Side Kick Success

Branding goes beyond just a good logo- a strong brand has the potential to increase the value of your whole company. Are you being concise with the way you are crafting your vision? Join us today as we discuss how and why you should be staying on brand.

In today's episode, we will be discussing grab bag goodies- our personal recommendations for books, podcasts, and apps that can help you take things to the next level.

Every business owner is in the business of developing leadership. Whether by building it within themselves or in their staff, leadership is a key ingredient to success. Today, we go over 3 key principles of developing our best self and understanding great leadership.

Hiring new staff is an inevitable and integral part of being a business owner, and it can be especially difficult to find new talent in the martial arts business. However, finding staff members who fit the culture of your school and thrive in their positions is more than just reviewing resumes. Join us today as we discuss they keys to having an amazing staff.

In the new year creating solid systems will help your business hit those grow and hit that higher level. If you want to hit a home run in 2019, check out some simple ways that you can streamline your business and the day-to-day task to become more effective, more motivated and more successful.

In this episode: 

1:00 - Head down

4:25 - System v. Processes

5:50 - Time to refine

9:13 - Why

10:30 - Do the work

13:10 - You've gotta think

15:35 - It won't be perfect

17:20 - Evolve

23:10 - Mini rant

25:35 - Checklist!

28:25 - Continuous Improvement

One of the most common questions that we get is how to begin building a staff. Today we are going share some insight on how we've found a great way to build our leadership team from the inside while focusing on a customer experience first mentality.

We had good intentions. We really wanted to do well. Somewhere along the line we got distracted and now we are mired in day to day work that is mind numbing and I'm wondering if I made the right decision. 

As 2018 winds to a close it's once again time for us to evaluate our successes and to take care of our responsibilities as small business owners. These three steps today can help you not only understand where you can improve but also points you towards a better financial future.

What is the one thing in your business that everything revolves around? Which role is most important for it's growth? In the martial arts business, this essential factor always comes down to the student's experience. Join us today as we discuss what makes the student's experience the one thing that matters most in your business.

As we hit Thanksgiving week we spend today's episode discussing what we are thankful for and why being thankful is good for you and your business. Join in the discussion and share why you are thankful!

Typically our growth plan looks something a dog chasing its tail. Us saying that w need to get new students on an infinite loop or "If I only had more money!" Today we talk about one sign that shows where you can easily  improve your business and what to do if you aren't getting results.

We're all familiar with the phrase "are you working in or on your business?" As a CEO, it can sometimes be difficult to let go of the reigns and delegate important tasks to others- Join us today as we discuss how to overcome this problem and define what exactly you're doing for yourself and for your business. 

2:00 - Process or Personality

6:10 - You are the product

8:50 - Don't limit growth

13:35 - Book E-Myth

13:57 - List out the task

16:00 - The captain steers

19:55 - Hire better

26:00 - Being a boss

29:50 - Book The coaching habit

32:45 - How to begin

Typically our growth plan looks something a dog chasing its tail. Us saying that w need to get new students on an infinite loop or "If I only had more money!" Today we talk about one sign that shows where you can easily  improve your business and what to do if you aren't getting results.

1:02 - Referrals

4:47 - Reasons why they'll start

6:25 - Make them feel

7:40 - Never stop learning

11:50 - Dreamers & Doers

16:18 - Results

21:20 - Make it easy

27:30 - Retention

For our 50th episode we are tackling a new topic, YOU! In order for your business to thrive, you, the owner needs to be on point. Today we are discussing how entrepreneurs can maintain the grind and rigors of owning a small business with a few simple tips.

2:00 - Fail Better, Fail Smarter

3:46 - Can't always get what you want

5:12 - Ownership = Stress

5:52 - Personal Wellness

8:25 - Find a balance

8:55 - Changing habits

11:50 - Books to read

13:55 - Conscious thought

15:45 - Health tip

17:22 - Be grateful

18:05 - Eat healthy, sleep well

23:10 - Setting goals

25:55 - 5 tips review

Belt testings are a huge part of the culture of a martial arts school. Join us as we discuss how you can get the best possible experience and results out of your belt testings.

2:20 - Is it a test?
4:30 - Revenue
5:38 - What other business
10:37 - Reinforce why their here
13:55 - One step out the door
23:08 - Leverage
35:15 - Customer Experience
35:20 - Achieving Goals
37:30 - Do the feel it?

Holiday's are upon us! In this episode we discuss things that we can do to increase revenue, drive attendance, help the community and build our schools. Be sure to tune in as we dive into ways that you can succeed at the highest level.

2:10 - Watch the habit

3:55 - Holiday Sale

7:25 - Time to upgrade

11:50 - Align with image

15:25 - Holiday Parties

17:15 - Gift Exchange

19:03 - Don't go halfway

21:30 - Gift giving?

24:18 - THANKS OLVIN!

28:45 - Think about your business