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What King Midas Knew About Success That Most Entrepreneurs Never Figure Out
Jun 22, 2026
15m 53s
S3E93: Burn the boats: the Sun Tzu strategy every entrepreneur needs to hear
Jun 15, 2026
11m 58s
S3E92: Why Small Business Owners Quit — and the 2,000-year-old Secret to Pushing Through
Jun 8, 2026
12m 09s
S3E91The 3 Principles Behind Every Successful Business
Jun 1, 2026
17m 50s
S3E90: Confidence Is Killing More Businesses Than Competition
May 25, 2026
21m 10s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/22/26 |  What King Midas Knew About Success That Most Entrepreneurs Never Figure Out | Send us Fan Mail He wished that everything he touched would turn to gold. And for a moment, it felt like the greatest blessing any king could ask for — until he sat down for a meal and realized his gift had become a prison. This week on Small Business Survival Conversations, Anna Steinfest revisits the 2,500-year-old story of King Midas — but not the version you've heard before. This isn't a story about greed. It's a story about what happens after you get everything you wished for, and why so... | 15m 53s | ||||||
| 6/15/26 |  S3E93: Burn the boats: the Sun Tzu strategy every entrepreneur needs to hear | Send us Fan Mail YouTube description Burn the boats: the Sun Tzu strategy every entrepreneur needs to hear In 1519, Hernán Cortés ordered his own ships destroyed on the shores of Mexico — removing any possibility of retreat for his men. Centuries earlier, Sun Tzu described a similar moment: a leader who climbs to a height, then kicks away the ladder behind him. In this episode, Anna Steinfest unpacks what that ancient idea means for small business owners today — and why "someday" plans, backu... | 11m 58s | ||||||
| 6/8/26 |  S3E92: Why Small Business Owners Quit — and the 2,000-year-old Secret to Pushing Through✨ | small businessperseverance+3 | — | — | — | small business ownersquit+5 | — | 12m 09s | |
| 6/1/26 | S3E91The 3 Principles Behind Every Successful Business✨ | business growthmentorship+3 | Ken Dombrowski | — | — | successful businessmentorship+4 | — | 17m 50s | |
| 5/25/26 |  S3E90: Confidence Is Killing More Businesses Than Competition✨ | confidencebusiness failure+3 | Ken Dombrowski | Your Executive Life Coaching | — | business confidenceentrepreneur struggles+3 | — | 21m 10s | |
| 5/18/26 |  S3E89: Stop Hustling Long Enough to Hear This — Rest, Don't Quit✨ | restentrepreneurship+3 | — | — | — | hustleexhaustion+4 | — | 18m 13s | |
| 5/11/26 |  S3E88: Outnumbered, Outspent & Still Standing: The Spartan Strategy Every Small Business Needs✨ | small business strategyentrepreneurship+3 | — | Small Business Survival Conversations | — | small businessentrepreneurship+3 | — | 23m 32s | |
| 5/4/26 |  S3E87: Why Being Behind Might Be Your Biggest Advantage in Business✨ | business strategymotivation+3 | — | — | — | business growthentrepreneurship+3 | — | 8m 54s | |
| 4/27/26 |  S3E86: Play Your Hand — The Monday Message Every Small Business Owner Needs✨ | comparisonfairness+3 | — | — | — | small businessentrepreneurship+4 | — | 11m 55s | |
| 4/20/26 | S3E85: Unlock Growth: The 5 Whys Method Every Small Business Owner Needs✨ | growth strategies5 Whys Method+3 | — | Toyota | — | 5 Whys Methodsmall business+3 | — | 9m 42s | |
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| 4/13/26 |  S3E84: The Truth About Slow Business Growth (Most People Quit Here)✨ | business growthmotivation+3 | — | Small Business Survival ConversationsMonday Morning Motivation+1 | — | slow business growthbamboo tree+3 | — | 7m 27s | |
| 4/6/26 |  S3E83: Stop Killing What’s Working in Your Business (The Golden Goose Lesson)✨ | business growthconsistency+3 | — | The Golden Goose | — | business growthconsistency+3 | — | 7m 15s | |
| 3/30/26 |  S3E82: How to Stay Steady When Your Business Feels Uncertain✨ | business uncertaintyfounder resilience+3 | — | Small Business Survival Conversations | — | business uncertaintyfounders+3 | — | 14m 20s | |
| 3/26/26 | S3E81: From Fear to Fight Mode: The Mike Tyson Mindset Every Small Business Owner Needs | Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to pivot as a small business owner when everything feels uncertain? In this powerful episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, we sit down with Ken Dobrowski, founder of Your Executive Life Coaching, to unpack the mindset shifts required to not just survive—but grow—through challenges. Ken shares his personal journey of pivoting in business and life, revealing what truly fuels his motivation every single day. But what makes this conversation u... | 23m 07s | ||||||
| 3/23/26 |  S3E80: Small Business Survival: What to Do When the Storm Hits | Send us Fan Mail When challenges hit your business, how do you keep going? In this episode of the Small Business Survival Conversation Podcast, we share Monday morning motivation for small business owners through a powerful story about staying steady in difficult seasons. You’ll also hear practical action steps for the week and learn about our free workshops designed to help small businesses use AI for operations and marketing. Sign up at SurviveBuzHub.org/Business-Hub-Growth-Academy.&n... | 20m 59s | ||||||
| 3/16/26 |  S3E79: The Giant Leap – Why Your Business Needs Magic Beans | Send us Fan Mail What if the story of Jack and the Beanstalk was actually a blueprint for building and scaling a small business? In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, we break down the classic fairytale and uncover powerful lessons about entrepreneurship, risk, growth, and outsmarting bigger competitors. Most people remember Jack as a kid climbing a beanstalk. But entrepreneurs see something different: a bold decision, a risky trade, a... | 10m 21s | ||||||
| 3/9/26 |  S3E78: The Big Bad Wolf vs. Your Business: Why 'Good Enough' Isn’t Enough Anymore | Send us Fan Mail Monday morning is for architects, not just dreamers. If you’ve been feeling like you're working harder but your business still feels "flimsy," this episode is for you. We’re converting a childhood story into a masterclass on Small Business Resilience. Inside this episode: The Reality of the "Big Bad Wolf" in 2026.Why "Brick Season" feels exhausting (and why it's worth it).3 Action Steps to take before Friday to secure your revenue. Subscribe for more tactical AI and busi... | 9m 17s | ||||||
| 3/2/26 |  S3E77: The Hidden Test Every Small Business Owner Is Taking | Send us Fan Mail In this Monday Morning Motivation episode, Anna shares a powerful fable about a young boy, three wishes, and the hidden test that most leaders never realize they are taking. At first, the wishes seem simple: health, financial security, stability. But the third wish reveals something deeper — a shift from self-interest to service. And that shift changes everything. If you’re a small business owner focused on growth, revenue, and sustainability, this episode will challenge you ... | 8m 01s | ||||||
| 2/23/26 |  S3E76: The Tao of Success: Why Patience and Persistence Matter More Than Talent in Small Business | Send us Fan Mail In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, we explore The Tao of Success — the true path to building a sustainable and resilient small business. But what does “Tao” mean? Simply put, it means “the way.” And the real way to success isn’t flashy marketing, overnight growth, or natural talent. It’s patience, persistence, and steady improvement. Too many entrepreneurs believe they need to be the smartest, most connected, or most experience... | 11m 08s | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | S3E75: From $5,000 to Billionaire: Sara Blakely’s Spanx Story & the Power of Simple Ideas | Send us Fan Mail What if your next big business breakthrough is hiding inside a small frustration? In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, we dive into the inspiring story of Sara Blakely, founder of Spanx, who started her billion-dollar company with just $5,000 and a simple idea — cutting the feet off her pantyhose to solve a common wardrobe problem. Without investors, business school training, or industry connections, Sara built one of the most su... | 15m 24s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 |  S3E74: Survival Isn’t the Win: What Small Business Owners Must Do After the Crisis | Send us Fan Mail In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, host Anna Steinfest shares a powerful business lesson inspired by the Grimm fairy tale The Straw, the Coal, and the Bean. This story may sound simple, but it delivers a critical message for small business owners: surviving a crisis is not the same as being safe from the next one. Many entrepreneurs narrowly escape tough seasons—cash flow scares, bad clients, burnout, or unexpected ... | 14m 13s | ||||||
| 2/2/26 |  S3E73: Build to Last: The Power of Slow Growth for Entrepreneurs | Send us Fan Mail In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, host Anna Steinfest shares a powerful lesson inspired by the folktale The Bamboo Turtle — a story that reminds small business owners why strength, patience, and sustainability matter more than speed. In a world that celebrates rapid growth and overnight success, many entrepreneurs feel pressure to scale faster than their systems, cash flow, or energy can support. This episode chall... | 9m 28s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 |  S3E72: Slow and Smart Wins the Race: A Small Business Strategy Lesson | Send us Fan Mail In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of the Small Business Survival Conversations Podcast, host Anna Steinfest shares a powerful business lesson from the classic Grimm fairy tale The Hedgehog and the Hare—a story that proves speed alone doesn’t guarantee success. For small business owners, the pressure to move faster, grow quicker, and keep up with competitors can lead to burnout, poor decisions, and wasted energy. This episode challenges the hustle-first mindset and sho... | 10m 16s | ||||||
| 1/18/26 |  S3E71: Run Your Race — Why Comparison Is Holding Your Business Back | Send us Fan Mail In today’s Monday Morning Motivation episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, we’re talking about one of the biggest silent killers of momentum for small business owners: comparison. Somewhere right now, someone else’s business looks bigger, faster, and more successful. But chasing someone else’s path is a distraction that costs you focus, confidence, and progress. This episode is a mindset reset for entrepreneurs who feel behind, discouraged, or tempted to measure t... | 9m 42s | ||||||
| 1/12/26 |  S3E70: Think Like an Octopus: How Small Business Owners Can Adapt, Survive, and Win | Send us Fan Mail In this Monday Morning Motivation episode of Small Business Survival Conversations, host Anna Steinfest uses one of nature’s most intelligent creatures—the octopus—to deliver powerful lessons for small business owners navigating uncertainty. The octopus survives without a shell, without bones, and without a safety net—by relying on intelligence, adaptability, and strategy. Just like small business owners. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why adaptability is a competitive advant... | 10m 38s | ||||||
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