Unsexy Entrepreneurship
Unsexy Entrepreneurship
Podcast Description
Want to quit your job and build real financial freedom—but not sure where to start?
This podcast is for millennial entrepreneurs who are ready to take control of their future through business ownership. Whether you’re looking to start a business, buy an existing business, or grow a side hustle into a full-time gig, we give you the real-world playbook that actually works.
Hosted by Charles Harris, a CPA turned business owner, and Dr. Seth Jenson, director of The Entrepreneurship Institure and an Oxford PhD in Business Strategy who’s helped thousands launch companies, this show cuts through the noise and gives you straight talk on:
• How to start a business from scratch
• What to look for when buying a small business
• The mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur
• How to avoid beginner mistakes that cost you time and money
• Proven strategies to grow your small business
No fluff. No hype. Just the unsexy truth about building a business that works—so you can build a life you actually want.
Subscribe now if you’re ready to stop dreaming and start doing.
Got questions? Contact us here: https://tinyurl.com/6fwvem3v
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of topics vital for aspiring entrepreneurs, including starting a business from scratch, buying existing businesses, and essential mindset shifts. Episodes delve into the 'MOSAIC' framework, how to identify profitable customer relationships, and the importance of systems and channels in achieving business success. For example, Episode 002 details how to bulletproof a business from failure, while Episode 004 explores the significance of aligning goals with personal motivations.
Want to quit your job and build real financial freedom—but not sure where to start?
This podcast is for millennial entrepreneurs who are ready to take control of their future through business ownership. Whether you’re looking to start a business, buy an existing business, or grow a side hustle into a full-time gig, we give you the real-world playbook that actually works.
Hosted by Charles Harris, a CPA turned business owner, and Dr. Seth Jenson, director of The Entrepreneurship Institute and an Oxford PhD in Business Strategy who’s helped thousands launch companies, this show cuts through the noise and gives you straight talk on:
• How to start a business from scratch
• What to look for when buying a small business
• The mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur
• How to avoid beginner mistakes that cost you time and money
• Proven strategies to grow your small business
No fluff. No hype. Just the unsexy truth about building a business that works—so you can build a life you actually want.
Subscribe now if you’re ready to stop dreaming and start doing.
Got questions? Contact us here: https://tinyurl.com/6fwvem3v
In this Ask-Me-Anything episode of The Unsexy Entrepreneurship Podcast, Charles Harris and Seth Jenson tackle the most common (and most confusing) questions new founders face. Whether you’re starting a bookkeeping business, a marketing agency, or any professional service, this episode is your tactical crash course.
We answer:
- Should I be an LLC or an S-Corp?
- When is the right time to start paying myself?
- What percentage of revenue should go toward salary?
- When should I hire someone—and when should I contract instead?
- What’s the best tech stack for a service-based business?
Charles also shares insider tips on accounting platforms, invoicing tools (like Anchor), and why Google Workspace is still underrated. Seth gets real about the opportunity cost of your time and how to think like a founder when it comes to delegation and growth.
Whether you’re freelancing, scaling, or just figuring out what to do next, this episode is packed with unfiltered, practical advice to help you make smarter decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and grow with confidence.
📦 Plus: A sneak peek at a new business launch—Postcards from the Parks!
Got questions for Charles and Seth? Submit them HERE.
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