Want to hear simple and practical ideas and opinions about business and entrepreneurship? After 20 years of working with entrepreneurs and business owners Dylan has lots to share. As the founder of Bridge Capital with a background in finance and technology he has made his own mistakes and doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to sharing his thoughts and opinions. This podcast is meant to inspire and encourage entrepreneurs.
Episodes
Wednesday Jul 17, 2019
Wednesday Jul 17, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 07/17/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions from entrepreneurs who are looking for answers:
1. What is the right way to ensure that your company succeeds in your absence? (02:25)
2. What is an opportunistic entrepreneur? How do they differ from artisan entrepreneur? (06:43)
3. What is a key point in entrepreneurship that people tend to miss? (10:54)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Markvard (Everybody) http://soundcloud.com/markvard
Wednesday Jul 10, 2019
Wednesday Jul 10, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 07/10/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions from entrepreneurs who are looking for answers:
1. Should I deal with my creditors outside of court? (02:24)
2. Where do I begin fixing my business? (09:45)
3. What are the uses for a balance sheet? (15:25)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Markvard (Everybody) http://soundcloud.com/markvard
Wednesday Jul 03, 2019
Wednesday Jul 03, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 07/03/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions from entrepreneurs who are looking for answers:
1. How do you buy a business with no money? (02:07)
2. Is it better to start a business with a co-founder or by yourself? (06:45)
3. What's your biggest challenge as a small business owner when building a website? (11:31)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Markvard (Everybody) http://soundcloud.com/markvard
Wednesday Jun 26, 2019
Wednesday Jun 26, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 06/26/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions posted on Quora by entrepreneurs looking for answers:
1. What strategies can help you survive and grow as a small business in a struggling economy? (01:39)
2. What is a better business growth strategy: selling more of the same product, expanding product offering, or both? (08:31)
3. What are the best strategies to prepare for an upcoming meeting with potential investors or partners? (13:58)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Markvard (Everybody) http://soundcloud.com/markvard
Wednesday Jun 19, 2019
Wednesday Jun 19, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 06/19/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions posted on Quora by entrepreneurs looking for answers:
1. If my first business is likely to fail, what’s the point of starting it? (01:32)
2. Why does rapid growth often cause companies to go under? (07:46)
3. Is it better to focus on just one business and see it grow before starting another or should one try to build more than one business at a time? (13:31)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Markvard (Everybody) http://soundcloud.com/markvard
Wednesday Jun 12, 2019
Wednesday Jun 12, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 06/05/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions posted on Quora by entrepreneurs looking for answers:
1. How do you stay focused when starting up a business without getting discouraged by the hard times? (01:54)
2. How does one measure a business’s success? After 8 years is $1.5MM revenue and 350k net organic growth successful? (06:51)
3. What did you do when your business ran out of cash to get it back on track? (10:37)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Markvard (Everybody) http://soundcloud.com/markvard
Wednesday Jun 05, 2019
Wednesday Jun 05, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 06/05/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions posted on Quora by entrepreneurs looking for answers:
1. Why are business plans so important to investors? (01:50)
2. In general, which is the cheapest form of financing: cash flow financing, equity financing, or debt financing? Why? (08:09)
3. How can I grow my CA practice with the right business loan? (14:26)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Markvard (Everybody) http://soundcloud.com/markvard
Wednesday May 29, 2019
Wednesday May 29, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 05/29/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions posted on Quora by entrepreneurs looking for answers:
1. How can I determine the right criteria when looking for a business partner? (01:47)
2. What are the pros and cons of equity financing over debt financing? (07:01)
3. What should a small business owner know about bookkeeping? (14:43)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Markvard (Everybody) http://soundcloud.com/markvard
Friday May 24, 2019
Friday May 24, 2019
Questions #entrepreneurs ask - 05/22/2019 - FULL EPISODE
Dylan responds to questions posted on Quora by entrepreneurs looking for answers:
1. For business owners that have had businesses fail, what is the best advice you can give someone planning on starting one? (00:37)
2. I am finding it difficult to manage my personal finances after starting my own business. What do I do? (05:04)
3. What is your “why” for starting your business and how has it changed since you started? (11:18)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Joakim Karud (Harmony) http://soundcloud.com/joakimkarud
Friday May 17, 2019
Friday May 17, 2019
Dylan responds to questions posted on Quora by entrepreneurs looking for answers:
1. What are my best options for financing a small business? (00:49)
2. How does one finance a buyout of other shareholders in a family business? (06:18)
3. What is the critical difference between a balance sheet and income statement? (9:59)
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Connect with Dylan on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherdylan
dylan's blog:
https://dylangallagher.wordpress.com
dylan's vlog:
https://www.youtube.com/c/DylanGallagherVlog
* music by Joakim Karud (Feel My Love) http://soundcloud.com/joakimkarud