Here’s The Deal

HTD Episode 9 — Saturated? Nope. You're Just Late, And That's Still Early.Everybody's telling me the podcast market is saturated. The data says otherwise — and in this episode, I drop the receipts.The creator economy just crossed $200 BILLION and is growing 22% annually. The U.S. creator economy alone projects to hit $671B by 2035. There are 4.5 million podcasts in existence, but only 10–11% are actively publishing. *44% of podcasts quit before episode 3.* Just *21 episodes* puts you in the top 1% on the planet.If you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or someone with expertise sitting on the sidelines wondering if you missed the boat — Chris has news for you: *the ship hasn't even been built yet.*00:00 The saturation myth01:00 Three keys: clear message, consistency, commitment02:20 The $200 billion creator economy04:58 Crowded market vs. growing market07:00 4.5M podcasts, 90% abandoned09:30 Your life is your unfair advantage13:00 Audiences don't want information — they want YOU14:55 Why podcast trust beats most other media17:20 Stay in your lane19:47 Block your recording time like a client appointment22:30 Why consistency beats talent (the Jerry Rice principle)25:00 The 100th episode mark27:00 HTD Podcast Coaching & Production launch🎙️ *HTD Podcast Coaching & Production:*"Bring Us The Story. We Refine The Vision."Message development → Show format → Weekly production → Thumbnails → Multi-platform distribution → Social clips. The full stack.📧 *FREE 30-minute consultation:* [email protected]/marketing🌐 *Subscribe for more:* Educate. Elevate. Inspire.*Easy. Comfortable. Connected.*—*Follow HTD:*LinkedIn → Chris Flowers / Here's The DealFacebook → Here's The DealInstagram → @heresthedealbizTikTok → @heresthedealbizBuzzsprout, Spotify & Apple Podcasts → Here's The Deal🎙️ *Subscribe via any podcast app:*RSS Feed → https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2613143.rss#heresthedealbiz #mybizcoaches #videomarketing #easycomfortableconnected #podcasting #creatoreconomy #podcastcoaching #entrepreneurpodcast #howtostartapodcast #podcastproduction #businesspodcast #smallbusinesstips #contentcreator #podcastlaunch #podcaststats2026

92% of podcasts fail before episode 10. If you’re an entrepreneur or coach tired of sitting on the sidelines, this is your roadmap to building a platform that actually lasts.In this episode of Here’s The Deal, 30-year commercial finance veteran Chris Flowers cuts through the noise. We aren't talking about microphones or software—we’re talking about the three strategic pillars required to move from "hobbyist" to "industry authority."🕒 Timestamps0:00 — The Shocking Truth: Why 92% of Podcasts Die1:45 — Pillar 1: The One-Sentence Message Test4:10 — Pillar 2: The Consistency Rule (Better than 4K Gear)7:30 — Pillar 3: Why You Must "Hit the F'in Button"10:15 — How to Scale: HTD Coaching & Production12:45 — Your First Step to Launching🎙️ About This EpisodeWhether you're a small business owner or a coach with a story to tell, Chris breaks down:How to separate your message from the digital noise.The industry stats that predict your podcast’s survival.The mindset shift needed to stop planning and start producing.🔗 Ready to Launch or Scale?Don't do it alone. Get a professional production team behind you.👉 Book your Free Consultation: [email protected]/marketing📲 Connect with Chris & HTDSubscribe for weekly episodes built to Educate, Elevate, and Inspire.🔔 Hit the bell so you never miss a drop.LinkedIn: [Chris Flowers / Here's The Deal]IG/TikTok/FB: @HeresTheDealBizListen on the go: [Link to Spotify/Apple]#HeresTheDeal #PodcastStrategy #Entrepreneurship #ContentMarketing #SmallBusinessGrowth #ChrisFlowers #VideoMarketing #StartAPodcast

In this episode of Here's a Deal, I just got back from the Accelerate networking event at Phoenix International Raceway — and two-time Indy 500 champion Arie Luyendyk was the guest speaker. He said something that hit me hard:"You gotta push the car to the limit — but you gotta know what the car can do, and what it can't."In this episode we break down:✅ Why ambition alone doesn't grow a business — capacity does✅ How to identify your proven capacity vs. your imagined capacity✅ The difference between a dream and a goal (hint: one has a plan)✅ Why saying NO to a job can actually build your reputation✅ Cash flow, staffing, and operations — your tires, brakes, and fuel✅ When to push it and when to box (and who should be in your headset)Whether you're a contractor, service provider, or growing your brand — this episode will help you race smart, not just fast.🎙️ Here's a Deal — where we Educate, Elevate, and Inspire Entrepreneurs.📲 Let's set a meeting and talk about your business story: https://heresthedeal.biz/marketing#HeresADeal #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #SmallBusiness #ArieLuyendyk #CashFlow #BusinessPodcast #PhoenixBusiness #RaceSmart #IndyCar

Good help is hard to find, or is it?

In this episode of Here’s The Deal, we challenge one of the most common excuses in business and shift the focus where it belongs—on leadership, standards, and accountability.

If your business is growing but your quality is slipping, you’re not scaling… you’re eroding your brand.

We break down:

• Why leadership defines excellence
• The importance of clarity and team buy-in
• How lowering standards impacts customer trust
• The hidden cost of cutting corners
• Why integrity must come before profit

The truth is:
Customers don’t leave slowly—they leave after broken trust.

And once they’re gone, they’re not coming back.

Here’s The Deal:
Excellence builds brands, profit follows.

Want to take your brand to the next level with video?

Reach out:
[email protected]/marketing

What if the answer to financial peace is not making more money?In this episode of Here’s The Deal, Chris Flowers sits down with Bill Haase, author of Our Mindset on Money, to talk about the side of money most people never truly learn: mindset, intentional spending, financial awareness, and how your relationship with money affects your life.Bill shares lessons from his time on the Chicago trading floor, his experience as a financial advisor, and why so many people, no matter their income, still struggle to understand and manage money well.This episode digs into:Why making more money does not automatically solve money problemsHow people live financially by intent or by defaultWhy budgeting is really about understanding your relationship with moneyThe difference between looking wealthy and building stabilityWhy business owners and families both need financial literacyHow to teach kids better money habits earlyWhy money is a tool, not an identityIf you are building a business, managing a household, trying to reduce financial stress, or simply wanting to make smarter money decisions, this conversation is packed with practical insight.Connect with Bill Haase:Book: Our Mindset on Money https://a.co/d/04C4I3BEWebsite: billhaase.comAlso mentioned: Money Mindset MediaAbout Here’s The Deal:We help business owners tell their story through video in a way that is Easy, Comfortable, and Cost Effective. Our mission is to Educate, Elevate, and Inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.For marketing support or to storyboard your next move, contact: [email protected]/marketing#BillHaase #MoneyMindset #PersonalFinance #FinancialLiteracy #Budgeting #BusinessOwners #EntrepreneurMindset #HeresTheDealBiz #mybizcoaches #videomarketing #easycomfortablecosteffective

If talking about your business for 30 seconds feels hard, filming it probably does too.At Here’s The Deal, we help business owners turn ideas into video content that actually works.From Raw to Ready edits to full authority-building strategies, we handle the scripting, direction, and editing so you don’t have to guess.Want more than content?The Here’s The Deal Inner Circle puts your brand inside our media ecosystem with ongoing exposure and direct access to business decision-makers.Let’s make your story work for you, schedule a free consulting session today: https://calendly.com/heresthedeal/chrisflowers#heresthedealbiz #videomarketing #contentstrategy #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship #authoritymarketing

Underpricing doesn’t just hurt you. It cheats your client too because you’re stretched thin, rushed, and operating on volume instead of value.If someone says, “That’s too expensive,” the answer isn’t to discount yourself. The answer might be: we’re not a fit. The right people won’t argue with your price.If you don’t know your numbers, someone else will decide them for you.You can’t build a big life with small pricing. Comfortable pricing creates uncomfortable futures. The 3 Numbers You Must Know:Real cost to deliverTrue capacityIntentional profitIf you need help working through this please let's talk about it. https://calendly.com/heresthedeal/chr...Chapters00:00Game Day Excitement and Team Spirit01:27Understanding Pricing for Profit01:56The Importance of Knowing Your Costs04:39Setting Healthy Margins07:18Pricing for the Lifestyle You Want10:16Delivering Quality Service11:47Balancing Work and Life13:52The Impact of Pricing on Life Quality16:22Building a Brand with Value18:50Adjusting Prices for Quality Service20:59Creating Tiered Pricing Options23:00Negotiating with Clients24:34Setting Boundaries with Pricing27:32Long-Term Client Relationships29:29The Importance of Clarity and Confidence30:59Strategizing for the Future

In this episode of "Here's the Deal," host Christopher Flowers reflects on the legacy of Chris Cornell and transitions into a critical discussion about pricing strategies for entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the importance of pricing for profit rather than fear of rejection, arguing that many business owners undervalue their time and expertise. Chris shares personal experiences from his banking career and current business practices, highlighting the need for a mindset shift regarding self-worth and pricing. He stresses that pricing should reflect the value one brings to the table, and that rejection often stems from a lack of clarity in communicating that value to potential clients.Chris further elaborates on the consequences of underpricing, including increased workload and stress, and the importance of focusing on high-value clients. He encourages listeners to recognize their worth and to price their services accordingly, suggesting that doing so not only protects their time but also enhances their ability to serve clients effectively. The episode concludes with a promise of a follow-up discussion on how to price strategically to attract the right clientele without scaring them away.

We’re back.

In the first episode of 2026, Christopher Flowers breaks down why short-form video is no longer a “nice to have” for business owners, it’s the expectation.

If you can talk about your business for 30 seconds, you can be on camera for 30 seconds. No acting. No perfection. Just real conversations turned into content that builds trust and drives growth.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why 30–90 second videos outperform long-form content

• Why authenticity beats perfect scripting every time

• How video creates a constant sales loop, even while you sleep

• How Here’s The Deal removes the dread of video creation

Video doesn’t need to be complicated.
It just needs to be done.

🎙️ Listen now and start using video the smart way.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.heresthedeal.biz

On-Camera Confidence: Be Real, Consistent | HTD Ep 40If being on camera makes you freeze, this episode is for you. Chris breaks down why authenticity beats polish, how to treat the lens like a friend, and why consistency builds know-like-trust. Mess up? Keep rolling—your message is what converts. And if you want coaching that’s Easy, Comfortable, Cost Effective, HTD will guide you take-by-take until it clicks.Chapters00:00 Cold open: camera nerves are normal00:18 Authenticity beats perfect performance02:10 “You don’t need to be an actor”04:05 Talk to the camera like a friend06:20 Mistakes are fine—post the progress08:15 Consistency → know, like, trust10:05 Video as your 24/7 sales engine12:00 HTD coaching: Easy, Comfortable, Cost Effective13:20 Press record & CTACTA:Subscribe for weekly episodes that Educate, Elevate, Inspire. DM “CAMERA” on any platform to get HTD’s on-camera coaching details.