136 episodes

We banter about mistakes we've made (and seen) so you can know NOW how to NOT make the same mistakes we've made! You're welcome! We're small business owners in love with other ambitious small business owners who want to expand their enterprise and focus on controlling what we can control.

We have a combined 6 decades of experience with owning, managing and running multiple businesses. We've celebrated glorious successes and stumbled over epic failures. Join us as we share insights that will cause you to pause, ponder and be productive and profitable!

Simple Sense for Small Business Linda Rey & Trevor | Glitch Gurus

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We banter about mistakes we've made (and seen) so you can know NOW how to NOT make the same mistakes we've made! You're welcome! We're small business owners in love with other ambitious small business owners who want to expand their enterprise and focus on controlling what we can control.

We have a combined 6 decades of experience with owning, managing and running multiple businesses. We've celebrated glorious successes and stumbled over epic failures. Join us as we share insights that will cause you to pause, ponder and be productive and profitable!

    Superstition is Not a Plan, A Tech Triumph, A Favorite Branding Topic, How to Fix Bleeding Profits

    Superstition is Not a Plan, A Tech Triumph, A Favorite Branding Topic, How to Fix Bleeding Profits

    Week of July 19th - July 25th

    Glitch 201-207



    Welcome to the Simple Sense for Small Business podcast! Here, we share the lessons learned from our own business missteps that we’ve overcome, along with those we’ve observed with other business clients.



    In today’s Glitch Digest, we talked about a tech triumph.

    We share another favorite branding topic that I’ve been through multiple times with multiple businesses.

    We talk about how superstition has kept people from managing this adulting responsibility. 



    But before we get into it, did you know July 20th was 

    Toss Away the ‘Could Haves’ and ‘Should Haves’ Day! 



    It’s a thing, and I was tickled to find it. 



    You don’t need a special quirky holiday to remind you that it’s always a good time to leave regrets behind and take proactive steps toward business success. 



    With Biz Glitch 366, we help you pinpoint pitfalls so you can prioritize your progress and propel your business to new heights!



    No more ‘could haves’ or ‘should haves’—just actionable insights to drive your business forward. 



    We have a one time fee for all 366 Glitches delivered daily or a monthly membership so you can budget your brilliance.

    Visit BizGlitch366.com and become a Glitch Guru today.

    • 17 min
    Being Brave is Stressful, Offline but Organic Marketing, Sales Tax Tip, Biggest Mistake & Why This Project Exists

    Being Brave is Stressful, Offline but Organic Marketing, Sales Tax Tip, Biggest Mistake & Why This Project Exists

    Welcome to the Simple Sense for Small Business podcast, where we talk about mistakes we’ve made, seen, overcome, and survived so other business owners can skip through mistakes a little more gracefully than we did.



    In this week’s Glitch Digest, we cover a marketing tactic that’s still free to help with an ongoing online organic strategy.



    We share a story about how being brave can be stressful when working with associates and partners.



    We talk about one of the biggest mistakes we saw even before COVID when it came to financials and how business owners didn’t realize how this could make or break future plans; plus, we’re celebrating Glitch #200! 



    But before we get into it. Did you know that July 18th is 

    National Caviar Day! How decadent indeed!



    Just as caviar is a premium delicacy, Biz Glitch 366 offers premium ideas and insights to elevate your business. 



    Dive in and strive for a more luxurious world of top-tier business strategies with 366 Business Glitches. 



    Biz Glitch 366 delivers essential tips and tricks for streamlining your operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and boosting your bottom line. 

    Don’t settle for the ordinary when you can have the extraordinary. 



    Join us and indulge in premium business advice that achieves value. 



    Visit BizGlitch366.com and start savoring your success.



    Now, let’s dive into this week’s Glitches #194 for July 12th through Glitch #200 for July 18th. Enjoy.

    • 19 min
    Why Wait for a Lawsuit; How So Many Screw Up W2 vs. 1099; Devising a Deduction Document Process

    Why Wait for a Lawsuit; How So Many Screw Up W2 vs. 1099; Devising a Deduction Document Process

    Welcome to Simple Sense for Small Business podcast, where  I, Linda Rey and my partner, Trevor talk about mistakes we’ve made, seen, overcome, and lived to tell the tale so other business owners could bypass those mistakes a little more gracefully than we did.



    This is actually being published a day late because I screwed up. I Glitched out I should say. Yesterday, July 11th, we were returning from our mid-year business review retreat. 



    We were so engrossed with reviewing what’s working and what’s not that I forgot to publish this week’s Gltich Digest. We practice what we preach but also still falter because mistakes are inevitable. We can’t escape them no matter how hard we try.



    This is why a mid-year and an annual review are crucial to see what’s working and what needs improvement in your business. It’s the perfect time to reflect, realign, and reignite your strategies.



    This is why we spend the time sharing the 366 mistakes, aka Glitches in our Biz Glitch 366 project so you can address the common issues and mistakes businesses are prone to. 



    From financial faux pas to marketing missteps, we talk about problems and solutions that’ll keep your business on track.



    Visit BizGlitch366.com and get access to all 366 Glitches for a one-time fee that will pay for itself in the long run because of the insights and ideas we share.



    Now on to this week’s Glitch Digest covering Glitch #187 for July 5th through Glitch #193 for July 11th. ENJOY.

    • 18 min
    Bookkeeping Blunders to the Bottom Line, TWO Milestones, Freedom & Independence

    Bookkeeping Blunders to the Bottom Line, TWO Milestones, Freedom & Independence

    Week of June 28th - July 4th

    Glitch 180 - 186



    Thank you for tuning in to our Simple Sense for Small Business podcast, where we talk about mistakes we’ve made, seen, overcome, and lived to tell the tale.



    In this week’s Glitch digest, we celebrate a couple of milestones, including our 180th Glitch, the end of June and thus the 2nd quarter, how bookkeeping blunders can blur the bottom line, and we chat with one of my favorite entrepreneurs about what happens and what to expect when you start a business.



    In the meantime, on this Independence Day, we celebrate freedom. The freedom to control your business destiny! 



    Many people start their own businesses for one reason or another, but mostly to gain more freedom, independence, and control over their own decisions.



    With Biz Glitch 366, we help you achieve that freedom by avoiding the common pitfalls that hold us back. 



    To celebrate publishing over 180 Glitches, we have a couple of special offers. Get access to our checklist of 180 glitches for $18. On a budget, no problem, get our 90 Glitch Checklist for $9. 



    Our Glitch Guides offer real-life insights into 180 and counting business mistakes to keep you on the path to success. 



    Declare your independence from business blunders! 



    Visit BizGlitch366.com today and take the first step toward a smoother, more successful business journey.



    Now on to this week’s Glitch Digest covering Glitch #180 for June 28th through Glitch #186 for July 4th. ENJOY.

    • 20 min
    Lessons from a Hurricane, Toxic Offices, Tax Deduction Strategy, Remote vs. Office

    Lessons from a Hurricane, Toxic Offices, Tax Deduction Strategy, Remote vs. Office

    Thank you for joining us on our Simple Sense for Small Business podcast, where we talk about mistakes we’ve made, seen, overcome, and helped others to manage. 



    In this week’s Glitch Digest, we highlight how knowing the method behind the madness of tax deductions can either help or hinder future financial issues.



    We have two back-to-back office environment discussions that include how bad leadership will most likely make this an intolerable Glitch.



    We talk about scaling the technology roller coaster when you have remote workers.



    We share how our disaster recovery plan came to be and how some businesses aren’t aware of how summer internships work. 



    But first, how does Biz Glitch 366 work to help you and your business?



    You need not imagine because I’m going to tell you that June 27th is National Sunglasses Day!



    Or as I like refer to it, “Happy Protect Your Eyes Day.” 



    Just as sunglasses help you see clearly and protect your eyes, Biz Glitch 366 brings clarity and protection to your business. From improving operations to boosting team morale and enhancing marketing strategies, we help block harmful rays to your business. 



    Embrace the sunshine of new insights and keep your business shining bright. 



    Visit BizGlitch366.com today and see your business in a whole new light!



    Now on to this week’s Glitch Digest covering Glitch #173 for June 21st through Glitch #179 for June 27th. ENJOY.

    • 20 min
    Frantic Feelings; Your Business-Your Problems; Everything's Negotiable; The Idea Process

    Frantic Feelings; Your Business-Your Problems; Everything's Negotiable; The Idea Process

    Thank you for joining us on the Simple Sense for Small Business podcast. 



    In this week’s Glitch Digest, we touch on two tax issues and how when it’s your business, it’s your problem, but everything’s negotiable, even taxes.



    We talk about how even generating ideas includes strategizing and managing tactics.



    We suggest ideas to ensure that your employees feel a sense of pride about their work. This is key since how they feel affects their job in your business.



    That’s just 4, there are 3 more. 



    But before we start to sweat it out, the summer season has started here in the Northeast of North America and one thing that can be an enjoyable pastime is having a picnic, and on June 18th, we celebrated International Picnic Day. 



    This is a perfect reminder that running a business is like organizing the perfect picnic.



    At Biz Glitch 366, we cover 21 essential categories—from Accounting and Marketing to Customer Service and Technology. Just like a picnic needs the right mix of food, drinks, and activities, your business needs a balance of strategies to thrive. 

    Join us for daily tips and insights to make your business operations as enjoyable and effective as a well-planned picnic. 



    And remember, just like ants can ruin a picnic, small glitches can disrupt your business. Don’t let that happen! 



    Blanket your business with BizGlitch366.com today and keep it running as smoothly as a sunny picnic day.



    Now on to Glitches 166 - 172 for Week of June 14th - June 20th. Enjoy!

    • 19 min

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