The Ultimate Productivity Hacks for Business Owners

Best and Worst Businesses to Own - Tier List

What’s the best kind of business to own in 2025—and what’s an absolute nightmare? In this episode, we’re ranking all types of businesses from S-tier to bottom-of-the-barrel. From restaurants to retail shops, service-based to product-based, solo hustles to big operations—we’re breaking it all down based on lifestyle, scalability, stress, startup costs, and more.Whether you're dreaming of owning a business or already deep in the trenches, this episode is full of insight, laughs, and hard truths. Which business models made the top—and which ones would we never touch again?💼 Tune in for our hottest takes, biggest surprises, and a few controversial picks.

Should You Increase Your Prices?

Feeling overbooked or underpaid? In this episode, we dive into the hard but necessary moves: how to raise your prices and when it’s time to start a waitlist. Whether you’re a service provider, a creative, or running a local shop, knowing your value is key to staying sustainable — and profitable. 🎙️ A real-world conversation between a home designer and a restaurant owner, both navigating growth, demand, and boundaries. ✅ Signs it's time to raise your rates ✅ How to communicate pricing changes without losing trust ✅ When a waitlist is smart — and how to manage it well If you’re feeling the pinch of too much work and not enough margin, this one’s for you.

Can't Miss Interview Tips from Business Owners

In this episode, we’re breaking down the biggest red flags and common mistakes people make in interviews — from awkward first impressions to answers that secretly tank your chances.🎙️ Hear it from both sides of the table: a restaurant owner and a home designer who’ve interviewed (and hired or passed on) dozens of candidates. ❌ What not to say ❌ How to avoid coming off as unprepared or over-rehearsed ❌ Subtle habits that send the wrong signal Whether you’re looking for a job or hiring for your small business, this one’s packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

The Ultimate Productivity Hacks for Business Owners

Ready to get more done without burning out? In this episode, we’re sharing the ultimate productivity hacks for small business owners — the tools, habits, and mindset shifts that actually work when you're wearing all the hats. 🎙️ Real talk from a home designer and a restaurant owner, navigating the chaos and making it count. ✅ Time-saving tips ✅ Delegation tricks ✅ Systems that scale Hit play, take notes, and get your time and sanity back.

Letting ChatGPT Run Our Businesses - AI for Business Part 2

What happens when two small business owners hand over the reins to artificial intelligence? In this episode, we dive into the wild experiment of letting ChatGPT make key decisions for our home design firm and restaurant. From marketing plans to client emails, scheduling, and even menu suggestions—how far can AI really go in running a business?We share what worked, what went sideways, and how AI tools like ChatGPT are changing the way we think about entrepreneurship, creativity, and control. If you’ve ever wondered whether AI could be your assistant, your partner, or even your boss, this one’s for you.🎙️ Hosts: Evan Costas, Restaurant Owner + Adam Steiner, Home Designer📍 Real talk from the front lines of local business💬 Leave a comment: Would you trust ChatGPT to run your business?👍 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss the next episode!