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CEO Bros is an entertaining weekly podcast hosted by the Balduf Brothers and Matt Croke. Brian and Brad Balduf are successful entrepreneurs and CEOs with hundreds of engaging and insightful stories from the trenches. They talk about everything from the challenges of starting a business, to the exhilaration of growing the business, to the ultimate satisfaction of selling a business. They share real-life stories and lessons in an engaging and candid 'after hours' conversation moderated by Matt ...
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Episode 16 is a continuation of episode 15 in which the guys discuss marketing. The conversation picks up with the Five Ps of Marketing: The hosts revisit and confirm the core elements of a marketing strategy, starting with a slightly adjusted version of the traditional four Ps and adding a fifth, people. People: Product: . Place: Price: Promotion:…
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The discussion in Episode 15 of CEO Bros - after hours initially focuses on podcast viewership statistics, highlighting a significant audience in Australia, and then transitions into a detailed review of essential marketing concepts, particularly the "Five Ps" of marketing, aimed at business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. Key Themes & Important…
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#14 Professional Service Partners - Getting the most from your accountants and attorneys
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Navigating professional service partners for entrepreneurs and growing businesses. Episode 14 of the CEO Bros podcast, featuring co-founders Brian Balduf (BHT Studios) and Brad Balduf (By Your Side Autism Therapy Services) with host Matt Croak, delves into the critical, yet often underestimated, roles of professional service providers for entrepren…
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#13 Leadership - Keys to success in leading your business
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This episode of ‘CEO Bros - after hours’ is a discussion about leadership, exploring different styles and the importance of adaptability based on the situation. Brian and Brad share contrasting views on leadership, with one emphasizing developing employees and the other focusing on setting a vision and letting experts execute. They discuss the sign…
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#12 Hiring for your business - How to create the best role description and find the ideal team members
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The hosts, Brian Balduf (VHT Studios), Brad Balduf (By Your Side Autism Therapy Services), and Matt Croak (host), discuss the nuances of effective hiring, emphasizing the importance of clearly defining roles, identifying desired traits beyond basic skills, conducting in-depth interviews, and the often-overlooked value of references and the onboardi…
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#11 Real estate investing as a business pt. 2
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This episode is a continuation of a previous conversation about investing in real estate, specifically focusing on the pros and cons, potential pitfalls, and practical advice for listeners interested in becoming real estate investors. Key Themes and Ideas: Encouragement to Invest in Real Estate: Benefits of Real Estate Investing (Pros): Appreciatio…
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#10 How to start investing in real estate as a business
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This episode of the CEO Bros podcast pivots from general entrepreneurship to focus specifically on real estate investing as a way to build wealth, particularly for individuals starting or running their own companies. The conversation centers on residential real estate investment strategies and provides insights based on Brad Balduf's extensive pers…
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#8 Disaster Strikes - Now What? Leadership through adversity
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Business disasters is the topic of Episode #8. The trio discuss various types of disasters, the impacts on the business and most importantly - how to lead through a disaster. Brian and Brad each share stories of catastrophes that had the potential to destroy their businesses. Ironically, the CEO Bros podcast encountered a few minor disasters with t…
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#9 The sacrifices and satisfaction of starting your own business - Is it all worth it?
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CEO Bros: The Entrepreneurial Journey Episode 9 of the CEO Bros podcast delves into the less glamorous but crucial realities of starting and running a business. Moving beyond tactical business advice, the hosts, Brad and Brian, share personal anecdotes and insights focusing on the significant sacrifices and compromises entrepreneurs must make, part…
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#7 Communication is Critical for a successful company
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Episode #7 of the CEO Bros podcast focuses on the critical importance of communication in all aspects of business, from startups to large corporations and across internal and external stakeholders. The hosts, Brian Balduf, Brad Balduf, and Matt Croke, emphasize that effective communication goes far beyond simply sending a message; it requires clari…
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#6 Building a strong culture at a new business
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Episode #6 is a discussion about the significance of company culture. The hosts, Brad Balduf and Brian Balduf, along with Matt Croke, explore how leadership sets the tone for workplace environments, the challenges of maintaining culture, and the impact of both positive and negative cultural elements on a business's success. They share personal anec…
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#5 The most important thing in starting a new business - Get Customers!
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CEO Bros - after hours Episode #5 Main Themes: Customer Acquisition Strategies: The episode extensively covers different approaches to gaining new customers, ranging from direct outreach to leveraging existing networks and exploring new channels. The Value of Customers and Cost of Acquisition (CoA): A significant portion of the discussion revolves …
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#4 Startup capital and growth funding for a new business
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Episode #4: The CEO Bros discuss startup capital; Why it's important, sources, pros and cons of the various types of funding options for Founders. They also discuss the difference between startup capital and growth funding. As usual, they share some very candid stories of their own successes and failures in raising capital. The discussion also touc…
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Starting a business - Names, Logos and The Business Plan
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The CEO Bros discuss the importance of writing a business plan, what should be included, why it's important and how to use it. They also discuss coming up with a name for a business, desigining a logo for a business and the thought processes behind each.By CEO Bros
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Foundational Decisions When Starting a New Business
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This podcast episode of "CEO Bros - After Hours" delves into foundational decisions that new business owners often underestimate, but which can significantly impact their success or failure. The hosts (Brian Balduf, Brad Balduf, and Matt Croke) identify and discuss key considerations that go beyond the initial excitement of an idea and before basic…
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The Psychology of starting a new business
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The podcast features brothers Brian and Brad Balduf, both successful CEOs, and their host, Matt Croke, an international entertainer. The inaugural episode focuses on the psychology and practicalities of starting a business, drawing on their personal experiences and insights. The overarching theme revolves around the idea that while many have ideas …
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