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  1. 09/09/2025

    The Fastest Way to More Customers (No Ads): Small Business Partnerships and Referrals

    Most small business owners waste money chasing new leads with ads that don’t convert. The truth? The fastest way to grow your small business in 2025 doesn’t cost a dime—it comes from partnerships and referrals. In this episode of Blunt Force Business, Brian LaFauci and Patrick Marino break down how small business owners can scale faster by building real relationships: 👉 Why most ads fail and waste money👉 How partnerships expose you to new audiences instantly👉 Referral systems that create steady, low-cost customer growth👉 Real-world examples small business owners can start today A rising tide lifts all boats—and partnerships can be the tide that lifts YOUR business. Work With Us Apply for the BOLD Business Growth Program → https://bluntforcebusiness.com/bold Join our FREE Skool Community → https://skool.com/blunt-force-business Watch & Subscribe YouTube → /@bluntforcebusinessSpotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/3LNW4V2Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bluntforcebusiness About the Hosts Brian LaFauci — Veteran, business owner, consultant, and program creator for young entrepreneurs. Learn more → https://wonstrategy.com Patrick Marino — Small business digital marketing expert helping local businesses attract more customers through SEO, paid ads, social media, and email. Learn more → https://southcoastinbound.com https://patrickmarinomarketing.com #SmallBusinessGrowth #GetMoreCustomers #MakeMoreMoney #BusinessPodcast #Entrepreneurship

    25 min
  2. 09/02/2025

    This Small Business Growth Hack Chages EVERYTHING: Block Scheduling

    Most small business owners are bleeding time every single day — and time is money. Block scheduling is the game-changer that will help you get more customers, make more money, and finally take control of your business.In this episode of Blunt Force Business, Brian LaFauci and Patrick Marino break down how block scheduling unlocks real growth:Why unstructured days are killing your bottom lineHow block scheduling creates focus that drives revenueA step-by-step method to design your calendar for profitsWhy discipline with your time creates freedom in your business and your life👉 Important: This episode makes reference to worksheets. We’re no longer attaching them here. You can access ALL worksheets and resources for free inside our Skool community: https://skool.com/blunt-force-businessWork With UsApply for the BOLD Business Growth Program → https://bluntforcebusiness.com/boldJoin our FREE Skool Community → https://skool.com/blunt-force-businessWatch & SubscribeYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@bluntforcebusinessSpotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/3LNW4V2Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bluntforcebusinessAbout the HostsBrian LaFauci — Veteran, business owner, consultant, and program creator for young entrepreneurs. Learn more → https://wonstrategy.comPatrick Marino — Small business digital marketing expert helping local businesses attract more customers through SEO, paid ads, social media, and email. Learn more → https://southcoastinbound.com https://patrickmarinomarketing.com#SmallBusinessGrowth #MakeMoreMoney #Entrepreneurship

    33 min
  3. 08/06/2025

    Zero Cost Startup: Start and Grow a Business With No Money Using Free Tools & Hustle

    What if you could launch your business without a single dollar in the bank? No investors, no loans, no big overhead — just free tools, creativity, and relentless hustle. In this episode of Blunt Force Business, we break down the Zero Cost Startup strategy: how to test, launch, and grow a business in 2025 without burning cash you don’t have.You’ll learn:How to start a business with no money by leveraging free tools (ChatGPT, Canva, CapCut, Notion, Stripe, Substack, and more)Why speed and execution beat “perfect planning” every timeOrganic marketing methods — cold outreach, networking, social content, and SEO — that cost nothing but drive resultsHow to monetize fast with low-ticket offers, lead magnets, and break-even funnelsThe mindset shift from “I need capital” to “I need courage and action”About the HostsBrian LaFauci is a veteran, business owner, and consultant specializing in startup, growth, and business brokerage. He also develops programs for young entrepreneurs through schools and nonprofits. Learn more at wonstrategy.com.Patrick Marino is a small business digital marketing expert focused on helping local businesses attract more customers through SEO, paid ads, organic social, email marketing, and website development. Learn more at southcoastinbound.com or patrickmarinomarketing.com.Work With UsReady to grow your business faster? Apply for the BOLD business growth program at bluntforcebusiness.com/bold.Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@bluntforcebusiness?sub_confirmation=1Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LNW4V2Ba1yf30ACzZTQgi?si=0a56345d44ff4e5dFollow us on Instagram: @bluntforcebusiness#StartupTips #SmallBusiness #ZeroCostStartup #Entrepreneurship #FreeBusinessTools #BluntForceBusiness

    28 min

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