Business on the Run
Business on the Run is the podcast that helps business owners understand their numbers without getting lost in accounting jargon. Hosted by Mark Andersen of Know Your Numbers accounting firm, this show brings a fresh, practical, and light-hearted approach to the financial topics that keep businesses moving.As an ultra-marathon runner, Mark knows that success whether on the trail or in business comes down to pacing, preparation, and knowing when to push forward.
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The Marketing Mom Playbook
<p>What does it really take to grow a local business and become a name your community trusts?</p><p>Mark sits down with Nancy, known as the “Marketing Mom” for SSB Roofing, to talk about the real-world strategies behind growing a family-owned roofing company in Texas.</p><p>Nancy shares how SSB Roofing builds its reputation through community involvement, local networking, jobsite presence, customer relationships, and authentic social media content. Instead of polished scripts and staged marketing, their approach focuses on real people, real projects, and consistently showing up. They also discuss how that commitment translates into stronger reviews, repe...
What If Your Business Ran On Integrity
<p>A $15,000 dealership repair estimate can leave anyone feeling stuck. In this episode, we sit down with Josh Baker of Route 23 Mobile Garage to talk about building an automotive repair business around <b>honesty, transparency, and trust</b>.</p><p>Josh shares his journey into mobile automotive repair, rebuilding after a previous business didn’t survive COVID, and investing in hands on training to master modern vehicle diagnostics. We discuss why today’s vehicles are harder to repair at home, what a mobile mechanic can handle on site, and how Josh helps customers prioritize repairs instead of pressuring them into a ma...
The Houston Housing Market Is Weird Right Now. Here’s What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know
<p>What is really happening in the Houston real estate market, and what should buyers and sellers be paying attention to right now?<br/><br/>In this episode of Business on the Run, I sit down with Brittany Burns, owner of NovaGen Realty Group, to talk about real estate, entrepreneurship, pricing homes, building trust with clients, growing a team, and navigating a market that has become much harder to predict. Brittany serves clients primarily throughout Houston and the southeast Houston area and built her career after growing up in a family of real estate professionals. <br/><br/>Brittany shares how s...
She Thought She Knew What Customers Wanted. She Was Wrong.
<p>In this episode of Business on the Run, I sit down with Jen Johnson, owner of Southern Spears Surf Shop in Galveston, Texas, for a refreshingly candid conversation about what it's REALLY like to own and operate a small business.<br/><br/>After 20 years as an elementary art teacher, Jen left education, eventually moved toward the Texas coast, and found herself staring at an opportunity she never expected: buying a surf shop.<br/><br/>One day of training later, she was running the business.<br/><br/>What followed was a five year crash course in entrepreneurship learning customers, managing...
Think the SBA is just about small business loans? Think again.
<p>In this episode of Business on the Run, I sit down with Valerie Maher from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to break down the programs and resources available to entrepreneurs and established business owners.</p><p><br/></p><p>We dig into the SBA's "Four C's":</p><p><br/></p><p>COUNSELING — Free one-on-one mentoring, business advising, workshops, and training through SCORE, Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs), Women's Business Centers, and other SBA resource partners.</p><p><br/></p><p>CAPITAL — How SBA-backed loans actually work, including 7(a) loans, 504 loans, micro loans, and how the SBA can help...
How to Grow Your Small Business Through Networking & Social Media ft. The Deflora's | BOTR Epi. 25
<p>Business on the Run is back with an episode every small business owner needs to hear!</p><p>Host Mark Andersen sits down with Melissa and Joe DeFlora to talk about the power of networking, Facebook groups, social media, community relationships, local advertising, AI, and what it really takes to grow a successful small business.</p><p>Connect with The Deflora's 🔽🔽🔽</p><p>Facebook: @mdeflora</p><p>Instagram: @mdeflora</p><p>TikTok: @melissadeflora</p><p>LinkedIn: @melissadeflora</p><p>Connect with Mark Andersen 🔽🔽🔽 </p><p>Facebook: @KnowYourNumbersPLLC</p><p>Instagram: @KnowYourNumbersPLLC</p><p>TikTok: @chasingprofitandpups</p><p>LinkedIn: @know-your-numbers</p><p><br/></p><p>🎧...
How Small Businesses Can WIN at Social Media With Affordability ft. Kristy Nair | BOTR Episode 24
<p>On this episode of Business on the Run, Mark Andersen sits down with Kristy Nair of I Am Lotus Consulting to talk about small business marketing, social media, networking, entrepreneurship, and the challenges of running a business by yourself.Kristy shares her journey from earning a degree in criminal justice to building a business focused on helping small businesses with social media, websites, graphic design, advertising, content creation and more.She also explains why she believes small businesses need to show up consistently online, why engagement matters, how she uses Meta Business Suite and analytics, and why businesses shouldn't...
Why Social Media Isn't Growing Your Business ft. Brant Mills | BOTR Episode 23
<p>On this episode of Business on the Run with Mark Andersen, Mark sits down with Brant Mills, communications strategist, content professional, and creator of Pearland Stories, to talk about how small businesses can make smarter decisions about social media, SEO, content marketing, AI, and their overall digital presence.Brant shares his experience working in communications, content strategy, video, podcasting, crisis PR, and local storytelling — and explains why business owners shouldn't rely entirely on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok to grow their business.Connect with Brant Mills 🔽🔽🔽Facebook: @brantmills Instagram: @brant.millsLinkedIn: @brantmillsWebsite: https://brantmills.com/Follow Pearland StoriesFacebook: @pearlandsto...
How AI Is Transforming Small Businesses ft. Joshua Van Bramer | BOTR Episode 22
<p>In this episode of Business on the Run, host Mark Andersen sits down with Joshua Van Bramer, co-founder of BetterFlow AI, to discuss how artificial intelligence and custom software are changing the way entrepreneurs operate. From automating repetitive tasks to building software around your business instead of forcing your business to fit someone else's software, Josh shares practical insights for business owners looking to grow.</p><p>They also discuss entrepreneurship, networking, scaling a company, AI automation, CRM systems, leadership, business books, and why building relationships still matters in an AI-driven world.</p><p>Connect with Joshua Van Bramer 🔽🔽🔽</p><p>Face...
The Biggest Hiring Mistakes Small Business Owners Make ft. Will Kruer | BOTR Episode 20
<p>Welcome back to Business on the Run!</p><p>In this episode, Mark Andersen sits down with Will Kruer, founder of People First HR, to talk about hiring, leadership, company culture, recruiting, and the biggest HR mistakes business owners make.</p><p>Will shares his unconventional career journey from finance to recruiting, why company culture is more than just words on a wall, how to build stronger teams, and practical advice for hiring, firing, and leading employees. They also discuss remote work, entrepreneurship, networking, faith, and the challenges every small business owner faces while growing a company.</p><p>...
