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NextGen Strategies
Welcome to the NextGen Strategies Podcast, the podcast for modern strategies to help family-owned, small businesses grow and compete. Join long-time friends Grant Covault, marketing strategist and owner of GC Strategies, and Tyler Davis, CPA and owner of DAT CPA, as they interview subject experts on a variety of subjects such as leadership, marketing, finance, operations and much more. If you are a current business leader, aspiring entrepreneur, or just someone looking to get the scoop on the…
Episodes
- NextGen Strategies
Budgets Are Broken: The Q4 Reset You Need
It’s Q4. Most businesses are setting next year’s budget on a revenue number nobody knows yet. There’s a better way to plan for 2027. In this episode of the…
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Hiring Interns and Entry-Level Talent: How to Get It Right
Most small businesses don’t have a big internship program or a college down the street sending them talent. When they do bring in an intern or an entry-level…
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Season 3 Kick Off | Nothing Replaces Real: Marketing & Money in 2026
We're back for Season 3! In this episode, Grant Covault (Fractional CMO, GC Strategies) and Tyler Davis (CPA, DAT Finance) look back at 2026 from both sides of…
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Season 2 Final Recap
What started as a season of individual conversations turned into a clear pattern, and in this finale, Grant and Tyler pull it all together to name the themes…
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State of Business 2026
Headlines say the market is at an all time high, but does that actually mean anything for your small and mid-sized business? In this episode, we break down the…
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The Power of Saying Yes | Andrew Lawrence
Andrew Lawrence took a swing on a cold call from a Detroit recruiter for a financial position and quickly ended up as CEO of that 150-year-old company before…
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Quality Service Lasts Generations | Kimmel Corporation
What does it take for a fourth-generation family business to compete with national brands and keep growing? In this episode of NextGen Strategies, we sit down…
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How Authentic Brands Win Online | AR Marketing
Most businesses think they have a marketing problem. In reality, it’s usually a brand problem. In this episode, we sit down with Melissa and Blake from AR…
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Adapting Through Every Cycle | Shawn Bowshier
What does it actually take to survive the ups and downs of business over decades? In this episode of the NextGen Strategies Podcast, we sit down with Shawn…
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Business Built Carefully | Part Two with Chris Haines
Part 2 of our conversation with Chris Haines continues his story around both personal and business growth. In this episode, Chris talks about his additional…
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Business Built Carefully | Part One with Chris Haines
Chris Haines never set out to build the company Marias Technology eventually became. What started as a technology services operation tied to the insurance…
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Beating the Third Generation Curse
Episode Summary What does it take to break the “third generation curse” in family business? Jamie McGregor joins us on the shop floor at McGregor Metal to talk…
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The Financial Side of Ownership
Business ownership changes more than your role. It changes how money moves, how taxes apply, and how decisions impact you personally. In this episode of the…
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Events and Tradeshows in 2026
Episode summary A lot of companies treat tradeshows like a box to check. They show up because “it’s an industry thing,” spend real money, then wonder why…
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Leadership That Lasts with Nathan Stuckey
In this episode of the NextGen Strategies Podcast, we sit down with Nathan Stuckey, founder of Stuckey Law Firm, to talk about leadership that lasts. Nathan…
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Leveraging LinkedIn Social Selling
LinkedIn has grown into one of the most practical channels for B2B growth, and it’s still one of the few places where consistent, human activity can outperform…
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Two Jobs, One Leap: Mo Carpenter’s Journey into Real Estate
Episode Summary In this episode of the Next Gen Strategies podcast, Grant and Tyler sit down with Mo Carpenter of Gallery Homes Real Estate to unpack what it…
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Getting Real About AI and ChatGPT
Episode Summary In this episode, Grant Covault and Tyler Davis get real about AI and the way tools like ChatGPT actually fit into day to day business. They dig…
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Untangling Payroll: Taxes, Tips & Pay
Grant and Tyler hit the road to HR Butler’s new Columbus office to talk payroll, taxes, and total compensation with Tyler and Trent from HR Butler. From…
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Season 2 Nextgen Reloaded
We’re back. In this episode, Grant Covault and Tyler Davis kick off Season 2 by reflecting on what we learned from last year, what’s changing this year, and…
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New Tax Bill Explained: Small Business Owners, Don’t Miss This
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ In this episode…
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Why Company Culture Matters: Leadership Insights From a 75‑Year Family Business
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ Want to Learn…
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How to Hire and Build the Right Team for Your Business | Entrepreneurs’ Guide
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ In this episode…
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How to Scale Your Business WITHOUT Burning Cash
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ In this episode…
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Why BAD Communication Is Ruining Your Businesses Reputation!
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ In this episode…
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Want to Scale Your Business? Bring in a COO, Not More Employees
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ What To Learn…
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You Won't Succeed As An Entrepreneur Without These 5 Traits
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ In this episode…
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Grow Your Business With Podcasting: The Long-Term Strategy Most Ignore
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ Want to learn…
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Stop Working IN Your Business – Start Scaling With The RIGHT Team!
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ Want to learn…
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Are You Ready To Sell Your Business? Understanding The Three Pillars of Exit Planning!
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ Show Notes: In…
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How do you create a successful marketing strategy? A CMO’s 3 Step Process
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ In this episode…
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5 Ways to Save THOUSANDS on Your Business Taxes!
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ Show Notes: In…
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Is Healthcare Failing You Or Your Business? There’s a Better Way!
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ Check Out…
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Marketing In 2025 Is DIFFERENT - Here's Why
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ Show Notes: In…
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Creating a Strong Product Strategy Is KEY For Business Success
In this episode of the "Next Gen Strategies Podcast," Grant Covault, Tyler Davis, and guest Paul Miklautsch discuss strategies for family-owned small…
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2025 Business Planning: 3 KEY Steps You MUST DO!
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ In this episode…
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Donald Trump Is Making Changes To Our Tax Laws In 2025!
Want to learn more about Grant? | CLICK HERE https://thegcstrategies.com/ Want to learn more about Tyler? | CLICK HERE https://www.datcpa.net/ In this episode…
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Customer Retention: Show Appreciation To Your Clientele This Holiday Season!
In this episode of the "Next Gen Strategies" podcast, hosts Grant Covault and Tyler Davis explore innovative ways for family-owned small businesses to show…
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How To Create Strategic Partnerships and Grow Your Business In 2024
In this episode of the Next Gen Strategies podcast, Grant Covault and Tyler Davis discuss the evolving landscape of marketing and sales, emphasizing the…
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QuickBooks Online: Best Accounting Software in 2024?
In this episode of the "Next Gen Strategies Podcast," Grant Covault and Tyler Davis discuss the critical role of accounting software for small and family-owned…
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Use These Tools To Become More Efficient In Your Business in 2024!
In this episode of the "Next Gen Strategies Podcast," Grant Covault and Tyler Davis explore the transformative power of video tools like Loom and Vidyard in…
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The Best Tips For Growing Your Established Business in 2024!
In this episode of the "Next Gen Strategies Podcast," Grant Covault and Tyler Davis discuss strategies for scaling mature businesses with established teams…
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The BEST Strategies for Scaling Your Small Business Effectively
In this episode of the "Next Gen Strategies Podcast," Grant Covault and Tyler Davis explore the intricacies of scaling small businesses. They emphasize the…
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Solo Entrepreneur | Looking to scale your small business to the next level?
In the first episode of a three-part series called scaling, marketing strategist Grant Covault and CPA Tyler Davis discuss scaling for solopreneurs. They…
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Helping Small Businesses Scale for Success | Welcome To Our New Podcast
In this podcast episode, Grant Covault, owner of GC Strategies, and Tyler Davis, CPA and owner of DAT CPA, introduce themselves and their backgrounds. Grant…