The Only Business Podcast

By Steve “The Starmaker” Johnson, @starmaker.302, SJ The Star Maker

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Category: Entrepreneurship

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Subscribers: 2
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Episodes: 119

Chris Smith
 Mar 16, 2023
EXCELLENT podcast. There really is something for everyone, from the brand new entrepreneur to seasoned business owner. Great humor and awesome guests.

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Only Business is where real entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals come to get the truth about what it takes to grow, lead, and win. No gimmicks. No hype. Just practical game from someone who has done it. Hosted by Steven Johnson, The Star Maker, this show delivers specifics, strategy, and substance on business growth, leadership, and personal finance. If you are tired of empty motivation and recycled advice, this is your space. It is not personal. It’s Only Business.

Episode Date
MEETINGS ARE NOT WORK!
Apr 06, 2026
Your Next $5,000
Mar 30, 2026
START TODAY!
Mar 24, 2026
The Economy Is Talking. Smart Leaders Are Listening
Nov 04, 2025
Revenue Driven vs. Capital Driven
Oct 28, 2025
If A Church Were A Startup……..
Oct 21, 2025
I Was Tired. Really Tired
Oct 14, 2025
Government Shutdown- What does it mean for your business?
Oct 10, 2025
The Leadership Litmus Test: 20 Questions That Expose the Gaps
Jul 29, 2025
Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill: What You Need To Do Now
Jul 07, 2025
Gratitude Is A Strategy
Jul 04, 2025
Why Nobody Is Referring You
Jun 30, 2025
Do You Like Yourself?
Jun 27, 2025
Business Credit Has Changed
Jun 23, 2025
Training Day- Business Lessons From TV & Film
Jun 20, 2025
The Cost of Holding On Too Long
Jun 16, 2025
Private Equity 101: How it Works, Who it Helps, Who it Hurts
Jun 13, 2025
You Don’t Need a Break, You Need A Win
Jun 09, 2025
You’re Closer Than You Think
Jun 06, 2025
Power Is Not Inclusive
Jun 02, 2025
Small Price, Big Play: 10 Rules for Success With Low Ticket Offers
May 30, 2025
Posting Is Not Marketing
May 26, 2025
Know Your Numbers: The Business Owner’s Guide to Financial Statements
May 23, 2025
Overthinking is Overrated: How to get Unstuck
May 19, 2025
The Chosen One: How to Make People Choose YOU Every Time
May 16, 2025
The Public Speaking Playbook: Tactics for Maximum Impact
May 12, 2025
Sinners - Business Lessons From TV & Film
May 09, 2025
Game of Thrones: Business Lessons From TV & Film
May 05, 2025
The Wire- Business Lessons From TV & Film
May 02, 2025
The Crown, The Cost- How to be a Better Leader (Conclusion)
Apr 28, 2025
Breaking Bad- Business Lessons From TV & Film
Apr 25, 2025
Consistency: How to be a Better Leader Part 4
Apr 21, 2025
Smart Nutrition for Long Workdays: Kenneth Mitcham’s Guide to Staying Sharp
Apr 18, 2025
Leading Under Pressure- The Weight of the Call: How to be a Better Leader Part 3
Apr 14, 2025
Fix Your Gut, Fuel Your Business: Kenneth Mitcham on Nutrition & Success
Apr 11, 2025
Lead Without the Label: How to Be a Better Leader part 2
Apr 07, 2025
Unseen, Not Unfelt ft. Alexus Smith
Apr 04, 2025
BEFORE YOU LEAD: How to be a Better Leader
Mar 31, 2025
Financial Power Moves for Entrepreneurs
Mar 25, 2025
Inflation-Proof Your Business
Mar 18, 2025
The Art of Strategic Patience
Mar 15, 2025
MASTER YOUR SALES FUNNEL!
Mar 01, 2025
Sales Success 101: The One Question That’s Ruining Your Deals
Feb 15, 2025
*Bonus Episode* Tariffs Explained: The sneaky Tax You Didn’t Know You Were Paying
Feb 06, 2025
Hunter Vs Farmer Part 2: The Hybrid Sales Approach
Feb 01, 2025
*Bonus Episode* Divided Nation, United Goals- MIND YOUR BUSINESS
Jan 27, 2025
Sell Smarter, Win Bigger: Hunting vs. Farming
Jan 15, 2025
Diversify or Die - Revenue Streams
Jan 01, 2025
Recession Resistance
Dec 15, 2024
The Dark Side of Discounts
Nov 29, 2024
Thanksgiving 2024: What Are You Feeding Your Business
Nov 28, 2024
Part Time to Full Time: Are You Ready?
Nov 22, 2024
The Cost of Overpricing
Nov 15, 2024
Crypto & Your Small Business
Nov 08, 2024
Hustle Culture
Nov 01, 2024
The Myth of the Self-Made Millionaire
Sep 15, 2024
Whose Fault Is It If You’re Poor?
Sep 01, 2024
Investment & Money Habits: Psychology of Money Part 2
Aug 15, 2024
The Psychology of Money
Aug 01, 2024
Your Skills vs. Your Gifts
Jul 15, 2024
Avoiding Burnout
Jul 02, 2024
10 Questions for Every Startup Founder
Jun 15, 2024
Scaling a Consulting Business
Jun 01, 2024
Starting a Consulting Business
May 15, 2024
Host Helpers of Delaware
May 09, 2024
Fatherhood & Entrepreneurship Part 2- ft Andrew Ellis & Ric Carey
May 06, 2024
Teeing Up Success- A Golf Collab
May 03, 2024
Empowering Minds: Mental Health & Cultural Competence ft. Lavante Dorsey
May 01, 2024
Warehouse Management ft. Gerrin Velazquez
Apr 26, 2024
Fatherhood & Entrepreneurship ft. Gerrin Velazquez
Apr 22, 2024
Mental Toughness & Resilience ft Theadore Johnson
Apr 19, 2024
What We Know ft. Brigitt Thompson
Apr 15, 2024
Office Etiquette post-covid ft. Daya Washington
Apr 12, 2024
The Power of Small Actions (featuring Brigitt Thompson)
Apr 01, 2024
Ask Me Anything (International Version)
Mar 15, 2024
The Art of Negotiation
Feb 01, 2024
10 Ways to Scale Your Business in 2024
Jan 15, 2024
Enhancing the Online Customer Experience
Jan 01, 2024
Controlling Holiday Spending
Oct 15, 2023
The Business of Postpartum Care
Oct 01, 2023
Overcoming Impostor Syndrome
Sep 15, 2023
The Art of Cold Calling- featuring Granville Goldsmith
Sep 01, 2023
Mailbag 3: Ask Me Anything
Aug 15, 2023
Economic Development for Beginners
Aug 01, 2023
10 Reasons to QUIT YOUR JOB
Jul 15, 2023
10 Reasons to KEEP YOUR JOB
Jul 01, 2023
Grieving Part 2: Losing A Loved One- featuring Jermill Graham
Jun 15, 2023
Grieving as an Entrepreneur Part 1: illness- Featuring Thelma Carole Edwards
Jun 01, 2023
The Power of Networking: featuring Khary Dewitt
May 15, 2023
The 10 Black Business Commandments
May 01, 2023
Social Emotional Learning
Apr 15, 2023
Business Funding Part 3
Apr 01, 2023
Business Funding- Loan vs Line of Credit: Which is right for you?
Mar 15, 2023
The ABCs of Business Credit
Mar 01, 2023
Marketing: Part 3- Media (featuring Jermill Graham)
Feb 15, 2023
Hiring- The Interview
Feb 01, 2023
Becoming a Power Couple featuring Jeneen & Gary Logan
Jan 15, 2023
STOP WASTING TIME in 2023!
Jan 01, 2023
Attracting Big Clients
Nov 15, 2022
Leadership Dos & Donts- Tonya Baynes
Nov 01, 2022
The Business of Event Planning- The Mix Star Guys!
Oct 15, 2022
Ask me anything (Special edition) Mailbag 2
Sep 23, 2022
Hair Biz- Abria Goldsmith
Sep 15, 2022
Self Care (special edition) with Kena & Kelly
Sep 10, 2022
Couples in Business
Aug 15, 2022
Real Estate Investing Part 3- The Contractor
Aug 01, 2022
Real Estate Investing Part 2- The Realtor
Jul 15, 2022
The ABC’s of Real Estate Investing
Jul 01, 2022
Mailbag- Ask Me Anything (pt 1)
Jun 15, 2022
Relationship Building- Dover/Milford Jazzercise
Jun 01, 2022
The Buffalo Massacre
May 23, 2022
Pricing: with Ray Parker
May 15, 2022
Building Your Team/Good Culture
May 01, 2022
Marketing Step 2: Your Message- Marketing on Purpose
Apr 15, 2022
Work-Life Balance: TNT Custom Embroidery
Apr 01, 2022
Family Business: Kee’s Cookies & Cupcakes
Mar 15, 2022
Selling Online: Tina’s Timeless Threads
Mar 01, 2022
Franchising: Walt’s Chicken Express
Feb 16, 2022
Marketing: Step 1- Who’s your target?
Feb 16, 2022