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From CRMs to chatbots to five different task apps—you’ve got tools for your tools. But are they helping, or just adding chaos? This week, Mike and Blaine unpack the tech overload hitting small business owners in 2025. They’ll dig into why more software isn’t always the answer, how to tell if a tool is costing you more than it saves, and how to simplify your stack without sacrificing performance. If your team spends more time managing systems than getting things done, it’s time for a digital detox.

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Featured Beer: @oddcompanybrewing

Mike: Brouwerij Huyghe - Delirium Noël Belgian Strong Ale

Blaine: Odd Company - Mirage Dark Lager

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Hiring feels like fishing in a dry pond lately—everyone’s looking, no one’s biting. This week, Mike and Blaine tackle the real reasons small business owners struggle to hire and keep great people. From job posts that scare applicants away to training that burns time but not results, they break down how to stop relying on unicorn hires and start building a team that actually sticks. Tune in for smart, scrappy strategies that don’t involve ping-pong tables or trust falls.

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Featured Beer: @deschutesbrewery @BrasserieDieuduCiel

Mike: Deschutes - Jubelale “A Festive Winter Ale” from Pat’s Fridge

Blaine: Brasserie Dieu du Ciel! - Péché Mortel Imperial Stout

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If you’re running your 2025 business with a 2019 playbook… good luck. This week, Mike and Blaine tackle the real shifts happening right now—from tighter margins and higher customer expectations to the never-ending hiring puzzle. The old rules aren’t just outdated—they might be costing you money. Tune in for a fresh, no-BS look at how small business owners can adapt their strategy without losing their sanity. It’s time to stop surviving and start evolving.

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Featured Beer: @saintarnold @drekkerbrewing

Mike: St. Arnold Brewing Company - Christmas Ale

Blaine: Drekker Brewing Company - Raspberry & Guava Braaaains Double Fruit Smoothie Sour

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In business, missing the little stuff can cost you big. This week, Mike and Blaine zoom in on why attention to detail is the unsung hero of success—whether it’s catching a typo in a contract, noticing a shift in customer habits, or realizing your receipts don’t match your register. They’ll share real stories where overlooking the obvious turned into major headaches—and when obsessing over the small stuff paid off big time. Tune in and learn why tightening the screws might be the loosest part of your business plan.

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Featured Beer: @903Brewers @CerebralBrewing

Mike: 903 Brewers - Troop 903 Cream Ale

Blaine: Cerebral Brewing - DIPA

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One day everything's flowing, the next—BAM—your go-to partner's got a new plan, a new look, or a new direction. Sound familiar? This week, Mike and Blaine get personal, unpacking the behind-the-scenes drama from the past month and talking about what happens when a business changes something people have gotten used to. Whether it’s a brand refresh, a shift in messaging, or your favorite co-host going rogue, they’ll explore the real reasons businesses pivot, how it affects customer trust, and why sometimes rocking the boat is exactly what the business needs. Or… maybe it’s just chaos in a clever disguise.

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Featured Beer: @PantherIslandBrewing @GuinnessBreweryBalt

Mike: Panther Island Brewing - Hazy Cat NEIPA

Blaine: Guinness Stout

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Nothing confuses (or annoys) customers more than a discount that’s hard to understand. "Buy one, get 37% off the second item—unless it's Tuesday?" Yeah, no thanks. This week, Mike and Blaine break down how clear, simple messaging can make discounts more effective, increase conversions, and keep customers happy. From the psychology behind price drops to why too many conditions kill a sale, they’ll share the do’s and don’ts of running promotions that actually work. Tune in and learn how to offer discounts without discounting your brand.

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Featured Beer: @blueowlbrewing @8bitBrewingCompany

Mike: Blue Owl Brewing - What About Bob’s Amber Ale

Blaine: 8 Bit Brewing - Download Complete IPA

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Running a business isn’t for the faint of heart—one wrong move, and suddenly, you’re stress-Googling “how to survive a cash flow crisis.” This week, Mike and Blaine tackle the biggest fears that keep small business owners up at night—from running out of money to that gut-dropping moment when a client “just disappears.” Is fear a business killer, or can it actually be a secret weapon for success? Tune in as they share horror stories, survival tactics, and why sometimes, the scariest part of business is just opening the email inbox.

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Featured Beer: @903Brewers @PuebloVida

Mike: 903 Brewers - Carrot Cake Cream Ale

Blaine: Pueblo Vida - Order up Breakfast Stout

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You should be working, but… suddenly, deep-diving into fantasy football stats feels mission-critical. Or maybe your office setup needs a feng shui overhaul before you can send that email. Mike and Blaine dig into the hilarious ways we avoid real work and why some distractions might actually make us better at our jobs. From procrastination that sparks creativity to strategic "mental detours," they’ll debate whether avoiding work is always a bad thing—or if it’s just part of the process. Tune in for the laughs, the excuses, and maybe even some surprising productivity hacks!

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Featured Beer: @AlamoBeerCo @ResidentCulture

Mike: Alamo Beer Company - Travis Golden Ale

Blaine: Resident Culture - Ripped by Reality Munich Style Dunkel Lager

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