Most small businesses scale too fast — without knowing their numbers. In this episode, we cover 4 financial metrics every small business owner must know before scaling in 2025: ROI, ROE, Working Capital, and Rate of Return.These aren’t textbook theories. They’re real numbers you can run today with your last 12 months of data to see if your business is truly ready for growth.Moments:

• Why numbers matter before scaling
• Return on Investment (ROI)
• Return on Equity (ROE)
• Working Capital & Liquidity
• Rate of Return (Investment Comparison)

• How to calculate ROI and ROE for your business.
• Why working capital and liquidity matter more than profit.
• How to compare investment opportunities with rate of return.
• The financial red flags that make scaling dangerous.

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Most small business owners waste money chasing new leads with ads that don’t convert. The truth? The fastest way to grow your small business in 2025 doesn’t cost a dime—it comes from partnerships and referrals.

In this episode of Blunt Force Business, Brian LaFauci and Patrick Marino break down how small business owners can scale faster by building real relationships:

👉 Why most ads fail and waste money
👉 How partnerships expose you to new audiences instantly
👉 Referral systems that create steady, low-cost customer growth
👉 Real-world examples small business owners can start today

A rising tide lifts all boats—and partnerships can be the tide that lifts YOUR business.

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About the Hosts

Brian LaFauci — Veteran, business owner, consultant, and program creator for young entrepreneurs. Learn more → https://wonstrategy.com

Patrick Marino — Small business digital marketing expert helping local businesses attract more customers through SEO, paid ads, social media, and email. Learn more → https://southcoastinbound.com https://patrickmarinomarketing.com

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Most small business owners are bleeding time every single day — and time is money. Block scheduling is the game-changer that will help you get more customers, make more money, and finally take control of your business.In this episode of Blunt Force Business, Brian LaFauci and Patrick Marino break down how block scheduling unlocks real growth:Why unstructured days are killing your bottom lineHow block scheduling creates focus that drives revenueA step-by-step method to design your calendar for profitsWhy discipline with your time creates freedom in your business and your life👉 Important: This episode makes reference to worksheets. We’re no longer attaching them here. You can access ALL worksheets and resources for free inside our Skool community: https://skool.com/blunt-force-businessWork With UsApply for the BOLD Business Growth Program → https://bluntforcebusiness.com/boldJoin our FREE Skool Community → https://skool.com/blunt-force-businessWatch & SubscribeYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@bluntforcebusinessSpotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/3LNW4V2Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bluntforcebusinessAbout the HostsBrian LaFauci — Veteran, business owner, consultant, and program creator for young entrepreneurs. Learn more → https://wonstrategy.comPatrick Marino — Small business digital marketing expert helping local businesses attract more customers through SEO, paid ads, social media, and email. Learn more → https://southcoastinbound.com https://patrickmarinomarketing.com#SmallBusinessGrowth #MakeMoreMoney #Entrepreneurship

Too many small businesses stall out chasing perfection instead of making progress. In this episode, Brian LaFauci and Patrick Marino explain how this mistake costs owners money — and what to do differently.

We break down:

• Why waiting for the “perfect plan” keeps businesses stuck

• Why messy action beats endless planning

• How progress leads directly to making more money

About the hosts:

• Brian LaFauci is a veteran, business owner, and consultant helping entrepreneurs start and scale. Learn more at https://wonstrategy.com

• Patrick Marino is a digital marketing expert specializing in helping small businesses attract more customers through SEO, paid ads, and social media. Learn more at https://southcoastinbound.com https://patrickmarinomarketing.com

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Most small businesses chase new leads — but the real growth is in selling more to the people who already know you.

In this episode of Blunt Force Business, hosts Brian LaFauci (veteran, business growth consultant, and startup advisor) and Patrick Marino (digital marketing and local business expert) break down the power of remarketing. From digital retargeting ads to customer follow-ups, upsells, cross-sells, and referral marketing — they show you how to get more sales without constantly finding new leads.

What you’ll learn:

• How remarketing turns warm leads into paying customers

• Why follow-up and nurture campaigns outperform cold outreach

• Smart ways to upsell and cross-sell your existing customer base

• How to build a referral system that keeps customers coming back

• The mindset shift from “more leads” to “better marketing”

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What if you could launch your business without a single dollar in the bank? No investors, no loans, no big overhead — just free tools, creativity, and relentless hustle. In this episode of Blunt Force Business, we break down the Zero Cost Startup strategy: how to test, launch, and grow a business in 2025 without burning cash you don’t have.You’ll learn:How to start a business with no money by leveraging free tools (ChatGPT, Canva, CapCut, Notion, Stripe, Substack, and more)Why speed and execution beat “perfect planning” every timeOrganic marketing methods — cold outreach, networking, social content, and SEO — that cost nothing but drive resultsHow to monetize fast with low-ticket offers, lead magnets, and break-even funnelsThe mindset shift from “I need capital” to “I need courage and action”About the HostsBrian LaFauci is a veteran, business owner, and consultant specializing in startup, growth, and business brokerage. He also develops programs for young entrepreneurs through schools and nonprofits. Learn more at wonstrategy.com.Patrick Marino is a small business digital marketing expert focused on helping local businesses attract more customers through SEO, paid ads, organic social, email marketing, and website development. Learn more at southcoastinbound.com or patrickmarinomarketing.com.Work With UsReady to grow your business faster? Apply for the BOLD business growth program at bluntforcebusiness.com/bold.Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@bluntforcebusiness?sub_confirmation=1Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3LNW4V2Ba1yf30ACzZTQgi?si=0a56345d44ff4e5dFollow us on Instagram: @bluntforcebusiness#StartupTips #SmallBusiness #ZeroCostStartup #Entrepreneurship #FreeBusinessTools #BluntForceBusiness

In today’s scroll-all-day economy, trends dominate attention — and smart small business owners know how to ride the wave. This episode unpacks how to identify cultural trends, leverage them to boost engagement, and tap into social media algorithms without losing your brand’s voice or alienating loyal customers.

We’ll cover:

• Why trend-driven content increases visibility and reach

• How to evaluate whether a trend fits your business or audience

• Mistakes to avoid when hopping on viral moments

• Real examples of brands getting it right (and wrong)

Whether you're marketing a local business or growing your personal brand, learn how to stay relevant, be discoverable, and convert attention into trust — all without selling out.

If you’re still doing everything yourself, you don’t own a business — you have a job with overhead. The truth is: you have to let it go. In this video, we’ll break down why small business owners must delegate in order to grow, and how to do it without losing control.You’ll learn:How to delegate the right tasks without sacrificing qualityThe power of systems and SOPs (standard operating procedures)When and how to hire — even on a budgetHow automation can replace repetitive, low-leverage workWhy letting go of control and money now leads to greater scale and freedomWhether you're running a local business, building a personal brand, or scaling an online service — this video is your blueprint for stepping back and leveling up.