Welcome to Ranchonomics! Where we empower you to build a better ranch and transform your operation into a thriving business. This podcast is brought to you by Ranch Right LLC, and together we will look at essential strategies, mindsets, and processes needed to take command of your financials and master the business metrics that make all the difference. If you are ready to start winning at ranching, then you are in the right spot. With each episode of Ranchonomics, you will hear inspiring suc ...
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45. Succession Planning & Empowering the Next Generation
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26:01In today’s episode, host John Haskell welcomes back Kim Barker and Wally Olson to discuss the challenges and strategies of bringing the next generation back to the family ranch, as well as the process of succession planning in agricultural operations. They dive into the importance of aligning personal values when teaching and transitioning responsi…
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44. Business Coaching with Josh Kerpan, Part 2
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18:38In today’s episode, host John Haskell welcomes back Josh Kerpan to discuss how practicing mindfulness through meditation and journaling can help you gain control over your mind and emotions. Josh explains the evolving role that goals and purpose play in directing his life and why he is careful about which goals he sets for himself. Josh also shares…
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43. Business Coaching with Josh Kerpan, Part 1
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15:51Host John Haskell is joined by Josh Kerpan to explore his personal transformation as well as the role of business coaching in creating sustainability for business owners. Josh shares insights into building Kaizen Solutions, his approach to coaching and consulting for farm and ranch owners, and how aligning purpose, people, and processes drives busi…
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In this episode, host John Haskell is joined by Emilie Hopson for a conversation about human resource management and how it applies to the ranching industry. They discuss the significance of building a positive culture and developing trust and accountability within your ranch team. Emily also shares helpful insights on hiring based on character ver…
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41. Getting Started In The Cow Business When Markets Are High
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21:14Host John Haskell welcomes Wally Olson and Kim Barker to the Ranchonomics podcast to talk about the current market dynamics and the opportunities it presents. They discuss how to take advantage of the current high market conditions, as well as the effects of depreciation and deflation in the cattle market, and how to profit from favorable market si…
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In today's episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell discusses the topic of utilizing our limited time in the most beneficial ways and the power of compound growth in both personal and professional life. He highlights the significance of accurately gauging the time we have left and understanding the importance of thoughtfully investing…
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In today’s episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell welcomes back Wally Olson to discuss the concept of relative value and the current market in the cattle industry. We dive into the importance of understanding which cattle to buy and which to sell in order to create opportunities for profitability as well as why we should be looking …
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In today's episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell discusses the concept of the Kiyosaki ratio and its impact on the financial outcomes for businesses, specifically farms and ranches. John covers the relationship between asset allocation and profitability and how reinvestment strategies can lead to long-term financial growth. He also…
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37. Emergency Planning with the Bruski Family
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23:30In today’s episode, host John Haskell welcomes Abbey Bruski to discuss emergency planning and transitions in family ranching operations. They discuss the importance of having step-by-step procedures to ensure business continuity in the event of unforeseen circumstances as well as why creating a comprehensive emergency transition plan is crucial. Ab…
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In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell welcomes back Eric Moes to discuss the concepts of strategy and strategic planning in business and ranching. Eric is sharing insights from Roger Martin's book "Playing to Win," and explaining the necessity of precise strategic choices in business. We are also discussing the iterative pr…
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35. Organizational Capital with Eric Moes
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19:51In today’s episode, host John Haskell welcomes Eric Moes to discuss organizational capital and its role in transforming business operations. We cover the importance of creating organizational systems that hold business functions together and how these systems can prevent miscommunications and create consistency within the business. Eric also explai…
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34. Intrinsic Value Questions from Jared Luhman with Wally Olson
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20:44Host John Haskell welcomes Wally Olson and Jared Luhman to the show to discuss the intrinsic value of cows. They discuss market relationships and the idea of maintaining inventory value through strategic buying and selling decisions, as well as understanding depreciation, appreciating inventory value, and the importance of making informed decisions…
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33. Valuing Your Inventory & the Power of Retained Earnings with Wally Olson
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15:00In today's episode, host John Haskell welcomes back Wally Olson to discuss the importance of regularly valuing inventory and the power of retained earnings. We discuss how understanding market swings and inventory management can significantly impact profitability, as well as strategies for reinvesting earnings to create compound growth. Wally also …
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32. Marketing & Mindset for Farmers with Charlotte Smith
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24:27In today’s episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, John Haskell is joined by Charlotte Smith to discuss foundational marketing strategies and building profitable farming businesses. They dive into the difference between marketing and sales and the importance of building a solid foundation through email marketing rather than relying solely on social me…
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31. Using the Power of Mindset to Cope When the Unexpected Happens with Chloe Diegel, Part 3
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36:41In this episode, host John Haskell welcomes back Chloe Diegel to wrap up their conversation on business resiliency and the power of mindset in the wake of unexpected events. They discuss the importance and impact of mindset, the significance of intentionality in personal and business growth, how mindset affects marketing and business strategies, an…
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30. Business Resiliency When the Unexpected Happens with Chloe Diegel, Part 2
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31:28Host John Haskell welcomes back Chloe Diegel to the Ranchonomics podcast to discuss the steps she and her husband took to manage their farm and family following Alex’s accident. They dive into the importance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in creating a resilient business, the benefits of clear communication within a team, and how building …
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29. Business Resiliency When the Unexpected Happens with Chloe Diegel, Part 1
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16:17In today's episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell welcomes Chloe Diegel of Robinette Farms to discuss their story of resiliency and the impact of her husband Alex's car accident on their family. Chloe shares insights into the emotions that arise when facing such a life-altering event and how she made it through those first few month…
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28. Mindset Above All: Alex McKiernan's Resilient Journey Post-Accident, Part 3
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28:12In today’s episode, host John Haskell welcomes back Alex McKiernan to discuss the importance of mindset and the concept of contagious emotions. We dive into the power of interactions, managing emotions, and focusing on what you can control rather than what is out of your control. Alex also shares the value of self-acceptance, personal growth, and t…
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27. Mindset Above All: Alex McKiernan's Resilient Journey Post-Accident, Part 2
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10:33Alex McKiernan is returning to the Ranchonomics podcast with host John Haskell for part 2 of this 3 part conversation. In today’s episode, Alex is sharing more about his personal experiences climbing El Capitan and insights into the power of the mind in recovery and life. He also discusses society's perceptions of disability, how shifting your mind…
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26. Mindset Above All: Alex McKiernan's Resilient Journey Post-Accident, Part 1
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24:43In today's episode, host John Haskell is joined by Alex McKiernan to discuss his life-altering accident and recovery journey. Alex is sharing how he sustained a life-changing injury, the progress he has made, and the significance of mindset in navigating recovery. Alex also shares his thoughts on the role of positive outlook in physical recovery, t…
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25. Chicken Curious with Tyler Dawley, Part 2
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19:58In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell welcomes back Tyler Dawley to the podcast to continue their conversation on the challenges of raising chickens. We discuss creating environments that work with chickens’ instincts as well as the logistics of catching and transporting thousands of chickens at a time. Tyler provides infor…
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24. Chicken Curious with Tyler Dawley, Part 1
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23:42In this episode, host John Haskell welcomes Tyler Dawley to the podcast to discuss regenerative agriculture and the challenges of chicken processing. We are covering the intricacies of finding a market for chicken products and the complexities involved in USDA versus on-farm processing. Tyler also shares insights into the logistics of large-scale c…
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23. How Does Gross Margin Affect Cash Flow with Sarah Delevan
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25:14Host John Haskell welcomes back Sarah Delavan to continue the conversation on profit margins. We are delving into the impacts of gross margin on cash flow and strategies for reaching higher margins. We discuss the importance of maintaining a cash runway and the role of channel strategies in determining profitability. Sarah shares insight into the i…
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22. Let's Talk Gross Profit Margins with Sarah Delevan
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19:44In this episode of the Ranchonomics Podcast, host John Haskell is joined by Sarah Delevan to discuss gross profit margins and sustaining a growing business. We explore how borrowing and debt play essential roles in the early stages of a business and discuss strategies for growth without increasing debt. Sarah also shares insights into pricing strat…
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In this episode of the Ranchonomics Podcast, host John Haskell is joined by Taylor Moyer to discuss LandTrust and the opportunities it provides for both farmers and ranchers as well as outdoor sportsmen. Taylor shares how LandTrust connects landowners with outdoor recreation enthusiasts, allowing for monetization of various activities such as hunti…
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In today’s episode, host John Haskell welcomes back Wally Olson to talk all about market sales and effective selling and buying strategies in the cattle industry. We are discussing the importance of focusing on forward-looking relationships rather than past prices and how using simple math allows you to analyze costs and returns. Wally is also shar…
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19. Why You Want To Be In the Zone with Bob Palmer
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33:11In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell is joined by high-performance leadership expert Bob Palmer. Bob brings a wealth of experience from his work with athletes and business leaders, and is sharing his knowledge on how mental and physical strategies can transform performance not only in sports but in everyday life. We are di…
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18. The Difference of Owners & Managers and How They Think
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28:22In this episode, host John Haskell reconnects with Wally Olson to discuss the differences between how ranch owners and ranch managers think. Wally is providing valuable insight into these unique dynamics through his personal experience as a ranch manager and as a ranch lessee. We discuss the importance of resource management for the benefit of all …
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17. Annual Tax Planning with Jordan Steele
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22:57In today’s episode, host John Haskell is joined by Jordan Steele to discuss the importance of annual tax planning for those in the farming and ranching industry. Jordan shares the importance of maintaining accurate records throughout the year and potential tax liabilities that come with running a profitable business. Jordan also offers valuable ins…
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16. Value of Continuing Education with Dallas Mount
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16:01In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell welcomes guest Dallas Mount, to discuss the value of continuing education within the ranching industry. John and Dallas explore why even during financially challenging times, investing in education is crucial for the growth and sustainability of your ranching business. In this episode, …
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15. Meat Processing Business with Aaron Reese, Provident Meat Company
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21:20In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell has on guest Aaron Reese of Provident Meat Company in Fillmore, Utah to visit about his meat processing business. Aaron shares his journey of starting a meat processing plant during the pandemic and the challenges faced, specifically navigating government regulations. The discussion emp…
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14. Market Timing with Bob Metzger - Part 2
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18:11Today’s episode is part two of a two-part series about market timing. Host John Haskell sits down with guest Bob Metzger to talk about expected returns and market risks to borrowing strategies and tax advantages. Bob shares valuable insights on cattle market dynamics, the importance of long-term investment strategies, and the critical need for cont…
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13. Market Timing with Bob Metzger - Part 1
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30:25Today’s episode is part one of a two-part series about market timing. Host John Haskell sits down with guest Bob Metzger to talk about market valuation, timing, and investment strategies in both the stock and cattle markets. Bob underscores the importance of staying invested, leveraging consistent reinvestment strategies, and the power of compound …
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12. Ranch Right & Ranching for Profit are Partners with Dallas Mount
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21:42In today’s episode, host John Haskell sits down with Dallas Mount to discuss their collaborative efforts in turning ranching operations into profitable businesses. The discussion dives deep into the importance of both education and implementation, the evolving landscape of regenerative agriculture, and the complementary roles Ranch Right and Ranchi…
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In today’s special bonus episode, Cinnamon Lenhart is on the show to introduce an exciting upcoming event happening for Ranching.FYI. Cinnamon shares her background as a fifth-generation rancher and her involvement in creating Ranching.FYI. Ranching.FYI’s mission is to help ranchers make better decisions faster and one way they’re doing that is wit…
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11. Hope After Fire with Kyle & Kristin Marshall
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25:46In today’s episode, host John Haskell talks with Kyle and Kristin Marshall, ranchers from Burwell, Nebraska, about their recovery from a devastating wildfire 18 months prior. The fire, which began as a controlled burn on a neighbor's property, spread uncontrollably, destroying significant portions of their ranch. The Marshalls discuss the emotional…
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10. Building Working Capital with Walter Lynn
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30:48Today’s special guest is Walter Lynn and we’re talking all about building working capital and the importance of our approach to it right now. Walter explains the significance of understanding the dollar amount of working capital, maintaining liquidity, and setting appropriate targets. The conversation also covers strategies for improving working ca…
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9. Working with Cattle Buyers with Wally Olson
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30:10In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, we welcome guest Wally Olson to discuss working with cattle buyers. Something we hear often is how challenging it can be to work with cattle buyers; but they’re an important part of the business so today we’re sharing some advice on how to work better with cattle buyers. We’re also diving into various se…
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8. Applying Sell/Buy Principles in a Seasonal Operation with Marlene Moore
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32:29On today’s episode, we welcome special guest, Marlene Moore onto the show to talk all about applying the principles of sell/buy in a seasonal operation. She shares insights on cattle management, marketing strategies, and financial sustainability. Marlene emphasizes the importance of continuous education, effective cash management, and regenerative …
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In today’s episode, we welcome guest Wally Olson back onto the show to talk about sell buy market. In this conversation, we’re particularly focusing on cow-calf operations and seasonal grazing. We discuss how ranchers can optimize profitability by strategically managing cattle sales and purchases, considering factors like calving dates, market cond…
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6. The Cattle Market is High with Bud and Rusty Williamson
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15:35On today’s episode, we have Rusty and Bud Williamson, co-owners of Williamson Land & Cattle, on the show to share their thoughts on the sentiment that the cattle market is high. The conversation highlights the complexities and nuances of the cattle market and how you can’t just simply say it’s high, because it depends on so many factors and angles.…
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5. Marketing Breeding Stock with Bud and Rusty Williamson
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20:46On today’s episode, we have Rusty and Bud Williamson, co-owners of Williamson Land & Cattle, on the show to talk all about marketing breeding stock. They discuss their transition from a traditional family ranch to a successful business in marketing breeding stock. The Williamsons share insights on overcoming challenges, the importance of effective …
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4. Applying Sell Buy Marketing in Sheep with Aaron Helmick
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32:10In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell welcomes guest Aaron Helmick to talk all about sell buy marketing in sheep. They discuss how Aaron uses this strategy to optimize cash flow and profitability in his sheep and cattle operations. Aaron shares his journey into sell by marketing, the importance of building relationships wit…
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3. Cow Depreciation and Cow Longevity with Wally Olson
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29:55In today’s episode, we welcome guest Wally Olson to the show to talk about cow depreciation and longevity. Wally argues that the traditional approach to cow depreciation is flawed and emphasizes the importance of tracking inventory value to improve profitability. He challenges the notion that cows cannot pay for themselves until they are eight year…
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2. Putting Cattle Out with Other People with Wally Olson
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17:32In this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast, host John Haskell welcomes guest Wally Olson to discuss a collaborative strategy in the ranching business. Wally explains how putting cattle out with other ranchers can expand one's business without additional overhead costs. He highlights the benefits of different geographical locations and diversifying…
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Welcome to the first episode of the Ranchonomics podcast! In this episode, host John Haskell introduces the show and his company, emphasizing the business side of ranching. The episode underscores the value of mentorship, teamwork, and continuous learning in the ranching industry. We are so happy to have you alongside us as we explore the intersect…
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Welcome to Ranchonomics! Where we empower you to build a better ranch and transform your operation into a thriving business. This podcast is brought to you by Ranch Right LLC, and together we will look at essential strategies, mindsets, and processes needed to take command of your financials and master the business metrics that make all the differe…
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