gratitude, and to learn how gratitude can transform your life, whatever your belie…
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In this episode, I talk about how to evaluate how you’re doing by looking at your profit, your people and your processes. Listen now to learn how you can determine whether you’re on track or off track for the year and what you can do about it if you’re not where you want to be.
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Do you want to be less stressed, get more done and feel like you’re winning? In this episode, I share with you what I do on a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly basis to get control of my business and life. Listen now for tips on having better balance so you feel good and can enjoy both your business and your life. For more information visit jimroma…
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What causes businesses to succeed in a growing economy? How about in a troubled economy? You may be shocked to learn that the answer is the same: Regardless of what’s going on in the world, following a basic set of principles makes the difference success and failure. Listen now to learn what those principles are and how you can implement them in yo…
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Listen in for a great a panel with special guests: Jeffrey George- Founder Tao Financial Kristi Nowrouzi- Credit Coaching by Kristi Brian Lucas - Principal at Good Books Company Dan Elzer - President at The Training Academy For more information visit jimromanonline.com and check out Jim on Facebook @JimRomanspeaker or via email questions@askjimroma…
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Listen in for a great a panel with special guests: Jeffrey George- Founder Tao Financial Kristi Nowrouzi- Credit Coaching by Kristi Brian Lucas - Principal at Good Books Company Dan Elzer - President at The Training Academy For more information visit jimromanonline.com and check out Jim on Facebook @JimRomanspeaker or via email questions@askjimroma…
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Listen in for a great interview with special guest Rebekah Fedrowitz! For more information visit jimromanonline.com and check out Jim on Facebook @JimRomanspeaker or via email questions@askjimroman.com Check out Jim's Blog:https://www.jimromanonline.com/blog.html The 9 Stages of Business "Ownership"https://www.jimromanonline.com/blog/beyond-broke-a…
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Hiring can feel like a roll of the dice: Sometimes you win; sometimes you lose. Take the gamble out of it by following these five steps to attracting, hiring and retaining team members who love your company and their job.
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Have you thought about investing in a franchise business? Listen to Jim today to get some great advice! For more information visit jimromanonline.com and check out Jim on Facebook @JimRomanspeaker or via email questions@askjimroman.com Check out Jim's Blog:https://www.jimromanonline.com/blog.html
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Do you know how to network? Do you know which groups to join? Listen to Jim today to get some great advice! For more information visit jimromanonline.com and check out Jim on Facebook @JimRomanspeaker or via email questions@askjimroman.comCheck out Jim's Blog:https://www.jimromanonline.com/blog.htmlThe 9 Stages of Business "Ownership"https://www.ji…
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Has your business become a burden? Listen in as Jim talks about some recent decisions he has had and don't forget to email questions@askjimroman.com! For more information visit jimromanonline.com and check out Jim on Facebook @JimRomanspeaker or via email questions@askjimroman.com Check out Jim's Blog:https://www.jimromanonline.com/blog.html The 9 …
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