EWH University for Small Business Show

Joseph Hastreiter
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  • Entrepreneurship
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Tune into our weekly show for insights and strategies for success. Empowering you to build, grow and Master your Business! Whether you are just starting or you've been in business for years, EWH University can give your organization the strength it needs to be more successful and equip you for the future. Fuel up for the week with business insights. With more good weeks, we will have better, months and years. This show will help fuel your success.

  1. 07/27/2025

    Make a Wish and Make Your Business a Masterpiece

    In this episode, we ask a powerful question: what's your wish for where you want to be 10, 20, 30, or even 40 years from now after a lifetime of running your business? Time will pass faster than you think, and the life you'll have then will be the direct result of the decisions and commitments you make today. Too often, we get caught up in the daily grind—so busy making a living that we forget to build a life. This conversation is about how to ensure your business becomes a masterpiece, a reflection of who you are, what you value, and the impact you want to make. We'll talk about how to keep your eyes on what matters most—your family, your legacy, your purpose—so that when the decades pass, you'll have built not just a business, but a life and legacy you're proud of.

    39 min

  2. 07/20/2025

    From Stress to Success: How to Build a Business That Supports You

    In this episode, we're tackling a question every small business owner asks: how do I reduce the stress my business puts on me? You'll learn how to build a business that supports your life, fuels your passion, and gives you more joy—not just more headaches. If you're ready to go from burnout to breakthrough, this episode is for you.

    41 min

  3. 07/15/2025

    Are You Afraid of Chat GPT

    Are you afraid of ChatGPT—or just unsure what it really is? If you're a small business owner and not using this powerful tool, you're missing out on opportunities to save time, reduce costs, and grow your business. In this episode, we dive into what ChatGPT is and explore real-life examples of how business owners are using it to streamline processes, enhance marketing, and tackle everyday tasks. From creating detailed spreadsheets to generating marketing messages that land with your ideal client, we'll show you how AI can transform your business operations. You'll also learn about the common pitfalls of AI and why keeping the human element in your marketing, messaging, and leadership is critical for success. Whether you're just dipping your toes in the water or ready to dive in, this episode will inspire you to leverage ChatGPT to its full potential. Tune in for actionable insights, practical examples, and the tools you need to harness AI for your business—because small business success is all about working smarter, not harder.

    40 min

  4. 07/15/2025

    Starting a Small Business

    Starting a small business is tough, but getting off to the right start can make all the difference between success and failure. In this episode, we'll share essential tips and strategies to lay a solid foundation for success. Whether you're launching a new venture or giving your current business a fresh perspective, this show is packed with practical advice and actionable steps. Get ready for another great show filled with fuel, insights, and strategies to support a successful start and jumpstart to your small business.

    25 min

  5. 07/13/2025

    The Most Adaptable Thrive: Mastering Change with a Master

    Change, adaptation, and innovation are essential to growing a business—but staying relevant gets even harder the longer you're in business. In this episode, we sit down with Dan Meyer, founder of BizTimes Milwaukee, who's grown and evolved his company for 30 years in one of the most disrupted industries: publishing. If you want real-world lessons on navigating change, adapting, innovation and building long-term success, this is the episode for you.

    43 min

  6. 07/07/2025

    We're All in Leadership (Even When We Don't Realize It)

    After living through a painfully bad sales and customer service experience, I was reminded of a powerful truth—we're all in leadership. Whether you're in sales, service, operations, or management, your ability to influence, communicate, and lead others matters. In this episode, I share the experience we've all lived through, and how it reveals the simple, universal formula we use with teams and businesses to improve communication, leadership, and results at every level. It's a warning—and an example—and a reminder to lead better in every role we play.

    40 min

  7. 07/07/2025

    How We Doubled the Size of Our Family Business

    In this episode, I'm talking about how we doubled the size of the family business I grew up in—and the key insights that can help you double the size of your business too. Success leaves clues, and what we learned in our family business—and then built on—can help you build on your own success. If you're ready to grow, these takeaways will give you the tools, mindset, and strategies to take your business to the next level.

    40 min

  8. 06/27/2025

    Lessons From Dad: Doubling our Family Business Together

    In the spirit of Father's Day—and in honor of the man this university was named after—this episode is dedicated to the lessons I learned from my dad that helped us double our family business. After college, I joined the business he built from the ground up, and the greatest gift of my life was not just learning from him, but doing it with him. In this show, I'll share the strategies, insights, and golden nuggets I learned by watching him lead and by leading alongside him. These are the lessons that fueled our growth—and they might just help you double your business, too. Love you, Dad. Happy Father's Day.

    38 min
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Tune into our weekly show for insights and strategies for success. Empowering you to build, grow and Master your Business! Whether you are just starting or you've been in business for years, EWH University can give your organization the strength it needs to be more successful and equip you for the future. Fuel up for the week with business insights. With more good weeks, we will have better, months and years. This show will help fuel your success.

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