You see them everywhere those punchy, memorable lines that can make or break a brand. Words that have the power to compel someone to take action. In this episode Mike and Blaine will explore what...

In this episode of Mike & Blaine, we dive into the crucial post-event hustle every small business owner needs to master. You've spent time and money at that big conference, but now what?...

In this episode, Mike and Blaine dive deep into the concept of 'unknown unknowns' in business. Join us as we explore how these factors can catch even the most prepared entrepreneurs off...

Not every idea an entrepreneur has is gold. In fact, most of them probably aren’t. So, before you start chasing every idea your cousin pitches you during Thanksgiving dinner, Mike and Blaine will...

In this episode, we’re asking the big question: why does it always take a birthday, funeral, or wedding to drag us back together? We dive into the curious case of how life’s chaos makes us...

It happened just this week. One of us rushed through a task only to end up dissatisfied and having to redo an entire project. I can’t tell you how often I have had a quick fix that turned into a...

From spark to start-up, have you ever wondered how people come up with ideas that they are willing to bet the farm on? Sometimes I look at business and think: why didn’t I think of that? Other...

What type of customer are you?  Believe it or not, the type of customer you are directly correlates to the type of customer service you provide in your business. I bet that if you have terrible...

In this episode of Mike and Blaine, Mike Milan sits in for Mike Milan while Mike is stranded in Denver. Mike and Blaine dive into the oft-dreaded topic of RFPs. Are responding to Request for...

When we talk about cutting expenses, we often use the phrase “trimming the fat.”  True, cutting operating expenses is one way to make more money in a business, but there is an art to when,...

I keep hearing the term being tossed around about how easy it is to become a micro-influencer.  First of all, what in the heck does that even mean, and how is that a path to prosperity?  Is...

Yep, it’s the 4th of July, and we did a podcast episode! We did. This is it! This opportunity got us thinking about all the ways companies try to leverage holidays, events and news to promote...

It’s super frustrating.  You’ve hired someone who seemed perfect on paper, but soon, you're back to square one. Maybe it’s a culture clash, or maybe you missed some red flags. In either...

Join us on Mike & Blaine as we tackle the hot topic of AI vs. MI (My Intelligence). Discover why no algorithm can match the wit, wisdom, and wild ideas that come from real human brains. We’ll...

Everyone thinks their business is unique, and no one will understand what they do. You know, because nobody does it like you. But what happens when you think like that is you can’t see yourself as...

It never fails. You are in a meeting. You are making great progress. Then, someone derails the entire conversation. Maybe it’s their attention span, maybe you assumed they knew or understood more...

From navigating startup chaos to scaling challenges, mastering customer retention, and outpacing market competition, they’ve got it covered. Mike and Blaine discuss the evolution of a small...

No is such a powerful word.  Nobody likes to hear it for sure, and some people hate to say it. But, mastering the word NO is an art form in the small business setting.  This simple word can protect...

In this episode of Mike & Blaine, the guys tackle the tricky topic of unfilled promises in business. Ever found yourself overpromising and underdelivering? Mike and Blaine share their own...

One of the biggest questions business owners have is about pricing.  It is one strategy that can dictate your success or failure.  Too much and people won’t buy.  Too little, and you won’t...