Mike & Blaine: Business + Beer + BS

Everyone knows you must have a sales funnel, but what does that mean? ...and why can’t I seem to master it?  In this episode, Mike & Blaine discuss the challenges they have encountered building and optimizing a sales funnel, which often feels like a game of Whack-A-Mole. Go beyond "Build It and They Will Come" and learn how to lead your customers down the golden path.

Featured Beer: @zeroissuebeer

Mike: Neighbor Pat’s Smoked Scottish Ale

Blaine: Zero Issue - Smack NE IPA

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HTI0sXuW0CM

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I caught it before I hit send but “tomatoes that rock for you” nearly went out to a prospective client who was introduced to me through a friend. Clicking send would have been a double-whammy. Lost lead and annoyed friend. There’s so much more than auto-correct that is helping us run our companies every day – but they’re also putting us at much greater peril? Much more than a silly autocorrect mistake? Tune in to Mike & Blaine where we’ll dive into a healthy dose of business, beer, and BS.

Featured Beer: @Indebrewco @fahrbeer

Mike: Independence Brewing - Oklahoma Suks Amber

Blaine: Fahr - Pilsner

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HTI0sXuW0CM

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How do you know if your inventory is too old?  Just blow on it.  If you see dust in the air, your inventory has been there too long.  Inventory is a real pain for small businesses.  Have too much and you kill your cash flow, have too little and you lose valuable sales.  In this episode, Mike and Blaine talk about the perils of inventory and a few survival tactics for small business.

Featured Beer: @sierranevadabeer @TwinSailsBrewing

Mike: Sierra Nevada - Hazy Little Thing IPA

Blaine: Twin Sails - Space Armadillo Double IPA

Thanks to Beer Sponsor: CPA, Larry Weinstein

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bq8l_6XpTVw

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Take a deep dive into the age-old debate of buy versus build to drive business growth. Mike & Blaine explore the nuances of expanding your company, from hiring employees to outsourcing projects, and share insights on when to invest in existing assets or create new ones from scratch. Tune in for a discussion that will help you make strategic decisions for your businesses.

Featured Beer: @StarbaseBrewing @muskokabrewery

Mike: Starbase Brewing - The Terraformer Red Ale

Blaine: Muskoka Brewing - Mad Tom IPA

Thanks to Beer Sponsor: Jonathon Angell and Angell Investments

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6ZwJkz28IKc

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In this episode of the Mike & Blaine podcast, join us as we dive deep into the art of resourcefulness and how to achieve remarkable results with minimal resources. We'll share personal anecdotes and practical tips on how to harness creativity, innovation, and a can-do attitude to make the most out of limited means. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and learn how to turn constraints into opportunities on your journey to success.

Featured Beer: @independencebrewing @beerebrewingco

Mike: Independence Brewing Company - Twine Time Hazy Pale Ale

Blaine: Beere Brewing Company - Wackadoo IPA

Thanks to Beer Sponsor: CPA, Larry Weinstein

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZX6qfw0NWhQ

Listen to all our episodes at: https://www.mikeandblaine.com

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Not every business has the chance to attract customers on a global level.  There are lots of businesses that must fight tooth and nail to win customers in their own neighborhood or town.  In this episode of Mike & Blaine, we discuss the Hyper-Local business.  Those small shops we depend on for home-grown services.

Featured Beer: @saintarnold @snakelakebrewco

Mike: Saint Arnold Brewing Company - Summer Pils

Blaine: Snake Lake - Vanilla Latte Stout

Thanks to Beer Sponsor: Jonathon Angell and Angell Investments

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e0WNqnKwkc4

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The internet is here for good, so small business owners need to embrace the idea of having a digital identity.  After all, it may be the only impression a customer may have of you and your business.  In this episode, discover actionable tips to enhance your online presence and avoid common pitfalls. Tune in while Mike and Blaine try to help you level up your digital game and drive business success through your website.

Featured Beer: @SpindleTapBrewery @irrationalbrewing

Mike: SpindleTap Brewery - Houston Haze IPA

Blaine: Irrational Brewing Company - Symmetry is Bliss NEIPA

Thanks to Beer Sponsor: CPA, Larry Weinstein

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2Enniciotcs

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It’s been said that a good plan executed on time is better than a perfect plan executed late.  In this episode of Mike & Blaine, the duo dive into mastering the perfect balance of planning and taking action in your business.  After all, business is faster now than ever.  Can you take the right calculated risk to get ahead?

Featured Beer: @RealAleBrewing @collectiveartsbrewing

Mike: Real Ale Brewing Company - Squirt Gun IPA

Blaine: Collective Arts - Galaxy Two Ways NEIPA

Thanks to Beer Sponsor Jonathon Angell of Angell Investments!

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/O1wrXliY_20

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Tune in to the latest episode of the Mike & Blaine Podcast as we delve into the fascinating world of AI adoption by small businesses with special guest Ron Saharyan of Profit First!. In this insightful discussion, we unpack the intriguing insights from a recent Fox Business article that highlights how small businesses are embracing AI solutions and reaping the benefits. Join us as we try to figure out if AI is legit or a road in the wrong direction.

Featured Beer: @saintarnold @goodrobotbrew

Mike: St. Arnold - Banger IPA

Blaine: Good Robot - Tropical Storm Category 6 IPA

Thanks to Beer Sponsor CPA, Larry Weinstein!

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yA4A3edmq1o

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In this week’s episode of Mike & Blaine discover how to craft irresistibly edgy messages that captivate your audience, resonate with their emotions, and leave a lasting impact on your small business. Get ready to take your marketing game to the next level and dominate your competition with our expert tips and tricks.

Featured Beer: @LakewoodBrewing @Frontaalbrewingco

Mike: Lakewood - Double Stuffed Temptress Imperial Milk Stout

Blaine: Frontaal - Out in the Open B.A. Imperial Stout 

Thanks to Beer Sponsor Jonathon Angell of Angell Investments! (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathonangell1/)

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pHvW80tyimo

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In the biggest episode yet, Mike and Blaine tackle the stigma of giving away things for free in your business, while giving away a massive amount of goods to the winner of The Hundo Super Pack.  Mike and Blaine fearlessly discuss the misconceptions around giving freebies in your business. Learn how strategic generosity can build trust, loyalty, and authentic connections with your audience in this week’s episode.

Featured Beer: @Boulevard @AleSmithBrewing

Mike: Boulevard - Whisky Barrel Stout - Courtesy of CP Larry Weinstein (larry@weinstein-cpa.com)

Blaine: Alesmith - Party Tricks IPA

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CJ_ZvffA-9k

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Join Mike and Blaine in this riveting 100th episode of "Unbelievable Stats," where they uncover mind-blowing numbers that defy imagination. They also get into an epically silly argument over tactics for improving your profit margin. And they drink some great beer!

Mike: Neighbor Pat’s - “Orange You Glad You Know Neighbor Pat” Ale

Blaine: Beere and Brassneck Collaboration - “Big Whoop” DIPA

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HY4pX6BbMmo

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Delve into the crucial role of the entrepreneur in identifying and seizing business opportunities. Drawing from their own experiences and featuring inspiring success stories, Mike and Blaine explore the key indicators to look for in choosing whether to take or pass on an opportunity.  

Featured Beer: Anchorage Brewing and @TUPPSBrewery  

Mike: Tupps - Day Pass Wheat Beer

Blaine: Anchorage Brewing - Wasteland Triple IPA

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qHDMlBnQVsY

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Raising money is hard, especially if you go the traditional VC route, but what about crowdsourcing platforms like Kickstarter.  Start-ups have raised a ton of money through crowdsourcing, but before you invest or try to raise funds, you better do some research. Mike & Blaine discuss their opinions and experiences with crowdfunding.

Featured Beer: @AlamoBeerCo @bornbrewingco  

Mike: Alamo Beer Company - Shotgun AG Lager

Blaine: Born - Strong Roots Hazy Imperial IPA

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dzATLW6reBQ

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Discover winning strategies to master small business competition in this insightful episode. Mike & Blaine share actionable tips on differentiation, target audience understanding, and leveraging technology. Gain a competitive edge with real-life success stories and practical steps for sustainable growth. Tune in now!

Featured Beer: @Einstok @driftwoodbeer

Mike: Einstok - Arctic Pale Ale

Blaine: Driftwood - Twenty Pounder Double IPA

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SzOOIdmcYKE

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Featured Beer: @ShinerBeer @redhartbrewing

We’re convinced that the art of effective storytelling is the key to giving your small business success. It’s the magic of capturing your ideal audience’s attention with a memorable experience that will set your business apart. In this episode, Mike & Blaine discuss what they think are the elements of a good story.

Mike: Shiner Bock

Blaine: Red Hart Brewing - Bambi’s Revenge Double IPA

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9ESyQ3M14zE

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Featured beer: @OskarBluesCANS  @collectiveartsbrewing

Every time we post something or plan a huge campaign we try to unlock the secret of riding the viral wave. Join Mike & Blaine as they explore the frustration and excitement attached with creating a campaign that vaults your brand across the internet. You truly can turn your underdog status into triumph in this new digital world, but at what cost?

Mike: Oskar Blues - Cosmic Mutant IPA

Blaine: Collective Arts - Ransack the Universe IPA

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MWzBciXWN-w

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We are torn between two worlds. The lure of the new cryptocurrency and digital currency and the security of cold hard cash. Any more it seems inevitable that we don’t need a physical currency, after all most people stopped carrying it. Mike and Blaine discuss the future of money and what that means to business owners.

Today's Beer: 

Mike: Texas Ale Project - Cotton Candy Pilsner

Blaine: Beere - Experimental Stuff Double Dry Hopped IPA

@TexasAleProject @beerebrewingco

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kqxg9Jciryg

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We get bombarded daily with offers to be “coached” or “trained” on one skill or another. Truth is, most of the time we think we don’t need it while we pour over the internet for some secret that we must have overlooked. In this episode, Mike & Blaine talk about the Rise of the Coach and how a small business can reap the rewards…or sometimes, risk damage.

Today's Beer: 

Mike: Neighbour Pat’s - Hoppy Flow Mike

Blaine: Frontaal - Into Outer Space Tonka Vanilla Imperial Stout

@Frontaalbrewingco

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Pd2Eq4EaieM

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In an article this week, the author made the claim that travelers are likely to refuse an upgraded plane seat to sit with someone they know. That got us thinking. How effective are add-ons and upgrades as promotions? Do they work? Mike & Blaine take on the psychological effect of ‘free’ in this episode.

Today's Beer: 

Mike: Texas Beer Company - Wild Texas Kolsch

Blaine: Snake Lake - Snakes Near a Plane Triple IPA

@TexasBeerCompany @snakelakebrewco

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XKFl_7QcH00

Listen to all our episodes at: https://www.mikeandblaine.com

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dryrun.com

#smallbusiness, #cashflow #finance #beer #friends #entrepreneur #smbs #craftbeer 

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