The Biz Show Podcast
NEW EPISODE EVERY MONDAY
Coming on January 8, 2004 "The Biz Show," where business takes center stage! Join us on this insightful journey into the world of business, management, and expert insights. Whether you're an entrepreneur, seasoned executive, or simply passionate about business, our podcast is your go-to source for valuable How-To's and educational discussions. Produced by Investquire.
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S1 E1 - Introduction to Investquire, Lisa Marie Manifold and Barry Bestpitch
Aired: Monday January 8. 2024
Investquire, the brainchild of industry veterans Lisa and Barry, brings over 60 years of combined expertise in Business Sales, Management, Business Services, Technology and real estate, to guide you through the diverse landscape of the business world. Lisa's sharp sales and business acumen and Barry's comprehensive management and business knowledge, along with 44 successful acquisitions and mergers create a partnership that empowers Investquire to offer tailored solutions for your specific business needs.
The Biz Show - Season One
S1 E1 - Meet Investquire, Barry & Lisa
https://open.spotify.com/episode/67f56hqqsn6GJBcg5zhY7x?si=N_9JzFKURTWGgl0fLjZ35g
Jan 8 2024
S1 E2 - The State of the Business Brokerage Industry 2024
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5YUtKgI30qPELxrCo2Z4dM?si=eDq-fp2qRdaptZJCSD59Jg
Jan 15 2024
S1 E3 - Key Things Buyers Should Consider When Buyers a Business in 2024
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ORYwHEOyqSFFkULSR1RzW?si=Olc99rhuR1ekwFQyTl1C3w
Jan 22 2024
S1 E4 - Top 10 Trends in Business Ownership & Entrepreneurship
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0rURXonFkx7DZBevR3FHpv?si=hc9bfusyT1-isVsWlVB0JA
Jan 29 2024
S1 E5 - Top 10 Trends in Emerging Industries for Investment
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7D6RGhh9GOpGo0bRqovUpz?si=EfDrSJfuRdyTqPsyjfAjWw
Feb 05 2024
S1 E6 - A Cautionary Tale, the Ethical Use of AI
https://open.spotify.com/episode/06MzTw1xpU2qDMKPmlRQxx?si=XETTkD1aTcWvFbBLRBUiYQ
Feb 12 2024
S1 E7 - The Role of Business Brokers and Why you Should Use One
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Eycyt14aRAbRqHZHfL3jo?si=0epIeaJGS1mJBSn-N5UonA
Feb 19 2024
S1 E8 - Common Misconceptions About Buying and Selling Businesses
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0a5XuBRVY6QwnSMjpjgUg8?si=APPy9rROR_OiQDpju-2YQg
Feb 26 2024
S1 E9 - The Importance of Exit Planning for Business Owners
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pHeXTx3jqJkMbUEBwKgWZ?si=fHQbYPWQRSadY8R83RaAQw
Mar 04 2024
S1 E10 - How Business Valuations Are Calculated
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hktKwRk1ZOMydcJ0LmIDk?si=q_F9Y5LfRCaE7Spw31VAfw
Mar 11 2024
S1 E11 - Exit Strategy: Preparing Your Business For Sale
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4LiVnXfspPJQJoZMYGUJPB?si=GGMCGxEqQsiRLAy-xZn-nA
Mar 18 2024
S1 E12 - Insider Tips for Maximizing Business Valuations
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7d4KKLOZxWCldLytHmdkzo?si=DHAxYMpmRXqoMXioKHz4Cg
Mar 25 2024
S1 E13 - Building Your Business Empire - The Power of Business Credit (Laura & Jerry)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4JNFsVWeDfyaGWazMH2PNE?si=mFitFu9IQ4KbYH4KsTw-tw
Apr 01 2024
S1 E14 - Understanding Due Diligence: A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5UvqJdFgYKFL0fKF4Jc4tM?si=aiFVOcZ7QEqLzDBh0Yi17A
Apr 08 2024
S1 E15 - Common Challenges Faced by Business Sellers
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6czDl2jeZkZzGXz5ozZyUx?si=XAkqADbzSJW7t-CDS8VFjA
Apr 15 2024
S1 E16 - Selling a Distressed Business: Challenges and Opportunities
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KXJrU0wSsNzDeFEmkdzvV?si=2ZeI5tJhRxamyLTxlSLZmA
Apr 22 2024
S1 E17 - Maximizing Profitability - Increasing Value Before Selling a Business
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6bA6sVCpPxy5QgMLwmDeaa?si=LXd4D5IoR4O8Y5FM0biMVQ
May 06 2024
S1 E18 - Hoe to Effectively Market Your Business For Sale
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7EtJCFJwW5LWpPMFggIpGq?si=vVlqhXtQSO-TaF5zBYjX4Q
May 13 2024
S1 E19 - Unlokcing Business Value: Assessing Intellectual Property
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3AsCCd4VFFbZLF3TPRBWnx?si=VsfHTIGiQp-oHanEIssrfQ
Apr 29 2024
S1 E20 - Level Up Your Career: Tips from a Young Go-Getter (Anthony)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/62e5QhDI3hPhin0UXmkyLf?si=SxUeVLTlQ8iMDJhcN5BR9w
May 20 2024
S1 E21 - Overcoming the Imposter Syndrome
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7zQL4t5bRUAPJWBVZaHNYl?si=t09y10pMTw-8_jsn2xLS5w
May 27 2024
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S1 E23 - Absentee Owner's Management Concierge Service
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6hl4QUocqWzoACVePLAznI?si=wJctwJcvR4m2TanSVqa6AA
Jun 03 2024
S1 E24 - Evaluating The True Worth of a Business: Beyond the Financials
https://open.spotify.com/episode/71jXLE6zjp4olArvGjpf28?si=gfOVGn5QRoKLRFaWKrl5lQ
Jun 10 2024
S1 E25 - HR Series: Human Resources
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6sGE4CNJGDd82UYv3oHQse?si=kg4mlPzBScCPVw0JpITqJQ
Jun 17 2024
S1 E26 - HR Series: The Interview Process
https://open.spotify.com/episode/53kRIDrI0txA8LT3oqKcbh?si=h4ezif0ST8a4vgxHqeMtUw
Jun 24 2024
S1 E27 - HR Series: The Interview Process (Part 2)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1YXYlI1SMWWCOcK8xhPrxF?si=lj9rqktjQh-6D1Tnb1eyow
Jul 01 2024
S1 E28 - HR Series: Illegal and Unethical Interview Questions
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6e8shHbObneq1elx2xYCKs?si=p3LkV3JhSFm0Oir9tFuceg
Jul 08 2024
S1 E29 - HR Series: Hard Conversations: Employee Termination
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RKxuGA4AdXIArUChBaE93?si=VrlES7DzTj6peJHXikPZew
Jul 15 2024
S1 E30 - HR Series: The Vitality Curve: Performance Reviews
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3h6nDFDVxwCxEe9vtBzL18?si=ois6m6AUTlKrf8AymC4yEw
Jul 22 2024
S1 E 31: HR Series: The Future of Remote Work
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2y43BFsO1j41oPEBV2VBYE?si=AiQOuo2HRaKaF95v_K9cEQ
Jul 29 2024
S1 E32 - HR Series: Is DEI Losing its Luster?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5LQL7GF8tHNmFwKLiey3Ug?si=xZD1lfjWTIyQESETYRAPlw
Aug 05 2024
S1 E33 - Season Recap
Aug 12 2024
*** SEASON 02***
S2 E1: Business 101: The Startup, Starting a Busines from Scratch
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Hw3IcX8VUFjfE0pK9ItQy?si=DVc136IYRyOsEqXBe1AgCg
S2 E2: Brainstorming your Business Idea
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FmPVwuAR1hY8rLhiuRZ98?si=U1dRxIJNSA-jQ3grZoFb_g
S2 E3: Business 101 Series - Unlocking the Secrets of Market Research
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4GhziH02MXz6dt37XXrtje?si=mgSxpS95RLeXeC8yUbalPQ
S2 E4: Business 101 Series - The Startup | Business Plans
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6lO1ap5Y5uVM1eR5tqEUG4?si=XLc5GIonSkavaUC0Cm2cdA
S2 E5: Business 101 - Legal & Regulatory
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1892HXYFdJaxYqxgI6JYrN?si=yPFwMsL3RgWiJEtKQtM4sA
S2 E6: Business 101 - Building Your Team (Hiring)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/54Zb4gwqyAX4zYFlMAoI83?si=8sNlBE_5TbuIdExOeS_DuA
S2 E7: Business 101 - The Startup: Needed Resources (with Free Software Examples)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hTsWGOjac9fbkdiCTwgZP?si=CQM20m47SaW0sInyhzk6Cg
S2 E8: Business 101 - Salary Negotiations
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ajl88j7CIag1PCdaPagYk?si=7So0QAl8QKOuE4Lcj1uFHQ
S2 E8a: Business 101 - First Day Business Launch
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2PvgwoPNliobONxVTqrLf6?si=c1GUeUwrTFyIkMk777wHHQ
S2 E9: Spotlight: Entrepreneur | George Ryessaian
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3chbAnVR7wBemPPzjcyOWJ?si=m4FLomewQPKZL9f04ky0lg
S2 E10 - Leadership vs Management
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7fyhJHuM3CepvNOupswom2?si=wcmzwEGyTKi1s0iN-vZHHg
S2 E11 - Building a Strong Brand Identity
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5lxnLMYJRF2mAvrFnTSLR5?si=UQtofyh0Q-uDdUmRA2Bz0w
S2 E12: Exploring the Hidden Secrets of Business Incubators and Accelerators
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zAzeqCh2MX14u3mMd1Pjm?si=EMqjn6eOT0GHXpdsA60w3A
S2 E13: Mastering Time Management
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1SA96Ry16OdfPyUUTUIxdx?si=ux2XFhDpQ56uVgTnmOVu2A
S2 E14: Time Management Resources and Tools
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1TK1alMs6oLSMam0kjYBCm?si=HDruk9vgSn6Z3d8fu2PINQ
S2 E15: Spotlight: Entrepreneur | Bryan Roos
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Syr2wAvah85sfyE6RbHL2?si=AaeWRtvvT0-8F0i2EzhZsg
S2 E16: Small Business Trends 2024
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gswPbETZ8ZyHQ3J9YAoum?si=Ryc9lysVRpODiIUzqeii2g
S2 E17: The RTO Mandate – Why Companies Are Calling Employees Back to the Office
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Z53N7JMeR413moIZM13m9?si=p4drs4kEQjuzB7G0b_1kwQ
S2 E18: Welcome to 2025! Now What?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0wrmblACRJlwgaVCO1Zx0b?si=1yBxlCt4RRaZPoNWrsmwYw
S2 E19: Fundraising: Lessons for Founders in 2025
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4aLubaT0l1RCQKqPuvPD9Y?si=pMLJ5VtZSOWCWdg1YAoNqQ
S2 E20: Mistakes Startups Make: Top 10 Mistakes Ranked by Impact
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yIleb0mEgtoCndrvmnUAX?si=PhgOOsZMQ6CNLstg3GAMXA
S2 S21 - Marketing on a Budget: How to Get Big Results with Small Spending
https://open.spotify.com/episode/18Kk1S4aIW8ZU5aoWWWh0H?si=Q79htbQTQ8SEeIzzLRQVYg
S2 E22: The Psychology of Selling: How to Get Customers to Say YES
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3J66epBtbHsVE6oVtjNqmR?si=Lo98cM8DQxmwitlnLHwUjg
S2 E23: The Blueprint for Scaling: When and How to Grow Your Business
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3K4XbetfLGsLsp2XyrYcVL?si=SJ48YAsbSUiMkOGpooZJuA
S2 E24: How AI Can Help a Small Startup Business (With Real-World Applications)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fGTWNkR41fQdmcjp3XOui?si=A04c60V1S3azkk-dsP3_CQ
S2 E25: Identifying Your Top & Bottom 5 Customers – How to Find Them & What to Do Next
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HhoLB15vB31zCaqM3rNGH?si=iZJIjsDQSFaTdlD4PueeAg
S2 E26 - How to Spot Entrepreneur Burnout
https://open.spotify.com/episode/44GGelT2lvM1eYLRlEX5C0?si=ofoBWxAlSZCpQ3bM_1ipAg
S2 E27: Recession-Proof Your Business
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3GwyrXFaD5LxYqgQ5gnLdI?si=Fq_5MnOpSUerd3QGj6mUWw
S2 E28: The Art of Negotiation: Turning No into Know
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RZD9TEWca90lv38CONEKj?si=rGSPVjpFTbOe6HZ0fb5Jow
S2 E29: Overcoming the Top 10 Entrepreneurial Challenges
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1kUH0TJJKz18glEYfZCL4f?si=h6qO49whQkGQxDf9HLCT-g
S2 E30: From Clicks to Clients: How to Generate Leads and Turn Them into Loyal Customers
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6686YFuMzl6YbdsXsWM9Ea?si=jFufjj4sQNiKPqy6QsmV2g
*** SEASON 03***
S3 E1: Small Business Pulse CHeck - Comparing 2024 to 2025
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Op9sKJhr8q2lAJQGY59ry?si=fIPBjBbyTz2Ur72mj_ofTw
April 14, 2025
S3 E2: The Business Development Blueprint: Wjhat is it, Why it matters and how to execute it.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5kRDE7HsQ0212Ls2gZa3Qg?si=c9865385440d4ee3
April 21, 2025
S3 E3: Spotlight: Jake Grgurina | An up and coming Real Estate agent
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HN63jyhkG6ILMt2fCdfbO?si=WzghjTnEQtein4nTrBnhVQ
April 28, 2025
S3 E4: 20 Tips - Unscripted Business and Leadership Insights
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4832mz2KSoJwY01PnC7kyO?si=R9wBKKK_SnSpdMMg5wYJhw
May 5, 2025
S3 E5: Breaking Barriers - What it's really like being a Woman Entrepreneur
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Xkit5L2yxFxprvTd5lNY4?si=bObLwEScTmGfi7PJ_5Iz6w
May 12, 2025
S3 E6: The Art of the Pivot
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7CAplt3uQdTrrOaoCVO9jc?si=Mvngioi7QOmolSGzuuMx_w
May 19, 2025
S3 E7: Tech Tools for the Non-tech Savvy Business Owner
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5iaLFGlVoyh2satsomYzqm?si=rqkN1ocKSTmA3XtqWajOlA
May 26, 2025
S3 E8: Leadership in the Trenches, Building a High-Performing Team
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1wzO8rWx1DyVE0EI76zRSS?si=za1RlpUhTEyL4cY8ksB-sg
June 2, 2025
S3 E9: The rise of Small & Medium size Businesses
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Ied5IgNKimsTVaawljxJb?si=Z_V3vcGvRIevzYp23mMQ_A
June 9, 2025
S3 E10: The Passion Pivot: Turn your Hobby into a Real Business
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Sxf3FKGqGfQLXANz9iE6B?si=FuQR4javTOCHhmofEVAC_Q
June 16, 2025
S3 E11: Roundtable: How We Got Here (Investquire | Bella Properties staff)
https://open.spotify.com/episode/14YzHjUO6xARS05vNZjwjH?si=xcoTTi4pQk2IqI7_WTVImg
June 23, 2025
S3 E12: Book Breakdown: Why this 2011 Classic Still Wins in 2025
https://open.spotify.com/episode/71ST1RPWwn8gzUTdXlhRlZ?si=_Tw8aiH9RgSHzsi9t_SNag
June 30, 2025
S3 E13: From Founder to CEO, when is it Time to Make the Shift?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/06slI1YUQebmERXGwWuSLE?si=dR7EpfgkSMK9Pk_o1N84SA
July 7, 2025
S3 E14: From Boardroom to Restroom: What Being a Real CEO Actually Looks Like
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2OoT8lC0p0GuEpvX0nUyXm?si=GHJnFvrwRpulXZ_wEbthuw
July 14, 2025
S3 E15: Pricing Power: How Small Firms Can Command Premium Prices
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ou9FoJE37JELrfDbWW3H2?si=IqX0Lz9cTByZ-hRjUZTbkw
July 21, 2025
S3 E16: Hiring Your First Ops Person, How to Buy Back Your Time
https://open.spotify.com/episode/67bYQdIqh3Vw8b3GFLWhuS?si=yQ72wRcVQFa9KSF2MsbMlg
July 28, 2025
S3 E17: Business Structures 101: Choosing the Right Entity for your Business
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3vxh06LtXFFtce7zqzbrqk?si=lWW4jBg3T1y-D3xRQBMNcg
August 4, 2025
S3 E18: Pitch Perfect: What Investors Really Want to Hear
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1lnNqQxG1O1j2bFsnzwYmp?si=pwVKlzW9SA6JEcVq81Ml_A
August 11, 2025
S3 E19: Spotlight: Noel Kachaturian | Real Estate & Business Funding Consultant
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zRQvWss77Kn3WAO7doDNX?si=Nft3R817T8K_U-rzbslXlg
August 18, 2025
S3 E20: The Startup Incubator Showdown
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4uZKaofzs3BAynwblYAjDs?si=V3UN0y7zTlOE3rOcb4Aymg
August 25, 2025
S3 E21: Growth is Exciting... But Every Company has a Speed Limit
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0bOkUTQTVc0Y6c2uZWgOa7?si=MZswf03YQqu-zT478hxtWQ
September 1, 2025
S3 E22: Cast Study: AI Divergence: Salesforce VS. Klarna - Lessons in Adaptation
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2WRLRQbK5qpwDvraSAyl2k?si=KHRHU1gsSm2_-E1ya2ZJSw
September 8, 2025
S3 E23: The Future of Marketing is Here
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4GIYWZxJxiEExbwYbdAzkU?si=6m4jm_ZiT6irxvqrrxc7tg
September 15, 2025