The Business Credit and Financing Show

Ty Crandall

In The Business Credit and Financing Show we tackle all types or topics relating to how you can get business credit and financing to start and grow your business. We also discuss marketing and growth strategies with top influencers and industry experts, to help you start and grow a profitable business.

  1. 18h ago

    Jeffrey Shaw: How High-Value Customers Drive More Profitable and Stable Business Growth

    Jeffrey Shaw is a globally recognized expert on selling to the affluent and a sought-after speaker who transforms how luxury businesses attract and retain a high-end clientele. With over four decades of experience working with the world's wealthiest individuals, he has mastered the art of understanding the luxury buyer mindset and elevating business strategies to extraordinary success. As a preeminent portrait photographer, Jeffrey's work has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, CBS News, in People and O Magazine, and hang at Harvard University. His deep understanding of affluent clients' complex behaviors and unspoken needs informs his expertise in luxury sales and marketing. Jeffrey is the author of Sell to the Rich, LINGO, and The Self-Employed Life and speaks at premier industry events such as ASID, NKBA, the Luxury Home Design Summit, and many more. His TEDx talk is featured on TED.com, and he is the creator of National Self-Employed Day, recognized on May 4th in the U.S. During the show we discuss: Why attracting the wrong clients can silently destroy your business How to identify and target your ideal client for better profitability and ease Why alignment between your business and lifestyle is critical for long-term success How to simplify your business to increase efficiency and results The hidden costs of saying yes to everything (and everyone) How clarity in positioning leads to stronger marketing and conversions Why working harder isn't the answer—and what to do instead How to build a business that supports your life, not controls it Resources: jeffreyshaw.com     https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyshawauthor/

  2. 1d ago

    Damiano Raveenthiran: Why Scaling Too Fast Can Destroy Your Business

    Damiano didn't start with connections or capital. At 24, he had $400 left, printed his LinkedIn profile 100 times, and spent 10 hours walking door-to-door to land his first client—a small power tool store that he helped grow into a nine-figure business within two years. That early momentum led to building and scaling an agency to over $8 million a year with a 75-person team. But behind the growth was a different reality: broken systems, pressure from investors, inconsistent sales, and a business that couldn't function without him. Then came the harder lessons—being defrauded by a client, losing team members and accounts to a trusted partner, and realizing that scaling hadn't created freedom; it had created dependence. After exiting, he stepped into enterprise sales, advising teams like Shopify Plus. He then built and scaled another agency to over $2 million per month and later structured it alongside private equity partners with a clear path to exit. But what changed most wasn't the scale—it was the perspective. Today, Damiano brings a different kind of conversation to podcasts. He doesn't talk about how to grow faster; he talks about what breaks as you grow, why most agencies become harder to leave, and how to build something that actually works without you. During the show we discuss: Why more revenue doesn't equal a healthier business How growth exposes hidden weaknesses in your operations Why founder-dependency is one of the biggest scaling bottlenecks How to build systems that allow your business to run without you The difference between scaling revenue vs scaling sustainably How to transition from hustle mode to structured growth Why early-stage struggles (like door knocking) build real scalability skills How to create a business that delivers freedom instead of burnout Resources: https://www.theagency.business/

  3. 3d ago

    Cheryl Tibbs: How to Use AI and Automation to Scale Your Business Faster and Smarter

    Cheryl Tibbs is a business growth strategist who bridges capital, technology, and automation to help entrepreneurs and small business owners scale. She combines business funding solutions with AI implementation, workflow automation, and strategic financial guidance to build efficient, resilient operations. With deep experience in financing, Cheryl helps companies secure working capital, loans, and equipment funding while streamlining processes through no-code and low-code systems. Her approach aligns access to capital with technology-driven efficiencies that boost productivity, profitability, and long-term growth. Cheryl is passionate about removing barriers—from limited funding to inefficient workflows and complex tech adoption—by designing smarter systems and sustainable strategies. Known for practical, results-driven insights, she speaks on funding, AI, automation, operations, and the future of tech-enabled growth. Her clients include founders, brokers, and vendors across diverse industries worldwide today. During the show we discuss: Why access to capital alone won't scale your business (and what actually will) How growth exposes operational inefficiencies—and how to fix them early Why combining AI + finance is a massive competitive advantage right now How to build systems that scale instead of creating chaos as you grow The biggest disconnect between finance experts and AI experts—and how to bridge it How to use automation to improve efficiency, profitability, and decision-making What sustainable growth really looks like (beyond just revenue increases) How to structure your business so funding actually accelerates growth instead of amplifying problems Resources: https://thecheryltibbs.com/ https://www.thefractionalcao.com/

  4. 4d ago

    Teri Ijeoma: How Entrepreneurs Can Build Financial Freedom & Create Income Thru Stock Trading

    Teri Ijeoma is a globally recognized financial educator, stock trading expert, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping individuals achieve financial freedom through strategic investing. A former educator and assistant principal, Teri transitioned from the classroom to full-time trading after discovering the power of the stock market as a tool for income generation and lifestyle design. She is the founder of Trade and Travel, a highly successful online education platform that has taught tens of thousands of students worldwide how to generate income through trading. Known for simplifying complex financial concepts, Teri has built a reputation for making trading accessible to beginners while delivering real, actionable results. A graduate of MIT with a background in education and leadership, Teri has been featured in major outlets such as Forbes, Yahoo Finance, and Black Enterprise. Today, she continues to empower aspiring investors to take control of their finances, build multiple income streams, and design a life on their own terms. During the show we discuss: How options trading works at a high level and why it's attractive for income generation Why risk management is the most important skill in trading How Teri transitioned from a traditional career to full-time trading income Why trading is a learnable skill—not just luck or gambling How to develop a repeatable trading strategy instead of guessing The importance of discipline, consistency, and emotional control How trading can create time freedom and location independence Why education and mentorship can shortcut the learning curve Resources Official Website: https://teriijeoma.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teriijeoma

  5. Jul 25

    Adam Stettner: Unlock Flexible Capital & Scale Cannabis Business in Highly Regulated Market

    Adam Stettner is a seasoned financial services entrepreneur and founder of FundCanna, a leading capital provider to the cannabis industry. After building Reliant Funding into one of the largest small business financing companies in the U.S., he identified a major gap in cannabis lending and launched FundCanna in 2021.  Under his leadership, the company has underwritten over 6,000 clients and approved more than $500 million in funding, becoming the largest non-bank, non-real estate funding source in the sector. Across his career, Stettner and his team have delivered over $6 billion to more than 200,000 businesses and reviewed over one million small business financial profiles. He has raised $300 million in equity and debt, demonstrating deep capital markets expertise. Stettner has earned recognition from Inc. 5000 and was named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year in San Diego. During the show we discuss: Why the cannabis industry is fundable despite common misconceptions How to access capital in highly regulated and underserved industries Why traditional lenders avoid cannabis and what alternatives exist How to evaluate risk and underwriting in non-traditional industries How to build and scale a lending company in a niche market Why revenue-based financing is a strong fit for cannabis businesses How regulatory challenges impact funding and how to navigate them How to identify underserved markets and turn them into massive opportunities Resources: https://thecannabisindustry.org/board-members/adam-stettner/ http://www.FundCanna.com

  6. Jul 24

    Stephen Woesner: How to Stop Chasing Leads and Start Attracting Right-Fit Clients

    For over 30 years, Stephen Woessner has worked in the trenches of agency new business strategy, working alongside and consulting with hundreds of agencies — teaching them how to plant their flag of authority within the markets they serve, grow their audience, and fill their sales pipeline with a steady stream of right-fit clients so they can win new business. Stephen founded Predictive ROI in 2009 and remains its CEO and co-owner, working alongside his business partners, Erik Jensen and Hannah Roth. Stephen hosts the "Onward Nation" and "Sell with Authority" podcasts with listeners in over 140 countries and over 1,000 episodes. His agency new business and marketing insights have been featured in major media, and he's the bestselling author of five books, including his latest entitled, "Sell With Authority." During the show we discuss: *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:4f64c08d-c751-472b-aab7-ef8b07d74c6e-5" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:4f64c08d-c751-472b-aab7-ef8b07d74c6e-5" data-testid= "conversation-turn-4" data-turn="assistant"> Why authority beats chasing leads How to turn trust into a system (not luck) Why niching down is the fastest path to growth How to build a steady pipeline of right-fit clients Why most marketing fails (and how to fix it) How to position yourself as the go-to expert in your market How to scale trust without burning out How to convert expertise into predictable revenue Resources: https://predictiveroi.com/

  7. Jul 23

    Sharon Lechter: How to Build Wealth Through Financial Literacy and Smart Money Habits

    Sharon Lechter is a globally recognized keynote speaker, bestselling author, and elite business strategist committed to advancing financial literacy and entrepreneurial success. A licensed CPA for over 35 years, she co-authored the international bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad and more than a dozen titles in the Rich Dad series. As CEO, she helped grow the Rich Dad Company into a worldwide brand. Sharon also partnered with the Napoleon Hill Foundation to reintroduce timeless success principles through bestselling books including Think and Grow Rich: Three Feet from Gold, Outwitting the Devil, and Think and Grow Rich for Women. She is the founder and CEO of Pay Your Family First, a financial education organization focused on empowering families and business owners. Appointed to the first U.S. President's Advisory Council on Financial Literacy, she has advised national leaders while continuing her impact as a mentor, philanthropist, mother, and grandmother.  During the show we discuss: Why financial literacy—not income—is the foundation of wealth The difference between active income vs. passive income (and why it matters) How the Cashflow game teaches real-world wealth-building principles Why most people make poor financial decisions—and how to avoid them How to think like an investor instead of an employee The real reason Rich Dad Poor Dad resonated globally—and what it teaches How to build scalable income streams through assets (real estate, business, investments) Why mindset and habits determine long-term financial success more than tactics Resources: https://sharonlechter.com/ https://success.sharonlechter.com/

  8. Jul 22

    Ciaran Burke: How to Secure Loans, Grants, and Equity Financing for Your Business Faster

    Ciaran Burke is a fintech entrepreneur and business leader, serving as Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer of Swoop, a platform that helps small and medium-sized businesses access funding through loans, grants, and equity solutions. Under his leadership, Swoop has become a trusted resource for SMEs seeking faster, more efficient access to capital. Prior to Swoop, Ciaran founded Hiive, a professional networking platform that grew to over 150,000 members and supported more than 4,500 businesses, including organizations such as Google, BBC, Facebook, and Sony. His experience scaling technology-driven companies has given him deep expertise in operations, growth strategy, and innovation. Ciaran is passionate about leveraging technology and AI to improve business financing and empower entrepreneurs, sharing insights on fintech, SME funding, and building scalable businesses. During the show we discuss: Why traditional funding is fragmented and how it limits business growth How to access multiple funding types (loans, grants, equity) in one place Why choosing the right funding type matters more than just getting approved How FinTech platforms are transforming business funding access The advantages of having a centralized funding marketplace How to increase your chances of approval by matching with the right lenders Why grants and equity are often overlooked opportunities How to streamline your funding strategy to save time and maximize results Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burkecg/ https://swoopfunding.com/

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In The Business Credit and Financing Show we tackle all types or topics relating to how you can get business credit and financing to start and grow your business. We also discuss marketing and growth strategies with top influencers and industry experts, to help you start and grow a profitable business.

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