Best Steve Coughran Podcasts (2024)

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59: Why You Should Love What You Do In Business 21:07

1d ago21:07

21:07

Join me as I delve deep into the core of entrepreneurial success: passion. I'm Steve Coughran, a seasoned entrepreneur turned CFO sharing why passion isn't just a buzzword but a vital ingredient for sustainable business growth. Passion fuels perseverance, creativity, and resilience in the face of challenges. It's what transforms a job into a callin…

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119: How to Read An Income Statement Like a CFO 23:16

3d ago23:16

23:16

Ever wished you could interpret your company's income statement like a seasoned CFO? Unlock the secrets of financial literacy in my latest episode, where I break down the income statement into its core elements—revenue, expenses, and profits. Just as fluency in a new language opens doors to a new culture, mastering financial statements empowers you…

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Making Peace with Letting Somone Down 39:44

3d ago39:44

39:44

TOPIC This week we’re discussing “Making Peace with Letting Someone Down” PAIN POINT It’s easy to think making peace is “avoiding conflict” or “not standing up for yourself” because things do appear peaceful, but a lot of times, getting to a place of peace requires conflict or boundaries—and it’s really hard to do. How do we make peace with letting…

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58: Adversity to Advantage with Raph Mcgowan 19:42

7d ago19:42

19:42

Welcome to the Business Strategy podcast. I'm your host, Steve Coughran. Join me and guest speaker Raph McGowan as we delve into the extraordinary journey of turning trials into triumphs and adversity into success. In this compelling conversation, we explore the real-life experiences and hard-earned wisdom of our guest speaker, a seasoned entrepren…

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118: Your Vision, Your Future 9:01

10d ago9:01

9:01

In today’s fast-paced world, it's easy to lose sight of our true aspirations amidst daily demands. Consider this episode your weekly dose of inspiration and practical advice, helping you to pause, reflect, and realign with your life's purpose. By spending time intentionally plotting your goals, you’ll cultivate a clearer vision of your future, make…

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Is it Peace or Denial? 42:14

11d ago42:14

42:14

TOPIC This week we’re discussing “Is It Peace or Denial” PAIN POINT We thought we had forgiven the person who hurt us, but our feelings don’t reflect it. We were expecting to stop feeling angry and hurt after we forgave. We’re expecting peace and relief. But the pain remains. Does this mean we didn’t truly forgive them? How do we know if we’ve real…

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57: Pricing Hacks to Grow Your Bottom Line with Mark Stiving 31:16

14d ago31:16

31:16

Welcome to the Business Strategy podcast. I'm your host, Steve Coughran. In today's episode we delve deep into the art of pricing optimization, accompanied by guest speaker Mark Stiving, who will share his expertise in the field of business. In this captivating conversation, we unravel the hidden gems of pricing hacks designed to revolutionize your…

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117: Top Career Paths and Opportunities for Finance Majors 42:13

18d ago42:13

42:13

From running a landscape company as a teenager to founding a consulting firm, my journey has been anything but ordinary. Join me as I share how dropping out of college and facing numerous setbacks led me to a deeper understanding of financial statements and the value of paying for my own education. Discover how choosing the harder path and pursuing…

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How to Begin Healthy Tech Practices in Your Family w/ Andy Crouch 46:49

18d ago46:49

46:49

This week we’re discussing How to Begin Healthy Tech Practices in Your Family with Andy Crouch In the past 20 years, technology has advanced at an outstanding, often overwhelming rate. It’s ubiquitous; we use it at work, classrooms, homes, and churches. We use it to communicate, be entertained, interact with others, perform household tasks, navigat…

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56: What You Need to Know About Financial Statements 24:59

23d ago24:59

24:59

Welcome to the Business Strategy podcast, I'm your host, Steve Coughran. Today, we're delving into the cornerstone of financial management: understanding your company's financial statements. As a CFO, I've learned firsthand the critical importance of the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows in assessing a company's financial…

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116: The 3 Things CEOs Should Know About Finance 14:49

23d ago14:49

14:49

Join host Steve Coughran in this enlightening episode of the Boosting Your Financial IQ podcast as he unveils the three essential financial insights every CEO should master. Without revealing the specifics, Steve teases listeners with the promise of valuable knowledge that can transform your business approach. Discover how understanding the languag…

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How to Define and Move Towards Your Purpose 36:08

25d ago36:08

36:08

TOPIC This week we’re discussing How to Define and Move Towards Your Purpose PAIN POINT Trying to determine your purpose or navigating career growth might be the last thing on your mind as a single parent. But, having purpose and moving toward something is important. Being a single parent can feel limiting in many areas, whether it’s a logistical d…

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55: How to Develop a Strategy for Your Business 12:48

30d ago12:48

12:48

Welcome to the Business Strategy podcast, I'm Steve Coughran, your host. Today, we're diving into the essential topic of developing a winning strategy for your business. Crafting a strategic plan is pivotal for long-term success, and I'm excited to share my proprietary 10-step strategy blueprint with you. From defining your purpose and strategic pr…

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115: Throughput--One of the Most Important Metrics in Business 18:59

1M ago18:59

18:59

Welcome to Boosting Your Financial IQ, I'm Steve Coughran, your host. Today, we're exploring one of the most crucial yet often overlooked metrics in business: throughput. Throughput measures the rate at which a system can produce results, whether it's revenue per hour, gross margin per hour, or any other financial metric as a function of time. Unde…

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Financial Growth w/ Steve Coughran 59:08

1M ago59:08

59:08

TOPIC & GUEST This week we’re discussing Financial Growth with Steve Coughran. PAIN POINT Have you ever thought “I wish I knew how to grow my finances in a way that doesn’t require me to take on another job”? As a single parent, you likely don’t have a lot of extra time to pour into a lucrative side hustle and you don’t have the energy a pay raise …

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54: 5 Things the Best Founders Do To Build Great Companies 15:11

1M ago15:11

15:11

Welcome back to the Business Strategy podcast, I'm Steve Coughran, your host. Today, we're diving into the core principles that the best founders employ to build remarkable companies. Number one on our list is getting intimately acquainted with your customers. It's astonishing how many leaders fail to engage with their clients regularly. I'm not ta…

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114: The Most Critical Things to Know About Free Cash Flow 14:59

1M ago14:59

14:59

Welcome to Boosting Your Financial IQ. Today, we're diving deep into "The Most Critical Things to Know About Free Cash Flow." Free cash flow (FCF) is a cornerstone metric for investors, analysts, and business leaders alike, offering a window into a company's financial health and operational prowess. Here are the five key takeaways: Firstly, FCF rep…

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How to Help Our Kids Grow Spiritually 42:40

1M ago42:40

42:40

TOPIC This week we’re discussing How to Help Our Kids Grow Spiritually PAIN POINT In America today, most parents don’t feel like spiritual experts so they outsource it or hope their children will pick it up through exposure. But a child’s spiritual formation is one that a parent needs to prioritize and be involved with. How do parents actively and …

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53: How to Create an Ideal Customer Profile 10:11

1M ago10:11

10:11

Welcome back to the Business Strategy podcast, I'm your host, Steve Coughran. Today, we're exploring a fundamental aspect of any successful business: creating an ideal customer profile. In this episode, titled "How to Create an Ideal Customer Profile," I'll guide you through a comprehensive framework for understanding your customers on a deeper lev…

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113: What You Need to Know About Working Capital 17:07

2M ago17:07

17:07

Welcome back to Boosting Your Financial IQ, I'm your host Steve Coughran. Today, we're delving into "What You Need to Know About Working Capital." Understanding this financial metric is essential for maintaining the health of your business. We'll define what working capital is and unravel the distinction between operating and working capital, provi…

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Getting Out of Our Comfort Zone 30:55

2M ago30:55

30:55

TOPIC This week we’re discussing Getting Out of Our Comfort Zone PAIN POINT We all like being in our comfort zone because it feels … comfortable. It’s easy. When so much of our lives as single parents is challenging, it can feel good to simply hang out there. And after being through so much that has beaten us down, we don’t have a clear grasp on ou…

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52: LLC versus the S-Corp. Don't Make This Mistake When Getting Started 14:16

2M ago14:16

14:16

Welcome back to the Business Strategy podcast with your host, Steve Coughran. Today, we're diving deep into a critical decision for entrepreneurs: choosing between an LLC and an S-Corp. Titled "LLC versus the S-Corp: Don't Make This Mistake When Getting Started," this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate this crucial choice. Steve b…

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112: The Ins and Outs of CapEx 16:59

2M ago16:59

16:59

Welcome to Boosting Your Financial IQ with your host, Steve Coughran. Today, we're diving into "The Ins and Outs of CapEx." Capital expenditures, or CapEx, are vital for business growth, but understanding them is key. We'll explore how companies establish thresholds for CapEx, ensuring investments align with strategic objectives. Delving into the m…

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Managing Big Emotions 33:19

2M ago33:19

33:19

We’ve all experienced a time when emotions got the best of us and completely lost our cool. As single parents, we don’t have a partner to co-regulate with or to cover for us as we fight to stabilize our emotions. Sometimes it feels nearly impossible to manage our responses well when we’re already trying to manage everything else. How can we regulat…

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51: 3 Simple Stories to Scale Your Business with Akeem Shannon 36:07

2M ago36:07

36:07

Welcome to the Business Strategy podcast with your host Steve Coughran. In today's episode, we delve into the art of storytelling with Akeem Shannon, the CEO and Founder of Flipstik. Akeem shares three simple yet powerful stories that have been instrumental in scaling his business from its startup phase to rapid growth. Drawing from his experiences…

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111: Investing in the Business of Child Care with Patrick Bell 16:28

2M ago16:28

16:28

Welcome to Boosting Your Financial IQ podcast with your host Steve Coughran. In this episode, we explore the world of investing in the business of childcare with Patrick Bell, CEO of Finexia. Patrick sheds light on why childcare is a unique and promising investment opportunity, highlighting its resilience in the face of economic fluctuations and it…

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Unsung Hero with David & Helen Smallbone 1:13:23

2M ago1:13:23

1:13:23

Today we will be talking about the upcoming movie release Unsung Hero with David & Helen Smallbone. “Unsung Hero” follows Helen and David Smallbone after having lost everything when David’s successful music company collapses. In 1991, with nothing more than their seven children, suitcases, and a love of music, the family left everything they knew i…

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50: How Attorneys Steer the Course In Business 25:14

2M ago25:14

25:14

In this insightful episode of the Business Strategy podcast, host Steve Coughran is joined by Alex Prasad from Aegis Law Firm to navigate the crucial topic, "How Attorneys Steer the Course in Business." Together, they delve into the essential process of vetting a business attorney, pinpointing what entrepreneurs should look for to ensure a fruitful…

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110: Straight-Up Advice for Those Making Financial Decisions 12:51

2M ago12:51

12:51

Welcome to Boosting Your Financial IQ, I'm your host Steve Coughran. Today, we're diving into "Straight-Up Advice for Those Making Financial Decisions". In the fast-paced world of business, financial literacy isn’t just an asset; it’s a necessity. You might think finance is only for the birds, but if so, you’re not alone; most people score below a …

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How To Deal With Uncertainty 37:52

2M ago37:52

37:52

There is so much uncertainty in our world today: our nation, the presidential election, wars, the stock market and economy, our health, the well-being of our children…the list goes on. When we find ourselves standing in the face of uncertainty, how can we deal with it in a healthy and sustainable way? Today, we cover three main points: 1) The desir…

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49: How to Prevent This from Getting in the Way of Your Success 9:18

2M ago9:18

9:18

Tune in to the latest episode of the Business Strategy podcast, where your host Steve Coughran shares invaluable insights on "How to Prevent This from Getting in the Way of Your Success." In this thought-provoking discussion, Steve explores the concept of good, better, and best, emphasizing the importance of prioritization when executing your strat…

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109: If You Like This Podcast, Listen to This 17:02

2M ago17:02

17:02

Dive into an exciting episode of the Boosting Your Financial IQ podcast with host Steve Coughran! Join us as Steve unveils significant changes to the show's format, promising to elevate your business success by delving deeper into the language of money. Discover how these tweaks will enhance your learning journey and provide even greater value. Plu…

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Helping Our Kids Find Stability in an Unstable World 44:17

3M ago44:17

44:17

Our kids encounter so many cultural influences and outside voices every day. Everything and everyone is vying for their attention, and information about literally anything is at their fingertips. How can we teach our children to stay true to themselves without micromanaging or sheltering them too much? Today, we cover three main points: 1).Identify…

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48-What You Need to Know About the 4 Phases of Strategy 11:24

3M ago11:24

11:24

Welcome to the Business Strategy podcast with Steve Coughran. Today, we're delving into "Understanding the 4 Phases of Strategy." I believe in a holistic approach to strategy, avoiding narrow thinking to grasp the bigger picture. Through years of experience, I've developed a framework for strategy, comprising diagnose, design, execute, and empower.…

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Financial and Economic News: April 3, 2024 14:37

3M ago14:37

14:37

Major stories developing on the global economic front, including: Bridge Collapse Creates Cargo Chaos US Fueling Changes in Oil Markets Chasing the Gold Rush The Truth Hurts: Trump’s IPO Flop Navigating Trouble Bridgewaters The Rate-Cut Rollercoaster Continues Something in the Way Xi Moves Phone Diplomacy Tesla Gets a China Shock Investors Explorin…

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108: What You Need to Know About Foreclosures 16:14

3M ago16:14

16:14

In this compelling episode of the Boosting Your Financial IQ podcast, host Steve Coughran is joined by DJ Ologo, the Managing Director of Aso Custom Homes LLC, for a deep dive into "What You Need to Know About Foreclosures." The discussion unfolds the complexities of home foreclosure, providing listeners with a clear understanding of its process, i…

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Is Stability Even Possible? 53:02

3M ago53:02

53:02

We know our kids have gone through much-unwanted instability already, and we will do anything in our power to instill more stability in their lives. But sometimes, this requires us to make really hard decisions. How can we make good decisions for our family, even if it comes at a cost? Is stability even possible? Today, we cover three main points: …

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47: Why Most Strategies Fall Short of Their Aspirations 13:25

3M ago13:25

13:25

In this episode of the Business Strategy podcast, host Steve Coughran delves into the heart of why many strategies don't live up to their aspirations. As we explore the conventional process followed by most companies, we'll discover how to bolster the odds of your strategy's success. Last fall, numerous businesses were engrossed in refining their b…

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Financial and Economic News: March 27, 2024 13:43

3M ago13:43

13:43

Major stories developing on the global economic front, including: Big Tech Under EU Scrutiny Goldman’s Golden Commodities Outlook Bond Traders Play Rate-Cut Roulette Powell’s Employment Balancing Act Japan’s Currency Chief Sounds Alarm China’s Stealthy Stimulus Package Boeing Changes Their Flight Plan Elon Takes the Wheel at Tesla WeWork’s Comeback…

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107: 3 Things to Measure in Any Business 10:49

3M ago10:49

10:49

In today's episode of "Boosting Your Financial IQ," host Steve Coughran delves into the "3 Things to Measure in Any Business," simplifying the complex world of finance for leaders inundated with metrics, KPIs, and detailed reports. This clutter of data can often cloud judgment, steering focus away from the true drivers of financial success. Steve c…

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It Takes A Village 35:14

3M ago35:14

35:14

Parenting is probably the biggest responsibility we’ll ever have, and solo parenting may be one of the biggest challenges we’ll ever face. Having a village of people supporting us on our best days and loving us on our worst days is paramount and the concept sounds great, but how do we go about building a village? Today, we cover three main points: …

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46: Every Company a Tech Company 7:13

3M ago7:13

7:13

In this week's episode of the "Business Strategy" podcast, host Steve Coughran dives deep into the transformative idea that, in the coming decade, nearly every company will essentially become a tech company. This sweeping change isn't limited to sectors traditionally associated with technology; it spans across industries like plumbing, electrical, …

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106: Navigating Beyond the Numbers with Soufyan Hamid 18:59

3M ago18:59

18:59

In this enlightening episode of the "Boosting Your Financial IQ" podcast, host Steve Coughran sits down with Soufyan Hamid, Founder of the Finance Circle, to delve into "Navigating Beyond the Numbers." The conversation kicks off with a discussion on the challenges finance professionals, especially those with an accounting background, face in focusi…

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The Story of Solo Parent 52:44

3M ago52:44

52:44

Every girl deserves a faith-filled adventure click here for the NIV Kingdom Girls Bible Single Parent Day is in just a few days, on March 21st. For this episode, we wanted to do something special for our solos—and it just so happens that a lot of listeners have been asking us to tell the origin story of Solo Parent. This week we talked to Robert, A…

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45: Is It Time to Change Your Brand with Jackie Bebenroth? 17:25

3M ago17:25

17:25

In this thought-provoking episode of the Business Strategy podcast, host Steve Coughran sits down with Jackie Bebenroth, the visionary founder of Muse, to explore the timely question: "Is It Time to Change Your Brand?" Together, they delve into the essence of what a brand truly represents beyond logos and taglines, unraveling its significance in co…

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Financial and Economic News: March 13, 2024 16:11

3M ago16:11

16:11

Major stories developing on the global economic front, including: Government Funding Fiasco Averted… For Now Biden Unveils Bold Budget Agenda Wall Street Vexed by Tech Valuation Wall Street Bets on Boring Gold Glitters Amidst Inflation Uncertainty Boeing Experiencing Heavy Turbulence Bitcoin Bounce Creates Thousands of Millionaires IPO Reveals Redd…

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105: Creating or Investing in a Real Estate Fund 21:43

3M ago21:43

21:43

In this insightful episode of the Boosting Your Financial IQ podcast, host Steve Coughran sits down with DJ Ologo, the Managing Director of Aso Custom Homes LLC, to explore the intricate world of "Creating or Investing in a Real Estate Fund." Together, they delve into the essential aspects potential investors should be aware of before committing th…

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Getting Out of Bed When You Don't Have What It Takes w/ Dr. Alan Noble 44:13

3M ago44:13

44:13

Every morning, we wake up and we have to decide: Are we going to get out of bed…or not? There are days when it all feels like too much; the trials and tribulations of this world seem insurmountable and the lure of staying in bed and hiding from everything and everyone looks like the only solution. Every solo parent has experienced this feeling of o…

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44-Do Your Initiatives Include These 4 Things 6:18

4M ago6:18

6:18

Connect with us at www.coltivar.com In the latest episode of the Business Strategy podcast, host Steve Coughran delves into the essence of strategic initiatives under the compelling title "Do Your Initiatives Include These 4 Things?". Steve begins by emphasizing the critical difference between strategy and strategic planning, building upon insights…

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Financial and Economic News: March 6, 2024 15:25

4M ago15:25

15:25

Major stories developing on the global economic front, including: Congress’ Patchwork Plan to Avert Shutdown Nvidia’s Rise Echoes Tesla Hype Train Bond Bulls Buy the Dip Investors Up Their Macy’s Bid NYCB Face Real Estate Reckoning China Unveils Lofty Economic Ambitions China Doesn’t Bite on Apple JetBlue Grounds Spirit Takeover Plans Boeing’s Repu…

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