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One Step Better Podcast
Tune in for insight to help small business owners and their teams get One Step Better every day. You'll gain practical tools to help you improve processes and empower your team.
Episodes
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The First 90 Days with Patrick Accounting
In this episode, Mike and Matt discuss the first 90 days of working with Patrick Accounting, outlining what clients can expect during this crucial onboarding…
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Why Owing More In Taxes Is A GOOD Thing
In this episode of the One Step Better Podcast, Mike and Matt discuss the often misunderstood topic of taxes, particularly why owing more in taxes can be seen…
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BIGGEST Tax Mistakes To Avoid In Business
In this episode of the One Step Better Podcast, hosts Mike and Matt delve into common tax mistakes made by businesses, emphasizing the importance of good…
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The Client Journey: What Success Looks Like With Patrick Accounting
In this episode, Mike and Matt introduce the concept of The Client's Journey, focusing on simplifying financial complexities for business owners. They discuss…
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Celebrating St. Patrick's Day with Patrick Accounting
In this episode of the One Step Better Business Podcast, Matt and Mike celebrate St. Patrick's Day while discussing the origins and growth of Patrick…
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The Four Biggest Accounting Challenges for Business Owners
In this episode, Matt and Mike discuss the common pain points that small business owners face when dealing with their accounting needs. They explore the…
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Best Places To Work: The Value of Employee Satisfaction
In this episode, Mike and Matt discuss the significance of being recognized as one of the best places to work in the Memphis area. They share insights on the…
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Trust in Business: Why It Matters
In this episode of the One Step Better Business Podcast, Mike and Matt discuss the critical role of trust in business relationships. They explore how trust is…
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Lessons Learned from 20 Years in Business
In this episode of the One Step Better Business Podcast, hosts Mike Shaeffer and Matthew Patrick reflect on their 20-year journey in business, discussing the…
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We're BACK! And We're REBOOTED!
In this episode of the One Step Better Business Podcast, hosts Mike and Matt reconnect after a hiatus, and look towards the future.
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Habits of a Good Business Owner: CHECK-INS
Do you have a pulse on your team? Are your meetings purposeful and efficient? Today, Matt and Mike discuss the importance of regular check-ins and one-on-ones…
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Habits of a Good Business Leader: MONEY MANAGEMENT
"If I made all that money, why don't I have anything in my bank account?" We hear this question often. The truth is, keeping track of where your money is and…
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Habits of a Good Business Leader: PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
It's the new year, it's a new start! As you're setting goals for your business, it's only right to take some time to look inward as well. Season 3 begins with…
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Decsion-Making as a Business Leader - REPOST
This week, Mike and Matt discuss the pitfall of making short-sighted decisions. Yes, hiring the overdramatic waiter will be a short-term solution to your…
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Holiday Bonusing as Small Business Owner
Happy Holidays! Short episode today, but we touch on a quick tip for you small business owners. Take a listen! #smallbusiness #businessleadership #holidayseason
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Setting BUSINESS GOALS for 2024
Goal-setting — it’s the necessary, often dreaded, foundation-laying that always happens this time of year. But many of us make those goals only to lose focus a…
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20 Years in Business - An Owner's Reflection
Patrick Accounting is turning 20, so this week we get to hear from the owner and founder himself, Matt Patrick. Matt started the firm out of our house and…
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Developing a BUSINESS BUDGET for 2024
Budgets are the map and the guardrails for a successful business. Knowing how to establish a realistic one, however, is no easy task. Tune in today to hear…
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Happy Thanksgiving!
We'll be back next week with our regular programming. Until then, enjoy turkey day!
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Using AI and NEW TECH in the Small Business Space
What’s YOUR favorite AI tool?? Keeping up with all the emerging tech is a full-time job, and if you’re working at a small business, it’s likely you’re already…
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How do you manage PAPER in your workplace?
Do you think we'll live to see the day when no paper is used in the business setting? Join Matt and Mike to ponder this question and talk through some best…
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How to Get Your Team On Board with Technology Changes
Tech is always changing, but change is hard. As a business leader, it’s crucial to stay up to date and efficient with your softwares & processes, but how can…
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PEOPLE, PROCESSES, or TOOLS - which is the cause of my problem?
When an issue arises in your business, what tends to be the cause? Who - or what - do you address first? It can sometimes be tricky to figure out the source of…
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The People Series: Soft Skills vs Hard Skills
Which is most important to have in an employee - technical expertise or interpersonal abilities? The debate between "soft" skills and "hard" skills has long…
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The People Series: Are Your People REALLY Your Greatest ASSET?
Everyone says it: "You people are your greatest asset." But is it true...? Tune in to join the debate, and hear Matt & Mike discuss the problems with and value…
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The People Series: How to Make Your Employees Feel Appreciated
Hiring is tougher than ever which means retaining your top talent is more essential than ever. How do you do that? A lot of it boils down to appreciation. Join…
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The People Series: When to FIRE, When to DEVELOP
The work hasn't been getting done, so now what? Do you fire them? Or do you just need to develop them a bit more? This is a common dilemma for business owners…
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The People Series: WHEN to Hire
You're launching a new product and need some more manpower. You lost a third of your workers and it's busy season. Intentional hiring is important all the…
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Mistakes Business Owners Make with BONUSES and COMPENSATION
When you give out bonuses, does it feel like an obligation or a motivation? Everyone loves a good bonus, but as an employer, it’s important to think through…
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Top 5 Hiring Mistakes Small Business Owners Make
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again - hiring is HARD. But doing it right is crucial to the success of a business, especially a small business! Listen…
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Competing in the Job Market as a SMALL BUSINESS
Hiring is harder than ever, ESPECIALLY as a small business. Finding candidates who are flexible and fearlessly self-motivated is even more difficult. Tune in…
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How Pricing Impacts Your PROFIT
Profit - it’s the goal of almost every business owner. But it can be a bit of a riddle to figure out. Listen to today’s episode to hear Matt & Mike break down…
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Do you have BAD DEBT?
Debt is a tool that can be helpful if you know how to use it. The question is, do you know how to wield it? 🗡 Many business owners and entrepreneurs need to go…
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The Problem with IMITATING Your Competition
Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but it’s not the best business plan. Listen in to hear Mike and Matt discuss the balancing act of learning…
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The Mistakes Business Owners Make with DECISION-MAKING
We’re back and talking about the most common mistakes we see business owners make! This week, Mike and Matt discuss the pitfall of making short-sighted…
One Step Better PodcastThe Essential Year-End Checklist for Businesses
Is your business ready for year-end? What have you been putting off? The end of the year is an exciting, whirlwind of a time. But it also means a lot of rigid…
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The Importance of Giving and Volunteering in the Workplace
What cause are you supporting this giving season? It's true - this is the time of year many of us focus on giving and Thanksgiving. But is this practice…
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HR Numbers You Need to Know - Why Size Matters
Are you certain your business is compliant? Business growth can happen fast and when it does, administering notices and federal policies can be the last thing…
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Advancement Opportunities in a Small Business
Can someone have significant career growth at a small business? Advancement opportunities are a huge motivator in the workplace, especially for the younger…
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Open Enrollment
Have you started preparing for open enrollment? Benefits are an important part of an organization. But they can be confusing for both employers and employees…
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How to Train New Employees Effectively
What's your best tip for training a new employee? New hire onboarding can be tricky to get right. If you spend too short teaching them the ropes, they won't be…
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Recruiting Metrics to Track for Better Hires
What's the best way to get your applicants to show up to the interview? Now more than ever, recruiting is a complicated and tricky game. No one knows this…
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The New HCM and Benefits Services from Whirks
For many small business owners, offering benefits can be a burden because of the administrative and financial strain it puts on them. Balancing communication…
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How to Launch a New Product or Service
What service or product do your customers wish you had the most? Happy customers lead to happy business owners. Customer satisfaction is key, but do their…
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What I didn't Know When I Started My Business
BUSINESS OWNERS – If you could do it all again, what would you tell your day 1 self? 💼 Starting and running a business is no easy feat. There are endless…
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How to Inflation-Proof Your Business
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Recruiting Best Practices
🤔Do your biases keep you from hiring great people? 💼Interviewing can be an arduous process. But it can quickly become more effective and streamlined when you…
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The Benefits of a Business Peer Group
Who has helped you get your business or career off the ground? Building a business can be a daunting process. You don't know what you don't know, and while…
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How to Scale Your Business Profitably
📈 Growth is exciting, but it looks different for each business. Knowing your WHY for growth will not only help you stay profitable through your growing pains…
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The Mistakes Business Owners make with Insurance
Have you reviewed your insurance policies lately? Insurance can often get pushed to the bottom of the priority list. Reality is, many business owners don't…
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The Ideal Benefits for Employees
Pet insurance. Technology stipends. Flexible work hours. Gone are the days of your standard, simple benefits packages. In today's competitive hiring market…
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Balancing Work Boundaries and Productivity
As summer comes to a close, many schedules are filling up with new routines and commitments. Unfortunately, work doesn't just go away when your schedule fills…
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Using Video in Your Business Strategy
Do you make and share videos of yourself? To some, that sounds easy. To many, it sounds terrifying. But the saying is true– we are our own worst critics– and…
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Not Everyone's an Accountant
Amortization, equity accounts, P&L statements, debits & credits, depreciation… accounting lingo can often feel like a foreign language. As a business leader…
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PTO and Time Off Policies
It's summertime and many employees are taking some days off to go sit by the pool, visit family, or travel abroad. PTO and time off policies contribute to an…
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Is Software Enough?
In our digital age, there seems to be a software solution for everything. But just like any new gadget, implementing a software solution often comes with a…
One Step Better PodcastThe Ins and Outs of Working with a Franchise
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a franchisee? In today's episode of the #OneStepBetter Podcast, Jeff & Renee Hall share their experience of…
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The Importance of a Mid-Year Check-In
We're halfway through the year and soaking up the summer sun. But is your business on track to hit the objectives you laid out for yourself in January? The…
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Using Your Values as a Framework for Everything
How do you make decisions about the day-to-day operations in your company? How do you determine whether or not your latest interviewee will be a good hire that…