Thank you for joining us for the final episode of Season 2 of Cost 2 Boss. In this episode, Mike and Loren discuss how business owners can adopt a "built for this" mindset. They emphasize the importance of embracing the challenges and obstacles

From Party Favors to Profit: The Exciting Journey of Nickel Events

Dec 12th, 2023 39m 5s

In the latest episode of Cost 2 Boss, founders of Nickel Events, Nicole and Elgin Thomas, share their unique journey of starting and growing a business in the middle of a pandemic. They talk about the power of a supportive partner, importance o

Know your Numbers: Lessons on Financial Targets

Nov 14th, 2023 36m 34s

Thanks for checking out another episode of the Cost 2 Boss podcast. This week, discover how crucial it is to know and track your numbers as a business owner, and how breaking down your goals into daily, weekly, and monthly targets can significa

Exploring the Health Benefits of Seamoss with Cha'ley Burnna, Founder of Happy Kampers

Oct 25th, 2023 38m 39s

On this episode, Mike & Loren chat with Cha'ley Burnna, the brain behind Happy Kampers Sea Moss Gel. Cha'ley shares his inspiring journey, from researching a superfood to improve his family's health, to establishing a thriving business. Tune in

Keeping Your Team Motivated During Slow Business Seasons

Oct 3rd, 2023 25m 9s

Ever wonder how to keep your team pumped and productive during a slow business season? Buckle up because this episode is packed with real, practical tips on how to keep the motivation high when the pace slows down. Loren & Mike share their prov

Rebel Entrepreneur: Christina Sherrod's Telehealth Innovation Story

Sep 19th, 2023 34m 47s

Have you ever wondered how to launch a medical business with just a tax refund? That's exactly what Christina Sherrod, the powerhouse behind Bedside Manner TeleHealth, did. Join Mike & Loren as they take you through her intriguing entrepreneuri

S2E9 - Customer Love: The Art of Retaining Customers

Sep 5th, 2023 41m 12s

On this episode of the Cost 2 Boss podcast, Mike and Loren discuss customer retention. Retaining customers is important as acquiring new ones can be expensive. They explore strategies such as excellent customer service and personalizing the exp

S2E8 - Unplug and Unwind: The Importance of Small Business Owners Taking a Vacation

Aug 22nd, 2023 28m 8s

Hello there! Welcome back to the Cost 2 Boss podcast. In today's episode, Loren and Mike delve into a very important topic that all small business owners should consider-- taking a break and going on a vacation. We all know how crucial it is to

S2E7: Catching up with our friends and their businesses

Aug 8th, 2023 33m 1s

Welcome back to the latest episode of the Cost 2 Boss podcast! On this episode, Mike and Loren provide insightful updates about the lives and businesses of some of our previous guests on the show. It's always great to hear how our guests are do

S2E6: It's time to do your taxes!

Apr 4th, 2023 54m 47s

With the filing date closing in quickly, it only makes sense to dedicate this episode to one of a few things in life that are unavoidable... taxes. Mike & Loren are joined by long-time friend and certified tax professional, Tonya Scott to discu

S2E5: Read - Manifest - Work - Repeat

Mar 21st, 2023 49m 37s

This week Mike & Loren catch back up with everyone and discuss a number of topics, includingThe 3 roles in the book "E-myth"Finding GOOD peoplethe importance of building bridges in your networkManifestation - Does it actually work?They also sha

S2E4: Marketing at your pace with Cori Fonville Foster

Feb 21st, 2023 34m 32s

On this week's episode of the Cost 2 Boss podcast, Mike & Loren welcome Cori Fonville Foster, owner of IROC Marketable Business Solutions. IROC provides tailored marketing/ branding solutions to a wide range of business owners who are ready to

S2E3: Wait.. You don't have insurance?!?

Feb 8th, 2023 37m 12s

Thanks for tuning in to another episode of the Cost 2 Boss podcast. In this episode, Loren & Mike talk about business insurance and the importance of being covered. Insurance is boring, we know. But not being covered is one of the biggest mista

S2E2: Film Making, Funerals, and Pro Wrestling, Wade Simmons

Jan 26th, 2023 31m 3s

On this episode, Mike and Loren have a conversation with Wade Simmons, who is joining in from Chicago. Wade is a man with many talents and even drive. He is a funeral director by day, and a filmmaker & professional wrestler by night. The three

S2E1: New Year, New Goals

Jan 10th, 2023 29m 35s

Happy New Year, and welcome to season two of the Cost 2 Boss Podcast. In this episode Loren & Mike discuss goal setting and their plans for the podcast in 2023. Taylor also joins the show again with her own business update. Enjoy the show and L

E21: Girlfriends Nail Shoppe, Part 2

Nov 29th, 2022 39m 30s

Thanks for joining in on another episode of the Cost 2 Boss podcast. This week, Mike and Loren continue their conversation with the owners of Girlfriends Nail Shoppe, Shonelle Grant and Mica King. (If you haven't listened to part one, click her

E20: Girlfriends Nail Shoppe, Part 1

Nov 15th, 2022 31m 30s

Thanks for joining in on another episode of the Cost 2 Boss podcast. This week, Mike and Loren have a conversation with the owners of Girlfriends Nail Shoppe, Shonelle Grant and Mica King. Shonelle started the premiere shoppe over 25 years ago

E19: Embracing the Morning with Mike Kidane

Oct 26th, 2022 44m 12s

On this week's episode of the Cost 2 Boss podcast, Loren and Mike have a conversation, with real estate agent Mike Kidane. After 15+ years in the hospitality industry, Mike took a chance on himself and moved into the competitive California real

E18: What to look for when working with a marketing agency, Jessica Shely

Oct 11th, 2022 43m 42s

This week, Mike & Loren talk with another friend whom happens to be a Walnut Hills High Eagle, author, and marketing extraordinaire, Jessica Shely. Jessica is the owner of GPD creative, an award-winning marketing agency here to assist your orga

E17: Can't we just be friends?

Sep 27th, 2022 43m 47s

Welcome back to a new episode of Cost 2 Boss. On this episode, Mike & Loren discuss an issue that all entreprenuers will eventually face as their business grows, seperating friendship and . The boss can't be best friends with everyone, and If

E16: The Dog Episode: Kim Sanders-King

Sep 13th, 2022 49m 45s

This week, Mike & Loren are back with friend Kim Sanders-King. Kim operates an animal daycare business in Louisville called Sleepy Paws. The three discuss operating and scaling your passion into a business. If you have some fury critters that n

E15: Questions from the Mailbag

Aug 16th, 2022 31m 13s

This week, Mike & Loren are solo on the podcast. They provide a quick update on what's going on in their lives and then spend the rest of the episode answering numerous questions about entrepreneurial life that have been sent to them over the l

E14: Funding your Business the Right Way.

Aug 2nd, 2022 1h 2m

This week Mike & Loren chat with their longtime friends and business bankers Corey Dunn & Steve Lun to discuss business partnerships with banks and what these two experts see as good practices, as well as some pitfalls small business owners fac

E13: Building a book of business with Kept House

Jul 19th, 2022 50m 55s

This week, Mike & Loren talk to their long-time friends and owners of Kept House, Jamie McKnight and Greg Pipkins. Kept House began with Jamie and Greg's desire to support their family through tough transitional times. When Jamie's grandfather

E11: The Fat Lamb with Owner Dallas McGarity

Jul 5th, 2022 46m 53s

A few months back, Mike and Loren had. dinner at one of Louisville's best know restaurants, The Fat Lamb. After some great conversation and amazing food, they discovered that the owner's story was perfect for the podcast.Dallas started his jour