The How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.
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.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 593
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
272: Firing an Employee
How to fire an employee in your small business the right way with Henry Lopez. Henry shares a recommended process and approach for firing or terminating a poor performing employee. The process should…
271: Stress-Free Small Business with Joan Sotkin
Stress-Free Small Business Ownership with Joan Sotkin. Joan is an entrepreneur, coach, speaker, author and podcaster, and Henry Lopez discuss the topic of stress as it related to small business owner…
270: Specialty Food Business with Dave Hirschkop
Launching & growing a Specialty Food Small Business with Dave Hirschkop, founder of Dave's Gourmet - a specialty foods company that makes a wide range of products including Gourmet Pasta Sauce, Hot S…
269: Trade Shows with Chris Kappes
Trade Shows for small business with industry veteran Chris Kappes. Chris is the founder and Chief Operating Officer at Exhibitshub - a technology company transforming the exhibiting experience. He sh…
268: Asset Protection with Mark Balsom
Asset Protection for your small business, with attorney Mark Balsom. Mark explains various aspects of an effective comprehensive asset protection plan for your business and your personal assets. Mark…
267: The 10 Factor with Tim Meuchel
Entrepreneurial story and The 10 Factor for small business growth with Tim Meuchel. Tim is an entrepreneur, bestselling author and podcast host. He shares the 10-Month Success Blueprint (starting at …
266: Franchise Financing with Ben Johnson
Financing a Franchise small business with Ben Johnson, VP of Commercial Lending at First Bank Texas. He explains the potential advantages of securing financing for a first-time franchise business and…
265: Dealing with Overwhelm
Dealing with and managing overwhelm as you start and grow your small business. David Begin and Henry Lopez shares their thoughts and experiences, and practical tips, on how to manage stress and avoid…
264: Proof to Product with Katie Hunt
Creative product entrepreneurship with Katie Hunt, founder of Proof to Product. Katie shares her journey from a corporate career to side-hustle, to running her own product-based small business full-t…
263: Millennial Whispering with Chris Tuff
Motivating & leading Millennial employees in your small business, with Chris Tuff. Chris is an entrepreneur and author of "The Millennial Whisperer: The Practical, Profit-Focused Playbook for Working…
262: Productivity Hacks with Chris Bello
Personal Productivity Hacks to improve your life and your small business. Chris Bello, host of the Entrepreneur Motivation Podcast, shares his personal entrepreneurial journey and his top 5 Productiv…
261: Amazon Wholesaling with Dan Meadors
Amazon Wholesaling business with Dan Meadors, a multi-million-dollar Amazon seller and co-founder of The Wholesale Formula. Dan shares his entrepreneurial story, from a full-time job to a side-hustle…
260: Is a Franchise Right for You?
Is a Franchise Business the right fit for you? Henry Lopez and Sara Waskow, a Franchise Specialist and owner of FranNet DFW, introduce the franchise business model, explore common myths and misconcep…
259: Business Partnerships with Henry & David
What makes for a great partnership in small business? Henry and David share their thoughts and opinions on how and why they have chosen to partner on their various small business ventures. Trust and …
258: Roofing Business Marketing with Adam Sand
Grow your construction or roofing small business with marketing and operations systems for a targeted market, with Adam Sand. Adam is an entrepreneur and roofing business owner. He shares his entrepr…
257: Board Game Business with Rob Ridgeway
How "Spontuneous - The Song Game" was invented and developed into a small business by inventor Rob Ridgeway. From his family ranching business, to insurance sales, through overcoming the many challen…
256: Employment Branding with Ryan Naylor
Attracting great employees with Employment Branding and Culture Marketing (17:45) with Ryan Naylor. Ryan is an entrepreneur and the founder of VIVA HR. They provide a platform to help businesses recr…
255: Overcome Fear with Ruth Soukup
Overcoming Fear (21:00) to start and grow your small business, with Ruth Soukup - author of “Do It Scared: Finding the Courage to Face Your Fears, Overcome Obstacles, and Create a Life You Love”. She…
254: Franchise Restaurant Business with Lauren Clowdus
From corporate job to launching their first small business, Lauren Clowdus shares the story of how she and her husband started a restaurant franchise business. Lauren explains how they selected the f…
253: Growing FreshBooks with Mike McDerment
Launching & growing a business with Mike McDerment, the Co-Founder and CEO of FreshBooks, the world’s #1 cloud accounting software for self-employed professionals and small business owners. Mike shar…