What if the secret to small business growth isn’t grinding harder, but building smarter? Small Business, Big Engine is the show where real small business owners share how they’ve built momentum. Hosted by Grant Fisher, a longtime product designer and founder of SingleStack, the podcast takes you behind the scenes of companies across industries, from solo service providers and franchisees to brick-and-mortar owners and creative entrepreneurs. Each week, Grant sits down with business builders who are doing more than just staying afloat. They’re creating systems, hiring with intention, building visibility, and getting creative with how they serve their customers. These aren’t polished highlight reels. They’re honest, tactical, and often surprising conversations about the challenges and wins of running a small business in today’s world. You'll hear stories like: How Andrea Boddeker, a Card My Yard franchise owner, transitioned from independent business ownership to franchising, and the unexpected marketing challenges that came with managing a hyper-local, high-touch service How Reed Hansen of MarketSurge built a results-first marketing agency by helping small business clients plug the gaps in their lead systems, starting with something as simple (and costly) as missed phone calls How Darcy Cudmore went from freelancing on Fiverr to running his own successful PR agency, and why trust, relationships, and simplicity drive everything he does How Jeff Shiffman and Kate Finan of Boom Box Post created a thriving post-production sound studio by intentionally crafting a culture of generosity in a hyper-competitive industry And how Elyse Petersen of Tealet is using blockchain to disrupt global tea trade and connect farmers directly with consumers, all while navigating the challenges of transparency, scaling, and market education The show also features guests like: Jonathan Fisher, who opened a beverage company during the pandemic and shares what it really takes to stay resilient when the hype fades Brady Lowe, a hospitality entrepreneur who shares why thoughtful engagement is the most overlooked growth strategy in the next decade Robert Kennedy III, a storytelling expert who helps business owners communicate in ways that actually connect with their audience And many more creative and resourceful leaders who aren’t waiting for permission, they’re building their own engines Whether you’re trying to increase your visibility, get more leads, manage your team better, or simply create a business that doesn’t run you into the ground, this podcast is for you. You’ll walk away from each episode with ideas you can actually put into practice. We cover topics like: Marketing and content strategy for small teams Automation tools and systems that save time Client experience and retention tactics Hiring, delegation, and leadership for small teams Building authority in crowded industries What AI can (and can’t) do for your business And how to grow without burning out If you’re tired of vague advice and cookie-cutter growth hacks, you’ll find Small Business, Big Engine refreshingly real. Grant brings a direct, no-fluff approach to every conversation, asking the questions most business owners don’t get asked — about their decisions, failures, experiments, and wins. It's a podcast built for business owners who are learning as they go but aren’t content to stay stuck. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe now and start learning from entrepreneurs who are in the trenches, building smart, sustainable businesses on their own terms.
