Business on the Run

Mark Andersen

Business on the Run is the podcast that helps business owners understand their numbers without getting lost in accounting jargon. Hosted by Mark Andersen of Know Your Numbers accounting firm, this show brings a fresh, practical, and light-hearted approach to the financial topics that keep businesses moving. As an ultra-marathon runner, Mark knows that success whether on the trail or in business comes down to pacing, preparation, and knowing when to push forward. 

  1. 1d ago ·  Video

    Exit Planning And Loan Readiness For Small Business Owners

    Most small business owners are not short on hustle. They are short on visibility. When you do not know your profit, your balance sheet health, or the real story in your cash flow, you end up “running blind” and every big decision feels like a gamble. We bring on Amy, Director at the Galveston County and San Jacinto College Small Business Development Center (SBDC), to talk through what actually helps owners grow and scale. We dig into why exit planning is not a last-minute project, how early process documentation increases business value, and what it means to build a company that does not depend on the owner for everything. If you want a business you can eventually sell, hand off, or step away from, this mindset shift matters. We also get practical about SBA loans and small business lending: choosing the right lender, building projections from past financials, and the common loan killer where tax returns show losses while internal reports look strong. From there, we move into payment terms, accounts receivable, and why factoring is usually a short-term tool, not a long-term plan. Along the way we touch KPIs, milestone tracking, ethical AI use for drafting procedures, and the simple discipline of reviewing financial statements consistently. If you are trying to scale, hire, or prepare for a loan, listen through and take notes, then share this with a business owner who needs it. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us: what financial number do you wish you understood better right now?

  2. Nov 2 ·  Video

    How Happy Cow Designs Builds Custom Homes Across Four States

    Mark Anderson sits down with Mia Awesome of Happy Cow Designs to discuss the challenges of running a multi-state design and engineering firm. From managing remote teams and navigating permitting delays to building strong referral networks, Mia shares how accountability, communication, and smart business strategies drive growth. They also explore hiring, marketing, performance, and how AI is changing the design and engineering industry. Tune in for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges, and building a successful business.

  3. Oct 26 ·  Video

    Fix What’s Broken On Purpose

    Running a successful business takes more than hardworking employees it takes the right people, clear expectations, and strong leadership. In this episode, we sit down with HR consultant Tori Forsberg of 922 Solutions to discuss how small businesses can reduce employee turnover, improve performance, and build stronger teams. Tori shares common HR mistakes, the importance of hiring the right people, effective onboarding, and why regular employee check-ins matter. We also explore AI in HR, the differences between 1099 contractors and W-2 employees, and how to avoid costly compliance mistakes. Whether you’re growing a business or managing an established team, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build a stronger, more successful company.

  4. Oct 19 ·  Video

    Rebuilding An Auto Repair Business After Addiction

    What does it take to rebuild a business, restore trust, and find purpose after hitting rock bottom? Ricky and Lisa Cruz of Cruz-N-Carz return to Business on the Run for an honest conversation about addiction recovery, second chances, and the challenges of rebuilding a successful business. From jail and rehab to repairing relationships and earning back community trust, they share the realities of starting over. We dive into business growth, customer service, overcoming negative reviews, and the importance of strong partnerships. Ricky also opens up about his spiritual journey, discovering that success doesn’t always bring fulfillment, and learning the power of faith and forgiveness. This episode is about more than business. It’s about redemption, resilience, marriage, and finding purpose beyond success. Subscribe to Business on the Run, share this episode, and leave a review!

  5. Oct 12 ·  Video

    What If Your Best Marketing Is Solving Pain For Good

    Chronic pain can feel like a full-time job, especially when nothing seems to provide lasting relief. In this episode, we sit down with Karen Oaks, owner of Tranquil Oaks, to explore John Barnes Myofascial Release and how it can help people dealing with migraines, back pain, frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel symptoms, scar tissue, and more. Karen breaks down fascia in simple terms, explains why this gentle approach can have such a powerful impact, and shares the story behind building her home-based wellness practice. We also dive into the business side building trust, educating customers, social media, networking, reviews, pricing, continuing education, and the challenges of growing a solo service business. Whether you’re interested in pain relief or building a wellness or local service business, this conversation offers valuable insight into helping people while building a business that lasts. Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more people discover the show.

  6. Oct 5 ·  Video

    The Marketing Mom Playbook

    What does it really take to grow a local business and become a name your community trusts? Mark sits down with Nancy, known as the “Marketing Mom” for SSB Roofing, to talk about the real-world strategies behind growing a family-owned roofing company in Texas. Nancy shares how SSB Roofing builds its reputation through community involvement, local networking, jobsite presence, customer relationships, and authentic social media content. Instead of polished scripts and staged marketing, their approach focuses on real people, real projects, and consistently showing up. They also discuss how that commitment translates into stronger reviews, repeat customers, and valuable word-of-mouth referrals. The conversation goes beyond roofing as Nancy gives a behind-the-scenes look at operating Galveston Bay RV Resort and Marina from storm damage and unexpected expenses to managing residents, safety, communication, and the day-to-day realities of running another local business. Mark and Nancy also talk about faith, fitness, family, and finding the routines that keep you grounded when business and life get heavy. If you’re a small business owner looking for practical insight on marketing, building trust, generating referrals, and creating a brand people remember, this episode is worth a listen. Subscribe, share the episode, and leave a review to help more business owners discover the show.

  7. Sep 28 ·  Video

    What If Your Business Ran On Integrity

    A $15,000 dealership repair estimate can leave anyone feeling stuck. In this episode, we sit down with Josh Baker of Route 23 Mobile Garage to talk about building an automotive repair business around honesty, transparency, and trust. Josh shares his journey into mobile automotive repair, rebuilding after a previous business didn’t survive COVID, and investing in hands on training to master modern vehicle diagnostics. We discuss why today’s vehicles are harder to repair at home, what a mobile mechanic can handle on site, and how Josh helps customers prioritize repairs instead of pressuring them into a massive bill all at once. We also get into the realities of running a small business from unpredictable revenue and seasonal slowdowns to pricing, warranties, diagnostic fees, and creating detailed estimates customers can understand. Plus, Josh opens up about faith, grit, family, and building a business that creates more freedom at home. If you enjoy conversations about small business, entrepreneurship, automotive repair, and doing business the right way, subscribe, share, and leave us a review.

  8. Sep 22 ·  Video

    The Houston Housing Market Is Weird Right Now. Here’s What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know

    What is really happening in the Houston real estate market, and what should buyers and sellers be paying attention to right now? In this episode of Business on the Run, I sit down with Brittany Burns, owner of NovaGen Realty Group, to talk about real estate, entrepreneurship, pricing homes, building trust with clients, growing a team, and navigating a market that has become much harder to predict. Brittany serves clients primarily throughout Houston and the southeast Houston area and built her career after growing up in a family of real estate professionals.  Brittany shares how she entered real estate as a young single mom, began working alongside her mother, Monica Foster, earned her real estate license, and eventually stepped out to build NovaGen Realty Group. Her approach is less about “selling” and more about advising clients through some of the biggest financial decisions of their lives.  We also get into the current Houston housing market, interest rates, buyer behavior, seller expectations, and why pricing a home correctly requires more than simply looking at what nearby homes are listed for. Brittany explains why she focuses heavily on recent sold data, how changing mortgage rates can affect buyer activity, why seasonality matters, and why a pricing strategy that worked during the pandemic may not work in today’s market.  In this conversation, we discuss: How Brittany Burns got started in real estate Building NovaGen Realty Group Houston and Southeast Houston real estate The current housing market and mortgage-rate environment Why buyers have more choices than they did during the pandemic How a real estate agent determines the right listing price Why pricing a home too low can sometimes backfire Using comparable sales and market data Building long-term trust with buyers and sellers When a good real estate agent should tell a client not to sell Residential vs. commercial real estate Growing and hiring for a real estate team What Brittany looks for when recruiting real estate agents Why self-motivation and client service matter more than simply knowing sales techniques Mentoring new agents through eXp Realty Accessibility in real estate through eXp Capable Building a business around service instead of transactions One of my favorite parts of the conversation is Brittany’s philosophy about advising clients even when the advice costs her a commission. She explains that if selling a house is not the best move for the client, she would rather tell them to stay put and earn their trust for the long term. That mindset applies far beyond real estate. Good business is built by doing what is right for the client — not simply doing what creates the next transaction. Whether you are a home buyer, home seller, real estate investor, Realtor, real estate agent, entrepreneur, or small business owner, this conversation gives you a useful look at how an experienced real estate professional thinks about market conditions, pricing, client relationships, hiring, and long-term business growth. Connect With Brittany Burns: Website: https://novagenrealty.com/ Instagram: @brittanyburnsrealtor TikTok: @thebrittanyburns Facebook: @BrittTheRealtor LinkedIn: @realtorbrittanyburns Connect With Mark: Website: https://hireknowyournumbers.com/ Facebook: @knowyournumberspllc Instagram: @knowyournumberspllc LinkedIn: @know-your-numbers TikTok: @knowyournumberspllc Podcast: https://businessontherun.buzzsprout.com If you enjoy conversations about small business, entrepreneurship, leadership, accounting, real estate, financial decision-making, and building a better business, subscribe to Business on the Run. And if this episode helped you, hit Like, leave a comment, and share it with another business owner, Realtor, buyer, or seller who would benefit from the conversation. 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Meet Brittany Burns of NovaGen Realty Group 00:57 Brittany’s Real Estate Origin Story 05:26 What’s Happening in the Houston Housing Market? 06:51 What Could Move the Market Next? 08:07 Brittany’s Real Estate Specialties & Service Area 11:26 How Brittany Prices a Home to Sell 13:35 Why Pricing Too Low Can Backfire 14:50 Building a Real Estate Team 16:29 What Brittany Looks for When Hiring Agents 19:02 Learning Marketing as a Business Owner 20:04 CRM, Drip Campaigns & Real Estate Funnels 25:23 Social Media, Podcasting & Personal Branding 28:41 Using AI and Video Tools in Marketing 30:05 Family, Life & Entrepreneurship 34:08 Accessibility in Real Estate 34:42 How to Connect With Brittany 35:26 Closing

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Business on the Run is the podcast that helps business owners understand their numbers without getting lost in accounting jargon. Hosted by Mark Andersen of Know Your Numbers accounting firm, this show brings a fresh, practical, and light-hearted approach to the financial topics that keep businesses moving. As an ultra-marathon runner, Mark knows that success whether on the trail or in business comes down to pacing, preparation, and knowing when to push forward. 

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  • Creator
    Mark Andersen
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Business on the Run
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