How It Is

How It Is

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How It Is episodes

  • How Business Owners Can Learn From Last Year's Business Struggles For Growth

    In this episode, Jon Rix and Nick McDonald dive into the harsh realities of scaling a business—why you shouldn’t care what others think and how to trust your own instincts.✅ From Small Big Business to Big Small Business – Why letting go and delegating is the key to real growth.✅ The Business Plateau – What happens when the excitement wears off, and how to push through.✅ Snakes & Ladders of Business – What worked before might not work again. Adaptability is everything in an ever-changing industry.If you're navigating the challenges of expansion, this episode is a must-listen! 🎙️Stay Connected with The Compliance Guys:📞 Phone: 01792 926040🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/14YEU0UkAOGpdWbazdZ19W?si=QFJhoDO2Q7CrcYDHiMaMEA🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6rha39hiiHtbGoHVFnTGA🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-it-is/id1783785566🎞 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e12b1c97-e5d0-4d11-8fcd-

    33 min
  • The Basics. What does compliance mean?

    In this episode, we break down the basics of compliance into simple, easy-to-understand terms. From the transformation of the FSA into what we now know as the FCA, to the evolution of Consumer Credit Licenses (CCLs) and key concepts in compliance, we explore how the landscape has shifted over the years.


    Hosts Jon Rix and Nick McDonald share their insights into the world of compliance, making it accessible for everyone—whether you're a seasoned professional or just getting started.


    This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to grasp the fundamentals of compliance and how it's evolved over time.


    Stay Connected with The Compliance Guys:

    📞 Phone: 01792 926040


    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/14YEU0UkAOGpdWbazdZ19W?si=QFJhoDO2Q7CrcYDHiMaMEA

    🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6rha39hiiHtbGoHVFnTGA

    🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-it-is/id1783785566

    🎞 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e12b1c97-e5d0-4d11-8fcd-ca31a0ea12a1/how-it-is

    23 min
  • The Hard Truth About Growing Sales & Marketing (No One Talks About)

    In this episode, we dive into the world of sales and marketing—what it’s really like to grow this side of your business, the biggest challenges along the way, and why marketing can often spark so much controversy. From navigating sponsorship deals to the decision to outsource marketing, we dive into what it takes to build a thriving business in this space.


    Hosts Jon Rix and Nick McDonald share their thoughts, firsthand experiences, and the tough questions they repeatedly ask themselves about building and scaling their sales and marketing efforts. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of sales and marketing with confidence.


    Stay Connected with The Compliance Guys:

    📞 Phone: 01792 926040


    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/14YEU0UkAOGpdWbazdZ19W?si=QFJhoDO2Q7CrcYDHiMaMEA

    🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6rha39hiiHtbGoHVFnTGA

    🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-it-is/id1783785566

    🎞 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e12b1c97-e5d0-4d11-8fcd-ca31a0ea12a1/how-it-is

    #podcast #sales #marketing #salesandmarketing #howitis #business #businessmanagement

    32 min
  • What changes are the FCA making?

    In this episode, we dive into the latest developments in the compliance industry, including what happened after the Supreme Court appeal.


    Hosts Jon Rix and Nick McDonald share their insights and discuss what this means for the industry now and moving forward.


    This is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay informed and ahead of the curve.


    Stay Connected with The Compliance Guys:

    📞 Phone: 01792 926040


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    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/14YEU0UkAOGpdWbazdZ19W?si=QFJhoDO2Q7CrcYDHiMaMEA

    🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6rha39hiiHtbGoHVFnTGA

    🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-it-is/id1783785566

    🎞 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e12b1c97-e5d0-4d11-8fcd-ca31a0ea12a1/how-it-is


    🌐 Visit our website: https://thecomplianceguys.co.uk/

    #Compliance #SupremeCourtruling #commissiondisclosure #ComplianceUK

    14 min
  • What Does A Compliance Company Even Do?

    In this episode of How It Is Podcast, we explain:

    What do we actually do?
    Many of us probably often hear the word compliance, but what does a compliance
    company really do?

    Nick and Jon discuss the services our compliance company

    offers, share their thoughts on the future of compliance, and highlight the
    challenges motor dealers face. They explore why some businesses might need a
    wake-up call to take action on their compliance.

    The episode also dives into our FCA success rate and what

    lies ahead for The Compliance Guys.

    This is a must-listen for anyone wanting to better

    understand compliance companies and the valuable services they provide.

     

    Stay Connected with The Compliance Guys:

    📞 Phone: 01792 926040

     

     

    Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us for more content!

     

    🎧 Spotify:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/14YEU0UkAOGpdWbazdZ19W?si=QFJhoDO2Q7CrcYDHiMaMEA

    🎥 YouTube:

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6rha39hiiHtbGoHVFnTGA

    🍎 Apple Podcasts:

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-it-is/id1783785566

    🎞 Amazon Music:

    https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e12b1c97-e5d0-4d11-8fcd-ca31a0ea12a1/how-it-is

     

    🌐 Visit our website:

    https://thecomplianceguys.co.uk/

     

    #Compliance #Podcast #Compliancecompany #Businessowners #Howitis

    22 min
  • Breaking Mental Health Barriers in Business

    In this episode of How It Is Podcast, we tackle the critical topic of Mental Health in Business.

    Hosts Jon Rix and Nick McDonald share real-life insights and strategies for managing mental health as business owners. They explore the challenges of balancing professional demands with personal well-being, breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, and fostering supportive environments.
    The conversation dives into their personal experiences, highlighting the importance of prioritizing mental health while navigating the difficulty of stepping away from their business. They also discuss the pivotal lesson of removing emotions from business decisions and ensuring these decisions don’t impact them personally.
    This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, managers, and anyone looking to build a thriving business without compromising their own well-being.
    Stay Connected with The Compliance Guys:
    📞 Phone: 01792 926040
    Found this episode helpful? Show your support:
    Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us for more content!
    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/14YEU0UkAOGpdWbazdZ19W?si=QFJhoDO2Q7CrcYDHiMaMEA
    🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx6rha39hiiHtbGoHVFnTGA
    🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-it-is/id1783785566
    🎞 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/e12b1c97-e5d0-4d11-8fcd-ca31a0ea12a1/how-it-is
    🌐 Visit our website: https://thecomplianceguys.co.uk/
    💪 Spreading awareness on Mental Health!
    #MentalHealthMatters #Podcast #MindsetShift #Businessowners #MentalHealthInBusiness

    30 min
  • The Truth About Commission Disclosure What the Court Case Means for You

    In this episode 002, The Truth About Commission Disclosure: What the Court Case Means for You, we dive into the latest developments in the ongoing Supreme Court case on commission disclosure in the motor industry.


    Discover what the ruling means for brokers, dealers, and consumers, and how it could reshape the way commissions are disclosed across the industry. We’ll break down the key details, share insights on potential impacts, and discuss what businesses should do to stay ahead of these changes.


    Whether you’re a broker, dealer, or industry insider, this is essential viewing to understand the future of compliance and transparency in motor finance.


    👉 Watch now to stay informed and prepared for what’s next!


    #CommissionDisclosure #MotorIndustry #ComplianceMatters #TransparencyInFinance

    14 min
  • Behind the Build: Our Journey to Becoming Business Owners

    Every business has a story, and this is ours. In Behind the Build, we pull back the curtain on how we started, grew, and navigated the challenges of building our company.

    From the initial spark of an idea to the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, we share the unfiltered truth about what it takes to become business owners. Tune in for personal insights, lessons learned, and a behind-the-scenes look at the journey that shaped our business.

    If you’re dreaming of starting your own venture or just curious about the realities of being a business owner , this podcast is for you. Discover the backstory, the struggles, and the victories—this is how it is.

    45 min

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