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Episode 74: Mastering Cash Flow and Financial Planning for Small Businesses

In this episode of Emerge Dynamics, David and Eric delve into the critical financial challenges faced by small and lower middle market businesses. They highlight the importance of effective cash flow management and the risks of overleveraging. Drawing insights from the Harvard Business Review article “A Small Business Is Not a Little Big Business,” they…

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Episode 73: Navigating Employee Retention in Challenging Times

In this episode of Emerge Dynamics, hosts David and Eric discuss the challenges and strategies related to employee retention in the middle market business environment. They explore the impact of the yield curve inversion and how companies can create a culture that retains highly trained employees, balancing professional development with genuine organizational loyalty. The conversation…

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Episode 72: Understanding Price Controls: From Hurricanes to Global Tariffs

In this episode of Emerge Dynamics, David and Eric discuss the profound impact of price controls, particularly during emergencies. They explore why price controls often fail, using examples like hurricanes and fuel shortages, and delve into the unintended consequences of such policies. Additionally, they touch on tariffs and import subsidies in a global economy, offering…

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Episode 71: Who’s afraid of price controls? I am

In this episode of the Emerge Dynamics podcast, David and Eric dive into the topic of price controls, examining their historical context, economic theory, and practical implications for business owners. They discuss how price controls, often instituted by governments, impact supply and demand, leading to market distortions and shortages. Using examples such as the dairy…

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Episode 70: Navigating Market Volatility & Employment Trends

In this episode, David and Eric dive into the recent stock market volatility and its impacts on the economy. They discuss the latest employment report, trends in the job market, and what these might mean for private company owners and managers. The episode covers practical advice on navigating economic downturns, reflections on previous episodes about…

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Episode 69: Navigating Today’s Economic Turbulence

In this episode of the Emerge Dynamics podcast, David and Eric discuss the current state of the economy, interest rates, and how business owners can navigate uncertain times. They explore topics like the impact of political events on the economy, strategic financial planning, and the future of real estate pricing. Visit us at www.emergedynamics.com

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Episode 68: Finding Purpose & Passion in Business

In this episode of the Emerge Dynamics Podcast, David and Eric discuss the importance of purpose and passion in business. They elaborate on how purpose can drive business success beyond financial metrics like EBITDA and sales. They also provide practical exercises and real-life examples to help businesses find and cultivate their true purpose, emphasizing the…

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Episode 67: A Forgotten Tool in Raising Funds: Convertible Debt

In this episode, Eric and David delve into the crucial topic of raising capital for businesses. They explore the various reasons why businesses might need to raise funds and effective strategies and tools to do so successfully. Convertible debt is a powerful tool that offers attractive features to both investors and entrepreneurs. It can often…

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Episode 66: The Most Talked About Topic These Days: Jobs

Eric and David delve into the evolving nature of work and its impact on individuals and businesses. Work dynamics are changing and the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ jobs report doesn’t fully pick up everything you need to know. We discuss the entry of young people into the workforce, choices of baby boomers to stay in…

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Episode 65: Culture Eats Strategy For Breakfast

https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/CIVPART https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2018/11/20/why-does-culture-eat-strategy-for-breakfast/?sh=1d5c1841e098 https://www.thealternativeboard.com/blog/culture-eats-strategy#:~:text=The%20culture%20eats%20strategy%20for,that%20make%20all%20the%20difference In this episode, We discuss the popular slogan, “culture eats strategy for breakfast”. Our current event topic is the jobs report. It doesn’t always tell you what you think it is telling you. The labor force does not seem to be growing. It underscores the need to have a culture built upon…

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