Keeping the side hustle alive
Chris has a nice side hustle going, but an important piece of equipment bit the dust. He asks for guidance.
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Business
Handling small business growth
Karin's small business is growing like crazy, and she's not sure how to handle everything. Listen as Dave gives her some great advice that would benefit any budding entrepreneur.
Designate a percentage
How should Luke handle the cost of upgrading equipment? Dave tells him how he does it.
Sell personal car to help pay business debt?
Robin wonders if she and her husband should sell one of their cars to help pay down the debt accumulated by his small business. Dave says no, and he explains his reasoning.
Hiring the right person
Bryan is having trouble with a hiring decision, because both candidates are evenly matched after several interviews. Dave offers a few suggestions that might help make the choice a little easier.
A hobby that makes money
Pat has a hobby that has begun earning money. She asks Dave if it's time to consider her artwork a business.
No cash businesses?
Heath wonders what Dave thinks about the recent trend of some businesses no longer accepting cash as payment. Dave tells him it's kind of silly, plus there's the possibility of the practice doing damage to a company's market share.
Treat them like family
Rob is starting his own business. He asks Dave if it's better to give team members more money or more benefits.
Time to leave the day job?
Steve has two side jobs in addition to his regular job. He asks Dave how to tell when the time is right to leave your day job, and make a go of the things you really love to do.
Recommended reading
Dustin asks if Dave can recommend books on starting a small business. Dave's ideas include a mix of newer releases and classics.
