The Small Business Blueprint

Tips to Opening a Storefront For Your Small Business with Guillermo Sanchez

Opening up a physical storefront as a small business owner presents its own set of challenges—and picking the perfect location for your business is at the very top of that list. But what happened to the small businesses that had to close their storefront due to the pandemic? In our newest episode of the Small Business Blueprint, our host, Alex Patterson, welcomes Guillermo Sanchez, owner of Route 6 Coffee & Smoothies. Learn about how the Route 6 team overcame the pandemic-driven obstacles that affected their coffee shop in order to keep their loyal customers satisfied.

Leveraging Technology to Improve Your Business Processes with Chase Shugarman

There’s no denying that technological advancements have changed our lives for the better—and even though some industries are slow adaptors, leveraging these digital developments are pivotal for any business to drive sustainable growth and success. In this episode of the Small Business Blueprint podcast, our host Alex Patterson welcomes Chase Shugarman, the President of Shugarman’s Bath, a bathroom remodeling company in San Diego. Alex and Chase talk about the benefits that technology has had on the remodeling industry, specifically to help streamline and manage communication with clients. Learn how Shugarman’s Bath maximized touch points throughout the customer journey to drive fast growth and boost the success of their family-owned business.

How to Turn Your Side Hustle Into a Full-Time Business with Mario Flores

Having a side hustle is a great way to diversify your income, try new things, and explore potential career opportunities. If you’re motivated enough, you could even turn your passion into a full-time business. But making the switch isn’t as simple as it sounds—and definitely not something you can do overnight. In this episode of the Small Business Blueprint, our host Alex Patterson welcomes Mario Flores, owner and operator of MND Automotive Management. Alex and Mario shed light on the side-hustle-turned-business concept, discuss some key traits that every small business should encompass, and chat about the importance of establishing trust with customers early on. Hear all the dos and don’ts Mario has learned on his journey of turning his part-time passion project into a full-time business.

Building a Foundation for Long-Term Customer Relationships in the Pet Grooming Industry with Rudy V. and Anthony Rey

Pet owners know how important it is to provide proper care to their furry friends, making pet grooming a business worth considering. With more people becoming pet owners over the last year and a half, the entire industry has blossomed. But what does it take for a pet groomer to stand out in such a competitive space? In this episode of the Small Business Blueprint podcast, our host, Alex Patterson, chats with Rudy V. and Anthony Rey, professional groomers and hosts of Groomer Humor on Pet Life Radio. Alex, Rudy, and Anthony discuss today's pet grooming industry, the importance of education, and the foundation of a fruitful and long-term customer-groomer relationship.

Reaching Success in the Middle of Supply Shortages, Rising Prices, and a Pandemic with Ryan Ramming

Many businesses suffered severe losses during the pandemic, and now, owners are looking for ways to bring their business back to their feet. But what about entrepreneurs who started their business journeys in the middle of the pandemic? How did they decide to take that step? In today's episode of Small Business Blueprint, our host, Alex Patterson, talks with Ryan Ramming, the owner and founder of Sections Fine Meats. Ryan and Alex discuss what it was like to work in the middle of the pandemic, uncover the most common challenges Ryan's team faces on a daily basis, and how a business model based on nostalgia helped them stand out.