Are you a contractor or trades business owner unsure about your tax responsibilities?

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Cody Daniel, CPA and founder of Builders Tax Group, uncovers the most common and costly tax mistakes contractors make. Learn which accounting methods can save you thousands, the overlooked deductions many business owners miss, and how to structure your company for long-term financial success.

Don’t pay more tax than you have to! This episode provides actionable strategies to protect your cash flow, keep your business growing, and avoid headaches with the IRS.

🚧 Download Cody’s free tax strategy ebook and learn more: https://builderstaxgroup.com

👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with other contractors and trades entrepreneurs who want to keep more of what they earn.

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Discover how any business, big or small can confidently handle unexpected challenges using a proven, straightforward system for crisis management.

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, I sit down with Mike Swenson, founder of Barclay Public Relations and creator of Crisis Track, who shares real-world stories and practical tips for navigating business crises. Learn the five key steps to build your own crisis plan, why transparency and communication matter, and how being prepared can turn adversity into opportunity.

Whether you’re a startup owner, local trader, or just want to future-proof your team, this episode gives you the tools to protect your business and build trust with your customers.

🔗 Learn more and access resources from Mike: https://crisistrack.com

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What if losing your vision didn’t mean losing your independence in the kitchen?

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, we meet Debra Erickson, founder of Blind Kitchen an innovative platform dedicated to making cooking safe, simple, and empowering for people with vision loss.

Debra shares her powerful journey of turning personal challenges into purpose-driven entrepreneurship. From developing adaptive tools like cut-resistant gloves to rebuilding confidence for thousands who thought their days in the kitchen were over, her story is one of resilience, creativity, and impact.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

How Blind Kitchen helps people with vision loss cook confidently

The inspiration behind creating adaptive cooking tools

What it takes to build a mission-driven business from lived experience

Lessons in resilience, confidence, and redefining what’s possible

Whether you’re interested in adaptive living, entrepreneurship with purpose, or real stories of grit and transformation, this conversation will challenge the limits you place on what’s possible.

🔗 Learn more or connect with Debra Erickson:

👉 https://theblindkitchen.com

👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement to keep going.

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Are you tired of networking events that lead nowhere?

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, bestselling author and business connector Devin Sizemore breaks down the proven framework for building authentic business relationships that lead to real opportunities, referrals, and long-term growth.

Devin reveals the thinking behind the Connection Expansion System, explains why traditional networking often fails, and shows how you can grow a powerful professional network without being pushy or salesy.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The 6 buckets that truly expand your connections

The right questions to ask that instantly build trust

The most common networking mistakes entrepreneurs make

How to structure productive, high-impact connection meetings

The four M’s every entrepreneur needs for sustainable business growth

If you’re ready to stop collecting contacts and start building relationships that actually move the needle, this episode will completely change how you approach networking.

🔗 Get free resources, join the community, and access the book here:

👉 https://devinsizemore.com

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Are you a small business owner wondering how to compete on a global level without burning out or breaking the bank?

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, I sit down with Ken Taylor, a seasoned tech leader, to break down how small and local businesses including blue-collar trades can successfully leverage remote work to grow, scale, and compete worldwide.

We explore practical strategies for:

Building high-performing remote teams

Improving productivity and efficiency

Reducing overhead costs without sacrificing quality

Using trust, systems, and verification to manage remote workers effectively

Whether you run a plumbing business, a construction company, a startup, or any service-based operation, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you can apply immediately.

If you want to attract better talent, work smarter, and future-proof your business, this episode is for you.

🔗 Learn more about Ken Taylor and his work:

👉 https://kenrtaylor.com/

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Are you struggling to make consistent sales or truly connect with your customers?

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, bestselling author and renowned revenue coach Kristin Zhivago shares the powerful blueprint that has helped hundreds of businesses grow by selling the way customers actually want to buy.

We explore why interviewing your customers is far more effective than relying on marketing personas, why love (not greed) should drive your business decisions, and how simple mindset shifts can dramatically improve your sales no matter your industry.

Kristine also breaks down:

The most common sales mistakes entrepreneurs make

How small businesses can successfully compete with big companies

Why understanding the mindset of the buyer is the ultimate advantage in today’s changing market

If you want to sell with clarity, confidence, and authenticity, this conversation will change how you think about sales.

🔗 Learn more about Kristin Zhivago’s work: https://zhivagopartners.com/

📚 Get her bestselling book, Roadmap to Revenue, on Amazon

👍 Like, subscribe, and leave a comment if you want more honest conversations about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building businesses people love.

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Are you a creative entrepreneur looking for a fresh way to grow your passion into a thriving business?

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Paul Pape reveals how he turned traditional business planning into a fun, game-inspired framework perfect for artists, makers, and anyone overwhelmed by business jargon.

Discover practical tips for:

Finding your niche and standing out in a crowded market

Overcoming the fear of pricing and charging what you’re worth

Building a business that feels authentic, creative, and profitable

Using gamification to engage your audience and grow a loyal fanbase

🎁 Grab your free resources and sample chapters:

👉 Gamify Business Podcast

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to level up your enterprise, this conversation is packed with wisdom, motivation, and actionable advice.

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👉 Watch the full conversation via the link in the bio.

#CreativeBusiness #Entrepreneurship #GamifyBusiness #AroBenaiahShow

Are bottlenecks and hidden challenges quietly holding your business back?

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah sits down with Darren Padgett, Founder and CEO of DNA Business Consulting, to break down practical, no-nonsense strategies for identifying and fixing bottlenecks and blind spots in small and service-based businesses—especially for blue-collar entrepreneurs and hands-on builders.

Darren shares what it really takes to unlock growth when things feel stuck, including:

How to spot hidden bottlenecks that drain time, money, and energy

Why checking your ego at the door is critical for real business growth

How experienced consultants dissect business processes to drive results

The difference between surface-level fixes and real structural solutions

What sustainable growth actually looks like for service businesses

If you want honest answers, not hype or shortcuts, this episode is a masterclass you cannot afford to miss.

🔗 Consult with Darren and his team:

👉 https://dnabusinessco.com

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👉 Watch the full conversation via the link in the bio.

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Most entrepreneurs believe that making more sales is the golden ticket to business success. But what if everything you’ve learned about managing money is actually keeping your business broke?

In this eye-opening episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah sits down with financial expert Leanne Ozaine to unpack the Profit Paradox: the surprising truth that increasing revenue does not always lead to higher profit.

Together, they break down the mindset shifts and practical actions business owners need to finally escape cash-flow traps and build healthier, more profitable businesses.

In this episode, you will learn:

Why personal finance principles often fail in business

The hidden dangers of spending money just to avoid taxes

How to identify waste versus true investment in your business

Practical steps, including Leanne’s Two Number Method, to uncover hidden profits

How to overcome shame and emotional blocks around money decisions

🎁 Get Leanne Ozaine’s free guide and start finding money hiding in plain sight:

👉 https://gift.profitwithleanne.com

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👉 Watch the full conversation via the link in the bio.

👍 If this episode gives you a lightbulb moment, don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share with fellow entrepreneurs who want to build smarter, healthier, and more profitable businesses.

Unlock predictable growth by eliminating the age-old divide between marketing and sales.

In this episode of The Aro Benaiah Show, Aro Benaiah sits down with Kyle Mealy, who shares a practical and proven approach to building a single revenue function that turns complexity into clarity for small businesses.

Kyle breaks down:

Why marketing and sales must operate as one mission-driven team

The Revenue Cascade and Revenue Zipper frameworks

How to visualize, measure, and unlock hidden revenue potential

How small businesses can scale profitably without overcomplicating their sales process

Whether you are stuck at a revenue plateau or looking to simplify your growth strategy, this conversation delivers real-world tactics you can apply immediately.

🎁 Get Kyle Mealy’s free Revenue Casket ebook and explore more resources:

👉 https://www.readyforthenextlevel.com/