• Ep.8 Engagement: The Billion Dollar (and, YOUR) Problem!
    Jun 2 2025

    It's estimated that businesses in the US lose more than $350 billion annuallly due to "disengaged" workers! But, what can you as a small business owner do? What tools can you use to get more from your team and help them feel more engaged and fulfilled? Brian Young (The Maverick) and Mike Goethel (The Method Man) gallop into the Gallup poll world. What' the Gallup Q12? How can it benefit your company? Brian & Mike dive into it for you...listen in! They've got 350 billion reasons you need to...

    Show More Show Less
    32 mins
  • Episode-7 Automate AI Easily! (aka The Death of Siri)
    May 26 2025

    The Maverick and the Method Man talk about how small businesses can maximize AI. The Maverick highlights 3 key takeaways with AI.

    While, the Method Man points out from an article, that AI can easily implement AI with 4 simple steps...resulting in an amazing impact.

    Show More Show Less
    29 mins
  • Episode 6 Are You A BBO? Three Marketing Steps for BBO's
    May 19 2025

    Are you a BBO? Not a "BOB," as Mike misread in his notes!

    A BBO: Busy Business Owner

    Brian Young (The Maverick) explains 3 super easy steps to creating a great message that resonates with your audience every time.

    These steps are what Brian used as an Ace Hardware owner to quickly & easily keep his marketing relevant, interesting, and motivating. And you can use them today...

    EVEN WHEN YOU DON'T HAVE TIME!

    Show More Show Less
    40 mins
  • Episode 5 From SOS to ROS: Creating a Responsive Operating System in YOUR business!
    May 12 2025

    Mike, the Method Man, talks about the importance of installing an ROS to create an ever-improving organization...Responsive Operating System.

    Show More Show Less
    43 mins
  • Episode-4 "SOS" Your 3-Step Process for Seizing Opportunities
    May 5 2025

    The Maverick (Brian Young) shares his process for handling problems and opportunities in your business...

    The Maverick states that 88% of Small Businesses have NO strategic plan!

    Use the SOS process for asking 3 simple questions that focus on: Strategy, Optimization, and Sustainability

    Show More Show Less
    39 mins
  • Episode-3 What's Your Problem: Fireman or Pit Master?
    Apr 28 2025

    As business-owners, we're hit with problems every day!

    BUT... Are you a fireman?

    Or, a pitmaster?

    In this episode, Brian & Mike address an easily overlooked question in your business. One that needs to be answered, but is often flippantly assumed to already be addressed.

    The Maverick and the Method Man discuss a topic near and dear to Mike's (the Method Man) heart...digging deep!

    Find out what question to ask that will help you evaluate honestly any situation you find your small business in.

    The Maverick (Brian Young) talks about his latest BBQ adventure..."Dante's 700-deg Inferno" and how it reminded him of many small businesses.

    Show More Show Less
    41 mins
  • Episode-2 AI or NI? How to use AI in Your Business
    Apr 21 2025

    The Maverick & The Method Man give their views on the AI world and how its impacting small businesses.

    • AI vs NI
    • How to differentiate AI tools from toys?
    • How can you make AI profit for your business?

    Show More Show Less
    40 mins
  • Episode-1 The Maverick & The Method Man
    Apr 11 2025

    The Maverick (Brian Young) and the The Method Man (Mike Goethel) host a brand new podcast for small business owners that touches on all things small business.

    In this pilot episode, Brian & Mike talk about: 1. Their "watershed" moments (literally, as it turns out, for Brian) 2. What got them into consulting 3. What they HATE about consulting 4. What they LOVE about consulting

    Show More Show Less
    43 mins