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

by Henry Lopez

The How of Business - how to start, run and grow a small business - is a weekly show for aspiring Entrepreneurs and existing Small Business Owners. If you are looking for actionable advice, tips and techniques on how to start (including launching or buying your first small business), run and grow your small business, this is the podcast for you! In each episode we either discuss a business topic, or interview an existing small business owner or business service provider. The How of Business is hosted by Henry Lopez who shares the knowledge and experience he has acquired over his corporate and entrepreneurial careers.

Latest episodes

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620 – The Trust Factor

How to Build Trust Fast. Trust runs every small business relationship. One simple formula, the trust equation, shows small business owners how to earn it faster without f

Sep 14
23 min

R361 – Start and Grow Without Investors with Tyler King

How to start and grow a small business without investors. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r361-tyler-king-without-investors/ Bootstrapping a softwar

Aug 31
43 min

619 – Presentations That Close Deals with Dean Curtis

Increase Close Rates with consistent, professional in-home sales presentations for home improvement and home services businesses, and Dean Curtis of Ingage shares the pri

Aug 24
39 min

618 - Buyer Due Diligence

Buying a Business? Do Your Due Diligence! Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/618-buyer-due-diligence/ Buyer due diligence is your primary protection wh

Aug 17
24 min

617 - Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office? with Claudia St. John

Deciding between remote, hybrid, and in-office work is one of the toughest calls small business owners face today, and HR expert Claudia St. John shares how to choose the

Aug 10
38 min

616 - Parkinson's Law for Small Business

Why work expands to fill the time available, and how small business owners can use deadlines, time blocking, and clear outcomes to get more done in less time. Show Note

Aug 3
21 min

615 - AI and Cybersecurity for Small Business with Mordy Hackel

Technology expert explains how small business owners can leverage AI as a force multiplier while protecting their data, systems, and intellectual property from emerging c

Jul 27
47 min

614 - Growing a Family Business with Kaiden Routh

How he earned his way into leadership, developed a capable management team, and transformed a hands-on family equipment dealership into a scalable business that no longer

Jul 21
39 min

R346 - The 6 Traits of Entrepreneurs

Do you possess the innate characteristics, the 6 essential traits, required to become a true entrepreneur? Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/r346-6-trai

Jul 13
20 min

613 - Conflict Resolution Principles with Jeremy Pollack

How understanding the neuroscience behind conflict can help small business owners become more effective leaders, build healthier teams, and transform workplace conflict i

Jul 6
51 min

612 - What a Waymo Ride Taught Us About Innovation

A Waymo driverless vehicle ride sparks a discussion about AI, innovation, technology adoption, and why small business owners can't afford to wait for perfection before em

Jun 29
30 min

611 - From Psychiatrist to Practice Owner with Dr. Duncan Gill

How psychiatrist Dr. Duncan Gill transitioned from employee to entrepreneur and built a thriving behavioral health practice serving children, teens, and families. Show

Jun 22
32 min

610 - How PEOs Help Small Businesses with Casey Clark

What is a Professional Employer Organization (PEO)? Learn how Professional Employer Organizations help small businesses with HR, payroll, employee benefits, compliance, a

Jun 15
37 min

608 - Incorruptible: How Great Companies Stay Great with Eric Ries

How small business owners can build mission-driven companies that earn trust, create long-term value, and avoid the traps that cause good businesses to lose their way.

Jun 1
49 min

608 - Selling a Business Roundtable

Selling a business is far more complicated than most entrepreneurs realize and many business owners wait too long to prepare for it. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehow

May 25
28 min

R322 - How to Build a Predictably Profitable Business with Mike Michalowicz

Identify what to fix next in your small business and build consistent profitability using the Profit First methodology. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.co

May 18
36 min

Episode 607 - Growing a Business: Cash Flow, Debt & Relationships

Grow a healthier business by managing cash flow, using debt strategically, and building strong business relationships. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com

May 11
15 min

606 - KPIs: How to Measure Your Business Performance

KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) provide an effective way to measure your business performance using both leading and lagging indicators to make better decisions and dri

May 4
17 min

605 – Finding the Right Small Business

How to find the right business by evaluating whether to buy, build, or franchise while aligning with your finances, goals, and mindset. Show Notes Page: https://www.the

Apr 27
26 min

604 – Why Partnerships Fail

The three root causes of business partnership failure - loss of trust, respect, and alignment - and how to prevent them. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.c

Apr 20
21 min

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As small business owners, we are experts in a few areas. Outside of those areas, we often struggle. What I love about this podcast is the exposure to experts in subjects I don’t know very well - it’s so valuable. The host asks all the questions I’d want to ask if I were in the room. Highly recommend.

Erik Gross · Sep 2024

I’m 2 years into owning my own landscaping business. I’ve been listening to the How of Business Podcast for 2 years and have gained valuable knowledge that has helped my young business tremendously. Henry and his guest provide a ton of value on a wide range of topics. I will recommend this podcast to any new (or seasoned) business owner! Thanks Henry!!

Dillon Spensley · Feb 2024

Henry Lopez has a valuable asset for entrepreneurs and small business owners in this ~weekly show. He covers a broad spectrum of topics with episodes and guests that don’t over-complicate the topic. Good basic solutions for problems that we all deal with. Highly recommended.

PeteSteg · Feb 2024

I can’t recommend this podcast enough! If you have a small biz or want to start, this is invaluable.

MegWally · Jan 2024

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